Budgeree Hall

13/08/2025

Monash Medical Orchestra and Jazz Band back in the Valley - SAVE THE DATE!
Budgeree Hall Friday September 19 at 2pm

09/08/2025

Bonfire & Trees – Farmers’ Night
What a terrific night it was! The bonfire was glowing, and farmers along with friends of farmers gathered for an evening filled with laughter, banter, and shared stories.

We learned so much about farm trees and why they are such an important part of a successful farm strategy. There was also plenty of talk about the green drought we’re experiencing. Matt shared that a local farm, which has rainfall records dating back to 1903, has recorded just 224mm Jan-Jun this year – making it the second driest year on record. The driest was 2007, with only 191mm, which is devastating when our average annual rainfall should be close to 950mm.

A delicious traditional country dinner topped off the night perfectly.

A huge thank you to:
🌾 Valley Farmers – for coming along and joining the fun
💡 Matt Lloyd – for the brilliant idea and sharing local insights
🍽 Budgeree Hall Committee – for the mouth-watering catering and beautiful venue
🌳 Landcare Yinnar & Yinnar South – for such an engaging and informative talk on trees
🎟 Latrobe City Council – for providing tree vouchers for our lucky raffle winners
💐Blooms on the Hill for the donation of the flowers.
❤️ Over the Farm Gate – Centre for Farmers’ Health – as part if the 2025 dought support package for the grant that made this event possible

A warm fire, great food, important conversations, and even better company – a night to remember.

24/07/2025

We are very excited to be co-hosting with Valley Farmers, a very special night of bonfires,trees and a traditional Budgeree Hall dinner.

This free event for farmers, their families, and members of farming communities is funded by the Budgeree Hall’s Look over the farm gate grant, provided by the National Centre for Farmer Health

As Matt from Valley Farmers said “we know when farmers come together to share knowledge, skills, ideas and resources everyone benefits”.
If you are interested bookings are essential text or call Matt on
0400 385 614 or
https://tinyurl.com/4fhz8pab

For more amazing farming ideas and events, follow the Valley Farmer Facebook Group/Event: https://fb.me/2eJN7OwNudKJEyxo

26/06/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we say a final farewell to Geoff Owen, a much-loved member of the Budgeree and Boolarra communities, who passed away on Monday, June 23 at Latrobe Regional Hospital.

Geoff had a deep connection to Budgeree — having attended the local school in the 1970s and 80s, he remained dedicated to the place throughout his life. He was often seen caring for the hall and school grounds, always lending a hand and keeping the spirit of the community alive.

Geoff will be fondly remembered for his warm nature, his generosity, and his love for the open road — especially behind the wheel of a big truck.

Our thoughts are with his partner Paige, daughter Penny, parents Edgar and Edith, siblings Maree, Cheryl and Gary, and all extended family and friends who share in this loss.

Farewell, Geoff — may your final truck ride be smooth and endless.

OWEN -The funeral service for Geoffrey Owen will be held at the Rose Chapel, Gippsland Memorial Park, Cemetery Rd Traralgon, on Wednesday 2nd July 2025, commencing at 11am.
Following this service the funeral will proceed to the Hazelwood Cemetery. 🪴
This service will also be live-streamed.
Please click on link below to watch.

https://gippslandmemorialpark.com/live-stream-client/?nid=88bfa9c2-25a3-4555-ac60-9916ed3c3698

22/06/2025

🎶 What a Wonderful Afternoon! 🎶

We had a fantastic time this afternoon with around 50 people gathering at Budgeree Hall to enjoy the Yallourn Madrigal Singers’ Mid-Year Concert.

The audience was treated to a delightful mix of fun songs, stunning harmonies, instrumental pieces, and even some beautifully delivered poetry recitals. The talent and variety made for a truly memorable performance.

As always, the afternoon was topped off with a traditional Budgeree Hall afternoon tea, shared in great company and warm community spirit.

A big thank you to everyone who came along — your support helps keep live music and local events thriving in our little corner of the world!

18/06/2025

🎶 Reminder! The Concert is This Sunday! 🎶

Don’t forget — the Yallourn Madrigal Singers are bringing their Mid-Year Concert to Budgeree Hall this Sunday, June 22 at 2:00 PM!

💰 Entry is just a gold coin donation and includes a classic Budgeree Hall afternoon tea!

✨ Enjoy the stunning vocal harmonies of madrigal singing — a beautiful a ca****la tradition from the Renaissance period, full of rich texture and expressive sound.

We’re especially proud that our own Amber Rhodes will be starring in the performance — a wonderful opportunity to support local talent!

🎶 No need to book — just come along, bring a friend, and enjoy a heartwarming afternoon of music.

09/05/2025

🎶 **Save the Date!** 🎶

We’re thrilled to announce that the **Yallourn Madrigal Singers** will be performing their **Mid-Year Concert** right here at **Budgeree Hall**!

🗓 Sunday, June 22
🕑 2:00 PM
💰 Gold coin donation entry (includes a traditional Budgeree Hall afternoon tea!)

✨ This special afternoon will feature the incredible harmonies and vocal artistry of madrigal singing — a beautiful, expressive form of Renaissance music performed in rich a ca****la style. It’s a musical experience not to be missed!

We’re especially proud to share that the performance stars our very own Amber Rhodes — come along and support this amazing local talent!

Bring your friends, enjoy the music, and soak up the warm community spirit. See you there! No need to book, just come along.

Also for those of you who have loved the performance's of the Monash Medical Orchestra they will be performing again at the Budgeree Hall on Friday September 19 at 2pm. ✨

The hills are alive with the sound of music 🎼🎻🎼

28/03/2025

Another beautiful moment at Budgeree Hall last weekend. Get in touch for a tour to see how we can make your special memories.

16/03/2025

A very welcome 29ml so far today. How much did you get ???

22/02/2025

Huge Thanks to Our Amazing Volunteers!

A massive shoutout to the incredible crew who came along to the working bee at Budgeree Hall! So many jobs, big and small, were tackled, making a real difference to our community space.

A heartfelt thank you to Robyn, Malcolm, Terry, Jean, Leanne, Luke, Adria, Karen, Katrina, Cindy, Edgar, Edith, and Nala 🐶 —your hard work and generosity are truly appreciated.

It’s amazing what can be achieved when people come together. The hall is looking fantastic, and it’s all thanks to you!

20/02/2025

Amber from Blooms on the hill is running a bouquet workshop at Budgeree Hall on Sunday Feb 23.
Bookings are essential through Blooms on the Hill. This is a great opportunity to learn from our local flower farmer and creative first hand. Tour her gorgeous dahlia plantings and other flowers on the farm before learning how to put them together in stunning bouquets 💐.

Bouquet Workshop this Sunday, 23rd February at 10.30am. Three places left!! Get in quick! Bookings on the website. A tour of the flowers then the workshop and morning tea at the Budgeree Hall

20/02/2025

Working Bee this Saturday Feb 22. 10:30am start.
Sausage sizzle lunch. 🥪 🧁

Lots of jobs to do for all abilities.
Some of our tasks;
Cleaning up the sticks/bark
Pruning of small branches
Painting
Screwing on weather shields
Odd jobs
It is forecast to be hot so bring a hat and any other protective clothing/ equipment you need.