Issue 50 Aurora Magazine September 2022

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what's on Mount Barker Wildflower and Nature Photo Exhibition The 2022 annual Mount Barker wildflower and nature photo competition has been held with many excellent entries. An exhibition of all entries will be held from 14 to 23 October at the Frost Oval Pavilion in Mount Barker between the hours of 9.30am and 4.40pm. Sections include Western Australian wildflowers, native fauna, landscape and wilderness, and all of the 300-plus entries in the competition will be on display. The exhibition gives entrants a chance to compare their photos with other entries and for visitors to choose their own favourite in the ‘People’s Choice’ awards. Entry to the exhibition is by donation which helps to fund the costs of conducting the competition and exhibition. 20TH MOUNT BARKER WILDFLOWER & NATURE PHOTO COMPETITION Exhibition All entries in the 2022 photo competition will be exhibited in the Frost Oval Pavilion, McDonald avenue, Mount Barker. Friday 14th October to Sunday 23rd Oct inclusive. From 9.30 to 4.30 pm daily. Enquiries to David Aldred, 0478 162 997, or Joan Clarke 0419 097 754. Katanning’s Sustainable Fair Day Join in the conversation of sustainability in Katanning and surrounds with a range of workshops, discussions, and demonstrations at Katanning Town Square. Enjoy food and family activities while learning about everyday changes that people can make to help our environment. Events includes the Katanning Farmers Market on from 8am - 12pm at the Shearing Shed at 4 Pemble Street (Katanning Leisure Centre) which features an array of locally made items, home produce and yummy treats. While you are town, don’t forget to browse the second hand and sustainable shops that are extending opening hours for the event. This event is brought to you by Shire of Katanning, Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal and in partnership with RAC, through its Reconnect WA initiative, which aims to create vibrant streets and public spaces for Western Australians to interact and connect with each other. This event is also included in the Great Southern Treasures’ Bloom Festival 2022 proudly presented by WCP Civil. For more information contact Angela at angela.george@katanning.wa.gov.au Great Southern Treasure Bloom Festival As the wildflower season is upon us, so too in this year’s Bloom Festival. Each year the Bloom Festival provides an opportunity for communities to work together and celebrate ‘everything that blooms’ in the region. Naturally, the focus of the festival is the exotic wildflowers, incredible landscapes and natural beauty that make up our incredibly diverse region. There is a whole month of activities spanning across nine Shires and 26 towns including more than 50 events and displays. Events and activities include arts, crafts, displays, exhibitions, fauna and flora themed activities, creative workshops, food events, markets, Noongar cultural events, open gardens, live music and guided flower walks and tours. For the more adventurous types there are guided orchid hikes throughout the Stirling and Porongurup ranges. Events and ticket sales are now live on the Great Southern Treasure website. www.greatsoutherntreasures.com.au 28 LOVE LOCAL
what's on Enjoy Spring at Albany’s Historic Whaling Station Now that spring has sprung, the Wildflower Garden and Wildlife Park at Albany’s Historic Whaling Station are bursting to life with beautiful blooms, new baby animals, and a range of wonderful springtime activities for you to enjoy. Across the season, you can join a Garden Highlights Walk & Talk through the Regional Wildflower Garden. Each walk is tailored to focus on what is flowering and will give you an opportunity to discover some of our regions hidden treasures. The walks commence at 12:30pm on Mondays and Thursdays from 1 September, excluding public holidays, entry fees apply. Historic Whaling Station • Australian Wildlife • Wildflower Garden WATERCOLOUR & WILDFLOWERS Plein Air workshop with Ros Jenke INSPIRED BY NATURE ART EXHIBITION & SALE Southern Art & Craft Trail 24 September - 9 October Gallery open daily 9:00am - 5:00pm The Albany Plein Air Group return this spring with their Inspired by Nature art exhibition and sale, as part of the 2022 Southern Art & Craft Trail. This free exhibition features a wonderful variety of artwork by ten artists of local landscapes and seascapes, as well as a selection of nature-inspired paintings. On display and sale from 24 September to 9 October, gallery open 9am to 5pm daily. After two seasons of sold-out workshops, Ros Jenke is back with Watercolour & Wildflowers - A Plein Air Workshop. Immerse yourself in Albany’s beautiful Regional Wildflower Garden for a day of plein air painting while learning the techniques of sketching and painting in the open air, 29 September and 6 October. This 4.5 hour tutored workshop is suitable for all skill levels and includes a delicious picnic lunch and refreshments overlooking the King George Sound. Bookings are essential, as places are limited. 29 September & 6 October 10:30am - 3:00pm Bookings essential NOCTURNAL WILDLIFE PARK TOUR After dark guided tour 27 & 29 September, 6:00pm 4 & 6 October, 6:00pm Bookings essential The popular Nocturnal Wildlife Tours return for four nights only, 27 and 29 September and 4 and 6 October at 6pm. Meet the amazing Aussie animals and passionate wildlife keepers on this ‘after dark’ guided tour. Bring your family and friends to discover the nocturnal furry, feathered and scaly wildlife in a whole new light. Bookings are essential, as places are limited. Experience the best of The Amazing South Coast at Australia’s last Whaling Station. Open 7 days 9am - 5pm (Closed 25 Dec) 81 Whaling Station Road, Albany Western Australia 6330 P. (08) 9844 4021 | E. reception@discoverybay.com.au discoverybay.com.au LOVE LOCAL 29
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