Events September 2009

Events January 2010

The Fremantle Village Art Market is an eclectic and effervescent mix of stallholders, entertainers, workshops and crafts in Kings Square. The Market boasts a vibrant mix of stalls offering locally designed and made products, home-wares, clothing, natural therapies, collectables as well as delicious specialty foods.

Held every Wednesday of the month at Mojos. Supporting Blues and Roots music in Western Australia. Great Music Great People.

Clare Davies’ magical room drifts between abstraction and figuration, enticing viewers into a scaled-up, three dimensional installation which emanates from a strange, small drawing.

Guy Benfield presents a chaotic frontier pottery shop in celebration of the suburban and bohemian aspirations of the 1970s.

More than a record of the demise of a theme park, Spiers expresses his disquiet about the insertion of fantastical Western European architectural vistas into this suburban bushland.

Datadrum v.2.04 is an interactive video installation in which the transmission of sound is visualised as it travels across a model city.

Events February 2010

Our Opening Hours are as follows:

SUMMER TRADING HOURS
The Yard
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm
The Hall
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm (1 October - 30 April)

WINTER TRADING HOURS
The Yard
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm
The Hall
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm (1 May - 30 September)

This exhibition of artwork is the result of a project initiated as a memorial to the 1834 Pinjarra Massacre. Through research over many years, extensive information has been accumulated about the massacre of the Bindjareb Nyungars at the hands of a group led by Governor James Stirling in October 1834 in the small WA town of Pinjarra. This subject has been the most significant issue in the town for many years and through the research, continued observance of a memorial day and grass roots development ideas, this project concept emerged.

Held every Wednesday of the month at Mojos. Supporting Blues and Roots music in Western Australia. Great Music Great People.

In Gallery2, paintings and limited edition prints by north Queensland artist Lisa Michl Ko-manggén are on show. The artist’s family connections run through her mother and grandmother’s side to the Kokoberrin language group on the central west coast of Cape York Peninsula, and Lisa’s bold designs in earth tones of red, yellow, black, white and blue are inspired by traditional Kokoberrin stories. These large, contemporary canvases have met with resounding success. This is the artist’s second exhibition at Japingka Gallery.

Japingka features the fine work of Warlpiri artist Alma Nungarrayi Granites in her magnificent series of Star Dreaming paintings. While most Aboriginal art looks down onto the land from an aerial perspective, Granites is one of the few Indigenous artists to look up into space, through the clarity of the desert air, and paint the constellations.............

Events March 2010

Five twist-in-the-tail short plays for two women all set on a seaside promenade that are by turns both funny and poignant. In 'Shoppers', two well to do shopaholics have a surprising secret. 'Early Bright' is a heartbreaking exploration of a doomed mother daughter relationship. 'Dancers' wittily dissects the tea dancing world of two skittish widows. In 'Late Frost', a woman finds out her best friend has an affair with her late husband. 'Doggies' is a hilarious tale about two dog owners.

Aurora is a cruise ship with a classic British design from P & O Liners.

Featuring:Natalie Gillespie, guest vocalist, Callum Moncrieff, percussionist With a progressive approach to music making, fused have established their position within the musical landscape as a truly hybrid ensemble. Drawing influence from a myriad of musical genres and styles, fused are also inspired by working with guest artists and in 2010 welcome vocalist Natalie Gillespie and percussionist Callum Moncrieff for an evening of innovation and collaboration.

Balmoral is a cruise ship owned and operated by Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.

Lulo Reinhardt: From Germany “One of Europe’s finest Gypsy Guitarists from one of the most famous Gypsy families..” Grand-nephew of Jazz legend Django Reinhardt, nephew of the Gypsy violin master Shnuckenack Reinhardt and from a traditionally long line of musicians Lulo represents one of the most unique voices in Gypsy-Jazz music today. Lulo’s Latin-Swing Project combines pure Gypsy-Swing with elements of Latin music such as flamenco, tango and bossa nova.

Elvis is back!!!!Full bar facilities available. BYO nibbles.

Since its introduction in the summer of 2003, the Araluen’s Chilli Festival has firmly established itself as one of Perth’s major cultural events. It has strong community involvement, celebrates the unique culinary and cultural aspects of chillies and features a diverse range of stallholders and entertainment that promotes an appreciation of healthy living and culture. These qualities are recognized by the principal naming-rights sponsor, Healthway, for the promotion of its “Go for 2 & 5” health message. The Chilli Festival was a Gold medal winner in 2007 and a 2008 finalist in the WA Tourism Awards (Festival & Events).

There’ll also be vibrant music a carnival atmosphere and celebrity chef demonstrations.

Having just completed a standout performance at the Days Like These Festival in Sydney, New Zealand reggae-soul heavyweights The Black Seeds announce a 5-show Australian tour this March, 2010. Their first full Australian tour since 2008, The Black Seeds have been well and truly spreading their unique brand of reggae around the globe in recent years with numerous European festival tours, and the successful North American release of Solid Ground last year with top U.S label Easy Star Records, supported by a 12-show tour.

Directed by internationally acclaimed Stuart Maunder, this rollicking fun-filled concert presented by the WAAPA classical vocal students will include favourite choruses and ensembles from the best of Gilbert and Sullivan and fabulous pot-boilers from the best-loved and famous operas and operettas.

This exciting percussion and dance ensemble present a high-energy and dynamic performance featuring drumming, dance, percussion and soaring vocal harmonies. Wala means 'life' in the local language of their home town of Accra. Surrounded by about twenty drums played with hands, feet and sticks, Wala bring their instruments to life as they share a love of fusion of traditional Ghanaian music and dance.

Classic International Cruises. With a handsome profile and a traditional walk around promenade deck, Athena is a medium to small sized cruise ship by today’s standards carrying about 550 passengers and offering a wide selection of well appointed public lounges and comfortable cabin accommodation spanning eight passenger decks serviced by two lifts

Enjoy the sea views as you sit back on the green grass, under the shady trees and enjoy this free family community event. Presenting Australia’s finest blues and roots musicians, including the Australian Blues Brothers Show.... Approx 35 minute drive from Fremantle.

Kemia (Alchemy) Ensemble presents an enchanting evening of Persian Classical Music. Iran has one of the most ancient and sophisticated cultures in the world. Its classical music, closely linked to a long and rich tradition of poetry has been developed over thousands of years. Through their performance, Kemia Ensemble hope to raise awareness of current events in modern Iran.

Queen Mary 2, from the Cunard Line is the most magnificent ocean liner ever built. Her every detail harkens to the Golden Age of Ocean Travel, while providing one of the most modern travel experiences on earth. Visitng Fremantle as part of a 94 day Wrold Cruise departing from Southampton The ship will berth around 8am and leave between 5 - 6pm, to continue on her third world voyage bound for Mauritius.

Featuring the brilliant Dutch violinist Rudolf Koelman and the Fremantle Chamber Orchestra. Rudolph Koelman performs with the Fremantle Chamber Orchestra for the fifth time - his long friendship with Hans Hug, founder of the orchestra, is one reason for his visits to Fremantle.

Cruise ship in port.

The lecture series will cover the stories of our State's maritime endeavours contained within the galleries. Topic: The Great Australian Coastal Liners 1900 - 1965. A lecture by Peter Plowman, Author and Lecturer.

A fundraising dinner in support of Oxfam. Followed by a brief talk on son of Oxfam projects in Mozambique and Zimbabwe.

MS Albatros is a cruise ship, operated by the Germany-based travel agency Phoenix Reisen. She was built in 1973 by Wärtsilä Helsinki New Shipyard, Finland for Royal Viking Line as Royal Viking Sea, and has also sailed under the names Royal Odyssey, Norwegian Star, Crown and Crown Mare Nostrum.

For a full list of planned activities and exhibitors please visit the Perth Caravan and Camping website. http://www.caravanandcampingshow.com.au/

In A Fiddler's Tale Wynton Marsalis responds to Stravinsky’s famous A Soldier’s Tale by way of twentieth century music, including but not limited to jazz.

Master Art Glass Craftsman, Kim Fitzpatrick will talk about his work. Kim Fitzpatrick combines traditional design, artistic glass painting and manufacture techniques with the latest technology, building a strong local, national and international reputation for quality, design and technical work. See his website at http://www.traditionstainedglass.com.au/contact.php

After touring the US in 2009 with Ringo Starr’s All Starr Band, followed by extensive solo touring to launch his new album ‘American Sunshine’, Colin Hay is returning to Australia in 2010. As frontman and principle songwriter for eighties hit machine Men at Work, Colin Hay is responsible for one of the most identifiable sounds in pop music: infectious, Caribbean-spiked blue-eyed soul with a pointedly quizzical lyrical outlook. Classic songs like "Down Under," "Overkill," and "Who Can It Be Now" unfold before the ears like miniature movies, with timeless twists and a bittersweet sense of humour.

Keep your St Patrick's Day glow with a feast of authentic traditional Irish jigs, reels, airs and songs performed on fiddle, flute, guitar and bouzouki by Tangled Reel - featuring Donough O'Donovan, Steve Barnes and Stuart Paterson with vocals and bodhran from Ros Barnes. Westwood have performed for many years in the Australian folk and classical music scene. A stirring alternative to green beer!

Defying Gravity / Rhythm under the Stars! Defying Gravity creates a moonlight blend of sparkling rhythms and seductive melodies using an astonishing array of percussion instruments from around the globe.

A biennial international festival of photography lasting a full month to showcase the work of photographers, to generate an awareness of and a discussion about their work, and to create a forum for the exploration of ideas and issues relating to the practice and art of photography

 The Screaming Jets is a hard rock band from Newcastle, Australia that was inspired by the likes of AC/DC, Dirty Deeds and KISS.

Open Day with Special Guests – Catherine Bateson and Brian Simmonds together with other local writers and illustrators who will be available to sign copies of their books purchased at the Centre A chance to view the exhibitions of: Fox and Fine Feathers - Narelle Oliver

The fourth annual Music to Open Your Mind is a free family concert and market day, with live music from local bands, market and food stalls children's activities and stalls providing information on mental health issues and services.

For lovers of classical music, the Basilica of St Patrick will once again be filled with the splendid sounds of melody, celebrating the remarkable Pipe Organ Plus 10th Anniversary Concert Season, with acclaimed organist, Dominic Perissinotto continuing to impress audiences on WA?s largest and grandest pipe organ. The unique element of PIPE ORGAN PLUS has always been the superb quality and range of musicians with whom Dominic showcases the versatility of the organ as an ensemble instrument. In 2010, Dominic presents an outstanding programme that effortlessly transverses a broad musical landscape, from magnificent classics to the premiere of a new work by renowned Australian composer Brenton Broadstock. Be swept away as the Giovanni Consort and Dominic Perissinotto present RESURRECTION, a musical reflection on the Christian journey from Lent to Easter, as well as intensely expressive organ music by Bach, Grigny and Tournemire. TICKETS: $30 Std $25 Concession $15 Student The duration of all concerts is two hours and includes delectable, COMPLEMENTARY refreshments at interval. Two subscription series are on offer. Tickets are available through BOCS Ticketing (08) 9484 1133 Toll Free 1800 193 300 www.bocsticketing.com.au and can also be purchased at the door, one hour prior to the concert. join us for a concert season of beloved favourites and emerging classics, which have been universally embraced by musicians and audiences alike.

Get in on the action and excitement as top internationally ranked polo players compete for the prestigious WA Open Trophy sponsored by Auto Classic BMW and We Trac.

There will be three matches played throughout the day,k the crowd will be invited onto the field for the tradional 'divot stomp' and food and drink will be available.

Bring something to sit on and settle in for the fast- paced excitement at King's Meadow Polo Field on Meadow Street in Guildford.

Join the Fremantle Symphony Orchestra for a twilight chamber music concert in the intimate accoustics of Foley Hall at Notre Dame University in Fremantle’s historic precinct. This short program features various combinations of the strings, wind and brass players of the orchestra performing separately as chamber ensembles. The program includes the wind ensemble playing the exquisite Serenades for Winds by Strauss and Dvorak and Holst’s St Paul’s Suite for strings. Also on the program are two of the most famous American orchestral works of the last century – Barber’s Adagio for Strings and Ives’ The Unanswered Question.

Can you imagine a more perfect place in the world for a boat show? A rich maritime history, a deep water harbour, boardwalks, seafood restaurants and the smell of the ocean in the air. Fremantle, it’s absolutely perfect.

For three days commencing Friday 26 March 2010, Fishing Boat Harbour will be packed with up to 100 luxury motorboats and yachts valued at more than AUD100 million dollars as Fremantle celebrates its third annual ‘big boat’ show.

Just metres away on Esplanade Reserve Park there’s everything from fishing tackle and equipment to a large range of trailer boats, including a special display of Western Australian designed and built boats. There’s boating equipment, outboard motors, diving and snorkelling gear, kayaks, fishing tackle and trailer boats in every price range and much more.

Make a day of it, bring the family and soak up everything that Fremantle is famous for.

Check out the action as Vintage sports cars race around the streets of Northam. Also there is a Family Fun Day in the Avon mall with activities and entertainment for all the family.

Approx 115 kms from Fremantle to Northam

Visit the website now for your chance to ride your bicycle on a closed freeway. The HBF Freeway Bike Hike for Asthma is an annual fundraiser for the Asthma Foundation of Western Australia....

Events April 2010

The Air Race will be held in Perth for the fourth time, with the action taking place over the Swan River on the doorstep of this beautiful city.

The Red Bull Air Race World Championship features the world’s best pilots in a motorsport competition based on speed, precision and skill. Using the fastest, most maneuverable and lightweight racing planes, pilots fly through a low-level aerial slalom track at speeds reaching 370 km/hr, while withstanding forces of up to 12 G.

With spectacular backdrops and jaw-dropping flying spectators are guaranteed to witness one of the most innovative and exciting motorsport competitions around today.

Exciting water-based and aerial activities will form the Pre-show and Side Acts to complement the Air Race program.

PRELIMINARY RACE SCHEDULE

(subject to change)

Qualifying, 17 April 2010
11.00 - Doors open, grandstand
13:00 - Pre-show, side acts
14:00 - RACE STARTS!
14:00 - 1st qualifying session
15:00 - 2nd qualifying session
16:00 - Results, summary, interviews, highlights of the day
17:30 - Doors close

Race Day, 18 April 2010
11:00 - Doors open, grandstand
12:00 - Pre-show, side acts
13:00 - RACE STARTS!
13:00 - Wild Card session
14:00 - Top 12 primary round session
14:30 - Super Eights
15:15 - Final 4
16:00 - Award ceremony
16:15 - Results, summary, interviews,
highlights of the day
18:00 - Doors close

The Fremantle Memorial Dawn Service commences at 5.30am at Monument Hill on Anzac Day. The Service is coordinated by the City of Fremantle with assistance from the Monument Hill Memorial Wardens.

The Anzac Day Parade through the streets of Fremantle is coordinated by the City of Fremantle with the support of the RSL of Australia WA Branch.
Assembly from 9.45am to step off at 10.15am, the Parade will start at the Esplanade Reserve and travel through the main streets of Fremantle, along the Cappuccino Strip where a salute will be taken before returning to the Esplanade Reserve for a brief closing ceremony.

The Sir Hughie Edwards Anzac Day Derby service will be starting at 1.15pm with game kickoff at 1.30pm. This will be a commemorative game between South Fremantle and East Fremantle football clubs. Full fee paying adults will be charged $12 for entry and concession card holders will be charged $9. Children under 15 are free.
Anyone wearing a military uniform or medals will be permitted free entry into the game. Digger’s ticket available for $10 to ex-servicemen through South Fremantle Football Club on 9335 1555. The Digger’s ticket provides you with entry, pie with gravy and chips along with a middy of beer.
A Morning Tea will be served just outside the Town Hall between 9am - 2pm from Cafe2U mobile van.

There is free public transport for anyone wearing military uniform or medals traveling toan Anzac Service, Parade or Sir Hughie Edwards Anzac Day Game. The CAT bus sill be ruinning form 10am.

Events May 2010

Have you ever wondered what archaeologists do, particularly in Western Australia? Many people when they think of archaeology think of the Pyramids or Indiana Jones. Few are aware of the fascinating archaeology that can be found in their own town or suburb with amazing history located right under their feet....

When you walk through Fremantle you will be strolling amongst some of the finest examples of 19th Century British Port heritage buildings in Australia. Fremantle has retained many of its original buildings. Many have been renovated and refurbished to their original grandeur. The City of Fremantle is committed to preserving its heritage and celebrates annually.

During the Fremantle Heritage Festival the city comes alive with music, events, workshops, tours, activities and awards that showcase the City’s diverse cultural, social, natural and built heritage. 

The 2010 program is currently under development and will be available mid April. 

Events June 2010

The 2010 Bundaberg Rum Rugby Series Test Match will see the Qantas Wallabies match up against some of the world’s best rugby nations over six matches in Australia....

The National Careers and Employment Expo is Australia's largest national careers and employment event. The expo has been the leading platform for organisations to present real jobs, career pathways and further education opportunities to thousands of Australians....

Events August 2010

Bernard park comes alive for the Avon River Festival starting from 5pm Friday August 6th. There is fun for all the family with stalls, rides. sideshow alley, and spectecular Fireworks!

• Be at Bernard Park (Northam) from 07.30am for the start of the largest white water race in the world, the Avon Descent. Powerboats & paddlers take on the challenge to complete 133km of the Avon River from Northam to Toodyay, and even on to Perth
• Enjoy the International Food Festival on the banks of the Avon River in Toodyay. Catch the action on the river and be entertained.

The  Avon Descent presents a serious challenge and is a prized trophy to those who have been victorious. Participants challenge the Avon and Swan Rivers in a variety of paddle and power craft in an exciting two-day time trial over 133 gruelling kilometres. The Avon Descent offers competitors conditions ranging from long stretches of flat water that can test the endurance of the fittest athlete through to rapids, sure to test the skills of all who attempt to navigate their unknown contours.

The Avon Descent passes through some of Western Australia’s most picturesque country, including the farming regions of historic Northam and Toodyay, forested national parks, steep gorges, the Swan Valley vineyard region and eventually the tidal waters of the upper Swan River.

The 2010 Rebel Sport City to Surf for Activ will be held on Sunday 29th August 2010 and will incorporate six events taking participants on a journey from the City of Perth to City Beach, one of Australia’s most spectacular beaches. Over 40,000 participants are expected to take part across all events making the Carnival the second largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere and the largest community sporting event in Western Australia....

Events September 2010

The annual Kings Park Festival has blossomed into a month long celebration that includes an intensive program of events throughout wildflower September. Famous for the colourful displays of native wildflowers throughout the Botanic Garden, the festival also provides a delightful range of community activities to suit all ages and interests. Choose from a variety of gardening and art workshops, take a guided wildflower and bird walk, ‘meet an artist’ at the Aspects of Kings Park retail gallery, enjoy free live musical and theatrical entertainment in the Botanic Garden, take a stroll through the Wildflower Marketplace and much, much more.

Since it’s inception in 1965, the Kings Park Festival has grown to become a highly anticipated and celebrated event in Western Australia, showcasing the very best in native flora and providing family friendly entertainment to the local community.

Perth, Western Australia will be awash with fashion fever as the annual Perth Fashion Festival comes to life for 2010....

Named a State icon in 2004, the Perth Royal Show is a unique event in Western Australia attracting hundreds of thousands of people over eight exciting days. Fresh, healthy food, shearing and wool spinning, pat a pig, taste blueberries, send a morse code, find out what a Quondong and feed baby goats at the Baby Animal Nursery. There are new rides and showbags as well as all the old favourites including wood chopping, show jumping, sheep shearing, sheep dog trials, dog obedience, district displays, amazing wedding cakes and creative crafts.

Disabled access is available to 95 per cent of the facilities on the show grounds, although some of the older buildings do not have lifts or ramps. Disabled patrons can park in ACROD parking bays outside the grounds. Cross walks with attendants are provided to ensure disabled parons can cross the roads safely. Additional toilets are available for the disabled, with change room facilities.

Children Catered For The Perth Royal Show offers children numerous things to do including rides, showbags, face painting and entertainment auch as fireworks and much much more. You can pat a pig, feed lambs and kid goats, learn about animal care, climb the climbing wall and eat all kinds of glorious food.

Events October 2010

Events November 2010

Events December 2011

The 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships will bring together the ten Olympic sailing events and is provisionally scheduled for December 2011. The championships are expected to attract well over a thousand of the world’s best sailors to Perth and be the principle qualification regatta for the 2012 Olympic Sailing Competition.

ISAF President Göran Petersson said: “Perth is a fantastic and proven sailing venue which will provide Olympic sailing with an exceptional and unique arena. ISAF is looking forward to working with the management team at the Western Australia 2011 Organizing Committee.”