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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND IN ECHUCA MOAMA AND DISTRICT

EVENTS ON THROUGHOUT WEEK

March 13-14        Echuca Moama Artists Exhibition ‘Tree”
                   Echuca Moama Artists present “Tree”, showing in the Alton gallery
                   from February 8th - March 27th. Trees have been revered in cultures
                   Ancient and Modern as symbols of birth, death and renewal; of
                   balance and harmony, and enlightenment. What image is evoked for
                   the 21st Century artist by “Tree”? This exhibition explores the
                   concepts. Alton Gallery, 111 Hare St. Echuca - hours: Friday,
                   10am- 2.30 pm, Saturday 10am-1pm or by appointment. Entry free.
                   Contact: 0439 460 690

March 13-15        Rich River Rod Run
                   The Rich River Rod Run is a 3 day event in Echuca Moama from
                   Friday 13th to Sunday 15th March 2020. Join us for a relaxed
                   weekend in Echuca Moama - all Rods, Customs and Chrome
                   Bumper Cars are welcome. Friday's activities include registration
                   and drive in movie night. Saturday's highlights are the observation
                   run, street display and visits to attractions. Saturday night is the
                   entrants dinner with top Rock'N'Roll band at Moama RSL. The main
                   event open to the public is the Hot Rod and Custom Car Show on
                   Sunday 15th March 2020. The family friendly day features Pre '75
                   Show and Shine, Rock N Roll Band, Trade Stalls, Displays, Kids
                   Rides and Entertainment. Sunday 15th March from 10am to 1.30pm
                   at the Jack Eddy Oval in Moama. Entry is $5 for adults with children
                   under 14 years free. Full catering available on site.
                   Contact: Frank on 03-54809980

March 13-19        Fishing the Murray River Exhibition at Echuca Historical Society
                   Fishing the Murray River Exhibition look at the history of Murray
                   River Fishing, from Aboriginal fish traps to the commercial industry
                   and recreational fishing of today. The exhibition will feature photos,
                   stories and memorabilia centered around any creature with scales
                   and gills. The exhibition is on show until 30th March 2020. Echuca
                   Historical Society is open daily from 10am to 2pm.
                   Contact: 03-54801325

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March 13-19        Kyabram Town Hall Gallery
                   The Exhibition of Linda Steel's Quilt Show is on at the Kyabram
                   Town Hall Gallery until 30th March. Linda is an award winning textile
                   artist, judge, appraiser and teacher from Victoria who's work has
                   been exhibited across the globe. Linda will be in attendance on the
                   2nd, 3rd, 9th, 17th, 18th, 27th and 30th March. Entry to this
                   Exhibition is $5.00. Kyabram Town Hall Gallery is open daily from
                   10am to 4pm (except Sundays). Also Showing is Parameter, new
                   works by Splinter Contemporary Artists and in the community gallery
                   photography exhibition "Land and Sky, the Art of the night" by
                   Richard Tatti is on display until 4th April. Opening on March 11th is
                   the new exhibition in the Isobel Harvie Gallery "Let's Dance" -
                   explore the various forms of dance in the clothing exhibition. Entry to
                   this exhibition is $8 or $6 concession.
                   Contact: 03-58521546

March 13-19        Customs House Galley Kathleen Watson Exhibition
                   Free Exhibition featuring artist Kathleen Watson at the Customs
                   House Gallery. Exhibition opens on Friday 6th March at 6.00pm.
                   The exhibition will be on show Thursdays to Sundays from
                   10am to 4pm until 2nd April

March 14-15        The Strawberry Pick
                   Enjoy our unique ‘Pick Your Own’ Strawberry Experience, only 10
                   mins from Echuca. You’ll find the most flavoursome strawberries,
                   real strawberry ice-cream & sorbet, barista coffee/ tea, scones with
                   jam and cream and farm fresh artisan preserves. Open 9am-4pm on
                   Weekends, Vic School Holidays and Most Public Holidays.
                   Contact: 0414555044

March 15-19        Annual Over 60's Cricket Carnival
                   The Annual Over 60's Cricket Carnival is run by Veterans
                   Cricket Victoria in association with the Murray Goulburn Cricket
                   Association. The VCV Echuca 2020 captures the essence of
                   what veterans cricket is all about. From just 4 teams 5 years
                   ago, Echuca 2020 sees a record 24 teams from 4 States
                   competing in a fun filled week of cricket. Matches will be played
                   on grounds in Echuca, Rochester, Bamawm, Cooma,
                   Gunbower, Kyabram, Nathalia, Mathoura, Bunnaloo, Tongala
                   and Girgarre.
                   Contact: Gary on 0427817333

FRIDAY

March 13           Rich River Golf Club – Fawlty Towers Dinner Dance
                   The Fabulous Fawlty Towers show is back on Friday 13th March.
                   Book in early to guarantee a seat. Doors open at 6.30pm and show
                   starts at 7pm sharp. Join your hosts Basil, Sybil & Manuel as they go
                   about creating a wacky, unforgettable interactive dinner experience.
                   Then dance the night away with the fabulous sounds of The Baby
                   Boomers Duo with classic 50’, 60’s, 70’s & 80’s hits. $50 Members,
                   $55 Non-Members.
                   Contact: 03-54813333

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SATURDAY

March 14        Echuca Moama Parkrun
                Parkrun is a free weekly timed 5km run suitable for all fitness levels.
                Echuca Moama Parkrun takes place every Saturday morning at 8am
                at Lions Park. Please visit: www.parkrun.com.au/echucamoama/

March 14        Messy Play Day at Echuca Toy Library
                Join in the gloopy, messy, crazy fun at our annual Messy Play Day!
                Let the kids go wild with mess without the clean up! Dress for mess
                - kids will love glitter tattoos, making cola fountains, or
                driving trucks in the mud pit. For those who prefer to stay clean
                there’s a car wash, painting stations or big kids games to enjoy. Plus
                all the classic favourites like cloud dough, water play and frothy
                foam. Only $5 entry for the family. 10am to 12 noon. New members
                can join Echuca Moama Toy Library for half price on the day - that’s
                only $30 for a year of unlimited toys.

March 14        Girgarre Town Garage Sale
                The Girgarre Town Garage Sale is on again on Saturday 14th March
                from 8am to 1pm. The Girgarre Cottage will be open from 7.45am –
                map of sites can be purchased from the cottage for $2 on the day.
                Contact: 03-58546482

March 14        Echuca Moama Border Raiders Come and Try Day
                Echuca Moama Border Raiders Soccer Come and Try Day will be
                held on Saturday 14th March from 9am to 11.30am at Brick Alley,
                Moama Recreation Reserve. Free BBQ on the day, so bring the
                family along and give it a go!

March 14        River Daze Barham
                River Daze is a music, wine and food extravaganza served up on the
                banks of the Murray River at Barham. We’re planning a fantastic
                line-up of entertainment throughout the day with headline acts,
                Diesel, Thirsty Merc, Reece Mastin, plus Aaron Schembri Band
                featuring Miss Rosie and Jason Wall; plus there are cooking
                demonstrations and fun entertainment for the kids. There will be
                plenty of refreshments available as well, with wine and food stalls
                showcasing the wonderful Barham Koondrook region. Tickets are
                available from: https://barhamkoondrook.com.au/riverdaze
                14th March from 3pm to 11.30pm at Riverside Park, Barham.

March 14        Cape Horn Vineyard – Music in the Vines
                Sean Orr will be performing live from 1pm to 4pm. For courtesy bus
                bookings (10+ adults) or table reservations contact Cape Horn.
                Contact: 03-54806013

March 14        The Shiraz Republic Stomping Parties
                Pick, Crush, Stomp and Experience the fun of making wine at The
                Shiraz Republic with our stomping parties during March 2020. Then
                kick back at our cellar door with great food, live music and good
                company. The parties start at 12noon each day of every weekend in
                March and the music program is curated by Bendigo Blues and
                Roots. $75.00 per person (kids free) covers your day of winemaking
                with free entertainment. Smokestack Lightening Texas BBQ take
                over the kitchen for lunch (not included in winemaking cost). March
                14 be entertained by Rhyley McGrath.
                Contact: 03-54336338

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March 14        Echuca's Night of the Daredevils
                Echuca's Night of the Daredevils is a fantastic family night out
                with 8 Monster Trucks; Jet Vehicle; Car Stunts; Rollover Cars;
                Bike Stunts and Sideshow Alley. Guest MC Country Music Star
                Adam Brand. Get your tickets online now and save (surcharge
                for tickets purchased at the gate) at www.monstertrucks.net.au
                Contact: 0404666783

March 14        Heartland Raceway Moama
                March 14th sees the SDAV Hot Rods Vic Titles and the NSW Street
                Stock Title at Moama's Heartland Raceway. Supporting these events
                are the Latemodels. Spectator Gates open at 3pm and on track
                action begins at 6pm. Full canteen and bar facilities available.No
                BYO alcohol. Admission prices are Adults $30.00, Pensioner $25.00,
                Youth $15.00 12-16 years, Child $5.00 5-11 years.

March 14        Border Inn Hotel
                Heidi Moncrieff will perform live at the Border Inn from 7.30pm.
                Contact: 03-54809966

March 14        Echuca Workers
                Daine Runnals live at Echuca Workers Club from 7pm to 10pm.
                Contact: 03-54823140

March 14        Rich River Golf Club
                Time @ Rock will perform live at Rich River from 8.30pm.
                Contact: 03-54813333

SUNDAY

March 15        Rich River Rod Run – Hot Rod and Custom Car Show
                The Rich River Rod Run is a 3 day event in Echuca Moama from
                Friday 13th to Sunday 15th March 2020. The main event open to the
                public is the Hot Rod and Custom Car Show on Sunday 15th March
                2020. The family friendly day features Pre '75 Show and Shine,
                Rock N Roll Band, Trade Stalls, Displays, Kids Rides and
                Entertainment. Sunday 15th March from 10am to 1.30pm at the Jack
                Eddy Oval in Moama. Entry is $5 for adults with children under 14
                years free. Full catering available on site.

March 15        Official Opening of Iddles Lane Rochester
                Tickets are now on sale for the official opening of Rochester's
                newest tourist attraction, Iddles Lane. In what will be one of Ron
                Iddles last public speaking events, 'Australia's Greatest Detective'
                will return to his hometown to see the story of his life imortalised in
                paint. At 11am on Sunday March 15th the official opening will take
                place at the mural (next to Rochester Discounts on Gillies Street).
                Master of Ceremonies Graham Willis will interview Ron and Barry
                Iddles as well as Federal Member Damien Drum, Rochester
                Business Network President Glenda Nichol and Artist Tim Bowtell.
                The official opening is a free event and everyone is welcome to
                come along. Later in the day the ticketed event Ron and Barry Iddles
                Up Close will take place at Campaspe Valley Community Centre
                from 2.30pm. Ron will give an hour long presentation on his career
                as a homicide detective followed by afternoon tea - tickets for this
                event are $32.00 per person and can be purchased at Dingwalls
                Newsagency Rochester or online via trybooking.com.au
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March 15        Callum Gleeson Entertains at Kyvalley
                Callum Gleeson sings live at Kyvalley Hall on Sunday 15th March
                2020. Callum has a magnificent voice and unique style that makes
                him a fantastic entertainer. He performs a wide & varied range of
                popular songs and returns to Kyvalley by popular request.
                So come along with your friends and enjoy this great afternoon of
                entertainment and delicious country Afternoon Tea.
                Sunday 15 March 2020 from 2:00pm – 4:30pm at the Kyvalley Hall
                (534 Scobie Road Kyvalley) between Tongala and Kyabram - an
                easy 20 mins drive from Echuca. Presented by Kyvalley Swimming
                Club Inc. and Shire of Campapse. Raffles, Lucky Door Prize, All
                Welcome. Doors open 1:30pm and the Show starts at 2:00pm on
                Sunday 15th March 2020. Bookings $20 includes Delicious
                Afternoon Tea, Door Sales if available will be $22.
                Contact: Beryl 0408 137 635 or Bev: 0417 360 687 / 58 521 853

March 15        The Shiraz Republic Stomping Parties
                Pick, Crush, Stomp and Experience the fun of making wine at The
                Shiraz Republic with our stomping parties during March 2020. Then
                kick back at our cellar door with great food, live music and good
                company. The parties start at 12noon each day of every weekend in
                March and the music program is curated by Bendigo Blues and
                Roots. $75.00 per person (kids free) covers your day of winemaking
                with free entertainment. Smokestack Lightening Texas BBQ take
                over the kitchen for lunch (not included in winemaking cost). March
                15 be entertained by Midweek Blues.
                Contact: 03-54336338

March 15        Rich River Golf Club – Junior Golf Clinics
                Why not get the kids to try a sport that's a little different and come
                along to our Junior Golf Clinics. They will learn the basics of golf with
                our qualified Golf Professionals in a relaxed and fun environment. All
                equipment is supplied, 6-16 years, $10 per session OR $60 for the
                term. Sunday 15th March from 12 noon to 1pm.
                Contact: 03-54813333

March 15        Echuca Country Music Club
                Echuca Country Music Club at Rich River Golf Club from 12 noon to
                5pm, Sunday 16th February. Guest Artist June Newman, enjoy the
                entertainment of the guest artists and of our wonderful band. Walk
                up artists on the day welcome to sing with the band. Admission is
                $9.00 or $8.00 concession, $7.00 members. Nifty Fifty, Door Prize
                and Raffles.
                Contact: 03-54826281

March 15        Cape Horn Vineyard – Music in the Vines
                Kim Kneebone will be performing live from 1pm to 4pm. For courtesy
                bus bookings (10+ adults) or table reservations contact Cape Horn.
                Contact: 03-54806013

March 15        Echuca Workers
                Fogerty Brothers live at Echuca Workers Club from 3pm to 6pm.
                Contact: 03-54823140

March 15        Echuca Distillery
                Tim Richards will perform live at the Echuca Distillery’s Sunday
                Session from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday 15th March.
                Contact: 03-4800 8600

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WEDNESDAY

March 18             Welcome to Echuca Moama Night
                     This is an absolutely fabulous opportunity for newcomers, retirees
                     and families to find out what is available to participate in the local
                     area. Come along and talk to members from groups and
                     organisations who will welcome you with heaps of information about
                     what they do, when and where they meet and any other questions
                     you may have. It is also the best way for groups and organisations
                     to promote what they do, especially if you are keen to have new
                     members! It is held inside and outside the Echuca Library, very
                     informal - no speeches - just your chance to wander and see all that
                     is on offer in your local community. There will be over 50 groups in
                     attendance including sporting, hobbies, craft, arts, special interests,
                     support groups, volunteering opportunities and service clubs. Free
                     Sausage Sizzle! Musical entertainment. Please let anyone that is
                     new to the area to save the date and come along, no need to book -
                     just visit between 5pm - 8pm.
                     Contact: Wendy on 03-54812400

 What’s on this Weekend is proudly brought to you by Echuca Moama Visitor Centre.
    For information about coming events please visit www.echucamoama.com

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