The White Hat Guide to South Gippsland, Phillip Island & the Latrobe Valley

 

Gippsland was named after the governor of New South Wales at the time of its first European settlement, Sir George Gipps (1791-1847). At the time of naming, Victoria was then part of the Colony of New South Wales where Gipps was governor form 1837 to 1846.

Some places of interest in the South Gippsland region:

Australian Garden The Australian Garden provides an opportunity for visitors to immerse themselves in Australian flora, landscapes, art and architecture. The garden has over 100,000 plants on display, a cafe and regular tours and activities. 9am-5pm, daily 1000 Ballarto Road (off Sth Gippsland Hwy),

South Gippsland Tourist Railway Historic railcars and railmotors travelling the 38km section of line from Nyora to Leongatha. Passengers may get on or off a train at Korumurra, Loch, Nyora or Leongatha railway stations. More information Sundays and public Holidays (except Christmas Day & Good Friday) ,

Some markets in the South Gippsland region:

Berwick Akoonah Park Market A large indoor/outdoor market featuring craft, fresh produce, clothes, bric - a - brac. More information at Akoonah Park Market. Sun 8.30am - 1.30pm, Sundays Akoonah Park, Princes Highway,,

Berwick Computer Market Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. 9am to 4pm, 16th August 2009 Berwick YMCA Leisure Centre, 79 Manuka Road, Berwick

Casey-Berwick Farmers' Market Farm fresh and organic seasonal vegetables, fruit, free range lamb, poultry, eggs plus barramundi and rabbit and a whole lot more direct from the grower. Bring your own bags and trolleys. There is a special twilight market from 4pm to 8pm on Thursday 23rd December 2010. 8am to 12.30pm, 4th Saturday of month Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Rd, Berwick

Churchill Island Farmers' Market A farmers' market in the pleasant surrounds of Westernport Bay with produce including wine, fruit, vegetables and cheeses. 8am-1pm, 4th Saturday of month Churchill Island, off Phillip Island (Mel ref 732 G6)

Coal Creek Farmers’ Market The Farmers’ Market is held in the main carpark and picnic area with ample parking just metres away. The market is placcy bag free so BYO your trolley, baskets and reuse your own plastic shopping bags. 8am to 12.30pm, 2nd Saturday of month Coal Creek Community Park and Museum, Silkstone Road,, Korumburra

Drouin Produce & Craft Market An outdoor market featuring fresh produce, art & craft. 8am to 12.30pm, 3rd Saturday of month Civic Park, Drouin (Mel ref 612 U6)

Farmers Market@The Old Cheese Factory This market is on the second Saturday of the month and complements the long running Casey-Berwick Farmers Market also held at the Old Cheese Factory on the 4th Saturday of the month. There is a wide range of farm fresh produce including organic fruit and vegetables, artisan cheeses and olive oils, specialty breads, free range chicken and eggs, varieties of meats including lamb, beef, veal, pork and venison, together with baked goods, preserves and herb and vegetable seedlings and much more. The market has been accredited by the Victorian Farmers Market Association. It is run by the Berwick Woodworkers Club who collect a $2 donation from shoppers and these funds are used to support local community groups. More information at Old Cheese Factory Farmers Market 2nd Saturday of month Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Rd, Berwick

Grantville Variety Market Produce & quality second hand goods. 8am-2pm, 4th Sun of month (except Sun before Christmas) Grantville Hall, Bass Hwy (on the way to Phillip Island (Mel ref 612 R9)

Inverloch Community Market An indoor/outdoor craft market. Last Sat in Jan, Easter Sat & Sun, Sat & Sun before Melbourne Cup. 9am-2pm, various dates (see above) Community Centre, A'Beckett Street., (Mel ref 612 T2)

Inverloch Farmers Market Offering a great range of clean, green, local fresh food. "Fall in Love with Local Food" 8am to 1pm,. 3rd Sunday of month The Glade, (Mel ref 612 T12)

Island Craft Market An /indoor/otdoor market with over 60 quality handmade craft, plant and produce stalls. Theme is make, bake abd grow. Home cooked food available. Volunteer market and profits are returned for local community needs. The market runs on the 2nd Saturday of the month with some exceptions - check with organisers. 9am-3pm, 2nd Saturday of month (see above for exceptions) Thompson Ave,, (Mel ref 634 C1)

Jumbunna Bush Market A range of crafts and produce. 9am-2pm, selected Sundays (phone for dates) Public Hall,, (Mel ref 612 T10)

Kongwak Market An indoor/outdoor market selling craft, produce and collectables. 9am-3pm, Sundays Kongwak General Store & sheds., (Mel ref 612 T11)

Koowee Community Market A community market with craft, trash, teasure and trinkets. 8am to 1.30pm, 1st Sunday of month Cochrane Park, cnr Rossiter Rd and Sybella Ave, Koo Wee Rup

Lardner Park Market A market selling quality art and craft. 9am to 2pm, 3rd Sunday of month (july, Sept, Nov & April) Burnt Store Road, Drouin (Mel ref 612 U8)

Latrobe Country Markets New & second hand goods, produce, craft, plants & trees, discount groceries and lollies. This market, one of the oldest in Victoria was formerly known as the Morwell Sunday Market. Sun, 6.30 am - 1.30pm Latrobe Road,, (Mel ref 628 D7)

Lions Tooradin Community Market A market with a variety of goods. A project of the Lions Club of Balla Balla 8am to 2pm Sept to March, 9am to 1pm April to Aug, 3rd Sunday of month The Island, Tooradin Foreshore, Tooradin (Mel ref 612 Q7)

Loch Village Market A large outdoor market with a wide range of goods. 8am-1pm, 2nd Sunday of month, Nov to April Loch Village Railway Siding, Loch (Mel ref 612 T9)

Loch Winter Market Loch Public Hall Committee run five winter markets from May to September on the second Sunday of the month that are held in the hall. We have a variety of goods from local produce veggies, honey, jams and sauces, clothing ,hand crafts, bric a brac and lots more. So come along have a cuppa and scones and maybe a stroll around our historic village. All funds raised go towards the hall upkeep. 9am to 1pm, 2nd Sunday of month, May to Sept Loch Public Hall, Smith Street, Loch

Longwarry & Disrtict Fire Brigade Market An indoor/outdoor market with over 150 stalls selling Bric-a-brc and other goods. This market raises funds for he CFA. 8am to 1pm, 1st Sunday of month (except Jan) Longwarry Fire Station, Bennet Street, Longwarry (Mel ref 612 T6)

Mirboo North Country Market An indoor/outdoor market selling bric-a-brac and other goods. 8.30am to 1pm, Last Sat of month (except Dec when it is 2nd Sat) Baromi Park, Mirboo North (Mel ref 628 C8)

Moe Art & Craft Market (Old Gippstown Market) Art & craft in a family friendly atmosphere in a historical village setting. 9am to 2.30pm, 3rd Saturday of month (Sept to May) Gippsland Heritage Park, 211 Lloyd Street, Moe (Mel ref 628 C7)

Newhaven Market A wide range of new and srcond hand goods. 8am-2pm, 4th Saturday of month Newhaven Hall., (Mel ref 634 C1)

Port Albert Market A market selling a variety of products. 8am-1pm, 5th Sunday of month Mechanics Hall,, (Mel ref 628 E10)

Prom Country Farmers' Market A farmers' market selling fresh local produce. 8am to 12noon, 3rd Saturday of month Foster War Memorial Arts Centre, Hall Main St, Foster

Rokeby Community Market An indoor/outdoor market selling a range of goods including local produce. 9am-1pm, 2nd Saturday of month Rokeby Hall and Reserve., (Mel ref 612 V6)

South Gippsland Farmers Market A Farmers market selling fresh vegetables as well as fresh Rabbits, hormone free beef, fruit,cheese, wines, and many other produce all locally made. 8am to 1pm, 1st Saturday of month. Memorial Park, Koonwarra (Mel ref 628 B9)

Tarwin Lower Market An indoor/outdoor market with a range of goods. 8am-1pm, variable dates Mechanics Institute Hall, River Drive,, (Mel ref 628 A10)

Traralgon Farmers' Market Selling fresh regional produce from around Gippsland. This market is now operated by the Lions Club of Traralgon as from Sept 2008. 8am - 1pm, 4th Saturday of the month Bert Christensen Reserve, Traralgon (opposite the council chambers)

Venus Bay Twilight Markets A range of goods and entertainment. from 4pm, three Sundays in Jan Community Centre, Canterbury Road,,

Warragul Arts Market The Warragul Arts Market features painters, ceramics, sculptures, jewellery, pottery, print makers, authors, illustrators and dress makers. White Hat can recommend the market fro those in the area wanting to increase their range of hands-on artistic pursuits. As well as market stalls, it also features buskers, arts activities, meet the artists and demonstrating artists. 10am to 2pm, 3rd Saturday of month Civic Park,

Wilsons Promontory Home Produce & Craft Market Featuring a variety of home produced goods. 9am-1pm, Sundays in Aust Day, Labour Day & Melb Cup weekends, Easter Sun & 2nd Sun in Dec Showgrounds,, (Mel ref 628 C9)

Yarragon Community Craft & Produce Market A craft and produce market. 8am to 1pm, 4th Sat of month (Jan to Nov) plus Sat before Christmas Yarragon Public Hall, Campbell Street, Yarragon

Yarram Market An indoor/outdoor market featuring craft, plants and other goods. In 2007 the April market will be on 8 April 8am-1pm, first Sunday of month (exc April) Guide & Scout Hall, Commercial Road,, (Mel ref 628 E9)

What's on and things to do in the South Gippsland region:

Meeniyan Garlic Festival With over 50 stalls and over 300 garlic varieties, the Meeniyan Garlic Festival also features  lots of family activities in this delightful rural setting. Full details at Meeniyan Garlic Festival. $10 per head, children u.16 free February 2018 ? Meeniyan, South Gippsland

Inverloch Jazz Festival Over 80 bands covering all styles of Jazz. 4 major venues all in close proximity. 10th to 12th March 2018 Inverloch

Tarra Festival Every Easter the district comes alive with activities for our annual festival. April 2018 ? Yarram