School fundraiser
Lake Wangary School is hosting a quiz night to fundraise for school projects at Coffin Bay Yacht Club from 6pm on Saturday, August 23. There will be live music, platters, raffles and prizes throughout the night. Tickets are $20 each, maximum eight people per table. Contact the school for more information.
Nursing lunch
The next lunch for retired and semi-retired nurses from Port Lincoln Health Service will be held on Monday, August 25 at noon at the Marina Hotel. Please RSVP to Shirlene on 0429 056 140 by Friday, August 22 for booking. The group looks forward to seeing everyone there.
Happy Chat
Port Lincoln Ladies Probus Club’s Happy Chat is on Tuesday, August 26 at Port Lincoln Hotel at 10am. Bring something or a memory from your teenage years.
Parkinson’s disease education day
Expert-led sessions for people with Parkinson’s disease, families, carers and clinicians will take place on Wednesday, August 27 from 10am to 3.15pm at Tumby Bay RSL. Dr Suzanne Sharrad will lead the sessions and will also be available for individual consultations on Thursday, August 28. To reserve your spot, contact Tash Clark on 0438 269 502 or tash.clark6@gmail.com, or contact Marie on 0477 213 651 or marieswaffer@gmail.com.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
A discussion forum on prostate cancer will be held from 5pm to 7pm on Friday, September 12 at the Grand Tasman Hotel meeting room in Port Lincoln. Prostate cancer specialist nurse Janet Birkin will be in attendance. For further information, contact Ross Sharrad on 0439 282 242.
Wudinna & District AH&F Show
The Wudinna Showgrounds welcomes a massive day on Saturday, September 13 with horses in action, local craft and pavilion entries, shearing and poultry, as well as plenty of activities for kids, market stalls and live music.
Kimba AH&F Show
With plenty of pavilion sections, machinery displays, market stalls and kids’ activities, you cannot go wrong with having a day out at the Kimba Show on Saturday, September 20. There is something for everyone to enjoy.
Ceduna Oysterfest
Ceduna Oysterfest is a two-day feast celebrating the West Coast’s famous oysters, plus so much more, on the Ceduna foreshore, on Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5. Entertainment, live music, kids’ activities and a fireworks display are highlights of the weekend.
Port Kenny time capsule
The Port Kenny time capsule laid in 1988 will be opened at a special community gathering on Sunday, October 5 at the Port Kenny and District’s Sports Centre, uncovering memories and mementos from the past. The event will run from noon until late – everyone is welcome, with lunch and dinner available to buy. EFTPOS and bar facilities will be available. The time capsule will be opened at 2.30pm. RSVPs are appreciated for catering purposes – RSVP to Chloe at portkennytimecapsule@gmail.com or 0448 653 707.
Yallunda Flat Show
Finish the long weekend on Monday, October 6 at the Yallunda Flat Showgrounds, where you will enjoy activities prioritising the country experience and lifestyle – including shearing, horse events and live music.
Cummins Show and Ag Fair
A fixture on the Cummins calendar for more than 100 years, the Cummins Showgrounds will host equestrian events, pavilion competitions and plenty of machinery to keep you enthused at the Cummins Show and Ag Fair on Saturday, October 11. Activities for the youngsters are also a hit.
Border Dash
Register now for the 35th annual Border Dash on Saturday, October 11. The iconic 13-kilometre run starts in Western Australia and crosses into South Australia to support the Royal Flying Doctor Service. After the dash, stick around for a barbecue and charity auction. Sign up at bordervillageroadhouse.com.au/borderdash-2025
Cleve Show
The Cleve Show on Saturday, October 18 is the final Eyre Peninsula show of the season, where kids can enjoy the fun activities and games on offer and adults can see all the staples of a country show.
Rodeo by the Sea
Streaky Bay will host the bulls, broncs and barrels once again at the popular Rodeo by the Sea event on Saturday, October 18 at Streaky Bay Racecourse. Gates open at 1pm and the main event starts at 4pm. The event is fully catered, with live music, retail vendors and free camping. Early bird tickets are online at rodeobythesea.com.au
Blue Water Raiders Dragon Boat Club
Come and join the group for a morning paddle in the beautiful calm waters of Tumby Bay. The dragon boaters meet every Sunday, weather permitting, at 7.45am, at the Tumby Bay marina boat ramp. No experience is necessary, with life jackets and paddles supplied. Enjoy a single paddle or become a new member. Talk with Tiffany at the Tumby Bay Chemist, or call Verona on 0429 185 908 for more information.
Patchwork Group Ceduna
The Patchwork Group meets at Ceduna Men’s Shed on Eyre Highway every Tuesday from 10.30am to 3pm. Bring along any project you may want to do – you are not limited to patchwork. A small fee of $5 is charged per week, which enables the group to donate any excess funds to the Ceduna Hospital and Village Auxiliary plus Royal Flying Doctor Service, and also to help with the cost of utilities. People are welcome to come along to have a look and a chat. For more information, contact Margaret Spry on 0439 864 428 or Julie Lennell on 0427 688 466.
Busyfingers Craft Group
Ceduna’s Busyfingers Craft Group meets at Ceduna Men’s Shed every Friday from 10.30am to 2pm and people are welcome to bring along any project they would like to. Members have a range of skills from quilting/patchwork, knitting, crocheting, card making, diamond dots, embroidery and more. A small fee of $3 is charged per week. For more details, contact Jocelyn Wighton on 0487 183 954.
Cleve Coffee, chat and craft
Everyone is welcome to join Coffee, Chat and Craft at the Cleve Uniting Church Hall on the third Friday of each month.
Men’s catch up
Our Town Kimba hosts a men’s catch up each Tuesday for morning coffee, toasties and a chat from 10am to 11.30am.
Ladies’ coffee and connection
Coffee and a chat make the perfect blend at Our Town Kimba each Wednesday from 10am until 11.30am, alongside the Healing Hugs quilting group.
Youth hub
The Our Town Kimba shed hosts a relaxed hangout space for young people aged 12 to 17 every Wednesday from 3.30pm to 5.30pm.
RSL bingo
Cowell RSL Sub-Branch holds bingo each Tuesday at 7pm. $15 for 10 games with tea and coffee provided.
Just Love to Dance
Just Love to Dance is starting dance lessons at Port Lincoln RSL Sub-Branch clubrooms each Thursday from 6pm to 9.30pm. The cost is a $5 donation to the RSL. Everyone is welcome. For more information, contact David on 0417 389 724, Ada on 0438 277 684 or email asherry1954@gmail.com.
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