Join in for a few circuits of Lake Marma to get loaded with colour! Come at 9.30am for a quick brekky and start the run (or walk!) at 10am. Four colour stations will be set up to explode colour on participants and a DJ will be in attendance to further entertain the crowd.
Come and join in the fun!
*Note: Daylight Savings Time will apply for Sunday!*
Come and explore the recently renovated Railway Station and take in the wonderful railway exhibition.
Within the circular walls of the 1886 Railway Water Tower are three floors include the famous James Hill taxidermy collection of over 500 birds and other fauna of national importance.
Concordia Cottage is the last remaining section of the original Lutheran Concordia College established at Murtoa in the 1890s. It holds interesting local historical material.
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The Nationally Heritage listed site will be open for inspection over the three days of Murtoa’s Big Weekend. This monumental structure is the largest timber-framed structure still standing in Victoria and is fundamental to Victoria and Australia’s cultural identity. It is an enduring testament to iconic Australian bush ingenuity and a symbol of the growth and strength of the Australian grains industry. Immense in size, the Stick Shed spans the length of five Olympic swimming pools and has been dubbed the ‘Cathedral of the Wimmera’.
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Departing The Stick Shed, aboard a bus to gain a farmer’s insights of the local farming district.
This display of antique engines and related artefacts is another huge attraction.
Included in the impressive museum are four massive single piston Richard-Hornsby engines dating back to 1910 which are believed to be the only set of four remaining on their original footings in the world. An additional display of Single Cylinder Engine Tractors are a major drawcard. Watching them run is a truly unforgettable experience and the Sumpoilers have added a wonderful array of other engines, allied items and artefacts to the display from their own collections.
Be amazed with blacksmithing demonstrations. Not to be missed!
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Sunday morning extends a warm welcome to visitors to attend an Ecumenical Service, followed by a Luncheon in the Supper Room.
After checking out the amazing Stick Shed, hop aboard the bus for an unforgettable tour of the fabulous Yarriambiack Silo artworks of Rupanyup, Sheep Hills and Brim.
Please note that ‘tag-along’ self-drive is welcome to accompany the bus tour.