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The magic of markets

There is a special buzz that fills the air on market day in Talbot. It starts at dawn, as cars and trailers roll into the tiny town. Scandinavia Crescent is transformed once more to a thriving commercial centre as marquees are pitched, tables...

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14 Mar 2024
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Market Magic

The tiny town of Talbot comes alive this Sunday at the Talbot Farmers Market (TFM). Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, TFM has set the standard for similar markets throughout the state. With the emphasis on seasonal produce from local...

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18 Jan 2024
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Travelling with your dog

Wander through 1.7 kilometres of stunning wattle, box-ironbark and surrounding forest. This tranquil walk showcases birdlife and animals in their natural habitat. Dogs (on lead) are welcome to join their owners on the Saturday morning Goldfields...

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08 Dec 2023
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Mrs Baker’s Gin

Just 45 minutes from Maryborough, located in the quiet hamlet of Glenpatrick, Mrs Baker’s Still House is a must visit for all lovers of gin and liqueurs. Surrounded by stunning views of the Pyrenees Ranges, the small batch distillery and cellar...

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08 Dec 2023
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Sustainable living

The Bendigo Sustainability Festival is on again on March 26. As well as more than 40 stall holders, special guest Sophie Thomson, from ABC’s Gardening Australia, will share her passion for sustainable gardening. Through her writing, TV appearances...

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02 Mar 2023
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Take a trip to Talbot

Many visitors to central Victoria love the chance to explore the tiny towns dotted throughout the goldfields. With historic buildings, galleries, eclectic shops and unique cafes and eateries, there is something for foodies, art lovers and those...

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06 Dec 2022
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Living history

Half-way between Ballarat and Maryborough is the historic township of Clunes. Clunes was the site of Victoria’s first gold strike in 1851 which led to a gold rush which swept through central Victoria, resulting in a massive population boost for the...

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06 Dec 2022
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Swap meet returns to Talbot

For the past 21 years, Talbot Swap with the Lot has been a regular fixture on the calendar for lovers of all things collectable. Held at the Talbot Football Ground on the last Sunday of October, the event sees approximately 300 stall holders and...

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01 Sep 2022
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Take the trail this spring

The Pyrenees is a region well known for its great produce. Now visitors can drive through the region at their leisure and let the love affair with wine, fresh produce and art and crafts reveal itself. Initiated by the Beaufort Progress Association...

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01 Sep 2022
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Hidden delights in the Pyrenees

Spring in the Pyrenees is the ideal place to end your winter hibernation and reconnect with friends, nature, good food, wine and wide-open spaces. Pack the car and hit the quiet country roads on a discovery of vineyards, cellar doors and stunning...

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01 Sep 2022
Markets

Sweet spot for Talbot.

The return of Sunday markets to the region is a positive sign that Covid lockdowns are well and truly behind us. For stall holders such as Greta Donaldson from Bendigo Brittle, markets represent more than just the chance to sell her wares. The...

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30 Nov 2021
Accommodation

Talbot charm

SET in the gardens of an 1860s double storey bluestone hotel, Chesterfield House B&B Cottages offer value, comfort and convenience for an individual stay or group booking. Located in the heart of this tiny historic town, there are five queen...

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01 Sep 2021
Events and Festivals

Wine, food and fun across the Pyrenees

Day trips and weekend stays in the Pyrenees offer a relaxing and indulgent break. This award-winning wine region is under recognised for the exceptional quality of it’s vineyards. Paired with events such as the Blue Pyrenees Avoca Cup, we can...

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01 Sep 2021
Markets

To market, to market

MARKETS Carisbrook Town Hall Market Bucknall Street, Carisbrook 9am–4pm, 2nd and last Sunday Castlemaine Farmers Market Maxi IGA Carpark, Castlemaine 9am–1pm, 1st Sunday Clunes Market Fraser Street, Clunes 9am – 2pm, 2nd Sunday Daylesford...

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07 Jun 2021
Antiques

Bottles on show

With up to 75 stall holders, the Maryborough Antique Bottle Club’s annual show will host a vast range of bottles and collectables dating from the late-1700s up to the 1980s Steve Greenwood is one of the organisers of this year’s event. Now in...

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07 Jun 2021
Antiques

Trinkets and Treasures

We have included a few new traders on our trail for winter, and updated contact details and opening times.

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19 May 2021
Markets

Baa baa blankets, beanies and booties

For Lexton sheep farmers Rebecca and Rod McErvale, the Talbot Farmers Market is the perfect opportunity to meet their customers face-to-face. “We’ve been doing markets now for 10 years, it’s one of the best parts of what we do,” Rebecc...

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16 Apr 2021
Markets

Markets are back

Talbot After a year many of us want to forget, the Talbot Farmers’ Market and the Talbot Town Hall Market are thrilled to be up and running again. Described as one of the top ten regional markets in Victoria, between 9am to 1pm on the third Sunday...

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12 Mar 2021