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July 2009

Staircase to the Moon  
Date: 8th to 10th July
Venue: Town Beach or The Mangrove Resort Hotel

This natural phenomenon is caused by the rising of a full moon reflecting off the exposed mudflats in Roebuck Bay at extremely low tide, to create a beautiful optical illusion of a staircase reaching to the moon. Occurs March through to October.

 

 STAIRCASE TO THE MOON
 
DAY
DATE
MOONRISE
TOWN BEACH MARKETS
JULY WEDNESDAY 8th 6.16PM *MARKETS
  THURSDAY 9th 7.07PM *MARKETS
  FRIDAY 10th 7:57PM  

*Market dates are subject to change.

Live entertainment may be offered at the Mangrove Resort Hotel on staircase nights. 
Please contact the resort on 9192 1303 to find out more.
See the Visitor Guide available at all major Broome hotels & Shopping centres for more information.
Broome Race Round 2009  
Date: 30th May to 8th August
Venue: Broome Turf Club: Gantheaume Point Road

Saturday 4th, 11th 18th & Kimberley Cup 25th July.
Enjoy the races at one of the most unique race clubs in Australia. Races are conducted over the months of May, June, July and August with Ladies Day and the famous Broome Cup attracting punters from all over Australia.

Please Click Here to download a PDF of Broome Race Round 2009. or Visit the website
2009 Kullari NAIDOC Festival  
Date: 5th till 12th July

NAIDOC Week preparations are underway with the National Committee selecting the theme:
Honouring our Elders, Nurturing our Youth
The theme reflects the contribution of Elders to our communities as inspirational leaders and nurturers of young people. It encompasses the achievement of Elders past and present and looks to the future.
The 2009 National NAIDOC Poster Competition and National NAIDOC Awards nominations are now open!
  Take the time to recognise someone who makes a difference in the lives of others by nominating them for a National NAIDOC Award. 
You can nominate online: www.naidoc.org.au
Indigenous artists interested in national exposure and a cash prize of $5000.00 enter the
NAIDOC poster competition online: www.naidoc.org.au
The National NAIDOC website has a new look!

 The 2009 Kullarri NAIDOC Festival showcases a vibrant mix of traditional & contemporary local Indigenous culture to a diverse audience of community members, visitors & tourists with over 1 week of exciting Festival events throughout the Shire of Broome. Traditional food tasting, cultural sharing, gala awards & Mardi Gras.

NAIDOC celebrates the survival of Indigenous culture & the Indigenous contribution to modern Australia. Everyone is encouraged to participate in NAIDOC Week activities.

Final festival program later to be released.

For further information please contact Goolarri Media Enterprises on 9192 1325.

BROOME SURF CLUB - SUNSET CHALLENGE 2009  
Date: 10th, 11th & 12th July
Venue: Broome Surf Life Saving Club

The Sunset Challenge 2009 is a major event on the Broome Surf Life Saving Club’s calendar. Over the years it has become a favoured carnival in which competitors from all over Australia can enjoy the mix of great, friendly competition and a visit to paradise itself.

The event will run over three days (July 10, 11 and 12). Activities to be contested will include all age groups including nippers, cadets, seniors and masters across many disciples of Surf Life Saving.

The Sunset Challenge 2009 will promote the Healthway message of good health, no smoking and strong participation.

The Sunset Challenge 2009 will also include a number of events open to the general public to encourage community involvement in the beach life and generate increased membership.

As well as competition of the beach, the Broome Club is also organising a great three days of fellowship and entertainment. There will be plenty of good food available at the club along with a fully licensed bar – all overlooking magnificent Cable Beach.

July in Broome is the peak of the tourist season so intending competitors and visitors are strongly encouraged to book early for flights and accommodation.

For further information please contact Broome Surf Club on 9193 7327 or visit http://www.broomeslsc.com.au/sunset.php
RELATIONSHIPS EXHIBITION - The Sisters of Saint John of God in the Kimberley  
Date: 17th March till 22nd October

This exhibition is held at the "Old Convent" in Broome and depicts the life and work of the Sisters in the Kimberley and the strong relationships that have been formed with the aboriginals since 1907.  Through photographs, artefacts, art, storyboards and audio visual you will be given the opportunity to experience the positive impact the Sisters have had on the Kimberley people.  There is also a huge photographic collection that is on a computer database that you will have access to. The "Old Convent" building is a fitting venue for this exhibition and you will see a real "Broomestyle" building with interesting architecture.
 
Open: 17th March – 22nd October 2009
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am – 1pm
Saturday 10am – 12.30pm
 
For further information please contact 9192 3950 or email

Stair Case to the Moon  
Date: March to October

From March till October each year you can witness a breathtaking natural phenomenon known as the Staircase to the Moon. This occurrence is caused by the rising of a full moon reflecting off the exposed mudflats at extremely low tide, creating the beautiful optical illusion of stairs reaching to the moon. This event occurs along the coastline of Roebuck Bay with viewing points at The Mangrove Resort Hotel, Town Beach & Broome Golf Club. Local markets held at Town Beach also compliment this event on dates indicated where you can sample local fare, purchase local art, craft & be amused by local entertainers.

Please click here to download a PDF about Staircase to the Moon 2009.

The Sandfly Circus Project  
Date: Weekly
Venue: Broome PCYC

For young people and adults over the age of 10 years. Cost is $12 per session or $120 for a 12 week term

Every Wednesday from 5.45pm to 8.30pm.

For further information and to enroll before attending please contact Gwen 9193 5639.

 
   
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