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365 Things to do in Wagga #105 – Monster trucks family spectacular
For one night only, 6000 horsepower will be unleashed. Five Methanol breathing V8 Monster trucks in a massive car crushing, high flying show at the Wagga Wagga Showground in Bourke Street this Saturday the 9th March. Fans will be kept on the edge of their seats with Monster Trucks reaching new heights with huge air time and gigantic jumps. There will be lots of events for the whole family to enjoy including freestyle motorbikes, a massive fireworks display and loads more. The adrenalin is sure to be pumping with the Monster Trucks firing up...
read more365 Things to do in Wagga #104 – 2013 AFL NAB Cup
For all those AFL footy fans, you will not want to miss this. The GWS Giants take on the Brisbane Lions in the second round of the NAB Cup this Saturday March 2, underlights on the newly transformed Robertson Oval. This is not only very exciting because it is the first NAB Cup match to be played in Wagga Wagga, a city that has a great AFL heritage, but this weekend also sees the grand opening of the multimillion-dollar upgraded Robertson oval. After 18 months of development it is time to showcase the final product to the Riverina. It’s...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #103 – Building Expo
If you’re considering moving home or even building one, then Wagga’s inaugural Building Expo is the place to be this weekend. Hosted by Brunslea Park Estate, the Building Expo will provide invaluable information on building, finance options and government grants… plus plenty of amusements to keep the kids entertained. Local builders will be available on the day, showcasing their new home plans, financial representatives will be offering free home loan advice, and sessions on a number of topics, such as sustainable living and legislation,...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #102 – Wagga Wagga Show (annual)
It’s that time of year again when the showground is overrun by carnies… where clowns are as common as the ornamental pears along the streets of Tatton, and the gaudy tunes of numerous amusements fill the air. From 9.00am tomorrow morning, Thursday September 27, 2012, the gates will open to this year’s Wagga Wagga Show, promising two days of fun and excitement! Take a walk down side show alley, through the abundance of amusements and rides on offer, and you may soon find yourself twisting high above the crowds on a ferris wheel. And...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #101 – Fabulous Fakes Exhibition (annual)
You may never have the opportunity to see one of Van Goph’s original masterpieces, however you may have the chance to see an exceptional replica at this year’s Fabulous Fakes Exhibition. Hosted by the Wagga Wagga Art Society, a community based organisation dedicated to exploring and stimulating the creativity of artists within Wagga, the Fabulous Fakes exhibition is an annual event. Each year, members of the society create impressive replicas of paintings by famous, deceased artists, showcasing their talent. This year’s event is to be...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #100 – Festival of cycling (annual)
Next week is NSW Bike Week, and Wagga Wagga will be celebrating with a week of cycling festivities. A Statewide NSW Government initiative, Bike Week aims to promote a healthy, easy, low cost and environmentally friendly way of getting around. From tomorrow, Saturday September 15 through until Sunday September 23, 2012, there will be a series of events promoting cycling, giving you the opportunity to get back on your bike and experience some of the great areas Wagga has to offer. With events to suits all levels of riders, from the experienced...
read moreHow you can be more sustainable in your home
Do you want to help look after the environment and save money too? Well you can do both simply by adopting sustainable lifestyle habits. We can all make a few simple changes in our life that may seem small, but all help to make a big difference in the long run. Following are some of the things you can do in and around your home. Repair, re-use and recycle: one way to be more sustainable is to cut down on the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. We can all help reduce waste by recycling more, repairing and re-using items and by thinking...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #99 – Challenge yourself with social chess (fortnightly)
Chess… a board game of strategic skill, also known as the game of kings. A game with an astounding number of possible moves, that can be ended with just two. A game that is both challenging and fun. If you consider yourself a bit of a Grandmaster, maybe it’s time to find someone new to take on. Perhaps you dabble every now and then, and think of yourself as more of a novice. Maybe you’ve never even played. Whatever level of skill you possess, the Wagga Wagga Chess Club looks forward to meeting you. Formed in 2010, the club comes together...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #98 – Dragon boat racing
Heaped in tradition and rituals, dragon boat racing originated over 2500 years ago in southern China. As the basis for water rituals and celebrations, the tradition is believed to have been for the veneration of the Asian dragon water deity. Known as the ruler of rivers, lakes and seas, as well as the clouds, mists and rain, the dragon deity needed to be venerated to ensure plentiful crops. Dragon boat racing was held once a year to encourage rains for prosperity, and it is thought that sacrifices through drowning may have been involved, with...
read more365 things to do in Wagga #97 – Australian Poetry Slam heat (annual)
“Poets are soldiers that liberate words from the steadfast possession of definition.” So said Eli Khamarov from The Shadow Zone. Are you a soldier ready to liberate your words? Make your stand at this year’s Wagga Wagga heat of the annual Australian Poetry Slam on Friday September 14, 2012. Hosted by the Home Tavern Hotel, the event will be open to a maximum of 20 entrants. Armed with a microphone only, you’ll take to the stage with two minutes to impress the judges. Just two minutes to tell your story… or sing it… rap it…...
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