Events List

• Coleambally Australia Day Celebrations

  Come along and kick off the day with a scrumptious (and free!) breakfast. Australia Day Ambassador, Lyndey Milan OAM, will provide a fascinating on address on her amazing life as a food and cooking show personality. Cheer on our local champions with the Australia Day Awards.

  Please do not attend if you are unwell on the day

  Date	Location
  Thursday, January 26, 2023 All Day	John McInnes Square

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• Darlington Point Australia Day Celebrations

  12 midday at CWA Park, 37-39 Carrington Street, Darlington Point
  Presentation of Australia Day Awards
  Australia Day Ambassador, Lyndey Milan OAM
  Free BBQ lunch
  Funded by National Australia Day Council

  Then head to the Aussie Day Summer Break Pool Party
  12 pm to 3 pm at Darlington Point War Memorial Swimming Pool
  Free pool entry, free giant slip and slide, prizes, free sausage sizzle and drinks
  Funded by NSW Government
  The pool is open from 9 am to 7 pm

  Date	Location
  Thursday, January 26, 2023 All Day	CWA Park

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• Darlington Point Australia Day Summer Break Pool Party

  Make a splash and celebrate summer with our Aussie Day Summer Break!

  Head to the pool for an awesome day out, with the giant slip and slide, awesome prizes, free sausage sizzle and the fully stocked canteen.

  Free entry to the pool, giant slip and slide and sausage sizzle.

  The pool is open from 10 am to 7 pm, with the giant slip and slide operating from 12 to 3 pm.

  Date	Location
  Thursday, January 26, 2023 All Day	Darlington Point Swimming Pool

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• Jerilderie Australia Day Celebrations & Fireworks

  The Jerilderie Australia Day Committee organise a celebratory evening at Luke Park for Australia Day and present various awards to recognise the great contributions individuals and groups make to our community.

  This years celebration includes free entry, free entertainment, free community BBQ and a night time fireworks display.

  Bring along your picnic rug or camp chair and settle in to enjoy the celebrations.

  Date	Location
  Thursday, January 26, 2023 All Day	Luke Park

  Event Details
  

• Summer of Art - Exhibition in Jerilderie

  Enjoy a ‘Summer of Art’ in Jerilderie!

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  This eclectic exhibition currently on display at The Willows Homestead features the works of Jane Allen, Margaret Brennan, Sos Hawkins, Nanette Hopper, Austin King, Roslyn Lockhart, Annabel Lugsdin, John McCallister, Kathleen McFurlane, Gail Lilley McLaughlin, Helene Mortlock, Tony Schefe and Doffy White.

  Date	Location
  Monday, January 30, 2023 All Day	The Willows

  Event Details
  

• Darlington Point Riverina Classic - Catch & Release Fishing Competition

  The Riverina Classic Fishing Competition is an annual event run by the Darlington Point Apex Club to raise funds for ROC Rural Outreach Counselling.

  In 2023 the Riverina Classic fishing competition will be held on 10-12th of February 2023

  The Riverina Classic is not only a major NSW Catch and Release Fishing Competition it is a family friendly weekend with a number of fun events and activities which includes live entertainment, major boat package raffle, releasing of native Fingerlings.

  For more information head over to Riverina Classic's website or follow them on Facebook 

  Date	Location
  Friday, February 10, 2023 All Day	Darlington Point

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• Darlington Point Riverina Classic - Family Fun Day

  The Riverina Classic Fishing Competition is an annual event run by the Darlington Point Apex Club to raise funds for ROC Rural Outreach Counselling.

  In 2023 the Riverina Classic fishing competition will be held on 10-12th of February 2023

  The Riverina Classic is not only a major NSW Catch and Release Fishing Competition it is a family friendly weekend with a number of fun events and activities which includes live entertainment, major boat package raffle, releasing of native Fingerlings.

  For more information head over to Riverina Classic's website or follow them on Facebook 

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  On Sunday there is the family fun day which this year will be free thanks to funding from the NSW Government.

  The day includes free entry, live demonstrations, kids activites & a BBQ

  Date	Location
  Sunday, February 12, 2023 All Day	Darlington Point

  Event Details
  

• Warangesda Festival

  This February, bear witness to two unique days of arts, culture and music festival.

  Warangesa will offer endless entertainment, opportunities to learn and hands-on activities for those who are eager to immerse themselves further into Indigenous history, culture and present.

  With a dedicated camping ground, food trucks and workshops, Warangesda will bring audiences from near and far into a remote location rich with history, that encourages, inspires and uplifts.

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  The star of the show will be evening one, as we invite you to partake in a once-in-a-lifetime experience by witnessing a theatre production, under the stars. Warangesa the production will feature performances by Philly, Tahalianna Soward-Mahanga, Zipporah Mary Corser and Damien Thorn.

  Each day will entail something different, with an extensive list of activities including music, dance and entertainment. Take home something unique with our market stalls, Indigenous makers will be in abundance with goods for you to treasure or gift. Food will also be in abundance, with cuisines from the bush and across the world.

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  A dedicated youth space and discussion panels will occur over both days, further creating ways for participants to challenge themselves with unique perspectives from esteemed panellists and guest speakers.

  Warangesda will leave audiences with a wealth of knowledge, an experience to share and hopefully, new connections.

  Date	Location
  Friday, February 17, 2023 All Day	Warangesda Site

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• YACTAC Clear Water Conversations

  YACTAC have a fish ecologist coming to talk about catfish, carp and clearwater on the Billabong at Jerilderie Lake, 10am.

  Find out about a new project to boost catfish numbers. At 11am we have an engaging workshop with Griffith University, and finally a lunch on the banks of the Billabong with fresh fish of course!

  Morning tea and lunch provided. ALL WELCOME RSVP for catering env@yactac.org.au or use QR code.

  Date	Location
  Tuesday, February 21, 2023 All Day	Luke park

  Event Details
  

• Jerilderie Working Dog Auction

  Date	Location
  Saturday, February 25, 2023 All Day	Jerilderie Racecourse

  Event Details
  

• Jerilderie Fun Fair

  Get Excited! The Jerilderie Fun Fair will be held on Saturday 4 March 2023

  Thanks to the NSW Government, this years fair will be FREE entry, FREE family entertainment & FREE activities!

  Don’t forget there’s also food vans, market stalls galore, live music and to conclude the evening, an outdoor cinema.

   Follow the Fun Fair's Facebook page for some special experiences to open including a paint & sip session for earlier in the day.

   Market stall applications are also open. Sites are Free for the 2023 Fair. To book a stall site please contact the organisers.

  Date	Location
  Saturday, March 4, 2023 All Day	Monash Park

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• Jerilderie Paint & Sip

  Jerilderie Fun Fair is excited to welcome the incredibly talented Isis Ronan from Tambourine Art Studio who will be facilitating our very first Jerilderie Paint & Sip!

  Join us for a fun and unique day out! Discover your inner artist during this three hour painting workshop. With a paintbrush in one hand, and a glass of bubbles in the other, follow along as the talented Isis guides you step-by-step through painting the session's featured artwork.

  When: Saturday 4th March 2023 Where: Monash Park Tea Rooms Time: 1.00pm – 4.00pm

  The cost for the workshop is $60 per person.

  What’s included?

  - Painting session - All equipment - Glass of bubbles on arrival - Nibbles - Bottomless Tea & Coffee

  This event is a fundraising initiative brought to you by St Joseph’s Jerilderie Parents Social & Fundraising Committee. Money raised from Paint & Sip goes directly back into our school, assisting upgrading services and opportunities for our students.

  Thank you to Western Riverina Arts Micro grants, Create NSW & Tambourine Art Studio who have provided support in making this opportunity possible.

  Date	Location
  Saturday, March 4, 2023 All Day	Monash Park

  Event Details
  

• Women in Business - Free Networking Event

  As part of International Women's Week, the aim of the event is to support and encourage women from diverse employment areas and offer them the opportunity to network with fellow rural businesswomen from the three towns of the Murrumbidgee Council area.

  The event will have a panel of guest speakers from diverse industries, covering current topics with practical, hands-on information to assist women to achieve their business and personal goals.

  Guest speakers –

  • Faith Rogers - Rural Adversity Mental Health Program (RAMHP) - Stress Management and Decision Making for Successful Businesses
  • Steph Girdwood - Outreach Speech Pathology
  • Julia O’Connell - Crops & Sequins Styling

  The event is free to attend.

  There will be a free shuttle bus from Jerilderie and Coleambally as follows:

  • Departing from the Civic Hall in Jerilderie: 5.15 pm
  • Departing from Kingfisher Avenue (near the Bendigo Bank), Coleambally: 6 pm 

  Date	Location
  Tuesday, March 7, 2023 All Day	Punt Hotel

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• Coleambally Active Farmers Games

  Join us for the return of the Active Games@Coleambally. After a successful 2021 event we are back with more fun and activities for the family to enjoy. There will be obstacles, family activities, bbq, music and more.

   

  WHEN | Saturday March 11, 2023 @ 2pm

  WHERE | Coleambally Oval

  TEAMS | Teams of 3 for open categories (12 and Over)

  CATEGORIES | Mixed / Men / Women + Kids U12

  COST | $35 pp (Under 18 Free)

  Date	Location
  Saturday, March 11, 2023 All Day	Coleambally Sports Precinct

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• John Monash Dinner & Oration in collaboration with the Jerilderie RSL Sub Branch 100 Year Commemoration Jerilderie Cenotaph

  Join us on Friday 17 March 2023 for the annual Sir John Monash Dinner & Oration, this year held in collaboration with Jerilderie RSL Sub Branch 100 Year Commemoration Jerilderie Cenotaph.

  Guest speakers:

  Hon Michael McCormack MP

  Member for Riverina

  Shadow Minister for International Development and the Pacific

  Ray James OAM

  RSL NSW President

   

  Proudly funded by the NSW Government and supported by Murrumbidgee Council

  Bookings/Enquiries: www.murrumbidgee.nsw.gov.au

  Murrumbidgee Council’s Jerilderie Office T: 03 5886 1200

  To book click here

  Ticket Sales close Thursday 9 March 2023

  Date	Location
  Friday, March 17, 2023 All Day	Jerilderie Civic Hall

  Event Details
  

• Service NSW Visiting Coleambally

  Date	Location
  Tuesday, March 21, 2023 All Day	Coleambally Community Hall

  Event Details
  

• Service NSW Visiting Jerilderie

  Date	Location
  Wednesday, March 22, 2023 All Day	Memorial Park

  Event Details
  

• Tech Help & Lunch, as part of NSW Seniors Festival

  To celebrate the NSW Seniors Festival, the friendly team from the Mobile Library will be on hand to help with all your technology questions.

  Bring along your phone, laptop or other computer device and get support and advice.

  A light lunch is included, provided by The Muddy Duck.

  Please RSVP at Griffith City Library on 02 6962 8300 or let Tracey in the Mobile Library know in person.

  Proudly supported by Murrumbidgee Council and Griffith City Council through Western Riverina Libraries. Funded by the NSW Government.

  Date	Location
  Wednesday, March 22, 2023 11:00am - 2:00pm	Coleambally Town Hub

  Event Details
  

• Community BBQ Coleambally

  Wednesday 5 April 2023

  4 pm to 6 pm

  In front of the Muddy Duck Café, Brolga Place

   

  Drop-in session – come along and meet with Councillors and senior staff for an update on developments in Coleambally and the Council area. This includes Brolga Place Streetscape Enhancement, Community Hall and the landscaping at the Sports Precinct.

  Free coffee (from the Muddy Duck) and free sausage sandwich!

  Date	Location
  Wednesday, April 5, 2023 All Day	Muddy Duck, Brolga Place

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• Jerilderie Good Friday Charity Day

  Jerilderie Sports Clubs Annual Royal Children's Hospital Appeal

  Friday 7 April 2023

  For information and timing contact 03 5886 1445 or follow the Sports Club Facebook page.

  Date	Location
  Friday, April 7, 2023 All Day	Jerilderie Sports Club

  Event Details
  

• Free School Holiday Skate Workshop - Darlington Point - TIMECHANGE 11am

  TIME CHANGE - Commencing from 11am to allow time for the SkatePark to dry out after rain

  We're very proud to offer a FREE Learn to Skate Workshop 

  This workshop is for ages 6 years and up.

  Places are limited - registration is essential.

  EQUIPMENT PROVIDED: The team from Totem Skate will provide professional grade equipment: skateboard, helmet, and safety pads are provided for all classes. You are also welcome to bring your own equipment.

  WORKSHOP SCHEDULE:

  10 am to 10:15 am: Beginner class registration

  10:15 to 11:15 am: Beginner class (1 hr class. Suitable for skill level 0 to 1.)

  11:15 to11:30 am: Intermediate "mentoring" class registration

  11:30 to 12:15 pm: Intermediate "mentoring" class (45min class. Suitable for skill level 2 to 3.)

  12:15 to12:30 pm: Demo and Community Interaction

  *Times may vary on the day

  Proudly funded by NSW Government.

  Date	Location
  Sunday, April 16, 2023 All Day	Darlington Point Skatepark

  Event Details
  

• Urana Roller Disco

  Federation Council is hosting several roller skating events to celebrate Youth Week in 2023!
  The Urana event is being held on Sunday 16th April at the Urana Soldiers Memorial Hall.
  
  Participants will be able to join in on several free events:
  
  • Beginner Skate Workshop (limited places): Inexperienced skaters are encouraged to attend this workshop where they will learn stopping, how to move forward and falling safely. Suitable for ages 5 to adult. Run time 1 hour.
  
  • Roller Disco: Cut some shapes on the dance floor with your new-found skate skills! Skaters are encouraged to wear their favourite disco attire. Run time 1.5 hours.
  
  • Sensory Friendly Skating Sesh: Youth with sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities such as autism will be able to explore skating without the music, special effects and flashing lights of the Roller Disco. Run time half an hour.
  
  Please bring along a pair of socks and any safety equipment you wish to use such as a helmet. Participants can bring in their own skates or use the free rental skates available. Children under five in the skating zone must be accompanied by a parent.
  
   

  Date	Location
  Sunday, April 16, 2023 All Day	Urana Soldiers Memorial Club

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• Darlington Point School Holiday Workshop - Kids Yoga

  Here's a great school holiday activity! We are proudly bringing this event to Darlington Point as part of our membership with Western Riverina Libraries.

  The session commences at 12.00pm and will be run with Janine Murphy and will go for 45 minutes. BYO mat, and towel and wear some comfy clothes (some mats will be available).

  After the workshop children can visit the Mobile Library and collect their free craft pack. 

  Date	Location
  Thursday, April 20, 2023 All Day	Outback Cafe & Gifts

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• Jerilderie Holiday Youth Program

  WHO? Jerilderie Uniting Church Congregation is hosting the Wesley International Congregation Youth Group ‘DIGJC’ from Sydney to experience country living and to run the holiday youth program. DIGJC are an inspirational and talented group of young Christians who want to share their time, their faith and and their gifts with the young people from our region.

  WHO CAN COME? Years K-12 Tuesday - Thursday:
  The program will run from 9am till 4:00pm each day. Students K-12 are welcome to arrive from 8:50am. Please be prompt when picking up your young people at the end of the day.

  WHAT TO EXPECT: Activities may include:
  • A variety of sports
  • Cooking
  • Art and Craft
  • Live Band
  • Singing/Bible stories
  • Guitar workshops
  • Piano workshops
  • Canoeing
  • And more!
  • . Morning tea, Lunch and afternoon tea will be provided.

  WHAT TO BRING:

  Wear appropriate clothing
  • Enclosed shoes (preferably sport shoes)
  • A drink bottle.
  • A hat.
  • Spare set of clothes (just in case!)
  • Any donations of cakes or slices for morning and afternoon teas will be gratefully received.

  Date	Location
  Thursday, April 20, 2023 All Day	Jerilderie Racecourse

  Event Details
  

• Darlington Point Holiday Clinic

  The NRL are pleased to announce we will be running a Holiday Clinic in Darlington Point during the
  up-coming School Holidays. Holiday Clinics are non-contact and appeal to the true nature of kids in all their messy, high energy, love of fun and play.
  
  The program will be held on Friday the 21st of April, from 10:00am – 1:00pm at the Darlington Point Sportsground.
  Cost of the program is $49 per participant, with Holiday Clinic participants receiving a NRL pack which will be handed to the participants on the day at the conclusion of the clinic!
  
  Follow the link below to register. 
  https://www.playrugbyleague.com/

  Date	Location
  Friday, April 21, 2023 All Day	Darlington Point Sports Ground

  Event Details