SATURDAY 20th August 2008
8AM - 2PM
IPSWICH SHOWGROUNDS
81 Warwick Road, Ipswich QLD 4305
Entry:
Adults $2
Kids Free
The Handmade Expo with over 80 stallholders of lovingly handmade and crafted goods for sale. Held on Saturday 20 September from 8am to 2pm, entry $2 adults, kids free. The first Handmade Expo attracted 2000 people - don't miss this one, a fantastic market - something for everyone.
For stallholder enquiries please contact Liesa on 0422 876 154 or email thehandmadeex... [more]
Population: Total population (July 2006 est.) 71,891. Population density is 370.8 persons per square km. Ethnic composition: mixed European/Caribbean Indian descent 80% Language: Dutch (official), Papiamento (a Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, English dialect), English (widely spoken), Spanish Religion: Roman Catholic 82%, Protestant 8%, Hindu, Muslim, Confucian and Jewish Currency: the Aruban florin, divided into 100 cents Present government Head of State: Queen Beatrix Governor General: Fred... [more]
Central Coast Creative Craft Group Inc will be holding their February Sale Day on Saturday the 9th, from 9.30am to 4pm at The Gosford Regional Gallery and Arts Centre, 36 Webb St, East Gosford. The group produces the finest quality work all made with love by local craftspeople. Designer jewellery, masks, fairies, pottery, ceramics, clothing and much, much more. Traditional and contemporary crafts. Raising funds for childrens medical research for over 20 years, the group holds only 10 sale days... [more]
Grafton is at the junction of The Pacific Highway. The Gwydir Highway, Summerland Way and Armidale Road. Grafton has many attractions for group tours and a good range of facilities. The village of Ulmarra is classified by the National Trust and offers many art and craft, antique and bric-a-brac outlets. Ulmarra is just 12km north of Grafton on the Pacific Highway. There are many beautiful areas in the in the nearby Copmanhurst and Pristine Waters Councils surrounding Grafton. SPECIAL FEATURE... [more]
There is a great range of properties in our area where pets are welcome, under control, and at the discretion of management. Please note that prior arrangements with property managers are essential. There are also Boarding Kennels & Catteries to care for your pet while you are away. Please click the links to the following properties for more information: Aunty Marl's Dog Friendly Cosy Holiday Cottage - Yamba Yamba Waters Caravan Park - Yamba Wilderness On Pringle - Lawrence... [more]
Fantastic Markets in Ho Chi Minh City.... and the stall holders have "your size" in everything!! Beads; Carvings; Fabrics; Sweets; Handbags; shoes; fruit; fish... you name it Ben Tanh Markets are bustling with tourists and locals and there are bargains galore!!... [more]
Named in 1862, "Maclean" had earlier been called "Rocky Mouth". The NSW colony surveyor - General Alistair McLean instructed local surveyor W. A. B. Greaves of Grafton to design the town. Greaves named the town "Maclean" and the name "Rocky Mouth" fell from use. Scottish Settlers who came to the Maclean area were mainly Highlanders driven from their land during the Highland Clearances. Responding to offers of immigration to Australia, several shiploads arrived on free or... [more]
Woombah Woods Caravan Park. In a beautiful rural setting of over 6h, this bushland park offers excellent accommodation, friendly service and the opportunity to awaken to the serenade of bird calls. Situated just off the Pacific Highway on Iluka Road. Woombah Pottery. This gallery features a large range of domestic wares in several colours and designs, decorative one-off pieces and souvenirs. All pottery is made on the premises and retails for very affordable prices. Demonstrations and tours... [more]
This article lists places where access is easy for everyone. These walking tracks, camping sites, waterfalls and look-outs are recommended for all who want to take a leisurely stroll, and especially those visitors with wheelchairs, prams and strollers. The comments are for a wheelchair user of average strength. Correct as of February, 1996. Safety tips in National Parks Every effort has been made to ensure that information is accurate at the time of preparation. However, the National Parks and... [more]
The pub is an Australian icon and, as for so many things Australian, Sydney is its birthplace. During the Melbourne Olympic Games Australian pubs were for men only, served only beer and were tiled inside and out for easy hosing-down. Women who frequented the pub lounge, the one room they were allowed to enter, were considered to be of questionable moral character. In country Australia especially, pubs often provided the only accommodation for travellers. To this day, Australian pubs offer com... [more]
165 kilometres north of Sydney, or around two hours drive, the Hunter extends from Lake Macquarie to Port Stephens on the coast and inland to the upper reaches of the Hunter Valley. Background The industries of the region are agriculture, aluminium, coal, defence, steel, horses, health, viticulture, winemaking, education, tourism and engineering. Reasons to visit Lake Macquarie, Australias largest saltwater lake; houseboats, watersports, fishing and ocean beaches abound. Hunter Valley... [more]
A cultural and economic capital of the Asia Pacific region, Sydney attracts events, performances and exhibitions to rival any world city. Sydneys big events attract big, enthusiastic crowds: the spectacular New Years Eve and Australia Day fireworks over Sydney Harbour and the Opera House are probably our number one event; Januarys Sydney Festival with its outdoor program of rock, jazz and classical concerts in the Domain attracts hundreds of thousands of evening picnickers; the annual parade... [more]
The Dore exercise based program has helped thousands of children and adults across the world overcome their learning difficulties. Name of Event: Dore Information Evening Location: South Wagga Public School in the Hall Address: 140 Edward Street Contact: 02 69219970 Date: 14th May 2008 Visit Dore Achievement Centre Website Contact Georgina Josue by email... [more]
