2018 BENALLA FESTIVAL 3 - 11 NOVEMBER armistice tributes art show children's entertainment fireworks live music markets open gardens ride on mower mania silo art street parade

Our Backyard www.benallafestival.com.au WELCOME

WELCOME TO THE 2018 BENALLA FESTIVAL Welcome to the 2018 Benalla Festival. We invite you to join us in celebrating our theme ‘Our Backyard'. Our nine-day festival is a celebration of our community, country living and community spirit. Enjoy a celebration of art, music, history, sport, entertainment, family attractions and much more. On behalf of the Council and the Benalla Festival Advisory Committee, thank you to our major partners, sponsors and Friends of the Festival, community volunteers, school groups and many others who have worked hard to deliver our festival. Your support enables the majority of events to be free or low cost. Cr Barbara Alexander Chair Benalla Festival Advisory Committee FESTIVAL THEME

'Our Backyard'…celebrating our special places and spaces. Benalla BenallaSEE THE ART IN EVERYTHING Home of the renowned Benalla Art Gallery, high-speed action at Winton Motor Raceway, street art, silo art, the nationally significant Winton Wetlands, events, cafes and so much more.

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The Benalla Festival spans two weekends. Rural Rural village events are highlighted The events are displayed using a colour Villages with an icon throughout the booklet. code for each weekend. Featured events are indicated on this page Visit www.benallafestival.com.au for more with a coloured bullet point and bold type information about each event. l Tatong Art Show FESTIVAL INFORMATION Welcome ...... 2 Bus Travel ...... 29 Festival Theme ...... 2 Locality Map ...... 30-31 Site Map ...... 28 Partners, Sponsors and Friends ...... 32 EVENTS 3-9 NOVEMBER North East Artisans 'Our Backyard' Exhibition ...13 Samaria Farm Rosewater Distillation Workshop ...13 l Tatong Art Show ...... 4 Benalla Aviation Museum ...... 13 l Moorngag Mower Mania...... 5 Game, Set, Match ...... 13 l The Happy Wanderer Festival ...... 5 l Goorambat Backyard Party ...... 6 Ceramic Pottery Exhibition & Sales ...... 14 l Tatong's Great Big Garage Sale ...... 6 Mockingbirds ...... 14 l Devenish Silo Art of Honour ...... 7 The Art of Abandonment ...... 14 l Rural Village Sunday Lunch ...... 7 Benalla Shorts Film Festival ...... 14 l Benalla Open Gardens ...... 8-10 Writing and Colouring Competition l Benalla's Art Rocks ...... 10 Award Presentations ...... 15 l Chamber Music Concert ...... 11 Journey Beyond Fear ...... 15 l Benalla Migrant Camp Exhibition ...... 11 l Benalla Migrant Camp Short Film Premiere ...... 12 'Our Backyard' Storytime ...... 15 l Vicky the Truck ...... 12 Benalla Golf Club Festival Tournament ...... 15 EVENTS 10-11 NOVEMBER l Remembering the Fallen ...... 25 l Benalla Street Market...... 16 l Remembrance Day Concert ...... 25 l Open Mic Night ...... 16 l Ecumenical Church Service ...... 25 l Benalla Art Gallery - A Celebration of 50 years ....17 Benalla Golf Club Festival Tournament ...... 26 l McDonald's Family Fun Day ...... 17 Samaria Farm Rosewater Distillation Workshop ...26 l Benalla Festival LS Precast Street Parade ...... 18 Benalla Aviation Museum ...... 26 l Village by the Lake ...... 19-21 Moira House Open Day ...... 26 l 'Our Backyard' Music Stage ...... 22 l Benalla Motor Group Fireworks ...... 23 Ceramic Pottery Exhibition & Sales ...... 27 l A Day in the Gardens Market ...... 24 Tatong Art Show ...... 27 l Teddy Bears Picnic ...... 24 Rural Village Sunday Lunch ...... 27

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TATONG ART SHOW Tatong Memorial Hall, 8 Tiger Hill Road, Tatong Saturday 3 - Sunday 4 November Friday 9 - Sunday 11 November, 10am - 4pm daily l Friday 2 November, Gala Opening Night 7pm - 9.30pm. Entry $5 includes light refreshments. l Beverages available for purchase. l Announcement of the Winner of 'Best in Show' ($1000), 'Honourable Mention' ($500), 'Best Local Artist' ($250) and 'Best Young Artist' ($250) proudly sponsored by the Goulburn Murray Credit Union along with other prizes presented at the discretion of the Committee and Judge. 2018 will see the fifth annual Tatong Art Show take place at the Tatong Memorial Hall. The exhibition features original works in oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel, goauche, photography and mixed media. Works from talented local and broader Victorian artists FEATURED EVENT will depict the talents of what’s in ‘Our Backyard.’ TATONG Entry: Gala Opening $5. Exhibition Admission $3. ART SHOW Children under the age of 12 free. Proudly brought to you by the Tatong Memorial Hall Committee. Sponsored by the Goulburn Murray Credit Union, Benalla Rural City Council, Laurie & Linda DeFazio, Lima South Quarry, Rodwells and the Tatong Tavern. Supported by the Tatong community, Benalla Art Gallery, Carlisle Art and Steph Ryan MP.

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MOORNGAG MOWER MANIA Moorngag Hall & Recreation Reserve, 2206 Samaria Road, Moorngag Saturday 3 November, 9am - 3pm Following its debut success at Moorngag in 2017, Mower Mania FEATURED EVENT returns with more show stopping action. MOWER The Moorngag Hall & Recreation Reserve Committee presents this event supported by the Victorian Ride On Lawn Mower RACING Association. The event is open to all mower racing enthusiasts featuring standard and modified racing lawn mowers with classes to suit all ages and skill levels. Food and beverage available for purchase with free children’s activities inside the Hall. Entry: Spectators: $2 per person. For more information and participant registration details contact Andrew Lavis on 0408 793 606. Proudly brought to you by the Moorngag Hall & Recreation Reserve Committee. Sponsored by the Benalla Rural City Council.

THE HAPPY WANDERER FESTIVAL Music/Arts/Creative Workshops 97 Yin Barun Road, Benalla Friday 2 - Monday 5 November The Happy Wanderer Festival is an ecology of good local music, creators and adventurers that will take you along their wanderings and soulful good times. So pull up a bale or kick off your shoes for a jig and take in some of our best home-grown music. Toes in the earth, laughter in the belly, love in the heart. Wander together to a place we belong. For artist line up and ticket information: www.happywandererfestival.com Sponsored by the Benalla Rural City Council. 5 Rural Villages

GOORAMBAT BACKYARD PARTY FEATURED EVENT Goorambat Hall, Halls Road, Goorambat SILOS UNDER Saturday 3 November, 5pm - 9pm LIGHTS Get ready for a great evening of entertainment and country hospitality. This backyard party will entertain with a mix of family fun activities and live music featuring ‘Intensity Duo’. Goorambat’s famous street art at the church and silos will be specially transformed under lights for the event. Entry: $5 per head, children under 12 free. A variety of food and drinks will be available for purchase. Benalla Bus Lines will operate a free bus service. Bookings essential. Contact Benalla Bus Lines on (03) 5762 6566 for bookings. Proudly brought to you by the Goorambat & District Community Group. Sponsored by the Benalla Rural City Council.

TATONG'S GREAT BIG GARAGE SALE Tatong Recreation Reserve, Tiger Hill Road, Tatong Sunday 4 November, 9am - 12pm Imagine an array of individual garage sales all in one beautiful location – in one of our iconic backyards. Items range from regular garage sale items to antiques, old farm wares and hidden treasures – bargains galore. Be entertained by buskers and sample great food and coffee. For stall bookings contact John Knapper on (03) 5766 6268. Entry: Gold coin donation. Proceeds go towards supporting a local charity or community project. 6 Rural Villages

FEATURED EVENT DEVENISH SILO ART OF HONOUR MEMORIAL Devenish Silos, Main Street, Devenish SERVICE Sunday 4 November, 10am Honour the commitment the servicemen and women have made to ‘our backyard’ at this 100th year Armistice Service. Take in the breathtaking silo art which represents both a First World War nurse and a modern day combat medic looking down on a field of poppies. Fifty young men and women from the Devenish community enlisted in military service. A memorial tribute by the RSL will form part of the service. Entry: FREE to the first 100 bookings at the Devenish Public Hall. Additional catering will also be available for purchase from the Devenish Railway Hotel from 10am. Proudly brought to you by the For the Good of Devenish Committee. Sponsored by the Benalla Rural City Council.

FEATURED EVENT SUNDAY LUNCH RURAL VILLAGE SUNDAY LUNCH Devenish Railway Hotel, 24 Main Street, Devenish Sunday 4 and Sunday 11 November, Noon - 3pm Enjoy generous country hospitality and a two course roast and apple pie lunch at the historic Devenish Railway Hotel. After lunch take a stroll across the road to view the amazing new silo art. Cost: $24 per person Bookings essential: Phone the Devenish Railway Hotel on (03) 5764 4375.

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BENALLA OPEN GARDENS Saturday 3 November, 10am - 4pm Be inspired as you discover five unique gardens that have a distinctive character of their own. FEATURED EVENT Refreshments, plants and condiments available for purchase at OPEN specified gardens. Owners will be available to answer gardening GARDENS questions. Proceeds to Benalla Garden Club projects and Benalla Health. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Please, no dogs. 'ROWILLA' 39 Grant Drive, Benalla Saturday 3 November, 10am - 4pm This garden with over 500 roses was featured in the Weekend Australian in 2013. Many rare plants are found throughout the garden. Stone steps descend from the house and lead towards an ornamental lake surrounded by shrubs and perennials. An avenue of standard roses leads to the formal rose garden with a lovely white gazebo covered in climbing roses positioned to the left. A stone bridge crosses the dry creek bed edged by natives and ornamental grasses. Many large interesting shady trees planted throughout the property complete the parkland style garden. Entry: $5. Morning and afternoon tea available for purchase.

A GARDEN OF POTS 27 Clarke Street, Benalla Saturday 3 November, 10am - 4pm This garden is inspired by a vast range of plants housed in pots including bulbs, herbs, grasses, ground covers, shrubs, hellebores, succulents, roses, pelargoniums, cannas, ferns and many more. Entry: $2. A wide range of plants available for purchase. Proceeds to Benalla Garden Club projects and Benalla Health.

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THOMAS STREET 30-32 Thomas Street, Benalla Saturday 3 November, 10am - 4pm Since moving to Benalla from their farm at Warrenbayne in the FEATURED EVENT year 2000, the Smiths have completely changed this turn of OPEN the century (circa 1903) landmark house that had neglected GARDENS driveways and sheds, into a spacious family home surrounded by a large verandah, with many garden features and lovely trees. Some of the trees were planted to mark the birth of their five grandchildren. Entry: $5. The P-12 College Waller Street Campus will hold a produce stall of items made from the school’s Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program. The Garden Club is a proud supporter of the Program.

YATHONG GARDEN 11 Church Street, Benalla Saturday 3 November, 10am - 4pm This private garden was designed for Mrs H Ledger of Benalla in 1928 by the late Edna Walling. Heritage listed, it is one of the earliest gardens by this noted landscape designer. The garden has many of the characteristic elements used by Edna Walling; random stone paths, stone walls, a wisteria covered pergola and some original plantings. The owners have created a garden where plants are free to self seed in the Walling manner; to use old fashioned, fragrant plants, have minimal maintenance and most of all to keep alive and perpetuate the original Edna Walling vision for the garden. Due to uneven surfaces the garden is not suitable for pushers or wheelchairs and parents need to be aware of a small pond. Please, no dogs. Entry: $5 9 WEEKEND ONE 3 - 4 November FEATURED EVENTS

HAGENAUER LANE 20 Hagenauer Lane, Benalla Saturday 3 November, 10am - 4pm FEATURED EVENT This delightful garden is situated at the end of Hagenauer Lane. The garden consists of semi-formal elements with a OPEN cottage style, which includes mixed plantings of roses, salvias, GARDENS perennials and shrubs. A small fish pond and water feature highlight the back garden. Entry: $5. For further information on any of the gardens contact the Benalla Garden Club on 0407 438 099 or email: [email protected]

BENALLA'S ART ROCKS Creative Lab Benalla, 28c Carrier Street, Benalla Saturday 3 - Sunday 4 November, 11am - 2pm Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 November, 11am - 2pm Explore the backyard playscape of the Creative Lab, hunt for hidden treasures and create some art rocks of your own. Entry: $5 For more information contact the Creative Lab on 0484 827 727.

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CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT: SONG AND DANCE Benalla Town Hall, Nunn Street, Benalla FEATURED EVENT Saturday 3 November, 4pm - 5pm LIVE Join Arcadia Winds for a joyous celebration of music for winds MUSIC and brass. Groovy South American tangos, charming Hungarian folk songs, soaring French melodies and majestic Australian fanfares are sure to enthrall and delight in equal measure. One of Australia’s most exciting young chamber ensembles, Arcadia Winds are quickly becoming a fixture in the national classical music scene. Entry: $35, concessions $30, students under 18 free. Light refreshments will be provided after the concert. Any proceeds to the Benalla Art Gallery. Proudly brought to you by the Friends of the Gallery. Sponsored by the Benalla Rural City Council, Melbourne Recital Centre and the RACV.

FEATURED EVENT BENALLA MIGRANT CAMP

BENALLA MIGRANT CAMP EXHIBITION @ HUT 11 Benalla Airport, Samaria Road, BARC Hut 11 (enter via the Gliding Club entrance) Sunday 4 November, 10am - 2pm The moving photos in this exhibition tell the story of life at Benalla’s post-war migrant camp, which housed 60,000 migrants from 1949-1967. The collection houses more than 200 personal photos contributed by former migrant camp families as well as personal documents and 100s of Benalla migrant cards sourced at the National Archives that tell the story of life at the post-war migrant accommodation centre. Entry: Gold coin donation. For more information visit www.facebook.com/benallamigrantcampexhibition 11 WEEKEND ONE 3 - 4 November FEATURED EVENTS

BENALLA MIGRANT CAMP: SHORT FILM PREMIERE FEATURED EVENT Benalla Performing Arts and Convention Centre (BPACC), SHORT 57 Samaria Road, Benalla FILM Sunday 4 November, Short Film Premiere, 2pm This is the first public screening of a series of recorded interviews that document how former migrant camp residents, who were children at the time, experienced the Benalla Migrant Camp 1949-1967 (film time approximately 30 minutes). The former Benalla Migrant Camp remains a special place of significance right in ‘Our Backyard’. Well known historian Professor Bruce Pennay OAM will introduce the film and the screening will be followed by Kaffee und Kuchen in the foyer. Entry: $5, tickets available from BPACC. Funding for this project made possible by the Victorian Government's Public Records Office Community History Grant and the Benalla Rural City Council's Community Grants Program.

FEATURED EVENT VICKY THE TRUCK VICKY THE TRUCK Fawckner Drive carpark (near the Skate Park), Benalla Sunday 4 November, 11am - 4pm [FREE ENTRY] Vicky is travelling the state as part of the ‘Victorian. And proud of it.’ campaign. On board, visitors will enjoy a virtual reality experience that tells the stories of real Victorians who, through their contributions in the community, live by our shared values. Vicky the Truck contains digital photo booths, where visitors can record and share their own stories of contribution, belonging and pride in our own ‘Backyard’. Proudly hosted by Waminda Community House. www.wamindabenalla.org.au 12 WEEKEND : WEEK ONE 3 - 9 November EVENTS

NORTH EAST ARTISANS: 'OUR BACKYARD' EXHIBITION OF WORKS North East Artisans, 122 Bridge Street, Benalla Open 10am - 4pm weekdays, 10am - 2pm weekends [FREE ENTRY] An exhibition of works by North East Artisan artists and artisans based on this year’s Benalla Festival theme, ‘Our Backyard.’

Rural SAMARIA FARM - ROSEWATER DISTILLATION WORKSHOP Villages 2520 Samaria Road, Moorngag Saturday 3 - Sunday 11 November, 6am - 2pm Experience the ancient art of Damask Rose distillation. Join in picking the buds in the early morning and load the still to commence the production. Then enjoy a cooked breakfast on the verandah overlooking the farm. Follow this with a conducted tour of the farm and learn about the history that has made this place so special. After a light lunch proceed to the still to help bottle and finish the process to take home your own rosewater. For bookings and information contact Vicki Wight on 0417 990 764. Entry: $250 per person (accommodation package also available). BENALLA AVIATION MUSEUM Benalla Airport, Samaria Road, Benalla Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 November, 9am - 3pm Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 November, 9am - 3pm The Benalla Aviation Museum offers a fascinating look at Australia’s military air training history, from the historic home of a World War II RAAF pilot training school. Aviation enthusiasts can look forward to a variety of aircraft on display. Entry: $5, children free. GAME, SET, MATCH Benalla Lawn Tennis Club 93rd Annual Tournament Benalla Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Ackerly Avenue, Benalla Saturday 3, Sunday 4 and Tuesday 6 November, 10am - 7pm Tennis enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a three day gala of grass tennis in singles, doubles and mixed doubles competitions. The tournament includes events for all ages. Spectators free. For further information or registration contact Peter Jewell on 0407 519 249 or email [email protected] 1313 WEEKEND : WEEK ONE 3 - 9 November EVENTS

CERAMIC POTTERY EXHIBITION & SALES BARC Hut 66, Hangar Lane, Benalla Airport complex (behind the Aviation Museum), Samaria Road, Benalla Saturday 3 - Sunday 4 November, 11am - 3pm [FREE ENTRY] Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 November, 11am - 3pm [FREE ENTRY] Looking for that unique and beautifully crafted treasure? Come visit the Broken River Potters Annual Exhibition and Sales. You can choose from artworks in a range of sizes, styles and prices including beautiful ceramic sculptures, figurines and animals, as well as pots and tableware all handmade by the talented and artistic members. MOCKINGBIRDS Benalla CWA Hall, 117 Bridge Street, Benalla Sunday 4 November, 3pm - 4.15pm [FREE ENTRY] The guitar duo Mockingbirds was formed three years ago to bring love, joy and peace to the Benalla community. Artist Tomoko Fujiie playing guitar and flute and Kyohei on guitar will delight and entertain you. Their repertoire includes old-time pop, classical music and folk music of the world. THE ART OF ABANDONMENT Creative Lab Benalla, 28c Carrier Street, Benalla Saturday 3 - Sunday 4 November, 5pm - 6pm Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 November, 5pm - 6pm This one hour workshop will teach you to create small artworks, whimsically packaged and stealthily stashed along the streets of Benalla during a short evening stroll. All ages welcome. For more information contact the Creative Lab on 0484 827 727. Entry: $5. BENALLA SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL - BACKYARD WINNERS Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop Learning Centre - Benalla Library 2 Fawckner Drive, Benalla Wednesday 7 November, 5.30pm - 6pm [FREE ENTRY] Eclectic and inspiring, the Festival in March 2018 hosted one of Australia’s well-known actors, writers and directors John Orcsik, alongside Australian actor, Tom Long, who judged the competition. You can catch up on the winning entries of Best Film “iRony” by Perth student Radheya Jegatheva and Best Local Film “Munchies” by Hayley Warnock. 14 WEEKEND : WEEK ONE 3 - 9 November EVENTS

'OUR BACKYARD' WRITING AND COLOURING COMPETITION AWARD PRESENTATIONS Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop Learning Centre - Benalla Library 2 Fawckner Drive, Benalla Thursday 8 November, 6pm [FREE ENTRY] Talents of budding Benalla Rural City writers and colouring artists will be recognised with winners of the competitions announced and presented. Winners of the Writing Competition will be on display at the Benalla Library throughout the Festival during library open hours and colouring competition winning entries will be on display at the Hollywood Café in Bridge Street. The Writing Competition is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Benalla Library and Charles Sturt University. The Colouring Competition is proudly sponsored by McDonald’s Benalla and Euroa. JOURNEY BEYOND FEAR Swanpool Cinema, Midland Highway, Swanpool Thursday 8 November, 7.30pm Filmed over seven years, this is a story of love as much as a tale of persecution. Zahra and her family are Muslim refugees searching for re-settlement. Q&A featuring local filmmaker, Robyn Hughan, plus characters from the film and live music performance by Alyce Platt (ex Sale of the Century). Entry: $15. Includes supper provided by Rural Australians for Refugees. FOR THE LITTLE ONES 'OUR BACKYARD' STORYTIME Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop Learning Centre - Benalla Library, 2 Fawckner Drive, Benalla Friday 9 November, 10.30am - 11.30am [FREE ENTRY] A celebration of special places and spaces in ‘Our Backyard’ through story for children under five years. BENALLA GOLF CLUB FESTIVAL TOURNAMENT Benalla Golf Club, 170 Mansfield Road, Benalla Friday 9 - Sunday 11 November See full listing on page 26.

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BENALLA STREET MARKET Benalla Central Business District Friday 9 November, 10am [FREE ENTRY] FEATURED EVENT Benalla’s central business district will be buzzing with a wide STREET variety of amazing market stalls and activities for your leisure MARKET and pleasure. Enjoy a relaxing stroll through the retail precinct and pick up a local bargain. Take a break from all that retail therapy and pop into one of our delightful bakeries or cafés Benalla is famous for.

OPEN MIC NIGHT FReeZA - an alcohol, drug and smoke free event Drill Hall Community Centre, Bridge Street, Benalla Friday 9 November, 6.30pm - 9pm [FREE ENTRY] A night to celebrate the talents of our local young people. Sign up on the night or send us a message via our socials to book your spot. FEATURED EVENT The artist voted as performing the best original song will be OPEN MIC presented with the opportunity to perform on the main stage at NIGHT the Village by the Lake entertainment, Lake Benalla foreshore on Saturday 10 November. Instagram - Benallayouth An alcohol and drug free event. Proudly sponsored by FReeZA

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BENALLA ART GALLERY: FEATURED EVENT A CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS COCKTAIL Benalla Art Gallery, Botanical Gardens, Bridge Street, Benalla PARTY Friday 9 November, 6pm - 8pm Join the Friends of Benalla Art Gallery for a cocktail party to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Benalla Art Gallery. Since its early beginnings in the Benalla RSL building, the Benalla Art Gallery has grown to become one of Australia’s leading regional galleries. Now situated on the edge of Lake Benalla among picturesque gardens, the Gallery’s striking modernist building has become an architectural icon of north east Victoria since it opened in 1975. The Benalla Art Gallery art collection spans three centuries of Australian art, from the early 19th century to the present day, and includes works by many of Australia’s most significant artists. 50 years on, the Gallery has become a major attraction for Australian and international art lovers. Entry: $30. Tickets available from the Benalla Art Gallery. For further information phone (03) 5760 2619 or email: [email protected] Arthur Streeton, Impression for Golden Summer, 1888, oil on canvas on composition board. Gift of Mr L. Ledger, 1980

MCDONALD'S FAMILY FUN DAY McDonald's Benalla, Bridge Street, Benalla Saturday 10 November, 10am - 2pm [FREE ENTRY] Come along and celebrate the fun of the Benalla Festival with a range of family fun activities to try, character visits and giveaways at McDonald’s Benalla.

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BENALLA FESTIVAL LS PRECAST STREET PARADE Bridge Street, Benalla FEATURED EVENT Saturday 10 November, 2pm [FREE ENTRY] STREET Join the fun and celebration of the Benalla Festival Street PARADE Parade. 2pm: The parade starts at Monash Bridge and moves down Bridge Street to the roundabout at Carrier Street (Miller’s corner) and returns along Bridge Street. Proudly sponsored by LS Precast.

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VILLAGE BY THE LAKE 'OUR BACKYARD' FEATURED EVENT ENTERTAINMENT PROGRAM LIVE Lake Benalla Foreshore, Fawckner Drive, Benalla ENTERTAINMENT Saturday 10 November, 2.30pm - 9.30pm [FREE ENTRY] The Village by the Lake will provide a vibrant mix of live music, performing and visual arts, children’s entertainment and theatre, workshops, food and beverage, all culminating in a spectacular fireworks display. Spark your curiosity and get involved as the creative folk of Benalla proudly perform, alongside some special guests. Program details are listed on the following pages.

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VILLAGE BY THE LAKE (CONTINUED) FEATURED EVENT FAMILY From 2.30pm theatre, dance and music will entertain you: ENTERTAINMENT THE WORLD KITCHEN This performative food stage hosts cooking demonstrations by local chefs, food stories and a kids' cooking workshop. ARMISTICE LIVING TRIBUTE, 3PM AND 5PM 11 November 2018 marks 100 years since the Armistice and the end of the Anzac Centenary. To acknowledge this important historical milestone, the Victorian Government presents this special street theatre performance designed to educate, raise awareness and remember a defining time in our history. This live theatre production will tell the story of Australia’s bandsmen who were both stretcher bearers and military musicians in World War One. Members of the Rose City Band will feature in this story telling performance. KIDS FLEA AND PRODUCE MARKET, 3PM - 5PM Entrepreneurial kids from Benalla and beyond will be selling or swapping their old toys, clothes, handmade artworks or Benalla Remembers poetry or anything really. Grab yourself a bargain. Want to be part of it? Contact Caroll: [email protected] 'OUR BACKYARD' TREASURE HUNT, 3.30PM. 4.30PM. 5.30PM Think you know Benalla? Join local hosts on a treasure hunt tour that is entertaining and informative. Starts from the Sundial. Pre-bookings prior to the event can be made by contacting the Benalla Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5762 1749. DREAMING SPACE This is the place for the young and young at heart. Become a circus star, trying hula hoops, juggling and diablo. Get involved in the interactive workshops including puppet play, clowning, storytelling and giant bubbles. Be amazed by the Fire and Ice Magic Show. Hosted by Jimmy J, Ruby Ray, Helli Hoops and Shaggles the Clown. THE RAMBLER Kids! Come closer! Come inside this spectacular upside- down boat theatre space and explore its oddities. Your host Miss Hera See weaves stories both ancient and modern into an intriguing interactive performance. What is the keeper of secrets willing to reveal? Are you brave? Are you very brave?

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VILLAGE BY THE LAKE (CONTINUED) WRONG TOWN Wrong Town Boutique is a place open for all to come, hunt and scavenge, to create, alter and adjust their own free costume. A place to dress up and dance to funky disco tunes, strut on the catwalk, and emerge into the festival a more funny version of yourself! GHERKIN KHAN'S AMUSEMENT ALCAZAR Crazy Viking host Gherkin Khan returns with more good old fashioned retro kids’ games. SO YOU THINK YOU CAN INTERPRETIVE DANCE? Just like So You Think You Can Dance, but with added fun! Enter the competition and bust your best moves, or sit back and watch the silliness unfold. WIND OVER THE WINGS Feel yourself gliding through the skies with a ride in the Gliding Club of Victoria’s flight simulator located on the foreshore near its static display. Or if you're feeling adventurous, head out to the airfield to try the real thing! GLOW IN THE DARK As night falls look out for the Benalla SES marquee and purchase one of their many crazy and fun glow sticks. Proceeds to Benalla SES emergency projects. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! Get involved in a range of fun workshops for every age. And watch out for the giant-sized incredible bugs!

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'OUR BACKYARD' MUSIC STAGE FROM 2.45PM l P-12 College Stage Band l FCJ College l FReeZA Open Mic winner l Local musician Ellen James ADAM TOMS, 6.40PM With a newly launched album ‘Where Were You?’ having a big impact across the country, local identity Adam Toms will rock out in full band mode performing songs from the album along with a few surprises. Adam’s style combines country, rock and blues and his set is sure to sizzle the main stage. OZ ROCK EXPRESS, 7.30PM Oz Rock Express is headed to Benalla, paying homage to all the great Aussie bands from 'Our Backyard'. Their mission is simple: big sound, great songs, high energy rock and roll, rock the world and ensure that everyone who comes to see them perform is blown away and leave wanting more. Expect to hear classics from AC/DC, Jimmy Barnes, Icehouse, Hunters & Collectors, Daryl Braithwaite and a whole lot more. Sing along: you can't resist it! FEATURED EVENT LIVE MUSIC

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BENALLA MOTOR GROUP FIREWORKS Saturday 10 November, between 9pm - 9.15pm (weather permitting) [FREE ENTRY] Enjoy spectacular fireworks near Lake Benalla by Marshall Fireworks Australia. Please note: Subject to weather conditions the fireworks will be released as night falls somewhere between 9pm-9.15pm. CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL: The consumption of alcohol will only be permitted within the red line area. For more information see page 31.

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A DAY IN THE GARDENS MARKET Benalla Botanical Gardens, Bridge Street, Benalla Sunday 11 November, 9am - 3pm [FREE ENTRY] FEATURED EVENT A Day in the Gardens presents something for everyone with MARKET & market stalls, kids’ entertainment, music and food, all set FAMILY DAY around the beautiful Benalla Botanical Gardens and Lake Benalla. Proudly brought to you by the Rotary Club of Benalla. TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC 10.30am - 11.30am [FREE ENTRY] Bring your favourite teddy and join in singing, dancing and having fun at the Teddy Bear’s picnic. Special snacks for the children will be provided. The Teddy Bear’s Picnic is proudly sponsored by GumNuts Resort Child Care and LJ Hooker Benalla.

EAT . DRINK . SHOP With cafés, classic country pubs and boutique wineries, Benalla Rural City offers a variety of dining and shopping experiences. A listing of dining options is available from the Visitor Information Centre, 14 Mair Street, Benalla. Benalla’s central retail strip is dotted with an array of contemporary boutiques, country provedores and quality homeware stores that offer an eclectic mix of giftware, fashion, jewellery, books, gourmet food and garden wares. Photo courtesy: Serana Hunt-Hughes WEEKEND TWO 10 - 11 November FEATURED EVENTS

REMEMBERING THE FALLEN REMEMBRANCE DAY FEATURED EVENT The Cenotaph, Benalla Botanical Gardens, Bridge Street REMEMBRANCE Sunday 11 November, 10.30am - 11.15am [FREE ENTRY] DAY 11 November 2018 marks 100 years since the Armistice which ended the First World War (1914 – 18). Each year on this day Australians observe one minute of silence at 11am, in memory of those who died or suffered in all wars and armed conflicts. Service brought to you by the Benalla RSL Sub-Branch.

REMEMBRANCE DAY CONCERT Benalla Town Hall, Nunn Street, Benalla Sunday 11 November, 2.30pm - 4pm A concert to mark the 100th anniversary since the end of the First World War. The concert will present songs of the War era by the Benalla Theatre Company and Benalla U3A Choir. Entry: Gold coin donation. Light refreshments following concert. ECUMENICAL CHURCH SERVICE St Joseph's Catholic Church, Arundel Street, Benalla Sunday 11 November, 7.30pm [FREE ENTRY] Benalla churches will combine to commemorate those lost in the First and other World Wars.

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BENALLA GOLF CLUB FESTIVAL TOURNAMENT Benalla Golf Club, 170 Mansfield Road, Benalla Friday 9 - Sunday 11 November Golf enthusiasts can tee off at the annual club tournament and enjoy the manicured Santa Ana fairways and grass greens in a peaceful bushland setting: All players must hold a AGU golf link handicap. For entries and more information contact the Benalla Golf Shop on (03) 5762 2404 or email: [email protected] Entry: $12 per day.

Rural SAMARIA FARM - ROSEWATER DISTILLATION WORKSHOP Villages 2520 Samaria Road, Moorngag Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 November, 6am - 2pm See listing on page 13 for full details. For bookings and information contact Vicki Wight on 0417 990 764. Entry: $250 per person (accommodation package also available).

BENALLA AVIATION MUSEUM Benalla Airport, Samaria Road, Benalla Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 November, 9am - 3pm The Benalla Aviation Museum offers a fascinating look at Australia’s military air training history, from the historic home of a World War II RAAF pilot training school. Aviation enthusiasts can look forward to a variety of aircraft on display. Entry: $5, children free.

MOIRA HOUSE OPEN DAY 1 Benalla Street, Benalla Sunday 11 November, 10am - 3pm [FREE ENTRY] 2018 marks 140 years since the establishment of Benalla’s historic Moira House. Moira House has a colourful history and is currently the premises of the Moira Benalla Club. The Club welcomes you to visit and discover how this historic two storey Italianate style house and grounds have evolved over the years through its various occupiers and purposes. Refreshments available for purchase.

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CERAMIC POTTERY EXHIBITION & SALES BARC Hut 66, Hangar Lane, Benalla Airport complex (behind the Aviation Museum), Samaria Road, Benalla Saturday 10 - Sunday 11 November, 11am - 3pm [FREE ENTRY] See listing on page 14 for full details.

Rural TATONG ART SHOW Villages Tatong Memorial Hall, 8 Tiger Hill Rd, Tatong Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 November, 10am - 4pm See listing on page 4 for full details.

Rural RURAL VILLAGE SUNDAY LUNCH Villages Devenish Railway Hotel, 24 Main Street, Devenish Sunday 11 November, Noon - 3pm See listing on page 7 for full details. OTHER ART AND MUSEUM EXHIBITIONS Benalla Art Gallery l Broken River Potters: 26 October – 2 December l VCE Showcase – Studio Arts 2018: 9 November – 9 December l Benalla Art Gallery - A Celebration of 50 Years: 6 October 2018 - 3 February 2019 Benalla Costume and Kelly Museum l Dressed to Impress - One Woman's Wardrobe l Medical Care in Early Benalla The Creative Lab The Art Exchange: A temporary street art installation for the creation and exchange of artists tracking cards and other small artworks. Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop Learning Centre - Benalla Library Remembering the Fallen: A display of memorabilia and artefacts from the First World War.

Visit www.benallafestival.com.au for exhibition details.

27 LEGEND Benalla Festival Site Map 1 Art Gallery Street Parade float 2 assembly area Village by the Lake live _ visitor information CHURCH STREET 3 _ music and entertainment T accessible toilet 4 A Day in the Gardens Benalla Aquatic Denny Street 5 Visitor Information Centre Centre Carpark MAIR STREET

T 5 Town NUNN STREET T CARRIER STREET Hall

T BRCC Benalla Customer Art Service Centre Gallery BRIDGE STREET

T 1 4 FW FAWCKNER DRIVE T 2 FW Sir Edward Street Parade Route 3 ‘Weary’ Dunlop Showgrounds Learning Centre Fawckner T Drive Carpark Free Parking Skate Park Benalla Benalla Recommended viewing Showgrounds Parking Scout Hall FW sites for Fireworks FESTIVAL BUS SERVICE

BENALLA/RURAL EVENTS Benalla Bus & Coach Lines will run a FREE bus service to events within Benalla and to rural event locations. SATURDAY 3 NOVEMBER GOORAMBAT BACKYARD PARTY See page 6 for more information about this event. For bus bookings and service times to this event, contact Benalla Bus & Coach Lines on (03) 5762 6566. SUNDAY 4 NOVEMBER tour de tatong Departs the Benalla Bus Lines depot, 6 Nunn Street at 9.30am and travels to Tatong. Enjoy browsing Tatong’s Great Big Garage Sale before heading to the Tatong Art Show and then to the Tatong Tavern for lunch. Bus will depart Tatong for Benalla at approximately 2pm. See page 4 and 6 for more information about the Tatong events. For bus bookings to this event, contact Benalla Bus & Coach Lines on (03) 5762 6566. SATURDAY 10 NOVEMBER The free Benalla bus service will be in operation from 11.15am – 1.15 pm due to the Street Parade commencing at 2pm. The free service will resume at 3.15pm and operate through to 5.15pm.

For bookings and more information on service times to these events, contact Benalla Bus & Coach Lines on (03) 5762 6566. The free bus service proudly sponsored by Benalla Bus & Coach Lines and Benalla Ensign.

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