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15 November 2011

Ord Valley Muster 2012 Dates

The Agyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster 2012 preparations are well underway, with the festival dates now confirmed as 25 May - 3 June 2012. A highlight of the 10 day celebrations is the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience, which will be held on Saturday 2 June. Pencil these dates in your diary, because once the full line-up and calendar is released early January, you will not want to miss it!

27 September 2011

Calls for Expressions of Interest!

The Agyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster is searching for an innovative community artist to become their next Resident Artist.

Download the Expression of Interest Form.

27 September 2011

Curtis Stone heads to the outback

Take a look at the fun and excitement from this years Ord Valley Muster, in a special interview with Kimberley Kitchen celebrity chef, Curtis Stone here.

Details about next years Argyle Diamond Ord Valley Muster will be available soon, so make sure to check and see who the next chef will be to take on the Kimberley Kitchen in Celebrity Tree Park, on the banks of the Lilly Creek Lagoon.

3 May 2011

Curtis Stone talks ’The Kimberley Kitchen" on Sunrise!

Celebrity master chef Curtis Stone appeared on Sunrise this morning to discuss his return to Australia and the upcoming Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster.

To view the interview with Curtis, Mel and Koshie click HERE.

You can catch Curtis in the flesh on May 18 as he brings the flavours of Australia’s North West alive at Kununurra’s very own Kimberley Kitchen.

To secure tickets to this once off event you can contact the Kununurra Visitors Centre on 08 9168 1177, or click HERE.

3 May 2011

Official Program Now Available.

The official Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster Program is now available!!

Be sure to download your very own copy and check out the range of exciting activities and events that are set to take place in Kununurra from May 12-22.

The action packed program of events offers a detailed description of each event, its location and the associated cost.

For more information on the 2011 Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster you can also sign up to our mailing list by clicking HERE.

Download OVM_A5 Program

20 April 2011

Comedian Deanne Smith nominated for a Barry!

Deanne Smith touring with the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been nominated for the Barry Award, Launched in 1998 as the ’Stella Award’ and renamed in 2000 to honour the Festival’s founding patron Barry Humphries, the Barry Award recognises the most outstanding Festival show. The winner gets fame, glory, a snazzy trophy and an all-important cheque.

You can check out the international comedy sensation herself at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow at the Hoochery Rum Distillery, Tuesday May 17.

For tickets call the Kununurra Visitor Centre (08 9168 1177) or click HERE

16 March 2011

AIRNORTH KIMBERLEY MOON EXPERIENCE 2011 TRAVEL PACKAGES

The 2011 Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience is going to be a sensational music festival and we have the travel packages to get you there!

EX PERTH with SKYWEST from $995.00 per person, twin share
EX DARWIN with AIRNORTH from $835.00 per person, twin share
EX BROOME with AIRNORTH from $895.00 per person, twin share

flight only deals avail. ex PERTH with AIRNORTH

Price Includes:
- Return airfare to Kununurra
- 3 nights accommodation in safari outback tent style accommodation, including linen
- General admission ticket to the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience

For those making their own way to town: ACCOMODATION & TICKET for $400.00 per person, twin share

Price includes:
- 3 nights accommodation in safari outback tent style accommodation, including linen
- General admission ticket to the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience

For all bookings and travel enquiries contact Travelworld Kununurra on: (08) 9168 1888 or travel@travelworld.kimberley.net.au

Special conditions: Subject to seat/accommodation availability. Price based on twin share, 2 people sharing.

16 March 2011

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow| LINEUP ANNOUNCED!

For the first time at the Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster– the Hoochery Rum Distillery will play host to the 2011 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow. A cast of big names including International comic DeAnne Smith, national talent Justin Hamilton, aussie fav Dave Williams and local singstar Sammy J will join us on Tuesday May 17 to prove there’s nowhere a comedian fears. Click HERE to find out more about these class acts!

The evening will also feature the extraordinary hula-hopping Ukelele playing Ebony Muirson and spectacular voice of Chris Matthews. Drinks and food will be available at the venue. For tickets call the Kununurra Visitor Centre (08 9168 1177) or click HERE

9 March 2011

Muster Bar | Kununurra Country Club

Held at the popular Deck and Pool Bars at Kununurra Country Club and Resort, the nightly events are a perfect way to recuperate after a long day exploring our precious countryside.

The Muster bar provides sausage sizzles, gourmet pizzas, mouthwatering canapes and cool cocktail nights. Come chill out and enjoy the fine lineup of terrific entertainment on selected nights including, Chris Matthews and Tash Parker.

More info on www.kununurracountryclub.com.au

2 March 2011

AIRNORTH KIMBERLEY MOON EXPERIENCE PLAYING TIMES

The playing times for the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience have been unveiled.

3:00 Gates
3:10Walkabout Boys
3:50Ord Muster Adult Community Choir
4:30Mirima Indigenous Dancers & Welcome to Country
4:45The Australian Army Band Darwin
5:50Pigram Brothers & Alex Lloyd (music for mad bastards)
6:45Intermission
7:15Bob Evans
8:30Jimmy Barnes
10:00FIREWORKS
10:30Vanessa Amorosi

For more info and ticketing details click here.

10 February 2011

TICKETS FOR ALL EVENTS ON SALE MONDAY 14 FEBRUARY

All tickets to events during the 2011 Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster will go on sale at 9am Monday 14 February from Ticketmaster and/or the Kununurra Visitor Centre. Get in quick as tickets to the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience, Kimberley Kitchen with Curtis Stone and the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and all other events will sell fast!

KEY EVENTS

Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience Jim Hughes Amphitheatre Saturday 14 May 2011 $102.50 Adult (16 years and over) $33.50 Junior (3-15 years) $238.50 Family ticket (2 adults and 3 juniors) Ticketmaster Online: www.ticketmaster.com.au, or 136 100 and Kununurra Visitor Centre (08) 9168 1177

Kimberley Fine Diamonds Corporate Circle Jim Hughes Amphitheatre Saturday 14 May 2011 $453.50 PER PERSON ALL INCLUSIVE ONLY AVAIL through Ticketmaster Online: www.ticketmaster.com.au or 136 100)

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow The Hoochery, 300 Weaber Plain Rd Tuesday 17 May 2011 5:00pm – 9:00pm $45 per person Ticketmaster Online: www.ticketmaster.com.au or 136 100, Kununurra Visitor Centre (08) 9168 1177

Kimberley Kitchen with Curtis Stone Celebrity Tree Park Wednesday 18 May 2011 4:00pm – 6:00pm $65.00 Ticketmaster Ticketmaster Online: www.ticketmaster.com.au or 136 100, Kununurra Visitor Centre (08) 9168 1177

10 February 2011

ARGYLE DIAMONDS ORD VALLEY MUSTER 2011 PROGRAM ANNOUNCED

A 50th birthday deserves a very special celebration and that‟s exactly what the team of the Ord Valley Events Board and renowned WA concert/event promoter, Mellen Events have planned for Kununurra with this year‟s award winning Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster (May 12-22) and Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience (May 14).

Minister for Tourism Dr Kim Hames said the State Government, through Eventscorp, was proud to be a major sponsor of the Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster. “This year‟s Muster features an outstanding line-up of concerts, acts and events that are set to entertain Kimberley residents and visitors over ten exciting days,” Dr Hames said. “It will also showcase the Kimberley region‟s extraordinary landscapes and culture to a national and international audience.”

For all program details check out the WHATS ON section and the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience section!

15 December 2010

Programme Schedule Proposal 2011

The 2011 Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster will be taking place Thursday 12 May - Sunday 22 May 2011. The following Program of Events displays the proposed schedule. Please note this is a draft schedule and subject to change.

Thursday 12 May
The Gibb Challenge – departed Broome Sunday 8 May arrives Thursday 12 May

Friday 13 May
Wild Walks
Argyle Diamonds Mine Tour
Speedway
Sponsors Cocktail Function

Saturday 14 May
Markets
Teddy Bears Picnic
Kimberley Moon Experience

Sunday 15 May
Picture Gardens Movie Night
Sharing our Stories
Red Rock Gallery Art Exhibition
Dam to Land Tour

Monday 16 May
Wild Walks
Carlton Hill Station Tour
Muster Idol, Heat 1
Waringarri Corroboree

Tuesday 17 May
Wild Walks
Argyle Diamond Mine Tour
Melbourne Comedy Festival

Wednesday 18 May
Wild Walks
Lovell Gallery Art Appreciation
Cooking Demonstrations
Muster Idol, Heat 2

Thursday 19 May
Wild Walks
Argyle Diamond Mine Tour
Music Under the Stars

Friday 20 May
Wild Walks
Dam to Land Tour
Argyle Diamond Mine Tour
Teen Event
Muster Idol, Final
Kimberley Gospel Festival

Saturday 21 May
Markets
Diamond Dig
Barramundi Concert
Rodeo
Triathlon

Sunday 22 May
Street Party