Harcourt Applefest
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How’d you like them apples?
Hundreds of people flocked to Harcourt Recreation Reserve last Saturday for the town’s 31st annual Applefest. Marquees were set up on the oval and offered food, drinks and bric-a-brac to visitors, while various kids activities ranged from camel riding to medieval sword fighting. George Milford, president of the festival’s organising committee, said the day had…
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Harcourt Applefest is on the move
Since its inception in 1991, the Harcourt Applefest has gone from strength to strength and is now bursting at the seams! Consequently, this year’s festival organisers have decided to relocate the iconic festival and art show from its original home at James Park and the Harcourt Heritage Centre to the Harcourt Recreation Reserve. Kicking off…
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The Dusty Springfield story
Beloved Australian singer, songwriter and actress, Wendy Stapleton, will present her outstanding tribute to the songs and career of Dusty Springfield as part of a special performance at this year’s Harcourt Applefest. Dusty Springfield, Britain’s greatest female pop singer, enjoyed a 35-year career in music because of her unique heartbreaking voice, and her unfailing belief…