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- Geographe Gazette 15/5/25
Geographe Gazette 15/5/25
News, upcoming events, trivia, historical facts and more!
Welcome to The Geographe Gazette!
In today’s edition:
Restricted Burning Period for City of Busselton ends
South West Beer Festival at Aravina Estate this Saturday
Word Puzzle
Live Music
And more…
Quote of the Week |  |
"The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
 | Trivia |
Here is this week’s trivia question. The answer will be shown in next week’s newsletter. Which do you think it is? No cheating!
In which year was Dunsborough's first general store opened?
A) 1920
B) 1925
C) 1930
D) 1935
Answer to Last Week’s Trivia:
The answer to last week's question is C) 1952.
Weekend Markets |  |
Busselton
Busselton Foreshore Markets
Classic outdoor market featuring local art, crafts, fresh fruit/vegetables, and various food stalls.
Date: Sunday
Time: 7am - 1pm
Location: Signal Park, Busselton
 | Events |
Dairy Innovation Day On-farm conference and exhibition focusing on 'Future Proofing Your Business' in the dairy industry, with farm tours and expert presentations.
Date: Thursday
Time: 9am - 3:30pm (approx.)
Location: Evans Dairy Farm, 628 Hairpin Rd, Jindong
NDIS Access and Appeals Information Session Information session guiding attendees through NDIS access, application declines, and the appeals process.
Date: Thursday
Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Forrest Personnel, Busselton (Specific address not in snippet), Busselton
Ecosystem Recovery & Adaptation Banksia Woodlands Talk A presentation focusing on the recovery and adaptation of Banksia Woodlands, followed by an AGM.
Date: Thursday
Location: Venue at Dunsborough Lakes Drive, 35 Dunsborough Lakes Drive, Dunsborough
The Forest for Healing - Busselton An event focused on healing and connection with nature.
Date: Thursday
Location: Busselton Senior Citizens Club, Not Specified, Busselton
City LOVE Scavenger Hunt For Couples A date night scavenger hunt for couples, designed to be interactive and explore the city. Requires PDF tickets.
Date: Thursday
Time: From 1pm (flexible)
Location: Recommended starting point or city spot, User's choice within Busselton WA Area (using PDF tickets), Busselton Read more
Women of the Southwest Gallery Exhibition Photography exhibition by Dionne Doig demonstrating feminine identity, resilience, and beauty. Runs until May 19.
Date: Thu / Fri / Sat / Sun
Time: 10am - 4pm
Location: Bond Store Gallery, Old Courthouse Complex, 4 Queen Street, Busselton Read more
Flight Exhibition Photography exhibition by Danielle Briggs exploring gravity and flight, shot on film. Runs until May 17.
Date: Thu / Fri / Sat
Time: 10am - 4pm (Sat to 1pm or 4pm)
Location: Old Courthouse Gallery, Busselton Cultural Precinct, 4/7 Queen St, Busselton
Meet the Italians: Ereditá Launch Event Launch of Credaro's Ereditá Italian varietals range. Includes masterclass with winemaker Matt Godfrey, new release wines, antipasti, and live entertainment.
Date: Saturday
Time: 3pm - 6pm
Location: Credaro Family Estate, 2715 Caves Rd, Yallingup
Sound Bath at Amavi Farm Immersive sound bath experience with therapeutic grade singing bowls, rainstick, etc., for relaxation and stress reduction. Includes camper mat setup.
Date: Sunday
Time: 10am - 11:15am
Location: Amavi Farm, Kalgup (near West Busselton), Kalgup
Live Music |  |
Saturday
Thursday
Caves House | Sean Lillico & Kevin McDonald | 6-8pm
Har Bar | Karaoke | 7:30pm
Friday
Caves House | Pete Matthews | 5:30-8:30pm
Caves House | Paula Renee | 7-9pm
Har Bar | Turin Robinson | 7:30pm
Saturday
Aravina Estate | Live Music Stage:
Nikki Decampe | 12-12:45pm
Trent Knight | 2-2:45pm
Kiki & Co | 4-4:45pm
Aravina Estate | Horton Kombi Stage:
Eggs Benny | 10:30am-12pm
Nai-Eve | 12:45-2pm
Oscarín | 2:45-4pm
Oscarín | 4:45-5:30pm
Sunday
Esplanade Hotel | ACOUSTO | 2:30-5:30pm
Caves House | Spiff & Western | 5:30-8:30pm
 | News |
Restricted Burning Period Extended The Restricted Burning Period for the entire City of Busselton was extended, concluding at midnight on Wednesday, May 14. This measure was taken due to fire risk and was subject to change. Read more
Important Changes to Waste Facilities Changes to operating hours and requirements for disposing of certain household items for the 2025/2026 financial year were announced for the Busselton Waste Transfer and Recycling Centre and the Dunsborough Waste Facility.
Imposition of Fees and Charges The City of Busselton announced its intention to impose the adopted Schedule of Fees and Charges for the 2025/26 financial year. This step was planned to occur prior to the formal adoption of the annual budget.
Closure at Dunsborough Lakes Sporting Precinct The Dunsborough Lakes Sporting Precinct remained closed for the installation of stadium lighting. Works were extended, and the precinct was scheduled to reopen after May 16.
Road Works - Bussell Highway Significant road works on Bussell Highway within Busselton, between Travellers Well Street and Macintyre Street, continued. The project involves road widening, resurfacing, and upgrades to cycleways and footpaths, with completion expected by June.
Dunsborough Boat Ramp Works Completed Maintenance works at the Dunsborough Boat Ramp were finished, and the ramp reopened to the public on May 9.
Raymond Road Interchange Closure (Wilman Wadandi Highway) A temporary 24/7 closure of the northbound off-ramp from the Wilman Wadandi Highway onto Raymond Road was in effect from May 8 to May 16. A detour was put in place via South Western Highway and Raymond Road.
 | Puzzle |
Weather |  |
Thursday
23°C 🌡️ 8°C | ☀️ | ☂️ 5% | 💨 S/SE 15-20 km/h
Friday
23°C 🌡️ 9°C | ☀️ | ☂️ 5% | 💨 SE/E 15-20 km/h
Saturday
23°C 🌡️ 10°C | 🌤️ | ☂️ 5% | 💨 Light winds
Sunday
23°C 🌡️ 9°C | ☀️ | ☂️ 10% | 💨 NE/N 15-25 km/h
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