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Flix in the Stix Dubbo
Date	Fri 3rd Feb 2012
Location	Lazy River Estate Dubbo
The 2012 Optus Flix in the Stix tour returns to Dubbo in February. Under the stars at Lazy River Estate, Flix combines the screening of its collection of award winning short films with music from the highly acclaimed Australian singer songwriter, James Reyne performing live.

Flix in the Stix Orange
Date	Sat 4th Feb 2012
Location	Orange Botanic Gardens Orange
The 2012 Optus Flix in the Stix tour returns to Orange in February. Under the stars at Orange's Botanic Gardens, Flix combines the screening of its collection of award winning short films with music from the highly acclaimed Australian singer songwriter, James Reyne performing live.

Gnoo Blas Classic Car Show
Date	Sat 11th Feb 2012 to Sun 12th Feb 2012
Location	Sir Jack Brabham Park Orange
The Gnoo Blas Classic is an annual classic car show to help keep alive the history of the old Gnoo Blas motor racing circuit, which chalked up a string of firsts while it was open.

Armor All Bathurst 12 Hour
Date	Fri 24th Feb 2012 to Sun 26th Feb 2012
Location	Mount Panorama Bathurst
The 2012 Armor All Bathurst 12 Hour will be held in February.

Black Stump Blues Festival
Date	Fri 24th Feb 2012 to Sun 26th Feb 2012
Location	Leeds Parade Orange
"Australia's Colour City" Orange hosts the Black Stump Blues Festival on the last weekend in February each year.

TAB Saddle-Up Sundays Bathurst
Date	Sun 26th Feb 2012 to Mon 27th Feb 2012
Location	Towac Park Racecourse, Orange
Bathurst is synonymous with racing, whether it is of the four wheel or four legged kind it's always a fun day out so get on your horse and make your...

Dunedoo Bush Poetry Festival
Date	Thu 1st Mar 2012 to Sun 4th Mar 2012
Location	Dunedoo Central School Dunedoo
The Dunedoo Bush Poetry Festival is three days of bush poetry competitions, street theatre, puppetry, music, market stalls and comedy entertainment. Something for everyone of all ages. Anyone can have a go in this supportive environment so join in the fun over the weekend. The Festival starts on Thursday night.

Coonabarabran Agricultural Show
Date	Thu 8th Mar 2012 to Sat 10th Mar 2012
Location	Coonabarabran Showground Coonabarabran
The Coonabarabran Show commences with the Art Preview in the Wool Pavilion on Thursday evening where there is also wine and beer tasting. During the day, events include cattle and sheep competitions, show jumping, sheaf tossing, wood chop, tug-o-war, and various other displays and competitions.

NSW Beef Spectacular
Date	Wed 14th Mar 2012 to Thu 15th Mar 2012
Location	Dubbo Showground Dubbo
This spectacular is emerging as one of the State's premier cattle and trade shows highlighted by a $50,000 prize pool, including a $5,000 cash prizes for the grand champion bull...

Alabar Gold Crown Carnival
Date	Wed 21st Mar 2012 to Sat 31st Mar 2012
Location	Bathurst Showground Bathurst
The Alabar Gold Crown Carnival runs for 10 days and is a mix of harness racing action (six race meetings) and social events. The social events include the Honouree Dinner, Golf Day, Gold Crown Ball and the yearling sale.

Australian Local Government Womens Association Conference
Date	Thu 22nd Mar 2012 to Sat 24th Mar 2012
Location	155 Darling Street Dubbo
In March 2012, Dubbo will host the Australian Local Government Women's Association Conference. The Conference is expected to draw elected members and staff from throughout New South Wales. During the 3 day...

Australian Marbles Championships
Date	Sun 25th Mar 2012
Location	Parkes Golf Club Parkes
The annual Australian Marbles Championships will be held in Parkes at the Golf Club. Teams will consist of four players with registration fees and all proceeds going to charity.

TAB Saddle-Up Sundays Wellington Boot
Date	Sun 25th Mar 2012
Location	Showground Racecourse Wellington
One of the biggest events of Country Racing, The Wellington Boot will be a guaranteed highlight of TAB Saddle-Up Sundays.

Craft and Sales Expo
Date	Fri 30th Mar 2012 to Sun 1st Apr 2012
Location	155 Darling Street Dubbo
Annually bringing together both talented interstate and local exhibitors, focusing on creative Hand Finished Products, Do It Yourself Products, Craft Supplies, Homewares and Creative Workshops to inspire young and old. Customers...

Rockn at the Racecourse
Date	Sat 31st Mar 2012
Location	Coolah Racecourse Coolah
Rock’n at the Racecourse is an annual event held at Coolah Racecourse, more commonly known to locals as the rodeo or sportsground. About three kilometres from town towards Dunedoo, the Racecourse offers great views of the eastern ranges and excellent camping facilities. More accommodation options are available in town.

International Body Building Championships
Date	Sat 31st Mar 2012
Location	Brisbane Street Dubbo
This annual event has been running successfully in Dubbo for 25 years.

Millthorpe Markets
Date	Sun 1st Apr 2012
Location	Park Street Millthorpe
The beautiful village of Millthorpe hosts a massive annual market with 200 stall holders. Excellent quality stalls range from produce to gourmet delights, recycled clothes, timber and metal creations, handcrafted cards, clothes and gifts. Coffee, barbecue and drinks available all day.

Hartwood Campfires and Country Music
Date	Fri 6th Apr 2012 to Sun 8th Apr 2012
Location	Hartwood Coolah
Come and enjoy Hartwood Campfires and Country Music on the Easter weekend. Past performers include Paul McCloud, Peter Horan, Tom Maxwell and Laura Downing. Bush camping is available (no power or showers). Collect your own firewood on the property.

Mudgee Bike Muster
Date	Fri 6th Apr 2012 to Mon 9th Apr 2012
Location	Ulan Road Mudgee
Bike Muster is held every Easter and is a non competitive, family friendly weekend celebration of recreational cycling in and around the Central Ranges town of Mudgee. Participants camp on-site in...

Bathurst Motor Festival
Date	Fri 6th Apr 2012 to Sun 8th Apr 2012
Location	Mount Panorama Bathurst
The inaugural Bathurst Motor Festival was held at Mount Panorama, Bathurst in April 2011. The Event returns to Mount Panorama over the traditional Easter date in 2012.

Orange FOOD Week
Date	Fri 13th Apr 2012 to Sun 22nd Apr 2012
Location	Various venues in Orange, Cabonne and Blayney region Orange
The shires of Orange, Cabonne and Blayney are known as 'The Food Basket' of NSW and each year F.O.O.D.

Grenfell Picnic Race Meeting
Date	Sat 21st Apr 2012
Location	Grenfell Racecourse Grenfell
The Grenfell Picnic Race Club holds an annual meeting in April.

nab B2B Cyclo Sportif Challenge
Date	Sat 21st Apr 2012 to Sun 22nd Apr 2012
Location	Mount Panorama Bathurst
The nab B2B has been modelled on the European style of participation bicycling events which utilise the latest timing technology to cater for the general public as well as members of affiliated cycling associations and codes.

Dubbo ANZAC Test Sprinters
Date	Sat 21st Apr 2012
Location	Obley Rd Dubbo
The ANZAC Test Sprinters Diggers Cup 10k will be on at Morris Park Speedway. Be sure to come out for an action packed night of fun for you or the...

The Royal Bathurst Show
Date	Fri 27th Apr 2012 to Sun 29th Apr 2012
Location	Bathurst Showground Bathurst
The Royal Bathurst Show is regarded as the best west of Sydney and boasts an average annual attendance in excess of 20,000 people.

Tour de Warrumbungles Bike Ride
Date	Sat 28th Apr 2012 to Sun 29th Apr 2012
Location	Newell Highway Coonabarabran
Start training for the annual cycling weekend that races into and around the magnificent Warrumbungle National Park. The main competition is held on Sunday, with five rides to choose from: 84 kilometre (elite), 50 kilometre and 43 kilometre (fit/very fit), 23 kilometre downhill (thrill seekers) and 12 kilometre (a gentle but...

TAB Saddle-Up Sundays Mudgee
Date	Sun 6th May 2012
Location	Mudgee Racecourse Mudgee
TAB Saddle-Up Sundays keeps the fun coming with one of the most enjoyable race days west of the Blue Mountains.

Art Unlimited - Dunedoo
Date	Fri 18th May 2012 to Sun 20th May 2012
Location	Digilah Street Dunedoo
Presented by the Dunedoo Lions Club, this is an eclectic art exhibition with photography, hanging art and ceramic displays. Amateur artists from across the region and around the country will be exhibiting their work.

Grenfell Henry Lawson Festival
Date	Fri 8th Jun 2012 to Mon 11th Jun 2012
Location	Various locations around Main Street Grenfell Grenfell
The Henry Lawson Festival is held on the June long weekend and celebrates Grenfell's famous son, Henry Lawson, who was born on the Grenfell goldfield in 1867. The festival is an affordable family weekend of entertainment with something for everyone.

Parkes Picnic Races
Date	Sat 9th Jun 2012
Location	Race Course Parkes
Come along and be a part of the fashions, fun and festivities that make the June long weekend in Parkes the social highlight of the year! At the Parkes Picnic Races will there will be loads of entertainment with a great day of racing, live music, children's entertainment and the...

Riverside Markets Dubbo
Date	Sun 10th Jun 2012
Location	Corner Wingewarra and Bligh Street Dubbo
The Markets will show case fresh produce, bric-a-brac, craft, cooking, plants, flowers, toys and much, much more. All stall holders are most welcome to sell items at the markets for a small fee. There will be a lot of entertainment for the kids with a jumping castle and animals from Zoomoovz attending...

IWA Wrestling
Date	Sat 23rd Jun 2012
Location	Brisbane Street Dubbo
Escape to the Amazing world of IWA Pro Wrestling. It is a family fun action packed live show. It is guaranteed to blow you away.

Dubbo Bridal and Event Expo
Date	Sun 1st Jul 2012
Location	155 Darling Street Dubbo
You know what you want when you see it, so see it all at the Dubbo Bridal Fair! At the Dubbo Bridal Fair you will experience a different kind of Bridal...

Dubbo Annual Jazz Festival
Date	Fri 10th Aug 2012 to Sun 12th Aug 2012
Location	155 Darling Street Dubbo
2012 marks the 22nd Annual Dubbo Jazz Festival and as in previous years the line up is of its highest standards with the best of both International and Australian Jazz...

Annual Macquaire Lions Swap Meet and Car Show
Date	Sun 26th Aug 2012
Location	corner fitzroy and Wingewarra Street Dubbo
Its time again for another Swap meet and Car Show in Dubbo. Always a successful event it is one not to be missed.

Parkes Show
Date	Mon 27th Aug 2012 to Wed 29th Aug 2012
Location	Parkes Showground Parkes
The Parkes Show is held each August running over three days and two nights with plenty of entertainment, side shows and trade stands along with a spectacular fireworks display that can be seen from miles around.

Back Yamma Bigfoot
Date	Tue 4th Sep 2012
Location	Corner Back Yamma Road and Eugowra Road Parkes
The Back Yamma Bigfoot race will be held for its second year. This 25/50/100 kilometre mountain bike race is held in the Back Yamma State Forest near Parkes and Forbes in the Central West of New South Wales.

Condobolin Chutes and Utes
Date	Sat 29th Sep 2012
Location	Diggers Avenue Condobolin
The Condobolin Chutes and Utes annual event is on again October. The weekend kicks off on the Saturday with the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Australia Touring Pro Division.

2PK Parkes Country Music Spectacular
Date	Sun 30th Sep 2012 to Mon 1st Oct 2012
Location	Various locations and venues Parkes
The Parkes Country Music Festival is held annually over the October long weekend. The festival features an excellent line-up of professional and guest artists (2012 artists to be confirmed closer to the date). Weekend events and activities will include: street busking, talent seekers quest, gospel service, free club entertainment, concert in...

Antique Motorcycle Rally
Date	Sun 30th Sep 2012 to Mon 1st Oct 2012
Location	Various locations around Parkes Parkes
The Parkes Antique Motor Club hold an annual motorcycle rally for veteran, vintage and classic motorcycles built before 1964 during the October long weekend. Participants come from famous clubs and travel to Parkes from all over New South Wales.

TAB Saddle-Up Sundays Orange
Date	Sun 30th Sep 2012
Location	Orange Racecourse Orange
What a perfect weekend to escape and experience some fine country racing. Enjoy an Orange adventure and celebrate this exciting race day in style.

Mendooran Rodeo
Date	Sat 6th Oct 2012 to Sun 7th Oct 2012
Location	Mendooran Showground Mendooran
The annual Mendooran Rodeo is drawing near and organisers are working hard to create a true blue Australian country rodeo featuring a full program of events including: barrel racing, steer wrestling, breakaway roping and bull riding. The main rodeo competition is held on Saturday and on Sunday the junior rodeo kicks...

Science in the Pub and The Bok Lecture
Date	Fri 12th Oct 2012
Location	53-57 John Street Coonabarabran
Why not take a trip to Coonabarabran, the Astronomy Capital of Australia, in October and check out the very unique astronomy themed events - Science in the Pub and The Bok Lecture.

Open Day at Siding Spring Observatory
Date	Sat 13th Oct 2012
Location	Timor Road Coonabarabran
For one day of the year, Siding Spring Observatory opens its telescopes to the public for a free exclusive peak behind the scenes. You are invited to meet the astronomers and learn how they explore the universe at Australia's largest astronomy research facility.

Orange Wine Week
Date	Fri 19th Oct 2012 to Sun 28th Oct 2012
Location	Various locations Orange
Orange Wine Week is ten days of events and activities highlighting the region’s premium wines through wine shows, tastings, educational workshops and celebrations with local produce. Experience the Orange region’s rich and diverse food and wine culture and meet the interesting and talented people who make it happen.

Coona Yabby Races
Date	Sun 21st Oct 2012
Location	53-57 John Street Coonabarabran
Held on the eve of the Coonabarabran Cup are the local yabby races. Drop along to the Royal Hotel and help raise some much needed funds for the Coona Cancer Support Group. Don’t miss out on the “race that stops Coonabarabran” - the highly coveted Royal Hotel Cup.

Coonabarabran Cup
Date	Mon 22nd Oct 2012
Location	Nelson Street Coonabarabran
The Coonabarabran Cup is a spring racing carnival with a jam packed program of racing, fashions in the field, TAB, champagne and entertainment marquees, plus children's entertainment. The perfect package for a great day at the races! Entertainment will continue at the Coonabarabran Bowling Club into the evening.

Carols by Candlelight - Dubbo
Date	Sun 16th Dec 2012
Location	Darling Street Dubbo
Entertainment for the Carols by Candlelight will be provided by local bands and artists. The arrival of Santa Claus is always an event in itself. Lots of traditional singing and supported by glow stick waving is spectacular to see and partake in.