ONE particular Latrobe Valley Express letter writer will be overjoyed to read this.
Latrobe City Council has confirmed the Morwell International Rose Garden Festival will return this November.
This year’s festival (to be held November 7-8) will feature all festival favourites.
This is the eighth year of the festival and the seventh with major partner AGL Loy Yang.
The free community event will shine a light on the Morwell Rose Garden, which showcases more than 4000 roses that receive over 6000 hours of care each year by dedicated Friends of the Rose Garden volunteers.
As part of the festival, ABC Gardening Australia host and crowd favourite Costa Georgiadis will judge the cut rose competition on the Saturday.
Over the weekend there will be plenty of entertainment for the whole family including stalls, workshops, talks, live music, children’s activities, food trucks and Devonshire tea – complete with famous CWA scones.
On Saturday, enjoy a performance from dirtgirl, scrapboy and Costa the Garden Gnome.
Latrobe City Council Mayor, Dale Harriman encouraged people to mark the Rose Garden Festival in their calendar.
“The Rose Garden Festival is always a highlight on our events calendar and draws in a fantastic crowd each year,” he said.
“The Friends of the Rose Garden volunteers play a key role in ensuring the gardens are expertly maintained and presented ahead of the festival, allowing them to be enjoyed by all.
“We look forward to welcoming people back again this year to experience all the rose garden festival has to offer – I highly recommend it for all ages!”
Among the highlights of this year’s festival are night light displays from 6.30pm to 9.30pm, complemented by roving performances and pop-up attractions supported by AGL Loy Yang.
“AGL Loy Yang is proud to continue our long-standing support of the International Rose Garden Festival Morwell in 2025,”AGL Loy Yang General Manager, Christo van Niekerk said.
“This event brings people together from across the region, supporting local tourism, fostering community pride, and contributing to the local economy.
“We’re excited to bring back the AGL Night Lights Installation again this year.
“It’s a highlight for many visitors and a symbol of how innovation and art can brighten our shared spaces.
“We commend the Friends of the Rose Garden, Latrobe City Council and all the volunteers who make this event possible. Their dedication ensures Morwell remains home to one of the most beautiful rose gardens in Australia.”
Entry to the festival is free.
Keep up to date by visiting the International Rose Garden Festival Morwell website at: www.irgfm.com.au
