 'What's On' May June 2010 on the Mid North Coast
Sat 15
Alice’s Wonderland Ball
Throw caution to the wind and join us for a night of merriment and frivolity at Club
Forster. Tickets can be purchased at Holy Name School.
15-16 May
Annual Quilt & Craft Expo
A fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald Beach Houses located at Forster. This Exhibition
features quilts made by Forster Arts & Craft Society Members.
For more details on these or other Great Lakes Events, visit www.greatlakes.org.au or
freecall 1800 802 692
23 May
Slice of Haven
The Camden Haven Chamber of Commerce and Industry presents Slice Of Haven 2010.
The day will be a showcase of the best food and wine on offer in The Camden
Haven, Stay on to enjoy the Camden Haven Music Festival Finale concert
from 3pm to 5pm,10:30am - Laurieton United Servicemen’s Club Seymour Street,
Laurieton phone 02 6559 9110.
5 June
Bellingen New Energy Festival
The Bellingen New Energy Festival is an annual event, showcasing environmental innovation and information.
The program includes key-note speakers, workshops, kids activities, and live music -
all around the theme of sustainability. Community groups and local businesses
will be demonstrating all the ideas, products and services that can help reduce
our carbon footprint and lead to a better future. Entry is by donation and times are
8:30am - 3:30pm. Bellingen Showground
www.energyfestival.org
June 2010 Events ......
Sat 5 & Sun 6
NSW COUNTRY JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIPS 2010
See the big names of the future representing their local area. This competition has the best of Country Rugby League playing at Tuncurry Sports Complex.
11 - 13 June
PACIFIC PALMS ART FESTIVAL
This is the 18th Annual Art Festival with works received from the local and the wider community of artists with prize money over $5000 this year. Opening night on Fri 11 is always a great social event.
12 - 13 June
ORCHID SHOW
Many varieties of orchids on display showing off the intricacies of this spectacular and popular flower. Entry is FREE. Open from 9am - 4pm at the Forster Primary School.
13 June
MID COAST FORD MOTORFEST 2010
View all types of early model transport at this Great Lakes Historic Automobile Club Annual Motorfest. Free entry at John Wright Park Tuncurry from 9am - 12.30pm
11 - 14 June
ANNUAL OPEN & JUNIOR TENNIS TOURNAMENT
Tuncurry Twin Towns Tennis Club is host once again to this prestigious tournament. Sponsored by the Bellevue Hotel Motel with over $5000 in cash and prizes up for grabs.
For more details on these or other Great Lakes Events, visit www.greatlakes.org.au or freecall 1800 802 692
11-14 June
Port Stephens Blue Water Country Music Festival
The Port Stephens Blue Water Country Music Festival will host the Blue Dolphin Awards for singer/songwriters (18 – 30 years) plus Blue Water Busking Titles, Twilight Dinner Cruises, Bootscootin’, Country Music Winery Tours and much more at www.bluewatercountrymusic.com.au .Programs available from Nelson Bay Town Management.
Contact Details: Nelson Bay Town Management (02) 49844751 www.bluewatercountrymusic.com.au
12 - 13 June
Camden Haven Orchid Society's Winter Show
Camden Haven Orchid Society will present their Winter Show for 2010. There will be a wide variety of spectacular orchids on display, friendly advice on orchid culture with potting demonstrations.
For More info - Shirley on 02 6585 5509 or email -
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13 June
Port Stephens -Blue Water Ute Muster
In conjunction with the Blue Water Country Music Festival, Down Under Country & BNS Club have been given the opportunity to hold a Ute Muster from 10.30am to 4pm. Venue: Apex Park, Nelson Bay email:
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or 0428567877.
13- 14
Port Macquarie - Dragonboat Regatta
Come join in the fun of the Annual Dragonboat Regatta, this June long weekend. Watch business and community team’s race on the Hastings River at McInherney Park. Entry is free so come and enjoy the day and watch the fastest growing sport in Australia.
Contact Jo Herring by phone on 0409 456 228 or by e-mail at
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for further information.
14 June
Orara Valley Fair
Come one come all to the Orara Valley Fair. Bring a blanket or chair and stay for the day.
Wood chopping, working machinery display, great entertainment and delicious food and market stalls.
There are also tractor-drawn hay rides, children's rides and a baby animal feeding zoo.
10am to 4pm, Orara Recreation Reserve on Dairyville Road
For more information, 66538355 or email
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17 June
JON Stevens and Daryl Braithwaite - Coffs Harbour
The pair is set to embark on selected dates together in June and will bringing "The Hits Tour" to Coffs Ex-Services Club on June 17. Tickets available from Coffs Ex-Services Club
Vernon Street Coffs Harbour (02) 6652 3888
20 - 19 June
Coffs Coast 4WD Caravan Camping and Boat Show
The Coffs Coast 4WD, Caravan, Camping & Boat Show will be staged for the seventh consecutive year at the Coffs Harbour Racing Club between 10 & 4 daily.
This year around 70 caravans will be on display. There will be a huge representation from the camper trailer and slide-on manufacturers.
2010 will also see our biggest ever display of boats & outboards plus a huge range of kayaks & watercraft.
Coffs Harbour Racing Club
Adults, $10, Concession $8 & Students $5, Family $25 (2 adults & up to 4 kids).
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