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August 2010
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| Baldwin Swamp Artists' Art Exhibition
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Date: 3-27 AugustVenue: GinGin Regional Courthouse Gallery, 80a Mulgrave Street During the month of August, the Gin Gin Regional Courthouse Gallery will be filled with the beautiful artwork of the Baldwin Swamp Artists’ Exhibition Go with the Country.
The artists have used such media as Oil, Pen and Ink Wash, Pen and Watercolour, Acrylic, Pastel, and Mixed Media to create the wonderful paintings in this exhibition. Within this artwork there are old sheds, barns, homesteads, rivers, lakes, animals, and well know landmarks to name a few.
The Baldwin Swamp Artists are a friendly, informal group of likeminded people formed more than fifteen years ago. They meet every Wednesday at the Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park shelter shed in Bundaberg East. |
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| Mundubbera CWL Novelty Pet Show And Fete
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Date: 7 AugustVenue: Mundubbera Catholic Church Grounds, Stuart Russell Street | Contact Details: | Ms. C. Whelan
Phone Number: 07 4165 4676 |
Saint Mary’s Church Annual Novelty Pet Show and Fete is on again, and it will be a fun day for all the family and their pets. This fundraiser has been running for 34 years and has been hugely popular in the past, attracting creatures of all varieties, including goats, horses and even snakes. This should be a great day out for the family so get the family pet ready, who knows it just may win a prize. The school band and choir will provide the entertainment and there will be stalls selling cakes, novelty goods, lucky dips a bottle stall, as well as pony rides for the children. |
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| The Angels Live After The Rain Concert
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Date: 8 AugustVenue: Avondale Tavern, 4 Avondale Road | Contact Details: | Avondale Tavern
Phone Number: 07 4156 1206 |
The Angels will be rocking the Avondale Homestead Tavern with their After the Rain tour with the support band black Mustang on Sunday afternoon August 8, and tickets will go on sale at a later date. There will be free overnight camping and free buses will run from Bundaberg, so make sure to book a ticket and get out to Avondale for a great night out. |
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| Jazz and Shiraz at Wonbah Winery
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Date: 8 AugustVenue: Wonbah Winery, 302 Wonbah Road Come along for a fabulous day of fun and extreme decadence, sipping wine under the magnificent old Moreton Bay Fig tree while listening to the melodious tunes issuing forth from the evergreen Jazz Kats. This is the annual Jazz and Shiraz event held each year at Wonbah Winery. There will be cheese platters or sausage on bread with lots of onion or sauce or both, purchased from the wonderful organisation, the E.F.S. Join in the games, namely egg and spoon, throw the wet sponge and others to be in winning a prize from the many lucky draws all day. Make a day of it and if coming from Bundaberg, catch the bus for a low return cost of AUD25.00 which also includes entry. |
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| Bundaberg Antique Collectables And Militaria Fair
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Date: 13-15 AugustVenue: Bundaberg Civic Centre, 190 Bourbong Street | Contact Details: | Mr. S. Proh
Phone Number: 07 4152 1535 |
The Bundaberg Antique, Collectables and Militaria Fair will be of interest to those who are collectors of antique jewellery, collectables of numerous variety, antique furniture, bric-a-brac and not forgetting the militaria enthusiasts. This show is a must for those who appreciate the beauty and history of the past. Food and drinks will be available. This is a major fundraising event for the Rotary Club of Bundaberg West. |
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| The Big Jet Plane Tour
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Date: 18 AugustVenue: Moncrieff Theatre, 177 Bourbong Street | Contact Details: | Moncrieff Theatre
Phone Number: 07 4130 4100 |
Angus and Julia Stone are a brother-sister duo from Newport on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia. Their mother and father were both musicians who played in a band together. At very young ages, they were introduced to music by their father who made them join his school band. Julia played the trumpet, Angus the trombone and their older sister, Catherine, the saxophone. They will be in Bundaberg to perform their Big Jet Plane Tour in August. For fans of this group make sure to book early as this show will be a sell out. |
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| Bundaberg Weekender Chess Tournament
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Date: 21-22 AugustVenue: Bundaberg Central State School, 13 Crofton Street | Contact Details: | Mr. A. Menham
Phone Number: 07 4151 7469
Mobile Number: 0417 073 094
Email Address: menhamat@hotmail.com |
The Bundaberg Weekender Chess Tournament is one of the premier Chess Tournament events in Queensland and is registered with the Chess Association of Queensland Incorporated. Players from all over Queensland and Northern New South Wales will be attending.
There are three rounds of chess each day, with one hour on the clock for every player in each round, with is a total prize pool of at least $1, 750. 00.
This is the fourth year that this event has been held in August and it is hoped that International Chess Master Stephen Solomon will attend. He has won the last three weekend tournaments. Children as well as adults can attend and compete and spectators are welcome to come along and watch. |
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| Moore Park Beach Festival of Arts
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Date: 21-22 AugustVenue: Moore Park Community Hall, Moore Park Beach | Contact Details: | Mr. V. Powell
Phone Number: 07 4154 8946
Mobile Number: 0417 767 750
Email Address: vpo60453@bigpond.net.au |
The Moore Park Beach Festival of Arts is on again this year, with a great line up of activities for all. The initial viewing will be on Friday 20 August at 6.30 p.m. at the opening ceremony and bookings are essential.
The Festival is multi tiered, and will be held at various venues including the Community Hall, Bicentennial Oval and Moore Park Beach for Sand sculpture as well as giant kites and beach and water activities. Sit back amidst a beautiful environment and enjoy centre ring activities and multi cultural dancing plus craft and food stalls and children’s activity stalls. |
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| The Waves Presents Col Elliott
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Date: 21 AugustVenue: The Waves, 1 Miller Street | Contact Details: | Secretary
Phone Number: 07 4152 1531 |
Look out Bundaberg, Australia’s Resident Madman is here, with his cast of crazy characters, to crack you up with a night of larrikin laughs. A born story-teller and comedian, Elliott's jokes are renowned for leaving audiences in stitches - but it is his madcap bunch of characters, from Chooka the Roadie to Briden Backpack – who ensure a fantastic show of great fun! A legend of Australian comedy, Col has been cracking Australian audiences up for almost 30 years. Don’t miss it, please be aware warning language may offend. This show is for 18 years and over only. |
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| Moncrieff Theatre presents 'Steaming'
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Date: 25 AugustVenue: Moncrieff Theatre, 177 Bourbong Street | Contact Details: | Moncrieff Theatre
Phone Number: 07 4130 4100 |
Six women from diverse backgrounds meet on 'ladies day' in a London bathhouse where they share the most intimate details of their lives, loves, dreams and frustrations. Steaming is the heart-warming, ribald classic by Nell Dunn. This play can be considered controversial because of the nudity. But, it’s so much more than that; it’s about friendship, finding your place in the world and fighting for what you believe in. Set in an old Turkish bath-house somewhere in the East End of London where six women of all conditions come to bare their bodies, souls and fantasies. |
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| Bundaberg Players present Kiss Me Kate
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Date: 27-29 August, 3-5 September, 10-11 SeptemberVenue: Playhouse Theatre, 2b Steffensen Street | Contact Details: | Ms. L. Hutchings
Phone Number: 07 4153 1904 |
Kiss Me Kate is the next show to be presented by the Bundaberg Players Incorporated and this show should be not missed. As the show opens, Fred Graham is preparing his home for a visit. This visit just happens to be from the famous Cole Porter who has written both the music and lyrics for the musical. They are planning on putting on the show Kiss Me Kate, a musical version of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Book early at the Playhouse Theatre. |
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| Mundubbera Australian Cattle Dog Trials
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Date: 28-29 AugustVenue: Mundubbera Showgrounds, 17 Bunce Street | Contact Details: | Mr. D. Wendt
Phone Number: 07 4165 4688
Mobile Number: 0427 654 688
Email Address: ccarrmidwife@yahoo.com.au |
The Mundubbera Dog Trial Australian Cattle Dog trialling is where one dog and one handler (dog trainer) completes a set course of penning up three head of cattle. Points are awarded for stock control and how well the dog controls the cattle and responds to his handler. People of all ages can compete and a large spectrum of the public enjoys watching while soaking up the relaxing country atmosphere. Entry is free. |
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| Bundaberg Homes Midnight Run
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Date: 29 AugustVenue: Bundaberg Sailing Club, 66 Strathdees Road The Bundaberg Homes Midnight Run is on again this year with an 80 nautical mile inshore yacht race along the beautiful Wide Bay coastline. This is a challenging event for small yachts as it involves navigating after dark. A turning mark is placed at Woodgate Beach and boats then sail out to the Hervey Bay fairway bouy before rounding it to return to Bundaberg. This race is getting bigger each year so make sure to give to Bundaberg Sailing Club a call for more details on how to enter. |
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| Moncrieff Theatre Presents Australian Rock Legends In Concert
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Date: 28 AugustVenue: Moncrieff Theatre, 177 Bourbong Street | Contact Details: | Moncrieff Theatre
Phone Number: 07 4130 4100 |
Take a walk on the wild side with a brand new rock experience. Australian Rock Legends in Concert stars four of Australia's rock royalty in an unforgettable show that promises great songs and the sharing of some backstage secrets! Joe Camilleri from The Black Sorrows is a singer songwriter and saxophonist who has enjoyed a career in music like no other.
Grace Knight was the original voice of the Indie pop group Eurogliders and has gone onto become a successful jazz singer. Normi Rowe is Australia's biggest pop star of the sixties and was the first Melbourne recording artist to achieve a national number one hit. Joining them onstage for the night is Frankie J Holden who will coerce some tall stories and a few long kept secrets from the group, guaranteeing a night of fun and laughter. |
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| Sunday Childrens Chess Tournament
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Date: 29 AugustVenue: Bundaberg Central State School, 13 Crofton Street | Contact Details: | Mr. A. Menham
Phone Number: 07 4151 7469
Mobile Number: 0417 073 094
Email Address: menhamat@hotmail.com |
The Sunday Children’s Chess Tournament is held each month on a Sunday to enable children to compete in a tournament. It also requires the use of chess clocks which improves the children’s tournament abilities. The tournament is normally run in three age divisions which give the children the maximum chance to win a cash prize. The tournament is supervised by the Bundaberg Chess Club Incorporated. Children of any age and of any playing skill can enter and compete and parents, guardians and friends are welcome to come along and show support. |
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| Shalom Sunday Markets
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Date: 3 January-26 DecemberVenue: Fitzgerald Street These markets are held every Sunday from 8am until noon and entry is free. They provide a large range of goods for sale including plants, fruit and vegetables, shrubs, herbs and much more. You can purchase a barbecue breakfast for a small cost and listen to great music at the same time. Take a drive there one Sunday and be surprised at the variety of goods for sale.
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| Biggenden Lions Club Markets
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Date: 9 January-11 DecemberVenue: Lions Park, Caroline Street The Biggenden Lions Club Markets are held on the second Saturday of each month and provide a large range of goods, plus arts and crafts. There are also stalls selling fresh local fruit and vegetables. The whole family will enjoy the day out starting with a barbecue breakfast.. From 7am until noon and entry is free. |
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| Gin Gin Historical Village Markets
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Date: 9-18 DecemberVenue: 85 Mulgrave Street The Markets are held every Saturday and have numerous stalls selling fresh local produce, craft of all variety, clothing, jewellery and much more. There are also excellent catering facilities offering breakfast, tea and coffee, soft drinks and take-away food. The markets start at 7.00am and finish at noon, entry is free.
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| PCYC Community Markets
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Date: 10 January-12 DecemberVenue: Maryborough Street The PCYC markets are held on the second Sunday of the month, and you will find a wealth of goods on sale. There are stalls that specialise in woodwork, arts and crafts and fresh fruit and vegetables as well as plants are on sale. You can buy an excellent breakfast consisting of toast, sausage, egg, bacon and a hash brown for $5.00. Parking is available onsite as directed by the SES volunteers. |
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| Eidsvold Country Craft Markets
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Date: 6 February-4 DecemberVenue: Apex Park, Moreton Street | Contact Details: | Ms. Mary Nelson
Phone Number: 07 4165 1170
Mobile Number: 0427 651 353
Email: hills05@bigpond.net.au |
The Eidsvold Country Craft Markets are the ideal place for gift inspiration. They have a broad range of craft, clothing, cakes, jewellery, plants, fruit, vegetables and much more, as well as breakfast provided by the Lions Club. There is entertainment for the children, with lucky dips and stalls selling ice-cream, drinks and food. Also on sale will be local woodcrafts, hats and Aboriginal art. The markets are held on the first Saturday of each month and are a great place to browse for all the family. |
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| Isis Show Society Markets at the Creek
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Date: 13 January-11 DecemberVenue: Bruce Highway, Apple Tree Creek | Contact Details: | Mrs. Rebecca Bell
Phone No: 07 4126 3035
Mobile No: 0414 816 669 |
These markets provide a wide range of goods, plus arts and crafts, food stalls, fresh local fruit and vegetables and there is something for all the family. Entertainment is provided by some very talented musicians, so come along and have a browse around the markets. They are open from 7am until 1pm and entry is free and they are held on the second Saturday of each month. Please do not bring your dog to these markets. |
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| Historic Burnett Heads Lighthouse Open Day
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Date: 28 February-28 NovemberVenue: Burnett Heads Lighthouse, Zunker Street On the fourth Sunday of each month the Historic Burnett Heads Lighthouse is open for visitors. This lighthouse was erected at South Head Burnett Heads in 1873 and was operational for 99 years until it was replaced by a taller tower. The lighthouse was relocated to Lighthouse Park in 1972 for preservation and stands as a lasting icon of the district. A Heritage Trail brochure is available at the lighthouse when it is open, and guides those who wish to go on the Heritage Trail walk which wends from the Historic Lighthouse to the current operational lighthouse, through the former Pilot Station Reserve and along the foreshore. |
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| Calliope River Historical Village Markets
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Date: 7 March, 2 May, 22 August, 26 September, 24 October, 5 DecemberVenue: Bruce Highway Calliope | Contact Details: | Port Curtis Historical Society Inc.
Phone Number: 07 4975 7883
Fax Number: 07 4975 6764
Email Address: harveyh@bigpond.com |
Regular Country Markets are held at the Calliope River Historical Village; please see below for market dates. This attractive setting on the banks of the Calliope River with its shady trees and birdlife is a favourite with both locals and visitors to the area. There are over 200 stalls selling various items, with a variety of food and drink stalls to cater for the needs of hungry and thirsty visitors. There is reserved parking for coaches and people with disabilities. The markets are open from 8.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Market dates for 2010:
7 March
2 May
22 August
26 September
24 October
5 December
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| BRAG presents The Habitus-Habitat Exhibition
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Date: 14 July-22 AugustVenue: Childers Art Gallery, Church Street The Habitus-Habitat touring exhibition features a selection of works created during a public art initiative of artist residencies carried out in conjunction with the development of six walking tracks by the Environmental Protection Agency in Queensland. The curatorial rationale of the project Habitus-Habitat is based on the concept that artmaking has the potential to generate a point of union between nature and culture. This exhibition showcases some of the finest contemporary art practice currently taking place in Queensland. It is as much about artmaking processes, about dialogue between artists and artworks, as it is about unique artistic expressions. There is an unfolding quality to the exhibition that becomes apparent when the threads of the many individual responses and journeys emerge, overlap, entwine and intersect with one another. |
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