VICTORIA
Warrnambool Show, Oct 28-31 With free entry for children on ‘Super Saturday’, the Warrnambool Show is sure to be the busiest event in town. Head to the Kids’ Zone for baby animals, a mobile zoo and face painting, plus craft activities and music by Cool 4 Kids. There are plenty of events on offer, including: Strong Men and Women from SW Strength Sports; AUS v NZ Shearing Contest; equestrian events, plus art, floristry, photography and cooking displays. Don’t miss Eljay’s Junk Yard Action Show, filled with wild motorcycle stunts. While you’re there, feast on pizzas, barbecued meats, hot chips, pancakes, ice-cream – and leave room for fresh scones from the CWA team. warrnamboolshow.com.au
Marysville Music Weekend, Oct 14-16 Jazz, Motown, country, blues… a range of Australia’s top entertainers will take to the stage at the Marysville Community Centre Stadium across four concert sessions. The line-up includes: roots duo Pierce Brothers; renowned jazz man James Morrison with his Motown Experience; Ballarat singer-songwriter Freya Josephine Hollick; singer and guitarist Brooke Taylor, plus more. Book tickets online. marysvillemusicweekend.com
ACT
Pairing exceptional local wines with unique artworks, Dirty Janes Canberra will