WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Mullewa Muster and Rodeo, June 3 Get set for an epic day of mustering and music at the Mullewa Muster and Rodeo, held at the Mullewa Recreation Grounds, one hour’s drive north-east of Geraldton. Events include the Australian Bushmen’s Campdraft and Rodeo, the Beaut Ute Competition and, of course, the Country Music Concert, which this year features The Wolfe Brothers; singer/songwriter Travis Collins; country rock’n’roll singer Monty Cotton; and Indigenous musician Fred Ryan. Buy tickets online at: mullewamuster.com.au

Truffle Kerfuffle, June 23-25 Deep within the forests of Manjimup lies a prized delicacy: the black truffle. Each year, foodies and foragers descend on Fonty’s Pool Caravan Park in Manjimup to partake in a three-day festival celebrating the harvest of this sought-after “black gold”. Activities include: long table feasts featuring delicious meals crafted with truffles; fireside cooking sessions, demonstrations and masterclasses hosted by renowned chefs including Colin Fassnidge, Analiese Gregory and Jake Kellie; truffle hunts in orchards, and much more. Be sure to stock up on artisan goodies and fresh produce at the undercover Marketplace, where you can meet local farmers, producers and winemakers. trufflekerfuffle.com.au

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Coober Pedy Opal Festival, June 16-18 An annual celebration of opals, mining and the local community, Coober Pedy’s Opal Festival delivers an unforgettable party in the outback. Marking 34 years in 2023, the Opal Festival will kick off at the town oval with festivities such as live music, a grand parade with themed floats, Speedway action, a spectacular fireworks display, crafts and market stalls, plus a variety of food and beverage vendors. Children will also love the puppet shows, clown antics, and fire displays. opalfestival.com.au

VICTORIA

Glenrowan’s Trails, Tastings and Tales Food and Wine Festival, June 10-12 Held in Glenrowan, just over two hours’ drive north of Melbourne, the Trails, Tastings and Tales Food and Wine Festival includes tastings and live music at wineries including Booths Taminick Cellars, Baileys of Glenrowan and Morrisons of Glenrowan, along with specialty beers at Black Dog Brewery. Sample fine reds, whites and sparkling, or attend a winemakers’ masterclass. Hearty meals will also be available. Festival entry of $20 includes tastings and a Momento Riedel Glenrowan Festival Glass. visitglenrowan.com.au

East Gippsland Winter Festival, June 9-July 9 Launching over the long weekend, this much-loved festival now offers a month-long program revolving around light, food, art, music and culture. Visit the Great

Alpine Gallery in Swifts Creek to view arts and crafts created by residents of Tambo Valley. On June 17, don’t miss the Food Van Feast Under the Stars at Lions Park in Mallacoota, which has free children’s activities and a Glowtastic Disco Party. On June 24, head to the Bruthen Medieval Winter Fire Festival at Bruthen Mechanics Hall for sword fighting, fire sculpture and a bonfire, along with music and food vendors. Then, on July 1, follow the magical lantern parade across Lakes Entrance Footbridge. egwinterfest.com.au

Roam Rutherglen Winery Walkabout, June 10-11 Say cheers as Roam Rutherglen Winery Walkabout celebrates its 50th birthday with an expanded program. Enjoy premium tastings, live entertainment and sensory cellar door experiences at 15 of the region’s wineries. Renowned for their quality reds, the winemakers

CLOCKWISE, FROM NEAR RIGHT Enjoy tastings at cellar doors during Roam Rutherglen Winery Walkabout; the team behind Canberra eatery Such and Such; tasty bites at Such and Such; among the vines at Ocean View Estates in Qld; hunting for “black gold” in the Truffle Kerfuffle, WA.