The event will take place over three days on the 26th , 27th and 28th August and it will be the very first time appearing here in the Hawkesbury making it an inaugural event . If you are an outdoor enthusiast then this is the opportunity to see all your favourite outdoor activities in the one place .
The caravan industry has boomed in recent years , and continues to do so . The show will offer both indoor and out door displays and have all the latest in Caravans , campers , 4x4 accessories and bicycles on display . It will give you the opportunity to shop and compare a large range of Camping , Leisure and Lifestyle equipment and then buy on the same day
Join us as we celebrate our 10 years
A year of celebrations ! Every month we will have different feature products & monthly specials that start on the 10th of each month for 10 days . * MAJOR BRANDS
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Phone : 02 4505 1615 • 3c East Market St , Richmond MON - FRI 9:30AM - 5:00PM , SAT 9:30AM - 1:00PM ( CLOSED SUN & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS )
Online Store : Open 24 hours www . banksiayarns . com . au
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Specials available until the 20th of the month or while stocks last .
taking advantage of any factory backed manufacturers discounts .
The expo will be a great family outing for all ages and you can even bring your dog who is welcome on a leash .
The expo will be offering great entertainment over the three days with a range of food trucks on site to keep your belly full and the Australian Traveling Fishing Show Super Tank , Helicopter Rides and the Reptile Show snake man , with a huge array of snakes and other reptiles , including a Taipan .
The Snake Man will be educating us on different species of snakes and what to do if you need to administer first aid after a snake bite .
A spokesman for the Hawkesbury Lifestyle and Leisure Roadshow Peter Rhodes , says , “ we ’ ve seen the increase in
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Join Banksia Yarns as they celebrate 10 years in Richmond
Banksia Yarns , a family owned yarn store , are celebrating 10 years of operating in Richmond .
From humble beginnings in 2012 they have grown from a small shop in an arcade to a street facing , large store in East Market Street opposite the Richmond Club .
During the early days they found there was a need for “ a good wool shop ” in Richmond . Consequently they began expanding their range and the selection of yarns that would appeal to their local knitters and crocheters .
From quality wools for the budget conscious to luxury yarns to spoil yourself , there is something here for almost everyone .
The businesses ’ involvement in the local community has seen them attend a range of craft events , both in the region and outside . They sponsor some of the prizes for the crafts at the Hawkesbury Show each year .
Their carefully curated selection of the finest quality yarns sits comfortably amongst the broad selection of basic everyday yarns , sourced from Australia and internationally .
caravan ownership rise over the last couple of years , and as we speak , the caravan industry has never been more buoyant . This comes from a couple of factors .
The first is the change in the leisure dollar . It seems now that more people are looking at holidaying in Australia . People want to explore their own backyard , get out of the cities with their families , and see Australia .
Free camping is another strong reason people are turning to caravanning and camping , it affords more economical travel . A lot of smaller towns are now being bypassed by travellers now because of new freeways and highways , and many caravan parks are becoming extremely expensive , so in an effort to help both travellers and struggling towns many local councils are opening up local park land and sports
They sell mohair , alpaca , silk , cotton , wool and acrylic yarns from known and trusted brands . They have over 40 brands in stock , such as Paton ’ s , Heirloom , Sirdar , Katia , Sesia , Fiddlesticks and Queensland
Collection . They also have a range of crochet hooks and knitting needles , and the popular cross stitch , macrame and loom knitting are catered for .
As it is their year of celebration , they will feature monthly specials from the 10th to the 20th of each month ( while stock lasts .) So get along to the shop - there ’ s lots to see !
Go online and subscribe to their newsletter and get all the latest information on events , sales and offers .
Banksia Yarns 3c East Market Street , Richmond . PH : 02 4505 1615
E : shoponline @ banksiayarns . com . au W : www . banksiayarns . com . au Open : Monday - Friday 9.30am – 5.00pm , Saturday 9.30am - 1.00pm . Closed Sundays and public holidays .
CARAVAN EXPO COMES TO HAWKESBURY
grounds and , in some cases , even providing electricity and water for a small nominal fee for overnight stays .
Travellers then return the favour by spending in the local township bringing revenue to the town , this has become a boom to the caravanner because it cuts down on expensive overnight stays , and gives you the opportunity to see different places you wouldn ’ t normally visit .
The Caravan Lifestyle and Leisure Roadshow has something for everyone presents a great opportunity for all ages who love the outdoors . Tickets are available at the gate or online @ lifestyleanfleisureroadshow . com . au For more information , and for any Exhibitor enquiries : lifestyleandleisureroadshow . com . au
HAWKESBURY lifestyle & leisure roadshow
Hawkesbury Showground Racecourse Road , Clarendon
AUGUST Friday 26 : 9am to 5pm Saturday 27 : 9am to 5pm Sunday 28 : 9am to 4pm
FOR MORE INFO 1300 66 50 59 www . lifestyleandleisureroadshow . com . au
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