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29th - 31st March 2002
BURKETOWN BARRAMUNDI WORLD FISHING
CHAMPIONSHIPS 2002
The Burketown Barramundi World Fishing Championships are held
Easter Weekend annually. On offer are cash and prizes with 20
various categories with the weekend being family orientated. Final
weigh in on Sunday at noon.
Dates Held: -
29 March 2002 to 31 March 2002
Venue: -
ALONG THE ALBERT RIVER
Burketown
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5th - 6th May 2002
GREGORY RIVER CANOE RACE 2002
One of the greatest canoe races in Australia. Competitors travel
from all over Australia to a little pub on one of the most
spectacular rivers in the outback. Past world champions have
attended the race in previous years.
Dates Held: -
5 May 2002 to 6 May 2002
Venue: -
GREGORY RIVER
Gregory Downs
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11th May 2002
CAIRNS TROPICAL GARDEN SHOW 2002
The Cairns Tropical Garden Show includes a Blitz Garden Arena
where gardens are built in 30 minutes. There will also be a major
flora & fauna exhibition. Website.
Dates Held:-
11 May 2002 to 12 May 2002
Venue:-
CAIRNS SHOWGROUNDS
Cairns
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15th May 2002
STARRY NIGHT CINEMA
Experience the magic of movies under balmy starlit nights. A
series of classic films will be screened during 2002 dry season
(May-November). Website
Dates Held:-
15 May 2002 to 6 November 2002
Venue:-
FLETCHER BOTANIC GARDENS
Cairns
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25th May 2002
DIMBULAH LIONS TOBACCO FESTIVAL 2002
Enjoy live entertainment, fireworks, children's rides, a licensed
bar and refreshments while viewing the many displays on tobacco
and machinery items.
A fun family day out and always enjoyed
by all who attend.
Dates Held:-
25 May 2002
Venue:-
DIMBULAH MEMORIAL HALL
Dimbulah
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2nd June 2002
WANGAN COUNTRY AND WESTERN FESTIVAL 2002
A country and western festival at Wangan, 3km south west of
Innisfail, is a great family afternoon with local artists from
Cairns to Townsville and the Tablelands. A barbecue, bar, tea and
coffee are available.
Dates Held:-
2 June 2002
Venue:-
SID GALIPO MEMORIAL HALL
Innisfail
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8th - 9th July 2002
ATHERTON TABLELAND AGRICULTURAL SHOW 2002
The Atherton Tableland Agricultural Show features
displays of local produce, animals, handicrafts, foods, rides and
'side show alley'.
Dates Held:-
8 July 2002 to 9 July 2002
Venue:-
ATHERTON SHOWGROUNDS
Atherton
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13th - 14th July 2002
MAREEBA ROTARY RODEO 2002
This event consists of live Rodeo action with a large
number of events such as camp drafting & bullriding. This is
great family entertainment with stalls , rides, activities, live
bands & cabaret. Camping available.
Dates Held:-
13 July 2002 to 14 July 2002
Venue:-
MAREEBA RODEO GROUNDS
Mareeba
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17th August 2002
MAREEBA MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 2002
A Grand Parade commences at 10am through the main streets
to Arnold Park where a full programme of entertainment includes
displays, dances and music, representing the cultures and cultural
groups in the area.
Dates Held:-
24 August 2002
Venue:-
ARNOLD PARK, WALSH STREET
Mareeba
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1st September 2002
LADY OF THE CHAIN 2002
This Italian tradition is held on the first Sunday in
September and begins by celebrating mass at 1430 hours, followed
by a street procession. Barbeque, refreshments and music leads up
to the fireworks at 1930 hours.
Dates Held:-
1 September 2002
Venue:-
CATHOLIC CHURCH
Mareeba
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20th September 2002
CROYDON PODDY DODGER'S MUSIC FESTIVAL 2002
The Croydon Poddy Dodgers Music Festival features night
rodeo, markets,
street parade, talent quest and main
concert on Saturday night with well
known Country Music artists.
Dates Held:-
20 Sept 2002 to 22 Sept 2002
Venue:-
Croydon
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5th - 14th October 2002
TORIMBA AND FESTIVAL OF THE FOREST 2002
Torimba Festival includes a procession, carnival mardi
gras night, Torimba Ball and crowning of Festival Queen on final
Saturday. Festivals Of The Forest is a woodwork exhibition on
display in the Festival Hall for a fortnight.
Dates Held:-
5 October 2002 to 19 October 2002
Venue:-
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Ravenshoe
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12th October 2002
HOOK, WINE AND SINKER SEAFOOD AND WINE FARE
2002
Watch the parade of boats, dine on choice seafood and
sample fine wines, all while relaxing to jazz and R&B.
Admission fee applies. Please visit their web site
Dates Held:-
12 October 2002\
Venue:-
FOGARTY FOUNTAIN PARK
Cairns
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12th - 19th October 2002
REEF FESTIVAL OF CAIRNS - FUN IN THE SUN 2002
During the second week of October every year, Cairns
celebrates its unique lifestyle with fireworks, parades, concerts
and beach parties. Visit their web site.
Dates Held:-
12 October 2002 to 19 October 2002
Venue:-
CAIRNS ESPLANDE
Cairns
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25th - 27th October 2002
WALKAMIN COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2002
The last weekend in October is always a great weekend,
with talent quests, country music, licenced bar, camping and
refreshments available. Live music all weekend and enjoyed by
young and old.
Dates Held:-
25 October 2002 to 27 October 2002
Venue:-
TO BE CONFIRMED
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