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Tabulam Races, November

Monday 2nd November 2009

Tabulam races are on Saturday 5th November 2011.  An annual event which brings this small rural village to life for one major day. the races are held on the first saturday of November each year. So put on your best outfit and come along and enjoy a great family fun day, prizes for best dressed.  Buses usually travel from Kyogle & Casino to take patrons out to this extravaganza event.  there will beplenty of food, BBQ’s, healthy foods, fruit, icecream etc. Bush tucker provided by the local Bunawalbu Cafe will be available also. Entertainment for the kids will be free, being supplied by Byron Bay Kitz club, with face painting and games. Other stalls will also be there to support theevent.
Camping is also available free from noon Thursday to noon sunday and the racecourse entry fee applies. Entry for the Saturday race day is Adults $15; Student/concession $10; under 14 free.

Tabulam is regionally famous for its annual Spring Racing Carnival, held each year on the Saturday following the Melbourne Cup. The Tabulam racecourse is a dedicated racecourse, a rare and important accolade, and is managed by the Tabulam Jockey Club. The Tabulam Races are held at the local racetrack, located approximately 1km south of the township, on the bank of the Clarence River. The 5 race carnival culminates with the Tabulam Cup, a 2220m race.

further enquiries can be made by contacting 02-66613531

Dump Point

Friday 17th December 2010

A new facility is on offer in the township of Kyogle as of Dec 2010. A new Dump point for septic waste has been established at the Kyogle Showground Trust Reserve. The facility is free to those campers/caravaners/motorhomers who stay within the Showground facility. A cost of $5 will be charged to other uses who just wish to stop and dump.
Further information can be obtained from the Reserve caretakers- Thelma & Denis Barrie 0459537601

Richmond Valley cinema

Thursday 31st March 2011

The credits will scroll down the big screen at Richmond Valley Cinema for the last time on Thursday evening, 31st March 2011.
After more than 11 years running the cinema complex in Kyogle, owners Stuart & Margaret Everett have decided to retire. This decision was not an easy one to make after developing a loyal following of patrons from Kyogle, Casino and surrounding districts. They are hoping that someone will come along and buy the complex and take it over to continue providing affordable entertainment for the citizens of Richmond Valley.

Shannon Ponton ( Biggest Looser fame) to open new Kyogle Community Gym

Sunday 3rd July 2011

Australia’s most famous personal trainer, Shannon Ponton is coming to Kyogle to open the new Kyogle Community Gym on Saturday, July 23rd 2011.
The well-respected star of television’s The Biggest Looser series, Shannon is known for his belief in people making changes in their health and fitness.
The Kyogle Community Gym will be launched at 11am, and the day will feature a welcome to the country by elder Patsy Nagas, formal opening by Shannon Ponton, examples of classes run by local fitness instructors, lots of prizes and giveaways and a free lunch from 12 midday.
The Gym, which will be housed underneath the grandstand at the Kyogle Showground has seen a great transformation of the heritage building. Anyone who saw it before comments on just how much of a transformation it is.
To RSVP please ring (02) 66321833 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Active Kyogle is a three year federally-funded health promotion program managed by Kyogle Together in partnership with the Northern NSW Local Health Network.

New Ritchies IGA Supermarket

Sunday 3rd July 2011

The residents of Kyogle are eagerlly awaiting the grand opening of the New Ritchies IGA supermarket on Tuesday, 2nd August. The supermarket will be housed in the newly built Kyogle Shopping Centre at the northern end of the shopping precinct on Summerland Way. The Shopping Centre will also have two other individal shops.
The IGA Supermarket will be much larger than the current one and will also incorporate a Leonards Chicken counter and a liquor outlet.

Winners announcement-North Coast Tourism Awards 2011

Thursday 15th September 2011

Kyogle Shire can be very proud of some of their tourism operators who were successful at this years North Coast Tourism Awards, held in Grafton 27th August.
Winner of Unique Accommodation was Clarence River Wilderness Lodge
Silver award- Adventure Tourism was Clarence River Canoes
Finalist in Delux Accommodation- Ripples on the Creek

Congratulations to all concerned.

Tidy Towns-State Winner-Kyogle

Monday 14th November 2011

The citizens of Kyogle are standing and taking a bow- as Kyogle took out the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Overall Tidy Towns, Sustainable Communities title at the recent annual awards held in Lithgow. The town will now go on to represent NSW at the National Awards to be held in Canberra next year.
As the tidy Towns assessor, Gary Howling commented, “I found community participation in Kyogle to be both wide in its reach, deep in commitment and inspirational in the quality of its vision. Council and youth combine remarkably well with senior residents to ensure an effective mix of energy, vibrancy and efficiency. The local Tidy Towns Committee is worthy of particular commendation for its commitment to ensuring that anyone who has something to offer is able to find a place, encouragement and acknowledgement of their involvement.”
As well as winning the overall state award, Kyogle won its catergory (towns with populations between 1201-4000), the Waste Management and Litter Reduction award and the Wildlife Corridors and Habitats Conservation Award. It was also highly commended in the Bush Spirit Award and the Schools Environment Award.
Further details of the Awards can be found on http://www.kabnsw.org.au

Xmas lunch-2011 Kyogle

Monday 28th November 2011

If you are looking for somewhere to have lunch on Xmas day (2011), “Ripples on the Creek”, about a 20mins drive from the Kyogle Township (6kms along the Grady’s Creek Rd (known as Lions Rd)) will be offering a Tradional Christmas menu. Take the stress out of Christmas and have it all wrapped up for you. Cost will be $47.50 per person. Contact Ripples restaurant on 0266366230 to make a booking. They will also be open Christmas eve 9am-3pm & dinner at 6pm and Boxing day 9am-3pm.

The Annual Kyogle Community Christmas luncheon will be held at the Kyogle Senior Citizens Hall, cnr Bloore & Wyangarie Sts ( behind the Swimming pool) on Christmas Day from 12noon. The luncheon is open to anyone who would like to attend and attracts a cross -section of people; from new arrivals, travellers, singles, couples and seniors. Cost will be $15.00 for adults and bookings are essential. Contact cater, Russell Cullen on 0266333150 before 16th Dec would be appreciated. Being a community event this is made possible by all the people who volunteer their time to setup, serve and clean up afterwards. Music is provided by local musicians.
There is no reason to be on your own on Xmas day. So come along. There usually are presents for the kids and fun to be had by all.

Carol’s by Candlelight 2011

Friday 2nd December 2011

Kyogle Lions club, Carols by Candlelight will be held at the Kyogle Amphitheatre, next to the Kyogle Visitor Information Centre on sunday, December 11, at 6.30pm. All welcome.
Bring you blanket or chair to sit on, bring your singing voice and come along with all the family.

Christmas Eve Carols 2011

Wednesday 21st December 2011

Kyogle’s annual Christmas Eve Carols will be held at the amphitheatre (next to the Tourist Information Centre) again this year. The evening will begin with a free sausage sizzle at 6pm, with the carol seervice from 7-8pm. during the service, donations for the Christmas bowl will be taken. this year focuses on conservation farming in zimbarwe.
Following the service, free cake and codial will be available, with soft drinks for sale.
NOTE: If it is raining, the service will held at the KMI ( Kyogle Memorial Institute Hall- Summerland Way-northern end of shops).

Woodenbong annual show

Friday 3rd February 2012

The Annual Woodenbong Show will be held at the Woodenbong Showground and is offering a fun family day on sunday 29 April 2012.
contact Pam Walker 0266364348 or mobile 0417908741.
Entry will be Kids $4; Adults $8, Family $20.
For a variety of activities and events, come along for an enjoyable day. Sat evening; Free entry to BBQ & Band. Open to all.