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Whether heading out for a quiet one at the bar or looking to celebrate with a big night, having discounted drinks can save the bank account some hurt.
Star of the South is set to provide 2.2GW of electricity, which is enough to power 1.2 million Victorian homes.
From a local brass band marching through the street to a town hall filled with extravagant home-made warmers, the biennial event was a wholesome day of fun.
“I've got solar and a battery at home, so it costs me about $5 over summer to do 1,000 kilometres.”
“Traditionally, they used to use pigs. But pigs can eat the truffles and they're hard to train, also they can eat your fingers.”
From acoustic community groups and choirs to multi-instrumentalist bands and folk singer-songwriters, there’s heaps of shows to choose from.
The Monitor put Cowes locals to the test.
Plus: Who was Phillip Island named after?
Plus: Gippsland’s best playgrounds.
Keeping the kids entertained over the weekends and school holidays can require some creative thinking.
From winter festivals and stand-up comedy to true crime events and fitness challenges, here’s the Monitor’s list of events this month.
Whether your kids enjoy sliding, sandpits, flying foxes or climbing walls, there are plenty of spots around the region to keep them active and entertained.