In this update

• Free Tourism Business and Event Listings
• News from Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre 

  • Congratulations Grace. Bar + Eatery

  • Super Tuscan Friday at James & Co. Wines

  • Boo-tiful S'mores & Wine Cocktails at Dinah Wines

  • Music on the Murray at St Leonards Vineyard

  • Beaks & Barrels on the Bridge at Pfeiffer Wines

  • Pan Asian Feast and Live Music at James & Co. Wines

  • The Day of the Dead at The Convent Brewery

  • Sunday Series at The Victoria Hotel

  • Rutherglen Market

  • Cofield Bottomless Brunch

  • Campbells 155th Anniversary Celebration

• News from Chiltern Visitor Information Centre

  • Chiltern Artist Collective Art Exhibition 

• Industry News and Support
  • "It's my High Country thing" marketing campaign now live
  • Last chance for Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grants

Free Tourism Business & Event Listings
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• 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 Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre

Hello everyone, 

With the Melbourne Cup long weekend just around the corner, we hope your businesses are gearing up for a busy and fruitful few days ahead. It's a wonderful opportunity to welcome visitors to our beautiful region.

And speaking of busy times – with only eight weeks until Christmas, our gift shop is buzzing with a festive spirit. We’re stocked with loads of local and regional produce - perfect for creating custom hampers for friends, family, and colleagues. 

As we prepare for the holiday season, we’re already receiving enquiries about which eateries and wineries will be open over the Christmas and New Year period. To help visitors plan their stay, we’re putting together our annual spreadsheet of opening hours. 

Could you please send us your trading days and hours for Tuesday 23 December through Thursday 1 January?

We'll share this information via email and printed handouts at our centre, helping to promote your business and connect you with visitors during the busy holiday period.

Wishing you a wonderful fortnight ahead. 

Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre team

Congratulations Grace. Bar + Eatery 

We're thrilled to celebrate Grace. Bar + Eatery's outstanding achievement - earning their first hat in this year's Good Food Guide awards.

Adding to this wonderful news, Erica was nominated for Service Excellence in the Good Food Guide Awards, one of only five nominees across the state.

Congratulations to Erica, Matthieu, and the entire team on these well-deserved honours. Rutherglen is proud of you!

Super Tuscan Friday

James & Co. Wines
136 Main Street, Rutherglen
Friday 31 October
5:00pm - 7:30pm

On the last Friday of every month, James & Co. Wines team up with their mates at Pizza By Five Letters for a night of incredible Italian-style pizza, their cool climate Sangiovese and Italian style wines, and easy-going Friday night vibes.

This is laid-back and local, come as you are. Not a wine drinker? No worries! There's beer, gin and tonics and soft drinks too. No bookings required, just roll in from 5:00pm.

Boo-tiful S'mores & Wine Cocktails

Dinah Wines
199 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah
Friday 31 October
7:00pm

Halloween doesn’t have to be all tricks. This year, it’s all about the treats at Dinah Wines. Join the team for Boo-tiful S’mores & Wine Cocktails, an evening where guests will enjoy signature wine cocktails crafted with a wicked touch, paired perfectly with s’mores you toast yourself. 

Music on the Murray

St Leonards Vineyard
201 St Leonards Rd, Wahgunyah
Saturday 1 November
11:00am - 4:00pm

Make the most of the long weekend at St Leonards Vineyard. Enjoy live music by local artist Bruce Poulter from 12:00pm to 3:00pm, while the kitchen serves up a seasonal menu during the same hours. The cellar door will be pouring wines from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Entry is free, but bookings are recommended to secure your spot.

Beaks & Barrels on the Bridge

Pfeiffer Wines
167 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah
Saturday 1 November
1:00pm - 3:00pm

This unique two-hour experience blends birding and wine, featuring a lively panel discussion with winemakers Chris and Jen Pfeiffer, LYFER co-founders James Lambrou and Josh Symons, plus a surprise guest birder. Afterwards, take part in a guided birdwalk through Pfeiffer Wines’ rich habitat, home to over 150 bird species. Tickets are $30 and include marquee seating, a glass of Pfeiffer wine, and expert photography tips.

Pan Asian Feast and Live Music

James & Co. Wines
136 Main Street, Rutherglen
Sunday 2 November
11:00am - 5:00pm

Celebrate the Cup Day long weekend at James and Co. Wines with bold street food flavours from Pinchos Catering, paired with cool-climate wines in a relaxed setting. With great tunes from local musician Paddy Russell, delicious bites, and drinks flowing, it’s the perfect way to spend a laid-back afternoon in Rutherglen.

The Day of the Dead at The Convent Brewery

The Convent Brewery
50 - 75 High Street, Rutherglen
Sunday 2 November
8:30am - 2:00pm

Celebrate Día de Muertos at The Convent Brewery with a vibrant day of food, music, and remembrance of loved ones with joy, colour, and community. From 8:30am, enjoy Mexican breakfast specials, face painting, live music, and a screening of Coco. Guests are invited to contribute to the community ofrenda by bringing photos of loved ones to honour and remember. Entry is free and all ages are welcome to join this joyful celebration of life and memory.

The Convent Brewery will also be open this Tuesday 4 November from 12:00pm - 4:00pm for lunch before the Melbourne Cup race.

Sunday Series

The Victoria Hotel
90 Main Street, Rutherglen
Sunday 9 November
2:30pm - 5:30pm 

Come down to the Victoria Hotel’s beer garden in Rutherglen on select sundays for their Sunday Series and enjoy live music in the garden.

Chill music, golden light, and a cold drink in hand - it's the perfect combo for a cruisy Rutherglen afternoon. Gather your crew, find a sunny spot, and let the good vibes roll.

Rutherglen Market

Lions Park
Douglas, Rutherglen
Sunday 9 November
9:00am - 12:30pm

The Rutherglen Market showcases the best of North-East Victoria’s seasonal produce, with a diverse range of stalls held on the second Sunday of each month. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own bags or baskets and chat with stallholders to learn more about the products and pick up recipe tips. The market evolves with the seasons, offering fresh produce at its peak and plenty of opportunities to try something new. Don’t miss an iconic egg and bacon roll from the Rutherglen Lions Club.

Cofield Bottomless Brunch

Cofield Wines
341 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah
Sunday 9 November
10:00am - 12:00pm

Indulge in a relaxed and flavour-packed morning at Cofield Wines with a bottomless brunch crafted by Quartz Executive Chef, Kim Fitzpatrick. Enjoy two hours of free-flowing Cofield sparkling wines, whites and mimosas, paired with a menu featuring mains and shared plates.

Dietary needs including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free can be catered for – just add a note when booking. Bookings are essential.

Campbells 155th Anniversary Celebration
A Drop of Gold

Campbells Wines
4603 Murray Valley Highway, Rutherglen 
Saturday 15 November
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Celebrate 155 years of family winemaking with the Campbell family for twilight canapés on the winery lawns as the sun sets over the Bobbie Burns vineyard.

Sticks and Grace Rutherglen combine their culinary skills to match the specially selected current and back vintage wines.

Live jazz from Baker Boys Band will entertain you all evening with Gavin, their piper, keeping the bagpipes humming, as you celebrate all that has been and what is yet to come for Campbells Wines.

Chiltern Visitor Information Centre Update

Hello everyone,

It was lovely to see some rain this past weekend. Gardens are refreshed and dams and water tanks across the region have been refilled. 

This Saturday and Sunday, the Chiltern Art Collective presents their latest exhibition at the historic Courthouse. It's a wonderful opportunity to see local talent on display, so do pop in if you can. Read on for all the details.

Also on the horizon is the Chiltern Community Garage Sale, happening Sunday 16 November. To book your site, pop into Bogetti’s, the Chiltern Post Office or the Chiltern Visitor Information Centre by 4:00pm on Wednesday 12 November.

Wishing you a wonderful fortnight ahead. 

Chiltern Visitor Information Centre Team

Chiltern Artist Collective Art Exhibition 

Chiltern Courthouse
58-60 Main Street, Chiltern
Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 November
10:00am - 4:00pm

The Chiltern Artist Collective returns with an inspiring Art Exhibition at the historic Chiltern Courthouse this weekend. Visitors can explore and purchase a wide range of artworks including paintings, ceramics, metal sculptures, photography and more.

Fourteen History Panels, depicting Law and Order in the Chiltern District, will also be on display.  The historic gaol behind the courthouse will be open for viewing and storytelling. 

A Grand Opening will be held on Friday 31 October at 7:00pm, with drinks and nibbles provided.

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