ARIAH PARK
TEMORA SHIRE COUNCIL
Ariah Park: Bowsers, wowsers and peppercorn tea party
Fire Station, Coolamon Street
The launch of the main street upgrade project to be accompanied by a guided tour of key buildings and sites in the main street, followed by afternoon tea underneath the historic peppercorn trees.
22 April, 2.OOpm
For information on time and price
please contact organisers
Bookings preferred
6977 1099
Maximum Attendance 100

ARMIDALE
STATE RECORDS AUTHORITY
OF NEW SOUTH WALES
Unity and Nationhood:
A travelling exhibition
Armidale Heritage Centre
Unity and Nationhood is a travelling exhibition celebrating Federation. It examines issues in the lead-up to Federation, the celebration of Federation itself and the selection of the Federal capital site. The exhibition is touring regional centres of NSW, including Tenterfield, Broken Hill, Dubbo and Wagga, and will be in Armidale during the Heritage Festival. Contact State Records for information on where else the exhibition will visit, time and price.
23 April-11 May
8276 5613 or
Armidale Heritage Centre 6773 6444

BERRIGAN
BERRIGAN SHIRE COUNCIL
Berrigan: Forefathers of Federation
RSL and Federation Museum,
60-70 Jerilderie Street
Display of photographs and other essential memorabilia.
20, 21, 25, 28 & 29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
(03) 5888 5100
Maximum Attendance 50

BOWRAL
BRADMAN MUSEUM
Pack Up Your Troubles...' -
Cricket v War
Bradman Museum, St Jude Street
With the assistance of the Australian War Memorial, the Bradman Museum has mounted a new special exhibition around the central theme of war and cricket. A range of cricket photographs from the Boer War right through to recent peace-keeping forces illustrate that, no matter what the circumstances, people still find the opportunity to play the game.
1 April-31 May, 10.00am-5.00pm
$8.00 Adult, $3.50 Child
4862 1247
Maximum Attendance 200

BROKEN HILL
BROKEN HILL CITY COUNCIL
'Centenary of Federation' -
Annual Heritage Awards
Broken Hill TAFE Campus, 248 Argent Street
Photographic display, featuring heritage-listed buildings, with emphasis on Federation style and architecture.
22 April, 1.00pm-2.30pm viewing and
2.30pm-4.00pm Award Ceremony
(08) 8080 2270

BULLI
BLACK DIAMOND HERITAGE CENTRE
Annual Heritage Fair
Princes Highway and Railway Street
Street fair and a display of exhibitions.
21 April, 8.00am-2.00pm
Admission Free
4284 9216

BURRELL CREEK
BURRELL CREEK YOUTH AND COMMUNITY ASSOC. INC.
Heritage Trivia Night
Burrell Creek Community Hall
A trivia quiz focusing on the story of Federation.
5 May, 7.30 pm
$10.00
6550 6311

CAMDEN
THE STABLES WIVENHOE.
Art Exhibition of the Pictorial
Collection on Cobbitty Village
229 Macquarie Grove Road
The exhibition features local Dobson, 100 paintings and Cobbitty Village 2001.
21-29 April, 9.00am-4.00pm
4655 6061

Poets Night
The Stables, Wivenhoe
229 Macquarie Grove Road
Poets from all over NSW recite their works to the audience seated around campfires situated in the courtyard of the Wivenhoe Heritage Stables designed by John Verge for Sir Charles Cowper.
28 April, 4.30pm
4655 6061

CAMDEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Federation - Contemporary Views of Australia Exhibition
Camden Museum - Cowpastures Heritage Centre, 40 John Street
This exhibition interprets the past through the examination of current social issues acknowledging history is reflected in the events of the present. Contemporary artworks by Aboriginal artists will promote understanding of indigenous issues and include Shirley Amos, Bronwyn Bancroft, Andrew Bell, Jonathan Bottrell, Marlene Cummins, Leonie Dennis, Sally Morgan, Janice Shipley and Harry J Wedge.
21-29 April (to Dec),
Thurs-Sun 1 1.00am-4.00pm
Admission Free
Bookings for groups essential
4655 9210

CAMDEN HEAD
HASTINGS COUNCIL
Official Launch of Heritage Festival
Pilot Station (off Bergalia Street)
Launched by Dr Eric Rolls, noted author, historian and patron of the pilot station. Enjoy one of the lunchtime picnic hampers from the Laurieton CWA ladies, at a minimal cost, while listening to music by 'The Music Exchange'.
22 April, 11.30am
Admission Free (gold coin donation
if travelling by boat from Laurieton)
6559 4339

CAMDEN SOUTH
CAMDEN PARK
Camden Park Open Day
Follow signs from Elizabeth Macarthur Avenue
A tour of historic Camden Park House, designed by John Verge for John and Elizabeth Macarthur in 1834. Cellar wine-tasting, courtesy of Pepper Tree Wines at Pokolbin. Teas and sausage-sizzle. Proceeds to the Helen Blaxland Foundation for the continued preservation of Experiment Farm, Old Government House and Lindesay.
29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$10.00 (no concessions)
4655 8466

COBAR
COBAR SHIRE COUNCIL - GREAT COBAR HERITAGE CENTRE
Opening Celebration
'Cobar Federation Track'
Great Cobar Heritage Centre,
Barrier Highway
A pleasant path that leads past significant historic and natural heritage sites in Cobar. Refreshments, games and activities for the whole family. Funded by the Centenary of Federation community grants program and the support of community groups.
29 April, 2.00pm
6836 2448

CUNDLETOWN
CUNDLETOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Centenary of Federation
morning and afternoon tea
'Melvie Chick Centre'.
cnr of High and Victoria Streets
Celebrate our future. Reminisce and remember our heritage.
26 April, 10.00am-3.00pm
Donations welcomed
6553 9574 or 6553 9368

DELUNGRA
DELUNGRA PAST POETS SOCIETY
Delungra Poets:
'Weeds & Waterholes'
23 Inverell Street
Presentation of local poetry of Federation era, William Stenz and 'Geebung' Augustus Myers. Readings by local personalities. Ballads, philosophical topics and political comments on the times. Reading and discussion between courses.
1 May, 7.30pm
$20.00
BYOG (meal included)
Contact Inverell Tourist Office on 6728 8161
Maximum Attendance 50

GRAFTON
CLARENCE RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
Grafton's Heritage
'Schaeffer House', 190 Fitzroy Street
Pictorial representations of man's labours at Grafton since settlement 1839.
21-29 April,
Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sun
1 .00pm-4.00pm,
6642 5212

HUNTER VALLEY
RICHMOND VALE RAILWAY MUSEUM
Grafton's Heritage
4km South of Kurri Kurri, 20km North of Freemans / Waterhole - Main Road 135
Ride behind steam power (locomotives) 10 class engines. Visit our mining museum.
22-29 April, 10.OOam-5.OOpm -
Train ride 10.3Oam-3.OOpm
$11.00 Adult, $5.50 Child/Concession
Bookings essential
4966 4357

Mining Museum
4km South of Kurri Kurri, 20km North of Freemans/Waterhole - Main Road 135
Visit our mining museum. Static display at John 'Baron' Brown's showpiece, Richmond Main Colliery.
26 April, 10.00am-1.00pm
$5.50

INVERELL
INVERELL ART SOCIETY INC.
Art Exhibition: Gala Opening
Inverell Art Gallery, Evans Street
Gala evening to open the Tom Roberts Festival and accompanying art exhibition of Tom Roberts' originals. Launch of exhibition by acclaimed contemporary artists Kasey Sealey and Greg Hansell.
27 April, 7.OOpm
$20.00
Inverell Tourist Centre 6728 8161

Art Walk
Inverell Central Business District
Local artists display their work in shop windows throughout Inverell CBD. Festival visitors select their favourite artist in 'People's Choice' award.
27 April-6 May

Tom Roberts' Art Exhibition
and Lectures
Evans Street
An exhibition of Tom Roberts' originals from public galleries and private collections. Guest lectures on weekends by nationally acclaimed art historians.
27 April-6 May, 10.00am-4.00pm daily

INVERELL ART GALLERY
'Bailed Up' Enactment
Paradise Road, buses leaving from Tourist Office, Campbell Street
A dramatic tableau of key events from 19th century Inverell history at the site of Roberts' painting of 'Bailed Up'. The highlight will be a recreation of local bushranger, Captain Thunderbolt's hold up of the Glen Limes coach. 'Bailed Up' enactment to feature descendents of people in the painting.
28 April, 11.00am
$20.00 per person
Inverell Tourist Office on 67288161

INVERELL MUSIC APPRECIATION
GROUP/CO-OPERA
The Magic Flute
Inverell Town Hall
Co-opera's production of this Mozart classic.
28 April, 7.OOpm
For further information contact Inverell
Tourist Office 6728 8161
Maximum Attendance 400

INVERELL PIONEER VILLAGE
Traditional Trades Display
Pioneer Village, Tingha Road
Shingle cutter, blade shearer, blacksmith in operation, spinning and weaving, antique machinery operating in an authentic recreation of 19th century Inverell - Paddy's pub, squatters slab pub, church and school are part of this wonderful village atmosphere.
29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$5.00
6722 1717

INVERELL THEATRE COMPANY
Don't Dress for Dinner
Beaulieu Hall, Gum Flat Road
A delightful English farce set in rural France, performed by the talented local theatre company. Supper included.
3-5 May, 7.00pm
For further information please contact
Inverell Tourist Office 6728 8161
Maximum Attendance 100 per show

INVERELL FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Gala Fim Evening - Chant of Jimmy Blacksmith and Thunderbolt (1910 b/w)
Inverell Cinema, Byron Street
1910 version of Thunderbolt is being provided by Soundscreen Australia and will be shown with a special screening of Chant of Jimmy Blacksmith. Supper provided.
30 April, 7.00pm
Contact organisers for further information
6723 2872

HISTORIC HOUSES TRUST OF NSW
"How Did Your Garden Grow' -
Seminar and Tour
Austral Band Hall, Campbell Street
A practical two-day seminar on design of 19th and 20th century gardens. Join Dr. James Broadbent and Colleen Morris as they explain the planning and design of these gardens, their fashionable plants and garden ornaments. Day two: tours Byron, Blair Athol and Fern Hill.
4 & 5 May, Fri 10.OOam, Sat 9.OOam
$50.00 per day.
Wear sensible walking shoes
9692 8366
Maximum Attendance 50

INVERELL CULTURAL & ARTS COUNCIL/INVERELL APEX
Federation Ball
Inverell Town Hall, Otho Street
Traditional dance of the 19th and 20th century will be the theme of this ball in the Inverell Town Hall.
4 May, 8.00pm
Inverell Tourist Office 6728 8161
Maximum Attendance 400

INVERELL CULTURAL & ARTS COUNCIL
'Celebrate Federation Street Party
Evans Street
Celebrate Inverell, its people and its cuisine. An event which showcases regional food producers, chefs and venues. Set amongst the trees in Evans Street, the marquee will provide an opportunity to sit and eat, enjoy local musical talent, local wines and children's entertainment.
5 May, 4.00pm
Gold coin entry - purchase food vouchers
at the gate
Inverell Tourist Office 6728 8161

INVERELL TRANSPORT MUSEUM &
INVERELL EAST ROTARY
Castrol Federation Car Show
Inverell Transport Museum
Inverell Transport Museum Australia's biggest museum is the venue for a competition for classic and custom cars, street machines, veteran and vintage cars and bikes. Over 150 cars will be on show in addition to the 100 items already on display in the museum. A prize of $1000 offered for the best car and other prizes for the vintage car race and rally.
5-6 May
Museum - Admission Free,
Car Show $10.00, $20.00 Family
6722 3713

BRIAN BALDWIN AUCTIONEERS
Autumn Antique Auction
Holy Trinity School Auditorium, Moore Street
Antiques, pine furniture, collectables, china, bric-a-brac, toys, jewellery (antique and estate) and art. Buyer's number system applies. No buyer's premium at this sale. Viewing from 7.3Opm on Friday 4 May and from 7.3Oam on Saturday 5 May.
5 May, 9.45am
For further information contact organisers
6722 2193

JERILDERIE
JERILDERIE SHIRE COUNCIL
Jerilderie's Contribution to Federation
'The Willows' Historical Museum,
Powell Street
Photographs and documentation highlighting the district's participation in the Federation of the colonies.
21-29 April, 10.OOam-4.OOpm
$2.00
(03) 5886 1200

JUNEE
GREEN GROVE ORGANICS
Federation Flour Tour
Junee Flour Mill, 18 Lord Street
This historic building will be open for tours and a Centenary display during the Heritage Festival.
21-29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
Admission Free
6924 3574

MONTE CRISTO HOMESTEAD
Monte Cristo Exhibition
John Potts Drive
The world-famous Monte Cristo Homestead will be open to the public with a display of items that celebrate the Centenary of Federation.
21-29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$7.50 Adult, $3.50 Child, $6.00 Pensioner
6924 1637

REGIONAL HERITAGE TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION
Railway Roundhouse Exhibition
Harold Street
Forty-two bay railway roundhouse, the largest in the southern hemisphere! Numerous locomotives, passenger carriages, steam, crane and trikes on permanent display, plus railway memorabilia housed in the separate museum building. Some features of the exhibits will indicate the role Junee locomotive depot played in the Sydney-Melbourne railway.
21-29 April, 10.30am-2.30pm
$5.00 Adult, $2.50 Child

JUNEE SHIRE COUNCIL
Launch of Railway Station History and Conservation Plan
Junee Railway Station,
meet at Refreshments Rooms
The launch of the recently completed railway station history and conservation plan will involve a talk on the role that Junee played within the development of the NSW rail network.
21 April, 1.30pm
Admission Free
6924 1277

Open Day - Junee Southern Cross
Old Junee Southern Cross Building,
Broadway
The Southern Cross offices will be open for a special day to celebrate the history of the Junee Southern Cross newspaper. This open day will show how important the news became in regional Australia with the role of local newspapers.
27 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
Admission Free
6924 1277

JUNEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Broadway Hotel: Exhibition
Broadway Hotel
The Junee Historical Society will provide a display in the Broadway Hotel based on Junee Transport as a Federation theme.
28-29 April, 12.00 noon-4.00pm
6924 2185

KEMPSEY
MACLEAY RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
Life on the Macleay in 1901
Macleay River Historical Society Museum,
South Kempsey Park
Kempsey Shire Council Library, Elbow Street
Display of artifacts and papers depicting life in 1901 compared to 2001.
30 April-July, 10.00am-4.00pm
Normal museum admission prices
6562 7572

KEMPSEY EAST
MACLEAY RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
History Walk in East Kempsey
Meeting place at Rudder Park Lookout,
Lord Street
Includes buildings and sites of architectural and historical interest.
26 April, 8.30am-10.30am approx.
Wear walking shoes and a hat
Bookings desirable
6562 7572
Maximum Attendance 30

KENDALL
HASTINGS COUNCIL
Longworth Logging Tramway
Walking Trail (Centenary of Federation Project)
Graham Street, meet at 3.30pm Kendall Services & Citizens Club Car Park
Enjoy a short stroll and view the only remnants that remain of this pioneering enterprise - a timber tramway built in 1913 to carry timber logs from the Longworth property at Lorne to Kendall where they were transformed by drogher to their mill at Laurieton before being shipped to Sydney.
22 April, 4.00pm
Gold coin donation
6559 4339

KRAMBACH
KRAMBACH HALL COMMITTEE
2001 Heritage Ball
Krambach Hall
Recreating a major social event which would have occurred at the time of Federation. Prizes awarded for the best Federation-dressed male and female. Proceeds will be devoted to the continued restoration of the local community hall.
28 April, Dancing from 8.00pm-dawn
$25.00 a double
6559 1286

LAKE MACQUARIE
LAKE MACQUARIE CITY LIBRARY
Local History Photograph Display
There will be a display at three of our branch libraries
A photographic exhibit displaying images of life in Lake Macquarie around the time of Federation. Toronto Branch Library, 5 Pemell Street, Toronto: Mon-Fri 9.30am-6.00pm, Sat 9.00am-12.00 noon. Belmont Branch Library, 19 Ernest Street, Belmont: Mon-Fri 10.00am-6.00pm, Sat 9.00am-12.00 noon. Charlestown Branch Library, cnr Smith and Ridley Streets, Charlestown: Mon-Fri 10.00am-8.00pm, Sat 9.00am-3.00pm.
4921 0446

LAKE TABOURIE
LITTLE FOREST FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH GROUP & LAKE TABOURIE MUSEUM
Ulladulla's Heritage Festival
Lake Tabourie Museum, Princes Highway
Discover the heritage and history of the Milton Ulladulla region at Lake Tabourie Museum - Aboriginal artifacts, photos, lifestyle, old school books and Australian rural life. Display on pioneer family history as we celebrate the Centenary of Federation. Picnic tables available.
21 April, from 10.00am
$2.00 Adult, $1.00 Child, $5.00 Family
4455 4780

LAMBTON
NEWCASTLE FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY INC.
Open Day at Newcastle Family History Society Library
68 Elder Street
Visitors will be introduced to the Society's extensive resources, including births, deaths and marriages, cemetery records, immigration and convict indexes, electoral rolls, musters and census records and more.
28 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
Admission Free
4958 3112

LAURIETON
HASTINGS COUNCIL
Historic Churches of the Camden Haven (Bus Tour)
Holy Trinity Church, Laurie Street
Step on board the bus for a delightful tour of some of the early churches in the Camden Haven. Learn about their history and their special place in the heart of their respective communities.
22 April, 2.30pm
Ring for price: 6559 4339

Guided Walk - Laurie Street
Laurieton School of Arts, Laurie Street
Laurieton School ofArts, Laurie Street Learn about the early buildings and some of their owners, as well as the uniqueness of the street trees. A river-boat crossing of the Camden Haven inlet is included.
22 April, 10.30am
Gold coin donation for river crossing
6559 4339

Exhibition -
Early History and Pioneering
Families of the Camden Haven
Camden Haven Historical Society (School of Arts) cnr of Bold and Laurie Streets
View a fine display of the early history and pioneering families of the Camden Haven.
22 April, 2.30pm-4.30pm
Gold coin donation
6559 4339

LEETON
ROXY COMMUNITY THEATRE
Inspection of Heritage Theatre
Roxy Theatre, Pine Avenue
23, 24 & 27 April, 11.00am & 2.00pm
Bookings essential
6963 2074

LITHGOW
CITY OF GREATER LITHGOW
MINING MUSEUM INC.
Coal, Steel and Railways - State
Mine Heritage Park and Railway
State Mine, Gully Road
Celebration of the role of coal in the development of Australia's heavy industries. Interpretive displays, guided tours and tourist train.
22 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$5.00, $3.00, $2.00 (Family $12.00)
6353 1513

LITHGOW CITY COUNCIL
Ironfest
Main Street, Lithgow,
plus various other locations
Celebrate Ironfest at Lithgow - the birthplace of the Australian steel and iron industry. View displays of creative works of steel, demonstrations and workshops, music and street celebrations.
28-29 April, 10.00am
Contact Lithgow Visitor Information Centre
6353 1859

Cullen Bullen Speedway Action
Meeting place: Cullen Bullen Raceway
Watch the speedcar action as drivers take to the Cullen Bullen Raceway.
28 April, 4.00pm-10.00pm
Contact Ray Blackley 6359 0518

LITHGOW DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
Open Day at Eskbank House
Bennett Street
Open day to Eskbank House and site. Oldest house in Lithgow. Conducted as a local history museum by the Lithgow District Historical Society for the Council of the City of Lithgow. The old forge and blacksmith area on site will be in use by a blacksmith on the day. No formal tours, but information will be on hand
28 April, 10.00am-3.00pm
Admission Free
6351 3557 or 6355 1185

LITHGOW & PORTLAND
LITHGOW CITY COUNCIL
Heritage Festival
Discover Lithgow's heritage. Explore Small Arms Factory Museum, Delta Energy Expo, Blast Furnace Park and Eskbank House. See the history and find out about the backbone of Australia's industrial pursuits in Lithgow, the crucible of Australia's industrial heritage, from early 1900s to today.
Small Arms Factory Museum, Methvan
Street, Lithgow.
$4.40 Adult, $2.20 Child, $3.30 Concession
Delta Energy Expo. Mt Piper Power Station,
Portland
Eskbank House, Bennett Street, Lithgow
Blast Furnace Park, Inch Street, Lithgow
View the range of decorative crafts and folk art produced by local artists at Lithgow Craft Centre, Sweetbriar House, Great Western Highway, Lithgow.
21-29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
6353 1859

MAITLAND
MAITLAND CITY ART GALLERY
Fourteenth Maitland City Art
Gallery: Festival of Arts and Crafts
Maitland City Art Gallery, Brough House, Church Street
An exhibition of arts and crafts celebrating the Centenary of Federation and selected photographs from the 'Historic Maitland' photographic collection.
12 April-May, Mon-Sun 1.00pm-4.00pm
4933 1657

MANILLA
MANILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Manilla's Heritage of Song & Music
Manilla Memorial Hall Complex
Patriotic songs by Tamworth Choral Society members, Barraba Shire Brass Band, Manilla Caledonian Pipe Band, Bush Poetry and other entertainment.
21 April, 7.30pm
$5.00 Adult, $2.00 Child, $10.00 Family
6785 1882
Maximum Attendance 500

MOAMA
MOAMA CEMETERY MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Heritage Day
Moama Cemetery, Perricoota Road
Family cemetery walks highlighting the contribution by pioneers in the development of Australia. Book launch of Australian History Localised by cemetery volunteers, a record of the known details of those who will remain forever in Moama NSW 1857-1899. Display of family photographs.
29 April, 11.00am-3.00pm
Admission Free
Bring your family photos
(03) 5482 2692

MOSS VALE
NATIONAL PARKS & WILDLIFE SERVICE
Throsby Park Historic House Open Day
Church Road
Tour historic Throsby Park house, built in 1834. It is a good example of an early Australian homestead and contains many Throsby family artifacts.
22 April 10.00am-3.30pm
$4.00 Adult, $2.00 Child
4887 7270

NEWCASTLE
THE NEWCASTLE ALLIANCE
Newcastle 2000 Federation Ball
Newcastle City Hall
The Grand Ball of Newcastle's year to celebrate a hundred years of Federation.
21 April, 7.00pm
$95.00
Bookings essential
4925 0471
Maximum Attendance 300
Price on booking

Heritage Movies
Showcase Cinema, Wolfe Street
Two nights of early Australian movies.
23 & 26 April, 7.00pm
4929 5019
Price on booking

Newcastle Business Club Luncheon
Harbour Function Centre, Queen s' Wharf
Wharf Road
Lunch will include an interesting address given by a prominent heritage authority.
24 April, 12.00 noon
$25.00
Bookings essential
4925 0471

River Cruise to Morpeth by Lady Joy
Departs Queens Wharf, Wharf Road
A cruise up the Hunter, lunch at historic Morpeth and return to Newcastle, arriving approximately 5.00pm. An expert on Hunter maritime history will provide an interesting and informative commentary.
28 April, 9.00am
Bookings essential
4927 0755

Exhibition of Newcastle Schools
Federation Competition
Newcastle Regional Museum,
Hunter and Wood Streets
A competition open to Newcastle district school pupils to create a work which expresses their thoughts and feelings on the subject of Federation of the Australian colonies. Entries will be judged and prizes awarded at the Newcastle Regional Museum on Friday 27 April.
24-27 April, 10.00am-5.00pm
4925 0471

NOWRA NORTH
THE NOWRA AREA DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Riverside Festival 2001
Greys Beach, Fairway Drive
'Nowra Now' - it's what we make it. A focus on the heritage of the Shoalhaven River, its history and future, from Federation to now.
9.30am - Champagne breakfast on the river
11.30am - Head of the River Regatta
All day activities on and around the river
29 April, 9.30am-4.00pm
$25.00 for breakfast. All other activities Free
Bookings for breakfast essential
4423 3583
Maximum Attendance for breakfast 200

NOWRA
THE NOWRA AREA DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Discover Nowra Now Walks
In and around CBD of Nowra
Walking tours of places of interest in and around the CBD of Nowra. Visit 'The Amazing Travelling Film & Sound Show', see photographic exhibitions based on the Shoalhaven River, enter the competitions, hear stories from the river and see Punch & Judy shows.
21-27 April, Tours daily, 10.OOam, 12.00 noon
& 2.OOpm (except Wed 25 April)
$5.00 Adult, $2.00 Child
Bookings essential
Contact Julia Guy 4423 3583

FRIENDS OF GRAHAM LODGE
Turn-of-the-century Children's Fair
Pleasant Way - next to Visitors Centre
In the grounds adjacent to historic Graham Lodge (built 1860), presently being restored as an historic and education exhibition centre. Puppets, games, children's theatre, music and prize for the best boy or girl turn-of-the-century costume. 'Meet the King and Queen of the Riverside Festival'.
22 April, 10.00am-5.00pm
Gold coin donation
Contact Geraldine Walker 4421 6986

OXLEY ISLAND
GREATER TAREE CITY COUNCIL/
OXLEY ISLAND TEA HOUSE
The Heritage of the Manning River Islands
Oxley Island Tea House, Templetons Lane
Luncheon to celebrate the heritage of the Manning River islands. The feature of the day will be the launch of the Greater Taree City Council Pilot Rural Heritage Study of Oxley Island, Mitchell's Island and Cabbage Tree Island. Guest speaker, Mr Garry Smith, author of the manuscript. Photographic display of the heritage of the Manning River islands.
29 April, from 12.00 noon
For further information contact organiser
for price
6553 2524
Maximum Attendance 50

PORT MACQUARIE
HASTINGS COUNCIL
Douglas Vale Homestead & Vineyard
- Restoration
Oxley Highway (between Widderson Street and Findlay Avenue)
Tour this property c 1862 which, until the early 1990s, had been in continuous ownership of family descendants. The property, currently being restored, became known for its significant grape and wine production between 1867-1918, receiving several prizes from exhibitions around the world.
21-27 & 29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$2.00 Adult, $1.00 Child, $5.00 Family
6583 3904

Federation Memorabilia Display
Port Macquarie Historical Museum
22 Clarence Street
View a special display on the period of Federation.
21-29 April, 9.30am-4.30pm
(1.00-4.00pm Anzac Day & Sundays)
$5.00 Adult, $2.00 Child, $10.00 Family,
$3.00 Concession
6583 1108

Maritime Exhibits
Maritime Museum (ocean end), William
Street
View extensive maritime history exhibits in the former pilot station precinct c1862. Trace the history of this once busy seaport.
2 1-29 April (excl. Anzac Day & Sundays)
1 1.00am-3.00pm
$2.00
6583 8166

Centenary of Federation Exhibition
Former Courthouse,
cnr Clarence and Hay Streets
View a mural painted by Port Macquarie Primary School students explaining the colonial settlement, a subsequent development of Port Macquarie, plus posters and other information that highlight 100 years of Federation. A display depicting hopes for reconciliation and the possibility of a future republic will also be on show.
21-29 April (excl. Anzac Day)
10.00am-4.00pm
$2.00 Adult, $1.00 Pensioner,
50c child over 12
6584 1818

Lake Innes House - Ruins Tour
Innes Ruins Car Park - end of Ruins Way
Travel back in imagination to colonial times while touring the extensive ruins of Major Archibald Clunes Innes' mansion by the lake. Hear how the ruins c1831-48 are slowly revealing their secrets through archaeological excavation.
21 April, 9.00am & 1.00pm
$13.20 Adult, $5.50 Child
1800 025 935 or 6581 8000

Organ Recital
St. Thomas ' Church, Hay Street
Listen to an organ recital on the 1856 Walker Organ, the only one of its kind in the southern hemisphere.
23 April, 2.00pm-3.00pm
Gold coin donation
6584 1033

Photographic Display -
'History of the Hastings'
Hamilton School House,
198 Hastings River Drive
View an exhibition of historic local photographs from the acclaimed 'Thomas Dick' Birpai Tribe Aboriginal Life series (c 1890) as well as early photographs of convict settlement and scenery.
23 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
Gold coin donation
6582 0694

Convict Cellar Tour
St Thomas ' Church, Hay Street
Beneath the former surgeon's residence ci 822 lies this cellar which was used as servant's quarters. View two good sized rooms complete with fireplaces and a baker's oven.
23 April, 3.00pm-4.00pm
Gold coin donation
6584 1033

Boat Building and Repair
Hibbard Slipway, Boundary Street
See how the ancient art of boat building and repair is alive and well.
24 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
6583 8166

MV Wentworth River Cruises
Pilot's boat shed (river end), Clarence Street
Come aboard this former port vessel that saw service at Port Kembla, Botany Bay and Sydney Harbour. Now over 50 years old, she exudes history. Hear her story and more as you cruise the Hastings River.
24 April, 11.00am-3.00pm
Gold coin donation
6583 1866

Graves Walk at Hibbard
Historic Hibbard Slipway, Boundary Street
An informal guided tour of the historic graves, slipway and river. Listen to the stories of some of those buried in one of the oldest private cemeteries in the Hastings area.
24 April, 10.00am & 2.00pm
Gold coin donation
6583 8166

Embroidered History Panels
Senior Citizens Centre, Munster Street
View this exceptional multipanel display of embroidery depicting the history of the Hastings region, which is situated on NSW's mid-north coast. The panel depicts convict settlement through to the present.
26 April, 9.00am-12.00 noon
Gold coin donation - includes morning tea
6583 2705 or 6583 4086

Trace Your Family History
Port Macquarie Library, cnr Gordon and
Grant Streets
The Port Macquarie & District Family History Society Inc. is hosting this workshop that will provide information and offer advice on tracing your family history. Tips on using the internet, microfiche and other resources will feature in the session.
26 April, 9.30am-12.30pm
Gold coin donation
6582 3005
Maximum Attendance 50

Historic Cemetery Tour
Cnr Gordon and Horton Streets
Enjoy this guided walk through the cemetery where nearly 1500 soldiers, convicts and settlers were buried, the first taking place in 1824. Noted persons interred are John Vereh (colonial architect) and Rev. John Cross (colonial chaplain).
27 April, 10.30am-12.00 noon
Gold coin donation
6583 1108

Choral Concert
Wesleyan Chapel, Horton Street
Listen to the outstanding Hastings Choristers who will perform a selection of musical numbers for your enjoyment.
27 April, 2.00pm-3.00pm
$2.00
6583 8964
Maximum Attendance 80

Federation Comes to Port Macquarie
- Lecture
Meeting Room - Port Mac quarie Historical
Museum, 22 Clarence Street
Historical background of Port Macquarie featuring an understanding of Federation as seen by locals, climaxing in the great 1898 Barton political battle in the HastingsMacleay. A book titled Federation Comes to Port Macquarie will be available for sale.
27 April, 10.00am-11.00am
Gold coin donation
6583 1108

Pioneer Skills Day
Douglas Vale Homestead and Vineyard,
Oxley Highway (between Widderson Street
and Findlay Avenue)
View a display of vintage machinery, arts and crafts, and participate in old fashioned children's games. Enjoy a camp oven damper and barbecue lunch.
28 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$2.00 Adult, $1.00 Child, $5.00 Family
6583 3904

MV Wentworth River Cruises -
A Display of Other Vessels
Pilot's Boatshed (river end), Clarence Street
Cruise along the river and hear about the early maritime history of the Hastings and the life of the MV Wentworth. Also view Port Macquarie 's scout 'GIG' (Anzac), the historic trawler XLCR and the MV Goniemah.
29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
Gold coin donation
6583 1866

FRIENDS OF ROTO
Our Kids - Our Past, Our Present,
Our Future
Roto House, off Lord Street
A family fun day with vintage car display, children's rides and activities, sausage-sizzle and lots more. A celebration of our heritage.
29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
Gold coin donation
6584 2180

QUEANBEYAN
QUEANBEYAN CITY COUNCIL
Queanbeyan's Contribution to the
Development of the National Capital
Tourist Office, 1 Farrer Place
Photographic display showing the City of Queanbeyan 's close relationship and contribution to the development of the national capital.
23-27 April, 9.00am-5.00pm

RICHMOND
RICHMOND LITERARY INSTITUTE
Inspection of School of Arts
Complex
Richmond School ofArts,
cnr Morch and West Market Street
Guided inspection of building and an opportunity to examine some of the Institute's archives. This School of Arts, opened by Sir Henry Parkes, has been continuously open since 1866.
21-29 April
Bookings essential
4578 2110
25 per appointment

ST ANDREW'S HERITAGE GROUP
St Andrew's Uniting Church - Open
Day
West Market Street
Visit heritage in the Hawkesbury during our Centenary of Federation. Historic St Andrew's Uniting Church, Richmond built in 1845, will host an open day. Morning tea or lunch will be available.
27 April, 9.00am-5.00pm
Gold coin donation
4578 6015

RIVERINA
NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
WITH STATE RECORDS AUTHORITY
OF NEW SOUTH WALES
Tour of the Murray Valley and the
Hay Plain Region
A joint speaking tour by the National Archives of Australia and State Records NSW to regional centres in the Murray Valley and the Hay Plain, including Albury, Deniliquin and Hay. Seminars will focus on genealogical and local history holdings of both institutions and the ways in which the records can be accessed.
22-29 April
Contact organiser for information
on time and price
9645 0141

STANWELL PARK
FRIENDS OF HILLCREST
Hillcrest House - Open Day
Railway Crescent
Open for inspection, historic Hillcrest House, once owned by the Hargrave family. Talks given on the history of the house. Photo display, books, pictures etc. on sale. Devonshire teas available.
29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
4284 2453

TAMWORTH
TAMWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
Cemetery Walk
Main gate, Showground Road,
Tamworth Cemetery
Cemetery 'Walk Through' with Alan Cameron and Audria Rodgers who will take us back in time with stories of well-known former Tamworth residents.
21 April, 10.00am
Admission Free
Wear a hat/Aerogard
6760 7316

TAREE
MID NORTH COAST CHAPTER OF THE
ORGANISATION OF AUSTRALIA ASSOCIATION
Commemorative Church Service for
the Order of Australia Assoc.
The Garrison Church
of Saint John the Divine
Commemorative Church Service and lunch for the Order of Australia Association and recipients of honours under the Imperial Honours System. The official guest will be Lieutenant-General Peter Cosgrove AC, MC.
21 April, 10.30am Church Service,
12.30 lunch
Please contact organiser
for information on price
Recipients to wear medals and decorations
6552 2666
Maximum Attendance 100

MANNING REGIONAL ART
GALLERY/GREATER TAREE CITY COUNCIL
HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Celebrating Our Timber Heritage
Exhibition and Photography
Competition
Manning Regional Art Gallery,
12 Macquarie Street.
An exhibition of photographs, plans, furniture and historical artifacts depicting the Manning Valley's long association with timber. The entries in the 'Celebrating Our Timber Heritage Photography Competition' will also be on display.
26 April-late May, Wed-Sat 10.00am-4.00pm,
Sun 1.00pm-4.00pm
6551 0961

TEMORA
TEMORA SHIRE COUNCIL
Temora Walk
Meet at Paleface Park, cnr Hoskins Street
A 45-minute tour of the significant buildings and sites within the heart of Temora, including Hoskins Street, the Court House, Police Station and original department stores. The walk is run in conjunction with the museum display of heritage photographs and will highlight proposals to reinvigorate the commercial architecture of the main streets.
21-29 April, 10.00am & 12.30pm
Donations welcomed
Wear sensible walking shoes, a hat and
bring a camera
6977 1099
Maximum Attendance 12

One Woman, One Story
Airport Street, meet at Aviation Museum
To mark Federation year, Council will celebrate the life and times of a local woman born in 1901 and a current resident of the shire. Her story will be recorded and reported in serialised print for local residents to marvel at a long local life well lived.
21-29 April
For further information please
contact organiser
6977 1099

Business Temora Photographic
Competition
Temora Shire Council
The local business organisation, Business Temora supports, through the contribution of prizemonies, a photographic competition, based on the heritage of Temora. Competitors are to be shire residents and are divided into junior and senior categories for school age and above. Participants must select an archival photograph from a museum or private collection and shoot a related contemporary photograph. All entries are exhibited.
21-29 April, Awards 27 April, 7.00pm
Admission Free
Standard equipment
6977 1099
Maximum Attendance 100

Temora Aviation Museum
Airport Street
The new Aviation Museum will mount a special display to celebrate the fothcoming opening of this significant historic collection of aircraft. The display will include Temora 's contribution to World War II in the form of the No. 10 Elementary Flying Training School established on 1 May, 1941.
21-29 April, special event 25 April, 10.30am
Contact organiser for information on price
6977 1099
Maximum Attendance 50

The First Fifty Years of Temora,
a facsimile reprint
Book launch, storytelling and reading
Meeting place: Contact organisers
To mark Federation year, Temora Shire Council is assisting with the reprinting of the important local publication: The First Fifty Years of Temora.
21 April, 7.00pm
Admission Free
6977 1099

Cemetery Tour
Temora Cemetery Vesper Street
A guided tour of the local Victorian era cemetery, with a focus on significant sites, including the first mayor, infants lost in tragic circumstances, war service graves and the elaborate monuments. Information will be available for those interested in tracing forbears.
23 April, 11.00am
Admission Free
6977 1099
Maximum Attendance 50

Tour: Pardey's Flour Mill
Pardey 's Flour Mill,
meet at Polaris Street mill site
A 45-minute tour of this significant building and its industrial, agricultural and social history. The tour will be conducted by a knowledgeable local who was employed at the mill for more than 30 years. The tour is presented with the support of BFB Pty Ltd which is currently working with council to conserve the building. The tour accompanies a museum display of heritage photographs celebrating the contribution of agriculture to the shire.
24 April, 12.30pm
Donations welcomed
Wear a hat and sensible walking shoes
6977 1099
Maximum Attendance 12

THE OAKS
THE OAKS HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC.
Children of Federation - Exhibition
Wollondilly Heritage Centre, Edward Street
The exhibition explores the making of a uniquely Australian identity through education, religion and rituals in Wollondilly Shire. Special features of the exhibition include:
A One-Teacher - Bush Schoolroom
From Dags to Debs - The Debutante Ball
The Great Debate - Church v The State
29 April, 10.00am-4.00pm
$2.00
4657 1217 or 4657 1224

THIRROUL
THIRROUL RAILWAY INSTITUTE
PRESERVATION SOCIETY (TRIPS)
Heritage Festival. Dinner
Thirroul Railway Institute, Railway Parade
Federation Theme Dinner - guest speaker.
28 April, 7.00pm for 7.30pm
$25.00
Bookings essential
4267 2535
Maximum Attendance 70

TINGHA
WING HING LONG MUSEUM INC.
Half-day Tour to Wing Hing Long
Museum and Tingha
10 Ruby Street
Bus leaving Inverell Tourist Office,
Campbell Street
Bus from Inverell, tour includes museum visit, tour of Mringalli Market Gardens, Tingha sand dredge and washing plant, Belmont stone house ruins, Tingha 'swimming pool' in old tin workings, cemetery tour, Symes steam engines and town tour.
28-29 April, 5-6 May, 9.00am
$15.00
Wear sensible walking shoes
Inverell Tourist Office 6728 8161

TOCUMWAL
BERRIGAN SHIRE COUNCIL
Borders, Conflicts and Resolutions
Tocumwal Library, Deniliquin Street
This activity centres around a photographic exhibition which will be supported by documents. Most of the items in the exhibition will be early photographs depicting life in a border town prior to Federation.
21-29 April, Library opening hours
(exclude Mon/Wed)
(03) 5888 5100
Maximum Attendance 50

UNANDERRA
BERKELEY PIONEER CEMETERY
RESTORATION GROUP
Berkeley Pioneer Cemetery
Investigator Drive, meet at historic gates
at entrance
Take a guided tour of the Historic Berkeley Pioneer Cemetery. Tours take place every half hour.
22 April, 1.00pm-4.00pm
Admission Free
4271 1996

WINDSOR
HAWKESBURY MUSEUM OF LOCAL HISTORY
Display on the Federation Era
7 Thompson 's Square
Hawkesbury Museum of Local History in conjunction with Hawkesbury City Council Library will present a joint display on the Federation era in the Hawkesbury City Council Library during Heritage Festival.
21-29 April, Library opening hours
4577 2274

HAWKESBURY CITY COUNCIL LIBRARY
Heritage Festival Display
Windsor Central Library Dight Street
Historical display in conjunction Hawkesbury Museum.
21 April, extends to May
during Library opening hours
4560 4466

HAWKESBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Walking Tour of Federation Windsor
The tour will take approximately 2 hours and will include 12 sites. We will be invited into the delightful, colonial 'Crescentville' and walk in the gardens of historic 'Sunny Brae', both houses being connected with Windsor politicians at the time of Federation.
22 April, 10.00am
$5.00 Adult, $10.00 Family
4577 2310

WINGHAM
MANNING ETHNIC MUSIC GROUP
A Festival of Ethnic Music and Dance
Wingham Catholic Church
An afternoon featuring music and dance from local groups with ethnic backgrounds.
19 April, 2.00pm-4.30pm
Donations welcomed
6552 5142

WOMEN IN AGRICULTURE
Commemorating Pioneer Women in
Agriculture
Wingham Golf Club, Country Club Drive
Lunch and book reading. The mid-north coast Women in Agriculture Group is preparing an anthology of stories of pioneer women of the Manning Valley. Selections of the collected material will be read during the function, with topics including midwives, school teachers, wives, drovers and more.
23 April, 12.00 noon
A-la-carte meal
6553 4052

BOBIN, WHERROL FLAT & CAPARRA LAND
CARE GROUPS
Our Natural Heritage Field Day
Meeting place: Please contact organisers
Demonstration of land care projects in the sub-catchment of the Manning Valley, focussing on the importance of protecting our fresh waterways.
24 April, 9.30am-2.30pm
6550 5046

GREATER TAREE CITY COUNCIL
Timber Heritage Seminar
Wingham RSL Club, Bent Street
A seminar on the heritage significance of timber buildings in the Manning Valley. The seminar will focus on the development of timber dwellings as an interpretation of the architectural styles developed for stone and brick buildings. The seminar will also look at industrial use of timber, commercial and utilitarian uses and the decorative use. A photographic display of existing timber buildings and past timber streetscapes will also take place. The activity is sponsored by Greater Taree City Council and the Forest Products Association.
26 & 27 April,
registration from 8.30am on 26 April
$55.00 incl. meals
6591 3253
Maximum Attendance 100