34TH AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BUDGERIGAR COUNCIL INC ANNUAL CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW
FRIDAY 23RD MAY TO WEDNESDAY 28TH MAY 2008
TOURS
SATURDAY 24TH MAY 2008
9:00am Pick up from Bayview Geographe Resort Yahava KoffeeWorks
9:30am MargaretRiver Nuts & Muesli Factory
10:00am Morning Tea(The Grove/Yahava KoffeeWorks). Yahava KoffeeWorks –the very finest coffee beans imported
and roasted into the most flavoursome of coffee in the heart of the MargaretRiver Wine Region.
11:00am Dykes-Hoffman Studio Ceramics
11:30am Treeton Estate Winery – Tastings. Treeton Estate occupies a superb location in the heart of the famous "Margaret
River Wine Region", known for it's maritime climate, fine soils and long ripening season.
12:30pmLunch stop in MargaretRiverwhere you can choose from 1 of the 32 eating establishments
in the main street.
You will be dropped off at one end of the street and picked up at the other.
2:30pmCandy Cow - Cowaramup. Located in a tiny, picturesque town called Cowaramup (Cow Town) set amidst rolling
greendairy country, acres of vines and the glorious beaches of the MargaretRiver Food and Wine region. The Candy
Cow is the most `wicked sweet shop in theSouth West’. Everything delights the senses – the smiling faces, the colours,
the mouth watering tastes, the busy sounds, the delectable aroma, the range of `old fashioned` lollies, fine fudge and nougat
to die for, chocolate and great quantities of fresh, golden, crunchy honey crunch being poured out onto the table!
3:00pm Wood Be Good - Wood Gallery
4:00pmYallingup Galleries
Yallingup Galleries is a purpose built gallery, established in a natural bush setting at the gateway to the MargaretRiver
Wine Region.The gallery represents recognised Australian Artists and displays a diverse range of Fine Arts and
Furniture.
5:00pm Arrive back at Bayview Geographe Resort
MORNING TEA &LUNCH NOT INCLUDED IN COST
MINIMUM20 ADULTS
SUNDAY 25TH MAY 2008
2:30pm Pick up from Bayview Geographe Resort
3:00pmHapps Vineyard & Pottery – Tastings. Happs is located in the MargaretRiver appellation.
TheHapps label dates from 1981 and draws its fruit from both our vineyards, Dunsborough in the north and
Karridale in the south.
3:30pmAnniebrook Flower Farm
4:00pm Goanna Gallery Anniebrook Flower Farm
5:00pmArrive back at Bayview Geographe Resort
NO MEALS INCLUDED IN COST
MINIMUM20 ADULTS
MONDAY 26TH MAY 2008 - TOUR OPTION 1
9:00amPick up from Bayview Geographe Resort
9:30amNGILGICaveTour. Beneath the limestone ridge which forms CapeNaturaliste lies NgilgiCave at Yallingup.
Discovered in 1899; NgilgiCave (formerly known as YallingupCave) remains one of the Capes most visited attractions.
Year 2000 marked one hundred years of operation as a tourism attraction. NgilgiCave is named because of its
association with a rich Aboriginal legend describing the battle between a good spirit (Ngilgi) and an evil spirit (Wolgine).
Ngilgi Cave offers visitors a stunning display of stalactite, stalagmite, helictite and shawl formations plus an interpretative
area detailing the caves rich history.
A cafe, playground, barbecue facilities and walk trails make a visit toNgilgiCave an excellent family outing
10:30amMorning Tea (Cave tearooms)
11:15amCanal Rocks
12:30pmLunch (Bootleg Brewery). Bootleg produces a wide range of beers from our most popular Wils Pils – Winner “Best
Draft Beer Australasia”, to our full bodied “Gold Medal” award winning Raging Bull. We also produce a light beer,
Amber Light, an English style bitter, Tom’s Brown and our newest beer – Settlers Pale Ale.
3:00pmCapeLavender - Tastings. Nestled between CapeLeeuwin and CapeNaturaliste, in the heart of the MargaretRiver wine region, is the family owned CapeLavender. The enchanting combination of lavender and vineyard surrounded by natural bushland makes us a welcome break from the traditional wineries of the region, and a truly unique tourist attraction.
Bev Ainsworth purchased the property in April 1999 and immediately commenced planting and propagating lavender for
oil production, cut and dried flowers, pot pourri and culinary purposes, as wellas planting a 30acre vineyard, which this
year produced its fifth commercial crop.
Seven years on, not only are we experts in lavender and its production, but we have also transformedthe site into a 75 acre
wonderland of colour and fragrance, where visitors can enjoy beautiful lavendergardens, quality boutique wines, an idyllic
vineyard restaurant and lavender gift shop selling our home-made products and produce.
3:30pmGunyulgup Galleries. Gunyulgup is an aboriginal word meaning 'resting place near water'. The galleriespeaceful
rural setting, overlooking a tranquil lake is a perfect backdrop for its unique and innovative structure. Since 1996 it has
been complemented by an adjacent restaurant. Since its inception in 1987, the Galleries have won international recognition
forpresentation, quality and service.
4:00pmPurist Gallery. Purist Gallery is a contemporary purpose built and architecturally designed fine artgallery with a retro
feel. Set in beautiful bush in the MargaretRiver Region of Western Australia Purist Gallery will take your breath
away. Inspired paintings and unique handcrafted jewellery and objects are always exhibited.
Since its inception in 1987, the galleries have won international recognition for presentation, quality and service.
5:00pmArrive back at Bayview Geographe Resort
CAVE TOUR INCLUDED IN COST
MORNING TEA AND LUNCH NOT INCLUDED IN COST
MINIMUM20 ADULTS
Gunyulgup Gallery
MONDAY 26TH MAY 2008 - TOUR OPTION 2
9.00amPick up from Bayview Geographe Resort
9.45amArrive Bunbury Dolphin DiscoveryCentre. The Dolphin Discovery Centre is a
non-profitorganisation committed to Dolphin research, education, conservation and tourism.
The Centre was opened in 1994, and is the first Centre in Australia dedicated entirely to Dolphin research.
The Centre enables people to interact with Bottlenose Dolphins in a variety of ways.
There are up to 100 dolphins living in the Bay and groups of them regularly visit the shallow waters in front of the Centre.
10.00amBoat Tour amongst Dolphins
The Dolphin Discovery Centre is Australia’s Premier Dolphin Interaction Experience.
SEE OVER
MONDAY 26TH MAY 2008 - TOUR OPTION 2 Cont/
11.30amTour Finishes
12 NoonLunch in BunburyCity.Choose from one of the many eateries in
Victoria Street.
2.00pmScenic Tour of Bunbury & Beaches
3.30pmReturn to Bayview Geographe Resort
DOLPHIN DISCOVERY CENTRE TOURDOLPHIN BOAT CRUISETOUR INCLUDED IN COST
MORNING TEA AND LUNCH NOT INCLUDED IN COST
MINIMUM 20 ADULTS
TUESDAY 27TH MAY 2008 - TOUR OPTION 1
THE CHEERS TOUR
10.30amPick up from Bayview Geographe Resort
6.30pmArrive back at Bayview Geographe Resort
Start your day on the banks of the MargaretRiver enjoying a mouth watering prime cut steak, chicken,
steamed fish or a vegetarian pattie and fresh garden salad. Then follow this with a fun filled day touring
around MargaretRiver in luxurious comfort.
You won’t just be going on a wine tour, be prepared for lots of laughing, fun & knowledge, from the
planting of the vines to the maturing and enjoying of wine.
While touring around you will enjoy cheese & biscuits on board with bottled water supplied, all while
learning about the region in a good old light hearted aussie fashion.
It will be a day to remember.
The tour will also include a visit to the Chocolate Factory, Cheese Factory, Colonial Brewery and
Venison Farm.
● Air-conditioned buses
● Cheese, biscuits and bottled water on board
● Mercedes Tour includes Great Aussie BBQ
● Vegetarians catered for, please advise when booking
● Tour of winery barrel room Margaret River Chocolate Company
● Scenic photo opportunities
● Visit up to five wineries – discounts apply at some
● PA system supplies music and commentary
● Smart casual dress standards apply.
LUNCH INCLUDED IN COST
MAXIMUM 38 ADULTS
MargaretRiver Cheese Factory
TUESDAY 27TH MAY 2008 - TOUR OPTION 2 - [WEATHER PERMITTING]
9.30amDepart Bayview Geographe Resort forBusselton Jetty Underwater Observatory Tour
The Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory is one of WesternAustralia's most popular eco-tourism icons.
Allowing you to descend eight metres below sea level to view an amazing marine world of schooling fish and
tropical coral, the Underwater Observatory is a favourite with people of all ages.
With about 400,000 visitors to the Jetty each year, why not spend a few hours yourself to soak up the unique
atmosphere and “be touched by nature”. The 140-year-old Busselton Jetty, measured at 1841 metres, is the
longest wooden jetty (pier) in the southernhemisphere.
11.00am Return to Bayview Geographe Resort
PLEASE NOTE: There is a 1.6klm walk out to the Observatory, steps as indicated above, and a 1.6klm walk back!
[The Busselton Jetty Train is currently out of order.]
Weather conditions leading up to 27th May will dictate as to whether this Tour will go ahead –
Stormy weather 2 weeks prior to this date can cause the cancellation of the tour due to the churning
of the sand.
40 MINUTES GUIDED TOUR OF THE UNDERWATER OBSERVATORY AND FULLDAYJETTYPASS INCLUDED IN COST
MINIMUM 20 ADULTS
WEDNESDAY 28TH MAY 2008
AVIARY VISIT C & B GEARING STUD
10.00am Pick up from Bayview Geographe Resort
10.45am Arrive C & B Gearing Stud
4.15pm Depart C & B Gearing Stud
5.00pm Arrive back at Bayview Geographe Resort
LUNCH AND AFTERNOON TEA INCLUDED IN COST
GOLDEN ROAST BUFFET
A selection of succulent roast meats [3 choices]; hot roast potatoes; vegetables
and/or salad [4 choices]; bread; condiments; deserts [4 choices]; tea and coffee;
Fresh Fruit Platters
Minimum 20 Adults
DAY/DATE TO BE DECIDED DEEPSEA FISHING CHARTER
CAPECRUISADER FISHING CHARTERS
Fishing charters depart at day break and return mid afternoon every day of the year (weather permitting).
All fishing charters include: Bait & Tackle; Rods & Reels; Catches gilled and gutted; Light lunch and snacks; Local knowledge; Toilet facilities and Professional Service.
[Weather permitting and if numbers warrant it another trip can be organised].
Monies paid will be refunded if the trip is cancelled due to weather conditions OR insufficient numbers.
Maximum 8