Close to $10,000 raised at local fundraiser

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Without a final figure yet, organisers from Saturday’s Girls Night In fundraiser say they have raised close to $10,000.

Locals Chez McKeating and Marilyn Heberle organised the event to raise money for Perth’s Crawford House.

A total of 150 woman packed Eighth Street’s Activewest Basketball stadium for a night of girly fun.

With fashion parades, displays, giveaways, raffles and entertainment, the Mid West Community got behind the cause to see a whopping total raised.

Crawford House is a home away from home for people who are undergoing treatment for cancer.

Organiser Chez McKeating said she was absolutely blown away with the support of the Mid West community.

“The people in this community are absolutely amazing, they are the ones that spur me on to do things like this,” she said.

“The response we got was absolutely huge and people’s generosity is astounding.

“So many people donated time, food, products and energy to this and I cannot thank them enough!”

Sign up now for the Endure Batavia Triathlon

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Registrations are now open for Geraldton's premier triathlon event.

The Market Creations Endure Batavia Triathlon will be held on April 6 on the Geraldton Foreshore.

There are cash prizes up for grabs for both teams and individuals.

Head to the website to sign up or for more information www.geraldtontriclub.com.au/endure-batavia-triathlon

Air show flies into Geraldton for another year

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The Midwest’s own military and vintage air show returns on March 8, for one day and night only.

From 3pm, enjoy a dazzling air display, helicopter joy flights and aerobatics. Then at dusk thrill to the big band sound and magnificent stage show of the Royal Australian Navy Band – WA Detachment.

Last year they had the audience dancing through the night – even in the rain - and they are returning to Geraldton for another stunning performance. In previous years, Valley View began with the concert and continued with the air and vintage show on the Sunday.

Committee chair Ron Hayward said the action will be packed into one very big and very exciting day.

“We had strong feedback that was what the public wanted, so here it is,” Mr Hayward said.

“Patrons will get all the adrenaline of the air show, followed by an evening of fantastic music.”

Proceeds of the event are shared among Geraldton’s cadet units – Army, Navy and Air Force.

Valley View Summer Concert & Air Display will be held at Northern Gully, just 30kms from Geraldton on Saturday March 8, and tickets are limited.

For full details, visit www.valleyviewvintage.com.au

Australia Day in Dongara and Port Denison

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If you are venturing out to Dongara or Port Denison for the Australia Day weekend, check out what they have on offer! Saturday January 25 will see a BMX Demo with U17 Australian National BMX Champion Aaron Nottle at the Port Denison Skate.

On Sunday January 26 the Shire of Irwin in Partnership with the Dongara Denison Lions Club Inc and Dongara Denison Community Festival Association invites the community for an Australia Day experience on the Port Denison Foreshore.

The event will feature the largest display of fireworks outside the Metropolitan area as well as the Premier's Australia Day Active Citizen Awards.

Other exciting features will include music by Nathan Gaunt, camel rides, market stalls, water slides, face painting and an aerobatic display.

For more information contact the Council's Manager of Community Services Coralie Palmer on 9927 0000 or email manager community@irwin.wa.gov.au

Temporary closure of the Esplanade

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Saturday 25th January 2014 from 12.00pm and reopening on the 27th January 2014 10am The City of Greater Geraldton wishes to advise that the Esplanade will be closed to the public from 12pm on Saturday 25th January and reopening on the 27th January 2014 at 10am.This is to allow for the set up and execution of the fireworks show for Australia Day.

The City regrets any inconvenience and will endeavour to keep disruptions to a minimum.

Please direct all enquiries relating to this road closure to Joanne Panter on 0429 319 495

 

Ken Diehm CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Burnouts you won't get busted for!

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Big thanks to the folks at Geraldton city Speedway, who are providing the community with a legal way to thrash their vehicles without endangering other motorists or pedestrians.

Head to Geraldton City Speedway on Saturday the 18th of January if you're into burnouts!

Geraldton City Speedway are having a burn-out open afternoon starting at 3pm.

Gates will open at 2pm.

Entry is free, though drivers MUST have insurance, which can be purchased on the day.

BBQ and bar will be open.

Would be great to see you there.

Contact Michelle from Geraldton City Speedway on 0427 035 247 for more information.

Meet the Ambassador for Aging

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Well-known and much loved Australian, Noeline Brown, is Australia's Ambassador for Ageing. She is involved in a range of activities and events within the community to:
• Promote positive and active ageing
• Lead promotional activties to ensure our communities valie and respect older people
• Act as a spokesperson for respecting and recognising the contribution made by older people
• Increase awareness about Government services

Ms Brown encourages older Australians to adopt healthy lifestyles and to use social support networks. She also participates in marketing campaigns to raise awareness about the risks of chronic disease.

Come to the Meet Ambassador morning tea

Event Location: Queen Elizabeth II Seniors and Community Centre

Who to contact for enquiries: Kat Williams 99656777

Start Date and Time: 28 Sep 2013 10:00

 

Click here to download the invitation in PDF format.  

 

BIG SKY kicking off today at 5:30pm

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Big Sky Festival Opening today 5.30pm

Introduction: Susan Smith

MC: Geraldine Mellet

Venue: Geraldton Regional Library

Music: Mitch Becker

Come along and celebrate the opening of Big Sky, where you can meet the guests, catch up with friends and plan the weekend ahead.

A special Geraldton launch of local identity Clarrie Cameron’s book of short stories, Elephants in the Bush will be a feature of the evening and will be available for purchase and author signing.

Full program visit: http://library.cgg.wa.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/2013-Big-Sky-2013-Low-Res.pdf

 

 

 

Telethon 2013 Monster Ball

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Midwest Entertainments is teaming up With Spirit FM to bring you the Telethon 2013 Monster Ball. So if you love zombies, The walking Dead, The Rocky Horror show or any kind of monster, get dressed up and have a night never to be forgotten and all raising money for a great cause.

$100 tickets include: beer, wine, soft drinks and canapés. Tickets from Spirit FM and Lets Party.

Me and The Missus will be performing at The Telethon Monster Ball before Perth band Easy Tiger.