Northam Murals

Northam Murals

Northam Murals Table of Contents Northam’s Best Murals If you’ve ever found yourself hunting for a slice of Australian culture that’s off the beaten track, the Avon Valley town of Northam offers a delightful treasure hunt. Renowned for more than its historical significance and picturesque countryside, Northam is a canvas brimming with a vibrant subculture […]

Northam Multicultural Festival 2023

Northam Multicultural Festival 2023

Northam Multicultural Festival 2023 Northam Heritage and Multicultural Festival 2023 – State Builders The Northam Heritage and Multicultural Festival 2023 was was held on Sunday 29th October from 10am – 4pm at Bernard Park.  The Northam Heritage and Multicultural Festival is a beloved annual event that draws people from all over to celebrate the diversity […]

Womens World Hot Air Ballooning Championship

Womens World Hot Air Ballooning Championship

Womens World Hot Air Ballooning Championship 5th FAI Women’s World Hot Air Ballooning Championship The world’s best female ballooning pilots competed in September’s 5th FIA Women’s World Hot Air Ballooning Championship in Northam Western Australia. The Championships were held from 2nd – 9th September.  Thirty women from 13 nations – from Brazil to New Zealand […]

Avon Descent And Bilya Festival

Avon Descent And Bilya Festival

Avon Descent and Bilya (River) Festival The Avon Descent is a two-day 124km adventure challenge from Northam to Bayswater, Western Australia The Lotterywest Avon Descent Festivals offer a thrilling weekend of family-friendly events in Northam, Toodyay, Swan, and Bayswater. Held annually alongside the Avon Descent, these festivals are the perfect chance for friends and family […]

23rd National Ballooning Championships Northam

23rd National Ballooning Championships Northam

23rd National Ballooning Championships Northam 23rd National Ballooning Championships hosted in Northam May 6th – 13th 2023, Northam was host to a vibrant week of hot air ballooning, marking the first National Championships in four years. Over 20 globally recognised Australian pilots fought for their chance to represent their country at the World Championships. The […]

Northam Elevate Festival 2023

Northam Elevate Festival 2023

Northam Elevate Festival 2023 2023 Northam Elevate Festival The Elevate Festival took place on Saturday 6th May at the Henry Street Oval in Northam, Australia – the country’s number one hot air ballooning destination. This one-of-a-kind event marked the beginning of the 23rd National Ballooning Championships, where the skies were filled with an array of […]

York Motorcycle Festival 2023

York Motorcycle Festival 2023

York Motorcycle Festival 2023 York Motorcycle Festival 2023 The York Motorcycle Festival was an exciting event that took place at Avon Terrace, York WA. Offering fun for all ages, the Festival was held on Sunday 16th April from 10am-4pm. Attendees enjoyed motorbike stunt shows, live music, Show & Shine, trade displays, Vintage Collective Markets, motorbike […]

Northam Motorsport Festival 2023

Northam Motorsport Festival 2023

Northam Motorsport Festival 2023 2023 Northam Motorsport Festival Experience the thrill of classic racing at the Northam Motorsport Festival, a must-attend event for all ages. The streets of Northam come alive with time trials and the exhilarating Northam Flying 50 race on Sunday. Aside from the racing, explore the car display areas, indulge in some […]

Hoddywell Archery Park In Toodyay

Hoddywell Archery Park

Our Visit To Hoddywell Archery Park In Toodyay Table of Contents Hoddywell Archery Park In Toodyay Nestled amidst 50 acres of pristine bushland outside the charming town of Toodyay, just an hour’s drive from Perth, Hoddywell Archery Park offers a unique outdoor experience in a stunning natural setting. Whether you’re a seasoned archer or trying […]

Canola fields at PetTeet Park York

Canola PetTeet Park York

Canola fields at PetTeet Park York Table of Contents Visiting the Canola fields at PetTeet Park near York, Western Australia Wheatbelt Kids visited PetTeet Park in September 2022.  PetTeet Park is situated on 100 acres in the picturesque Talbot Brook between York and Beverley. We spent a few hours enjoying the spring morning walking through […]

Bilya Koort Boodja

Bilya Koort Boodja

Bilya Koort Boodja​ Wheatbelt Kids Visit To Bilya Koort Boodja​ Nestled in the heart of Northam’s CBD, along the picturesque Avon River, the Bilya Koort Boodja Centre serves as a captivating gateway to the rich Nyoongar culture and environmental wisdom of the Ballardong region. As a prime regional attraction, this immersive learning hub not only […]

Northam Heritage Forum Visit

Northam Heritage Forum Visit

Northam Heritage Forum Visit Wheatbelt Kids Visit To Northam Heritage Train Station The Northam Heritage Forum In the early 1900s, the Old Northam Railway Station buzzed with life as a crucial transportation hub. However, the station ceased operations in 1966, when a new Eastern Railway route emerged. Today, the historic railway station has been transformed […]

Our visit to Wolf!

Northam Theatre Presents Wolf

Our visit to Wolf! Northam Theatre Presents Wolf! We were lucky enough to be invited by the Northam Theatre Group to the first showing of Wolf! today.  Maddison and I were very excited to see the show and to support local talent. We entered the theatre, to an incredible set with doors, fireplace, table and […]

Northam Youth Precinct

Northam Youth Precinct

Northam Youth Precinct Northam’s New Youth Precinct We explored the brand-new Northam Youth Precinct, which grandly opened its doors today. Nestled conveniently at the junction of Chidlow Street and Peel Terrace, and situated right opposite McDonalds, this vibrant hub offers something for everyone. The skate park features areas tailored to all proficiency levels and age […]

Northam School Holiday Program Floorball

Floorball

Northam School Holiday Program Floorball School Holiday Floorball Monday 2nd July 2018 was the first day of school holidays and we ventured out in the cold and rain to participate in the Northam School Holiday Program’s Floorball held at the Recreation Centre.   The session was conducted by Harrison and Connor Sargeant who are a […]

Holiday Activities at Northam PharmaSave

Northam PharmaSave

Holiday Activities at Northam PharmaSave Activities At Northam PharmaSave Tuesday 17th April 2018 – Snakes Alive Story Time and Craft with Laura and Sarabi the Stimson Python Maddison and I have been loving the free activities at the Northam PharmaSave chemist this school holidays. On Tuesday we went to the Snakes Alive Story Time and […]

WA Kids Have Gone Rock Crazy

Wheatbelt WA Rocks

WA Kids Have Gone Rock Crazy The Latest Rock Craze It’s 2017 and we have seen the decline of colouring-in, Pokemon Go and Fidget Spinners, as of now WA kids are going crazy for rocks.   You may have seen it through Facebook, the news, your local newspaper or you may have stumbled over a […]

A Week of Easter Craft

Fun Easter Craft

A Week of Easter Craft Fun Easter Craft Happy Easter Everyone. This week marked the beginning of April’s school break, bustling with excitement and fun! We dove into delightful Easter activities, watching Maddison’s creativity shine through as she expertly crafted a festive hat and skillfully painted a charming ceramic bunny. The craft packs we chose […]

Welcome to Wheatbelt Kids

Welcome Wheatbelt Kids

Welcome to Wheatbelt Kids Welcome To Wheatbelt Kids Wheatbelt Kids was started in July 2016 as I felt there was a need to have information in one place for residents and visitors to the region. Wheatbelt Kids is my personal community project in between work and family life. Currently Northam, York, Toodyay, Bakers Hill, and […]

A Family Night Out At The Avon Descent

Avon Descent

A Family Night Out At The Avon Descent Northam Avon Descent 2016 Photo by Rennie Langham Growing up in Northam it was a family tradition to attend the Avon River Festival each year. I remember the excitement of watching the float parade make it’s way along the main street of Northam, the festivities in the […]