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The pub is a favourite of motorcycle riders (it's a great place to start or end a ride) who frequent the bistro but the dining room is a nice place for those wanting something more formal... nice thick linen and quality tableware. It's a nice place to eat for those who have been tramping the wineries in the area or having a hit at Flinders Golf Club.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16298 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16054
In addition, there are quite a few competitions where our farmers and country folk can show off the best bull, pig, horse or who can cook the best sponge or grow the best pumpkin.

Sheepdog and poultry competitions are favourites. City kids also have a chance to see new lambs or piglets or chooks. There are enough circus rides, face painting areas and handicraft stalls to keep everyone happy.

Adults have flamenco, hip hop, capoeira performers, belly dancers and others to keep them entertained.

And of course, there are fireworks at night. Everyone should go and don't forget to grab a ShowBag.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/16054 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15974
Cafè Callooh is a new cafè in Hampton with an unusual interior, great coffee and snacks. Soup of the day and other eats are great. Kid-friendly too. Tucked away from the main part of Hampton's High street, Cafè Callooh is well worth a visit! Enjoy the wall writing....]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/15974 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14315
The 'footy' is aussie speak for football, which is played under the rules of the Australian Football League.

However, this football is like no other on earth. It is uniquely Australian and uses some of the skill sets from Gaelic football (but not use of their round ball), some of the tackling skills of the two rugby codes and the use of the oval Rugby ball but none of the hassles of 'offside', 'own goal', or 'handball' which taint the rules of soccer.

It is a 'winter' game played by both sexes and is very much a sport where the entire family can attend and barrack for their favourite team (or player). It is a game with history going back to the early 1850s and with its rules and first clubs pre-dating even the setup of other major football codes. Some of the rules even relate to age-old aboriginal sports which featured jumping to catch a ball made of possum fur, today reflected in the rules related to 'overhead marking'

Our great game results in a Grand Final (after 22 matches between 16 national teams) traditionally held on the last Saturday in September.

The rules? Too many and complex to list here so I suggest a visit to the AFL website or, if in Melbourne between March and September, go to the footy! It's a Melbourne institution!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/14315 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13572 although today it fronts as a pub with decent food, kid-friendly even for those with ankle biters or rugrats who want a meal out and, of course, it has the obligatory pokies and TAB. Oh, and a decent wine list in the dining room.

The history bit? The Boundary pub gets its name from being on East Boundary Rd which gets its name from being the former east boundary of a large farming estate (back in the 1880s through to the 1920s)

Take the kids (leave them in the playroom) and have a meal or play the pokies.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13572 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13517
Having a lazy lunch in the fancy class restaurant overlooking the valley is a great way to spend a Sunday. The Wheelers is a fave with locals. And did I mention the views too?]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13517 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13456
It's been there for about 50 years and thrives with families going there for a great night out.

The food? A huge variety of seafood, meats, side dishes, hot and cold. The freshly made pancakes are a favourite for desert, with cream of course!

The music and entertainment? Bavarian with something for all the family.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13456 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12438 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12438 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11549
Over the years, speakers (including Prime Ministers) have gathered on the banks of the Yarra river to discuss politics (brave!). In 1995, the tradition was relocated to the forecourt. If you have something you think needs to be heard, the stage is yours between 2.30pm and 5.30pm every Sunday. The audience gets to heckle and boo for free.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11549 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11147 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/11147 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10996 I might add, nightime at the zoo is NOISY!
Breakfast is served next morning before more walks around the zoo.
This is simply a wonderful activity that has to be experienced.

For adults and families with children 7+]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10996 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10829 Take the kids!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10829 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10604
The servings are typically huge, the service prompt and cheery, all at reasonable prices. Enjoy!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/10604 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9970 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9970 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9969 THE Ashes test match to attend is the one traditionally starting on Boxing Day at the 'G'. The MCG is the Australian home of Test cricket and the Boxing Day Test match has been there for more than 50 years.

However, this is more than just a cricket match, it's a sporting and cultural event Melbourne is proud to showcase to the world. There is something for everyone if cricket isn't your thing such as: Family Day, KidsZone, Merv's Walk to the G, Ladies Day...so go to the G on Boxing Day.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9969 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9656 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9656