Geraldton Iron Ore Alliance sponsor this year's Mid West Economic and Resources Summit

ALLIANCE COMMITMENT TO MID WEST DEVELOPMENT CONTINUES

Continuing their longstanding support of the Mid West Economic and Resources Summit, the Geraldton Iron Ore Alliance (GIOA) have confirmed their partnership for the 2014 event, Blueprints for a Brighter Future.

The annual Summit is being hosted for the fifth time as an initiative of the Mid West Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MWCCI). The region’s vital conference and cocktail function will provide industry professionals with progressive discussions and authoritative speakers addressing current issues on the economic outlook, and the industries, that drive the Mid West region.

Featuring high calibre speakers from the financial, resources and government sectors coupled with essential networking opportunities the event is expected to attract up to 300 delegates.

In addition to the guest speakers featured in each session, there will also be a number of highly informative panel discussions throughout the event, giving delegates the opportunity to observe a variety of viewpoints from industry experts.

MWCCI president Mr Trevor Lake says this event gives local business people exclusive opportunities to engage with, and take advantage of, future opportunities.

“This year’s Summit theme of Blueprints for a Brighter Future focusses on the principles of resilience, sustainability, diversification, conservation, innovation, competitiveness and development of sustainable communities”.

“We are delighted that the Geraldton Iron Ore Alliance have confirmed their ongoing partnership with our business community’s premier event.”

In addition to the GIOA, there are a number of organisations coming on board as sponsors of the Summit including the Mid West Development Commission, City of Greater Geraldton and the Department of Agriculture and Food with a limited number of sponsorship opportunities still available.

The sponsorship prospectus is available to download from the event website at www.mwers.com.au

Blueprints for a Brighter Future will be held on the 23rd September at the Queens Park Theatre, Geraldton.

City staff get set to tread the boards for Foodbank

Think City of Greater Geraldton Council staff are boring pencil pushers with no personality?

Boy, are you in for a pleasant surprise on July 26 when City staff present a variety benefit concert to raise funds for Foodbank Geraldton, at 7pm at Queens Park Theatre.

Some amazing talent lurks amongst City staff who will entertain with music and comedy in the With a Little Help From Our Friends concert, so named to promote the idea of people helping others in need, and of course recognising help from well- known friends outside the City who will support the cast on stage.

Leading the friends will be Geraldton’s own very talented Mia Royce along with Aaron Willcox wielding some guitar magic.

City Mayor, Ian Carpenter said this voluntary initiative from City staff and friends shows great community spirit to raise funds for Foodbank. “Staff from across the organisation are volunteering their time, talent and effort, at no cost to the City, we are simply providing QPT as the venue. They are doing all the arranging and rehearsals in their own time,” he said.

“It will be an enjoyable night and City Councillors encourage the community to get into the spirit of the concert and support this great cause.”

City CEO, Ken Diehm, said it is wonderful to see the musical talents of City staff in a charity concert for Foodbank.

“All too often, we focus on our work, and it’s important to note that people have lives outside of work and people who are less fortunate require our support,” he said.

“It never ceases to amaze me the width and breadth of talent of our staff and I encourage everyone to come along and enjoy a fun evening of entertainment to help Foodbank. The generosity of City staff is to be congratulated – and it’s all for a good cause. Helping those in Geraldton who do not have the same opportunities as many of us do.”

The concert has received support from the Mid West Chamber of Commerce and Industry - long supporters of Foodbank and local charities - with promotion to its members, and CBD Chamber members are separately holding a combined food and blankets donation day for Foodbank and the Salvation Army in the CBD on July 5.

With support from city centre traders, flyers for the With a Little Help From Our Friends City concert will be distributed to the public at that event.

In addition to concert box office proceeds being donated to Foodbank, food donation bins will be available in the QPT foyer on concert night. A feature of the night, to boost the fund raising effort, will be the auction of a beautiful Abrolhos pearl pendant, designed and crafted especially for the concert and generously donated by Chimere Pearls. Tickets for the concert are available from the Queens Park Theatre 9956 6662, the Civic Centre, 63 Cathedral Avenue, Geraldton, or online at www.queensparktheatre.com.au

The Spelt Project

 

Event: The Spelt Project magazine launch

Event Location: Bootenal Fantastic Tavern

Event Details: Amanda Rowland invites all to sample spelt bread and launch a real and e version of a magazine that documents life on a farm during the cropping season.

Thursday 17 July 5.30-7.30pm Who to contact for enquiries: Amanda 0459 991 627 Start Date and Time: 17 Jul 2014 05:30 PM Event Duration: 2 hours

Learn to speak some Wajarri Wangga with 6 weeks of classes catering to all levels of learners

Wajarri Wangga

6-week language course for all levels

Learn to speak some Wajarri wangga with 6 weeks of classes catering to all levels of learners.

When: Saturday mornings 10:00-11:00 July 26 August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

Where: Bundiyarra Aboriginal Corp. Cnr Blencowe & Eastward Rds

Cost: Class $10; or Course $50 standard Course $35 concession Registration/

www.bundiyarra.org.au

Information: 9920 7900

Everyone welcome.

Yanayi gula wangga Wajarri irra!

Film - 'I am a girl'

 

Location: Bluff Point Anglican Church (239 Chapman Rd) Details: Women's Health Resource Centre and Chrysalis Support Service in conjunction with the Midwest Anti-trafficking group would like to present the showing of the film 'I am a girl'

Tickets are $10 and all proceeds go to supporting organisations, a light supper will be provided and a door prize up for grabs! Don't miss out on this poetic and observational feature length documentary where you will see remarkable, heart warming stories of resilience, bravery and humour.

Who to contact for enquiries: Chrysalis - 9938 0750 & Marie - 0438 986 194

Start Date and Time: 29 Jul 2014 05:15 PM

Duration: 2 hours

The Australian Ballet presents The Dancers Company

 

The Australian Ballet presents The Dancers Company

Experience world-class ballet live on stage with The Dancers Company, The Australian Ballet’s regional touring program.

In 2014 The Australian Ballet brings to Albany, three stunning classical performances for one show only!

Saturday 9 August, 7.30PM

Queens Park Theatre

Cathedral Avenue, Geraldton

Tickets from $25.00-

Book now at www.queensparktheatre.com.au or 08 9956 6662

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Community service announcement

NBN Co will be undertaking work on the western side of Chapman Road between Durlacher and Forrest Streets tomorrow (Thursday July 10). Pedestrian movement will be affected and traffic will be restricted to one lane. Traffic management will be in place, please observe directions. The work is expected to take five days between 7am and 6pm each day.

FIFO Families: Geraldton get together

FLY-IN FLY-OUT FAMILIES FIFO Families is a new and unique organisation providing social and supportive networks for employees and their families who work on a fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) or drive-in-drive-out (DIDO) basis in the resource sector. This event is a very casual and informal morning tea to meet and connect with other families. It also provides us with an opportunity to find out what you want to do at future gatherings, for example workshops, outings, luncheons, etc.

FIFO Families currently have 30 locals, grass roots community groups throughout Australia, including Geraldton.

The Geraldton FIFO Families next get together is:

Date: Thursday 31 July 2014 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm Venue: "The Annexe" Geraldton Regional Community Education Centre Address: Corner of Gregory and Augustus Street (opposite park)

Morning tea will be provided.

For more information or to RSVP to a Geraldton FIFO Families event, visit us at www.fifofamilies.com.au, or contact Amber Samulkiewicz on 0438 860 669 or geraldton@fifofamilies.com.au.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

FREE GUIDED WALK IN THE CHAPMAN PARK

Chapman River Friends organise a free Guided Walk in the Chapman Park : Sunday 13 July at 3pm-5pm

Meet at Spalding Park (entry is off Chapman Road between the roundabout and the old bridge)

Focus will be on wildflowers.

The flowering on the river valley slopes is spectacular at present.

Children welcome!

For more information contact Jenna 0417 960 737

13 Comedians in one huge night

Tickets available from www.queensparktheatre.com.au

We all know the song - “I’m a bloke, I’m a yobbo and me best mate’s name is Robbo…” Guess what? The artist who brought us the ARIA winning “Bloke” - parody of Meredith Brooke’s hit “Bitch” - Chris Franklin is headlining The Comedy Emporium’s next show on Friday 11th July with 13 other comedians!

Look out for this show that is packed full of acts, with returning MC Xavier Susai, plus WA Raw Comedy winner Matt Storer (ABC2) and international comedian Alan Chisholm! Not to mention a lineup of everyone’s favourite local comedians.

“We’ve got 13 performers in total, and pre-booked tickets are just $25...” explained The Comedy Emporium Coordinator Emma Howell “That means, it’s $1.92307692 per performer! Unless you don’t pre-book your tickets… Then its over $2.30 - Grab a bargain while you can.”

There are still tickets on sale for this stellar lineup, and after selling out and having to turn people away, The Comedy Emporium are encouraging everyone to get their tickets early. Local comedian Lachlan Adam agrees, “We always have at least 200 people turn up for a nice night of fun - that’s the most people I’ve ever seen together in Geraldton without having a fight!” There’s less than two weeks to go until this show, and The Comedy Emporium won’t be having their usual September Comedy show - so don’t muck around or you will miss out.

As well as the huge number of performers, the comedians will be trialling something new for the July Show - it turns out ATC Midwest like happiness as much as The Comedy Emporium do! They will be partnering with The Comedy Emporium to help deliver the free workshop program which has seen the success of a dozen local comedians make their debut. “Watching people embarrassing themselves on purpose, is so much better than by accident” says local comedian in training Stacey, about The Comedy Emporium’s entertainment value.

The Comedy Emporium, Friday 11 July at the Queens Park Theater. Doors open 6.30pm, live music from Anne Williams 7.15pm, comedy from 8pm

For more information head to www.thecomedyemporium.com or www.queensparktheatre.com.au

Tickets on sale now for $25 each presale. Tickets at the door for $30 if not sold out (the last 3 shows have sold out) – so make sure you pre book through the Queens Park Theatre. Group discounts apply and for enquiries please ring 0458 306 111. No BYO alcohol. Bar available.

FREE Guided walk in the Chapman Park - Sunday

Event Location: Spalding Park parking Event Details: Next Guided Walk in the Chapman Park :

Sunday 6 July at 3pm

Meet at Spalding Park (entry is off Chapman Road between the roundabout and the old bridge)

Focus will be on birds, animal tracks and traces, wildflowers.

The flowering on the river valley slopes is spectacular at present - the small wattles and thryptomene, in full bloom and there is so much more to come..

Children welcome!

For more information contact Alan and Nancy on 99231314

Start Date and Time: 06 Jul 2014 03:00 PM Event Duration: 2 hours

For more Geraldton and Midwest events, check out the Geraldton Events Calendar on our app or website. It's free to post your community event too.

Relay for Life - Christmas in July Black Tie Fundraiser

Girls it's time to frock up! Lads, dust off your ties and best shoes... The Bendigo Leaders of the World (Geraldton Community Bank/Bendigo Bank & MWCCI Future Leaders) Relay For Life team are holding a Black Tie Fundraiser to celebrate Christmas in July! With a huge range of auction and raffle items, a three course meal, beer wine and soft drink included and a cash bar for spirits, this is a festive night not to be missed!

Simply gather together your friends, family and colleagues, dress up, get those dancing shoes out and get ready for a fabulous night!

Saturday 26th July 2014 6pm for a 6.30pm Start till late. Numbers are limited for tickets or more information contact Raegan Ashplant on 0458 094 987 or email: blwr4l@gmail.com

Event Location: Batavia Hall, Geraldton Grammar School

A very cool Da Vinci experience at our museum

Experience Leonardo da Vinci’s genius first-hand when da Vinci Machines opens at the Western Australian Museum – Geraldton this Saturday 5 July. This exciting exhibition features 60 of his visionary inventions in the areas of flying machines, nautical innovations, and machines of war, alongside 15 beautifully crafted replicas of famous da Vinci artworks.

Regional Manager of WA Museum – Geraldton Leigh O’Brien said this exhibition is unlike anything the Geraldton community had seen before, showcasing the breadth of Leonardo da Vinci’s extraordinary talent in an interesting and interactive way.

“Our visitors won’t just get a glimpse of da Vinci’s brilliance; they will be able to explore the whole creative process of building these machines,” Ms O’Brien said.

Some of the exhibits include a revolutionary underwater breathing apparatus; a concept for a helicopter made of reeds, linen, and iron thread; and plans for an armoured vehicle made from wood – potentially the world’s first military tank.

“The display places da Vinci’s Codices or concept drawings alongside real models of his machines, created by modern day artisans who, true to da Vinci’s ideas, used only materials of da Vinci’s day in construction.  Many of the exhibits are interactive, allowing visitors to feel and operate completed machines.”

Some of the exhibits include a revolutionary underwater breathing apparatus; a concept for a helicopter made of reeds, linen, and iron thread; and plans for an armoured vehicle made from wood – potentially the world’s first military tank.  Testament to da Vinci’s brilliance and forethought is the fact that the mechanical theory behind these ideas generated in the 15^th Century is still relevant in the 21^st Century.

Da Vinci Machines will feature at the WA Museum – Geraldton from 5 July to 19 October.  Tickets can be purchased from the Western Australian Museum – Geraldton or on the website at www.museum.wa.gov.au.

The da Vinci Machines exhibition is presented by Niccolai – Teknoart SNC and the Museum of Leonardo da Vinci, Florence.

Keep an eye on the Geraldton Events Calendar on our website or app for latest museum features.

Geraldton's intriguing new dance group - No Lights, No Lycra

You arrive at the hall, wearing something comfy (you're gonna get sweaty!). Bring some water and $5. Find yourself a spot, wait for the lights to go out and shake what your mumma gave ya. That's it!

Originating in Melbourne and now found all over the world, No Lights No Lycra is coming to Geraldton! No lights, no lycra, no teacher, no steps to learn, no technique, just free movement. NLNL is for the lounge room dancers, microphone (hairbrush) wielders, and bedroom mirror booty shakers - It's daggy, it's ridiculous and it's a hilariously good time!

Everything Geraldton spoke with Bonnie who is helping organise the NLNL in Geraldton.

She said 20 people were there for the first NLNL in Geraldton last Friday, including a couple of kids. Anyone's welcome, male and female. And kids are free.

"It's not quite pitch black, you can just make out an outline of other people, but it's dark enough so it's not embarrassing for anyone."

So what does a typical NLNL session look like?

You arrive at the hall, wearing something comfy (you're gonna get sweaty!). Bring some water and $5. Find yourself a spot, wait for the lights to go out and shake what your mumma gave ya. That's it!

We don't care what you look like and we don't care how you move, we don't even care if you can keep a beat. EVERYONE has the moves within them and its all about how you feel! Nobody's watching, so come and shake away the week with us.

You can find out more about NLNL at http://nolightsnolycra.com/the-nlnl-story/ If you're still feeling confused, just head along and give it a go!

07:00 PM each Friday currently at 21 Urch St - All Things Dance studio, thought the venue may change in the future. Keep an eye on the Everything Geraldton events calendar for info.

Dave Hughes coming to Gero

WED 8 OCTOBER, 7.30pmQUEENS PARK THEATRE 1 night only!

He’s said goodbye to breakfast radio and farewell to The Project – all that remains is his first love – live, standup comedy. Hughesy is absolutely loving being back on stage with his all new show Pointless and he can’t wait to throw open the doors at the Queens Park Theatre!

For a night of comedy gold you can’t look past this laid back legend of Australian Comedy.

“relaxed, warm and consistently hilarious “ ★★★★1/2 Herald Sun 2014

For bookings and more information call the QPT Box Office on 9956 6662 or go to the website www.queensparktheatre.com.au

Roller Derby Action

If you didn't make it to the Rollerderby on Sat night, here's a taste of what went down. Looking forward to the next event girls!

Post by Sin City Rollers Geraldton Roller Derby.

Post by James Thompson.

Post by James Thompson.

Post by James Thompson.

If you like shopping, here's a good excuse to do some

Calling all past Strathlbyn CC students and staff... And anyone else who'd like to come

Event: Strathalbyn Christian College 35th Anniversary Open Day Event Location: Strathalbyn Christian College, 15 Cedar Crescent, Strathalbyn, Geraldton

Event Details: Community open day to showcase 35 years of Christian education in Geraldton. Food stalls, coffee shop, history display, music & entertainment, children's activities and more. Welcome back current and former students and staff as well as everyone from the community

13 Sep 2014 10:00 AM

Enquiries: Anita 9938 9100

Two shows coming very soon to Gero that you should know about

Coming soon to Queens Park Theatre

Perth International Burlesque Festival Roadshow 2014

Wednesday 2nd July 2014, 8.00pm

Queens Park Theatre

Get ready for a massive night of glitz, glamour and tease as Sugar Blue Burlesque brings you the preview of the Annual Perth International Burlesque Festival for 2014 with its internationally acclaimed touring artists gracing the stage!

Performers include Berlin Burlesque goddess Lada Redstar, American shimmy & shaker Coco Lectric, Italian 20's Beauty Cleo Viper, French Sweetheart Anne Throphy and Sugar Blue Burlesque follies Coco Poppin and Scarlet O'Harlot.

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Road Trip

Annie Byron brings all her charm and humour to Connie, a woman Comedians Damian Callinan & Mickey D have packed the Tarago and are en route to your town to put on their show. Only problem is they don’t have a show … Yet!!

After years of travelling Australia performing comedy from Karratha to Capella, Damo & Mickey are elite comedy commandoes: Dropping out of the sky in the dead of night to surgically locate the local funny before being winced out for the next mission. ‘Road Trip’ takes their skill for localising material a step further. The whole show will be about your town!!

But this isn’t just a stand up show, the 3rd player in the game is award winning documentary film maker, Charlie Hill-Smith [Strange Birds in Paradise] It’s through his eyes that you’ll see how the lads spend their two days in your town before bursting onto the stage with a 90 minute celebratory roast.

The audience will revel in seeing their world portrayed back at them, be confounded by the boys depth of local knowledge and be amazed by the lengths they’ll go to, to get a laugh - but they’ll keep the Tarago’s engine running just in case.

Wednesday 23rd July 2014, 7.30pm

Queens Park Theatre

Early Bird: $26.00, Adult: $30.00, Concessions, Seniors & Pensioners: $24.00, Child & Student: $18.00, Family 2+2: $84.00, Groups 8+: $26.00, School Groups: $15.00, FOTTS: $27.00

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Screening the film "Nefarious: Merchant of Souls"

Midwest Anti-trafficking Group (MAG) in partnership with Catholic Centre for Parish Life and Mission presents "The Exposure of the Global Sex Trade".

"In response to the sex trafficking crisis, Nefarious director, writer, and producer, Benjamin Nolot,founded Exodus Cry,an international anti-trafficking organization committed to abolishing modern-day slavery through prayer, awareness, and reform, while assisting the victims of human trafficking and slavery through rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration into society" http://nefariousdocumentary.com/

This is a confronting and provocative movie.We encourage EVERYONE to attend from the age of 15+.

(The documentary is not classified so we at MAG considered the appropriate age to be 15+) *Warning: This film contains some adult themes, violence and Christian content.

Cost: $10 pp Light refreshments available after the speaker.

Chairperson Jane Foreman from Midwest Anti-trafficking Group (MAG) will give a brief overview regarding MAG’s activities in Geraldton.

Jewellery for sale in aid of Destiny Rescue

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Event Location: Catholic Centre, Maitland Street (cnr Cathedral Avenue) Geraldton

Who to contact for enquiries: Jane Foreman 0403162806

Start Date and Time: 25 Jun 2014 07:00 PM

Event Duration: 2 hours