SEPTEMBER Narrandera Annual Agricultural Show Attracts all ages interested in life on the farm. Features the best district animals, caged birds, poultry, farm produce, fleeces, needlework, cooking, flowers, cake decorating, children’s work, fine arts and photography. Also the very traditional Country Showgirl Competition. Various show rides and sideshow alleys as well as a Vintage Machinery Exhibit. Location: Narrandera Showgrounds Elizabeth St Enquiries: Narrandera Visitor’s Centre Ph: 02 6959 1766
OCTOBER Murrumbidgee Sheepdog Championships Australian Sheep dogs and their handlers in action and at work. These champion dogs shepherd sheep through challenging courses all to the to whistles, voice and hand signals of their masters. A novel Australian experience and tradition. Location: Narrandera Sportsground, Victoria Avenue Enquiries Wayne Mathieson Ph: 02 6959 1944
Veterans Golf Tournament Four days of golf on top rated courses in Narrandera & Leeton Location: Narrandera Golf Course & Leeton Golf Course Combined Enquiries: Greg Collins Ph: 02 6959 3624 or Jason Nimmo Ph: 02 6953 3292
Open Gardens Day Key fundraising event offering various open gardens across Narrandera Shire – natives and exotics Location: Narrandera Township Enquiries: Barry di Salvia Ph: 02 6959 2317
Oz Opera perform “La Traviata”, sung in English Black tie event run by Morundah Bush Entertainment Committee Incorp. and a light supper is included in the ticket price ($55-$75) includes gourmet cake bar and normal bar service. Telephone the Morundah Hotel on 02 69597414.
NOVEMBER
Narrandera Jazz Festival Saturday 13 November 12pm-8pm The Narrandera Jazz Committee presents the inaugural Jazz Festival featuring Billy Field, Galapagos Duck, Delilah and The Thirsty Sheiks. An afternoon of music and entertainment at the Narrandera Sportsground. Contact: Narrandera Jazz Festival Committee Barbara (02) 6959 8286
Morundah Carpathon A great family day of fun. Help us catch noxious and introduced fish species- The European Carp- You can be sure you’ll catch one. On Yanko & Colombo Creeks at Morundah, good prize money, tug o war, cottage craft stalls, and entertainment Location: Morundah Village (34km Sth of Narrandera) Enquiries: Dave Fahey Ph: 02 6959 7417
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