Killarney Show & Rodeo, 20-21 February 2026
Killarney Show & Rodeo Society Inc
The 113th Killarney Show will be held on Friday 20 and Saturday 21 February 2026, continuing a tradition that...
Allora Heritage Weekend draws bumper crowd
2026 saw another successful Allora Heritage Weekend. President Graeme McMillan said the committee was happy with the event. Crowd numbers were up even though the weather was very hot. More trucks and cars were on show this year...
Starstruck Liesl couldn’t believe Keith Potger from The Seekers sang on stage with her
Liesl Pederson was starstruck when she went on stage to sing I am Australian at the Kyogle Australia Day ceremony at the KMI Hall. Liesl is well known at Kyogle events often singing the national anthem at the Kyogle Show and performing on Anzac Day.
Show Society confidence in games bid
Allora Show Society is moving ahead with an attempt to become involved in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games after discussing the potential for a multi-function stables complex at the showgrounds. It is anticipated that the complex would cost around $1.5 million and would become a valuable asset at the showgrounds beyond the Olympics.
MANet relocates – guest artist Kate Stedman
Nancy Whittaker. A group exhibition of art works by Fionna Madigan, Liadaan, Carol De Graauw, Geoff Hocking, Paul Ryan, Eleni Rivers and Catherine Tait, will also include guest artist Kate Stedman ... Kate is a travel sketcher, historian, Francophile, and Italophile, who hosts sketching and travel Journalling Tours ...
QHWMA’s harvest days, January 2026
The Quambatook Heritage Working Machinery Association will once again stage its Harvest Working Days and Vintage Tractor-pull on this Australia Day weekend. Club members have been working to prepare items from their extensive collection of tractors, harvesting machinery and old trucks.
Grains Research Updates 2026 – Celebrating three decades of research insights for the north: GRDC
The countdown is on for the Grains Research and Development Corporation’s (GRDC) 2026 Grains Research Update series for growers and agronomists seeking practical, science-backed strategies to boost profitability. The events return to New South Wales and Queensland starting next month, with registrations now open for forums in Wagga Wagga, Corowa, West Wyalong, Dubbo, Goondiwindi and Narrabri.
Oberon Show, 14 February 2026
Oberon Show Society Inc.
Get ready! The 126th Annual Oberon Show is just around the corner.
Step right up and experience a local show like...
Bundarra Show & Rodeo, 30 January-1 February 2026
Bundarra P & A & Rodeo Society
The Ryans’ 1939 Austin 10 leaves the paddock and is up for auction – with no reserve
In 1990, Graham and Margaret Ryan bought a 1939 Austin 10 at an auction in Woodburn. They paid $2400 for it ... As part of the Australia Day celebrations at Bonalbo this year, the vintage car will be auctioned at noon at the Bowlo – and there is no reserve price on it.
Allora & District Historical Society News – What are the odds???
Wendy Free. Allora, the best little town on the Downs will make history again - be a part of the 125th anniversary of Banjo Paterson's visit to our town. Yes, Banjo Paterson was indeed in our town presenting a political speech on March 16th 1901 in the Protestant Hall.
Hungry for some fun? Eat and celebrate pumpkins and watermelons at January festival
While growers are wishing for the perfect weather conditions to push the size of their pumpkins to the max, festival organisers are preparing for Saturday, January 17 — the day of the Giant Pumpkin and Watermelon Festival. If you’ve never been before you are in for a treat.
Wilcannia HSC graduate art
This edition we offer you a look at the stunning art work submitted by graduate Tahlarah Lawson for her HSC Art folio. Tahlarah’s art appeared in the Broken Hill Art Gallery’s 2025 HSC Art Show held at the Albert Kersten Mining and Mineral Museum (Geo Centre) in Broken Hill.
Christmas message from the National Rural Health Alliance Chief Executive, Susi Tegen: NRHA
As this final newsletter of the year demonstrates, rural health does not pause for the festive season. While many Australians take a well-earned break, rural, regional and remote communities continue to carry extraordinary responsibility—for food production, harvest, emergency response, service delivery and the steady functioning of our economy and society.
One-woman dark comedy set for Fun Haus
Ivona Rose. When Donné Restom's writing mentor gave her the prompt "these are the things I know about death", the exercise set the Umina Beach singer on a cathartic personal and professional journey. Grief and resilience evolved into the one-woman dark comedy show Everyone in My Family Is Dead or About to Be, set for Gosford's Fun Haus Factory ...
Festival of Small Halls announces 2026 Autumn Tour – Port Fairy Folk Festival and Regional Victoria: Woodfordia
Woodfordia’s Festival of Small Halls has announced that Irish/Canadian powerhouse Irish Mythen and Australian folk troubadour Kaurna Cronin will feature on their next tour in March 2026, which takes in 13 regional Victorian towns while also visiting the magnificent Port Fairy Folk Festival.
Ballet Under the Stars to dazzle beneath the Horsham summer sky
Horsham Rural City Council is thrilled to welcome The Australian Ballet to Horsham for a magical evening of world class dance, transforming the City Oval into an outdoor theatre. Ballet Under the Stars will delight audiences with a varied program of ballets ...
Somerset artists and ag show enthusiasts celebrate ‘The Show’
Somerset Regional Art Gallery welcomed agricultural show enthusiasts and art lovers for the opening of two new exhibitions on Saturday, 6 December. Nine talented Somerset artists produced artworks for ‘The Show’ a new exhibition capturing the sights, sounds and atmosphere of the region’s agricultural shows.
“Spark” ignites Christmas vision
Jenny Pollard. A new vision for Charlton's Christmas decorations has been realised thanks to the innovation and inspiration of a small group named "Community Spark". The volunteer-led team, comprising many "newcomers" to town, has created the impetus for refreshing and renewing the main street décor, along with encouraging local involvement in boosting the festive signature of the township.
Sirens for Santa as emergency services crews map Christmas route
The emergency services join forces at Christmas to bring Santa to Casino. The annual emergency services Santa run is on Sunday, December 14 and on Friday, December 19 ... On the first day of the Santa run the volunteers gave out more than 400 lollipops and candy canes.
