Outback Festival Program

www.outbackfestival.com.au

G’DAY AND WELCOME You’re invited to live the outback experience with 5 days of action packed events and entertainment here in Winton, Australia’s dinosaur capital and home of Waltzing Matilda.

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They say out of adversity comes creativity and that’s exactly what happened when a group of Winton locals back in 1971 came up with the idea for a festival to attract visitors to town following some pretty dire drought conditions.

Now billed as one of the world’s quirkiest festivals, visitors come from all over Australia and overseas to join in on the action, experience true outback hospitality and to witness the famous Quilton Australian Dunny Derby.

Enjoy! ... and thanks very much for coming.

Outback Festival Committee

MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER FOR TOURISM, MAJOR EVENTS AND SMALL BUSINESS The Hon Kate Jones MP Welcome to the Outback Festival – another great outback experience on Queensland’s vibrant events calendar.

The Palaszczuk Government is proud to support this event through Tourism and Events Queensland, recognising the importance of events tourism in driving visitation to Queensland’s regional areas.

Events like this are not only a great source of community pride, they also support local jobs and bring social and economic benefits to the community.

The Outback Festival celebrates the best of Queensland and promises an iconic experience for visitors.

I would like to congratulate the event organisers, volunteers, and local community for their efforts in delivering another great event for Queensland.

The Hon Kate Jones MP Minister for Tourism, Major Events and Small Business

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The famous and the magical Quilton Australian Dunny Derby...........................................................................03 Sunset Extravaganza Charity Dinner..................................................................04

The challenging and the quirky…..

Outback Ironman and Ironwoman......................................................................05 Masters of the Outback...............................................................................................05 Outback Century Cycle................................................................................................06 Outback Iron juniors......................................................................................................06 True Blue Aussie Sports, Bushman’s Egg Throwing, Wool Bale Rolling.............................................................................................................07

Something for all the family Outback Friday Spectacular......................................................................................08 Little Swaggies, Wobble Board Painting, Teddy Bear Picnic.............................................................................................................09 Family Wet & Wild BBQ & Entertainment......................................................... 10

Demos, shows and workshops Whip Cracking, Strongman Challenges, ...........................................................11 Bush Poet’s Breakfasts.................................................................................................. 12

Live bands & performers Full lineup of bands and performers.......................................................... 13-16

Street entertainment & parades 100 years of ANZAC Parade & Aerobatic display by RAAF Roulettes......................................................................................... 16 Golden Casket Grand Parade................................................................................... 16

Meet the locals Truckies Reunion & Pioneers Afternoon Tea.................................................. 17 Qantilda Museum............................................................................................................ 17

Go exploring Winton through the Lens – Photographic Tag-a-long tour................................................................................ 18 Take a day tour with Red Dirt Tours..................................................................... 18

Stay a while Accommodation & packages..................................................................................20 Getting to Winton........................................................................................................... 21

Daily Program at a glance.............................................................22-23 Our 2015 Sponsors..................................................................................................24-25

The 2015 Outback Festival would not be possible without the support, assistance, and generosity received from the business houses, graziers, individual sporting bodies, local committees and Volunteers. It would take more than a drought to stop our Festival but it might cause some alteration to the program. The Outback Festival Committee appreciates the support given by the WORK Camp Winton.

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QUILTON AUSTRALIAN DUNNY DERBY

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Fun and mayhem racing the humble outhouse (or dunny).

The famous Australian Dunny Derby is Outback Queensland’s quirkiest. The hilarious Derby includes a competition for the fastest Dunny; the best presented team and Outhouse; and the Constipation Stakes (the best of the losers!).

The 200-metre Derby starts off Le Mans style with the jockey running to his thunderbox (seat) before the team pushes/pulls their Dunny through the ‘obstacles’ to the finish line. A 5-person team consists of 2 runners ‘pushing’ the Dunny, 2 runners ‘pulling’ the Dunny, 1 jockey riding on his thunderbox in the Dunny. Don’t miss the Mayoral Mayhem Challenge by Outback Mayors.

This event is a highlight of our Outback Friday Spectacular activities – not to be missed! Over $5,000 in prize monies and trophies to be won.

Date:............................ Friday 26 September (part of the Outback Friday Spectacular) Time:........................... 4.30pm Location:.................. Eric Lenton Memorial Sports Ground Cost:............................ Adults $20; Concession $15; Child $5; Family 2A3C $50

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SUNSET EXTRAVAGANZA CHARITY DINNER Dine under the stars and celebrate the magical outback sunset Join us for a very special night on the ‘Jump Up’ at the Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum overlooking the spectacular mesa landscape.

You will be hosted to a sumptuous three-course dinner, while enjoying fabulous live entertainment by the 1RAR Military Band. MC for the evening will be Liz Cantor from Channel 7’s Queensland Weekender and Great South East, along with a host of special guests throughout the evening.

This dinner will feature a live charity auction with funds going directly to the Welfare sections of 7th Brigade (Enoggera), 3rd Brigade (Townsville) and the Australian Special Air Services Qld Association. These funds will benefit soldiers and their families returning from active service who are in need of our support.

Date:............................ Thursday 24 September Time:........................... 6.30pm (buses leave Winton Memorial Pool from 5pm) Location:.................. Australian Age of Dinosaurs (open air event) Cost:............................ $150* per person or $1500 per table of 10 Inclusions:............... Return coach transfers from Winton, three-course table service dinner with wine & beer, live entertainment, dancing and the opportunity to bid on some unique and priceless auction items. *As this is a licensed event, it is not suitable for children.

Seats are strictly limited. Bookings essential.

AUCTION ITEMS V8’s Townsville 2016 adventure package NRL Cowboys 2016 hospitality package Brisbane Lions 2016 flight & hospitality package Original 9ct Yellow Gold Jewellery pieces Limited edition prints & photographs 5 night Whitsunday Holiday package View more items and full details on www.outbackfestival.com.au

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MASTERS OF THE OUTBACK

SPONSORED BY EVERT OPALS & FINE JEWELLERY Our Masters compete in teams of 2 male and 2 female (33 yrs and over). See if their experience and teamwork can beat the challenge.

Date of event

Time

Venue

Tue 22 Sept.

11.00am

Elderslie Street

Wed 23 Sept.

9.00am

Long Waterhole

Thu 24 Sept.

1.30pm

Elderslie Street

Fri 25 Sept.

8.00am

Elderslie Street

Sat 26 Sept.

3.00pm

Elderslie Street

Competitors will compete for prize money of $2000

OUTBACK IRONMAN EVENTS SPONSORED BY SPAR WINTON Watch our toughest Ironmen take-on 5 Days of grueling events.

Watch our incredible Ironmen compete in challenges of strength, agility and speed – Outback style.

Date of event

Time

Venue

Tue 22 Sept.

10.00am

Elderslie Street

Wed 23 Sept.

9.00am

Long Waterhole

Thu 24 Sept.

11.30am

Elderslie Street

Fri 25 Sept.

8.00am 2.00pm

Elderslie Street & Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

Sat 26 Sept.

2.00pm

Elderslie Street

Competitors will compete for prize money of $3730

OUTBACK IRONWOMAN EVENTS

SPONSORED BY ROCK’N’ROAD BITUMEN & KERSH CONCRETING. INCENTIVE PRIZES SPONSORED BY CUMMINS & HAULMARK TRAILERS. See our amazing Outback Iron women in action – their strength, resilience and steely resolve.

Date of event

Time

Venue

Tue 22 Sept.

10.30am

Elderslie Street

Wed 23 Sept.

9.00am

Long Waterhole

Thu 24 Sept.

12.30pm

Elderslie Street

Fri 25 Sept.

8.00am 2.30pm

Elderslie Street & Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

Sat 26 Sept.

2.30pm

Elderslie Street

Competitors will compete for prize money of $3730

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OUTBACK CENTURY CYCLE CHALLENGE

SPONSORED BY BRODIE AGENCIES & ERGON ENERGY It’s billed as the toughest, flattest cycling event in the Outback taking participants on a metric (100km) or imperial 100 mile (160km) ride on a fully sealed road, starting and finishing in Winton.

Date:............................ Saturday 26 September Time:........................... 6.30am – Cyclists assemble 6.45am – official start Venue:........................ Elderslie Street (Starting point) Entry:.......................... $95 pp Includes:................... Race entry, event branded jersey (Jersey’s kindly sponsored by O’Regan & Partners, & NAB Agribusiness), water bottle, cap and random prize draws.

Enquire about accommodation & flight packages www.outbackfestival.com.au

OUTBACK IRON JUNIORS

SPONSORED BY POWERADE Our Iron juniors will take on the Outback challenges. See them toss a swag, compete in the Opal Miners Dash, and take on the challenge of the Mini Marathon. Watch them crack a whip and even tug a mini!

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Date of event

Time

Venue

Thu 24 Sept.

9.00am

Elderslie Street

Fri 25 Sept.

8.30am & 10.30am

Elderslie Street

Sat 26 Sept.

9.30am

Elderslie Street

Boys and Girls compete together in all events. Overall Winner with highest number of points (of boys and girls) wins a geared push bike. Encouragement and sportsperson awards - Great cash prizes to be won. Nomination fee $10 per person.

TRUE BLUE AUSSIE SPORTS – 11AM

SPONSORED BY LOCAL HOTELS & CLUBS Join in on a series of 10 Aussie sports at every Outback Watering Hole in Winton! Bound to bring out the ‘troo bloo’ in you!

This hilarious event is an individual competition, but you will need to complete the course in groups (bring your own or join a mixed group). n Up to $700 in prize money! n Best dressed group prize Date:............................ Wednesday 23 September Time: 11.00am Entry cost:............... $10 per person. Register online.

Maximum group size 10. Minimum age 18 years.

Event

Venue

Event

Venue

1. Golf

Winton Golf Club

6. Cricket

Tatts Hotel

2. Football

Winton Rugby League

7. Basketball

North Gregory Hotel

3. Marbles

Winton Hotel

8. Bowls

Winton Bowls Club

4. Pool

Australian Hotel

9. Cow Pat Discus

Matilda’s Mall (Elderslie Street)

5. Darts

Winton Club

10. Troo Bloo Roo Poo Final

Matilda’s Mall

BUSHMAN’S EGG THROWING EVENT – 12NOON Test your skills in handling this very fragile item!

Work in pairs with a thrower and catcher. The aim of the game is to try to throw and catch eggs without breaking the shell.

The tosser throws an egg to their team-mate, the catcher. After each successful catch they spread further apart. The winning team is the one that completes a catch without breaking the egg over the furthest distance. Record stands at 54.31 metres!

Can you beat this??

Date:............................ Tuesday 22 September Time:........................... 12.00pm Venue:........................ Elderslie Street Age groups:........... Adults, Veterans, school age children Cost:............................ $5 per pair. Nominate at the Festival office.

ADULTS & CHILDREN’S WOOL BALE ROLLING Roll up, Roll up for the Wool Bale challenge. Step up to the Wool Bale and roll it a measured distance Date:............................ Wednesday 23 September Time:........................... Adult Challenge 2.30pm; Children’s competition* 2.00pm Venue:........................ Elderslie Street Entry:.......................... Adults $5 pp; Child $5 per pair.

Children compete in pairs, adults compete as individuals. *Child age groups: Primary & Secondary students. Nominate at the Festival Office.

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OUTBACK FRIDAY SPECTACULAR – THE BIG EVENT! Be prepared for plenty of laughs at Outback Festival’s signature event. The fun starts from 12.00pm and continues until late. Great fun for all ages, with non-stop action and entertainment.

Lucky Gate Prize - $300 worth of fuel donated by Reliance Petroleum PROGRAM OF EVENTS: 1.00pm Kids Meggsie Cart Races 2.00pm Outback Ironman event (Day 4) 2.30pm Outback Ironwoman event (Day 4) 2.45pm ‘100 Years of ANZAC’ Military Parade 3.15pm World Crayfish Derby Race Meeting

Strongman Challenges by Derek Boyer Various Nathan Griggs - Big Whip, Fire Whip & Whip Cracking Show

Memphis Movers Roving entertainment 4.30pm 2015 Quilton Australian Dunny Derby Parade 5.00pm Dunny Derby races begin 7.00pm Mayoral Mayhem Dunny Derby Challenge 7.30pm Constipation Stakes 7.45pm Final of the Quilton Australian Dunny Derby – Followed by presentations and awards to winners.

8.00pm Live bands on Main Stage until late – Celtic Fyre, The Australian INXS BAND, 1RAR Rock Band. Please feel free to bring along your own camping chair for the evening’s live music show under the stars.

LUS - Children’s Amusements including the P Giant Waterslide and Jumping Castle.

A good selection of food outlets.

Date:..................Friday 25 September Time:................. 12.00pm until late Venue:..............Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Grounds Cost:................... Adult $20 pp; Concession $15pp; Child $5pp; Family $50 (2 adults and up to 3 children) 8

LITTLE SWAGGIES EVENT Calling all little swaggies to join in on a series of fun events linked to the story of Waltzing Matilda.

Events include the Swaggie’s hat toss, Tucker Bag relay, Billy Can dash and Dodge the Jolly Jumbucks.

Date of event

Time

Venue

Tue 22 Sept

8.00am & 9.00am

Elderslie Street

Wed 23 Sept.

8.15am

Long Waterhole

Thu 24 Sept.

8.00am

Elderslie Street

Sat 26 Sept.

8.30am

Elderslie Street

Age groups:.....7 to 9 yrs (limited numbers) Nominate at the Outback Festival Office by 14 September. Nomination fee $10 per person.

CHILDREN’S WOBBLE BOARD PAINTING COMPETITION

SPONSORED BY BUNNINGS TOWNSVILLE AND IT’S PAINT Bring along your own brushes and containers to paint your masterpiece on a Wobble Board.

A Wobble Board is a piece of fibreboard used as a musical instrument, so maybe you can play some music later!

Date:...................... Tuesday 22 September Time:..................... 10.30am Venue:.................. Elderslie Street Entry:.................... Child $5 pp. Nominate at the Festival Office by Friday 18 September.

Age groups:..... Under 5’s; 5-8 years; 9-12 years * Wobble Boards and paints supplied

UNDER 8’S TEDDY BEAR PICNIC – 3.30PM Bring along your favourite teddy to join in some creative activities to including Sand Art, games, music and face-painting. You’ll also get a visit from Fire Engine ‘Squirt’ and other favourite characters.

Date:...................... Tuesday 22 September Time:..................... 3.30pm Venue:.................. Patricia Bucknell Memorial Park, Vindex Street Entry:.................... FREE Age groups:.....Under 8 yrs* *Children to be accompanied by an adult 9

FAMILY WET & WILD BBQ After a busy day at the festival, you’ll look forward to a refreshing dip and entertainment at Winton’s popular swimming pool.

Join in on a program of watersports and games. Chow down on a delicious BBQ dinner then sit back and listen to the talented Karrie Hayward.

Date:........... Thursday 24 September Time:.......... 6.30pm Venue:........ Winton Memorial Swimming Pool Cost:........... $2 adults, $1 children

The 2015 OUTBACK FESTIVAL (Winton) is proudly sponsored by:

Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is a regional airport specialist with an emphasis on creating significant regional airport development in Queensland. QAL is a 100% Australian owned, Queensland based company and owns and operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Mount Isa and Longreach Airports

P: (07) 5589 1100 www.qldairports.com.au

The 2015 OUTBACK FESTIVAL (Winton) is proudly sponsored by:

Winton’s Bakery services the Winton Community 7 days a week with efficient service delivering the traditional bakery products plus tea & coffee and pastries.

Call in for a coffee and cake!

76 Elderslie Street, Winton P: (07) 4657 1242 10

NATHAN GRIGGS – WORLD RECORD WHIP CRACKER SPONSORED BY VINIDEX Nathan Griggs is currently a whip cracking world record holder and when it comes to whips you will not find a more inspiring and passionate man.

Join Nathan for some free whip cracking workshops and see his amazing Big Whip, Fire Whip & Whip Cracking Show.

Date of event

Time

Event

Venue

Thu 24 Sept

11.00am

Workshop

Elderslie Street

Fri 25 Sept

Various

Big Whip, Fire Whip & Whip Cracking Show

Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

Sat 26 Sept.

10.30am 6.30pm

Whip Cracking Show Whip Cracking Show

Elderslie Street

DEREK BOYER – AUSTRALIA’S GREATEST STRENGTH ATHLETE SPONSORED BY BROWN & HURLEY Witness the power of Australia’s greatest strength athlete, undefeated in the Australian Strong Man competition for fifteen years straight.

Derek Boyer is inviting anyone who dares to challenge him in 2 events. Have a go for your chance to win a cash prize of $500!

Can you deadlift 140kg x 50 reps or shoulder a 85kg deadball 16 times in 60 seconds?

If you’re up for the challenge, contact the Festival office.

Venues: Friday – Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground Saturday – Elderslie Street Date of event

Time

Fri 25 Sept

Various

Sat 26 Sept

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BUSH POET’S BREAKFAST

SPONSORED BY ELDERS INSURANCE & CORFIELD & FITZMAURICE Start the day with a hearty BBQ breakfast and belly full of laughs with a fantastic line up of bush poets.

MARCO GLIORI Marco is highly regarded across Australia, having been awarded the Spirit of Waltzing Matilda Award by ABC National Radio, presented to him by the late great Slim Dusty, and in recent years was selected by The Australian Women’s Weekly as their modern day ‘Banjo Paterson’.

GREGORY NORTH Known for his rendition of ‘The Man From Snowy River’ in 15 different accents this three-time Australian bush poetry champion brings his many characters to life whenever he performs. His Bush Laureate Award-winning CD Frackin’ Fricker and his DVDs are great ways to relive the experience.

LONG JOHN BEST John cut his teeth performing bush poems in nursing homes and service clubs and according to John ‘basically anyone who would listen!’ He’s now a regular performer at many regional events including Tamworth Country Music Festival, Gympie Musters, Bush Week Casino, Woodford Folk Festival, Ingham’s Australian Italian and Chinchilla’s Melon Festival.

POET’S BRAWL – SATURDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2015 On Saturday, join in the Poet’s ‘brawl’ where audience members are invited to perform a 60 second poem of their own composition – Get writing! If you would like more information on how you may participate with your very special poem, please contact the Festival office.

Date/s:..............Thu 24, Fri 25, Sat 26 September Time:................. Breakfast served between 7.00am and 8.30am Bush Poet’s Show starts at 8.45am approx. (when the cow bell rings!)

Venue:..............Winton Shire Council Courtyard & Shire Hall Cost:................... Bush Poet Show only – Adult $10, Child $5 Bush Poet Show & Breakfast – Adult $22, Child $15 Enjoy the entertaining music from the Hillbilly Goats, 1RAR Jazz Group or Celtic Fyre over breakfast. Barbeque breakfasts include bacon, eggs, sausages, baked beans, toast, tea/coffee.

For catering purposes, it will be helpful if you pre-purchase your Bush Poet’s Breakfast ticket.

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DJUKI MALA DANCERS

SPONSORED BY ARTSLINK QLD, REGIONAL ARTS FUND, BALAMARA BAKERY & REDRIDGE Come and experience ‘Salt Water Meets the Desert’ with the famous Djuki Mala Dance group (also known as the Chooky Dancers).

Outback Festival is thrilled to welcome the Djuki Mala Dance group to open the Festival. This amazing group of Aboriginal dancers will also share their unique form of contemporary dance in a number of free Dance workshops.

Date

Time

Event

Venue

Tue 22 Sept

7.00pm

Festival opening performance

Winton Shire Hall

Wed 23 Sept

11.00am 2.30pm

Free Dance Workshops

Winton Shire Hall

Thu 24 Sept

10.30am

Final performance

Elderslie Street

TANIA KERNAGHAN

SPONSORED BY BUS QUEENSLAND One of this country’s most loved and respected performers Tania is an integral member of the Kernaghan country music dynasty.

Her voice is pure, her dynamic personality and ability to capture the hearts of her audiences will definitely leave you wanting more.

Date

Time

Venue

Tue 22 Sept

7.00pm

Winton Shire Hall

Wed 23 Sept

10.00am

Winton Club

Wed 23 Sept

2.00pm

Winton Shire Supper Room

The 2015 OUTBACK FESTIVAL (Winton) is proudly sponsored by:

The Moreton Bay Region is a proud supporter of the 2015 Outback Festival, which provides ongoing reciprocal regional tourism opportunities

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KARRIE HAYWARD

SPONSORED BY COUTTS REDINGTON Karrie Hayward is a gifted musician and powerful vocalist. She has performed with some of Australia’s finest country music artists. Known for her fantastic smile and energy on stage Karrie was described by Country Music star, Texan ex-pat Doug Bruce as being “A Little Pocket Rocket”.

Date

Time

Venue

Tue 22 Sept

1.00pm

Main Stage

Wed 23 Sept

12.00pm

Main Stage

Thu 24 Sept

1.00pm 6.30pm

Main Stage Winton Memorial Pool

Fri 25 Sept

Various

Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

Sat 26 Sept

Various

Main Stage

HILLBILLY GOATS

SPONSORED BY OSBORNE CONSULTING Telling tales of centuries past, festival band the Hillbilly Goats will be performing their “Out of the Mountains Show” at this year’s event.

Expect high energy performances of traditional folk songs arranged in a Goatish manner coupled with stories of the immigrants, that formed this music high in the Appalachian Mountains of America Date

Time

Venue

Wed 23 Sept

7.00pm

Main Stage

Thu 24 Sept

7.30am

Winton Shire Hall Courtyard

1RAR ROCK BAND IS BACK! The Band of the 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RARBand), is a highly regarded component of the Australian Defence Force in North Queensland.

Performing in a variety of ensembles this Band will cater for a wide range of musical tastes including Big Band, Marching Band, Rock Band, Jazz Band, Dixie, Brass and Saxophone ensembles.

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Date

Time

Venue

Thu 24 Sept

7.00pm

Sunset Extravaganza Charity Dinner

Fri 25 Sept

7.30am 10.00pm

Winton Shire Hall Courtyard Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

Sat 26 Sept

Various

Elderslie Street (7pm – Neil Diamond Show & 8pm Finale Concert)

CELTIC FYRE: BAGPIPES ROCK!

SPONSORED BY XXXX GOLD Celtic Fyre will break your heart with the mournful and eerie sounds of the bagpipes and then crank it up real hard and rock you ‘til you drop. This is one groovy funloving kick ‘em in the pants band that just wants to rock – celtic style!

One of Australia’s most energetic and colourful celtic rock bands.

Date

Time

Venue

Fri 25 Sept

8.00pm

Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

Sat 26 Sept

7.30am

Winton Shire Hall Courtyard

THE AUSTRALIAN INXS SHOW

SPONSORED BY XXXX GOLD The Australian INXS Show both celebrates and honours the memory of Michael Hutchence and the band by bringing back to life the halcyon days of INXS. The Australian INXS Show is the definitive ‘Live Baby Live’ tribute to INXS and faithfully reproduces the live spectacle INXS were famous for.

Date

Time

Venue

Fri 25 Sept

9.00pm

Eric Lenton Memorial Recreation Ground

MONTSERRAT: THE AUSTRALIAN JIMMY BUFFET TRIBUTE SHOW – SPONSORED BY

LANDMARK & NF CORBETT Comprising some of the most talented and professional musicians in South East Qld, Montserrat will take you on a musical journey through the Caribbean.

You’ll groove to sounds of steeldrums blending with keyboards, saxophone and trumpet, guitars, drums and percussion, along with great vocals.

Date

Time

Venue

Wed 23 Sept

9.00pm

Main Stage 15

THE MEMPHIS MOOVERS ROVING DUO

SPONSORED BY TATTS HOTEL & HOFFMANN SURVEYORS The Memphis Moovers will entertain you with their ‘Music on the Moove’ as they rove around Elderslie Street and the Eric Lenton Memorial Ground.

You’ll also meet Moovin’ Balloonin’ – a zany character who will balloon model all the favourites. For kids & big kids!

Date

Time

Venue

Thu 24 Sept

Roving

Elderslie Street

Fri 25 Sept

Roving

Eric Lenton Memorial Ground

Sat 26 Sept

Roving

Elderslie Street

100 YEARS OF ANZAC PARADE Be enthralled by the tradition and ceremony of the 100 years of ANZAC parade featuring the Australian Army 2/14 Queensland mounted infantry, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, 1 Royal Australian Regiment Band and the Royal Australian Air Force Roulettes.

The parade will be lead by the 1RAR Band and will include a flag raising ceremony. A highlight promises to be the Aerobatic display by the RAAF Roulettes at approx. 10.30am from Elderslie Street.

Date

Time

Venue

Fri 25 Sept

2.45pm

Eric Lenton Memorial Ground

GOLDEN CASKET GRAND PARADE SPECTACULAR The Grand Parade Spectacular is the culmination of the 2015 Outback Festival with the 2015 theme being: ‘Saluting our Unsung Heroes’.

The parade is also a fantastic activity for the whole family to participate in, from designing and building a float, to travelling on it in the Parade, to just watching them roll down Winton’s main street.

Golden Casket has supported the Festival’s Grand Parade Spectacular since 1999. Golden Casket’s support enables the festival to provide prizes in 12 categories and give away more than $2000 in prize money.

Golden Casket has a long and proud history of supporting communities throughout Queensland through its sponsorship of events such as the Outback Festival.

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Date

Time

Venue

Sat 26 Sept

12.00pm

Elderslie Street

Cash Prizes and banners for winning floats, equestrian, bicycle and pedestrians.

TRUCKIES REUNION -

SPONSORED BY CUMMINS, NTI ROADTEAM, HAULMARK TRAILERS, IOR PETROLEUM, GT RADIAL & M & S MITCHELL & MACK TRUCKS Test your skills in the backing of the Big Rigs and numerous trucking events. Prizes for the ‘Oldest Working Truckie’, ‘Furthest Travelled’, ‘Most Consistent Truckie’ attending the reunion. Truckies Show & Shine – Sponsored by NTI & NTI Roadteam Date

Time

Venue

Sat 26 Sept

9.30am

Western end of Elderslie Street

DOWN MEMORY LANE PIONEERS AFTERNOON TEA HOSTED BY THE WINTON SHIRE COUNCIL AND COORDINATED BY THE 60 AND BETTER WINTON Take a trip down memory lane when local Winton residents welcome back former older residents and new friends for some afternoon hospitality.

Special Guest artist will be Tania Kernaghan.

Date

Time

Venue

Wed 23 Sept

2.00pm

Winton Shire Hall Supper Room

For bookings contact Loretta Searle on (07) 4657 1753.

QANTILDA MUSEUM Enjoy a wander through Waltzing Matilda Centre’s Qantilda Museum – Riley Street Entrance.

Open daily 9am – 4pm.

View Winton’s Pioneer Past.

Snake & Bird Wild Life Show.

Admission Fees Apply.

The 2015 OUTBACK FESTIVAL (Winton) is proudly sponsored by:

SPAR Winton has been an ongoing Major sponsor of the Winton Outback Festival for over 20 years. They play a prominent role in the Outback community with award winning customer service at their 5 Star Supermarket.

Cnr Vindex & Manuka Streets, Winton P: (07) 4657 1254 www.spar.com.au 17

WINTON THROUGH THE LENS – PHOTOGRAPHIC TAG-A-LONG TOUR Are you a keen photographer? Come and enjoy our photographic Tag-along tour following the Route of the River Gum with a bonus Rangelands Sunset finale.

Experienced and amateur photographers are invited to photograph Nature’s best from flat-topped mesas and River Red Gums to Coolibahs and the vast plains of the Outback.

As a bonus, participants will also have the opportunity to feature their best photos in the BHP Cannington Photographic Competition to be hosted by the Waltzing Matilda Centre Outback Regional Gallery in September 2016.

Date:........................Wednesday 23 September Time:.......................Departs 8.00am from Winton Memorial Pool Tour cost:............... $30 per car (inclusive of 2 people). Additional passengers are $15 per person.

Tour includes:...... Services of a tour guide, smoko, lunch and sunset nibbles. BYO water supplies for the tour and drinks for the Sunset nibbles. *Please advise when booking if you have any special dietary requirements.

The 2015 OUTBACK FESTIVAL (Winton) is proudly sponsored by:

George Bourne & Associates Consulting Engineers is a well-known name in Central Western Queensland providing continuous professional engineering services to both the public and private sectors operating in Central and Western Queensland since 1945.

P: (07) 4651 2177 E: admin@gbassoc.com.au www.engineeringtheoutback.com.au

DISCOVER DINOSAUR STAMPEDE AT LARK QUARRY WITH RED DIRT TOURS Join a day tour to see the dinosaur footprints at Lark Quarry Conservation Park. On a guided tour, you’ll learn the story of some 95 million years ago when herds of small two-legged dinosaurs were stalked by a huge meateating theropod. Along the way to Lark Quarry, you’ll have the chance to spot wildlife in the morning sun and take in the views from the lookout.

Tour Includes:...... Morning tea, lunch and entry/tour at Lark Quarry.

Day/Time:.............. Pick up from Winton accommodation from 9.00am, return approx 2.30pm (Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun) Tour Length:......... Approx. 5.5 hours Price:........................ Adult: $105 Child: $85 Family (2+2): $360 (extra child $80) Book online at www.reddirttours.com.au or at the Winton Visitor Information Centre 18

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FESTIVAL ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS CLUB PATERSON (TENT CITY) Stay in our convenient Club Paterson (Winton’s Tent community under the stars).

Our festival packages include accommodation in a 2 or 3 person pre-erected cabin style tent complete with comfortable fold-out beds with built in mattresses; 12 v light; camping chairs under your awning; carpeted tent flooring; access to nearby hot showers & amenities; access to the community undercover area with free tea/coffee.

Select from a range of packages: n 2 nights from $210 per tent (2 people) n 5 nights from $264 per tent (2 people) n Family Package from $645 per family (2 Adults & 2 Children) BOOK ONLINE www.outbackfestival.com.au

FESTIVAL CAMPSITES – POWERED & UNPOWERED SITES Powered sites for tent, caravan or campervan, are available at the Winton Show Grounds in our Festival Campsite. Guests will have access to onsite toilet and hot shower facilities. A shuttle service will operate regularly between the show grounds and event venues.

Select from a range of packages: n 5 night Powered Site packages from $100 per site n 7 night Powered Site packages from $140 per site n 3 night Unpowered site package from $45 per site n 5 night Unpowered site package from $75 per site n 7 night Unpowered site package from $105 per site

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2015 – OUTBACK FESTIVAL

DA I LY P R O G R A M AT A G L A N C E DAY 1 – TUESDAY SEPT 22ND Day 1 Little Swaggies................................Pg 9 8.00am / Elderslie Street

Children’s Wobble Board Painting.Pg 9 10.30am / Elderslie Street

Little Swaggies March..............................Pg 9 9.00am / Elderslie Street

Day 1 Masters of the Outback.............Pg 5 11.00am / Elderslie Street

Welcoming Ceremony 9.15am / Elderslie Street

Bushman’s Egg Throwing......................Pg 7 Midday / Elderslie Street

‘ Pathway of Honour’ 9.45am / Elderslie Street

Music on main stage......................... Pg 13-16 1.00pm / Elderslie Street

Day 1 Outback Ironman..........................Pg 5 10.00am / Elderslie Street

Teddy Bears Picnic......................................Pg 9 3.30pm / Vindex Street

ay 1 Outback Ironwoman...................Pg 5 D 10.30am / Elderslie Street

Spectacular Opening Night Concert featuring Djuki Mala Dancers, the Premiere of ‘Waltzing on the Dusty Diamantina’ with Special Guest Tania Kernaghan........................................Pg 13 7.00pm / Shire Hall, Vindex Street

DAY 2 – WEDNESDAY SEPT 23RD inton through the lens –..................Pg 18 W Photographic Tag-a-long Tour 8.00am / Winton Memorial Pool

True Blue Aussie Sports .........................Pg 7 11.00am / Elderslie Street

Day 2 Little Swaggies................................Pg 9 8.15am / Long Waterhole

Music on main stage......................... Pg 13-16 Midday / Elderslie Street

Day 2 Outback Ironman..........................Pg 5 9.00am / Long Waterhole

Down Memory Lane.................................Pg 17 Pioneers Afternoon Tea 2.00pm / Shire Hall Supper Room

Day 2 Outback Ironwoman...................Pg 5 9.00am / Long Waterhole

Children’s Wool Bale Rolling...............Pg 7 2.00pm / Elderslie Street

Day 2 Masters of the Outback.............Pg 5 9.00am / Long Waterhole

Adults Wool Bale Rolling........................Pg 7 2.30pm / Elderslie Street

QCWA Cupcake Party 10.00am / Winton Club

Djuki Mala Dance Workshops...........Pg 13 11.00am & 2.00pm / Shire Hall, Vindex Street

Outback Sports – Broom Throw, Swag Toss 10.00am / Elderslie Street

True Blue Aussie Sport.............................Pg 7 Roo Poo Finals 5.00pm / Elderslie Street

Static Displays by Military Personnel 11.00am / Elderslie Street

FREE Street Party 7.00pm / Elderslie Street

DAY 3 – THURSDAY SEPT 24TH

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Bush Poets Breakfast..............................Pg 12 7.00am / Winton Shire Council Courtyard & Shire Hall, Vindex Street

ay 3 Outback Ironman..........................Pg 5 D 11.30am / Elderslie Street

Day 3 Little Swaggies................................Pg 9 8.00am / Elderslie Street

Day 3 Outback Ironwoman...................Pg 5 12.30pm / Elderslie Street

Day 1 Outback Iron Junior....................Pg 6 9.00am / Elderslie Street

Music on the main stage................ Pg 13-16 1.00pm / Elderslie Street

RAAF Roulettes Aerial Display.........Pg 16 10.30am approx / Elderslie Street

Day 3 Masters of the Outback ...........Pg 5 1.30pm / Elderslie Street

Final performance by the Djuki Mala Pg 13 Dancers 10.30am / Elderslie Street

Sunset Extravaganza Charity Dinner Pg 4 5.00pm Bus departs, 6.30pm start / Australian Age of Dinosaurs

Whip Cracking Workshops.................Pg 11 11.00am / Elderslie Street

et & Wild Family Fun Night - .........Pg 10 W BBQ & Entertainment 6.30pm / Winton Memorial Swimming Pool

DAY 4 – FRIDAY SEPT 25TH

Gazetted Public Holiday in Winton

Bush Poets Breakfast..............................Pg 12 7.00am / Shire Council Courtyard & Hall, Vindex Street

Day 2 Outback Iron Junior....................Pg 6 8.30am / Elderslie Street

Day 4 Outback Ironman..........................Pg 5 8.00am / Elderslie Street

2nd Outback Iron Junior........................Pg 6 10.30am / Elderslie Street

Day 4 Outback Ironwoman...................Pg 5 8.00am / Elderslie Street

ustralian premiere ‘ANZAC War A Horses’ movie/documentary 10.30am / Shire Hall, Vindex Street

Day 4 Masters of the Outback ...........Pg 5 8.00am / Elderslie Street

Outback Friday Spectacular, at the Eric Lenton Memorial Sports Ground Pg 8 Midday till late / Vindex Street

DAY 5 – SATURDAY SEPT 26TH Cyclists assemble for the Century Cycle Challenge............................................Pg 6 6.30am / Elderslie Street

Day 5 Outback Ironman..........................Pg 5 2.00pm / Elderslie Street

Bush Poets Breakfast..............................Pg 12 7.00am / Shire Council Courtyard & Hall, Vindex Street

Day 5 Outback Ironwoman...................Pg 5 2.30pm / Elderslie Street

Day 4 Little Swaggies................................Pg 9 8.30am / Elderslie Street

Day 5 Masters of the Outback ...........Pg 5 3.00pm / Elderslie Street

fghan Bazaar stalls set up A 8.30am / Elderslie Street

Truck Pull team event (NTI Roadteam) 3.30pm / Elderslie Street

he Truckies Reunion event set up Pg 17 T 9.30am / Elderslie Street

Whip Cracking .............................................Pg11 Championships Final 4.30pm / Elderslie Street

Outback Junior FINALS...........................Pg 6 9.30am / Elderslie Street

Winners presentations 5.30pm / Elderslie Street

Whip Cracking shows and....................Pg11 leatherwork displays 10.30am / Elderslie Street

Derek Boyer challenge...........................Pg11 6.00pm / Elderslie Street

loats, vehicles, bikes and marchers F assemble for Grand Parade.................Pg16 11.00am / Elderslie Street

Whip Cracking display by ....................Pg11 Nathan Griggs 6.30pm / Elderslie Street

The Grand Parade begins.....................Pg16 Midday / Elderslie & Nesbit Streets

estival Finale Concert .................. Pg 13-16 F 7.00pm / Elderslie Street

DAY 6 – SUNDAY SEPT 27TH “Truckies’ Breakfast’ with bush poets 8.00am / Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum

Stockwell-Webber Foundation Building Official opening 10.00am / Diamantina Heritage Truck and Machinery Museum

North Gregory Turf Club Race Meeting 11.00am / Winton Showgrounds. Catering and Licensed Bar. More information contact the Secretary on 0427 144 750

SUNDAY SEPT 20TH Pelican Waterhole Golf Masters - sponsored by Super Grill.

Midday / Winton Golf Club Vindex Street. Nominations accepted on the day - 9 hole 4 ball ambrose event. Prizes and trophies include a hole-in-one prize and best dressed teams. BBQ Tea and entertainment. All welcome.

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PRE-FESTIVAL EVENTS

SATURDAY SEPT 19TH

Winton Club – 6.30pm / Enjoy a BBQ and camp oven meal with entertainment.

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2015 SPONSORS It is a pleasure to set aside these pages to acknowledge the 2015 Outback Festival sponsors. The festival is wholly dependent on the generous support of our sponsors and the Winton community at large. Without this support, Winton could not claim to host one of the best non-metropolitan festivals in Outback Queensland, Australia. The Outback Festival is proudly supported by the Queensland Government through the Tourism Events Queensland Regional Events Development Program.

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SUPPORTERS/FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVAL Searles | Winton Opal Shop | Winton News and Travel Ludwick Mechanical | Pelican Van Park | Parkers Store Nookies Nursery | Pinky’s for Hair | Winton Automotive Repairs MT & MA Elliott | Winton Pharmacy | Phil Doolan Earthmoving Piccones IGA | Beales IGA | Matilda Country Tourist Park Matilda Motel | Cement Australia | NAB Winton Hoffmann Surveyors | Winton Golf Club | Winton Bowls Club Australian Hotel | Winton Hotel | Winton Rugby League Winton Club | Bunnings Townsville | It’s Paint | Bill O’Brien Signs Reliance Petroleum | Pacbrands | Lentons Transport Close and Moller Family | Red Dirt Tours | Complete Janitorial Supplies

MEDIA PARTNERS ABC Western Qld | Qld Country Life | North West Star Coastline Newspaper | Imparjia | Radio 4LG Longreach Mobile phone coverage in Winton – Telstra 4G Disclaimer: The Outback Festival Committee reserves the right to amend or remove events as necessary.

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