30 March - Mornington Peninsula

Margaret Porritt's Beach House
One person who has made Portsea her holiday choice for 30 years is fashion designer Margaret Porritt of the Feathers Boutique empire. Aside from time she spent at her holiday home, Margaret loves to walk the back beach at Portsea and follows this with breakfast at The Smashing Bean in Sorrento. She and Suzie spend a great day together enjoying all these wonderful activities finally drawing to a close with cocktail hour and a beautiful view at the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club.

Feathers Boutiques
feathersboutique.com.au

The Smashing Bean
119 125 Ocean Beach Rd
Sorrento
Ph 03 5984 5800

Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club
3154 Nepean Rd
Sorrento
Ph 03 5984 8200
www.sscbc.com.au

Sailing and Quarantine Station
Sail Sorrento operate luxury cruises around Port Phillip Bay, where you can take in the sights and get up close and personal with some of the bay residents. After cruising around the bay, Glen checks out the Point Nepean Quarantine Station. Built back in 1852 this was the first port of call for many of our early immigrants. From 1951 the Military used the site as an Officer Cadet school. Over the last couple of years its been home to the Point Nepean Music festival. If youre interested in the history of this fascinating sight then join up with a tour operated by Nepean Historical Society. Everywhere you look youll find a piece of history where the previous tenants have left their mark.

Sail Sorrento
Ph 03 5985 6559
www.sailsorrento.com.au

Point Nepean Community Trust
Ph 03 9927 2222
www.pointnepeantrust.org

Nepean Historical Society
www.nepeanhistoricalsociety.asn.au

Whitehall Guesthouse
Whitehall Guesthouse in Sorrento dates back to 1904 and is one of the Mornington Peninsulas oldest operating hotels. There are plenty of places to relax ranging from guest lounges and the courtyard to the grand balcony, or you can just retire to your room.

If retreating to something modern is more your style, try the new oceanic apartments across the road. These private units have a stylish living room, elegant bedrooms and their very own courtyard. The Whitehall Guesthouse is only a short stroll to Sorrento village where youll find another gem built in 1904, Three Palms Café and Bar, named after the three palm tress that stand out the front. The international menu here offers an array of cuisine, with seafood galore.

Whitehall Guesthouse and Oceanic Apartments
231 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento
Ph 03 5984 4166
www.oceanicgroup.com.au

Three Palms Café and Bar
154-164 Ocean Beach Rd, Sorrento
Ph 03 5984 1057
www.threepalms.com.au

Verve Beachside
Portsea is one of the most expensive suburbs in the whole of Australia housing some extravagant properties. Not only can the rich and famous enjoy this lifestyle, you can too with an exclusive collection of homes that can be booked year round. Verve Beachside offer indulgent accommodation with all the trimmings and Gorgi checks out two of the best. Both Chevalier and Cliffhanger come fully equipped with state of the art everything. And for extra indulgence you can even book an in-house spa therapist or chef to come to the house and cook.

Verve Beachside
Ph 03 9500 1777
www.vervebeachside.com.au

Diamond Bay
Sorrento has been a favourite summer setting for Melbournians since the 1870s. With fantastic beaches, water activities galore and a great reputation for al fresco dining than you can sink your teeth into, its no wonder Shanes fellow team mate Trent Croad has made this coastal village his home ground. Hotel Sorrento is a fantastic spot for a bite of lunch before doing a spot of jet skiing at Shane's favourite spot - Diamond Bay, a five minute drive from Sorrento towards Rye.

Hotel Sorrento
5-15 Hotham Rd, Sorrento
Ph 03 5984 8000
www.hotelsorrento.com.au

What's On

Lakes Motorfest 2008
Come along and see a colourful display of prestige and special interest vehicles at this years Lakes Motorfest in Gippsland.
Where: Gippsland
When:5-6 April
More: Ph 03 5155 2419 or visit www.lakesmotorfest.com

2008 XTERRA Australia
The inaugural Xterra Australia will be held in Daylesford. There are four participant racing events, including a lake swim, trail run and mountain bike races.
Where:Daylesford
When: 5 April
More: Ph 03 9596 2340 or visit www.xterraaustralia.com.au

Andersons Mill Festival
Come see the fun and excitement of the Anderson's Mill Festival promoting the riches of the region in a breathtaking bush setting.
Where: Andersons Mill
When: 6 April
More: Visit www.andersonmillfest.org.au

Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show
The Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show starts next Wednesday at the Royal Exhibition Buildings Carlton.
Where:Royal Exhibition Buliding
When: 2-6 April
More:www.melbflowershow.com.au

Dorothy the Dinosaur at Melbourne Aquarium
These school holidays take the kids to the Melbourne Aquarium to enjoy all the fun of free live shows by Dorothy the Dinosaur, Captain Feathersword and Henry the Octopus.
Where: Melbourne Aquarium
When: Until 6 April
More: Ph 03 9620 0999 or visit www.melbourneaquarium.com.au

Docklands Farmers Market
The 1st Saturday of every month from next weekend, the new Docklands Farmers Market will offer something unique for every household.
Where: Docklands
When: 1st Saturday of every month
More: Visit www.waterfrontcity.com.au