Monto Magic

Monto Markets
2019-03-02 08:00 - 08:15 (Australia/Brisbane) | Lister Street Artwalk, Lister Street, Monto
All Stall Holders Welcome
BBQ – Plants & Herbs – Cakes – Picture Frames & Art – handmade Soap – Patchwork – Crochet – Jewellery – Salt Lamps and much much more.

Monto Meet Up – Eidsvold Station
2019-02-17 09:15 - 09:30
Meet up at the post office park Newton Street at 9:15am to head off at 9:30am. We will head to Eidsvold via Abercorn road taking the scenic Cythia Range arriving at the Historical Complex where we will enjoy a stroll around the center taking in their extensive displays and use the shelters to enjoy our morning tea. The Historical Complex has an Entry fee of $5 for Adults and children are free, well worth it. They also sell historical books of Eidsvold for $30 if interested. We will then head off to Eidsvold Station and explore the original homestead filled with history, Please support this by dropping a donation in their box. Lunch will be in the Tolderodden Conservation Park beside the Burnett River before a drive out to Kirar Weir then heading home along the Highway with a stop for afternoon tea at Ceratodus, time permitting. This Trip offers a scenic drive, Historical Icons, Local Knowledge presented by a lovely couple John and Jan Mossman. A Glimpse into what Eidvold has to offer. What to bring: Hat, Camera, Lunch, morning/afternoon tea, chair and entry fee of $5

Monto Community Christmas Lunch
2018-12-25 11:30 - 11:45 | Monto Community Hall, Newton St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
The Monto Elves invite you to attend their Community Christmas Lunch.
RSVP is essential to the Monto Library.
Any donations towards the event would be greatly appreciated.

Magical Monto Christmas Celebration
2018-12-21 17:00 - 21:00
Gear up for Christmas with the Magical Monto Christmas celebration. There will be live entertainment, market stalls, ham wheel, kids rides, bbq.
Some stores will be open however please check with individual stores for their trading hours.

Tom Curtain – Katherine Outback Experience Speak Up Tour
2018-12-16 16:00 - 16:15 | Monto Showgrounds, Oxley St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
Multiple Golden Guitar winner and horseman extraordinaire Tom Curtain will be performing his Katherine Outback Experience show of real horse training and working dog demonstrations followed by a live music performance.
Online tickets are available at :
https://www.tomcurtain.com.au/tour/
Adults $30.00 plus online fee and GST $2.74 = $32.74
Student (6-17yrs) $15.00 plus online fee and GST $1.91 = $16.91
Kids 5 yrs and under FREE

Carols on the Deck
2018-12-07 18:00 - 18:15 | Monto Hospital

Kalpowar Festival of Small Halls
2018-11-17 14:00 - 14:15 | Kalpowar Hall
WE HAVE A DATE!
Festival Of Small Halls will be in Kalpowar 17th November 2018 – Mark it in your calendar. This is an event not to be missed.
World class entertainment in the Kalpowar Hall with a warm country vibe.
Tickets will be on sale SOON

St Therese Parish Fair
2018-11-16 18:00 - 18:15 | St Therese’s School, Rayleigh St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
Loads of fun to be had at the annual St Therese parish fair.
You can win a ham at the ham wheel, find your Christmas Party outfit at the fashion parade, heaps of stalls, a bar will be operating, Santa for the kids, Tyrone O’Reilly will perform along with other entertainment.

Monto Silver Buckle Horsemanship, Challenge Campdraft Clinic
2018-11-10 09:00 - 2018-11-11 17:00 | Monto Showgrounds, Oxley St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
Monto Silver Buckle will be running a clinic to raise funds in support of Ken & Anita.
3 Awesome instructors for 2 days covering all aspects of challenges, cattle work and horsemanship.
$400- for 2 days $200- non refundable deposit upon booking
$50 – Fence Sitters
A bar & canteen will be operating over the weekend.
Camping & Power will also be available

Ridgehaven Melbourne Cup Luncheon
2018-11-06 11:00 - 11:15 | Ridgehaven Sanderson Lounge
Come and watch the big race with Ridgehaven residents and friends at their Melbourne Cup Luncheon.
Doors will open at 11am and lunch will begin at 12 noon.
Sweeps will be available.
Prizes on offer for lucky door, raffle, jockey’s colours, best dressed lady and gent, best lady and gent hat.
There will be a fashion parade by Heilbronns Fashions
Admission includes a complimentary glass of champagne.

Monto Sheriff Trivia Night
2018-11-03 18:00 - 18:15 | Monto Community Hall, Newton St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
Everyone 16 years and older can attend.
A full bar will be available and for your $20- entry fee you will get trivia, prizes, games, pizza and nibbles.
A maximum of 8 people per table

Monto Blue Light Disco – Halloween Party
2018-11-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Monto Community Hall New, Newton St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
A fun night for the kids with prizes for the best costume.

Kalpowar Talent Quest
2018-10-20 19:00 - 19:15 | Kalpowar Hall
This event is open to people of all ages and musical abilities.
The winner will be decided by a judging panel.
A great opportunity to be the support act for, the Festival of Small Halls programme, featuring Madison Violet and Harry Jakamarra at Kalpowar on the 17th November.
Expressions of Interest via email to lindag@bordernet.com.au or phone Meagan on 41662088.

Mulgildie School – Prep Open Days
2018-10-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Mulgildie State School
Mulgildie State School is hosting Pre-Prep and open days. If you know someone who has a Prep child for next year, or an older student who might want to enrol at our great little school, let them know.

Monto OES Dance
2018-10-13 19:30 - 19:45 | Mulgildie Hall
Come along for a great night of dancing and fun.

Udderly Historical Day
2018-09-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Monto Three Moon Historical & Cultural Complex
Join in the fun and excitement at the Udderly Historical day.
More information to come so watch this space

Monto Meet Up – Abercorn, Wuruma, Old Rawbelle
2018-09-30 09:45 - 10:00
Meet up at the Post Office Park Newton St Monto at 9:45am to leave at 10am. This drive will take us out to Mulgildie to visit an old grave yard, old weir and the Bunyip Hole with a back drive through to Abercorn where we will visit the soda springs and taste the crisp soda water as nature herself supplies. Smoko at the Abercorn tennis courts before heading out to explore Wuruma Dam and enjoy our picnic lunch before heading along Old Rawbelle Road to visit the original site of the Rawbelle homestead and see the old grave yard beside the Nogo River. We will then stop at the rest area at Coominglah before heading home via Hurdle Gully with a chance to take in the views from the Coominglah lookout. This is an amazing drive with plenty to see, visit and explore. Don’t forget to pack your smoko/lunch, chair and camera. See You There!!

Monto Dairy Festival – The Wolfe Brothers
2018-09-29 17:00 - 17:15
The Wolfe Brothers will be performing at this years Monto Dairy Festival. Undoubtedly one of the most exciting country rock bands to emerge out of Australia over the past four decades this band delivers from the heart with superb musical skills, great songs, a strong connection with their fans and it is clear at every show – they love what they do.
We are udderly excited to have them as the lead act for this years Festival entertainment.

Udder Butter Ball
2018-09-28 18:00 - 23:00
Join us in celebrating the crowning of the 2018 Monto Dairy Festival Queen or King.
More information to come

Tractor Trek 2018
2018-09-25 08:00 - 2018-09-29 16:00
All tractors are invited to participate in this years Tractor Trek. It will undoubtedly offer something delightful for everyone. Come along and join us as we trek along the naturally beautiful heartland of the picturesque Monto district.
Starting at Monto you will venture throughout our region and return back to Monto in time to join in the Monto Dairy Festival parade.

Monto Dairy Festival Program
2018-09-22 09:00 - 2018-09-30 16:00
“Mustering the Mob” Program
Saturday 22nd Sept – Messy Church 10am -1pm – Monto Community Hall

Monday 24th Sept – Cheese Soiree – Sashing of the Princes/ess – Dairy Painting Judging – Photo Exhibit
7pm – Three Moon Historical & Cultural Complex

Tuesday 25th Sept – The Mustering the Mob Tractor Trek begins.
Udderly Moooononians Luncheon – 11.30am – 2pm at Monto Community Hall

Wednesday 26th Sept – Mustering the Kids Mooosy Day – 9am – 3pm – Monto Fire & Circus Alley

Thursday 27th Sept – Mustering in Memorial Park – p.30am – 11.30am

Friday 28th Sept – Total Cheessy Marking Workshop – Monto Showgrounds
Udder Butter Ball – 6.30pm – Colonial Motel

Saturday 29th Sept – Dairy Festival – Farmers Market – 9am Newton Street
Total Cheessy Making Workshop – Monto Showgrounds
Mustering the Mob Parade – 1pm Newton St to Monto Showgrounds
Monto Dairy Festival – 1.30pm – 11.30pm – Monto Showgrounds

Sunday 30th Sept – Udderly Historical at the Historical Complex

Monto RSL Trivia Night
2018-09-22 06:30 - 06:45 | Monto RSL Club, 7 Rutherford St, Monto
Food & drinks available from 5.30pm
Eyes down at 6.30pm
$60- per table of 6 maximum
A great night of entertainment assured

Monto Quilters High Tea
2018-09-17 09:00 - 09:15 | Monto Combined Sports Clubhouse, Thomson St, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
Join the Monto Quilters to welcome in Spring with a high tea.
There will be displays, raffle, lucky door, and guest speakers.
Proceeds in aid of Ridgehaven

Mungungo vs the World – Charity Cricket Event
2018-09-15 08:00 - 08:15
Mungungo Sports & Recreation Club Inc are hosting their mid-winter cricket fundraiser at the MCG (Mungungo Cricket Grounds) to raise funds for Life Flight, Angel Flight & Monto Aged Care on Saturday 15th September 2018.
A series of friendly 7-a-side matches throughout the day with the winning team taking on the Mighty Mungungo in the finals. Games start at 8.00am sharp Places available for teams or singles at $5.00 per player.
Throughout the day plenty of great food from our canteen is available with a BBQ at lunch. We have a licenced bar, however, NO BYO ALLOWED. This is a charity event and we are raising funds for worthy causes.
Loads of wonderful prizes in the continuous raffle to be won.
PARTY ON following the event with a pig-on-the-spit and join in on our local Talent Quest. Please note: NO EFTPOS will be available so please make sure you have cash.
Free Camping is available at Mungungo Pub with hot showers and toilets. They also have reasonably priced rooms to stay in just phone Vicki or Steve @ Mungungo Pub on 07 4166 5166.
For more information about the event please contact Vicki Mackay on 07 4166 5166 or Helen Goody 07 4166 5280 or leave a message and we’ll get straight back to you. We have limited to no mobile service in the area.
Email: vicki.mackay0@bigpond.com or send us a Facebook message.

Monto Meet Up – Mt Scoria Tour
2018-09-02 09:45 - 10:00
Meet up at the post office park Newton St at 9:45am to leave at 10:00am. This drive will take us out to Moonford for smoko/toilet stop at the Cania Gorge Recreation area, then head through Kariboe Rd to meet up on the highway for a few Km and turn of at Lawgi Hall to take the back Road through Lawgi to Mt Scoria. 1 of only 3 in the world, Scotland, Sicily and on our doorstep at Thangool this amazing Mountain is made from column shaped volcanic rock that when struck has a musical tone. Mount Scoria has picnic table and toilets . The drive is scenic with some nice views and consists of 39km of gravel road with a few rough sections and is suitable for all vehicles. Heading home will be via the highway. Things to bring: Smoko, lunch, chair, camera and sturdy shoes.

Ridgehaven Charity Bowls Day
2018-09-01 13:00 - 13:15 | Monto Bowls Club, Airport Rd, Monto QLD 4630, Australia
Names in by 12.30pm at the Bowls Club or phone Bob Kerr 41663642 before the day.
Patrons please provide a plate to share for afternoon tea.
Everyone welcome

Monto Soccer – Games played at Callide Fields
2018-09-01 08:30 - 08:45
Grand Final Day

The Pink Ribbon Gatsby Night
2018-08-31 07:30 - 07:45 | Monto Colonial Motor Inn, Thompson Street, Monto
You are invited to The Pink Ribbon Great Gatsby Night.
This event is a Cancer Council Fundraiser. There will be raffles, games, dance, prizes and best dressed prizes.
$15- pre event tickets
$20- tickets at the door
Tickets are available from Stacey’s Salon – The Fox & the Hare

Monto Soccer – Games played at Monto Fields
2018-08-25 08:30 - 08:45
Finals Day

Monto Soccer – Games played at Valleys Fields
2018-08-18 08:30 - 08:45
Semi-Finals are played today.
