What's On August 2010
Welcome to Mildura
The Mildura region is renowned for its big skies, rich earth and welcoming locals. Experience respected wine and bountiful local produce that is chosen in the preparation of great food served up at quality restaurants and available at markets, eateries and cellar doors. Discover breathtaking natural beauty, Mediterranean climate and fascinating local histories, stay overnight in comfortable accommodation at pubs, resorts, golf clubs and historic hotels. All of this is located near the region's life source - the wide, ceaselessly flowing Murray. It starts with the river.
Bookings
Wintersun Festival 13-16 August
Today's music aint got the same soul, I like that old time rock ‘n' roll...
Rock legends of the 50's and 60's come alive with dancing in the streets and venues from 13-16 August. Hot Rods and vintage car displays and more. Phone 03 5018 8380 for more information.
Tour Of The Murray And The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph August 29 - Sept 5
This eight-day road cycling race starts in Echuca on August 29 and the riders travel the 908kms by the beautiful Murray River before arriving in Mildura on September 5. On their way to Mildura the riders stop off in Ouyen for a vanilla slice and entertainment at the famous Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph on September 3. Contact 03 5018 8380 for more information.
Business Spotlight
Mildura Brewery shines at Australian International Beer Awards
Mildura Brewery was awarded three silver medals at the recent Australian International Beer Awards for their Desert Premium Larger, Murray Honey Wheat and Stefano's Pilsner. They were also awarded a bronze medal for the Mallee Bull. According to the judges guidelines a silver medal beer is an excellent product that displays the correct balance of taste, aroma and appearance of the style and a high level of technical merit. Located in the old Astor Theatre on Langtree Avenue, visitors can sample all of their locally brewed beers with a tasting tray.
Feast Street adds more indulgence to it's menu
Mildura's Langtree Avenue, known as Feast Street by locals, has a fine reputation for its restaurants serving up indulgence on a plate & it's newest resident; Endota Spa Mildura is sure to add to the indulgence menu. Fantastically appointed with five warm treatment rooms plus a relaxation room and pedicure room. Soak up certified organic skincare, facials and body treatments or experience a muscle-melting massage just moments away from the Murray River.
It's official - Mildura has the best steak restaurant in Australia!
Mildura's renowned restaurant, The New Spanish Bar & Grill has been voted the best steak restaurant in Australia. Having taken the title of Victoria's best steak restaurant for the second time in three years, we are thrilled to announce the national title. Independently and secretly judged by the Restaurant & Catering National Awards for Excellence.