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Category Archives: What’s On
Upwey Archies 2021
The Upwey Archies are back for 2021, with local aspiring artists to have their work publicly displayed in the Upwey Main Street shops. Continue reading
Foothills Art Trail
Something is coming to Ferntree Gully Village! As you wander around the Ferntree Gully village shopping areas, you’ll notice something new – the Ferntree Gully Arts Society are excited to announce “The Foothills Art Trail” – a project to put … Continue reading
Glow in the Dark Bocce Ball Fundraiser
Where: Knox Italian Club – 99 Karoo Rd, Rowville When: Friday 2 July, time 7pm – 9pm Cost: Gold Coins donation for bocce courts fees It’s on again! Want to have some fun in an exciting new way? Melbourne Eastern … Continue reading
Puffing Billy commemorates ANZAC Day
Emerald Dawn Service On Sunday, April 25, 2021, the hills community and Puffing Billy Railway will honour the service and sacrifice of veterans who served in defence of the country, and those who continue to serve today, at an early … Continue reading
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ANZAC Day 2021 – Reflect and Remember This Autumn
With ANZAC Day coming up, why not plan a walk along the Kokoda Memorial Track in the Dandenong Ranges National Park? The Kokoda Memorial Track, also known as the 1000 steps, has re-opened as a one-way loop with walkers returning … Continue reading
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ANZAC Day Services 2021
Where: Knox War Memorial, Tim Neville Arboretum When: Sunday April 25th, Service starts 10am ANZAC Day 25 April, will forever be marked as part of Australian history. This year the members of the Peace and Loyalty Masonic Lodge No 261 … Continue reading
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Ferntree Gully Village Food Trail 2021
When: 26th March – 18th April The Ferntree Gully Food Trail around the Village shops gives everyone an opportunityto extend shopping habits, try out a new taste, a new takeaway, a coffee spot, bakery or bar. Funded by Knox … Continue reading
Full steam ahead as Thomas the Tank returns to Puffing Billy
Puffing Billy is thrilled to announce that Thomas and Friends are back for more adventures this March and April, for the highly anticipated return of a Day out With Thomas at Puffing Billy’s Gembrook station. The whole family can enjoy … Continue reading
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‘Gully Group’ Indian Charities Fundraiser
For over a decade the Gully Group and their many friends, including readers of the FTG News, have supported two Indian charities in their aim to provide education and health care. The funds have provided wages for tutors. They have … Continue reading
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Knox Festival cancelled for 2021
The annual Knox Festival will not proceed in 2021, due to continued restrictions and challenges facing large public events as a result of COVID-19. Knox City Council determined that for the safety and wellbeing of the community, holding a free-roaming … Continue reading
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