Taste Coleambally Festival 2022
28-30 October 2022
The Taste Coly Festival is back again!
This family-friendly 3-day event is the biggest yet. Our program is dedicated to showcasing our unique community, from our farming and produce to our country spirit and creativity.
The fun starts Friday night with a Cocktail Party leading into Saturday's program of Farm Tours, art displays, the Coly Colour Run and of course, our infamous 50 Mile Meal.
The Main Street Festival on Sunday begins at 9 with a full day of activities including the Kid's Art Workshop and Art Exhibition, the Festival Trail, street stalls, Billy cart races, entertainment and the Coly Cook off - just to name a few! Check out the full program below.
If you wish to be involved in our festival, whether it be as part of the amazing organisation crew consisting of committee members, volunteer helpers, stall holders, producers or as a sponsor, please contact us today.
So pencil in the 28th to the 30th of October 2022 in your calendar and keep up to date with our email notifications or follow us on Facebook.
This family-friendly 3-day event is the biggest yet. Our program is dedicated to showcasing our unique community, from our farming and produce to our country spirit and creativity.
The fun starts Friday night with a Cocktail Party leading into Saturday's program of Farm Tours, art displays, the Coly Colour Run and of course, our infamous 50 Mile Meal.
The Main Street Festival on Sunday begins at 9 with a full day of activities including the Kid's Art Workshop and Art Exhibition, the Festival Trail, street stalls, Billy cart races, entertainment and the Coly Cook off - just to name a few! Check out the full program below.
If you wish to be involved in our festival, whether it be as part of the amazing organisation crew consisting of committee members, volunteer helpers, stall holders, producers or as a sponsor, please contact us today.
So pencil in the 28th to the 30th of October 2022 in your calendar and keep up to date with our email notifications or follow us on Facebook.
Festival Program
Friday 28th October
Cocktail Party & Art Exhibition Opening
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Celebrate the opening of our Art Exhibition!
With canapes and a drink on arrival, wander and explore the creativity of local and interstate artists. Winners of the individual categories will be announced and prizes handed out. Online ticket sales have now closed. Tickets can still be purchased at the door. |
WHEN: Friday Oct 28
TIME: 7pm til late DRESS: Smart Casual WHERE: Townhall, Kingfisher Ave COST: $20 (pre-purchased) $25 (purchased at the door on the night) Tickets also available at The Coffee Nest (Main Street) |
Saturday 29th October
Western Riverina Arts Art Exhibition
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Walk around and enjoy the art exhibition including the entries and winners of our Taste Art Prize.
Want to get more involved? If you're a budding artist, why not enter the Taste Art Prize and be in the running for some fabulous prizes. DOWNLOAD ENTRY FORM HERE |
WHEN: Saturday 9am-2pm
Sunday 9am-2pm WHERE: Town Hall, Kingfisher Ave COST: EXHIBITION - Gold Coin Donation |
CIA Tyres Farm Tours
Take a coach tour around the Coleambally area to some of our iconic features and learn more about: our sustainable farming, what food and fibre products we are growing and how our region has diversified to meet the ever-changing world markets, climate change and government regulations.
You'll discover our passion for growing high quality food in an environmentally sustainable manner using best practise management, conservation machinery and biological farming to ensure maximum plant health and nutrition. This tour will give you an overview of the diverse crops we grow, the water delivery system and the history of Coleambally Irrigation Area as the newest town in NSW developed specifically for producing food for the nation. |
WHEN: Saturday Oct 29
TIME: 8:30am – 1.00 pm WHERE: DEPART Town Bus Stop COST: Adult - $20 Kids - $5 Family (2 Adults and kids) - $50 Contact : Christine Chirgwin - 0467 544 724 Book and purchase your seat now: |
Spark Renewables Coly Colour Run
New and old participants can expect 5kms of fun and laughter along a slightly modified bush track around the outskirts and straight through the main street of our town.
A new twist includes some agricultural themed obstacles to add that extra element of craziness! It is an unforgettable, vibrant event for the whole family! Prizes for a variety of categories, not JUST the first to finish! The run is open to anyone so why not grab a team together today! WHEN: Saturday Oct 29 TIME: 2pm WHERE: Town Hall, Kingfisher Ave COST: See right table Online registration and payment is now closed. Late Registrations and check in from 12 - 1.30pm at the Town Hall. |
AGE EARLY BIRD FULL PRICE
(TBA) Children under 5 FREE FREE 5-15 years $15 $20 16 years & over $20 $25 Seniors (50+) $10 $15 Families (2 adults & $50 $60 2 children 5-15 years) Groups of 6+ $15/pp ($5 discount) None |
Owen Toyota 50 Mile Meal
What better way to show off the wealth of local produce and producers, than by exploring these ingredients at this sell-out event?
The 50 Mile Meal provides an opportunity for people to enjoy a degustation menu featuring local produce sourced within nearly 50 miles of Coleambally. This year’s degustation menu features five courses with suitable accompanying beverages. This is a sell-out event, so booking early is highly recommended! Pre-bookings are essential and can be purchased through the Coleambally Community Club or online. If you require vegetarian or gluten free options you must advise when you purchase your ticket. BOOKINGS:
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WHEN: Saturday Oct 29
TIME: 6.00pm for 6.30pm WHERE: Coleambally Community Club COST: $80 per person (including beer/ wine with meal) |
Sunday 30th October
Kid's Art Workshop
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Proudly supported by
Kid's Art Workshop is a not to be missed fun-filled activity for the kids to get involved in some crazy exciting creative activities.
Suitable for ages 8 - 15 years. Please note that parental supervision will be required. 2 Sessions will be held, with numbers limited. So register your interest early to secure your spot! |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 10am WHERE: Town Hall COST: Free Contact: Kylie Rossato Ph: 0428 544 487 |
Festival Trail
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The main feature of the Festival will be an Interpretive Trail, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the Irrigation Farming narrative.
Guests will discover how modern irrigation techniques complement sustainable food production in the Riverina, encouraging them to associate locally grown commodities with the array of universally recognised brands they commonly purchase at the supermarket. |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main Street COST: FREE |
Grazing Paddock
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Get your taste buds ready for this popular slice of foodie heaven!
Grab a bite to eat from one of the stalls, showcasing delicious local ingredients and tastes from around the globe. Devour your treats while taking in the sounds from live entertainers, or pop along to a cooking demonstration by our Guest Foodie, Zecca Other Festival Trail Features include: - Captivating music and performances - Paddock to Plate Precinct - Food available from 9.00am - Markets and more! |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main street COST: FREE |
Guest Foodie
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We are proud to announce that our Guest Foodie for 2022 is Jamie Shepley!
Jamie owns and operates Mr.Lawrence and HIDE Steak & Bar, 2 exceptional restaurants in Wagga Wagga, with his business partner Luke Kerlin. Jamie’s enjoys the creative nature of being a chef, passing on his knowledge, experience and stories – attributes that make him a perfect fit for the Food I Am and Nu-Lumeah team. Jamie is well renowned within the industry with his degustation menus and passion for food. Please visit our Guest Foodie page to read more about our celebrity chef and his career. |
Our Guest Foodie will be conducting a demonstration and then will be the judge of the SunRice Coly Cook-Offs.
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30 TIME: 11.30pm - 12.30 pm (Cooking Demo) WHERE: Main street COST: FREE |
Art Precinct
The Art Precinct boasts a range of exciting artistic events over the festival weekend highlighting the varied regional creative talent.
Located at the Coleambally Community Hall and the surrounding grassed area at Kingfisher Ave, Coleambally. |
WHEN: Saturday & Sunday
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Town Hall, Kingfisher Ave COST: EXHIBITION - FREE! |
Pioneer Heritage Centre
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Visit the Pioneer Heritage Centre to discover the inspiring stories and facts about the establishment of our great Coleambally community.
The Coleambally Irrigation Area (CIA) began in the 1950's with farmland being allocated through a ballot system. Each farm was approx 550 irrigatable acres and had to be cleared and farms established within 5 years. The first settlers began to arrive in about March 1960 and came from many different walks of life from both rural to urban areas. Many families lived in sheds, tents and caravans as they worked to establish their farms and were without electricity until 1965. |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main street Festival Trail COST: FREE |
Yenda Prods Grain Paddock to Plate Precinct
A unique feature area of the festival is the Paddock to Plate Precinct where people can talk directly with farmers and food processors to learn about sustainable farming practices and the food and fibre they grow under irrigation.
Hearing about how our food is grown, nurtured, packed and delivered to our supermarket shelves, establishes the connections back with farmers, processors and consumers. There will be interactive displays with product samples, video presentations and more. If you're interested in becoming a stallholder, please contact Kate Warren for further information. or visit here for further information: |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main street Festival Trail COST: FREE |
Natural Fibre Showcase
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Come along and visit the Natural Fibre Showcase to learn about wool, cotton, straw bale houses, and other uses for the bi-product of rice straw in the building industry.
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WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main street Festival Trail COST: FREE |
Farm Yard
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Get up close and personal with many farm animals, take the opportunity to feed and pat these adorable creatures.
This one is always a favourite with the children. Check out some modern tractors and learn about the technology of modern day farmers. |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main street Festival Trail COST: FREE |
Biodiversity Centre
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Irrigators are getting smarter every year, not only are they saving water and increasing yields but they are also developing ways to better support biodiversity while producing food.
For example, the Bitterns in Rice Project is working out how rice farmers can take the lead on conserving the endangered Australasian Bittern that breeds in rice crops. Remnant patches of bush are being managed to promote native grasses and shrubs, which are important for many wildlife species. |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: Main street Festival Trail COST: FREE |
Watering Hole
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The watering hole will be located in front of the Brolga Hotel and feature a variety of stalls showcasing the regions beverages.
Festival goers will have the opportunity to sample and purchase these brands from long established companies that have been going for decades to the new and emerging names in the market. You can also sit, relax and listen to the local entertainment. |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: 9am - 2pm WHERE: In front of the Brolga Hotel , Kingfisher Ave COST: FREE |
Smoked Meat Competition
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Are you a smoked meat connoisseur? Do you think your recipe is better than your neighbours?
Well, put it to the test and let us be the judge. Three categories available for entry: Pork Ribs, Beef Ribs, and Chicken. Fancy yourself the best in the game? Enter all three categories for the chance to win GRAND PIT MASTER! |
WHEN: Sunday Oct 30
TIME: Judging Commences 1 pm WHERE: The Brolga Hotel COST: $10 per category entry |
SunRice Coly Cook Off
The Sunrice Coly Cook-Off is a popular event where contestants create, prepare and serve a main and dessert dish using at least one Sunrice ingredient and one other ingredient produced in the local area.
There are two categories:
RULES and REGISTRATION details here: |
When: Sunday Oct 28
Where: John McInnes Square, Main Street TIME: 1pm - 2pm |
