Activities the whole community can participate in showcasing their talents and creativity through art, music and science. Festival events will run over four days from 28th June to 1 July with the main celebration held in the park from 9am - 4pm on Saturday 30th June. (See here for program of all events) Groups or individuals working with the natural environment, particularly wildlife will be sharing knowledge about the work they do. Market stalls will showcase products and produce from the region The focus is on; the cassowary ecologically sustainable tourism wildlife protection homegrown/handmade and sustainable products The fun colourful event will be held at a beach location with a marquee and stage hosting Guest speakers, Music all day Performances etc. The whole community, young and old, is encouraged to join in a host of activities including; 'Gunduy Midja' The spectacular 'Drumming of Cassowaries' parade featuring life size cassowary and wildlife sculptures. Competitions Open mic Sand modeling and weaving workshops Lots of Art & Craft activities at the 'Stripey's Tent The event is expected to attract a big audience including politicians and national media. WEAR CASSOWARY COLOURS
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Festival events begin 28th June 
An evening at Castaways with a presentation of Juergen Freund's spectacular imagery. tickets available at Castaways Resort 40687444 or Book online here Listen to Juergen and Stella interview with Sharon Molloy on ABC Far North- see full FESTIVAL program -
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ROADSIDE SIGNS DESIGNed BY Mission Beach school |
Great prizes
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Book
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From 9am
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Featuring special guest
TAY OSKEE
back 'home' at Mission beach especially for the festival
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Paul Brennan
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Choral Coast Collective
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JuJu Moon
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Brent Cook
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Doc
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John Brown
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Adamo and Pauly P
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- see full program -
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Art projects for the festival
Creation of sculptures
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The school choir
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Lantern making
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Bunting flags
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Watch the work in progress of the Gunduy Midja
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A huge heartfelt thanks to our sponsors
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