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NSW The Great Nundle Dog Race, May 6th Held at Nundle Recreation Ground, the event attracts more than 1000 people and dogs for a day of novelty dog competitions, including the doggy derby, high jump and best-dressed dog. The day culminates with the Great Nundle Dog Race for working dogs from across the region. Other activities and attractions for a great family day out include face painting, a jumping castle, steak sandwiches, tea, coffee, cakes and a bar. Oakenville Street, Nundle. (02) 6769 3253; nundle.com.au QUEENSLAND

Beef Australia 2018, May 6th–12th A celebration of all facets of our country’s beef industry. There will be over 4500 head of cattle representing over 30 different breeds, 500 trade sites offering a smorgasbord of shopping, cooking demonstrations with celebrity chefs from around the

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Clunes International Booktown Festival, May 5th–6th This event celebrates books and will feature many renowned authors, including Man Booker Prize winner Richard Flanagan, and 2017 Miles Franklin Award winner Josephine Wilson. Along with author talks, panel discussions and literary luncheons, festival-goers can discover the largest range of rare, out-of-print and collectable books in Australia, listen to live music and see performers. Tickets at clunesbooktown.com.au

WA

Argyle Diamonds Ord Valley Muster, May 11th–20th Some of the country’s top performers in music, food, rodeo and comedy come together for this event. The Muster’s major drawcard, the Kimberley Moon Experience, will be staged on the banks of the magnificent Ord River. Tickets online at ordvalleymuster.com.au

globe, and food kiosks and restaurants all featuring great Australian beef. Join one or all of the 12 property tours going on throughout the week taking people to see central Queensland’s leading productions. On the grounds there will be a line-up of...