Origins Market looks set to reel in the region’s best producers and artisans when it opens in Busselton in Spring 2021. Local, sustainably-sourced products will be the order of the day and the markets are expected to provide a much-needed boost for growers and producers, ensuring that more profits return to the source - the farmers and fishermen.
Heading to the South West for your next holiday? Download the new Holiday Advantage app to save on your favourite attractions, cafes, wineries, breweries, retail outlets and more. Creator and Dunsborough local Louise Robinson has borrowed from her successful Local Advantage model to create a tool for visitors to the region to enjoy many great offers from local operators, over and over again.
If you’ve ever consulted a local guide book on walking along the Capes coast or appreciated the south west’s wildflowers, chances are you’ve seen the botanical art of Patricia Negus. The much-loved Margaret River artist will open her studio, Swallow’s Welcome, for the last time at this month’s Margaret River Region Open Studios, and for just four days. Patricia will be selling off 100 original watercolours and paintings that featured in the comprehensive book: Wildflowers of South West Australia by Jane Scott. There have been three editions of this beautiful publication and this will be a one-off opportunity to own an original artwork from the popular book.
Howard Park Winery’s exclusive Wine Chapel private wine and culinary experiences are back on the menu for discerning wine and food lovers. Launched earlier this year but put on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions, guests can again sip and sup their way through four private tasting experiences In the luxurious surrounds of the iconic winery’s private Wine Chapel.
One of WA’s most popular arts events, Margaret River Region Open Studios, will return in September after being forced to postpone due to COVID-19. 103 artists from around the region will be opening their studio doors to welcome in art lovers and share their passion. It’s on from 12 to 27 September, 2020. Visit the event website for full artist and studio details and information.
An experiential indoor market unlike any other in Western Australia will open in Busselton in Spring 2021. Ground-breaking at the Origins Market site took place yesterday (Wednesday 1 July) and developers have now commenced site works on this exciting and innovative project designed to have great appeal for both tourists and locals.
The City of Busselton is calling out to the public for any memories, photos, videos and stories related to Busselton’s Ballaarat steam engine which marks 150 years in 2021. It is the oldest Australian built steam locomotive still in existence, and WA's first operating locomotive engine.
