In this update

• Free Tourism Business and Event Listings
• From the Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre
• What's On in Rutherglen 

  • Tastes of Rutherglen

  • Rutherglen Tastes of Art

  • The Big Picnic & Cornhole Tournament at Buller Wines

  • Autumn Graze at Campbells Wines

  • Paddy Russell Music at James & Co. Wines

  • Sunday Series at The Victoria Hotel

  • Summer Nights at Lake Moodemere Estate

  • Valhalla Wines Pop-Up Cellar Door

• From the Chiltern Visitor Information Centre 
• What's On in Chiltern

  • Chiltern Festival 

• Industry News and Support

  • Regional Events Fund 

Free Tourism Business & Event Listings
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• visitvictoria.com
• victoriashighcountry.com.au
• explorerutherglen.com.au or 
• explorechiltern.com.au
• Victoria's High Country App
• Indigo's What's On calendar

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Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre
Email: info@explorerutherglen.com.au
Phone: 1800 622 871

From the Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre

Hello everyone, 

The Victorian and ACT Labour Day long weekend is almost upon us and the region is gearing up for a huge weekend filled with food, wine, art, live music and family friendly fun. With Tastes of Rutherglen, Tastes of Art, and so many local experiences on offer, there’s truly something for everyone. 

Recent maintenance in the Visitor Centre courtyard has made the space noticeably more welcoming for our visitors. The paving has been refreshed with new sand, and the previously broken brick edging has now been repaired. 

The patio cover sheets will also be replaced soon, and the new coverings will brighten the space and improve comfort for everyone using the courtyard. These improvements help ensure the centre continues to feel inviting, well‑maintained, and ready to greet visitors to our region. 

Farewell and Welcome at Gelatina 

Thank you to Tina and Steve from Gelatina for bringing Rutherglen and the surrounding region what many of us believe is the best gelato in the world. Your passion, creativity and kindness have meant so much to the community, and your presence has been a cherished part of local life. We wish you all the very best in your retirement. 

Congratulations to the new owners, Greg and Elise. We look forward to meeting you and to enjoying your gelato for many years to come as you continue this much‑loved local tradition. 

Have a wonderful fortnight ahead. 

The Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre team

What's On in Rutherglen

Tastes of Rutherglen

Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 March 
10:00am - 4:00pm

Tickets are still available to Tastes of Rutherglen and the regional shuttle bus. The weather is looking great for getting out and about with family and friends. This fabulous event has been a Rutherglen ‘must do’ for more than 30 years.

Tickets are $45 for a weekend pass or $25 for a day entry pass. 

With more than 200 wines to explore across 17 iconic cellar doors, you’ll discover everything from bold reds to crisp whites as well as Rutherglen's famed fortifieds. Taste your way through delicious chef‑crafted dishes, soak up live music and autumn scenery, and wander through sunlit vineyards while meeting the makers behind your favourite drops. With shuttle buses running between wineries, it’s the perfect autumn escape.

Rutherglen Tastes of Art

Soldiers Memorial Hall
150 High Street, Rutherglen
Friday 6 - Sunday 15 March 
10:00am - 4:00pm

Rutherglen Tastes of Art is celebrating its ninth year! 

Rutherglen Tastes of Art Prize is an opportunity for artists to exhibit in a well-established, popular show.  Visitors are able to purchase varied, creative works of exceptional quality.

Sections include painting, work on paper, photography, 3D and youth.

Friday is the gala opening night, a great way to toast the artists who have entered their marvelous works.

A very fine drop will be offered to all attendees, thanks to Campbells Wines and gourmet nibbles are provided by Brooke Rasmussen, The Creative Cook and her team of hospitality students from Rutherglen High School.

The Big Picnic & Cornhole Tournament at Buller Wines

Buller Wines
2804 Murray Valley Highway, Rutherglen
Saturday 7 March 
11:00am - 5:00pm

The Big Picnic at Buller Wines is back and bigger than ever with sunshine, good vibes, great wine and a little friendly competition.

This year, turn up the heat with the official Cornhole Tournament, hosted in partnership with the Border Baggers Cornhole League. With just 20 teams competing in a round-robin format, spots are limited and bragging rights are very much on the line.

Teams must be pre-registered.

Wine, beer, drinks and picnic boxes will be available to purchase on the day. You are welcome to bring your own picnic.

Autumn Graze at Campbells Wines

Campbells Wines
4603 Murray Valley Highway, Rutherglen
Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March 
10:00am - 5:00pm

Enjoy cellar door tastings, vineyard platters and live music – all with a glass of Campbells wine in hand.

Bring your own chairs and picnic blankets to relax under the shady oaks.

Paddy Russell Music at James & Co. Wines

James & Co. Wines
136 Main Street, Rutherglen
Sunday 8 March
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Rutherglen’s own Paddy Russell is back and he’s bringing the tunes for a free live session at the James & Co. Wines Cellar Door. 

Sip on your favourite wines by the glass or bottle (at cellar door prices), enjoy a beer, gin and tonic, spritz, or soft drink and nibble on a 'Cheese Your Own Adventure' platter - perfect for an afternoon with friends. 

Sunday Series at The Victoria Hotel

The Victoria Hotel
90 Main Street, Rutherglen
Sunday 8 March
2:30pm - 5:30pm

Enjoy live music in The Victoria Hotel’s beer garden on selected Sundays. Relaxed music, golden light and a cold drink in hand, equals the perfect combo for a cruisy Rutherglen afternoon. Gather your crew, find a sunny spot, and let the good vibes roll. 

This is a free event. Walk ins welcome.

Summer Nights at Lake Moodemere Estate

Lake Moodemere Estate
12 Moodemere Road, Rutherglen
Friday 6 March – Tony Gardner Jazz Band

Experience the mystique of Lake Moodemere Estate by night under the starlit sky as you enjoy live music and a three-course dinner prepared by Chef Lewis. On Friday 6 March, enjoy timeless jazz tunes by world class musicians, the Tony Gardner Jazz Band. 

Tickets: $120pp ($100 for members), beverages purchased separately.

Valhalla Wines Pop-Up Cellar Door 

165 Hopetoun Road, Rutherglen (previously Wicked Virgin & Calico Town Cellar Door)
Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March - 10:00am - 5:00pm
Monday 9 March - 10:00am - 1:00pm

Celebrate the long weekend at Valhalla Wines' pop-up cellar door, hosted at the former Wicked Virgin & Calico Town site in Rutherglen. Enjoy new releases wines and some old classics too. Drop in for a relaxed tasting experience with Anton and the team and yes, the turntable will be spinning, with vinyl records available for you to select from! 

From the Chiltern Visitor Information Centre

Hello everyone, 

This past week has brought a welcome change in Chiltern, with much‑needed rain refreshing the landscape. Green grass is beginning to return, puddles are lining the roads and local dams are filling again.

We've recently assisted several visitors researching their family history in Chiltern. The reopening of the Athenaeum Museum later this month is cause for celebration and provides keen family historians access local archives.

Everything is ready to go for the Chiltern Festival this Friday evening. With the courthouse grounds now lush and green, we’re hopeful for a fantastic turnout and look forward to seeing you there! 

Looking ahead, here’s what’s on in Chiltern:

Friday 6 March – Chiltern Festival
Old Chiltern Courthouse grounds

Sunday 8 March – Chiltern Rodeo
Racecourse Road, Chiltern

Sunday 29 March – Chiltern Athenaeum Museum Open Day
9am - 3pm · Free entry

We look forward to seeing visitors and locals alike enjoying these events and making the most of our thriving community.

The Chiltern Visitor Information Centre team

What's On in Chiltern

Chiltern Festival

Chiltern Courthouse Grounds
58 - 60 Main Street, Chiltern 
Friday 6 March
5:00pm - 8:00pm 

Join in at the Chiltern Festival on Friday 6 March. The first of five planned Get To Know Your Town events, it is aimed to welcome new residents, strengthen community connections and create spaces where locals - both new and long‑term - can come together, mingle and celebrate everything that makes YOUR town special.

Expect friendly faces, local groups, live entertainment, delicious food, kids’ activities, great conversations and that unmistakable Chiltern spirit filling the Old Courthouse Grounds.

Bring your picnic rug, bring your family, bring your neighbours: everyone’s welcome

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