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What’s on

Mildura hosts a busy calendar of events throughout the year. Head to Mildura in March for Mildura Wentworth Arts Festival, featuring events such as Opera by the Lock on the banks of the Murray River and Music under the Stars at the dramatic Perry Sandhills.

In July Mildura Golf Week tees off, and the Mildura Writers' Festival entices lovers of words to the region. Ouyen hosts the The Great Vanilla Slice Triumph where bakers across Australia compete for the prize of Best Vanilla Slice, and The Tour of the Murray River Cycling road race calls in at towns along the Murray.

In September the Mildura Country Music Festival presents Australia's biggest showcase of independent country music artists. The Mildura Jazz and Wine Festival in November combines the best of Australian modern and traditional jazz with the region's fine wines at wineries and on riverboats, restaurants and along streets throughout the town.

Experience our Major Events

September 2008

Mildura Country Music Festival

26 September-5 October

Ten days of country music at 24 venues in Mildura and surrounding district with over 100 Australian Independent Country Music Artists. Website: www.milduracountrymusic.com.au

Mildura Art Group-Spring Exhibition

20 September-5 October

Exhibition of paintings by member of the Mildura Art Group. Mixed media including oils, acrylics, pastels and watercolours. All works for sale.

Sunraysia Farmers' Market

6 September

Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served at 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura)

Red Cliffs Historical Steam Railway

7 September

Enjoy a ride on an authentic steam train. 11am-4pm Family $15, Adult $6, Child $3

Art on Saturday-Landscape Painting in Oils

13 September

Steve's classes build skills and confidence. This class looks at colour mixing, perspective, tone and composition. Lunch-morning and afternoon tea provided. Cost: $50

Free Public Lecture: 'Decotech – the materials and technology of the twenties and thirties'

14 September

11am Professor Miles Lewis Architectural historian with a special interest in building materials and technology, and their role in cultural history;  Professor in the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Melbourne;  Honorary Life Fellow of the Comité International d'Architecture Vernaculaire; Fellow, International Advisory Council, Royal Institute of Architects; Fellow of the Australian Academy of Humanities. Member of the Order of Australia [AM]: For service to architectural history, heritage protection and urban planning, particularly through policy development and professional organisations.  Author of a number of books, and editor of the new international publication Architectura. La Trobe Lecture Series La Trobe University Lecture Theatre, Benetook Ave This is a free event sponsored by Mildura Rural City Council and La Trobe University.

Singin' in the Rain' Free Public Event

14 September

Part of the Art Deco 2008 Regional Festival. Dress up in the style of the era and have a sing-a-long. Movie tickets available now from the Mildura Visitor Information and Booking Centre. This is a free event sponsored by Mildura Rural City Council and Cinema Deakin.

Suzuki Magic Motocross Series-Round 5

14 September

Sign on from 7.30am-8.30am. NWVMCC has full catering facilities,operating from early morning, serving hot and cold food and drinks to all riders, pit crew and spectators.

Mike Keenan in Angus & Robertson Bookstore

18 September

Mike Keenan, bestselling author of The Horses Too Are Gone will appearing in the store.

Spring Orchid Show

19-21 September

Magnificent displays, information desk, orchid books, plants and posies for sale. Potting demonstrations, free "how to grow" notes. Free admission.

Sunraysia Farmers' Market

20 September

Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served at 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura)

Sunassist Sunraysia Daily Motor Show

21 September

"Everything Motoring" from new vehicles to vintage, to the really expensive dream machines, a day for anyone who enjoys the many facets of motoring. Gold coin donation.

Merbein Street Market

21 September

Variety of stalls, foodshops open in conjunction with antiques and second hand shops.

The Coomie Club 3 Hour Enduro

21 September

Coomealla-Mountainless bike club presents the classes include: solo: male/female, expert & sport. Bike Hub "Pony Express", Juniors U13/U17 and Under 10's Fun Ride. $2500 cash and prizes. Online entry only now open at www.entryzone.bighillevents.com.au For more information go to www.coomeallaclub.com.au

Celebration of Music and Dance

21 September

Mildura Millew Group, Country Women's Association of Victoria present a Celebration of Music and Dance. Curtains up at 1pm. Tickets $7 and available at the door.

Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Tour

28 September

Tour departs from the Information Centre within the precincts of the Gardens and takes approximately 45mins with commentary. The very popular tractor-train winds its way through the various precincts. It's very relaxing and informative.No booking required. Light lunch is available on that day from 12noon-1.30pm.

Gardens Tours and Light Lunch

28 September

Sunday tour at 11.30am and lunch at 12noon to 1.30pm. Tours: $5 and Lunch: $5.50

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