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Here's our pick of some of the best upcoming festivals and events - from <a href="https://ballaratbegoniafestival.com/" rel="follow" target="_blank">Ballarat Begonia Festival</a> (March 8-10) in Victoria to <a href="https://www.bathurstregion.com.au/bathurst-heritage-trades-trail/" rel="follow" target="_blank">Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail</a> (April 12-13) in NSW. And if you're after a city escape, Melbourne has a few options. 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