Events and Festivals

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Established in 1933, the Credit Union Christmas pageant has grown into one of the largest pageants of its kind in the world, boasting 57 festive and fairytale floats, 15 bands, 15 walking sets and more than 1600 costumed characters.

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Walk Against Warming hosted by the Conservation Council, the walk is Australia's largest community day of action on climate change.

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Steve Irwin Day on November 15 will be a day for remembering the one and only Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin at the Australia Zoo.

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The Brindabella Challenge is a fantastic collection of multi-disciplinary cycling events, showcasing everything the ACT – Australia's Cycling Territory – has to offer.

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The glamorous Spring Racing Carnival event was finally launched at Melbourne’s Federation Square last October 3 2007 in the company of some of the Australian racing industry’s highest profile trainers and jockeys.

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More than 80,000 visitors are set to gather on Prince Alfred Park for the hottest Surry Hills Festival yet. A top line up of artists and bands, 250 market stalls, a Chill Out Zone and the infamous Surry Hills Dog Show Off are some of the highlights of this popular community festival.

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With an action-packed program of over 40 events spanning music, sport, food and wine, art and free, family entertainment, the Cairns community has a lot to look forward to during Festival Cairns 2007.

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Catch Miss Saigon and feel the magic of a romantic tale. Play started at QPAC in Brisbane last July 22, until September 15, 2007.

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Surrender yourself in a delightful holiday experience as Hunter Valley Gardens holds its yearly Festival of Flowers.

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There is no other place in Australia that celebrates winter with so much merriment, dynamism, and excitement than Blue Mountains. Don’t miss the exciting celebration of Yulefest 2007.

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Winter Magic Festival, one of New South Wales’ major events of the year will take place this 23rd to 24th of June in Katoomba, Blue Mountains.

This year’s festivity is a promising one since it will be bigger and more colorful compared to the previous celebrations. more...

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Tourists can make their stay at Queensland unforgettable and exciting as they join one of the most fun-filled and sought after events in the state, the 20th A La Carte in the Park to be held on the 17th of June this year, next to the beautiful Broadwater at Anzac Park, Southport. more...

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The Melbourne Design Festival will be holding about 40 different events from July 5 to 15 at the Federation Square along the Yarra River and across Melbourne.

The festival was made to celebrate design and expedite a deeper understanding of its various disciplines. more...

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The Brisbane Festival is Queensland's premier biannual arts and cultural event that plays host to overseas performers as well as interstate and local artists. Generally held over approximately 29 days and nights, the festival combines performances, forums, workshops and master classes to offer Brisbane the widest variety of cultural experiences.

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The festival, which occurs during the first three weeks of March, hosts free events varying from concerts to competitions. The Canberra Day, which is also known as the local public holiday and happens every third Monday of March, includes a hot-air balloon fiesta, fireworks display, food and wine promotion, and a myriad of other activities focusing on Australia's ethnic mix

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New South Wales' premier gardening event, the Australian Springtime Flora Festival, will run from 7th to 10th September 2006 at Mt. Penang Parklands, Kariong near Gosford on the Central Coast of NSW.

This award-winning event is one of the largest and most popular flora events in Australia. Interspersed among the flora displays and landscaped garden settings will be displays by associated commercial suppliers who help to provide the visitor with a total picture of outdoor and garden living. In total, there will be over 300 displays to view. read more...
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The aim of the festival is to further promote the Blue Mountains as a destination for fine dining and wining experiences, and we are seeking expressions of interest from selected food and wine outlets.

Blackheath Art Society is a community of artists working in weekly life drawing and painting groups using all media in a purpose-built studio. Tutored workshops and exhibitions are held throughout the year.

Katoomba Winter Magic is the largest event on the Blue Mountains calendar and is organised exclusively by the community, celebrating the change of seasons and the strong sense of community that is part of living in the Blue Mountains.

A three day festival of acoustic folk, jazz & world music featuring artists from around the world & around Australia.

Springwood Foundation Day is held annually in April. A fun day for all.

Founded in 1997, the Festival presents chamber music and jazz in unusual venues including limestone caves and cattle sheds. Performances take place over two weekends in the autumn when the spectacular scenery of the Oberon district is at its best.

Held annually in September Festival Cairns is one of Australia’s leading regional cultural festivals.

Staged in the heart of Far North Queensland, the Festival is a showcase for the region both nationally and internationally, featuring a strong program of creative, cultural and sporting events across a three-week period.

Established in 2002 Festival Cairns has quickly established a position as North Queensland’s premier event.

The festival’s third year, 2004, saw a strengthening of its position in the Cairns market. Brand awareness within the region exceeded expectations and the brand identity is extremely positive. Significantly, companies that were associated with the event were seen as supporting the community, rather than just looking for economic benefit. This is a rare and valuable result from a sponsorship, and has been seen by existing partners as a significant part of their return on investment.

As Cairns becomes the stage of fun and festivities, the Festival harnesses the strengths of Cairns’ natural ambience, beautiful scenery, balmy spring weather and quality cultural and tourism attractions to create a unique festival experience.

The Festival’s bold and innovative program presents range of intimate and large scale events that bring together our natural wonders and cultural icons.

From signature food and wine events and performances by guest national and international artists, to multi-cultural and community celebrations that showcase the region’s talent, Festival Cairns is a celebration of Tropical Australia’s diverse cultural life.

Visitors to the Show will be able to see and enjoy all the aspects and more at this family orientated Event.

Competition elements include Art, Lapidary, Birds, Spinning & Weaving, Bees, Cat Show, Schools Competition & Display of Farm animals; Cavy (Guinea Pigs). Ring Events for Show Horses & Riders will be held on the Arena from 8.30am to 3.00pm on both days of the Show.

This Agricultural Show seeks to maintain the traditions of the past while showcasing the rural and other aspects that are active and relevant to the community today.

The festival attracts in excess of 15,000 people to the coastal town of The Entrance providing a wonderful weekend of family entertainment and an opportunity to promote local business.

The Tuggerah Lakes Mardi Gras has been carefully planned to attract the entire family and has been embraced by locals and visitors alike.

Since it’s inception, the festival has shown significant growth, originally conceived to celebrate the coming summer season and a means to raise funds for local charities however, it has now become a major tourist attraction.

1. The festival is conducted by a committee of dedicated local residents, all with a common aim: To enhance local economic development through tourism
2. To showcase local businesses
3. To provide a high quality family oriented entertainment

The weekend is offered completely free to families and all monies raised through sponsorship go into staging the festival – no member of the committee is paid.

The Tuggerah Lakes Mardi Gras is conducted on the first weekend in December of each year and provides a high profile introduction to the Christmas Holiday season at The Entrance. The festival is primarily conducted on The Entrance Memorial Park foreshore and the adjoining Waterfront Plaza areas over a period of two days.

Immerse yourself in the Festival of Flowers - a stunning display of over 250,000 annuals and 30,000 bulbs planted throughout the spectacular 60 acres of themed Gardens. 28th July - 3rd September 2006. Entry includes live entertainment, activities, events and demonstrations.

This is the Central Coast's biggest and best event. Close to 300 exhibitors celebrating the joys of spring and outdoor living. The A to Z of gardening is how this event is known, from plants and cut flowers to composting worms; the Flora Festival showcases the lot.

The Australian Springtime Flora Festival in 2006 will be the 20th held of this annual event. Major birthday celebrations are planned including the appearances of celebrity personalities, feature displays and attractions as well as the holding of the National Town Criers Championships.

Based on previous attendances, up to 60,000 people are expected to attend over the four days. Visitors will be able to view 300 displays on five hectares of beautiful parkland.

Macquarie Night Lights is a Christmas event initiated by the NSW Government. In this light-filled event, Macquarie Street heritage buildings are transformed into spectacular sights of glorious Christmas lights. Among other places, the Macquarie Night Lights features the Hyde Park Barracks, The Mint, Sydney Eye Hospital, Parliament House and the State Library of NSW. A display of different Christmas designs happens every evening in Macquarie, Australia.