Time to Roam Magazine Issue 11 - October/November 2014 | Page 56

NSW October 1-31 Warrumbungle Festival of the Stars - Coonabarabran Celebrating this region’s passion for astronomy and arts. Includes the Warrumbungle Arts Expo, the Coonabarabran Cup, Open Day at Siding Spring Observatory and more. warrumbungleregion.com.au October 1-31 Taste Riverina Food Festival The month-long event includes agricultural tours, cooking classes, food treks, dinners, cafe specials, recipe competitions, local festivals, degustation menus, picnics and live music. Tasteriverina.com.au October 11-12 Five Rivers Outback Festival Balranald is a unique place surrounded by the wonders of the Murrumbidgee, Murray, Lachlan, Wakool and Edwards rivers. Come and discover its hidden treasures in a fun packed two days. 5riversoutbackfestival.com.au October 12-25 Griffith Citrus Sculpture display Griffith comes alive with an amazing display of around 60 larger than life 3D Citrus Sculptures lining the main street for two weeks. 56 timetoroam.com.au October 17-November 2 Orange Wine Festival Experience the region’s rich and diverse wine and food culture and meet the interesting and talented people who make it happen. tasteorange.com.au amphitheatre at the National Arboretum. This year’s concert features Latvian soprano Inessa Galante, Australian Baritone Peter Coleman-Wright and New Zealand Tenor Simon O’Neill. voicesintheforest.com October 20-26 Slim Dusty Country Music Memories Week Celebrating the great man and his musical heritage in his hometown. Family members Anne Kirkpatrick and David Kirkpatrick head up the star cast as usual along with other big name guests including Ray and Tania Kernaghan. Slimdustycentre.com.au Until December 31 National Capital Exhibition daily tour This brief guided tour will introduce you to the story of Canberra - from pre-history, Federation and the development of a fully planned city through to the future. 
Why are there so many roundabouts and no skyscrapers? Nationalcapital.gov.au ACT October 17-19 Latin Dance Festival The festival brings together leading international, national and local talent to perform, teach and celebrate the Latin dance phenomenon. There are three nights of breathtaking performances and amazing dance parties. Canberralatindancefestival.com November 30 Voices in the Forest A spectacular outdoor operatic concert held in the natural VIC October 18 Tastes of Goulburn – Seymour The festival allows regional winemakers, restaurateurs and producers to showcase their finest produce, with great music from a variety of bands and performers. Includes entertainment for the kids. A day not to be missed. 

The festival features local produce, gourmet foods and train rides by Seymour Railway Heritage Centre. Tastesofthegoulburn.org.au October 31 – November 3 Mildura Jazz, Food and Wine Festival Soak in the ambiance of one of Mildura’s paddle steamers, riverside wineries and parks, while taking in the gourmet food and locally produced wine. The Festival incorporates ticketed and free events and provides a non-stop program catering to a broad range of music tastes within the 34-year Jazz tradition. November 1-2 2014 Toast to the Coast More than 30 wineries across the Geelong region celebrate in style as they ‘Toast’ the 13 Year Anniversary of this major annual festival. Toasttothecoast.com.au TAS October 25 Garden Spectacular at Highfield - Stanley The event will take place amidst the stunning grounds of historic Highfield House in Stanley.

 Four local chefs will be cooking specialities in a wood fired oven throughout the day. [email protected]