Time to Roam Magazine Issue 7 - February/March 2014 | Page 57

11-13 April
Julia Creek Dirt ‘n’ Dust
A three-day Aussie outback adventure
featuring the dirt ‘n’ dust bull ride,
gum boot mud and slush events,
gutsy triathlon teams, outback
horse races and nightly outdoor
concerts. Info: dirtndust.com

WA
13-February-20
April, Geraldton
The Australian Geographic
ANZANG Nature
Photographer of the Year
Spectacular pics that capture the
breathtaking flora, fauna and landscapes
of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica
and New Guinea. Held at the WA
museum, Geraldton, the exhibition
highlights the need for conservation
and protection of these unique
regions. Info: museum.wa.gov.au
28 February-3 March
Nannup Music Festival
Nannup prides itself on being an
affordable family festival with a
big mix of vibrant song, dance and
entertainment. Poets breakfast, kids
talent quest and a special Anzac feature.
Info: nannupmusicfestival.org
12 April
Wesfarmers Centenary
Community Concert, Northam
The West Australian Symphony
Orchestra and West Australian Opera
come together in a free twilight concert
in the Wheatbelt featuring classical
masterpieces and popular favourites.
Info: wesfarmers.com.au

SA
1-2 March
Mount Barker, Power
of the Past
Huge display of historic cars, trucks and
motor cycles, tractors, stationary engines
and machinery featuring tractor driving
competitions, sheep shearing, grand
parades of tractors and vehicles and kid’s
activities. Info: sacommunity.org
7-10 March
WOMADelaide
One of Australia’s favourite festivals,
WOMAD is the World of Music, Arts
and Dance. Seven stages, artists
in conversations sessions, street
theatre, KidZone and a whole lot
more. Info: womadelaide.com.au

19 April
Coober Pedy Opal Festival
Marks the start of opal mining season
in a town that produces an estimated
70 per cent of the world’s opal and
is also regarded as one of the most

multicultural towns in Australia
boasting 45 different nationalities.
Info: cooberpedy.sa.gov.au

TAS
22 February
Devil Country Muster, Smithton
The beautiful north-west coast of
Tasmania is home to this RV-friendly
event of contemporary and country
musos from all over Australia.
Info: devilcountrymuster.com
9 March
Shakespeare in the
Gardens, Delamere
Vineyard, Pipers Brook
Now in its 13th year, the annual
production of Shakespeare in the
Gardens returns with a Midsummer
Night’s Dream. Pack a picnic for
a wonderful evening of romance,
crossed wires and fine wines.

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