Saturday 5 September
A fantastic opportunity to get out and see some of the highlights of John Forrest National Park in comfort and safety.  Explore the historic Swan View Tunnel and take in the beauty of the Glen Brook Dam. This 8km guided hike along the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail provides magnificent views over the city, winter waterfalls and the secret history of the tunnel 'fairy villages' and 'swimming pool' of the early 1900's. 9am start. Duration approx 3 hours. More here.

Saturday 5 September or Sunday 6 September
The 31km KattaMorda Heritage Trail is rich in natural beauty, history and culture. This guided trail will take you on a wondrous journey through jarrah, marri and wandoo woodlands intertwined with stories from the past. Experience this magic over one or two days on the KattaMorda Hike & Graze Experience.

Saturday 5 September
Get a step-up on your applications to publishers in this practical afternoon of information and activities covering the do's and don'ts of submitting your work, writing a pitch letter and perfecting your author bio. Jess Gately from Underground Writers will take you through the common mistakes that many authors make when submitting their work to give you the best chance of success. Prior registration essential. 1pm-4pm. Find out more information.

Sunday 6 September
It's your special day where you get a whole lotta love thrown your way, a mighty fine feed and all the excuses under the sun to have just that one extra beer! 

The hotel will be open all day for lunch & dinner, offering up its usual pub classics that Dads love, a sensational Sunday Roast Lamb with all the trimmings, home-made curry & rice, dished up in the beer garden. There's heaps of choice and a tasty little menu for the kiddies too! Live music from 3pm. View Facebook event here.

Sunday 6 September
Book now for a delicious buffet breakfast and, if Dad is so inclined, stretch it out to lunch with a beverage or two. Breakfast is available 8am-11am (bookings are essential). 
The hotel will be serving up their famous Lamb Spit-Roast Rolls from 1pm in the beer garden, plus there's a kids corner too, with hot dogs, donuts, popcorn AND Live music 1pm-4pm. Bookings and more information here. 

Sunday 6 September
Wooroloo Regional Park
Flat wide trails presented entirely in excellent bushlands. Big jarrah and marri and wildflowers starting to appear. This easy/flat walk covers a distance of 6.1km. Commences 9am. Duration approx. 2- 2.5 hours. Cost is $5 (payable on the walking day). No pets, bikes or children under 12. Bookings and enquiries: Tel: Cliff Burns on 9299 6696

Sunday 13 September
After the bad weather hiccup last month, Mundaring Sunday Markets is back this month with new vendors and a great vibe. Featuring a great range of stalls, including seasonal fruit & veg, jewellery, scarves, bags, clothes, craft items, garden ornaments, plants, soaps, honey, chutneys and preserves.  

Snap up a bargain, then enjoy a bite to eat at the Mundaring Hotel, just a few steps away. Markets open 9am-2pm, Nichol Street, Mundaring.

Running through to Sunday 13 September
Gallery 1 - Sheep Show
Exploring traditions connected to sheep and wool production in Australia, Sheep Show, celebrates, abstracts, and unpacks this significant industry via its material and cultural expressions.
Gallery 2 - Grounding
Grounding brings together three works form the Shire of Mundaring Art Collection which represent ‘productive’ landscapes. This perspective is of particular relevance in the Perth Hills.
Open Tues to Fri 10am-5pm, Sat and Sun 11am-3pm. Closed Mon and public holidays. T: 9295 3991 or visit website here

Sunday 13 September
This 20km guided hike will take you on an adventure along the iconic Bibbulmun Track from Kalamunda to Mundaring. Enjoy the magnificent wildflowers in bloom as you explore the magic bushlands of the Perth Hills. This hike showcases sweeping views of Beelu National Park, Kalamunda National Park, and Mundaring Weir. This great introduction to long distances on the Bibbulmun Track will show you what a day hike on the trail feels like. Starts 8am. Duration approx. 5 hours. More here

Saturday 19 September
Browse the beautiful range of local crafts, artworks, giftware, skincare, homemade preserves and baked goodies, plus there's locally grown fruit and veg, plants and more!  When you finished scouting the stalls, hop over the road for a bite to eat and check out the amazing railway memorabilia at the historic Chidlow Tavern. 9am-2pm Chidlow Hall, Old Northam Road, Chidlow. View event on Facebook.

Starting from Saturday 19 September 
Gallery 1 - Discernible Sequence
A solo show by Leanne Bray, in which vibrant paintings and works on paper tell stories of daily life, significant moments and collective celebration. 
Gallery 2 -Stories From Home
Featuring works of Jane Button, Marie Haass, Amelia Sonnekus and Louise Wilde Cook.
Both exhibitions explore stories that celebrate the influence of migration and travel on identity and belonging.

Open Tues to Fri 10am-5pm, Sat and Sun 11am-3pm. Closed Mon and public holidays. T: 9295 3991 View website

Saturday 19 September
Join Mundaring & Hills Historical Society on a guided walk to discover the remains of a camp that was occupied by single, unemployed men (sustenance workers), during the Depression. The Camp's life was brief, just seven months in 1931. Evidence can still be seen if you take time to stand still, look at your surroundings and imagine.
Meet: 10am Intersection of Wedgetail Circle/Boronia Way, Parkerville. Bring your walking gear! More info. contact MHHS T: 9295 0540

Saturday 26 September
What else would you rather be doing on a nice sunny day? Why not hire a SUP? Glide across the tranquil waters of Lake Leschenaultia - it's easy to learn and lots of fun. For those of you who prefer to sit, there's triple seated canoes for a relaxing paddle. Hire available between 10am-3pm on weekends, pub. hols and every day of the school holidays.

Visit the friendly staff at the canoe shed. For more information visit our website.

Saturday 26 September
Hills Fabric and Craft De-Stash + Upcycled Market is an event bringing sellers and buyers all together in one place. This event gives sewists, artisans, creatives, quilters, scrapbookers, knitters, beaders and painters a chance to clear out their cupboards, come together and "de-stash" excess supplies.
Free entry for buyers. 9.30am-2pm. The Connection Centre, Mundaring Church of Christ, 1470 Stoneville Rd, Mundaring. Visit Facebook here.

Exhibition runs throughout September
The new exhibition ‘Head for the Hills’, a collaboration between Mundaring & Hills Historical Society, Friends of the Chidlow WW2 Camps and Heritage Detection Australia. Using artefacts recently retrieved from Chidlow’s former WW2 Army Camps, the exhibition highlights their role in defending Australia following Japan’s entry into WW2 in December 1941. With c. 50 000 troops passing through the Camps from March 1942 until June 1944, the significance of these camps in understanding the military heritage of WA is clear.

Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm, Sun 10am-2.30pm Mundaring District Museum, Old School, 7225 Gt Eastern Highway, Mundaring

Sunday 27 September
It's time to embark on a guided hike along the Swan View Railway Reserves Heritage Trail from the Parkerville Tavern to the heart of the John Forrest National Park. Enjoy magnificient views over the city and the rush of water at the stunning Hovea and National Park Falls.  Return for a well earned cold drink at the beautiful Parkerville Tavern. Starts 9am. Duration approx. 3 hours. More here

Known locally as The Mounties, the historic Mount Helena Tavern was brought to life in 1902. This Australiana-style pub has a picturesque beer garden with winter creek and there's open fires to keep you warm and cosy in the cooler months.

The kitchen is open 7 days a week from 11am for lunch and dinner (with some great daily specials). Visit website here to find out more. 900 Keane St, Mount Helena. T: 9572 2121

The iconic Mundaring Weir Hotel provides the perfect laid-back atmosphere for a Sunday chill out with the family. There's a playground, table tennis and basketball hoops, so you can relax knowing the kids are happy and amused.  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

The Parkerville Tavern is a lovely heritage venue in the heart of Perth Hills. Steeped in history, this double-storey federation style pub has an extensive menu,10 beers and cider on tap and locally produced wines. With arguably one of Perth's best beer gardens, the beautifully restored “Parky” is ideal for families plus there's a great line up of live music on Fridays from 6pm, Saturdays from 7pm and the Sunday Session 3pm. Keep an eye on Facebook to find out what's on. 6-18 Owen Rd, Parkerville. T: 9295 4500

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 7.30pm-10.30pm and Sunday 3pm-6pm. Visit them on Facebook page. Cnr Nichol/Jacoby St, Mundaring.  T: 9295 1006

The Lounge at Amaroo Retreat is a venue with sophistication, friendliness and comfort. With a small, but delicious menu, there's something for all taste buds. All produce is locally sourced, meaning the quality and freshness is always at an exceptionally high standard.
Dinner service is available Fri and Sat 5.30pm–7pm and 7.30pm-9pm. Lunch is available Sundays 12pm–2pm and 2.30pm-4.30pm.  1200 Alison Street, Mount Helena Tel 6244 4800