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New Year’s Eve Corowa New Year's Eve Carnival
Bring the whole family to see one of the best fireworks display between the capital cities. Bring your chairs and rugs sit back and watch the entertainment and fireworks. There are also market stalls and hot food available all night. No BYO - A fully licensed bar will operate throughout the night with affordable prices. Spoil the kids with ice cream, drinks, lollies and side show amusements. Live entertainment throughout the night. The firework displays are at 9.30pm and midnight. Cost is adults $10, children under 15 free.
Mulwala Water Ski Club
Chinese Restaurant New Year's Party – Touch ‘n’ Go. Op Shop Chic is the theme for this celebration. Drop into a local op shop to select your outfit f or the night. It will be fun and you help the community at the same time. $55 includes dinner and entertainment. Bookings 57441515. New Year's Eve on the Deck – DJ Vitz (from 10pm)/Junk Male (main lounge). Three great to celebrate the new year, inside or out. Happy Hour 7pm-8pm. Phone 57441888.
Dj Vitz will perform from 10.30pm on the deck at the Ski Club.
Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort
Rock n Roll 6pm Luke Dewing Duo; 9pm The Headliners. Rock and Roll your way into 2013, two great bands live and free that are guaranteed to make your night a memorable one. Happy Hour 8.30pm – 9.30pm. Register your interest with reception on 57441911. Bookings for bistro recommended.
ClubMulwala
DJ Steve Bowen Steve Bowen is regarded as one of the best entertaining DJs in Australia, delivering dynamic performances with his amazing enthusiasm, energy and very colourful nature. Steve’s interaction and involvement with his audiences is outrageously fun and people of all ages can’t help themselves from being swept up with his infectious style. From 9pm, $5 entry - Members free. Phone 57442331.
Whether your preference is Big Band, the Classic 50s and 60s Rock and Roll, Beach music, Motown, Disco hits from the 70s to hits from the 90s, get ready to dance with The Headliners at YMGCR.
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Be entertained by 80s/90s cover band Black Diamond from 8.30pm til late. Phone 02 60305000.
Steve Bowen will fire up your night at ClubMulwala.
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Howlong Country Golf Club
The Buble Experience Steve Williamson has performed as a professional singer entertainer for the past 30 years. He creates that big band sound, taking you on a memorable journey starting with Michael Bublé's early recordings to his latest up and coming material. 9pm start - Members $20, Nonmembers $25. For more information or to book your seat contact the Howlong Country Golf Club on (02) 6026 5321. The Buble Experience.
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20 ClubMulwala – Anthony Tenace
YMGCR – Anthony Tenace Duo
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Jon Stevens/ Ski Wars Ski Show
2 YMGCR – Scott & Amanda
Mulwala Water Ski Club – We 3
21 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Maurice Milani
29 Corowa Horse Races
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Wooshka/Ski Wars Ski Show
ClubMulwala – Rodney Vincent
YMGCR – Anthony Tenace Duo
ClubMulwala – DJ Meridax
YMGCR – Heartbeat
Pfeiffer Wines Summer Farmers Market from 9am
22 ClubMulwala – DJ Jarrod Elliott
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Gravity
Corowa Hotel Covered in Tracks
23 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Touch 'n' Go
Corowa Chocolate Factory - Riverlife Church Christmas Chilled 5.30pm
25 Christmas Day 26 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Catch 22
YMGCR – Melissa Duo
ClubMulwala – DJ Supple K
27 YMGCR – Maurice Milani Duo
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Bad Influence/ Ski Wars Ski Show
ClubMulwala – DJ Timmy Trumpet Members $10, Visitors $20
30 YMGCR – Scott and Amanda
ClubMulwala – DJ Steve Bowen
Mulwala Water Ski Club – The Undecided/Ski Wars Ski Show
Yarrawonga Rodeo
31 Corowa New Year's Eve Carnival
Mulwala Water Ski Club – DJ Vitz; Chinese Restaurant New Year's Party – Touch ‘n’ Go; New Year's Eve on the Deck – DJ Vitz (from 10pm)/Junk Male (main lounge) ClubMulwala – DJ Steve Bowen
1 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Touch 'n' Go
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Mulwala Water Ski Club – Regular Boys/Ski Wars Ski Show
3 ClubMulwala – DJ Supple K
Mulwala Water Ski Club – The Three Tones
YMGCR – Maurice Milani Duo
Chiltern Henry Handel Richardson birthday celebration
ClubMulwala – DJ Steve Bowen
9 ClubMulwala – Big Shots Duelling Pianos
Howlong Country Golf Club Twilight Bush Market
10 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Fine Line
Family Movie Night Under The Stars John Foord Oval, Corowa
Opera In The Alps Beechworth
ClubMulwala – Craig Giles & Kinta
11 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Scott & Amanda
YMGCR – Aquarius
ClubMulwala – Nicky & The Playboys
12 ClubMulwala – DJ Helena $5 members $10 non members
YMGCR – Mystical Groove
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Keith Urban/ Taylor Swift tribute/ Summer Carnival Lake Moodemere Rowing Regatta
4 ClubMulwala – DJ Meridax
YMGCR – What's Next
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Scott & Amanda/Ski Wars Ski Show
13 Music in Kennedy Park Yarrawonga
Lake Moodemere Rowing Regatta
5 Ride On Mower Races Yarrawonga Showgrounds
17 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Smithers
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Nineteen 27/ Ski Wars Ski Show
ClubMulwala – DJ Seany B $5 members $10 non members
5 - 27 Corowa Art & Photographic Competition Memorial Hall
Murray Marathon start at Yarrawonga
Newly renovated Bar and Dining areas.
Howlong Country Golf Club – The Buble Experience
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ClubMulwala – DJ Vitz
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YMGCR – Rock n Roll 6pm Luke Dewing Duo; 9pm The Headliners
Pfeiffer Wines Art Show begins (ends Jan 26)
*Conditions apply
YMGCR – Luke Dewing Duo
YMGCR – Anthony Tenace
6 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Kartoon/Ski Wars Ski Show
Yarrawonga Showgrounds Rotary Market
ClubMulwala – Rodney Vincent
18 ClubMulwala – Steve Eales
20 Yarrawonga Showgrounds Rotary Market 24 ClubMulwala – Gedupndans
25 YMGCR – Maurice Milani Duo
Mulwala Water Ski Club – SMAC
ClubMulwala – Hank's Jalopy Demons
Corowa Federation Festival
26 Australia Day
ClubMulwala – DJ Peking Duk $5 members $10 non members
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Playback
YMGCR – Melissa Duo
Corowa Federation Festival/B&S Ball
Mulwala Water Ski Club – Ugly Brothers
YMGCR – Scott & Amanda
Congupna Old Time Dance
Stanley Art Show
Mulwala Old Time Dance
19 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Dean Vegas & Cover Up/Jimmy Barnes & Red Hot Summer Tour
27 Mulwala Water Ski Club – Scott & Amanda
ClubMulwala – DJ Meridax Corowa Federation Festival
YMGCR – Anthony Tenace Duo
ClubMulwala – DJ Jarrod Elliott
31 ClubMulwala – Phil Dalby
What’s On at the Cri 22nd Dec 28th Dec 29th Dec 30th Dec 31st Dec 5th Jan 12th Jan
8.30pm – 8.30pm – 8.30pm – 2pm on the deck – 8.30pm – 8.30pm – 8.30pm –
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Mulwala Water Ski Club – We 3
Be quick to get your $15 New Years Eve Ticket
Beach themed New Years eve party Entourage playing, prizes on the night, Free sausage sizzle from 10pm
Kids Party Packages Available Kids Face Painting Sunday 12pm-3pm
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BABY ANIMALS IAN MOSS DRAGON CHOCOLATE STARFISH SATURDAY 19 JANUARY
MULWALA WATER SKI CLUB
Twilight Concert - Gates Open 2.30pm Tickets at Mulwala Water Ski Club Reception (03) 5744 1888; or Ticketmaster 136 100 www.ticketmaster.com.au
Event Info: www.redhotsummertour.com.au
Adults $81.90; Ski Club Members
$71 .90 Kids 12 & under FREE ENTRY
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All about the music Jimmy Barnes is a man of contradictions.
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he majority of us would see him as a screaming rock god belting out his hits during 30 years of performing. An inner circle would see him as a dedicated family man who has passed his love of music onto his children. Very few would associate Barnes as a person studying poetry at a prestigious music college in the USA, but that is precisely what he has returned to Australia from doing. “My son just graduated from the Berklee College of Music in Boston and has got a gig travelling on a world tour with the Ten Tenors,” Barnes told the Chronicle in a recent interview. “While he was there I thought I would also attend and do something I have always wanted to do, study poetry and how it is used in music. It was a wonderful opportunity for me because I
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was asked to teach as well. I had a group of young musicians and I helped them develop a rock band and it was a real thrill to help get their skills up and happening. Studying was quite hard, it was the first time I had been back at school since I was 16 so that was very challenging.” Barnes will be the headline act at the upcoming Red Hot Summer Tour at the Mulwala Water Ski Club and said he loves performing at these festivals because the crowd is incredibly receptive. “There is a wonderful mix of country folk and city people who have escaped the hustle and bustle and are on holidays; they all let their hair down,” he said. “As well as this there are parents introducing their children to music they grew up with so there is just a great vibe. All the bands complement each other and they are a really nice bunch of people; all incredibly talented musicians.” Barnes said he will be performing all his hits and is looking forward to the possibility of performing with fellow tour member and former Cold Chisel band mate Ian Moss. “There is a 90% chance of a collaboration on the night, we really can’t help ourselves, we love playing together,” he said. “Moss is a fantastic musician and songwriter and it will be a privilege to tour alongside him again.” Jimmy Barnes will be appearing at the Mulwala Water Ski Club’s Red Hot Summer Tour with The Baby Animals, Ian Moss, Chocolate Starfish and Dragon on Saturday, January 19. This will be a sell out so book early. Tickets start from $79.90 (+BF) and are available from Ticketmaster 136 100, www.ticketmaster.com.au and Mulwala Waterski Club (03) 5744 1888, www.mulwalawaterski.com. au.
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Jimmy Barnes will be the headline act at next year’s Red Hot Summer Tour at the Mulwala Water Ski Club.
Jon Stevens returns to the Ski Club DEC 28 Popular rocker Jon Stevens and his band returns to the Mulwala Water Ski Club on Friday, December 28 .
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tevens has been a regular performer in the region supporting acts such as Jimmy Barnes on the Red Hot Summer Tour, headlining on his own or with his band.
Stevens can rock with the best of them as well perform classic blues and soul numbers as shown on his latest album Testify, released in November last year. Stevens also received critical acclaim for his performance as Judas in two productions of Jesus Christ Superstar. Don't miss Jon Stevens and his band, live and free at the Mulwala Water Ski Club on December 28.
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Jon Stevens performing at the Ski Club on the Red Hot Summer Tour 2011.
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Celebrate at The Royal Mail For a truly fabulous festive time drop into Mulwala's Royal Mail Hotel for an unforgettable time during the day or at night.
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Shaun Clyne will perform on December 23 in the beer garden.
ustomers can testify that The Royal Mail is not just a pub, it's a great place to be with great food, a smile and the coldest beer in town. Owners Barb and Mike Barrington have the iconic pub looking and feeling better than ever with new carpet, a fresh and modern colour scheme, a new courtyard and even a new menu. On Saturday, December 22 Father Christmas will make a visit from 7.30pm to 8.30pm followed by live music from three piece band Cutest Little Monster. On Sunday, December 23 popular local entertainer Shaun Clyne will perform live in the beer garden from 4pm to 8pm
with guests able to enjoy a free sausage sizzle from 6pm to 8pm. The Christmas lunch on December 25 has sold out, testa-
ment to The Royal Mail's popularity so it's a good idea to book early. If you haven't dropped into The
Royal Mail Hotel for a while make a booking now to see what all the fuss is about. Phone Barb and Mike on 57443121.
Summer fun at Tunzafun
Tunzafun amusement park is a must visit during the summer school holidays in Mulwala.
including dodgem cars, crazy cars, trampolines and mini-golf. Guaranteed hours of healthy, fun for all ages. he popular park opposite Tunzafun will be open daily from the Mulwala Water Ski Club 10am from Boxing Day. has plenty to offer visitors Volunteers are also needed for
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Tunzafun over the Christmas holiday period. Males especially are needed to help with operating the rides. If you are able to assist please contact Graham Bott on 0407 261522.
CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT Saturday 22nd December
Father Christmas will be present 7.30pm - 8.30pm Live 3 piece band 7pm to 11pm - Cutest Little Monster
Sunday 23rd December Live music in the Beer Garden 4pm to 8pm - Shaun Clyne FREE sausage sizzle 6pm to 8pm
The Royal Mail Hotel “Not just a pub...A great place to be...�
UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT - 123 Melbourne Road, Mulwala Courtesy bus available every 1/2 hour after 5pm - Phone 5744 3121
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The unique Diesel - the Kate Miller-Heidke velvet curtain tour FEB 2
We all know her voice by now.
With a career spanning 25 years (35 singles, 13 albums, 6 ARIA awards) and record sales edging 1 million, Diesel, the journeyman of music, is on his way to Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre on February 21, 2013, as part of The Velvet Curtain Tour.
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Ski shows salute Star Wars Arriving from a galaxy far, far away, a group of young rebel skiers will be here this summer to restore freedom to our galaxy at the Mulwala Water Ski Club Ski Shows.
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ki Wars will feature all the favourite characters from the Star Wars films including Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Hans Solo, Chewbacca and R2-D2 after our heroes crash land on Planet Duncan. There will also be live music, kids entertainment and an out-of-this-world fireworks display at all the ski shows. The sound quality at the ski shows has also received a substantial boost with Albury sound experts Zeale Audio donating their services to produce the clearest and best sound ever experienced
at the lagoon. Gates open at 4pm for the ski shows with the junior development team performing from around 5.30pm followed by the Ski Wars at around 8.30pm. Entry is $2 with proceeds helping to send the ski club show team to the national championships in Perth on April 25. The ski shows will be held on Thursday, December 27, Friday, December 28, Saturday, December 29, Sunday, December 30, Wednesday, January 2, Friday, January 4, Saturday, January 5, Friday, January 11, Saturday, January 12, Friday, January 18, Friday, January 25, Saturday, January 26 and Sunday January 27.
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Family fun and adventure at ski club JAN 12
The Showtime Freestyle Moto-X team in action.
“your SkiiNg aNd boardiNg headquarTerS” Learn from our team of “qualified” professionals
“The moST FuN you caN have oN The waTer”
• Fully stocked Pro-Shop • New season gear • Lessons for all disciplines • Tube rides • Ski & Tube hire
Next to Ski Club, Melbourne Street, Mulwala. PH: 03 5744 2777 Open Everyday from 9am
10% oFF rideS
Everyone enjoys the Summer Carnival at the Ski Club.
castle, playground, face painting, photobooth, raffle draw, the famed ski show and all capped off with the fireworks display. Entry is just $5 per person, children 6 and under are free. For more information visit www.mulwalawaterski.com.au or phone 03 5744 1888.
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he day kicks off at 11am with a program of family entertainment you can watch or join in. The Showtime Freestyle Moto-X team who thrilled
crowds last year as they performed their breathtaking feats on two wheels will be back in action. There will be a host of carnival rides including a flying fox zip line across the lagoon, an adrenaline adventure course, bungee jumping, climbing wall, water balls, music train, zorb balls and the cha-cha. There will also be a jumping
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The leading motocross riders in Australia will headline the Family Fun Summer Carnival at the Mulwala Water Ski Club on Saturday, January 12.
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Corowa Christmas races
DEC 29
DEC 29
Pfeiffers summer market.
Pfeiffers summer pfarmers market Join in the colour and spectacle of the Corowa races.
Perfectly placed between Christmas and New Year are the Corowa horse races on Saturday, December 29.
Gates open at 10am. For
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are plenty of shady trees, food stalls, fashions on the field, live music, TAB and bar facilities and a great atmosphere. Cost ome and join in the is adults $15, concessions fun at the Corowa $10, children under 16 Race Club. There free.
more information contact the Secretary on 02 6033 email secretary@corowaraceclub.com.au.
Don’t miss the Pfeiffer Wines Summer Farmers Market on Saturday, December 29 between 9am and 3pm within the picturesque winery grounds.
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ummer heralds a bounty of seasonal produce, from fresh cherries and berries to
juicy apricots and peaches. Vegetables are at their most vibrant and colourful best and the assortment of summer herbs are fragrant and perfumed. With loads of fresh seasonal produce, gourmet foods, live music and great coffee, it is the perfect time to stock up on all the goodies you will
need to celebrate into the New Year. Pfeiffer Wines, 167 Distillery Road, Wahgunyah. For further information call 02 6033 2805 or check out their website www.pfeifferwines.com.au.
Only the best at Finley rodeo JAN 4
29th annual FInlEY rodEo FRIDAY 4TH JANUARY 2013 FINLEY SHOWGROUNDS GATES OPEN 5PM, RODEO STARTS 7PM FAMILY - ( 2 ADULTS & 2 U/18) $50 ADULTS - $25 U/18 - $15 AGED PENSIONERS - $10 (PENSION CARD TO BE SHOWN) U/6 - FREE STRICTLY NO BYO ALCOHOL(BAGS /ESKIES WILL BE CHECKED) BYO CHAIR KIDS ENTERTAINMENT
STOCK CONTRACTOR : MCPHEE RODEO COMPANY ENQUIRIES: GERARD RYAN- 0429852573 OR MICHELLE DAVIES- 0417 523 495
Affiliated with the Australian Professional Rodeo Association Inc. www.prorodeo.asn.au
The Finley Rodeo on January 4 at the Finley Showgrounds is one of the region's major rodeos for the year.
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he twilight event features the best stock from Australia's legendary rodeo stock supplier
Garry McPhee and will feature bull ride, saddlebronc, bareback, steer wrestling, roping and barrel race events. There will be plenty of entertainment for the kids including junior events like the popular pony bareback ride and the pony saddle buckjump ride
where contestants have to hang as well as crack a stock whip.
There will also be a
bar and food area, strictly no BYO. Gates open at 5.30pm and action begins at 7pm.
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Rev up your ride on mowers
9 GOODTIMES
JAN 5
For all the excitement of the grand prix without the window dressing don't miss the annual Ride-on Mower races on Saturday, January 5 at the Yarrawonga Showgrounds.
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rganised by the Lions Club the Ride-on Lawn Mower Races are held under lights with action aplenty in several
different classes with the feature race for the Mike Brown perpetual trophy open to all. Race action will kick off at 7pm with gates opening at 5pm (get in early to check out the machinery and vehicle display) and practice action will begin from around 6pm. Entry is $5 for adults and children under
the age of 16 are free when accompanied by an adult. Alcohol is not permitted to be brought into the event. Catering is available at the venue as well as carnival rides and there is plenty of room so people are encouraged to bring a blanket and chair.
Rodeo stars destined for Yarrawonga DEC 30 Some of the biggest stars on the Australian circuit will be in action at this year's Yarrawonga Rodeo on Sunday, December 30 at the Yarrawonga Showgrounds.
Enter the Bull Ring for cash prizes A DEC 26/JAN 5
Wannabe cowboys and cowgirls have the chance to win big cash prizes if they enter the Bull Ring at ClubMulwala over Christmas and the New Year.
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rom December 26 until January 5 Nutcracker the mechanical bull will be corralled in the ClubMuwlala auditorium where members and visitors can test their skill and courage or simply sit back and enjoy the show.
The bull ride is free for members from 8pm to 10pm and $5 for non-members. There will also be great prizes, lots of giveaways and happy hours from 7pm to 9pm. The best endurance male and female riders each night will be invited back to compete for a $250 prize (for male and female) on January 26. The ride off will commence at 9pm. The auditorium will be decorated in a country theme and
country and western music will add to the atmosphere. On January 27 there will be a ride off for $1000, winner takes all, for the one who can ride Nutcracker the longest on the night. It will be $5 a ride and competition will commence at 8pm with the last ride at 11.45pm and the winner announced at 12.05am. For more information visit www.clubmulwala.com.au.
Mower Races Yarrawonga Showgrounds Saturday 5th January 2013
Gates open 5.00pm Racing 7.00pm to 11.00pm Catering on site • Carnival rides Adults $5, 16-18 years $2, Under 16 Free when accompanied by an adult. No alcohol permitted
Proceeds to Bundalong Action Group
This event is proudly sponsored by Moira Shire Council
nd you won't miss a minute of the action thanks to instant replays on the giant screen. Yarrawonga Rodeo is part of
the popular Christmas run of rodeos which offers cowboys points to qualify for the allimportant National Finals Rodeo held in January which guarantees no holds barred competition from cowboys, bulls and broncs. Apart from the non stop action and entertainment in the arena throughout the
evening there will also be a sideshow alley, rides for the
kids and full catering with the bar and barbecue. Gates open at 10am, action starts at 7.30pm, entry is $25
for adults, $15 for pensioners, $50 for a family (2 parents and 2 children), 6-15 years $15.
Yarrawonga-Mulwala Tourism Rodeo Sunday 30th December 2012 Yarrawonga Showgrounds Pre-action - gates open at 2pm
Full Rodeo action: 7.30pm
Big Screen Instant Replays
No alcohol permitted into venue, bags and eskies will be checked. Bring your own chair. Bar open in showgrounds from 2pm. Food stalls merchandising & amusements from 2pm. (Stock contractor: Garry McPhee)
year’s event. Exclusive rstocathn ischeck out all the Spectato d spills and more . thrills an big screen ent on our entertainm
Major Sponsors
Admission - $25 Adults $15 Pensioner & 6-15 age $50 Family - 2 adult / 2 children For more information contact: Brett: 0458 928 502 Jan: 0427 883 264
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