General News
15 April, 2025
Unique festival done for another year
Wimmera Steampunk Festival has once again drawn crowds from far and wide, celebrating the unique experience it has to offer.
Lloyd Street was bustling with energy as food trucks and distilleries showcased their best meals and beverages.
The main stage featured performances by local bands, magic and illusions by Luke Blaze and the headline act of Mitch Tambo.
Aerial artist Jo-Mari Pretorius amazed crowds with her elegant movements while stilt-walker Brendan Evans cruised the streets, posing for photos.
Fire artist Scarab captivated audiences as they twirled and played with fire.
Projections were thrown onto the Dimboola Imaginarium and The Wonderland in Tower Park saw many pass through for the Magic of Metals Show as well as to test themselves against the mirror maze.
Train shuttle services were offered by Seymour Heritage Train Centre between Horsham and Dimboola on a regular schedule.
The night ended with Tambo entertaining the crowd, filling the dance floor with people enjoying his covers and original music.
On Sunday, costumed attendees enjoyed a high tea at the historic Serviceton Station while others stayed in town to enjoy the last performance of 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street'.
