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Merriwa Show, 20-22 September 2024

Merriwa P. A. H. & I. Association Inc The Merriwa P.A.H.& I Association Inc. wishes to announce that the Merriwa Springtime Show is on for...

Festival thrives through tough times

The outstanding success of the 2024 Man From Snowy Bush Festival has been a testament to the dedication of board members and volunteers over a challenging period, chairman Cameron Jackson highlighted at the recent annual general meeting. "The past two years once again were not without their challenges and of course change can often be the hardest thing to manage," he said.

Wilmington Show, 15 September 2024

Wilmington Agriculture And Horticulture Society Incorporated

Bluesfest 2024 $235 million economic impact

A report into the economic benefit of Bluesfest to the Northern Rivers region and the state has revealed the music festival, which is in jeopardy of not continuing beyond 2025, contributed $148 million to the region and $235 million to the NSW economy this year. Lawrence Consulting were contracted to prepare a report into the economic impact of Bluesfest which reveals significant economic contributions at a crucial time as the festival prepares for it’s final 2025 event…

What’s happening at the gallery?

What is happening at the gallery, well I will tell you. Our Paint a Skateboard Exhibition has opened. This exhibition has an absolute wow about it, so many different ways to make a deck look fantastic.

2024 Wollumbin Art Award winners announced

Tweed-based Wiradjuri artist  Hannah Lange has been awarded the top prize in the 2024 Wollumbin Art Award (WAA) with a stunning painting paying tribute to traditional First Nations weaving entitled Weaving by the River. The artist also wins a two-week residency at the Gallery’s Nancy Fairfax Artist in Residence Studio.

Council to host BMX, skate, and scoot competition and art workshop for Greater Shepparton Youth Fest 2024

Greater Shepparton City Council, in partnership with the Victorian State Government and FReezA, is excited to announce a BMX, skate, and scoot competition and art workshop as part of Greater Shepparton Youth Fest 2024. These events will take place on Sunday 29 September 2024 at the Shepparton Skate Park.

Lismore gears up for the inaugural Lismore Cycling Festival

Lismore City Council is excited to announce that hundreds of cycling enthusiasts will converge on Lismore next month for the first-ever Lismore Cycling Festival. The bumper two-day event, held in partnership with the Byron Bay Cycle Club ... promises a mix of competitive racing, participation rides and ‘Come-and-try’ sessions for children and adults.

Moora Show, 14 September 2024

Central Midlands Agricultural Society Inc.

Quirindi Show, 14-15 September 2024

Quirindi Show Society Incorporated Quirindi Show boasts big schedule of entertainment The annual Quirindi Show is back and gearing up for a big few days at...

Northampton Show, 14 September 2024

Northampton District Agricultural Society Head to Northampton for the Northampton Show being held on Saturday 14 September 2024. This year, we’re celebrating our 106th show,...

Come by Chance Picnic Races, 29 September 2024

Come by Chance Picnic Race Club

Kyogle chef and councillor bring home the frypan trophy

Kyogle chef Shelly Snadden cooked her heart out at the Sample Food Festival in Bangalow ... Kyogle councillor Danielle Mulholland was by her side in the My Mayor Rules cook-off. Kyogle mayor Kylie Webster was unable to attend so former mayor Danielle stepped up.

Pioneers of motoring visit Naracoorte: VCCSA

Many of Australia’s oldest, running cars and motorbikes will visit South Australia in September, when the town of Naracoorte plays host to the sixth, annual Pre-1905 Pioneer’s Run ... "From Friday 13th to Sunday 15th September, 30 cars and motorcycles from all over Australia, the oldest an 1899 Peugeot, will be defying the years and visiting the Naracoorte Caves, Penola and Frances," says Rally Organiser, Julian McNeil from the Veteran Car Club of SA.

Unlocking the potential of small towns: The Village Business Expo

Luz Restrepo. Our small towns are brimming with untapped potential and as business owners, we are the driving force behind our local economies ... In these challenging times, when the economy is under pressure, it is crucial to think creatively and seize new opportunities. The Village Business Expo is one such opportunity.

Cascade springs into a painted atmosphere

Cascade Art Gallery reopened after a winter hiatus on Thursday 5 September with a beautiful exhibition of David Moore’s 51 paintings of sky, landscape and domestic objects ... Starting at an early age David learned to paint under the guidance of his father and mentored by Sir William Dargie CBE and Harley Griffiths, who was responsible for restoration at the NGV.

Narrandera: Proud to be the Camellia town of the Riverina

A history of Camellia Shows, Camellia Festivals and the Narrandera District Garden Club (last updated 1996) has been provided to the Narrandera Argus. Narrandera’s reputation for the production of top quality camellia blooms has been growing over a period of 23 years ... It began in 1973 when the ladies of the St John’s P.W.A. changed from their traditional Annual Fete to an afternoon of "Flowers and Fashion"...

Webinar: Planting trees on farm – implications for biodiversity, 25 September 2024

How does planting native tree species impact on farm-level biodiversity? With funding from MLA, AWI and several other partners, the "Sustainable Pathways to CN30" project team are examining this question via co-development of farm systems interventions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions while improving productivity, profitability and biodiversity.

Alpaca Picnic because the Summer Land Bush Festival is on September 14!

With a special focus on celebrating the United Nations International Year of Camelids (think camels, alpacas and llamas!), this year’s Summer Land Bush Festival on September 14 in the Scenic Rim is set to a spectacular celebration of country life … Whether it’s to grab a selfie with an alpaca, a camel ride, cooking demos, or to simply to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere…

Nobby artist award finalist

Angela Hart from Nobby has been named as one of fifty finalists in The Australian Artists Awards for Emerging Artists ... Angela has been an artist for many years and as part of the local Back Road Artists group has contributed to exhibitions in local galleries and art spaces.

Delve into the world of Australian wildlife and Lego. Let me explain”¦ Gone Buggo goes on tour

What do you get when you take a Fireback Huntsman home for research and photograph it in your bathroom? And not just any bathroom... Lego bathroom? And why? TEDx speaker, author and wildlife educator Steven Gill says "Let Me Explain..." with his new Australian east coast tour!

Cairns Central fashionably tops carnival-style with walk down memory lane

In celebration of spring racing and securing naming rights for next month’s Cairns Amateurs Carnival’s two-day Fashions on the Field contest, Cairns Central has unveiled a retrospective exhibition showcasing the elegance and creativity of past winners and their stunning outfits … Cairns Central will inspire racegoers to dress for the springtime occasion with its abundance of new season, head-to-toe, race-ready looks …

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