♥  Love is in the air at Lake Lesch  ♥
This Valentine’s weekend, Shire of Mundaring has teamed up with Totem Glamping, Café Mojo Mundaring, Camp Leschenaultia and Lion Mill Vineyards to offer you and your significant other the chance to win a romantic weekend escape to Lake Leschenaultia on Saturday 16 February, 2019. 

This incredible weekend getaway valued at $500 is the perfect Valentine’s Day gift that’s sure to make you, and your sweetheart, fall in love with the Perth Hills. Find out more about this awesome prize and how to enter here.

Thursday 14 February
Treat your Valentine to a beautiful five course degustation dinner at this extra special event. Bookings and pre-payment essential. Be quick - there's only a few spots! Find out more here.
                           ** NEW **
New Tapas Bistro menu available from 11am daily, 7 days a week. BYO options available. Special tapas bistro evenings with a classical pianist are set to start on Saturday 16 February and be available every Saturday night except long weekends.View Facebook.

♥ Spoil your loved one this Valentine’s Day with an overnight stay in one of Amaroo Retreat and Spa’s luxurious, private chalets. Upon arrival, you’ll be gifted with a chilled bottle of Prosecco  then escorted to your private chalet, where you’ll find scattered rose petals and a box of delicious, gourmet chocolates waiting.

♥ Your private, outdoor spa bath will be pre-filled, cascading with bubbles, and heated to the perfect temperature; it’s the ultimate romantic escape!

This Package is available until Thursday 14 February 2019. For bookings and enquiries: Tel: 6244 4800 or email reception@amarooretreat.com.au

The Ming Restaurant prides itself in bringing you quality dishes, with each ingredient professionally prepared daily. 
♥Now taking bookings for Valentine's Day with a special set menu at $38.00 per person♥
Saturday 23 February
Celebrate Chinese New Year in style with 3 course dinner and special Chinese New Year Dessert, special Lion Dance.

Thursday 14 February
Celebrate your loved one with a romantic lunch or dinner at the historic Chidlow Tavern. The kitchen will be offering romantic-themed blackboard specials, in addition to a shortened version of their a la carte menu. View event on Facebook here. The Tavern is open daily from 11am. Chidlow Tavern, Thomas St, Chidlow. Tel: 9572 4154 

Saturday 2 February
Captain Underpants:The First Epic (G)
Elsie Austin Oval, Mount Helena
Gates open 6pm. Movie starts at sunset. Pre-movie entertainment will be provided and a selection of snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring your blanket and/or low-backed chairs to sit on. View full program here. This year's season is made possible thanks to the support of Lotterywest, Perth Airport, Linley Valley Pork, Acciona Trility Joint Venture, the Mundaring Community Bank Branch Bendigo Bank, and Australia Post.

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

Fri 1 February: Bumblebee (PG)
Sat 2 & Sun 3 February: Colette (M)
Fri 8 & Sat 9 February: Mary Poppins Returns (G)
Sun 10 February: A Star is Born (M)
Fri 15 February: Lean on Pete (M)
Sat 16 & Sun 17 February: The Favourite (MA15+)
Fri 22 & Sat 23 February: Storm Boy (PG)
Sun 24 February: Holmes & Watson (CTC)

Gates open 6.15pm, show starts 7.30pm.
Cost $15 adults, children $10. Program details here

Situated in a beautiful location, adjacent to John Forrest National Park, Malmalling Vineyard is a boutique winery offering a range of wines and delicious food, plus this month there's live music, which is sure to tick all the boxes! 
Sunday 3 February
Winery is open for lunch from 12pm with live music from Jaylee Live between 1pm-4pm
Friday 15 February
Open Mic Night! 6pm-9pm. The program already includes five very talented musicians. Bookings essential. Winery will be open for dinner from 5pm. Beacon Rd, Parkerville. Tel: 9295  5691

Friday 8 February
Revisit the wonderful movie Shine at this local fundraiser with author talk, Q&A with KSP play scriptwriter Louise Helfgott and KSP biographer Nathan Hobby. Prior to the screening, Louise will provide a special guest author talk. Learn about Louise's journey in writing about Katharine and hear intimate details about Katharine's influence on David's life and career as a musician, from the perspective of a family member.​

Drinks and snacks for sale (cash only): Movie trivia quiz, Raffle and Silent Auction, Movie character costume competition, Spot prizes and, of course, the film!!​ Starts 6pm at the Boya Community Centre, Scott Street, Helena Valley. Find out more on our Facebook Events page here.

Saturday 9 February
Mundaring Twilight Markets is making a return to the streets of Mundaring this month after the huge success of last year's event.  With over 150 stalls including a variety of food trucks and street performers, the event promises a carnival atmosphere for both young and old. Markets open 5pm-9pm. This event is brought to you by Mundaring Rotary Club in partnership with Shire of Mundaring and Mundaring Community Bank Branch Bendigo. View Facebook here.

Sun 3 Feb: Chill Out Sunday with harp performance by Adam B Harris
Sat 9 Feb: Sustainable Cleaning Workshops
Sun 10 Feb: Chill Out Sunday with acoustic performance by Chloe Atkinson
Sat 16 Feb: Paint Pour Experience with Kez
Sun 17 Feb: Chill Out Sunday with harp performance by Adam B Harris
Sun 24 Feb: Chill Out Sunday with classical guitar performance by Drew Richardson
Thurs 28 Feb: 10:30 AM - Macramé Owl Workshop.
Cafe Mojo, Craig Street. Mundaring

Opening night 7pm - Friday 8 February 
Gallery 1 - Place and Space
Showcasing the work of 33 local artists as they delve into their material and intangible connections to the Shire of Mundaring as well as broader concepts of place. 

Gallery 2 - Spotlight on us
Spotlight on us is a survey of artworks from the Shire of Mundaring Art Collection acquired from past open invitation exhibitions

Open Tues to Fri 10am-5pm, Sat and Sun 11am-3pm. Closed Mondays and public holidays. Tel: 9295 3991 or visit website here

Saturday 16 February
Chidlow Hall monthly markets are back for 2019!
This month the regular markets will be replaced with a special Twilight Markets from 4pm-7pm.  Browse the beautiful range of local, handmade crafts, artworks, giftware, skincare, homemade jams, chutneys, cakes, locally grown fruit and veg, plants and more.

Chidlow Hall,  Old Northam Road, Chidlow. View Facebook

Saturday 23 February
An event suitable for all ages. Grab your friends and family and head along to the Parky for an awesome night of fabulous music under the stars.  Enjoy wood-fired pizza, hot pork rolls or a selection of delicious meals from the Tavern’s regular a la carte menu. Find out more here.

Saturday 23 February                                
Smurfs: The Lost Village (PG)
Wooroloo Primary School
Gates open 6pm. Movie starts at sunset.

Pre-movie entertainment will be provided and a selection of snacks and refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring your blanket and/or low-backed chairs to sit on.

View full program here. This year's season is made possible thanks to the support of Lotterywest, Perth Airport, Linley Valley Pork, Acciona Trility Joint Venture, the Mundaring Community Bank Branch Bendigo Bank, and Australia Post.

With great outdoor spaces, plus an awesome line up of live music at their regular live music sessions, the Parkerville Tavern has your Sundays sorted! Sessions run 4pm-7pm.

Sun 3 Feb: These Galahs Trio
Sun 10 Feb: Hans Fiance Duo 
Sun 17 Feb: Nathan Gaunt  Duo
Sun 24 Feb: Soul'd Out Big Band
Parkerville Tavern, Owen Rd, Parkerville.
Tel: 9295 4500. Visit website.

Sunday 23 February
Join Short Street Kitchen for a day out away from the busy city hustle. Learn all about these delicious drinks and take away everything you need to get started at home.

During the workshop there will be a break for healthy morning tea in the beautiful garden (weather permitting!) and enjoy a wander around the gardens and orchards.
Workshop runs from 9.30am -1pm. Visit website.

The Mundaring Hotel is a family-friendly restaurant, bar and beer garden located in the heart of Mundaring. As a lively, local haunt, you’ll find plenty of action to keep you entertained, with regular live music gigs Friday & Saturday nights. Offering an extensive A La Carte Menu, as well as exquisite dishes from The Daily Specials Board, tapas bites, kids meals and a grazing menu for those special functions where everyone wants a taste of everything! 

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 with its large beer garden and kids playground - perfect for relaxing through the lazy days of summer.

The kitchen is open every day for lunch and dinner with daily specials available. View menu here. 900 Keane St, Mount Helena. Tel: 9572 2121

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.

Midland Tourist Park is conveniently located to explore the beautiful Perth Hills and Swan Valley and offers a Special Deal for those who love travelling with a caravan or a campervan. Stay on a powered tourist van site and receive every 7th night free for up to 28 nights until 28/02/19. Offfering free WiFi, spa-swimming pool, BBQ area, recreation room and friendly relaxing environment. The Park also has a wide range of accommodation options from small en-suite rooms to large self-contained chalets. Book directly and benefit from available special offers. Visit website here. 6 Toodyay Rd, Middle Swan. Open Mon-Sun 8am –6pm.

Take some time out to pamper yourself, or treat a loved one, to one of Amaroo's luxurious spa treatments. The two and a half hour Signature Package is the ultimate full body indulgence. Your treatment begins with a gentle foot spa, then you’ll be shown to the one of their treatment rooms to receive a luxurious 60 minute full body exfoliation and moisturising, a 30 minute tension-releasing back massage, and then you’ll finish with your choice of 60 minute Payot Facials.

To continue the experience at home, you will also receive a Payot product up to the value of $50. For bookings call 6244 4800 or email reception@amarooretreat.com.au. View website for more info.

🚴 E-bikes are now available for hire at Lake Leschenaultia every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday Mondays 8am-12pm.
🚲 Do you like the idea of cycling in the Perth Hills but (like most of us) prefer going down hill rather than up? Well, now you can enjoy the experience of riding the trails of the Perth Hills without putting in the 'hard yards' by hiring an electric bike.
🚴 Standard bikes also available. The rental stand is located next to the new Pump Track. To find out more, give Paul a call on 0409 104 817.

Throughout February
his new temporary exhibition explores the many marvellous items that have been ‘Made in Mundaring’. From the granite slabs quarried at Mahogany Creek for the Perth GPO to the beautiful stained-glass windows made in Greenmount by Gowers & Brown, the range of building materials, foods, domestic objects, artworks, and inventions made locally is extraordinary. The labour and creativity of people in the past, and in the present, is acknowledged in the array of objects displayed, and in the stories of the individuals who made them. Museum open Mon-Sat 9.30am-4pm, Sun & Public Hols 10am-2.30pm.