In this update

• News from Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre 
  • Live music at James & Co. Wines
  • Live At The Range and Family Fun Day at Rutherglen Golf Club
  • Fiano Brunch at Jones Winery and Restaurant
  • Easter Family Fun Days at Cofield Wines
  • An Autumn Easter at Pfeiffer Wines
  • Easter Picnic at Campbells Wines
  • Easter weekend at Scion Wine
  • Anzac Day commemorations 
  • YoPlay at Cofield Wines
  • Rutherglen Vintage Bike Ride
  • Rutherglen Rumble 
  • Rutherglen Wine Bottle opening 
  • Wahgunyah Speedway Meet
• News from Chiltern Visitor Information Centre
  • Camera to Canvas exhibition at Chiltern Courthouse
• Industry News
  • Organise a free business waste assessment

From Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre

Hello everyone, 

Autumn has arrived, bringing beautiful sunrises and perfect weather for exploring Rutherglen and the surrounding regions. 

Easter bike hire update: Our bike fleet is fully booked this Saturday and Sunday, with limited availability on Good Friday. As autumn progresses, we recommend staying on paths and roads to avoid bindi eyes.  Unfortunately, we also recently lost three bikes to theft. While police have been notified, please contact the centre if you spot any abandoned bikes - they might be ours!

Easter activities: Rutherglen, Wahgunyah, and Corowa are buzzing with Easter events. We've compiled opening hours for local businesses - click here to view them. If you notice any inaccuracies, please email us at info@explorerutherglen.com.au so we can update our information.

This newsletter also includes Anzac Day commemorations and activities planned for the long weekend.

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Easter - may the Easter Bunny find his way to your door!

Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre team

Live music at James & Co. Wines

James & Co. Wines
136 Main Street, Rutherglen
Friday 18 April - Jarrah Ferris-Smith
Sunday 20 April - Liam Dalby

Sit back with a glass of wine, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy live music at James & Co's relaxed cellar door and wine bar setting, right in the heart of Rutherglen’s Main Street.

Live At The Range and Family Fun Day

Rutherglen Golf Club
190 Murray Street, Rutherglen
Saturday 19 April

For $20 per bay, enjoy an hour of unlimited golf balls – and there’s seating provided. Live music plays from 1:30pm-4:30pm, with the bar open (no BYO) and face painting for kids from 1:30pm-3:30pm, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt at 4:30pm.

Players of all skill levels welcome - clubs available to borrow or bring your own. Pack a picnic to make an afternoon of it! Reserve your bay via the button below or purchase ball buckets on the day if bays are available.

Fiano Brunch Launch at Jones Winery and Restaurant

Jones Winery and Restaurant
61 Jones Road, Rutherglen 
Saturday 19 April 
10:30am 

Be among the first to experience the highly anticipated release of Jones Winery's 2024 Fiano! This exclusive event promises an unforgettable tasting experience, featuring not only the fresh, new 2024 vintage but also the elegant 2015 Fiano - a fantastic opportunity to explore how this wine evolves over time.

Easter Family Fun Days at Cofield Wines

Cofield Wines
341 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April 
11:00am – 4:00pm
Tickets: $10 adults, $5 children 

Join Cofield Wines this Easter for a weekend of family fun. Enjoy great wines, fantastic food options, live music on the lawns and entertainment for all the family.

Children will have a great time on the jumping castle, there’ll also be face painting and a number of outdoor lawn games for everyone to enjoy.

An Autumn Easter at Pfeiffer Wines

Pfeiffer Wines
167 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April 

Savour award-winning wines while enjoying live performances from talented musicians Dave Daly (Saturday) and Riley Catherall (Sunday) from 12:00pm to 4:00pm both days. Indulge in gourmet platters, artisan fudge, refreshing slushies, and Pink + Tonic jugs, while children enjoy Easter games in the picturesque grounds.

Wine tastings are seated all weekend, with special benefits for Wine Club members. Free entry ensures this autumn Easter celebration is accessible to all visitors seeking the perfect blend of "pfamily, pfriends, and pfine wine."

Easter Picnic at Campbells Wines

Campbells Wines
4603 Murray Valley Highway, Rutherglen
Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April
10:00am – 4:00pm
Tickets: $15pp 

Easter eggs, face painting and giant games will keep your family entertained, while you enjoy live music and delicious regional fare under the shady oaks with a glass of Campbells wine in hand. 

Your ticket includes event entry and a Campbells' branded picnic wine glass to take home (children and designated drivers receive free entry), access to complimentary wine tasting at the Cellar Door, children’s activities and live music by Scott and Amanda.

Easter weekend at Scion Wine

Scion Wine
74 Slaughterhouse Road, Rutherglen
Friday 18 - Monday 21 April 

Join the Scion team for a wine tasting experience, or picnic in the winery’s relaxed outdoor setting, which offers shaded seating and a grassy lawn.

Savoy Truffle Co's Grazing Platters and snack boxes by GRACE are available across the entire long weekend by pre-order only. 

Kids can enter Scion's Easter colouring competition and play old-fashioned games, while parents enjoy a wine tasting. 

Anzac Day commemorations 

Friday 25 April

Join the community in commemorating Anzac Day with services held in both Rutherglen and Wahgunyah.

In Rutherglen, proceedings begin with the Dawn Service at 5:55am at the Cenotaph in Memorial Gardens. At 8:55am, the Anzac March will commence from Jaspers Corner, proceeding to the Cenotaph where a Memorial Service and wreath-laying ceremony will take place at 9:00am.

Wahgunyah's commemorations start at 9:30am with the March beginning at the School of Arts Hall on Foord Street. The procession will make its way to the Memorial Garden, where attendees will gather for the Commemorative Service and wreath-laying ceremony immediately after.

YoPlay at Cofield Wines

Cofield Wines
341 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah
Friday 25 April 
12:00pm - 5:00pm 

Unwind this Anzac Day with free live music on the lawn at Cofield Wines. Talented Albury-based group YoPlay will entertain guests of all ages with their music while you relax and enjoy wine from Cofields and delicious food from Quartz Cuisine. 

Rutherglen Vintage Bike Ride

Start/Finish: Rutherglen Convent
50-74 High Street, Rutherglen 
Saturday 26 April 
10:00am - 6:30pm
Lunch at Cofield Wines: 12:30pm - 2:30pm

The Rotary Club of Rutherglen presents the Rutherglen Vintage Bike Ride - an opportunity to amble through the beautiful Rutherglen wine region and support fund raising for good causes including the Australian Paralympic Cycling Team and the Country Fire Authority.

The event includes a prize for best 'vintage' clothing, a display of Olympic and National Team bikes at the Convent, barbeque lunch at Cofield Wines, supported riding and post-ride refreshments, followed by live music back at the Convent.

Tickets are $50 for adults, $20 for children and $30 for lunch only (non-riders). 

Rutherglen Rumble

Rutherglen Showgrounds
171 High Street, Rutherglen
Saturday 26 April 
8:00am - 10:00pm

The Rutherglen Rumble is back for another year fundraising much needed funds for mental health in the region.

The day includes the Rutherglen Rumble Car Bike Show ‘n’ Shine Meet, a Kenworth legends versus Classic grudge match for the trucks, a Shovel Muster Category for the motorcycles, as well as food vans and stalls throughout the day, a tattoo show, and a drive-in cinema on Saturday night featuring ‘Smokey and the Bandit’.

If you are interested in registering for any of the above events please do so by emailing rutherglenrumble@gmail.com or collect an entry form from Caffeine n Machine. 

Rutherglen Wine Bottle opening

Rutherglen Wine Bottle
Corner of Hunter and Hopetoun Roads, Rutherglen
Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April 
10:00am - 3:30pm 

Visit the Rutherglen Wine Bottle this Anzac Day weekend. On Saturday (10:00am-3:30pm), enjoy the Aussie Traditions Ensemble from 10:00am, followed by relaxation time with the "Loving our View" video from noon.

Test your vocal skills in the Fabulous Cooee Competition at 2:00pm, then experience the Anzac Tribute Performance at 2:30pm featuring harp, guitar, singing, poetry, and a Vera Lynn medley.

Sunday morning (10:00am-12:00pm) features a Children's Music Program with boot-scooting fun and treats for young visitors at 10:00am, followed by "Bottle Stories" at 11:00am where stories from those connected to the original 1900 water tower will be shared. 

Wahgunyah Speedway Meet

Wahgunyah Speedway
Saturday 26 April 

Don't miss the action at Wahgunyah Speedway over the Anzac Day weekend. This exciting event features the Late Models Victorian Title, V8 Dirt Modifieds, SDAV Hotrods, and a HUMPY HOLDENS celebration.

Gates open 8:00am with racing from 3:00pm until 10:30pm. Enjoy a free pit walk tour at 1:00pm.

Tickets: Adults $25, Children (12-16) $15, Seniors/Pensioners $15, Family (2 adults, 3 kids) $60. ADF Veterans and personnel enter free by showing their service card. 

Everyone is welcome!

Chiltern Visitor Information Centre Update

Hello everyone,

Chiltern is a well-known haven for birdwatchers, with enthusiasts increasingly flocking to the region to spot a diverse range of birds. The team at the Visitor Centre has been busy collaborating with local businesses to create comprehensive packages for birdwatching groups, helping visitors make the most of their time in the beautiful natural surroundings.

With Mother's Day approaching, we've curated a lovely selection of local gifts to help you celebrate the special women in your life. We also have a range of handknitted items for sale including beautiful locally crafted scarves, beanies, and accessories. 

Don’t forget, the information centre team is here to assist you to create or renew your Explore Chiltern website business listing. Please join in and help make Chiltern’s online presence richer and our town a must-visit destination! Your website listing (technical term - Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) listing) appears on our own Explore Chiltern website, the regional website Victoria’s High Country and Visit Victoria – one listing reaching an audience of millions. Once again, your listing is totally free as Council is subsidising the cost of renewal for you (it’s normally $295). To receive your promo code for a free listing, or if you need any help, please contact the Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre on 02 6033 6306.

Have a fantastic fortnight.

Chiltern Visitor Information Centre Team

Camera to Canvas exhibition

Chiltern Courthouse
58 - 60 Main Street, Chiltern 
Friday 18 - Monday 21 April 
10:00am - 4:00pm

Discover the striking works of Quentin Bell and Verily Slatter at the "Camera to Canvas" exhibition, hosted at the historic Chiltern Courthouse. The exhibition opening night on Good Friday will feature live music by talented performer Jesse Zahra, drinks and nibbles. 

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