What’s on
16 January, 2026
WEEKEND WIRE: Highlands, Tablelands, Wollondilly and Yass – January 16 to 18
Catch up on events across all four regions this weekend for the third installment of Weekend Wire!
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
FRIDAY JANUARY 16
Exclusive Monthly Friday Dinner Event, Peppergreen Estate, Berrima
Enjoy an unforgettable night of tasting wine and eating fantastic food at Berrima’s Peppergreen Estate Winery in the Berrima Marketplace.
The winery’s head chef pairs their food with the local wine sold and produced at Peppergreen and the dinners are popular, so book quickly.
This month’s event will start at 6pm tonight, with two other dinners on Friday 13 February (special Valentines Day version) and 13 March.
Peppergreen Estate is located at 13 Market Place, Berrima.
To make a booking, visit the website at https://peppergreenestate.com.au/bookings/.
SATURDAY JANUARY 17
Band Night- Lara & The Troubadours at Robertson Public House and Kitchen
From 7:30pm this Saturday night, join local band Lara & The Troubadours as they perform for the crowd at Robertson Public House and Kitchen.
Consisting of Lara Tamaz (vocals), Mike Harrop (percussion), Ron Volcich (guitar) and John Goodwin (harmonica), Lara & The Troubadours have been wowing local crowds in pubs and clubs throughout the Highlands and further afield.
Listen to Lara’s sultry vocals and the great beats and melodies from the boys as you enjoy a meal and a drink at Robertson Public House.
The performance is free, however bookings are still recommended to ensure you get a seat at the restaurant.
To book contact the Robertson Public House and Kitchen on 4885 1202, email them at enquiries@robertsonpublichouse.com.au, or simply just visit them at 89 Hoddle St, Robertson.
SUNDAY JANUARY 18
Rotary Moss Vale Showground Markets
Held on the third Sunday of every month, the Moss Vale Rotary Club Showground Markets attract a large following and have a wide variety of stalls selling food, arts and crafts, plants and produce, trash and treasure, and much more.
"Robertson potatoes will be on sale as well as Gary & Brad's wonderful plants, also great Rotary food, a BBQ plus fresh scones with jam and cream!" Margaret Stuart from the Showground Markets Committee told The Southern Wire.
The market is usually held every month except for March, when the Moss Vale Show is traditionally held on that third Sunday.
So, get down to Moss Vale Showground this Sunday from 9am to 2pm on Illawarra Highway, Moss Vale.
For more information either call or send Ms Stuart a text message to 0418 912 633, or email them at rcmvmarkets@gmail.com.
WOLLONDILLY
FRIDAY JANUARY 16
Cricket Clinic – School Holiday Program, Wollondilly Shire Council
As part of their free school holiday activity program, Wollondilly Shire Council is hosting a free cricket clinic at Dudley Chesham Sportsground at The Oaks today from 9:30am – 11:30am.
The clinic is perfect for beginners and young players looking to refine their bowling, batting and fielding skills. Qualified coaches will guide everyone through some fun activities as well as mini-games designed to build confidence and a love for cricket.
The clinic is specifically for ages 5 to 15.
Dudley Chesham Sporting Complex is located on Burragorang Rd, The Oaks.
To book contact the event organiser Jessica Allison on 4677 1100, or go to the Try Booking link at https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1516427.
SATURDAY JANUARY 17
Visit the Wollondilly Heritage Centre and Museum
Open from 10am to 3pm on weekends and public holidays, the Wollondilly Heritage Centre and Museum is a great experience for all ages.
They have archives, records and objects relating to the early history and foundations of the villages and towns across the Wollondilly region. Exhibitions on display also highlight these early connections. There’s even information on how the Burragorang Valley and Yerranderie areas were before the Warragamba Dam flooded the area forever, as well as coal mining exploits throughout the shire, and even the indigenous history of the Gundungarra people.
Tickets for adults are only $3, children $1, and families $7.
The Wollondilly Heritage Centre and Museum is located at 43 Edward St, The Oaks.
Find out more by visiting the website at https://wollondillymuseum.org.au/.
SUNDAY JANUARY 18
Berrylicious Pick Your Own Day, Berrylicious Strawberry Farm, Buxton
Enjoy a farm visit and pick some of your own deliciously fresh strawberries at Berrylicious Strawberry Farm in Buxton this Sunday from 9am – 2pm.
But get in quick, as places are limited (there are 2 tickets left for the 10am session, all the rest are sold out for the day!)
Options are:
Eat as many strawberries as you like: $25 per person;
Kids under 10: $15;
Kids under two: free; and
Any strawberries you take home are also $25 per kilo.
Berrylicious Strawberry Farm is located at 115 Buxton Avenue, Buxton.
To book, visit the Try Booking link at https://www.trybooking.com/events/1494553/sessions/6168902/sections.
SOUTHERN TABLELANDS
FRIDAY JANUARY 16
Goulburn Celtic Session, Goulburn Club
The monthly Goulburn Celtic Session is on again at the Goulburn Club tonight from 7:30pm – 11:00pm.
All levels of musicianship are welcome and attendance is usually strictly limited to Goulburn Club members only, but you can sign up or renew your membership on arrival.
There is a waiting list option on the booking site if you do miss out.
For more information visit the Goulburn Club website at https://goulburnclub.com.au/, call them on 4821 2043, or visit their Facebook page.
SATURDAY JANUARY 17
Swimming NSW Country Regionals - Goulburn
Held at the Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure Centre, the Swimming NSW Country Regionals will be on over both days with events scheduled for 9 years and under right up to 15 years and over.
The event is also open to all affiliated members of the NSW Country Clubs, and Metropolitan clubs and other State organisations are all eligible to enter the meets, but will be classified as Visitors.
Entry costs $10 for each individual event.
The program and qualifying times will be available on the Swimming NSW website.
Events for Saturday run from 10am – 5pm and on Sunday from 9am – 5pm.
The Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure Centre is located at 85 Deccan St, Goulburn.
For more information, contact Swimming NSW on (02) 9763 5833, or email events@nsw.swimming.org.au.
SUNDAY JANUARY 18
Goulburn Poultry Fanciers Society Market Day
Held at the Goulburn Recreation Area and Showgrounds, the Goulburn Poultry Fanciers Society Market Day is on this Sunday from 7am – 5pm.
The day is an open day for all poultry owners to bring their poultry to sell directly to the public, with potential breeders able to meet up with the owners and speak to them and get some tips on how to care for them.
Buyers must bring either boxes, cages or other suitable containers to transport their new purchase home. (Please note: Goulburn Poultry Fanciers’ Society support and enforce the RSPCA ban on transporting birds to or from the auction in bags/sacks or tied by the legs).
For more information contact the Goulburn Poultry Fanciers Society on 0437 731 899, email them at goulburnpoultryclub@outlook.com, or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Goulburnpoultry.
YASS
FRIDAY JANUARY 16
Aaron Pollock at Yazzbar
At only 28 years of age and with 11 albums already behind him, Aaron Pollock will be centrestage this Friday night at Yazzbar.
At the age of 22 he reached the International Blues Challenge Finals in Memphis, and quickly earned recognition as one of the country’s best and brightest young guitarists and singers.
He’ll be performing from 7pm to 10pm at Yazzbar, 81 Comur St, Yass. Entry is free.
To find out more about what’s on at Yazzbar, visit their website at www.yazzbar.com.au/events, or visit their Facebook page.
SATURDAY JANUARY 17
Petrichor by Chantal deKock at Tyger Gallery
A new solo show by artist Chantal deKock will officially start the season at Tyger Gallery this month.
Ms deKock’s paintings are much loved by visitors to Tyger, and her new body of work is set to transform the gallery.
Ms deKock mainly uses earth pigments in her paintings to reflect the landscape.
The opening will commence from 1:30pm and conclude around 3pm.
Tyger Gallery is just down the street from Yazzbar at 84 Comur St, Yass.
To book, contact the gallery on 0466 243 684 or visit the website link at www.tygergallery.com.au/registrations.
Riverbank Parkrun
The weekly Riverbank Parkrun starts from 8am through until 10am this Saturday morning, where participants can either walk or run the 5 kilometre circuit at Riverbank Park.
Some participants even catch up for a coffee afterwards at Trader & Co.
Event requires registration prior to attendance. To register, visit https://www.parkrun.com.au/register/?eventName=riverbank.
And to keep up to date on all the latest Parkrun events, visit the Riverbank Parkrun Facebook page.
SUNDAY JANUARY 18
Vines and Vibes at Four Winds Vineyard, Murrumbateman
The weekly Vines and Vibes event is on again at Four Winds Vineyard in Murrumbateman.
Share a delicious wood-fired pizza, settle in and listen to some great tunes live in the vines, and even enjoy a glass of chilled ‘frose’ if it’s hot.
*Weather dependant.
Four Winds Vineyard is located at 9 Patemans Lane, Murrumbateman.
To book a table or tasting, contact them on 6227 0189, email them at hello@fourwindsvineyard.com.au, or visit the website at www.fourwindsvineyard.com.au.
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