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Wallabadah New Years Day Races - January 1st 2009
Contact: Gerard Smith 0428 924 880
A traditional bush racing experience, held every year since 1852.
Wallabadah Aussie Bush Fair - January 26th 2009
Contact: Tania Hartigan (02) 6746 5606
This festival began in 2006 and due to its success will now be an annual event. Browse the stalls, join in the fun and games, stroll the First Fleet Memorial Gardens or simply sit back and relax to the live bands. A great day for the family!
Australia Day Activities - January 26th 2009
Contact: Shaen Fraser (02) 6746 3122
Various Australia Day activities and ceremonies are held within the Shire. Activities include games, bands, fireworks, competitions and much more. |
February |
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Quirindi Cup Race Day - February 22nd 2008
Contact: Nardi Beresford (02) 6746 2476
Throw on your race outfit and bet up big at the Quirindi Cup.
Quirindi Rodeo - February 23rd 2008
Contact: Laura Cleal 0402 538 261
Polish your boots and put on your hat, its Rodeo time. Head to Quirindi for the thrills and spills of this action packed event. |
March |
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John Cobcroft Memorial Race Day - March 10th 2008
Contact: Nardi Beresford (02) 6746 2476
Come along and join in the fun at the races!
Westpac Helicopter Fundraising Ball, Quirindi - March 8th 2008
Contact: Lindsay Maybury (02) 6746 1394
This annual event is a semi formal dinner dance with loads of entertainment. All proceeds go to the Westpac Helicopter appeal. |
April |
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Race Day - April 21st 2008
Contact: Nardi Beresford (02) 6746 2476
Another fun day at the races!
Willow Tree Dog Trials - (Date TBA)
Contact: Helen Swain (02) 6747 1257
Be amazed at the prowess of these skilfully trained dogs as they demonstrate what they are renowned for. |
May |
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Willow Tree Cup Day, Quirindi - May 4th 2008
Contact: Nardi Beresford (02) 6746 2476
Willow Tree Cup at Quirindi Showground.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Vintage machinery & Miniature Railway Rally & Swap Meet - May 2nd & 3rd 2009
Contact: Beryl Mannion (02) 6746 1479
Featuring international (tractors, engines etc), vintage tractors, engines, steam engines, cars, motorbikes and displays, operating blacksmiths shop and miniature trains. Events include tractor pull, Main Street procession, scarecrow competition, pumpkin bowling, working demonstrations, tractor events, sheep shearing, wood chop, rally dinner and entertainment. Catering and bush camping facilities available.
Currabubula Art Show - May 8th - 11th 2008
Contact: Kay Pittman (02) 6768 9075
The 45th Currabubula Red Cross Art Exhibition is held at the Currabubula Memorial Hall each year. Glass artist Alison Mortis will be featured with Neville Logan and John Shields performing painting demonstrations.
Admission is $5, school children free.
For more information please visit http://www.countryconnect.com.au/curraart |
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XMAS in July - July 2008
Contact: Bev Kemble (02) 6746 2162
Xmas in July is coming to Quirindi! Every weekend in July is full of things to see and do!
* July 5th - TBA
* July 6th - Quirindi Bowling Club - team bowling event with meal afterwards
* July 7th - 18th - Art workshops at Wallabadah
* July 12th - Quota Markets; Terminus Hotel Blues Night
* July 13th - Garage Sale Trail
* July 18th -Art and all that Jazz - Art Display at Wallabadah Hall
* July 19th - Royal Hotel Degustation (food and wine)
- Eloura Fundraising dinner at Quirindi RSL
* July 20th - Eloura Charity Golf Day
- Opening of Blacksmiths shop at Rural Heritage Village
* July 26th - St Josephs Quirindi Christmas in July Dinner Dance at Quirindi RSL
- Christmas in July Dance Pine Ridge Hall
- Miniature train rides at Rural Heritage Village
* July 27th - Market Day stalls in Main Street |
August |
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Prime Stock, Quirindi - August 27th - 28th 2008
Contact: Kim Lawlor (02) 6746 2881 or 0428 830 091
A major producer show with heifers, steers, pigs and lambs judged in various categories then auctioned off. School students from around the region partake and are judged also. |
September |
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Quirindi Spring Show - September 13th - 14th 2008
Contact: Richard Carter (02) 6746 1952
Includes rides, Campdraft, sideshows, Ute show, cutting, exhibitions, animal farm, poultry and more - everything you would expect from a country show.
Quirindi & District Historical Society History Week September 8th - 12th 2008
Opening hours for that week only: Monday - Thursday 2pm-4pm Friday 10am - 4pm
Contact: Dorothy (02) 67609634 or Audrey (02) 67463273
Photo competition and exhibition all week. Sections: Public Schools & St Josephs; High School; Open (entries open to residents of Liverpool Plains Shire)
Theme: The water's edge
Size of photo: Postcard - 10cm x 15cm
Have your entries in the box at The Quirindi Advocate, George St Quirindi before September 8th, 2008.
Quota Markets - September 11th 2008
Held in Rose Lee Park 8am - 1pm Second Saturday of each month
Premer & District Lions Club Annual Cricket Weekend - September 27th - 28th 2008
Contact: Jim Mitchell 6747 6233
Twenty six teams will compete in the two day, 7 a-side carnival. A round robin on the Saturday followed by a knockout competition on Sunday. Food and bar facilities will be available over the weekend with big screen footy on Saturday night.
All monies raised during the weekend is divided up between local charities.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train - September 28th 2008
Contact: (02) 6746 2992 or (02) 6746 1479
The minature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month 10am - 3pm or other times by arrangement. |
October |
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Werris Creek Festival - October 4th -5th 2008
Contact: Judy Moyer (02) 6768 7699
Join in the festivities as Werris Creek showcases its historic railway village. Street stalls, entertainment, aerobatics display, Mine tours, helicopter rides, parade, fireworks and lots more.
Willow Tree Bushmans Carnival/Campdraft (75th Anniversary) - October 6th & 7th 2007
Contact: Neil Green (02) 6747 1474
Watch some of the finest horse work as competitors 'cut out' beasts and guide them through a designated course in a matter of moments. You will be amazed at the skill of both horse and rider. A street parade will take place on the 6th.
Quota Markets - October 11th 2008
Held in Rose Lee Park 8am - 1pm Second Saturday of each month
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train - October 26th 2008
Contact: (02) 6746 2992 or (02) 6746 1479
The minature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month 10am - 3pm or other times by arrangement. |
November |
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Quirindi Campdraft - November 1st & 2nd
Contact: Justin Grant (02) 6747 4755
Watch horsemanship at its best as top competitors 'cut out' beasts and guide them through a designated course in a matter of moments. You will be amazed at the skill of both horse and rider.
Quota Markets - November 8th 2008
Held in Rose Lee Park 8am - 1pm Second Saturday of each month
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train - November 23rd 2008
Contact: (02) 6746 2992 or (02) 6746 1479
The minature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month 10am - 3pm or other times by arrangement. |
December |
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Boxing Day Races, Quirindi - December 26th 2008
Contact: Nardi Beresford (02) 6746 2476
Get in the holiday spirit at the annual Murrurundi Cup Boxing Day races. This annual event always draws a great crowd, be sure to be part of it! | |
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