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Skeppshult charity auction to raise money for breast cancer research |
| Venue: | www.eBay.com.au |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday 26 May and concluding Tuesday 2 June 2009' |
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| Time: | 4:00pm |
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Leading Swedish bicycle manufacturer, Skeppshult, will auction four limited edition PINK V BIKES exclusively produced for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and individually signed by Fifi Box, Deborah Hutton Lizzy Lovette and Adam Spencer to raise money for breast cancer research.
The online auction will be held on eBay for one week, commencing Tuesday 26 May and concluding Tuesday 2 June 2009, with all profits being donated to the Foundation.
Up for grabs are four pink limited edition bikes, personally signed by:
-Fifi Box, Network Seven s Sunrise weather presenter, 2Day FM presenter
-Deborah Hutton, iconic television presenter, magazine editor and designer
-Lizzy Lovette, television and radio personality
-Adam Spencer, ABC 702 presenter
The V Bike is the latest model from Skeppshult. Wonderfully chic in design, this fun and zippy bicycle features an elegant traditional frame for men and women. It is a flexible transport solution, which allows riders to carry multiple objects with ease. It includes unique attachment points that can hold a lockable pod, front and rear racks and basket (which can be added or removed) perfect for that short commute to work, running various errands or pure relaxation.
Gregg Franz, Managing Director of Cykla, the official distributor for Skeppshult bicycles in Australia, says he is proud to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting and promoting high quality research into the prevention, detection and treatment of breast cancer, Mr Franz said.
By supporting the Skeppshult Pink V Bike online auction, you have the chance to make a real difference to many people s lives men, women and children. |
KOTO Cocktail Fundraiser |
| Venue: | Function Room Surf Life Victoria: 200 The Boulevard, Port Melbourne |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday 26th May 2009' |
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| Fee: | $45 per person |
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| Booking: | Contact Meredith on (03) 9286 9277 |
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KOTO, Know One Teach One, is a unique vocational training program and not for profit restaurant that is changing the lives of street and disadvantaged young people in Vietnam.
KOTO began in the late 90 s when Jimmy Pham, an Australian Vietnamese tour guide was moved by the plight of young people living on the streets of Hanoi. In 1999, with the assistance of Melbourne Chef Tracey Lister, he started a sandwich shop as a way of providing disadvantaged young Vietnamese with an income and hospitality training; KOTO was born.
KOTO s founder, Jimmy Pham and one of its graduates will host a special fundraising event on Tuesday 26 May in Melbourne, supported by Box Hill Institute and Peregrine Adventures.
Mr Thai, who is accompanying Jimmy, is proof that KOTO is changing lives and giving opportunities to Vietnam s youth. Thai grew up in a poor rural family in Hanam Province. At 14 years old, he came to Hanoi to find work to support his family, because his parents could not afford his schooling. But jobs were hard to get and he ended up as a shoeshine boy, working on the streets for four years until he heard about KOTO.
Meet Jimmy and Mr Thai, hear their stories; bid on wonderful items like a 12 day Peregrine Adventures Vietnam trip for two as part of the silent and live auctions; enjoy good food for a great cause; and help KOTO to continue to provide training for young people in hospitality, English language and life skills, giving them the opportunity to gain good jobs and careers so they can support themselves and their families. |
Karma Currency |
| Booking: | www.karmacurrency.com.au |
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Karma Currency, Australia's first tax deductible Charity Gift Voucher - www.karmacurrency.com.au
This Christmas, instead of handing out toasters, televisions and toy cars (batteries not included) Karma Currency is helping Australian's give their loved ones a gift that literally keeps on giving.
With over 100 top charities to nominate from including Oxfam, RSPCA, Lifeline and The Cancer Council, Karma Currency gives you the ability to connect a loved one with the charities and causes that are closest to their heart (whether it be training a guide dog or helping a soup kitchen down the street!) |
Skeppshult charity auction to raise money for breast cancer research |
| Venue: | www.eBay.com.au |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday 26 May and concluding Tuesday 2 June 2009' |
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| Time: | at 4:00pm |
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Each limited edition Pink V Bike has a recommended retail price of $1,400.
Leading Swedish bicycle manufacturer, Skeppshult today announced it will auction four limited edition PINK V BIKES, exclusively produced for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and individually signed by Fifi Box, Deborah Hutton Lizzy Lovette and Adam Spencer to raise money for breast cancer research.
The online auction will be held on eBay for one week, commencing Tuesday 26 May and concluding Tuesday 2 June 2009, with all profits being donated to the Foundation.
Up for grabs are four pink limited edition bikes, personally signed by:
-Fifi Box, Network Seven s weather presenter, Sunrise and 2Day FM/Fox FM
Saturday morning radio presenter
-Deborah Hutton, Australian media personality
-Lizzy Lovette, 2Day FM radio presenter and host of Channel 9 s The Music Jungle
-Adam Spencer, ABC radio presenter
The V Bike is the latest model from Skeppshult. Wonderfully chic in design, this fun and zippy bicycle features an elegant traditional frame for men and women. It is a flexible transport solution, which allows riders to carry multiple objects with ease. It includes unique attachment points that can hold a lockable pod, front and rear racks and basket (which can be added or removed) perfect for short commute to work, for running various errands or for pure relaxation.
Gregg Franz, Managing Director of Cykla, the official distributor for Skeppshult bicycles in Australia, says he is proud to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
The Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organisation that is dedicated to supporting and promoting high quality research into the prevention, detection and treatment of breast cancer, Mr Franz said.
By supporting the Skeppshult Pink V Bike online auction, you have the chance to make a real difference to many people s lives men, women and children. |
Art for Life Bushfire Appeal |
| Venue: | Supper Room, Town Hall |
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| Date: | 'Friday 27 March' |
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| Time: | 6:30pm |
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| Booking: | The work of the collective artist group will be available online for viewing from Thursday 26th March. www.artlifeappeal.org |
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An ?Art for Life? Bushfire Appeal, supported by the City of Melbourne, will see artists from across Australia unite to build an impressive body of art work to raise funds for those affected by the recent Victorian bushfires.
To date, over 100 artists including commercial and public galleries have donated artwork which will be displayed and auctioned at the public charity event.
Lord Mayor Robert Doyle said this is a terrific example of how the creative arts community can come together to assist those in need.
?Melbourne is a city recognised for its arts community and culture, so it?s wonderful to see the arts community uniting to draw on their talent to help those devastated by the recent bushfires,? the Lord Mayor said.
Contributing artists to date include Lisa Roet, Heather Schimmer, Angela Brennan, Debra Rhee, Jamie Daddo, Thomas DeKessler, Elisabeth Sand and Mary Newsome.
In addition to the work donated by artists, a range of celebrities and high profile figures will be approached to create unique pieces of artwork for the ?Art for Life? Bushfire Appeal auction.
Television talent John Deeks will host the charity event and the donated artwork is expected to raise in excess of $50,000 for the bushfire appeal.
Potential bidders for artwork and established or emerging artists wishing to donate artwork can visit www.artlifeappeal.org to view the auction items or register their interest in donating artwork.
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Create For a Cause |
| Venue: | Old Bay Road Community Arts Centre; Cnr Old Bay Road and Maitland Road, Burpengary |
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| Date: | '30 May ' |
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| Time: | 11am-10pm |
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| Fee: | $30 per ticket |
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| Booking: | 0424 278 273 or livelovelife42@y7mail.com |
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| Come and try your hand at crafts such scrapbook or card making all for a good cause! Create for a Cause is raising funds for premature and seriously ill babies at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The event includes a scrapbook making demonstration from an experienced scrapbook teacher, prizes, games and lucky door prizes. You will also recieve a free goodie bag as well as lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and dessert, tea and coffee. |
Exclusive advanced screening of Easy Virtue |
| Venue: | The Dendy, Circular Quay |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday 10th March' |
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| Time: | 6pm (movie commences at 7pm) |
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| Fee: | only $20 + booking fee for movie, complimentary drinks & snack |
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| Booking: | www.stickytickets.com.au/1484 |
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SASSI Charity movie night!
Come and enjoy an exclusive advanced screening of the delightful new film, Easy Virtue at The Dendy, Circular Quay (due for release 12/3/09)
Based on the 1924 play by Noël Coward, Easy Virtue marks the much-anticipated return of Australian director Stephan Elliott (The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert). Set in the late 1920s, featuring an impressive cast including Jessica Biel, Ben Barnes, Colin Firth and Kristin Scott Thomas, Easy Virtue is effervescent entertainment telling the story of Larita (Biel), a glamorous young American woman who is swept off her feet by young Englishman, John Whittaker (Barnes), and marries impetuously. However when the couple return to the family home, his mother Mrs Whittaker (Scott Thomas) has an instant allergic reaction to her new daughter-in-law - and a battle of wits ensues.
As the sparks fly and secrets are revealed, Larita attempts to tip-toe through the minefield laid by her mother-in-law yet at the same time finds an unexpected ally in John s father (Firth). Like a vintage bottle of champagne, Easy Virtue fizzes with lacerating wit, elegance and fun. |
Stampin' Up! Crafting Company Offers Bushfire Relief Campaign |
| Date: | 'From 12 February until 31 March 2009' |
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| Booking: | www.stampinup.com or call (02) 811 3 0500. To donate directly to the Austrailan Red Cross go to www.redcross.org.au |
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Stampin' Up!, a Sydney direct-sales crafting company, is encouraging Aussies to get involved in its Bushfire Appeal campaign to help victims of the Victoria bushfires.
From 12 February until 31 March 2009, Stampin' Up! will donate half of the retail value of sales from a select group of ten stamp sets to the Australian Red Cross to assist in the relief effort.
To date, Stampin' Up! independent consultants [demonstrators,] many of whom have also donated their sales commissions, have raised over $31,000 for the cause.
Stampin' Up!'s demonstrators throughout Australia and New Zealand are also donating their time and talents to serve those affected by the disaster. In addition to donating cash, the demonstrators are holding crafting workshops specifically to create handmade cards to donate to victims staying in tent camps so they can communicate with friends and relatives.
Claire Daly, a Victorian demonstrator says, " I think we all wanted to do something. One of the women in my downline works for the local member of parliament in Healesville. Apparently over 180 of the people who have died are in her constituent, so our team are making cards for her to send to the families. It's heartwarming to see such a great compassionate response among demonstrators and Australians in general."
"The response from our demonstrators has been outstanding," says Australian general manager, Aaron Scott. "The idea to hold stamping events and workshops originated when one of our demonstrators heard a comment from a woman who lost her home saying that she didn't even have a birthday card to give her son. It's inspiring to see people reaching out this way."
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eBay charitable auctions for five posters from NEW IN TOWN signed |
| Venue: | eBay |
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| Date: | 'Ends February 4th, 2009' |
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Lionsgate, has announced the eBay charitable auctions for five posters from NEW IN TOWN signed by Renee Zellweger, Harry Connick Jr., and Siobhan Fallon Hogan, benefiting The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
The winning bidders will receive studio certified posters signed by the cast, along with a signed letter verifying their authenticity.
Interested fans and collectors should be aware there are only a limited amount of posters available. |
Alternative Ride for Daniel Day Family Day |
| Venue: | Beach House Fitness Centre, Kawana |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 1st November 2008' |
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| Time: | 6am until 4pm |
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| Booking: | For more information or to take part in this fantastic event please visit the Beach House Fitness reception at Kawana Home Central, Kawana Way, Kawana Waters, or call (07) 5493 5099 or email info.kawana@bhfc.com.au. |
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On Saturday 1st November Beach House Fitness Centre, Kawana will team up with the Daniel Morcombe Foundation to hold the inaugural Alternative Ride for Daniel Day Family Day . This family day of fun, entertainment, sport and charity will be held at Beach House Fitness, Home Central Kawana, to raise money for this very worthy cause.
The Alternative Ride for Daniel Day Family Day will kick off from 6am on Saturday 1st November with the commencement of the Ride. The Club will be open from 6am until 4pm for those wishing to take advantage of a complimentary workout. Activities will include a six hour RPM exercise bike marathon, a fashion parade sponsored by Lorna Jane and a delicious sausage sizzle provided by B Fresh Warana. There will also be the chance to scale the huge rock climbing wall, supplied by No Gravity, in the car park. Custom Choppers from Big Bear Choppers of Maroochydore will be on display, plus lots of other activities for all ages.
There will be free use of the all the Beach House facilities including Cardio equipment, workouts and classes, including exotic pole fitness and even a crche (bookings essential) between 10am - 2pm. There will be an opportunity for those attending to have free use of the Club facilities for just a gold coin donation at reception. All the fun and competitions won t stop there, a silent auction will be held, with all items donated by local businesses and even Beach House s own personal trainers will be auctioned off! Giving the winners the opportunity to pay their personal trainer back, for all the pain and suffering they have put them through.
The main feature of the day will be the chance to take part in the Alternative Ride for Daniel, an intense six hour team event on RPM bikes. So individuals or companies can go hard for this great cause, by teaming up to take part. The Alternative Ride for Daniel is a Cycle Class marathon on exercise bikes instead of motorbikes, so you can get fit and raise money for the foundation. Each team of six will pay $50 each to participate. Individuals can also become involved in the team events, by registering their details at the Kawana Beach House Fitness reception and will be introduced to their team on the day. This event is a great way to promote your business and raise funds for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.
The Alternative Ride for Daniel will open to the public from 6am until 4pm to so there is plenty of time to support the day. Beach House Fitness Centre Kawana is located at the new Home Central Centre on Kawana Way, is fully air conditioned and has a private ladies only and mixed gym area. It also contains a boxing room, spin cycle studio, Vibrogym, infrared saunas, plus a full array of fitness classes.
As the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and Beach House Fitness team up for this event, they share a vision which incorporates a future where children are provided with protection, education and awareness of the dangers in society. All donations from this event will go towards The Daniel Morcombe not for profit Foundation and all proceeds will go back into the community to help protect our children.
A number of local businesses have already committed their support for the Beach House Fitness Alternative Ride for Daniel Day including, Hot FM, Zarraffas Caf Sunshine Plaza, B Fresh Warana, Big Bear Custom Choppers and Lorna Jane Sunshine Plaza. This day of family fun will bring lots of happiness, joy and excitement to the community that will honour Daniel s name.
The Alternative Ride for Daniel event is part of the Day for Daniel (31st October) events program. All money raised on the day goes directly towards The Daniel Morcombe Foundation. So for a fun filled day for the entire family come along to this great event and know that you are helping the Daniel Morcombe Foundation keep our children safe. |
The inaugural Womens Sports Festival |
| Venue: | Sydney Olympic Park (various locations) |
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| Date: | 'Friday the 6th until Sunday the 8th of March 2009' |
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| Fee: | FREE- $60 |
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| Booking: | www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au or call (02) 9714 7888 |
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The 2009 Women s Sports Festival including:
-The Sydney Olympic Park Netball Cup (6-8 March)
-The Women s International Pro Circuit Tennis (1-8 March)
-The Gear Up Girl Challenge (7 March)
-AC Milan Soccer Clinics (8 March) |
Billabong Design for Humanity |
| Venue: | The Forum |
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| Date: | 'Wednesday 18 February 2009' |
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| Fee: | With tickets only $30 (+ booking fee) this is an event not to be missed. |
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| Booking: | Tickets available from Moshtix.com |
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After taking LA and Paris by storm, the hottest event of the year, Design for Humanity, hits Sydney for the first time at The Forum on Wednesday 18 February 2009. The worlds of fashion, music and art collide in a unique celebration of creativity which will also raise much-needed funds for SurfAid International.
With a program designed to generate maximum excitement, the event includes a runway show previewing Billabong s must-have Summer 09 range. Some of the most talented musos in the country will be on hand to provide entertainment.
Kicking off the night in fine style, Ashleigh Mannix will deliver a spine-tingling version of Hallelujah while a video plays highlighting the incredible work SurfAid is doing in the Mentawai Islands.
Cassette Kids have been making a big impact in recent times with their unique sound and captivating lead singer. Taking the energy to a new level will be cutting-edge DJs The Bag Raiders. |
For Victorian Bushfire Victims, their Families & Fire-fighters |
| Venue: | The Butterfly Club - Cocktail lounge and Cabaret salon, 204 Bank Street, South Melbourne |
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| Date: | '12 February 2009' |
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| Time: | 7-10 |
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| Fee: | $22 full / $17 concession and for groups of 8 or more |
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| Booking: | 0396902000 |
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Thursday 12 February, 100% of ticket sales from the two shows that night will be donated to a charity to be selected by Andrew Woollard.
Andrew is a resident of the devasted town of Marysville, and despite having his home burnt down is still working as a MICA Paramedic. He is brother of The Butterfly Club's bar manager, Alexander.
Bookings for the shows - 'Blue' (a Joni Mitchell tribute) at 7pm and 'Walk on the Wildside' (featuring the legendary Jon Jackson) at 9pm can be booked
at www.thebutterflyclub.com |
Industrie Clothing and Myer Support CanTeen |
| Date: | 'Begins the first week of November' |
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| Fee: | $9.95 |
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Myer will once again join forces with Industrie Clothing by selling wetpacks with proceeds being donated to CanTeen.
Product will be in stores from first week of November and over the Christmas period and retail at $9.95.
Last year through the sale of the Industrie wetpacks, the Myer Community Fund handed over a cheque for $485,424.18 to CanTeen.
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Jeanswest Victorian Bush Fire Appeal |
| Date: | 'Saturday 14 February' |
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| This Saturday 14 February, Jeanswest will be donating its profits for the day from all of its 226 stores across Australia and New Zealand to the 2009 Red Cross Victorian Bushfire Appeal. If you planned to shop this weekend, do it on Saturday and help contribute to those in need. |
Crusty Demons Beyond the Apocalypse Tour 2009 |
| Venue: | Rod Laver Arena |
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| Date: | 'Fri 15 May 2009' |
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| Time: | 7.15pm |
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| Fee: | http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=CRUSPRXY09&v=RLA |
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State of Origin- International Rodeo |
| Venue: | Rod Laver Arena |
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| Date: | 'Sat 9 May 2009' |
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| Time: | 7pm |
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| Fee: | http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=STATEOFO09&v=RLA |
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Sydney Duo To Paddle 740km From Byron Bay To Bondi Beach Over Christmas And New Year Raising Money For Prostate Cancer |
| Date: | '20th December 2008' |
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| Booking: | www.b2b4prostate.blogspot.com.au |
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On 20th December 2008, two Sydney city workers will be setting out from Byron Bay in a two-person sea kayak to take on a twenty day adventure of a lifetime, as they paddle down the east coast of Australia to Bondi Beach. Theyll be braving 5m swells, 30 knot winds, reefs, sharks and muscle fatigue this Christmas and New Year as they raise money for charity.
Scott Timbrell from Bondi and Rob Lowe from Manly, have set themselves the challenge of raising $10,000 for The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, by paddling a two person sea kayak along the 740km of coast line. Scotts father, Douglas Timbrell was recently diagnosed with Prostate Cancer, but due to the skills of doctors at the Sydney hospital, hes now fit and well and will be shadowing the pair down the coast as they prepare for fundraising events in each town along the way.
Scott Timbrell said, Weve been told about sharks and dangerous weather that well have to face on the trip, but its nothing compared to being told that your dad has been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. I thought at the time that I could either sit around and do nothing, or get up and do something about it. So here we are.
Prostate Cancer is a serious but avoidable illness. Its as prevalent as breast cancer is in women, but general awareness of the disease is lower and often diagnosis is made too late. Men over 40 should go to the doctor and ask for a routine check-up.
Scott and Rob are relative novices when it comes to sea kayaking. Rob said, Neither of us have ever done anything like this before and training has been tough to fit around our jobs, but were on track and are both excited about getting onto the water. Were looking forward to drumming up some support and funds for Prostate Cancer in coastal towns along the way.
All equipment has been organised by friends, sponsors and people who support their cause. Adventurer James Castrission, who achieved the world first trans Tasman kayak crossing said, "It's great to see fellow kayakers getting out there and challenging themselves, whilst at the same time raising funds and awareness for Prostate Cancer.
Both Justin and I believe in what Rob and Scott are going out to achieve and will support them in any way that we can. We can only urge you to do the same.
Anyone wishing to follow their journey can visit their www.b2b4prostate.blogspot.com.au website where pictures taken by a waterproof Olympus Tough 1030sw camera, videos and news, will be uploaded along the way. On the site there is also a link for those wishing to donate money to The Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
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International Passport Day, Summer Cup Royal Randwick |
| Venue: | Royal Randwick Racecourse, Alison Rd, Randwick |
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| Date: | 'Friday December 26' |
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| Time: | Gates open at 11.30am. First race starts at 1.10pm with the last race at 6.17pm |
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| Fee: | Free entry for International Passport holders. $15 General Admission. $5 Pensioners |
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Enjoy the Christmas long weekend with an international flavour at Royal Randwick. On Friday December 26, Royal Randwick is once again hosting its annual International Passport Day. This means COMPLIMENTARY ENTRY to all patrons who hold an international passport and show it on the day.
It also means fabulous international entertainment that will include Irish Folk Band Paddy Melon and other great acts. And there will be clowns available to paint all the flags from around the world and pony rides for children. There will also be amazing international food stalls.
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NIVEA lends a supporting hand to the homeless and disadvantaged in Sydney this Christmas |
| Venue: | 36 Huntingwood Drive, Huntingwood, NSW, 2148 |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 6th December ' |
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| Time: | from 9:00am - 4:00pm |
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| Booking: | Cash preferred, Mastercard, VISA / EFTPOS accepted |
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Christmas is a festival celebrated in different ways around Australia, but one thing that is certain, Christmas shouldn't be spent alone.
This year, NIVEA will be donating approximately $20,000 to the Salvation Army to assist in their annual Christmas Day lunch, helping the elderly, children, families and the homeless spend their Christmas Day with great food, good company and happiness.
NIVEA are holding their inaugural Christmas Sale to the public this December 6th where 10% of all sales will go towards the 10th Salvation Army Christmas Day Lunch where over 1700 guests will enjoy a luncheon, entertainment, activities, food hampers and free Internet and phone.
Generously managed by volunteers from Beiersdorf Australia and The Salvation Army, the sale features up to 50% off NIVEA gift packs, body, hand, lip and face cream, deodorant and men's products.
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Speech Pathology Week 2009 |
| Date: | '23 - 29 AUGUST 2009' |
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| Booking: | www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au |
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Speech Pathology Week 2009 celebrates the profession and its members work with people of all ages who have communication difficulties. This year s theme is: Communicate to Participate which will highlight how communication difficulties can impact on day-to-day life and activities.
Speech Pathology Week 2009 will focus on the types, causes and impacts of communication difficulties. The theme will highlight how communication is essential for connecting with others and participating in discussions, decisions, social events and work activities. It allows us to express our thoughts and feelings, build friendships and gain employment.
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Victorian Bushfire Appeal |
| Date: | 'until 21/02/09' |
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| Fee: | There are 2 multi award winning Australian Forest meditation/relaxation CD's to choose from; Forest of Light at $25 and Sounds of the Forest Volume 1 for only $15. |
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| Booking: | www.MeditateWithCds.com |
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$5 from every CD sold at www.MeditateWithCds.com will go directly to Victorian Bushfire Appeal, donated through the Red Cross Appeal.
Even if you don t buy a CD show your support by reposting, promoting and sharing this with your friends and together let s make a difference. |
Gear Up Girl |
| Date: | 'in Sydney on Saturday 7 March 2009 and Canberra on Sunday 5 April.' |
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| Booking: | For more information go to www.gearupgirl.com.au and click on Challenge. |
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The Gear Up Girl Challenge is back! Following the success of 2008, the Gear Up Girl Challenge is back in Sydney on Saturday 7 March 2009 and in 2009 we are taking the Gear Up Girl Challenge to Canberra on Sunday 5 April.
Gear Up Girl Challenge is about getting women of all ages and abilities, shapes and sizes on their bikes. It's about being active, getting fit and feeling good about yourself at the same time as making a difference by leading an environmentally friendly lifestyle. Coinciding with International Women's Day the event raises money for the Oncology Children s Foundation. |
Napoleon Perdis and Ovarian Cancer Australia invites you to discover Your Inner Goddess |
| Time: | 6pm arrival for a 6.30 start |
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| Fee: | $45 pp Includes drink, canapes and special gift bag |
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| Booking: | admin@ovariancancer.net.au or 1300660334 |
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An intimate event aimed to inspire and empower women, whilst supporting awareness of Ovarian Cancer. Featuring Emanuel Perdis, Managing Director of Napoleon Perdis and Karen Livingstone, CEO and Founding Director of Ovarian Cancer Australia.
Melb: Wed 11th Feb
Melbourne Marriot Hotel Cnr. Exhibition and Lonsdale St Melb
Sydney: Thurs 12th Feb
Sydney Vibe Hotel. 111 Gouldburn St Sydney
Brisbane: Fri 13th Feb
Brisbane Marriott Hotel
515 Queen St Brisbane
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AFL Mother of the Year Award Breakfast |
| Venue: | Zinc @ Federation Square |
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| Date: | 'Thursday 7 May 2009' |
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| Time: | 7.00am - 9.00am |
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| Fee: | $75.00 per person |
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| Booking: | Ticket proceeds are donated to Ovarian Cancer Australia. |
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| Be at the 2009 AFL Players Mother of the Year breakfast hosted by a surprise channel 7 celebrity guest and enjoy a morning full of entertainment, including a fashion parade by Mesop, Lounge Apparel and Liz Davenport with Wittner Shoes, a special comedic performance, be spoilt with a giftbag for each guest and most importantly hear the announcement of who will be crowned 2009 AFL Player s Mother of the Year. |
Worlds Biggest Walk |
| Date: | '25th October 2008' |
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| Time: | (12 noon GMT) 11pm Melbourne time |
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| Booking: | www.worldsbiggestwalk.org/registerawalk |
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Raising global awareness for organ donation by walking 5km at exactly the same time across 5 continents around the world!
Walk Locations are your choice:
Register your walk @ www.worldsbiggestwalk.org/registerawalk (find a suitable location where your can walk 5 km - maybe a football oval or local park)
Invite your friends , family or anyone you like and all you need to do is walk and talk.
Why Walk & Talk?
One Question: Are you a registered organ donor?
Answer NO: Then that is why you are walking & talking! Be part of a global event to express to your family your intentions.
YES: Then that is why you are walking & talking! Be part of a global event to remind your family of your intentions. |
Make Poverty History Roadtrip |
| Booking: | theroadtrip.com.au |
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The Roadtrip will involve 1000 young people from across Australia, who will be traveling to Canberra. Along the way, we will be stopping at many different areas campaigning on the issue of the Millennium Development Goals, and the need to increase the amount of foreign aid given.
The NSW Roadtrip is traveling from Sydney to Gosford, Manly, Sutherland and Cambelltown, and then down to Canberra for the summit. |
Australian Red Cross Big Cake Bake |
| Booking: | Bigcakebake.org.au |
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Big Cake Bake is a simple, fun and social fundraising event which encourages Australians to come together and share fabulous homemade cakes and delights in their workplaces, schools and social groups. The best part is, it makes eating cake practically guilt free with all funds raised going to help those who are most in need including some of the most vulnerable families across Australia and overseas.
And if guilt free cake is not a big enough incentive on its own - if you register to host a Big Cake Bake event, and raise a minimum of $100 in donations and send to Red Cross by 30th November you will have the chance to win a return trip for two to Tokyo, Japan to dine in Bill Granger's restaurant - bills Odaiba, thanks to event partner White Wings. |
Bigger's Better |
| Venue: | Coral Beach Hotel, Cyprus |
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| Date: | 'October 22nd' |
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Eight of the Worlds heavyweights from different schools of the fight game.
An eight man punch fest with one aim: finding out who is the baddest man.
$15,000 dollars at stake - winner takes all! |
Sydney Water Challenge |
| Venue: | Lucas Reserve, Wanda Beach |
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| Date: | '6 -8 March, 2009' |
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| Booking: | www.challengeseries.org.au |
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Cronulla s beachside will be transformed into a sporting mecca for everyone when the southern suburb hosts the Sydney Water Challenge on the weekend of March 6 -8.
Designed for first-timers through to professional athletes, the weekend of multisport action is for anyone and everyone who loves to swim, ride or run. Five events feature during the three day festival, with Olympic distance triathlons through to races for kids and those just starting out.
FRIDAY FUN RUNS
The weekend s action kicks off on Friday at 6pm, with a tranquil sunset Fun Run for all ages (2.5 km or 5km) across the rich bushland of Lucas Reserve at Wanda Beach.
SATURDAY AQUATHLONS
Saturday is Aquathlon day featuring running and swimming events for those who are not all about the bike . The day begins with the Sydney Water Australian Aquathlon Championships at 8am, featuring an 800- metre swim off Bate Bay and a 6km run from Lucas Reserve.
If shorter distances are more your style, go for the Sprint- a 500m swim, 4km run; for first timers the Enticer- a 250m swim, 2km run; and just for kids, a race featuring a 100m swim and 1km run.
SUNDAY TRIATHLONS
Triathlon is the star sport on Sunday, representing a day of bustling, all-age action. Dawn will herald the start of the Sydney Water Olympic Distance Triathlon, including a 1500 metre ocean swim off Bate Bay (between North Cronulla and Boat Harbour); a 38.8 km cycle with two laps of a route that takes competitors from the beach to Kurnell and back; followed by an undulating 10km run.
Many age group competitors will be vying for qualifying points to gain selection in the Australian team for the World Championships on the Gold Coast later this year.
If this sounds a bit daunting, the last two races of the weekend are for you. At noon, the Sydney Water Enticer Triathlon gives first-timers a chance to try out what the growing sport of triathlon has to offer. The kids get a chance to shine with the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader TRYstars Kids Triathlon, with three distances to choose from for 7 to 15-year-olds.
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Sydney chocolate shop |
| Venue: | 251 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst, NSW |
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| Booking: | 02 9356 8876 |
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A tiny Sydney chocolate shop is proving you don't have to be a corporate giant to move mountains when it comes to providing vital assistance for victims of natural disasters.
Boon, opened by Filipino-born brother and sister team Alex and Fanny Chan less than 12 months ago, is spearheading a major relief program for the devastated Manila area, struck by Typhoon Ondoy on September 25 this year.
The Chan's family home in the Philippines was just one of many thousands affected.
Deeply moved by the disaster, Alex and Fanny have joined forces with the Philippine Consulate General in Sydney, and many other businesses and individuals to provide relief to their homeland.
Within weeks of handing over their Darlinghurst chocolate shop as a collection point, Boon had collected tonnes of canned goods, clothes and household items.
To make donating and coordinating the relief effort even simpler, Alex has devised the Pallet Purchase Program, a unique system where individuals and organisations can select goods from a pre-determined list with one of the partnering companies such as Campbell's Cash n Carry.
Alex has been touched by the generosity of the Australia public, saying that so many of his customers have been asking how they can also help.
You can make your contribution to the Pallet Purchase Program in-store at Boon Chocolates until the end of November. |
Triathlon Pink photo Opportunity of all the Pinkies in action (swimming, cycling and running) in support of breast cancer awareness |
| Venue: | Sydney Olympic Park NSW, Homebush Bay |
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| Date: | 'Saturday, October 18' |
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Almost one thousand women of all ages and walks of life will gather in their pink ensembles and swim caps at Sydney Olympic Park as they prepare for the 2008 Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink, the national all women s triathlon series supported by the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Sydney Olympic Park will become a flurry of nerves and excitement as the centre hosts the Sydney event of the Triathlon Pink series, with competitors of all ages, from girls aged 7 to grandmothers of 70.
The kids competition then kicks off at 7:30am, beginning with a lap of the pool (50m), followed by a 1.5km cycle around the stadium and finishing with a 500m run outside the stadium where parents, friends and family can cheer them on with their masses of pink decoration to support of breast cancer awareness.
The morning excitement will then continue with the three longer women s distances, finishing up at 11:30, followed by presentations from Ajay Rochester, Ramsay Health Care, National Breast Cancer Foundation and Lynda Voltz MP.
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With this night, I remember... |
| Venue: | The Grand Ballroom, Sofitel Melbourne On Collins |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 8th August 2009' |
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| Time: | 7.00pm - 12.00am |
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| Fee: | $150.00 per person includes canaps and pre-dinner drinks on arrival, 3 course set menu with premium wine and beer throughout the evening and quality entertainment to dance the night away! |
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| Booking: | For bookings or group bookings (table of ten) please contact Lorrae or Andreina on 03 9811 9986 or email info@nationaleventorganisers.com.au |
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Dress code: Wedding or Evening Attire
You are invited to re-live your special memories. The night will be a wedding themed dinner allowing you an evening to dress up in your wedding or evening attire, and recall your special moments whilst creating new ones!
Guests must pre-pay by cheque, credit card or direct deposit to confirm their booking. Cancellation fees apply. Price includes GST. |
Dove Pink Star Walk |
| Venue: | Parade Ground, Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney to Darling Harbour |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 25th October 2008' |
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| Time: | 8pm |
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| Fee: | Open 11 August 2008, visit www.dovepinkstarwalk.com.au |
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| Booking: | Visit www.dovepinkstarwalk.com.au for more information and to register. |
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Now a permanent fixture on the pink calendar, the third Dove Pink Star Walk will
take place on Saturday 25th October 2008 beneath a starlit Sydney sky. In aid of
the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), people from all ages and walks of
life will be encouraged to participate in the fun 5km walk. Proceeds help to fund
research for prevention and cure, whilst acknowledging the 2,500 women that die
of Breast Cancer each year in Australia.
The Dove Pink Star Walk kicks off at 8pm and for the first time, will begin at
Government House in the Royal Botanic Gardens. It then follows a beautiful scenic
route past the Opera House and Circular Quay, finishing at dazzling Darling
Harbour. Get there early and join us for a fun filled entertainment schedule.
Special guests and artists to be announced closer to the date.
All participants can do their bit to help; having the opportunity to be sponsored or
wearing something pink, such as a t-shirt, accessories or hat. In addition, you can
get into the theme of the breast cancer cause and wear a decorated pink bra
(on top of your clothing is ok too)! There will be prizes awarded on the night for the
best costumes and for those adopting the pink spirit, plus entertainment
throughout the evening to cheer you on until everyone is well over the finish line! |
Call for Dove Pink Star Walk registrations |
| Venue: | Government House, Royal Botanic Gardens to Darling Harbour |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 25th October 2008' |
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| Time: | 8pm |
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| Booking: | Anyone interested in attending can register their interest at www.dovepinkstarwalk.com.au |
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* The third Dove Pink Star Walk will take place on Saturday 25th October 2008 beneath a starlit Sydney sky. In aid of the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF), people from all ages and walks of life will be encouraged to participate in the fun 5km walk. Proceeds help to fund research for prevention and cure, whilst acknowledging the 2,500 women that die of Breast Cancer each year in Australia.
* The Dove Pink Star Walk kicks off at 8pm and for the first time, will begin at Government House in the Royal Botanic Gardens. It then follows a beautiful scenic route past the Opera House and Circular Quay, finishing at dazzling Darling Harbour. Get there early and join us for a fun filled entertainment schedule. Special guests and artists to be announced closer to the date.
* All participants can do their bit to help; having the opportunity to be sponsored or wearing something pink, such as a t-shirt, accessories or hat. In addition, you can get into the theme of the breast cancer cause and wear a decorated pink bra (on top of your clothing is ok too)! There will be prizes awarded on the night for the best costumes and for those adopting the pink spirit, plus entertainment throughout the evening to cheer you on until everyone is well over the finish line! Visit www.dovepinkstarwalk.com.au - for more information and to register. |
UCI WORLD TRACK CUP |
| Venue: | Hisense Arena |
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| Date: | 'Thu 20 - Sat 22 Nov' |
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| Booking: | http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=CYCLING08&v=VFA |
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Walk for Water |
| Date: | 'Sunday 19th April 2009 ' |
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| Booking: | www.justgive.org/avedawalkforwater |
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Aveda announces a new global campaign WALK FOR WATER that acknowledges the daily struggle of over one billion people who do not have access to clean water. On Sunday 19th April, Aveda will host a series of 6k walks in participating cities (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth) to raise awareness, funds, and excitement for the need to protect clean water around the world.
Six kilometers represents the average distance that women in developing countries walk daily to collect water (UNICEF). Executed locally by Aveda salons and spas, the walks in Australia will raise money for Global Greengrants Fund, a nonprofit that supports grassroots efforts to preserve clean water and protect the environment in more than 100 countries worldwide.
-Worldwide, 1.2 billion people lack access to the water they need to live. If the current trend continues, in less than 20 years, two-thirds of the world s people will not have access to enough water. (Water Treaty)
-To date, Aveda has raised $4.9 million for organizations protecting clean water and hopes to raise an additional $3 million (USD) for water-related issues in 2009.
-Earth Month is an international effort during the month of April to raise awareness and funds around a common cause. Earth Month 2009 builds upon the momentum created by the Aveda Earth Month 2007 and 2008 campaigns to work towards making clean water accessible to every person on the planet.
SYDNEY:
JOIN THE 6KM Walk from BONDI to BRONTE:
Meeting Point: Bondi Park
Sunday 19th April for a 10am start.
MELBOURNE:
JOIN THE 6KM WALK through the Royal Botanical Gardens
Meeting Point: CNR Birdwood Avenue & Domain Road
Sunday 19th April for a 10am start.
BRISBANE:
JOIN THE 6KM Walk from Manly to Moreton Bay
Meeting Point: Bottom of Cambridge Parade
Sunday 19th April for a 10am start.
PERTH:
JOIN THE 6KM Walk for Walk Perth
Meeting Point: Trigg Island Caf - FINISH: Sorrento Surf Club
Sunday 19th April for a 10am start. |
The Cans4Films Festival |
| Venue: | At over 300 participating Network Video stores throughout Australia |
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| Date: | 'August 1 - 31st, 2009' |
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| Booking: | cans4films.com.au |
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Network Video and The Salvation Army present the 2009 Cans4Films Festival.
Did you know that every year in Australia, two million people rely on food relief? More alarmingly, one million of that number are children. Sadly, this number is steadily increasing each year.
Cans4Films Festival is running through the entire month of August, in which anybody can donate a can of food to a participating Network Video store, and get a good night's entertainment in return in the form of a free weekly DVD rental. Customers who bring in two cans of food get three weekly DVD rentals in return.
2009 Cans4Films Festival
1 can = 1 free weekly rental
2 cans = 3 free weekly rentals
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Health, Wealth, Style |
| Date: | '7th July- 9th July' |
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| Time: | 6pm arrival for a 6.30pm start |
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| Fee: | $35 per person includes drunk on arrival and canapes |
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| Booking: | email: admin@ovariancancer.net.au or call 1300 660 334 |
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Ovarian Cancer Australia invites you to join us for an empowering evening featuring guest speakers who are leaders in the fields of Health, Wealth and Style.
Melbourne
7th July
Melbourne Marriott
Cnr Exhibition and Londsale St Melbourne
Sydney
8th July
Sydney Stamford Hotel
93 Macquarie St Sydney
Brisbane
9th July
Brisbane Stamford Plaza Hotel
Cnr Edward and Margaret St Brisbane |
Variety's Children's Charity Bash |
| Venue: | Sydney Opera House at Bennelong Point |
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| Date: | '16th August-25th August' |
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| Booking: | Varietynsw.org.au |
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This year's 25th anniversary event will be a bit of a re-enactment of the very first Bash, in that it too will depart from the Sydney Opera House at 'Bennelong Point,' on (16th August arriving at Broken Hill on 25th August).
The Bash is not a race or rally but rather a drive in the outback with like-minded fund raisers, driving miles for the smiles, enjoying travelling to parts of Australia that they may not otherwise see, at the same time as raising money to support kids in need. While there are few rules, blatant cheating and bribery are not only allowed but encouraged and bashers must be in a pre 1972 vehicle, decorated as weird and wonderfully as possible!
The trip will travel some of Australia's remotest regions, detouring through Woomera, Alice Springs and the notorious Oodnadatta track east of Coober Pedy, onto their final destination of Broken Hill.
Variety Bashes Australia wide last year raised over $8 million and Variety NSW this year have set a goal of raising $2 million net during its 11 day adventure. Each year Variety receives an overwhelming amount of appeals from individuals, associations, institutions, hospitals and schools. All appeals are carefully and thoughtfully considered by their volunteer committees and once a grant is approved, Variety makes direct payment. In 2008, Variety granted 296 appeals and over $13 million was given to help individual children, hospitals, schools, community groups and charitable organisations. |
Sorbent Arcade Challenge |
Calling all Pac Man lovers, it's time to resurrect your gamer skills in the name of charity.
For the third consecutive year Sorbent is joining forces with Cancer Council to support Daffodil Day, and has created a novel and exciting way to raise additional funds with the 'Sorbent Arcade Challenge'.
Sorbent will donate money to the Cancer Council on behalf of each game's top scorers.
Challenge your family and friends to a game at Sorbentdaffodilday.com.au and help the one in two Australians who are diagnosed with cancer. |
Comedy in Action - Live comedy for a good cause! |
| Venue: | Comedy Store Sydney The Entertainment Quarter - Moore Park (Formerly Fox Studios) |
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| Date: | 'Wednesday 12th August ' |
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| Fee: | Wed $15.00 (ticket inclusive and $3 drinks 6-8pm) |
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| Booking: | Comedy Store Sydney Box Office 02 9357 1419 Comedystore.com.au |
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All proceeds from Wednesday 12th August at the Comedy Store will go to Mission in Action.
Mission in Action (MIA) is situated on 10 acres on the outskirts of Nakuru, Rift Valley Province, Kenya in East Africa. MIA is currently raising funds to
assist with many projects including a nursery school and a community centre having already completed several community projects including water
tanks, a maternity ward, a children's playground and irrigation for the growth of fresh produce.
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Awareness Walk around Parramatta Park |
| Date: | 'Sunday 30th August' |
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| Time: | from 11am |
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| Booking: | vcfsfa.org.au |
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VCFS (Velo Cardio Facial Syndrome) affects 1 in 2000 births and is the 2nd most common genetic disorder after Down Syndrome. It is extremely common but rarely heard of!
To raise money for VCFS joing Melinda Gainsford-Taylor, Benn Dunn (Racing V8 Ute Driver), 5 of Australia's best known Plus Size Models and the Parramatta Eels attending the walk. There will be a petting zoo, kids rides and a sausage sizzle. |
The Children's Hospital at Westmead annual Teddy Bears' Picnic |
| Venue: | Rosehill Gardens |
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| Date: | '18th October' |
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| Time: | 10:30am |
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| Fee: | $15 each or $50 for a family of four (children 1 year and above require a ticket for entry). |
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| Booking: | from Ticketmaster online or call 136 100. |
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The Teddy Bears' Picnic is on again! Support The Children's Hospital at Westmead by joining us on Sunday 18 October at Rosehill Gardens for the biggest and best Teddy Bears' Picnic yet!
All the fun and excitement kicks off from 10:30am and there will be plenty of activities and entertainment for the whole family. Don't miss the three hour Centre Stage concert featuring premier children's entertainment, as well as the all-time favourite activities including jumping castles, face painting and the Bear Clinic.
You can also grab an autograph from the Channel 7 celebrities, enjoy school performances and Picnic Popstars on the School Stage or just enjoy the free rides all day!
Be sure to visit the Teddy Bears Picnic website Teddybearspicnic.com.au where a full list of activities and performers will be updated leading up to the event. |
2009 Variety 4WD Experience |
| Date: | '9th to 14th November.' |
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| Fee: | $6,300 for two includes a $3,000 fully tax deductible donation to Variety |
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| Booking: | varietynsw.org.au |
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The 2009 Variety 4WD Experience is a six day, 1,253 kilometre adventure starting on the coast in Narooma in NSW on Sunday 9th November (and finishing up in Canberra on Saturday 14th November) - providing a picturesque and central starting point for a holiday for adventurous couples, families and friends from Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra!
The Surf to Turf is the brainchild of Variety, the Children's Charity, to create a real adventure for like minded 4WD owners with the feel good benefit of raising much needed funds for kids in need. |
Pink Ribbon Breakfast fundraising campaign |
| Date: | 'until Oct 30.' |
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| Booking: | pinkribbonbreakfast.org.au |
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Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) gives you another reason why you should never skip it!
What is a Pink Ribbon Breakfast?
It's a fun get-together of friends, family, workmates and the local community to celebrate the achievements of breast cancer research and raise funds. Anyone in Australia can host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast in their home, workplace or community hall - anywhere that is convenient for you. We provide you with an information pack to help make your breakfast a huge success! Breakfasts are held in October (Breast Cancer Month) on or around Pink Ribbon Day (Monday 26th October)
This is the 7th year of the Pink Ribbon Breakfast Campaign and to date our Australia-wide hosts have raised over $10million for breast cancer research. However there is still much more work to be done with 1 in 9 women expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85. By hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast you can make a direct contribution to stopping this disease that affects mums, wives, sisters, girlfriends and their families. |
Variety Vietnam Hills Trek and Community Project |
| Fee: | Paticipants must fundraise $7,000 to participate in the trip, half of which will go to Variety. The other half covers airfares, tour leaders and accomodation. |
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| Booking: | inspiredadventures.com.au or 02 9262 7882 |
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| Vietnam Trek is also a great substitute for a health resort with around 14 kilometres gentle trekking a day along village paths, part and parcel of the holiday. |
Sports Charity Ball benefiting the McGrath Foundation |
| Venue: | Sydney Convention Centre, Darling Harbour |
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| Date: | 'Thursday 3rd September 2009' |
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| Time: | @ 6:45pm |
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| Fee: | Individual ticket: $ 150 including GST Table of Ten: $1,400 including GST |
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| Booking: | acevents.com.au/charityball or (02) 8907 8555 |
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The Inaugural Sports Charity Ball is an exclusive black tie event, benefiting the McGrath Foundation and held in conjunction with the leading sport industry conference: Sport Business World with keynote speakers Nathan Rees, Peter Holmes a Court, Minister of Sports Hon Kate Ellis, Craig Phillips (Australian Olympic Committee) and several well known CEOs from large sporting bodies.
Guests at the Sports Charity ball will not only enjoy a spectacular, sport-filled evening, but will also have the opportunity to support the work of the McGrath Foundation and by extension, Australian women diagnosed with breast cancer, and their families.
The McGrath Foundation aims to raise funds to place McGrath Breast Care Nurses throughout regional and rural Australia, as well as increasing breast awareness among Australian women, especially those under 40.
Although this is a black tie event, guests are encouraged to wear a splash of pink to show their support for the McGrath Foundation. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid in an auction of valuable sports memorabilia, with all proceeds going to the McGrath Foundation.
With Special VIP Guests:
David Williams -NRL player for the Manly Sea Eagles
Layne Beachley -7 Time World Surfing Champion
Stephanie Rice -Olympic Gold Medal Winner
Sophie Lavers -Miss World Australia
Craig Foster -Sports Presenter SBS TV
Mark Beretta MC for the event Sports Anchor for Channel 7
Sam Kekovich After dinner speaker Lamb fanatic and former AFL great |
Party4Poverty |
| Venue: | The Lounge, Cargo Bar |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday, 1st September' |
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| Time: | 6pm |
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Held in The Lounge, Cargo Bar at 6pm on Tuesday, 1st September, the event is in support of the Abhilasha Project, a non-profit organisation dedicated to change in India and throughout the developing world by focusing on education.
Abhilasha, meaning 'hope' in Hindi is what has inspired the theme for this upcoming event and all funds raised will go towards the Abhilasha Project's current project, which focuses on building a new school for underprivileged, handicapped children in Rajnandgaon, India.
Party4Poverty also aims to give hope to the aspiring Australian designers seeking a big break in the cut-throat rag trade industry by providing a stage for them to showcase their talent and by giving them an opportunity to make a dramatic entrance into the fashion world.
Mok Theorem, who has donated a jacket from their latest collection worth $300 for the lucky door prize, will be joined by Kylie Hawkes, Ellen Bartels, Emily Flemming, Serene Aguirre, Lioness28, Amy Lea Taylor, Illyrian Jeans, De vere Designs, and Anastasia Suyanti and the catwalk will be featuring Miss World Australia 2009 Sophie Lavers and other finalists. |
'B' shed to Byron Bay, Variety Bash back in 2010 |
| Date: | 'Departure from Sydney again on August 22nd 2010' |
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| Time: | 7.00am |
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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. |
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