Opening Night (Fri 5th Jun)

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Date: 5th June 2026
Time: 6pm start (7.30pm music)
Venue: Merriwa RSL Auditorium
Address: 120-124 Bettington St, Merriwa 2329

Live music, auctions, raffles, lucky door prizes, special guest appearances and more. 

Dinner is available from the bistro, and you can wash it all down with a drink from the bar.

Scan the QR code below or click here to book your tickets. 

Special Guest Appearance by grazier Marlene Brewer

(of ABC’s Muster Dogs fame)

Grazier, Marlene Brewer, and her champion dog Hudson are appearing at the Festival in 2026. Marlene will be speaking at the Opening Night.

With over 30 years of experience it is not surprising that Marlene has faced many challenges, but her mission has always remained clear – to build a legacy for her son by mastering every aspect of farm management and succession planning.

Marlene is passionate about mentoring young women in the agricultural industry and helping them build confidence in handling livestock. By improving their skills as dog handlers, she believes they can make livestock management easier and more efficient for both people and animals

She also hopes to inspire older women to embrace new challenges and pursue their dreams, regardless of age. Her own journey with Muster Dogs is a testament to breaking barriers and proving that it’s never too late to take on new adventures.