BEST IN SHOW

WA Bunbury International Quilt Challenge, until 17 June Held at Bunbury Regional Art Gallery, this annual exhibition has entries from all over the world. This year, quilters will interpret the theme ‘I Like…’. (08) 9792 7323; brag.org.au

Denmark Festival of Voice, June 1st–4th Held in the beautiful south coastal town of Denmark on Wilson Inlet, this event celebrates the human voice. There’s a focus on community singing and a line-up of local, national and international artists in a variety of a cappella and accompanied ensemble, group and individual performances. denmarkfestivalofvoice.com.au

TASMANIA

Dark Mofo, June 13th–24th Created by Mona, this mid-winter festival explores the links between ancient and contemporary mythology, darkness and light, and birth, death and renewal. Highlights include the Winter Feast and the Nude Solstice Swim in the River Derwent. A talks program, Dark and Dangerous Thoughts, will run in the festival lead-up from June 8th–10th. (03) 6277 9900; darkmofo.net.au

SA

Coober Pedy Opal Festival, June 22nd–23rd Head to the mining town of Coober Pedy and join the local community of this rural region for its 30th annual festival. The line-up includes a colourful and multicultural street pageant, various performances, fireworks, market stalls and a bush dance hosted by the hilarious Crackup Sisters. 0438 119 390; cooberpedy.com

VICTORIA

Australian Kelpie Muster, June 9th–10th See Casterton, the ‘birthplace of the kelpie’, come alive. Visitors will witness the true skill of the kelpie breed as owners put their dogs through the challenge of tackling the high jump record or the Hill Climb. Sunday brings the more serious business of auction — come and watch the working dogs strut their stuff prior to being auctioned at 3pm. 0417 527 200; castertonkelpie association.com.au

NSW

Henry Lawson Festival, June 7th–11th An annual event held in Grenfell, the birthplace of Henry Lawson, one of Australia’s best-loved poets and writers. The theme this year is Poetry in Motion, kicking off with an art exhibition and continuing with an activity-packed weekend of events and entertainment, including a street procession, children’s rides, art and photography exhibitions and short story and verse competitions. Fun for all ages. (02) 6343 2855; henry lawsonfestival.com.au