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In 2009 the 11th WA Environment Festival - Winds of Change will take place on a weekend late in March. This remarkable achievement, ten years of providing environment information, learning and understanding to the WA community deserves to be celebrated.
There will be a wide range of activities, performances, eco-educational displays and events. With lots of stall holders and performing groups to entertain throughout the weekend this vibrant event provides excitement and stimulation, whilst... 28-03-2009 to 28-03-2009
Perth, Perth
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Margaret River’s iconic international surf event has been elevated to the pinnacle of the World Qualifying Series Circuit, with the newly-named ‘Drug Aware Pro Margaret River presented by O’Neill’, the only male and female six-star surf tournament in the world.
More than 15,000 surf fans are expected to descend on Surfers Point across the week, the event will later be televised to almost a billion people in forty eight countries.
The main event is attracting more than 250 professional male a... 30-03-2009 to 05-04-2009
Margaret River, Margaret River Wine Region
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The Indian Rim Asian University Games are a celebration of sport for the sake of friendship and is the largest ever international university sporting event held in Australia.
Open to university teams from the Indian Ocean Rim and Asian regions, the Games are an excellent opportunity for university students to experience international competition, interact in a positive fashion with a variety of cultures and, in the process, build life long friendships.
Ten sports will be contested in both men... 07-12-2009 to 11-12-2009
Perth, Perth
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The 2009 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships will be held from 22 to 25 October. Triathlon Australia and the City of Perth will combine to host this iconic event, which will attract elite athletes from around the world.
Langley Park, nestled between the Swan River and Perth's central business district, will act as the transition area and spectator hub, as athletes endure a 4 kilometre swim, 120 kilometre bike ride and 30 kilometre run for the right to be crowned world champion.
Thi... 22-10-2009 to 25-10-2009
Perth, Perth
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The 7th Anniversary Fair at Verissima House is back on.
There will be massage, beauty therapy, reflexology, warm stone therapy, Reiki, iridology, Bowen therapy, aromatherapy, tarot and clairvoyant readings.
With a range of children’s activities’ including arts and crafts, face painting and also aboriginal art, hand crafted jewellery and crystal therapy.
Live music will also be provided along with bar facilities to keep you entertained throughout the day. Food will also be available.
So come... 09-05-2009 to 09-05-2009
Perth, Perth
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In 2009 we have changed things around a little with the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience kicking off the 2009 Muster on Saturday May 9.
The pinnacle event of the Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster, the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience is staged on the banks of the majestic Ord River at the Kununurra Community Amphitheatre.
Testament to the concert’s popularity, it was named in the Top 10 Social Events for the past three years running (The West Australian newspaper) and has claimed three c... 09-05-2009 to 09-05-2009
Kununurra, Kimberley
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Come down to see a huge display of classic Australian built cars from Ford, Holden, Chrysler, Leyland and other smaller manufacturers at this free day out which offers something for everyone.
Stroll through a large top-quality craft and produce market, of over one hundred stalls, view displays, dine on a wide variety of good country cuisine and be entertained by the day long variety show on the outdoor amphitheatre stage complete with prizes and give-aways.
Children's entertainment includes ri... 12-04-2009 to 12-04-2009
Waroona, Peel And Rockingham
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The annual Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster is a two-week festival showcasing the East Kimberley region, culture and lifestyle at its very best.
Set amidst the magnificent backdrop of the Ord Valley, Lake Kununurra, surrounding gorges, National Parks and stunning reserves, this community-based event assaults the senses with its array of extraordinary and distinctive experiences.
Since its inception in 2001 the Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster has been showcasing all that makes this unique de... 08-05-2009 to 24-05-2009
Kununurra, Kimberley
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More than 100 of the world’s best off-road four-wheel drive, motorbike and quad bike drivers will begin the 22nd annual Australasian Safari in Kalgoorlie.
Considered the Paris to Dakar of the Southern Hemisphere, the event is renowned as one of the toughest and most challenging motoring events in the world.
Covering 3,300 kilometres in seven days, the gruelling off-road rally event will travel across the Western Australian outback from Kalgoorlie to Meekatharra, Mount Magnet and Geraldton befo... 01-08-2009 to 08-08-2009
Kalgoorlie, Kimberley
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Armadale is recognised as having the states second largest Australia Day Fireworks display. Come and celebrate our National Day with all the patriotism you can muster in Armadale's showpiece Minnawarra Park. Plenty of parking as well as food and drinks on sale. Live music to set the scene before the sky's light up with the fireworks and a soundtrack to suit all ages.26-01-2009 to 26-01-2009
Perth, Perth
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Bring the family down to the Mindarie Marina this year and experience all the colour and excitement of the Australia Day Sky Show.
Soak up the beautiful views of the Indian Ocean whilst enjoying all the entertainment and Australia Day fun. Enjoy a range of fantastic bands, stalls, wandering entertainment, competitions and of course, you can't celebrate Australia Day without a spectacular fireworks display over the marina!
This year promises to be bigger and better than last year with plenty of... 26-01-2009 to 26-01-2009
Perth, Perth
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Don't miss the 2009 international cricket season. In 2008 the Commonwealth Bank Series was Australia v Sri Lanka in a one day match.
Watch this space for who will be playing in 2009!01-01-2009 to 31-01-2009
Perth, Perth
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The Aussies - as the Championships are affectionately known - are back in 2009 and will once again be held at Scarborough Beach from 17 to 22 March.
Along with competitors, around 500 officials and thousands of surf life saving enthusiasts are expected to flock to the 2009 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships, making the event the largest of its type in the world.
Aussies 2009 marks the climax of a busy season for surf life savers. Clubs and individuals pit themselves against the element... 17-03-2009 to 22-03-2009
Perth, Perth
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BHP Billiton Nickel West presents the 2008 AWESOME International Arts Festival for Bright Young Things, a showcase of engaging, challenging and spectacular artists and performers from all over the world!
The AWESOME Festival invites young people from ages 6 to 16 years and their families to experience astonishing art, still, every year people of all ages flock to the event to share in the wonder and excitement that AWESOME brings to Perth.
Where else could you find a circus that has shrunk in ... 16-11-2008 to 23-11-2008
Perth, Perth
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The Boyup Brook Ute and Truck Muster is run in conjunction with the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival. The utes and trucks will parade through the town centre on Saturday morning, allowing an opportunity for spectators to vote in the People's Choice Award category.
Excellent prizes of both cash and merchandise make this muster a premier Western Australian event for both classic and feral Ute and Truck devotees. Come to Boyup Brook for your chance to win and then party the weekend away at the ... 14-02-2009 to 17-02-2009
Boyup Brook, Blackwood River Valley
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Bridal Fair discovers everything you will need to make your wedding day the most successful and enjoyable ever. The Bridal Fair is considered to be one of Western Australia’s largest and most successful bridal events of the year.
Bridal Fair is the ideal event for brides, mother of the brides and wedding organisers to see and gather the very latest information and ideas for this special day.
There will also be the latest award winning local and international bridal fashions and accessories... 07-03-2009 to 08-03-2009
Perth, Perth
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Broome races are a must for any visitor to the Kimberley. A very competitive country horse racing combined with local entertainment and other attractions to provide an afternoon and evening of fun, glamour and romance. Two Up and Gaming after the races with live bands and dancing into the balmy Kimberley evenings.
The day provides a multicultural mixture of locals and tourists rubbing shoulders in the betting and two up rings while others dance the day away. Excellent crowds enjoy the wonderf... 30-05-2009 to 08-08-2009
Broome, Kimberley
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Organised by the Buddha Light International Association and the Fo Guang Shan Temple of Western Australia, this annual event celebrates the birthday of the founder of Buddhism, Sakyamuni Buddha, and extend his loving kindness and compassion to the people of Western Australia.
All are welcome to attend the event, including spiritual ceremonies, such as Bathing Buddha and Multi-faith Blessing and Light Offering Ceremony – Theme: Harmony in Diversity, and the chance to make auspicious wishes with... 18-04-2009 to 19-04-2009
Perth, Perth
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Bunbury Carnaval is an eight day event calendar designed around the iconic event, the XXXX Gold Bunbury Cup. It's designed to attract intrastate, interstate and overseas visitors to the greater Bunbury region to experience our unique and rich natural beauty and to experience quality events.
The racing action is condensed into two big days during the week; The Custom Irrigation Bunbury Stakes Day and the XXXX Gold Bunbury Cup Day which is not to be missed.
The Bunbury Carnaval is also designed ... 07-03-2009 to 15-03-2009
Bunbury, South West Tapestry
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The Busselton Half Ironman Triathlon takes place in Western Australia, two and a half hours south of Perth. It is the race in the Snap Australia Half Ironman Triathlon Series.
The Busselton Half Ironman Triathlon is part of the Busselton Festival of Triathlon. A triathlon for children, women’s luncheon, meltdown function and presentation brunch form the nucleus of the weekends activities.
The 2009 Busselton Half Ironman Triathlon course takes in parts of the Ironman Western Australia course an... 02-05-2009 to 02-05-2009
Busselton, Margaret River Wine Region
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This annual fishing competition commenced in 1992 and caters for beach, jetty, rock and boat fishing enthusiast who fish for the largest fish in 16 categories within 50 nautical miles off Carnarvon.
This event is run by the Lions Club of Carnarvon with emphasis on fellowship, fun, family and fishing during a week of competition. Prizes total around AUD20,000.00.
Carnarvon's unique location makes it a tropical oasis situated approximately 904 kilometres, a ten hour drive, north of Perth. With i... 24-05-2009 to 31-05-2009
Carnarvon, Ningaloo Reef
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The Esperance Carols by Candelight is held every year at the Sand Shell in the Museum Village.
This is a great family event.20-12-2008 to 20-12-2008
Esperance, Esperance - Bay Of Isles
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This years Carols in the Park is on again at Loopline Park.
This is a graet family event so bring a picnic and meet santa at 7pm.19-12-2008 to 19-12-2008
Kalgoorlie, Kalgoorlie And Goldfields
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Mandurah’s city streets are set to come alive with colour, energy and music during the 2009 Channel Seven Crab Fest.
A two day event featuring live cooking demonstrations, family style entertainment, local produce and much, much more.
The Channel Seven Crab Fest is the largest festival of the year and celebrates Mandurah’s vibrant coastal lifestyle through the iconic Blue Manna Crab.
Located at the heart of Mandurah on the famous Eastern Foreshore, this year’s festival program will be bursting... 07-03-2009 to 08-03-2009
Mandurah, Peel And Rockingham
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The City of Joondalup proudly presents the Northern Corridor’s largest and most significant event, the 11th annual Joondalup Festival.
Featuring an exciting program of music, fine food, street performance, youth activities, kids’ entertainment, markets, and much, much more, the festival has something for everyone.
Be sure to make a day of it. Fun for all the family! Please visit our website for further updates.28-03-2009 to 29-03-2009
Joondalup, Sunset Coast
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The City of Joondalup has an exciting program of free concerts planned for the 2008/09 summer period, featuring music under the stars, sure to appeal to every taste.
The Summer Concert Series offers four free, live outdoor smoke free music events, giving residents the opportunity to enjoy world class entertainment, in the heart of our own community.
This season includes three summer concerts, held around the Joondalup region and a special Valentine’s Concert held at the Joondalup Resort.05-12-2008 to 15-03-2009
Joondalup, Sunset Coast
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The West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) is Western Australia’s largest and busiest performing arts company. It plays a central role in the heart of musical life in Western Australia.
Join WASO and the Western Australian Youth Orchestra in this Valentine’s Day event as they combine forces to create a massive orchestra, a classical spectacular, performing some of the most magnificent classical music ever written.14-02-2009 to 14-02-2009
Perth, Perth
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Come and see the most isolated art exhibition in the world. Cossacks historical Bond Store comes alive in July with over 350 paintings from artists across Australia.
The Cossack Art Award is open to established and emerging artists Australia wide. Being an acquisitive art award, the sponsor of a particular category acquires the piece chosen as the winning entry for that category. Such is the high standard of entries, many of the category winners now adorn the walls of Australian corporate boa... 01-07-2009 to 31-07-2009
Cossack, Pilbara
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From May to August each year Norwest racecourses come alive with the sound of thundering hooves and popping champagne corks!
In Broome on Saturday afternoons and well into the evening, hoards of punters flock to the picturesque Broome Turf Club set right alongside Cable Beach.
The week of festivities leading up to the cup is well known as the Broome Racing Carnival, attracting visitors from all over the world who mix and mingle with the multicultural locals in a friendly atmosphere of exciteme... 01-05-2009 to 31-08-2009
Broome, Kimberley
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Esperance has confirmed a first class line up of international and nationally recognised artists for its premier community celebration the Festival of the Wind in March 2009.
The signature event TranscenDance will bring together some of Western Australia’s best dancers, choreographers and set designers for a community dance event unlike any other.
Locals will be recruited to star in the performance under the professional guidance of artistic director Aimee Smith and choreographer Trevor Jamies... 06-03-2009 to 08-03-2009
Esperance, Esperance - Bay Of Isles
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Have you ever wanted to ride your bike on the freeway or through the Graham Farmer Tunnel?
The Graham Farmer Freeway Tunnel and the Mitchell Freeway will be closed from Belmont Park Racecourse all the way to Joondalup for the exclusive use by cyclists, young and old.
We invite you to join in and support the work of the Asthma Foundation of WA by participating or raising sponsorship money to help them help those with Asthma.
The event has two categories; a 30 kilometre ride from Belmont Park ... 28-03-2009 to 28-03-2009
Perth, Perth
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Can you imagine a more perfect place in the world for a boat show? A rich maritime history, a deep water harbour, boardwalks, seafood restaurants and the smell of the ocean in the air. Fremantle, it’s bloody perfect!
For three days commencing Friday 18 April, Fishing Boat Harbour will be packed with up to 100 luxury motorboats and yachts valued at more than AUD100 million dollars as Fremantle celebrates its third annual ‘big boat’ show.
Just metres away on Esplanade Reserve Park there’s everyt... 17-04-2009 to 19-04-2009
Fremantle, Fremantle And Rottnest
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The Fremantle Outdoor Film Festival from 1 February until 1 March is now in it's seventh year. The eclectic program offers a diverse, international program with many films having their first Australian premier.
Wednesday nights are WASA Wednesdays (entry by gold coin donation). These nights showcase the finalists in the 20th Western Australia Screen Awards, including Best Documentary, Best Drama, Best Animation, Best Actor and more! Come and vote for the IF People’s Choice Award and have you... 01-02-2009 to 01-03-2009
Fremantle, Fremantle And Rottnest
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Every Easter in the port town of Fremantle, audiences in excess of 100,000 flood into the city to experience the extreme skill and outrageous behaviour of the world's best buskers.
For the artists, street performance is not a mere stepping stone onto greater things. This year’s program features highly polished acts from several countries with established careers in stage, screen, music, circus, stand up comedy and cabaret.
There are as many varieties of street artists as there are motivations ... 11-04-2009 to 13-04-2009
Fremantle, Fremantle And Rottnest
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The Exmouth Game Fishing Blub would like to invite you to Exmouth to fish Gamex 2009, one of Australia’s most diverse, enjoyable, successful and competitive game fishing events.
We look forward to catching up with all the Gamex regulars and also to meeting the many new anglers who we believe will be attending this year. To new anglers in particular, please ask any of the committee members for assistance finding good fishing locations.
A great event for all!27-03-2009 to 04-04-2009
Exmouth, Ningaloo Reef
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The Port Geographe 2009 Geographe Bay Race Week is the largest annual yachting regatta in Western Australia. In its sixth year, the event is expected to attract some 150 yachts to compete in this regatta.
Complementing the on- water racing is a full social calendar. Live entertainment will be featured on most nights, twilight sailing, picnic race day and big band performances during the week.
Eight divisions of sailing will be offered in 2009, with at least one of the more popular divisions be... 21-02-2009 to 27-02-2009
Busselton, Margaret River Wine Region
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Gloucester Park is Western Australia's premier harness racing venue, overlooking the beautiful Swan River and located only minutes from the Perth Central Business District. Exhilarating, first class harness racing happens every Friday night on a world class half mile circuit, with facilities that put you right in the centre of the action. Race meetings are also held on some Saturday nights, as well as during the week on Monday or Tuesdays.
Gloucester Park is home to Australasian and internati... 07-09-2007 to 31-12-2008
Perth, Perth
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Experience the drama, colour and excitement of the South West’s only Italian Festival, Sunday 15 March 2009. The event which is in its tenth year is a celebration of the cultural significance for the Harvey region and its rich farming roots. This year the Festival will showcase a mixture of on stage entertainment and street theatre and a variety of local and WA Entertainment.
The event features a wide variety of activities for kids of all ages including, rides, amusements, street theatre and ... 15-03-2009 to 15-03-2009
Harvey, South West Tapestry
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The Hawaiian Ride for Youth is an annual fundraising event for Youth Focus.
The Hawaiian Ride for Youth is a bike ride from Albany to Fremantle which covers 700 kilometres and takes place over five days. Forty cyclists travel through the Western Australian regional towns of Albany, Denmark, Walpole, Pemberton, Margaret River, Busselton and Bunbury, stopping along the journey at local schools and communities to share their joy for riding, and to educate the community about early signs associated... 10-03-2009 to 14-03-2009
Albany, Great Southern Coastal
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The Hills Heartbeat Festival is a celebration of the hills lifestyle. Hosted by Armadale Christian College, the festival includes other venues in the area with galleries, winery, Pioneer Village and organic growers.
Follow the Heartbeat from Armadale in your car or catch the free shuttle bus from Armadale railway station.
There will be two stages of entertainment, over 250 pieces of art, lots of craft stalls selling genuine home made goods, a silent auction and much more. You can even abseil ... 28-03-2009 to 29-03-2009
Perth, Perth
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Fun, fun, fun! That is the only way to describe the 2009 Hyde Park Community Fair presented by the Rotary Club of North Perth and the Town of Vincent.
This free community event will be held at Hyde Park in Perth.
There will be live entertainment, an art exhibition and sale, plenty of exhibitors and market stalls, side show rides and plenty of attractions for the entire family to enjoy.
Two fun filled days not to be missed!01-03-2009 to 02-03-2009
Perth, Perth
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Discover one of the biggest tennis events on the international circuit.
As testament to the prestige and popularity that the tournament enjoys globally, the Hyundai Hopman Cup consistently attracts the world's best tennis players to Perth. In the nineteen-year history, the tournament has attracted eighteen world number one players.
Hyundai Hopman Cup was developed as a tribute to the late Harry Hopman (Australia's legendary Davis Cup player and champion coach) and filled a void in the world of... 03-01-2009 to 09-01-2009
Perth, Perth
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The Iluka Busselton Jetty Swim is a world-class 3.6 kilometre ocean swim around the iconic Busselton Jetty, in the South West of Western Australia.
Since 1996, the Busselton Jetty Swim has grown from a local event with approximately 80 entrants, to an internationally recognised event attracting in excess of 1000 competitors.
The entire swim can be viewed from the shoreline or anywhere along the jetty itself giving spectators a truly unique opportunity to follow the participants around the co... 07-02-2009 to 08-02-2009
Busselton, Margaret River Wine Region
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The Western Australian Cricket Association (WACA) established in 1885 is the home of cricket in Western Australia. The WACA displays the history of cricket in Western Australia and other sports played at this iconic ground.
Test match cricket is the longest form of cricket and regarded by players and serious cricket fans as the ultimate test of playing ability. Test matches are played between national representative teams selected from the best players within a particular nation.
Come to the W... 17-12-2008 to 21-12-2008
Perth, Perth
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Discover the world of exciting elite Iron men and women.
Ironman Western Australia Triathlon allows spectators to watch as elite Ironman competitors trudge through a 3.8 kilometre swim adjacent to Western Australia's iconic Busselton Jetty; 180.2 kilometre bike course through the Tuart Forest and a 42.2 kilometre run along the foreshore.
This event is now part of the world-wide family of Ironman distance races which attract over 30,000 athletes to attempt to qualify for the Ironman Triathlon W... 05-12-2009 to 05-12-2009
Busselton, Margaret River Wine Region
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The Johnnie Walker Classic, Asia’s luxury golf experience is tri-sanctioned by the European, Australasian and Asian Tours. Uniquely, the tournament is a “touring” event, and as such, the host changes each year as the tournament moves from one country to another.
Starting in 1990 in Hong Kong, this prestigious tournament is also one of the Asia Pacific region’s longest running events. The list of champions clearly demonstrates the calibre of the field that this tournament attracts, including Wor... 19-02-2009 to 22-02-2009
Perth, Perth
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3L Real Estate proudly presents the second annual Jurien Bay Boat Community Island Swim.
Join us and support your friends, teams and locals with their challenge of completing the swim starting from Island Point South. Presentations will be held afterwards to celebrate everyone’s achievements. We look forward to seeing you there and thank you for your support.
Jurien Bay is a blissfully relaxed fishing town just a two and a half hour drive north of Perth.
It's a beautiful place to spend a wee... 14-03-2009 to 14-03-2009
Jurien Bay, Indian Ocean Drive
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The Kalbarri Sports Fishing Classic is on again for 2009.
The Classic offers game fishing for three species of mackerel, six species of tuna, samson fish, yellowtail king fish, snapper, trevally and cobia. Bottom fishing for dhufish, snapper, baldchin groper, coral trout, trevally and cods. River section for individuals with 12 estuary species.
Teams of two to five anglers are invited to compete in this prestigious tournament for AUD10,000 worth of great prizes in 29 different categories. Ask ... 27-02-2009 to 01-03-2009
Kalbarri, Indian Ocean Drive
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Following on from the success of the past two Kitestock events Kitestock 2009 will again be held at Dongara/Port Denison.
In three short years Kitestock seems to have been accepted as the essence of what kite surfers want from an event.
Based around a theme which places all levels of kiter’s squarely at he heart of the organisation, Kitestock is run simply around the theme of ensuring that kiter’s are free to kite as much as possible. And if kiting isn’t filling your day then it is chilled ou... 06-02-2009 to 08-02-2009
Dongara, Indian Ocean Drive
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The Kulin Bush Races is the biggest special event in the wheat belt, epitomising the spirit and hospitality of rural Australia. Staged at the Jilakin Races Track, 14 kilometres east of Kulin on the Tin Horse Highway, the Kulin Bush Races is the only race meeting that incorporates a natural arena of native flora and fauna, in particular a vast array of wildflowers.
The Kulin Bush Races is a race weekend. Friday night’s art and craft exhibition displaying arts and crafts from local artists arou... 02-10-2009 to 04-10-2009
Kulin, Farmstay Country