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ONSLOW’S POP FEST IS BACK!On behalf of the Shire of Ashburton, it brings me great pleasure to welcome the fifth biennial Passion of the Pilbara Festival to Onslow. 2017 is one of our biggest Passion of the Pilbara Festival’s ever held, extending over three days and showcasing the many opportunities Onslow has to offer. Designed as a celebration to capture the heart and soul of our vibrant community as well as showcasing a fantastic line-up of well-known Australian artists and performers, this year promises to offer something for everyone – locals and visitors alike. Locals have long known of the treasures of Onslow, including the beautiful and rugged environment, the climate, the pace of life and strength of the community spirit. With the developments and transformations taking place in the community, Onslow’s treasures can stay a secret no more!With a focus on the spectacular Mackerel Islands, the outstanding fishing, engaging local culture, music and art, the festival will showcase the unique tourism opportunities available to visitors.Many thanks and appreciation goes to our festival partner Chevron Australia, as well as our long list of sponsors, whose funding and support have been vital in bringing this festival to fruition. I believe we all have a unique passion for this special place we call home and I look forward to celebrating it with you across these three exciting days.

Cr Kerry White Shire of Ashburton President

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ADAM HARVEY AND BECCY COLEHeadlining the 2017 Passion of the Pilbara Festival are Australian country music royalty Adam Harvey and Beccy Cole!

As individual artists, these two have stayed at the forefront of Australian

country music for close to two decades, each with an impressive list of

awards and top selling albums.

The combination of these two dynamic performers has

proven to be a hit with live audiences having toured the country on several occasions since their first encounter almost 20 years ago.

Catch them performing on the Chevron main

stage Saturday night!

FITZROY XPRESSThe Kimberley’s favourite country rockers

Having toured Australia extensively and released such hits as ‘Rodeo Road’ and ‘Home Sweet Home’, Fitzroy Express will be in town for this year’s festival to get the crowd rocking!

Delivering an authentic outback country sound, catch them performing Friday and Saturday.

FESTIVAL MC - SEAN CHOOLBURRAKeeping the festival schedule rolling and full of energy – Comedian Sean Choolburra is on-board as POP MC for 2017

Sean is known and acknowledged as the funniest and most enduring Aboriginal Australian comedian. He has most recently been labeled the “Godfather of Indigenous comedy”.

THE MERINDASThe Merindas are Australia’s Premier Soul Duo featuring award winning artists

They have supported some of Australia’s biggest stars including Jessica Mauboy, Nathaniel, Kasey Donovan, Christine Anu, Troy Cassar-Daley and American Grammy Award Winning Artist, Brandy.

Performing Friday and Saturday at this years’ event.

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At 24 years young Albany’s prodigy singer song writer Fingers Mitch Cullen is a crowd favourite. With his own unique style, Fingers is gaining huge interest as an international performer.

He is also an extremely talented multi-instrumentalist, having mastered the didgeridoo, slide stomp box, harmonica, percussion, and banjo whilst topping it all off as a singer / song-writer.

Catch Mitch at the POP Launch Party – Friday 8 September Onslow Sports Club

The Pilbara Development Commission is working to make the Pilbara a great place to do business, build a career, raise a family

and invest long into the future.

Connect with us to find out more

1800 THE PILBARA | pdc@pdc.wa.gov.au | www.pdc.wa.gov.au

your partner in regional development

Festival Highlights

“Fingers“ Mitchell Cullen

Kids Zone

FREERIDES

Rovingentertainers

UVDisco

Scitech

Inflatable Playground

Bubbleland

Fairies

Circus

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partnering with the community

The Chevron-operated Wheatstone Project is proud to support local community events and

programs through its ‘Working Together for Onslow’ partnership with the Shire of Ashburton.

Visit the Chevron booth!Come and visit our friendly staff at the Chevron booth to hear the latest update on the Wheatstone Project and find out more about our various community partnerships in Onslow.

Scitech robotics demonstration!Learn how science can be loads of fun and test out your robotics skills at Scitech’s robotics demonstration. Participants will have the opportunity to win one of the robots used on the day!

partnering with the community

The Chevron-operated Wheatstone Project is proud to support local community events and

programs through its ‘Working Together for Onslow’ partnership with the Shire of Ashburton.

Visit the Chevron booth!Come and visit our friendly staff at the Chevron booth to hear the latest update on the Wheatstone Project and find out more about our various community partnerships in Onslow.

Scitech robotics demonstration!Learn how science can be loads of fun and test out your robotics skills at Scitech’s robotics demonstration. Participants will have the opportunity to win one of the robots used on the day!

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ProgrAM oF eVentsSaturday 9 SeptemberChefs in the Garden at the

onslow Community Garden9- 11:.30am

The BHP Culinary pavilionChef Masterclasses onslow Kids Kitchen Garden demonstrations &Celebrity Cook-off Challenge Thalanyji oval 1-6pm

Sunday 10 SeptemberChefs on the islandExperience a day on ThevenardIncludes a BBQ Lunch with our Celebrity Chefs Ticketed Eventsee PoP FB page for more detailsoRbookings@mackerelislands.com.au or phone 08 9184 6444

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CulinaryShowcase

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Anna GareConsidered one of Australia’s most loved female celebrity cooks, Anna has won the hearts of many people while hosting and cooking on prime time television shows such as Junior MasterChef, The Great Australian

Bakeoff, The Best in Australia and Quickies in my Kitchen with high-profile guests.

Jesse Blake Rounding out the trio of culinary talent in town for the showcase is Petition Head Chef Jesse Blake.

Originally from New Zealand and not yet 30, Jesse is a dynamic and talented chef with a passion for cooking good food that best expresses his values as realised in the quirky,

minimalist Petition menu that respects local produce and uses food at its seasonal best.

MEET THE CHEFSPete ManifisBorn into an Onslow fishing family, Peter Manifis is a proud West Australian, WAFIC and Buy West Eat Best ambassador, seafood aficionado, award winning chef, and passionate advocate for food education. Peter has created in WA’s most exciting kitchens, participated in food events across the globe and is actively involved

in not for profit and community based initiatives.

Back by popular demand and a firm festival favourite, Pete is looking forward to being

part of the 2017 event.

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Proudly supporting our communitiesWe are committed to safety, the environment and the communities in which we operate.

www.bhp.com

fest¡val programFriday 8 september

Day 1BHP FISHBOWL

YOUTH SKATE NIGHT

Freestyle Now Under Lights

4.30pm-7.30pm

ONSLOW SPORTS CLUB

POP LAUNCH PARTY

Festival Official Opening

6.00pm-6.30pm

The Merindas6.30pm-6.45pm

Paraphernalia7.00pm-7.45pm

‘Fingers’ Mitchell Cullen

8.00pm-8.45pm

MC Comedy9.00pm

‘Fingers’ Mitchell Cullen

9.15pm-10.00pm

sunday 10 september

Day 3THEVENARD ISLAND

MACKEREL ISLANDS OPEN DAY

Ferry 1Departs Onslow

9.30am

Set 1Mikey Smith

11.30am-12.00pm

Ferry 2Departs Onslow

11.30am

Set 2Mikey Smith

1.00pm-1.45pm

Chefs on the Island - BBQ Lunch

Presentation12.30pm-1.45pm

Set 3Mikey Smith

3.30pm-3.45pm

Ferry 1 Returns to Onslow

3.00pm

Ferry 2Returns to Onslow

5.00pm

saturday 9 september

Day 2ONSLOW COMMUNITY

GARDEN THALANJYI OVAL BHP FISHBOWL

CHEFS IN THE GARDEN

CHEVRON MAIN STAGE

BHP CULINARY PAVILION

POPPASSPORT

KIDSZONE

WANNAPLAY?

FREESTYLE NOW

Culinary Showcase Pete Manifis/Anna Gare/Jesse Blake9.00am-11.30am

Mainstage Welcome 12.00pm Celebrity Chef

Culinary Showcase1.00pm-1.45pm

Collect your POP Passport from the Shire of Ashburton

Tent and enter by 4pm for your chance to win

some great prizes!

12.00pm-4.00pm

Roving Entertainment

12.00pm-7.00pm

Circus Ring12.00pm-2.30pm

Bubble Land12.00pm-1.15pm

Freestyle Now @ the BHP Fishbowl

2.00pm-4.00pm

The Merindas12.15pm-12.30pm

Thai Dancing12.45pm Community Group

Demonstration2.15pm-2.30pmThe Merindas

1.00pm-1.15pm

KC Smalltown1.45pm-2.30pm Celebrity Chef

Culinary Showcase 3.00pm-3.45pm

Bubble Show1.30pm-1.45pm

Mikey Smith2.45pm-3.30pm

Face Painting,Balloons,

Glitter Tattoos12.00pm-7.00pm

Circus Performance 2.45pm-3.00pm

Bubble Land1.45pm-4.45pm Freestyle Now

@ the BHP Fishbowl

6.00pm-8.00pm

KC Smalltown3.45pm-4.30pm Community Group

Demonstration4.15pm-4.30pm

Slime Station3.15pm-4.45pmPOP Passport

Presentation4.30pm-4.45pm

Fitzroy Xpress5.15pm-6.00pm

Celebrity Chef Cook-Off Challenge

5.00pm-5.45pm

Silly Science Show 5.00pm-5.15pm

LED Show5.45pm-6.00pm

Mikey Smith6.15pm-6.45pm

UV Painting5.45pm-6.15pm

Fitzroy Xpress7.00pm-7.45pm

UV Disco6.30pm-7.00pm

Beccy Cole & Adam Harvey

8.00pm-8.45pm

Fire Performance9.00pm

Beccy Cole & Adam Harvey

9.15pm -10.15pm

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free ferry transfersBookBook a family escape these school holidays & get free return ferry transfers from Onslow to the Mackerel Islands. 2 Bedroom Beachfront Cabins available from $395 per night. Relax, swim, fish, snorkel, kayak, play & discover the magic of the islands. Call 9184 6444 or email

bookings@mackerelislands.com.au.OOffer is valid for stays 23/09/17 - 08/10/17.

Subject to availability, not valid in conjunction with any other offer. www.pilbaraports.com.au

PORT OF ASHBURTON | PORT OF DAMPIER | PORT OF PORT HEDLAND

OUR VISION IS TO BE THE GLOBAL LEADER IN PORT PLANNING, OPERATIONS AND MARINE SERVICESOUR OBJECTIVES TRADE FACILITATIONTo facilitate trade through the Pilbara for the benefit of the State and our customersSUSTAINABILITYTo manage the ports’ growth and operations while respecting the Pilbara’s environment and heritageBUSINESS EXCELLENCE To optimise performance through industry-leading practices and innovation

presents

Sunday10 September 2017Join us for a family friendly day of fun on Thevenard Island and enjoy plenty of activities including; snorkeling, kayaking, beach volleyball and more.

‘passion of the pilbara’ special Rate:Day Trip with Ferry Ticket ((Adult)) $125Day Trip with Ferry Ticket ((Child)) $25Day Trip via private Boat Mooring ((Adult)) $30Day Trip via private Boat Mooring ((Child) $15

Ferry Times::Ferry Departs onslow Arrives onslow

Ferry 01 09.30am 16.00pmFerry 02 11.30am 18.00pm

Join pop celebrity chefs pete ManifiFis and Anna Gare for cooking demos and a delicious BBQ lunch on the beach with live acoustic music from Mikey Smith.

Tickets on sale now•Email bookings: bookings@ @mackerelislands.com.au or phone: 08 9184 6444

8-10 Sept 2017

Thevenardopen Day

Terms and Conditions:• Email bookings@mackerelislands.com.au or phone 08 9184 6444.• Departure and Arrivals to take place for the ferry at the Beadon Bay Creek Jetty, Onslow.• All people heading over to the Island will need to check in at the Beadon Bay Creek Jetty in

Onslow 1/2 hour prior to arriving onsite to receive their wristbands.• Ticket prices include lunch.

• If you are taking your own private boat to the Island it will be at your own risk. In the case of a boating emergency please call the Onslow Volunteer Marine Rescue on 0429 688 714.

• Strictly NO BYO, all beverages can be purchased on the island.• Ferry tickets and Thevenard Island boat moorings are limited in numbers and restricted

to those who purchase their tickets prior to the event only.

overnight accommodation available at reduced rates!

Keep an eye out for whales during the ferry trip, as they are very active at the moment!

8-10 Sept 2017

The poppassport Challenge

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saturday 9 september 12pm-4pmGrab your passport and join the challengeover $$1500 in great prizes up for grabspassports available from the shire of Ashburton tent from 12pm.Complete 6 challenges or more to be in the draw.Return your completed entry back to the shire tent for your chance to win by 4pm.open to ages 5 to 16 years.

prize drawn 4.30pm on the Chevron Main stage.

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Freestyle Now are back and roll ing out the rad at the 2017 POP Festival ....

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@@ the BHP

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Come down and learn

everything there is to know

about BMX, Scooters

and Skateboards with the

talented Freestyle Now crew.

Learn how to handle your

equipment, and the correct

track etiquette. Rad prizes

and giveaways available

including awards for the

‘Best Tick’ and ‘Not So Best

Trick’! And parents don’t

be shy, head over with your

children to learn all about the

skate park world.

YOUTH SKATE NIGHT UNDER LIGHTSFRIDAY 4.30-7.30PM

SATURDAY FESTIVAL SESSIONS 2PM AND 6PM Free workshops – open to ages 5+Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a legal guardian

NO HELMET

NO RIDE

8-10 Sept 2017

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PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY

FESTIVAL PARTNER

supported by Royalties for Regions

Thank youto all our wonderful sponsors

who helped make

pop Festival a success

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