Hundreds lined the streets of Gulgong on June 11 as the town hosted another successful Henry Lawson Festival.
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In combination with Gulgong's 150th celebrations, the event brought life to the otherwise quiet country town.
From uphill wheel burrow racing on Herbert Street, to market stalls with items made by local crafters, to the ever-popular street parade, there was a plethora of activities on offer.
"The ball on Saturday night was an outstanding success, it went better than expected.There were a lot of expats of Gulgong who came to the ball, and a total of 85 people," Gulgong Henry Lawson Festival publicity officer, Joy Harrison said.
"Saturday we had the biggest crowd ever. They were six deep watching the parade.
"All in all it was a very successful weekend."
In among the crowd on Saturday were few dressed in their historical best including Amelia Sauerbrier, Sue McKie, Catherine Gaudry and David Warner who brought the style of many moons ago to our 21st century eyes.
After two years absent due to COVID-19, the three-day festival was the event's return.
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Jay-Anna Sleeman
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
Reporter for the Western Advocate. First began as a sports journalist with ACM in 2018 before moving on to cover news and court.
