QUEENSLAND
Abbey Medieval Festival, July 9-10 Vikings, Turkish oil wrestling, cannons and jousting – this year’s Medieval Festival at Abbeystowe in Caboolture will be filled with all the pageantry and drama of the Middle Ages. History buffs will be enthralled by the fighting displays, archery and music played on instruments such as the hurdy-gurdy (barrel organ) and shawm (wind instrument). Learn about medieval farming and ancient crafts, or sample traditional medieval cooking. Browse souvenirs and interesting wares at the marketplace, then enjoy a spicy mead, honey mead or cider and venison pie at the Stag Inn. abbeymedievalfestival.com
Head to the Nambour Showgrounds in the Sunshine Coast hinterland for this three-day celebration of garden information and inspiration. With more
