Poetic Movements

16/02/2025

13/02/2025

Get a Taste of Cobargo Folk Festival 2025! 🎵

Can't decide whether to join us? Already have your ticket, downloaded the program and eager for a preview? We've curated the perfect solution - dive into our Cobargo Folk Festival 2025 Spotify playlist. It's your chance to discover some of the incredible artists who'll be performing at this year's festival and start planning your must-see performances.

From foot-stomping folk to soulful ballads, traditional tunes to contemporary sounds - let the music convince you! Search "Cobargo Folk Festival 2025" on Spotify or click on the link and start your musical journey today.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5zg55abw2oydMXCBcXobtJ?si=01a1cc0f37bc4743

13/02/2025

We are excited to announce the shortlists for the 2025 Tasmanian Literary Awards! 📚

This year’s judges had the difficult task of working through exceptionally strong entries to determine shortlists in all seven categories.

The winners will be announced on 26 March 2025. Learn more about the shortlists and vote in the People’s Choice Awards at www.arts.tas.gov.au/tasliteraryawards

The Tasmanian Literary Awards are supported by University of Tasmania Libraries Tasmania and Island magazine



[Image text: Tasmanian Literary Awards 2025 shortlists announced]

11/02/2025

11/02/2025

Experience the Magic. Nestled in the heart of NSW's stunning Sapphire Coast, the Cobargo Folk Festival transforms our historic showground into a three-day celebration of music, culture, and community. Picture yourself surrounded by rolling mountains, beneath vast wide open skies, just moments from some of the world's most pristine beaches.

What sets us apart? Our intimate, all-weather venues create magical moments where artists aren't distant specks on massive stages – they're right there with you, sharing stories and songs in cozy spaces that forge genuine connections between performers and audience members.

• Dance under the stars to over 100 hours of local, national, and international folk music
• Discover KidBargo! a festival-within-a-festival where young imaginations run wild
• Gather around the Elders' fire to hear wisdom from Yuin knowledge holders
• Bring your instrument and join spontaneous jams and sessions or brave the Blackboard Stage
• Savour delicious local flavours at our food village, featuring the region's finest producers
• Browse unique treasures at our festival market
• Camp comfortably with family and friends in our spacious, accessible grounds

Proudly independent, we celebrate the authentic spirit of folk music while nurturing both emerging talents and established artists. Whether you're joining a workshop, sharing stories, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, the Cobargo Folk Festival offers a welcoming space for everyone.

Come and be part of our story at the 2025 Cobargo Folk Festival and create unforgettable memories. Shout out to 📷 Warren Purnell for the amazing photo.

Tickets available cobargofolkfestival.com
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NEW FREE FRINGE CELEBRATION • IT TAKES A VILLAGE •
Spreading the festival fun with music & art into the heart of Cobargo village
27-28 February 2025, Cobargo Village NSW

COBARGO FOLK FESTIVAL • 28 February-2 March 2025
Cobargo Showgrounds NSW

09/02/2025

Why not Wake Up Dancing! Join the energetic, iconic and irreverent morning dance session. The type of dancing you might do in your lounge room but never expected to do in public. Or in a group. All levels are welcome. Better than coffee. PJs welcome.

Tickets available cobargofolkfestival.com

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NEW FREE FRINGE CELEBRATION • IT TAKES A VILLAGE •
Spreading the festival fun with music & art into the heart of Cobargo village
27-28 February 2025, Cobargo Village NSW

COBARGO FOLK FESTIVAL • 28 February-2 March 2025
Cobargo Showgrounds NSW

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07/02/2025

This week on POETRY ON THE RADIO, and the next two weeks, our guest is acclaimed writer Subhash Jaireth. He talks about his extraordinary accomplishments in poetry and prose.
Sunday at 4:30pm (right after ArtSound Radio Theatre) and again on Monday at 10:30pm.