Event Guide 20 February

Monday 24 February
Home Hill – Ayr Lions Club Youth of the Year Quest
Monday 6:30pm
The Home Hill – Ayr Lions Club Annual Youth of the Year Quest will be held on Monday the 24th of February to stage the public speaking talents of students in Year 12! Call John on 0447 561 790 for more information.
Crown Hotel, Home Hill

Friday 28 February
BNC Burdekin Parkinsons Support Group
Friday 9:30am
The Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre will host a support group for those experiencing Parkinsons in their lives.
Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre

Sunday 2 March
Clean Up Australia Day
Sunday All Day
Clean Up Australia Day has been helping keep Australia beautiful for over 35 years! Members of the Burdekin community can either check with local groups and organisations or create their own clean-up crew to keep our streets, parklands, beaches, and surrounding areas pristine. For more information, visit www.cleanup.org.au.
Burdekin Area

Sunday 2 March
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join Ayr State Primary School for a picture-perfect morning showcasing the talents and hobbies of both local and travelling stallholders with everything from home baked treats to handmade creations on offer! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4790 3333.
Plantation Park

Friday 7 March
Creedence Clearwater Collective
Friday 7:30pm
The community is invited to a night of celebrating the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty from the songs they wrote, to the songs covered to the songs they wrote for others. Tickets can be purchase on the Burdekin Theatre’s website.
Burdekin Theatre

Sunday 8 March
BBQ Breakfast
Sunday 8am
The community is invited to attend the Burdekin Aero Club Inc. Monthly BBQ Breakfast at the Ayr Aerodrome from 8am to 11am. Meet the pilots, inspect the aircrafts, and enjoy a morning of socialisation for $10 per person. Call 0429 144 921 for more information.
Ayr Aerodrome, Brandon

Sunday 9 March
Zonta Celebrates International Women’s Day
Sunday 10:30am
The community is welcomed to help Zonta Club Burdekin Inc celebrate women’s successes to date at an Interntaional Women’s Day brunch commencing at 10:30am. Speakers are Sarah Chapman, STEM Changemakers Founder and Dr Tracey Ahern, Senior Lecturer and Course Coordinator, JCU Master of Nursing. All funds raised will be used to support Zonta’s ongoing local and international projects.
Masonic Heritage Centre

Tuesday 11 March
Anh Do – The Happiest Refugee Live!
Tuesday 7:30pm
Anh Do’s bestselling book, The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh, and cry and was described by Russell Crowe as “the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years.” Anh’s stage show takes it a step further, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story.
Burdekin Theatre

Sunday 16 March
Plantation Park Markets
Sunday 8am
Join the VVAA for an enjoyable morning overflowing with wonderful market stalls from handmade creations to delicious treats! To become a stallholder yourself contact 4783 6627.
Plantation Park

Wednesday 19 March
Social and Networking Event
Wednesday 5:30pm
The community is invited to attend the Home Hill Chamber of Commerce Social and Networking Event for an enriching evening of socialisation.
Home Hill Community Sports Club

Tuesday 25th March
Apprenticeship / Traineeship / Cadetship Evening
5.30-7.30pm
The aim of the evening is to inform students about how to prepare and secure an apprenticeship, traineeship or cadetship. The format includes display tables with any upcoming or future opportunities, and a panel for questions and answers.
Ayr State High Resource Centre

Friday 28 March
Clare State School Open Classroom
Friday 12pm
Come along to Clare State School’s Open Classroom afternoon, Meet & Greet (4pm) and P&C BBQ Dinner (6pm) in celebration of the school’s 75th Anniversary!
Clare State School

Saturday 29 March
Clare State School 75th Anniversary School Fete
Saturday 9am
A timeless tradition, Clare State School will hold a fantastic School Fete as part of their 75th Anniversary celebrations where the opening of the time capsule will take place.
Clare State School

Saturday 29 March
75 Years of Clare State School Formal Dinner
Saturday 6pm
Join Clare State School for a twilight feast and timeless talks on the grounds of the old school yard to celebrate 75 years of education! The dress code is chic attire and tickets are available at www.clarestateschool75th.com.au.
Clare State School

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