The Waterrunners plus Charley Castle and the Boys in the Well

WHAT A FEAST OF MUSIC!

THE WATER RUNNERS

are an award-winning contemporary Australian folk band from Kiama and Gerringong on the South Coast of New South Wales (Dharawal Country). Known for their bluegrass-infused sound, strong songwriting, and engaging live shows, they craft music that celebrates Australian stories, people, and landscapes.

The Water Runners have received widespread recognition for their songwriting and performances, including:

🏆 Tamworth Songwriters Association – Country Blues Award for “Viking” (2026 Tamworth Country Music Festival)

🏆 Capital Country Music Association National Songwriter of the Year for “Last Train from Central” (2026)

🏆 Australian Bush Balladeers Association – Music Excellence Award for their video “Shelter”, filmed at Jamberoo Pub and surrounds (2026)

🏆 Runners-Up, People’s Choice Award – Australian Folk Alliance / Folk Alliance Australia (2025)

🏆 Best Band & Runner-Up (Open Category) – Australian National Busking Championships, (2020)

Their song “Turn Down The Heat” was also selected by UNICEF to promote the State of the World’s Children Report, highlighting their impact beyond the stage.

Bruce Elder On the album Further Down the Road

I think it is great fun with a truly local spin. I don’t think I have ever heard a recording that more overtly screams out “this is live, live, live. Sing along everyone … and maybe even get up and dance."

Bruce Elder-retired journalist with The Sydney Morning Herald. Publisher of Aussie Towns online.

CHARLEY CASTLE AND THE BOYS IN THE WELL

Charley Castle leads her Boys to a fresh strain of Australian bluegrass. String band-style, with tight-stack harmonies, driving instrumentals, and a uniquely feminine voice, the group are a truly infectious addition to the modern landscape.

Winners of Australia's biggest busking competition (Tamworth Country Music Festival 2025), they have spent the past two years kicking up dust, touring Australia top to bottom.

A decorated songwriter, Charley writes heartfelt songs populated by the places she's known. With mandolin, double bass, guitar, and a down under flavour, she's making real waves.

Better get yourself down to the bar.......again!!

Venue: Teddy's Bar, North Gong Hotel

Doors open : 7.00pm

Show Starts: 7,30pm