Showing posts with label festivities. Show all posts
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Saturday, December 08, 2012

Christmas Events


CAROLS ON THE BEACH

Presented by GoldLinQ Gold Coast Light Rail

The inaugural Carols on the Beach brings you the first ever beachfront Carols by Candlelight on the Gold Coast. Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy an evening of song with the whole family, spending a summer night under the stars in Surfers Paradise.
With a line-up of stars from TV hits Australia's Got Talent, The Voice and X Factor including headliner Jack Vidgen, plus Andrew Wishart, Emma Birdsall and David De Vito, there's something for every boy and girl to sing along to. And if you're lucky, you might just get a peek of the big man himself!
In a magical end to the night, Surfers Paradise will light up with fireworks, spreading the Christmas cheer to all.
Date: Sunday 23 December, 2012
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Address: Surfers Paradise Beach, end of Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217
Phone: (07) 5584 3700



CHRISTMAS IN SURFERS PARADISE

Presented by GoldLinQ Gold Coast Light Rail

LOONEY TUNES STAGE SHOW & CHRISTMAS DISPLAY

See the new Cavill Mall light up this Christmas, as the weather warms up for a great Australian Christmas on the Gold Coast.
The family event introduces Santa to the beach, transforming his sleigh into a surfboat pulled by six white kangaroos. Don't forget to post your Christmas letter, and snap a photo with the man in red!
Alongside Santa's surfboat sleigh will be nine nights of free entertainment, headlined by the Looney Tunes Christmas Show, in Cavill Mall. See Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Tweetie Bird and all their friends as they bring holiday cheer in a Christmas themed song and dance show.
And while you're enjoying the sights and sounds of Surfers Paradise, keep an eye out for roving musical performers, as they deliver Christmas joy, and light up Surfers Paradise with A Capella renditions of your favourite Christmas carols. 
The great Aussie summer is here to stay, so bring the family or gather your friends and enjoy the spectacle and fun of balmy Christmas nights in Surfers Paradise.
DATE & TIME
Thursday 13th, Friday 14th, Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th, Thursday 20th, Friday 21st, Saturday 22nd and Monday 24th December:
  • Santa appearances in the Mall - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Looney Tunes Christmas Stage Show - 6:00pm - 6:30pm
  • Looney Tunes Christmas Meet & Greet - 7pm
  • Looney Tunes Christmas Stage Show - 8:00pm - 8:30pm
LOCATION
Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise



Christmas Carols St Lucia

9 December 2012

Where:  Ironside School Hall, Corner of Hawken Drive & Central Avenue, St Lucia

This is an all ages event and is free to the public.

St Lucia Bible Church are hosting Christmas Carols! All are welcome to come along to enjoy a night of free entertainment and get in the Christmas spirit.
Running times:
5:00pm - Start the fun! There will be games and fun for children of all ages.
5:30pm - Dinner will be gourmet roast chicken wraps (gold coin donation).
6:30pm - Carols! There will be singing, a nativity story and a Christmas message.
7:45pm - Supper.
Hope to see you there!



Broadbeach Christmas Carols


Broadbeach Christmas Carols, Gold Coast, 15 December 2012

Time: Saturday, 15 December 6pm-1:30pm
Where: Kurrawa Beach, Old Burleigh Rd, Gold Coast

This is an all ages free event.

Celebrate the most special time of the year with the Broadbeach Christmas Carols, presented by Broadbeach Alliance and Executive Producer Allister McCormick and proudly supported by Pacific Fair Shopping Centre and 92.5 Gold FM.
Enjoy a spectacular evening filled with live entertainment from a variety of performers. Join us in celebrating the spirit of Christmas under the stars in this fantastic free evening concluding with an amazing fireworks display. 



Flipside Circus Christmas Cabaret

Flipside Circus Christmas Cabaret, Brisbane, 15 December 2012


When: Sat 15 Dec, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Where: Flipside Circus Training Centre, 119 Mina Pde, Brisbane

This is an R18 event and tickets cost $40 per adult and can be purchased from Buy Tickets – 07 3352 7233.


Perfect for end of year break ups, work Christmas parties or just getting a group of friends together for a great night out (minus the kids).

Tickets are $40 each or book a table for 8 for $300. Canapés, glass of champagne, popcorn and fairy floss included. A small cash bar will also be available.





Burleigh Community Christmas Carols

Gold Coast, 9 December 2012

Where: Burleigh Sports Club Oval, 111 Christine Avenue, Gold Coast

This is an all ages free event.

29th Annual Burleigh Rotary Community Christmas Carols, proudly presented by Rotary Club of Burleigh Heads Inc.
Family fun, kids activities, market stalls, show bags, food from 3pm. Carols from 5pm, hosted by Gold FM’s ‘Bridge’ as MC. Visit from Santa plus fireworks at 8:30pm.
Artists include: Tap Dogs, Dean Vegas, Wickety Wak Boys, Elizabeth Lord, John McSweeney, Daniel Mallari, Petrina Zaphir, Hyped Performers, Sh Boom, Athena College, Colleen Fitzgerald Dancers, The Voice Weavers, Savannah, Samantha Mooney, Burleigh Heads State School Choir
Free Shuttle Buses will be running from 3pm-5pm and return 8:30pm-9: 30pm from:
- Lower Gold Coast Highway - Burleigh Heads State School,
- Treetops Shopping Centre, Classic Way
- Christine Corner Christine Ave bus stop

If there are any other events please let me know.  I'll also update as I get more information.

Happy holidays everyone! 





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Friday, November 16, 2012

Upcoming events in Queensland

Some of the following upcoming events were taken from the Events Queensland website.  Just in time for the weekend!  Make the effort get out there and support this great state!

Townsville - Friday 16-Sunday 18 November


PBR Troy Dunn Invitational

The PBR Troy Dunn Invitational not only the best bulls from all around Australia, it also features the highest world ranked Australian and International riders, which combine to deliver the highest calibre of competition available on Australian soil.
With state of the art lighting, pyrotechnics and visual display this event puts on a rock concert style production.


Please check the following website for further details: http://www.pbraustralia.com/index.cfm/id/26/Australian-Cup/



Gold Coast - Sunday 18 November


2012 Gold Coast Car Show

A day out for the whole family! Food, live entertainment, rides, competitions, demonstrations and stalls.
See the colour and class of this fantastic display of cars from the 1900s to the latest makes and models. Featuring Vintage, Muscle Cars, Classic Cars, Street, Hot Rods, Dragsters, 4x4s, Utes, Trucks and Bikes.
Special appearances: Local band Fingerprints, the Surfers Paradise Drag Racing Team, 4x4 Demonstration, Mower Racing, Queensland Fire Brigade Rescue Operation, Massive Swap Meet, Trade Stalls and Merchandise.
PUBLIC ENTRY: $10.00.Children under 12 free accompanied by paying  Adults. Open from 7am.
The Gold Coast Car Show returns to the Mudgeeraba Showgrounds -Sunday, 18th November 2012! Hundreds of cars, motorbikes & trucks will converge on the grounds for a great day to inspire, admire and excite car enthusiasts and spectators of all ages.
For further information visit http://www.goldcoastcarshow.com.au.

Kingscliff - 24 November

2012 Triathlon Multisport Weekend

The Triathlon will welcome over 900 competitors from all ages and fitness levels.  This is a great event in a beautiful spot.  Why not bring the whole family down and enjoy the wonderful beachside community of Kingscliff only 40 minutes from Byron Bay and 10 minutes from the Gold Coast.
For further information please visit their website.

Emerald Lakes - 17-18 November

Gold Coast Festival of Cycling

A weekend full of cycling and community events.  The ride will take you on a 102km loop from Emerald Lakes at Carrara through Nerang to Oxenford where the tough 6km climb up to Mt Tamborine (Eagle Heights) starts. Take a look back when you get to the top to see what all the hard work was for.  For those who want something less intense & challenging there is also the Piccolo Fondo, 50km, staying on the flatter roads but taking in the foothills of Beechmont in the second half. There is also a kids mini fondo along Lakeside Drive.
At the finish you can rack your bike, kick off your shoes and relax with a drink, something to eat and plenty of entertainment and activities at the GCFoC Community Day. There will also be presentations of King & Queen of the Mountains, Corporate & Club team prizes plus plenty of random draws with awesome prizes from our sponsors.
So REGISTER NOW & come to the Gold Coast - bring your family, bring your bike and get ready for the biggest and best cycling weekend Australia has ever seen!
Further details available at Gold Coast Festival of Cycling.

Brisbane - Friday 23 November

2012 Asia Pacific Screen Awards

Roll out the red carpet! The international film industry will gather to celebrate outstanding works of the world's emerging powerhouse of film when the sixth annual Asia Pacific Screen Awards (APSAs) returns to Queensland.
The APSAs, the Asia-Pacific region's highest accolade in film, is a cultural initiative of the Queensland Government, through Events Queensland, in collaboration with CNN International, UNESCO and FIAPF-International Federation of Film Producers Associations. 
The awards celebrate cultures and cinematic achievement across 70 countries and areas of Asia-Pacific - a region which is populated by four billion people and responsible for half the world's film output.

Ipswich - Saturday 15 December

The Handmade Expo

The Handmade Expo has called Ipswich home for the last 5 years.  It started out at the Ipswich Showgrounds and has now expanded to the Ipswich Turf Club in Bundamba.  It is a monthly event and the next date is 15 December.  Check out their website for further contact and further details.


Moonie - Saturday 24 November

The Moonie Yabbie Races

If you haven't already booked your ticket on the Fun Bus - make sure you secure your seat soon at $50 per return trip from Dalby or Toowoomba.

This year Mark Bergin from the central coast of NSW will be coming to entertain with his acoustic & electric guitar, harmonica and stomp box.    Mark delivers an awesome live sound and will have you up dancing in no time!

Saturday, 24th November will be the seventh time the Moonie Sports Club hosts their annual event but it’s the first year the Yabbies reveal their very own website, check out www.moonieyabbieraces.com.au. 

If there are any events you would like me to mention or write about here please let me know.  I'm also happy to post other peoples reviews of events, books, movies etc...



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Monday, October 29, 2012

Halloween Recipes!


Yesterday, I had the most entries ever on this blog in 1 day!  I'm soooo excited!  Now I just have to wait for my first comment!

Unfortunately, this is the last entry dedicated to Zombies!  And because it's still 2 days before Halloween I'm also going to throw in a few Halloween related suggestions as well.

Yesterday, when I was researching Halloween I came across some awesome recipes.  This issue is dedicated to Zombie and Halloween recipes.

The CSR website has some awesome recipes to prepare for that Halloween get together.

Sticky 'Bat' Wings

Carrot Cake Pop Skulls


Chocolate Mousse with Gingerbread Gravestones


Meringue Bones with Blood-Red Raspberry Dipping Sauce


Haunted Gingerbread House