March
Taste of the Liverpool Plains
from 06/03/2011
10am-4pm
Caroona Hall
Caroona NSW
Entry: Gold Coin
A showcase of Liverpool Plains Produce, Food Stalls and Renewable Energy Stalls.
Live Entertainment
International Woman’s Day
from 07/03/2012
Quirindi R.S.L Club Station St Quirindi
Commencing at 6.30pm
$15.00 Includes a two course dinner and guest speakers including Key Note Speaker Stacy Currie, "The Patchwork Poet"International Womens Day is celebrating it's 100th Birthday so please come along and have a good time. International Womens Day is celebrated across the world each year. The day provides an opportunity for the community to recognise the acheivement of women and their contribution to society.
Contact Belinda Eykamp (02) 6746-1755
QUOTA Markets
from 10/03/2012
Rose Lee Park, Loder St, Quirindi.
Westpac Helicopter Fundraising Ball
from 10/03/2012
10th Westpac Helicopter Fundraising Ball
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.
Quirindi Rugby Grounds, Werris Creek Road, Quirindi
Quirindi Rodeo
from 17/03/2012
to 18/03/2012
17-18th Quirindi Rodeo
Contact President Mark Palmer (02) 6746 2575 or 0428 463 477
Polish your boots and put on your hat, its Rodeo time again. Head to Quirindi for thrills and spills in this action packed event.
Quirindi Showground
Seniors Week
from 18/03/2012
to 25/03/2012
At various venues in the Shire NSW Seniors Week celebrates the valuable contribution seniors make to our community. Here in New South Wales, it is our way of saying thank you to seniors and a great opportunity for all the generations to join with older people to celebrate.
Gala Concert
from 19/03/2012
Monday 19th March Official Opening Gala Concert - Quirindi Royal Theatre.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 20/03/2011
The miniature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month from 10am to 3pm. Other times available by arrangement.
The Quirindi Hospital Auxilary "Fun and Games"
from 21/03/2011
10am for morning tea, 1pm for lunch,$15/person.
At Henry's Guest House.
Games include Bridge, Scrabble, Mahjong, Frustration, Dominoes...
Lucky door prizes,raffle,jewellery and craft stalls,
RSVP 15th March
Premer Farmers Field Day
from 21/03/2012
21st March
Renata Davidson (02) 6744 2115
Field day judging the best sorghum and sunflowers crops in the district.
Twilight Cricket finals also played in the evening.
Quirindi Lions Club Annual Charity Auction Sale
from 26/03/2011
10.00am at the Quirindi Racecourse Showground
Machinery, furniture, plants and sundries all up for auction. Put the trailer on the back of the car and head out with a hat, someone’s junk may become your treasure
Wallabadah P&C Book Sale
from 26/03/2011
to 27/03/2011
9am to 3.00pm Wallabadah Public School.
Books of all types for all types! Coffee and Cake available.
National Youth Week
from 28/03/2011
to 05/04/2011
Quirindi Campdraft
from 31/03/2012
to 01/04/2012
Saturday 31st March 2012- Sunday 1st April
Contact Karen McGarry (02) 6746 3446 or 0429 724 330.
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.
April
Premer Picnic in the Park - Caravaners Dinner
from 01/04/2012
to 02/04/2012
The Premer P & C and Lions Club would like to invite all caravaners and the community to dinner in the Park at the Sports Club. There will be a two course meal. Full bar facilities and entertainment from 6.00pm.
Renata Davidson (02) 67442115
Relay for Life Saturday
from 02/04/2011
Address: No 2 Sportsground, Henry Street, Quirindi
Start time: 10am
Start date: 02 April 2011
Registration Fees:
Early bird registration $15 per person (pay by 09 March 2011) Registrations from 10 March 2011 onwards $20 per person
Currabubula Car Boot Sale
from 02/04/2011
9 - 2, at Car park
Currabubula War Memorial Hall.
If raining will be held in the hall. This was very popular last year. BBQ and drinks, cake stall, sites only $11, bookings and enquiries
Jumping and Sporting Day
from 07/04/2012
7th April Jumping and Sporting Day Quirindi Show Ground
Blanch Trophy Day
from 08/04/2012
8th April- Combined Pony Clubs, Blanch Trophy Day, Quirindi Show Ground
Contact- Glen McCoy 0423 321 583
Youth Week
from 13/04/2012
to 22/04/2012
Youth Week 13th - 22nd April 2012
QUOTA Markets
from 14/04/2012
Rose Lee Park, Loder St, Quirindi.
Premer Picnic in the Park
from 17/04/2011
Caravaners Dinner
The Premer P&C and Lions Club would like to invite all caravaners and the community to dinner in the Park at the Sports Club. There will be a 2 course meal at $15 each, full bar facilities and entertainment from 6pm.
April Youth Forum and presentation
from 18/04/2012
18th April Youth Forum and presentation of Award winners for Youth Week Visual and Practical Arts Competition. Liverpool Plains Shire Council Chambers 4.00pm. Contact: 6746 1755
April Library and Information Week
from 19/04/2012
to 22/04/2012
19th – 22nd April Library and Information Week National Simultaneous Story time will be held at Library Services throughout the shire. Contact 6746 2350 or 67 68 7340
Oil Painting Workshop
from 21/04/2012
to 22/04/2012
Impressionist Oil Painting Workshop with Colley Whisson in Wallabadah Saturday and Sunday
Oil Workshop with Colley Whisson
Impressionist Oil Painting Workshop with Colley Whisson in Wallabadah
Saturday and Sunday
Bookings essential
Accommodation available at the Art Shack
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train Rides
from 22/04/2012
22nd April Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train Rides
Contact (02) 6746 2992 or (02) 6746 1479
Great, affordable fun for the children.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village
from 24/04/2011
Miniature Train
The miniature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month. Special time from 10am to dark. Enjoy riding on the trains in the later part of the afternoon near dusk. Other times available by arrangement.
Anzac Day
from 25/04/2012
Quirindi
Quirindi Memorial Clock, George St Quirindi
Quirindi Dawn Service 5.30am with Breakfast at RSL afterwards. Midday service please meet at Quirindi Post Office for march to clock.
Werris Creek
Werris Creek War Memorial
Werris Creek Dawn Service 6.00am, Breakfast provided by Tennis / Bowling club afterwards. 11.45am Service, please meet at 11am at Coronation Avenue to march to the War Memorial Service.
Willow Tree
Willow Tree Memorial Service
9.00am Service. Meet prior 8.30am at Willow Tree Inn for procession to make way to Memorial Hall, morning tea provided afterwards.
Currabubula
Currabubula War Memorial Hall
9.00am Service at Memorial Hall with morning tea provided afterwards.
Willow Tree Dog Trials
from 26/04/2012
to 29/04/2012
26-25-28-29th April Willow Tree Dog Trials
Contact Helen Swain 67471257
Willow Tree Recreation Ground
Be amazed at the prowess of these skillfully trained dogs as they demonstrate what they are renowned for. Trial dogs to be nominated prior to event.
Dinner Saturday night $15/head for 3 course meal.
Free admittance and food available.
Dog jumping open on Saturday, $2 entry with $100 prize.
Trial dogs to be nominated by the 18th April.
King Of The Ranges, stockmans challenge and bush festival
from 29/04/2011
to 01/05/2011
Murrurundi commences at 7pm Friday with a family night, events all day Saturday, finals from 11am Sunday.
Quirindi Sporting Clay Target Club
from 30/04/2011
to 01/05/2011
Two day shoot with practice open from 1pm on the 29th April,
This is an annual event and pre nomination is required.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Annual Vintage Machinery and Miniature Railway Rally and Swap Meet
from 30/04/2011
to 01/05/2011
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village
Rally Grounds 3km west of Quirindi on the Kamilaroi Highway
Featuring Cooper engines
Chamberlain Tractors
Blacksmiths Shop will be operating and Miniature Train rides will be available, watch the Main St procession on Saturday morning
Make a Scarecrow and enter it into the Scarecrow Competition to be in the running for 4300.00 prize money sponsored by National Bank Australia.
Events include tractor pull, pumpkin bowling, working demonstrations, tractor events, sheep shearing and wood chop.
Catering and Bush camping facilities available. Rally dinner and entertainment Saturday night
Admission: $7, Under 16 $2.00, Swap sites $15.00
May
Quirindi Rural Heritage Vintage Machinery & Miniature Railway Rally & Swap Meet
from 05/05/2012
to 06/05/2012
5th & 6th May 2012 - Quirindi Rural Heritage Vintage Machinery & Miniature Railway Rally & Swap Meet –
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.
Quirindi Limited Tennis Club Annual Trivia Night
from 06/05/2011
Come along and enjoy this fun evening, dinner provided.
Tables 8-10 people.
Willow Tree Cup Day
from 07/05/2012
7th May 2012 Willow Tree Cup Day, Quirindi,
Contact: Quirindi Jockey Club (02) 6746 2476
Willow Tree Cup at Quirindi Showground/Race Course.
Willow Tree Cup at Quirindi Showground.
Enjoy country racing at its best, Fashions on the Field and plenty of fast action.
48th Currabubula Art Show
from 10/05/2012
to 13/05/2012
10
th -13
th May 2012 the 49th Currabubula Red Cross Art Exhibition will be held at the Currabubula Memorial Hall. Admission is $5, school children free.
Contact: Kay Pittman (02) 6768 9075.
For more information please visit
http://www.countryconnect.com.au/curraart Small School Art Show
from 10/05/2012
to 13/05/2012
10-13th May Small School Art Show
Currabubula Public School 67689010
Original paintings on display showing talented junior artists.
Quirindi Polocrosse Association Annual Carnival
from 12/05/2012
to 13/05/2012
12th-13th May Quirindi Polocrosse Association Annual Carnival
Contact: Marg Lane 0447 256 683.
QUOTA Markets
from 14/05/2011
Rose Lee Park, Loder St, Quirindi.
National Volunteer Week
from 14/05/2012
to 20/05/2012
14th - 20th May, National Volunteers Week Morning Tea Wednesday 16th May 10.30am at the Liverpool Plains Shire Council Chambers.
Law Week
from 14/05/2012
to 20/05/2012
14th – 20th May – Law Week
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 22/05/2011
The miniature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month from 10am to 3pm. Other times available by arrangement.
August
Education Week
from 01/08/2011
to 05/08/2011
Local Government Week
from 01/08/2011
to 07/08/2011
Liverpool Plains Shire, Sports Council Committee
from 04/08/2011
Sports Person of the Year Awards
Quota Markets
from 11/08/2012
11th August Quota Markets – Rose Lee Park
Book Week
from 18/08/2012
to 24/08/2012
18th -24th August – Book Week
Contact Quirindi Library on (02) 67462 350 or Werris Creek Library on (02) 6768 7340 for information on events planned for this week.
Tamarang Polo Carnival
from 18/08/2012
to 19/08/2012
18-19th August Tamarang Polo Carnival
Contact Mark Barber 0427 456 659
Bundella Polo Ground
A real country polo experience at Bundella.
Daffodil Day
from 26/08/2011
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 26/08/2012
26th August Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
Contact 6746 2992 or 6746 1479
Miniature Railway operates each month from 10am till dark. Other times by arrangement.
National Meals on Wheels Day
from 31/08/2011
September
Quirindi Spring Show
from 08/09/2012
to 09/09/2012
8th-9th September 2012 Quirindi Spring Show –
Includes rides, Team Penning, sideshows, Ute show, Pavilion exhibitions, poultry and more - everything you would expect from a country show.
Katrina Gulliver (02) 67 474 825
www.quirindishow.com.au
Quirindi & District Historical Society History Week
from 08/09/2012
to 13/09/2012
8th - 13th September Quirindi & District Historical Society History Week
Opening hours for that week only: Monday - Thursday 2pm-4pm Friday 10am - 4pm
Contact: Dorothy (02) 67609634 or Audrey (02) 67463273
Quota Markets
from 12/09/2012
12th September Quota Markets – Rose Lee Park
Quirindi Polo Carnival
from 12/09/2012
to 13/09/2012
12th-13th September Quirindi Polo Carnival
Contact Mark Barber 0427 456 659
Quirindi Polo Ground
Premer Cricket Carnival
from 15/09/2012
to 16/09/2012
15-16th September
Renata Davidson 67442115
Third Weekend in Sept
Premer Cricket Carnival
Liverpool Ranges Harness Club Royal Far West Fundraising Drive
from 15/09/2012
to 22/09/2012
15-22nd September Liverpool Ranges Harness Club Royal Far West Fundraising Drive
Contact Bill Greer (02) 67471773
Starts at the Quirindi Heritage Village, does the loop through Werris creek, Spring Ridge, Blackville and finishes at Windy Station.
Quirindi Rugby Club Presentation Night-17th
from 17/09/2011
to 17/09/2011
Quirindi Rugby Ground
Entertainment 6pm to 12 midnight
Dress: Coat and Tie
RSVP: 9th September
Warrah Area Celebration of AA Company Subdivisions 1912 Onwards
from 21/09/2012
to 23/09/2012
21-22-23rd September Warrah Area Celebration of AA Company Subdivisions 1912 Onwards
Contact Bridget Gallagher (02) 67471700
Warrah Creek Hall
Come join the festivities, a fun, joyous weekend celebrating yester year.
Quirindi Chamber of Commerce Business Awards-22nd
from 22/09/2011
Quirindi Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism inc’s Fourth Bi Annual Business Awards
6.30pm for 7pm at the Quirindi RSL.
Tickets available from Shoppe Two Ten and Quirindi RSL.
Quirindi Pony Club Annual Camp
from 22/09/2012
to 30/09/2012
22nd -30th September 2012 Quirindi Pony Club Annual Camp
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 23/09/2012
23rd September Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
Contact 6746 2992 or 6746 1479
Miniature Railway operates each month from 10.00 am till dark. Other times by arrangement.
Quirindi Sporting Clay Target Club
from 25/09/2011
One Day Charity Shoot
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 26/09/2011
The miniature railway operates the 4th Sunday of each month from 10am to 3pm. Other times available by arrangement.
October
October Blackville Community Art Show
from 01/10/2012
to 31/10/2012
October Blackville Community Art Show
Blackville Hall
Contact: Caroline Cudmore (02) 67474085
Come enjoy a beautiful night of entertainment and fabulous art
Holiday Fun Centre
from 02/10/2012
to 05/10/2012
2nd October – Friday 5th October 2012 Holiday Fun Centre in operation. Vacation Care for five – twelve year olds, 8.30am – 4.00pm.
Contact: (02) 6746 1755
Willow Tree Bushmans Carnival/Campdraft
from 06/10/2011
to 07/10/2011
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.
Werris Creek Festival
from 06/10/2012
to 07/10/2012
6th- 7th October 2012 Werris Creek Festival -
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.
Quota Market
from 13/10/2012
13th October 2012 Quota Markets Rose Lee Park.
Pink Ribbon Day
from 26/10/2011
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 28/10/2012
28th October Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
Contact (02) 6746 2992 or (02) 6746 1479
Miniature Railway operates each month from 10.00am till dark. Other times by arrangement.
Spring & Summer Fashions From Shoppe Two Ten
from 8
to 8
Quirindi Royal Theatre Henry St will be hosting Spring and Summer fashions.
1pm-1.30pm Saturday 8th October.
Entry $15, includes afternoon tea and lucky door prizes.
All proceeds to QRHL Eloura Auxiliary.
November
Quota Markets
from 10/11/2012
10th Saturday Quota Markets Rose Lee Park
Jazz Up The Creek
from 12/11/2011
to 12/11/2011
Dance under the stars with Champagne Charlie,
Special Guest Murray Hartin,
Glass of champagne, soft drink or beer upon arrival, 3 course dinner
$45/head.
At “Cintra” Lyn & Tony Windsor’s Property.
All proceeds to CANASSIST, Werris Creek Branch.
Tickets available from
Werris Creek and Quirindi Pharmacies,
Wavelengths Hair Salon, 489 Peel St, Tamworth.
Bus Services from
Tamworth (Hannafords) 67687223,
Quirindi (Peter Hird) 0429032127,
Werris Creek (Perrett’s) 0428667570.
Bare Foot Bowls Day
from 19/11/2011
to 19/11/2011
Willow Tree Pre-School Fundraiser
At the Willow Tree Bowling Club.
Gold Coin Donation, $5/game of bare foot bowls.
Face painting, childrens games and jumping castle for the children.
BBQ lunch, Cake stall and Bar available.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 25/11/2012
25th November Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
Contact 6746 2992 or 6746 1479
Miniature Railway operates each month from 10am till dark. Other times by arrangement
December
Premer Chocolate Wheel
from 10/12/2012
10th December Premer Chocolate Wheel
Renata Davidson 67442115
Chamber of Commerce Christmas in Quirindi Carnival
from 13/12/2012
13th December Chamber of Commerce Christmas in Quirindi Carnival
Contact: Tammie Clark: 02 6747 4601
Thursday, 13th December 2011
Quirindi Main Street
Enjoy the excitement of the season with Carols, Santa Claus and shopping for the extra special gift!
Quota Markets
from 15/12/2012
15th Saturday Quota Markets Rose Lee Park
Warrah Creek Christmas Tree
from 23/12/2012
23rd December Warrah Creek Christmas Tree
Bridget Gallagher 67471700
Bring the children, BBQ food, salad and something sweet to share and join us for Santa.
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
from 23/12/2012
23rd December Quirindi Rural Heritage Village Miniature Train
Contact (02) 6746 2992 or (02) 6746 1479
Miniature Railway operates each month from 10am till dark. Often operates one day between Christmas and New Year, other times by arrangement.
Boxing Day Cup Meeting, Quirindi Race Course
from 26/12/2012
26th December Boxing Day Cup Meeting, Quirindi Race Course
Contact: (02) 6746 2476
Quirindi Boxing Day Races
from 26/12/2013
to 26/12/2013
Enjoy a fast paced celebration of Thoroughbreds champagne and fashions on the field.
Join us at the Quirindi Race Course on Boxing Day from 11am.
Quirindi Rugby Club New Years Eve Party
from 31/12/2011
at Rugby Club
General
Education Week 17th -24th May
Education Week 17th -24th May
NAIDOC Week
Art exhibitions at Liverpool Plains shire Council Chambers
Werris Creek
Children’s Story Time: Wednesday 11.30am (except for School Holidays)
Book Club: First Tuesday Month at 7.00pm
Book Week: 22-28th August
Liverpool Plains Shire Council Library Services, Quirindi
Children’s Story Time Mondays 10.30 am (except for School Holidays)
Book Club Third Monday of the month at 2.00pm
Book Week 22-28th August
Law Week 11th -17th of May at Quirindi and Werris Creek Library
Quirindi Pony Club Camp
First week October school holidays
Instruction Days
First Sunday of each month from February