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18 - 19 JUL: HARDEN & DISTRICT POULTRY CLUB SHOW
Annual show. Open 10.00am to 4.00pm both days.
For more information phone (02) 6386 2551 (AH).
Murrumburrah Showground, Woolrych Street, Murrumburrah
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25 - 26 JUL: HARDEN ALL BREEDS CHAMPIONSHIP DOG SHOW
Organised by the Harden-Murrumburrah & District Kennel Club, this is the district's premier dog show, with 600 dogs on show.
For more information phone (02) 6386 4322.
Murrumburrah Showground, North Street, Murrumburrah
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25 - 26 JUL: SIBERIAN HUSKY CLUB - SLED DOG SHIELD
Pointscore event of the Siberian Husky Club NSW Inc - sled dog racing.
Sled dogs (more popularly known as huskies) are the main traditional method of transport for the Inuit of northern Canada, and the Eskimos of the Arctic. Australian scientists and explorers have also traditionally used them in the Antarctic.
Although there is no snow, the races here are adapted for local conditions, and sled dog fanciers pit their skills - and those of their dogs - on cross country racing over two days, from 7.00am to 10.30am.
Families and children welcome - but please leave pets at home.
For more information email enquiries@shcnsw.org.au or see our website.
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25 - 26 JUL: OPEN GARDENS, CROOKWELL
Part of the Australian Open Gardens Scheme; visit Killoren and Markdale. Open 9.00am - 3.00pm, admission $6.
For more information contact Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre: (02) 4832 1988 - email: crookwellvisitor@goulburn.net.au
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26 JUL: GOULBURN POULTRY FANCIERS' SOCIETY AUCTION
Open to the public. Gates open 9.30am.
For more information phone 02 4844 7133.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn.
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| AUGUST 2009 |
16 AUG: ANNUAL POULTRY SHOW, GOULBURN
Annual show of the Goulburn Poultry Fanciers Society with over 800 entries. Waterfowl, hard and soft feather fowl (standards and bantams) at their best. Judging commences 9.00am.
Hot food and refreshments available. Spectator admission free. For more information phone 4844 7133.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Street, Goulburn
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28 - 30 AUG: ANNUAL GRABINE CLASSIC.
Fresh water fishing competition. with over $14000 in prizes.
Registration at 12.00noon on the Thursday; weigh-in commences 10.00am Friday. Prize divisions include weigh-in of trout, cod, catfish, silver perch, golden perch and carp for seniors and juniors.
Entry fees $15 adults, $7 juniors & pensioners. Entry forms available from 'The Secretary, Grabine Freshwater Fishing Tournament, Queen Street, Binda.
For further information contact the Secretary, Grabine Freshwater Fishing Tournaments Inc., C/-Queen Street, Binda, NSW, 2583, or telephone (02) 4835 6024 or (02) 4832 1846 after hours.
Grabine State Park, Grabine.
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28 AUG: ATTESTATION PARADE, NSW POLICE COLLEGE, GOULBURN
Traditional ceremony where students at the College are accepted as Probationary Constables for the NSW Police Force.
Held at 11.00am. For further information contact Police College at 4828 8525.
Goulburn Police College, McDermott Drive, Goulburn.
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28 - 30 AUG: PCANSW STATE DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS, GOULBURN
Commences 8.30am Admission for spectators free.
For further information contact the Events Secretary 0428 298 157.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn.
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| SEPTEMBER 2009 |
3 - 5 SEP: CAMELLIA SHOW
Annual flower show. Open 2.30pm - 5.00pm Thursday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 12noon Sunday.
Uniting Church Hall, Young.
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11 - 12 SEP: ANNUAL SHOW - HARDEN - MURRUMBURRAH
Annual agricultural show.
For more information contact 6386 2068.
Murrumburrah Showground, North St, Murrumburrah
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8 - 9 SEP: ANNUAL SHOW - YOUNG
Annual agricultural show.
For more information contact 6382 2079.
Young Showground
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5 - 13 SEP: KENMORE HOSPITAL MUSEUM AND TOURS
Step back into a 19th Century psychiatric asylum in the Kenmore Hospital Museum. The Museum is located in a former ward and closely resembles how it was in 1895.
11.00am and 2.00pm daily. Entrance - gold coin donation.
For more information phone 4821 2206.
Kenmore Hospital, Taralga Road, Goulburn
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GOULBURN TO SYDNEY CYCLE CLASSIC
Annual bike race leaves Montague Street, Goulburn 8.40am, then travels through the highlands, Wollondilly, Camden and on to Sydney.
For more information phone: (02) 9820 4011
Montague Street, Goulburn
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23 SEP: MULWARRE ART KITE DAY - MARULAN
See Marulan's best art and craft work, pony rides, jumping castle, animal farmyard. Fly (or learn how to fly) a kite and have fun. Prizes for best kites.
Kite-making workshop and kite flying, Market stalls, Craft Show & demonstration, BBQ & refreshments, Art Exhibition.
For more information phone (02) 4841 1515.
Marulan hall & Tony Onions Park, Marulan
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27 SEP: GOULBURN POULTRY FANCIERS' SOCIETY AUCTION
Including sale of equipment such as incubators, feeders and carry boxes, plus other bird breeds welcome. 9.30am start.
For more information phone 4832 1048.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn
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30 SEP - 5 OCT: LILAC CITY FESTIVAL - GOULBURN
Annual festival with fireworks on Saturday at Seiffert Oval; street parade 3.00pm Sunday; gardens and floral displays; music; dancing; doll, teddy bear and craft show.
For further information phone: (02) 4821 1839
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| OCTOBER 2009 |
30 SEP - 5 OCT: LILAC CITY FESTIVAL - GOULBURN
Annual festival with fireworks on Saturday at Seiffert Oval; street parade 3.00pm Sunday; gardens and floral displays; music; dancing; doll, teddy bear and craft show.
For further information phone: (02) 4821 1839
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3 OCT: ANNUAL SHOW - BRIBBAREE
Annual agricultural show.
For more information contact 6383 3306.
Bribbaree Showground
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IRISH WOOL FEST, BOOROWA
The Running of the Sheep has been likened to the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona. This is the Australian version where full wool merino sheep rampage down the main street of Boorowa in NSW leading the colourful street parade.
Other events in this free country street festival include the Blessing of the Fleece, a spiritual thanksgiving of the fine wool of the district, Irish dancers, Irish bands and singers, The Jitterbugs, a high energy, interactive, educational non stop musical extravaganza and a Grower's Market.
The National Flyball team (featuring hurdling dogs) have entered into the spirit by making the Irish Woolfest a major competition day. The Irish Woolfest won a commendation in the Canberra and Capital Region 2006 Tourism Awards and was recently featured on Getaway.
For more information phone (02) 6385 3962 or email: b.manion@boorowa.nsw.gov.au |
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5 OCT: TARALGA HISTORICAL SOCIETY - 0PEN DAY
The Society's annual open day, held at the Museum every long weekend in October.
Arts and crafts stalls, produce, fun and games for all the family.
The museum and archives will be opened for those wishing to see something of the past of the town, or catch up on the history of the families of the area. There will also be a reunion of former workers of the marble and calcite quarries at the Masonic Hall.
For more information contact: Mary Chalker, (02) 4840 2084
Taralga Museum, Orchard Street, Taralga.
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BURRANGONG PICNIC RACES - YOUNG
Annual picnic races.
For more information phone: (02) 6382 2130
Young Race Course, Temora Road, Young
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17 OCT: HARDEN KITE FESTIVAL
A spectacular event celebrated in Harden annually on the 3rd Saturday in October at the Harden Racecourse. This years Kite Festival is on the 18th October from 10.00am - 4.00pm and is a great FREE family day full of kite flying fun.
There will be plenty of kites to buy on the day for those who don't own their own. Musical entertainment from local and interstate musicians will entertain all and the many food and market stalls will keep the young and the young at heart busy for the day.
For more information phone: (02) 6386 2343.
Harden Race Course, Harden
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17 - 18 OCT: MURRUMBATEMAN FIELD DAYS
An annual event dedicated to small area farming, with exhibitors displaying a wide range of machinery, equipment and services with over 400 exhibitors including: Farm machinery of all types; Water tanks; Specialty foods; Trees and plants; A range of clothing; Farm and workshop tools; Community and support groups.
Open 8.00am to 5.00pm each day. Parking free, admission $12 (children under 16 free).
For more information contact the Field Days Office: (02) 6227 5895
Barton Highway, Murrumbateman |
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25 OCT: BUNGENDORE RODEO
The Bungendore Rodeo is presented by the St Mary's and St Philip's Combined Churches Rodeo Association Incorporated.
The Rodeo and Campdraft are conducted each year in October and November respectively.
Car parking and basic camping facilities. Food, merchandising outlets, drink bars and entertainment rides.
Events include bull, bareback riding; saddlebronc; steer wrestling; rope & tie; team roping; ladies barrel race; breakaway roping; steer undecorating.
For further information contact (02) 6238 1408
Rodeo Equestrian Sports & Recreation Reserve, Kings Highway, Bungendore. |
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| NOVEMBER 2009 |
WINDELLAMA SMALL FARMS FIELD DAY
Annual field day featuring Landcare, demonstrations & children's activities. The day will feature seminars, a speakers' corner, demonstrations plus educational and commercial exhibits to provide visitors with a wealth of ideas and information about living and working on small rural properties.
Gates open 9am. Admission: Adults: $5, Children: $2. Windellema Museum will also be open.
For more information contact (02) 4844 5188
Windellama Hall, Windellama
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FESTIVAL OF AUSTRALIAN MUSIC AND THE ARTS
A series of performances showcasing the work of Australian musicians and artists living in the Southern Tablelands area of the State.
For more information contact (02) 4821 2450.
Goulburn & surrounds
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CONVOY FOR KIDS CHARITY EVENT
Trucks convoy through Auburn Street at 10.10am with stalls, entertainment, monster auction, judging of the trucks.
Trucks assemble at Gateway Service Station at 8.00am then convoy through Auburn Street at 10.00am and arrive for a family day at Belmore Park.
Entertainment to be announced.
For more information phone: 1300 663 669
Belmore Park, Goulburn |
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7 NOV: YASS VALLEY HERITAGE CELEBRATION
On the Saturday large display of Heritage Sedan, Racing and Sports Cars, '60 Years of Holden', Military Vehicles and Fire Engines. Featuring a 1954 Kieft sports car, never seen in Australia and currently being restored locally and a 1938 Ford Special Grand Prix Car from Tasmania. Box Car Races, Food, Wine Tasting and much more. Local band: The Eagles Nest Band with Chad Croker from 10.00am - 1.00 pm (easy listening); Sydney Based Rock'n'roll/Blues Band: Hip Replacement - 2.00 - 5.00 pm. Band members from original Ol' 55 and other prominent 70's & 80's bands.
On the Sunday - Observation Run, Railway Museum, Heritage Model Train display and Fun Heritage Cricket Match. Entry Forms Available on request.
10.00am to 5.00pm each day. Admission free.
For more information contact (02) 6227 1111.
Banjo Paterson Park, Meehan Street Yass |
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YASS PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDE
Professional bull ride (replacing the traditional Rodeo). Gates open at 4.00pm, main event 7.00pm.
For more information phone (02) 6226 4535
Yass Showgrounds, Grand Junction Road, Yass.
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GUNDAROO BUSH FESTIVAL GUMBOOT GALA
A celebration of Gundaroo -- a country village with a unique heritage and a strong community spirit.
A day of fun for all the family: sheep dog trials, dog high jump and other dog events, billy cart races, pie-throwing competition, kids rides, markets, delicious country style food, displays, demonstrations and competitions.
Enter the gumboot decorating competition, the Gumboot Derby, or the Gumboot three-legged race.
The "Creative Country" art exhibition willl showcase talented local and regional artists.
The Gundaroo Bush Festival is sponsored by Telstra.
For more information phone Liz Clarke 0419 738 087 or see our website.
Gundaroo Village |
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13 - 15 NOV: MAJOR'S CREEK MUSIC FESTIVAL
Annual Music Festival at Major's Creek, near Braidwood with solo and group performers, choirs, and music workshops.
Dance programs, poetry, children's activities and other workshops.
Camping is free; no pets; no camp fires allowed; water and toilets available; showers at Elrington Hotel. Other accommodation available in Braidwood.
Craft, clothes and food stalls.
Bush dance in the hall from 7.00pm Friday and Saturday nights.
For more information phone Alison Smith (02) 4842 2139 or see our website.
Showgrounds, Major's Creek |
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21 - 22 NOV: TARALGA HERITAGE RALLY
Displays and demonstrations of vintage farm machinery, cras, bikes, tractors, steam engines, military vehicles and items from the Powerhouse Museum from 10.00am each day.
Activities include vintage tractor pull, tractor trek, threshing display, hand loaded baling, heritage games for kids and live entertainment on the Saturday night.
For more information contact (02) 4844 7016
Taralga Showground, Taralga.
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GOULBURN SPRING RACING CARNIVAL
Spring racing carnival with live racing on Melbourne Cup Day on the 4th; Calcutta Evening at the Workers Club evening 20th; Goulburn Cup Day on the 21st; Golf Day at the Goulburn Club on the 22nd; followed by Goulburn Workers Club Anniversray Cup Day on the 23rd.
For further information contact 4822 2222.
Goulburn Race Track, Racecourse Drive, Goulburn |
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ANNUAL ROSE SHOW - GOULBURN
Quota International's 17th annual Rose Show. Opening ceremony and dinner on the Friday night $20 per person; open on Saturday from 10.00am to 4.00pm - $2 per person.
For more information phone (02) 4821 3024
St. Saviour's Hall, Bourke Street, Goulburn |
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BRAIDWOOD QUILT EVENT
In November each year, the historic town of Braidwood becomes a mecca for quilters and tourists alike as it hosts this year the 12th Quilt Event and the famous 'Airing of the Quilts' on the Saturday.
In magnificent spring weather the main street is aglow with colour as quality quilts are strung up on the first floor verandahs with a backdrop of intricate and ornate iron work and wood.
Quilts also decorate shop windows, restaurants and cafes, and are exhibited Indoors. Plus indoor exhibition Saturday & Sunday at the National Theatre. Some 500 quilts are usually displayed.
A Fringe Festival will offer open artist's studios, quilt, textile and nostalgic exhibitions in the churches, open gardens sponsored by the Australian Open Garden Scheme and the Ryrie Park markets.
For more information contact Braidwood Quilters Inc, PO Box 135, Braidwood, NSW 2622. Phone (02) 4842 2355
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28 NOV: ANNUAL TALENT QUEST
The Cherry Capital Country Music Association Inc. presents its second annual talent quest.
For more information about the Association and its monthly meetings, or applications for the talent quest contact PO Box 923 Young 2594 or phone Kate Sneddon (02) 4822 6433.
Young Services Club Auditorium, Cloete Street, Young Information for members and their guests |
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OPEN GARDENS - BRAIDWOOD
In conjunction with the Braidwood Quilt Festival, some of Braidwood's best gardens will be open for inspection on the weekend.
For more information contact K. Penfold (02) 6929 3850
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DUTTON RALLY
The event comprises over 30 individual driving exercises. This NSW series will be based in Goulburn. Wakefield Park and other venues have been confirmed for both Friday and Saturday, among a few other old favorites, with the last day at Eastern Creek International Raceway and Western Sydney International Dragway.
For more information phone 4822 2811 or see the website.
Wakefield Park, Braidwood Road, Goulburn. |
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For further information phone: (02) 4832 1988
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17 DEC: ATTESTATION PARADE, NSW POLICE COLLEGE, GOULBURN
Traditional ceremony where students at the College are accepted as Probationary Constables for the NSW Police Force.
Held at 11.00am. For further information contact Police College at 4828 8525.
Goulburn Police College, McDermott Drive, Goulburn.
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FESTIVAL OF AUSTRALIAN MUSIC AND THE ARTS
A series of performances showcasing the work of Australian musicians and artists living in the Southern Tablelands area of the State.
For program see the website
For more information contact (02) 4821 2450.
Goulburn & surrounds
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GRABINE COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Weekend of country music with talent quest, with performances by top country music stars. (Full details on our website.)
Food and Bar services available for the duration of the event, and activities for the kids. Strictly no BYO.
Pre-purchased tickets: $40 adults, children under 12 $10, children under 5 free.
For more information and bookings phone (02) 4835 2345. Talent Quest entries should be forwarded to Dave Page, Production Manager - email jackemmy@aapt.net.au
Grabine Lakeside State Park, Grabine |
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NATIONAL CHERRY FESTIVAL - YOUNG
59th Festival with Cherry Festival Street Parade, Cherry Festival Ball, Cherry Festival Carnival, Celtic Tattoo Spectacular, The BIG Breakfast, Heritage Train Rides, Cherry Festival Bush Poets Competition & Breakfast, Jam Factory & Orchard Tours, Young & Region Farmer's Market, Market Day, Art & Photography Exhibitions, 'pick your own' cherries and lots more...
For more information contact Young Visitor Information Centre
Phone: (02) 6382 3394 - Fax: (02) 6382 5085 - email: tourist@young.nsw.gov.au |
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COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROLS - GOULBURN
Christmas fun for the kids and all the family in the centre of town with live performances and fireworks. Carols from 5.00pm to 10.30pm.
For more information phone 4821 1044.
Belmore Park, Goulburn
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CHRISTMAS CUP, GOULBURN
Annual Christmas Cup and TAB race meet.
For further information contact 4822 2222.
Goulburn Race Track, Racecourse Drive, Goulburn |
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APEX CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK - BRAIDWOOD
Christmas fun for the kids and all the family in the centre of town.
Ryrie Park, Wallace Street, Braidwood
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| JANUARY 2010 |
POULTRY FANCIERS' ASSOCIATION AUCTION
Includes sale of equipment and bird breeds. Commences 10.00am.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn
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24 - 26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY UTE MUSTER
The Currency Card Ute Muster is a three day event.
Lots of family entertainment, concerts. Enjoy the large of utes in the Show N Shine on Sunday. Trade stalls, UTE Queen competition, and celebrity appearances. Camping facilities available.
For further information phone Frank on 0409 123 396.
Goulburn Showground, Braidwood Road, Goulburn. |
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BUNGENDORE SHOW
Events include cattle, goats, sheep, poultry, donkeys, mules and of course horses (10 rings no less). The pavilion will house a diverse range of exhibits, from flowers to photography, handicrafts and needlework, preserves, home brews and vegetable and farm produce. There is also much scope for our younger entrants, with children's classes in many sections. Special events this year include U Beaut Ute Competition, Pet Parade Competition and Flat Chat Dog Competition plus bikes from ACT Motorcycle Club.
We are proud to have been hailed as the best little one day show in New South Wales and as we endeavour to live up once again to such an accolade, we hope you will enjoy all the Bungendore Show has to offer. Camping $5.00 per night.
For more information phone (02) 6238 1687 or email: taffytykes@bigpond.com
Bungendore Showground, Matthews Lane, Bungendore |
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25 - 26 JAN: TARALGA AUSTRALIA DAY RODEO PLUS
The annual Rodeo and festivities of Australia Day at Taralga attracts visitors from all over Australia.
(The official program is available on the Taralga Rodeo webpage.)
Hot food, cold drinks available, plus stalls, children's rides, amusements.
BBQ and camping facilities available for visitors.
Lot's of other activities available for families - museums, heritage village walks, Wombeyan Caves, Yerranderie Ghost Town, walking trails, trout fishing, golf, bowls, tennis, and trail bikes.
For more information phone/fax: Mary Mooney, (02) 4843 3016
Taralga Showground, Taralga. |
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26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY PICNIC IN THE PARK, GOULBURN
National Australia Day festivities - live entertainment, rides, stalls and free breakfast. Official program begins midday.
Belmore Park, Goulburn.
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26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY FUNCTION, BRAIDWOOD
Australia Day Function and community picnic in Braidwood from 11.30am to 1.30pm.
For more information contact R. Trevalion (02) 4842 2225.
Ryrie Park, Wallace Street, Braidwood.
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26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY IN THE PARK, CROOKWELL
Australia Day Function and community picnic in Crookwell.
For more information contact Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre, (02) 4832 1988 - email: crookwellvisitor@bigpond.com
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26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY BREAKFAST, YASS
Join in community activities with breakfast in Coronation Park, Yass - sausages, eggs & toast, coffee, tea & juice .
For more information contact Yass Information Centre: Phone: (02) 6226 2557 - Fax: (02) 6226 1509
email: yasstourism@interact.net.au
Coronation Park, Comur Street, Yass
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26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY BREAKFAST CELEBRATIONS, YOUNG
Australia Day Function and breakfast with address by Australia day Ambassador. Carrington Park, Young. Commences 8.00am
For more information contact Young Visitor Information Centre, (02) 6382 3394
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26 JAN: AUSTRALIA DAY FUNCTIONS, HARDEN DISTRICT
A day of activities starting with Breakfast, Newson Park, Albury St, Harden at 8.00am, gold coin donation. Then Australia Day Parade & Vintage Tractor Pull, Wombat Sports Ground, Wombat 10.00am - 4.00pm (Parade starts 12 noon); and Murrumburrah
Australia Day Festival - Yabby Cup Races, Marbles Tournament & Wet Sponge Throw-a-thon, Albury Street, Murrumburrah, starts 3.30pm at the Light Horse Memorial, then the Commercial Hotel. Proceeds to Murrumburrah Hospital Auxiliary
Harden - Murrumburrah
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6 - 7 FEB: BUNGENDORE COUNTRY MUSTER
One of Australia's largest country music festivals - a week of music and activities for country music lovers.
Features country music artists from around Australia, buskers, bush poets, Bush Ballads Awards & Concert.
Admission Saturday and Sunday: $25 per person/per day (kids under 15 free). Campsites available $5 per person per night (available commencing Jan 28th).
For more information phone: (02) 6238 0224
Bungendore Showground and Village |
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CHARITY RODEO
Annual rodeo by the Goulburn Rodeo Club. Starts 2.00pm.
For more information contact 0414 932 373.
Goulburn Showground, Braidwood Road, Goulburn
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THE BRAIDWOOD CUP
Annual race meeting at Braidwood held every year with full TAB and betting facilities, the highlight of which is the 'Braidwood Cup'.
For more information contact (02) 4842 2623
Braidwood Showground, Kings Highway, Braidwood.
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THE GUNNING RURAL SHOW
Annual agricultural show, normally held over two days at Gunning.
Performances and guest appearances, hospitality marquee and free camping on site. Food will be available, and the bar will be open until late. There's even a courtesy bus, leaving at 10.00pm, which goes to Gunning, Dalton, and Breadalbane. Children's activities on Sunday.
For more information contact Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre (02) 4832 1988 or email: secretary@gunningshow.org.au
Gunning Showground, Gunning. |
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11 - 14 FEB: 14TH AUSTRALIAN BLUES MUSIC FESTIVAL, GOULBURN
The National Festival of Australian Blues Music. A multi-venue festival throughout historic Goulburn, showcasing Australian talent. Line up TBA.
Includes free performances in Belmore Park for all the family, plus subscription performances (one to 3 days) at other venues.
Avoid disappointment, be sure to book your accommodation early. Please phone and ask to join the mailing list for updates on the Festival & special offers.
For more information contact the Goulburn Visitors Information Centre: 1800 353 646 or (02) 4823 4492 |
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FEB: CROOKWELL SHOW
130th Annual show. Alpacas, champion dogs, cattle, poultry, sheep, shearing and woodchopping. Land Showgirl competition.
Admission: $10 Adults, $5 Schoolchildren 10-16 years, Children under 10 years Free, $5 Pensioners.
For more information phone 4832 0016 or contact Showground Office Ph/Fax (02) 4832 1140 (P.O. Box 13 Crookwell NSW 2583) or email secretary@crookwellshow.com.au
Crookwell Showgrounds, Crookwell. |
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YASS PICNIC RACES
Featuring a 6 race program, interstate betting, full bar (undercover) and fashions on the field. Food & drinks available, children's activities. A great day of fun and frivolities for everyone!
First race to start at 12.30pm - Last race 5.15pm. Busses leaving from the Clubhouse Hotel & The Australian Hotel.
For more information Phone: (02) 6226 2557 - Fax: (02) 6226 1509
email: yasstourism@interact.net.au
Marchmont Racecourse, Yass
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BOOROWA SHOW
Annual agricultural show with a friendly rural atmosphere.
Dog Championships, pavilion displays, sheep show on the Friday.
On the Saturday: Animal exhibits, alpacas, yard dogs championships, photography, reptile exhibition, bushman kids' sports, fine arts competition.
Plus live music at the Musicfest, sheep championships, sheep shearing and U-beaut-Ute competitions. Refreshments available. See the exhibits in the pavilion and local manufacturers' displays.
For more information contact Fiona Henderson (02) 6227 2860.
Boorowa Showgrounds, Boorowa
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6 MAR: CROOKWELL COUNTRY FAIR
The Crookwell Country Fair is a highlight of Crookwell's calendar. It is a fabulous event with street stalls, a grand parade, music and lots of activities. Thousands of locals and visitors mingle with one aim in mind - to relax and have fun.
The main street of Crookwell turns into a market and entertainment space. Live music, dancers, marching girls, clowns and stilt walkers take centre stage, while children with balloons and painted faces chase each other through the crowds, Grand Parade and helicopter joy rides.
For more information contact Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre (02) 4832 1988 - email: crookwellvisitor@goulburn.net.au |
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ANNUAL ROSE SHOW - GOULBURN
Over 10,000 roses on display plus talks for rose enthusiasts, sale of roses and plants by local nurseries, stalls and tours of rose gardens around Goulburn. Open 11.00am to 6.00pm Sat; 10.00am to 4.00pm Sun. Admission $5, children under 12 years free.
For more information phone (02) 4821 1159
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6 - 14 MAR: CELEBRATION OF HERITAGE AND ROSES - GOULBURN (Incorporating Cathedral Week.)
Large number of events during the annual festival with special openings and guided tours of heritage buildings, museums and St. Saviour's Cathedral..
For more information and a printed program phone 1800 353 646.
Various locations - Goulburn
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A.P & H SHOW - TARALGA
Traditional annual country agricultural show (established 1888) which highlights the agriculture and produce of the rich farming land around Taralga.
Horses, pavilion exhibits, arts and crafts, flowers, photo and home brewing competitions, and a wealth of local products including sheep, beef cattle, fat lambs, berries and wines.
For more information contact (02) 4843 3141 or info@taralgashow.com
Taralga Showground, Bannaby Road, Taralga. |
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KENMORE HOSPITAL MUSEUM OPEN DAYS
Annual open days of the 19th century museum showing exhibitions of the psychiatric asylum. This year the theme is 'Kenmore & War - WWI and WWII'.
Who were the hospital staff that answered the call for duty?
Where did they serve? What was happening at Kenmore during both wars
and after?
Open 10.00am to 4.00pm. Tours of the Hospital grounds at 11.00am and 2.00pm sharp. Entry by gold coin.
For more information phone (02) 4827 3412
Kenmore Hospital Museum, Goulburn |
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THE BRAIDWOOD SHOW
Traditional annual country agricultural show held at Braidwood every year on the same ground since 1876. This year is the 130th annual show - well worth a visit to see a real country show.
Pavilions of country produce and animals and displays in the main arena; horse displays and competitions plus show jumping; beef cattle, sheep, alpaca and poultry exhibitions; farm and dairy produce, vegetables and fruit displays; handicrafts, art, photography, and floral displays; Sheep Counting Competition; Home brewed beer and wines; tug o' war; chainsaw competition; blockbusting and crosscut saw exhibitions; vintage cars and engines
Entrance $10.00.
For more information contact (02) 4847 5095; email: secretary@braidwoodshow.com.au
Braidwood Showground, Kings Highway, Braidwood |
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TARAGO ANNUAL SHOW
Local country show featuring various events, championship dog show, sheep exhibits, side shows and pavilion displays. Bar and food, and car park facilities available. Free entertainment: Reptile Display, Magic Show, Shearing competition, Tug of War, Vintage & Classic Cars and Engines, Face Painting and competitions for children of all ages.
Open 9.00am to 5.00pm. Entry $8 adults, $4 concession, children under 16 free.
For more information phone: (02) 4844 5518 or email: : dlaughtane@harboursat.com.au
Tarago Showground and Entertainment Area, Braidwood Road, Tarago |
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20 - 21 MAR: GOULBURN AP&H SOCIETY SHOW
One of southern NSW's most important agricultural shows. Displays of agricultural products and activities. Equestrian events, working dogs, cattle, goats and sheep. Pavilions with displays, flowers and crafts. Entertainment for children. Includes Goulburn Workers Club Rodeo.
Entry: Adults $10.00, Children $5.00, Concession $5.00, Pre-School aged free, Family (2 Adults, 2 Children 16 yrs & under) $35.00.
For more information phone: (02) 4844 4387.
Goulburn Showground, Braidwood Road, Goulburn |
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TWO FIRES FESTIVAL
The Two Fires Festival celebrates the two fires of the life of poet Judith Wright - Arts and Activism. Judith lived in Braidwood for the last thirty years of her life.
Two Fires is a cultural festival that provides a gathering place for robust discussion of the environment, the arts, poetry and literature, performance, indigenous culture and a film festival showing four indigenous short films, and provides entertainment to suit everyone. Of particular interest will be exploration of the new concept of Transition Towns in an informative forum and workshop.
This year's festival will be attended by Professor Mick Dodson, Australian of the Year, and feature performers for the Saturday night concert, the entertainment highlight of the festival, will be Archie Roach and Ruby Hunter, together with members of their band.
Full program available on our website. For more information email enquiries@twofiresfestival.org
Braidwood village & district |
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YASS SHOW AND RODEO
Horticultural & Agricultural Show. Dog Events, Wood Chopping, Shearing competition & Wether Trial, Sheep, Cattle, Poultry & Bird exhibits, Art, Flowers, Photographic and Cooking exhibits, Animal Nursery, Market Stalls and Commercial Sites, Sideshow Alley, Rides plus much much more.
Gates open 8.00am both days. Rodeo on Saturday night. Starts 5.30pm until late. Main events under lights.
Admission: Adults Saturday $13.00/Sunday $8.00; Children under 18 $5 both days, under 5yrs free.
For more information contact PO Box 132 Yass NSW 2582. Phone (02)6226 1615 - Fax (02) 6226 3528- email yassshow@bigpond.com
Yass Showgrounds, Yass |
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KENMORE HOSPITAL MUSEUM OPEN DAYS
Annual open days of the 19th century museum showing exhibitions of the psychiatric asylum. This year the theme is 'Kenmore & War - WWI and WWII'.
Who were the hospital staff that answered the call for duty?
Where did they serve? What was happening at Kenmore during both wars
and after?
Open 10.00am to 4.00pm. Tours of the Hospital grounds at 11.00am and 2.00pm sharp. Entry by gold coin.
For more information phone (02) 4827 3412
Kenmore Hospital Museum, Goulburn |
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17 APR: BUNDANOON IS BRIGADOON
For one day every year the mythical village of Brigadoon rises from the mists, and Bundanoon in the Southern Highlands become Brigadoon - one of the world's largest Highland Gatherings.
Hundreds of pipers and drummers, a street parade, massed bands, Highland Games (toss the caber!), and hundreds of stalls, displays and activities.
Bundanoon is Brigadoon normally attracts over 20,000 visitors from around Australia, and is one of the major events of the Southern Highlands.
Not to be missed! Whether you are of Scots ancestry, or looking for one of the most enjoyable and interesting of days out with the family, a trip to Brigadoon (perhaps on the steam train) will be a day to remember.
Lots of things to do and see, and heaps of activities for the kids to join in.
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BINDA PICNIC RACES
Historic annual country picnic races - one of the most important in NSW.
The first race meeting was held on the Binda Property, "Funny Hill", owned by the Carr family, in 1848 and the track is the oldest country racetrack in Australia.
Meeting were held annually until World War 1, and then suspended again when World War 2 began. The races resumed in 1943, the year the war finished, and meetings have been held annually since then.
The present day "Binda Picnics" as they are popularly known, attract a crowd of around 1500 people and the day is a social occassion for all racegoers.
Lunch is available and a bar operates on the day. Eight bookmakers cover the local races only and there is no TAB on course. Buses run from Crookwell to the races and then return to Crookwell after the last race.
Gates Open 10.00am; First Race 12.30pm; Last Race 4.45pm.
Information on membership or any aspect of this year's race meeting may be obtained from the secretary, Dianne Layden, by phone on 4832 1376 or by email to dlayden2@yahoo.com.au. For more information contact Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre (02) 4832 1988 - email: crookwellvisitor@bigpond.com
Binda Racetrack "Funny Hill", Binda |
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BLACK & COLOURED SHEEP BREEDERS ASSOC - SPINNING, WEAVING & WOOLCRAFT FESTIVAL
Display of coloured sheep and the wool products derived from them.
Spinning, weaving, carding and felting demonstrations of the wool; speed knitting competition; and fashion parades of clothing made from coloured wools.
Sale of wool fleeces, spinning & weaving supplies, and other wool products. Refreshments available.
Open from 10.00am. For more information phone: 4841 0528 or 4465 1601.
Robertson School of Arts, Illawarra Highway, Robertson. |
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GOULBURN SWAP MEET
One of Australia's largest swap meets. The Goulburn Swap Meet is conducted by
the Goulburn-Mulwaree Rotary Club and has been operating for 20 years.
Primarily a market sale of used motor vehicle parts (some stalls for tools & bric-a-brac).
Gates open 6.00am. Tickets available at the gate (14 years and under free).
For more information and to book sites phone Goulburn Visitor Information Centre
(02) 4823 4492
Goulburn Showground, Braidwood Road, Goulburn
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JERRAWA SHOW
Annual agricultural show - known as the "Little Royal". Includes Jerrawa Ute Competition.
For more information phone (02) 6227 5441
Jerrawa Showground, Jerrawa.
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LAMBING FLAT FESTIVAL, YOUNG
Annual heritage festival which features a re-enactment of the reading of the Riot Act during the 1860's uprising on the gold fields.
Gold Panning Demonstrations, re-enactment of the reading of the Riot Act, Horse and Carriage rides, Bush Poetry, Live entertainment & lots more.
For more information contact Young Visitor Information Centre
Phone: (02) 6382 3394 - Fax: (02) 6382 5085 - email: tourist@young.nsw.gov.au
Carrington Park, Young
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ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE
Held from 5.00am to 7.00pm at Goulburn War Memorial. Hot drinks and refreshments available after the service - museum open all day.
For more information phone M. Bullivant, (02) 4823 4462
Goulburn War Memorial & Museum, Rocky Hill, Goulburn.
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OPEN GARDENS, CROOKWELL
Open Garden Scheme events around Crookwell and Garden Lovers Market.
For more information phone Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre (02) 4832 1988
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BACK TO BASICS - CAMPOUT MUSIC SESSION AND CAMPFIRE WEEKEND
Singing, camping, campfires and living with nature. Just 1/2 hour from Goulburn..... Follow the signs from Windellama Road, Goulburn, Marulan, Tarago or Bungonia.
Fundraiser for Windellama Rural Fire Brigade and other local charities. Friday night campfire; Saturday....Walkup Entertainment from 11.00am to 5.00pm. Featuring Bryen & Karen Willems, Mark Willers (balladeer), poets and more!
Drinking water only. Food and drinks at affordable prices. No bar facilities. BYO chairs, torch, voices, instruments (so you can join in), and all weather gear and long johns. Tickets Adult $15.
For more information contact 4844 7118 or email: countryradio_carolyn@hotmail.com
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BOOKHAM SHEEP SHOW AND COUNTRY FAIR
The showcase for breeders of the quality superfine, fine and medium woolgrowing sheep of the region. Six classes for ewes and pens of ewes, also commercial wethers. Ribbons, sashes and championship trophies. A feature is the Junior Judging Competition with expert commentary from experienced judges.
Craft and produce stalls, sheep dog trials, food stalls, dog flyball or terrier racing, Jumping Castle and other events for kids, country and western entertainers.
Open 9.00am to 5.00pm. Admission is free and all profits go to the Red Cross and Hospital Auxiliary.
For further Information phone (02) 6227 7843
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BRAIDWOOD HERITAGE DAY CELEBRATIONS
Celebration of Braidwood's heritage, with activities around the village.
For more information phone June Weatherstone (02) 4842 2355
Wallace Street, Braidwood.
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COLLECTOR VILLAGE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
Annual festival celebrating the pumpkin. Starts with the Pumpkin Festival Ball followed by festivities on the Sunday.
For more information contact: Helen De Bruin - M: 0428 600 810 - F:02 4848 0040 -
email: tickets@pumpkinfestival.com.au
Collector Memorial Hall and village. |
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APPLE DAY - TALLONG
The Tallong Community Focus Group, is organising a Family & Friends Fun Day and celebrations to recognise the heritage of Tallong. Apples will be the theme of the day and any profits will be distributed to the local community.
Lots of street market stalls, including local produce stalls with apples and a variety of products for sale (new stall holders are welcome); displays of classic cars and steam engines; food and refreshments; history exhibition; novelty games; chocolate wheel; photographic and apple peeling competitions for all ages; street theatre; live music; quilt and craft displays; displays by ambulance and rural fire brigade and an 'APPLE' bake-off competition (pies, cakes, tarts, chutneys, etc.). Any profits will be distributed to the local community.
Open from 9.00am to 3.00pm. For more information contact Geoff Clark, (02) 4841 0577.
The Tallong Apple Day Festival is made possible in part with sponsorship by the Goulburn Tourist Information Centre, Campbell & Anderson, Copeland Development and Munster Excavations P/L.
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ATTESTATION PARADE, NSW POLICE COLLEGE, GOULBURN
Traditional ceremony where students at the College are accepted as Probationary Constables for the NSW Police Force.
Held at 11.00am. For further information contact Police College at 4828 8525.
Goulburn Police College, McDermott Drive, Goulburn.
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GOULBURN NORTH P.S. FUN & FIREWORKS NIGHT
An evening of fun and fireworks for all the family. Gates open 3.30pm. Amusement Rides, Sample bags, fairy floss, face painting, lucky dips, stalls, BBQ & Glow in the dark toys. Unlimited ride tickets available between 4.00pm and 7.00pm.
Tickets available at gate.
For more information phone 0428 298 157
Union Street, Goulburn.
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POULTRY FANCIERS' AUCTION
Includes sale of equipment such as incubators, feeders, carry boxes and other bird breeds.
Starts 10.00am. For more information phone 4844 7133.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn.
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