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FACEBOOK PHOTO OF
THE MONTH
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It may be February
already but Summer is well and truly kicking on in the Margaret River
Region - warm sunny days and long, balmy evenings.
We hope it never
ends! To celebrate this endless summer, we've put together some great
midweek specials for February and March - so check
it out, and make that dream a reality. In other news, the Cape to Cape Track was recently named in Australia's
top six walk trails by Experience Oz, and we were also placed on
Australia's offical 'bucketlist' for 2015 -
speaking of making that dream a reality!
Valentine's Day is around
the corner so check out our list of the region's top
10 romantic spots, or if you're after something super special,
don't miss the exclusive opportunity to dine under the stars with
your Valentine on the Lake Cave Deck. Read on for
more tips, events, and news from the Margaret River Region!
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“The best
wine, the best produce and the best scenery.”
~ Heston Blumenthal,
world-renowned chef
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Freedom is a midweek weekend | Stays
from $130 night
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If
you have returned to work after the holidays, don't let summer become
a distant memory already!
There are still many weeks of blissful
sunshine and peaceful beaches to enjoy in the Margaret River Region.
Don't miss the chance to save on stays during February and March,
with deals starting from just $130. So why not break the routine and
start planning your midweek escape today!
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Cape to Cape in Australia's top six
walking hotspots
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The
Cape to Cape Track in the Margaret River Region, Western Australia
has been named in Australia's top six walking hotspots for 2015 by
leading travel website Experience Oz.
The walk trail, which runs for
135km from Cape Naturaliste in the north to Cape Leeuwin in the
south, is the longest coastal track in Australia, with spectacularly
diverse scenery along the way.
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Top 10 romantic spots in The
Margaret River Region
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Looking
for a special place to take your true love this Valentine's Day? Look
no further than The Margaret River Region - endless beaches, gorgeous
vineyards, towering forests... the region is romance just waiting to
happen!
We've put together our recommendations of the top 10 romantic
(and some secret!) spots to spend your Valentine's Day in our
beautiful region.
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Margaret River on Australia's 2015
bucketlist
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More
good news - Margaret River has been listed among the top 10
destinations in Last Minute's 'Aussie Bucket List'. The list was
based on a survey of over 4000 Australians who nominated iconic
natural landmarks which they had not yet visited, but intend to.
Author Bec Livingstone recommended readers 'spend mornings at
the beach and afternoons wine tasting and nomming on local produce.'
We agree!
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New gallery: Treeton Fine Wood
Studio
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Recently opened in
Cowaramup, Treeton Fine Wood Furniture offers custom-made fine
furniture utilising local hard woods such as Marri, Jarrah, Sheoak
and Blackbutt.
Owner/artist Adrian van den Ouweland new purpose built
workshop and gallery displays an array of finely crafted furniture
and smaller items on display, including his famous end grain chopping
boards.
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Product alerts, awards and updates
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• The
Chauffeur Bus is doing transport for the South West Craft Beer
Fest, from Margaret River, Busselton, Bunbury, Yallingup and
Dunsborough;
• Vasse
Virgin's new food room wasrecently unveiled - purpose-built to
showcase and expand on its gourmet food range. With views out to our
Vegie Garden, the olive grove and the vineyard beyond, it’s a foodies
haven.
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Busselton Jetty 150th celebrations:
7 February, 2015
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The magnificent
Busselton Jetty has stood the test of time and 2015 will see this
tourism icon celebrating its 150th year.
To celebrate this historic
milestone, the Busselton Jetty and the City of Busselton hosting a
free community concert and fireworks for everyone to enjoy on
Saturday, 7th February 2015.
Popular rock trio, Eskimo Joe, are
headlining the concert and will be taking to the main stage at
approximately 7.20pm. What better way to celebrate the milestone that
with a band that hails from WA!
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Busselton Jetty Swim: 7- 8 February,
2015
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Since 1996, the
Busselton Jetty Swim has grown from a local event to an
internationally recognized event attracting in excess of 1750
competitors.
The Busselton Jetty Swim 2015 event will take place over
2 days with entertainment, activities and family-friendly fun, with
the swim taking place on the morning of Sunday 8th February 2015.
The
course is a swim of 3.6 km around the Busselton Jetty. Solos and
relay teams of two and four are welcome. Be a part of the atmosphere
and enter the best jetty swim in the world.
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Valentines Day on the Lake Cave
Deck: 14 February, 2015
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Enjoy
a romantic Valentines Day dinner under the stars on the spectacular
suspended deck at Lake Cave.
The deck appears to hover in the tops of
the magnificent karri trees, above the beautifully lit cavern.
Enjoy
a sensational three course 'shared plate' menu of local produce from
Gnarabar restaurant accompanied by Margaret River's finest wines from
Clairault . A unique way to spend your Valentines Day with that
someone special.
Want to know
more? Book
your tickets online or contact CaveWorks on +61 8 9757 7411 or via email.
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South West Craft Beer Festival: 14
February, 2015
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The best of the South
West craft breweries will come together for a celebration of the
region’s produce, music and of course beer!
Festival goers will
sample the region’s finest brews – from the more traditional pale
ales and pilsners to creations like ginger and chocolate beer, while
listening to live, local music.
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Augusta River Festival: 28 February
- 1st March, 2015
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The Augusta River
Festival is a two-day event that provides water and land based
activities and entertainment for the whole family.
The main action
takes place on Sunday 1st March 2015, where you will find a packed
programme of events rolling out, including the popular drink-can
regatta. There are lots of craft and food stalls, displays and
amusements for all ages to enjoy.
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Leeuwin Estate Concert: March 7,
2015
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The 2015 Leeuwin
Concert will return to its classical origins, presenting superstar
Welsh bass-baritone, Bryn Terfel CBE and soprano, Rachelle Durkin,
with the Perth Symphony Orchestra on Saturday March 7 in what
promises to be a stunning alfresco vineyard performance featuring the
classics of popular opera and stage musicals.
The concert will
incorporate the Leeuwin Marquee event and the traditional post
performance arena party.
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Sandalford Vineyard Half Marathon:
March 7, 2015
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The 2015 Sandalford
Vineyard Half Marathon will take participants on a 21.1km journey
through one of the oldest, largest and most scenic vineyards in all
of Margaret River.
This off-road run captures the very essence of
Margaret River: vines for kilometres, stunning scenery, and the
golden hues of late summer and early autumn combined. The event
caters for all - with the Half Marathon supported by a 10km and 5km
run and a 2.5km 'Grape Run' for juniors and families.
Want to know more?
Participants can register for the event via
the website.
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Emergence Creative Festival: March 8
- 11, 2015
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The Emergence Creative
Festival turns the iconic Margaret River Region into a Creative
Playground, bringing together like-minded creatives from across the
globe for a four day sensory overload.
Dubbed the 'anti-conference',
the Margaret River Region's very own ideas fest is an influential
celebration of creativity where ideas get off the ground.
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Regional events calendar
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There's always lots of
exciting events happening in the Margaret River Region! For our
full events listing visit
our online calendar.
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Smoked salmon, walnut and goat's
cheese salad: The Larder
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The Larder is Margaret
River’s premier specialty gourmet retailer and is a not-to-be-missed
destination for fine food lovers. The Larder provides a unique
combination of services to its customers, incorporating a cooking
school, boutique caterering and gourmet deli. This summer salad is
perfect for balmy evenings, or a satisfying lunch - enjoy with a
glass of chilled Margaret River wine!
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Augusta
Margaret River Tourism Assoc.
100 Bussell Highway
Margaret River
Western Australia, 6285
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© Augusta
Margaret River Tourism Assoc.
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