MANY relaxed, smiling folk gathered at a private outdoor venue at Fishermans Reach, a treasured haven just south of Stuarts Point, during Saturday and Sunday of the 2026 Australia Day weekend.
The annual event has humbly become significant in the region, offering a welcome opportunity to avoid the chaotic nightmare of holiday highway commuters.
Billed as “Music at Rob’s”, the free community events featured local bands and performers including Coastal Dave with Greg Lewis, Graham Howle, Rock Up, Loosely Assembled, Bluesville, Rockey Creek Rollers, as well as Simo & The Big Set.
As a very accommodating host, Rob commented, “We have friends and visitors from far and wide staying overnight and I estimate about 200 people, along with their kids and dogs, came along to experience the music, food and fun yesterday, and more are expected to turn up today.”
Rob’s family, friends, helpers and the working property and plant location were fortunate enough to avoid any of the recent volatile stormy situations, though precautions were undertaken to minimise the risks of bushfire or falling timber.
The shared tunes, social warmth and harmony gently escalated from 2pm until late on both days.
Neighbours enjoyed the local ambience and positive energy that is synonymous with a tolerant and supportive environment. The typically tantalising and ubiquitous aromas of an Aussie BBQ were also appreciated.
By Jen HETHERINGTON
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