Armidale Events

The Film Festival is an event entirely devoted to the celebration and showcasing of bush poetry film. Poetry film or video poetry is a fast-growing art form that combines poetry, moving images, sound and music. An invitation is extended to film makers and poets of any age and background to participate in the inaugural Festival. In particular, the submission of innovative and eclectic takes on bush poetry film as a distinct media form is encouraged.

Featuring:  14-17 November - Poetry Writing and Performance Workshops; 18-19 November - ABPA-NSW Bush Poetry Championships; 12 November - NEWC Presents: Poets Walkabout; Australia's top poets' performances; Australian Poetry Film Festival, Poet's Breakfast, walkups, music and more.

Map available. $20pp (entry all gardens), $5pp (per garden), free (under 18) - 6 gardens (paid entry), 2 gardens (free); $5pp (Court House and Bottle Museums). For more information, phone Andrea on 0451 857 216 or Tania on 0407 054 527. Charity Event - all money raised will go to local charities. Open gardens in and out of town. Devonshire teas at the CWA Café at Seekers Garden and Nursery, garden lunches at Bundarra Commercial Hotel; coffee and light meals […]

Another great show for children and adults. A new twist on an old tale. Still the same villains, only worse. Smart children who discover how to thrive in adversity and plenty of rats. Adapted by Gordon Cope with original music by Robert Thompson.

Another great show for children and adults. A new twist on an old tale. Still the same villains, only worse. Smart children who discover how to thrive in adversity and plenty of rats. Adapted by Gordon Cope with original music by Robert Thompson.

An evening of an art and music. Conducted by Inga Brasche, Fiori Musicali will present a special concert of music inspired by the artwork of the Howard Hinton Collection in celebration of Howard Hinton’s birthday and NERAM’s 40th Anniversary. Staged in the beautiful Wonders of Hinton exhibition and including music by Cole Porter, Anders Edenroth, Mozart, Susan LaBarr, Christopher Tin, Craig Hella Johnson, Stephen Sondheim, Z. Randall Stroope and Stephen Paulus with accompanying artwork introductions by NERAM Director Rachael Parsons, the evening […]

Take advantage of the great weather and get some fresh air at the forthcoming spring series of events. Park and street orienteering is a fun, social way to give your body and mind a great workout. The format for these events will be up[ to 20 controls scattered over the map with 45 minutes to score as many points as possible. In some cases all controls will be of equal value, in others controls may be worth differing numbers of […]

$500 jackpot! 35k starting stack, early bird 10k 30 mins prior to start, late registration end of first break,18 players.

School groups - $100 (10 + teacher), $150 (15 + teacher). Hilarious new play by Sarah Quick (directed by Penny Dalgleish and produced by Margaret Sims). A wry discussion between four women about the rules, mostly unwritten, that apply to having relationships with men. YES - It's very funny, even God makes an 'appearance '.... Parental guidance recommended for children under 15.

Sections for poetry performances are: traditional, modern, original humorous and original serious. Come along and listen to our fabulously talented bush poets.

Gourmet and organic fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, meat, bread and baked goods, dairy, poultry, condiments, wine, coffee, teas, spices, honey, olive oil, edible by-products, plants and flowers; an educational workshop; music, entertainment, kids activities and competitions.

With fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.

Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of Chess and coffee. Boards are also set up inside Boobooks. All welcome!

Bring a plate of goodies to share, enjoy a short film (or two or three) on the theme of living sustainably/regeneratively in a changing world and a quiet evening with engaged company.. This month’s films are about Limestone Permaculture Farm exploring solutions to current global crises. Donations will go towards Hillgrove Rural Community Hall upgrade projects. NOTE: The film maker has directly given us royalty-free unlocked access to show them in public screenings at Hillgrove Hall as a gift to the […]