Murrindindi Shire Council  invites you to a Public Information Night  about Queensland Fruit Fly and its potential impact on both our commercial fruit and vegetable growers, and own backyard fruit and vegetable patches. When: 5.30pm Thursday 22 February 2018 Where: Yea Shire Hall Queensland Fruit Fly (QFF) experts attending:  • Cathy Mansfield, Agriculture Victoria’s Statewide Fruit Fly Program Coordinator.  • Megan Hill, Agriculture Victoria’s  Senior Project Officer  • Bronwyn Koll, Agribusiness Yarra Valley’s Queensland Fruit Fly Coordinator. Please come along and find out what you can do to protect your home grown produce and that of our commercial growers. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided.  More information contact Sue McNair—(03) 5772 0702

"Thank You Fireys" A Day to Thank our Fire Fighters Courtesy: http://www.nationalredballoonday.org/about.html This event was inspired by a similar event in Geelong, Victoria, in early 2014 where Bendigo woman, Jody Hardiman thought to take this initiative nationwide and annually, so she created an event on Facebook for “National Red Balloon Day” with the aim to honour and thank our brave and courageous fire fighters Australia wide. The idea is simple, fly a 'Thank You Fireys©' balloon from your letterbox, fence or business window on 28th February (the last official day of Summer in Australia), to let our fire fighters know just how much we appreciate their dedication, hard work and tireless efforts in protecting our lives, our homes and our communities throughout the year. Often our fire fighters (both professional and volunteers) leave their family, home or community to help protect our homes and families.

Longwood Beer, Wine & Cider Festival  -- Saturday March 3 Longwood Recreation Reserve, Down St, Longwood. This exciting new outdoor event will showcase a selection of craft breweries, local wineries and cider makers. Food stalls from local community groups and small businesses will feature as well as lawn games for the young and old and some great live music to listen to in our “beer garden”. Main acts are Benny Walker and Tom Richardson, plus some local talent. The festival runs from 2pm - 9pm, with courtesy buses available from advertised locations - let us know if you have a large group and we can add a pickup (small fee involved). No BYO Alcohol. No Pets. Feel free to bring your picnic rug or comfy chair. Pre-sale tickets: $25/Adult - $35 at the gate (Under 18s Free) Jump on our website or Facebook page to purchase tickets or for more details. www.longwoodfortheloveofale.com.au

TERIP TERIP TRIVIA NIGHT  at Terip Rec. Reserve Come along and have a GREAT night out testing your local knowledge! Tickets are $10, please bring a plate for supper. Contact Robyn 0407 358191 or Hayley 0408 577393