Wondai Autumn Garden Expo
The second (and final) day of the weekend long 2015 Wondai Autumn Garden Expo will be held at the Wondai Sports Grounds off the Bunya Highway just north of Wondai's CBD from 8:00am this morning through until 1:00pm this afternoon. The Expo has become one of the South Burnett's signature annual events as well as one of the largest gardening shows of its type in south-east Queensland, and it always draws thousands of keen gardeners to Wondai every April. The Wondai Art Gallery will be running a special exhibition on a floral theme today too - so make sure you check out both venues! As well as the usual wide range of plant and garden-related product displays, the Expo will also feature a number of interesting and well-informed guest speakers talking on a variety of gardening topics throughout the day. Patrons can get to enjoy a brilliant Flower Show and live musical entertainment too, and there'll be plenty of food and drink outlets dotted around the grounds. Admission is a slim $4 per day (young people under 15 can get in for free if accompanied by an adult) and you can get more details and/or book a stand of your own on the Garden Expo's web site or by phoning (07) 4168 9297 (or emailing her). Visitors coming to Wondai for the weekend can also obtain helpful assistance from the South Burnett Visitor Information Centre - Wondai by phoning (07) 4168-5652 or by emailing them. The Expo is organised by Wondai Garden Expo Inc and was the winner of the 2006 Regional Festivals and Events category in the prestigious Fraser Coast South Burnett Tourism Awards for Excellence. Come along today and see why!
Sunday Afternoon Music - Wondai
- The Wondai Hotel & Cellars in Haly Street, Wondai will be holding a relaxed Sunday afternoon of live music from 11:30am onwards today. Lunch and dinner will be available in the Cellar's restaurant and pizzas will be availble on the rear deck too. More details from the Cellars on (07) 4168-5274.
Nanango & District Camera Club Meeting
Here's something different! The Nanango & District Camera Club will be holding their monthly meeting at The Palms National Park near Cooyar at 9:00am this morning; then move on to the on to the Crows Nest National Park near Crows Nest; and then to the Ravensbourne National Park on a spur of the Great Dividing Range which provides panoramic views of the Lockyer Valley and Scenic Rim. All three parks provide unique flora, fauna and ecosystems along with lots and lots of opportunities for spectacular and creative photography. If you're coming you should bring your camera, walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen protection, along with water and a packed lunch. Everyone with an interest in photography is very welcome to come along, and you can get more details by contacting the club's Secretary on (07) 4171-0201 or send him an email.
Kumbia Charity Campdraft
The second (and final) day of the two-day Kumbia & District Charity Campdraft will be held at the Kumbia Sportsgrounds off Bell Street in Kumbia from early this morning when the canteen opens and begins serving up Big Country Breakfasts through until late this afternoon. This year's Campdraft will have a bumper field of competitors and will be offering some really great Easter campdrafring action. Admission to the campdraft is 100% free for spectators. There's also free overnight camping in the Sportsgrounds all weekend if you want to stay over. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Cam on 0432-726-578. Note: This event was originally scheduled for April 4-5, but postponed at the last minute due to the weather.
The Poppy Trail - Kumbia
- The Kumbia Historical Society will be hosting "The Poppy Trail" - a presentation and slideshow by South Burnett historian Liz Caffery - at the Kumbia Federation Heritage Centre at the rear of the Kumbia Hall in Bell Street at 2:00pm this afternoon. "The Poppy Trail" is a moving account of last year's visit to the battlefield cemeteries of Europe by a South Burnett delegation to honour the region's servicemen who fought and died in Europe in WWI and WWII, along with Murgon aviator Patrick Tiernan whose Halifax bomber was shot down over the Netherlands in June 1944, and whose grave has been attended by residents of the Dutch village of Dodewaard ever since. Admission - which includes a great afternoon tea - is $5 per head and everyone is welcome.
Bush Picnic - Googa
Here's something different! The Blackbutt & District Touyrism and Heritage Association will be holding a Bush Picnic on the Googa Creek Cricket Grounds at Googa (on the Nukka-Crows Nest Road) from 10:00am onwards this morning. A catered home-cooked luncheon (lunch, sweets, cold drink, tea and coffee) will be available for $10 per head, and fatured events today will include the unveiling of the Googa Creek School Sign on the grounds, the launch of a Googa history book (just $5 per copy) and live entertainment by Wayne Browning. The Googa Creek State School provided education for children in the area from 1921 to 1950, and today's picnic and launch will recognise the important role it played in opening up the Blackbutt district early last century. Everyone is welcome! (Photo: A pioneer house in the Googa area)
Kilkivan Sunday Markets
- The weekly Kilkivan Markets will be held in Lester Millar Park in Kilkivan from 7:00am until around 12:00 noon this morning. The markets feature an array of locally produced fruit, vegetables and merchandise and new stallholders are always welcome! More details? Stall Bookings? Phone (0407) 772-741 or visit the website.
Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting
- The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon today. New members who are interested in learning woodwork are always welcome and you can obtain more details by phoning Marcia on (07) 4170-0389
Open Mic Afternoon At The Broadway - Kingaroy
The Broadway Hotel in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy will be holding an Open Mic Jam Session from 2:00pm to around 7:00pm this afternoon, hosted by Mr Q. Anyone is welcome to put their name up on the blackboard and - when their turn comes - to perform up to 20 minutes of originals or covers. All PAs, guitars and drums will be provided by Mr Q. Everyone is welcome along for a great aftenoon of live music and family fun! More details? Phone Tony on (0439) 077-681.
Sunday Afternoon Poker - Kingaroy
- Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy will be hosting Sunday afternoon poker games today. Registration starts at 2:00pm and the first cards are dealt at 2:30pm. There are $150 in prizes to be won and no fees to play. More details from the RSL on (07) 4162-1755.
Blackbutt Lions Country Markets
- The Blackbutt Lions Country Markets - run on the third Sunday of every month - will be held next to the Blackbutt Community Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 7:00am until around mid-day today. The markets offer a wide range of locally produced arts, crafts and and freshly harvested foodstuffs and everyone is welcome along!
