Susan Kinloch Events

27/01/2026

Lanza and Callas Reimagined
Beautiful performance by tenor Roy Best

26/01/2026

Lanza And Callas Reimagined

26/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended. 120 guests enjoyed a beautifully curated and intimate luncheon show under the banner Lanza and Callas Reimagined. Roy and Alison delivered superb performances, bringing each song to life with elegance and emotion.
Megan Knapp crafted a sumptuous shared‑plate menu, perfectly complemented by Ros Ritchie’s wines.Even the hot weather couldn’t dampen the spirit of the day, with the audience fully embracing the grandeur of the occasion.
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21/01/2026

Following the recent challenges experienced by many in our community as a result of the bushfires, Australia Day offers an opportunity for us to come together to reflect, respect and celebrate our National Day while recognising how fortunate we are to call Australia our home.

Commencing at 8.30am with a free BBQ Breakfast provided by the Rotary Club of Mansfield, there will be an official ceremony commencing at 9.00am that includes:

- Speeches from our Mayor, State Member for Eildon, Cindy McLeish and Ambassador, Marly Kelleher
- Citizenship Ceremony when we welcome seven people to our Australian family
- Australia Day Citizen Awards winners announced
- Flag Raising Ceremony
- Entertainment from the MAD Orchestra and the Mansfield Choir

For further information on the event and to learn who the nominees are in our Citizen Awards, visit our website - https://www.mansfield.vic.gov.au/Community/Latest-News/Australia-Day-Celebrations-2026

We hope to see you there.

19/01/2026

Roy Best and Alison Jones are looking forward to entertaining an enthusiastic audience at Lanza and Callas Reimagined. This Sunday 25th Jan at the Magnolia
Thank you to all those who booked because you are in for a magical afternoon. Megan Knapp from the Kitchen Door has crafted a delicious menu and Ros Ritchie has matched a selection if her award winning wines wines

19/01/2026

Dear Susan
2026 Australia Day Award – Community Event of the Year Nomination
I am delighted to advise that the Opera on High has been nominated for the above award and I would like to offer my congratulations.
On 25 April 2025, Mansfield’s main street came alive for an open-air concert bringing together families, friends, and visitors to enjoy local wine, craft brews, gourmet food, and world-class performances by BravOz Opera which captivated everyone. This free event, hosted by Mansfield Winemakers, provided an opportunity for all attendees to enjoy world class talent whilst enjoying food, conversation and a sense of connection. The event showcased not just incredible talent, but also the passion and generosity of Mansfield’s local producers, winemakers, and volunteers who made it all possible. Together, this resulted in a magical and inclusive evening that attendees described as “uplifting” and “pure Mansfield”.
On behalf of my fellow Councillors, I invite you to attend our Australia Day Celebrations to be held at the Botanic Park, Mansfield commencing at 8.30am on Monday, 26 January 2026 when the award winners will be announced.

12/01/2026

An opportunity not to be missed! Here’s your chance to support your local hospital while enjoying a fun-filled day of golf, dinner, auctions, and more. We have a few Corporate slots available for businesses, organizations, and philanthropists. Don’t miss out—get in touch soon - call me please on 0418 595 878

27/11/2025

Thank you to all those who booked.

23/11/2025

Mario Lanza & Maria Callas Reimagined - Sunday 25th January 2026 at the Magnolia, 190 Mt Buller Road Mansfield. A spectacular Musical Tribute not to be missed! Tenor Roy Best and Soprano Alison Jones will take you down memory lane....Book your place early as numbers are very limited. Contact Susan on 0418 595 878.
$115pp includes lunch (by none other than Megan Knapp) and entertainment. Drinks at Ros Ritchie Cellar door prices.
A little information on Roy Best and Alison Jones....

ROY BEST
Roy Best's pathway to a full-time singing career started after entering the ABC competition "Operatunity Oz" by performing the Duke in OA’s Rigoletto; SOH, October 2006, rewarded by a standing ovation to a packed house and a television audience of over one million!

A regular performer with Melbourne Opera, his roles include Camille - Merry Widow: Turiddu – Cavalleria Rusticana (Green Room nom.): Count Almaviva - Barber of Seville: Elvino - La Sonnambula: Alfredo – La Traviata: Arturo – I Puritani: Nemorino – Elixir of Love (G. R. nom.): Rodolfo – La Boheme: Duca – Rigoletto:
His many concert appearances create the opportunity to perform with some of Australia’s finest artists, such as Yvonne Kenny, Marina Prior, Sylvie Paladino and James Morrison to name a few. He has worked with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra Victoria, Australian Pops Orchestra, The Queensland Orchestra (QSO), Melbourne Philharmonic Orchestra, Australian Youth Orchestra, Melbourne Opera Orchestra, Alpha Symphonia and Symphonia Australis.
Discography: “Heart’s Delight” with TQO (QSO) conducted by Andrew Greene, the
"Operatunity Oz" CD & Morgan's Run, the Musical.

ALISON JONES

Alison Rae Jones has been a freelance opera, classical and crossover singer for over 30 years, working in Australia, Europe, USA and South Africa. Highlights include performing the Governess to Philip Langridge’s Quint in Britten’s Turn of The Screw and singing at Elton John’s birthday party.
Based in London for twelve years, she was the original Diva with the UK's most successful corporate entertainment company, Incognito Artists.
On returning to Melbourne in 2008, Alison was the founding director of concert opera company, La Prima Opera. She produced six fully staged concert opera shows that toured to theatres around Australia, presented the popular 'Opera in the Laneway' series and the Melbourne Warehouse Music Festival. Alison is excited to be taking her years of experience to a transition into Arts Management with her appointment as Company Manager for Yarra Valley Opera Festival and is currently Event Manager of the Melbourne Celtic Festival.
She was also contracted as Social Media Manager for Rotary District 9800 online events and is a Paul Harris Fellowship recipient.

21/11/2025

Now here's an idea for a Christmas gift to that special someone who has everything!
Tickets are moving....so get in before it is too late to make the Santa train.

07/11/2025

A Spectacular Luncheon and Musical Tribute - not to be missed. Book early. Tenor Roy Best and Soprano Alison Jones (two internationally acclaimed singers will take you down memory lane.

03/11/2025