2008 marks 100 years since the first publication of Kenneth Grahame's classic tale "The Wind in the Willows".
Spectrum Theatre Group Inc in association with The Australian Script Centre is delighted to present this outdoor theatre adaptation by Tasmanian playwright Les Winspear.
This summer holiday family event will be held at Mandeni Family Fun Park Sapphire Coast Drive, 6km north of Merimbula.
2008 marks the 100th anniversary of the publication of Kenneth Grahame's classic book. With a delightful script adapted by Tasmanian playwright Les Winspear, Spectrum Theatre Group Inc is planning to perform the show outdoors at Mandeni Family Fun Park on Sapphire Coast Drive, Merimbula in December and January.
Watch Mole, Ratty, Toad, Badger and Otter messing about on boats, in motor cars, escaping from gaol and chasing weasels!
Bring a cushion or blanket to sit on as we follow the characters around the beautiful parkland at Mandeni on their adventures. This show is a treat for all ages - there is something for everyone.
Bookings open November. Enquiries Lis Shelley 6495 7160.
Merimbula-Heart of the Sapphire Coast
The Magic begins with a first glimpse of Merimbula's beaches, brilliant beneath the bright sunshine.Lagoon, lakes and ocean are separated by white sand, and fringed by unspoilt bushland stretching up into the mountains.Boats head out of Merimbula Bar to explore the stunning coastline or enjoy abundant fishing. The lure of swimming, surfing, wave sailing, canoeing, diving, bushwalking, exploring beckons - all so close to the mediterranean setting that is Merimbula.
Surrounded by Sapphire Coast seafoods, restaurants create their own style of flavours from fresh local produce.Strolling along the picturesque esplanade or intriguing alleys that make Merimbula so special is the start of an adventure in food discovery that takes some beating. Take you pick from first class cafes, restaurants and clubs, featuring cosmopolitan menus.Main Beach has five kilometres to surf, fish or stroll, while Short Point and Tura Beach are pristine with tea trees forming an intricate web of growth among flowering heaths and banksia trees.Bush, heathland and forest provide habitat for our precious native animals.
The walking opportunities are endless ranging from short walks around the town to walks through the coastal bushland from beach to beach.Experience Merimbula by air on a scenic joy flight or enjoy the magical experience of whale watching from September - November when whales bask in our southern waters. With seals, penguins and dolphins being frequent visitors to our magnificent coastline.
When the surf's up, the boards and the bodies are a sparkling blend of bronze and white water, whilst the seemingly endless beaches provide the perfect getaway on golden sands.Merimbula has your perfect picnic spot with views that will take your breath away.Enjoy lunch where only sea birds will be your guests.
Make the most of the coastal walks dotted all around Merimbula from Rotary Walk to Fishpen, or head north to Bournda National Park with its coastal lagoons and intricate chain of walking trails which weave their way around this picturesque coastal park.Let the bands play! In June, it's Jazz Festival weekend when Merimbula becomes the Mecca for musicians from the mountains to the sea.
With the local Merimbula's communities help we are going to try to make a little section on the news and views of the people in Merimbula. With your help we could make a resource that rivals the local! Wouldn't be that hard would it!
Do you have something you want to tell the local community about? An opinion, a whinge, perhaps some praise? Tell us, attach your article on the contact form on this page! Get to it, what is happening in 'your Merimbula?
02/08/08
National Landscapes bid moves ahead
The South East Coastal Wilderness National Landscapes Project was on track after recent meetings by the Steering Committee said MACCAT Secretary Barry Harrison this week. Mr. Harrison said that he along with Executive Member Tony Ingram & President Don Smith had been consulting closely with Senior Ranger Robyn Kesby [National Parks & Wildlife] on
