Pioneers celebrated in talk
The history of Drouin’s pioneers will again be acknowledged as part of Drouin’s Ficifolia Festival.
Baw Baw Shire Councillor Keith Cook will hold a talk to discuss John Sutcliffe, one of the town’s first pioneers, at Drouin Library on Thursday, February 8 from 6.30pm until 8.30pm.
Mr Sutcliffe started searching for gold in Crossover in 1865 and eventually set up a series of hotels in Crossover, Drouin and Korumburra.
He then became a shire councillor, where he helped with the development of local schools and established a stage coach between the townships of Poowong and Neerim.
To register, visit the website https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/john-sutcliffe-with-cr-keith-cook-tickets38644093524.
Cemetery walks
Following its popularity during previous festivals, the Drouin History Group will again lead tours of the local cemetery in conjunction with Cemetery Trusts.
Tours of the Drouin and Drouin West cemeteries have been planned.
The tour of the Drouin cemetery will take place on Monday, February 5 while the Drouin West cemetery tour will take place on Wednesday, February 7. Both tours will commence at 7pm.
For more information, contact Ellen Burrows on 0407 343 161.
Flora and fauna explored
The flora and fauna of Drouin and District will be explored in a presentation with Peter Ware.
The photographer and bird watcher will share his passion for local flora and fauna.
The presentation will be held at Drouin Library on Tuesday, February 6 at 2.30pm.