Stars shine at Bunyip

BUNYIP will spring to life on Sunday, 25 February for the 18th annual Bunyip Country Music Festival, which is renowned for its topclass entertainment and unbeatable value.
Organisers have pulled out all stops to attract another quality program of entertainers.
The 2007 Tamworth Starmaker winner, KirstyLee Akers headlines the bill with her Bunyip debut. Amos Morris, who proved such a hit in 2006, returns this year as a proven performer, despite still being in his teens. Established performers appearing include Grant Luhrs, Owen Blundell, Reg Poole and Brian Letton.
Also returning this year are outstanding duo Camille Te Nahu and Stuart French. Talented artists Sharnee Fenwick and top band The Baileys are featuring at Bunyip for the first time.
The festival starts early with a walkup poet’s breakfast at 8am followed by the Bendigo Bank Young Talent Showcase on the main stage. This year’s showcase features Jennifer Lloyd, Nicholas Laing, Kristy Cox and Megan Puls.
The main part of the festival starts about noon and continues until 6pm.
It is a great day’s family entertainment for only $20 for adults, with under 14s free.
What makes the Bunyip Country Music Festival familyfriendly is the fact that you only need to bring a chair, hat and sunscreen because there are plenty of other attractions.
Food and beverages are plentiful in quantity and choice and there are always a good number of market stalls and amusements for the children. Performers’ merchandise is well catered for and the performers are always ready to sign autographs.