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May 2008 VOLUME 8

Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster May 2 – 18, 2008

Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience May 17, 2008

The Best is Yet to Come…

The finale is almost upon us with the highly anticipated Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience soon to explode into life on the banks of the Ord River.

It’s been a memorable and thoroughly enjoyable two-week Muster, and we thank everyone for their gracious support and enthusiasm for the event.

As you’ll see from the list below, there are plenty of activities to enjoy before and after this year’s concert under the stars. We look forward to celebrating the last weekend of Muster 2008 with you.

  1. Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience — very limited general admission tickets available FRIDAY ONLY. More
  2. Friday May 16 — Wild & Scenic Walks, Argyle Diamond Mine Tour, Cooking Masterclass & the arrival of the Gibb River Road Challengers. More
  3. Saturday May 17 — Kununurra Markets, Cooking Demonstration and Red Rock Gallery Breakfast. More
  4. Sunday May 18 — Big Breakfast @ The Muster Bar, Matso’s Classic Car Run, Spirit of the Muster Cruise and the Muster Closing Party. More
  5. Final Note — A big thank you to all of our supporters. More

Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience

There’s only one more sleep before everyone’s favourite rocker, Jimmy Barnes hits the stage at this year’s Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience.

And, we are delighted to announce this year’s concert is almost SOLD OUT. The last remaining general admission tickets will be available for sale from the Kununurra Newsagency today – Friday May 16. Please note, there will be no ticket sales available at the gate on Saturday. So please do not delay purchasing your tickets as we do not want to disappoint our valuable Muster friends.

This year’s concert is guaranteed to deliver a feast of first-class entertainment with the following performers scheduled:

3.50 – 4.20Chris Matthews
4.30 – 4.45Mirima Indigenous Dancers
4.55 – 5.15Muster Choir
5.25 – 5.50Rode Worx
6.30 – 7.15Australian Army Band Darwin
7.35 – 8.20Blue Shaddy
8.25 – 8.45Bizircus
8.45 – 10.00Jimmy Barnes
10.10 – 10.30Fireworks Spectacular
10.30 – 12.30Peace Love and all that Stuff

Remember, bus transfers depart all Kununurra accommodation houses and the Kununurra Post Office every 30 minutes from 3pm; returning from 10pm.

Enjoy the concert everyone. We look forward to seeing you on the dance floor!

For more information regarding the Kimberley Moon Experience, please visit the website.

Friday May 16

Wild and Scenic Walks

TimeDeparting at 5.30am, returning between 7am and 8am
LocationMeet in the carpark opposite the All Seasons Hotel (see the big boab tree)
CostDonations to charity gratefully received
NoteNo dogs allowed
BookingsPlease make a reservation at the Kununurra Visitor Centre - 08 9168 1177

Argyle Diamond Mine Tour

Time7:30am depart Kununurra – 4.00pm return to Kununurra
LocationDeparts from, and returns to, Slingair Terminal, Laine Jones Drive, Kununurra Airport
Cost$85 Adults, $55 Children (12 – 16yrs). Includes light lunch and refreshments
ConditionsClosed footware must be worn. Children aged 13-18yrs must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 12 are not permitted on the mine site. No Exceptions
TicketsPlease contact Slingair on 1800 095 500

Cooking Master Class with Chris Taylor

Time3:00pm - 5:00pm
LocationLovell Gallery, Konkerberry Drive
Cost$60 per person

Arrival of the Gibb River Road Mountain Bike Challengers

Timeapproximately 4.30pm
LocationMessmate Way and Country Club Resort grassed area - Coolibah Drive

For more information on these events, please visit the website.

Saturday May 17

Kununurra Markets

Time8am – 12 noon
LocationWhite Gum Park
CostFree

Cooking Demonstration with Chris Taylor

Time8:30am - 10:30am
LocationLovell Gallery, Konkerberry Drive
Cost$15 per person

Red Rock Gallery Breakfast

Time9:30am
LocationRed Rock Art Gallery, 50 Coolibah Drive
CostFree

For more information about these event, visit the website.

Sunday May 18

The Big Breakfast @ The Slingair Heliwork Muster Bar

Time9am - 11am
LocationHotel Kununurra, Messmate Way
CostFree

Matso’s Broome Brewery Classic Car Run Parade

Time11am
LocationCommencing from the Hotel Kununurra Car Park
CostGold Coin Donation

Spirit of the Muster Cruise

Time3.15pm accommodation pick-up for 4pm departure. Returning approximately 7pm.
LocationLake Kununurra
Cost$95 per person
TicketsKununurra Cruises - 08 9168 1718

Muster Closing Party @ The Slingair Heliwork Muster Bar

Time6pm to late
LocationHotel Kununurra, Messmate Way
CostFree

For more information about these events, please visit the website.

Final Note

Lastly, we would like to thank our sponsors, community groups, local supporters and the thousands of visitors who have travelled far and wide to experience a taste of our beautiful East Kimberley.

This year’s Muster has not been without its hurdles, but thanks to the exceptional kindness of our core supporters, we have achieved amazing success.

It’s always inspiring to witness a community come together to achieve a common goal, and we are enormously proud of our united effort.

Thank you again, and we look forward to seeing you all in 2009!

For further information and tickets please contact the Kununurra Visitor Centre on 08 9168 1177. Tickets for the Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience can only be purchased from the Kununurra Newsagency, this Friday, May 16.

Images courtesy of www.monotron.com.

For more information on the 2008 Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster and Airnorth Kimberley Moon Experience - visit the websitewww.ordvalleymuster.com.