Past Event: A Day In The Hills

This event is part sponsored by the Vic Hub, which is supported by the Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund

ABOUT THE EVENT

A Day in the Hills is a feel-good, purpose-led gathering that celebrates rural life, community connection, and wellbeing.

Held in the heart of the Dookie Hills, this event brings together farming families and rural locals for a relaxed day of live music, local food & wine, children’s activities and meaningful chats. At its core, the day out is designed to support mental health and social connection in regional communities by creating a welcoming space and access to practical resources while enjoying time with family and friends.

Pull up a chair and stay awhile.

WHO IS THE EVENT FOR?

A Day in the Hills is for:

• Farmers and farming families

• Rural locals with a connection to agriculture

HOW TO REGISTER?

Click on the link to register, alternatively call Sarah on 0435 757 902.

RURAL COMMUNITY ACCESS (Stage two)
From Monday 15 September – Friday 26th September)
Remaining tickets will be made available to rural community members for purchase.

Ticket Price
Adults: $22 (inc gst)
Kids: Free

What’s on?

Each ticket includes access:

• Lunch: Roaming wood-fired pizzas & canapés by Rye at Tallis

• Kids’ Meals: Lunch packs & desserts

• Kids Zone: Face painting, sensory play, crafts, lawn games, lucky dips and much much more

• Pampering Zone: Mini massages and glow ups by Wellsprings

• Health Hub: Free health checks & wellbeing support

• Equipment Displays: O’Connors, Victoria Police & CFA

• Live Music: Featuring Nigel Parsons

• Local Exhibits: AgBiz Assist, Goulburn Murray Water, Goulburn Murray CMA, Rural Finance

• Goodie bag & Lucky Dip (adults): One per Adult (win vouchers and prizes from our very supportive local businesses)

• Bar: Drinks available for purchase

The event will run rain, hail or shine, with plenty of inside and outdoor undercover spaces.

Event Hosts:

This event is hosted by Fruit Growers Victoria at Rye at Tallis. The event is supported by the Look Over the Farm Gate Community Grant provided by the National Centre for Farmer Health under the Victorian Government’s 2025 Drought Support Package. As well as the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) ‘In a Good Place’ grant program and Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority.

The event has been brought to life thanks to the following Sponsors and Partners:

Major Sponsors:

Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR)
Fruit Growers Victoria
Look over the Farm Gate Community Grant

Community Parters:
O’Connors
Ag Warehouse
Victoria Drought Resilience Adoption & Innovation Hub
Shepparton Club
Rabo Bank
Rye at Tallis
Rye Studio

The event is a low cost ticket so families can attend thanks to the kind support from our Sponsors and Partners.