Events
Waratah Hospital Auxillary - raise vital funds for Yarram and District Health Service.
175 Years of the Gippsland Catholic Mission
Come along and join us on Sunday the 15th November 2026 at 11:00 Mass as we celebrate 175 years since the beginning of the Catholic Church in Gippsland. Bishop Greg Bennet will be in attendance and will celebrate Mass with Father Darren Howie.
In 1851, Gippsland was established as a Catholic Mission with Father David Holohan appointed to Tarraville as its first priest with Father Joseph Martin as his assistant. Father Martin subsequently became the first resident priest of Gippsland and established a Catholic School at Tarraville.
By 1854, Father Patrick Verling had been appointed and built St Patrick’s Church, Tarraville, the first Catholic Church in Gippsland. From these humble beginnings, the Catholic community grew through churches, schools, convents and parishes to become what is now the Diocese of Sale.
Although St Patrick’s Church was demolished in the 1940’s, a small part of its floorboards were later made into a tabernacle. This precious reminder of the first Catholic Church in Gippsland remains a tangible link with our beginnings.
We invite you to come together as a Parish to give thanks for 175 years of faith, community, and Catholic life in Gippsland, and to celebrate the rich heritage that began in Tarraville in 1851.
Following Mass, we will gather at the St. Mary Mackillip Hall for light refreshments. Memorabilia will be displayed, with the addition of a short talk about our history. A tour of St. Mary’s Catholic School will be made available.
All parishioners are asked to bring a plate of food to share. There is a list on the board in the church. Food can be dropped off at St. Mary Mackillop Hall prior to Mass.
Yarram Hospital Auxilary major fundraising event is on Saturday October 24. This event raises money for Yarram and District Health Service. By attending and buying a ticket or two you are contributing to this vital service.
The Gippsland Get Down Show
Bringing custom car culture show to Yarram, Victoria
13-15th of November 2026Cruise to Yarram Friday
Show day Saturday
Party Saturday night
All money raised going back into the local
community of Yarram!
Join the crew at Yarram Neighbourhood House for the unveiling of their new sheltered area followed by their AGM.
raising money for Breast Cancer Research everyone welcome
Enjoy a wonderful morning of live music by ALLYROW and Jungle Jim, while helping to raise money for lifesaving Breast Cancer research.
There will be an auction, a sausage sizzle and the live music.
Gold Coin donation, morning tea provided
Let's get behind this Alex Scott and Staff initiative
Mirridong Service Inc. is celebrating 60 years of service in the local community with a Gala Ball. Everyone is invited to join in the celebration of this amazing achievement
Yarram Community Church Trivia Night. Reserve a table or book a seat.
good times good people lots of funs
Movie Night
Free Entry
Free Snacks and Drinks and All Ages are Welcomed
Movies: Toy Story 5, Despicable Me 4
When: 2nd Of October
Doors Open 3:30 PM
Movie Starts: 4:30 - 8:30 PM
Bookings Link: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1598671
Improving Digital Marketing Skills, Understanding Digital Infrastructure, & Online Website Visibility/SEO.
24 Sept 2026, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Port Albert Mechanics Institute Hall, 20 Victoria St, Port Albert VIC 3971, Australia
Event Summary:
As your organisation grows, so do the opportunities, and the challenges of adapting your organisation’s digital presence. This workshop is designed to build your skills, confidence and knowledge so you can maximise your existing marketing, adopt more efficient ways of working, and understand the digital tools, systems and automation available to support future growth.
Module 1. Improve Your Digital Marketing Results
Create more effective marketing campaigns that save time, reach more people and deliver better results.
Module 2. Understanding Your Digital Infrastructure
Set-up the right digital tools and systems that make your organisation easier to manage and more professional online.
Module 3. Managing Your Website, SEO & AI Visibility
Improve your website so it attracts more visitors, ranks higher in Google and becomes a more valuable tool for people to use.
Please register on the website https://www.portalbert.vic.au/event-details/volunteer-workshop-4
Port Albert Progress Association
and Membership Sign-Up Day!
Come along to the Woodside Surf Life Saving Club from 12.00 pm Saturday 5 September for membership sign-ups and a complimentary BBQ lunch, before the AGM begins at 1.30 pm.All committee positions will be up for reelection, and new committee members are most welcome.
Membership prices remain unchanged:
Pensioners $15
Individual $25
Family $50
Whether you’re renewing, joining for the first time or simply keen to find out more about the club, we’d love to see you there.
Free Planning and information session
2 x free information forums to help better understand to better understand the support and planning options as we age.
Yarram and District Progress Association present a free Fairy Door Workshop at the Port Albert Hall on August 30 from 1 pm till 3 pm.
come along and share with us as we create a little bit of magic
Yarram Neghbourhood House Craft day.
Bring your knitting, crochet, hand stitching
Morning tea and lunch provided
Booking essential
Get ready for one of the biggest events of the year!
Proudly bought to you by the Rotary Club of Yarram.ENTRY IS FREE! This fun filled community event is for absolutely everyone! Dress up and get into the spooky vibe with Jungle Jim Smith. Prizes for best dressed for both kids, teens and adults. A Spooky Sausage Sizzle will be out the front from 6pm and The BlueJaye Cafe will be open with a limited menu for food. Bar will be open for drinks and snacks.
Free Volunteer Training Workshop (3) – How to use Effective Marketing to Promote your Organisation, Region, Event or Fundraiser.
This workshop helps community volunteers and organisations to improve how they promote their town, volunteer organisation, event, and fundraiser. Participants will learn the basics of branding, content creation, and marketing in a simple and practical way, helping them attract more visitors, supporters, and community interest.
Better understand how to market and promote their town, volunteer organisation, event, or fundraiser.
· Learn practical and effective marketing and content creation skills.
· Gain confidence using social media and digital marketing tools. Improve visitor awareness and engagement.
· Receive easy-to-follow cheat-sheets, templates, guides plus promotional ideas.
20th Aug 2026 (3:00 pm – 5:00 pm)
Port Albert Mechanics Institute Hall, 20 Victoria St, Port Albert VIC 3971
Book Online: https://www.portalbert.vic.au/event-details/volunteer-workshop-3
Event hosted by the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA)
Register now and be a part of the fun
Join us for an afternoon of live music in the Members Lounge from 2pm–6pm.
Whether you’re getting up to perform or just coming along to enjoy the atmosphere, everyone is welcome.
HAPPY HOUR | 2pm–5pm
Pizzas, fries & wedges available!!
Why battle city crowds when you can experience all the excitement of the AFL Grand Final right here in Port Albert — surrounded by passionate locals, great company, and the BIG GAME on the HUGE screen!
26 Sept 2026, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Port Albert Mechanics Institute Hall, 20 Victoria St, Port Albert VIC 3971.
- No-Cost Event.
- Bar open from 1pm — $5 beer, wine & bubbles.
- Preshow entertainment from 1:30pm.
- FREE half-time footy munchies.
Please register your free ticket online (Catering)
https://www.portalbert.vic.au/event-details/2026-afl-grand-final-port-albert
Event facilitated by the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA
It’s time to dress up, round up your friends, and celebrate the race that stops the nation in true Port Albert style!
Catch every moment live on the BIG screen - coverage starts at 11.30am. Whether you’re flying solo or bringing your whole crew, this is your chance to get out of the house and into spring, enjoy good food, good company, and plenty of laughs.
03 Nov 2026, 11:30 am – 5:00 pm
Port Albert Mechanics Institute Hall, 20 Victoria St, Port Albert VIC 3971.Where: Historic Port Albert Hall
Tuesday, 3rd November
11:30am – 5:00pm
From 12pm
Tickets: $35 per person (Book online).
Lunch Included: Beautiful hot & cold finger food, from chicken ribbon sandwiches and smoked salmon tartlets to sweet treats like scones with jam & cream, macarons, and more!
Please book your tickets on the website or call Sandi on 0403 819 183
Event facilitated by the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA)
We're excited to announce that reservations for The Yarram Table are now live!
The project celebrates Yarram & District outstanding local producers through a seven-course degustation dinner, curated by Anthony Wiggy Wignall at the Yarram Country Club. Each course showcases seasonal ingredients sourced from local growers, farmers, fishers and artisan producers from across the region.
There are only 80 seats available, so we expect bookings to fill quickly. See attached for the poster (and menu!). Please book here: https://yarramcountryclub.au/event/the-yarram-table/
The dinner is part of a broader community project developed through the Building Resilient Forestry Communities Leadership Program, which Paula Mathewson, Jason Pickering and I have been participating in over the past ten months. Our longer-term vision is to create a lasting legacy through yarram.org.au by connecting people with local producers, businesses, community groups and volunteer opportunities throughout Yarram and District. So look out for that!
We hope you'll be able to join us for what promises to be a wonderful evening celebrating local food, local producers and our community.
If you know someone who would enjoy the evening, please feel free to forward this invitation.
About
We have a classic, family movie screening these school holidays!
This film is about a young herbivorous dinosaur that heads towards the legendary Great Valley. While on his way, he meets four other orphan dinosaurs and together they learn to face the odds of survival.
Rated PG.
Ages 6-12yrs.
Refreshments are provided.
Date
Friday 10 July 2026 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM (UTC+10)
Location
Yarram Library
156 Grant Street, Yarram VIC 3971
National Gone Fishing Day - Port Albert
The Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA) is excited to bring the National Gone Fishing Day to Port Albert in 2026. We've got a fun, community-focused event that celebrates fishing, marine education, local businesses, and the unique lifestyle of Port Albert.
What’s Happening on the Day
- Mini Fishing Expo at the Port Albert Hall
- Q&A Fishing Panel
- Guest Speakers (Jet Worsteling from iFISH TV, Peter Ferguson from Fishing with Fergy, Matt Stephenson from Fishcare Vic)
- Marine Safety Refresh Sessions (Coastguard)
- Children’s Jetty Fishing Experience (Fishcare Victoria)
- Free Community BBQ
- Events at the Maritime Museum
- Town-Wide Promotional Fish Menu.
18 Oct 2026, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Port Albert Mechanics Institute Hall, 20 Victoria St, Port Albert VIC 3971, Australia
Full event details and what's happening in and around Port Albert is available on the website.
www.portalbert.vic.au/event-details/national-gone-fishing-day-port-albert
This event is funded by the Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA), and co-ordinated by the
Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA)
Free Seniors Planning and Information Sessions Coming to Port Albert. Helping South Gippsland seniors plan with confidence, stay informed and connect with their community
The Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA), in partnership with the Council on the Ageing Victoria (COTA Victoria), is inviting older residents across South Gippsland to attend a series of free Seniors Planning and Information Sessions designed to provide practical advice, trusted information and valuable community connections.
As we age, understanding the services, support and planning options available becomes increasingly important.
As such, these friendly and informative sessions have been developed to help older people, their families and carers navigate the many decisions that come with ageing while providing an opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and connect with others in the community.
The sessions will cover a broad range of topics including:
- Planning for Change – preparing for future life stages and making informed decisions.
- Introduction to My Aged Care – understanding how the aged care system works and how to access support.
- Seniors Health and Wellbeing – exploring the health and wellbeing priorities of older people in our community.
- Memory and Ageing – understanding normal memory changes and recognising when professional advice may be beneficial.
- Preventing and Responding to Scams – practical strategies to identify and avoid increasingly sophisticated scams.
- Your Digital Legacy – planning for your online accounts, digital information and personal records.
Growing older brings new opportunities as well as new challenges. These sessions are about giving people practical information, helping them plan ahead with confidence and ensuring they know where to turn for support when they need it.
Event Dates:
- Friday 21 August 2026 (11am to 1pm)
- Tuesday 20 October 2026 (11am to 1pm)
For more information and to book your place, visit the Seniors Planning and Information Sessions program website page using the link below or call Rob Durrant 0413 476423 or Sandra-Lee Davis on 0403 819183.
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We've got a crafty morning planned for imaginative kids!
This holiday is all about dinosaurs! Create your own wooden dinosaur on wheels, 3D dino scenes and more!
Suitable for ages 6-12yrs.
Tickets required for children only, not guardians attending.
Date
Friday 3 July 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
bookings at https://brnw.ch/21x3EV3
Yarram Neighbourhood House annual NAIDOC week celebration will take place in Yarram Memorial Park on Wednesday July 8 commencing at 11 am with the Wulgunggo Ngalu Dancers, smoking and flag raising ceremony. Members of the public are urge to join in this special event. It will be followed by lunch which includes indigenous meats and accompaniments made with native foods - all prepared by the wonder volunteers at Yarram Neighbourhood House.
Yarram and District Health Service will host their annual NAIDOC week celebration on the circular drive. Staff will be joined by residents from St Emos and Crossley House Aged Care facilities for this special event which includes
Flag raising ceremony
smoking ceremony by Wulgunggo Ngalu Learning place
BBQ with indigenous meats
All welcome
This is going to be amazing for a date, great for a group of friends, and there’s plenty of space to meet new people if you can only make it by yourself. Tickets are going fast... book now
Binginwarri Biggest Morning Tea will be held on June 26 at Binginwarri Hall. Everyone invite to bring along an item and tell its story.
Don't miss this SPOOKTACULAR Night of Dancing and Fun with LIVE MUSIC by Jungle Jim Smith at the Regent Theatre from 6:30pm Saturday 31 October.
It's a family friendly event - BYO Food - Drinks at Regent Bar Prices (no BYO drinks please) - BBQ - Dancing - Prizes for Spookiest Dressed adults and children.
Brought to you by Yarram Rotary.