What’s on this weekend

By Taylah Baker

Mar 2, 2023

Welcoming the start of a new month is an exciting time. Like a mini new years, it feels fresh, innovative and potentially life-changing. Not sure how to get off on the right foot with March? Take a look at the suggestions below.

FRIDAY

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Author Talk - Caroline Beecham

Bestselling novelist, writer and producer Caroline Beecham is visiting the Shepparton Library tonight for one night only. At 6pm, the author will discuss Esther’s Children, her new historical fiction novel inspired by WWII hero Esther Simpson. Bookings preferred: Phone 1300 374 765 or email shepparton@gvlibraries.com.au

Cost: Free

Location: Shepparton Library

SATURDAY

Shepparton Militaria and Collectables Expo

The Northern Victorian Arms Collectors Guild will be conducting its annual Shepparton Militaria and Collectables Expo this Saturday and Sunday.

The highly anticipated weekend enables people in the region to buy, swap and sell items of their collecting and historical interest, including coins, medals, ammo and more. Saturday will run from 9am to 5pm, while Sunday will finish at the earlier time of 3.30pm.

Cost: $10 adults. Children under 16 with an adult are free

Location: McIntosh Centre, Thompson St, Shepparton Showgrounds Complex

**Throwing daggers:** Nyngan's Ray Burt at a previous Shepparton Militaria and Collectables Expo. Photo by Ed McLeish

The Secret Garden Gigs Tour – Numurkah

Continuing on their mini tour, the Secret Garden Gigs are on their way to the small town of Numurkah. Where about? I don’t know. Who’s playing? Your guess is as good as mine. What I can say is if past SGG events are of any indication, the event will be nothing if not magical. Tickets available: https://www.thesecretgardengigs.com/tickets

Cost: General admission $45

Location: That’s one secret they’ll tell the morning of!

**Magic:** The audience at a previous Secret Garden Gigs Tour. Photo by Lingy’s Photography

SUNDAY

Clean Up Australia Day with RiverConnect

Come along to Clean Up Australia Day and contribute to a more sustainable future for Greater Shepparton. From 9am to 11am, RiverConnect invites all community members to help clean up the Australian Botanic Gardens in Shepparton. All protective equipment is provided and some yummy fruit will be available for all hard workers. Registrations required via: https://events.humanitix.com/clean-up-australia-day-with-riverconnect

Cost: Free

Location: Australian Botanic Gardens, Shepparton

**Environmentally-friendly:** Lactalis staff across the globe, including Australia, took part in activities to support World Clean Up Day in 2022.

TatFest 2023

After a long-awaited hiatus, TatFest returns to Mactier Gardens in Tatura. The family-fun day will kick off at 10am and conclude at 4pm. For the kids there’ll be the Tiny Tails petting zoo, face painting, train rides, a bouncing castle, pedal cars and more. Other attractions include live music, demonstrations from emergency services, and food and market stalls.

Cost: Free entry

Location: Mactier Gardens, Tatura

**Blast from the past:** Sarah De Leeuw with her sons Max, 2, and Tyler, 5, enjoying themselves at TatFest. Photo by Ed McLeish

Emerald Bank Community Market

On the first and third Sunday of the month, Emerald Bank connects the region’s finest growers and producers with consumers. From 8.30am to 1.30pm, locals can check out the quality food, crafts and giftware galore the GV has to offer.

Cost: Free entry

Location: Emerald Bank Leisure Land, Kialla

**Crafty:** Cherry Bomb Candles by Nikita Marks at a previous Emerald Bank market. Photo by Megan Fisher

Numurkah Fun Run

If it’s got fun in the name, you can’t lose! Entering its 14th year, Numurkah Fun Run’s all-ages event is enjoyed annually by walkers, runners, children, seniors and the elite. Events include the kids 1K and 2K run, and a 5K or 10K run for the adults. There’ll also be activities, prizes and a barbecue at the finish line. Online entry available.

Cost: $40 Adult (singlet included), $10 under 16 and primary school (can purchase a singlet for additional $30).

Location: St Joseph’s Primary School, Numurkah