BONY MOUNTAIN RADIO PRESENTERS!
Apologies for our Radio-currently off the air! We are hoping to get it back up & running soon! but please stay tuned- here on our Web Site for updates! new email- normaoharamurphy@gmail.com
Thank you for your messages since we started this- appreciate any feedback- love to hear your suggestions- and we are excited to be able to bring your music to our listeners all over the world! Some of our listeners- who sent messages -
JOHN DOWLING- COUNTY CARLOW- thanks John & welcome aboard! big welcome to Kathleen & Neil-Joanna & Gordie Scotland! several listeners in USA-enjoying our Aussie content!
We welcome our Listeners in Australia - USA- Canada- Germany- Scotland-Ireland-UK- Asia- China - or anywhere you are tuned in!
TANYA & FAMILY- BUNDARRA -NSW -thanks for listening! JUNE -TAMWORTH- thanks for being a regular listener!
JOHN & PAT from KIllarney
Kathleen Thomkins - Ireland
Gina & Jack from Lightning Ridge- September -keep up the good work!
Henry & Val - Bathurst- keep it coming-love it. September
Graham & Jessie -Enjoy hearing Norma on Mondays! Sept
Thanks for tuning in !
NORMA & SLIM - IN TAMWORTH! -Slim's music is a favourite on Bony Mountain Radio.
NEW RELEASES-FOR 2020
We have an overload of talent in this Country-but so many artists get no Airplay- get very little exposure-our Country still has a cringe factor in regard to our grass roots Bush Ballads-and most artists unless they can afford to tour-never really get the exposure- on mainstream. We do boast a few Gold Guitar winners (regular artists) on the Festival-and on Bony Mountain Radio- guess I am one of those- But outside that Tamworth bubble- quite a few artists have carved out their own niche! Eight Ball has done very well with exposure-in the mainstream -but a lot of Bands/Artists are not prepared to pursue all that? I can relate to that-it is a huge thing to tour Overseas- do the travel-uproot yourself -it is a life changer- but I admire anyone who can make the transistion- but in the meantime Bony Mountain Radio are proud to promote and support all . Please send your latest releases to our Programmer- Phil- Bony Mountain Music -30 Duff RD. Bony Mountain Qld 4370 - email philbuddle@gmail.com - Phil's phone- 0492 863 964 PICTURED (right) DUBBO TURNER- BUSH POET/LOCAL CHARACTER! playing Dubbos poetry- on my Program!
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EIGHT BALL AITKIN
A VERY TALENTED AUSSIE DOIN' IT IN THE USA! New release coming soon-Eight Ball is doin' us proud in the USA- working-recording in Nashville! We will feature his music as it comes in
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LIMERICK CELTIC BAND
A DELIGHTFUL AUSSIE CELTIC BAND- with a collection of classics & some great original touches- this bunch look like a real fun group & look forward to bringing them to Bony Mountain!
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WESTERN SUNTONES
FROM THE FAR WEST-WA- A great bunch of blokes making some great music-love this album- LongWay From Home -love to bring them to The Mountain sometime!
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SHARON HEASLIP
New album coming -looking forward to hearing it! Sharon is a delightful artist-and a very dedicated Aussie artist- doing a lot of touring-
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JOHN ELLIOT -
One of our founding Presenters- and a great Presenter- ex President of RainbowFM- Warwick- now living in Killarney- puts on a great show- of Hits-Easy listening- through the week- plus Sat-
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NORMA O'HARA MURPHY
Norma's very first album- all remixed/remastered-and it stands up so well- considering it was recorded back in 1982- remix-to digital in 2003- Norma is very proud of this collection. And some of these tracks will be included on -RODEO COLLECTION- coming soon.
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NORMA O'HARA MURPHY
Norma is excited to merge the Festival & the Radio. A live streaming 24 hr Radio- created to go hand in hand with the Festival & as a promotional tool . Supporting our artists- and artists who do not get main stream support. featuring mainly Aussie music- but celebrating all good Country music.
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GARY FOGARTY
Gary is a Master at presenting our wonderful Festival program -but also a Master poet- you will hear him on Bony Mountain Radio.
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DONNIE MAHER
Donnie is a local icon here in Warwick area- President of local Community Radio for over 20 years. A dedicated lover of Country music & much loved Presenter. Does several shows- Weds -Sunday morning- also 6pm -days vary! Tuesday- 6PM -
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PHIL BUDDLE
Our President & Programmer- both Phil & John are the ones who got all this started- a lot of work getting the links-up & running. Phil loves the easy Listening bracket & weekdays from 2pm- tune in
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DIANNE LINDSAY & PETER SIMPSON.
From an iconic CM Family-the Daughter of Reg Lindsay & Heather McKean- Dianne & Peter present a real down to earth Bush Ballad show! A dedicated pair & very entertaining! Tune in WEDS 9AM - Fridays 9AM.
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MANFRED VIJARS (Manny)
Manfred is our Photographer- our Poet- and contributes a lot of our Promos- for the Festival!
We anticipate (travels with Manny) will go to air soon.
BONY MOUNTAIN RADIO- LIVE STREAMING NOW!
Click on link above for radio
Coming to you live from Bony Mountain! in the heart of the Darling Downs! CLICK ON THE LINK- NOW PLAYING -BEST OF COUNTRY MUSIC! Music playing 24 hours a day- tune in anytime- special shows- Monday mornings from 8AM- Norma O'Hara Murphy. Tuesdays- Phil from 2pm- Easy Listening- John Elliot- from 4pm- Donnie from 6pm -.Dianne Lindsay & Peter Simpson- (Bush Balladeers) Weds-& Thurs mornings - 10am- there will be specials- TBA - scroll down this page. please send requests- to Phil- - Programs. philbuddle@optusnet.com.au or phone - 0492-863-964
Cheers Norma (updated May 27)
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NORMA O'HARA MURPHY
Norma one of our Presenters-Norma'shows- Monday & Thursday from 8AM. A mix of Celtic/Country-
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STRINGLOADED
Congratulations to Stringloaded- winners -of Australian Celtic Artist of the year for 2020. Often featured on Bony Mountain Radio.
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ERROL GRAY
Has a new Country/Comedy album out- we will be featuring it this coming month- Doesn't get much more Aussie than Errol!
NEWS FLASH- BONY MOUNTAIN RADIO LIVE STREAMING NOW!
We finally have our (link) our live streaming Radio- Bony Mountain Radio-Go to top of this page & follow the (link). our own Radio station supporting our Bony Mountain Folk Festival & all Aussie artists. The old classics- the exciting new music ! so much talent out there that never gets airplay- never gets heard. You will hear it on Bony Mountain Radio- we are planning a Gospel Show every Sunday. Saturday night Country- from 6pm until midnite- featuring the best of the best . This will include American classics- like Willie-Johnny Cash- Merle Haggard- Our Legends show- every Friday night- with Australian /American/all Country music Legends.Even a Jazz program once we get up & running- a Blues Program- ? Folk/Blues/Bluegrass/Gospel/Country/Celtic/ and the movie classics! All Programs will be locked over next 2 weeks- And we are coming to you live from Bony Mountain- you will be able to tune in from anywhere -and join us ! Luv Norma XXX Go to the link at top of this page!
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NORMA O'HARA MURPHY
Bony Mountain Festival is held on Norma's property on the Darling Downs Qld. A real taste of the bush- and a perfect way to spend a great week of Fun-music-Campfires & good mates!
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NORMA & CINDY
Cindy is President of Norma's (Friends of) Club) based in Werris Creek-- they have supported Norma for many years & continue to do so.
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Norma & Phil
Phil & Norma have been a great team- mates for over 30 years- Phil has supported Norma's career-been Soundman- Manager- Road crew ! now Program Manager & presenter on Bony Mountain Radio.
John Dowling County Carlow- Ireland
Love listening of a Monday-all the way from Ireland- great Radio Station! well done John
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Thanks to all of our Presenters- but Donnie & John- do a fantastic job- coming through with their (live) shows from Glen Innes1 welcome all
Roger & Alice Prentice SA
Tuning in -sounds great! Roger and Alice
Anne McIntosh
Disappointed to have missed last two Bony Mountain Festival's...so hoping to be there this year!
Norma O''Hara Murphy
look forward to you coming this year Anne- I've sent you more info! Luv Norma xxx
Jenny easey
Please keep me updated on your event. I would love to come. Directions?
Norma O''Hara Murphy
Hi Jenny- no worries sent you an email! luv Norma xxx
Laurie Bransom
What are the dates and the cost cant find on your web site. we will be in a caravan Thank you Laurie
Norma O''Hara Murphy
Hi Laurie-sent you all the info- see you in September! Luv Norma xxx
George and Kaye Stone Echuca
love your festival-see you in september Love George and Kaye Echuca
John Bretz
What is the cost to stay for the whole week,and are there showers available or only toilets,and how far away is top up water for the van
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Dudley returns this year with his amazing (Slim Dusty) mobile exhibition! so thrilled because it is so appropriate here at Bony Mountain !
Norma
Same cost for all Campers- no Camping or extra charges. $120 pp- Showers available at Sandy Creek Pub- 10 mns away. $5 per shower. Toilets onsite- water for vans- onsite- Dump Point this year!
Joseph Matovu
To The Festival Team,
Hope you having a good start to the new year. My name is Joseph the African Drummer. I request to come and perform at your festival. I do interactive African drumming , singin
Helen and Grant Simons SA
Congrats Norma and team best Festival ever! see you in 2019 Love Helen and Grant
Norma O''Hara Murphy
many thanks for all your lovely feedback! hope to catch some of you in Tamworth-my final shows! Luv Norma xxx
Lucy and Sam Fleming
Fabulous festival. this has only been our second, due to family situations and illness. We will never miss another one.
Norma O''Hara Murphy
Thanks so much for your comments-most appreciated! see you next year! Luv Norma & team xxx
June Bellenger
Very enjoyable Feasival Norma thank you
Norma
Thanks June- love having you all here! Happy Xmas to you & yours Luv XX
John Bretz
Could you please tell me the dates (proposed or locked in) for the 2019 Festival.Heard about it last night and cant believe that we have never been.
Warren and Lorraine Moodie
Excellent Music Muster. One of the best for sure and we do 10 a year.
Warren and Lorraine Moodie
Also the best food we’ve ever had at a Muster
kay hinds
Just a pointer Many of the patrons travel from one venue to the next and it is disappointing to have the singers sing the same song both days at show then again at next venue same song repeated
Norma O''Hara Murphy
Hi Kay- that is a choice the artists make- but duly noted- I personally never repeat my songs-only if requested! Norma
kay Hinds
If you had reasonably priced accommodation we would stay on site. Disappointed the camp oven cooking couldn't go ahead as that type of meal suits me WE travelled from Bundaberg Your whole show was ve
Norma
Unfortunately- fire restrictions & very dry conditions -did limit our outdoor cooking! beyond our control
kay Hinds
hi Just answering your questionair. Congratulations on a wonderful festival My friend and I heard about you by the Coads at the Bundy Muster We enjoyed the whole show and wasn't sure about the Hill
Norma
Thank you for attending- have had wonderful feedback! but then we get that every year! we try to create something special & unique here! some big surprises next year! Luv Norma XXX
Mary Gilshenan
Do early bird prices still apply or what is cost for 13 -16th including camping please?
Gaye thomas
Have just seen you on facebook and would love to come, please advise if still camping space and what facilities ( toilet showers) and any power. Kind thanks Gaye
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Hi Gaye- plenty of space! book on Web Site or pay at gate! email- noharamurphy@optusnet.com.au
Matt
Hi there,
Our band beatnik empire is looking for venues to play at and are wishing to express interest to play at your festival. If it’s a possibility I can send links. Thank you for your time.
Kylie
Hi this sounds like great fun do you hold workshops there also we teach silver ring workshops 😀
Kylie
That'll be great thanks norma
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Hi Kylie-yes if you wish! I will send you an email! Norma xx
Kylie
Are there applications to hold workshops?
Norma O'Hara Murphy
We have lots of stuff here-not sure about that- but come & see for yourself! Luv Norma xxx
todd kimmorley
we would love to attend your event please as a stall holder we have attended many folk festivals
www.facebook.com/rastaandrainbows
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Welcome Todd- looking forward to your Lolly Shop! Luv Norma XXX
brett allan
directions please....would love to go!!
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Hi Brett- go to our (how to find us) page-with GPS coordinates etc- hope you make it! Cheers Norma xxx
Hook family Hastings
Wow! can't wait have been a Slim fan all my life-Graeme Hook Victoria
Jill and co from Ipswich
we'll be there! love your music Jill and co
Gar Mac Leman
Never see the musicians application stuff on the site. Shame, I like the are and pass through there often enough on my way to other festivals etc
Norma
Hi Gary- I should set up an application page I guess- I get a bit swamped as it is! but love to have you here sometime! cheers Norma
Sylvie
Please send me any follow up information. Would love to be there 2018.
Gar Mac Leman
Thanks Norma, hopefully see you there at some stage eh. All the best...
Norma
Hi Sylvie-have sent you a flyer and email Luv Norma xx
Cesar Augusto Cortona
I have a food stall that sells Hawaiian Poke and I’m intersted to be part of you festival.
Check us out @mahalopokebowls on instagram
Norma
Hi Cesar- sounds yummy- what is hawaiian poke? cheers XX
Cheryl Anderson
When can we book a campsite for his wonderful festival in 2018?
Norma
Hi Cheryl- bookings are open now-go to Bony Mountain Shop on web site-I'll send you a flyer! Luv Norma xx
Cesar Augusto Cortona
How do I apply to have a food stall at your festival
Norma
Hi Cesar- send an email -to address below Norma
Gar Mac Leman
How does apply to play at your fantastic looking festival?
Norma
Send me your details via email- noharamurphy@optusnet.com.au -but we have all our 2018 artists Cheers Norma
Tom Wates Brisbane Qld
Shane coming ,wow big fan! Tom wates Brisbane
Goldie
Hi,
Was just wondering when artists applications open and close and where I could find an application form.
Many Thanks,
Goldie
Yanni
Hi
My band SugaTree would love to play at your festival in 2018.
Please go to www.sugatree.com.au to hear and see our music.
Thanks
Yanni
0419592594
Yanni
Hi there
Carolyn McSweeny
forgot Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Norma and team
Carolyn McSweeny
Bony Mountain Festival and the lovely Norma are just the best - we will be there in 2018 xx
Joseph and Rose kitch SA
happy xmas to the festival team and much love Joseph and Rose
Graeme and Jean Stuart (nomads)
another triumph for you all we loved it all see you next year love Graeme and Jean
Lyn
What time do the gates open for day visits?
Is there a program for Friday
Norma
Our gates open 9am- every day. Program going up now - Cheers Norma
Norma
Hi Paula- yes at the gate! you all get a free program- any urgent details- call me on- 07-46674604. running late as always- last minute things! Luv Norma XX
Pam dooner
Is there a fire ban on
Norma
Hi Pam, there could be restrictions around the camps ! but our main fire drums are covered, it is dry everywhere at present! Luv Norma xxx
joe & Ingrid Mevissen
had a great time last year and will be back again this year. thank you for putting on such a fantastic concert.
Norma
Hi Paula- our Toilets are serviced daily-& he collects the cartridges! all good Luv Norma xx
Col & Therese Phipps
Hi Norma,
We have just paid into your account for the 14 -15 - 16 & 17 Aug. We have a 23ft Van, looking forward to seeing you there
Col
Debbie Bird
Hi Norma,
Just wondering if you could send me an actual program for the weekend please. We may not be able to attend everyday, so would like to choose!
Regards Deb.
Lynne Sheppard
Restlessmusic.com.au will find Penny and Roger. I am pretty sure their headquarters are in Stanthorpe.
Lynne Sheppard
We are booked to camp at the festival and am curious is there Optus mobile reception in your area? Also, have you thought of inviting Penny Davies and Roger Ilott to perform? They are sort of locals.
Norma
Yes I have- but I need to find them? I agree they are great, yes top reception here for both internet & phones! Luv Norma XX
Wayne and Julie Kerr
Probably written somewhere but can't find it, does the camping ground areas have toilets/showers or do you have to be 100% self sufficient?
Norma
We have plenty of porta loos- hot showers next door! have sent you an email! Luv Norma XX
Sheryl Callender
Where do I book
Norma
our contact number- 07-46674 604- or book by email- noharamurphy@optusnet.com.au
Joan & Neville Sims
when does busking start Joan
Norma
Busking begins on weekend -15th Sept, goes all weekend. winners announced Sunday after lunch! Norma XX
Lukas Kulda
Hello, we have a great stall and we would love to be involved. Is there an application? or whats the best way to introduce our products to you?
Thank you for your time.
Michelle Roberts
what dates this year please Michelle Roberts
Norma
Dates are same as always - 15-16-17 Sept, gates open on Sept 11th for a week of Walk UPs, camping, campfires! Luv Norma xx
Janet and Clifford Parsons
see you in september janet and clifford
Norma
HAPPY EASTER TO YOU! Luv Norma XX
Norma
Big shout out to all flood victims! we hope you are all recovering! Luv Norma
NORMA
OUR DATES ARE SEPTEMBER 15-16-17 OUR GATES OPEN ON SEPT 11TH. EARLY BIRD DEALS! FREE DVD,
Jo
When, can't find a date. Do I have to Google this.
Norma O'Hara Murphy
Hi Jo -dates are as follows- September -15-16-17 - gates open Sept 11th , I'll send you newsletter! thanks Norma XX
Jenny Evans
Looks great and I hope to get there in 2017
Lois Gilbey
Hello, Newbie here. I take it there is no power to caravan sites. Do you have shower & toilets & how far would they be from a caravan. Are generators allowed. Lois
Peter Ison
sheila lorraine
Hi do you have an email address or contact number please
Marilyn & John Booth SA
can't wait coming again Love Marilyn & John
Jenny and Graham Keen Singleton
love the pipe bands dancers everyone really congrats on a top show! Jenny and Graham Keen
Kerry and Greg Peterson
thanks for a fantastic week! great time-see ya next year! Love Kerry and Greg
Debbie BIRD
Hi Norma,
or email me one,Deb.
We visit every year, just would like to see a program as we can't come for whole weekend. Please put one up on your website!
janet Heath
Could we have the date for festival 2015
Suzie
is there a talent section?
Jenny
Hello Everyone, I am hoping to get there to the Little Festival In The Bush. Can anyone please tell me how much the festival is to attend. Thanks
Robyn Monaghan
Has any one got a photo of the Warwick Choral Society singing at the opening of the music festival? As we would like a copy to put on our Facebook page.
John & Shirl Chase Ipswich
wow! our 1st time at bony mountain we'll be back, what a fabulous show! thank you John & Shirl Chase Ipswich
MURPHY'S PIGS
G'day Norma,
We had a great time up at Bony Mountain. Very relaxed and great fun. So happy to have been a part of it. The crew were fantastic. The people too.
Graham & Angie Summers Geelong
loved it all best yet ! congrats to you all Love Graham & Angie
Bob Wilson
Hi Norma and Gang
Have just arrived home after a fantastic weekend of entertainment. My 1st time
Can't wait till next year.
Bob Wilson Nambour QLD
Shirley Wilkinson
Wow! The performers were amazing...couldn't keep still. Thanks to Norma, all campers & the hard working volunteers 4 making this week so enjoyable. Loved it!
June
Hi Norma
Wishing you and all the campers a wonderful and successful Festival 2014!
Camped among the gum trees, music all around waken to the parrots singing!
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Caroline & Graeme Stuart SA
coming weds on the road now looking forward to it Love Caroline and Graeme xx
kaylene carkeet
hi norma this is polly I will be there this year and hope to bring a few others that work at the nurseing home hope you and phil are doing great
Joyce & Graham Booth WA
Norma -we are on our way been up the gulf, love it -see you soon Love Joyce & Graham xx
Janet & Tim Brooks Adelaide
we love Bony Mountain-best Festival we've been to Love Janet & Tim xxx
michele
interested in doing your show festivaletc thanks we have leather saddlery western wear gear and other types of stuff thanks michele ron foley 07 38022214 040042
Gearge & Mary Cleal from Mt Gambier
Hi Norma ,congrats -just love the campfires! see you then LOL George & Mary
Jammo
looking forward to Festival Norma.
Judy and Trevor Knight Perth
how about all this rain its just great we are coming again but on the road now we send our love to you all Cheers Judy and Trevor xxx
Chris & Ken Sharp Gawler
very dry here too hope we all get rain,looking forward to coming again Love Chris & Ken xxx
Janet & Gary Hayden Maryborough
love your birds,bit noisy though! we love the birds on your place, see you in Sept, Love Janet & Gary VIC xx
Jean & Monty Graeme SA
Hi Norma and team, great photo's can't wait Love Jean & Monty xxx