home

 

clarence coast

 

clarence country

 

accommodation

 

activities, attractions & services

 

eating out

 

conference/convention

 

events

 

national parks

 

transport

 

downloads

 

contact

 

links

home  >  events  >  october

events for the month of October 2010

Major Events:

2nd & 3rd October  
  East Coast Commercials NBN - Grafton Bridge to Bridge Ski Race 0412 282 280
 

Grafton

Mark Stephenson
 

Witness some of the most exciting waterskiing in Australia. Time trials start at 8am on the 3rd followed by a Street parade of boats from the Grafton showground down Prince St. to the Crown Hotel. Sunday's main events start at 9am. Visit the website for more details.

(visit website)

     
2nd & 3rd October  
  Minnie Water Family Fishing Festival (02) 6649 7693
 

Minnie Water

Barry Chevalley
 

Fishing for everyone at Minnie Water with Men's, ladies and kids fishing competitions for deep sea or beach fishing with prizes for the best in each class. There is a BBQ on Sunday at the final weigh in and all the fish are auctioned off with the proceeds going to Charity.

     
3rd October  
  Australian National Goanna Pulling Championships (02) 6649 7740
 

Wooli

Kellie Reardon
 

25TH ANNIVERSARY

Two combatant's face-off on all fours in a tug-o-war like contest for a cash prize with a thick leather strap tied between their heads. This fun filled family day also has a woodchoppers event, jumping castle, fun rides, food and market stalls.

     
30th October to 7th November  
  Grafton Jacaranda Festival (02) 6642 3959
  Grafton Libby Pigg
 

Join Grafton in celebrating the oldest family floral event in Australia. Jacaranda Queen Crowning, the Grand Float Procession, Dragon Boat Racing, and Venetian Carnival & firework display are some of the highlights of this event. Download a full program from their website.

(visit website)

For a full list of the events for October download our

12-month Calendar of Events.