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Cygnet Folk Festival 8-10 January 2027

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Applications to perform at the 2026 Cygnet Folk Festival have now closed.

Notice of Annual General Meeting

The Huon Folk Inc (Cygnet Folk Festival) Annual General Meeting will be held:

Monday 13th April

Huon Valley Hub (23-25 Main St Huonville)

5:30 – 6:30 PM

Please Note: There will be a Special Resolution proposed.

SPECIAL RESOLUTION:

That the Constitution of Huon Folk Inc ("the Association") be amended, by special resolution, by inserting the following new clause:

"39. Gift Fund

The Association must establish, maintain, and control a fund, to be designated the "Cygnet Folk Festival Gift Fund".
The sole purpose of the Gift Fund is to receive and administer all gifts of money or property for the objects and purposes of the Association.
The Gift Fund must not receive any money or money received because of such gifts (for example, interest) or property other than that provided by way of gift under subrule (2).
The Association must set up and maintain separate accounting records for the Gift Fund, which clearly identify all gifts made under subrule (2) and any money received because of those gifts (such as interest).
On behalf of the Association, the Treasurer, or their delegate, must:

receive any gift made under subrule (2);
immediately after receiving the gift, issue an official ATO compliant receipt to the donor; and
cause the money or property donated, as the case may be, to be paid into or credited to the Gift Fund as soon as practicable after it is received.

If the Association is wound up, or the Association ceases to be endorsed as a deductible gift recipient under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997, any assets of the Gift Fund remaining after satisfaction of any liabilities of the Gift Fund must, as soon as practicable, be transferred to another fund, authority or institution with a similar charitable purpose:

has similar objects and purposes to the Association; and
is endorsed as a deductible gift recipient under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.”

Please contact the committee via info@cygnetfolkfestival.org to RSVP (by the 6th April) or if you have any questions.

Another marvellous Cygnet Festival over, rather sadly. It's such a rich menu of delights, and there's never enough time to catch everything, but it's always loads of fun. Stand outs for me included the Estonian performers, Silver Sepp and Kristiina Ehin.

Therese Virtue OAM

So many fond memories of the Cygnet festival and friends. Looks to be a treat this year as well. I'll be watching for all your photos and stories from 2025! xo

Terri Lukacko

Set in Tasmania's picturesque Huon Valley, the Cygnet Folk Festival is one of Australia's most iconic music festivals. It is a gem of a festival. One of the best!

Michael Thomsen

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The Cygnet Folk Festival is one of Australia’s most iconic folk music festivals. Very highly regarded by musicians and festival-goers from all over Australia and overseas, competition to come to Cygnet is at an all time high amongst performers, and last year we had a record number of applications! The Festival is a showcase of eclectic music genres featuring both local and international talent, dance, poetry, masterclasses, film, kids' entertainment, food, wine, art and local handicrafts all set in the breathtaking scenery of Tasmania's Huon Valley.

Musicians and volunteers plan their annual holidays around coming to Cygnet in January each year and many come from interstate and overseas especially to be part of this wonderful event. The incredible talent of local and visiting musicians is celebrated over the January weekend and we are proud that so many amazing performers and festival goers take part in what the Festival has to offer each year.

The Cygnet Folk Festival began in 1982 and is a not-for-profit community event organised by a volunteer management committee (Huon Folk Inc), a paid Festival Manager & Artistic Director and many dedicated people volunteering their time and expertise. Huon Folk Inc is open to membership as an incorporated association.

Cygnet has a population of less than 1,600 people and for such a small community, the Festival is impressive in its size, scope and quality. The Festival attracts thousands of visitors every year. A rich cultural community event, the Festival provides entertainment to a wide audience of Festival attendees, making people smile, providing opportunities and a springboard for young musicians, opportunities for local businesses, and new friendships.

The aims of the Festival are: To offer folk, ethno, world, singer-songwriter, roots and acoustic music, dance, poetry and workshops from local, national and international artists. To encourage interest in and awareness of folk music and associated activities to people of diverse ages and backgrounds. To provide support and opportunities to young musicians. To foster mutually beneficial relationships with the local community, businesses and associations.