Thursday 5 April 2012

Awesome Events in Western Australia in April and May 2012


Taste Great Southern
Taste Great Southern -  Now - April 21
In its 8th year, this event showcases the rich and diverse flavours of one of Western Australia's most beautiful destinations. With events spreading from Perth, Albany, Denmark, Mount Barker, Porongurups, Broomehill and Kojonup - the festival includes long table  lunches, markets, tastings, masters classes, exhibitions, workshops and celebrity guest chefs.
W: http://www.greatsoutherntastewa.com/ 

Hyden 450 - April 6 - 8
The Hyden 450 is a dual status National Championship and State Championship Long Course Off Road Event. Competitors racing in buggies, 4WD's or production vehicles compete over a varied course of dirt, sand, gravel, clay, rocky outcrop and bitumen.
W: http://www.westerndesertracers.com/ 
Fremantle Street Arts Festival
Fremantle Street Arts Festival -  April 7 - 9
Fremantle is filled with free events, family friendly shows, astonishing physical feats and surprises during Australia's largest street arts festival. Now in its 14th year, the festival showcases some of the world's best
performances by street artists from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Argentina, New Zealand and Japan.
W: http://www.fremantle.wa.gov.au/ 

York Antique and Collectors Fair - April 7 - 9
Western Australia's oldest antique fair is also renowned for being one of the region's biggest and best. Held in the beautiful historic town of York, the fair includes valuations, auctions, entertainment, unique products and antique stalls.
W: http://www.yorkwa.org/ 

Margaret River Wine Region Festival
Margaret River Wine Region Festival -  April 13 - 15
Celebrate Western Australia's extraordinary South West region with a five-day wine, food, art, music and lifestyle festival. Featuring events from Augusta to Busselton, the Margaret River Wine Region Festival includes a street fiesta, vintage festival, long table feast, plus fashion and sporting fun. A must for all foodies.
W: http://www.margaretriverfestival.com/

100% Smoke Free : All Australian Car Day IX - 
April 15
Pinjarra will be a car lovers' paradise when the 100% Smoke Free: All Australian Car Day IX drives into town. Around 450 classic Australian vehicles will be displayed as motoring enthusiasts enjoy the largest event of its kind in WA. The day features family fun with music, dance and a regional wine and gourmet expo.

Valley View Vintage and Military Weekend
Valley View Vintage and Military Weekend - April 21 - 22
Step back in time to enjoy a weekend of unique memorabilia, military history and swing time music.The event includes an outdoor concert featuring Second World War themed entertainment and a daytime exhibition of vintage and military equipment with vehicles and aircraft on display and in action.
W: http://www.geraldtontourist.com.au/ 

V8 Supercars Trading Post Perth Challenge - May 4 -6
The action-packed V8 Supercars Trading Post Perth Challenge will see championship motorsport personalities return to a significantly different venue at Barbagallo in 2012. As part of a phased approach to the redevelopment of the track, the V8s will be operating out of a state of the art pit and garage facility. A pedestrian bridge to the new infield paddock area will add an exciting dimension to the event in 2012.
W: http://www.perth.v8supercars.com.au/

SunSmart Busselton Festival of Triathlon
SunSmart Busselton Festival Triathlon 2012 - May 4 - 6
The SunSmart Busselton Festival of Triathlon 2012 is an internationally recognised event attracting participants and supporters from around the world. Featuring more than 2,000 competitors every year, it consists of a 113.1-kilometre swim, ride and run throughout the Geographe region. The festival also hosts a retail expo, kids triathlon, charity breakfast and athlete visits to schools.
W: http://www.busseltonhalf.com/

Nguyuru Waaringarrem Halls Creek Music Festival - May 18 - 20
Nguyuru Waaringarrem Halls Creek Music Festival offers a diverse program of music performances by Kimberley artists, music workshops, song competitions, food stalls, and activities for children and young people. Enjoy a weekend of music in one of WA's most remote outback destinations in the heart of the Kimberley.
W: http://www.nguyuruwaaringarrem.com/

Shark Bay Annual Fishing Fiesta
Shark Bay Annual Fishing Fiesta - May 12 - 18
Shark Bay's biggest event sees fishers and families celebrate community life on the coral coast. Sitting inside one of WA's extraordinary World Heritage Areas, the Shark Bay Annual Fishing Fiesta offers a street parade, drink-can regatta competitions, market day, nightly fish weigh-ins and a dazzling fireworks finale.
W: www.sharkbayevents.com.au/fishing

3 Waters Marathon - May  13
Bunbury's beautiful Leschenault Inlet, Koombana Bay and the Indian Ocean will set the scene for the 31st annual 3 Waters Marathon. Competitors from Perth, the South West and across Australia, plus Bunbury's Japanese sister city Setagaya, will run and walk in a series of gruelling individual and team marathons of up to 50 kilometres.
W: http://www.bunburyrunnersclub.mysouthwest.com.au/

Ningaloo Whaleshark Festival
Ningaloo Whaleshark Festival - May 25 - 27
The Ningaloo Whaleshark Festival marks the beginning of the whale shark season, welcoming the gentle giants back to the turquoise waters of Exmouth. Showcasing Western Australia's extraordinary Coral Coast, the festival features a family day in Federation Park with live entertainment, music, exhibitions and educational displays.
W: http://www.ningaloowhalesharkfestival.com/

Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster - May 25 - June 3
Experience one of the most beautiful places on earth through this celebration of the East Kimberley region, highlighting its cultural diversity, stunning landscape and country hospitality. Event highlights include the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience concert, Waringarri Corroboree, bush tucker cooking, comedy night and the Barramundi Concert.
W: http://www.ordvalleymuster.com.au/

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