Events November 2008
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MARGARET RIVER CINEMA - NOVEMBER |
Date: All November 2008
Venue: Margaret River Cinema
Treat the family to a night out at the Margaret River Cinema!
Tickets $12 Adults, Friends $10 and Youth $7 with the box office and kiosk open 30 minutes prior to the start of each film.
Cinema Event: On The Trail of Ghengis Khan – Sunday 16 November 6pm (All tix $20)
Tim Cope, Australian Adventurer of the Year (2006) will bring his journey to life with clips from his upcoming ABC documentary along with outstanding stills which capture the colour, drama and life of his experiences.
All tickets $20 and includes food with a taste of Mongolia. The bar will be open at 5.30pm. Call for bookings on 9758 7316.
Body of Lies – Sunday 23 November 6pm
Lies and consequences form the heart of this bold, hard hitting drama in which people are used as commodities which Big Brother keeps a watchful eye.. The wide reaching tumultuous war on terror is the backdrop to this complex screenplay featuring Russell Crowe and Leonardo DiCaprio. Rated MA.
Sharkwater – Tuesday 25 November 7pm (Sea Shepherd Fundraising Event Adults $15/Youth $10)
In an effort to protect sharks, Rob Steward teams up with Paul Watson of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society to discover these magnificent creatures have gone from predator to prey and could easily be wiped out within a few years due to human greed. Rated PG. A presentation from Captain Paul Watson will follow the screening.
The Duchess – Sunday 30 November 6pm
Set in the 18th century and based on a true story, discover beneath the wigs and lavish costumes to the dark secrets, longings and the notion that a woman will sacrifice anything and everything for her children. Starring Keira Knightly. Rated M.
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MARGARET RIVER TOWN SQUARE MARKETS |
Date: Various Dates - See Details Below 2008
Venue: Town Square, Margaret River
Don't miss the Margaret River Town Square Markets!
For all your local food, produce, arts and crafts, its a great day out for the family!
Dates:
November - 16th
December - 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
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MARGARET RIVER LIONS - GARAGE SALE DATES |
Date: Various Dates - See Details Below 2008
| Contact Details: | Contact Bob Castle on 0419 906 282 |
Come along and support the Lions Club of Margaret River - while picking up a bargain!
Twice a month the Lions hold their popular "Garage Sale" where visitors can pick up all sorts of goodies including bedding, clothing, bric-a-brac, electrical....the list goes on!
2008 Dates:
22 November
6 & 20 December
2009 Dates:
3 January
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SMITHS BEACH RESORT EVENTS |
Date: Various Dates - See Details Below 2008
Venue: Smiths Beach Resort
| Contact Details: | The Wine Deli at Smiths Beach Resort, Yallingup WA, P 08 9750 1299 F 08 9756 6277 E shop@thewinedeli.com WWW.THEWINEDELI.COM |
The Smiths Beach Wine Deli will be hosting two events during select months throughout the year for lovers of food and wine. A Margaret River Winemaker Dinner per month in conjunction with Bathers Restaurant, and a guided tasting per month in the shop will be held.
Our guided tastings are extremely popular with a limit of 20 participants per event. Depending on demand, we may run a repeat guided tasting for those who missed out on the first session. Book now to avoid missing out...
Thu 13 Nov: 5-7pm Guided Tasting Spanish Acquisition $25pp
Fri 28 Nov: 7-10pm Winemaker 5-course Dinner Howard Park $115pp
Thu 11 Dec: 5-7pm Guided Tasting Windance Vineyard $25
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AUGUSTA MARGARET RIVER SPEEDWAY COMES ALIVE! |
Date: Various Dates - See Details Below 2008
Venue: Wallcliffe Road, Margaret River
| Contact Details: | Lynda Williams on BRIANDA9@bigpond.com or (08) 9757 6262. |
Come out and enjoy the summer months with some speedway action!
See Formula 500s, Junior Sedans, Late Models, Limited Sprintcars, Modified Production Sedans, Production Sedans, Street Stocks, Speedcars, Super Sedans, Super Six, V8 Dirt Modifieds and much much more....!
2008 Dates:
15th November - AMCA Divison/V8 Dirt Mods/Productions Sedans/Street Stocks and Juniors
13th December - Modified Productions/Production Sedans/Street Stocks and Juniors
2009 Dates:
10th January - Open Sprintcars/Productions Sedans/Street Stocks and Juniors
25th January - Super Sedans/ Super Six/Productions/Street Stocks and Juniors
7th March - Speedcars/Steet Stocks/Productions and Juniors
11th & 12th April - Late Models Rumble at The River/Productions/Street Stocks and Juniors
25th April - Production Cup/ NOS Sprints/Productions/Street Stocks and Juniors
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE NOVEMBER TASTING EVENTS |
Date: 15 & 30 November 2008
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 15 November
11am-2pm: Voyager Estate "Premier Estate"
2pm-4pm: Adinfern "Purely Ports & Sticky Sweets"
Saturday 29 November
11am-2pm: Barwick Estate & Natural Olive Oil Soap Factory "Art & A Glass"
2pm-4pm: Settlers Ridge "Organic Delights"
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SPARE PARTS PUPPET THEATRE'S "THE ARRIVAL" |
Date: 20-21 November 2008
Venue: The Cultural Centre
This is theatre and digital animation at its most exquisite...
Enter a strange and fantastical metropolis of floating ships, mysterious lights, alien symbols and curious animals. Adapted from Shaun Tan's multi-award winning book, The Arrival will take you on one man's moving journey to an unknown world.
This unique theatrical experience traverses themes of freedom, migration, survival, love and acceptance.
Follow our hero Aki as he starts a life amidst the extraordinary inhabitants of this new land. Will he ever find a place to live? Will he find a job and make friends? Most of all, will Aki ever see his family again?
The absence of words not only makes this story perfect for puppetry but also emphasises the isolation experienced by many people arriving in a new place. The Arrival is a fusion of Tan's beautiful and surreal illustrations with exquisite puppetry, haunting music and fine acting. This ground breaking production blurs the boundaries of performance, digital animation and puppetry.
Named "Best Production" for 2006 at the Perth Theatre Trust/Actors Equity Guild Awards, this is an emotionally moving piece, which will touch anyone who has bid farewell to a loved one.
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FREYA HANLEY |
Date: 22-23 November 2008
Venue: Bootleg Brewery and Caves House
| Contact Details: | For more details, interviews or review copies of the CD please contact Freya Hanly on 0417 192 713 or by email at freya@freyahanly.com. |
Fresh back from a highly successful East Coast tour Freya Hanly will be heading south for a couple of solo shows with her brand new second studio album in hand.
The new album “Quiver” is a 13 track release which has been carefully crafted over the last few years to deliver Freya’s finest work to date. The album truly is a reflection of the dedicated passion that has been put into it and is an outstanding showcase of both the uplifting full-band vibe of That Brutal Moon in songs like Evaporate and Cow For Sale, as well as her gifted style of composition in the more ambient, awe-inspiring pieces such as Don’t Follow Me.
Traversing a sea of folky-jazz melodies, country ballads, humorous love songs and deeply poetic, classically influenced pieces, Freya Hanly’s eclectic musical background has fuelled a range and diversity of songs incomparable to most artists of her genre. Her innovative guitar style combined with impeccably pure vocals has the ability to drift easily over a vast musical terrain, taking her listeners anywhere from the living room to the dance floor to the breathtakingly sublime.
Catch Freya at The Bootleg Brewery on Sat Nov 22 from 1.30pm and at Caves House Sun 23rd from 5pm.
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MARGARET RIVER FARMERS MARKET |
Date: Various Dates - See Details Below 2008
Venue: Community Centre, Tunbridge Street
| Contact Details: | Michael Pimm on (08) 9757 4525. |
Think seasonal, think fresh, think local...
Come along to the Margaret River Farmers Market every fourth Saturday of the month to visit stalls manned by the growers and producers themselves providing you with a diverse range of prime South-West produce.
Stalls include: avocados, bread, blueberries, breakfast bars, cheese, coffee, chilli products, citrus, cookies, flowers, fruit n veg, free range eggs, herbs, honey, james, extra virgin olive oils, organic beef and lamb, macadamia nuts, pastries, plants, preserves, pickles, seafood, strawberries, sweets, table olives, tarts, wine tasting and sale and much more!
You can also win a hamper of local produce!
2008 Dates:
Nov 22nd
Dec 27th
2009 Dates:
Jan 24th
Feb 28th
Mar 28th
April 25th
May 23rd
Open 8am - 12 noon at the Community Centre, Tunbridge Street.
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INDIAN EXTRAVAGANZA |
Date: Sunday 23 November 2008
Venue: Cullen Wines
| Contact Details: | Cullen Wines: 9755 5277 |
Kick start the festive season in style with a fantastic afternoon of Indian food, Indian music and fun!
From 11.30 to 3pm this fantastic event is $50 per person which includes lunch and Cullen Margaret River White.
(Indian dress most welcome!)
Don't miss out on the Indian extravaganza at Cullen Wines this November!
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INTERNATIONAL SAUVIGNON BLANC SEMILLON TASTING |
Date: 23 November 2008
Venue: Fraser Gallop Estate
| Contact Details: | Melissa Bull on email - melissa@fgewines.com.au or phone - 0407 995 333 |
Fraser Gallop Estate invites you to join us, together with Olivier Bernard of Domaine de Chevalier at our stunning Margaret River property, for a comparison tasting of this most fascinating blend - Sauvignon Blanc Semillon.
The inaugural tasting will showcase seven of the best of the 2005 Bordeaux Sauvignon Blanc Semillons and seven Australian examples from the 2005 and 2006 vintages.
Tickets - $290.00 including lunch.
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MEET THE AUTHOR - CHRIS PASH |
Date: 24 November 2008
Venue: Margaret River Book Shop
Australian author, Chris Pash will inspire guests in the Margaret River Bookshop, where he will give an author talk and book signing of his latest work, The Last Whale.
Chris Pash's The Last Whale looks at the last whaling town in Australia, Albany, trying to be fair to both the anti-whaling protesters who risked their lives and the whalers themselves (The Last Whale is Greenpeace endorsed).
Receive a complimentary glass of wine and nibbles upon arrival and the chance to purchase The Last Whale.
When: Monday 24th November
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free. The Last Whale will be on sale for $29.95
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WHALE WATCHING CRUISE WITH PAUL WATSON |
Date: 25th November 2008
Venue: Aboard Naturaliste Charters
Tuesday 25th November 2008 – DUNSBOROUGH & MARGARET RIVER EVENTS
Whale Watching Cruise with Paul Watson and Naturaliste Eco-Charters, Dunsborough
Time: 2.00pm to 5.00pm
Venue: Aboard the Cetacean Explorer and cruising Geographe Bay
Departs Pro-Fisherman’s Jetty, Geographe Bay Road, Dunsborough (Quindalup end)
Tickets: $100 from Naturaliste Charters including light refreshments
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PERCUSSION JUNCTION |
Date: 28-29 November 2008
Venue: Various Locations - See Below
| Contact Details: | www. percussionjunction.com.au or www.myspace.com/percussionjunctionmusic |
Percussion Junction's debut album ……The Beat Cartel : "what is a very interesting LP by a groundbreaking Australian act. The sound can also be considered very international and should project the group even further into many music listeners' consciousness as one to check out whenever they are in town."
Most bands would say one drummer is enough, but more is more in the world of Percussion Junction. Packing beats like soldiers pack bullets, the boys have declared all out war on dance floors' across the nation.
Percussion Junction's debut album 'The Beat Cartel' is a 100-proof brew of Afro-Latin drumming distilled with hip hop, reggae, electro, house and breaks. As an organized funk syndicate, 'Junction' composes with an orchestral army of percussion. Kane Goodwin (drum kit) Matty Bourne (congas, bongos & djembe) and Paul Issa (Doumbek) are backed by Benjamin 'Bentley' Chinnock on decks and sampler.
With Triple J picking up the beat and FBI already dropping it as album of the week, the boys have supported international and local acts Krafty Kuts (UK), Talvin Singh (UK), Panjea (US), Infusion, Koolism, Kid Kenobi and Ajax. They've taken over Sydney venues like Home, Opera Bar, The State Theatre, The Basement and Telstra Stadium and played to sell out crowds at The Amnesty International Freedom Festival, Earthdance and Sydney Festival's Becks Bar. The also continue to build fans Australia wide with tours to South Australia, Victoria, Tasmania, Queensland and now Western Australia.
28 Nov 2008 Settlers Tavern Margaret River
29 Nov 2008 Prince Of Wales Bunbury
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CHRISTMAS IN KARRIDALE - MEET SANTA! |
Date: November & December 2008
Venue: Atelier Susi Jewellery Gallery, Karridale
| Contact Details: | Phone 9758 5007 for more information. |
It’s Christmas in Karridale and Santa is here to celebrate!
Atelier Susi Jewellery Gallery in Karridale is hosting a special visit from Santa! Come along and grab some stunning Christmas decorations, art and craft in time for this year’s yuletide.
You can even have your photo taken with Santa between 12-2pm on these days:
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November
Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December
Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th December
Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st December
Cost $5.00 each photo
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KATE CEBERANO - CONCERT MAGIC UNDER THE STARS |
Date: 29 November 2008
Venue: Jalbrook Estate, Balingup
| Contact Details: | Phone Jalbrook on (08) 9764 1616 or www.jalbrook.com.au |
The Jalbrook Concert in Balingup set in a stunning natural amphitheatre is one of the premier events in the South West.
Performing this year, at a concert not to be missed, is Kate Ceberano.
Noted for her soulful and powerful vocal style, Kate Ceberano has won almost every entertainment award in Australia. Her performance on Dancing With The Stars and It Takes Two catapulted her into one of Australia's most watched and loved performers. With her new album going straight to platinum, Kate continues her role as one of Australia's leading divas of musical entertainment.
Kate is supported by the wonderful vocal talent of Katherine Jenkins, Jay Weston and the Busselton Shire Brass Band.
Gates opn 5.30pm for an 8pm start. Tickets cost $90 for seated and $80 for grassed seating - buy 10 tickets and get the 11th free!
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TOBY - SOUTH WEST TOUR |
Date: 29 November 2008
Venue: Bootleg Brewery and Settlers Tavern
Following the successful launch of her new album, Love Underground, Toby will be touring the South West.
The tour coincides with the launch of her "The Love Underground - Live at The Fly" DVD. The DVD includes footage from the launch with her 17 piece band, backstage footage and even home video footage of tours throughout Australia, Europe, America and Canada.
Toby is mostly known for energy-plus, dance filled shows where you couldn't possibly fit another person on the dancefloor. Toby believes that the energy created between band members and audience members is a driving force, always resulting in a fun, memorable show for all.
Toby has played alongside artists such as Jack Johnson, Stevie Wonder, Blondie, Alecia Keys and The Violent Femmes.
She is playing several South West dates including Bootleg Brewery for lunch and Settlers Tavern in the evening of Saturday, November 29. Entry is free.
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Events December 2008
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COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS |
Date: 4th, 11th, 18th December 2008
Venue: The Berry Farm
| Contact Details: | The Berry Farm
43 Bessell Rd
(08) 97575054
sales@berryfarm.com.au |
Visit The Berry Farm’s Cellar Door and discover the art of vinaigrettes, dressings and marinades during their new cooking demonstrations.
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CAPE LODGE COOKERY SCHOOL CLASS |
Date: 6 December 2008
Venue: Cape Lodge
Cape Lodge is launching The Cape Lodge Gourmet Retreat and Cookery School.
Following the ranking in the top ten in the World for Food and being in the heart of one of Australia’s finest epicurean regions, Cape Lodge will run a calendar of culinary events and cooking schools throughout the year.
The Cape Lodge Cookery School, ideal for culinary enthusiasts, will be conducted in the gourmet kitchen of the magnificent Cape Lodge Private Residence. Catering for a maximum of 10 guests, the Cookery School welcomes participants from the complete novice through to the experienced enthusiast. If you have an appetite for gourmet cuisine and wish to learn the secrets of producing remarkable food with the freshest ingredients, the cooking classes provide a fun, hands on opportunity to you and your friends, family or colleagues.
The next Cookery School class on Saturday December 6 will be hosted by local Italian chef Romano Rotelli who will take you through demonstrations and hands on preparation of recipes.
Enjoy interaction with the chef, a superb lunch with Cape Lodge Estate Wines and afternoon tea for $175 pp.
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MEELUP BEACH FESTIVAL |
Date: 6 December 2008
Venue: Meelup Beach, Dunsborough
| Contact Details: | Contact Gene Hardy at gene.ccg@westnet.com.au for more information |
Come along to a fun filled, family day on Saturday 6th December - the Meelup Beach Festival!
The success of last year has spurred organisers again to highlight the unique terrestrial, coastal and marine environments in the South West with another festival.
Enjoy this free marine festival with music, activities, performers and food all at the beautiful Meelup beach, Dunsborough.
Stay tuned for more activities and information coming soon!
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IRONMAN WA TRIATHLON |
Date: 7 December 2008
Venue: Busselton
| Contact Details: | www.ironmanwa.com |
The Ironman Western Australia Triathlon allows spectators to watch as elite Ironman competitors make their way through a 3.8km swim adjacent to Western Australia's iconic Busselton Jetty, a 180.2km bike course through the Tuart Forest and a 42.2km run along the foreshore.
This event is now part of the world-wide family of Ironman distance races which attract over 30,000 athletes to attempt to qualify for the Ironman Triathlon World Championships in Hawaii.
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MESS FEST |
Date: 7 December 2008
Venue: Margaret River Zone Room
| Contact Details: | To register your group’s interest or for more information, please phone the Augusta Margaret River Shire’s community development project officer Moana Lutton on 9780 5239 or email moanalutton@amrsc.wa.gov.au. |
Extensive planning is already underway for the free youth festival Mess Fest.
The annual event is scheduled to run from 12.30 – 6pm on Sunday December 7 at the Margaret River Zone Room.
Through the day there will be the Switch Skate Comp, professional skate demonstrations, aerosol art workshop and exhibition, stone sculpture and photography showcases and the debut of a youth art magazine.
Live music will also feature from hip hop group Cowtown and local DJ the Drops, with more to be announced in coming weeks.
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WILD ART EXHIBITION |
Date: 12th-21st December 2008
Venue: Yallmia
| Contact Details: | Phone 9755 2529
Mobile 0406 445 608
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WILD ART EXHIBITION
by Leonie Mac Lean
Open: Friday 12th,Sat. 13th,Sun.14th December
&Fri.19th, Sat.20th,Sun.21st December 2008.
Mon.15th to Thur.18th by appoinment
10am to 4pm
at Yallmia
115 Wisteria Drive,
Dunsborough.
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DISABLED SURFERS AUSTRALIA |
Date: 13 Dec 08, 17 Jan 09, 7 Mar 09 2008
Venue: Bunker Beach, Dunsborough
The Disabled Surfers Association is a not for profit organisation whose sole aim is to give people with varying disabilities the opportunity to have a safe, happy and dignified surfing experience - come and experience it for yourself.
Come to our "Let's Go Surfing" Days on:
* Saturday 13th December 2008 @ 9am
* Saturday 17th January 2009 @ 9am
* Saturday 7th March 2009 @ 9am
New volunteers are welcomed with open arms - no surfing experience needed.
Participants must be accompanied by a carer if necessary. All surfing gear is supplied on the day for participants. A free barbeque will follow the event at 1pm with a social gathering from 7pm at a soon to be announced venue.
"Surfers Helping Surfers"
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE DECEMBER TASTING EVENTS |
Date: 20 & 26 December 2008
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 20 December
11am-2pm: Hayshed Hill "Fabulous, Funky Food & Wine"
11am-4pm: Bettenays "Art & A Glass"
Friday 26 December
2pm-4pm: Voyager Estate "Premier Estate Day"
Saturday 27 December
2pm-4pm: Merops Wines "Boutique's Best"
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MILES TO GO TRIO AT SWINGS & ROUNDABOUTS |
Date: 20 December 2008
Venue: Swings and Roundabouts
Award winning winery, Swings and Roundabouts, are proud to present the Miles to Go Trio on Saturday 20th December.
David Hyams, a well known composer, producer, and instrumentalist from Fremantle has put together a band featuring some of WA's finest musicians from diverse musical backgrounds in a surprising and innovative combination; a rhythm section consisting of percussionist Caryn Sullivan alongside Waifs bassist Ben Franz, classical cellist Jennifer Tingley; vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Andy Copeman on cittern, didgeridoo, guitar, vocals and bodhran.
Their album and live performances have gained quick recognition - inlcuding a nomination for "Best Folk Act" at the 2000 WA Music Industry Association (WAMI) awards, a live TV appearance on the ABC 'Planet' series of world music and the inclusion of a track from "Miles To Go" on the Tim Winton "Dirt Music" CD.
In recent years, the band's national profile has risen, with 5 tours to the East Coast plus a number of major festival and concert appearances in WA, including opening for international acts, Marianne Faithfull and Bob Geldof.
Be sure to catch the folky sounds of the Miles To Go Trio at Swings and Roundabouts, Caves Road, Yallingup.
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KASEY CHAMBERS AT LEEUWIN ESTATE |
Date: 30 December 2008
Venue: Leeuwin Estate Winery
Kasey Chambers is set to perform at Leeuwin Estate on Tuesday 30th December.
Kasey is riding high on the success of her sold out east coast tour promoting her new album “Rattlin’ Bones”.
She will perform songs from this latest album as well as past hits from her multi-platinum back catalogue.
Kasey has also invited The Audreys and Katy Steele from Little Birdy along for the trip. All three acts have five star live reputations and numerous ARIA’s between them and this show will provide the opportunity for fans to see them perform in a fantastic setting.
Tickets are available from www.leeuwinestate.com.au, www.heatseeker.com.au, Swell Sounds or phone (08) 9757 0000.
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NEW YEARS EVE AT GNARABAR |
Date: 31 December 2008
Venue: Gnarabar
New Years Eve at Gnarabar!
Enjoy four courses of sensational food in a relaxed environment. This year Nathan Gaunt will perform live in the bar for what will be an entertaining show.
Fine food & impressive wine will be our main focus!
Bookings essential as we have limited seating for this event...don't miss out!
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Events January 2009
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2009 SOUTHBOUND FESTIVAL |
Date: 2-3 January 2009 2009
Venue: Sir Stewart Bovell Park, Busselton
| Contact Details: | www.sunsetevents.com.au |
Its back! Southbound - your very own music, camping and arts festival is set to hit Busselton in 2009.
ACTS JUST ANNOUNCED!!
Friday
The Hives
Franz Ferdinand
Pete Murray
Architecture in Helsinki
Donavan Frankenreiter
TZU
Liam Finn
The Drones
Birds of Tokyo
Saturday
The Kooks
Mystery Jets
Gomez
Tegan & Sara
The Grates
Faker
The Cat Empire
This year Southbound has moved to a two day format, with a diverse range of acts appearing exclusively to Friday and to Saturday.
As such, non-campers with tickets for Saturday will for the first time have access to limited tickets to the Friday night entertainment program.
Expect more news in the coming weeks however, here are a few important dates to mark in your diary:
Wednesday, August 31 - Southbound Presale Ticket Ballot closes
Wednesday, September 3 - Lucky subscribers notified & presales open for a limited time
Monday, September 15 - Tickets on sale to the general public
Friday & Saturday, January 2-3 – The Festival!!!
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TWILIGHT MOVIES @ CAPE MENTELLE |
Date: 3rd January 2009
Venue: Cape Mentelle
3rd January 2009: Twilight Movies @ Cape Mentelle. Tickets: $20 available from Arts Margaret River and Cape Mentelle Cellar Door.
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE JANUARY TASTING EVENTS |
Date: 10 January 2008
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 3 January
11am-2pm: Witchcliffe Estate "Boutique's Best"
2pm-4pm: Tassell Park Wines "Boutique's Best"
2pm-4pm: Olio Bello (Premium Olive Oil)
Saturday 10 January
11am-2pm: Becketts Flat "Boutiques' Best"
2pm-4pm: Bettenays "Purely Ports & Sticky Sweets"
Saturday 17 January
11am-2pm: Xanadu Wines "Premier Estate Days"
Saturday 24 January
11am-2pm: Watershed Wines "Premier Estate Days"
2pm-4pm: Settlers Ridge "Organic Delights"
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MOZART & THE JOKER |
Date: 17 January 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
The Australian Classical Era Orchestra performs Mozart & the Joker on Saturday the 17th of January 2009 at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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THE WAIFS & ANI DIFRANCO AT LEEUWIN ESTATE |
Date: 25 January 2009
Venue: Leeuwin Estate
| Contact Details: | Tickets available from www.heatseeker.com.au , Leeuwin Office - 08 9430 4099, The Winery – 08 9759 0000, Star Surf; Perth - 08 9321 6230 and Mandurah - 08 9535 4500, Mills Records – 08 9335 1945, Planet Video - 08 9328 7464, Beat Music - 08 9446 5839, Prince Of Wales (Bunbury) - 08 9721 2016, Blue 62 (Busselton) - 08 9752 3522, Beach Life Surf Shop (Margaret River) – 08 9757 2888. |
Last January The Waifs performed at Leeuwin as part of the huge Union OF Soul WA tour with John Butler. In 2009 they return again to headline the Leeuwin Australia Day weekend concert!
The founding artists of Australia’s independent music scene, The Waifs are honored to have America’s leading lady of independence, Ani DiFranco and her band along for the ride.
The Waifs have been one of West Australia's most loved and appreciated bands over their 20 year history. Building their fan base the hard way, playing every corner of the country, earning respect of peers and fans alike for their tenacity and drive to do things their own way. From the back streets of sleepy towns in WA, to an internationally loved, multiple ARIA Award winning multiple platinum selling act, (their latest release Sun Dirt Water now also platinum), The Waifs have paved the way for Australian independent artists to be able to forge successful careers outside of the major label rules.
The Waifs started their career by touring WA from town to town in the back of a Toyota Hiace van, booking their own shows, promoting their own shows and releasing their own CDs. Each night they would package their CDs in post packs and send them out to record stores and fans alike. The only person who they could look to for inspiration for forming the true independent model in Australia was the inimitable Ani DiFranco. Tickets $60 adults / $10 children under 14 plus booking fee.
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Events February 2009
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE FEBRUARY TASTINGS |
Date: February 2009
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 14th February
11am - 4pm: Guinea Run Marriwood Park "Boutiques' Best"
Saturday 28th February
11am-2pm: Redgate Wines "Purely Ports & Sticky Sweets"
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SUNDOWNERS FREE FAMILY CONCERT |
Date: 1st February 2009
Venue: Pioneer Park in Cowaramup
On Saturday the 1st of February 2009 from 5:30-7:30pm enjoy the Arts Margaret River’s Sundowners Free Family Concert at Pioneer Park in Cowaramup.
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FUNDRAISER FOR SAM JACKMAN - CABARET NIGHT |
Date: 7 February 2009
Venue: Xanadu Winery
| Contact Details: | Tickets available mid-November - phone (08) 9758 9500 to secure yours! |
Indulge in a bit of "cabaret" at Xanadu Wines!
After the recent success of the Quiz Night held at the Knights Inn, a follow up fundraising initiative has been created to help support Samara and the Jackman family, with Xanadu Wines proud to host a Cabaret Night!
The evening will feature fantastic fashion parades, a mouth-watering three course meal, groovy band and funky DJ and of course award-winning wine. There will also be a complimentary bus service to and from the venue.
When: Friday 7th February 2009
Time: 6-12pm
Ticket Price: $150 pp (tables of 12)
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SEMILLON AND SEAFOOD AT AMBERLEY |
Date: 7-8 February 2009
Venue: Amberley Estate
| Contact Details: | Booking enquiries to (08) 9750 1111. |
Enjoy the finest selection of Australia's Semillon and Semillon blends over two sumptuous days...
Feast on a selection of West Australia's finest seafood...
Be entertained by the sweet sounds of Claire Bowditch...
Book now for annual the Amberley Semillon and Seafood event!
www.amberley-estate.com.au
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SUNDOWNERS FREE FAMILY CONCERT |
Date: 8th February 2009
| Contact Details: | Contact Arts Margaret River by phone on (08) 9758 7316 or email info@artsmargaretriver.com |
On Saturday the 8th of February 2009 from 5:30-7:30pm enjoy the Arts Margaret River’s Sundowners Free Family Concert at Pioneer Park in Cowaramup.
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SUNDOWNERS FREE FAMILY CONCERT |
Date: 15th February 2009
Venue: Pioneer Park in Cowaramup
| Contact Details: | Contact Arts Margaret River by phone on (08) 9758 7316 or email info@artsmargaretriver.com |
On Saturday the 15th of February 2009 from 5:30-7:30pm enjoy the Arts Margaret River’s Sundowners Free Family Concert at Pioneer Park in Cowaramup.
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SUNDOWNERS FREE FAMILY CONCERT |
Date: 22nd February 2009
Venue: Pioneer Park in Cowaramup
| Contact Details: | Contact Arts Margaret River by phone on (08) 9758 7316 or email info@artsmargaretriver.com |
On Saturday the 22nd of February 2009 from 5:30-7:30pm enjoy the Arts Margaret River’s Sundowners Free Family Concert at Pioneer Park in Cowaramup.
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THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING |
Date: 28th February 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Saturday the 28th of February the Black Swan State Theatre Company will perform The Year of Magical Thinking at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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Events March 2009
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AUGUSTA RIVER FESTIVAL |
Date: 1 March 2008
Venue: Colourpatch Foreshore, Augusta
| Contact Details: | Contact Jasmine Meagher on 0433 562 384 or jasmine_meagher@hotmail.com |
Things are starting to happen in Augusta as the Augusta River Festival draws closer.
Held annually since 1996, the 2009 festival is a one-day family event that showcases local entertainment, artisans and produce.
On hand for 2009 will be show regulars such as the Lunar Circus Troupe, The Kite Man, the Drink Can Regatta (start collecting those cans!), an appearance by past festival bands and plenty more entertainment and activities.
Pre-entertainment can be enjoyed the night before at the Augusta Hotel and will feature acts headlining the festival this year.
Date: 1 March 2009
Time: 10:00am to 9:00pm
Venue: Colourpatch Foreshore, Blackwood River, Augusta
Cost: $2.00
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LEEUWIN CONCERT WEEKEND 2009 |
Date: 7-8 March 2009
Venue: Leeuwin Estate
| Contact Details: | www.leeuwinestate.com.au |
Each year Leeuwin stages a series of spectacular alfresco concerts in the picturesque grounds of the Estate as part of the winery's ongoing association and sponsorship of the Arts.
The tradition of the Leeuwin Concerts began in 1985 when Leeuwin Estate provided financial support for the London Philharmonic Orchestra's tour to Australia. As part of the visit the Orchestra performed in this unique vineyard setting, thereby launching what was to become an institution - the annual "Leeuwin Concert Series".
Described as the most extraordinary concerts ever held in Australia, the concerts now enjoy a 24-year history and have featured an eclectic mix of the world's finest musicians and entertainers.
The dates for 2009 have now been announced - the 7th and 8th of March with Chris Issac headling! The Grammy-nominated rockabilly rebel is known for such hits Baby Did A Bad, Bad Thing adn Somebody's Crying.
Leeuwin Estate will be mailing order forms out this week to those who had registered on the Leeuwin Concert Mailing List, following which tickets will go on sale. Order forms for any remaining tickets will be available for download from www.leeuwinestate.com.au on 27 September.
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE MARCH TASTING EVENTS |
Date: All March 2009
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 7th March
11am-4pm: Celestial Bay "Boutiques' Best"
Saturday 21st March
11am - 4pm: Celestial Bay "Boutiques' Best"
Saturday 28th March
11am - 2pm: Harman's Ridge "Sumptuous Sparkles"
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POT-POURRI MUSIC THEATRE AUSTRALIA |
Date: 18th March 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Wednesday the 18th of March see the Pot-Pourri Music Theatre Australia at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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2009 GREAT ESCAPADE |
Date: 28 March - 5 April 2008
Venue: Margaret River
| Contact Details: | www.greatescapade.com.au |
Want to ride your bike in the South West next year?
How about Margaret River wineries, Busselton beaches, Karri forests, yummy produce, Pemberton's huge trees, shimmering lakes and country hospitality – sound good? Then join the 2009 Great Escapade - Western Australia from 28 March to 5 April 2009 and you can experience all of that and more. The Ride is 9 days of spectacular riding, 567km of challenging terrain, new friends, a whole lot of fun in one of the most scenic parts of Australia.
Enter early - get a free Ride Jersey!
Sign up for the Ride by 31 October 2008 and you will get a free Ride Jersey. To secure this great deal and your spot on the Ride, just pay a $200 deposit by 31 October 2008. Sign up now! Enter the Ride at www.greatescapade.com.au.
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MARGARET RIVER PRO |
Date: 30 March - 6 April 2009
The Margaret River Pro is WA’s most iconic international surfing event and 2009 will see the event celebrate its 25th anniversary.
It is one of the oldest events on the world tour and is the premier event on the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) World Qualifying Series Tour.
The Margaret River Pro is a 6 star prime–rated event for both men and women held annually in March / April as part of the Australasian leg of the World Tour. More than 180 male and female competitors from all around the world converge on our world famous break for this prestigious event.
Date: Monday 30 March – Sunday 6 April 2009
Location: Main Break, Margaret River
Competitors: 6 star prime event for men (140) and women (40)
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Events April 2009
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I’VE GOT NEWS FOR YOU |
Date: April 2009
Venue: Maragret River Cultural Centre
In April watch Hallmark Music perform I’ve got news for you at the Margaret River Cultural Centre. Date to be advised.
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE APRIL TASTING EVENTS |
Date: All April 2009
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 11 April
11am-2pm: Xanadu Wines "Premier Estate Days"
2pm - 4pm: Redgate Wines "Boutiques' Best"
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Events May 2009
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MARGARET RIVER VISITOR CENTRE MAY TASTING EVENTS |
Date: Month of May 2009
Venue: Margaret River Visitor Centre
| Contact Details: | Margaret River Visitor Centre on (08) 9780 5911 or welcome@margaretriver.com |
Wine Tasting At Your Door!
Come and experience some of the Margaret River Wine Region's best at our regular tasting events.
Featuring different local wine, produce, food and art we invite you to come in and sample some of the Margaret River region's best!
Saturday 23 May
2pm-4pm: Olio Bello (Premium Olive Oil)
Saturday 30 May
11am-2pm: Redgate Wines "Boutiques' Best"
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WORDS UNCORKED |
Date: 13th-17th May 2009
Venue: Margaret River Education Campus
From Wednesday the 13th of May to Sunday the 17th of May enjoy Margaret River’s premier readers and writers festival: Words Uncorked.
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MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL |
Date: 14th May 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On the 14th of May Hit Productions will perform Menopause the Musical at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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Events June 2009
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MELBOURNE ROADSHOW COMEDY FESTIVAL |
Date: 4th June 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Thursday the 4th of June the Melbourne Roadshow Comedy Festival will be at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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THE DEBUTANTE DIARIES |
Date: 26th June 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Friday the 26th of June Blackbird Productions will perform The Debutante Diaries at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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Events July 2009
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THE NEEDLE AND THE DAMAGE DONE |
Date: 2nd July 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Thursday the 2nd of July Regional Arts Victoria will perform The Needle and the Damage Done at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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THE TEN SOPRANOS |
Date: 23rd July 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Thursday the 23rd of July the NSW State Opera will perform The Ten Sopranos at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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THE KURSK |
Date: 29th July 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cutural Centre
On Wednesday the 29th of July Critical Stage Productions will perform The Kursk at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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Events August 2009
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COW PARADE |
Date: August to November 2009
Venue: Throughout the Margaret River Region
The world’s largest international art event “Cow Parade” is planned for Margaret River Region from August to November 2009. Stay tuned for details!
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LETTERS END |
Date: 12th August 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cultural Centre
On Wednesday the 12th of August La Luna presents Letters End at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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MADAME BUTTERFLY |
Date: 22nd August 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cutural Centre
On Saturday the 22nd of August Oz Opera presents Madame Butterfly at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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Events September 2009
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THE GLASS MENAGERIE |
Date: 12th September 2009
Venue: Margaret River Cutural Centre
On Saturday the 12th of September Black Swan State Theatre Company will perform The Glass Menagerie at the Margaret River Cultural Centre.
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Events October 2009
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