2023 Festival program

Mitch Clark of the Cats is consoled by Chris Scott, Senior Coach of the Cats after the 2015 AFL Round 06 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Geelong Cats at the MCG, Melbourne on May 08, 2015. (Photo: Michael Willson/AFL Media)
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 17: Tayla Harris of the Blues kicks the ball during the 2019 NAB AFLW Round 07 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Carlton Blues at VU Whitten Oval on March 17, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Media)

“Straight to the Pool Room”, with “Beyond the Boundary” and “Home Ground” exhibitions, at Swan Hill Art Gallery

FRIDAY 1 SEPTEMBER, 7.30PM 
SWAN HILL REGIONAL ART GALLERY

Musicians Olivia Nathan, Delsinki, Lee Spence & John Kendall will perform on Friday night at the Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery, with iconic 80s Aussies covers complementing “Beyond the Boundary” and “Home Ground” exhibitions.

“Beyond the Boundary” captures the action, the heartache, and the emotion of Australian rules football through Michael Willson’s photography. Michael lived in Swan Hill and played for Lake Boga, before moving to Melbourne for his career as a highly respected sports photographer and Chief Photographer for the AFL.

“Home Ground” features the works of various artists in photography, ceramics, paintings, and prints, providing a contemplative and nuanced interpretation of players, supporters, and the game of Australian Rules Football. Immerse yourself in music and artwork celebrating Australia’s football culture and creativity.

7.30pm – $15 Tickets are limited

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Go North Arts Festival at Swan Hill Town Hall

SATURDAY 2 SEPTEMBER  |  SWAN HILL TOWN HALL

A spectacular live music and art event. There’ll be music from:

  • Benny Walker
  • The Maes
  • Simon Marks
  • Elise Drake

And you can get your hands dirty by trying something new at art workshops for people of all ages and skill:

  • Cardboard and recycled material sculptures with Eliza-Jane Gilchrist
  • Spray paint and stencils with Kerryn Finch
  • Lino cutting and printing with Paul Oswin      
  • Still life drawing with Shirley Pinchen
  • Clay and wheel throwing with Damian Thomas
  • Aboriginal inspired painting and weaving with Kenita Lee McCartney
  • Ukulele tuition with Sue Turner
  • Drumming with One Spirit Africa

Opening dance and Welcome to Country by the Wiran Dance Group.
Food trucks will be on site.
Alcoholic drinks will be available at bar prices – strictly no BYO alcohol.
This is an all-ages event.

THE DETAILS:

Swan Hill Town Hall
Saturday, 2 September
Doors open 12noon
Workshops from 12.30pm
Welcome to Country 12.15pm
Music from 12.30pm (until about 6pm)
A FREE community event.

Unplugged at the Bar –
Nick Barker at “Mully’s Place”

SUNDAY 3 SEPTEMBER, 3PM | MULLY’S PLACE

A prolific live touring performer, Nick Barker is known for his charismatic stage presence, and masterful songwriting. Nick will bring it all to the stage in the intimate surroundings of Mully’s Bar.

3pm – $15

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