Events

Featuring more than 100 ancient objects, including four exceptionally preserved mummies from the British Museum's internationally renowned Egyptian collection, Mummy: Secrets of the Tomb explores the rituals of life, death and the after-life in Ancient Egypt.

His secrets were hidden for thousands of years.

Now this spectacular exhibition from the British Museum will reveal the life and death of Nesperennub, a temple priest who lived almost 3,000 years ago.

A prized treasure of the British Museum, Nesperennub's mummy has remained intact and untouched for almost 3000 years, unlike many other mummies found in ancient Egyptian tombs over the years.

Visit www.qm.qld.gov.au for more information.

Or visit www.foxtix.com to purchase tickets.

Two days of clean country family fun.

From chainsaws to fine furniture, the Maleny Wood Expo showcases the work of the region’s finest woodworkers. See Maleny come alive as mobile-mills fire up and the smell of fresh-cut sawdust brings Maleny’s timber heritage into the 21st century.

See the Wootha Prize Exhibition and lovingly crafted products by furniture-makers and toy-makers, musical instrument and box-makers, whittlers, carvers and everything in-between.

Live action includes chainsaw, trade and woodworking tool demonstrations.

Entertainment for everyone with free children’s activities, eco-friendly products for home and garden, local gourmet produce, environmental displays, great food and much more!

The Golden Mount Festival brings the community and visitors together to celebrate the rich heritage of gold mining in Mount Morgan.

Starting on Saturday, the main street (Morgan Street) comes alive with market stalls, various entertainment, competitions, fireworks and much more.

Sunday brings in the Golden Mount Festival Rodeo with a new addition of a concert after the day's action.

Monday finishes off the festival with a relaxing day at the Mount Morgan Dam.

For more information visit www.goldenmountfestival.org.au

The Noosa Winter Festival takes place on the sunny shores of Noosa Heads.

Events include the Noosa Blue Water Swim, Noosa Half Marathon, Noosa Century Cycle, Mizuno 10km Run and the Noosa 5km run/walk.

The potential for growth in the beef cattle genetics industry is enormous and Australia is at the forefront. Australia’s tropical and temperate adapted breeds are from large seedstock herds where effective selection is practised and her ‘clean, green’ status is acknowledged around the world.

Hosted in Rockhampton this conference will bring together internationally recognised experts in the commercial application of Beef Cattle Genetics and Genomics. A highlight of the conference is the two keynote addresses. On Sunday Dr Peter Barnard, General Manager International Markets and Economic Services, Meat & Livestock Australia will outline the International Market Opportunities for Beef. On Monday Professor Mike Goddard will deliver the genomic predictions to BREEDPLAN – major research results from the Beef CRC .

Other highlights of the program include: Opportunities for Import and Export of Superior Genetics, the latest developments in Genetic and Genomic Research, the International Launch of the MateSel Mate Selection Technology and case studies of how genomics can add value throughout the beef supply chain.

For more information visit www.beefaustralia.com.au

Groovin' The Moo is Australia's only national touring music event, mixing the excitement of a city festival with the relaxed vibe of the country.

The event plays host to over ten hours of music over one day and night, with an outdoor double stage and Moolin Rouge Tent for non-stop bands and DJs.

The culinary needs of all attendees will be catered for with an abundance of local food and market stalls along with licensed bar facilities, markets and chill-out areas. On the day, the energy is electric, the atmosphere is golden and the party is really a great celebration of music and the local community.

For more information visit www.gtm.net.au

The annual Cairns Blues Festival is an all ages, one day, open air, live music event featuring some of the most accomplished and respected blues artists available in modern times.

Held across two stages in the luscious confines of Fogarty Park right in the heart of Cairns - this is a festival with a focus on hospitality, tropicality and fine blues music. 

This is a festival fast becoming known for its friendly vibe, smooth operations and high quality programming. An all inclusive annual blues festival in a tropical destination - a winning combination!