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Welcome to Victoria’s Longest Running Folklore Club
ABC Archive Videos-Presentation
11th October 2026 2.00pm until 4.00pm

Overview
VFMC member Stephen Whiteside will present two videos on the history of folk music evolution in Australia. The videos are from archives of the ABC.
The first video of about 30 minutes duration, comprises an introduction by Australian author Alan Marshall followed by eight Australian folk songs.
The second video of about six minutes duration is mainly an interview of Joy Durst by ABC presenter Peter Basta.

Admission: Gold coin donation.

Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall

Melway ref. 50B8

Woolshed Ball
24th October 2026 7.30pm until 11.30pm


Featuring:

The Billabong Band

The Billabong Band

The Billabong Band is the Victorian Folk Music Club's own performance group and is probably the longest established band in Australia playing traditional music for Bush / Colonial dances and for concerts. The line-up is variable and depends on which musicians are available at the time.

An evening of dancing in the traditional style, featuring great live music.

Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall

Melway ref. 50B8

BYO Mug and plate for supper to share Tea and Coffee provided

Our Regular Activities

Next Session
'Round Robin' Session
15th September 2026 7.30pm until 9.15pm

VFMC session in full swing

A 'Round Robin' session is for singing, playing, reciting or story telling. We all take turns to perform in a supportive atmosphere, or you can just watch and/or join in as you wish. You may suggest an item for everyone to join in. Audience welcome.

Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall

Melway ref. 50B8

Next Concert
Concert
13th October 2026 7.45pm until 10.00pm


Featuring:

Enda Kenny

Enda Kenny

Enda Kenny is an Irish-born songwriter who has made his home in Australia. Through ten independent albums, his thoughtful, descriptive stories of his adopted homeland have struck a chord with festival audiences worldwide. A string of early songwriting awards have led to a full time career as one of the best entertainers in the world of folk and acoustic music. His songs are always memorable, often hard-hitting and spiced with plenty of humour.


Featuring:

Peter Pentland

Peter Pentland

Peter Pentland, aka Hayseed, performs traditional-styled songs and bush poetry from the hay(seed) day of Australian folk music. He tells stories of farm and bush life in South-Eastern Australia. He put culture into agriculture. His “Beaut Little Fergie Tractor” album, recorded live at the Dan O’Connell Hotel in 1978, opened the door to a career in stand-up comedy (Le Joke, Banana Lounge, Catch a Rising Star), radio (Coodabeen Champions, Bindyborawacks – 3RRR) and television (Shirls Neighbourhood, Cross Country). He has head-lined at both folk and poetry festivals.

VFMC Monthly Concert

The format of the night will be:

7.45 Concert starts
7:45pm to 8:15pm Spot Acts
8:15pm to 8:45pm Support Act
8.45pm to 9.00pm Supper
9:00pm to 10.00pm Main Act,

Enquiries: please contact Brian or Maree at concerts@vfmc.org.au.

This event will be live in the hall only. Admission by Humanitix ticket or cash or card at the door.

Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall

Melway ref. 50B8

Next Dances
Family Bush Dance
3rd October 2026 7.30pm until 10.30pm


Featuring:

Borderline Kaylee

Borderline Kaylee

The VFMC has a family bush dance, normally on the first Saturday of each month (excluding January). Dances are called so these events are suitable for all ages. A different band is featured each month and everyone is welcome.

Ringwood East Senior Citizens Hall

Melway ref. 50B8

Light supper provided. A plate to share would be appreciated.
No alcohol please.

The goals of the VFMC are:
Acknowledgement of Country

The VFMC acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we meet, and supports the Uluru Statement from the Heart.

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