1. Art and Diseño

”WHAT’S ON”
Thursday 5th February to Wednesday 11th February, 2015.
Pacific Highway, South Grafton NSW 2460
Phone: (02) 6642 4677 Fax: (02) 6643 1927
Email: [email protected] Website: www.clarencetourism.com
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EVERYDAY ATTRACTIONS
Passenger ferries; River Cruises, Houseboats; Fishing boats; Party boats; Dive & fishing charters; Canoe Hire, 2
person Paddle Bikes, 4 person Paddleboats, 5 Person Paddleboats, Horse riding; Abseiling; Rock Climbing;
Kayak tours; Arts & Crafts; Aboriginal Arts & Crafts; Museums; Cinemas; National Parks; White Water Rafting;
Bowls; Golf; Tennis; Squash; 10 Pin Bowls and lots of local sporting facilities.
Daily Examiner Offices: Grafton
Phone:
Fax:
6643 0500
6642 7156
Yamba
Phone: 6645 8822
Fax:
6645 8823
Thursday:
Neil Anderson at the Pacific Hotel, Yamba.
Friday:
Just Friends from 8.00pm at the Grafton District Services Club, Grafton. Bats v’s Snakes at the
Pacific Hotel, Yamba. The Dirty Channel at the Yamba Shores Tavern, Yamba. 2 Way Street at
the Maclean Hotel, Maclean. Brett Htchcock at the Yamba Golf Club, Yamba. The Bourkenbacks
at the South Grafton Ex-Servicemen’s Club, South Grafton.
Saturday:
Mathew Colin plus Wilderbeast at the Pelican Playhouse, South Grafton. Sabotage at the Yamba
Shores Tavern, Yamba. Hekyl & Jive at the Grafton District Services Club, Grafton. Scott Day-Vee
Trio at the Pacific Hotel, Yamba. Lazy Sundays at the Maclean Hotel, Maclean.
Sunday:
Scott Day-Vee from 2.00pm at the Pacific Hotel, Yamba. Baylou at the Maclean Hotel, Maclean.
Monthly Hit of Country Music with Surburban Country and special guest Brian Howie from
1.00pm at the Grafton District Services Club, Grafton.
Monday:
The Family Tree at the Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba.
Tuesday:
Hit that Musical Bingo at the Maclean Hotel, Maclean.
Coming:
Friday 13th February: The Two Kings – The Ultimate Roy Orbison & Elvis Presley Experience
at the South Grafton Ex-Servicemen’s Club, South Grafton.
Saturday 14th February: Hekyl & Jive at the Clocktower Hotel, Grafton.
Sunday 15th February: Sugarcane Collins at the Maclean Hotel, Maclean.
Tuesday 17th & Wednesday 18th February: CW Stoneking at the Pelican Playhouse, Through
Street, South Grafton.
Thursday 19th February: Carter Edwards at the Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba.
Friday 20th February: Evis - I’ll Remember You at the Saraton Theatre, Prince Street, Grafton.
Saturday 21st February: Mike McClellan at the Grafton District Services Club, Grafton.
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Mountain Biking in Bom Bom State Forest - Everyone is welcome.
For information on our club and events can be found on our Facebook page "Bom
Bom Racing".
General Information: There are rules and generally riding at Bom Bom and can be
ridden most times, if rules are followed. The main rule we ask is not to ride tracks after
substantial rain as bikes will damage tracks and cause environmental damage. Most
riders are aware of this condition. There are other rules like not to litter and respect to
the flora and fauna in the forest as an example.
The rules are posted on the sign at the entrance to the Bom Bom tracks.
Thursday 5th February
Weekly Grafton Farmer’s & Grower’s Markets to be held Duke Street Road
Reserve, Market Square. Starting at 7.00am to 12.00 noon. The Farmers Market has
a great range of fresh local produce including jams, sauces, honey, bakery items and
plenty more. Stroll in the open air, chat with the farmers and producers, and even get
advice on best cooking methods.
The Grafton Farmers Market provides a great opportunity for Clarence Valley farmers
and fresh food producers to sell farm-origin and associated value-added processed
food products directly to local customers while giving you an opportunity to talk directly
to them about their produce and their farming methods.
The Market show cases locally grown fruit, vegetables, eggs, fish, flowers etc plus
locally produced cakes, biscuits, jams and gourmet items.
For more information about the Grafton Farmer’s and Grower’s Market contact
Casey Challacombe on 6642 3336.
Old Time Dancing will be held at the Grafton District Services Club, 105 Mary Street,
Grafton at 9.30am. Contact: GDSC on 6643 2895.
Maclean Hospital Auxiliary “Cash Bingo” will be held at the Maclean Lower
Clarence Services Club, 36-38 River Street, Maclean.
Starting at 10.00am to Midday.
Cash Bingo, Accumulating Jackpot, Undercover Bingo. Free Coffee and Tea.
Old Time Dancing for Single men and women. This is held weekly at the Criterion
Theatre, Bacon Street, Grafton.
Cost $5.00 – includes door prize, raffle and supper.
Starts at 7.30pm.
Enjoy the friendship of other singles while having fun and exercising.
Contact Peter for more information on 6643 4683.
There are other activities organised regularly.
Friday 6th February
The Grafton Social Dance Club is held at the South Grafton RSL, Wharf Street,
South Grafton. Starting at 9.00am to noon. We welcome experienced and learner
dancers. Ware are learning lots of new dances as well as going over all the other
dances. There is a small entrance fee and morning tea is available. Come along and
enjoy a fun morning with new friends and old.
For further information please phone Dawn on 6642 7459, Lyn on 6644 5265 or
Sandra on 6642 7671.
Music Night, “Squatters Rest” will be held at 23 Collett Street, Tucabia. Many great
local artists will be performing. If you want to perform, feel free to come and add to our
list.
Starting at 7.30pm.
Bush stew, damper, sausage sizzle, Tea, Coffee, Cans for sale. Raffles – Great
Prizes. Entry by gold coin donation. BYOG.
For information please phone Sherry 0419 230 456. BYO.
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Saturday 7th February
Gliding at Waterview Heights with the Grafton Gliding Club.
We fly every Saturday morning subject to weather, and other days by arrangement.
Please phone Warren CFI: 6643 4432 or Bob Secretary: 6654 1638 to arrange a
flight.
Lower Clarence Rowing Club, located near Ferry Park at Maclean, will be conducting
a learn to row course.
The course will be conducted over eight Saturday mornings sessions, each session
approximately an hour and a half long and beginning at 8.30am.
The objective of the program is to teach basic rowing skills and boat handling
techniques and develop potential rowers from beginner stage to have sufficient rowing
skills to join a Lower Clarence rowing squad.
Rowing squad training is conducted under the supervision of qualified coaches during
the week.
Squad members are eligible to compete in regattas when they reach an acceptable
standard of rowing proficiency.
Course numbers will be limited to six, the cost of the program is $50.00, $15.00 of
which covers the cost of a recreational rowing membership for Rowing NSW.
If the rower then proceeds to join Lower Clarence as a member, the $50.00 will be
discounted from the LRRC membership fee.
Please phone David Hailes on 6646 3769, or after December 116, Clare Millist on
0405 534 316 or 6645 1873.
The Village Marketplace in the Glenreagh Hall and surrounds, – Glenreagh. The
Market where you’ll still find a bargain. Starting at 8.00am to 1.00pm approximately.
A wide variety of home grown, home-made and home cooked goods on sale. Also
plants and pre-loved items available. Breakfast on fresh brewed coffee and a bacon
and egg roll or sit and relax with a fresh Devonshire tea / coffee. Browse through the
Museum while you’re there.
Go to: www.glenreaghvillage.blogspot to find out more about Glenreagh.
For further information please call Bessie 6649 2001.
Arts, Crafts Market and Demonstrations. The Clocktower Gallery will be holding an
Arts, Crafts Market and Demonstration Day at the Clarence River Visitor Information
Centre, Corner Spring Street and Pacific Highway, South Grafton. This will be held on
the Veranda at the Information Centre.
Starting at 9.00am and going to around 1.00pm.
There will be lots of Arts and Crafts, Wood Work, Leather Work and Home made
goodies. There will also be a Special Table for you to choose from. You will be able to
enjoy demonstrations from the talented Craftsperson’s. Hope to see you there. For
further information please call Bernie on 0428 448 396.
Free Workshops – Out of the Box Wooli Skate Park.
T / Shirt Printing from 3.30pm to 5.30pm.
Note: Workshops are subject to change. Be sure to like us on facebook at
www.facebook.com/eyeswidewideclarencevalley and check regularly for updates on
workshops and events.
Free Workshops – Out of the Box Yamba Skate Park.
Garage Band from 3.00pm to 5.30pm.
Note: Workshops are subject to change. Be sure to like us on facebook at
www.facebook.com/eyeswidewideclarencevalley and check regularly for updates on
workshops and events.
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Saturday 7th February
continued:
Fund Raising Dinner for Happy Paws Haven will be held at The Vines at 139 Fitzroy
Street, Grafton.
Starting at 6.00pm.
3 Course Meal including drinks (Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks).
Cost is $85.00 per head.
Contact: [email protected] on 0421 606 695.
Funds raised will g towards procuring additional property to enable Happy Paws Haven
to develop a Rehabilitation and Educational Facility for the Community.
Silent Auction – Games – Raffles – Prizes.
Introducing Guest Speaker Tony Knight – Internationally acclaimed Doug Listener.
Due to Tony’s pressing International engagement we had to grab him while we could.
Saturday 7th February &
Sunday 8th February
Walkers Marina Hotel, 90 Through Street, South Grafton. Free "Big Dog" Jumping
Castle from 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Contact: Steve Dobbs on 0409 870 051.
Sunday 8th February
Croquet at Coutts Crossing is held at the Coutts Crossing Croquet Club, next to the
fire station.
Starting at 8.00 and 9.00am.
At just $7.00 for a day’s play, it is the best sporting value for miles around.
To contact the Coutts Crossing Croquet Club, phone president Wayne Gadke on 6649 3200 or
secretary Peter Martin on 6649 5109.
Markets Tucabia “Squatters Rest” will be held at 23 Collett Street, Tucabia.
Approximately 8.00am to 12.00pm. Stallholders welcome.
Phone for more information on 6644 8076 or 0428 543 055.
Enjoy a cuppa and damper and browse the Museum for a low price. Gift Ideas – Brica-Brac, Cakes, Fruit, Vegetables, Jewellery, Egg-Bacon Rolls, Sausage-Sizzle, Tea,
Coffee, Damper, Handmade Gifts.
Maclean Dirt Bike Club - Motocross Madness will be included as Round 1 of the Club
Championship will be held at Gardiners Road, Maclean. Once the Northern NSW
Challenge and North Coast Series dates have been confirmed the club series dates will
be advised. Contact: Louise McNamara. Phone: 0423 034 691.
Travelling from the North to Maclean. Turn right off the Pacific Highway at the Ferry
Park Complex. Continue on this road for approximately 500 metres and take the brooms
Head turnoff. This is a right turn. Follow this road up the hill and down under the highway
until you reach at Y intersection. At the Y intersection take the street to the left and follow
this road past the industrial estate. After the industrial estate the road turns sharply to
the left. This is where Gardiners Road approximately 800 metres and you will see our
Motocross Sign (Race Days Only). Turn right into the gravel road veer right at the top of
the track. There are usually signs out on race days to follow.
Travelling from the South to Maclean. Turn left off the Pacific Highway at the Ferry
Park Complex and follow the instructions above.
Grafton Clay Target Club will be held at 604 Grafton-Lawrence Road, Grafton.
This will include 100T Down the Line Events and includes 50T President’s Shield.
Starts at 10.00am.
Contact: Rus Wesslink. Phone: 6642 4636.
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Sunday 8th February
continued:
Summer Sunday Sessions at Irons and Craig, Coldstream Street, Yamba.
Starting at 12.00pm.
It’s On! – cruise in our backyard with awesome music, great food and our full bar.
No Cover charge, just good times and relaxed atmosphere.
Maclean Country Music (second Sunday of each month) will be held at the Maclean
Bowling Club, Maclean.
Starting at 1.00pm.
Everyone is welcome and if you sing, organisers will be even happier.
Inquiries to Doreen on 6645 2203 or Val on 6645 2973.
Email: [email protected]
Monday 9th February
Grafton Ukulele players ('Gr'Ukets') get together at 10 am (till 11.45), at Joan Muir
Community Hall, 194 Turf St, Grafton. $3 contribution covers the hall hire, and
tea/coffee. Friendly support from fellow learners, songs with chords to share, Tap in
and Uke out with us!
If you know anyone who would like to be kept in-formed about Folk Song & Music
sessions, Uke sessions, and Open Mike performance opportunities in the Clarence,
please feel free to pass on my contact details ~ Mazza 6647 3274, New email:
[email protected] Similarly, if you are organizing such an event, tell me
about it. I might be able to help you spread the word.
Music happens because people, who want to sing & play, get together!
Social Dancing – Scottish Country Dancing. It’s very energetic, a lot of fun, you
don’t have to bring your sword to dance on – and there are some very simple dances
to learn. This is for members of U3A (that is over fifty and having paid your subs)
2.00pm to 3.30pm at the Wooli Street Community Hall, Yamba. Everyone is welcome,
no partner needed. Now if you want to join in please ring Anne on 6645 1345, as she
will ensure some simpler dances are included for the beginners. Folk dancing is a
wonderful way to getting ‘fit and fin’, so do your diabetic tendencies a good turn and
join in.
“Rock n Roll Classes” with the Big River Rockers at the Grafton Golf Club, Bent
Street, South Grafton.
Starting at 7.00pm to 9.15pm.
100% Social rock N Roll. $2.00 per person.
For more information ring 6642 2255.
http://www.facebook.com/RockandRollGrafton
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Euchre Night at the Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba.
Invitation to Learn and/or Play Euchre.
To commemorate 25 years of playing Euchre at the Bowlo, the Euchre Club executive
invites you to come and join them and enjoy a relaxed game of euchre among people
who will become your friends.
Starting at 7.00pm and are usually finished by 9.30pm.
Cost is $3.00 per player per night, with a prize pool of $30.00 per night, plus various
jackpots.
The ‘Courtesy Bus’ is there for your convenience.
So, if you have not played euchre for a while, or not at all…. no sweat, beginner
classes or just a refresher run through is available, just make contact and let us know
your wishes.
Contact: Joan Pullen on 6646 3110.
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Tuesday 10th February
Change of Venue until the 17th February, 2015 Please Contact: Staff Sheldon.
Phone: 6646 2385. Yamba Rotary Club usually meet every week at the Yamba
Bowling Club, Wooli Street, Yamba. Arriving at 6.00pm for a 6.30pm start.
Old Time Dancing will be held at the Grafton District Services Club, 105 Mary Street,
Grafton at 7.30pm.
Contact: GDSC on 6643 2895.
Tuesday 10th February &
Wednesday 11th February
Invitation: All Clarence Valley Seniors!
Free Seniors Telstra Tech Savvy workshops!
These events will be held at Telstra Store in Grafton Shoppingworld, Grafton.
The Telstra Store in Grafton Shoppingworld will once again be hosting various "tech"
workshops over the course of 2 days, including:
TUESDAY: 10th FEBRUARY – 10.00-11.00am: Introduction to Internet
TUESDAY: 10th FEBRUARY – 2.00-3.00pm: Introduction to Email
WEDNESDAY: 11th FEBRUARY – 10.00-11.00am: Introduction to Smartphones
WEDNESDAY: 11th FEBRUARY – 2.00-3.00pm: Introduction to Tablets
For more information, please contact the Telstra Store on 6642 8488.
Wednesday 11th February
Yamba Weekly Farmers and Food Markets will be held in the Whiting Beach Car
Park of Flinders Reserve, Yamba. Time: 7am til 12noon. All produce sold must be
freshly and locally grown. The Market show cases locally grown fruit, vegetables, eggs,
fish, flowers etc. plus locally produced cakes, biscuits, jams and gourmet items
For more information about the Grafton Farmer’s and Grower’s Market contact
Casey Challacombe on 6642 3336.
Croquet at Coutts Crossing is held at the Coutts Crossing Croquet Club, next to the
fire station.
Starting at 8.00 and 9.00am.
At just $7.00 for a day’s play, it is the best sporting value for miles around.
To contact the Coutts Crossing Croquet Club, phone president Wayne Gadke on 6649
3200 or secretary Peter Martin on 6649 5109.
Old Time Dancing will be held at the Grafton District Services Club, 105 Mary Street,
Grafton at 9.30am.
Contact: GDSC on 6643 2895.
Kids Karate – Beginners Class. Age: 8 to 13 years. Where: Basmar Hall, 21 Pound
Street, Grafton.
Time: 4.00pm to 5.00pm.
Enquiries to Instructor: Anne Trimble. Phone: 0414 724 454 or 6644 7391.
Sing Australia – Connecting Australians in Singing – Grafton Group – every
Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm at the Presbyterian Church Hall, Cnr Oliver and
Prince Streets, Grafton.
Contact: Sue on 6647 6326. All Welcome!
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Thursday 12th February
Weekly Grafton Farmer’s & Grower’s Markets to be held Duke Street Road
Reserve, Market Square. Starting at 7.00am to 12.00 noon. The Farmers Market has
a great range of fresh local produce including jams, sauces, honey, bakery items and
plenty more. Stroll in the open air, chat with the farmers and producers, and even get
advice on best cooking methods.
The Grafton Farmers Market provides a great opportunity for Clarence Valley farmers
and fresh food producers to sell farm-origin and associated value-added processed
food products directly to local customers while giving you an opportunity to talk directly
to them about their produce and their farming methods.
The Market show cases locally grown fruit, vegetables, eggs, fish, flowers etc plus
locally produced cakes, biscuits, jams and gourmet items.
For more information about the Grafton Farmer’s and Grower’s Market contact
Casey Challacombe on 6642 3336.
Maclean Hospital Auxiliary “Cash Bingo” will be held at the Maclean Lower
Clarence Services Club, 36-38 River Street, Maclean. Starting at 10.00am to Midday.
Cash Bingo, Accumulating Jackpot, Undercover Bingo. Free Coffee and Tea.
Greyhound Racing Day TAB Meeting – TAB C will be held at the Greyhound Track,
Cranworth Street, Grafton. This is one of the fastest ways to win or lose a bet and it's
an exciting sport to boot. Entry $5.00.
Gates open at 11.30am. Super tucker and refreshments available.
Contact: Brad Ellis Phone: 6642 3713.
Euchre Night at the Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba.
Invitation to Learn and/or Play Euchre.
To commemorate 25 years of playing Euchre at the Bowlo, the Euchre Club executive
invites you to come and join them and enjoy a relaxed game of euchre among people
who will become your friends.
Starting at 7.00pm and are usually finished by 9.30pm.
Cost is $3.00 per player per night, with a prize pool of $30.00 per night, plus various
jackpots.
The ‘Courtesy Bus’ is there for your convenience.
So, if you have not played euchre for a while, or not at all…. no sweat, beginner
classes or just a refresher run through is available, just make contact and let us know
your wishes.
Contact: Joan Pullen on 6646 3110.
Old Time Dancing for Single men and women. This is held weekly at the Criterion
Theatre, Bacon Street, Grafton. Cost $5 – includes door prize, raffle and supper. Starts
at 7.30pm. Enjoy the friendship of other singles while having fun and exercising.
Contact Peter for more information on 6643 4683. There are other activities organised
regularly.
NEIGHBOURING AREA EVENTS FOR THIS WEEK
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PASSENGER FERRIES, VEHICULAR FERRIES and RIVER CRUISES
CLARENCE RIVER FERRIES – from Yamba and Iluka.
Bookings Phone: 0408 664 556 or 6646 6423.
Everyday: Passenger Services between Yamba and Iluka. Adults: $7.30, Pensioners and Children: $3.70 (each way).
Family Pass: 2 Adults / up to 4 Children $42.00 return. Children – under 16 years – under 5 years free.
(Pensioner discount does not apply to Tour Groups). All prices include GST. (Prices are subject to change).
Times:
Departing Iluka, Boatshed & Marina – 8:45am, 10:15am, (1:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday
Only), 2:30pm and 4:00pm.
Departing Yamba, End of River Street – 9:30am, 11:00am, (1:45pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and
Saturday Only) 3:15pm and 4:45pm Ferry does not return to Yamba.
No Service on Christmas Day.
Ferries available for Private Functions, Weddings, parties, Any occasions.
Harwood Island Cruise: Enjoy a trip on the beautiful Clarence River. Ferry departs every Wednesday and Friday. Yamba
11am and returns 3.00pm - Iluka 11.45am and returns 2.30pm. Adults from Yamba $20.00 Return. Pensioners $17.00.
Children ½ Price. Adults from Iluka $18.00 Return. Pensioners $15.00. Children ½ Price. Sandwiches, Tea & Coffee, Beer,
Wine, Drinks available. Coaches Catered For. Bookings essential – all prices include GST (Prices are subject to
change. Pensioner Discount does not apply to Tour Groups).
Sunday Live Music: Enjoy live Music while Cruising the beautiful Clarence River every Sunday. Departing Yamba
11.00am and returns 3.00pm. Iluka 11.45am and returns 2.30pm. Adults from Yamba $30.00 Return. Pensioners
$25.00. Children ½ Price. Adults from Iluka $25.00 Return. Pensioners $20.00. Children ½ Price. Sandwiches, Tea and
Coffee, Beer, Wine, Drinks available. Coaches Catered For. Bookings Essential. (Prices are subject to change.
Pensioner Discount does not apply to Tour Groups).
Email: info@[email protected]
For more information go to: www.clarenceriverferries.com
CLARENCE RIVER BOAT HIRE – Yamba Marina, Yamba Road, Yamba.
Phone: 6645 8525 or 0401 538 008.
Features include: Toilet, Roof, Gas BBQ and Tools, Life Jackets, Wheel Chair Access, Electric Start, Esky and Fishing
Rod Holders. No Boat Licence Required. Great fun for the whole family.
Deluxe 12 Person BBQ Pontoon:
$300.00 Full Day Hire from 8.00am to 4.00pm or 9.00am to 5.00pm.
$200.00 Half Day Hire from 8.00am to 12.00 noon or 1.00pm to 5.00pm.
Eight Persons BBQ Pontoon:
$200.00 Full Day Hire from 8.00 to 4.00pm or 9.00am to 5.00pm.
$140.00 Half Day Hire from 8.00am to 12.00 noon or 1.00pm to 5.00pm.
12 Person Standard Pontoon:
$260.00 Full Day Hire from 8.00am to 4.00pm or 9.00am to 5.00pm.
$180.00 Half Day Hire from 8.00am to 12.00 noon or 1.00pm to 5.00pm.
Twilight Hire - Daylight Savings Only $100.00 on the 8 person BBQ Pontoon - 5.30pm to 8.00pm.
$120.00 on the 12 person Pontoon – 5:30pm to 8.00pm.
LAWRENCE FERRY - 24 hour free service
The Lawrence ferry crossing the Clarence River at Rutland Street, Lawrence this ferry shuttles between Lawrence
and Woodford Island and is part of Tourist Drive 22. Vehicles with long overhang will have problems at low tide.
Operating Time: 24 hours, 7 days a week
Service Day: There is no interruption to service during maintenance periods as two ferries are available at this
crossing
Trip Duration: 3 mins (Please allow up to 10 mins waiting time)
Mobile: 0417 450 368.
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ULMARRA FERRY
This ferry is unsuitable for caravans and coaches but is OK for mini-buses.
Operating times: 6.00am to 11.00pm with three (3) meal Breaks.
6.00am – 9.45am Southgate. 9.50am from Ulmarra with services resume at 10.20am.
12.25pm from Southgate. 12.30pm from Ulmarra, with services resume at 1.00pm.
5.45pm from Southgate. 5.50pm from Ulmarra with services resume at 6.20pm.
Final crossing at 10.40 from Southgate and Ulmarra at 10.50pm.
Please Note: The Ulmarra Ferry is out of service on the first Wednesday of each month between 9.30am and
12.30pm.
Ulmarra Ferry - Ulmarra Ferry (Ferry 92) - Mobile: 0417 500 472.
LOCAL COACH DAYTOURS from Grafton and from Yamba
 Busways North Coast Pty Ltd - offers regular circuits of Grafton – Monday to Saturday. Phone: 6642 2954.
 4WD Tours are available from Grafton to The Gorge, mountains or beaches. Phone: 6644 9381.
SERVICE
GRAFTON
HILLDROP
HOLIDAYS
Phone:
6644 9220
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Yamba, Iluka,
Ferry Park
Tour Grafton,
Maclean &
Lawrence
WEDNESDAY
Coffs Harbour &
Woolgoolga
THURSDAY
World Heritage
Washpool &
Gibraltar
Range
FRIDAY
No tour.
NOTE: We service
direct to Grafton.
Yamba Tours and Charters – Day Tours
Day Tours Include, Escape, Explore, Enjoy.
Morning Tea and Lunch are included on most days. Depending on the Day Tour you choose.
Coach Travel in Air Conditioned comfort and entry to all attractions and cruises are included.
$55.00 per person. Booking Essential on 1800 813 033.
Please book by 4.00pm the day before you wish to join us.
ART GALLERY EXHIBITIONS.
Clocktower Gallery
Clarence River Visitor Information Centre, Cnr Spring Street and Pacific Highway, South Grafton. Phone: 6642 4677.
Exhibition from: 1st February to 28th February, 2015.
Chris Timmins – Artists for the month of February, 2015.
An Accomplished teacher of textiles, Chris Timmins has influenced the development of many quilt makers.
She is well known for her brilliant Bargello Designs that entice the eye. These designs have been published in
Patchwork magazines and hundreds of quilts have been made in Australia and overseas
Patchwork and quilting have been her passion and now she teaches both school students and adults all over NSW.
She has been invited back to Fiji after very successful trips in the past.
Twisted Bargello was the start of her journey to designing, tutoring and selling patterns. Twisted Bargello is one of
Chris’s most popular patterns, selling especially well in the USA and Canada.
Chris has designed many more stunning designs, Haylie’s Comet, Jacaranda Sky and Lightning Strikes. She is
now branching out into new designs called Take 6 and turning the latest craze “Jelly Rolls” into exciting quilts.
As well as quilting Chris enjoys producing exciting fabrics using a chemically safe dyeing technique using Genesis
Dyes. These fabrics are then used in quilting, wall hangings and cushions.
Chris is a retired Teacher after 34 years, including 27 at the Grafton High School, it was difficult to leave all the
wonderful students. She plans to continue to teach them after school, the new students coming through are excited
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about learning the art of quilt making, displaying their quilts in competitions and hopefully taking home awards.
Chris’s students have won sewing machines in Sydney, which makes 38 plus machines won by school students
over the last 20 plus years in the Clarence Valley.
Come along to the Clarence River Visitor Information Centre at South Grafton and view just a few of the quilts she
has designed and created.
Open: 7 days a week from 9.00am to 5.00pm. Closed Christmas Day & Good Friday.
The Clarence River Visitor Information Centre is an outlet for other beautiful works produced by members of the
Clocktower Gallery and local Products, such as the local Wombah Coffee from Woombah, Local Honey and
Nicholson’s Fine Food Products from Yamba.
Ferry Park Gallery
Ferry Park, Pacific Highway, Maclean. Contact: Jenny Thomas (President). Phone: 6645 3700.
Open: 7 days a week from 9.00am to 5.00pm. Closed Christmas Day.
Anzac Day – Open 11.00pm – 5.00pm.
Website: www.ferrypark.org
Email: [email protected]
Exhibition from: 1st February to 28th February, 2015.
Artist team up for Artist of the month – Rhondella Hyde and Karl Rubli
Rhondella Hyde is one of two featured Artists at Ferry Park Gallery, Maclean during the month of February. Works
include acrylic painting, graphite pen & ink drawing and includes several new inspiring and colourful abstracts.
Rhondella is the winner of many art awards throughout the Clarence Valley, including Grand Champion 3 times at
the Jacaranda Art Exhibition. This year Rhondella will commence art classes at Ferry Park Gallery, details of which
can be found on the website at ferrypark.org.
The other featured artist is Karl Rubli, Karl has been interested in art all his life. Drawing and painting were
hobbies in his young years. Then he had a passion for design by profession and for pleasure. Later on his very
busy working life stopped him partly from drawing, sculpturing and carving.
A lifelong dream came true when he and his wife retired from Switzerland to Australia in 2005. He was attracted
and fascinated by the Clarence Region.
At once he began to carve in Hebel and wood. It is great to do carving and sculpturing for pleasure, he says.
“There is something magical in timber. It’s about appreciation of wood. And if there are defects and irritation well,
they are of natural beauty and charm”.
Karl tries to keep his hand carved forms simple, mostly stylized or abstract to let the brain make up the completion.
Each and every piece is unique. Karl does not work from plans and sometimes not even from sketches as he likes
to design his works entirely in his mind.
“I’m surrounded by outstanding art every day fabulous nature…with all its wonder and energy”.
This duel exhibition is well worth a visit to experience firsthand the beauty in the creations of Rhondella and Karl.
Ferry Park Gallery is open 7 days a week, 9 to 5. More information can found on the website: ferrypark.org
Exhibits are constantly changing and there are some new exhibitors recently, displaying some exquisite crafts. So
why not drop in to see what’s going on, the Gallery is open 7 days a week from 9am to 5pm – Closed Christmas
Day.
For more information visit our website www.ferrypark.org or follow us on face book, just search for Ferry Park.
Community Studio Space (used to be The Junior Art Space)
Exhibitors must be:
 A school group
 Community group creating artworks not for profit
 LCACA affiliated group or member (can book space annually if they are not artist of the month in the same
year) e.g. Clay works, Art group, quilters etc.
 Individual artist with unique talents creating artworks not for profit.
Works can have a sale price however exhibitors must not be operating a commercial business.
If you have a class of budding artists, contact Junior Art co-ordinator Kerrie Howland phone on 6645 9088
or 0438 934 304. Email [email protected]
Anyone who would like to become a Friend would be most welcome. Full training is given to our Friends so they
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feel completely at home at Ferry Park. It is a great way to meet visitors from all over the world and to make new
friends in the local area while volunteering amid the inspiring work of our members. If this is something you would
like to do, please call in at Ferry Park Gallery or telephone 6645 3700.
Visit Ferry Park Galley’s Website: www.LCACA.org or Facebook: www.facebook.com/ferryparkgallery
Ulmarra Art Craft Collectables
5a Coldstream Street, Ulmarra. Contact: Pam Newman. Phone: 6644 5888.
Open: 10am to 4pm, 7 days.
Local Craft including: Art, Linen Tea / towels, Jewellery, Bags, Cards, Scarves and Hats and much much more.
Bentleg Market
36 Skinner Street, South Grafton. Contact: Robert Bentley. Phone: 6643 2929.
Open: Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, Saturday 9.00 am to 12 noon.
Grafton Handicraft Minimart
133 Prince Street, Grafton. Contact: Ann Marsh. Phone: 6644 9417.
Open: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 4.00pm, Saturday 9.00am to 11.45am.
This shop has been run by volunteers for over 40 years. Quality hand made goods sold at reasonable prices: includes
Crochet, Knitted goods, Dolls Clothes, Leatherwork, Baby Wear, including Premmie and many other useful and novel
articles. Orders taken.
The Shed Gallery
Open: Mondays and Wednesdays from 9.am to 12noon on both days. Other times by appointment
preferably in the morning.
Unwins Lane, Goodwood Island. Open by appointment phone: 6646 4319. Depicting the early days of the Sugar
Cane Industry. Gold coin donation appreciated.
Grafton Regional Gallery
158 Fitzroy Street, Grafton. Contact: Jude McBean (Director). Phone: 6642 3177.
Open Tuesday to Sunday 10.00am to 4.00pm. Closed Monday. Admission by Donation.
Guided Tours Available for Coach/Tour Group
Traversing Antarctica – Main.
Exhibition from 12th February to 22nd March, 2015.
Traversing Antarctica: The Australian Experience marks the 100th anniversary of the 1911 – 1914 Australasian
Antarctic Expedition (AAE), the first Australian led and funded expedition to Antarctica and the start of our
involvement as a nation with this continent. The exhibition will enable Australians to develop a greater
understanding of the significant role that Australia continues to play in the exploration and care of Antarctic and
Antarctica’s historical, cultural and scientific value to Australia.
Traversing Antarctica brings together the people, documents, objects, maps, animals and images that make up the
fascinating story of Australia in Antarctica. The diversity of material, much of which is previously unseen, offers
visitors multiple access points to the cultural material of Antarctica. From the iconic material of the AAE to intriguing
official letters stunning film footage and hands-on activities the exhibition is designed to draw visitors into Antarctica
and inspire them to explore further.
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Collecting Regional Culture 11 – Prentice East Main.
Exhibition from 12th February to 22nd March, 2015.
This is the second exhibition presenting a selection of work from out regional collection acquired since 2006.
Artworks from or of the Clarence Valley and nearby regions and by artists of or from the valley and regions form
this significant collection. The collection documents the visual art history of our area and creates the unique identity
of the gallery.
Charles Condor The Lithographs – Prentice West.
Exhibition from 12th February to 22nd March, 2015.
This exhibition presents a series of lithographic prints created by the enigmatic English born artist Charles Condor,
who was a key member of the Heidelberg School of Australian Impressionism. The subjects of these fine
lithographs are drawn from Balzac and the bohemian tales of Henri Merger. On display are the Balzac set of
lithographs created from 1899 until 1906, invitation cards, allegorical bohemian scenes and a collection of books.
Abstract Wonder – SCU Graduating Students – Loft.
Exhibition from 12th February to 22nd March, 2015.
Abstract Wonder showcases the work of 2014 Southern Cross University (SCU) graduates Dan McDonnell,
Giovanna Field and Kathryn Dolby, who explore abstract painting in distinctive ways. The exhibition is a project of
the SCU curatorial Lab, coordinated by Dr Was Hill.
Grafton Art Club: summer in the Clarence – Studio.
Exhibition from 12th February to 22nd March, 2015.
Members of Grafton Art Club present their latest works.
Kingstudio Art + Design Gallery
105 River Street, Maclean. Phone: 6645 2042 or 0415836194.
Website: www.kingstudio.com.au
Recent works by Kingstudio art + design is a working studio and gallery, exhibiting unique works created by Julie
McKenzie and Malcolm King.
Stunning paintings in oils, acrylic, mixed media, and fine art, limited edition prints.
The Gallery is open business hours most days, extended hours during the Summer months.
Witzig Gallery, Maclean
80 River Street, Maclean. Phone: 1800 352 711
Website: www.witzig.com.au Email: [email protected]
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 10.00am to 4.00pm. Saturday: 10.00am to 12 noon.
The Witzig Gallery is situated on the Clarence River in Maclean and showcases North Coast architecture
incorporating a unique and inspiring gallery.
Witzig Gallery specialises in Papua New Guinea contemporary art. These unique paintings, both traditional and
imaginary show the way in which Papua Niuginian artists respond to their contemporary world.
The Witzig Gallery, building on its long association with surf film-making and photography, also brings together
major works from three of the most acclaimed surfing photographers in the world today – “3 Masters of Surf
Photography” - the outstanding work of Peter "Joli" Wilson, Russell Ord and John Witzig.
The Witzig Gallery is enormously proud to elevate the work of these gifted photographers to an important place in
the Australian art world, and offers visitors the opportunity to experience something truly special.
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Yamba Museum – The Story House
The Port of Yamba Historical Society and Museum,
River Street, Yamba. Phone 6646 1399. Email: [email protected]
Website: www.pyhsmuseum.com.au
Open: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10.00am to 4.30pm. Saturday and Sunday 2.00pm to 4.30pm.
Adults $3.00 (plus extra small charge for special exhibitions). Children Free.
The Garden Shed, Lawrence
45 Richmond Street, Lawrence. Phone: 0438 603 333.
Opening Hours: Nursery open 7 days 9.00am to 4.00pm. Bell Collection 5 days Thursday to Monday.
Kick back and chill out in beautiful Lawrence. The Garden Shed is set high on the ridge with the mighty Clarence
River within view. Take advantage of the cool breezes and tranquil ambience. Up the hill from the T intersection.
Browse the plants and seedlings, collectibles and locally made unique garden furniture and art.
Enjoy a Botero coffee with Morning or Afternoon tea in a rustic relaxing setting.
View the amazing exhibition of Ross McLeods Bell Collection and rural Australian memorabilia. Listen to Ross’s
stories and take a walk back in time.
FUTURE EVENTS
FEBRUARY 2015
13th
Newcastle Permanent’s Cinema Under the Stars will be held at Memorial Park, Prince
Street, Grafton.
Newcastle Permanent Cinema Under the Stars is Australia largest FREE outdoor Cinema
program and is coming to a town near you!
Gates open at 5.30pm for a fantastic afternoon of family-friendly entertainment, with the big
screen lighting up at sundown.
For further information please phone: 13 19 87.
14th
Maclean Community Market will be held in the Main Car Park, Centenary Drive, Maclean.
Follow the signs.
Starting at 7.00am to 12.00pm.
Contact: Daniel Gray. Phone: 0413 166 876 or Bob Mansfield on 0423 333 458.
14th
Cathedral Community Markets will be held in the Cathedral Car Park, Fitzroy Street,
opposite Shoppingworld, Grafton.
Starting at 8.00am.
Market vendors can register to participate by calling the Grafton Cathedral Parish Office on
6642 2844 or by Emailing: [email protected]
14th
Grafton Speedway will be held at the Grafton Showground, Prince Street, Grafton. Trevan
Ford NSW production Sedan Title – Mr Modified Round 2, Limited Sedans, Wingless
Sprints, National 4’s and Junior Sedans. The gates will open at 3.00pm, racing from
6.00pm. Adults are $25.00, Pensioners / Age & TPI $20.00, High School Student (with ID)
$15.00, Children under 12 Free, Family (2 Adult and 2 High School age) $65.00. Contact:
David Lander on 0408 222 906.
14th & 15th Big River Sailing Club Annual Regatta, Harwood. All races Start & Finish at BRSC.
Programme: Saturday: Registration at BRSC from 10.00am.
Briefing 12.30, race start at 1.30pm (NSW time).
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Long Course race. Finish at BRSC.
Dinner and camp at BRSC.
Sunday: Two or three Races.
Briefing: 1st race start not before 10.00am.
Approximately 4.00pm. Presentations for all divisions at BRSC.
Free camping at BRSC grounds, Club catering for all meals available Saturday and Sunday.
The regatta will be governed by the ISAF Racing Rules, the prescriptions of YA and the sailing
instructions.
All participating boats shall have minimum $5 million public liability insurance.
Enquiries to Hariet on 0409 664 511. Info at www.bigriver.yachting.org.au
Join us for a great weekend!
15th
Ashby Markets to be held at Ashby Community Centre, Lismore Street, Ashby. Loads of great stalls, HomeMade Cakes, Jams and Preserves, Fresh Produce, Plants and flowers, Hand-made Jewellery, Collectables.
Meet you friends for breakfast at the Markets and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Children's Playground now
open. Visit the cafe for scrumptious cakes and cappuccino.
Follow the signs to Ashby, north of the Harwood Bridge for a pleasant 10 minute country drive to Ashby
Village. Buskers and stall holders welcome.
Contact: Jill Lee. Phone: 6645 2512 or 0422 640 992. No dogs allowed.
15th
15th
South Grafton Ex-Services Motor Cycle Club Inc. - Club Championship Competition Day will
be held at the Motor Cycle Club at Lillypool Road, South Grafton. Contact: Narelle Rankin.
Phone: 6642 5977.
Country Music Afternoon (third Sunday of each month) will be held at the Grafton District
Services Club, Fry Street, Grafton.
Starting from 1.00pm.
Come along and enjoy an afternoon of Free Entertainment, make new friends. Refreshments
and food can be purchased at the Club. Walk Ups are artists are encouraged.
Call Greg on 6649 3153 or Judy 6642 1391.
16th
Clarence River Jockey Club – Horse Racing TAB Meeting will be held at the Race Course,
Powell Street, Grafton. Top Racing Facilities. Grafton is a major regional centre for horse
racing. The Grafton racetrack has excellent facilities and visitors are very welcome. Contact:
CRJA. Phone: 6642 2566. Website: www.crjc.com.au
19th
Greyhound Racing Day TAB Meeting – TAB C will be held at the Greyhound Track,
Cranworth Street, Grafton. This is one of the fastest ways to win or lose a bet and it's an
exciting sport to boot. Entry $5.00. Contact: Brad Ellis Phone: 6642 3713.
21st
The Grafton Showground Markets will be held at the Grafton Showground, Prince Street,
Grafton.
Starting at 8.00am to 1pm. Contact: Suzanne Patricks. Phone: 6642 2240.
The grounds have a large area of flat open space along Prince Street and plenty of parking for
potential customers as they enjoy a wander around which makes it a great social morning out
with lots of customers and other stall holders - some of whom sell pre-loved items as well,
along with permanent sites selling fruit and vegetables, chooks from the Poultry club, plants,
especially bromeliads, handmade jewellery, cakes, surfboards. Christmas trees and lights,
handcrafts, timber planters and timber animal cages / bird boxes and the Gem Club is open for
inspection. It's always a surprise what is available with different stallholders turning up each
month with their unique items.
As always there will be a sausage sizzle and cold drinks run by volunteers from the Show
Society that runs the Showgrounds.
21st
Pink Stump’s Day
Car Wash 8.00am at Bottom Pub.
Hosted by Wanders Cricket Club – Cricket & Sausage Sizzle 2.00pm Barry Watts Oval.
Pink Stump’s Ball – 6.30pm at Bottom Pub.
Auctions and Lucky Door Prizes on the Night.
Entertainment from local legends the Ford Brothers.
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$25.00 per head includes a 2 course meal.
Dress up in you pink and help raise some money for a wonderful foundation.
Table Bookings call 6645 2088 or call in to the Bottom Pub and get your tickets.
Stump up for the McGrath Foundation.
21st
Grafton to Inverell (G21) Cyclosportif Race, McKittrick Park, South Grafton.
Start Time: Sign On – 10.30am to 11.30am.
Race Starts at 12.00pm.
Concurrent Events:
228km G21 Grafton Start.
70km G21 glen Innes Start.
This event which gives cyclists the opportunity to ride over the course of the famous Grafton to
Inverell Cycle Classic in Northern NSW, is expected to be well supported and early entry is
encouraged.
Riders can choose a 70km Glen Innes to Inverell option, a longer Mitchell to Inverell option, or
the full 242km Grafton to Inverell option. Categories include under 23, elite men and women
and male and female masters as well as RIDE and Audax members. Random draw prizes
valued at more than $2,000 will be up for grabs across all three events. Entry fees will include
the presentation dinner at Inverell RSM Club event t-shirt and a finisher's medal.
Contact: Kylie Wilkes. Phone: 0408 426 692. Contact: Cycling NSW Office, Phone: (02)
9738 5850.
22nd
Yamba River Markets to be held at Ford Park, River Street Yamba. Loads of great stalls,
Home-Made Cakes, Jams and Preserves, Fresh Produce, Plants and flowers, Hand-made
Jewellery, Collectables. Meet you friends for breakfast at the Markets and enjoy the friendly
atmosphere.
Contact: Market Co-ordinator. Phone: 0422 420 159.
22nd
Disabled Surfers Association – Far North Coast Branch will be held at Minnie Water hands
on day from 10.00am to 1.00pm.
Contact and info: www.disabledsurfers.org
22nd
Lanbruks Gunyah, 423 Carrs Peninsula Road Junction Hill, will be holding an open day to
their farm.
Museum and Olive Tasting from 10.00am to 3.00pm. $7.00 each under 12 years free.
The Gift Shop will be open with local Arts and Crafts and live Products. Cold Drink, Tea,
Cappuccino Coffee with Homemade Sponge Cake, Jam and Cream available at $5.00.
For more information phone: 6642 6640 or www.lanbruk.com.au
(TBA)
Yamba & District Country Music Club will be held at the Yamba Bowling Club, Yamba.
Starting at 12.00noon to 5.00pm.
Lunches Bistro, Auditorium or the Coffee shop.
Entry Fee $5.00 - all welcome.
23rd
Greyhound Racing Night TAB Meeting – TAB C will be held at the Greyhound Track,
Cranworth Street, Grafton. This is one of the fastest ways to win or lose a bet and it's an
exciting sport to boot. Entry $5.00. Contact: Brad Ellis Phone: 6642 3713.
27th
Clarence River Jockey Club – Horse Racing TAB Tradies Race Day will be held at the
Race Course, Powell Street, Grafton. Top Racing Facilities. Grafton is a major regional centre
for horse racing. The Grafton racetrack has excellent facilities and visitors are very welcome.
Contact: CRJA. Phone: 6642 2566. Website: www.crjc.com.au
28th
Clarence River Yacht Club – Brushgrove Anniversary Race Sailing from Grafton to
Brushgrove and return to Grafton. Contact: Glen Sheather. Phone: 0415 262 048.
28th
Copmanhurst Celtic & Contemporary Folk Session (fourth Saturday of the month) at the
Rest Point Family Hotel, Copmanhurst. Gather from 2pm to 5.00pm, so we’re ready to start
when the last diners have finished and left, except of course anyone that decides to join us.
See you there,
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For those who haven’t been before, it’s an informal, unplugged session,
Everyone and anyone welcome to come and sing, play or simply listen. The focus is on Celtic
and traditional folk music, but other songs get an airing too. Do bring songbooks, especially
the Bushwhackers Australian songbook, if you have a copy. We have a collection of song
folders to share, and we just have fun with whatever anyone wants to put out there.
Contact: Mazza. Phone: 6647 3274 or 0414 225 838.
28th
Professional Bull Riding - the Greatest show on dirt is coming – good ol’fashioned bull ride
to get the blood rushing and adrenalin pumping will be held at the Grafton Showgrounds, Prince
Street, Grafton.
Tickets go on sale February 2nd from The Daily Examiner office, or online at
http:/www.eventopia.co
Prices: Adult Premium Ringside $40.00, Children: 4 years to 16 years Premium Ringside
$20.00, Family Premium Ringside (2 Adults, 2 Children 4-16) $100.00. General Admission
Adult $30.00, General Admission children $15.00 and General Admission Family $75.00.
MARCH 2015
1st
Iluka Markets will be held at the Iluka Sports Oval on the corner of Owen and Spenser Streets,
Iluka.
Starting at 8.00am to 12.30pm.
Variety of Stalls. Only 15 minutes off the Highway, on the Sports Oval as you come into Iluka.
Contact: Paul Ryan. Mobile: 0422 010 989.
1st
Celtic & Contemporary Folk Session will be held at Roche’s Family Hotel (on the 1st
Sunday of the month), Cnr Victoria & Hockey Streets, Grafton.
Starting at 2.00pm in the Stables Restaurant area. No Charge.
Come earlier if you want to have lunch ~ Bistro’s open from 12 noon till 2.00pm, the food is
good and reasonably priced.
Beginners / novice singers & players are as welcome as more veteran and practiced singers &
musos. (Sessions can also be opportunities form mentoring, if you’re interested). Of course,
you can just come and listen, and enjoy the ambience and a few laughs.
For more information please call Mazza on 6647 3274.
15th
Clarence Valley Rummage & Craft Market will be held at the Grafton Sports Centre, 300
Powell Street, Grafton.
Starting at 9.00am to 1.00pm.
Phone: (02) 6643 1188
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.grafton.basketball.net.au
A fantastic indoor markets featuring new, pre-loved, vintage, retro and unique handmade
goods for sale. Entertainment, kids activities, food and refreshments also available.
15th
The 7 Sopranos Tour will be held at the Saraton Theatre, Prince Street, Grafton.
Phone: 0410 524 833
Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.the7sopranos.com/
Australia's most exciting operatic voices, The 7 Sopranos, continue to build on the success of
their first regional tour, with a series of 11 concerts in towns across NSW and QLD, launching
11 March 2015 to 22 March 2015.
Tickets are on sale now to their spectacular performances of opera highlights and popular
favourites from around the world.
APRIL 2015
19th
Feast in the Field will be held at 291 Mororo Road, Mororo.
Starting at 9.00am to 4.00pm.
Website: www.facebook.com/FeastintheFieldClarence
Join 6 of Clarence Valley's renowned Local Chefs; each presenting one of a six course
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degustation. The tapas style cuisine is prepared on site, from local, organic and native food.
Presented by Organic Matters, Ecobag Media and Debrah Novak Media PR Events Creative &
Training; held at the picturesque Solum Farm Mororo.
The event promotes and educates participants in the value of local and native food as well as
the challenges and triumphs that local farmers face when growing the food we eat. Featuring
acclaimed indigenous celebrity Chef Clayton Donovan from ABC's Wild Kitchen
http://www.wildkitchen.com.au/ with local plant specialist Furlan Laurie.
Industry Morning TICKETS Developing and securing our local food markets through
connecting educators, farmers, wholesalers and food creatives. Come develop relationships
with fellow food lovers, helping us localise our food economy and develop our communities.
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/industry-morning-feast-in-the-field-tickets-15400947649
Degustation TICKETS The afternoon will consist of intriguing talks, discussions and activities
that help us have a deeper understanding of our connection with nature and how we can
support a healthy local food economy. Live entertainment, an amazing setting, local wine and
local loving... What else could you ask for? https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/feast-in-the-fieldtickets-15235778624
19th
Allies of War, Commemoration, Performance, Fundraiser will be held at the Saraton Theatre,
Prince Street, Grafton. Phone: 0409 046 390.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/clarencevalleyorchestra
Accent Productions Presents Allies of War & The Concert Party - A Salute to Our Diggers!
Clarence Valley Orchestra & Chorus with Guest Artists Two Performances Only - 2:00pm &
7:00pm Sunday 19th April 2015.
After their inaugural and very successful An Afternoon at The Proms Concert at the Saraton in
October 2014, The Clarence Valley Orchestra & Chorus conducted by Greg Butcher performs
a tribute concert commemorating 100 Years since WW1. You will hear a special War
Requiem Allies of War written for orchestra and chorus by Australian Composer Greg
Butcher, in honour of the Volunteers who signed up for War Service during WW1 from the
Clarence Valley.
This performance will also commemorate 70 years since the end of WW2, with a tribute to the
entertainers of the Concert Parties who played an important role in entertaining the troops and
keeping up morale. A variety of musical medleys from the songs of Vera Lyn & Marlene
Dietrich to the big band sounds of Glen Miller and the Andrews Sisters to name a few.
A concert not to miss and a salute to all who have served in the Defence Forces.
Proceeds to Clarence Valley RSL Sub-Branches & Legacy.
Bookings: 02 6642 1633
Tickets: $30 adults; $25 pensioners; $20 child. Early bird tickets: Book before 28 February
2015 and receive a $5 discount.
MAY 2015
24th
Tour de Woodford – Sporting Event will be held at the Brushgrove Recreational Triangle
and Woodford Island.
The Rotary Club of Maclean began The Tour de Woodford in 2008 as a way of bringing the
community of the Clarence Valley together in a way that gave not only families and individuals
the opportunity to have a great time together, but encourage the more competitive rider to
pace themselves against their fellow cyclist on one of two open road course, 25k or 45k
Brushgrove (Recreational Triangle park), has proved to be a popular not only for the riders
and their families, but also the residence of Brushgrove-Cowper to cheer on the riders at the
mass start. The riders come from across the Valley and beyond, with large groups leaving
Grafton, Yamba and Maclean early in the morning for the ride to Brushgrove to support this
charity event. No matter which course you are on there are Marshals, support and direction
signage along the way, the main thing to remember is that it is an open road event, therefore
all road rules apply. Please follow marshal directions and have a safe and wonderful Tour de
Woodford.
For more information phone: 0419 638 553.
Email: [email protected]
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