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SUMMARY:The Inverell Gem and Craft Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Inverell and District Lapidary Club Inc.\, the Inverell Gem and Craft Show 2026 is a premier event for lapidary enthusiasts\, gem hunters\, and craft collectors. Taking place from Friday\, 9th October to Wednesday\, 14th October 2026 at the Inverell Lapidary Centre (McIlveen Street\, Inverell\, NSW\, 2360)\, visitors can explore historic mineral fields\, fossick for crystals\, honey citrine\, rhodonite\, diamonds\, fossils\, marble\, serpentine\, jasper\, and tourmaline\, or purchase unique personal specimens from traders. Traders operate from the 9th to the 11th of October\, field trips run from the 11th to the 14th\, and Open House events continue through the 14th. \nMake sure to confirm all exhibition details with the show organisers before planning your trip. Exhibitions\, venues and dates may be subject to cancellation or alteration. Please check our Terms of Use. \n\nTickets & Entry\nExhibition Entry: Gold coin donation \n\nEvent Schedule & Program\nThursday\, 8th October 2026: Setup day. \nFriday\, 9th October 2026: Doors open at 8:00 AM. Traders start. Meet and Greet in the Clubhouse with meals served from 6:30 PM ($25.00 includes sweets\, tea or coffee\, and a lucky door prize)\, followed by an Auction at 8:00 PM. \nSaturday\, 10th October 2026: Gem and Craft Show continues at the Clubhouse. Field trip information available on-site. \nSunday\, 11th October 2026: Gem and Craft Show continues with catering\, on-site fossicking\, and the First Field Trip. \nMonday\, 12th October 2026: Open House\, catering\, trading\, on-site fossicking\, and the Second Field Trip. \nTuesday\, 13th October 2026: Open House\, catering\, trading\, on-site fossicking\, and the Third Field Trip. \nWednesday\, 14th October 2026: Open House\, catering\, trading\, the popular Mystery Tour\, and Brag Night with meals served from 6:30 PM before closing. \n\nSpecial Features and Events\n\nClub ‘For Sale’ Section: Open every day during the event.\nField Trips: Tag-along day tours leaving from the Lapidary Clubhouse grounds (McIlveen Street). Please register from 7:30 AM for an 8:30 AM sharp departure. Tour cost is $10.00 per person. Participants should bring water\, food\, and personal medical requirements.\nMystery Tour: Held on Wednesday\, 14th October.\n\n\nLocal Attractions & Things To Do\n\nInverell’s Historic Mineral Fields: Explore and fossick for a wide array of precious stones\, crystals\, and minerals native to the region.\nTopper’s Mountain Vineyard: Located nearby at 13420 Guyra Road\, Tingha\, offering Wines of New England Australia (open by appointment).\nInverell Tourism Centre: Located at 13-35 Campbell Street\, Inverell\, providing local guides\, information\, and regional tourism resources.\n\n\nAccessibility\nIf you have specific accessibility needs or questions about the venue layout\, please contact the organiser by phone at (02) 6721 4563 or email Lapidary.Club.Inverell@outlook.com before your visit. \n\nPublic Transport & Visitor Information\nFor travel information\, visitor guides\, and local tourism inquiries\, you can contact Inverell Tourism located at 13-35 Campbell Street\, Inverell NSW (Phone: 02 6728 8161\, Email: tourism@inverell.nsw.gov.au. \nRegional visitors can use also this link: Trip Planner
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LOCATION:Inverell and District Lapidary Club Inc.\, McIlveen Street\, Inverell\, NSW\, 2360\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Australia,Gem Fairs,New South Wales,October
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SUMMARY:Nambour Gemfest (2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Nambour Lapidary Club hosts Gemfest\, a popular Sunshine Coast event for lapidary fans\, collectors\, and families. This year’s event will be held on 10 October at the Nambour Showgrounds and will bring together people to display rough and cut stones\, unique jewellery\, fossils\, minerals\, and lapidary tools. \nConfirm all exhibition details with the show organisers before planning your trip. Exhibitions\, venues\, and dates may be subject to cancellation or alteration. Please check our Terms of Use. \nTickets and Parking\n\nEntry: $8 for adults; children are free of charge.\nParking: $2.00 parking donation to Palmwoods Scouts.\n\nEvent Schedule and Program\n\nDate: Saturday\, October 10\, 2026\nHours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n\nSpecial Features and Highlights\n\nTrade Displays: A wide variety of gemstones\, minerals\, fossils\, and handcrafted jewellery.\nLapidary Demonstrations: Opportunities to observe traditional and modern lapidary techniques.\nCommunity Connection: A hub for local clubs to share knowledge\, display member work\, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.\n\nVenue\, Accessibility\, and Visitor Information\n\nAddress: Nambour Showgrounds\, 80 Coronation Ave\, Nambour\, QLD 4560.\nAccessibility: The Nambour Showgrounds is a large\, multi-purpose facility that generally offers high-quality accessibility\, including level access paths and designated accessible facilities. However\, because Gemfest utilises specific pavilions and outdoor zones within the grounds\, layout can vary by event. We recommend contacting the Nambour Lapidary Club directly at nambourlapidary@hotmail.com to confirm the most direct accessible route and parking arrangements for this year’s specific floor plan.\n\nThings to Do in Nambour\nIf you’re coming to Gemfest\, Nambour has plenty to offer\, from peaceful nature spots to well-known local attractions. \n\nCliento Park: This quiet subtropical rainforest in Nambour has a short walking track to the hidden Robinson Falls. It’s a great place for a picnic or a relaxing walk in nature.\nThe Big Pineapple: Just a short drive away in Woombye\, this famous landmark is worth a visit. You can ride the Pineapple Train\, check out the observation deck\, visit Wildlife HQ Zoo\, or try the Tree Top Challenge high-ropes course.\nLocal Exploration: Nambour also has a colourful street art mural trail and unique vintage shops in the town centre. These are great ways to experience the local culture at your own pace.\n\nPublic Transport:\n\nTrain: Nambour Railway Station is on the Sunshine Coast line. The Showgrounds are about a 5-minute drive or a manageable walk from the station\, but keep in mind the walk is uphill.\nLocal Bus: Translink runs bus services in Nambour. Check the Translink Journey Planner on the day of the event to find the best route from the station to Coronation Avenue.
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LOCATION:Nambour Showgrounds\, 80 Coronation Avenue\, Nambour\, QLD\, 4560\, Australia
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