Cream of the crop dairy paraders rise to attention at national finals
Australia's most promising paraders of dairy cattle have been announced by Agricultural Shows Australia as eligible to compete in the national finals ... William Dudfield, 20, from Somerset will be representing Tasmania in the dairy cattle young paraders. “I’ve been showing since I was three years old and I’ve been a part of the paraders since I was nine."
Australia’s top young Merino judges vye for national title
Australia's most promising judges of Merino sheep have been announced by Agricultural Shows Australia as eligible to compete in the national finals of the prestigious annual competition to be judged next month. The competition brings together the best young judges and paraders aged from 15 to 25 in each state to compete at the national finals.
Tulips After Dark
Enjoy live music, food and drink and brightly lit displays of the tulips which offer a wonderfully different perspective to the day time tulip time garden display ... It’s a lovely community vibe which will also have a number of visitors to the Southern Highlands region due to the Festival being held over the long weekend.
Twenty years of tulips in Bendigo
This is the 20th year that we have enjoyed seeing stunning tulips bloom in Bendigo! Our Parks staff have again created a beautiful display that features an assortment of colours and sizes, with around 25 varieties on show.
Jerilderie Gold Cup, 23 September 2023
Jerilderie Gold Cup, 23 September 2023
Come by Chance Picnic Races, 23 September 2023
Come by Chance Picnic Races, 23 Sept 2023
Arts About – ADH…ME!?
Nancy Whittaker. There is yet another little gallery called Cut it Out, which opened last Friday in Maldon, in the Post Office Residence in High Street. Artist and Curator Lisa Speed is complementing her This Little Piggy cooking skills with artwork in an exhibition titled ADH…ME!?, featuring the work of Jacki Irwin.
Cracker of a show
Local rural and agricultural shows are making a comeback and the Corryong Show is no exception. "Our sponsorship and community engagement has been huge leading into our show on October 7th," said secretary, Emma Klippel.
Top Dog
Zoli Myers is no backyard dog. The newly awarded Australian Champion might be partial to a romp in the garden and fetching sticks, but on weekends, he transforms into a show dog. Zoli, a Welsh Springer Spaniel, is now an Australian Champion...
Field days fashion parade sure to wow
This year’s Yorke Peninsula Field Days fashion parades will showcase a special collection of home-grown featuring Merino wool ... “This year we are focusing on local made brands including brands using home grown Merino wool, with a splash of country wear, work wear and glam”: Nadia Stamp.
Take the kids to Rottnest Island for free to celebrate new baby quokkas: Saffioti
Travel to Rottnest Island is free for kids aged 12 and under this weekend and island admission fees have also been waived as part of the Little Quokka's Big Birthday event. The annual event … celebrates the arrival of new quokka joeys with a program of free activities for the whole family…
105th Northampton Show, 16 September 2023
Mark your calendars for September 16th, 2023, because the Northampton Show is back, and it’s bigger, better, and more exciting than ever before. This year, we’re celebrating our 105th show, and trust us, you don’t want to miss out on all action!
112th Moora Show, 16 September 2023
What to do at the show? (All items are subject to change at short notice) These things are FREE for you to enjoy. With thanks to our generous sponsors.
Maldon Twilight Festival and Night Market 2024
Pam Jewson. Earlier this year, an estimated 1,000 people attended the Maldon Twilight Festival. On the back of the success … the intention is to make this a permanent two-day event on the Maldon calendar … To keep the event viable, we need to think smarter and make the load on the few easier.
“After three long years … it’s our racing return”: Wycheproof prepares for Cup Day
There is a spring feeling in the air, a hustle and bustle ambience on Broadway. Anticipation is building. “Derby Day in the Country” is almost BACK. Get set to celebrate the wonderful Elders Mt. Wycheproof Cup Day this November – a highlight of the spring social calendar in the Mallee.
Desert Mob 2023 Exhibition
Desert Mob 2023 exhibition showcases 35 Art Centres and is an invitation to view hundreds of works by artists who are members of Aboriginal-governed community art centres across Central Australia. Exhibiting alongside emerging and mid-career artists...
Bullockies skills to shine as they compete for Teamsters Trophy at Barellan’s Good Old Days Festival
Bullockies from around Australia will compete for the prestigious Teamsters Trophy while goats in harness will vie for the inaugural Little Teamsters Trophy at the 2023 Good Old Days Festival at Barellan in southern NSW on September 30 - October 1. The festival is the nation’s largest gathering of draught animals working in harness as they did on Australian farms over a century ago.
Regional innovations, global connections
As Australian looks towards exploring new export markets, MENA region presents a wealth of trading and investment potential for Australian regional businesses. Strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa, the MENA region is a hub for global trade and commerce providing a unique opportunity for regional businesses in Australia to expand and diversify into new markets.
Successful conclusion of Cuttlefest 2023! Whyalla City Council
Cuttlefest has proven a success again this year, with more than 10,000 people from across the globe enjoying the natural spectacle and associated events! Themed around the return of the Cuttlefish to Spencer Gulf waters, Cuttlefest provided an abundance of opportunities and experiences from May to August.
Mural masterpiece at the 100th Corrigin Ag Show, 9 September 2023
As this year marks the 100th Agricultural Show for Corrigin, the committee has been planning for an exciting event. Apart from the fun filled attractions on show day 9th September, the main event will be the unveiling of the mural ...
