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May 2008 VOLUME 7

Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster May 2 – 18, 2008

Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience May 17, 2008

Muster Magic Continues

The Muster kicked-off in grand style last Friday night with over 2,000 people filling the streets of Kununurra at the INPEX Opening Street Party. It was a sign of things to come, with many events sold-out during the week.

The action heats-up in week two as we countdown to the Muster highlight, the Kimberley Moon Experience. For those wanting to discover every aspect of this beautiful part of Australia, there are 26 events to enjoy before next weekend. Happy exploring!

  1. Friday May 9 — Wild & Scenic Walks, Under 18s Dance Party, Lovell Gallery Opening & Muster Idol Final More
  2. Saturday May 10 — Kununurra Markets, Poets Picnic, Basketball Carnival, Barramundi Concert & Motocross Challenge More
  3. Sunday May 11 — 4WD Adventure Bash, Teddy Bears Picnic, Basketball Carnival & Astronomy Night More
  4. Monday May 12 — Argyle Diamond Mine Tour, Astronomy Night & Beer and Wine Tastings More
  5. Tuesday May 13 — Waringarri Radio live at the Muster Bar More
  6. Wednesday May 14 — Wild & Scenic Walks, Carlton Hill Station Tour & Music Under the Stars More
  7. Thursday May 15 — Literature & Graves, Agricultural Valley Tour, Sunset Cruise & Colours of the Kimberley More

Friday May 9

Wild and Scenic Walks

TimeDeparting at 5.30am, returning between 7am and 8am
LocationMeet in the carpark opposite the All Seasons Hotel (see the big boab tree)
CostDonations to charity gratefully received
NoteNo dogs allowed
BookingsPlease make a reservation at the Kununurra Visitor Centre - 08 9168 1177

‘I Wanna be a Rock Star’ - Under 18s Dance Party presented by the Kununurra Amateur Theatre Society (KATS)

Time: 5.30 - 7pm Ages 5-12 yrs; 7.30 – 9.30pm Ages 12 – 17 yrs
Location: Kununurra Leisure Centre, Coolibah Drive Kununurra
Cost: $5 per child
Tickets: At the door

Lovell Gallery – The Grand Unveiling

Time6pm
LocationLovell Gallery, 144 Konkerberry Drive
Cost$30 pp, includes beverages and finger food. 18 years and over only.
TicketsLovell Gallery & Kununurra Visitor Centre

Muster Idol Final

Time7pm to late
LocationHotel Kununurra – Messmate Way
CostFree

For more information on these events, visit the website.


Saturday May 10

Kununurra Markets

Time8am – 12 noon
LocationWhite Gum Park
CostFree

Poets Picnic

Time2pm - 4pm
LocationCelebrity Tree Park – Victoria Hwy
CostGold Coin Donation

Garnduwa Ord Valley Muster Basketball Carnival

Time9am – 6pm
LocationOutdoor Basketball Courts – Rod Hodnett Drive
CostFree

Argyle Diamonds Barramundi Concert

Time4pm – 9pm
LocationKununurra Picture Gardens, Coolibah Drive
Cost$2 Adults, $1 Students
Please NoteAlcohol Free Event

JSW Holdings Motocross Challenge

TimeGates open at 1pm, racing kicks off at 4pm. Competition finishes approximately 10pm
LocationIvanhoe Road, near Ivanhoe Crossing
CostGold Coin Donation

For more information on these events, visit the website.

Sunday May 11

East Kimberley Tours and Rotary 4WD Adventure Bash

Time6.30am returning approximately 4:00pm
LocationDeparts Celebrity Tree Park, Victoria Highway
Cost$80 per 4WD
TicketsRegistration forms available from Kununurra Visitor Centre, Travelworld & Little BP

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Time10am - 12noon
LocationCelebrity Tree Park
CostFree

Garnduwa Ord Valley Muster Basketball Carnival

Time9am – 6pm
LocationOutdoor Basketball Courts – Rod Hodnett Drive
CostFree

Motocross Champs @ The Slingair Heliwork Muster Bar

Time6pm - 8pm
LocationHotel Kununurra, Messmate Way
CostFree

Astronomy Night

Time7.30pm - 10pm
LocationZebra Rock Gallery, Packsaddle Rd
Cost$40 per person – Limited Tickets Available
Tickets Kununurra Visitor Centre

For more information on these events, visit the website.

Monday May 12

Wild and Scenic Walks

TimeDeparting at 5.30am, returning between 7am and 8am
LocationMeet in the carpark opposite the All Seasons Hotel (see the big boab tree)
CostDonations to charity gratefully received
NoteNo dogs allowed
BookingsPlease make a reservation at the Kununurra Visitor Centre - 08 9168 1177

Argyle Diamond Mine Tour

Time7:30am depart Kununurra – 4.00pm return to Kununurra
LocationDeparts from, and returns to, Slingair Terminal, Laine Jones Drive, Kununurra Airport
Cost$85 Adults, $55 Children (12 – 16yrs). Includes light lunch and refreshments
ConditionsClosed footware must be worn. Children aged 13-18yrs must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 12 are not permitted on the mine site. No Exceptions
TicketsPlease contact Slingair on 1800 095 500

Beer and Wine Tastings @ The Slingair Heliwork Muster Bar

Time7pm to late
LocationHotel Kununurra, Messmate Way
CostFree

Astronomy Night

Time7.30pm - 10pm
LocationZebra Rock Gallery, Packsaddle Rd
Cost$40 per person – Limited Tickets Available
Tickets Kununurra Visitor Centre

For more information on these events, visit the website.

Tuesday May 13

Waringarri Radio Live Broadcast @ The Slingair Heliwork Muster Bar

Time6pm - 8pm
LocationHotel Kununurra, Messmate Way
CostFree

For more information, visit the website.

Wednesday May 14

Wild and Scenic Walks

TimeDeparting at 5.30am, returning between 7am and 8am
LocationMeet in the carpark opposite the All Seasons Hotel (see the big boab tree)
CostDonations to charity gratefully received
NoteNo dogs allowed
BookingsPlease make a reservation at the Kununurra Visitor Centre - 08 9168 1177

Carlton Hill Station Tour

Time8:30am – 4:30pm
LocationDeparts Kununurra Visitor Centre, Coolibah Drive
Cost$75 per person (includes morning tea, afternoon tea & light lunch) – not suitable for children under 10
TicketsKununurra Visitor Centre

Music Under the Stars

Time6.30 - 8:30pm
LocationHidden Valley Road, Kununurra
Cost$10 Adults, Children Free
TicketsFrom the Gate

For more information on these events, visit the website.

Thursday May 15

Literature and Graves in the Long Grass

Time8am – 12 noon
LocationDeparts Kununurra Visitor Centre, Coolibah Drive, Kununurra
Cost$30 per person (includes morning tea)
TicketsKununurra Visitor Centre

Ord Irrigation Cooperative Agricultural Valley Tour

Time1pm – 4:30pm
LocationDeparts Kununurra Visitor Centre, Coolibah Drive
Cost$45 per person (includes afternoon tea)
TicketsKununurra Visitor Centre

Lake Argyle Cruises Sunset Cruise

Time4pm – 7pm
LocationLake Argyle – Return bus transfers from all Kununurra accommodation
Cost$95 per person, $25 for return transfers
TicketsKununurra Visitor Centre

Colours of the Kimberley

Time6pm
LocationRed Rock Art Gallery, 50 Coolibah Drive
Cost$25 includes gourmet cocktail food and drinks.
TicketsKununurra Visitor Centre & Red Rock Art Gallery

For more information on these events, visit the website.

For further information and tickets please contact the Kununurra Visitor Centre on 08 9168 1177. Tickets for the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience can also be purchased from Travelworld Kununurra, Kimberley Fine Diamonds and the Kununurra Newsagency.

Images courtesy of www.monotron.com. and Tourism WA.

For more information on the 2008 Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster and Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience - visit the website www.ordvalleymuster.com.