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NZ’s Country Music Festival Official EVENT GUIDE 2020 23 - 31 MAY I GORE I NZ
Contents Calendar of Festival Events 2020 01 - 02 Events Location Map 2020 03 - 04 Calender of Festival Events 2020 Saturday 23 May Event Details on Page: 1.00pm Hokonui Ute Muster 5 7.00pm Top Paddock (doors open 6.00pm) 6 Sunday 24 May 2.00pm Kids Gone Country 7 3.00pm Legends Of The Hokonui’s 7 6.30pm Gore Country Music Queen Gala Crowning 8 Monday 25 May 10.30am Country Film: I Am Woman 16 1.00pm Country Film: Elvis That’s The Way It Is 16 1.30pm Golden Oldies 8 6.30pm Motorhomers’ Potluck Dinner 9 7.00pm Luke O’Shea Bowmar Road House Concert 9 Tuesday 26 May 10.30am Country Film: She Shears 16 1.00pm Country Film: I Am Woman 16 1.30pm Gore Country Music Club Open Mic 10 6.00pm Old Hokonui Whiskey & Food Match event 11 7.00pm MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Walk-up Concert 10 Wednesday 27 May Book a time Spit & Polish with Peter Cairns (30 minute sessions) 13 10.30am Country Film: I Am Woman 16 1.00pm Country Film: A Star Is Born 16 1.00pm Jammin’ at the Razza 13 6.00pm 40 Years of MLT Songwriting Awards Dinner & Show 12 Thursday 28 May Book a time Spit & Polish with Peter Cairns (30 minute sessions) 13 9.00am Luke O’Shea Songwriting Workshop (MLT Songwriting Seminar) 14 10.00am Ukulele Workshop With Marian Burns 15 10.30am Country Film: A Star Is Born 16 1.00pm Country Film: I Am Woman 16 12.00pm Freeze Ya Bits Off School Competition 18 1 I Tussock Country 2020
Thursday 28 May continued ... Event Details on Page:
1.00pm Katie Thompson Masterclass (MLT Songwriting Seminar) 14
1.00pm Jammin’ at the Razza 15
2.00pm Victoria Kelly Music Industry Talk (MLT Songwriting Seminar) 14
5.00pm Green Bird Café Session 16
7.00pm NZ Country Music Awards 17
Friday 29 May
8.15am MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Auditions (all sections) 20
10.00am Fiddle Workshop With Marian Burns 15
10.30am Country Film: Elvis That’s The Way It Is 16
1.00pm Country Film: I Am Woman 16
11.00am Freeze Ya Bits Off Busking Auditions 18
3.00pm Tea at Three with Jenny Mitchell 21
5.30pm Guitar Talk: Nick Brightwell (MLT Roundup) 22
6.00pm The Writer’s Night 21
6.00pm Country At Heart: Kylie Harris, Kayla Mahon (MLT Roundup) 22
6.30pm Before The Ride: Allan Baron, Peter Cairns, Ron Mitchell (MLT Roundup) 22
7.00pm The Topp Twins 23
7.30pm Southern Hayride: Reg McTaggart & Friends (MLT Roundup) 22
8.00pm Rock The Country: The Lovers & Jaydin Shingleton (MLT Roundup) 22
8.00pm The Falls Night: The Possum Pickers & Friends (MLT Roundup) 22
8.30pm Beer ‘N Boots: Simon Thompson & Friends (MLT Roundup) 22
Saturday 30 May
8.15am MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Auditions (all sections) 20
9.00am McDonough Contracting Gore Truck Viewing 25
11.00am Freeze Ya Bits Off Busking Auditions 18
2.00pm McDonough Contracting Gore Truck Parade 25
2.30pm Freeze Ya Bits Off Finals + Street Party 18
3.00pm Uke ‘N’ Fiddle Finale Concert with Marian Burns 15
4.00pm McDonough Contracting Gore Truck Prize Giving 25
5.30pm Luke O’Shea & Friends (5.30pm Dinner / 7.00pm Show) 24
6.30pm MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Junior/Intermediate Finals 20
Sunday 31 May
8.15am MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Auditions (senior sections only) 20
1.00pm MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards 40+ and 60+ Finals 20
3.00pm MLT Showcase & Hands of Fame Induction 26
4.30pm Green Bird Café Session 25
7.00pm MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Senior Finals 20
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Event Locations 2020
1. Gore Town & Country Club Stadium, 9 Bury Street, Gore
2. St James Theatre, 61 Irk Street, Gore
3. Longford Function Centre & Tavern, 29 Hamilton Street, East Gore
4. Gore Baptist Church, 23 Ardwick Street, Gore
5. Gore District Memorial RSA, 12 Bowler Avenue, Gore
6. Heartland Hotel Croydon, 100 Waimea Street, Gore
7. Howl at the Moon Café Bar, 34 Medway Street, Gore
8. Traffers Bar, 18 Hokonui Drive, Gore
9. The Thomas Green, 30 Medway Street, Gore
10. The Stable Kitchen, 103 Main Street, Gore
11. Table Talk Café, 76 Main Street, Gore
12. Maruawai Centre, 7 Norfolk Street, Gore (beside Gore Visitor Centre)
13. Hokonui Pavillion, Gore A&P Showgrounds, Bury Street, Gore
14. Transport Repairs Yard, 25 Falconer Road, Gore
15. The Little Theatre, 1 Richmond Street (bridge end), Gore
16. St Peters College Chapel, 121 Kakapo Street, Gore
17. 61 Bowmar Road, Gore (first left out of Town, not shown on map)
18. The Falls Hotel, 151 Main Street, Mataura (not shown on map)
Gore Visitor Centre, 16 Hokonui Drive, Gore
Gore iTICKET outlet SBS St James Theatre, 61 Irk Street, Gore
Disclaimer: The contents of the publication are intended as a guide and for information only.
Neither New Zealand Country Music Festival Trust or the associated organisers will be liable on any
ground for errors in, or omissions from, that content, nor be responsible for any loss, damage or liability,
changes, cancellations or additions with any associated events incurred in this publication.
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Hokonui Ute Muster
Grab your mates, your ute and dog, and head along for some good times at the first-ever
Hokonui Ute Muster.
Loads of prizes to be won for your ute, your dog and even your mullet. Plenty of fun times
to be had. Get along to catch up for a laugh and a yarn. Show off your awesome ute!
$500 for the People’s Choice - Prizes for all categories. Entertainment throughout the
afternoon. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Saturday 23 May
1.00pm Ute Parade I 2.00pm - 4.00pm Judging
A&P Showgrounds, Bury Street, Gore
Admission: Free
Competition Entry Fee: $5 per category
For full entry information visit: www.tussockcountry.nz
or email hokonuiutemuster@gmail.com
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Top Paddock
Get ready for the energy and enthusiasm of Top Paddock, New Zealand’s flagship event for
contemporary country music.
Top Paddock will be the headline event that kicks off the Tussock Country Music Festival,
delivering a dynamic line-up of national country music stars.
The event is credited with creating a new country-pop/rock movement in New Zealand that
gives fresh meaning to what ‘country’ looks and sounds like. Get along to this lively event to
hear the sounds of contemporary country music stars.
Saturday 23 May
6.00pm Doors open I 7.00pm - 1.00am Concert
Gore Town & Country Club Stadium, 9 Bury Street, Gore
Admission:
Earlybird $79 + BF
General Admission $89 + BF
VIP $149 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
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Kids Gone Country Legends Of The Hokonui’s
The Thomas Green and local musician Kayla Traditional music, pipes, celtic and country
Martin are hosting ‘Kids Gone Country’. rock are a special mix at the Legends of the
Young performers 4-17 years of age are Hokonui’s concert.
gearing up for the MLT New Zealand Gold
This event is the annual fundraiser for the
Guitar Awards. Enjoy an afternoon of
Hokonui Celtic Pipe Band. It’s always a
acoustic music and watch these talented
sell-out show, so be in quick to get your tickets.
youngsters shine on stage.
With 25 playing members, the band competes
The Thomas Green offers a beautiful setting,
throughout New Zealand, often returning
with their restaurant and bar. It’s the perfect
home with trophies.
way to spend your Sunday afternoon.
Cash bar available. Light snacks provided.
Sunday 24 May I 2.00pm - 4.30pm
The Thomas Green, Sunday 24 May I 3.00pm
30 Medway Street, Gore Gore Town & Country Club Stadium,
9 Bury Street, Gore
Admission: Free
Admission: $40 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
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Gore Country Music Queen Golden Oldies
Gala Crowning This is a wonderful concert of local artists.
The gala crowning evening for the Gore Every year it’s packed out by our seniors.
Country Music Queen title, with live music Come early to get a seat and look forward
and a guest speaker. The winner will travel to a nice afternoon tea after the concert.
to the Tamworth Country Music Festival in Take part in a raffle or two. This relaxing,
January 2021 as an official representative homely concert is great entertainment.
of the Gore Country Music Club.
Monday 25 May I 1.30pm
Sunday 24 May I 6.30pm Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre,
Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre, 29 Hamilton Street, Gore
29 Hamilton Street, Gore Admission: Gold coin - door sales only
Admission: $25 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
Complimentary bubbles on arrival and
nibbles included. Cash bar available.
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Motorhomers’ Luke O’Shea Bowmar Road
Potluck Dinner House Concert
Gore is a motorhome friendly town and it’s Join us for an intimate evening of inspirational
popular for campers to park up at the Gore music with award-winning Australian country
A&P Showgrounds, or the Gore Town & artist Luke O’Shea, along with Jenny Mitchell
Country Club. It has become tradition for those and Phil Doublet.
staying to get together for a potluck dinner
Luke’s natural larrikin humour and powerful
during the festival. Musicians are often among
live shows make Luke O’Shea a live music
them, so it can be quite a social event with a
festival favourite. He carries on the proud
tune or two. All motorhomers are welcome. and ancient tradition of singing up country.
Contact Bevin to find out what you can Drawing inspiration from the humorous and
contribute. Phone 027 644 9909. heartbreaking, O’Shea crafts and delivers his
celebrated songs to connect with audiences on
Monday 25 May I 6.30pm a surprising deeper level.
Hokonui Pavilion,
Monday 25 May I 7.00pm
Gore A&P Showgrounds,
61 Bowmar Road, Gore
Bury Street, Gore
Admission: $25 + BF
Admission: Free from www.iticket.co.nz
9 I Tussock Country 2020Gore Country Music Club MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards
Open Mic Walk-Up Concert
Want to warm up your vocal chords? Join in the fun! Put your name on the
Join in our Open Mic session. It’s simple - put blackboard and wait your turn to perform
your name on our black board and perform. your favourite song or instrument, or come
The Open Mic session is a great afternoon along for a listen. It’s as simple as that at
of talent to enjoy. So, come along and strut this informal walk-up concert. A full band is
your stuff. A cash bar is available, and you can available, ready to back anyone who wants
dabble in a raffle or two. In true Southland to take part in this lively, engaging evening.
style, everyone is welcome. Please bring 4 copies of chord charts if you
are performing with the band.
Tuesday 26 May I 1.30pm
This event includes a tree-planting ceremony
Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre acknowledging Gore’s sister city relationship
29 Hamilton Street, Gore with Tamworth, in Australia.
Admission: Gold coin - door sales only Tuesday 26 May I 7.00pm
Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre
29 Hamilton Street, Gore
Admission: Members $5,
Non-members $10,
Children free (17 years and under)
Door sales only, supper included
www.tussockcountry.nz I 10Old Hokonui - Whiskey and Food Match Event
Food curator Jude Taylor and MLT representative Bob Vercoe will present an early evening
event celebrating Southland’s quirky and colourful grain spirit tradition – matched with
game–based, and Prohibition-era cuisine in association with the Hokonui Moonshine
Museum, Mataura Licensing Trust and Thomas Green Public House and Dining Room.
Spirits from selected southern New Zealand providers will be featured, along with matched
tapas style food from the wilds of inland and costal Southland. Featured of course will be
Southland’s own ‘Old Hokonui’, but there will also be representatives from other southern
distilleries presenting tastings of their new and exciting lines.
Jude Taylor will infuse a wild flavour into her themed offerings and The Thomas Green
Public House & Dining Room will provide a selection of matched food platters using prime
Southland produce and whiskey infused delicacies. Finest southern craft beer and Central
Otago wine will also feature. For those of more temperate persuasion, a range of specially
blended Temperance Teas and traditional soft drinks will be on hand for your enjoyment.
Tuesday 26 May I 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Maruawai Centre, 7 Norfolk Street, Gore (beside Gore Visitor Centre)
Admission: $80 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
11 I Tussock Country 2020Proudly presented by the
in association with the
Celebrating 40 Years of MLT
Songwriting Award Winners
This event is celebrating 40 years since the inaugural MLT Songwriting Award.
The New Zealand Songwriters’ Trust has enjoyed a long relationship with the
Mataura Licencing Trust who have supported this award since its inception.
This is a night to relax, enjoy good company, good food, and celebrate
our past winners while they perform live.
Wednesday 27 May
6.00pm Mix & Mingle I 7.00pm Dinner & Entertainment
Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre, 29 Hamilton Street, Gore
Admission: $50 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
Ticket includes dinner, entertainment and some refreshments. Cash bar available.
www.tussockcountry.nz I 12Spit & Polish Finishing Jammin’ at the Razza School with Peter Cairns A laid back event over two days. The line up is Entertainer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, likely to be different each day, so why not come and recording artist Peter Cairns is offering down twice and catch up with old friends. private workshops for people who want to Wednesday 27 May I 1.00pm - 3.00pm add the finishing touches to their performance before the MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards 2020. Thursday 28 May I 1.00pm - 3.00pm Peter has coached 11 overall Gold Guitar Gore District Memorial RSA, winners from junior through to senior 12 Bowler Avenue, Gore categories. Some of his past students have gone on to establish successful performing Admission: Free careers internationally. Private 30-minute workshops available on Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 May Cost: $25 per session Bookings: Call Peter on 027 201 4059 or email cairnspeter116@gmail.com 13 I Tussock Country 2020
MLT Songwriting Seminar
Luke O’Shea Songwriting is a three-hour workshop. This is your opportunity to learn tips
from the acclaimed, award-winning Australian songwriter, Luke O’Shea.
Katie Thompson of Quirky Music will be sharing her knowledge and experience on social
media for musicians, guerrilla marketing tactics, how to create a successful crowdfunding
campaign. You will walk away with plenty of actionable steps to help you with your career.
Join APRA AMCOS’ Director of Member Services Victoria Kelly for a relaxed discussion about
music rights, royalties and the world of APRA AMCOS.
Thursday 28 May I 9.00am - 3.00pm
Luke O’Shea Songwriting I 9.00am - 12 noon
Katie Thompson Masterclass I 1.00pm - 2.00pm
Victoria Kelly (APRA), Music Industry Seminar I 2.00pm - 3.00pm
Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre, 29 Hamilton Street, Gore
Admission:
Adult $30 + BF
Student $15 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
www.tussockcountry.nz I 14Uke ‘N’ Fiddle Workshops
and Concert with Marian Burns
Acclaimed New Zealand musician Marian Ukulele Workshop:
Burns wows audiences throughout Australia Thursday 28 May I 10.00am - 3.00pm
and New Zealand with her skill and incredible St Peter’s College Chapel, Kakapo St. Gore
talent. In 2018, she was awarded a Member
Admission: $40 + BF
of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services
IMPORTANT: Medium to Advanced ukulele players need to be
to music. able to play C C7 G C7 F Dm Am A A7 D.
Take this opportunity to join Marian in one, or Fiddle Workshop:
both of her fun workshops. Come away being Friday 29 May I 10.00am - 3.00pm
able to strum a few chords, play some songs, St Peter’s College Chapel, Kakapo St. Gore
pick a few tunes, and gain some cool tips and
Admission: $40 + BF
techniques along the way.
IMPORTANT: Fiddlers must be either on Book Four of Suzuki or
The workshops finish with a celebratory grand have been learning the violin for at least 4 years.
finale concert. Grand Finale Concert:
Tickets from Saturday 30 May I 3.30pm
www.iticket.co.nz Table Talk Café, 76 Main Street, Gore
Admission: $25 + BF
Ticket includes coffee and dessert
15 I Tussock Country 2020Green Bird Café Session Country Films
As the talent and musicians keep rolling into St James Theatre, 61 Irk Street, Gore
town, the Green Bird Café Session at the Admission: $6 per screening
Thomas Green is the place to be! Musicians
from all over NZ gather to sing a few acoustics
Bookings: www.sbsstjamestheatre.co.nz
tunes, it’s a real treat to see so much talent Monday 25 May
in one venue. So come along and listen, be 10.30am I I am Woman
spoiled by the food, drinks and entertainment! 1.00pm I Elvis that’s the way it is
Thursday 28 May I 5.00pm - 7.00pm Tuesday 26 May
The Thomas Green, 10.30am I She Shears
30 Medway Street, Gore 1.00pm I I am Woman
Wednesday 27 May
Admission: Free 10.30am I I am Woman
1.00pm I A Star Is Born
Thursday 28 May
10.30am I A Star Is Born
1.00pm I I am Woman
Friday 29 May
10.30am I Elvis that’s the way it is
1.00pm I I am Woman
www.tussockcountry.nz I 16NZ Country Music Awards
Savour the original melodies and rhythms of New Zealand’s emerging song writing
talent and finest country music recording artists at the NZ Country Music Awards.
You’ll get to walk the red carpet at this gala occasion and join in celebrating New Zealand’s
brightest country music talent with a feast of performances from award finalists and
special guests.
After a glittering evening of entertainment, award winners are announced for the
MLT Songwriting Award for best unrecorded song, the APRA Best Country Song award
and the award for Recorded Music NZ Best Country Artist.
The NZ Country Music Awards is a wonderful night out with New Zealand’s top
country talent - not to be missed.
Thursday 28 May I 7.00pm
St James Theatre, 61 Irk Street, Gore
Admission: Early bird $35 + BF I General Admission $45 + BF
Buy 10 tickets, get one free
from www.iticket.co.nz
Your ticket gives you access to attend the After Party at the Thomas Green.
For more information visit: www.nzcountrymusicawards.co.nz
17 I Tussock Country 2020Buskers be
in to WIN up to
Enter at
gorenz.com
Freeze Ya’ Bits Off Busking
Buskers take to the streets to sing and play tunes from their favourite country genre,
lured by two $1000 prizes and a total prize pool of more than $3000.
Strolling the streets to soak up the buskers’ home-grown talents is as entertaining as
entering the competition yourself, or with friends, to sing or play a country song or two.
The event kicks off with a schools’ busking competition on Thursday, before buskers of
any age strut their stuff in the town centre on Friday and Saturday.
The top 10 acts perform at a finals event where prize winners are announced. The finals are staged
with the weather in mind: a rugged-up crowd warmed by outdoor heaters, with BBQ food and
mulled wine available at the Thomas Green. It’s all part of the `street party’ atmosphere.
School Competition
Main Street, Gore I Thursday 28 May I 12.00 noon – 1.00pm
Auditions (all other categories)
Main Street and Irk Street, Gore
Friday 29 May and Saturday 30 May I 11.00am to 1.00pm
Finals + Street Party
Medway Street, Gore
Saturday 30 May I 2.30pm I Admission: free
Entries and information: www.gorenz.com/events
www.tussockcountry.nz I 18MLT NZ Gold Guitar Awards Join in and celebrate raw country music talent at New Zealand’s greatest country music event, the NZ Gold Guitar Awards. For almost half a century, hundreds of amateur country musicians of all ages have travelled to Gore, Southland, to compete for the coveted Gold Guitar Award. Three days of auditions and spectacular finals night events showcase the best in junior, intermediate and senior categories. There’s a country music showcase concert that’s part of the 40 plus and 60 plus final, where a stand-out country music contributor is inducted into the Country Music Hands of Fame. The Gold Guitar winner receives a comprehensive prize package to set them on the road to country music stardom. This prestigious event - the longest running and largest country music club competition in New Zealand - is why Gore is known as the `NZ Capital of Country Music.’ For more information visit: www.goldguitars.co.nz 19 I Tussock Country 2020
Auditions - all Sections
Friday 29 May and Saturday 30 May I 8.15am - 5.00pm
Gore Town & Country Club Stadium, Gore Baptist Church, Gore District RSA
Admission: Door sales only. Ticket allows entry at all venues.
Adults $12; Senior citizens $8; Children 17 years and under FREE
Junior and Intermediate Finals
Featuring all the intermediate and junior finalists followed by presentation of the Awards.
Guest appearance from 2019 Intermediate overall winner Ocean Waitokia.
Saturday 30 May I 6.30pm I Gore Town & Country Club Stadium
Admission: $38 + BF; Children 17 years and under $10 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
Auditions - Senior Sections only
Sunday 31 May I 8.15am - 12.00noon I Gore Town & Country Club Stadium
Admission: Door sales only. Adults $18; Senior citizens $14; Children 17 years and under $5.
Ticket also allows entry to 40 and 60 Plus Finals, MLT Showcase and Hands of Fame
Induction - see page 26 for information.
40 and 60 Plus Finals
Featuring all the 40 Plus and 60 Plus age group finalists, followed by presentation of the
Awards. Kylie Harris and Paddy Long will be inducted into the Hands of Fame at this event.
Sunday 31 May I 1.00pm I Gore Town & Country Club Stadium
Admission: Door sales only. Adults $18; Senior citizens $14; Children 17 years and under $5.
Ticket also allows entry to 40 and 60 Plus Finals, MLT Showcase and Hands of Fame
Induction - see pages 26 for information.
Senior Finals
The evening features all finalists in the senior award categories, followed by
presentation of the awards. Guest artist is last year’s winner Jaydin Shingleton.
Sunday 31 May I 7.00pm I Gore Town & Country Club Stadium
Admission: Adult $45 + BF; Children 17 years and under $10 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
www.tussockcountry.nz I 20Tea At Three with Jenny The Writer’s Night
Treat yourself to rising star Jenny Mitchell’s An exceptional evening, where New Zealand’s
blend of country, folk and honesty, while finest songwriters share their songs and the
sipping on a selection of delicious teas. stories behind them.
A NZ Gold Guitar Awards winner, 2019 Tui The New Zealand Songwriters Trust ‘Writers
Award winner and 2020 Australian Golden Night’ has evolved into one of the most
Guitar nominee, Jenny’s unique style is rapidly intimate and special nights of the Festival.
capturing audiences around the globe. It’s a night not to be missed - pure, simple,
real life in song.
Proudly presented by The Stable Kitchen,
Tea at Three is the perfect way to keep cosy Come along to experience the best of
during the festival and is sure to delight New Zealand’s songwriting talent up close
audiences of all ages. over a glass of wine and nibbles.
Friday 29 May I 3.00pm - 4.00pm Friday 29 May I 6.00pm - 8.00pm
The Stable Kitchen, 103 Main St. Gore The Little Theatre, 1 Richmond Street,
(Bridge end), Gore
Admission:
Adults $20pp + BF Admission: Gold coin - door sales only
Children/students $10 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
Ticket includes tea of your choice.
21 I Tussock Country 2020MLT Music Roundup
Mataura Licensing Trust bars and restaurants open their doors to lovers of country music.
Pick your favourite band or venue and settle in, or venue hop and catch them all. You choose!
Friday 29 May I All events are free entry
Guitar Talk: Nick Brightwell
5.30pm - 7.30pm I Howl at the Moon Café Bar, 34 Medway Street, Gore
Country At Heart: Kylie Harris, Kayla Mahon
6.00pm - 8.00pm I Heartland Hotel Croydon, 100 Waimea Street, Gore
Family friendly. Buffet-style meals from 5.00pm
Before The Ride: Allan Baron, Peter Cairns, Ron Mitchell
6.30pm - 7.30pm I Longford Tavern Bar, 29 Hamilton Street, Gore
The Southern Hayride: Reg McTaggart & Friends
7.30pm I Jessie’s - Longford Function Centre, 29 Hamilton Street, Gore
Rock The Country: The Lovers & Jaydin Shingleton
8.00pm - 11.00pm I Traffers Bar, 18 Hokonui Drive, Gore
The Falls Night: The Possum Pickers & Friends
8.00pm - 11.00pm I The Falls Hotel, 151 Main Street, Mataura
Beer ‘N Boots: Simon Thompson & Friends
8.30pm I The Thomas Green, 30 Medway Street, Gore
www.tussockcountry.nz I 22The Topp Twins
Lynda and Jools - aka the Topp Twins, are New Zealand national treasures who have
performed around the world as an original comedy-music duo for more than 25 years.
The twins re-invent themselves on stage, changing character, musical style and gender
with ease. They have had their own award-winning prime-time TV series, most recently
Topp Country (TVNZ), released many albums and children’s audiobooks, been inducted
into the NZ Music Hall of Fame, received the New Zealand Order of Merit and Honorary
Doctorates and featured in a documentary film about their lives, which became a
worldwide hit.
They have unparalleled broad appeal, regularly performing at corporate events, theatres,
stadiums, Festivals and A&P shows where they are often mobbed by adoring audiences.
Friday 29 May I 7.00pm
St James Theatre, 61 Irk Street, Gore
Admission: $60 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
23 I Tussock Country 2020Luke O’Shea and Friends
Laureate, Australian Singer-Songwriter, Luke O’Shea carries on the proud and ancient
tradition of singing up country. Drawing inspiration from the humorous and heart-breaking,
O’Shea crafts and delivers his celebrated songs to connect with his audiences on a surprising
deeper level.
Throughout his 25 years of making music, Luke has won prestigious awards including
9 Golden Guitars, 2 APRA Country Song of the Year and twice been named the Australian
Independent Artist of the Year. With eight albums and numerous chart successes, Luke’s
songs and lyrics have also been included in the New South Wales and Victoria Higher
School Certificate (HSC) curriculum.
Saturday 30 May I 5.30pm Dinner I 7.00pm Show
Gore District Memorial RSA, 12 Bowler Avenue, Gore
Admission:
Dinner & Show $50 + BF Ticket includes a 2 course buffet meal.
Show Only $20 + BF
from www.iticket.co.nz
For more information visit: www.lukeoshea.com
www.tussockcountry.nz I 24McDonough Contracting Green Bird Café Session
Truck Show As the festival nears the end why don’t you
Popular with children and adults alike, you can come along before the Senior New Zealand
get up close to the magnificently spruced-up Gold Guitar Award finals? The Green Bird Café
trucks in the morning, and enjoy a BBQ, Session at the Thomas Green is the place
market stalls and entertainment from 9.00am. to be! Musicians from all over NZ gather to
Then head along to Main Street to embrace sing a few acoustics tunes, it’s a real treat to
the energy and noise of the spectacular truck see so much talent in one venue. So come
parade before winners are announced and along and listen, be spoiled by the food,
prizes awarded. drinks and entertainment!
Saturday 30 May Sunday 31 May I 4.30pm - 6.30pm
The Thomas Green,
Truck Viewing 30 Medway Street, Gore
Transport Repairs Yard,
Falconer Road, Gore I from 9.00am Admission: Free
Parade
Main Street, Gore I 2.00pm
Prizegiving
Traffers Bar, Gore I 4.00pm
25 I Tussock Country 2020MLT Showcase and
Hands of Fame Induction
This event is a variety concert featuring a range of artists that have travelled to Gore to partici-
pate in the festival. Expect the unexpected.
The MLT NZ Gold Guitar Award senior sections auditions ticket covers entry to this event.
Hands of Fame: As a tribute to honour people who’ve made a significant contribution to
New Zealand country music, a Hands of Fame was established by the Gore Country Music
Club in 1992.
Over the years wonderful artists have been honoured with a handprint cast in concrete
at the Hands of Fame including Kenny Rogers, Slim Dusty, Patsy Rigger, Garner Wayne
Suzanne Prentice, Ricky Skaggs and Jade Hurley.
This year Kylie Harris and Paddy Long will be inducted into the Hands of Fame.
Sunday 31 May I 3.00pm
Gore Town & Country Club Stadium, 9 Bury Street, Gore
Admission: MLT NZ Gold Guitar Award senior sections auditions ticket
covers entry to this event (see page 20).
www.tussockcountry.nz I 26GO STAY
Accommodation during the festival fills
up quickly. For help finding somewhere
to stay, contact the Gore Visitor Centre.
Phone 03 203 9288
GO EAT
Gore’s eateries cater for all palates
and budgets. Some of them will
have live music.
GO DO
Sample ‘Old Hokonui’ whiskey at the
Hokonui Moonshine Museum, swim or
skate at the Gore Multisports Complex,
or take a tiger moth flight in Mandeville.
GO SEE
The Eastern Southland Gallery is home
of the internationally significant John
Money Collection, Ralph Hotere Gallery
and a diverse programme of exhibitions.
COME BACK
Other major events include the Hokonui
Fashion Design Awards on 24-25 July 2020
and the Hokonui Moonshiners’ Festival,
in February 2021.
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