Lots to do on the south coast!
Autumn is one of the best times of the year on the South Coast. The weather is great and ocean temperature is at its best – so if you haven’t taken the plunge yet – now’s the time to do so!
It’s the season of festivals with celebrations in towns and villages along the coast. From Thirroul villlage in the north to the southern seaside town of Bermagui, a showcase of music, colourful parades, arts, performance, food and wine and exciting events will keep everyone entertained.
Enjoy the tastes of local produce at Narooma’s Oyster Festival and soak up the natural beauty of the south coast at Moruya’s River of Art celebrations
Arts in the Valley set in picturesque Kangaroo Valley, home grown music at the Love Culburra Beach Festival or Ulladulla’s famous Blessing of the Fleet with a day of rich Italian tradition.
Tilba’s Easter Festival, set amongst century old buildings, has an emphasis on fun, laughter, magic, circus and mystique.
There’s plenty to keep the kids occupied during the holidays. Check out our family Awesome Adventures on page 7 and enter the competitions to win some great prizes.
Visit the coast and enjoy!
What's on at Bundanon Trust
Looking for a special outing during the Autumn months? Explore Bundanon Homestead, Arthur Boyd's Studio andhistoric grounds and gardens located just north of Nowra by the Shoalhaven River.
Upcoming events include Sydney Conservatorium Big Band in concert, Stephen Kellert & Glenn Murcutt in conversation with ABC,s Janne Ryan. Architecture and sustainablilty. Plus much more.
For further information and bookings contact 02 4422 2100. Visit Bundanon’s website: www.bundanon.com.au
Travelling Film Festival
The Travelling Film Festival (TFF) treats Wollongong to the best in world cinema at Greater Union http://www.sff.org.au/public/travelling-film-festival/tfflocations/wollongong
Cinemas from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 May. The TFF has 8 feature films and 4 short films, taking local
audiences on a cinematic journey around the world, showcasing films from Australia, Germany,
Norway, UK, France, India, Portugal and New Zealand. The TFF 2013 program includes pre-release
titles and international Sydney Film Festival (SFF) selections – be the first to see these exclusive titles
at TFF Wollongong.
Autumn Racing Carnival
Three big Sundays of racing await you this Autumn. Tradies Day March 17, Green well Point Cup March 31 and the 'Girls Day Out' May 26. Enjoy live racing, the finest country hospitality, and fashions-on-the-field at Shoalhaven City Turf Club. Gather your friends and enjoy a great day out. www.sctcnowra.com.au
Great Theatre & Shows For All
Don't miss out on a great-line up of shows with something for everyone along the South Coast.
Merrigong Theatre has a huge season of shows, including school holiday entertainment, presented at the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre www.merrigong.com.au
Head to Shellharbour's Roo Theatre during Autumn 2013 for the upcoming The Importance of Being Earnest and Side by side by Sondheim. Visit www.roo-theatre.com
Further south the Shoalhaven Entertainment Centre is a state of the art venue offering a wide variety of shows along with excellent conference and wedding facilities.
The intimate atmosphere, excellent accoustics and a host of shows at Milton Theatre are set to entertain. Don't miss a great line up including, Eugene 'Hideaway' Bridges, Deborah Conway, Bruce Mathiske and more all set to hit the stage this summer. Visit www.miltontheatre.com.au
Exciting live entertainment, karaoke, poker and more awaits you at Shoalhaven Ex-servicemens Sports Club www.shoalhavenexservos.com.au
Festivals & events all along the Coast
Keep up to date with the South Coast Leisure Times
If you're planning a day out with friends, a short break or a family holiday, the information in the South Coast Leisure Times print and online magazine allows you to get the most out of your adventure.
You will be kept up to date with just about everything that is happening along the Grand Pacific Drive, from Helensburgh to Narooma and beyond and everything in between ... around 500 kilometres of some of the most beautiful destinations in the world.
It's easy for you to keep in touch with what's going on from festivals, events and activities to the best places to stay, shop and dine. Pick up your latest copy from one of our 2000 distribution points along the coast, try your nearest Information Centre or become a free subscriber and register to receive an email notification when each new issue comes online.
Don't forget to enter our competitions - there are always plenty of prizes to be won, so have a go ...you could win a special treat on the fabulous South Coast!
