Press Release for Rodeo

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The Tony Carsburg Holden 'Bucking Thunder' Downunder Series

Rodeo action returns to Mullumbimby after a two year recess on Saturday, September 27th, 2008. All the family fun of previous years will return to the Les Donnelly Field in Mullumbimby as competitors get ready to take on raging bulls and twisting horses.

Gates open at 3.00pm with family fun and quality entertainment continuing until midnight. Local children’s band “Final Hope” kicks off the festivities, performing from 3.00pm until 6.00pm. Children can look forward to music, stalls, rides, entertainment and a jumping castle.

This year patrons will have a unique opportunity to view the area from high above by taking a tethered hot air balloon ride. All the fun of a local rodeo (missed last year due to the equine flu epidemic) will come to life again with entertainment for all age groups.

The rodeo action commences at 6.00pm. See the clowns in action and marvel at the tenacity of riders. All the excitement, thrill and spills continue until 9.00pm. At this time rock band, “One 2 Many” will take centre stage for your enjoyment. Throughout the event, guests can enjoy bar and barbecue facilities, displays by local Emergency Service crews and a variety of stalls.

Don’t miss this exciting event. Committee members have worked hard to provide quality entertainment for your enjoyment. Your cooperation by displaying responsible behaviour will ensure a safe and successful event.
For more information please visit www.brunswickvalley.com.au/rodeo

The new program features... commencing at 3.00pm

Event 1 - 3.00pm - 6.00pm
Emergency Services Display
This display consists of NSW Rural Fire Service, SES, Brunswick Heads SLSC,
Brunswick Valley & District Volunteer Rescue Squad, NSW Fire Brigades & the
Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

Event 2 - 3.00pm - 6.00pm
Local Rock Band
Final Hope

Event 3 - 3.30pm - 8.00pm
Children's Amusements
Jumping Castle & associated rides.

Event 4 - 4.00pm - 9.00pm
Hot Air Balloon Rides.
Balloons Remain tethered to the ground and are only an
ascent and descent operation.

Event 5 - 6.00pm - 9.00pm
Rodeo Event
Includes clowns and all the live action associated with the rodeo.
Food outlets will operate from 3.30pm to 9.30pm.
Bar facilities and licensed alcohol outlet for 3.30pm to midnight as per local police
Instructions and License aloowances.

Event 6 - 9.00pm - 12.00 midnight
Local Rock Band "One 2 Many"
Enjoy the music and the evening....

The Rodeo Committee has taken considerable time in the planning of this family fun night and has
asked those attending the evening to keep it safe and fun for all to enjoy.
The night will be well supervised and arm bands will need to be worn throughout the night.

Major Sponsors of the Rodeo include...

Naming Rights Sponsor
Tony Carsburg Holden

Media Sponsors
Byron Shire News, Northern Star, Radio 2LM, ZZZ, Aussie Gateways Regional Marketing
Mullumbimby Print Works

Major Sponsors
Ray Towers Carpets, Bruns Hot Bread, Old Mill Timber Yard, Alstonville Cellars
Billinudgel Hotel, WD Nicholls Accountants, Mullumbimby Tyre Service
Mullumbimby Ex Services Club

Sponsors
TBA

Contact
Ken Ryan (02) 6684 5281,  Mobile 0417 401 704

Newspaper Promotional Photos

Click here - We wish to thanks all sponsors who supported this event