Explore the Omeo Region to discover this
beautiful area. Visit the towns of Omeo, one of the most
lawless goldfield towns back in the gold rush days, and
the historic buildings. Benambra set on the Omeo High
Plains, with rolling hills and the ‘Brothers & Sisters’
mountainous backdrop. Swifts Creek with its rich history
in gold & Ensay set on the beautiful Tambo River &
Little River The region provides a fantastic retreat
from city life, with all of the quintessential
characteristics of the Australian bush; the dawn chorus,
forests of eucalypts, and of course a rich agricultural
history and community.
Omeo Region
May Events
Great Alpine Gallery Exhibition
Saturday 3rd May, 2008
Time: 10:00 am
An exhibition of local artists inspired by the high country & hidden valleys; art, craft, photography, paintings, woodwork, natural fibres & garments, local products, produce and wine tasting. Part of "East Gippsland on Show" festival
Venue: Great Alpine Rd, Great Alpine Gallery, Swifts Creek
Contact: Deidre Jack
Phone: 03 51594 335
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Great Alpine Gallery Café Concert Series -
Dev'lish Mary
Sunday 18th May, 2008
Time: 7:30 pm
"Dev'lish Mary" four young women whom are old time and western swing junkies from way back. Playing lively and energetic hillbilly and American roots music. Entry $25.00. Conces $20.00. Under 16 FREE.
Venue: Great Alpine Rd, Great Alpine Gallery, Swifts Creek
Contact: John Butler
Phone: 03 5159 4445
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Omeo Region Local Produce Market
Saturday 31st May, 2008
Time: 9:00 am
A selection of local stalls offering delicious delights such as homemade smoke trout pate & homous, local jams, preserves and sauces, local woolen yarn and products, local honey, homemade breads, soups & handmade paper etc. New Stall Holders Welcome
Yes, the weather is starting to cool down but….
The Omeo Region is HOTTING up
for a fantastic long weekend ..its Ski opening weekend! Heaps of fun events for the whole family. Saturday local stalls, jumping castle, kids activities, blade shearing, Xmas light show, face painting & music. Sunday its the Lawnmower Races. Further details to be confirmed, please call for further details
Venue: Omeo & Swifts Creek
Contact: Trudy Anderson
Phone: 0428 599 250
Lawnmower Races
Sunday 8th Jun, 2008
Time: 10:00 am
Exciting lawnmower races using in a range of categories ranging from standard "putt-putts" to 400cc engines. Kids activities, jumping castle and loads of fun.
Venue: Tambo Valley Race Course, Great Alpine Rd, Swifts Creek
Contact: Glenn Neville
Phone: 03 5159 4493
Omeo Region Local Produce Market
Saturday 28th Jun, 2008
Time: 9:00 am
A selection of local stalls offering delicious delights such as homemade smoke trout pate & homous, local jams, preserves and sauces, local woolen yarn and products, local honey, homemade breads, soups & handmade paper etc. New Stall Holders Welcome
Venue: Colonial Motel Gardens, Day Ave, Omeo
Contact: Lyn Cohen
Phone: 0351 591400
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