A Night in The Hills | Dookie
About
An evening of connection and conversationFriday 18 September | Arrival from 6.00pm | Dinner at 7.00pm | Rye at Tallis, Dookie Hills
Following the overwhelming response to last year's sold-out A Day in the Hills, we're delighted to welcome our community back for a new evening experience.
As spring arrives and the canola paddocks in full bloom, join us beneath the marquee at Rye at Tallis for an evening of good food, meaningful conversation, inspiring stories and live music.
A Night in the Hills continues the spirit of the original event, bringing together farmers, businesses, families and community members from across the region to reconnect, share stories and celebrate the strength of rural communities.
Whether you're coming with friends or joining us on your own, everyone is welcome.
This is an adults-only event (18+) to provide an enjoyable evening where guests can relax, socialise and fully engage with the evening's conversations and entertainment.
Dress | Smart Casual
Seats are limited, so book early to avoid missing out.
Your evening includes:
• Canapés & drink on arrival
• Two-course shared dinner by North East Catering
• Special Guest Keynote – Real Life Resilience
• Live music by four-piece band Stop & Stare
• Drinks available at bar prices
• Lucky door prizes
Whether you come with a group of friends or arrive on your own, everyone is welcome.
A return bus from Shepparton and Dookie will be available if there is sufficient interest.
The return of the event has been made possible through the generosity of local businesses, community organisations and funding partners:
• Vic Hub Drought & Innovation program
• Ag Warehouse
• O’Connors Farm Machinery
• Look Over the Farm Gate
• Tempo Events & Hire
• North East Catering
• Rye at Tallis
• Rye Studio
This is an adults-only event (18+) to provide an enjoyable evening where guests can relax, socialise and fully engage with the evening's conversations and entertainment.
The Menu
Canapés on arrival
Compressed watermelon, ricotta + green chilli
Smoked cheddar croquette, mustard aioli + cornichon
Herb falafel, whipped beetroot + dukkah
Gourmet sausage rolls + country tomato chutney
Mains - Family Share Style
Chargrilled chicken, mojo verde, sweet corn + nduja
Beef brisket, chimichurri + charred onions
Confit garlic potatoes, rosemary + smoked salt
Cos wedge, green goddess, parmesan + seeds
Honey roasted carrots, dukkah + yoghurt
Dessert
Sweet Canapés - Chef’s Selection
Provided by North East Catering
Seats are limited, so book early to avoid missing out!
Good food. Great company. Real conversations. Celebrating the people behind our rural communities.
Date
Friday 18 September 2026 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Rye at Tallis - Dookie
5 Major Plains Road , Dookie Victoria 3646
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