Tiaras to the Top
2023-10-11 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Albert Hotel Monto, Newton St, Monto
Theatre Restaraunt – Louise the DIVA presents her very popular production is Songs from Stage and Screen throughout Central Queensland, up to the Atherton Tableland. This is part of her Tiaras to the Top Tour. Audience members will have the opportunity to choose the songs that are performed at each show, by filling out a pre-show survey. Join Louise as she takes you on a truly memorable journey of well known and new songs from musicals and movies.
Enjoy a succulent 2 course meal lovingly prepared by the wonderful staff at Albert Hotel.
We are proud to welcome Monto Performing Arts as part of this event.

Fiona McArthur is visiting the North Burnett!
2023-10-12 09:30 - 10:30 | Monto Library, Newton St, Monto
Bestselling author, Fiona McArthur is visiting the North Burnett!
Join us this October to hear from acclaimed Australian author, Fiona McArthur, as she unveils her brand-new book.
‘As the River Rises’ explores themes of emotional abuse, the rural doctor shortage and hope in the face of natural disasters, but in true McArthur form – there’ll always be sunshine at the end of the storm.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to meet the author behind bestselling works like ‘The Opal Miner’s Daughter’ and ‘Aussie Midwives’, hear her story and ask your burning questions.
No bookings are required for these free Author Talk events!

Car Rally and Show & Shine
2023-10-14 10:00 - 19:00 | Monto Show Grounds, Oxley St, Monto

OKTOBERFEST
2023-10-14 16:00 - 23:45 | Albert Hotel Monto, Newton St, Monto
All the festivities starting at 4pm with Wal Neilsen kicking off the night from 6pm

Mitre 10 Trade Show
2023-10-20 13:00 - 17:00 | Mitre 10, Newton St, Monto

Fresh Food Markets
2023-10-21 - 2023-10-22 | Monto Neighbourhood Centre, Huxley St, Monto
The Monto Neighbourhood Centre Team are very excited to announce their ‘Fresh Food Market’ that will be held on Saturday, the 21st of October, 2023!
For this event, we are inviting all of the local schools and members of the community so sell and display all of the amazing food that they have grown and created themselves! Anything from fresh fruit and veggies to dried herbs and spices, honey, flowers, home made cakes- the options are endless! But it all has one thing in common, you grew or made it yourself!
The aim of this event is to promote healthy eating for the young people in our community, as well as encourage the community to shop local and focus on the work that goes into food production and growth.
The event is open to all members of the North Burnett Community to come and sell their fresh produce. Please keep an eye out for any and all updates as we move forward.
To register a stall, please call the MNC team on 4994 2508, or Maddi on 0447 061 775 between 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday. We look forward to having as many involved as possible, and are excited to hear from you!

Oktoberfest at the Grand
2023-10-21 10:00 - 23:45 | Monto Grand Hotel

Ian Quinn and Spit Roast at Mungungo Pub
2023-10-21 17:00 - 23:45 | Mungungo Pub

Derek F Smith at the Albert Hotel
2023-10-21 19:00 - 23:00 | Alberto Hotel, Newton St, Monto

North Burnett Community & Careers Expo
2023-10-24 09:00 - 14:00 | Gayndah Town Hall, 34 - 36 Burnett Highway, Gayndah
Do you know what your career aspirations are?
What training you need to move into a new field?
The North Burnett Community & Careers Expo will provide local Students, job seekers and community members and opportunity to meet and speak with a variety of employing exhibitors to talk about their options.
Head to the Gayndah Town Hall from 9:00am on Tuesday 24th October to check it out!
We will see you there!

Trivia Night - Through the Decades
2023-10-27 17:30 - 2023-10-28 07:15 | Albert Hotel Monto, Newton St, Monto

Grand Hotel Halloween Costume Party.
2023-10-28 - 2023-10-29 | Grand Hotel, Newton St, Monto

Halloween AFTER THE FALLOUT
2023-10-31 - 2023-11-01 | Monto Circus Fire Stunts, Newton St, Monto
Welcome to ” After the Fallout – Haunted House Walkthrough ”
Come on down and get your Scare on if you Dare.
Saturday 28th October 2023 – Guided walkthrough
10am till 12 noon – No scare actors
5pm till 8pm … ish – Scare Actors
Gold coin Donation
Tuesday 31st October 2023 – Guided Walkthrough
5pm till 8pm…ish – Scare Actors
There will be a sausage sizzle on the Saturday and Tuesday Night walkthroughs .

Did you know that Halloween was first celebrated in Australia in in Castlemaine, Victoria, in October 1858?
It was celebrated before Aussie Rules was first played, before NRL, Before the Sydney Harbour Bridge & before Federation!!

Here are the facts – Aussie rules was first played in Melbourne in 1859; NRL was founded in 1997; the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932 and Federation was in 1901.

https://www.hallozween.com.au/history-of-halloween/#:~:text=It%20was%20first%20celebrated%20in,of%20Samhuinn%20%E2%80%93%20marking%20summer’s%20end.

Montonians Luncheon
2023-10-31 11:00 - 15:00 | Monto Shire Hall
Open to all over 50s, for $10 you get a two course meal and raffle tickets. Doors open 11am, lunch at Noon. This is a lovely social get together for our residents new and old or visitors. Please put your name name down at the Library by Monday 30th October.

Halloween Trick or Treating
2023-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Monto, Monto
Please remember and consider if you would like this event for your kids that without addresses this can’t and won’t be successful
Lets help make this successful for Monto Children.
It doesn’t have to be expensive to participate – Can be Balloons, icy cups, home baked goodies cups of cordial ect anything you like.
Please comment your address on the facebook page: Monto Halloween Trick or Treat for kids . If not on facebook just set up and people will find you as they drive around town.
Also please pop a decoration on the mailbox or fence ect so kids know your participating (Balloon or candle ect) Thanks so much.
Halloween is on the 31st of October. Also Kids please start thinking about you spooky costumes. Don’t forget to share the news Start time is 5 pm finish time is 8 pm. LET’S HAVE SPOOKY FUN
https://www.facebook.com/groups/374928202672647
Did you know that Halloween was first celebrated in Australia in in Castlemaine, Victoria, in October 1858?
It was celebrated before Aussie Rules was first played, before NRL, Before the Sydney Harbour Bridge & before Federation!!

Here are the facts – Aussie rules was first played in Melbourne in 1859; NRL was founded in 1997; the Sydney Harbour Bridge opened in 1932 and Federation was in 1901.

https://www.hallozween.com.au/history-of-halloween/#:~:text=It%20was%20first%20celebrated%20in,of%20Samhuinn%20%E2%80%93%20marking%20summer’s%20end.

Halloween at the Albert Hotel .
2023-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Alberto Hotel, Newton St, Monto

Adrian Kummerfeld's Golf Day
2023-11-04 - 2023-11-05 | Monto Golf Club

Art Work Shop - Paint & Party!
2023-11-04 09:00 - 17:00 | Monto Museum of Art

Fleur McDonald at Monto Library
2023-11-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Monto Library, Newton St, Monto
Bestselling rural suspense author, Fleur McDonald, is visiting two North Burnett Libraries in November!
Join us to meet the author behind numerous bestsellers, and as Fleur introduces us to her latest book, Voices in the Dark.
Monto Library: 6 November 2023, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Mundubbera Library: 7 November, 12:30pm-1:30pm
This is an incredible opportunity to meet one of Australia’s leading rural literature authors.
Fleur will be signing books after the event, and copies of her exciting new release, Voices in the Dark, will be available for purchase.
To learn more about Fleur and her books, visit: www.fleurmcdonald.com

Grand Hotel Melbourne Cup
2023-11-07 - 2023-11-08 | Grand Hotel, Newton St, Monto
Join us on Cup Day for a day of fun, fashion, and excitement. Watch the race on the big screen, make your bets at the only TAB in town, and enjoy delicious food and drinks. We’ll also be giving away a lucky door prize and prizes for Best Dressed Fashions, so come dressed to impress!
Here’s what you can expect:
Big screen viewing of the race
TAB betting
Lucky door prize
Best Dressed Fashions prizes
Delicious food and drinks
Fun and festive atmosphere
Don’t miss out on the best Melbourne Cup Day party in town!
Book your table today!
Call (07) 4166 1136 or email functions.grandhotel@outlook.com

Melbourne Cup Lunch - Ridgehaven
2023-11-07 11:30 - 15:30 | Ridgehaven Retirement Complex

Albert Hotel Melbourne Cup
2023-11-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Alberto Hotel, Newton St, Monto
Jump online now to secure your tickets! Please contact the Albert Hotel if you have booked a ticket and have any allergies or preferences.
https://www.trybooking.com/CMJQS

Cania Fishing Competition
2023-11-11 - 2023-11-13 | Cania Dam
To secure an early bird nomination, please have your forms and payment in by November 3rd

St Therese's Christma Fair
2023-11-17 18:00 - 21:00 | St Therese’s School, Rayleigh St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia

Monto Pony Club Camp
2023-11-18 07:00 - 2023-11-19 15:00 | Monto Show Grounds, Oxley St, Monto
Nominations close Friday 27th October.
Camp hosted by the Monto Pony Club.
All welcome – pony club members & non members!!
BYO: Horse/pony, sleeping gear, cutlery & crockery.
There will be jumping, flat work, games & more!
Pony Club Member: $165pp
Pony Club Member Led: $135pp
Non Pony Club Member: $ 185pp
Extra Meals: $60pp
Camping & Stabling Fees: $15
Email us for a registration Form: monto.ponyclub@gmail.com

Tom Curtain at Dawes Hall
2023-11-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Dawes Hall, Blackman's Yards Road, Thangool, QLD, Australia, Queensland
Where – Dawes Hall Campdraft Grounds – Located on the Burnett Highway, half way between Monto & Biloela
When – Saturday 18th November 2023
Time – 6:00 – 8:30pm (Gates open 5:00pm)
Tickets – Purcahse Online – Adults $40 / Senior $35 / Students (6-17yrs) $25 / Kids 5yr&U FREE
Tickets Purchased at the Door – Adults $50 / Senior $45 / Students (6-17yrs) $35 / Kids 5yr&U FREE
Food/Drinks – will be available for purchase
What to Bring – Guests encouraged to BYO chairs and picnic blankets. Cash and EFTPOS accepted for merchandise purchases.
Further details – www.katherineoutbackexperience.com.au /

SCRABBLE CHALLENGE!
2023-11-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Monto Neighbourhood Centre, Huxley St, Monto
Who’s ready for a good old fashioned SCRABBLE CHALLENGE!
Open invitation to anyone who feels up to the challenge – 2pm on the 22nd of November at the Monto Neighbourhood Centre. Be there or be Square!

Burnett Christmas Pop Up Shop - Mundubbera
2023-11-23 - 2023-12-03 | Mundubbera Shire Hall, Lyon St, Mundubbera

Kellco Golf Day
2023-11-25 10:00 - 18:30 | Monto Golf Club

Tom Curtain at Gayndah
2023-11-25 17:30 - 20:00 | Gayndah Show Grounds
Where – Gayndah Show Grounds
When – Saturday 25th November 2023
Time – 5.30 – 8:30pm (Gates open 5:00pm)
Tickets – Purchase Online – Adults $40 / Senior $35 / Students (6-17yrs) $25 / Kids 5yr&U FREE
Tickets Purchased at the Door – Adults $50 / Senior $45 / Students (6-17yrs) $35 / Kids 5yr&U FREE
Food/Drinks – will be available for purchase
What to Bring – Guests encouraged to BYO chairs and picnic blankets. Cash and EFTPOS accepted for merchandise purchases.
Further details – www.katherineoutbackexperience.com.au /
https://events.humanitix.com/tom-curtain-tour-gayndah_2023/tickets
