Spinifex Spree Carnival

Just announced - LIVE at the Spinifex Spree!

Siobhan Cotchin 

Get ready for raw emotion, powerful vocals, and country-rock energy as Siobhan Cotchin takes the stage! 

Fresh off national tours with Matchbox Twenty and Goo Goo Dolls, this multi award winning singer-songwriter is making waves with her gut punching anthems and fearless performances. Siobhan blends country grit with pop-rock edge, creating songs that hit hard and stick with you.

With airplay across Triple J, chart-topping singles like Ghost Of Us, and festival appearances at Laneway, Blues & Roots and more — she's one of Australia's most exciting rising stars.

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Sophian

SOPHIAN is a Perth-based indie alt-rock band known for their chimey guitars, heartfelt lyrics, and feel-everything energy. Blending the warmth of Coldplay’s Parachutes with the modern edge of artists like Gang of Youths and Noah Kahan, their songs explore love, growth, identity, and resilience, all with the aim of helping people feel seen and connected.

With national tours, a WAM Award, and a Triple J Unearthed feature under their belt, SOPHIAN is quickly becoming one of Western Australia’s most compelling and emotionally resonant live acts. 

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SOPHIAN

Local Performers

Courtney Rose

With a sound that blends traditional country roots with contemporary influences, Courtney draws inspiration from artists such as Johnny Cash, Keith Urban, and Carrie Underwood, creating a unique style that resonates with listeners. 

Tommy Gun

 Drawing inspiration from rock and punk icons such as Metallica, Airbourne, The Offspring, Volbeat, and Nickelback, Tommy’s music blends old-school energy with a modern twist.

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Elephant and the Coffee Table

I have been inspired of the local surroundings and the beauty of the Northwest of Australia. There's a connection that you form with the region that makes it hard to leave. Most of the songs have been written in the natural elements, surrounded by nature and hopefully it comes through to tithe listener. 

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Kirk Lenton

Kirk is an acoustic guitarist and vocalist based in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. For the past 20 years, he’s entertained audiences with intimate, ballad-style interpretations of well-known folk, rock, and pop songs.

Declan Pocock

Declan is a talented young performer with an impressive list of achievements. He’s a two time winner of Hedland’s Got Talent, and has taken on lead roles in local productions including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and SpongeBob: The Musical with HATCH (Hedland Amateur Theatre Company).

Mr Widdy

David Clarke, known by his stage name Mr. Widdy, is a proud Yawuru, Nyul Nyul, and Yamatji man from Port Hedland/Marapikurrinya (Kariyarra Country). With a voice that blends the soft grace of gentle rain with the warmth and strength of red dirt country, Mr. Widdy’s music is an invitation to enter a world of sincerity, vulnerability, and artistic beauty.
Known for his original songs and thoughtful covers, Mr. Widdy creates a generous space with his music, often blending indie-folk acoustic guitar with his gorgeous vocals. His sound evokes a strong sense of place, a reflection of his deep connection to his cultural roots and his journey as a queer BIPOC artist in the city of Boorloo (Perth).

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FAQS

ACCESSIBILITY 

This event is accessible for attendees in wheelchairs or those using prams. The venue has accessible toilets with baby changing tables, parking facilities and an accessible viewing area at the main stage. 

 Assisted listening devices are available for the entertainment occurring on the main stage. Devices can be requested from the Information Desk. 

A Quiet Zone will be available throughout the event which is free for community members to utilise, this will include sensory activities and headphones.  

Please refer to the Event Map for locations of the above.  

If you have any specific questions in regards to accessibility, please call the Town of Port Hedland Events Team on (08) 9158 9300 or email [email protected] 

ATM FACILITIES 

Vendors are encouraged to provide cash and card payment methods. There are no ATM/cash out facilities available at the event. In the case attendees require cash, the closest ATM is located at the Port Hedland Boulevard Shopping Centre on the corner of McGregor and Wilson Street. 

PETS 

Please keep your pets at home, unfortunately pets will not be allowed to enter the event, with the exception of service animals. 

PARKING 

Due to limited onsite parking, attendees are encouraged to carpool where possible and utilise ride share services. Pick-up/drop-off zone is located in the Main Parking Zone.  

MAIN PARKING 

The Main Parking Zone for the event is located within the Town Oval, with access off McGregor Street near the Port Hedland Skate Park. Please follow onsite signage and instructions from traffic staff to navigate to main parking.  

OVERFLOW PARKING 

Limited overflow parking is available at Milpaku Kuma – Port Hedland Community Centre. Please use the dedicated pedestrian walkway when entering Town Oval from the overflow parking.  

NO ACCESS FROM PORT HEDLAND BOULEVARD 

Please note, there is no event parking or pedestrian access available near Port Hedland Boulevard.  

Please refer to Event Transportation Map for more information on the above. 

TOILETS 

Toilets, including accessible are located near the Stage and in Sideshow Alley. Please refer to the Event Map for locations. 

FOOD & DRINKS 

The event will include an array of local and visiting food and beverage vendors which will be trading throughout the event (unless sold out). 

You can bring your own food however, no glass bottles or containers please. Please note this is a non-BYO event however there will be a licensed Bar onsite near the stage. 

Please note that there will be no free drinking water available at the event. 

NO SMOKING EVENT  

Event attendees are reminded that Spinifex Spree Carnival is a smoke free event, except for the Smoking Area, located near the Stage. Please refer to the Event Map for location. 

SEATING 

A limited number of tables and chairs will be available at the event. Attendees planning on staying at the event for a long duration of time are encouraged to bring their own camp chairs/picnic rugs. 

SHADE 

Shade will be provided in Eat Street and at the Fireworks Viewing Area. If you are attending the event during daylight hours, remember to slip on a long-sleeved shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat, seek shade, slide on sunglasses and ensure you drink plenty of water.  

FIREWORKS 

The fireworks display will commence at 8:00pm on Saturday, 26 July. Pet owners are advised to keep their pets indoors during this time if possible. 

The unexpected noise and bright lights that fireworks produce can cause animal distress. We advise all community members to keep an eye on your pets during the display. Here are some helpful tips for managing your pets: 

• Ensure your pets have exercised and been fed before the display 

• Keep your pets indoors if possible 

• Distract your pets with games/ food 

• Ensure your pets are microchipped in case they run off 

KEEP PORT HEDLAND BEAUTIFUL 

Let’s ‘Do the right thing’ at the Town Oval and surrounds. Please dispose of your litter in the appropriate bins or Containers for Change receptables provided onsite. Funds from containers will be donated to Care for Hedland. 

DUMP POINT 

The Dump Point at Jim Caffey Hall, located off McGregor Street in Port Hedland, will be temporarily closed between Thursday 24th July 2025 and Monday 28th July 2025. 

An alternative dump point is available at the Spoilbank Marina, located on Sutherland Street in Port Hedland. 

APPLICATIONS 

Stallholder applications are now closed – If you have any enquiries, please send an email to [email protected] or call (08) 9158 9300 

INFORMATION AND SAFETY 

If you have any questions, have lost something or someone, or need medical attention, please approach one of our friendly Event Staff or visit the Information Desk. Please refer to the Event Map for the Information Desk location.  

In the event of an emergency follow the directions of Event Staff. 

MEDIA ENQUIRIES 

For media enquiries, please get in contact with us via [email protected] or phone (08) 9158 9300. You can also catch all of the latest Spinifex Spree news by following us on Facebook 

OTHER ENQUIRIES 

If you have any other questions, please call the Town of Port Hedland Events Team on (08) 9158 9300 or email [email protected]