Events November 2008

Come out and enjoy the summer months with some speedway action! See Formula 500s, Junior Sedans, Late Models, Limited Sprintcars, Modified Production Sedans, Production Sedans, Street Stocks, Speedcars, Super Sedans, Super Six, V8 Dirt Modifieds and much much more....!

2008 Dates:
15th November - AMCA Divison/V8 Dirt Mods/Productions Sedans/Street Stocks and Juniors
13th December - Modified Productions/Production Sedans/Street Stocks and Juniors

2009 Dates:
10th January - Open Sprintcars/Productions Sedans/Street Stocks and Juniors
25th January - Super Sedans/ Super Six/Productions/Street Stocks and Juniors
7th March - Speedcars/Steet Stocks/Productions and Juniors
11th & 12th April - Late Models Rumble at The River/Productions/Street Stocks and Juniors
25th April - Production Cup/ NOS Sprints/Productions/Street Stocks and Juniors

Events December 2008

From 6.00pm. Bring food & drinks. Entertainment, raffle, slides, Squashed Possum award, etc.

Time: 9.30am-3pm at Happs Vineyard and Pottery

Unique hand made art and crafts from around the region and some intrepid jewellers from Perth.

The Art Market now in it’s 9th year features visual art by Trish Waters, Mandy Evans, Di Bostok and Suzie Zapp – new to Dunsborough. Check out the toys, wood items and glassware, as well as a menagerie of other pieces all hand made.

There will be a fund raising raffle and pan cake stall for the Busselton High School Band. The prize for the raffle includes two tickets to the Brookhampton Estate Concert in February and Happ’s wine. The Lions Club will do their famous Sausage Sizzle and parking proceeds go to the very busy Dunsborough Bay Yacht Club.

Entertainment this year will include the new children’s Youth Adventure Choir under the guidance of the energetic David Harries. Don’t miss this concert featuring students from Augusta through to Dunsborough who participated in a week long singing camp in October this year.  The choir will be surrounded by the talented Marnie Fenn, and local musician duo, Paul McDaniel and Peter Warren.

For more information: jacquie@happspottery.com.au or 0412221117

The 2008 IronmanWA SunSmart Carnivale is set to be a great one, with loads of sporting events and activities for the whole family!

Head along to the Athletes Village at Barnard Park on the Busselton Foreshore to see all the action. Be entertained by DJ Frankie Button,  Jazz Attack, FattMatt Circus and Sneaky Weasel, with face painting, poster art workshop and Buz Climbing wall from 10am-3pm.

If you want to feel athletic get involved in one of the following sport events:

AquaShop Ocean Swim- a 500m or 1km ocean swim open to all ages, starting at 8am near the Busselton Jetty. $10 for 15+ or $5 for under 15

Asics Fun Run- 2.5km or 5km fun run commencing at 2.30pm at the Athletes Village. $10 for 15+ or $5 for under 15

SunSmart Kids Triathlon- let the kids have a taste of what the athletes experience on the Sunday! There are three categories:

7-9yrs- 50m swim/ 3km cycle/ 500m run; 10-11yrs- 100m swim/6km cycle/ 1km run; 12-15yrs- 300m swim/ 9km cycle/ 2km run

This event is open to individuals and teams, commencing at 10am with a debrief starting at the Georgette St Car park, East of the Busselton Jetty. PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE ONLINE ONLY $15 individual and $30 per team. Entries close Thursday 4 December. Presentations for the Kids Triathlon will take place at 11.45am at the Athletes Village with spot prizes, and all kids receive a participation medal. Everyone is invited to enjoy a fun day on the Busselton Foreshore and soak up the atmosphere of Ironman WA!

Discover the world of exciting elite Iron men and women.
Ironman Western Australia Triathlon allows spectators to watch as elite Ironman competitors trudge through a 3.8 kilometre swim adjacent to Western Australia's iconic Busselton Jetty; 180.2 kilometre bike course through the Tuart Forest and a 42.2 kilometre run along the foreshore, to be held on the 7th December.

This event is now part of the world-wide family of Ironman distance races which attract over 30,000 athletes to attempt to qualify for the Ironman Triathlon World Championships in Hawaii. The Ironman triathlon will provide competitors and spectators to experience the excitement and athleticism of a world class sporting event in one of the state’s premier seaside resort towns.

Each year nearly 1,000 volunteers assist with this fantastic race- visit www.ironmanwa.com to VOLUNTEER TODAY and cheer on the athletes!

The 2008 Cherry Festival runs from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 December in the town of Manjimup. Come along to check out a range of entertainment and of course beautiful cherries!

Entertainment includes cooking demonstrations, log chopping competitions, Dream State Circus, Belly Dancers and all day music on the main stage. On Saturday evening you can enjoy a family concert in the park with Murpheys Lore featuring Chris and Courtney Murphey, finalists in Australian Idol. Contact the Manjimup Visitor Centre to book 9771 1831. There will also be performances by Manjimup Brass Band and Lauren Brede & Band.

Check out the event website for details of the Cherry Pip Spitting competition and heats!

The Disabled Surfers Association is a not for profit organisation whose sole aim is to give people with varying disabilities the opportunity to have a safe, happy and dignified surfing experience - come and experience it for yourself.

New volunteers are welcomed with open arms - no surfing experience needed.

Participants must be accompanied by a carer if necessary.  All surfing gear is supplied on the day for participants.  A free barbeque will follow the event at 1pm with a social gathering from 7pm at a soon to be announced venue.

"Surfers Helping Surfers"

Two talented young opera singers present some of the most beaudtiful and well-loved moments from operas including The Flower Duet from Lakme by Delibes, Barcarolle from The Tales of Hoffmann by Offenbach and the Evening Prayer from Hansel and Gretal by Humperdinck.

Time: 6pm - 8pm

Tickets: $35 - With a complimentary glass of wine on arrival, subsequent glasses avaliable for cash purchase.

Award winning winery, Swings and Roundabouts, are proud to present the Miles to Go Trio on Saturday 20th December.

David Hyams, a well known composer, producer, and instrumentalist from Fremantle has put together a band featuring some of WA's finest musicians from diverse musical backgrounds in a surprising and innovative combination; a rhythm section consisting of percussionist Caryn Sullivan alongside Waifs bassist Ben Franz, classical cellist Jennifer Tingley; vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Andy Copeman on cittern, didgeridoo, guitar, vocals and bodhran.

Their album and live performances have gained quick recognition - inlcuding a nomination for "Best Folk Act" at the 2000 WA Music Industry Association (WAMI) awards, a live TV appearance on the ABC 'Planet' series of world music and the inclusion of a track from "Miles To Go" on the Tim Winton "Dirt Music" CD.

In recent years, the band's national profile has risen, with 5 tours to the East Coast plus a number of major festival and concert appearances in WA, including opening for international acts, Marianne Faithfull and Bob Geldof. 

Be sure to catch the folky sounds of the Miles To Go Trio at Swings and Roundabouts, Caves Road, Yallingup.

Kasey Chambers is set to perform at Leeuwin Estate on Tuesday 30th December. Kasey is riding high on the success of her sold out east coast tour promoting her new album “Rattlin’ Bones”.

She will perform songs from this latest album as well as past hits from her multi-platinum back catalogue.

Kasey has also invited The Audreys and Katy Steele from Little Birdy along for the trip. All three acts have five star live reputations and numerous ARIA’s between them and this show will provide the opportunity for fans to see them perform in a fantastic setting.

Tickets are available from www.leeuwinestate.com.au, www.heatseeker.com.au, Swell Sounds or phone (08) 9757 0000

Events January 2009

Southbound is the popular summer musical festival held in the town of Busselton each year. Accommodation and tickets sell fast, so be sure to book your accommodation as soon as you secure your ticket!

ALL TICKETS SOLD OUT.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 2nd
The Hives, Pete Murray, Architecture In Helsinki, Donavon Frankenreiter, Birds Of Tokyo, Liam Finn, TZU, The Drones, Wolf & Cub and more to be announced

SATURDAY, JANUARY 3rd
Franz Ferdinand, The Kooks, The Cat Empire, Gomez, Pete Murray, Tegan And Sara, The Grates, Atmosphere featuring Brother Ali, Faker, Eli ‘Paperboy' Reed And The True Loves, Jamie Lidell, Karnivool, Mystery Jets, Soko, A-Trak, and more to be announced

** There is a maximum 4 ticket limit per person for Southbound **

Twilight Movies @ Cape Mentelle

"Unfinished Sky" M15+

Anchored by two outstanding performances, Unfinished Sky is a compelling drama from Peter Duncan. When loner John Woldring (William McInnes) sees a distraught, bruised & bloodied woman (Monic Hendrickx) scrambling on his Queensland property, he has no option but to help her - even though he doesn't understand a word she says.

Each year for one night, the grounds of the Old Broadwater Farm Homestead are transformed into an extensive concert venue that hosts talent from all over Australia.

Broadwater Farm was once in the ownership of the Bussell family and has a unique restored 1840's stone cottage at the heart, surrounded by 5 acres of lawns and gardens where the concert is held.

The Big Mix is a youth celebration providing local and visiting young people with:
•Vibrant and varied workshops in music, art, street theatre, circus
•An informal space to hang out, play pool & visit the youth café
•Performance opportunities on the main performance day at the Busselton beachfront
•Skill development for local young musicians through Battle of the Bands events & workshops
•Empowerment through involvement in the planning & implementation of all facets of the Big Mix – eg. youth will be coordinating stage management for the Battle of the Young Bands & main performance day
•Inspiration through interaction with visiting youth arts workers & performers
Stage Management Wkshop, CourtHouse Arts Centre - CourtYard
Battle of Young Bands Heat,CourtHouse Arts Centre - CourtYard

The Disabled Surfers Association is a not for profit organisation whose sole aim is to give people with varying disabilities the opportunity to have a safe, happy and dignified surfing experience - come and experience it for yourself.

New volunteers are welcomed with open arms - no surfing experience needed.

Participants must be accompanied by a carer if necessary.  All surfing gear is supplied on the day for participants.  A free barbeque will follow the event at 1pm with a social gathering from 7pm at a soon to be announced venue.

"Surfers Helping Surfers"

The Festival of Busselton is an annual festival held in the seaside town of Busselton. A range of activites are available for you to enjoy over the week, and the festival culiminates with the crowning of the festival Queen and a fireworks display!

A full program will be posted shortly.

On Tuesday 20 January the Busselton Hockey Stadium will host two of the world's best hockey teams!

AUSTRALIA VS NETHERLANDS

The Kookaburras take on their Beijing Olympic rivals and world number four, The Netherlands, in a four Test series with the first match to be played in Busselton. Head along to the Busselton Hockey Stadium to watch a world class game of hockey!

Over 200 stalls for you to browse through. The roads will be closed to traffic for this special event. We'll have brass bands, square dancers, fairy floss and even Fire Engine Rides for the young and young at heart.

Come and be a part of the 35th Annual Petticoat Lane! It's free to attend!

Time: 6:00pm to 9.00pm

Last January The Waifs performed at Leeuwin as part of the huge Union OF Soul WA tour with John Butler. In 2009 they return again to headline the Leeuwin Australia Day weekend concert!

The founding artists of Australia’s independent music scene, The Waifs are honored to have America’s leading lady of independence, Ani DiFranco and her band along for the ride.

The Waifs have been one of West Australia's most loved and appreciated bands over their 20 year history. Building their fan base the hard way, playing every corner of the country, earning respect of peers and fans alike for their tenacity and drive to do things their own way. From the back streets of sleepy towns in WA, to an internationally loved, multiple ARIA Award winning multiple platinum selling act, (their latest release Sun Dirt Water now also platinum), The Waifs have paved the way for Australian independent artists to be able to forge successful careers outside of the major label rules.

The Waifs started their career by touring WA from town to town in the back of a Toyota Hiace van, booking their own shows, promoting their own shows and releasing their own CDs. Each night they would package their CDs in post packs and send them out to record stores and fans alike. The only person who they could look to for inspiration for forming the true independent model in Australia was the inimitable Ani DiFranco.  Tickets $60 adults / $10 children under 14 plus booking fee.

Events February 2009

Enjoy the finest selection of Australia's Semillon and Semillon blends over two sumptuous days...

Feast on a selection of West Australia's finest seafood...

Be entertained by the sweet sounds of Claire Bowditch...

Book now for annual the Amberley Semillon and Seafood event!

www.amberley-estate.com.au

The premier ocean swim around the iconic Busselton Jetty, in the south west of Western Australia. Since 1996, the Busselton Jetty Swim has grown from a local event to an internationally recognized event attracting in excess of 1000 competitors.

The 2009 Busselton Jetty Swim event will take place over 2 days with entertainment, activities and family-friendly fun, with the swim taking place on the morning of Sunday 8th February 2009.

The course is a swim of 3.6 km around the Busselton Jetty. Singles and teams of two and three are welcome. Be a part of the atmosphere and enter the best jetty swim in the world.

Twilight Movies at Cape Mentelle

"Romeo + Juliet" M15+

Shakespeare's classic tale comes to contemporary life in mythical Verona Beach, a city ripe with attitude, passion and vengeance. In this opulent world of feuding gangs and families at war, Baz Luhrmann retells the story of Romeo (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Juliet (Claire Danes), ignited by the passion of first forbidden love - Verona Beach explodes.

The event comprises a 1km swim at Meelup Beach, a 30km cycle, which is three laps of a hilly course around Meelup and Eagle Bay, and an 8km four lap run around Meelup Bay.

A shorter support event for juniors and novices will be run before the Meelup Classic where competitors do a 300m swim, a 6km cycle and a 2km run.

The multi-lap format for the bike and run gives spectators a great opportunity to view the action and a chance to get up close to the stars.

Further Information TBA

The Port Geographe 2009 Geographe Bay Race Week is the largest annual yachting regatta in Western Australia. In its sixth year, the event is expected to attract some 150 yachts to compete in this regatta.

Complementing the on- water racing is a full social calendar. Live entertainment will be featured on most nights, twilight sailing, picnic race day and big band performances during the week.

Eight divisions of sailing will be offered in 2009, with at least one of the more popular divisions being divided into two classes to ensure that competitors start on an even keel.

Alfresco gourmet food and wine experience on Sunday 22nd February 2009 from 12.00 noon - 4.30 pm. Live entertainment and charity auction. Shaded seating under huge marquees.

2009 major beneficiary is the Rotary Foodbank Southwest. Tickets can be purchased at 'Jolt Footwear' - 108 Victoria St, Bunbury, OR download a ticket purchase form from our web site.

Events March 2009

Things are starting to happen in Augusta as the Augusta River Festival draws closer. Held annually since 1996, the 2009 festival is a one-day family event that showcases local entertainment, artisans and produce.

On hand for 2009 will be show regulars such as the Lunar Circus Troupe, The Kite Man, the Drink Can Regatta (start collecting those cans!), an appearance by past festival bands and plenty more entertainment and activities.

Pre-entertainment can be enjoyed the night before at the Augusta Hotel and will feature acts headlining the festival this year.

Date: 1 March 2009
Time: 10:00am to 9:00pm
Venue: Colourpatch Foreshore, Blackwood River, Augusta
Cost: $2.00

TICKETS NOW SOLD OUT!

Leeuwin Estate Winery in Margaret River is delighted to present Chris Isaak to perform the 25th annual Leeuwin Concert Series.

Showcasing his stellar songwriting, smooth, dusky baritone and effortless brand of stylish retro-cool, Chris Isaak displays many different musical personas: the rockabilly rebel ("Dancin'," "Baby Did A Bad, Bad Thing," "Speak Of The Devil"), the brokenhearted crooner ("Wicked Game," "Somebody's Crying"), and the breezy acoustic storyteller ("San Francisco Days," "Two Hearts") through to the elegant "King Without A Castle" and the break-up exhortation "Let's Have A Party."

In the course of Chris Isaak's career, he has released nine extraordinary albums, twelve singles, been nominated for two Grammy awards, acted in several motion pictures and starred in his own critically acclaimed TV series. His legendary charismatic live concert performances with his longtime band Silvertone have entertained audiences and earned him a legion of fans over the past two decades.

The 2009 Leeuwin Concert promises a magical night of alfresco music accompanied by fine wine and food under the stars at Leeuwin Estate. The Concert will be followed by the traditional post concert Leeuwin Party, with dancing until midnight.

The Disabled Surfers Association is a not for profit organisation whose sole aim is to give people with varying disabilities the opportunity to have a safe, happy and dignified surfing experience - come and experience it for yourself.

New volunteers are welcomed with open arms - no surfing experience needed.

Participants must be accompanied by a carer if necessary.  All surfing gear is supplied on the day for participants.  A free barbeque will follow the event at 1pm with a social gathering from 7pm at a soon to be announced venue.

"Surfers Helping Surfers"

Further Information TBA

Further Information TBA

Take the challenge of a riding adventure. Cycle through the dramatic landscapes of Australia’s western coast, from the wineries of Margaret River and beautiful beaches of Geographe Bay through state parks and country towns. Freewheel down into valleys, feel the oxygen pumping on uphill ascents. Cool down with a swim in Big Brook Dam or settle down to watch a spectacular sunset with new friends.

•Dates: 28 March – 5 April 2009
•Distance: 537km
•Website: www.greatescapade.com.au
•The ride is a fully catered, tent based holiday. There is extensive back up including luggage transport, a licensed cafe under canvas, massage, full medical team, and bicycle repair facilities.
•People can join the Ride for a 2 days on the Busselton Breakaway Ride.

•Pricing Adult: $995
Youth 17 & under: $750
Child 12 & under: $ 395
Infant 5 & under: Free

•Enter online and save $20 on the above prices
•Early Entry Offer: Pay a deposit by 31 October 2008 and we’ll transport your bike to the start and from the finish of the Ride for free Or you can get a free event jersey! *conditions apply
•The charity partner for the event is the MS society

Margaret River’s iconic international surf event has been elevated to the pinnacle of the World Qualifying Series Circuit, with the newly-named ‘Drug Aware Pro Margaret River presented by O’Neill’, the only male and female six-star surf tournament in the world.
More than 15,000 surf fans are expected to descend on Surfers Point across the week, the event will later be televised to almost a billion people in forty eight countries.
The main event is attracting more than 250 professional male and female surfers from across the globe, with competitors battling it out for prime rating points and prize money totalling US$175,000 (approximately AUD$185,000).
More Information TBA

Events April 2009

The Quit Forest Rally is the Western Australian Round of the Australian Rally Championship. The event is organised and promoted by the West Australian Car Club. The rally is based in Busselton and Nannup.
The rally attracts Australia's and WA's leading rally drivers with manufacturer supported teams likely to come from Toyota, Ford and Mitsubishi. The new generation of rally cars coming from Toyota and Ford are the most exciting new cars in Motorsport in the last 10 years.
Spectators can see all the action at the Busselton Toyota Super Stage on the Busselton foreshore on Friday and Saturday evenings, 3 and 4 April 2009.

Further Information TBA

The 2008 Festival was a weekend packed with fun and excitement. Expect 2009 to include even more events and activities throughout the Margaret River Wine Region! Visit www.margaretriverfestival.com to sign up for updates on the 2009 Festival.

Events May 2009

The Busselton Half Ironman Triathlon takes place in Western Australia, two and a half hours south of Perth. It is the race in the Snap Australia Half Ironman Triathlon Series.

The Triathlon is part of the Busselton Festival of Triathlon. A triathlon for children, women’s luncheon, meltdown function and presentation brunch form the nucleus of the weekends activities.

The 2009 Triathlon course takes in parts of the Ironman Western Australia course and is an ideal opportunity for competitors contemplating an Ironman start in December to sample the delights of Busselton and familiarize themselves with the course during the Half Ironman event

Events November 2009

Leave the pavement behind and head off-road for the Anaconda Adventure Race!!

$10,000 Cash Prizes & Limited to 600 entries.

• Zoot Ocean Swim (1.8km)
• Finn Kayaks Ocean Paddle (12.5km),
• Keen Coastal / Trail Run (14.2km),
• Rapid Ascent Mountain Bike (22km), 
• Macquarie Private Wealth Team Run (1.8km)**

Hit the wall in your daily grind?

Looking for an adrenaline rush? Total relaxation? A little of both?

Divide and conquer and indulge on an adventure megafest in the adrenaline town of Dunsborough Geographe Bay and cash in on an endless summer vibe that’s guaranteed to keep the demons of burnout at bay.

We’ve been busy prowling the trails and connecting the dots over a radical new course through a jackpot of tightly packed parks and private land that is sure to challenge and inspire adventure enthusiasts of all abilities. Big surf and bombing single track, they’re all on the menu at this outdoor oasis.

The surfing ain’t bad either.

Stoked up on caffeine and a pinch of lunacy you’re primed to tame the tide in a deep water start that will take you 1.8km through the pancake flat waters of Geographe Bay from Dunsborough Boat Ramp to Centenary Park. Advance with the armada on a ‘whale watching’ paddle from Dunsborough down the tide sculptured coastline to Bunker Bay then treat your feet to a rough and tumble run around the Cape and over Leeuwin Ridge’s sandy slopes before you bullet breathless downhill into transition. With hammering hearts and a rocket rush of adrenaline you’ll exit Transition to embark on a shock-slamming journey that’ll test the toughness and prowess of all mountain bikers before you rejoin your race hardened comrades at Dunsborough Boat Ramp for the final back slapping beach run to glory.

Special mention needs to be made of the enthusiasm and support received from private land owners in granting exclusive access to the scenic landscapes through which the race traverses.

Broaden your perspective, push your limits, reignite your sense of possibility and uncork Anaconda’s apocalypse in 2009. You can do it!