Events February 2010

February's foyer exhibition is entitled '50 Years of Rotary' - pop in and have a look.

Bring along the family to enjoy these sundowners with great entertainment. Bring your own picnic tea and chairs. Gold coin donation.

The Disabled Surfers Association is a not-for-profit organisation and it's sole aim is to give people with varying disabilities the opportunity to have a safe, happy & dignified surfing experience - come & experience it for yourself!!
We need helpers for jobs both in & out of the surf - the more the merrier! New volunteers welcomed with open arms - no surfing experience needed!

Come to our "Let's Go Surfing Days"
Saturday 20th February at 9.00am

Participants must be accompanied by a carer if necessary. All surfing gear supplied on the day for participatns. Free barbeque and awards following the event at 1.00pm

Think Fresh, Think Seasonal, Think Local!

Margaret River regularly hosts its popular Farmers Markets for one and all to grab a fresh, tasty bargain.  The popular breakfast bar and Yahava Koffee van are always there along with heaps of locally produced food and other goodies - with enough new in season to keep everyone suprised! Stalls are manned by the growers and producers themselves providing you with a diverse range of prime South-west produce.

And at 11am on each market day a hamper of local goodies will be drawn (everytime you buy something - grab yourself a free raffle ticket!)

Markets are open from 8am - 12pm

This week's market, 23rd January, is all about CORN! There will be BBQ'd, steamed and popped corn available along with lots of fresh produce.

2010 Dates:
9^th and 23^rd January
13^th and 27^th February
13^th and 27^th March 
10^th and 24^thApril

Come along and support the Lions Club of Margaret River - while picking up a bargain!

Twice a month the Lions hold their popular "Garage Sale" where visitors can pick up all sorts of goodies including bedding, clothing, bric-a-brac, electrical....the list goes on!

Ransack the Cellar
...it’s better than BYO

Every Tuesday evening at Must Margaret River our entire A-Z list of local wines is available at bottleshop prices. Feasting on bistro fare in stylish surrounds could not be made simpler.
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Hands off my Bellini – Must Margaret River
Friday’s from 5pm

Celebrate the end of the working week with this Classic Champagne Cocktail, matched with a delicious snacks plate, it’s the perfect way to get your weekend started… with a fizz!
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Sunday Sangria Session

From noon on Sundays, chill out to Latin grooves, authentic Tapas and Must created signature Sangria. You'll think you have escaped to a bar in Barcelona, just meters from Bussell Highway. Olé!
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Must Do Lunch
Monday to Friday

Choose two courses with a glass of wine from the day’s specials. $66 for 2 people. Full bistro menu also available ________________________________________
Oysters All Day
Oysters done 3 ways, Champagne by the glass, killer cocktails and of course 25 wines by the glass.

Lend The Environment A Helping Hand!

Every Thursday at 9am - 2pm the Capes Volunteer Team head out to the natural areas and carry out conservation activities - whether it be attacking weeds, collecting seeds, planting trees or maintaining tracks.

Whatever the job, the team gets out there, has fun and helps the environment.  And you can too!

The team meets at the Capes Office at the Community Centre, Tunbridge Street, Margaret River.  Make sure you bring your lunch and wear appropriate and hardy clothing and footwear.

So come on, join the Eco Warriors!

Spend Your Weekend At The Town Square Markets!

Whether it be regional produce, art, craft, fashion or jewellery - you'll find it all here at the Town Square Markets.  Grab yourself, or a loved one, a gift from Margaret River today!

Talented young musicians and the starts of the Australian Chamber Orchestra combine to form an ensemble with a fresh, energetic style

If you are passionate about food, you will love what we are offering at Wildwood Valley with our 'Mad About Food' Cooking Classes.

After many years working 'front of house' in restaurants and hotels, and completing a degree in Hotel Management, Sioban Baldini fulfilled her dream and trained under one of Australia's most recognised chefs, Neil Perry. Sioban went on to learn the art of superb Thai food under Martin Boetz of Longrain in Sydney. Longrain has won consecutive awards as best Thai Restaurant since opening in 1999.This experience, followed by two years in Tuscany, has refined Sioban's interest and knowledge in Italian and Thai food.
Sioban has designed her cooking schools so that the participants can be hands on! Groups can vary in numbers from 8 to10 people. You can choose to book an exclusive cooking school weekend with a group of friends or make a booking to join a scheduled cooking school weekend throughout the year. 
The dates for our 2010 events are:
• 'A Taste of Tuscany' - Thursday the 11th February, 2010
• 'Wood Fired Cooking School' - Thursday the 4th March 2010
• 'Thai Temptations' - Wednesday the 24th March 2010
• 'A Taste of Tuscany' - Wednesday the 26th May 2010
• 'Thai Temptations' - Thursday the 17th June 2010
• 'Thai Temptations' - Thursday 29th July 2010
• 'A Taste of Tuscany' - 26th August 2010

In a rare opportunity to join us for dinner, we invite you to Voyager Estate to enjoy a degustation menu. Share in some of the most exclusive of Voyager Estates wine range matched to five exquisite courses. The menu is a modern Australia style designed around the best of local produce and carefully selected seasonal ingredients.

Included in the wine selection we are very excited to be able to share in an exclusive pre-release tasting of the much-anticipated Voyager Estate 2008 Shiraz.

6:30pm for Voyager Estate Vintage Brut and canapés 

A trio of hard working cleaners facing the axe - they might be past their best, beyond their sell-by date and over the hill but they won't take the threat of redundancy lying down. They set up a phone sex service and thats when the fun begins. Their family and bosses don't know and their willing customers are none the wiser. 
They are the only chat-line girls with dusters attitude and their own bus passes.
This show broke box office records when first performed in Newcastle.
Laugh a minute look at sex and the over seventies! Starring Joan Sydney, Anne Phelan and Maggie King

Western Australian band MINUTE 36 have received a lot of praise and respect recently after wining a WAM song of the year award and playing WA's biggest festivals (Southbound, One movement festival). The band have also been working on a new full length album which will be released some time in 2010.  MINUTE 36 is giving Margaret River a chance to hear some of the new songs at the famous Settlers Tavern. Music starts from 9.00pm, supported by an acoustic showcase from Mark Neal.

Fantastic movies in a unique and beautiful Margaret River location, Cape Mentelles Twilight Movies are the hot ticket for a relaxed evening under the stars this summer. Bring along a picnic, pick your spot on the winery lawns, settle in with a glass of Cape Mentelle wine and enjoy a world class feature movie preceded by an inspiring and entertaining short film.

This weeks movie is "Taking Woodstock" (M) US

The amazing and amusing untold story behind the famous music event 40 years ago - a small community and a broke, dysfunctional Jewish family whose son inadvertently becomes a vital cog in the wheel of the music festivals birth. Directed by Ang Lee.

Gates open at 5.30pm with great wine, beer, soft drinks gourmet pizzas, cheese platters, coffee and cakes available on site. You are of course welcome to bring a picnic but BYO alcohol is NOT permitted. You are also encouraged to bring along your own picnic blankets, bean bags or low camp chairs.Screenings start at approximately 7.30. Please take note of the movie rating, Children under 15 years of age are free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult as the movies may contain adult themes.

Internationally acclaimed rock sensations The Chevelles whose rock track was recently featured in the worldwide release of the Sony Game "Rockband", are thrilled to announce their latest album release, "Accelerator". 

"Accelerator" is the 5th full studio album and the second album release through Little Steven's (Bruce Springsteen E Street Band, The Soprano's) Wicked Cool Records and is out on February 15th 2010.  The 11 track album was recorded at Forensic, Lounge and Atomic Studios in Perth over a 12 month period mixed by the late John Villani at Northbridge Sound Studios.  It is the bands finest album to date showcasing waves of blistering guitars, soaring "beach boy-eske" harmonies and tight head shaking tunes.

Experience The Chevelles explosive and unforgettable live show, guaranteed to be packed with full tilt rock and roll and crisp, shiny, three minute blasts of summery pop. 

Leeuwin Estate Winery, Margaret River, returns to the 'great legends' genre for the 26th annual Leeuwin Concert Series, held on 13-14 February 2010. 
Michael McDonald, a five-time Grammy-winner and hit maker Boz Scaggs, join forces for a show that will delight their audience. The two longtime friends, Michael McDonald and Boz Scaggs, will each perform from their extensive catalogues heavy with hits which include “Lowdown,” “Lido Shuffle,” “We’re All Alone,” “Sweet Freedom,” “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” and many more. 

Local blues and rootsman Aiden Varro heads south for another bunch of shows after a busy 2009. His guitar driven roots and slide style has been fingerpicking at the Bridgetown Blues Festival and supporting Diesel on NYE in Perth. Weissenborn lapslide and open tuned 12 string guitar is his forte accompanied by the trusty stompbox to create mellow guitar driven acoustic roots. 2010 sees Aiden back in the studio for the making of another album after a recent release of 'My Story" with a band.
So if bottleneck slide and all types of acoustic guitars are your thing you can catch Aiden at:
Thursday 18th Feb - Settlers Tavern, Margaret River
Friday 19th Feb - Ex-tensions Restaurant, Bunbury
Sat Day 20th Feb - Bootleg Brewery, Margaret River
Sat Night 20th Feb - Cape Wine Bar, Dunsborough 
 

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Greening the Moo is a free family event that celebrates the South West's unique environment. Come and celebrate our world - Junkadelic percussion band performances and drumming workshops, free children's art and craft activity marquee, presentations by permaculture expert Dr Ross Mars, displays from local environmental groups, samples from local organic producers - plus much more!

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Join us for the unveiling of our Cow Parade Cow; 'KARTA WARRA" (Crazy Cow'), followed by a BBQ and winetasting. Our Cow has been painted by local Aboriginal Artist Vivianne Webb and will be unveiled in a traditional Aboriginal Smoke ceremony, with dancing and a corroboree. The event will also feature childrens activities, a BBQ and a chance to taste wines with the Moss Family on the grounds. There will also be an art exhibition, and the launch of our Cow Parade Moss Brothers Semillon Sorbet. Come Along! 
Tickets are $18 for adults and include a BBQ lunch and a glass of wine. Wine will also be available to taste and purchase on the day. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult. We look forward to seeing you there!

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Exhibition of paintings by Senior Law man and artist Sandy Willie from Docker River

Experience the world’s largest short film festival showcasing the 16 best short films as judged by a celebrity panel from over 600 entries. A culturally important cinematic showcase brought to you by MadFish Wines. Bring a blanket and recline under the stars with MadFish wine.

Events March 2010

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

An exhibition by West Australian artists, Emma Blyth and Kylie Porter-Rath, who's cows are displayed at Seashells Yallingup as part of CowParade Margaret River. Sun, Dirt & Sea captures West Australia's abundant wildlife on canvas, from landscapes & orchards to the ocean depths. An exhibition that is inspired by the spirit of our great land.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Come down and graze on delectable delights and refreshments supplied by The Equinox and the The Goose Cafe's. Fun for the whole family with face painting, balloons and bouncy castle for the kids and meet the artist of Jetty Cow, Jane Holland.

A weekend of professional massage training for Beginners For anyone who has an interest in learning Swedish massage. No prior expereince necessary.This weekend will be a relaxing and informative 2 day training.. At the end of the training you will have the skills to be able to give a full body professional therapeutic massage. Ideal for anyone wishing to massage family and friends or for people who are interested in a career change. Recognised government approved pre-requisite for Diploma.

THE MASS CONCEPTS SEES THREE OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA’S MOST DYNAMIC ORGANISATIONS COME TOGETHER TO PRESENT AN EXCITING WEEK OF MUSIC, ART, SURF AND STYLE. SURFING WESTERN AUSTRALIA, RUSTY INTERNATIONAL AND SUNSET EVENTS HAVE DEVELOPED A UNIQUE EVENT CONCEPT THAT WILL ATTRACT A WIDE DEMOGRAPHIC OF LIFESTYLE LOVERS TO THE PICTURESQUE LOCATION OF MARGARET RIVER, WESTERN AUSTRALIA.

Here’s the rundown for the Drug Aware Pro & MASS:

Music
17th of March 9:30pm
Battle of the Bands / Sunset Events holding competition at Settlers Tavern for local bands - winner to perform at Saturday Night Concert
18th of March 9:30pm
The Screaming Jets – Live at Settlers Tavern Tx on sale now at Settlers Tavern
19th Of March 10pm
The Sneaky Weasel Gang at Settlers Tavern (following Children of the R.evolution Summer 2010 walk off and style preview)
20th of March 9:30pm
Russ Dewbury Live from London Jazz Rooms at Settlers Tavern – Funk/Latin/Dance 
20th of March
The Music Festival - The Saturday night will see six well-known Australian acts grace a purpose built stage at a new location
21st of March 4-7pm
Eli Wolfe – Roots & Blues on the Verandah at Settlers Tavern

Arts 
16th to 21st of March
Art-Attack - Four contemporary artists will present their interpretations of a proposed theme at four different locations around Margaret River. Their work will be on display and exhibited for the week as well as showcased internationally on the MASS website.

Surf
16th to 21st of March: The Drug Aware Pro @ Margaret River presented by RUSTY
A six star prime Men’s and Women’s WQS international surfing competition will be a FREE event and Margaret River will see some of the world’s best surfers to do battle in the powerful waves at Surfers Point, 2 x World Champion Mick Fanning and 3x World Champion Steph Gilmore are confirmed to attend 

Style - 19th of March
Children of the R.evolution Summer 2010 walk off and style preview - To be held at the newly renovated Settlers Tavern, Margaret River this event will see key styles from the Rusty Summer 2010 line featured in a parade complemented by a music gig by Sneaky Weasel Gang on the Friday night.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Can you skype? Arts Lovin’ Cow can! Arts Margaret River Volunteer Cinema Documentary Club (doco club)

Essential Theatre and Watershed winery invite you to experience Shakespeare’s charming comedy “Comedy of Errors”

Shakespeare’s most popular comedy, Comedy of Errors, is ready to delight audiences across Australia as part of Essential Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Vines tour. Professional theatre company, Essential Theatre, has been touring some of Shakespeare’s most popular comedies throughout Australia for eight years and is delighted to be performing here in Margaret River. Under the watchful eye of Director Anna McCrossin-Owen, the drama, romance and slapstick long associated with this wonderful classic will be revealed amongst this glorious setting.

We invite you to share a glass of wine and rollick in a night of hilarity!

Sit back and relax in this picturesque environment, and as the sun sets revel in the hilarious journey of two sets of twins. Two sets of twins were tragically separated at birth - watch their accidental meeting years later and then delight in the ensuing medley of romance and comic chaos. Comedy of Errors is Shakespeare’s masterful play of mistaken identities. 

Don’t miss an evening of great wine, great song and great entertainment at Watershed Premium Wines. BYO Picnic or pre purchase a hamper. Wine sales will be available on the evening. Strictly no BYO alcohol

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Great food, fabulous drinks and interesting company. Who could ask for more? Catered by The Grove Cafe chef, Lainy Mammone

From soft poignant ballads to funky Freo dance sounds, they offer a variety of music that captures the listener through pumping rhythms, well crafted lyrics and memorable melodies.

These musical mates come from a variety of backgrounds but are united in their aim to move, provoke and entertain. The guys in the rhythm section are Ian Stone on bass and Rowan Parekh on drums, both offering energy and dynamism in abundance. Ken Williford adds lots of class on lead guitar. On slide, harp and melodica Blew Drew does his thing. Vocals and rhythm guitar are performed by Dilip Parekh, an accomplished songwriter with a growing reputation around Fremantle.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Will you hear Arts Lovin’ Cow moo at the zoo? Spare Parts Puppet Theatre’s production Night Zoo Monday 29 March 6.00pm, Tuesday 10.00am and 1.00pm

Events April 2010

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Competition to get creative and come up with a brand new ice cream flavour for Simmo's Icecreamery.
1st to 26th April - entries received
24th April to 7th May - the five best new flavours will be created and available for you to taste and vote on
8th May - the winner's of the Delicious Dilemma Ice Cream flavour competition will be announced! Make sure you get in and taste the newest delicious dilemma!

Also running from 27th April to 29th May - Kids Cow Art Competition - get creative kids! Drop into Simmo's to pick up an entry form

Fantastic movies in a unique and beautiful Margaret River location, Cape Mentelles Twilight Movies are the hot ticket for a relaxed evening under the stars this summer. Bring along a picnic, pick your spot on the winery lawns, settle in with a glass of Cape Mentelle wine and enjoy a world class feature movie preceded by an inspiring and entertaining short film.

This weeks movie is "The General" - rated (G) General

Johnnie Gray, engineer of the Western Atlantic Railroad’s locomotive ‘The General’ has two loves – his engine and his girl Annabelle Lee. When the Civil War breaks out in 1861, he is refused acceptance by the army because he is more useful as an engineer than as a soldier. Annabelle, not understanding the reason, shuns him as a coward. A year later, ‘The General’, with Annabelle on board, is hijacked by a group of Northern spies. Johnnie goes in pursuit behind enemy lines, and rescues both the train and the girl. He returns to Union territory in time to warn of an impending Confederate attack. The enemy are ambushed and defeated, and Johnnie is rewarded with an army  commission and by reconciliation with both his loves. 

The soundtrack will be performed by “Viola Dana” which was the name of a starlet of the silent silver screen and is also the name of an ensemble of musicians based in Perth, Western Australia, who create and perform soundtracks for film. 

Gates open at 5.30pm with great wine, beer, soft drinks gourmet pizzas, cheese platters, coffee and cakes available on site. You are of course welcome to bring a picnic but BYO alcohol is NOT permitted. You are also encouraged to bring along your own picnic blankets, bean bags or low camp chairs. Screenings start at approximately 7.30. Please take note of the movie rating, Children under 15 years of age are free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult as the movies may contain adult themes.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Exhibition of paintings by Noongar Artists from Mungart Boodja Art Centre, Katanning

The annual Margaret River Wine Region Festival is an abundance of wine, food, music and art experiences.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

All four Beatles feature on this bovine celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the White Album by the Beatles. Created by local artist Deanne Haddow, this piece of cow art will be auctioned in conjunction with the Wine Auction & Cabernet Cabaret - the gala event of the Wine Festival

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

A selection of the CowParade herd gather together to celbrate the end of vintage as part of the Margaret River Wine Region Festival

Fantastic movies in a unique and beautiful Margaret River location, Cape Mentelles Twilight Movies are the hot ticket for a relaxed evening under the stars this summer. Bring along a picnic, pick your spot on the winery lawns, settle in with a glass of Cape Mentelle wine and enjoy a world class feature movie preceded by an inspiring and entertaining short film.

This weeks movie is Chocolat (M) US

Juliette Binoche plays Vianne who makes a pit stop in a French village and opens a chocolate shop, making Mayan-inspired delicacies, which have a tendency to liberate the repressed feelings of her clientele, causing quite a commotion. But its the outsider, Roux (Johnny Depp) who passes by and awakens her own secret desire Directed by Lasse Halstrom.

Gates open at 5.30pm with great wine, beer, soft drinks gourmet pizzas, cheese platters, coffee and cakes available on site. You are of course welcome to bring a picnic but BYO alcohol is NOT permitted. You are also encouraged to bring along your own picnic blankets, bean bags or low camp chairs. Screenings start at approximately 7.30. Please take note of the movie rating, Children under 15 years of age are free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult as the movies may contain adult themes.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Two days full of fun festivities & stalls - meet the artist, cheese tastings, Wagyu beef BBQ, music, pony rides, sled dog display, milkshakes, wine tasting and much more!!

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Great food, fabulous drinks and interesting company. Who could ask for more? Catered by The Grove Cafe chef, Lainy Mammone

Events May 2010

Vintage Stomp, now a well known major celebration of the end of the vintage harvest, involves scores of community groups and organisations, all timed to enable the hundreds who have toiled to bring in the crop over the previous three months to relax, to rest, and to celebrate. 
The day is one of entertainment and festivity, starting with a parade headed by the God of wine Bacchus bringing to life a day filled with circus performers, dancers, actors, minstrels, competitions and more, once more under the creative direction of the Noble Rot theatre company. In keeping up with the tradition of a theme from another wine growing country, this year's Californian styled event is sure to be a winner with the crowds. 
On offer will be great wine, delicious food, a mini market under the shade of the trees, a cheese tent in the licensed area to name but a few. Lots of reasons to enjoy the day and celebrate like only the Californians know how -adding true Napa Valley style. Many local business and community groups have already signed up to participate in this fabulous event. 
We are now calling on local wineries, artisans, food vendors and regional produce suppliers who wish to be involved in this years vintage Stomp - particularly those who could make the most of the Californian theme.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Will Arts Lovin’ Cow flee from the fox? Kids won’t! Monkey Baa Theatre for Young People’s production Fox

The Bibbulmun & Beyond Tour ventures beyond the Bibbulmun Track exploring Bluff Knoll in the Stirling Range National Park near Albany. Led by experienced guides from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation, this tour takes in some spectacular scenery along the Track.

The iconic Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia is one of the world’s great long-distance walk trails, stretching almost 1000kms from Kalamunda in the Perth Hills to Albany on the south coast. The Track passes through some of the most diverse and beautiful coastal, forest and wilderness areas of Australia’s south west, and these Tours allow participants to experience glimpses of the very best sections. In 2004 and 2006 the Bibbulmun Track won the WA Tourism Award for Significant Tourist Attraction and was a finalist in 2007 and 2008.

The itinerary has been carefully compiled to combine a variety of day-walks with off-track accommodation. The specially selected full and half-day walks cover varied landscapes of the Track from the rolling hills and jarrah forests in the northern section, through the magnificent karri and tingle forest to the spectacular ocean views and coastal heathlands in the far south. Lead Guide, Steve Sertis, who has walked the length of the Track three times and knows it ‘like the back of his hand’ said “These tours are a great way to showcase the best of the Track and offer a unique experience to participants."

A private bus provides transport to and from the Track each day and participants will experience a number of unique eco-tourism attractions in the region.  Each evening the group returns to comfortable accommodation in the rural towns and villages along the Track. The group is limited to 16 and the cost is $2,400 twin share (single supplements available).  Participants need carry only a small daypack, and the flexible itinerary caters for all levels of experience. 

The Bibbulmun Track Foundation is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation established to provide support for the management, maintenance and marketing of the Bibbulmun Track.  They have been conducting guided walks on the Bibbulmun Track for a number of years.   All proceeds from this trip support the ongoing sustainability of the Bibbulmun Track.

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Can Arts Lovin’ Cow lean on your shoulder and listen to Robert Drewe, Liz Bryski, Stephen Scourfield and the udder authors at Arts Margaret Rivers Readers & Writers Festival

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Arts Lovin’ Cow is skyping again! Arts Margaret River Volunteer Cinema Documentary Club (doco club)

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Arts Lovin’ Cow can’t play Moozart but Konstantin Shambray can! Let’s moove out the grand piano for him!

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**

Great food, fabulous drinks and interesting company. Who could ask for more? Catered by The Grove Cafe chef, Lainy Mammone

Events June 2010

**OFFICIAL COWPARADE SPONSOR COW EVENT**
Arts Lovin’ Cow loves a laugh. Can she sit next to you at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

Events September 2010

The popular 8-day Highlights of the Bibbulmun Track departs in the midst of the spectacular wildflower season. Led by experienced guides from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation, this tour takes in some spectacular scenery along the Track.

The iconic Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia is one of the world’s great long-distance walk trails, stretching almost 1000kms from Kalamunda in the Perth Hills to Albany on the south coast. The Track passes through some of the most diverse and beautiful coastal, forest and wilderness areas of Australia’s south west, and this tour allows participants to experience glimpses of the very best sections. In 2004 and 2006 the Bibbulmun Track won the WA Tourism Award for Significant Tourist Attraction and was a finalist in 2007 and 2008.

The itinerary has been carefully compiled to combine a variety of day-walks with off-track accommodation.   The specially selected full and half-day walks cover varied landscapes of the Track from the rolling hills and jarrah forests in the northern section, through the magnificent karri and tingle forest to the spectacular ocean views and coastal heathlands in the far south. Lead Guide, Steve Sertis, who has walked the length of the Track three times and knows it ‘like the back of his hand’ said “These tours are a great way to showcase the best of the Track and offer a unique experience to participants".

A private bus provides transport to and from the Track each day and participants will experience a number of unique eco-tourism attractions in the region.  Each evening the group returns to comfortable accommodation in the rural towns and villages along the Track. The group is limited to 16 and the cost is $2,400 twin share (single supplements available).  Participants need carry only a small daypack, and the flexible itinerary caters for all levels of experience. 

The Bibbulmun Track Foundation is a not-for-profit, community-based organisation established to provide support for the management, maintenance and marketing of the Bibbulmun Track.  They have been conducting guided walks on the Bibbulmun Track for a number of years.   All proceeds from this trip support the ongoing sustainability of the Bibbulmun Track.