Photography Competition and Exhibition 

A display of the entries from the Rhythm 'n' Rail Photography Competition.

Photography Competition:

Open to amateur photographers (any person who does not derive their primary income from a photography business), the Rhythm 'n' Rail photography competition consists of a Rhythm class, Rail class, Open class and Junior class. Entries will be showcased at the Festival.

Download the entry form and guidelines document now!

Museum Music

An informal event with a variety of music, singing and poetry. People are encouraged to join in and participate, with anyone who wishes to bring a musical instrument welcome! Lunch and refreshments available from coffee shop.

Junee Lamb Dinner and Live Music

Junee lamb is renowned throughout Australia, so make sure you experience it during the Festival by enjoying a gourmet lamb dinner at the Railway Cafe, surrounded by live music by Bluegrass.

Adults: $40 including 2 course meal and 1 complimentary drink
Children: $7.50 childrens meal including drink

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Join us from 6.15pm for the unveiling of "Fanny" the Junee Mens Shed Train.

Come along and celebrate the official opening of the Festival, with live music, fine food, wine and special guests including; Festival Patron, Tim Fisher and entertainment by Mr Percival and Silver Fox.

Mr Percival is a unique talent who should not be missed; view his website http://www.mrpercival.com/fr_home.cfm today!

During the course of the evening the Photography Competition Winners will be announced and prizes awarded.

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Junee Mens Shed (Open)

Details to come.

Train Shuttles

Enjoy a nostalgic train trip on the historic 'Tin Hare' rail motors. The trains will shuttle visitors between Wagga Wagga and Junee, and Cootamundra and Junee. There will also be shuttle services from the Railway Cafe to the Wind in the Roundhouse Concert. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.

View timetables and booking information on the Festival Transport page

Show ‘n’ Shine (Tell)

Vintage and modern motorbikes, classic cars, hot rods, vintage lawn mowers and street machines will add to the display of veteran and vintage cars at the 2012 Junee Rhythm n Rail Festival.

Vehicles will assemble from 9.30am with the display in Humphries St open from 10.00am on both Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday members of the public will be able to vote for their favourite vehicle in the People Choice Award.

Enjoy lunch and listen to stories about the vehicles as told by their owner.

To enter, contact Roger on jenmore@bigpond.net.au or phone 0408 245 000. Application forms to come soon.

Note: Unregistered vehicles may be put on show but need to be transported on registered trailers to site. Entry from the Lorne St end of Peel St and for your convenience, security has been arranged so feel free to take a Tin Hare train ride and enjoy Festival activities.

Show-n-Shine-Rego-Form.pdf

RnR-Vehicle-Place-Card.pdf

Muddi Boutique Markets 

50+ Makers, bakers, sewers and growers will showcase their wares at this 100% handmade expo. Add interactive displays and ive entertainment and there really is something for everyone! www.muddi.com.au - Sari 0422 587 661

Buskamania

Calling all buskers! Show us your talents by registering for the Buskamania event as part of the 2012 Festival.

Download the Buskamania Guidelines

Download the Buskamania Expressions of Interest Form

For further details, please contact the Festival Coordinatiors on 02 6927 2866.

Kids Fun Factory

A tent of non-stop kids activities including: Paint your own Thomas Train, face painting, games and balloon art.

Model Railway Exhibition

View Steam and Diesel trains as they wind their way around the detailed layouts.

Take the opportunity to try driving a model train yourself - Thomas the Tank Engine will be there for you to use on the You Drive model Railway. 

Model Railway Craftsmen will be on hand to answer questions about building your own layout too, should you be interested.

Gold coin donations towards exhibitors would be greatly appreciated.

Chocolate World

Mmmmmm....chocolate! Head along to the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory and tempt your tastebuds with factory tours, freckle making, chocolate taste testing and a master chocolate class.

Living Museum 

An interactive day featuring the practice of old time crafts, including pioneer woodworking, blacksmithing, crafts and plenty more.

Photography Exhibition 

A display of the entries from the Rhythm 'n' Rail Photography Competition.

Photography Competition:

Open to amateur photographers (any person who does not derive their primary income from a photography business), the Rhythm 'n' Rail photography competition consists of a Rhythm class, Rail class, Open class and Junior class. Entries will be showcased at the Festival.

Download the entry form and guidelines document now!

Licorice Fun Park

Let the kids run out of steam at the Licorice Fun Park, featuring a jumping castle, trackless train rides, animal farm and more. Unlimited access.

Second Time Around

Junee, have you wined and dined to the sounds of the Junee Junction Jazz Band in the past?

We are excited to welcome Junee's own Fred Commins back with his new outfit, Second Time Around.

Bring a picnic rug and enjoy their toe tapping traditional Jazz sounds on the stage in Humphries Street on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 March.

Australian Army Band Kapooka

Brought to you by Athenium Theatre. 

For 60 years, the Riverina has boasted a professional Military Band which is the envy of many other communities. The Australian Army Band Kapooka's main purpose is to support March Out parades at the Army Recruit Training Centre but they also perform widely within the community, both locally and internationally.

The Band currently consists of 26 full-time musicians and is led by Music Director, Major Peter Thomas. The music chosen for the Rhythm and Rail Festival will be mostly jazz oriented but no Military Band concert would be complete without a few marches and selections from Broadway. The program is designed to get your feet tapping and will appeal to the young, and the young at heart.

Garden Tea Party 

CANCELLED DUE TO WET WEATHER

Railway Cafe Rail Navvies Race

Test your skills, strength and coordination. Enter a team into the business house or open category. 

Download the guidelines and nomination form here

Vertical Licorice Bowling World Championships

Prizes valued at $500. Further details to be posted soon.

Spit Roast ‘n’ Rockabilly

Rock and roast the night away! Enjoy the energy of the Pat Capocci Combo while you fill up on spit roast rolls topped with devine chutneys, sauces and other condiments. Beer, wine and soft drink available, as well as coffee and the Factory's famous licorice and chocolate! Licenced premises, no BYO.

Junee Lamb Dinner and Live Music

Junee lamb is renowned throughout Australia, so make sure you experience it during the Festival by enjoying a gourmet lamb dinner at the Railway Cafe, surrounded by live music by Yackity-Yack.

Adults: $40 including 2 course meal and a complimentary drink
Children: $7.50 happy meal including drink

Why not grab a Tin Hare train to the Wind in the Roundhouse Concert after dinner? Find out more by checking out the concert listing below.

Adult Dinner and Return Concert Shuttle: $60.00 (Concert tickets sold separately)

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Wind in the Roundhouse Concert

CANCELLED DUE TO WET WEATHER

 Movies in the Athenium Theatre

"The Crossing" featuring Russell Crowe. Filmed in Junee in 1990 (rated M), to start at 7.30pm. 

Junee Mens Shed (Open)

Details to come.

Poets Breakfast

A bush style breakfast with billy tea, damper, eggs, bacon and snags, interspersed with poetry and bush yarns. Poets of all skill levels are welcome! Bring along your poem and recite. In the event of rain, the event will be moved to the Junee Ex Services Club, opposite the museum.

Farmers Market

Local, gourmet delights including wine, olives, cheese, bread, fruit and vegetables, herbs, licorice, meat, relishes and other fresh seasonal produce. Live music and child friendly.

Stall holder enquiries: John on 0429 820 967.

Train Shuttles

Enjoy a nostalgic train trip on the historic 'Tin Hare' rail motors. The trains will shuttle visitors between Wagga Wagga and Junee, and Cootamundra and Junee. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.

View timetables and booking information on the Festival Transport page

Show ‘n’ Shine (Tell)

 Vintage and modern motorbikes, classic cars, hot rods, vintage lawn mowers and street machines will add to the display of veteran and vintage cars at the 2012 Junee Rhythm n Rail Festival.

Vehicles will assemble from 9.30am with the display in Humphries St open from 10.00am on both Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday members of the public will be able to vote for their favourite vehicle in the People Choice Award.

Enjoy lunch and listen to stories about the vehicles as told by their owner.

To enter, contact Roger on jenmore@bigpond.net.au or phone 0408 245 000. Application forms to come soon.

Note: Unregistered vehicles may be put on show but need to be transported on registered trailers to site. Entry from the Lorne St end of Peel St and for your convenience, security has been arranged so feel free to take a Tin Hare train ride and enjoy Festival activities.

 Show-n-Shine-Rego-Form.pdf

RnR-Vehicle-Place-Card.pdf

Muddi Boutique Markets

50+ Makers, bakers, sewers and growers will showcase their wares at this 100% handmade expo. Add interactive displays and ive entertainment and there really is something for everyone! www.muddi.com.au - Sari 0422 587 661

Kids Fun Factory

A tent of non-stop kids activities including: Paint your own Thomas Train, face painting, games and balloon art.

Chocolate World

Mmmmmm....chocolate! Head along to the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory and tempt your tastebuds with factory tours, freckle making, chocolate taste testing and a master chocolate class.

Model Railway Exhibition

View Steam and Diesel trains as they wind their way around the detailed layouts.

Take the opportunity to try driving a model train yourself - Thomas the Tank Engine will be there for you to use on the You Drive model Railway. 

Model Railway Craftsmen will be on hand to answer questions about building your own layout too, should you be interested.

Gold coin donations towards exhibitors would be greatly appreciated.

Photography Exhibition 

A display of the entries from the Rhythm 'n' Rail Photography Competition.

Photography Competition:

Open to amateur photographers (any person who does not derive their primary income from a photography business), the Rhythm 'n' Rail photography competition consists of a Rhythm class, Rail class, Open class and Junior class. Entries will be showcased at the Festival.

Download the entry form and guidelines document now!

Ecumenical Church Service

Arranged by Junee’s ministers fraternal, with participation from each denomination to celebrate our community and its heritage, giving thanks to God.

Licorice Fun Park

Let the kids run out of steam at the Licorice Fun Park, featuring a jumping castle, trackless train rides, animal farm and more. Unlimited access.