Events December 2008

KYEEWA December 2008/January 2009 WALKING DATES

Please note a new email address, to get on the emailing list Contact couchman@tadaust.org.au

 An  (N)  signifies either a new place or a new walk 

(17s) Seventeen Summits  (OP) “Own Patch”

Wed 3rd December 2008	Bongil Bongil Nat. Park    (N) Peninsular Trail Eastern / Western      (Easy)	Maureen 66557732 Nick 65695627
Sun 7th December 2008	Buckrabendini Creek Easy Walks       (N) On Trails, Crossing Creek Possible Camp Overnight   Saturday 6th	Pfil 65687864
Wed 10th December 2008	Valery, Seaview, Trails and Pine Creek (N)  (Medium)	Bernie & Rob 65695499
Sun 14th December 2008	Evening Beach Walk Deep Creek to Black Rock and return     (Easy)	Nick 65695627
Wed 17th December 2008	Christmas Get Together Short Walk.  Mylestrom Picnic Area      (Easy)	Jean 65695099
	Kyeewa Bush Walkers Program for January. 2009
Thu 22nd January 2009	Valla Tavern Dinner 6.30pm                    (N)   (OP) PSVP 12.01.2009	Nick 65695627 Jean 65695099
Wed 28th January 2009	Start of year  “Urunga Walk” BBQ Lunch at Johns	John 66555602
Suggestions or Offers for February 2009 Walks to: TBA Please see car pooling calculation sheet for sharing travelling costs
You can find this information at http://www.nambuccatourism.com/events_monthly.asp

The Nambucca Valley Bird Observers Club october Meeting was on 20/11/2008 in the Urunga, Toormina and the Coffs Botanical Gardens. 19 members attended, they sighted 72 species, bird of the day was the Brush Turkey.
A great day was enjoyed by all.
The next outing is on Thursday 18 December 08. Meeting point is the Valla Beach Tavern at 8.30 AM, going to the Valla area, then back to the tavern for Christmas lunch. Visitors welcome, but please ring Neville before.

Contact Neville Crompton (02) 6568 9920 if you like to join this outing.

Every Saturday	Bowraville Community Markets, 8AM – 3PM Community Centre
1st Saturday	Dorrigo Showground, 6657 5244
1st Saturday	Kempsey Showground, 0413 335 363
1st Saturday	Coffs Harbour Showgrounds, 0422 057 125
1st Saturday	Glenreagh Country Markets, Recreation Ground, 6649 2008
2nd Saturday	South West Rocks – Horseshoe Bay, 0408 326 884
2nd Saturday	Kempsey Growers Market–services club park, 6561 5223 / 0407 957 319
2nd Saturday	Woolgoolga Beach Trust Markets, beach reserve, 6654 1785
3rd Saturday	Bellingen Markets, playing fields, 6655 2151
4th Saturday	Sawtell Community Markets, First Avenue, 6653 3179
2nd&4th Saturday	Bellingen Organic Produce Markets, Showground, 6655 8720
Every Sunday	Coffs Jetty – 6653 6771 & Woolworths Carpark, 6658 3081 Coffs Harbour
1st Sunday	Eungai ‘Unkya Reserve’ – just off the Pacific Highway
1st Sunday	CH Lions Club Car Boot Markets, Jetty Foreshore, 0417 704 588
2nd Sunday	Plaza Shopping Centre, Pacific Highway Nambucca Heads, 6568 7310
1st Sunday every 3 months	Bowraville Lions Market, Racecourse, 6564 7714 Please ring for dates

AIYEP Concert featuring*:

Acehnese Clapping Dance (Ratoh Doek)

Acehnese Percussion Dance (Rapai Geleng)

Collaboration of Indonesian Martial Arts (Rampak Rancak)

Medley of Indonesian Folk Songs

And many more....

Everyone is welcome - ticket is free.

AIYEP is 18 Indonesian youth aged 21-25 living and doing work experiences at Nambucca Valley and surrounding areas for 3 weeks.

Please contact Lee Gilliland at 65695018 for more information.

*Performances are subject to change

Eighteen of Indonesian youth are visiting Nambucca Valley and surrounding areas as a part of their Australia-Indonesia Youth Exchange Program 2008/2009. The program has two main phases, which are Australian and Indonesian phases. Each phase is divided into city- and country-stay for three weeks respectively with a one-week holiday in between. They had finished the city-stay of the Australian phase in Sydney and had had their holiday in Coffs Harbour. They are having home-stays with a number of local people to experience the Australian daily lives as well as work experiences at local institutions.

They will be performing Indonesian traditional dances, folk songs as well as their traditional costumes parade at the Nambucca Entertainment Centre, Ridge Street, Nambucca Heads, at 7.15 PM.  

For further info please contact Lee Gilliland at 65695018.

Everyone is welcome to attend...there may be a gold coin donation

The NVAC is holding  another free 'Munchin', Lunchin', Music Function'  at the Nambucca Entertainment Centre on Thursday 4th December from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m....with our own pianiste extraordinaire, Phyllis Rea-Lloyd,  singing and playing on the Grand Piano...I am sure she will have something up her sleeve for Christmas and sing-a-longs will be the order of the day.  Come and join us and bring your sandwiches and a cushion...stay five minutes or stay two hours...

The Valley Art Group is having their morning tea for their Artist of the month, Fay Ledger at 10 a.m..Thursday, 4th December....   in the Stringer Gallery of the N.E.C.   Everyone is welcome to attend...come to that and stay on for the Free Concert at 11.30 a.m.  While in the Gallery, there are cards and paintings for sale...and at very reasonable prices...one whole wall is called "Affordable Arts!!!'

The Valla Beach Community holds a market festival on the first Saturday of every second month (next being 6th December), focusing on home made and grown local produce in food, arts, crafts and fantastic musical talent.

The event runs from 8am to 2pm in the beautiful landscaped grounds of the Valla Community Preschool, just east off the Pacific Highway on Valla Beach Road, Valla Beach, a serene and peaceful seaside village.

The valley's community groups such as WIRES, Nambucca Valley Conservation, Valla Fire Brigade, Headspace Nambucca Youth and 2NVR Community Radio also participate to spread the good word and valuable work they carry out in the area.

Talented local musicians play throughout the day, (next market - Lea Gillard & Paul Clement) creating a wonderful relaxing vibe to the venue. A selection of food and drinks are available along with over 50 quality stalls.

The market is an initiative of the Valla Beach Urban & Hall Management Committee to raise money for the protection, repairs and positive growth of Valla Beach along with creating an avenue for networking and bringing the community together for good times and great bargains. Cruise along for a fun day and good vibe of diversity and spirit down by the sea.

The market is proudly supported by local businesses, the Nambucca Shire Council and 2NVR Community Radio 105.9fm. For all enquiries please call Kaz on 0419 218800 or email kselbie@bigpond.net.au.

Choir Leading Xmas Carols.

2 pm.

14 December, 2008 in Anglican Church. Corner of Short Street and Kent Street.

For more information please contact Leonie, 6568 9029.

Christmas Carols at Macksville. 14 December, 2008.

Starting at 7pm at the Swimming Complex.

For further information please contact Elizabeth, 6568 2353.

Christmas Carols at Bowraville. At the primary school.

Starting at 7pm.

For more information please contact Elizabeth, 6568 2353.

Our silly season film! British duo Dudley Moore and Peter Cook collaborated in this comic parody of the Faust legend that satirises life, love, desire and eternal salvation, and features the buxom charms of Raquel Welsh.

Films are at the Bowraville Theatre, 74 High Street Bowraville, from 7pm on Saturdays. Features will be preceded by a short film. The Café is open from 6.00 – come in for a light meal and great coffee and snacks before the film!

Carols in the Field.

Sunday 21 December at 6pm at BJ Biffen Field, Nambucca Heads.

Childrens activities, sausage sizzle and christmas carols

All welcome.

For more information please contact Leonie on 6568 9029.

Everyone is welcome at all meetings and a bus is available from Nambucca Heads bus stop adjacent to the Police Station at 11.30 AM and midday for each meeting returning after the last race. Fare is $ 5 return.

The Nambucca River Jockey Club is a voluntary run organisation and all profits are used to manage, maintain and upgrade the race course facility. There is no other income apart from patronage at our meetings.

All facilities are available for on course punting including metropolitan and interstate meetings.

Refreshment and food outlets are available and family and picnic areas are also available. All are welcome and invited to experience a true friendly country race meeting.

Early welcome to the New Year (4 pm-10 pm) by the ocean in Scotts Head. This is an Alcohol Free Family Event - carnival rides, live music, jumping castle, glo-rope stall, food vans etc.
Spectacular fireworks off Elephant Head at 9.30 pm.

Events January 2009

Everyone is welcome at all meetings and a bus is available from Nambucca Heads bus stop adjacent to the Police Station at 11.30 AM and midday for each meeting returning after the last race. Fare is $ 5 return.

The Nambucca River Jockey Club is a voluntary run organisation and all profits are used to manage, maintain and upgrade the race course facility. There is no other income apart from patronage at our meetings.

All facilities are available for on course punting including metropolitan and interstate meetings.

Refreshment and food outlets are available and family and picnic areas are also available. All are welcome and invited to experience a true friendly country race meeting.

A fun day for the whole family organised by Valla Lions Club.

Free Entry-Wheelchair friendly

60+ Market Stalls---Dodgem Cars--Rides & More

Raffles all Day.Drawn at 1.00pm--- Plenty of Food Available from 7.00am

Events February 2009

The Valla Beach Community holds a market festival on the first Saturday of every second month (next being 7th February), focusing on home made and grown local produce in food, arts, crafts and fantastic musical talent.

The event runs from 8am to 2pm in the beautiful landscaped grounds of the Valla Community Preschool, just east off the Pacific Highway on Valla Beach Road, Valla Beach, a serene and peaceful seaside village.

The valley's community groups such as WIRES, Nambucca Valley Conservation, Valla Fire Brigade, Headspace Nambucca Youth and 2NVR Community Radio also participate to spread the good word and valuable work they carry out in the area.

Talented local musicians play throughout the day,  creating a wonderful relaxing vibe to the venue. A selection of food and drinks are available along with over 50 quality stalls.

The market is an initiative of the Valla Beach Urban & Hall Management Committee to raise money for the protection, repairs and positive growth of Valla Beach along with creating an avenue for networking and bringing the community together for good times and great bargains. Cruise along for a fun day and good vibe of diversity and spirit down by the sea.

The market is proudly supported by local businesses, the Nambucca Shire Council and 2NVR Community Radio 105.9fm. For all enquiries please call Kaz on 0419 218800 or email kselbie@bigpond.net.au.

Events March 2009

Everyone is welcome at all meetings and a bus is available from Nambucca Heads bus stop adjacent to the Police Station at 11.30 AM and midday for each rning after the last race. Fare is $ 5 return.

The Nambucca River Jockey Club is a voluntary run organisation and all profits are used to manage, maintain and upgrade the race course facility. There is no other income apart from patronage at our meetings.

All facilities are available for on course punting including metropolitan and interstate meetings.

Refreshment and food outlets are available and family and picnic areas are also available. All are welcome and invited to experience a true friendly country race meeting.

Events April 2009

Everyone is welcome at all meetings and a bus is available from Nambucca Heads bus stop adjacent to the Police Station at 11.30 AM and midday for each rning after the last race. Fare is $ 5 return. The Nambucca River Jockey Club is a voluntary run organisation and all profits are used to manage, maintain and upgrade the race course facility. There is no other income apart from patronage at our meetings.

All facilities are available for on course punting including metropolitan and interstate meetings.

Refreshment and food outlets are available and family and picnic areas are also available. All are welcome and invited to experience a true friendly country race meeting.

Breakfast by the River - the Nambucca Valley Community Arts market promotion of local Arts, craft and produce, will be held on Sunday 19 April 2009. The theme of the day as usual is 'Make it, Bake it, or Grow it locally'.
A great day is assured as the event has been growing in popularity each year with stallholders, tourists and locals alike.
There is plenty to do for the whole family,: art and craft stall, plants and produce, facepainting and cosmetic tattoos for children, bacon, egg, and sausage sandwiches galore, cakes, slices, gourmet biscuits and preserves, tea, coffee and drinks, local community groups, demonstrations by artisans and more. There will be live music to tap your feet ato while you enjoy your morning in the park. Stalls can be booked, $ 15 for a 3 metre site and proof of insurance is required. Ring Bev 6568 6429 for details.
HOW GET TO GORDON PARK: take the turn into Wellington Drive opposite Woolworth.

NAMBUCCA VALLEY 2009 AUTUMN GOLF CARNIVAL

The format for the Golf Carnival is as follows:

• 9 hole individual Stableford – men’s and ladies separate competitions
• Handicaps to be allocated under the Calloway system.
• Daily trophies
• Event trophies allocated on point score over 4 days – 5 points for win, 3 points for 2

Week’s Golf programme: ($10.00 per course per day, bus transfers free)
(Play as many or as few events as you like)

Sunday 26th April 5.30pm - Complimentary “Welcoming Evening Sausage Sizzle”.
Presentation of Week’s Programme.

Monday 27th April Free morning for R&R at the Resort – sleep-in, walk the beach, or just spend some time catching up with friends.
12.30pm Hit Off - First Competition Round – Bellingen Golf Club.

Tuesday 28th April
9.30am Hit Off - Second Competition Round – Urunga Golf Club.
1.00pm – Lunch @ Anchors Wharf Restaurant, River Rat Boat Cruise & Raleigh Winery visit

Wednesday 29th April
9.30am Valley Trail Farm visit.
1.00pm $10.00 lunch & free drink at V-Wall Tavern.
Enjoy the sights of Nambucca, the beaches and headlands, the artworks on our breakwall, mosaic wall in front of Police Station and panoramic views to South West Rocks and the hinterland.

Thursday 30th April
Free morning for R & R. 1.30pm - Third Competition Round – Nambucca Island Golf Club.
Steak Night at Golf Club – 2 course meal $15.00 per head.

Friday 1st May
9.30am Hit Off - Final Competition Round – Nambucca Island Golf Club. Afternoon R & R at Valla Beach Resort.
Happy Hour in our Woolshed Bar and complimentary “Presentation BBQ”.

Accommodation at Valla Beach Caravan Park & Resort:

Powered Site (8m x 13m) – with CMCA Discount $19.90 per night for two people
Extra Person – with CMCA Discount $5.90 per night

Once you arrive at Valla Beach Resort, set up on your site and we will “bus” all competitors (and their partners) around for the week.

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT PROGRAMME MAY BE CHANGED WITHOUT NOTICE.

Events September 2009

The Rusty Iron Rally

Saturday & Sunday 5th & 6th September 2009 - Fathers Day Weekend - Macksville Showground

Held Fathers’ Day weekend it is the largest vintage and heritage machinery show on the North Coast and is a day out for the whole family.

Presented by the Mid North Coast Machinery Restoration Club it features: • Vintage and heritage machinery in working order, much of it restored.
• Cars, motorcycles, and trucks.
• Tractors.
• Stationary & portable engines and various types of machinery.
• Model engines.
• Antique Radios.
• Exhibits of collectables and memorabilia.
• Trade stalls offering old and new wares.
AVAILABE ON SITE:

FREE PARKING

FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS

For further information contact the club on either 02 6568 4099 or 65644096

OR

Visit our web site at www.RustyIronRally.com

Events November 2009

Nearly each year, the Tallowood Community School organises for a range of handmade houses in the Bellingen/Bowraville area to be opened to the public. For a modest fee visitors can inspect houses made from mud brick, rammed earth, wattle and daub, mud and sawdust packing and stone and wood construction. There is also an opportunity to inspect permaculture and solar energy uses. For more information contact the school on (02) 6564 7619 or email: admin@tallowood.nsw.edu.au