Welcome to The Geographe Gazette!

In today’s edition:

• triple j's One Night Stand concert coming to Busselton

• Weekend markets

• Live music

• Art exhibitions

• And more…

"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today."

—Franklin D. Roosevelt

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!

What is the name of the national park located near Dunsborough?

• A) Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park

• B) Yanchep National Park

• C) Kalbarri National Park

• D) Karijini National Park

Answer to Last Week’s Trivia:

The answer to last week's question is B) 1865.

Busselton

• Origins Market hosts a diverse range of vendors and offerings. It operates extensively throughout the week.

  • Day: Thu / Fri / Sat / Sun

  • Time: Thu-Sat: 8:30am - 9:00pm; Sun: 8:30am - 6:00pm

  • Location: 86 West St, Busselton

• The Shed Markets Located at 4 Skiff Way, Abbey, this market operates year-round.

  • Day: Thu / Fri / Sat / Sun

  • Time: 9am - 5pm

  • Location: 4 Skiff Way, Abbey, Busselton

• Busselton Foreshore Markets A regular market held at Signal Park

  • Day: Sunday

  • Time: 7am - 12:30pm

  • Location: Signal Park, Busselton

• Vasse Markets Held at Vasse Hall on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays of the month.

  • Day: Saturday

  • Time: 7:30am - 12pm

  • Location: Vasse Hall, Vasse

• Vasse Village Farmers Market This market is open on weekends.

  • Date: Sat / Sun

  • Time: Until 5:30 pm

  • Location: 4 Orchard Place, Vasse

Locals' Night at Origins Special deals from the food establishments within Origins Market and a happy hour with discounted drinks.

• Date: April 3rd

• Time: 5:00-8:00pm

• Location: Origins Market, 86 West Street, Busselton

Japan Club A free event organized by GOLD Educational Tours featuring expert presentations and discussions about Japanese culture and travel opportunities, including "Delicious Food Tasting" of Japanese street food samples.

• Date: April 3rd

• Time: 6:00-7:00pm

• Location: Origins Market, 86 West St, Busselton

Stories that quilts tell… An art exhibition focusing on the display and appreciation of quilts as an art form and a medium for storytelling.

• Date: April 3-15

• Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm

• Location: Busselton Cultural Precinct

Salsa Dance Lessons with Malo & Rose Dance instruction in Salsa, where music is used for teaching purposes but is not a live musical performance.

• Date: April 3rd

• Time: 5:30-7:30pm

• Location: Eleven Winery, Eagle Bay

Bath Salt Workshop with Mystic Den A hands-on workshop likely involving instruction and the creation of bath salts by participants.

• Date: April 4th

• Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

• Location: Origins Market, 86 West St, Busselton

'The Dreaming Lady' Paint and Sip An event where participants create their own paintings under guidance in a relaxed atmosphere where beverages are available for purchase.

• Date: April 4th

• Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm

• Location: The Ship Inn in Busselton

Artificial Intelligence Content Writing Training A workshop designed to equip participants with skills in using AI tools for content creation.

• Date: April 4th

• Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm (approx.)

• Location: "The Good Egg" in Dunsborough

Corks & Canvas: Dahlias on Wood Plaque A painting workshop focused on the theme of "Dahlias on Wood Plaque."

• Date: April 4th

• Time: 6:00-8:00pm

• Location: Eleven Winery, Eagle Bay

Friday

• Caves House | Emjay | 5:30-8:30pm

• Har Bar | Fridays LIVE feat Jules Candy | 7:30pm

Saturday

• Bootleg Brewery | Thomas Reagan | 12-3pm

• Beerfarm | Ian Cocker | 2-5pm

• Caves House | Martin Lee Cropper | 5:30-8:30pm

• Origins Market | Live Music Sessions at The Market Bar | 5:30-7:30pm

• Har Bar | Autumn Beats feat Sgt DSKO | 7:30pm

Sunday

• Caves House | Vic & Pearl | 1-4pm

• Bootleg Brewery | Seth Lowe | 12-3pm

• Caves House | The YallingUppers Trio | 5:30-8:30pm

• triple j One Night Stand heads to Busselton! Get ready, music lovers! triple j announced they're bringing their One Night Stand concert to Busselton in 2025. This great news comes after some festival cancellations, and locals are reportedly "bloody stoked".

• Busselton supports Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative. The City of Busselton announced its support for the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative on March 27th. This aims to create a more inclusive community for people with hidden disabilities.

• Community at the heart of Busselton Water grants and survey. Busselton Water launched its annual Community Partnership Program and biennial Customer Survey on March 31st. They're offering $50,000 in grants for local projects focused on water efficiency, environmental sustainability, and community connection.

• Anticipation builds for new chocolate shop. There's excitement brewing for the opening of a new chocolate shop on the Busselton foreshore, expected to be ready in time for the April school holidays. Sweet!

Government Corner

City of Busselton Updates

• Measles Alert. A public health alert concerning potential measles exposure sites in the region has been ongoing, with an update issued on April 2nd. This indicates continued vigilance by health authorities.

• Roundabout Reconstruction in Dunsborough. The City of Busselton announced on March 31st that roundabout reconstruction on Clubhouse Drive in Dunsborough would be taking place. This is a local government infrastructure project affecting the area.

• Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative Embraced. On March 27th, the City of Busselton publicly announced its support for the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Initiative, demonstrating a commitment to fostering an inclusive community for individuals with hidden disabilities.

• "We Are Many Things" Art Exhibition. This art exhibition at The Old Courthouse in Busselton, a council-owned venue, commenced on March 27th and will run until April 20th. This highlights the City's ongoing support for cultural activities.

Friday

22 °C 🌡️ 13 °C | 🌧️ | Chance of Rain 90% | 💨 SE 35-50 km/h

Saturday

25 °C 🌡️ 13 °C | 🌦️ | Chance of Rain 70% | 💨 E/SE 20-30 km/h

Sunday

28 °C 🌡️ 14 °C | 🌤️ | Chance of Rain 20% | 💨 E/SE 15-25 km/h turning NE 15-20 km/h

Monday

27 °C 🌡️ 15 °C | ⛅ | Chance of Rain 30% | 💨 Light winds

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-Editor