Mount Isa Events Listings
Lake Moondarra Fishing Classic
The richest freshwater fishing event in Queensland is back with three days of non-stop action! Hosted at picturesque Lake Moondarra, Mount Isa the 2012 Lake Moondarra Fishing Classic promises a weekend packed with fun and excitement for all ages.
Activities commence October 25 with the inaugural special guest slide show, followed by action at the Lake from noon Friday, 26 October; fishing from 6.00 p.m. Action wraps up Sunday, 28 October with the awards presentation, complete with entertainment and the drawing of the Boat Raffle.
Packed into three days will also be special guests, a record prize pool, including a whopping AUD50,000 up for grabs for the angler who snags the infamous Tagged Barra, 30 prize categories and a host of entertainment including a Fireworks Spectacular, Dragon Boat Regatta, beach volleyball, yabby races, casting competitions, live bands, kids activities, and more!
Xstrata Mount Isa Rotary Rodeo
The Xstrata Mount Isa Rotary Rodeo is the largest rodeo in the southern hemisphere, where the romance of the Australian Outback meets the grit of a mining town.
With a packed program of events - saddle bronc riding, bareback bronc riding, bull riding, rope and tie, steer wrestling, team roping, ladies barrel racing and ladies breakaway roping - this year's rodeo is set to be the best yet. Throw in a Mailman Express (horserace), Mardi Gras Street Party, Queen Quest, Best Dressed Premises, live music, show-rides, Fred Brophy’s Boxing Tent and you've got one big party.
During Rodeo Week, Mount Isa's population swells two-fold with travellers from around the country and overseas to witness the thrills, excitement, raw power and courage that is rodeo.
So saddle up, don your best jeans, shine the spurs and grab a cowboy hat.
You're in for one heck of a ride!