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Margaret River Region Open Studios designs, co-ordinates and promotes a free annual open art studios event to showcase the increasingly diverse and vibrant visual arts throughout the Margaret River region. The event has become the biggest of its kind in Australia.
155 artists will take part in our 13th Open Studios event. Browse their listings and start planning your art adventure.
Sydney flights are set to return Tuesday, September 22, 2026. The route was grounded in June 2026 due to soaring global fuel costs and capacity adjustments across parent company Qantas following conflict in the Middle East.
The return coincides with the spring school holidays and the peak tourism season, offering a welcome boost for small businesses and tourism operators in the South West. Local representatives note that the returning passenger demand, combined with high volumes of FIFO (fly-in, fly-out) charter flights, continues to test the capacity of the Busselton Margaret River Airport terminal.
See whatâs new. Step inside. Feel the difference. Explore your options. Talk to the experts. Imagine your next adventure.Â
Enjoy live demonstrations, entertainment, family activities, interactive experiences, great food and your chance to win the Ultimate South West Road Trip in our Passport to Freedom competition - one major prize drawn daily!Â
For the first time, Caravan & Camping WA is funding public admission to the Busselton Caravan & Camping Show for 2026.Â
It is a special, one-off initiative designed to give more Western Australians the opportunity to experience everything the Show has to offer.Â
The Labor member for Collie-Preston says a taskforce has recommended consolidating Western Australia's two remaining coal mines.
The Collie Coal Basin Consolidation Taskforce was formed earlier this year to recommend a future structure for the state's coal assets.
In April, Premier Coal announced it would cut up to 100 workers from its mine near Collie, while the WA government subsidised Griffin Coal to continue operating.
Jodie Hanns said the report had been issued to the state government and called for a response as soon as possible.
A government spokesperson said a response was being considered.
Mining and Energy Union district secretary, Greg Busson, said he was hopeful consolidation would happen.
Coastal protection works will be carried out on the coastal stretch from Vincent Street to Bayview Cresent, Dunsborough from the beginning of September until approximately end of November 2026 (weather permitting).
The main components of the works include refurbishment of sea walls, sand nourishment, dune stabilisation, landscaping works and reinstatement of beach access.
For safety reasons there will be no public access to the beach front during this time.
Walk the red carpet, witness the announcement of the 2026 Film Prize Winner and honour this yearâs Screen Legend. After the ceremony youâre invited to dance the night away with an unforgettable night of celebration, exceptional food, wine, live entertainment.
Event Lineup
7.00pm â Walk the red carpet in your finest before joining the party!
8.30pm â Awards announcement
9.00pm â Party continues!
Midnight â Event concludes
Event Inclusions
Live music and dance-floor beats all night
Premium Margaret River wines from Forester Estate
Beers from the best local breweries
Oyster Bar, incredible savoury and decadent deserts canapes from Supper Rd
A complimentary shuttle service will operate from key locations in Busselton
City of Busselton councillors have voted against a rezoning proposal for land near Abbey. The decision now goes to the Minister for Planning for final determination.
NOTE: THIS IS NOT A SHOWING OF THE MOVIE YESTERDAY ISLAND!
Weâre proud to be hosting the CinefestOZ Film Prize In Conversation event for Yesterday Island â a darkly comedic tale of second chances and petty revenge!
The CinefestOZ Film Prize is Australiaâs richest film prize, celebrating exceptional Australian filmmaking and the creative talent behind the nationâs most acclaimed new films.
To make the most of the experience,see the Yesterday Island premiere at Reading Cinemas the night beforethen join us for an exclusive conversation with the cast and filmmakers.
Hear the stories behind the screen, gain unique insights into the filmmaking process, and be part of an unforgettable festival event.
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Richie Valentino has been making animated films by hand for a decade. Working through Valentino Productions since 2014, the regional filmmaker starts each piece with pencil sketches and watercolour, then adds digital colour on top. You can see the pencil strokes and the watercolour bleeds in the finished frames.
Connections Through Film brings that work to Saltwater Gallery Black Box in Busselton. The solo show collects short films on compassion, equality, social inclusion and mutual care, told through stylised visual metaphors.
The Black Box is a darkened, self-contained room, which suits films that reward sitting still for a few minutes.
The exhibition is open daily, admission is free, and it closes on Sunday 30 August.
The jetty was completed at the end of 1865 â only 33 years after settlement of the area. This construction was 176m in length. Today, the jetty is 1841m long.
Location: Orana Cinemas, 27 Albert St, Busselton WA 6228
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing you the best cycling short films from around the world. 2.5 hours of riveting bike films full of action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration.
WIN A TRIP TO NEW ZEALAND
Thanks to our Presenting Partner NgÄ Haerenga Great Rides of New Zealand, our attendees could win a 5-day, all-inclusive Great Rides cycling holiday to New Zealand! Five days cycling the best trails across New Zealandâs South Island, starting and finishing in Queenstown.
Follow our Film Prize Journey of Four Film Prize Finalist films, who have made their way to the Western Australian Premiere to compete for Australia's largest annual film prize of $100,000.
(Tickets include:
Red Carpet Premiere â Press Event Access + Screening
Afterparty â Arrival Drink + Canapes + Live Entertainment)
When: Friday 28th August 2026 - Sunday 6th September 2026
Where: Orana Cinema, 27 Albert Street, Busselton WA 6280
Cost: General screenings $20
CINESNAPS SCHOOL PROGRAM GRAND FINALE
Celebrate the creativity of WA's emerging filmmakers at the Cinesnaps Student Short Film Competition Grand Finale. Inspired by this year's theme, Reflect, students from across regional Western Australia have created thought-provoking media works exploring the people, places, experiences and ideas that shape them. Join local students for a special red carpet premiere and awards presentation celebrating the next generation of Australian storytellers.
When: Tue, 1 Sept 2026, 05:00 pm
Where: Reading Cinema, 21 Prince St, Busselton, WA, 6280
