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Blue Mountains
Leura Gardens Festival
Blossom Time in the Blue Mountains
4th - 12th October
Nine gardens open for inspection
• An army of 300 volunteers to ensure your safety and enjoyment
• All garden tickets $18 (valid on any day), single garden $5 each
• Visitors issued with a map and brochure for all gardens
• Shuttle bus service every 20 minutes between gardens coordinated to train arrivals and departures
• Festival cafe open for light refreshments located near HQ
• Ideally placed for exploring all mountain attractions
• Visit the extensive Plant Sale section during the Festival
• Art and lunch time music in the gardens • Toilet facilities available
For more information
Ph: 0431 095 279 or visit www.leuragardensfestival.com.au
What's On from the Mitchell Conservatorium Bathurst
www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
Thur 16 Oct, 7pm, The Hub, Keppel St – Friends of the Conservatorium Meeting. All welcome. Call Marion for details (02) 6332 6348
Fri 24 Oct, 5pm Country Energy Christmas Song Competition CD Recording Entries Close. Entry fee $25, includes free Christmas Song Book by Hazel Hughes. $1000 Grand Prize, plus over $3000 in additional prizes to be won. Sponsored by Country Energy, Simplot, Alpha Dynamics, Bathurst Regional Council and Richard Steele Solicitors. See www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au for details & entry form.
Sat 25 Oct, 7:30pm, The Orchard Room, Mitchell Conservatorium Bathurst – Spring Series Recital ‘Hot Latin Night’. Tix $25/$15 at the door. Con students free. Featuring Greg Gibson, Phil Braithwaite, Fiona Thompson performing Tangos and Choros from South America. Sponsored by Ben Gelin Solicitors.
Sat 25 & Sun 26 Oct – Forbes Music Festival with Mark Walton. Woodwind, Brass & Percussion workshop weekend in Forbes in conjunction with Mitchell Conservatorium and the Forbes Town Band. This workshop is generously supported by the NSW Ministry for the Arts, Mitchell Conservatorium, Forbes Town Band and the Band Association of NSW. $15 pp. Download your application form from www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au or call (02) 6852 3766 for more information.
Sat 25 Oct, 3pm, Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, The Splinter Orchestra, tickets at the door. The Splinter Orchestra is a large improvising group based in Sydney, which has been running for about 8 years. The group has an ever changing line-up and size, usually anything from 10 to 25 members, and has reached up to 55 members on occasions. It is an electro-acoustic group, involving laptops and other electronics as well as traditional instruments (saxophones, trumpets, basses, guitar, percussion etc). Call Alex for details 0406 361 439. Please note, this is not a Mitchell Conservatorium event.
Sat 25 Oct, Village Fair, Bathurst. Support local and national bands at CSU’s Village Fair. Local band EQD will perform, along with many others, including British India. See the Village Fair website www.villagefair.net.au for details. Please note, this is not a Mitchell Conservatorium event.
Sat 25 Oct, Internationally acclaimed Jack Glatzer presents a Violin Workshop & Performance 25th and 26th October at Orange Regional Conservatorium. Contact
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or details (02) 6361 7974. Please note, this is not a Mitchell Conservatorium event.
25th & 26th October. Bathurst Open Gardens Featuring gardens at Miss Traill’s House, Abercrombie House, Blair Athol, Bishops Court and Machattie Park. Music by Bathurst Panorama Chorus, Bathurst RSL Concert Band, Rouge Trois, Bathurst Brass Boys, Natchez, Musique Classique, Mitchell Conservatorium Senior & Junior Flute Choirs, Jazz Band, Bathurst Chamber Orchestra and Bathurst Youth Band.
Info from www.bathurstspringspectacular.com .
Tue 28 Oct, Jim Mc Neely (New York) presents a Big Band performance and workshop. Workshop suitable for high school students during afternoon, Uniting Church Bathurst. Performance All Saints Cathedral, Church St Bathurst. Call Gai Bryant for details (02) 9953 6240 . Please note, this is not a Mitchell Conservatorium event.
Sat 1 & Sun 2 Nov, Bathurst, various times & locations, Bathurst Open Gardens, featuring Mitchell Conservatorium Chamber Ensembles and Affiliated Ensembles.
Thur 6 Nov, All Saints Cathedral, Bathurst, time & tix TBC – Canto Libere and CSU Staff Student Choir joint performance. Mitchell Conservatorium’s Canto Libere Choir supported by CTCI Waterloo and Genesys Wealth Advisers will perform under the baton of the enthusiastic and inspiring Dr Christopher Klopper. Call (02) 6331 6622 for details.
Sat 8 Nov, 7:30pm, The Orchard Room, Mitchell Conservatorium Russell St Bathurst, Spring Series Recital ‘Phoebus’ Fire’. Baroque Ensemble featuring Elizabeth Hassan. Tix $25/$15 at the door. Con students free. Sponsored by Ben Gelin Solicitors.
Sun 9 Nov, 3pm, Mitchell Conservatorium, Wylde St Lithgow Phoebus’ Fire Baroque Ensemble featuring Elizabeth Hassan. Tix $15/$10 at the door. Conservatorium students free. Info (02) 6351 3990.
Sat 15 Nov, all day, Mitchell Conservatorium Lithgow Division Scholarship Auditions, adjudicated by Mitchell Conservatorium patron Richard Morphew. Entries $11 pp must be received by 3rd Nov. Call (02) 6351 3990 for details, or see www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au download application form and conditions.
Wed 19 Nov, The Oxford Hotel, William St Bathurst. Bathurst Arts Council Arts Networking Meeting. Bring along a small art work for the Christmas ‘show and tell’. All welcome. Email
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for details. Please note, this is not a Mitchell Conservatorium event.
Sat 22 Nov, 7:30pm, The Orchard Room, Mitchell Conservatorium Russell St Bathurst, Spring Series Recital ‘Fanfares & Fancies’. French Horn Quartet and solo Flute works featuring Mathias Rogala-Koczorowski, Campbell Barnes, Phil Braithwaite and Elena Day-Hakker. Tix $25/$15 at the door. Con students free. Sponsored by Ben Gelin Solicitors.
Sun 23 Nov, all day, Mitchell Conservatorium Lachlan (Forbes) Division Scholarship Auditions. Entries must be received by 3rd Nov. Call (02) 6852 3766 for details, or see www.mitchellconservatorium.edu.au
Sat 6 Nov, Victoria Park, Forbes, Carols by Candlelight, featuring Mitchell Conservatorium performances. Call (02) 6852 3766 for details.
Sun 7 Nov, Machattie Park Bathurst, Reliance Member Banking Carols by Candlelight, featuring Mitchell Conservatorium ensembles, community performances and awards ceremony for Country Energy Christmas Song Competition. Bring along the whole family FREE night of entertainment and celebration. Candles and merchandise will be for sale and Santa will visit. For enquiries about Santa and Carols, please call (02) 6331 6622.
What's On Penrith
Wednesday 8th – Thursday 9th Spring Holidays:-Carpe Idiotus H.A.P.P.Y
Performances at 11am & 2pm. All tickets $15. Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Q Theatre, High St, Penrith. Contact 4723 7600 or email
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Wednesday 8th & Friday 10th October ADSTA Triathlon
The Australian Defence Sports Triathlon Association (ADSTA) will be holding their National Triathlon Championships.
Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith. Contact 4730 0000
Friday 10th – Saturday 11th October Thoroughly Modern Millie Penrith Musical Comedy Company
8pm. 2pm matinee on 4th. Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Q Theatre, High St, Penrith. Contact 4723 7600 or email
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Saturday 11th October Oktoberfest
Penrith Golf Club, The Northern Road, Penrith. Contact 4736 1633
Saturday 11th October Spectacular Jazz Concert
The Rotary Club of Nepean Inc. has organised this fundraiser for the Red Cross Children’s Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa. Starting at 6pm, dinner will be served from 6.30pm with the concert beginning at approx 8.45pm. Under the Direction of Maestro Rory Thomas, the Zooo Jazz Superbande, will perform jazz music from the 1940’s, 50’s and 60’s. Tickets - $55 (includes smorgasbord dinner, tea/coffee & concert). Drinks available from the bar. Bookings essential – by 26th September.) Regatta Kitchen and Bar. Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith. Contact Neville Hearn on 02 4722 2800 or 0418 229 210.
Saturday 11th October School Holiday Kids Astronomy Nights- Hitchhicker’s Guide To The Universe
A pictorial overview of what we see when we look into space. UWS Observatory, University of Western Sydney, Penrith Campus Great Western Highway, Werrington North (Building AO) Contact 02 47 360135 or email
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Sunday 12th October Sailability – Come and Try Day
12 noon – 4pm. Sailability facilitates sailing for everyone regardless of age or ability. Begun in Australia in 1991, Sailability is a non-profit organisation dedicated to increasing sailing opportunities for everyone, regardless of age or disability. Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Road, Penrith. Contact 0402 538 456
Sunday 12th October Dragon Boats NSW Points Race
Racing generally occurs between 8.30am and 4.30pm. Entry to the venue on these dates will cost $5 per vehicle. This includes all vehicles accessing the site for the event or for casual use.
Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith. Contact 4730 0000
Friday 17th October Young Star Watchers Astronomy Night
For 4 – 10 year olds. UWS Observatory, University of Western Sydney, Penrith Campus Great Western Highway, Werrington North (Building AO) Contact 02 47 360135 or email
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Saturday 18th October Family Astronomy Night- Lives of Stars
UWS Observatory, University of Western Sydney, Penrith Campus Great Western Highway, Werrington North (Building AO) Contact 02 47 360135 or email
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Saturday 18th October Short Film Festival
Part of celebrations to mark 40 years of The Henry Lawson Club’s, the festival will feature a programme of short films made by people in & around Western Sydney. The films will include many Henry Lawson Theatre actors & cover a wide range of subjects. Rolling sessions throughout the afternoon. Begins 2pm. FREE admission. Henry Lawson Theatre, Henry Lawson Avenue, Werrington. Contact 02 9673 666 or go to www.hltheatre.com.au
Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th October NSW State Slalom Championships & State Selection Race 1 & 2
7.30 – 10.30 am (rafting will commence afterwards). Penrith Whitewater Stadiumn, McCarthy’s Lane, Cranebrook. Contact 4730 4333
Saturday 18th – Sunday 19th October Australian F1 Super boat Series
Feel the rush as F1 super boats skim across the lake, racing at speeds of up to 200km/hr. Parking fees and racing sessions will be confirmed closer to the event date. For more information on the Super boat Series please see www.f1boat.com.au. Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith. Contact 4730 0000
Sunday 19th October Mamre Good Living Festival
Mamre Homestead, Mamre Road, St. Clair. Contact 9670 5321
Wednesday 22nd October Morning Melodies- Oom Pah Pah! Oktober Fest
11am. All tickets $16.00 (morning tea included with ticket price) Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Q Theatre, High St, Penrith. Contact 4723 7600 or email
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Saturday 25th October Nepean Historical Society – Family History Speaker
Hazel Magann, a member of the Historical Society will address the monthly meeting on the topic “How to Research Your Family History”. 1pm. Arms of Australia Inn, Great Western Highway, Emu Plains. Contact 4735 1734
Saturday 25th October NSW Rowing Association Spring Regatta
The NSWRA Spring Regatta is expected to run from 8am to 5pm. Parking on the day will cost $10 per vehicle. Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith. Contact 4730 0000
Saturday 25th October Westcare’s “Parachuting 4 Penrith”
A new fundraising event which will allow up to 30 residents to skydive over the SIRC. The day will also feature live entertainment, jumping castles, face painting & other kids’ activities. From 9am. Sydney International Regatta Centre, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith. Contact Westcare - 4731 3275
Saturday 25th October Global Crop Circle Phenomenon (presentation)
Presented by Janet Ossebaard. 1pm. Tickets $30 Q Theatre, High St, Penrith. Contact 4723 7600 or email
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Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th October Doll, Bear and Craft Show
The 20th annual show will feature dolls, accessories, teddy bears, ceramics, Christmas decorations, cottage craft & much more. From 9.30am – 4pm. Cost – Adults $4, Concession $3, Children $2 Museum of Fire, Museum Drive, Penrith. Contact: 4731 3000
Sunday 26th October Jazz Band by the River
1 – 5 pm. Free sausage sizzle 3 – 5 pm. Nepean Rowing Club, Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith. Contact 4731 2255
Sunday 26th October Model Park Open Day “Concours D’Elegance”
9am – 5 pm. Model trains, planes, boats, cars. Kiosk and BBQ’s available. Entry fee - $15.per vehicle. Joining us & on display, the Austin A40 Car Club is also holding their own Concours. Vauxhall Owners Car Club Model Park, 869 Luddenham Road, Luddenham. Contact 4736 2803
Sunday 26th October Kids Club - Art
Design your own tattoo stencil and create a series of different coloured tattoo prints. An opportunity for 5-12 year olds to participate in interactive art making whilst parents enjoy a coffee/cuppa in the grounds. $7 per participant. Bookings essential. Pay by credit card on phone Penrith Regional Gallery & Lewers Bequest, 86 River Road, Emu Plains. Contact 4735 8334
Sunday 26th October The Butterfly Effect
Panthers, Mulgoa Road, Penrith. Contact 1800 061 991 or www.panthers.com.au
Sunday 26th October Activate
A joint event between Penrith City Council and the Sydney International Regatta Centre, Activate celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Enjoy free family fun and games with plenty of sporting activities on display between 1pm and 5pm. Activities include: sailing, canoeing, a rock climbing wall, inflatable rides, dance, gymnastics and tai chi demonstrations. For more information please see the SIRC website – www.regattacentre.nsw.gov.au.
Sydney International Regatta Centre, Castlereagh rd, Penrith. Contact:4732 7688
Thursday 30th October The New Dorothy The Dinosaur Show
Children worldwide have been engaged, enchanted and entertained by Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Captain Feathersword, Fairy Clare and Fairy Larissa’s adventures and songs. The show stars Dorothy the Dinosaur, a graduate of R.A.D.D (The Royal Academy of Dinosaur Dancing!) and has been written by Blue Wiggle, Anthony Field, who also produced the music. He has recorded the Rosy Orchestra performing songs for Dorothy and her friends to sing along with, such as the delightful Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star! Children will love dancing to Dr Knickerbocker and bouncing up and down to Come On Let’s Jump! Captain Feathersword will be joined by Don the Postman, who sings his signature song. You’ll shake your hips with Wags the Dog and dance a fairy jig with The Fairy Dance. Along with such hit songs as Romp Bomp A Stomp, To Have A Tea Party and Balla, Balla Bambina, audiences will be ecstatic as the show culminates with Let’s Have A Party! If you think you’ve seen Dorothy the Dinosaur, then think again! To quote the star of the show, ‘The dancing is delightful and the music is really rosalicious. I know children will have so much fun when they come to my brand new show!’ 9.30am for 10am start. Tickets - $15. St Marys Rugby League Club, Cnr. Forrester & Boronia Roads, St Marys.
Contact 9677 7777
Friday 31st October Rugby League World Cup Game
Repechage Winner v Tonga, 6.55pm. Tickets: Adult $15-$35, Concession $12-$25, Junior $12-$25 and Family $36-$84 CUA Stadium, Mulgoa Road, Penrith. Contact 1300 136 494
Friday 31st October Family Astronomy Night- Black Holes
UWS Observatory, University of Western Sydney, Penrith Campus Great Western Highway, Werrington North (Building AO) Contact 02 47 360135 or email
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