DECEMBER 2018 CENTRAL COAST TOURISM NEWS AND EVENTS

CHRISTMAS WISHES Merry Christmas from staff at the Ulverstone Visitor Information Centre. The Centre will be open everyday 9am to 5pm, except Christmas Day, we will be closed, so that we can all enjoy the Christmas spirit with our families. Thank you all for your continued support of our Visitor Information Centres. We hope you have a great start to Christmas month, all the very best for the festive season and a safe and prosperous New Year.

MEET CAPPY We are excited to present our newest arrival to the Wings Wildlife Park family, Cappy the Capybara. This unusual individual spends his days exploring his new home, laying around in the sun and swimming in his pool. Come along and meet Cappy and all his new friends at Wings Wildlife Park. For more information about our animals and hands on encounter opportunities offered here at the park, please call 6429 1151 or email us at [email protected]. Open 10am-4pm daily.

LEVEN RIVER CRUISES Following is a customer review - “What a great activity and a must-do for the north-west region of Tasmania. We took the four-hour cruise with picnic option added. Easy to access the departure point with loads of parking. Captain Kim takes the cruise boat up river with a first class entertaining and informative commentary. A lunch stop in some historic and preserved bushland. The picnic lunch we had ordered was fantastic- great variety of quality foods and drinks nicely presented. The walking tour Kim does around the picnic area is a must with some impressive trees, manferns, and birdlife on the walk. All in all a relaxing enjoyable interesting and entertaining day. Excellent value for money as well Kim is a friendly and genuine person and really knows her stuff with an abundance of stories about the region and the surroundings you visit. Highly recommended.” Andrew. For bookings phone 0400 130 258 or visit www.levenrivercruises.com.au

LENDING A HAND – IT’S IN OUR NATURE Volunteering at the Penguin Visitor Information Centre, 78 Main Road, Penguin Tas The Penguin Visitor Information Centre is always looking for volunteers to join their team. If you have time available and like the thought of assisting tourists with their travel plans, then call us – we have a place for you on our team. Tourism industry training and familiarization tours are available to you to bring you up to speed on our visitor attractions. As a registered volunteer you’ll also be eligible for some great discounts. So if you’d like to wear the ‘Coast to Canyon’ shirt along with the rest of our proud volunteers, call the Council’s Visitor Services Coordinator, Susanne Clear on 6425 2839, drop into the Ulverstone Visitor Information Centre and introduce yourself or send an email to [email protected]

Fulton Hogan Tasmanian Christmas Sports Carnivals – Cycling Criterium 30 December The Fulton Hogan Tasmanian Christmas Sports Carnivals will once again come to Ulverstone, with a Cycling Criterium on Sunday 30th December. Start-Finish line: Dial Street, Bicentennial Park. 12.30 p.m.: Masters, 18 laps of a 1.1km circuit (19.8kms). 1.15 p.m.: Women, 18 laps of a 1.1km circuit (19.8kms). 2.15 p.m.: Elite Men, 30 laps of a 1.1km circuit (33kms). Whilst the cycling itself will run from 12.30-3.15pm, there will also be a festival at the Outdoor Entertainment Centre in Bicentennial Park which will run from 12.30pm to 4.30pm – with live entertainment from popular local musicians, Lasca Dry, Dylan Boys, and The Ringmasters who will perform a range of hit songs you just can’t help but dance to, food vendors and free children’s entertainment. There will be free mountain bike skills coaching sessions for children of all skill levels – spaces are limited, so registrations are essential. For further information please contact [email protected] or Ph 64298900

ULVERSTONE’S CYCLING FESTIVAL LANDS COMMERCIAL BACKING Coastal companies SeaRoad and Derrico Cycles will link with Central Coast Council to host an international cycling criterium extravaganza and family festivities at Ulverstone’s Bicentennial Park on Sunday, December 30. Commencing at 12.30 p.m., the program will feature three events over a technical and crowd-pleasing 1.1km criterium circuit, starting and finishing in Dial Street, and taking in Victoria, Main, King Edward and Water Streets. The program will kick-off with an 18-lap race for veteran riders, followed at 1.15 p.m. by a women’s event over the same distance, then – at 2.15 p.m. - a grand finale 30-lap men’s elite contest featuring some of the world’s greatest track and criterium cyclists. Top-rated Sydney youngster Cameron Scott, winner of last year’s Ulverstone criterium – in addition to street race victories at Devonport and Burnie – will return, along with three members of Australia’s world record-breaking gold-medal winning men’s pursuit team at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games – Sam Welsford (WA), Kelland O’Brien (Vic) and Alex Porter (SA). Star Europeans, the German Christian Grasmann and Moritz Augenstein, and Austrian Stefan Matzner will test the Australians at every turn and rise on the tricky Ulverstone circuit. The veteran Grasmann won the Fulton Hogan Cup for the champion criterium rider at the carnivals in 2013 and again in 2014. Devonport’s Macey Stewart and Anya Louw, Launceston’s Lauren Perry, American champion Colleen Gulick and Gold Coast Games gold medallist Alex Manly (SA) will inject plenty of fireworks into the women’s criterium, especially Macey who crashed early in last year’s race and was disappointed not to complete the course. The cycling events will be backed by a wonderfully-entertaining program of live music and family-based activities in Bicentennial Park – backed by Central Coast Council and enthusiastically supported by SeaRoad’s executive chairman Chas Kelly whose maternal grandfather was Ulverstone’s stationmaster in the mid-20th century. “The carnivals are great for kids and families,” Mr. Kelly said. “I like the Central Coast Council’s concept for the Ulverstone criteriums – top-flight cyclists and role models combined with plenty of entertainment in the park.”

BLUE WREN RESTAURANT Blue Wren Restaurant is located in West Ulverstone on 225 Penguin Road. We have a Great View of Goat Island and are open Wednesday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm. We have Late Breakfast, Lunch and Morning and Afternoon Tea Menus. It's a Great Road for tourists to take to go from Ulverstone to Penguin and we sit in a Great spot to stop for a cup of coffee or a meal. We also offer a Roast special on every Sunday. You can find us on Facebook (The Blue Wren Restaurant) or phone (03) 6425 4463.

VISITING DRIVERS AND MOTORCYCLISTS If you’re visiting Tasmania and intend to drive a car or ride a motorbike while here, there are a few simple tips and rules you should know that will help keep you and your passengers’ safe. Tasmania is a great place to explore. Beautiful scenery, changing landscapes and roads, or even visit to meet Bobbie the Bear, all make for a great journey, but conditions can take visitors by surprise. Visit https://www.rsac.tas.gov.au/visitingdrivers/ for more information.

NOVO LUXURY APARTMENT Novo Luxury Apartment is located Level 1, 93 Main Road, Penguin. Newly renovated c. 1912 heritage listed property in the coastal seaside town of Penguin, Tasmania. Enjoy 180 degree uninterrupted north facing sea views over Bass Strait just 10 meters from Penguin beach. Relax and enjoy in this private stunning luxury 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment of approx. 300sqm featuring spacious relaxed open plan living and entertainment areas decorated with beautiful artworks and stunning furnishings to ensure your stay is truly unique. Comfortably sleeping 6 guests, with an additional 2 guests upon request this property is ideal for holiday rental, special occasions and private functions upon request. BOOKINGS can be made via our website www.novoluxuryapartment.com.au ENQUIRIES email [email protected] or call Tania on 0408 450 116 or Chris on 0417 050 199. LIKE US ON Instagram and Facebook.

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If you have an item to add to the newsletter or would like more information, please contact Susanne Clear at the Ulverstone Visitor Information Centre, phone 6425 2839, email [email protected] 3 DECEMBER 2018 EVENTS CALENDAR

DECEMBER 2018

Tue Yarning Café – Tuesday afternoons 1pm to 4pm @ No. 34 Aboriginal Health Service, 34 Alexandra Road, Ulverstone. Bring your kids and come join us for a free cuppa + yarn… enjoy the play space! 0-5 years and families welcome.

Tue Care Beyond Cure – 3 Gollan Street, Ulverstone. A fortnightly space for individuals with a diagnosed ‘progressive’ life limiting illness and their family carer. Art try me activities, gentle yoga, massage, wrap me in memories, reflexology, tai chi, art therapy, art workshops, oncology massage, mindfulness, social support, bereavement care. Contact 0407 427 575 for the required registration form or email [email protected]

Tue, Wed & Thu Judo – Ulverstone Judo Club, Flora Street, West Ulverstone. Training Juniors Tuesday night 5.00pm – 7.00pm and Seniors Wednesday and Thursday nights 6.30pm – 8.00pm. For further information contact John Deacon 0419 002 026.

Wed, Thu, Sat Penguin Golf Club - bring your golf clubs, come for a game of golf at the picturesque Penguin Golf Club where visitors are welcome at all times. Join our competitions on Wednesdays, ladies at 9am; Thursdays, Vets Men/Women/Visitors 9 for 9.30am start. Saturdays, Men/Women from 8.30am. Course available other times at $20 green fee. Penguin Golf Club, Sports Complex Road, Penguin. For further information visit www.penguingolfclub.com.au

Thu Open Heart Meditation – RESEED Centre, 30 King Edward Street, Penguin. Thursdays 6.30pm to 7.30pm in the Lotus Room. All Welcome – try a gentle, guided and natural way to connect deeper to your heart-centre. $5 contribution requested for room hire. All our session leaders are volunteers. First Thursday each month free Reiki attunements at 8pm.For more information phone Gill 0427 907 779.

Thu Vipassana Meditation – for students who have sat a 10 day course of Vipassana Meditation. RESEED Centre, 30 King Edward Street, Penguin, Thursdays at 6.30pm. Please bring your own cushion, mate and blanket. For more information phone Olga Wilson 0475 062 269 or email [email protected]

Thu Traditional Yoga – for all in West Ulverstone. Classes at 11am/2pm on a Thursday or at a time to suit you. Please call Debbie on 0476 151 669 for more information.

Mon Threshold Choir – RESEED Centre, 30 King Edward Street, Penguin. Mondays at 7pm. Singing gently at the thresholds of life in over 150 communities around the world. For more information email Dianne [email protected]

Mon & Thu Ulverstone Aqua Exercise Sessions – Ulverstone Swim Centre, off Leighlands Avenue, Ulverstone. Monday and Thursdays 7pm (commencing 13th Feb to Dec). 10 - $110 (or $12 per session). Concession 10 - $90 (or $10 per session). For more information phone 0458 407 872.

Fri Mornings PlayConnect – Friday mornings at 9.30am to 11.00am (during school terms) at the Penguin Playgroup Building, 46 Main Road, Penguin. Free. For 0-6yr olds who may have Autism Spectrum Disorder characteristics, developmental delay in communication and social skills and/or behavioural and sensory issues. Come along and connect with others, talk, play and share information and experience. No diagnosis needed. To register your interest phone 0428 633 214 or free call 1800 171 882 Email [email protected] Sat 1 Movement Workshop – RESEED Centre, 30 King Edward Street, Penguin 10am to 5pm, $90, bookings theamateurscompany.com/agenda . The Movement Classes are par of the Conscious Body Project, which aims at teaching individuals and professionals to establish a deep connection with their self through their body in order to live a healthier and more empowered life. At this workshop we will be moving, but also learning exercise to quieten the mind, relax tension in the body, gain balance, flexibility, strength, and a very physical experience of confidence and determination.

Sat 1 Reiki Healing Circle – Red Cross Hall, King Edward Street, Ulverstone, 11am to 5pm. First Saturday of each month. Cost $5 or donation to cover hire cost and light refreshments. Reiki is a form of hands-on healing that accesses “life force” or “universal energy”, and sharing it be the laying on of hands with intentions, e.g. love and light. Reiki is best applied and received when there is a conscious belief by both the recipient and healer, so that energy can be received. In this session, healing and intentions are shared within a group setting, and it is hoped that each participant receives some form of healing or benefit by the end. Doors open at 10.30am, 11am Grounding; shielding; hand activation; self-reiki, 11.40am Group healing, 12.30pm Lunch (bring your own), 1pm Group healing, 2.30pm to 4pm themed mini workshops e.g. gemstones and healing, angel card reading, massage and essential oils. We welcome you to join our Reiki Healing Circle. Tea and coffee making facilities available. Donations to the Red Cross welcome on site. For further information contact Wani 0439 106 139 or email [email protected]

Sat 1 Matt & CJ Live – The Bridge Hotel Forth from 9pm till late. Free event. Matt & CJ are back at The Bridge Hotel, Forth. www.facebook.com/events/1793240477468061

Sat 1 Christmas Dinner - Hosted by Fonzies Rock n Roll Lindy Hop Swing Dance Lessons DJ from 18:00-23:30 at Ulverstone Rowing Club, Kings Parade, Ulverstone. Skooterz returns to the Ulverstone Rowing Club for another rockin Christmas Dinner. Looking for somewhere to have your work or family Christmas Dinner and with great live entertainment. Then this is for you. Group and Table bookings available. https://www.facebook.com/events/189913688489395/ Bookings Rodney 0411 861 772, Christine 0403 234 670, Allan 0409 313 510, email [email protected]

Sat 1 Ladies Day: A Girl’s Day Out Trout Fishing – Held on the first Saturday in December at Hiscutt Park, Crescent Street, Penguin from 10.30am to 2pm, by the Ulverstone Anglers Club. Gold coin donation, bait only and no angling licence is required. Limit of 3 fish per person. For further information contact Sheryl Thomson 0418 528 606. And family day on Sunday.

Sun 2 Country Mix & Guests – Ulverstone Bowls Club from 1.00pm to 5pm. Entry $5 per person. Sit and relax and listen to some good country blues and Rock & Roll. Bring your lunch or nibbles. Enquiries to Liz 0488 773 686.

Sun 2 Pete Cornelius Band Sunday Session – The Bridge Hotel Forth 3pm to 6pm. Tickets $10, pay at the venue. Tasmanian Blues and Roots Aficionado Pete Cornelius is bringing the Pete Cornelius Band to The Bridge Hotel Forth for a Sunday afternoon of original songs and handpicked covers. www.facebook.com/events/325728728213088/

Sun 2 The Message of Pain – RESEED Centre, 30 King Edward Street, Penguin, 10am to 5pm, $90, bookings theamateurscompany.com/agenda At this workshop you will learn how to deal with pain, whether that pain was initially physical or emotional in its nature. We will learn how to respond to the body’s call through paying attention and understanding what the body is saying through that pain. By focusing our attention on the pain, stopping our reaction to pain, and allowing the body to relax, we will offer a chance to the body to deal with the pain, allowing it to evolve, flow, change or dissolve.

Sun 2 Nova Showcase – Leven Theatre, Civic Centre, Patrick Street, Ulverstone 6.30pm. End of the year showcase for the Nova Competition Dance Team. Tickets available at www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=446651& Contact Ayla Nutting Ph 0419 186 652.

Sun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Tai Chi / Qigong + Meditation Classes –Every Sunday morning 10.30am to 12noon, Red Cross Hall, King Edward Street, Ulverstone. Special offer: 4 classes for $20. Phone Pauline 0418 496 986. Qigong teacher with 20 years experience.

Sun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Buddha-Heart Fellowship - Meditation, Compassion & Healing – Authentic teachings given by resident teacher: Ven. Shih Jingang. Every Sunday at 1pm, Zen House Studio, 100

5 Main Street, Penguin. Donations are welcome. For enquiries visit www.buddhaname.org or phone 0417 595 600.

Sun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Penguin Market – Arnold Street, Penguin. Penguin Market is northern Tasmania’s largest market offering over 70 stalls, all under cover. Quality product lines include fine Tasmanian woodwork, jewellery, fashion, giftware, handmade craft and home wares, as well as fresh produce. Try the food court. Operates every Sunday from 9am to 3pm. Phone 0400 903 031.

Sun 2, 16 Ulverstone Miniature Railway - Maskells Road Reserve, Ulverstone. Enjoy a ride on our miniature railway, which features three separate gauges - 3 1/2”, 5” and 7 1/4” and three separate track layouts. Commencing at 10.30am to 3.00pm. We are open to the public every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Open weekdays for school outings, playgroups etc., by arrangement. Contact Allan Wilton 0409 516 290.

Mon 3 TCCI Roadshow Dinner with Saul Eslake – Report Author, and Renowned Economist presenting the Tasmanian Report. Hosted by the Central Coast Chamber of Commerce & Industry at Pedro’s, Ulverstone from 6.45pm. Tickets $75-$90 devonporttickets.com.au The TCCI along with the Central Coast Chamber of Commerce and Industry presents this years Tasmanian Roadshow for 2018. www.facebook.com/events/1083624905138216/

Mon 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Tai Chi Ulverstone – Tai Chi class every Monday afternoon at the Uniting Church Hall, Reibey Street, Ulverstone. Breathing, balance, posture, gentle Qigong and the discipline of the Tai Chi form. Join in at 1pm, beginners or previous practitioners welcome. For enquiries contact Barbara on 6425 5275 or [email protected]

Mon 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Turners Beach Indoor Bowls Club – Every Monday from 7pm to 9pm at the Turners Beach Hall. New Members Welcome.

Mon 3, 10, 17 Bingo – West Ulverstone Sports Club, Amy Street, West Ulverstone. Every Monday night 7.30pm start. For further information phone Diane 0400 822 371.

Tue 4 North West Support Group for MND – Meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday every month at the Ulverstone Returned Serviceman’s Club, 21 King Edward Street, Ulverstone at 10.30am. If you require information please contact The Melbourne office of MND on 1800 777 175. Melbourne will pass the message on, and you will be contacted. They are open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Wed 4 Ulverstone Seniors Noteworthy Choir Practice – Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club, 16 King Edward Street. Every Wednesday at 1.15pm. Cost $4. For more information phone 6425 2482.

Tue 4 Historical Machinery Club of Tas Inc. Meeting – 7.30pm Park Street, Penguin (Old Council Depot). Open to people who collect old machinery and tractors. For further information contact the President Brian Ling 0418 513 431.

Wed 5 Central Coast Film Society Inc. – Lincoln Screening 6.30pm for 7pm, Leven Theatre, Patrick Street, Ulverstone. Light drinks and refreshments afterward. Membership for sale on the night, $20 for 3 months or $30 for 6 months. For further information phone 6425 4572 or email [email protected]

Wed 5 North West Film Society Screening – Mr Stein Goes Online @ 7pm. Do you love movies from around the world? Then come to our screenings at CMAX Cinema Devonport. Annual or part memberships available. More details on our website www.nwfs.org.au of from the CMAX Candy Bar.

Wed 5, 12, 19 Talking & Walking – Ottos Grotto at 9.30am. Getting active, stepping out, company and conversation. Enjoy the great pathways. Meet up for a 45-60 minute walk, at your own pace once a week. For more information phone 6429 8900.

Wed 5, 12, 19 Penguin Community Garden – North West Environment Centre. Penguin Community Garden, 235 Ironcliffe Road, Penguin. Open Wednesdays 10am to 12noon. All Welcome! https://nwec.org.au/

Thu 6 Central Coast Garden Club Inc – Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month except January. 1.00pm at the East Ulverstone Football Clubrooms, at the end of Parsons Street,

6 Ulverstone. We have a monthly newsletter, access to gardening books and videos from the club library, coast trips to gardens of interest and nurseries, guest speakers, demonstrations, sharing knowledge and experience, trade tables, show and tell and collectors corner, making new friends and participation in social functions. For further information contact Sue Rodman, phone 6425 3369 or Betty Catelli, phone 6425 5203.

Thu 6 Resident Christmas Luncheon – Ulverstone Neighbourhood House, 8-10 Lugana Crescent, Ulverstone from 11.30am – 2.30pm. Join us for a FREE roast luncheon as we celebrate Christmas together. Plenty of free activities for the kids and prizes for best dressed! RSVP’s are essential – Call Kath on 1300 312 447. www.facebook.com/events/187462545503867/

Thu 6 Ulverstone Garden Friends – Red Cross Hall, King Edward Street, Ulverstone. Meetings held on the 1st Thursday of each month at 12.30pm for a friendly, social and warm atmosphere. Admission fee $3 which includes afternoon tea. Lucky door prizes, freebies, great trade table, guest speakers, bus trips to private gardens and nurseries. Garden orientated, with a general love of plants for a great social afternoon. Enquiries to Betty Smith 6425 2222.

Thu 6, 13, 20 Dancing with a Scottish Flavour! – Set and circle dances for fun and gentle exercise. Ulverstone every Thursday from 10am to 11am. No partners needed, beginners welcome. For more information contact Trina Moule, phone 6425 2630 [email protected]

Thu 6, 13, 20 CRIB – Ulverstone Bowls Club, Thursday nights, 7.30pm. $2 for eight games. Jack-pot plus raffles. Bring a partner or just yourself. All Welcome. Phone 6425 1071.

Fri 7 Penguin Christmas Parade – 1st Friday in December, Starting at 7.00pm, get into the Christmas Spirit and come along to the Main Street in Penguin. All schools, community groups and businesses are invited to have a float in the parade, and are asked to assemble near the Scout Hall before 6.30pm. Join the fun dressed as a penguin, or as a spectator. Shop owners are encouraged to dress their window in the theme of Christmas. The following prizes will be judged while the parade is in progress: Best decorated float,1st prize, $150, 2nd prize $75 and 3rd prize $50. Best costume & participation: 1st prize $70, 2nd prize $50 and prize $30. Individual with the “Christmas Spirit” 1st prize $50, Best dressed Penguin 1st prize $50. Best decorated shop window 1st prize dinner voucher for $100. For more information contact Steph [email protected]

Fri 7, 14, 21, 28 Complete Circuit Training – Gnomon Room, Wharf Road, Ulverstone, 9.30am start. Held every Friday. For more information contact Michelle Howard 0411 457 905.

Fri 7 Berry Patch Live Music and Market – Every Friday at the Turners Beach Berry Patch, Blackburn Drive, Turners Beach from 5.30pm to 9pm.

Fri 7, 14 Rock & Rhyme and Storytime – Ulverstone Library every Friday at 10.30am for ages 0 – 5 years. Children’s Services – explore, read and imagine at your LINC. www.linc.tas.gov.au

Fri 7 Live @ the Wharf – The Gnomon Pavilion at the Wharf, Ulverstone. Friday sessions 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Music and performance presented by Live at the Wharf Inc. Licensed venue. Entry $5 donation. Live @ the Wharf producers: Steve Macfarlane 0423 631 027, Teresa Beck-Swindale 0408 050 634 and Jacob Boote 0407 156 838.

Fri 7 IPad Users Group – Ulverstone Library + OAC, 15 King Edward Street, Ulverstone, from 11am to 12noon on the first Friday of each month. Free. Do you want to maximise your IPad skills and share them with others? Speak with Tim (Thursdays and Fridays). For more information phone 6464 3120 or email [email protected]

Fri 7 Country Music – Inviting all Country & Western Fans to join in the fun with Devon Country at the Railton RSL Club 7.30pm start, (5.30 if you are coming for a meal) Cost $5 per person plus supper (meals separate charge). A variety of artists performing, raffles during the evening, come along and support a worthy cause. Supporting “Kin Raising Kids Tasmania”.

Sat 8 Circular Head Show - Stanley

Sat 8 Ulverstone Heartbeat Market - Held the 2nd Saturday of every month in the Quadrant Car Park, (off Victoria Street) Ulverstone from 7.30am to 1pm. If the weather is unsuitable, the car boot sale does not happen. Cost is $5 per site. All profits raised go to Heartbeat Tasmania Inc., Ulverstone Branch. For further information contact Max Cute 6428 2775.

7 Sat 8 Carols in the Caves 2 Concerts one night only – Gunns Plains Caves, 46 Cave Road, Gunns Plains. Concert at 5.30pm and another at 7pm. Tickets $20 from www.eventbrite.com.au Gunns Plains Caves will be ringing to the sound of Carols. Join us for this unique experience when a group of talented local brass musicians play all the festive favourites.

Sat 8 Monty Loop Trail Opening – Montgomery Road, Penguin from 10am to 2pm. On Saturday 8th December, the first formal mountain bike trail in the Dial Range will be opened. This trail is approximately 5km long and a easy green rating. It starts at the northern most point of the Dial Range behind the Penguin MTB Park at the Montgomery carpark and climbs up to the lower slopes of Mt Montgomery through tea tree forrest before brilliant descent back to the carpark. The trail can be done as a stand alone loop or linked with the Penguin park trails. Deputy Premier Jeremy Rockliff will officially open the new trail along with representatives of the Central Coast Council. Following the opening at the Montgomery car park at 10am, there will be an opportunity to ride or walk the trail then a barbecue lunch will follow at about 12 noon back at the club shed at the Penguin MTB park. www.facbook.com/events/2099356440375605/

Sat 8 Adam Brand - Milestones 20 Year Anniversary Tour - 7pm Bridge Hotel – Forth, 393 Leith Rd, Forth. www.moshtix.com.au Adam Brand is bringing his 20 Year Anniversary Tour to the Forth Pub Tasmania this December - a gig not to be missed! Supported by Matt Cornell and Damien from the Viper Creek Band. Tickets go on sale Friday 8th June at 3pm via moshtix. This year marks the 20 year anniversary of Adam Brand. To celebrate, Adam is hitting the road with an all star band playing the hits that have made him a household name. 20 years of hit songs that helped shape modern day Australian Country Music including Dirt Track Cowboys, Grandpa's Piano, Good Friends, The Anzac, New England Highway,Get Loud, Hell of a Ride and more! In true Adam Brand style, he will share this 20 year Milestone by taking his music, his show and his heart to the people. From your classic Aussie country pubs to the capital city showrooms, Adam Brand will bring his trademark energy to venues right across the country. His new song Milestone, tells the story of a young man who set off in search of his dreams. It reveals an incredible journey that shaped a life and led him to still be standing in front of his fans after a career spanning two decades. We all have a journey... and we all have dreams.... This show will make you want to laugh, cry, then get up on your feet and do it all again the next night! Milestone is the song... 20 Years Milestones is the album and tour.... See the man - hear the music of Adam Brand.... And be part of the next milestone.... https://www.facebook.com/events/177129922998488/

Sun 9 The Just Cats Expo – Ulverstone Bowls Club from 11am to 2pm. Just Cats would like to announce that we are going to be on the road again to bring our cats to you – well that’s if you are in the Ulverstone area! The Just Cats Adoption expo is being held on the Sunday from 11am to 2pm. Entry is $2 per person or any size donation really. Sausage sizzle and drinks for sale with all proceeds going to the shelter. We are also offering discounted microchipping at Just $25 per cat – please bring your cat in a safely closed car carry box. Please note we are looking for the following – People who think they can help in the day. Somewhere we can approach regarding donations of sausages and or bread in the local area. We look forward to this wonderful event and show casing our gorgeous cats and or kittens looking for loving homes. www.facebook.com/events/345853232634130/

Sun 9 The Superjesus – Forth – Sumo 20th Anniversary Tour – The Bridge Hotel Forth from 3pm to 6pm. Tickets $30 thesuperjesus.oztix.com.au . A tour to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Aria award winning album “Sumo”. www.facebook.com/events/316742932441397/

Sun 9 Aerial Display 2018 – Hosted by Slipstream Circus, Flora Street, Ulverstone from 4.30pm to 6pm. It’s a bit difficult for aerialists to show friends and family what they learn in class… Come along and support our aerial students as they share what they have been working on this term. This is a relaxed display in a supportive environment. Entry by gold coin donation. www.facebook.com/events/436500023542987/

Tue 11 Word Wizards – Members practice and perfect their speaking and communication skills in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Open to people of all ages who want to build self-confidence. Meetings are held 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at the Ulverstone Senior Citizens Club from 2pm to 4pm. Contact Jan Hamilton 6425 3541 for further information.

Wed 12, 26 Ulverstone Camera Club Meetings – Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at the Red Cross Hall, King Edward Street, Ulverstone 7.30pm. Including guest

8 speaker, digital images/prints, outings, competition subjects. New members welcome. Enquiries to President Victor Jamieson 6425 5130 or Secretary Toni Hingston 6437 2590.

Thu 13 to Sat 15 The Jungle Boy - Leven Theatre, 16 Patrick St, Ulverstone. Hosted by Tech Steps Dance Studio. Tap, Jaz, Hip Hop, and contemporary an all ages production. Tickets · $8-$12 Request tickets in Messenger - https://www.facebook.com/events/290847944841590/?event_time_id=290847954841589

Fri 14 Live @ the Wharf – The Gnomon Pavilion at the Wharf, Ulverstone. Friday sessions 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Music and performance presented by Live at the Wharf Inc. Licensed venue. Entry $5 donation. Live @ the Wharf producers: Steve Macfarlane 0423 631 027, Teresa Beck-Swindale 0408 050 634 and Jacob Boote 0407 156 838.

Fri 14 Slats & The Big Naturals – The Bridge Hotel Forth from 9pm. Tickets $10 per person, pay at the venue. Slats & The Big Naturals return to Tassie. Legendary frontman Paul Slattery will be cranking out the classics and the finest soul, rock and blues repertoire. www.facebook.com/events/560525591036496/

Sat 15 JAKS Live – The Bridge Hotel Forth, 9pm. North West Tassie cover band JAKS will be kicking off from 9pm on Saturday. Guaranteed to get you up and dancing – come on down for a few shandies – no cover charge. www.facebook.com/events/355386691876029/

Sat 15 Crazy Saturday! Massive Deals! BBQ! Win A Bike! Fire Truck! – Hosted by Ulverstone Bicycles, 50 King Edward Street, Ulverstone from 8.30am. Crazy Saturday! Great deals on bikes and accessories! Ulverstone Fire Brigade will be out the front cooking up a BBQ and kids can have a look at the fire truck! Also they have a major raffle with lots of great prizes! Including a $500 Trek bike!!! Save the date. Open until 3pm. www.facebook.com/events/2097729793870877/

Sun 16 Penguin Carols by Candlelight – The Lions Club of Penguin will be holding their annual Carols by Candlelight at Hiscutt Park from 7pm to 9pm. If inclement weather, the Carols will be held in the Penguin Uniting Church, Main Road. Contact Vickie Greig on 0417 211 073 for more details.

Sun 16 Ulverstone Municipal Band presents their Annual Christmas Concert – and luncheon at Leven Theatre, Ulverstone. Luncheon starts at 12.30pm, Concert at 2pm. Tickets Concert only $12, Concert and Luncheon $28 (roast and dessert) available at Lee’s Jewellers. RSVP for luncheon required by phone or email before Friday 7th December, phone 6425 6462 or email [email protected]

Mon 17 Live Jazz @ the Wharf – presents The Panckridge/Pattison Quartet. Gnomon Pavilion, Ulverstone’s Wharf Precinct at 7.30pm. Tickets $15, door sales from 7pm. Tom Panckridge (Trombone), Rowan Pattison (Guitar), Haydn Murtagh (Bass) & Rit Coomber (Drums). Adventuring into Tasmania for the first time, The Panckridge/Pattison Quartet will perform arrangements of standards, romantic works and original music. The ensemble will also be performing music from the upcoming Panckridge/Pattison Duo album – “Crazy People Keep Talking to Us”.

Fri 21 Live @ the Wharf – The Gnomon Pavilion at the Wharf, Ulverstone. Friday sessions 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Music and performance presented by Live at the Wharf Inc. Licensed venue. Entry $5 donation. Live @ the Wharf producers: Steve Macfarlane 0423 631 027, Teresa Beck-Swindale 0408 050 634 and Jacob Boote 0407 156 838. Christmas @ the Wharf Hosted by One Note Stand - One Note Stand will be singing 3 songs with a Christmas theme to bring some seasonal cheer to Live @ the Wharf on the Friday before Christmas 

Sat 22 Go Forth & Conquer! – The Bridge Hotel Forth from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. High energy OZ rock, guaranteed to get hearts pumping and bodies moving. www.facebook.com/events/1923286451314667/

Sat 22 Ulverstone Christmas Parade – The Apex Club of Ulverstone will be holding their annual Christmas Parade, commencing at 4.30pm. Float entry forms are available by contacting Matt Sulzberger on 0405 077 439 for details.

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Sat Forth Community Carols by Twilight (event to be confirmed) – The Forth Village Annual Community Carols by Twilight will be held on Sunday 22 December, commencing at 6.30pm at the Forth Primary School, Wilmot Road.

Sun 23 Ella & Billy Sunday Session – The Bridge Hotel, Forth from 3pm to 6pm. Ella Rose & Billy Tarrant bring their sweet acoustic vibes to The Bridge Hotel’s Sunday Session. Wind down with a few vino’s before the Christmas Chaos on Tuesday. www.facebook.com/events/112472649696049/

Mon 24 Christmas Eve Party – Apex Park, Reibey Street, Ulverstone from 10am to 3pm. Santa arriving noon, 50’s & 60’s Rock & Roll. African Outreach Ministry 2019, sausage sizzle. Come along and join the fun. For further information contact Bill 0448 537 711.

Tue 25 Christmas Day

Wed 26 Boxing Day

Fri 28 Live @ the Wharf – The Gnomon Pavilion at the Wharf, Ulverstone. Friday sessions 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Music and performance presented by Live at the Wharf Inc. Licensed venue. Entry $5 donation. Live @ the Wharf producers: Teresa Beck-Swindale M 0408 050 634 and Jacob Boote 0407 156 838.

Disclaimer: The information in this events calendar has been supplied from various sources and every attempt has been made to ensure that the information is accurate. No responsibility will be accepted for any loss, however arising, from the use of, or reliance on this information.

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