Time to Roam Magazine Issue 13 - February/March 2015 | Page 58

diversity of the nation’s migrants and their experiences, and looks at promotional campaigns which presented a Utopian view of Australia as a welcoming country full of opportunity. March 7-15 The Canberra Balloon Spectacular Each morning from 6am pilots begin inflating balloons on the lawns of Old Parliament House against the distinctive backdrop of Canberra’s landmark buildings and attractions. Events.act.gov.au/balloons Borella (front row, center) with fellow conscripts, 1915 ACT NT February 20- March 6 The Borella Ride, Stuart Highway In 1915, Albert Borella journeyed through 1000km of outback from Tennant Creek to Darwin to enlist in World War I. He fought at Gallipoli and the Western Front; was wounded, commissioned on the battlefield, and awarded the Victoria Cross. To mark the centenary, a team of riders will retrace Borella’s footsteps along the Stuart Highway with community events planned along the way. Theborellaride.com.au Daily -10am-5pm Australia in the Great War, Australian War Memorial The Australian War Memorial presents the story of Australia in the First World War chronologically, covering all major theatres of operations. The First World War Galleries integrate a wide variety of items from this collection, including dioramas, art works, uniforms, medals and technology such as artillery and firearms, films letters and diaries. Awm.gov.au Until March 9 A Ticket to Paradise, National Archives of Australia An exhibition delving into the rich TAS February 27 – March 1 National Historic Machinery Association Rally, Carrick The rally presents a display of vintage tractors, steam engines, rare old petrol and diesel engines, along with vintage cars, trucks and motorbikes. There will also be working demonstrations of bullocks and timber cutting. Nhma15.com March 1-31 Devonport Food and Wine Festival Cooking classes, cook-offs, exotic BBqs, family picnics, wine and beer tastings and indulgent long lunches in vineyards. Facebook.com/ devonportfoodandwinefestival March 20-29 Tasmanian International Arts Festival Every two years Tasmania comes together to celebrate the best in local arts and culture including music, caberet dance and comedy, right across the island state. Tendays.org.au SA February 28- March 16 Adelaide Festival One of the world’s greatest art events, the Adelaide Festival provides its audience with an extraordinary mix of international theatre productions, musicians, outstanding dance pieces and breathtaking art displays. adelaidefestival.com.au March 1-2 Fork and Cork, Mount Gambier A festival fuelled with flavours where guests can be engaged in hands-on workshops with local chefs. Come along to celebrate the diversity of the regions delicious delights. forkandcork.com.au April 11-12 Coonawarra After Dark Weekend Experience all the thrills, excitement and the lights of vintage as wineries open their doors to visitors at the peak of the grape harvest. coonawarra.org TIME TO ROAM AUSTRALIA SUBSCRIBE NOW Yes, I would like to subscribe to Time to Roam Australia magazine Please send me Six bi-monthly editions for $42.50 inc GST (delivery within Australia) Please charge my: Visa Mastercard Total amount $ Name Address State Postcode Cardholders Name: Telephone Card No. My cheque/money order for $ is enclosed payable to Time to Roam Australia Pty Ltd. Expiry: / CVC To receive T2R’s monthly email news letter please provide your email: Signature Email Also order through email [email protected] and pay via EFT. Account: Time to Roam Australia PTY LTD BSB: 0622 00 Account: 1034 0230 Or send a cheque/money order to: Time to Roam Australia PO Box 999 Lismore NSW 2480 58 timetoroam.com.au For back issues call or email [email protected] | Ph 02 6621 2463