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Nanango Autumn Race Meeting

The Nanango Race Club will be holding itsAutumn Race Meeting at the Lee Park Raceway in Racecourse Road just south of Nanango from 10:00am to about 5:00pm today. Today's races will have a "Shades Of Autumn" theme and everyone is encouraged to dress up in their best Autumn outfits and/or accessories to be in the running for some great Moffatdale Ridge Fashions Of The Field spot prizes. The race club's licensed bar and BBQ will be operating under the extended covered area; the race club canteen will be open for sit-down dining; and there'll be plenty of bookmakers and an on-course tote available in the betting ring to take your wagers. There's also plenty of undercover seating and lots of parking on course. The Autumn meeting is always popular and patrons are welcome to picnic on the lawns and even bring their own marquee if they like. Buses will be running to the races from Kingaroy's Glendon Street Bus Depot (12:00 noon) and the rear of Nanango's Fitzroy Hotel at 12:30pm, and the first race will leave the barriers around 12:33pm, but gates will open earlier so go-getters can get a head start on that all-important socialising. Admission is just $10 for adults and $5 for pensioners (under-16s are free). Everyone is welcome! Note: This meeting replaces the meeting planned for Saturday, May 21 which was washed out.

Sunday Poker - Kingaroy

Sunday afternoon poker games will be played at Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy today. Registrations start at 2:00pm and play begins at 2:30pm. All games are free to play and there are prizes for first, second and third. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755

Bunya Mountains Markets

The monthly Bunya Mountains Markets will be running at Dandabah in the Bunya Mountains today. The markets feature up to 30 stands selling quality, locally-produced fresh produce, arts and crafts and they'll be operating from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Local cafes like Poppies On The Hill and The Bunya Mountains Cafe will be offering special Market Day menus and morning teas, lunches and afternoon teas, and walking trail maps will be available from both cafes, the Bunya Mountains General Store and market stalls if you'd like to take a walk through the adjoining National Park. More details? Phone (07) 4668-3126.

Timbertowns Woodworkers - Blackbutt

The Timbertowns 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

Kilkivan Railway Markets

The monthly Kilkivan Railway Markets will be held in Lester Millar Park in Kilkivan from 7:00am until around 12:00 noon this morning. The markets run on the last Sunday of every month and always feature an array of locally produced fruit, vegetables and merchandise. New stallholders are always welcome, too! More details? Stall Bookings? Phone Dallas on (0407) 731-344 or visit the website.

Sunday Bingo - Wondai

Bingo games will be held at the Wondai RSL in Mackenzie Street, Wondai this afternoon, with eyes down from 1:30pm. There will be 3 jackpots and 15 games on offer, and the kitchen will be open for light meals. Proceeds will go to help Wondai RSL veterans. More details? Phone (07) 4168-5297.

South Burnett Nutters

The South Burnett Nutters running group will be holding their monthly 1km (for kids) and 5km (for adults) runs this afternoon. Runners should meet up at the Big Peanut in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy at 4:00pm (kids) and 4:30pm (adults) to run a circuit around the town. Everyone is welcome!

Holy Guacamole Walk/Run/Ride - Blackbutt

A Holy Guacamole fun walk, run or cycle ride (do whatever you prefer!) will be held at the Blackbutt Skate Park in Bowman Road, Blackbutt at 8:00am this morning to help raise funds to form a Blackbutt Parkrun group. Nomination fees are just $5 per person and all proceeds will go to the Parkrun fund. Everyone is welcome!

South Burnett Orchid Society - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Orchid Society will be holding their regular monthly meeting at CTC's rooms at the South Burnett Youth Park in Somerset Street, Kingaroy from 2:00pm to around 3:30pm this afternoon. The Society exists for orchid enthusiasts of all skill levels and meets on the last Sunday of every month except December. New members and visitors are always very welcome. More details? Phone Beryl on (07) 4168-1695 (ahrs), Gary on (07) 4162-8404 (ahrs) or Linda on 0429-634-637.

Open Mic Afternoon - Nanango

The Palace Hotel in Drayton Street, Nanango will be hosting an Open Mic Afternoon from 1:00pm to around 5:30pm today, led by the Deal'n. A PA system is supplied - just bring your voice and/or instrument - and there's no admission. More info? Phone the hotel on (07) 4163-1287.

Open Mic Afternoon - Wondai

The Cecil Hotel in Mackenzie Street, Wondai will be hosting an Open Mic Afternoon from noon to 4:00pm today, hosted by Whiskey Ted & The Beer Chasers. Everyone is welcome, and the hotel's kitchen will be open for lunch or snacks. More details? Phone the Cecil on (07) 4137-7716.

Auditions - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Musical Comedy Society will be holding auditions for their 2022 production of Fiddler On The Roof in Kingaroy today. Anyone is welcome to come and try out for a front or back-of-stage role, but you'll need to register beforehand to secure a place. Find out more details on the SBMC's Facebook page

Kumbia Museum

The Kumbia and District Historical Society's museum, located in the Federation Heritage Centre behind Kumbia Hall in Bell Street, will be open from 1:30pm to 3:30pm this afternoon. The museum contains an excellent photographic display of local history and is well worth a visit. More details? Phone Gayle on (07) 4164-4175.