Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival

The Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival has been running for over 20 years and is an annual

event that serves as an opportunity to showcase and celebrate the rich heritage of this

town. The oyster farming industry of Karuah is well known both locally and outside of our

region however what is not so well known are the strong links to the timber industry. Many

residents in and around Karuah have a family history in oyster farming, fishing, forestry and

timber milling. The wood chop events at the festival attract a high calibre of entrants each

year and are extremely popular with spectators.

The festival is a family affair with the children's fishing competition, our "duck race" and the

oyster eating competition catering for many ages.