Recent Awards
WA Tourism Awards 2007 - Gold Medal Winner - Perth Chilli Festival - Festival & Events 2007"
ART IN THE PARK - Last Sunday of each month
Scheduled on the last Sunday of every month, Art in the Park features displays, demonstrations and sales of wonderful artworks by some of WA's finest artists in various media.
ARALUEN'S FREMANTLE CHILLI FESTIVAL
It is with some sadness that the decision to move the event from Araluen had to be made. This award-winning festival has grown to now rank as one of Western Australia's major cultural events. The success of this event has seen it out grow Araluen as a venue and we see the move to Fremantle as very positive and exciting.
The event management team at Araluen will continue to plan and manage this event the only difference being the venue. It will be staged at the Esplanade, Fremantle on the weekend 13/14 March 2010.
This event is a celebration of the unique culinary and cultural aspects of Chillies. It features a diverse range of stallholders, entertainment and cooking demonstrations by our celebrity chef.
The Festival is a celebration of everything Chilli from fresh foods,plants, pikles, chutneys, olives, cheese, chocolate, wine, beers and much, much more. Live music will add to the wonderful carnival atmosphere. Come and join in the celebrations on Saturday 13 12noon to 8pm and Sunday 14 10am to 5pm March 2010
For more information on the Festival please contact Liz Dunn 9496 1171 email ldunn@araluenbotanicpark.com.au
CAROLS BY TORCHLIGHT - SUNDAY 13 DECEMBER 7pm
Come and join in the spirit of Christmas in the picturesque setting of Araluen Botanic Park. Be early and enjoy a picnic tea before the Carols commence at 7pm
Featuring:
Town of Victoria Park Brass
Perth Male Voice Choir
Roleystone Primary School Choir
Paul Peacock
Refreshments on sale
BLUES IN THE NIGHT CONCERT
Blues in the Night Concert proudly brought to you by Goad Transport. Saturday 13 February 5.15pm till 11pm. This annual highlight of the blues calandar will feature:
DAVE HOLE
Matt Taylor and Chain
Chelsea J Gibson
Jonesy's Cow
Hot food, soft drink, tea & coffee on sale or bring a picnic.
Adults $48 school aged child $20 - Phone 9496 1171 to book tickets
LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT PROJECT FOR YOUR PRECIOUS SPARETIME
Then why not consider becoming an Araluen Botanic Park volunteer?
Volunteers are an integral part of Araluen. We are indeed fortunate to have a great team of talented and dedicated volunteers who perform many valuable services in the Park.
Gardening Join this dedicated group we call the 'Wednesday Wonders'. They meet each Wednesday to garden, talk and enjoy a great morning tea.
The Roundhouse Gift Shop During 'Its Yates Springtime at Araluen' (August/September) the Roundhouse Gift Shop is open seven days a week and our great team of volunteers step in on a roster system to look after the needs of the many Park visitors.
This friendly face of the Park not only helps visitors with purchasing items from our extensive range of local crafts and homewares but also becomes an information centre for local and overseas people.
The Roundhouse Gift Shop is a valuable asset to the Park both financially and importantly as an information centre and volunteers play a major role in its success.
Train Driver Do you hold a current license, enjoy meeting people, had a life long desire to be a train driver and have a few spare hours? Then we have the perfect solution for you.
Why not become and Araluen volunteer train driver and bring joy to the many Park visitors who look forward to viewing the Park from the window of the train.
If you would like to know more regarding volunteering please contact Liz or Sue on 9496 1171 during business hours or email info@araluenbotanicpark.com.au.
ARALUEN VALLEY OF DREAMS
The book is the first publication of its kind for Araluen and marks an important chapter in the Park's evolution.
The author, Cyril Ayris, is a highly respected writer who gained solid credentials as a journalist for the West Australian Newspapers.
"Valley of Dreams" is a delightful easy read that is filled with stunning past and present images of the Park.
The book is a pictorial history of the Park and can be purchased from the Roundhouse Gift Shop or the Administration Office for $9.95.
"ARALUEN" CD
Visitors to the Park have fallen in love with Robert J Boyd's unique keyboard music, which fits beautifully with the ambience of Araluen.
The CD features composition especially dedicated to Araluen and infused with birds and other natural sounds actually recorded in the Park.
The CD can be purchased from the Roundhouse Gift Shop or the Administration Office for $30.00.
ELECTRIC SCOOTERS/WHEELCHAIRS
Electric scooters ($5.00 per 2 hour hire) and wheelchairs (free of charge) are available for those with mobility restrictions. A bond of $10.00 is required for the hire of scooters and wheelchairs.
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