King of the Mountain

King of the Mountain

Come along to this free family festival and get involved starting with the famous bush poet’s breakfast at 7am and listen to well know bush poets and enjoy a huge cooked breakfast with Shirley Friend and her ratbag mates. Admission to the Poet’s Breakfast is by ticket only and numbers are limited. Enjoy a guided bird walk around Mt. Cooroora from 8am with well known local guide Raoul Slater.

The Quarter Marathon and 3km family fun runs are scheduled for 8.00am and 8.30am respectively, registration are taken on the day or visit our web site to download an entry form. These races get bigger each year so come and join in on the fun. The Primary School Relays will start at 9.30am followed by the Beenleigh Cup tug-o-war with prize giving at 11.00am.

A full line-up of professional entertainers for your enjoyment through out the day including Kin Kin’s own outstanding KKrimba band. Food outlets will operate all day. Kay-Dee Promotions will again provide lots of rides and fun attractions. “All Star Fish’ will be roaming the park and entertaining the youngsters. This year we are holding a variety of FREE interactive workshops for all ages so come along and attend a cheese making, Fire twirling, laughter, basket weaving or sand art for workshop. the BMX and Motorcycle Stunt riders will again thrill spectators. The Heritage market will operate all day so come and browse the many new and varied stalls.

Who said Cooroora has no talent, following last year’s success The COOROORA’S GOT TALENT quest is on again. Secondary college students from across the coast will be performing entertaining acts for your enjoyment from 12pm. Don’t forget to visit the Antiques and Collectables Fair located in the Pomona Hall open all day Saturday and Sunday. The day climaxes at 3.00pm when runners try to conquer the gruelling 6.5km mountain race.

The Poker Run, our major fundraiser for the Festival, will be held Sunday 5th July at Stan Topper Park Pomona, registration from 8am. Enjoy a Sunday ride through the picturesque Sunshine Coast hinterland. Afterwards is a sausage sizzle and drinks followed by prize announcement at 3pm, cost $15 per hand.

For more information contact Gerry Bourke 07 5485 4129 or visit our website www.kingofthemountain.com.au. Stall bookings are now being taken.

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