All information supplied in good faith and subject to change. Please help out organisers and small businesses, and book early for any tickets, accommodation, meals.
If you'd like your event added to our list, please email us. Or create a facebook event through your organisation/ business page and add Kaniva as a co host. This way it will automatically be added to the Kaniva facebook page. Contact us to be featured in our Living Local promotional stories. There is no charge for listings, however we welcome everyone to support us by way of a $30 annual KDPA membership. For community notices, join the Love your Kaniva Community Facebook Group and post direct. You can also find community noticeboards via LINK, Kaniva Post Office and Kaniva Community Roadhouse. Promote your event via the weekly Kaniva Times and Nhill Free Press. Deadline for stories is Mon 10am.
Calendar of events:
May
5th - 15th May Women’s Health Mobile Clinic, Nhill The Women’s Health Mobile Clinic is bringing essential healthcare services to Nhill, offering free 45-minute appointments with a nurse to discuss contraception, screening, menopause, and more. Location 2 Victoria Street, Nhill. Book your appointment now for confidential, professional support. Bookings
Sun 11th May, Mother's Day
Mon 12th May School Sports Cross Country Event
Wed 14th May, 1.30pm SA time Country Music Show, A great afternoon of country music featuring Peter Coad & The Coad Sisters, Runaway Dixie Show and Robyn Norton. Bordertown Tatiara Theatre. Tickets at the door $25, or contact Robyn Norton.
Thurs 15th May, 10am Kaniva's Biggest Morning Tea The Kaniva Cancer Council Volunteer Group is excited to host Kaniva’s Biggest Morning Tea at the Kaniva Community HUB, Kaniva Recreational Reserve. This annual event brings the community together to enjoy a delicious morning tea while raising vital funds for Cancer Council Victoria and supporting the KLU Football & Netball Club. We are grateful for the support of the Kaniva Football & Netball Catering team, who are assisting with this year’s event. Attendees can look forward to our popular Produce Stall, Raffle, and Lucky Door Prizes—please bring cash as card facilities will not be available. This year’s event coincides with a Pupil Free Day for Kaniva College Students, and we warmly invite mums and children of all ages to join us. A dedicated play area will be available for younger children. We welcome everyone in the community to come together for a meaningful cause, enjoy a wonderful morning tea, and help support cancer research and those affected by cancer. Webpage.
Fri 16th May, 11am Coffee and Chat Come along and join us for a cuppa and a chat as we go through the upcoming council agenda and talk all things Kaniva. Coffee & Chat' rotates around three cafe venues as part of KDPA's commitment to providing a platform for community consultation and the promotion of Kaniva and District Kaniva Community Roadhouse. Contact Marlene Carter.
Sat 17th May IDAHOBIT Day
19th - 25th May National Volunteer Week
Wed 21st May, 2pm West Wimmera Shire Council Meeting, Kaniva Watch on line or attend in person.Website
21st - 22nd May Bordertown Mobile Donor Centre One in three people will need blood at some point in their lives—and that lifesaving donation might not be there without community support. The Mobile Donor Centre will be set up at the Bordertown Football Oval, Woolshed Street from 10.45 am to 7.15 pm and Thursday 22 May from 7.30 am to 12.15 pm.Bookings
Tues 27th May, 1.30 - 3.30pm Kaniva Op Shop Health Check Got a health concern or just not sure about something? Come along to the Op Shop for a free consultation with a friendly Registered Nurses. Whether you have a simple question or need advice, pop in for a chat about your health and wellbeing. Our Registered Nurse can help you with health concerns and how to access services, including support for foot problems like accessing podiatry, social support options, advice if you are having falls or balance concerns, information on the Parent Day Stay program for unsettled babies, and how to access cancer screenings such as mammograms. You can also have a blood pressure or general health check—and more! No appointment needed—just drop in, it’s all about supporting each other.
June
Sat 7 June, 6.30pm 170th Apsley Cup Eve Cabaret Celebrate the 170th Anniversary of the Apsley Cup. It's a night not to be missed, if you love the decades, when music was music and you could actually dance and sing along to all the songs. Bring your drinks, nibbles, your friends and your dancing shoes and TIME WARPED will bring the very best of the 70s, 80s and 90s. Apsley Town Hall. Pre book tickets now $25 online or $30 on the night, at the door. Free camping at the Apsley Recreation Reserve and behind the Border Inn. Tickets
Wed 18th June, 2pm West Wimmera Shire Council Meeting, Lillimur Watch on line or attend in person. (Community forum and lunch prior) Website
Wed 16th July, 2pm West Wimmera Shire Council Meeting, Kaniva Watch on line or attend in person.Website
Wed 20th Aug, 2pm West Wimmera Shire Council Meeting, Edenhope Watch on line or attend in person.Website
Wed 17th Sep, 2pm West Wimmera Shire Council Meeting, Kaniva Watch on line or attend in person.Website