What’s on
10 April, 2026
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – April 10 to April 12
There is a variety of events on this weekend across the regions, with markets, farm tours, movie screenings and even a show or two. The Southern Wire has got it covered in this weekend's Weekend Wire.
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
FRIDAY APRIL 10
The Golden Spurtle at The Rex Cinema, Bundanoon
An Australian documentary about a deadly serious competition in the Scottish village of Carrbridge, known as ‘The Golden Spurtle’, which celebrates the humble art of making the perfect batch of porridge – yes, porridge!
The documentary, filmed by Constantine Costi will be shown at The Rex Cinema in Bundanoon tonight from 6:30pm. The Rex Cinema is a monthly ‘pop-up’ cinema that appears at the Soldiers Memorial Hall in Railway Avenue. The next screening in May (Saturday, May 16) will be of the film ‘The Rental Family’, starring American actor Brendan Fraser.
The Soldiers Memorial Hall is located at 3 Railway Avenue, Bundanoon.
For more information about upcoming screenings at The Rex Cinema, visit the Bundanoon Community Association website at www.bca.asn.au/rex-cinema/.
SATURDAY APRIL 11
Mussett Holdings Farm Tour
Colo Vale farm Mussett Holdings hosts weekly tours of their farm every Saturday from 10am – 11:30am, and it is an interesting activity for families during this school holidays.
There’s an opportunity to learn about their farm and what they do, such as: – Taste a range of their raw honeys and preserves; – Take a walk through their chemical free/no till market garden, and learn and taste a range of veggies; – Label, pack and stamp some eggs just like they do; – See how their mushrooms grow; and – Meet some of their farm animals.
Mussett Holdings is located on McCallums Rd in Colo Vale. For more information contact them on 0421 735 344, email farm@mussettholdings.com.au, or visit their website at www.mussettholdings.com.au/pages/farm-tours.
Sam Buckingham at the Exeter Village Hall
Byron Bay – based musician Sam Buckingham has embarked on her tour around NSW, with Exeter Village Hall the second location on that tour, where she will perform songs from her current ‘Beautiful Machine’ - a visceral album exploring some fairly dark themes.
The album has debuted at number 4 on the ARIA Australian Album Charts, and has recieved praise from such Australian musicians as Kate Miller-Heidke and the ABC’s Kia Handley.
The concert runs from 7pm to 10pm at the Exeter Village Hall, 10 Exeter Rd, Exeter.
Tickets are still available and cost $48, with kids under 12 getting in free. To book, visit the Humanitix link at https://events.humanitix.com/sam-buckingham-or-exeter-or-beautiful-machine-tour/tickets.
SUNDAY APRIL 12
Country Markets @ Peppers Manor House
Held every second Sunday of the month, the Country Markets are held at Peppers Manor House at Sutton Forest from 9am to 1pm.
The market stalls sell everything from unique gifts, artisan crafts or delicious local treats, so there’s something for everyone.
Peppers Manor House is located on Kater Rd, Sutton Forest, off the Illawarra Highway about 3kms south of Moss Vale.
For more information, contact them on 4860 3111 or email them at manorhouse.markets@peppers.com.au.
WOLLONDILLY
FRIDAY APRIL 10
Steve Hill at the Tahmoor Inn
With rock, country and folk influences, Steve Hill is performing at the Tahmoor Inn this Friday night from 6pm.
He performs classic covers as well as his own original songs, and has two other gigs at North Nowra on April 26 and Dapto Leagues in May on his calendar as well.
For more information on Steve, visit his Facebook page Steve Hill Solo Music.
The Tahmoor Inn is located at 2715 Remembrance Driveway, Tahmoor. For more information, contact them on 4681 8505, email them info@tahmoorinn.com.au, visit the website at www.tahmoorinn.com.au, or visit their Facebook page and Instagram page at @tahmoorinn2573.
SATURDAY APRIL 11
School Holiday Bee Experience
Held at the Werombee Hive in Theresa Park, their school holiday bee experience and education program is designed for kids aged 5 – 12 to find out more about bees and how they are looked after to produce the wonderful tasting and healthy food that is honey.
The session runs from 9am – 12pm at The Werombee Hive, 1170 Werombi Rd, Theresa Park.
They are also running two other sessions on Thursday April 16 and April 21, also from 9am – 12pm.
Tickets are $55 per child (minimum of 8 needed to have a tour) and to book, visit the website at https://www.thewerombeehive.net/school-holiday-bee-program.
SUNDAY APRIL 12
Make Up Master Class at Spicy Lioness, Picton
Please note: Teens aged 14 to 17years of age are required to be accompanied by a Guardian/Parent.
Spicy Lioness at Picton is hosting this hands-on 2 – hour workshop to create a flawless natural look using the latest colours and makeup trends to suit your age, style and personality.
Makeup today is not intended to be a mask, but rather a touch of colour to smooth and enhance, to lift and highlight.
Women and girls will learn to choose colours that enhance their complexion and work with products that are easy and simple to use.
“Wear simple makeup and be happy to be who you really are”, is the motto of the class.
It's no surprise that some women are overwhelmed and frustrated about how best to enhance their natural beauty using makeup, so this workshop will help them choose the best colours and techniques to make them feel more confident.
Spicy Lioness is located at Shop 9, 150-158 Argyle St, Picton.
Tickets for the class are $49 and can be purchased through the Eventbrite link at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/makeup-master-class-tickets-1985785603195?aff=erelexpmlt.
SOUTHERN TABLELANDS
FRIDAY APRIL 10
Damien Leith and Jason Owen Present 'Classic Favourites', Goulburn Performing Arts Centre
Former Australian Idol contestant and winner Damien Leith and X Factor Australia runner – up, Jason Owen present their show ‘Classic Favourites’ at the Goulburn Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) tonight from 7:30pm – 10pm.
They will perform songs from such music legends as John Denver, Roy Orbison, Kenny Rogers, Bob Dylan and more.
Goulburn Performing Arts Centre is accessible for those with a disability, and has a licensed bar and other great facilities on offer. Tickets are $69, and to book contact GPAC on 4823 4999, email GPAC@goulburn.nsw.gov.au, or go to https://gpac2022.sales.ticketsearch.com/sales/salesevent/160558.
SATURDAY APRIL 11
The Picnic Train - Goulburn
The Picnic Train is running this Saturday between Goulburn and Cootamundra, with passengers getting the opportunity to ride behind former Victorian Railways steam engine R766 on a three hour journey with a lunch stop in Cootamundra before returning to Goulburn that evening.
The first train departs Goulburn station at 8:30am, arriving at Cootamundra at 12 noon, with the return journey leaving from Cootamundra at 3:20pm and arriving back in Goulburn at approximately 6:30pm, where the engine will be lit up in all its glory in the darkness.
For more information and to book contact The Picnic Train on 1300 936 587, email info@picnictrain.com.au, or visit Try Booking at https://www.trybooking.com/events/1534908/sessions/6220279/sections.
This event also coincides with the Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre’s 40th Anniversary Steam Open Weekend, which steam enthusiasts and kids alike can enjoy having a look at both moving and static locomotives such as R766, 5917 and 1076 and static locos including B390, 3112 and 5908.
The Goulburn Rail Heritage Centre is located at 12 Braidwood Rd, Goulburn. To contact them, call on 4822 1210 or email glrps12@optusnet.com.au.
SUNDAY APRIL 12
Baroque Scottish Music at Riversdale
Visit one of Goulburn’s most historic homes, Riversdale and also experience baroque Scottish music dating from the 1700s.
Riversdale is a NSW National Trust owned former coaching inn and famil home to the Twynam family for over 100 years.
Also on display for the very first time will be a rare 300-year-old manuscript of Scottish baroque music, discovered tucked away inside a piano at Riversdale in the 1980s.
This small practice book, etched with their own handwriting, gives an intimate insight into the lives of two young women, Margaret Arthour and Helen Wight, whose music and stories have travelled across centuries and continents.
This is a special exhibition on display for a limited time as part of the Australian Heritage Festival celebrations and will run through until May 10 from 10am – 2pm.
Riversdale is located at 2 Twynam Drive, Goulburn (behind Goulburn Jail). You can visit the National Trust website link at https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/event/baroque-scottish-music-at-riversdale/.
General entry tickets to Riversdale are also available through Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/riversdale-general-entry-tickets-198194393767.
And for any more information, contact Riversdale on 4821 4741 or email riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au.
YASS
FRIDAY APRIL 10
Jane Dee at Yazzbar
A highly entertaining multi-instrumentalist and singer, Jane Dee is guaranteed to rock everyone’s socks off tonight at Yazzbar from 7pm to 10pm.
“It’s always a fun time when Jane is in the house,” say Yazzbar.
“She engages the crowd with her high-energy performance!”
Yazzbar is located at 81 Comur St, Yass. To book visit the Yazzbar events page at https://www.yazzbar.com.au/events, or call them on 0429 221 167 or email yazzbar.yass@gmail.com.
SATURDAY APRIL 11
Glow in the Dark Party at the Clubhouse Hotel, Yass
The Clubhouse Hotel will be lit up with glow sticks, neon and ‘electric vibes’ as DJ Tony takes over the decks and entertains the crowd with dancefloor bangers.
The only recommendation is that you dress in white or neon and glow under the lights!
The event will run from 7pm – midnight and is located at The Clubhouse Hotel, 190 Comur St, Yass.
For more information contact them on 6226 1713, visit the website at www.clubhousehotelyass.com.au, or email clubhouse@goldencrownhotels.com.au.
SUNDAY APRIL 12
Binalong Community Markets
Held every second Sunday of the month at Cafe On Queen, the Binalong Community Markets are unique in the stalls that they run and sell mostly local produce and artisan jams, spreads and locally made food that is guaranteed to whet the appetite. Cafe On Queen also sells wonderful barista-made coffee on site, too.
This also coincides with a self-guided tour known as the ‘Boozers and Baddies of Binalong’, where tourgoers can take a guided walk around the village of Binalong and find a colourful past brimming with interesting tales of ‘derring-do.’
Binalong once had five pubs serving just 369 locals, and the local police station and courthouse were certainly kept busy with instances of larceny, abductions and the ever – present threat of bushrangers. The tour then finishes with an outdoor afternoon tea, again at Café on Queen, which is set along Balgalal Creek.
Cafe on Queen is located at 13 Queen St, Binalong. For more information on the markets, contact 0428 412 090 or email cjmuscat32@gmail.com.
And to book the Boozers and Baddies of Binalong tour, contact them on 0493 264 524, email info@yasshistory.org.au, or visit https://yasshistory.org.au/.
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