The rain of last week was welcome relief across the Western Plains, and despite fears of a cancellation, organisers didn’t let it dampen Saturday night’s Bungle Rumble. 

“It was a bit touch and go because of the weather. Once we got it over the line, it was amazing,” organiser and Chairperson of the Coonabarabran Suicide Prevention Network Kodi Brady said. 

After showers throughout the week and on the day delayed the program, it was a relief when all seven performers made it to the stage and had their time in the spotlight. 

Amongst the performances was headliner Chocolate Starfish, which had brought people from much further afield. 

Despite the rain leaving the crowd a little smaller than expected, with not all 1000 ticket holders not able to make it, Chocolate Starfish still put on quite the show.

“He was amazing. He had kids up on stage with him, he was in the crowd dancing with everyone. Even after his act he was down in the crowd dancing while Ballz N All played,” Mr Brady said. 

Headliner Chocolate Starfish got interactive with the audience.

Bungle Rumble was designed to bring entertainment and community engagement to people without them having to go far from home. 

“I was happy with the support from near and far. People came from Sydney, Newcastle, Brisbane, everywhere.”

With Friday night bringing the second Bungle Rumble to a close, Mr Brady can’t say what a 2024 Bungle Rumble might look like, with it too early to call if there will be a third year in the works.

“We’re so reliant on funding, it’s a very subsidised event.”

“I’d like to give a thank you to those who supported (the event) financially and in helping as a volunteer as well. Without those sorts of contributions…things like this cannot go ahead in our communities.”