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41 Adams Street
(PO Box 59)
Wentworth NSW 2648
Email: mail@fringeofthedesert.com.au

Fringe of the Desert Tours
Phone: (03) 5027 3777
Fax: (03) 5027 3399

Wentworth Central Motor Inn
Phone: (03) 5027 3777
Fax: (03) 5027 3399

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 Whats on in Wentworth

WHAT’S ON IN … April 2008


 

MEMBERS of Wentworth Services Sporting Club can enjoy their BIRTHDAY PARTY Complimentary Meal at any time during the month of April-  to make your BOOKING ring Club Reception (03) 5027 3302.

EACH WEDNESDAY EVENING Wentworth Club/’Kookaburra’ DINNER/CRUISE SPECIAL -  Dinner @ Wentwrth Club Bistro from 6pm – Board ‘Kookaburra’ @ the Wentworth Wharf to Cruise the Darling & Murray Rivers from 7.45pm.  Purchase tickets at the Club Reception $20.00 per adult….

2nd                   FARMERS’ MARKET – 1st Saturday of the Month – 8am to 12noon at Australian Inland Botanic Gardens, River Road, Morquong.  Breakfast served 8am – 11am -  Stalls are full of the BEST in fresh fruit & vegetables, gourmet products, and you can chat with the growers.  Contact Stacey (03) 5025 2342.

2nd                   “PICK a BOX o’ CASH” at WENTWORTH SERVICES SPORTING CLUB – entries close @ 8.00pm – 5 Members ‘PICK a BOX” at 8pm-8.30pm-9pm-9.30pm with an extra Jackpot Prize available -   Enquiries to Club Reception (03) 5027 3302.

3rd                   1st SUNDAY of the MONTH - AUSTRALIAN INLAND BOTANIC GARDENS – Gates open 10am to 4.30pm - Tractor Train Tour @ 11.30am (Cost $5.00pp).  Light Lunch (12 noon – 1.30pm) + Morning & Afternoon Teas  available at ‘Garnpang’ homestead.

9th                    VOUCHER WHEEL DRAW @ Wentworth Services Sporting Club – Draw  of Vouchers between $500 & $50 from various local businesses commence 8.00pm  enquiries to Club Reception (03) 5027 3302.

16th                 FARMERS’ MARKET – 3rd Saturday of the Month – 8.00am to 12noon at Australian Inland Botanic Gardens, River Road, Morquong.  Breakfast available 8am – 11am – various stalls with the BEST in fresh fruit & vegetables, gourmet products, plus a chance to chat to the growers.  Contact Stacey (03) 5025 2342.

 20th                Art Exhibition @ The Masons Cafe & Gallery located at the Wentworth Central Motor Inn 43 Adams St Wentworth. Local artist Marg Whyte is holding an exhibition called 'Death of a River'. Come & enjoy a coffee, all day breakfasts or lunch & browse her collection with her quirky sense of humour shining through. Other local artists works are on show . Open every day from 9.00 am till 2.00 pm


                MAJOR MEMBERS DRAW at WENTWORTH MEMORIAL SPORTING CLUB –  Members scan your card before first draw at 8.00pm for Prizes to the value of $2,500.  For this month only ‘HORIZONS’ ‘Great Tinnie Race’ Fundraiser for Breast Cancer research will take place with their AUCTION bidding held in between the Members Prize Draws. Discount on Evening Meal for Members in the Riverview Bistro – enquiries to Club Reception  (03) 5027 3302.

 
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 Whats on in Mildura

Timbercorp Tour of the Murray River

31 August-7 September

The tour has grown into Australia's premier road cycling classic. The tour of the Murray River is more than just a bike race. It is a regional community event. (Race finished in Mildura on 7 September)

Sunraysia Farmers' Market

2 August

Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served at 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura)

Red Cliffs Historical Steam Railway

3 August

Enjoy a ride on an authentic steam train. 11am-4pm Family $15, Adult $6, Child $3

Official Launch of SRS OOSH-Outside of School Hours Care

6 August

Fun, safe, family centred and for all. Official opening to conducted by Cr Susan Nichols. Light refreshments and drinks provided. RSVP 30 July 5022 1741 or email srs@srsinc.com.au

2008 Variety NSW Blacktown to Batemans Bay Bash

9 August

Variety the Childrens Charity The 2008 NSW Blacktown to Batemans Bay Bash will be having an overnight stop in Mildura on 8 August. All the colourful cars and the characters who drive them will be on show. Breakfast will be provided by the Lions Club.

Variety NWS Bash - in Mildura

9 August

Sunraysia Residential Services Inc invites you your family and friends to attend this special event and support these wonderful people who conduct the Variety Bast to raise money to help children in need. Come and see the fleet of crazy cars and colourful characters. 100 pre 1970s cars on show. Commences 7am-Special presentation of toys to be conducted at 8am-Variety Cars will be leaving town at 9am.

La Trobe University - Open Day, Mildura Campus

10 August

A university promotional day featuring an open campus, with tours and staff available to explain our courses and study options to attract future students to our university.

Sunraysia Farmers' Market

16 August

Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served at 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura)

 

17 August

Variety of stalls, foodshops open in conjunction wit antiques and second hand shops.

Feast Day St Rocco 2008 Celebrations

17 August

Sunday Feast Day Activities Procession will commence at 10am from Catholic Church, Pitman Ave, Buronga to Gol Gol Midway Centre where Mass will commence. Blessing of bread at conclusion followed by free pasta luch and BBQ.Entertainment in the afternoon and will continue well into the evening. Bands, prizes, rides. Come along and experience a day of Italian culture.

2008 Regional Country Classics

30 August

Bodybuilding, fitness and sports model competition event. Adults $20 Children $10 Starts 4pm www.wnbf.net.au

Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Tour

31 August

Tour departs from the Information Centre within the precincts of the Gardens and takes approximately 45mins with commentary. The very popular tractor-train winds its way through the various precincts. It's very relaxing and informative.No booking required. Light lunch is available on that day from 12noon-1.30pm.

Gardens Tours and Light Lunch

31 August

 

 

 

September 2008

Mildura Country Music Festival

26 September-5 October

Ten days of country music at 24 venues in Mildura and surrounding district with over 100 Australian Independent Country Music Artists. Website: www.milduracountrymusic.com.au

Sunraysia Farmers' Market

6 September

Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served at 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura)

Annual Gem & Jewellery Show

6 September

Mildura & District Gem & Mineral Club present the Telstra Country Wide Annual Gem & Jewellery Show. Crystal & jewellery sales. Cut & polished gemstonces, minerals, fossils, opal findings, books, metal detectors and gold. Lucky door prize. Light refreshments available. Admission $2. Saturday 6th - 9.30am-6pm Sunday 7th - 9.30am-4.30pm Venue Irymple Masonic Centre, 15th Street near Karadoc Av e Contact Details Hellyn Parker T: 5024 5451

Sunraysia Garden Club Inc. Spring Flower Show

6-7 September

Saturday: 12.30pm-5pm Sunday: 10am-4.30pm Admission:$3 The Spring Flower and Floral Design Show features 11 classes of floral design in Open, Intermediate and Novice classes. 64 classes of cut flowers including camellias, daffodils, annuals and perennials, flowering bulbs, pot plants.

Red Cliffs Historical Steam Railway

7 September

Enjoy a ride on an authentic steam train. 11am-4pm Family $15, Adult $6, Child $3

Off Street Drags

7 September

Off street drags-full bracket event. Adult:$10 Under 12 Free. Family $20. BYO chairs. No BYO by law. Fully catered. Gates open 10.30am, racing starts 11.00am finishing time 4.00pm.

Mike Keenan in Angus & Robertson Bookstore

18 September

Mike Keenan, bestselling author of The Horses Too Are Gone will appearing in the store.

Spring Orchid Show

19-21 September

Magnificent displays, information desk, orchid books, plants and posies for sale. Potting demonstrations, free "how to grow" notes. Free admission.

Sunraysia Farmers' Market

20 September

Buy direct from grower/producer fresh fruit & vegetables, jams, cakes, plants, compost and much much more. A sumptuous breakfast using local in-season produce served at 11am. (Approximately 10kms from Mildura)

Sunassist Sunraysia Daily Motor Show

21 September

"Everything Motoring" from new vehicles to vintage, to the really expensive dream machines, a day for anyone who enjoys the many facets of motoring. Gold coin donation. Venue Mildura Senior College Ovals, entrance 339 Deakin Av Contact Details Gayle Danson T: 5022 1771 E: suntrans1@hotkey.net.au

Merbein Street Market

21 September

Variety of stalls, foodshops open in conjunction with antiques and second hand shops.

The Coomie Club 3 Hour Enduro

21 September

Coomealla-Mountainless bike club presents the classes include: solo: male/female, expert & sport. Bike Hub "Pony Express", Juniors U13/U17 and Under 10's Fun Ride. $2500 cash and prizes. Online entry only now open at www.entryzone.bighillevents.com.au For more information go to www.coomeallaclub.com.au

Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Tour

28 September

Tour departs from the Information Centre within the precincts of the Gardens and takes approximately 45mins with commentary. The very popular tractor-train winds its way through the various precincts. It's very relaxing and informative.No booking required. Light lunch is available on that day from 12noon-1.30pm.

Gardens Tours and Light Lunch

28 September

Sunday tour at 11.30am and lunch at 12noon to 1.30pm. Tours: $5 and Lunch: $5.50