September 4, 2026 — 3:00am

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Since 1972, the Pilbara town of Karratha has held an annual fête known to locals as the FeNaclNG Festival.

Originally started as a fundraiser for the Karratha Lion’s Club to support local community projects, the family friendly carnival-like event has grown over the years to celebrate its 54th anniversary in 2026.

While locals love the Pilbara’s answer to a classic agricultural show, one of the first things newcomers or out-of-towners notice about the festival is its unusual name.

“FeNaClNG” – mind the…

Read the full article at SMH.COM.AU