The Blackwood Times - Victoria

19/09/2025

The upcoming October - November issue is starting to come together! If you have something to add please get it in today via email at [email protected]

02/09/2025

Come and enjoy an afternoon of live music and good cheer, at this special concert featuring Rose Turtle Ertler (Tas) and locals Cat and Clint
Afternoon tea provided. Kids under 16 free.

Sunday 14th September, 3pm at St Martins Chapel, Blackwood.
Tickets $20 / $15.
Pre-book your tickets for this intimate concert here: https://www.trybooking.com/DEUVU

ROSE TURTLE ERTLER is a musician and instigator of community arts projects currently based in northern Lutruwita/Tas. She regularly performs solo - all her own carefully constructed songs performed on piano, baritone ukulele or any other instruments that fall in her path. This year, Rose released her latest solo album 'We Will Stand' featuring songs about various strands of activism that she feels strongly about.
Rose is also director of Mapatazi - a mass onslaught of women/non-binary electric guitarists and bass players.
More info: www.roseturtleertler.com

Blackwood locals, Cat & Clint, have etched an indelible mark on the folk and roots community, with their fresh interpretations of old-time music. With over 15 years’ experience touring Australia and overseas, they are a well-oiled music machine. Drawing inspiration from 78 records, tradition bearers, archival and contemporary music alike, they have built an eclectic repertoire that defies linear time and place. Cat & Clint connect with audiences, inviting them on a soul journey, with plenty of fun and frivolity.

29/08/2025

Celtic Music Magic, Live at St Martins Chapel, Blackwood with Rennie Pearson

Experience an evening of soaring wooden flute melodies, toe-tapping jigs and reels, and evocative songs as virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Rennie Pearson brings his show of traditional music from Ireland, Scotland and The Maritimes of Canada to St Martins Chapel, Blackwood on Thursday, 11 September at 7:30pm.

Following rave reviews from his previous Victorian tour, Rennie is returning this September with a new run of concerts across the state, and is delighted to be returning to Blackwood.

"There’s something special about performing in these intimate community spaces," says Rennie. "When the local community comes together to share an evening of live music, there’s a spark of energy that makes the music and stories flow effortlessly."

Rennie’s performance blends traditional tunes and songs from Ireland, Scotland, and Maritime Canada with engaging storytelling, history, humor, and heart. He performs on wooden flute, Irish whistles, guitar, fiddle, bodhrán, and voice, creating a rich and dynamic concert experience.

He’ll be joined by John Sorrentino on keyboard, guitar, and percussion—a skilled multi-instrumentalist whose accompaniment adds mystical textures and driving rhythms.

Event Details:
Rennie Pearson: Traditional Celtic Music
Tunes, songs and stories from Ireland, Scotland and Maritime Canada
Venue: St Martins Chapel, Blackwood
Date: Thursday, 11 September
Time: 7:30pm
Tickets & Info: www.renniepearsonmusic.com

Other September Dates:

Birregurra Hall – Saturday, 13 September, 7:30pm

The Wesley Anne, Melbourne – Thursday, 25 September, 7:30pm

The link to the event.

https://www.facebook.com/share/17V6YKCbEu/

30/07/2025

New issue of the Blackwood Times is out!

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08/06/2025

25/05/2025

Community Message from Angela from Rapid Ascent.

We are hosting a Trail Running event on Sunday 1st June from 7am to 12.30pm In Blackwood.

We are always on the lookout for volunteers and really enjoy working with groups/clubs. We have some very long standing relationships with several clubs that have been working with us for 20 years.

We have a number of roles available including such things as;
Assisting at competitor registration
Selling our event merchandise
Marshalling out on course
Assisting around the finish line with welcoming competitors, handing out medals, preparing fruit/drinks at finish for competitors
Assisting with parking

In terms of payment we generally pay for volunteers based on $15/hr/person
There is plenty of flexibility for volunteers to work just a few hours or to work full shifts. We can usually slot vollys into a timeslot that suits them.
We pay the “donation” direct to the club after the event once your treasurer issues us with an invoice.
We will provide volunteers with a lunch pack, hi viz vest and any other equipment required for the role.

Please reach out if this is of interest to the club or if you have any other Questions.

Thank you.
Kind regards,

Angela Farrelly
Competitor Services Coordinator

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22/05/2025

Still a few more days to get in your articles, updates stories / and photos for the June/July edition!

Email to [email protected]

14/05/2025

All are welcome.

21/04/2025

Blackwood Dawn Service Martin Streetat 6:00am Ballan RSL

20/04/2025

Family friendly Bingo on at St Martin’s Chapel Sunday tonight at 7:00pm

05/04/2025

April/May Issue of the times out now, in all the usual spots with loads of colour this issue! Hope you all enjoy!

https://theblackwoodtimes.com.au/april-may-issue-of-the-blackwood-times-is-out/

14/02/2025

The Print edition finally in the usual locations. Printer had some issues hence the delay but it’s our most about of colour the Times has ever had. Hope you all enjoy!