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1 - 29 FEB: SUMMERSIDE FESTIVAL
With summer just around the corner, what better way to get out and enjoy the sunshine than at the inaugural Summerside Festival.
Celebrating everything good about summer in the Capital, this month-long festival will be full of alfresco dining events celebrating local and seasonal produce, opportunities to taste the best of the region's wines as well as innovative and exciting performances, events and exhibitions highlighting local talent.
So grab your sunscreen and hat and discover summer in the Capital with a lazy long lunch, twilight garden concert, master class, champagne and wine tasting or make a weekend of it at one of our B&Bs.
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4 - 5 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 only Australia, buskers, bush poets, Bush Ballads Awards & Concert. Bus service between showground and village.
Admission Saturday and Sunday: $30 per person/per day (kids under 15 free). Campsites available $5 per person per night, powered sites $10/day extra. All money raised during the festival goes to the local community and on improving the facilities for patrons.
For more information phone: (02) 6238 0224
Bungendore Showground and Village |
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9 - 12 FEB: 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) 4821 4913 |
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11 - 12 FEB: CROOKWELL SHOW
Annual show since 1878. Includes exhibitions of champion dogs, cattle, poultry, sheep, horses, shearing, woodchopping and harness racing. 'The Land' Showgirl competition. Activities for kids and all the family, refreshments and sideshows.
Admission: $10 Adults, $5 Schoolchildren 10-16 years, Children under 10 years Free, $5 Pensioners.
For more information phone 4832 0016, mobile 0427 110 637, or contact the Showground Office (P.O. Box 13 Crookwell NSW 2583) - email secretary@crookwellshow.com.au
Crookwell Showgrounds, Crookwell. |
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12 FEB: REIDSDALE FOOD AND CIDER AFFAIR
Vintage, Classic Car and Bike Clubs invited to take part in a day out sponsored by the Monkittee Driving Club Braidwood to raise funds for the "Snowy Hydro SouthCare Aero-Medical Rescue Helicopter.
Arrive Braidwood at 10.30am, static displays at Ryrie Park, explore Braidwood. Street Parade at 12.30 then on to The Old Cheese Factory Reidsdale for lunch and an afternoon's entertainment.
Tickets $20 per person - includes lunch, entertainment and cider tasting. Tickets limited and must be purchased before the 5th February - phone (02) 4846 1999.
The Old Cheese Factory, 92 Sawyers Ridge Road, Reidsdale |
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18 FEB: CHARITY RODEO
Annual rodeo by the Goulburn Rodeo Club. Starts 4.00pm.
The full program includes; bullride, saddlebronc, bareback, steerwrestling, steer riding, rope and tie, steer undecorating, barrel racing, team roping and breakaway roping.
Run by volunteers with proceeds raised given to local Goulburn charities.
For more information contact 0419 694 812.
Goulburn Showground, Braidwood Road, Goulburn
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18 FEB: 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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19 FEB : THE GUNNING RURAL SHOW
Annual agricultural show.
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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19 FEB: PRO RODEO & CARNIVAL STAMPEDE
Includes truck and ute show. Gates open 10.00am, show starts at 1.00pm.
Entry $20 per person, $45 family of four.
For more information contact 0431 757 996.
Yass Showground, Grandjunction Road, Yass.
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| MARCH 2012 |
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24 -25 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.
open 9.00am - 6.00pm. Entry: Adults $12.00, Children/Concession $5.00, Pre-School aged free, Family (2 Adults, 2 Children 16 yrs & under) $35.00.
For more information phone: (02) 4821 6813
Goulburn Showground, Braidwood Road, Goulburn |
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2 - 4 MAR: 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 - PO Box 54 Boorowa 2586; phone/fax - (02) 6227 2889 - email - boorowashow@hotmail.com
Boorowa Showgrounds, Boorowa
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3 MAR: 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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3 MAR: CROOKWELL POTATO FESTIVAL
The highlight of Crookwell's calendar - now celebrating Crookwell's long association of over 150 years with the potato.
The main street of Crookwell turns into a market and entertainment space. Live music, dancers, marching girls, performers, kid's activities, art exhibition, tours of potato farms, displays and demonstrations.
For more information contact Upper Lachlan Visitor Information Centre (02) 4832 1988 - email: crookwellvisitor@bigpond.com |
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11 MAR: 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 $10 adults, $5 concession, children under 12 free.
For more information phone: (02) 4844 5518
Tarago Showground and Entertainment Area, Braidwood Road, Tarago |
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12 -13 MAR: 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. Activities also include a bush poetry competition and display of entries in the Taralga Rodeo Photo Competition.
For more information: phone - (02) 4840 2041; fax - (02) 4828 6610; email info@taralgashow.com
Taralga Showground, Bannaby Road, Taralga. |
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17 MAR: 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. Bookmakers cover the local races only - 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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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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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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KENMORE HOSPITAL MUSEUM OPEN DAYS
Annual open days of the 19th century museum showing exhibitions of the psychiatric asylum. The museum is in a foremr ward and resembles how it was in 1895. This year the theme is 'Kenmore: Reflections on our Past'.
Open SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS ONLY 10.00am to 4.00pm. Tours of the Hospital grounds at 11.00am and 2.00pm sharp ($4/head extra, takes approx. 1 1/2 hours). Entry $4 adults (children under 10 free).
For more information phone (02) 4821 2587.
Kenmore Hospital Museum, Taralga Road, Goulburn |
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GIANT MARKET DAY FESTIVAL - YASS
Annual festival has all the charm of a country fair, with animals to pat, rides for the kids, lots of live entertainment for ages, plus demonstration as well as over 200 stalls with lots of variety to pick from handmade craft, fresh produces, second hand items, jewellery, clothes, books, bags and much much more.
Bring a picnic and sit by the river and relax, while the kids enjoy all the activities in the riverbank park under the bridge in the main st of Yass.
Open 9.00am to 3.00pm. Entry is by gold coin donation which goes to the locate scouts group.
For more information contact (02) 6226 4443 or 1styassscouts@gmail.com
Riverbank Park, Comur Street, Yass
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SUTTON COUNTRY FAIR & UTE MUSTER
A fantastic family event! Check out the Utes! Browse the market stalls while to kids are busy winning prizes on the school games.
See up to 60 utes compete for prizes in the Ute Muster.
Open 10.00am to 2.00pm.
For more information and entry form contact fuller_clan@yahoo.com.au
Sutton Public School Oval, Bywong Street, Sutton
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9 APR: JERRAWA SHOW
Annual agricultural show - known as the "Little Royal". Includes Jerrawa Ute Competition.
For more information: phone (02) 6227 5441; email petercnewman@optusnet.com.au
Jerrawa Showground, Jerrawa.
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17 - 18 APR: 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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21 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 15,000 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 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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25 APR: 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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KENMORE HOSPITAL MUSEUM OPEN DAYS
Annual open days of the 19th century museum showing exhibitions of the psychiatric asylum. The museum is in a former ward and resembles how it was in 1895. This year the theme is 'Kenmore: Reflections on our Past'.
Open SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS ONLY 10.00am to 4.00pm. Tours of the Hospital grounds at 11.00am and 2.00pm sharp ($4/head extra, takes approx. 1 1/2 hours). Entry $4 adults (children under 10 free).
For more information phone (02) 4821 2587.
Kenmore Hospital Museum, Taralga Road, Goulburn |
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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.
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 $20.
For more information contact 4844 7118 or email: countryradio_carolyn@hotmail.com
Muffets Road, Quialigo |
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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
Bookham Recreation Ground, Hume Highway (35kms from Yass towards Gundagai) |
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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: info@visityoung.com.au
Carrington Park, Young
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HARDEN SHIRE GOLD TRAIL FESTIVAL
Annual festival with re-enactment of historic events 1860 - 1897 connected to the discovery of gold on the Burrangong Goldfields; bail-ups and shooting by Bushranger Johnny O'Meally; special short Chinese Play for 150th Anniversary of Lambing Flat Riots; Parade and "Charge" of Light Horsemen wearing 1st Australian (volunteer) Horse, Boer War, WW1 uniforms.
See pack horses, bullock team and waggon. Fossicking with gold pans and cradle, games for children and adults, food and market stalls. Admission $2 adults, $1 children, $5 family. Wheelchair access, free parking. Good walking shoes are recommended.
For more information phone: (02) 6386 2555.
Murrumburrah Showground, Woolrych Street, Murrumburrah |
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SOUTHERN TABLELANDS COUNTRY MUSIC TALENT QUEST
Come along on Friday to settle in, meet and greet, join the Veterans' Section and Walkups.
Talent Quest commences 9.00am Saturday with evening guest artists Christie lamb and 2011 Golden Guitar Winner Peter Denahy. Presentation and judges' guest spots Sunday
(ends 2.00pm). Entry forms from glbnmusic@virginbroadband.com.au
Admission 1/2/3 day: adult $15/$25, $35; aged pensioner $12, $20, $25; children under 18 $8, $12, $20; family (2 adults, 2 children) $40, $70, $70.
Camping facilities available (powered sites by booking before 1st March - phone 0437 340 112).
For more information phone 0450 485 574.
Windellama Hall, Windellama.
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BRAIDWOOD RODEO
(Southern Zone Finals of the ABCRA.)
Commences 9.00am with main program at noon followed by dinner and dance in the hall in the evening.
For more information email: braidwoodrodeoclub@yahoo.com.au
Braidwood Showground, Braidwood.
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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 over 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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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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5 MAY: FESTIVAL OF BRAIDWOOD
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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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.
Memorial Hall and surrounds, Tallong |
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COLLECTOR VILLAGE PUMPKIN FESTIVAL
Annual harvest festival celebrating the pumpkin. Starts with the Pumpkin Festival Ball on Saturday evening followed by festivities on the Sunday.
Over 60 market stalls, music and entertainment, vintage farm machinery and classic cars and rural demonstrations. Activities for all the family. Entrance $5, children free.
For more information contact: 0414 881 512 -
email: info@pumpkinfestival.com.au
Collector Memorial Hall and village. |
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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 8501.
Goulburn Police College, McDermott Drive, Goulburn.
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HALL UTE COMPETITION AND FAMILY DAY
Activities will commence at Flemington Road, Mitchell where Ute Competition entrants will meet at 11.00 a.m. for an 11.30 a.m. departure to "cruise" to Hall. All entrants will have their vehicles parked at the Polocrosse Ground by 12.30 p.m. Awarding of the Ute Competition prizes is scheduled to commence at 3.30 p.m. This is a static ute competition.
Barbecue all day; music; children's activities; historic engines; monster raffle and more for all the family. Entrance free. All profits from the day will be donated to Snowy Hydro SouthCare.
For more information contact enquiries@hallutecomp.com or phone 0427 368 266 (AH).
Polo Crosse Grounds, Hall ACT |
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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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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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BOOROWA PICNIC RACES
Annual picnic race meet. Held at 12.00noon. For further information contact boorowapicnicraceclub@hotmail.com
Boorowa Showground, Ballyryan Road, Boorowa.
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QUILT SHOW, YOUNG
Annual quilt show by Lions Club of Young Inc. Entrance $5, proceeds to charity.
Quilts are not judged, it is just a great way to display your work and assist with fundraising at the same time. Workshops in quilting and bead embellishment by Fiona Hammond.
For more information phone 6382 4498.
Young Services Club Cloete Street, Young.
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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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1 - 31 AUG: FIRESIDE FESTIVAL
The Fireside Festival is a series of events celebrating winter in the Canberra region throughout the month of August. Held across 25 venues, the festival includes degustation dinners, cooking classes, wine tastings, performances, special exhibitions and relaxing B&B packages all with a winter theme.
For more details, visit www.firesidefestival.com.au
For more information contact 6226 2557.
Yass village and surrounds.
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ANNUAL SPRING POULTRY SHOW
Goulburn Poultry fanciers' annual show. Commences 9.00am, entry free. Refreshments available.
Goulburn Show Grounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn.
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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 $20 adults, $10 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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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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ANNUAL SHOW - HARDEN - MURRUMBURRAH
Annual agricultural show.
For more information contact PO Box 214 Harden 2587; phone (02) 6386 5060; fax (02) 6386 5061; email jantekooti@yahoo.com.au
Murrumburrah Showground, Woolrych St, Murrumburrah
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GOULBURN TO SYDNEY CYCLE CLASSIC
Annual classic bike race from Goulburn to Sydney.
Main race leaves Clifford Street, Goulburn 7.30am, 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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DAFFODIL TEA AND SPRING FAIR
Annual Fair featuring flower show, stalls, auction and refreshments. Open 9.00am to 3.00pm.
For more information phone (02) 4843 8122.
St. Luke's Church Hall, Taralga
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MARULAN KITE FESTIVAL
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. and Fireworks Spectacular.
Open 9.00am to 4.00pm. For more information phone 0410 525 965.
Marulan Hall & Tony Onions Park, Marulan
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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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ANNUAL SHOW - YOUNG
Annual agricultural show.
For more information contact Po Box 154 Young 2594; phone (02) 6382 2079.
Goulburn Showgrounds, Braidwood Road, Goulburn
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LILAC CITY FESTIVAL - GOULBURN
Annual festival with fireworks and entertainment on Saturday at Seiffert Oval (gates open 4.30pm); Auburn Street parade 3.00pm Sunday; gardens and floral displays; music; dancing; doll, teddy bear and craft show, children's activities.
For further information phone: (02) 4821 1839
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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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BRIBAREE SHOW
Annual agricultural show with pavilion displays, ring events, working dogs, sheep and wool exhibits, refreshments. Rides and activities for all the family.
For more information phone (02) 6347 1361.
Bribaree Showgrounds, Bribaree
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TARALGA HISTORICAL SOCIETY - 0PEN DAY
The Society's annual open day, held at the Museum every Sunday in the long weekend in October.
Arts and crafts stalls, produce, fun and games for all the family. Commences 1.30pm.
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. Performance by "Mpuntain Dew"
For more information contact: Mary Chalker, (02) 4840 2084.
Taralga Museum, Orchard Street, Taralga.
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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, 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. Special appearance by Luke Dickens.
For more information phone (02) 6385 3962 or email: b.manion@boorowa.nsw.gov.au
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GUNNING FIREWORKS FESTIVAL
Annual fireworks festival with one of the largest display finales outside of Sydney.
Pyrotechnic demonstrations, market stalls, entertainment, food stalls and children's activities. Open 3.00 - 9.00pm. Entry $10 adults, $5 children under 14, $25 family or car.
For more information contact PO Box 7185 Watson ACT 2602; phone (02) 4845 1051; info@gunningfireworksfestival.com.au
Gunning Showground
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GUNNING SPRING ART SHOW & SALE
Art exhibition and sale over several days - with Fireworks and Car Boot Sale on the weekend.
Catholic Parish Hall, Cullivan Street, Gunning
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HARDEN KITE FESTIVAL
A fabulous family festival with kite flying & competitions for all ages with $700 in prizes and lucky draws to be won. Jumping castle, merry-go-round and free face painting for the kids. Lots of food and market stalls. A classic vehicle display for car enthusiasts. Demonstrations of paragliding, kite buggy, land boarding, radio control model flying and, weather permitting, ballooning. Live music by Phat Boyz.
Bring your own kite or buy one on the day. This is an alcohol-free event.
Open 11.00am to 5.00pm. Entry by donation.
For more information phone: 6386 3526.
Harden Picnic Race Course, Harden |
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BURRANGONG PICNIC RACES - YOUNG
Annual picnic races from noon to 6.00pm.
For more information phone: (02) 6382 2130
Young Race Course, Temora Road, Young
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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 Adults $15 each day; children 6 - 16 free ; family and weekend passes available.
For more information contact the Field Days Office: (02) 6227 5895
Barton Highway, Murrumbateman |
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HARDEN PICNIC RACES
Annual picnic races starting at 1.00pm. Six race program, food stalls, bars and fashion.
For more information phone: 0401 066 734.
Harden Race Course, Burley Griffin Way, Harden
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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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CROOKWELL ROTARY SWAP MEET
Annual swap meet and market day. Car parts, autos, books, tools, antiques & collectibles, arts & crafts. Open 6.00am to 1.00pm.
Display of steam engines, vintage cars & bikes and horse drawn vehicles.
For more information phone (02) 4832 2153
Crookwell Showgrounds
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WINDELLAMA SMALL FARMS FIELD DAY
Annual field day featuring Landcare, demonstrations & children's activities. The day will feature sustainable and rural-focussed exhibits, seminars, a speakers' corner, displays, demonstrations plus educational and commercial exhibits to provide visitors with a wealth of ideas and information about living and working on small rural properties. Children's activities, market stlls, refreshments.
Gates open 9am. Admission: Adults - $5, Pensioners $3, Children under 15 free. Windellema Museum will also be open.
For more information contact (02) 4844 5120
Windellama Hall, Windellama
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CLASSIC YASS - CELEBRATION OF HERITAGE MOTORING
An event put together by four local Yass Valley groups - the Yass Antique Motor Club, YASSarts, Yass Red Cross. and the Rotary Club of Yass. It includes the YAMC Celebration of Heritage Motoring in Banjo Paterson Park, Rotary Billy Cart Derby, Red Cross Open Gardens & the YASSarts Arts Trail.
Thousands attended last year's event and there truly was something for everyone.
Other events in the region over the weekend include: The Rotary Club of Yass 'Farmers Market' and 'Balloon Aloft' balloon rides on the 5th.
10.00am to 3.00pm each day. Admission free.
For more information contact (02) 6227 1111.
Banjo Paterson Park, Meehan Street Yass |
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WINE, ROSES AND ALL THAT JAZZ FESTIVAL
Held at 22 cellar doors across the Canberra District, the region's finest wineries will come alive with wine tastings, delicious local cuisine and entertainment during the first weekend of November.
Meet some of Canberra's highly acclaimed vignerons while sampling their award-winning reds and whites all against a backdrop of live music.
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NOV: GOULBURN SPRING RACING CARNIVAL
Spring racing carnival with live racing on Melbourne Cup Day; S, Highlands Cup; Goulburn Cup Day.
For further information contact 4822 2222.
Goulburn Race Track, Racecourse Drive, Goulburn |
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TUBBUL CAMPDRAFT
An ABCRA affiliated event. Competitors in all age groups compete over 3 days with 2 rounds and finals. Gates open 3.00pm Friday, 6.00am Saturday and 7.00am Sunday.
For more information contact (02) 6382 1707.
Bribabaree Showground |
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MAJOR'S CREEK MUSIC FESTIVAL
NOT IN 2010
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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YASS RODEO
Annual rodeo. Camping and stabling available at the venue. Bar and centeen open.
Open at 10.00am, finishes 10.00pm. Admission $15 adults, $40 family, school age children $10.
For more information phone 0409 912 267
Yass Showground, Grand Junction Road, Yass
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ANNUAL ROSE SHOW - GOULBURN
Quota International's 23rd 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 7270.
St. Saviour's Hall, Bourke Street, Goulburn |
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CCMA ANNUAL TALENT QUEST
The Cherry Capital Country Music Association Inc. presents its 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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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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GUNDAROO BUSH FESTIVAL GUMBOOT GALA
A celebration of Gundaroo -- a country village with a unique heritage and a strong community spirit.
Bring the whole family along for a day of fun including sheep dog trials, dog high jump and other dog events, woodchop competition, kids rides, markets, delicious country-style food, displays, bush poetry, pantomimes, demonstrations and competitions.
Build your own billy cart and enter the billy cart race, try a helicopter joy ride, or enter some of the novelty events like the barrel 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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TARALGA TRACTOR TREK & HERITAGE RALLY
Displays and demonstrations of vintage farm machinery, cars, bikes, tractors, steam engines, 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. On site camping and catering available.
For more information contact (02) 4844 7016
Taralga Showground, Taralga.
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NOV: 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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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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GRABINE COUNTRY MUSIC MUSTER
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.
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
63rd 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: info@visityoung.com.au |
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CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT - YOUNG
Come along and enjoy a relaxed, fun time carroling! Activities for all the family.
Commences 6.00pm with music at 7.30pm. Admission free.
Carrington Park, Young
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COMBINED CHURCHES CHRISTMAS CAROLS - YASS
Come along and enjoy a relaxed, fun time carroling! Sausage Sizzle and drinks available.
Commences 8.00pm. Admission free.
Cooma Cottage, Yass
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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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CHRISTMAS FAMILY FUN DAY - MARULAN
Open fr4om 3.00 - 9.00pm. A day of entertainment, rides, showbags, market stalls. refreshments and photos with Santa. Carols in the evening followed by fireworks display.
Marulan Soccer Fields, Marulan
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CHRISTMAS CAROLS - AT BUNGONIA
Carol service commences commence 5.00pm followed by afternoon tea and carols.
For more information phone 4822 4050.
Christ Church, Bungonia
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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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22 DEC: 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 6.00pm to 10.30pm.
For more information phone 4821 1044.
Belmore Park, Goulburn
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MICALONG CREEK ANNUAL CRICKET MATCH
Micalong Creek Cricket Club (Campers) vs. Wee Jasper (Locals) Cricket Match.
32 years young, this annual match pits the bush cricket skills of the locals of the beautiful Wee Jasper valley against the campers who visit every year.
An entertaining day for the whole family on the banks of the beautiful Micalong Creek. The match is followed by the traditional fire hose tug-o-war where the losing cricket team tries to regain their pride.
BBQ Lunch, cold and hot drinks available. New players aged over 12 welcome, sign up on the day or get in touch beforehand. All welcome. Great day out! Commences 10.00am.
Micalong Creek Camping Reserve, Nottingham Road, Wee Jasper |
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BRAIDWOOD CAMPDRAFT
Two days of competition commencing 7.00am each day.
Prepaid postal entries to be sent to Braidwood Campdraft Club, 2748 Cooma Road, Braidwood 2622.
Spectators welcome.
For more information phone (02) 4847 5063
Braidwood Showground, Kings Highway, Braidwood |
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25, 26, 27 JAN: TARALGA RODEO PLUS
The annual Rodeo and festivities of Australia Day at Taralga attracts visitors from all over Australia. Citizenship, entertainment activities and Campdraft, Gymkhana, Dog Trials and Rodeo.
(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 (02) 4840 2074
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, GUNNING, TARALGA
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 CELEBRATIONS, MARULAN
9.30am Procession; 10.00am Official Ceremony in the Park and address by ambassador Karen Hughes; 11.30am Shearing Demonstration; 12.00pm Children's Activities; 1.00pm Adult's Activities. All day entertainment. Admission free.
Tony Onions Park, George Street, Marulan
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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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GUNNING CAMPDRAFT
Annual campdraft. Commences 6.30am.
Prepaid entried to be sent to 346 Rosemont Road, Goulburn 2580 no sooner than 4th january.
Spectators welcome.
For more information phone (02) 4822 7382
Gunning Showground, Gunning |
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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 Scone Buttering Competition, Pet Parade Competition and Flat Chat Dog Competition.
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.
Bungendore Showground, Matthews Lane, Bungendore |
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