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VIXENS
Venue:	Hisence Arena
Date:	'2009 Season'
Booking:	www.ticketek.com.au

MELBOURNE STORM HOME GAMES 2009 SEASON
Venue:	Olympic Park Stadium
Date:	'2009 Season'
Fee:	www.ticketek.com.au

Help Transform Homelessness

Each person who visits www.transformhomelessness.com.au can raise $1 to help transform the lives of the 105,000 Australians who are without a home every night.1

All you have to do is create a pair of butterfly wings Mission Australia s symbol of positive transformation of your own. Because for every butterfly created, Bayer will donate $1 to help Mission Australia transform the lives of the most disadvantaged people in our communities.

We re aiming for a $60,000 2 donation and that means we need 60,000 people to create 60,000 butterflies.

So spread the word - once you ve added your butterfly, ask your friends, workmates and family to do the same!

Girls Night In and SingStar
Booking:	To host your own girls' night in this October, please register at www.girlsnightin.com.au
Today marks the start of Cancer Council's Girls Night In, an initiative that raises funds for women's cancer research, prevention and support services. SingStar�, the karaoke-inspired game exclusive to PlayStation�, has joined forces with Cancer Council's Girls Night In for the second year running to help raise awareness for the cause. This October, women from around the country will be called upon to host their own girls' night in, whereby guests are asked to donate the money they would have spent on a 'night out' to Cancer Council. Girls Night In is a fun and simple way to play a role in the quest to defeat women's cancers, whilst also providing an opportunity to celebrate valued friendships. Since 2005, over 12,000 Girls Night In events have been held which have raised over $7 million. Bringing together friends and families of all ages, SingStar has become an essential component of a great night in and is the ideal option for any Girls Night In event.

Zig Zag Foundation: Helping Children in Need
Venue:	Brisbane Convention Centre
Date:	'Sunday 13th of September'
Time:	11.30am-3.30pm
Fee:	$110 including 2 course lunch and wine
Booking:	ticketing@zigzagfoundation.org or 1800 944 924
Diamonds are a girl's best friend charity luncheon and fashion parade.

Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon presented by Colonial First State
Venue:	Sydney's Hyde Park.
Date:	'Sunday, May 17, the 18th'
Time:	7:30am
The start area is located on College Street between St Mary's Cathedral and Hyde Park North. The finish line follows the Hyde Park Central Walkway past the Archibald fountain. To give you an indication of how fast the top field can cross the finish line - last year's male winner finished in 65.00 minutes and the first female runner finished in 76:16 minutes. Entries to this year's race have closed and boast a record field of 10,000. This year's SMH Half Marathon is extra special, as runners have the opportunity to honour the memory of Kerryn McCann - who won the event a record of for times. 'Running for Kerryn McCann' will allow runners to donate to the McCann family's charity of choice Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). The women's trophy will also be renamed the 'Kerryn McCann Trophy' BCNA spokesperson and friend of McCann, Raelene Boyle, will officially start the race.

Women Win at Globla Footbal Tournament
Booking:	www.globalgiving.com/womenscup
The Homeless World Cup today announced a partnership with Women Win to bring the powerful life-changing benefits of football to thousands of homeless women and their communities around the world. The partnership begins with 20,000 euros funding from Women Win for the development of women's grass roots football in Colombia, enabling Team Colombia to make its debut at the Melbourne 2008 Homeless World Cup. In addition, Women Win also initiates a Challenge Award of 5,000 euros that will be awarded to one of the community organisations participating in the Homeless World Cup in December to help them implement their ideas for sustainable programs for homeless girls and women in their home country. As the partnership grows it will also look for opportunity to create social enterprises that contribute to sustainable change for women and girls and their communities. The Homeless World Cup is an annual international tournament, which provides the opportunity for people who are homeless to change their own lives. The sixth Homeless World Cup takes place in Melbourne from 1-7 December 2008, which will include the first Women's Cup in the tournament's history. 8 national women's teams will participate from Cameroon, Colombia, Ivory Coast, Uganda, Zambia, Liberia and Paraguay. Australia is fielding three reserve players in the Women's Homeless World Cup - Cheryl Dunleavy, Michelle Jerram and Stacey Radaic, all from Melbourne. These players can be drafted into any all-female side that has three or more injured or unavailable players during the tournament 77% of players involved experience a significant life change; no-longer using drugs and alcohol, moving into homes, jobs, education, training, repairing relationships and becoming coaches or players with semi-pro teams. 94% claim to have a renewed motivation for life. Michele da Silva played for Team Brazil at the Copenhagen 2007 tournament and was recently selected for Brazil U21's women's squad. Cherie from Team Liberia has won a four-year athlete scholarship to a USA college. Mel Young, Founder and President, Homeless World Cup commented: "Women participating in previous Homeless World Cups have been tremendously successful in changing their lives. They become change-makers and inspirational leaders in their communities. We want to invite many more women to participate and a partnership with Women Win that will grow as both organisations develop is great way to create effective lasting change." Founder and Executive Director of Women Win, Ms Astrid Aafjes said: "Homeless World Cup and Women Win share mutual values and goals using sport as an empowerment strategy for homeless and disadvantaged girls and women worldwide. By working together we can further raise awareness and have a greater impact." "Women Win is proud to support the Colombia homeless women's team this year. The position of women is very difficult in Colombia due to the years of conflict. Especially this group, homeless women, they suffer from gender related violence, low levels of education and are working on the streets from young ages"

ActionAid Australia

Newly launched anti-poverty charity ActionAid Australia is offering one lucky Aussie an all expenses paid trip to an exotic destination - the only catch, they have to teach the locals to blog.

The recently launched anti-poverty agency, with operations in over 40 countries across Africa, Asia and South America, is on the hunt for a Twitter addict with a passion for social justice to send to one of its program countries.

Nicknamed Project TOTO (The Overseas Training Operation), ActionAid has launched a nationwide search for a suitable candidate on its blog blogs.actionaid.org.au/toto

It's all part of ActionAid's efforts to give poverty a voice by establishing blog outposts around the world.

Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon
Venue:	start and finish at Sydney's Hyde Park.
Time:	7:30am
Runners will begin the 21.1km race at 7:30am and the course will again start and finish at Sydney's Hyde Park. The start area is located on College Street between St Mary's Cathedral and Hyde Park North. The finish line follows the Hyde Park Central Walkway past the Archibald fountain. To give you an indication of how fast the top field can cross the finish line - last year's male winner finished in 65.00 minutes and the first female runner finished in 76:16 minutes. Entries to this year's race have closed and boast a record field of 10,000. This year's SMH Half Marathon is extra special, as runners have the opportunity to honour the memory of Kerryn McCann - who won the event a record of for times. 'Running for Kerryn McCann' will allow runners to donate to the McCann family's charity of choice Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). The women's trophy will also be renamed the 'Kerryn McCann Trophy' BCNA spokesperson and friend of McCann, Raelene Boyle, will officially start the race.

Australias Second Urban Street Art Charity Auction
Venue:	Leonard Joel auction house, 7 Anderson Street, Double Bay
Date:	'14th of October'
Time:	6-8pm
Fee:	Free public event
Booking:	Project5.com.au
This Art Charity Auction is to raise much needed funds for ICE - an innovative charity that supports disadvantaged youth through creative arts programs.

Countdown on for Classic alpine run
Venue:	Mount Aspiring National Park and Fiordland National Park, New Zealand
Date:	'Saturday May 9'
The countdown is on for 225 runners keen to sweat it out in the 38km Routeburn Classic adventure run to be held on Saturday May 9 in one of New Zealand's World Heritage areas. Runners will race from one end to the other of the Routeburn Track, a high alpine track traversing Mount Aspiring National Park and Fiordland National Park. Now in its seventh year, entries to this year's race were snapped up online within 30 minutes of registration opening, and there are more than 100 athletes on the waiting list. Runners will converge at The Divide, near Milford Sound, for the 8am start gun, and finish near Glenorchy. The fastest elite athletes are expected to cross the finish line in just under three hours. Event director Evan McWhirter of Good Times Events said the race had gained a loyal following over the years, with good reason. "It really is the most breath taking adventure run in the country, and arguably the world," he said. "It generates worldwide interest and has significant appeal to both domestic and international athletes. Numbers are limited to meet safety requirements but it's become the source of running legend as previous competitors have spread their race stories around the globe. "Many of those on the waiting list have a reasonable chance of getting in as athletes pull out because of injury, so it pays to keep up the training schedule and keep fingers crossed!" New sponsor 2XU (pronounced Two Times You), an Australian-based sports apparel company, has joined the event sponsorship lineup and is offering all competitors and support crew the chance to buy a highly technical long-sleeved runners shirt at less than a third of the recommended retail price.

Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival
Date:	'March 27 - 29'
Booking:	www.usmevents.com.au
With the local dollar reaching rock bottom lows and many Australians considering shorter inter-state breaks to overseas trips, Aussies are reminded that they can combine their two great loves - sport and travel - by planning their trips around one of the many triathlons hosted across the country each year. An end of season tradition, the Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival, March 27-29, offers an exciting mix of activities, events and sports, for individuals, couples and families alike. Since the first Mooloolaba Triathlon in 1992 the event has grown to become the second largest triathlon in Australia behind its counterpoint Noosa, which opens the triathlon season. However, as a season closer the Mooloolaba Triathlon also packs a sporting punch hosting the Australian leg of the ITU World Cup Series, which attracts over 150 of the world's top triathletes battling for their share of Olympic qualifying points and prize money. But for those who'd rather sit back, soak up the atmosphere and relax, Mooloolaba offers the perfect getaway with its vibrant range of restaurants; from beachfront cafes to fine dining, and fabulous boutiques. The Mooloolaba Esplanade is a popular cosmopolitan area to relax, eat, watch the surf, grab a coffee and enjoy the Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival. Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival Highlights: -Asics Twilight 5km Run, Mooloolaba Ocean Swim - Friday 27 March - start 6:00pm -The Courier-Mail Mooloolaba Superkidz Triathlon - Saturday 28 March - start 8:00am -Mooloolaba Triathlon and Mooloolaba Teams - Sunday 29 March - from 6.30am -Ryders Cycling Grand Prix and Clovely Estate Waiters Challenge - Friday 27 March -SEVEN Mooloolaba Sport and Lifestyle Expo - Friday 27 and Saturday 28 March -Mooloolaba Triathlon Festival Presentations and After Party - Sunday 29 March, Wharf Tavern

MOTHERS DAY: Karma Currency
Booking:	www.karmacurrency.com
It's fair to say that we all owe a lot to our Mums. They raised us, drove us to school, taught us right from wrong and explained very calmly why wearing a superhero costume and gumboots to the supermarket isn't the done thing. When you take all of this into consideration, it's also fair to say that someone who's had such a remarkable influence on your life might deserve a little more than tea towels and terracotta trinkets when the second Sunday in May rolls around. This Mothers Day, Karma Currency, Australia's first tax deductible Charity Gift Voucher - www.karmacurrency.com - is presenting all Australians with the opportunity to forgo the flowers, kick aside the clich�d chocolates and give your Mum a gift that proves you were listening when she taught you about the importance of giving. Ashley Rosshandler, Founder and CEO of Karma Currency, spoke recently about how a charity gift voucher could be the perfect Mothers Day gift to give to the most charitable woman in your life. "Karma Currency has always been about giving people the ability to connect their loved ones with the charities and causes closest to their hearts. With Mothers Day fast approaching, it's the perfect time to give the gift of good Karma to your Mum, Sister, Grandma or Aunty," said Rosshandler. Examples of just a few of the Karma-clad presents you can give via www.karmacurrency.com include: -Delivering a teddy bear (Children's Hospital Foundation - $5) -Producing a talking book (Vision Australia - $20) -Buying baking trays for a soup kitchen (FareShare - $36) -Sponsoring a nursing scholarship (Arrow Bone Marrow Transplant - $100) Since its inception in 2007, over 200 of the world's most trusted and beloved charities (including Oxfam, RSPCA, Lifeline and The Cancer Council), have all become Karma Currency partners.

Under the Sea
Venue:	IMAX Sydney Darling Harbour: 31 Wheat Road, Darling Harbour
Date:	'Coming Soon'

2009 Memory Walk
Venue:	Start and finish on The Bowling Green, just inside the Pitt Street entrance of Parramatta Park.
Date:	'Walk in Sydney on Sunday 27 September 2009'
Time:	8.30am event opens. 9.30am start of 2km and 5km walks
Booking:	memorywalk.com.au or call 02 8875 4626.
Join Alzheimer's Australia NSW, our friends and supporters, and participate in the 2009 Memory Walk. The Memory Walk will raise awareness and much needed funds to support people and their families living with dementia. Memory Walks will take place in Sydney as well as regional centres around NSW. It's going to be a great day out for the whole family, with lots of activities and entertainment including live music from the NSW Police Band, the Taronga Zoomobile, as well as a giant jumping castle and face painting for the kids. We'll also have lots of great food and drink and some fantastic giveaways. So register today and help us raise $70,000 to increase our ability to provide face-to-face services, such as counselling, art and music therapy, education and professional training across NSW. With your help, we can make sure that our support is always available to those who need it.

For Victorian Bushfire Victims, their Families & Fire-fighters
Venue:	Bar 53 in Epping, 53 Miller Street, Epping, Melbourne.
Date:	'13 February 2009 at 09:00 and 14 February 2009 at 03:00'
Booking:	0394083055
NOTE: Staff are contributing their tip & running raffles - so bring loose coin too! Entry and proceeds from raffles to the Bushfire Relief. THAT'S Community Spirit! Now, down to the details .... Featuring over 20 pool tables, 2 lounge areas to chill, Large LCD's & a GIANT Projector showing all the latest music videos and sporting events! Want more? Add to this our regular LIVE bands & Dj's to keep you on the dancefloor! Prefer it outdoors??? Then relax in our HUGE beer garden with outdoor bar service this Friday ... saving you the trip inside.

Volcom's Give Jeans a Chance Denim Recycling program
Booking:	Volcom.com.au/givejeansachance_oz
Over the last two months Australians have donated more than 3,000 pairs of jeans as part of Volcom's Give Jeans a Chance Denim Recycling program and in June they are being delivered to homeless and disadvantaged people in need across the country for Winter.

Oxfam Unwrapped
Booking:	www.oxfamunwrapped.com.au
The silly season has arrived again, and our not-so-silly Oxfam Unwrapped is back - bigger and better than ever! Yes, it's the 'buy a goat or some poo' Christmas gift catalogue that's chock-full of unique gifts to make a world of difference for people living in poverty. With the latest range, you'll be safe from that awkward feeling that follows giving an unwanted gift. And most importantly, your gift can help save people around the world from poverty. Because when you buy something from the catalogue, your donation goes straight to help support our programs. And in return, we'll send you a card for your gift recipient, explaining how their special gift is fighting poverty - one duck, chicken or goat at a time. So, choose a gift that best suits your friend, relative or co-worker and you too can save the world from unwanted gifts. We'll wrap up the rest - figuratively speaking of course! Save the world in 4 easy steps. 1. Choose your favourite gifts. We have made finding the right gift even easier by sorting them into six sections. You can choose your gifts from either Gifts that Keep Giving, Healthy Heroic Gifts, Life Savers, Money Makers, Excellent Education or FUN-raising. 2. Zap through your orders online Ordering online is quick and easy and saves Oxfam Australia money. Or you can call 1800 034 034 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm AEST) and order over the phone, or purchase gifts from our Oxfam shops. Call 1800 034 034 for your nearest shop. 3. Personalise or write your own card. The best part about Oxfam Unwrapped is the card you get to give as the gift. With every item you purchase, you will receive a card that explains the role the gift plays in fighting poverty. You can have cards delivered to you to write your own message. Or if you order online, you can have your own message printed on the card and we can send it directly to your recipient. 4. Save the world from another unwanted gift! And that's it! Your donation will go to those who need it most and your recipient gets much more joy from their card than another unwanted gift. No kidding! Also, all Unwrapped purchases are tax deductible - we'll email you a receipt and you can request a hard copy if you wish.

Myer womanswear Christmas T-shirt - Make a Wish
Fee:	Retail Price: $29.95
Booking:	Customers who purchase two t/shirts will also receive a Myer
The Myer Womenswear buyership will range t-shirts which will be on sale from mid November through to Christmas with $10 from each t-shirt sold being donated to Make A Wish. Beneficiary: Make A Wish Designers and celebrities who are supporting this promotion: Carson Kresley / Jennifer Hawkins / Kate Ceberano / Rebecca Twigley / Wayne Cooper / Bettina Liano

Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight
Venue:	Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne
Fee:	Tickets go on sale on Saturday 8 November, 2008.
Booking:	For further information, please contact Ticketmaster: Phone: 1300 136 166 Website: www.ticketmaster.com.au
All proceeds raised from the event go towards Vision Australia's Children's Services. Find out more about our Children's Services. Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight is a wonderful way for families and friends to get together and celebrate the spirit of Christmas. Each year this iconic event is a sell out, with tickets usually selling in record time. The Christmas Eve tradition attracts a crowd of over 10,000 at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl in Melbourne. Hundreds of Melbournians also flock to the Federation Square 'live site' where the event is broadcast on the big screen. The festive extravaganza is also enjoyed by millions of people across Australia through the live telecast on the Nine Network, 3AW, Magic and Vision Australia Radio. In addition, more than 5,500 carolers usually attend Rehearsal Night at the Bowl on 23 December. Vision Australia's Children's Services thank you for your kind support. Tickets go on sale on Saturday 8 November, 2008. To find out more about the event, including ticket prices please visit www.visionaustralia.org/carols

SNAKE Condoms website launch and footy clinic with Dean Rioli
Venue:	Tick Market, Lindsay Street, Katherine, NT
Date:	'Monday 1 December-World AIDS Day'
Time:	5pm
In celebration of World AIDS Day, Australia's leading sexual and reproductive healthcare charity, Marie Stopes Australia, will launch a new sex education website aimed at Aboriginal youth - www.snakecondoms.org.au. Flicking the 'on' switch for the website will be Indigenous ex-AFL football player, Dean Rioli. Kicking off the launch is a free barbeque, followed by the official launch of the website, after which Dean will host a free footy clinic for the local residents. Media are invited to come along for a kick of the footy, a snag and a chat to HIV positive woman and manager of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Program for Marie Stopes Australia, Bev Greet.

Dine out and help out
Date:	'From 10th of November '
Two of our clients are getting street smart to help the homeless: The Belaroma Coffee Centre at Manly Vale and Terroir Restaurant at Hungerford Hill. From the 10th of November up until Christmas, customers will have the opportunity to 'dine out and help out'. By adding a voluntary donation to their bill, diners will be able to help the homeless, as all monies donated will go to the StreetSmart organisation. StreetSmart is urging diners to eat out at Terroir, enjoy Hayden Ellerton's tempting menu and add a $2 or more voluntary donation to their table's bill to help raise funds for charities in surrounding areas. StreetSmart is an organisation, whose focus is to fund a diverse range of community based projects for the homeless. With over 225 participating restaurants this year, 2008 should see an increased impact for people experiencing homelessness. StreetSmart (www.streetsmartaustralia.org) has made it even easier for diners to support the program this year by mapping participating restaurants and previous beneficiaries ..So dine out to help out now.

Fundraising Luncheon
Venue:	Lauxes- 2685 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach 4218
Date:	'Feb 26th '
Time:	12pm-3pm
Fee:	$120
Booking:	5538 0120
In support of Jurrawa's Conrad Jupiters Summer Surf Girl, April Zekulich. Lunch: Two course lunch with basic wine, sparkling and beer Guest Speakers: Hayley Bateup and Ky Hurst as well as a live auction and fashion parade.

5 a-side soccer tournament
Venue:	Memorial Park, Oxford Street, Bulimba
Date:	'Sun 7th December'
Time:	8:15am registration - First Game 9am - Final Game 4pm
Fee:	$399 per team - includes free Challenger Cup ball for each team
Booking:	07 3865 5675 or email mailto:Aus.football@challengersports.com
Gather your friends, family or colleagues for a day of fast paced, 'football' fun! Teams can have up to ten players over 16 yrs, male, female or mixed. All proceeds go to the RBWH Foundation First Prize VIP Luxury Box for 10 people at Queensland Roar home game Includes all food and drink!

Introducing Adelaide's Premier Fashion Event, Let Them Eat Cake
Date:	'December 5th, 2008'
With Adelaide's Queen's Theatre as a spectacular backdrop, Pride Models is bringing decadence back with an unforgettable fashion event titled "Let Them Eat Cake" on December 5th, 2008. This glamorous affair will be featuring an exclusive fashion parade previewing designs of special guest, Leigh Buchanan from Australia's 'Project Runway', who will also attend the event. Also on show will be collections especially created in the theme of "Let Them Eat Cake" and Marie Antoinette by Little Potty Red Shoes and Porcelain by Damian Porcaro. Guests to this "one of a kind" event can expect to be treated to experiences synonymous with 18th Century European Royalty, delivered with a modern twist. French champagne will flow and cake delicacies abundant to tempt the Marie Antoinette in all who attend. Entertainment by Niki Vasilakis, one of the most exciting violinists to have emerged from Australia in recent years, will add to the atmosphere, as she captivates guests with her velvet tones, similar to those played for the Australian Prime Minister at a State Dinner, Performances at the Rockefeller Centre New York for the Anzac day memorial, UN head quarters New York, Washington Cathedral, and Athens Olympic Torch Celebrations Sydney Opera House. In addition to the Bourgeoisie tickets, which will gain fashionistas entry to this indulgent affair, High Court tickets will also be available for purchase. Similar to the division between classes in 18th Century France, the High Court will be treated as Royalty, in a special, seated arena that will be offering a more elite experience for guests. One thousand guests are expected, and $10 from every ticket sold will go directly to The National Breast Cancer Foundation to aid in research and support. Pride Models Director, Christabel Buder, says that, "To date, no event of this calibre has been seen or experienced in Adelaide. This really is the fashion event to rival those in the eastern states." "Adelaide can prepare itself for the fashion extravaganza of the year; a night of glamour, decadence and luxury."

Karma Currency
Booking:	www.karmacurrency.com.au
How Karma Currency Works: Step # 1: Visit www.karmacurrency.com and click the 'Give' link. Step # 2: Make a donation and you will be issued with a tax deductible, Karma Currency gift voucher. Step # 3: From there you can send the voucher to your lucky loved one via mail, email, or print it out and present it personally. Step # 4: Once the voucher has been presented, whether to your dorky Dad, right through to your saucy siblings, they can take their voucher, return to www.karmacurrency.com and click the 'Redeem' link. Step # 5: From here, the radiant recipient selects the charity of their choice, donates and hopefully feels an instant hit of good Karma! Inspiration: In Australia, over $1 billion is wasted annually on unwanted gifts that end up in the closet, in storage and ultimately in landfill. But imagine if you could give a gift that could protect a forest, find a cure, aid the arts, or perform countless other wonderful acts. Vision: Karma Currency's overall vision is to connect people around Australia with the charities and causes that are closest to their hearts (whether it be training a guide dog or a soup kitchen down the street) and in doing so, make charitable acts a part of our everyday lives. What Does Karma Currency Actually Do? Karma Currency offers an alternative to stock-standard, general gift giving. Instead of giving platters, socks, photo frames and other useless gifts this initiative allows companies and individuals to give the gift of Charity Gift Vouchers. This Charitable voucher can be sent to families or friends, customers or colleagues, empowering them to give the donation to the charities they care about most. In short; Karma Currency offers Australians the chance to give a gift that will literally have a positive, ongoing effect on the lives of others - as opposed to giving a gift someone may not want, use and might even secretly hate. All Karma Currency gift vouchers over $2 are tax deductible. Charities that are proudly associated with Karma Currency include: Alannah and Madeline Foundation Clean Up Australia Limited Guide Dogs Victoria Limbs 4 Life Rainforest Rescue RSPCA SIDS and Kids The Cancer Council Australia

The Smith Family's Christmas Appeal
Venue:	Woolworths & Safeway stores
Date:	'Nationally from November 24.'
Fee:	Cost $3 and $4 respectively
Booking:	www.thesmithfamily.com.au
Although The Smith Family is there for families throughout the year, Christmas is an especially important time for the charity because supporting children at Christmas is how the organisation began. It was Christmas 86 years ago when five businessmen decided to donate toys to children at a local orphanage. The men were conscious that, although they had each had a 'good year' and their children would be well provided for, many children were not as fortunate. The men decided to share their good fortune and spread some joy at a local orphanage on Christmas Eve. Wanting to remain anonymous, they called themselves 'The Smiths' and so The Smith Family was born. The Smith Family's time-honoured tradition of giving toys and books to children at Christmas has grown over the years with The Smith Family now delivering gifts to more than 20,000 disadvantaged children across the country. Woolworths is a proud supporter of The Smith Family and has donated food for Christmas hampers and organised staff volunteers to help pack and deliver the hampers. You too can help by purchasing a novelty light-up snow dome pen for $4, or a light up keyring for $3 from any Woolworths supermarket. You can also make a donation to The Smith Family's Christmas Appeal by visiting www.thesmithfamily.com.au or calling 1800 024 069. Your support will ensure kids in need won't miss out on a gift this Christmas. It will also allow The Smith Family to continue providing education support in the year ahead.

Christine Anu and Deni Hines are taking it to the street
Date:	'15th November 2008 (Nationwide)'
Two of Australia's most loved and successful female recording artists, Deni Hines and Christine Anu, are takin it to the streets again in 2009 after the success of their 2008 East-Coast of Australia tour. While promoting their 2008 tour, Deni and Christine so happened to be performing one of their show duets TAKIN IT TO THE STREETS on the Today Show (Nine Network, Australia). On the same show was a heartfelt segment about the plight of homelessness in Australia accompanied by Captain Paul Mould of the Salvation Army's Oasis Youth Support Network, who take care and provide much needed services for the homeless and youth of Australia (who come from all walks of life.) No less than 5 minutes after walking off set, Christine and Deni turned to each other and said "we've got to do something to help" and the recording of TAKIN IT TO THE STREETS was set in motion. Deni and Christine will release their version of TAKIN IT TO THE STREETS on 15 November 2008 (Nationwide) with fifty percent (50%) of net profits going to the Salvation Army's Youth Homelessness Oasis Foundation and the Everyone Is Homeless Fund.

All Fashion Savvy Girls Know Pink Is The Colour for October! Dove Pink Returns in 2008
Booking:	For further information on the NBCF or their Platinum partners, log onto
A platinum partner since 2006, Australia's well-loved beauty brand Dove, is once again splashing a lick of pink over its best sellers to show its dedicated support to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). The ongoing support recognises the importance of this cause to Dove that affects the lives of so many women in Australia. Alongside its existing ranges, Dove will offer consumers the chance to purchase pink versions of their famous Beauty Bar as well as the Anti-Perspirant Roll-On and Aerosol Deodorant and Body Wash. Buying Dove Pink product sends proceeds directly to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. As an official Platinum Partner, Dove will donate a percentage of the sale of every Pink product to raise funds for research into the prevention and the cure of breast cancer. As part of the celebration, Dove has refreshed the packaging inspired by the iconic breast cancer ribbon. In recognition of this great cause, be sure to get in store and pick up your new Dove Pink Body Wash, Beauty Bar, Anti-Perspirant Roll-on and Aerosol Deodorants and know you are doing your bit to help battle breast cancer! The Dove Pink Range: Dove Pink Body Wash (375ml RRP $6.99) Dove Pink Body Wash is mild and soap-free and will leave your skin feeling soft and smooth. Indulge yourself with Dove's � rich moisturising cream and floral, sweet fragrance for a relaxing shower experience. Dove Pink Beauty Bar (2 pack RRP. $4.39) The soft pink packaged and coloured Dove Pink Beauty Bar is a specially formulated cleanser containing 1/4 moisturising cream. It helps skin retain its natural moisture, bringing out its softness and true beauty without leaving skin dry like soaps can. Dove Pink Beauty Bar is pH neutral and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Dove Pink Anti-Perspirant Roll-on Deodorant (RRP $3.69) Dove Pink Anti-Perspirant Aerosol Deodorant (RRP $4.89) Dove Pink Deodorants contain the most effective anti-perspirant ingredients to give you maximum dry protection all day long, whilst the 1/4 moisturising cream takes care of your skin. The new, soft, pink floral fragrance provides a fresh and feminine scent. All Dove Deodorants are alcohol free and dermatologically tested. Dove Pink will be available in supermarkets, pharmacies and variety stores nationwide Dove Pink Body Wash, Beauty Bar and Dove Pink Anti-Perspirant Roll-on and Aerosol Deodorants will be available from August 2008

Crazy John's South Dragons
Fee:	$35
Booking:	http://premier.ticketek.com.au
The Crazy John's South Dragons have re-loaded and are ready to take on the rest of the NBL. Head coach Brian Goorjian, the most successful coach in league history, leads a new-look squad packed with entertaining players. First Team NBL All Star and Olympian Mark Worthington brings his power and passion, while young guy Joe Ingles and high-scoring Cortez Groves are back for another big year. The 2008-2009 season features two home games against defending champions and archrivals, the Melbourne Tigers. These derby clashes will be the highlight of the NBL season. Come be part of the most exciting team and the most exciting game-night in the NBL. Dragons vs Wildcats 7.30pm Wed 17 Sep Dragons vs Crocodiles 7.30pm Thu 25 Sep Dragons vs Tigers 7.30pm Sat 18 Oct Dragons vs Taipans 7.30pm Sat 25 Oct Dragons vs Spirit 7.30pm Sat 1 Nov Dragons vs Blaze 7.30pm Sat 8 Nov Dragons vs 36ers 7.30pm Wed 12 Nov Dragons vs Taipans 7.30pm Wed 26 Nov Dragons vs Hawks 7.30pm Sat 6 Dec Dragons vs Crocodiles 7.30pm Sat 20 Dec Dragons vs Blaze 7.30pm Fri 26 Dec 2009 Dragons vs Wildcats 7.30pm Sat 3 Jan Dragons vs 36ers 7.30pm Wed 2 Feb Dragons vs Tigers 4pm Sun 8 Feb

The Little Feet Taking Big Steps Ball
Venue:	Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney
Date:	'Saturday July 25'
Time:	7pm - Midnight
Fee:	Tickets for the ball are $175 each and include a three course meal and all beverages.
Booking:	Contact Melinda Hickin by email at melinda@stillbirthfoundation.org.au or by phone on 02 8572 5600
The Little Feet Taking Big Steps Ball is the Stillbirth Foundation Australia's major fundraising event of the year. This will be an amazing night where supporters come together to raise money to fund and encourage research into stillbirth and make a significant difference to the future reduction of stillbirth in Australia. Patron of the Stillbirth Foundation, actor and entertainer, Jay Laga'aia, will lead us through a fun-filled and busy evening. Celebrated Charity Auctioneer, Ian Gollan, will ensure the best price is achieved for the live auction items. Guests will also have the opportunity to win prizes through silent auctions, raffles and games.

OvenU and National Breast Cancer Foundation
Date:	'for the month of August'
Fee:	offering $10
Booking:	contact Ovenu on 1300 683 681
If you have always hated cleaning your oven yourself, raising money for charity might be just the excuse you need. National franchise chain Ovenu is going to be donating $10 from every oven cleaned in the month of August to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

A Sydney Harbour Cruise for Girls Only
Venue:	Departs from Star City Warf, Sydney
Date:	'Saturday 1st August 2009 and Saturday 12th September 2009'
Time:	7pm
Fee:	Only $69.00 per head
Booking:	Breastcancersupport.com.au/virtuemart-2.html
Are you in the mood for a fun girls night out? The Girls' fun night cruise is a unique opportunity to have great fun with your girl friends and experience the beautiful Sydney harbour! All for a good cause. Our special boat cruise helps raise awareness for breast cancer, and part of the proceeds goes to our charity partner, Dragons Abreast Australia. It is ideal for hen's nights, birthday parties and all girl's fun nights! The boat cruise includes: -3.5 hour Sydney Harbour Cruise -Drink on arrival -Full Smorgasbord Meal -Dj with sound, lights and karaoke -Licensed bar -Unique entertainment -Free massage -Free pick up and entry to a night club This girls' boat cruise is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience!

Waratahs vs. Wellington Hurricanes
Venue:	Westpac Stadium, Waterloo Quay, Wellington
Date:	'14 Feb 2009'
Time:	Gates open at 5pm; game runs from 7.35pm - 9.15pm
Fee:	Adult from $22 to $50 / Child $10 & $15 plus booking fees

A Denim Stration of Design Competition
Date:	'enteries close 12th June 2009'
Booking:	www.doitwithdenim.org.au
Are you a budding designer of fashion, furniture, soft furnishings or interior design? If so, don't miss out on your opportunity to enter the Do It With Denim Jeans for Genes Design Awards. This unique competition is held nationally and there are fabulous prizes to be won! Do It With Denim is an initiative of the Jeans for Genes Day campaign on behalf of the Children's Medical Research Insitute.

Cupcake Day for the RSPCA
Date:	'Monday 17 August 2009 '
Fee:	Free!
Booking:	Rspcacupcakeday.com.au
RSPCA NSW is inviting all supporters to register to take part in this year's Cupcake Day for the RSPCA - a deliciously fun event that raises much needed funds for the animals. Supporters are urged to register online now at Rspcacupcakeday.com.au to receive all the information they need to take part. Cupcake Cooks can also enter two online competitions - Most Creative Cupcake and Extreme Cupcake Eating.

TATTERSALL'S AUSTRALIAN DANCESPORT CHAMPIONSHIP
Venue:	Hisense Arena
Date:	'Wed 10 - Sun 14 Dec'
Booking:	http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=DANCESPO08&v=VFA

PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDERS NATIONAL FINALS
Venue:	Hisense Arena
Date:	'Sat 29 Nov'
Time:	7.30pm
Booking:	http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=PBRNATIO08&v=VFA

An Evening with Our Designers
Date:	'Tuesday 21 October'
This is a unique opportunity to rub shoulders with Australia s fashion elite and meet with The Strand s designers in their respective stores. You ll enjoy Pendolino s renowned canaps and sip on pink champagne as you see this season s offering on parade, attend styling workshops, receive exclusive offers and take home a fabulous gift bag. For your chance to mingle with Sydney s most on-trend fashionistas go to www.strandarcade.com.au and register. Proceeds from a silent auction held on the evening will go to the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation.

Korimco supporting Victorian Bushfire Appeal
Date:	'until 13/02/09'
Time:	finishes 4pm
Fee:	Just $20
Booking:	1800 804 025 or www.korimco.com.au
Korimoc will donate the money from the sale of this bear to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal. The bear will be supplied directly to children affected by the awful tragedy.

Very Special Kids 2011 Footy Fever Debate
Venue:	Vsk.org.au
Date:	'Friday 9 September, 2011'
Time:	7am - 9am
Booking:	$1,300 for a table of 10 or $2,000 for a VIP table of 10
Hosted by sports presenter, Jim Wilson this debate will see panellists explore what makes a team great and ultimately what wins a premiership.

STATE OF ORIGIN - INTERNATIONAL RODEO
Venue:	Rod Laver Arena
Date:	'Sat 9 May 2009'
Time:	7pm
Booking:	http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=STATEOFO09&v=RLA

The Salvation Army: The Annual Oasis Ball
Venue:	Grand Harbour Ballroom, Star City
Date:	'29 August 2009'
Time:	6.30pm til late
Fee:	Table of 10 - $2500 + GST, Individual - $250 + GST
Booking:	oasis.salvos.org.au/sydney/
The Salvation Army Oasis Youth Support Network is holding the annual Oasis Ball to raise vital funds to help Oasis continue to offer assistance, refuge and support for the growing number of homeless youth on Australia's streets. Oasis offers a range of programs and services that help to restore hope in some of our nation's most disadvantaged youth, but they can't do this without the support of the community. All funds raised from the ball will go directly into helping rebuild shattered young lives and Sydney residents are encouraged to come along and support this important cause. Hosted by Nova's James Mathison, Maz Compton and James Kerley, the night will feature a fantastic line up of entertainment including performances by Tim Finn (Crowded House, Split Endz), Stand and Deliver, and the hilarious comedian Subby Valentine (plus more to be announced). Guests can also bid on a range of unique items and experiences in the live and silent auctions. The great prizes on offer include a Walgan Valley weekend getaway, an autographed Chris Isaak guitar, a cocktail party at Hugos, and even a meet and greet experience with Cate Blanchett.

Nick Jr.'s Dora the Explorer Live! Search for the City of Lost Toys
Venue:	the Arts Centre, State Theatre, Melbourne
Date:	'Thursday March 11'
Time:	at 1.00pm
Fee:	$26.90
Booking:	the Arts Centre Box Office by calling 1300 182 183
2010 marks the 10th anniversary year of Dora the Explorer, and this little Latina character, loved by little people all over the world, is the #1 preschool brand in Australia and also the #1 preschool program watched by children under the age of four across all pay TV channels in Australia. To celebrate the phenomenal success of Dora in this country, and to launch the new national live show, Nick Jr. and Entertainment Store Group are holding a special benefit performance to raise money for Camp Quality kids. A portion of the Camp Quality Reserve ticket sales will be donated to the charity, in addition to proceeds from a special Dora the Explorer silent auction on the day.

The Triple M Sydney Tower Run-Up
Venue:	Start - Pitt St Mall (off Market St), Sydney; Finish - Sydney Tower Observation Deck
Date:	'Friday 21st August 2009'
Time:	9am - 4pm
Fee:	Registration costs $50 for individuals or $200 for corporate teams
Booking:	sydneytowerrunup.com.au
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Australia's ultimate stair climb event, the 'Triple M Sydney Tower Run-Up' will take place on Friday 21st August and is now open for registrations. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to compete in the race from Pitt Street Mall up the 1,504 stairs to the Observation Deck of Sydney Tower. Participants compete for a total prize pool of $30,000. Triple M will broadcast live from the event and those who don't feel up to the challenge are invited to come and cheer on the competitors including participants from new categories: emergency services, surf clubs, armed forces and fire fighters. Proceeds from the Triple M Sydney Tower Run-Up are donated to the Starlight Foundation.

2008 HOLDEN NETBALL TEST SERIES - AUSTRALIA VS NZ
Venue:	Hisense Arena
Date:	'Sun 26 Oct'
Time:	3.10pm
Booking:	http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=NETBAUST08&v=VFA

Jeans for Genes Day
Date:	'Friday August 7, 2009'
Booking:	Donations can also be made directly to the CMRI by logging on to www.jeans4genes.org.au or by calling 1800 GENIES.
This year on Friday August 7, everybody in Australia is encouraged to put on the denims and make a donation to support of Jeans for Genes Day to support ongoing research into genetic childhood diseases. It is easy to get involved just wear jeans AND make a donation because the cause is so important. This fun-loving fundraising event supports the Children s Medical Research Institute s (CMRI) who, for 50 years, has been finding answers that lead to a better knowledge about how diseases and disorders and how they start. With this kind of knowledge improved treatments or preventions may develop. Each year Jeans for Genes offers goodies to make your jeans even more fashionable a DNA double helix brooch for example, or a fun Jeans for Genes t-shirt. All monies raised go to the Children s Medical Research Institute whose work is devoted to trying to understand, prevent and develop better treatments for children s genetic diseases such as cancers or epilepsy.

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is February 2009
Venue:	BMW Edge @ Fed Square
Date:	'Awareness month is launched on Sunday 8th Feb 2009 '
Time:	9.30
For more events for Ovarian Cancer Awareness please go to www.ovariancancer.net.au Events include Cocktail Parties, Breakfasts, Napoleon Perdis Make Overs and many more!

Sportsgirl and Romance was Born Online Auction
Venue:	Sportsgirl: www.sportsgirl.com.au
In Conjunction wit LMFF, Romance was Born have created five one-off dresses to be auctioned with all proceeds going to the Butterfly Foundation! To get a piece of fashion history bid on one of these 5 dresses on eBay!

'B' shed to Byron Bay, Variety Bash back in 2010
Date:	'Departure from Sydney again on August 22nd 2010'
Time:	7.00am
Given that since its inception in 1985, it has been tradition for the Bash to start and finish at a destination starting with the letter B, this year the Variety Bash will leave from the 'B' Shed at Sydney markets and finish in Byron Bay, detouring through some of NSW most remote regions including Cobar, Bourke and even crossing the border into Goondiwindi and Toowoomba in Queensland before completing the 3, 557 km journey on the most easterly point of Australia. Having run a huge bash last year for the 25th Anniversary, Bashers from all walks of life are preparing, some for the first time, together with seasoned 'Bashers' to jump in their ancient and colourful cars and raise money for Variety the children's charity by driving through some of Australia's most diverse and isolated regions.