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TAS
The Flinders Wharf Flinders Island’s finest eatery has endless views over the wild and woolly waters of Bass Strait. From wallaby schnitzels to roasted flathead, chefs Mikey Yeo and Ronan Sherry have curated a seasonal menu that celebrates the island’s fresh seafood and produce. (See page 130 for more from Flinders.) onislandtime.com.au/wharf
WA
Gourmet Escape, Nov 17-21
Now in its eighth year, the Western Australia Gourmet Escape is a foodie paradise featuring 30 food-focused events across five days, all set against the backdrop of idyllic locations including the Margaret River region, Rottnest Island and Swan Valley. Attendees can glean culinary tips from celebrity chefs such as Curtis Stone, Maggie Beer, Rick Stein and Stephanie Alexander. gourmetescape.com.au
Festival of Country Gardens, Nov 4-7 Taking place over four days, the Festival of Country Gardens invites visitors into 18 of the most beautiful private gardens throughout WA’S south-west. Coinciding with the end of wildflower season, this is a wonderful chance to explore the region during its prime. festivalofcountrygardens.com
VIC
State Rose and Garden Show, Nov 6-7 Victoria’s State Rose and Garden Show is back in bloom this year at Werribee Park. Enjoy a weekend full of food trucks, live music, plant stalls and beautifully curated rose gardens. Don’t miss presentations from some of Australia’s most beloved gardening experts, including Melissa King of
Better Homes and Gardens, florist Rebecca Noble and Gardening Australia’s Jane Edmanson. wyndham.vic.gov.au/ stateroseandgardenshow
Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize, Nov 6-Feb 20, 2022 Head to Geelong Gallery to celebrate 100 years of Australia’s most prestigious art prize. Featuring portraits from the Art Gallery of NSW, libraries, museums, galleries and private collections across Australia and New Zealand, this exhibition charts the fascinating history of The Archibald Prize. geelonggallery.org.au
Springfest Market Sunday, Nov 28 This annual springtime market is held along six kilometres of the Lake Wendouree foreshore in Ballarat. With over 500 stalls offering food, art, craft, fashion, flowers, jewellery and live music, it makes for a lovely day by the lake. ballaratspringfest.com.au
TAS
Artists and Makers of the Huon Art and Away Trail, Nov 5-7
Twenty artists and makers are set to open their studio doors to visitors in Tasmania’s beautiful Huon Valley. The Huon Art and Away Trail offers a rare opportunity to see the workspaces and practices of creatives up close. Support local artists and purchase work directly from their studios, while also exploring the breathtaking natural surrounds. tamohuonvalley. wixsite.com/artandaway
SA
Willunga Almond Blossom Festival, Nov 13-14 Willunga’s pretty parks play host to the annual Almond Blossom Festival. Enjoy almond cake cooking demonstrations, a family fair day, market stalls, live music, fireworks and, of course, marvel at the beautiful almond blossoms. almondblossomfestival.com.au
Kangaroo Island New Shoots Music Festival, Nov 20 This brand-new event was launched to raise money for those affected by the 2020 bushfires, which saw Kangaroo Island’s tourism industry and natural environment decimated. Performers include Killing Heidi, Spiderbait, Angie Mcmahon, Ash Grunwald, Maddy Jane, Tilly Tjala Thomas and Rat Tamango. newshootsmusicfestival.com.au
*All events are subject to change due to COVID-19. Check websites for up-to-date information.