Flinders island new resident information - Flinders Council

Annual Events
• Easter is when the Three Peaks Race reaches Flinders Island on it’s first leg with the runners
from each boat running from Lady Barron to the top of Mt Strzelecki and back. There are
stalls of local produce in the wharf area, and a lolly scramble for the kids.
• The Flinders Island Annual Golf Tournament is held during the June long weekend and
attracts golfers from all over Australia.
• In August there is the Flinders 5 Running Festival featuring the 5km fun run/walk and for the
more serious runner there is a half marathon.
• The middle of October sees the annual event of the Flinders Island Show, with both local and
off-island exhibitors.
• The Emita Sports are held every year in early January. This is a fun-filled day for the whole
family followed by a dance in the hall at the Emita Sports Ground that evening.
• Another early January event is the Music in the Vines which is a great day out for all. There’s
music, food and wine…what more do you need?? The day is held at Unavale vineyard at
Badger Corner.
• Other annual events: Australia Day, Anzac Day, Diggers’ Day Golf Tournament, Music on the
Green
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