There are plenty of things going on in the East Gippsland region – and there’s something for everyone.
BEMM RIVER
The 2024 Purvis Cup will be conducted on Saturday, October 19 at Bemm River. The event pits the Bemm River Angling Club against the Marlo Angling Club. The event celebrates 88 years of commercial free fishing at Bemm River and honours Jack Purvis who stopped the commercial fishing that would have destroyed the sustainability of the river.
CANN RIVER
The Cann Valley Photography group has done a wonderful job setting up the Monaro Centre for the photography contest and exhibition. The centre is open from 11am until 3pm daily and until the close of business on Saturday, punters are encouraged to come and view the entries and vote for your favourite.
MARLO
Marlo Angling Club will be offering up roast dinner and dessert at the clubhouse this Friday night from 6pm.
ORBOST
Orbost Neighbourhood House will host pottery workshops on October 14 and 28 at the house from 5.30-7.30pm.
Orbost Exhibition Centre Gala will be held this Saturday night at the exhibition centre celebrating 20 wonderful years of art, culture, and community. This milestone event promises a night of delicious food, drinks, and live music as patrons reflect on the last two decades and unveil an exciting new look for the next 20 years. Event highlights will include: Live music and an active dance floor as the night marches on; Photo wall and professional photographer available for photos (6.30-8pm); Silent suction with exclusive items up for bid.
Orbost Neighbourhood House will host a legal knowledge training workshop on Wednesday, October 23, between 12-4pm. The information session provides free legal knowledge training and family support service referral information for bush nurses, allied health professionals, frontline workers and community advocates working in East Gippsland locations. The session is catered, and information will be delivered by legal experts from the Gippsland Community Legal Service and Gippsland Family Law Pathways Network, and is funded by the Victoria Law Foundation.
Jarrah’s Journey Ball will be held at the Orbost Club Hotel on November 9, with Ryan Shore and Jaime Spicer supplying the music.
