Antique Fair sites booked out – 3,500 visitors expected
The Maldon footy ground is looking good and green, all 125 stallholder sites are booked out, good weather for the weekend was booked in advance, and around 3,500 visitors are eager to experience a warm Maldon welcome. Gates open to the public from 8am tomorrow (Saturday) to around 2pm Sunday for this weekend’s mighty Maldon Antique Fair.
The Mount Beauty & District Community Bank Dederang Races, 24 February 2024
The Mount Beauty & District Community Bank Dederang Races is back for 2024! The day isn’t just about a great program of racing, there is:
116th Foster Show, 24 February 2024
There is a hidden gem of South Gippsland, located at the gateway to Wilson’s Prom. An event that is in its 116th year, it is not one to be missed. Featuring competitions, activities, animals galore, and many friendly faces, the Foster & District Agricultural Show is an event for people of all ages and demographics.
136th Rochester Show, 23-24 February 2024
Gates open 5pm Friday Night and 9am Saturday. Gate entry is FREE thanks to generous sponsorship from local and far away businesses who support our show.
Rod run faces accommodation challenge
The shortage of lodging options in Narrandera has presented a challenge for the Earlies Rod Run committee, with attendees facing difficulties in securing lodging. With only one hotel, a handful of motels, and a few powered campsites, the lack of accommodation is not a new issue for Narrandera.
Kangaroo Valley Show, 16-17 February 2024
Kangaroo Valley Agricultural & Horticultural Association
Our show attracts from near and far
The Allora Show Society is happy with the success of the 2024 Show, which produced strong numbers in many sections. President Shirley Cornhill said the show was well supported from far and wide.
Starting the year
What a great way to start the year; Active, healthy, singing, a good feed and cooling off in the pool ... It was a very sporty pool party at the end of the first long weekend of the year.
111th Killarney Show, 23-24 February 2024
You’re All Invited to the 111TH Killarney Show. Here we are again celebrating our community, our traditions, our friendships and enjoying some friendly competition. The Show is also a great time to welcome visitors to our community.
Angaston Show, 24 February 2024
Experience the full splendour of the Angaston Show on February 24, 2024, and the thrilling three-day “Horses in Action” event from February 23rd to 25th. This dynamic showcase of agricultural excellence, local talent, and spirited camaraderie is not just an event; it’s a celebration of rural life and regional achievements.
Jex Lopez
Jex Lopez is mostly known as a singer songwriting pianist. A vaudevillian cabaret noir artist, her music and style is intrinsically tied to her identity as a queer Latina Meztiça with Portuguese Indian heritage.
109th Exeter Show, 24 February 2024
The Exeter show brings together exhibitors and entertainers, as well as visitors from across the State, and offers something for everyone. The Axeman’s Association hold their annual woodchopping and tree felling events in a special arena in the showgrounds.
NORPA brings ‘White Rabbit, Red Rabbit’ to Byron Theatre – One show only, Wednesday 13th March
A lone performer. An unseen script. A show without borders. Join Australian comedian, and Helpmann award-winning actor, Darren Gilshenan as he boldly steps onto the stage, opens an envelope, and reads a script for the very first time, in front of a full house. White Rabbit, Red Rabbit is a groundbreaking play from Iranian writer Nassim Soleimanpour.
Lower budget no barrier to a whizzbang success
Patricia Gill. The Big 30 Whizzbangaversary Exhibitionist Brave New Works operated on half the budget of BNW29 but exceeded all expectations with 45 works in the festival. Most of these were from Denmark artists but there was the occasional international artist and others from elsewhere in WA adding their talent to the three days of fun...
Fairy Queen conquers Covid for fitting finale
Vicky Wilson. The final stage of Denmark Baroque’s Fairy Queen project was completed in January, culminating three years’ work to complete an ambitious program. Started in 2021 and stalled by Covid restrictions in 2022, the project focused on community capacity building of the performing arts in the Great Southern.
It’s showtime in Allora
A long-standing family tradition is further enhanced at this year’s Allora Show. The Frank Phelan Memorial Trot sponsored by long established Show supporters Neil and Robyn Phelan will have a slight change in format ... Neil did not inherit the love of horses and he and Robyn are now stewards in the Cattle Section.
“Disturbing the Peace” on Saturday
The FReeZA in Buloke program “Music, Mates and Multiformity” enables young people from Buloke to plan, organise and attend quality art, recreation and live music events that are diverse, safe and accessible for all young people. The first FReeZA event in Buloke is “Disturbing the Peace” otherwise known as “DTP,” this Saturday night...
100: A celebration of local super seniors
Every picture tells a story. See what 100 years of life looks like at an art exhibition highlighting the experiences, memories and life history of our most senior citizens.
FutureAg Expo 2024 to explore agribusiness 4.0 – The future of Australian agricultural innovation
A new, free-to-attend trade exhibition and conference is set to showcase the future of the Australian agricultural industry, with FutureAg powered by AGRITECHNICA 2024 highlighting the latest in cutting edge technology to improve productivity and sustainability across one of the nation’s largest industries.
Tyrendarra Show, 10 February 2024
Again we have a bumper show planned for 2024. On Farm Cattle Challenge - this is the 2nd year we are running this and we are hoping to continue to build on the success we had last year with the On Farm Challenge. From feedback last year we have added some extra classes for 2024.
Act Belong Commit Darkan Sheepfest, 10 February 2024
Act Belong Commit Darkan Sheepfest reaches out to all young Australians to ignite their passion for sheep and wool as they centre their 2024 show around The Next Generation.
Australia Day wash-out, awards to take place at council chambers
Australia Day dawned less than sunny last Friday, and unfortunately for all those looking forward to watching the annual Australia Day Awards being presented and then participating in the fun to follow. Preparations were well underway when the sky opened up, and unfortunately, due to safety concerns arising from the lightning, Australia Day events were postponed.
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