PROJECT OVERVIEW

The Future Events 4 Winchelsea aims to explore ways to grow tourism, support local businesses, and strengthen community connections in Winchelsea.

Forum Outcome Highlights

The Future Event 4 Winchelsea Forum (held in August) brought the community together to share creative ideas for a vibrant calendar of events.

Thank you to all participants, and to our sponsors — Community Bank Winchelsea & District and the Winchelsea Lions — for making this possible.

This snapshot highlights the key themes and ideas.

Highlights by Theme

Food & Wine

• Paddock-to-plate dining, food trucks, Longest Lunch on Bluestone Bridge, rabbit-inspired menus.

Agricultural Fair

• Shearing competitions, wool sports, scone bake-off, dog trials, vintage machinery, country music, bush dances.

Music & Arts

• Live music weekends, opera at Barwon Park, arts & culture biennale, outdoor cinema, art & photography exhibitions.

Heritage & History

• Vintage fashion & machinery, ghost tours, heritage walks, Victorian lunches, Marjorie Lawrence celebrations.

Family & Youth

• Trick or Treat Kidz Fest revival, children’s festivals, Easter events, kite festivals, treasure hunts.

Markets & Makers

• Seasonal markets, artisan showcases, flower show reboot, Otway Harvest Trail event.

Nature & River

• Platypus themes, hiking festivals, river trails, Run Rabbit Run weekend, mountain biking “Coalmine to Coast.”

Specialty Events

• Winchelsea Wedding Expo, masquerade ball, comedy nights, Gothic/Steampunk Festival, “Dunny Festival.”

Closing Note

This is a snapshot of the community’s vision. A full Forum Outcomes Summary and the upcoming Festival & Events Strategy will guide the next steps in bringing these ideas to life.