Chris Brindley 0431 231 875

For Stall enquiries on 0449 265 758 For forthcoming Auctions contact Dennis 0439 884 867

Dennis is back and needs your items to Auction, so give him a call on 0439 884 867

www.kempseyshowground.com.au

Kempsey Showground Markets for fresh fruit and vegies, variety of plants, books and toys, children and adults clothing, tools and much more. Come along to the Kempsey Showground. Everyone welcome.

Dennis: Contact 0439 884 867 email bookings@kempseyshowground.com.au

Have you got a car, boat or trailer to sell - try the Motor Mart.

 Visitors are welcome to enjoy the friendly atmosphere.

Kempsey Community Markets 0449 265 758

Something for everyone with fruit and vegetables, plants, music and craft.

Peter Askew 65 667 736

Fishing competition commencing at 12:01am Saturday .Weigh in is held in the beer garden at the hotel from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Sunday and a barbecue lunch is provided at a small cost.  Entry forms available at the Seabreeze Hotel or Marine Bait and Tackle.

6561 5232 or  6562 5073 or 6560 1111

 Music starts midday.  Join us for music and a barbecue, everyone welcome.

Rocks Shopping Fair.

These are weekly markets held at the "Rocks Shopping Fair" at South West Rocks.

02 6560 1111 

Chess club commences at 10:00am. Beginners Welcome.

John Mundy or Barbara Morley 02 6566 8405 or Steve Tarbox 02 6562 7797

Members and guests of the Kempsey RSL Bowling Club, invites players young and old interested in playing table tennis to come along and join in the fun.  New players and visitors are always welcome. Membership of RSL is required for local players. Cost $2.00

02 6562 6666

Dancing starts at 9:00am.

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Choose from a variety of 2nd hand goods as well as homemade cakes and slices

0427 788 767

Markets are held from 8:00am to 12:00 noon. Come along and enjoy the day, beachside at these popular markets filled with an exciting variety of stalls.

Amanda Holmes. 02 6566 0300

Crescent Head Reserve is the venue for these colourful markets. Stall holders sell a great variety of fresh local produce, jams and pickles, handmade and homemade goods, fishing gear, surf gear and second hand wares. All Welcome.

Gwen Edwards 02 6567 4203 or 02 6567 4461 or 02 6567 4697

Treasure & Trash commences at 8.30am and concludes at 12.00 noon. There will be stalls with bric a brac,  home cooking: including cakes, slices and devonshire teas, plants and 2nd hand clothes for adults and children. Devonshire teas available. Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy the fun.

Bandbox Cinema. 02 6563 1311 or 02 6562 5299

South West Roxy Cinema..02 6566 5811 or www.yourmovies.com.au

Cinema is a wonderful form of entertainment for the whole family. The Bandbox Cinema and South West Rocks Roxy Cinema are both air conditioned for your comfort. Call the cinemas direct for times.

North Coast Area Health Service Contact: Margo Johnston 02 6562 6066

The Kempsey Heart Foundation Walking group, meets at Riverside Park at 8am every Tuesday & Thursday. New members are always welcome.

Contact: Marjorie Cooper 02 6567 1519

59th Annual Flower Show is always a well supported event by both locals and visitors. Everyone is welcome. A special attraction will be the announcement of the winners of the 18th Annual Poetry Competition. This year in addition to the annual poetry competition there will be a photography competition and a painting competition.

The theme this year is yet to be decided.The schedules are now available (2/7/2010) at the Doctor's Surgery, Upriver news or Bellbrook Shop.

Also planned are guessing competitions, lucky door prize, raffle , white elephant stall, trading table, plant stall, homemade cake, biscuits and sweet stall and more.

The Heritage Hotel of Gladstone 02 6567 4444

"Christmas in July" will be on the menu every Saturday night in july at The Heritage Hotel of Gladstone. Menus are now available and you are invited to book now. 

Spotted Frog Restaurant 02 6563 1901

Book Now for Christmas in July at the Spotted Frog Restaurant. This will be a 3 course meal for $35.00 per person and will take place every Friday lunch and Saturday dinner in July 2010 Don't miss this, to book ring 02 6563 1901

Brindabella. 7 Little Rudder St, East Kempsey. 02 6562 7007

Brindabella will host Christmas in July each Friday & Saturday in July. traditional Christmas fare with all the trimmings. The venue is fully licenced. Celebrate your work Christmas Party in July. Bookings essential. Call Robbie 02 6562 7070

Dunghutti-Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery Contact: Jann Kesby 02 6562 1432

Come along to the Dunghutti-Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery, located in the Kempsey Cultural Centre, and view the exhibition of Esther Quinlin.

www.midnorthcoastimag.com.au

Valla Beach Resort & Nambucca Heads will see one of the largest volkswagon shows in Australia. Racing , fun events, swap meet, local markets and much more. Show& Shine on Saturday 31st July in the morning in Bowra. www.volkswagenspectacular.com  

Imogen Appleton 02 6567 2145

"Rivertown - an interlude of song and satire" is a contemporary musical comedy.

Kempsey Library 02 6566 3210 email: ksclibrary@kempsey.nsw.gov.au

A free storytime session for children aged 2-6 yearsis held once a month during term time. The half hour session will include stories and a craft or other activity. Enquiries to kempsey Library 02 6566 3210 or email ksclibrary@kempsey.nsw.gov.au

Red Cross 02 6562 2460

A monster book sale will be held at Red Cross House from 8am. Bags of books for $2.00 will be available, plus a selection of costed items. The Opportunity Shop will be open. For more information 02 6562 2460

Michelle McDonald 0417 204 850 email: michelle.mcdonald@countryenery.com.au

A Family Fun Day "Doin' it for the kids" Trec 4 Kidz  will be held on Saturday July 31st at 10am at the Telegraph Point Community Club. There will be a BBQ, Music, Stalls, Bric and Brac, Face Painting. Store Holders required. Michelle McDonald 0417 204 850

Kempsey Macleay RSL Club Phone: 02 6560 1111 Website: www.kempseymacleayrsl.com.au  Email: admin@kempseymacleayrsl.com.au

Come a long and join the happy crowd at the Old Time and New Vogue RSL Dance Club. Time: 5.00pm - 9.00 with an entry fee of $5.00 (meal available for an additional $9.00)  Music will be provided by Tony Ward.

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Planet Ark Contact: 1300 885 000 www.planetark.com

Imogen Appleton 02 6567 2145

"Rivertown - an interlude of song and satire" is a contemporary musical comedy that reflects and celebrates the parochialism of a small country town. The drama is accompanied by a live band of local musicians.

Ticket availability from De Ja Vue fashion boutique 65621034 in Centrepoint Arcade Kempsey CBD Tickets available approx. 1 month prior to performance.

A special night for Kempsey opera lovers when Bluebottle Productions will be performing some extracts from Offenbachs Operas plus an English comedy operatic vignette. A programme of works by French composer Jacques Offenbach with two young Australian male singers as well as the Dutch Soprano Janneke Daalderop accompanied by Newcastle based pianist Vincent Parmeter. One night only, this travelling group of professional chamber opera singers will provide Kempsey with a taste of opera in the comfort of their own town. To be held at the Bandbox Theatre, show to start at 7.30pm with pre show refreshments at 7.00pm. Ticket prices are $20 per adult and $15 concession

Imogen Appleton 02 6567 2145

"Rivertown an interlude of song and satire"

Kempsey Dragonboat Club www.kmdbc.org.au 

The Kempsey Dragonboat Club will hold a "Come and Try Day" on Sunday the 8th of August at Riverside Park in Kempsey at 11am. This is a golden opportunity for anyone who has ever wondered what dragonboating would be like, to come and try. The club will provide paddles, lifejackets and morning tea. Check out the club's website: www.kdbc.org.au or just turn up on Sunday, the 8th August at the Riverside park in Eden St, Kempsey.

Crescent Head Public School  P & C  Art Exhibition. Contact: Crescent Head Public School - 02 6566 0255 or Amanda 02 6566 0300

The Crescent Head Public School P & C will host Opening Night for their Art Exhibition to be held on August 13th, at Wombat Beach Resort.. Everyone is welcome to come along to a fantastic evening of art, music and fun. Cost: $25.00 per person.

There will be a huge number of items exhibited including ceramics, sculpture, woodwork, fabric craft, jewellery, photography and a variety of artistic mediums. This is the 10th year of this successful art exhibition. The exhibition will be open on August 14th & 15th August 2010.

Crescent Head Public School P & C 02 6566 0255  or Amanda 02 6566 0300

The 10th Annual Crescent Head Public School Art Show will be held at the Wombat Beach Resort at Crescent Head. Cost per person for entry to the show, will be three dollars. The exhibition will be open Saturday the 13th and Sunday the 14th of August. There will be a huge number of exhibited items including: ceramics, sculpture, woodwork, fabric craft, jewellery, photography and a variety of artistic mediums. Some of the exhibited items will be available for purchase.

Macleay Argus - Neil Morgan 02 6562 6622 or email: mail.macleayargus@ruralpress.com

Kempsey Showground - www.kempseyshowground.com.au

Come along to the Annual Gala Dinner to "Celebrate the Macleay" This event will also incorporate the very popular Macleay Argus Business Awards. This year there will be just one category voted for by the public, the excellence in Customer Service Award. Entry forms for the 2010 Macleay Business Awards are available at the Macleay Argus office, 72-74 Elbow St, West Kempsey.

On the night there will be great live entertainment by local talent including: The Roys and Terry's Entertainment a three course meal with complimentary beverages. For more information or to book a table: Contact Maureen 02 6562 6622

The Macleay Argus Business Awards are held in conjunction with the Celebrate the Macleay Gala Dinner. Celebrate the Macleay will be held at the Kempsey Showground on Sunday August 22nd 2010. For information on booking a site Contact: Argus office 02 6562 6622

Kempsey Macleay RSL Bowling & Sporting Club Contact: 02 6562 5073

Country Music Showcase will include a great line up of artists. Time: 12 noon  Bob's Bistro will be open.

Kempsey Library 02 6566 3210 -  South West Rocks Library 02 6566 5044

Kempsey Shire Library has arranged this one - off opportunity to meet and talk with dynamic young author Tritan Bancks at South West Rocks. Get ideas for stories, learn how to promote and publish your writing, find out about blogging and more.

Bookings and enquiries to kempsey Library 02 6566 3210 or South West Rocks library 02 6566 5044

Kempsey Macleay RSL Club - 02 6560 1111 website: www.kempseymacleayrsl.com.au

Gold coin admission to the Orchid Show each day.  Plants for sale, raffle, floral arrangements for sale.

Neil Morgan - Macleay Argus 02 6562 6622

Register your dog at the Macleay Argus Tent at 9.30am - Parade Starts at 10am. Categories include: best dressed dog, longest tongue, biggest ears, littlest dog, biggest dog, longest tail, best behaved, hairiest, best smile. Lots of fun and prizes. All dogs must be on a lead and be out of the grounds by 11.30am . Gold Coin Entry- all proceeds go to RSPCA .

Venue: Kempsey Showground  - Gate Entry

Macleay Argus - Neil Morgan 02 6562 6622 Fax: 02 65628871 email: mail.macleayargus@ruralpress.com

Kempsey Showground - www.kempseyshowground.com.au

Entertainment filled festival allowing the Macleay Valley to unite and showcase their products and present all the region has to offer. The event will include: Akubra hat World Record Attempt 2010. Come a long and bring your family and friends wearing Akubra. There will be local Exhibitors, Show "N" Shine, Dog Parade, School Spectactular, Home Brew Competition, Fastest Man & Woman on the Macleay, Mascot Race, various Other Entertainment.

Come along, and enjoy the day and be dazzled by the wonderful businesses of the Macleay. For information and stall bookings email: info@kempseyshowground.com.au or Maureen on 02 6562 6622.

Kempsey Showground 02 6562 52 31 President  Macleay Quilters Dianne 02 6561 7555 felfednanna@gmail.com  Lillan 02 6566 6269

Kempsey Showground will be the venue for this wonderful event.

Look out for a Daffodil Day stand on Friday 27th August and purchase something to show your support in making a difference

Daffodil Day is a day to support those who have been touched by cancer and to focus on our belief for a cancer ? free future. The daffodil is the international symbol of hope, and Daffodil Day is a great way to raise funds, and to make a difference. This year we're aiming to raise $3.65 million for cancer research, education and support projects.

Your nearest stands will be at:

Kempsey - Clyde St, Mall, Coles & West Kempsey Post Office

South West Rocks - IGA, Bi-Lo & NAB

Sharon Thomas 02 6563 1904 sion@sionwynlee.com

Enquiries to PO Box 530, Kempsey NSW 2440 -  02 6561 7223 or macleay.quilters.inc@gmail.com  

Macleay Quilters Bi Annual Show will be held at the Kempsey Showground on the 26th 27th & 28th of August 2010.The Exhibition will feature: Quilts Galore, Raffles. Special Challenge Exhibit "Spectacular", Merchant Hall, Trading Table, Demonstrations and Workshop. Refreshments Available. Bus Groups Welcome. All Proceeds to Charity.

Yarrahapinni Festival Contact: Penny Craig. 30 Vista St, Scotts Head 2447  02 6569 8106 email: dragonflypenny@bigpond.com.au

Yarrahapinni Festival will be held at Stuarts Point on August 27,(Opening Night - 6pm Start) 28 & 29th August 2010. Penny Craig is the coordinator and her Contact's are : email dragonflypenny@bigpond.com.au and 02 6569 8106

The Art and Craft Exhibition will again be a major attraction at this year's festival, showcasing the work and talent of local artists in the area. John Bowell the Mayor of Kempsey Shire Council will open the Festival on Opening night the 27th of August at 6pm. Nibbles and refreshments will be served. There will be a short drama performance by the Stuarts point Players. Entry will be $10.00 at the door.

A gold coin entry to the Art and Craft Show will apply over the Festival weekend 

Closing date for entries: 31st July 2010

Stall inquiries 02 6561 5045 or 02 6566 9197

It's that time of year, the Macleay Valley Afforestation Association will hold its annual Spring Plant Fair. Time: 8am to 1pm Buy plants at bargain prices direct from the growers. There will be good advice from local nursery people. [held last Sat of month: March and August]

Margaret 02 6563 1056 or John Simon 02 6567 4900

Kempsey RSL Club will be the venue for the "Glitz & Glamour Ball". Entertainment will be by Phil Crawshaw. Cost: $25.00 which includes a two course meal. Theme for the night will be "Glitz & Glamour" Tickets are available at the Sunday night dances or call John Simon 02 6567 4900

Imogen Appleton - 02 6567 2145

The next Drum Circle will be held on Saturday, August 28.

Yarrahappini Festival co-ordinator

Opening Night at the Stuarts Point Community Hall, for the Art Exhibition will feature "The Apple" which is a Stuarts Point Player's Production which includes a cast of sixteen and tells the story of various peoples' reactions to what is, and isn't art. It is a very appropriate choice of script for an art gallery. There will be an entrance fee of $10.00 for opening night to cover catering costs. This is a night that everyone will enjoy, so come along and be part of the friendly crowd at the Stuarts Point Community Hall.

Chris Nicholson 02 6569 0989 christonicholson@gmail.com or 0421 224 480  

There will be two stages to accommodate bands and smaller groups-duos and soloists. Music will "Rock the Riverside" from 12 noon to 5pm.

Kempsey Sporting Car Club Contact: 02 6562 6258

Kempsey Sporting Car Club will host the "Tri-Challenge [4]" Hillclimb on Sunday the 29th August 2010

Kempsey Visitor Information Centre Contact: 02 6563 1555

Whale watching begins again, as the magestic humpbacks make their way back south. The Macleay Valley Coastline offers amazing view points to watch  the whale migration.

Kempsey Hospital Auxillary

A Father's Day Street Stall will be held at the front of the Kempsey Hospital on the 1st of September 2010. There will be a Father's Day Raffle to be drawn anytime from 8.30am onwards. Come along and support our local hospital auxillary, who work very hard to raise money for precious equiptment for Kempsey Hospital and have some fun as well as finding just the right "something" for dad on his special day.

Ted Walmsley 02 6562 7150 John Zietsch 02 6554 9733

A social weekend of spectacular native orchids featuring one of the best displays of den speciosum to be seen anywhere that attracts visitors from far and wide. Come for a day, come for four.  Includes: Australian Species & Hybrid Show.

This premier event is an ideal opportunity to see a massed display of some of the best speciosums in the country as well as a range of other Australian species and hybrids of superb quality. This is definately a must on your list of orchid activities for this year. All welcome to exhibit and judging will be by an all ANOS panel. Monetary prizes and trophies will be awarded.

Friday - 3rd September 2010

11am - Dendrobium Speciosum Spectacular and native species and hybrid Show opens 57 Spooners Ave

Please bring your own drinks

7.30pm ANOS Mid North Coast Group meeting at 57 Spooners Ave. Guest Speaker - Bill Dobson and Den speciosum forms

Saturday - 4th September 2010

11am Potting Demonstration by Ted Walmsley

12.30pm John Riley discusses his botanical drawings

6pm Presentation Dinner - and entertainment at Kempsey Heights Bowling Club to enjoy a few drinks and talk with other enthusiasts

Sunday - 5th September 2010 -  9am Field trip led by John Riley and David Rideout. 1.5hrs travel each way. 4WD preferred. meet at 57 Spooners Ave. Bring your own lunch. Return by 3pm

Kempsey Sporting Car Club Contact: Bernie Keast 02 6562 6258

Kempsey Sporting Car Club will host Tamban "State Rallysprint" on Sunday the 8th of August 2010

Dorothy Britten 02 6562 5491 or Vince Phillips 02 6566 6331

Kempsey Philatelic Society will hold its next Stamp and Coin Market from 10:00am to 2:00pm. On offer will be quality stamps and coins, as well as accessories, albums, stock book etc.

Stamp and Coin Markets are held every March, may , September and November.

RSPCA - Diana 02 65 668 247  or Gail 02 6562 8115                    

One of the highlights of the Kempsey Spring Calendar is the Annual RSPCA Cavalcade of Gardens. For only $15.00 a ticket you can visit all the gardens or alternately you can pay $3.00 a garden per visit. Tickets can be purchased at any garden.

Garden 1

Garden 2

Garden 3

Garden 4

Garden 5

Gardens will be announced in July 2010

More Information on the cavalcade will be available in july 2010 - Anyone who would like their garden included in this or future cavalcades please contact Di on 02 6566 8247

Contact: 02 6562 5231

 ABBA Tribute Show will be held at the Kempsey Showground.

South West Rocks Country Club - 02 65 666 252

South west Rocks Country Club will present Dirty dicks Theatre restaurant "Fabulous fun frolic & feast" so get in early and book a table. This is an ideal night for an early Christmas Party get to gether. Tickets are available at the club for $40.00 per person. All club tickets may be purchased over the phone by visa or mastercard. This will be a fantasic night of fun.

Trial Bay Gaol 02 6566 6168      PO Box 25, South West Rocks 2431

www.sculptureinthegaol.com.au

Event co-ordinator for the Sculpture this year is Justine Elder: 02 6566 7417 or 0428 138 355 justinelder@aapt.net.au

Dates for this years event are Sun 19th Sept to Sun 10th October. Normal Gaol entry fees apply: [$5.00 adults - $3.00 children] This year, a special school sculpture in the gaol will run for two weeks prior to the main event, beginning 28th August 2010.

Entries for the Sculpture in the Gaol close on 13th August, with a $25.00 entry fee. The announcement of the winners will be at Trial Bay Gaol on Sun 19th of Sept in conjunction with an event called "Karneval" which is being organised to commemorate 50 years since the rebuilding of the German monument by community members. On the day there will be a luncheon for invited guests only, there will be music, theatre, tours and special exhibitions in the Gaol that day for all members of the public to enjoy - normal gaol entry fees will apply.

Fiona Foulkes - Relay For life Coordinator -  Cancer Council, 121 High St, Coffs Harbour. NSW 2450 Contact: 02 6659 8400 Mobile: 0428 107726  www.relay.cancercouncil.com.au

 www.nswcc.org.au

2010 Macleay Valley Relay for life will be held on 18-19 of September at the Kempsey Showground. it will start at 2pm on the 18/9/10 and finish on the 19/9/10 at 9am 

Contact: Fiona Foulkes - Relay For Life Co ordinator

Sponsorship coordinator: Paul Flemming Contact 02 6562 7320

Macleay Valley Relay for Life is a 19 hour outdoor team event with a festival atmosphere commencing at 2pm Saturday and is a family friendly overnight event and concluding around 9am Sunday. Teams of 10 to 15 people are invited to take turns walking around a track over this period.

The event honours those whose lives have been touched by cancer.Celebrate life and create hope by joining your friends, family and carers in a common goal of defeating cancer. The event brings the whole community together for a night of fun, entertainment, celebration and remembrance.

Co-ordinator: Justin Elder 02 6566 7417

"Karneval" at Trial Bay Gaol on Sunday the 19th September 2010. The program of events will include: morning tea at 10am, A commemorative walk to the German Monument and a tour of the Pandanus People nursery. At 12 noon there will be an Invitation only luncheon at Trial Bay Gaol, a Thank you to all volunteers, launch of Sculpture in the Gaol and celebration of German culture. Music - games - Exhibitions - Gaol tours etc. 2pm close.

Kody Wooderson 0400 214 726

Macleay District Motor Cycle Club will conduct a club day.

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NSW School holidays will commence on the 27th September and finish on the 8th of October 2010.

Dunghutti-Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery Contact: Jann Kesby 02 6562 1432

Come along and see the exhibition of works by Digby Moran at the Dunghutti-Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery located in the Kempsey Cultural Centre in South Kempsey Park.

www.mdmcc.zoomshare.com/3.shtm1?y=2009&m=10&d==11&detail=1  Kody Wilson 0400 214 726

Kempsey Akubra Classic will be held at the Kempsey Speedway. Join the huge crowd that always attends this well respected event. See motorcycle racing at its very best. Motorcycle racing will be fast and furious for the prestigious trophies available on the day. Full canteen facilities available for spectators. parking available on site. A great day of family fun.

Gates open - 7.30pm A Grand parade of riders on the track, without their helmets will commence at 10am. A big TV screen trackside, so fans won't miss any action from the V8's at Bathurst. Admission: Adults $10.00 while children under 16yrs get in Free.

Susan Phillips 02 6586 8315

The Lime Kilm Walk at Kundabung will begin with everyone meeting on the corner of Smiths Creek Road and the Pacific Highway in their vehicles. It is recommended that the car be either 4 wheel drive or a large car with good clearance for the trip, to the walking track. It is also recommended that you wear solid, sound, enclosed footwear, that is comfortable, as the ground tends towards being uneven, rough and can include scrub. Morning tea will be provided, but you are requested to bring your own lunch. The cost for the outing will be $5.00 and to book your place contact: Susan Phillips on 02 6586 8315  

Kempsey Visitor Information Centre - 02 6563 1555 info@macleayvalleycoast.com.au

October long week-end promises to be an exciting time on the Macleay Valley Coast with lots of excitement for all.

John Scott 02 6561 5037

 Kundabung Rodeo highlights will include bull riding events featuring some of Australia's best cowboys. This is a truely great day out for the whole family, so come along and enjoy the fun and entertainment. More details will be posted, when they become available, but mark this event on your calendar as one, not to be missed.

West Kempsey Public School email: kempseywst-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au

Kempsey West Public School celebrates its sesquicentenary in October 2010 and preparations are underway for a big weekend to celebrate the school's 150th Birthday. There will be a dinner-dance at the Kempsey Macleay RSL Club on Saturday the 16th October and all ex students and teachers are invited to attend.

On Sunday the 17th of October a picnic day will be held with a barbecue lunch and also displays about the history of the school in the hall.

Two books will be released, one about the history of the school by Christine Read and another which is a commemorative book by the Macleay River Historical Society.

The organizing committee is still looking for memorabilia about the school for display - old uniforms, badges, certificates etc. They would like people to do a short piece of writing about their school days. Any stories or items for the display can be left at the school, or emailed: kempseywst-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au 

Macleay Valley Archers Contact: Seth 02 6562 7047 or website: macleayvalleyarchersspotblog.com.au or australianbowhunter.org.au

Macleay Valley Archers will conduct the Macleay Valley Invitation Shoot Tournament. In order to compete it is a requirement that you must be a member of the Australian Bow Hunter Society. For more details: Contact Macleay Valley Archers - Seth 02 6562 7047

Open Garden - Geoff McManus 02 6567 2035 Lot 7 Nulla Creek Road, Bellbrook.  

Nulla Nulla Road will lead you to the property of Geoff McManus, Lot 7 nulla Creek Road, Bellbrook, where he will welcome you to view his open garden. This pretty and varied garden consists of two acres on display and is always a pleasure to walk through with many varieties of colourful roses and a rose cottage and rock gardens. There will be many plants for sale and gardening advice from Geoff. You're invited to join the happy throng of people who will make their way upriver for this special day.

North Coast Trucking Social Club - John Warwick on: 02 6563 1342 or  0438 631 342 or  www.nortcoasttruckingclub.com

Street Parade commencing at 10.30 to the Showground. Truck Entry $10.00 to be paid at assembly for the parade. Cost of entry to the Showground: Adults $2.00 Families $5.00 There will be Fun & Entertainment for the whole family -  Truck Judging-Trade Stands - Market Stalls - Competitions - Food and Drinks. All proceeds go to local charities.

Also on the day there will be an Open Show & Shine for cars & motorcycles.

Contact: Bruce & Trish Woods for Rotary Club of Kempsey West  02 6562 4795  woodsbt@bigpond.com  or Slim Dusty Foundation Contact: 02 6562 6533 email: slimdustycentre@midcoast.com.au  or www.slimdustycentre.com.au  

Rotary Club of Kempsey West in conjunction with the Slim Dusty Foundation invite you to celebrate the great memories of Slim Dusty at the fundraising week in support of the Slim Dusty Centre to be erected at Kempsey, so come along to the Kempsey Showground and enjoy the entertainment.

Enjoy the company of Joy McKean, Anne Kirkpatrick, David Kirkpatrick and members of the Touring Slim Dusty Family. Amos Morris, Tom Maxwell, Celia Adams, Dianne Lindsay, Peter Simpson, Steve Passfield, Chris Haigh, Pete Smith, Lana Ross, Anita Ree, Brian Letton, Ian Quinn, Kathryn Jones, Glenice Hollis, Ken "Chainsaw" Lindsay, Dan & Matt Manning, Salvo Country Band  and supported by past members of the Travelling Country Band, Rod Coe, Mike Kerin, Charley Boyter, Micheal Tyne and Doug Bligh. These are all confirmed Artists for 2010.

Please note: Bookings are essential - Bring your folding chair - gates open 8.30am Monday to Thursday for campers - canteen facilities will be available for breakfast, lunch only for Sunday - no glass objects allowed - Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times and kept away from food areas - program subject to change.

Program will include: Thursday 28th  - 9am Music/Song Writing Workshops 3pm - Walk Up Artists 6pm - BBQ Tea & Entertainment

                                        Friday  29th- 7.30- 9am Breakfast with walk up Poets 9am - 12 noon "Slim Dusty Memories Song" This will include a junior section [15yrs & under]  12noon - 10pm Invited & Guest Artists on main Stage.

                                        Saturday 30th  - 9.30am -5.00pm Invited Artists on Main Stage 6.00 - 10.30pm "Slim Dusty Country Music Memories"

                                        Sunday 31st  - 7.30 - 9.30am Bush Poets Breakfast 9.30 - 12noon Gospel songs by Salvo Country Band & Invited Artists

Kempsey Macleay RSL Club -  02 6560 1111 emai: admin@kempseymacleayrsl.com.au  or  www.kempseymacleayrsl.com.au

Kempsey Macleay RSL Club will be the venue for another great night of foot tapping country music from 7pm. There will be a huge line up of some very talented musicians. A great show not to be missed.

East Kempsey School 02 6562 4927

This is a Bi-Annual Event that will happen again in 2010. As yet the date is to be confirmed and this date is solely to hold the event on the Calendar of Events at present. Details and date of the event will be placed on the calendar when they come to hand.

Natureland Classic Motorcycle Club. www.naturelandclassicmotorcycleclub.org.au

The 15th Natureland Rally @ Hat Head invites entrants to join in 2010 for a fabulous event riding around the Mid North Coast on the 5th to the 7th of November. For information: www.naturelandclassicmotorcycleclub.org.au

Macleay Valley Diabetes Group Belinda Parkinson 0412 497 725 or Shellie Morrison 02 6562 6622

Kempsey Macleay RSL Club will be the venue for the Fundraising Night organized by the Macleay Valley Diabetes Group. This huge night will hopefully include famous sporting personalities, an auction of memorabilia will be held as well as a huge raffle leading up to the night. For further information on the night or the Macleay Valley Diabetes Group Contact: Belinda Parkinson 0412 497 725 or Shellie Morrison at the Macleay Argus on 02 6562 6622  

Kempsey Hospital Fete -  Contact: Aileen Lewthwaite 02 6562 8000

Kempsey Hospital Fete will have a variey of stalls, including white elephant. The day will host entertainment, food and fun. Raffles will also be part of the day as well as, a sausage sizzle and devonshire, tea and coffee. You are invited to come along and enjoy a great morning out at the Kempsey Hospital Fete where there's bound to be something for everyone to enjoy. The Fete will commence at 9am.

Kempsey Sporting Car Club Contact: Bernie Keast 026562 6258

Mount Cooperabung [Multi - Club} Hillclimb will be hosted by the Kempsey Sporting Car Club on Sunday 7th November 2010

Aileen Lewthwaite 02 6562 8000

Kempsey Hospital Fete will take place in the grounds of the Kempsey Hospital. Come along and enjoy the fete and all that it has to offer. Time: 9am

There will be various stalls, sausage sizzle, devonshire tea, jumping castle, trackless train, face and nail painting and the drawing of the "goose raffle". Kempsey Silver Band will entertain on the day and all proceeds raised will go towards equiptment for Kempsey Hospital. Please be part of the crowd to support this worthy cause and help make this into one of the best fetes yet.

Contact: Aileen Lewthwaite

www.mdmcc.zoomshare.com/3.shtml?y=2009&m=11&d=8&detail=1 

A race day in honour of Brian Purcell the "Brian Purcell Memorial" is always a well contested day of motorcycle racing.

Stuarts Point Player's - Ian Yates - 02 6569 0809

"Rome Sweet Rome" will be the Stuarts Point Player's theatre restaurant production in November and December which they will be performing at three venues - Stuarts Point Hall, Stuarts Point [19th & 20th November 2010] Gladstone Hall, Gladstone [ 26th & 27th November 2010 with a Sunday afternoon matinee on November 28th] and their final venue will be the Anglican Church Hall in Kempsey on December 3rd and 4th, 2010.

"Rome Sweet Rome" is a fun frolicking musical set in Ancient Rome. More details will follow as they become available, but please mark this date in your diary as the Stuarts Point Player's are renowned for putting on a great night's entertainment for young, old and in between which is not to be missed.

Stuarts Point Player's - Ian Yates - 02 6569 0809

"Rome Sweet Rome" will be presented at the Gladstone Hall, Gladstone by the Stuarts Point Players on the 26th, 27th and 28th [matinee] of November 2010. This fun frolicking musical is set in ancient Rome.

Stamp & Coin Market Day [held every March, May, Sept and November]. Kempsey Macleay RSL Club Contact: 02 6560 1111 www.kempseymacleayrsl.com.au

Philatelic Society Vince Phillips 02 6566 6331 or Dorothy Britten 02 6562 5491

Stamp & Coin Market Day will be held at the Kempsey Macleay RSL Club Time: 10am to 4pm. On offer on the day will be quality stamps and coins, as well as accessories, albums, stock books etc. Circuit books of stamps from other dealers will be available for people to browse on the day. Come and enjoy this interesting day.

Stuarts Point Player's - Ian Yates - 02 6569 0809

"Rome Sweet Rome"produced by the Stuart's Point Player's is a theatre restaurant production, that will host its final nights at the at All Saints Anglican Hall in Kempsey on the 3rd & 4th of December 2010.

Kim Avery 02 6562 7784 Website: www.naturelandclassicmotorcycleclub.org.au

Enthusiasts of classic and modern motorcycles will enjoy watching Natureland Classic Motorcycle Club, as it participates in it's annual toy run from South West Rocks to Riverside Park in Kempsey.

Pamela Madden email:pmpamela3@gmail.com [Regatta Committee member]

Website: KMDBC just click on the tabs across the top of the page to find out what the club is about and what is going on within the club.

 Dragon Boat Regatta with the Kempsey Macleay Dragon Boat Club.

More details to follow as they come available.

Macleay District Motor Cycle Club - Kody Wooderson 0400 214 726

Macleay District Motor Cycle Club will hold its Christmas Party on December 12th 2010 for its members.

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NSW School Holidays - 20th December 2010 - 27th January 2011 - Summer Holidays.

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Christmas Day 2010

Contact: 02 6567 7507

Contact: Hat Head Bowling Club. 10am start. Hat Head bowling Club will also host a Memorial Bowls day on Boxing Day.

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Christmas Day Public Holiday will be on the 27th of December 2010 and the Boxing Day Public Holiday will be on the 28th of December 2010.