Free Australia Day Breakfast at Wynnum Manly Foreshore

There probably is no better way to celebrate Australia Day than for the community to spend time together.

Locals in Manly can have just that, with their annual free Australia Day breakfast event happening once again at the Bandstand Park on the Wynnum Manly Foreshore.

Attendees can expect a fun day filled with live entertainment and great food. There will be a sausage sizzle, pancakes, popcorn and snow cones. Kids and grown-ups are sure to have a grand time on the free amusement rides.

The free event is organised by local community groups and hosted by Cr Peter Cumming with the help of the Brisbane City Council and local businesses. The event will kick off at 7:30 a.m.

Event Details

What: Australia Day Breakfast
When: Friday 26 January 2018
From 7:30 a.m.
Where: George Clayton Park (also known as Bandstand Park)
Lower Esplanade, Manly
Cost: FREE

The Australia Day event will include live performances on stage and a children’s show. There will be face-painting for the kids and prizes to be won at exciting games, so the kids will surely be entertained the whole time.

Locals can bring their picnic rug and chair to watch the entertainment.

Location

The Mad Hatters Bookshop Presents Activities for School Holiday Season

Parents need not worry about keeping their kids busy this school holiday season because The Mad Hatters Bookshop has the whole of December planned out. All you have to do is to bring the kiddos around. This charming local bookstore at the corner of Stratton Tce and Cambridge Pde, Manly is hosting two book launches, several Christmas craft workshops, a party, and their regular story-time sessions.

Credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop Facebook

“Malibu and the Naughty Elf” Book Launch on 9th of December at 10:30 a.m.

Credit: Michell Worthington Facebook

“Malibu and the Naughty Elf” is the next installation in the series of books titled “Three Legged Kangaroo from Uluru” published by the Big Sky Publishing. Children are advised to come dressed in their favourite Christmas clothes. Cupcakes and other sweet treats will be served and Santa might come for a visit.

Australian author and advocate of children’s literacy Michelle Worthington will be coming by for a storytime session, with book-signing afterwards. Her many accolades include winning the 2014 International Book Awards for hardcover Fiction Picture Book for “Each the Same”. You can read more about her here.

Sock Snowman on 11th of December at 10:30 a.m.

The Mad Hatters bookshop Facebook

For $5, kids can attend a workshop where they can learn to make Snowman from their old socks. Parents can do their Christmas gift shopping at the bookstore while the kids are busy working.

“Esme’s Wish” Book Launch on 16th December at 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop Facebook

“Esme’s Wish” is a teen fantasy and mystery fiction which tackles the themes of loss and friendship. Cupcakes will be served and author Elizabeth Foster will be coming by to sign her books for the crowd.

Reviews for “Esme’s Wish”

“I found the story very unique… this book overtook my expectations… A beautiful, fantastical mystery. I would love to read multiple books following this one.”
– Tamsyn, 15

“This colorful, well-constructed tale is as much detective story as fantasy and deftly blends both elements into a page-turning plot… I was fascinated by the creative water world of Aeolia, described in Elizabeth Foster’s limpid, seductive prose.”
– Sarah Scheele for Readers’ Favorite 5 STARS


Credit: Esme’s Wish YouTube

Stars Wars Party on 17th of December at 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop Facebook

For $35, children will learn how to play the Star Wars Destiny Trading Game. Party goers who will buy Star Wars products on the day will be entitled to $5 voucher for all of their purchased.

Christmas House Workshop on 19th of December at 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop Facebook

For $20, kids six years old and above will learn to build and design their own Christmas house. Booking is recommended as slots are limited for this workshop.

Check this out for the complete timetable of events at The Mad Hatters Bookshop, including their regular story time sessions:

Credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop Facebook

The Mad Hatters Bookshop is at Shop 3 Manly 7 Day Markets, corner of Stratton Tce and Cambridge Pde Manly, Queensland

What’s On in Manly Harbour Village for December

Manly Harbour Village welcomes the Christmas month with Manly Creative Markets, Jan Powers Farmers Markets, Free Movies in the Park, and a new oyster bar.

Manly Creative Markets
Credit: Manly Harbour Village Facebook

Manly Creative Markets, a place where local and regional creative talents showcase their craft or activity and entrepreneurial flair, happens on all five Sundays of December this year, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Amazing food, coffee shop, entertainment, kid’s rides, bakery, arts, crafts, plants, fresh fruits and vegetables, massage sessions, and even dog washes await families and peers at Little Bayside Park, Manly.

Fresh farmers’ produce
Credit: Jan Powers Farmers Markets Instagram

Jan Powers Farmers Markets, which happens every 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the months, is back on the 2nd and 16th of December. As always, stalls can be found at the Little Bayside park, right on the water adjacent to the Manly Harbour. The market has always been known for selling seasonal farm fresh produce, seafood, meats, cakes, breads, olives, spices, oils, honey, curry powders, coffee, and smoothies.

Four-piece brownie gift boxes
Credit: Bayside Brownie Company

Bayside Brownie Company has started accepting orders for their four-piece brownie gift boxes. Pick up points are at both Manly Creative Markets and Jan Powers Farmers Markets.


Credit: Disney Movie Trailers YouTube

Jim Carrey’s film in 2009, “A Christmas Carol”, is showing at this month’s Free Movies in The Park, which happens every Saturday of the month. The event runs until the 3rd of February 2018. Show starts at 9:00 p.m.

“A Christmas Carol” won the Kid’s Choice Awards for favourite Voice from an Animated Movie back in 2009. Here is an excerpt from the film’s synopsis:

“Though London awaits the joyful arrival of Christmas, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge (Jim Carrey) thinks it’s all humbug, berating his faithful clerk and cheerful nephew for their view. Later, Scrooge encounters the ghost of his late business partner, who warns that three spirits will visit him this night. The ghosts take Scrooge on a journey through his past, present and future in the hope of transforming his bitterness”.

Fresh oysters from Australian waters, including rock oysters and pacific oysters, that are only shucked upon order
Credit: Shucks Bar Facebook

Shucks Bar welcomes oysters lovers daily after a successful soft opening on 17th of November. The place offers fresh oysters from Australian waters, including rock oysters and pacific oysters, that are only shucked upon order, hence the bar’s name. The bar is located on the Esplanade at bayside Manly.

Christmas Comes Early With Brisbane Bayside End of Year Celebration in Manly

The Brisbane Bayside End of Year Celebration is happening on 17 November at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, 578 Royal Esplanade, Manly. The early Christmas Party welcomes local residents, online and offline business owners, and small, medium, home-based, brick-and-mortar entrepreneurs who do not have an end of year celebration to attend.

Tickets are inclusive of two drinks and canapés. Sales end on 15 November at exactly 4:00 p.m.

Attendees will be qualified to join raffles with amazing prizes at stake. Up for grabs are the following:

This place takes pride in being the newest coffee club in Brisbane. It offers all-day breakfast, lunches, and their signature coffee blends. There is a separate takeaway menu from the daily meal menu. The place can also be booked for large events.

The establishment specialises in servicing and repairing all types of bicycles, as well as selling dependable and quality bike parts and accessories. Owners are also conducting workshops about bike fitting and bike maintenance. The most attractive service they offer, however, is the Personal Shopping Service where they help clients to purchase bikes.

  •         $89 worth of Sterling Silver infinity necklace and matching ring from Wynnum Fine Jewellers

The business is owned and operated by a family who can customise and repair jewellery.

Review:

Perry’s Fruit Market and Juice Bar is a known supplier of fresh produce for restaurants, cafes, pubs, schools, and events both in the Wynnum and Bayside area. It has been in business for more than 40 years. Just recently, it added a Juice Bar and a Gourmet Deli line.

The DogSense Personal Dog Training & Pet Services is run by a dog trainer with 13 years of experience in Positive Reinforcement Obedience & Behavioural Training. This technique employs positive reinforcement when training dogs. It does not use aversive methods that involve physically hurting pets.

Review:

The Brisbane Bayside End of Year Celebration will be photographed by Jack Hart. Jack is a talented student at the Queensland College of Art who moonlights as a photographer for corporate headshots, commercial based advertising shoots, and product shots. He also shoots for sports, travel, and lifestyle events. Jack dreams of working with Nat Geo and Getty Sports in the future.

Jack Hart Photography
Credit: Jack Hart Instagram

To purchase tickets for this year-end celebration, click here.

Get Ready for the Kerbside Collection in Manly and Manly West

Manly and Manly West are up for the next Kerbside Collection on Monday, the 13th of November. It’s the time of the year again to get rid of the big clutter, including big pieces of furniture and appliances, that will not fit the wheelie bins. Start packing and getting organise as early as possible to avoid inconveniences during the weekend before the collection.

 

Take note of the guidelines.

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There are rules! Don’t ever think of haphazardly getting rid of all the clutter you’ll find. That is a big “NO”. Before packing and piling up the items, don’t forget to take a good look at the list of acceptable and unacceptable items. Aside from the furniture and appliances, you can also take out those carpets, rugs, electronic waste, and even your old bicycles.

There might be “tons” of unwanted items you need to get rid of, but there is a limit. The Council will only collect the piles that are not larger than two cubic metres, which is equivalent to a small trailer load. This is made possible to ensure that everyone in the neighbourhood will be able to use the Kerbside Collection service.

 

Start early in sorting out the items.

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You still have few days to declutter. You better start sorting out all the items you would like to get rid off. You can start sorting out little by little everyday to avoid altering your daily schedule. Always start with small items and small clutter before starting to organise the big stuff. That way, you will be able to organise everything from Day 1 up to the big Collection Day.

Sort out everything you want to dispose. The Council only allows a certain limit but there are other places where you can take the unwanted items if you are beyond the limit.

 

Designate proper storage places.

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You can use both trash bags and boxes. It really doesn’t matter. However, to keep everything organised and “damage-proof”, rugs, carpets, and the likes should be placed inside trash bags to allow more room as these items can be compressed. Items like electric waste and sporting waste can be properly sealed in boxes to prevent damages.

Don’t forget to place labels and properly stack the boxes and trash bags. The Council also obliges the residents to remove all doors of refrigerators and cupboards. You can remove the doors of usable furniture a day before the collection, to allow the scavengers to pick up something intact off your kerb.

 

Take the items out the weekend before the collection.

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Take the items out the earliest possible time you are allowed to “market” the items to the scavengers. Neatly pile the items up, allowing room for the pathways and the roads. Always remember to properly seal and cover your pile in case of unwanted weather conditions. As a courtesy, arrange the items in a way that these can be easily lifted by two people.

 

Measure the pile again and get rid of the excess.

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Check your pile for the very last time after the scavenger hunting. There might be a scavenger who found something off your kerb, so measure the pile again. If there is, take out some more items and properly stack it on the existing pile.

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Remember that you packed everything? If there are excess items, consider recycling and donating. To recycle, drop these unwanted items to the Resource Recovery Centres and help the environment through reducing landfill.

You can also donate the items that are still usable. There are several organisations that accept donations. This includes National Association of Charitable Recycling Organisations Inc. (NACRO), the peak organisation that holds several charities and tip shops all over Australia.

Photo credit: GIVIT – Goods For Good Cause/Facebook

You can also GIVIT! It is a national non-profit virtual organisation that supports all agencies, services, and charities in Australia to store, sort out, and distribute the donations to specific individuals or communities who exactly need the items.

Road Closures to be Implemented to Give Way to the Manly Harbour Halloween Street Party

Manly Harbour Village will be celebrating their Halloween Street Party soon, one of the biggest parties in the village. To make the Halloween Street Party happen, there will be several road closures and several changes on the traffic conditions.

 

Event Details

Date Saturday, 28 October
Time 11:00 a.m.
Venue Manly Harbour Village Precinct (The Esplanade)
Tickets FREE

 

Road Closures

Photo credit: Manly Harbour Village/Facebook

On Saturday, parts of the Esplanade, Royal Esplanade, Cambridge Parade, Stratton Terrace, Cardigan Parade, and Ferguson Street will be closed for the annual street party. If you plan on going to the party, it’s better to leave your cars at home. Finding a car park space near the Manly Train Station is also recommended. Manly Station is only a 500-metre walk to the event.

Here are the roads affected by closures during the Manly Harbour Halloween Street Party.

 

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Esplanade From Cambridge Parade to Fairlead Crescent
Royal Esplanade From Cambridge Parade to Benalla Street
Cambridge Parade From Esplanade to Melville Terrace
Stratton Terrace Cardigan Parade to Manly Hotel (first driveway)
Cardigan Parade Stratton Terrace to Esplanade

 

11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Cambridge Parade From Arnold Street/Melville Terrace intersection to Carlton Terrace
Ferguson Street Cambridge Parade to Carlton Terrace
Photo credit: Manly Harbour Village/Facebook

There will be a street parade from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., which will require closure of the Esplanade, from Fairlead Crescent to Nelson Parade. This will be a no vehicle access parade. Customers that will need access to the Fairlead Crescent before 6:00 p.m. and after 7:00 p.m. should contact the venues directly.

 

Manly Harbour Halloween Street Party

Photo credit: Manly Harbour Village

If you’re in Manly and you wish to celebrate Halloween, dress up and join the family-friendly and alcohol-free Manly Harbour Halloween Street Party. A street party also means street food! Manly Hotel proudly brings Harbourside Eat Streets to the street party. The Esplanade will be transformed into foodie haven, where you can find different food trucks and stalls that will offer different street food from all over the world!

Photo credit: Manly Harbour Village

Over 100 market stalls will be featured at the street party. The amusement rides and free movie at the park at 7:00 p.m. may keep the kids entertained throughout the event, but it’s the Australia’s largest mobile Ferris Wheel that will leave them in awe.

Competitions including pumpkin carving and best dressed will always be a part of the
extravagant Halloween event. The stage will feature heaps of entertainment. Don’t forget the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron’s on-water displays — five hours of pure entertainment.

A “spooktacular” fireworks display set to music will conclude the Halloween Street Party.

HALLOWEEN MAGIC // This year the Wynnum Herald Main Stage is set for its biggest entertainment program yet at the Manly Harbour Village Halloween Street Party 2016! Opening at 1pm with non-stop entertainment until fireworks at 9pm. A Spooky Spectacular Street Party!For more information visit www.manlyharbourvillage.com#mhvhalloween16 #manlyharbourvillage

Posted by Manly Harbour Village on Friday, October 14, 2016

 

Visit the event page or the Manly Harbour Village website and Facebook page for further details and updates.

Events to Watch Out for in Manly This Week

September is almost over! This week  will be full of exciting events, from family fun days to concerts and festivals. Here are some of the events you should watch for this week.

Tuesday, 26 September

Lah-Lah Having Fun

Tickets:

  • $25.50 – Adult and Children
  • FREE – Children 12 months and under

Time: 10:00 a.m.

Venue: Moreton Bay College

Lah-Lah and her Big Live Band will be celebrating the release of their 2017 SONY Music album, Having Fun, with a concert tour across Australia. More than just a concert, this will be an interactive and educational music tour featuring live music, singing, and dancing.

The event is general admission and the venue will be a flat-floor room with a large space for the kids and parents to sit together. This setup will provide an interactive environment for the children to stand up and participate during the show.

Due to the organiser’s occupational health and safety policy, prams and pushers are not allowed inside the auditorium. There will be a designated “pram parking area” in the foyer of the auditorium.

 

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Wednesday, 27 September

Travel Information Evening

Tickets: FREE

Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Venue: Trendell & Turner Travel Associates – Manly

Photo credit: Travel Associates/Facebook

Trendell & Turner Travel Associates will host a free travel information evening with drinks and nibbles throughout the event. Guest speaker Camille Moore of APT & Travelmarvel will talk about the personalised cruise trips that will explore the diverse regions of South America and Antarctica.

Attendees will also get a chance to win a lucky door prize. Bookings are essential as slots are limited.

 

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Friday, 29 September

Oktoberfest

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Venue: Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron

Photo credit: Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron – Social/Facebook

Oktoberfest hits Manly this Friday! It will be an “all-German” fest with German beer on tap such as Lowenbrau and Carlsberg, German meal specials, and live German music. Watch out and listen closely for the Chicken Dance music. When played, you need to stop whatever you’re doing and do the Chicken Dance. Patrons who will never fail to dance the Chicken Dance will get an exciting prize.

Dress to impress! Don’t forget to wear your Lederhosen and Dirndls.

 

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Sunday, 1 October

Sunday Sounds at the Tide

Tickets: FREE ADMISSION

Time: 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Venue: Tide Wine Bar

Photo credit: Tide Wine Bar/Facebook

Every Sunday, the Tide is celebrating tapa specials; great selection of wines, beers and ciders; and live music. This is a kid-friendly event, so bring them along and have an afternoon of chilled out music, while enjoying the best view in Manly.

 

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Step into the Mini Wonderland of Manly’s The Mad Hatters Bookshop

“Have you any idea why a raven is like a writing desk?” — Mad Hatter

Go down the rabbit hole and enter the mini Wonderland of The Mad Hatters Bookshop. This is a wonderland of books and toys for kids (and adults, too!). Their shelves are full of books written and illustrated by local authors and illustrators. If you can’t find the book you want in their shelves, they can even order it for you.

 

Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

Ann-Marie, an artist and illustrator, created a “children’s reading nook” with a rolling hill, forest, and a fairy castle background. This area is even decorated with log cushions, mushrooms, and some forest friends like White Rabbit. This section entices a lot of kids to read and play.

Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

Aside from books, The Mad Hatters Bookshop is also a haven full of handmade cards, toys, puzzles, puppets, and other gift ideas. The books, gift items, and the wonderland ambiance invite not only the kids, but also the adults to have a “wonder-full” shopping experience.

Of course, one of the exciting features of the little bookshop are the activities for the kids that they have lined up. Following the activity-packed first week of the Spring Holiday, here are the other activities and workshops you don’t want your kids to miss.

 

Fairy House Workshop

Date: Tuesday, 26 September

Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Age: 6 years+

Price: $25

Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

This Fairy House Workshop is an extra holiday class, because the first class was fully-booked. Kids can create and design their very own fairy house using twigs, barks, glitters, and some sprinkle of fairy dust. This can boost their creativity and imagination.

 

Monopoly Party

Date: Wednesday, 27 September

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Price: $50
Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

The Mad Hatters Bookshop will also host a special monopoly class this Spring Holiday. You can leave the big kids and they’ll be entertained in playing the monopoly. They’ll learn the real rules of the game. Also,the children will take home their own copy of Monopoly and these are special editions.

If you don’t want a copy of the Monopoly game, you can just book a class for $20. Little kids can also join a dedicated workshop for younger kids.

 

Aleesah Darlison Junior Writing Class

Date: Thursday, 28 September

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.

Age: 6-9 years

Price: $30

Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

Guest author Aleesah Darlison will host a mini workshop for little kids to explore the world of storytelling and basic writing. They will learn some fundamental skills on how to develop a good story. Kids will surely have fun, because they’ll also get a $10 Voucher for one of Aleesah’s books.

 

Book Launch: Fox and Moonbeam by Aleesah Darlison

Date: Thursday, 28 September

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Age: ALL

Price: FREE

Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

After the Junior Writing Workshop, Aleesah will launch her book “Fox and Moonbeam”, a story about a fox and a rabbit who don’t fit in. It’s an enchanting tale of friendship and courage. Aleesah will also read the book and sign everyone’s copy. There are activities and prizes that includes a “Prize Book Pack” of Aleesah’s titles.

 

Aleesah Darlison Picture Book Writing Class

Date: Thursday, 28 September

Time: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Age: 9 years+

Price: $45

Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

This is a more comprehensive writing class for the bigger kids. They will learn how to write a picture book from beginning to end. This is a great opportunity for the kids to channel their inner writer and craft an amazing story. They’ll also get a $10 Voucher for one of Aleesah’s books.

 

Pokemon Party

Date: Friday, 29 September

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Price: $35
Photo credit: The Mad Hatters Bookshop/Facebook

This is the second and the LAST Pokemon Party for the kids this Spring Holiday. Children will learn how to play Pokemon games and Pokemon monopoly. They’ll also be able to participate in the Pokemon Quiz. Kids will be able to take home a Pokemon full card pack and they’ll receive a $5 Gift Voucher for all the Pokemon products on the day.

 

Book a Workshop

 

Visit The Mad Hatters Bookshop website and Facebook page to stay updated. Better yet, visit them at Shop 3, 7 Days Markets, 50 Cambridge Parade, Manly. They’re open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Saturday, and 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Sunday.

So, why is the raven like a writing desk?

“I haven’t the slightest idea.” — Mad Hatter

Lewis Carroll said, “Because it can produce a few notes, though they are very flat; and it is never put with the wrong end in front.”

Gear Up Your Volkswagen @ the Wynnum Manly Bandstand Park

The Wynnum Manly Bandstand Park will witness a day full of action as the Volkswagen Drivers Club of QLD (VWDCQ) hosts their 31st Action Day this year. It’s happening on Sunday, 10th of September 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

What is VWDCQ?

Photo credit: Volkswagen Drivers Club of QLD Inc./Facebook

The VWDCQ is a community of Volkswagen enthusiasts that is dedicated to promote the newest generation of Volkswagen and the classic older models whose distinct VW look will never go out of style. They aim to foster good fellowship among Volkswagen owners and drivers through meetings and get-togethers. VWDCQ also cooperates with other motor vehicle clubs to further the interests of owners and drivers of these classic cars.

Rev Up and Have Fun

Photo credit: Volkswagen Drivers Club of QLD Inc./Facebook

The gates will open at 9:00 a.m. Do not show off early or make excessive noises as the event moved the start time back as per the Brisbane City Council’s condition. The presentation will start at 1:30 p.m. and the event will officially close at 2:00 p.m.

The Queensland Cartel will be back this year. It is also a community of car enthusiasts that loves old school vehicles like Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, BMW, and Mercedes Benz. Just like last year, they will showcase their old and new models of Volkswagen.

Photo credit: Volkswagen Drivers Club of QLD Inc./Facebook

Aside from the cars, there will be plenty of picnic food such as sausage sizzles, BBQs, cold drinks, and a coffee van. The playground and the picnic shelters will be open for the whole family to witness the action on the park. The site is disabled access; prams and wheelchairs can access the site.

Registration

Photo credit: Volkswagen Drivers Club of QLD Inc./Facebook

The VWDCQ Action Club 2017 is open to the public. Marvel at the gorgeous line up of VW classic beauties. Those who are interested to display their cars at the show can still register. The entry form can be downloaded on their website or you can register your cars on the day of the event from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The Show and Shine entry is $15 per car.

Bookings are also accepted for trade stalls and sites. The cost of registration is $50 for trade stall, $100 for a trade site and $150 for a trade site, a sponsor category name on trophy, and an advertisement on the club’s magazine for 12 months.

Gear up and rev up your engines for the VWDCQ Action Day 2017. Visit the event page or the VWDCQ website.

Party for a Cause @ Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Manly

The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron will host a fundraising night on Thursday, the 31st of August, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. This is a cocktail party event that will offer live entertainment, inspirational talks, raffles, and a round of complimentary drinks and food platters throughout the night.

Photo credit: José Toussaint/Facebook

Cabaret performers Crazy Bear, all female band Mama Juju, and magicians Jo and Drew of Drace Illusionists will be there to bring live music, entertainment, and add more magic to the fundraising event.

Photo credit: José Toussaint/Facebook

Vicki McClifty, one of the guest speakers, will talk about guiding and nurturing oneself through grief. She is the TV Host and producer of AM Healing my Soul TV.

Beks Thompson of Zen Physi-Yoga is also one of the guest speakers. Her specialty is informing people on how to effectively transform pain and stress into relief, freedom, and happiness.

The Media Queen Aldwyn Altuney will be there, too. Her big passions are promoting positive media and taking positive actions for animals and environment. This has led her to found the Animal Action Day in 2007, an advocacy to raise awareness and respect to animals.

 

Party for a Cause

José Toussaint, local business owner of Creative Treasures at Wynnum Market, organised the fundraising event. One of his goals is to help the charities that support learning difficulties and disabilities.

 

Sailability Bayside Inc.

Photo credit: Nanetta McKeiver/Facebook

Sailability Bayside Inc. is a non-profit organisation affiliated with Sailability Queensland and Sailability Australia. They provide sailing opportunities to people with disabilities. Through these experiences, they aim to bring happiness to and encourage the personal development of the disabled community.

Sailability is an all-volunteer organisation. They get their funds from fundraising events, grants from the government, and donations from clients, businesses and private organisations.

 

The Sycamore School

The Sycamore School is a not-for-profit school based in Alexandra Hills. It provides a safe and healthy environment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They have educational programs for learners from Prep to Year 6. The school also provides allied health support services including therapy sessions and language practice.

ASD is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how a person acts and interacts with others. There are over 10,000 school-aged children diagnosed with ASD in Queensland.

 

Tickets

Photo credit: José Toussaint/Facebook

Tickets cost $29 per person and $49 for double. They can be pre-purchased online or by contacting José Toussaint. There are no kiddie tickets, as this is a 13+ event.

 

 

 

Transport & Parking

Public transport is available in the area. The Stop 82 of Manly is just a 5-minute walk to the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron. Visit the Translink Journey Planner for detailed info about the public transport schedule available on the day.

The venue has a lot of parking spaces, but only vehicles driven by Class C (car) license holders can be parked at the event area. See the parking policy here.

 

Dress Code

Smart-casual attire is highly recommended. Clothes that are comfortable yet suitable for an informal cocktail party are de rigeur for the night.

Entrance to the event
(Photo credit: José Toussaint/Facebook)

Visit the event page for further details and updates on the raffle prizes.