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	Boyup Brook Country Music Festival, Ute & Truck Muster - February The Boyup Brook Country Music Festival is Western Australia’s premier Country Music Festival. Five big days of music, fun and laughter. This event is the biggest and most successful country music festival and attracts all ages, providing a friendly atmosphere of entertainment and a great weekend away. For more details and dates check out the Country Music WA web site: http://www.countrymusicwa.com.au/, and the Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheBoyupBrookUteAndTruckMuster. You could also check out the Boyup Brook Tourism Association web site as well: http://www.boyupbrooktourism.com.au
	South West Craft Beer Festival - February South-west breweries hot celebrations with local produce, music and, of course, beer. Sample the regions finest brews from the traditional to the creative while listening to local live music. For more information have a look at their website: http://swbeerfest.com.au
	The Festival of the Wind, Esperance - bi-annual March The Festival of the Wind is a community celebration involving local and visiting arts, history, cultures & entertainment. Saturday evening sees live music at the shell. This event is held March Biennially in March - odd years. http://www.festivalofthewindesperance.org.au/ Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thefestivalofthewind
	Perth Caravan and Camping Show - March The Perth Caravan and camping show is a show that the whole family will enjoy, so come along to the Claremont Showgrounds to plan your next adventure. Whether you are an experienced traveler, looking to get into the outdoor lifestyle or browsing for new products this show has something to offer everyone! A visit to the Perth Caravan and Camping show gives you the opportunity to find out how best to experience caravan and camping. There are lots of free seminars and demonstrations throughout each day to make your visit an enjoyable and fun day out. The 2015 Perth Show has a huge focus on entertaining visitors. There is a vehicle recovery using a snatch strap and getting out of a bog with the car or camper trailer demonstrations, reversing lessons, cooking demonstrations and a whole variety of seminars from industry experts. With *free entry for children under 16 and** loads of free fun kids activities on Saturday and Sunday, rides and more there’s no way the kids will be bored, even the teenagers! There will be live entertainment and performances around the showground. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: http://caravanandcampingshow.com.au/
	Nullarbor Muster Rawlinna - April Local pastoralists and many visitors get together and have an action packed weekend at the Rawlinna Nullarbor Muster, usually held mid April or thereabouts. The program consists of novelty and gymkhana events, barrell racing, bull riding, skeet shoot, children's races and a ute muster. For more details, ph: (08) 9022 6435; www.nullarbormuster.org.
	Moondyne Festival - May Toodyay harks back to the pioneer years to celebrate the infamous escapades of Moondyne Joe with stalls, exhibitions, games and rides in period costume. For more details check out their website: https://moondynefestival.com.au and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=moondyne%20festival
	Ningaloo Whale Shark Festival - May Celebrate the annual migration of the whale shark with a free family movie night, market stalls, a gala opening and live entertainment, and meet the sharks in the Big Day Out on the reef. For more details check out their website: https://www.ningaloowhalesharkfestival.org.au
	Carnarvon TropiCOOL Festival - May The Carnarvon TropiCOOL Festival is one of the largest festivals in the Gascoyne Region. Carnarvon is a vibrant multicultural hub, the 'food bowl' to the southwest and the regional centre of the Gascoyne. Called the 'TropiCOOL' festival because it boast some of the best winter weather in the world - this two-day smoke-and-alcohol free event offers families a fun-packed weekend of free activities, including the outdoor spectacle Eventide at sunset on the Carnarvon Fascine, Cocktail Party, TropiCOOL Twilight Concert and the TropiCOOL Family Fun Day. All featuring a rich program of the best international circus and music acts, markets, great food and awesome entertainment. Locals and visitors alike – this two-day extravaganza allures people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, come and feast with us and celebrate everything that Carnarvon has to offer! For more information on the Festival, and dates, check out the following web site: http://www.gascoyneinmay.com.au/festivals/tropicool-festival.html
	Destination Merredin - May Destination Merredin is an annual weekend festival which brings their heritage to life. Destination Merredin is responsible for sharing Merredin’s unique and interesting history. Many side events will be held during this festival such as live music, stalls, auctions, event dinner, theatre performances and more! For more details, and dates, check out their web site: http://destinationmerredin.com/
	Ord Valley Muster - May Rodeo, dining under the stars, music, yoga, comedy and more. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: https://ordvalleymuster.com.au
	Mullewa Muster and Rodeo - June Don your boots, hats and chaps and catch the rodeo action, country music and big skies of WA's wheatbelt, with bull riding, barrel racing, Beaut Ute, whip cracking and camping available on site. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: https://www.mullewamuster.com.au
	Wyndham Stars on the Bastion - July Enjoy sunset views atop the 'Bastion', ahead of live music and a hearty three-course feast. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: http://www.wyndhamstarsonthebastion.org.au
	Kununurra Agricultural Show - July Enjoy entertainment, circus workshops, equestrian events and fireworks, plus country show favourites including market stalls, cattle, dog shows, sideshow alley and agricultural displays. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: http://www.kas.org.au
	Roebourne Cup Day at Nor West Jockey Club - July This seven event card is well-supported by the local Pilbara communities and annually attracts more than 4000 racegoers. A popular event, it's sure to be a fun day out. For more details, and dates, check out their web site:https://www.australiasnorthwest.com/event/roebourne-horse-racing-cup-day
	Mullewa Agricultural Show - August Monster trucks headline this family friendly event, with Quick Shear, LiveLighter Mullewa Gift, free sideshow alley rides, baby animals, market stalls and fireworks. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: https://www.mullewashow.com.au
	Three Springs Wildflower Show & Art Exhibition – late Aug / early Sept. Venue: Community Hall, Railway Road, Three Springs, Western Australia – Coral Coast There is something for everyone at the Three Springs Wildflower Show and Art Exhibition - with a gorgeous display of local flora including wild orchids and locally produced items, local artistic forms of paintings, pottery works, a real life diorama bush setting in the hall with junkart emu plus kids colouring and little train. Homemade scones, jam, cream, tea and coffee will also be available for your consuming pleasure while you feast your eyes on the beautiful paintings and photographs and vote for your favourite work of art! For more details check out the Shire of Three Springs web site: http://www.threesprings.wa.gov.au/index.php/our-community/community-calendar
	Shinju Matgsuri Festival Broome - late Aug / early Sept. Celebrate the dawn of Broome's pearling industry that attracted Japanese, Chinese, Malay, Koepangers, Filipino and Europeans to the region and resulted in the multi-cultural dynamic that exists today. For all the details on the Festival, check out their web site: https://www.shinjumatsuri.com.au
	Koorda Show - September Celebrate local industry with livestock, machinery, minerals and manufacturer displays plus local produce, arts and crafts as well as field competitions and ample family-friendly entertainment. For all the details on the Show, check out their web site: https://www.koordashow.com
	Meekatharra Festival - Queen's Birthday Weekend September The festival launches Friday evening with stalls, food vendors, clowns and children's rides. Saturday morning opens at 9am with the float parade at 10am and "ColourMe" Paint Run at 11am. Sunday is the rodeo and outback ball. Rodeo Events include: Bull riding, Steer wrestling, Saddlebronc riding, Bareback bronc riding, Barrel racing, Steer undecorating, Team roping, Rope & Tie and Breakaway roping. For all the details on the Festival and dates, check out their web site: http://meekafestival.com.au/
	Zest Festival – Kalbarri – September The Zest Festival in Kalbarri is bringing culture, community and history together to create an extraordinary experience in the Mid-West of Western Australia. It is a five year event that will be the cultural pulse that will take Kalbarri and nearby communities up to the 400th anniversary of the landing by Dirk Hartog in 2016. After the success of the inaugural festival in 2012, which commemorated the 300 year anniversary of the Zuytdorp shipwreck, this year's festival will cast its eye over the ocean to Cape Town in South Africa - a critical place for sailors to rest, restock and re-man their vessels. Kalbarri will be exploring its cultural connections to the Cape and celebrating these through dance, movement, art, music, performance, food and adventure. Enjoy a South African inspired dish prepared by Voyager Estates Executive Chef Nigel Harvey, listen to the songs of the sea by international Opera Singer Michael Halliwell or get yourself ready to compete in the Great Race where you'll search for clues, find messages, play challenges to win an amazing Kalbarri Safari package. For more information check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KalbarriZestFestival/
	Mount Magnet Astro Rocks Festival - September Astro Rocks Festival is packed with activities to delight the senses with a focus on astro-geo tourism - celebrating the night sky and ancient rocks. For more information check out their website: https://mtmagnet-astrorocks.com/index.php
	Wave Rock Weekender - September Over three days and nights Wave Rock Weekender features a line-up of about 20 Australian and international music acts, 10 or so feature films and documentaries all set in and around the Wave Rock Caravan Park. For more information check out their website: https://www.waverockweekender.com.au
	Dardanup Bull & Barrel Festival - October Enjoy a local talent quest, stage acts and music, free children's craft and activity marquee, cooking demonstrations, wine tasting and more than 140 stalls, with 'Burning of the Bull' at day's end. Web: http://www.bullandbarrel.net.au
	Bindoon Agricultural Show & Rodeo - October Cattle, poultry, floriculture, cookery, art, crafts, brewing, home produce, photography, winemaking plus pets on parade and horses in action make this AgShow and Rodeo one for the whole family. Web: http://www.bindoonshow.com
	Rottnest Island Carnivale - October Enjoy free entertainment island-wide with an outdoor cinema, performances and a Halloween-themed food village with trials of Island activities and tours, and special offers on local cuisine. Web: http://www.rottnestisland.com/whats-on/event-calendar/2017-rottnest-carnivale
	Perth 4WD & Adventure Show - November All the latest 4WD products on show in one location, McCallum Park, Perth. Runs Fri/Sat/Sun. Contact: (08) 9386 9666, web: http://perth.4wdshow.com.au.
	Rockingham Beach Cup - November Watch from under a ticket marquee as horses compete on the white sands of the Rockingham Beach. Enjoy fine food from the licensed bar overlooking the finish line. For more info check web: http://rockinghambeachcup.com.au
	Blues at Bridgetown - November Western Australia's longest-running blues and roots festival caters for afficionados and casual fans with a stellar line-up of multi-award winning artists alongside emerging talent. Check out their website: https://bluesatbridgetown.com.au
	Jurien Bay Indian Ocean Festival - November This maritime themed festival is anticipated keenly along the Turquoise Coast. Highlights include the blessing of the crayfishing boats, free live musical and cultural entertainment, a petting zoo, markets and a fireworks display. Check out their website: https://www.indianoceanfestival.com.au
	Saint Barbara's Fetival - November/December Locals honour those who lost their lives to mining and put on an impressive eye-popping parade of enormous mining equipment. Web: https://www.stbarbs.com.au

	Northwest Events The fantastic Northwest region of WA (including the Pilbara& Kimberley regions) has a range of terrific events happening during the year. For all the information on dates and events, check out the excellent web site of 'Australia's Northwest' and look up the events links: www.australiasnorthwest.com.
	Shark Bay Fishing Fiesta - May Held in May, and while there’s a fishing competition every day for adults and kids there’s a whole lot more going on including a beer can regatta, a wide variety of music each night, a short film festival and a lot more. All within the delights of the World Heritage Area of Shark Bay; Check out: www.sharkbayfishingfiesta.webs.com.
	The Ningaloo Whaleshark Festival (Exmouth) - May The Ningaloo Whaleshark Festival highlights the community’s relationship with the yearly visitation of the whale shark. The Whaleshark Festival is for all ages and is possibly the only event in honour of that unique, spectacular creature, the whale shark which is recognised both nationally and internationally. The Covering three days, the festival is full-on entertainment for people of all ages – this event has something for everyone, children, youths and adults, it is a festival of education, and enjoyment. Entertainment includes: Float Parade, Fun Run, Live Music and performances, Market Stalls, Corporate Displays, Show Bags, Rides and Great Food. For all the details check out the Festival's web site at: http://www.ningaloowhalesharkfestival.com/
	Marble Bar Cup Races & Ball - July This famous event has been held annually in July since 1893, it attracts an ever increasing crowd of between 2000-3000 thousand people. With a track surrounded by spinifex, red hills and a dusty two up ring the Pilbara comes together with miners, town folk, families, travellers from across the world and all the crew from Pilbara Stations near and far. The early days of racing were supported by district bred horses and a two day meeting was held until the early 70's when professional jockeys and registered race horses came into being. The Marble Bar Races Ball is held on the Friday night as a warm up for a great day of racing. It is a formal event, and dressing to the theme strongly recommended. For more details, and dates, check out their web site: http://www.marblebarraces.com/
	Newman Campdraft & Rodeo - August Newman Campdraft and Rodeo Association, also known to locals as NCDARA, was established in 1996 and held its first rodeo in 1998. Today NCDARA is one of Newman's most passionate and supported sporting clubs. The clubs members have been building up the profile of the 2 events in the remote mining town, some 1200kms from Perth. All rodeo events are catered for all at the Newman rodeo. Open bullride, Open saddle ride, bullock ride, rope and tie, steer wrestling, team roping, novice horse barrel race, ladies barrel race, ladies steer undercoating, ladies breakaway roping, junior barrel race, juvenile barrel race, junior steer ride, juvenile steer race, juvenile bull ride, junior breakaway roping, junior bareback ride, juvenile bareback ride. The Rodeo weekend brings Newman alive and ensures a great day out for young, old and families. Web: http://www.newmanrodeo.com.au/
	North West Festival Port Hedland - August Some of Australia’s best music artists will grace the stage at the Pilbara's biggest music festival. For all the festival details, and dates, check out the web page: http://www.northwestfestival.com.au/
	Robe River Pannawonica Rodeo - September The Robe River Rodeo Inc. prides itself on producing year after year a great event for families, and for the cowboys and cowgirls of the Pilbara and beyond – a spectacular event with an emphasis on competition and fun. The Committee’s affiliation with the ABCRA puts a further emphasis on the sportsmanship and competition of its Rodeo events, whilst maintaining its family appeal for spectators and competitors. And now a 'points rodeo' - the new status means that competitors will earn ‘points’ for winning a place in an event, which will go towards a National Points Scoring System. At the rodeo grounds with your admission fee (which is very reasonable) you get free non-powered camping area, hot showers and toilets on site, breakfast available on the weekend, hot and cold food stalls and Licensed bar facilities – NO BYO alcohol. There are also various stalls and amusements for kids and live entertainment at night. For all the details check out: http://www.pannawonicarodeo.com.au/

	Mud Crab Races - June Here's a good Aussie event. You may consider an afternoon well spent in your best thongs on the sprawling lawns at the Mary Island Fishing Club in Derby. Then again you may take it seriously and have the finest racing mud crab around. Head to Derby in May. Crabs to be in the Club by 2.30pm; racing starts at 4.00. For more information contact the Derby Visitor Centre, ph: (08) 9191 1426, or check out their web site at: http://www.derbytourism.com.au/tours-and-activities/events
	Argyle Diamonds ORD VALLEY MUSTER - May/June The ‘Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster’ is an all embracing community celebration of the prodigious talent to be found in the East Kimberley region. From humble beginnings in 2001 the Ord Valley Muster came to life quietly as a simple one night affair; – a pleasant dinner in the outback for local businesses. Since then it has grown at light-speed to be firmly established as a pre-eminent event in the national festival calendar with investment provided by the entire community. Featuring well over 30 varied and brilliant events across an exciting fun filled 10 day festival, culminating in the Muster’s major draw-card outdoor concert’. Held in the East Kimberley, the muster features a jam packed program of outdoor adventure, lifestyle, art, industry, historical, sporting and competitive activities. Web: http://www.ordvalleymuster.com.au/
	Derby Boab Festival - July Western Australia’s longest running town festival celebrates the West Kimberley lifestyle. Starting with a Mardi Gras, the two week events finished with a closing concert on Sunday. Festivities include the Kimberley art prize, a country music tribute concert, the Fitzroy Crossing rodeo, the AFL Boab Cup and Mud football! For all the details and events occurring through the Festival, and dates, check out their web site: http://www.derbyboabfestival.org.au/ , and you can also follow their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/DerbyBoabFestival
	Wyndham Stars on the Bastion - July Start this amazing experience off by taking in the magnificent sunset on top of the ‘Bastion’ at the Five Rivers Lookout. Great live music, delicious cap fire dinner. For more information on this great night, check out the web site: http://www.wyndhamstarsonthebastion.org.au/Stars/Welcome.html
	Fitzroy Crossing Rodeo and Campdraft - July This rodeo & campdraft is held at the Fitzroy Crossing Rodeo Grounds in July. You can follow their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/341515709307076/?ref=22 Or check out the web site of the Australian Campdraft Association for this even, and all campdraft events throughout WA and Australia: http://www.campdraft.com.au/Page/197/home?returnurl=%2FPage%2F1%2FHome Or the APRA (Australian Professional Rodeo Association): http://www.prorodeo.com.au/
	Shinju Matsuri – Broome's 'Festival of the Pearl' (August / September) From the high spirited and colourful waking of Sammy the Dragon, the festivals Chinese Dragon, after his yearlong slumber; across ten days of festivity, Broome’s Shinju Matsuri is an experience like no other. Shinju Matsuri, which translates from Japanese as ‘Festival of the Pearl’ began in 1970 when local community leaders wanted to best mark several of the town’s celebrations that occurred close together, including the Japanese Obon, Malaysian Merdeka the Chinese Hang Seng at the end of Broome's pearl harvest. For well over 40 years the festival is held every year around August or September's full moon and spring tides to coincide with the beautiful natural phenomenon know as ‘Staircase to the Moon’. Broome comes to life through festivities that showcase traditional and contemporary talents that celebrate its unique culture, history and diversity. Web site: http://www.shinjumatsuri.com.au/index.html
	Derby Outback Rodeo, Gymkhana and Campdraft - August Held at the Derby Rodeo Grounds in August. Campdraft events are conducted on Friday and the Gymkhana on Saturday morning. Rodeo events are held on Saturday afternoon and evening. Rodeo events and Station events are on Sunday all day. There's also food available, stalls and entertainment. For more information contact the Derby Visitor Centre, ph: (08) 9191 1426, or check out their web site at: http://derbytourism.com.au . Or check out the web site of the Australian Campdraft Association for this even, and all campdraft events throughout WA and Australia: http://www.campdraft.com.au/Page/197/home?returnurl=%2FPage%2F1%2FHome Or the APRA (Australian Professional Rodeo Association): http://www.prorodeo.com.au/
	*Broome Rhythm & Ride Campdraft* - September Where bling meets the dust, where you will see some of the best campdrafting stock in the country. A full campdrafting program enabling budding and seasoned campdrafters the opportunity to compete for the range of prizes on offer for all ages and skill levels. The Country Music Showcase is an opportunity to celebrate the local musical talent whilst also being treated to visiting country and rock artists. For more details visit: https://www.rhythmandride.com.au/rhythm-ride-event/
	*Lake Argyle Adventure Race* - September Swim, run, mountain bike, paddle and run again. If this is your idea for fun then the Lake Argyle Adventure Race might just be what you are looking for. This year's event will run between Friday 2nd Sep to Sunday the 4th. There's stunning scenery, cool water and an awesome atmosphere ... and don't worry about the crocodiles - they're just freshies! For more details visit: www.lakeargyleadventurerace.com.au.
	Garnduwa Festival (Fitzroy Crossing) - October The Garnduwa Festival, in Fitzroy Crossing, has become the pre-eminent Indigenous festival of its type in WA. Upwards of 5000 people attend over the five days, held in the middle of October each year. As part of the festival, the remote communities football and athletics championship attracts up to 20 teams from remote communities throughout the Kimberley, Pilbara and NT. In conjunction with football there will be a wide ranging athletics competition. For more details check out: www.laarrigallery.com, or ph: (08) 9191 7195, or the web site: http://www.garnduwa.com.au

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