Enjoy a magical evening under the stars this New Year's Eve with Monty Cotton performing a superb tribute to the legendary Johnny Cash on the outside stage. To get the party started, trio act 'Jus Jump' will treat you to some good old boogie woogie.
The concert kick off at 7pm. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a 'New Orleans style outdoor meat-fest BBQ', or choose from the delicious a la carte menu. Find out more on Facebook

Spend New Year’s Eve in the Wild Wild West  - Head to the Mount Helena Tavern to see in the new year with Outer Limits, who'll be smashing out a selection of the best pub rock.

There's prizes for best dressed (Wild West theme), plus heaps of giveaways on the night. Courtesy Bus is running on the night with bookings essential. Check out Facebook for updates.

It's always a lively gig with the boys from Funkoustic and this New Year's Eve will be no exception. The band will be playing all your favourite classics on the Parky's amazing outdoor stage. Live music kicks off at 6pm with Soul'd Out, bringing energy and funky feels to warm up the crowd, before handing over to Funkoustic to countdown the New Year. Visit Facebook here to find out more.

The Lounge at Amaroo Retreat is an amazing new dining experience in Perth Hills, offering simple, yet fresh and delicious food, with a great selection of wines, spirits and beer and last, but not least, an amazing cocktail menu which now features flavoured smoke bubble, plus this New Year's Eve you'll also be treated to live music! 

Restaurant bookings are essential for New Year's Eve. Be quick as there are only limited places! Amaroo Retreat, 1200 Alison St, Mount Helena. Tel: 6244 4800

Grab your picnic basket and blanket and head out to the Kookaburra Cinema for an evening of great entertainment under the stars. Check out this month's program:-

Fri 3: Amazing Grace (G)  
Sat 4 & Sun 5: Fisherman's Friends (M)
Fri 10: Frozen (G)
Sat 11 & Sun 12: Knives Out (M)
Thurs 16: Ride Like a Girl (PG)
Fri 17: The Addams Family (PG)
Sat 18 & Sun 19: Judy and Punch (MA15+)
Fri 24 & Sat 25: The Good Liar (MA15+)
Sun 26: The Truth (PG)
Thurs 30: Shaun the Sheep: Farmageddon (G)
Fri 31: Koko: A Red Dog Story (G) 

Gates open 6.30pm, show starts 7.45pm.
Cost $15 adults, children $10. Program details here

4 week training - starts Saturday 4 January
Got a wild child? Burn off some of their energy with this fun triathlon training with dual Paralympian Coach Claire at Lake Leschenaultia. Weekly lessons focus on having fun and learning the art of triathlon
Wk 1: Trail run/gait analysis – Wk 2: Lake swim/stroke technique – Wk 3: MTB/cycling skills – Wk 4: Mini Triathlon. $20/session. Find out more here.

Treat yourself to gentle two hour ride along the KEP Track to Fettler's Crossing, where you will be treated to a delicious dinner served in the peaceful garden surrounds, before being driven back to your car.
Forge Farm Riding School is open for trail rides every day, however here's a few activities on offer this month:-   
Pony Mornings - 3 hour session on riding and horse care (available on 6, 14, 22 and 30 January)
3 Day residential camp - suited to 9-15 years (7-8 January) 
Visit website or call Wendy on 0427 444 051

Visit Zia Park Equestrian Centre this summer for an unforgettable horse riding experience. Choose from a variety of programs including activities for children/teenagers (aged 5-18 yrs), or join an weekend adult rider clinic. Bring your own pony/horse, or use one of the trusty equine residents. If you've never ridden before, why not join a quiet ride through the local bush (suitable for beginners or experienced riders). All programs can be booked online. Find out more here.

Saturday 11 January
The incomparable Official Blues Brothers Revue from America is coming to Mundaring Weir Hotel this month, bringing you the most dynamic and authentic Blues Brothers Show to hit our shores! Visit the hotel's website for bookings and enquiries.

The Team at Nearer to Nature are back with a fun-packed summer school holiday program! Here's just a sample of the activities on offer this month:
Monday 6 January
- Creature feature (suitable ages 4-7)
10am-11.30am
- Big kids campout (suitable ages 7-11) 
3pm-10am
Tuesday 14 January
- Cadet ranger (suitable ages 7-12) 
10am-2pm
Tuesday 23 January
- e-CAMPOLOGY 10am-12pm (ages 8-13)
The above activities are held at the Perth Hills Discovery Centre, Allen Rd, Mundaring. For full program visit website here.

Saturday 11 January
The Inn Mahogany Creek is excited to present Perth's first KETO Degustation! If you've tried this diet and want something more exciting, make sure you free yourself up for this dinner at the inn! Only $65 per person. Includes a Burleigh Brewery Bighead Lager Beer on arrival, with special cocktails and drinks available for purchase. Find out more information here.

Saturday 11 January
Mary Poppins
Enjoy a family friendly evening at the movies with a picnic or a tasty bite from one of our local businesses.  Add a dash of magic to your summer with Circus WA and roving magicians.  Gates open at 6.00pm with film starting at sunset. 

Chidlow Oval, Old Northam Rd,Chidlow. View event on Facebook here.

Saturday 18 January
Enjoy a relaxing, fun day at this glorious property that is all about slowing down, getting back to simplicity and savouring the satisfaction and pride that accompanies creating wholesome food from scratch. This workshop aims to help and inspire you to incorporate more wholefoods into your diet. Workshop runs 12.30pm-4.30pm. View event on Facebook here.

This month Lion Mill Vineyards has Zinfandel from three vintages (2012 to 2014) to clear! Zinfandel is a grape most common in California and Italy (where it is known as Primitivo). It usually commands a premium because of the difficulty in growing it and the fact that looking after it is so labour intensive. This month Lion Mill is offering the three vintages of Zinfandel for $18/bottle in minimum quantities of six.
Open: Fri/Sat/Sun 11am-5pm or by appointment. Lion Mill Vineyard, 700 Lion Street, Mount Helena. Visit website.

Australia Day concert - Sunday 26 January
Celebrate Australia Day in the heart of Mundaring, enjoy live music, a DJ and laser light show!

Tickets for this event are not necessary, however you can register here for the chance to win one of the great prizes on offer.  View event on Facebook here. 6pm-9pm. Mundaring Sculpture Park, Jacoby St, Mundaring

The Parkerville Tavern is a lovely old family pub and restaurant in the heart of Perth Hills. Steeped in history, this double-storey federation style pub is a local favourite. The beautifully restored “Parky” is ideal for families with a great line up of live, local music on Fridays from 6.30pm and Sundays 4pm-7pm. Keep an eye on their Facebook page to find out what's on this month. 6-18 Owen Rd, Parkerville. T: 9295 4500

The iconic Mundaring Weir Hotel provides the perfect laid-back atmosphere for a Sunday chill out. The traditional lamb spit roast is served every Sunday - carving and serving starts at around 1pm.

Live music from one of three resident folk bands, together with the spectacular backdrop of Beelu National Park makes this an extra special way to spend a Sunday in the Perth Hills. Mundaring Weir Precinct. Tel: 9295 1106 or visit website.

Known locally as The Mounties, the historic Mount Helena Tavern was brought to life in 1902. The Tavern is a traditional Australiana-style pub with a country feel that appeals to families, withits large beer garden and kids playground - perfect for relaxing through the lazy days of summer.

Live music Friday & Saturday nights. Visit Facebook here to check out what's coming up this month. 900 Keane St, Mount Helena. T: 9572 2121

The Mundaring Hotel is a family-friendly restaurant, bar and beer garden located in the heart of Mundaring. The hotel offers an extensive A La Carte Menu with top quality pub favourites as well as exquisite dishes from The Daily Specials Board, tapas bites and kids meals. Check out the menus here. Courtesy bus Fridays &  Saturdays from 6pm-midnight.
LIVE MUSIC on Friday and Saturday 7.30pm-10.30pm. Visit them on Facebook page. Cnr Nichol/Jacoby St, Mundaring.  T: 9295 1006

Have fun this summer school holiday at BIG4 Perth Midland Tourist Park close to Perth Hills, Swan Valley and easy access to the city. Enjoy savings on 2+ night stays in selected family accommodation or van sites and a complimentary voucher inclusive of one home-made ice cream and coffee at Mondo Nougat factory in the Swan Valley. Conditions apply. Enjoy the Park’s outdoor spa-swimming pool, outdoor games in large open spaces or have a game of pool in the recreation room!

Details of the Summer School Holiday deal are available on the website. Offer is valid for stays throughout January. Conditions apply. T: 9274 3002. BIG4 Perth Midland Tourist Park, 6 Toodyay Rd, Middle Swan. Open Mon-Sun 8am–6pm

Exhibition runs throughout January
‘Bush Bounty’ explores the many ways people, past and present, encountered West Australian flora.  From food and medicine, to decoration on clothing and domestic items, this exhibition celebrates how the State’s extraordinary botanical diversity has been utilised in the everyday and commonplace. 

Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm, Sun 10am-2.30pm (except New Year's Day) Mundaring District Museum, Old School, 7225 Gt Eastern H'way, Mundaring. 
Emily Pelloe Illustration, from Charles Gardner & Emily Pelloe, Wildflowers of WA, 1938