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Updated 19 August 2010

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Hepburn Bathouse

Since 1895, the Hepburn Bathhouse has been a 'must-do' when visiting Australia's premier spa destination. Open daily, visitors can select from a range of indoor heated pools, spas and bathing environments all providing the health-giving benefits of the abundant local mineral springs.

Renovated in 2008, the Bathhouse & Spa now also provides a magnificent day spa facility, offering the finest in massage, facials, body treatments and private mineral baths. With over 30 treatment rooms there is a range of relaxing and rejuvenating experiences perfect for everybody.

www.hepburnbathhouse.com

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Provincial Victoria

From Warrnambool to Warracknabeal, and everywhere in between, Provincial Victoria is a great place to live.

The locals know - which is why they live there! But many Melburnians have been unaware of the fabulous benefits of living in rural and regional Victoria:
• No traffic jams;
• Fresh air;
• Friendly communities;
• A great place to raise kids
...to name just a few.

Which is why in 2003, the Victorian Government launched the Make it Happen in Provincial Victoria campaign, in partnership with the State's 48 rural and regional councils, to raise awareness of the great opportunities to live, work and invest in Provincial Victoria.

www.provincialvictoria.vic.gov.au

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Hepburn Shire Council

Hepburn Shire is located in central Victoria, just over an hour from Melbourne. The city of Ballarat joins the Shire to the west and Bendigo is nearby to the north. The Shire's population is approximately 15,000 (June 2006) and has a healthy growth rate of 0.5% per annum. The population is projected to reach 17,000 by 2021.

www.hepburnshire.com.au

The Melbourne Italian Festival

The Melbourne Italian Festival is held between May and June every year. The Festival programme comprises activities from Italy and Victoria of a high standard of artistic performance, which includes local and overseas artists. A community weekend is always scheduled closest to 2nd June and is a major part of the artistic program.

www.melbourneitalianfestival.com.au

Victorian Multicultural Commission

Victoria is one of the most culturally diverse and harmonious societies in the world. The Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC) is committed to fostering harmony and encouraging the full participation of Victoria's ethnic communities with the social, economic and cultural life of our community.

www.multicultural.vic.gov.au

Department of Planning and Community Development

The Department of Planning and Community Development is putting people at the heart of Victorian Government efforts to plan for liveability and growth by focusing on two things that are important to Victoria's future: the liveability of our neighbourhoods, and the strength of our communities.

There are five groups within the Department of Planning and Community Development:

* Planning and Local Government
* Community Development
* People and Community Advocacy
* Strategic Policy, Research and Forecasting
* Corporate and Organisational Development, and Communications

www.dvc.vic.gov.au

Regional Arts Victoria

What is Regional Arts Victoria?

Regional Arts Victoria is the peak Victorian agency resourcing and supporting contemporary and innovative regional cultural practice. In the 40 years since its establishment, RAV has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the concept that art practice is critical to building capacity and self-determination in communities. It is proud of its reputation as a contemporary, inventive and responsive organisation working with vision, passion and a strong understanding of the challenges and aspirations of the communities that form its regional constituency.

www.rav.net.au

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The Courier

The Courier is Ballarat and district's leading provider of news and information. We have been keeping our readers informed and entertained since our first edition on June 10, 1867.

The editor of that first edition, Robert Clark, promised to "speak out boldly" on issues which impact on Ballarat. We continue to do that today and are as committed as ever to being a strong advocate for this region.

Our mission statement is "to build our community through a quality newspaper which is responsible and accountable".

Our readers are our most valuable asset. What they say matters to us.

www.thecourier.com.au

Around and About Spa Country

The team at Around and About Spa Country aim to produce a high quality publication which is designed to inform and entertain existing and potential visitors to Victoria's mineral spa region.

The many attractions, diverse range of boutique accommodation, wineries and dining experiences to suit all tastes are just a few reasons why many thousands of travellers return time and again to experience the joys this area has to offer.

whatandwhere.com.au

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Anonymous, Adrian & Robyn Holmes, Arcturus at Hepburn Springs, Barb & Peter Fox, Daylesford Engineering, Gary & Robyn Lawrence, Graham Hudson & Lindsay Woods, John & Ros Roberts, John Evans Real Estate, Lindsay & Nicole Olver, Sue & Dieter Mücke, Tony Di Camello, The Lakes Motel, Warren & Karen Maloney

Ambleside, Anonymous, Barbara Simpson, Barbara Webb, Candy Broad MLC, Cynthia Heider, David Dawson, Graeme Stuart, Hal Swerisson, Jackie Gorring, Jeff Moorfoot, John Barter, John Turnbull, Judy Houston, Kristeena Saville, Lynn Buddenbaum, Neil Goodwin Consulting, Pauline Humphreys, Paradiso Arts, Peter Goodlet, Purl's Palace, Stony Creek Gallery, Town Hall Café, The Woodshed Gallery, Wolf At The Door

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Sat 16 October 2010

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Hepburn Bathouse

Gold Sponsor

Provincial Victoria

Silver Sponsors

Hepburn Shire Council

The Melbourne Italian Festival

Victorian Multicultural Commission

Department of Planning and Community Development

Regional Arts Victoria

Bronze Sponsors

The Courier

Around and About Spa Country

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