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WHATS IN THIS EDITION OF
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QUICK BITS - links to just some of the items in this edition: |
HEADS UP Whats On, whats coming and tid bits.
Read them all or pick a topic from the list below....
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| * Is the Hibernation Over? |
Peter Healy Live and Solo - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Expressions Of Interest |
Gosford City Council - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Music and food |
Beat Street in September! - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Dinner With Dad |
Fathers Day - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Blues Harp Showdown |
October - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Australia Day Community Awards |
Australia The Show - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Saturday Wills Day |
Good Will Week 2010 - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Disabled and Special Needs |
Monday Funday is back! - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Freemasons Support |
Kincumber Youth Centre - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Australian Springtime Flora Festival |
September 9 - 12 2010 - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Line up announced |
Folk In Broke 2010 - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Winners Announced! |
YIPA - NEW - Read more >> |
| * First Musical Line up announced |
Peats Ridge 2010 - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Musicians for musicians |
Support Act - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Central Coast Steiner School |
School Fair - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Central Coast Grammar School |
Annual Art Show - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Charity Trivia Night |
Erina Leagues Club - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Step Back to the great ole days |
Beachcomber Hotel - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Brand New Festival - WOYTOPIA |
Woy Woy in October - NEW - Read more >> |
| * NEWS - Mysterious Travelers |
John Prior interview- NEW - Read more >> |
| * 4th Folk In Broke Festival |
November 5 to 7 2010 - NEW - Read more >> |
| * 2 new showcase sessions |
Original Uprise - NEW - Read more >> |
| * CC Entertainment return |
Whole Lotta Love. - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Coaster Festival 2010 |
Lineup and Tix online now - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Terrigal Food and Wine Fair |
October 30 & 31 - NEW - Read more >> |
| * Local Musos for local Gigs! |
The Doylo - NEW - Read more >> |
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THINGS THAT GO BUMP IN THE NIGHT :
It’s an odd feeling – you go to sleep and short of an invasion from Mars or a foreign country you expect that the world as it was before you set the alarm and dreamed many a dream, will be the same when you wake up to decipher those dreams.
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IT'S A GAS, GAS, GAS:
While we were all being media bashed by the pollies the world still turned and the events already in play continued.
We heard the, more open than the Simpson Desert, response from Ms Gillard regarding the offshore drilling proposal “no drilling permit has been issued” and her local representatives Deb O’Neill and Craig Thompson saying that drilling was not going to occur.
Are the multi million dollar players in this issue silly enough to commit to and pour millions of their own and stakeholders dollars into a non event? Not at all likely one would think...
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MUSIC INDUSTRY and other NEWSY BITS |
 MYSTERIOUS TRAVELLERS - An interview with John Prior:
This is a Whats On First!
A rare and much appreciated interview with John Prior from the new MYSTERIOUS TRAVELLERS band.
The Mysterious Travellers outfit include some of the nations most talented and well respected musicians and songwriters.
Check this line up out....
• Dale Barlow - sax (Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey, Billy Cobham)
• Fabian Hevia - percussion (Lulo Reinhardt, Catholics, Wanderlust)
• John Prior - drums (Adrian Belew, Jackie Orszaczky, Matt Finish)
• Bill Risby - keys (Bobby Shew, William Galison, Maria Schneider)
• Phil Scorgie - bass (Lee Ritenour, Crossfire, Daly Wilson Big Band)

THE INTERVIEW....
DEBBI (Whats On Central Coast) - Hi John, Thanks for your time.
Mysterious Travellers is a star-studded band with an image-conjuring name, where did it originate?
JOHN PRIOR - Hi Deb, thanks for asking! We named our new band Mysterious Travellers because we’re performing a tribute to the jazz-rock-world-groove music (or “fusion”) of Weather Report and that was the name of one of their early albums.
Also, the musicians in our band – Dale Barlow (sax), Bill Risby (keys), Phil Scorgie (bass) and me (drums) - like to travel and apparently we can seem a bit mysterious before you get to know us.
WOCC - Why perform a tribute to Weather Report?
JP - Well, it was a toss-up between Weather Report and Kiss, but the costumes didn’t fit. Seriously, we just love Weather Report’s music, it’s so melodic and uplifting and a wonderful balance between composition and improvisation.
WOCC - Which members of Weather Report most influence the band members of Mysterious Travellers – who is whose favourite?
JP - We all admire Joe Zawinal (keys) and Wayne Shorter (sax), who both worked with Miles Davis before forming Weather Report, because they were leaders in their field, and Jaco Pastorious is generally considered to be one of the greatest bass guitar virtuosos ever, he basically reinvented how to play bass. They had a few drummers, but my favourites were Alex Acuna, Peter Erskine and Omar Hakim – all brilliant.
WOCC - What’s in the repertoire? Any originals?
JP - We’ve chosen some of the best-known Weather Report songs and some obscure faves, plus some of our originals. Like Weather Report, everyone in our band composes.
WOCC - What is involved in the Masterclass?
JP - The masterclass is designed for music students and Weather Report fans. Dale teaches at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and Phil teaches at JMC Academy, so they know what Bill is talking about, although Dale and I tell the most jokes.
We will discuss and perform music by Weather Report, jazz-groove composition, arrangement and improvisation and talk about our experiences working with musical legends Art Blakey, Dizzy Gillespie, Billy Cobham, Adrian Belew and Lee Ritenour. |
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 SUPPORT ACT FOR THE MUSIC INDUSTRY
Support Act is a registered charity and non-profit organisation which raises funds to provide relief arising from hardship and/or illness amongst those working in the Australian music industry, and is the only benevolent fund for this purpose.
Support Act was established by a group of volunteers from the music industry several years ago who could see there was a definite need for an organisation to help those who were suffering from illness and/or hardship.
Support Act is a national organisation based in Sydney, with active state chapters in NSW, South Australia, Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria, run by volunteers. It has a voluntary Board of Directors, of which four permanent positions are for founding members ARIA, PPCA, APRA and AMCOS. Other Board members are well known and respected figures from the entertainment and music industry and include Brian Cadd and Michael Chugg AM. Meryl Gross has been Support Act’s Chair since inception in 1997.
Support Act has two part-time employees; one is responsible for its administration and fundraising, the other is the National Welfare Co-ordinator, Ms Lindy Morrison, who is a degree-qualified social worker and a musician with extensive industry experience. This role assists applicants with the application process, as well as providing counseling and referrals to other agencies and/or support groups as appropriate.
Support Act is reliant on donations and fundraising. It currently receives no Government funding. It arranges a small number of key events throughout the year, which are vital in helping the organisation to maintain resources and profile. One quite well-known music industry participant who was touched by adversity at one stage of his career has been donating a percentage of his annual earnings. Support Act keeps its costs low with administration typically consuming no more than 4 - 6% of overall revenue.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Join Support Act!
Membership is open to anyone, please visit the SUPPORT ACT LIMITED WEBSITE for further information and to join online.
Help Raise Funds
Fundraising is crucial. Support Act aims to raise at least $3,000 per year per beneficiary and currently receives no Government funding.
Individuals;
Contact us to set up a monthly donation or donate as a gift.
Businesses;
One option is to set up a Workplace Giving option for employees which enables Support Act to receive regular donations and also provides tax benefits for personnel.
All support is gratefully received.
For further information please contact our Administration and Fundraising Manager, Mrs Vanessa Johnson by EMAIL or call on 04 0512 5715. |
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EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FROM CHOREOGRAPHERS:
Gosford City Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from Central Coast Choreographers, Dance Schools, Groups and Community Organisations with the capacity to facilitate a series of diverse public dance workshops as part of the project ‘Dance Moves the Central Coast 2011’.
The workshops will be conducted in conjunction with Council in community facilities across the Gosford local government area between 10-23 January 2011.
An information pack can be obtained by emailing DARLENE COLE on or before Friday 10 September 2010 |
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SUPPORT LOCAL ARTISTS & RESTAURANTS DURING BEAT STREET!:
The Entrance Town Centre Management is proud to announce Beat Street at The Entrance which will start on Friday 3rd September and will help promote our local restaurants and local musicians.
Beat Street will run for four consecutive weeks on Friday’s with a variety of artists with a wide mix of musical genre performing free at local restaurants from 6.30pm till 9pm.
Please see a gig guide below for more information on the musicians performances. This gig guide will be updated each week.
Come along and support local restaurants and musicians whilst also enjoying a night out in one of our fantastic eateries.
For more details please contact The Entrance Town Centre Management by email.
Beat Street Gig Guide - Friday 3rd September, 2010.
Beat Street Gig Guide |
Friday 3rd
6.30pm |
Tiali Ditton |
Bang Rak Thai – 4333 7099
Licensed
Menu - Traditional & Modern Thai |
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Fonzirelli’s – 4334 4315
BYO
Menu - Pizza & Italian Cuisine |
| 6.30pm |
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Kenzies Café Bar & Grill – 4334 6432
Fully Licensed – BYO Wine Only
Menu – Casual Dining |
| 6.30pm |
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Kim’s Vietnamese Restaurant – 4334 1229
BYO
Menu - Traditional Vietnamese |
| 6.30pm |
Ryan Beatty
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La Costa – 4339 1412
Licensed or BYO
Menu - Modern Italian Cuisine |
| 6.30pm |
Richard Clough |
Mojo’s Café & Restaurant – 4333 4422
Licensed or BYO
Menu – Traditional Australian |
| 6.30pm |
Hit N Miss |
Pelican Pizza – 4333 3900
BYO
Menu – Casual Italian Restaurant |
| 6.30pm |
Matt Parsons |
Red Centre Steakhouse – 4334 8015
Licensed or BYO
Menu – Casual Family Steakhouse |
Saturday 4th 7.30pm
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The Lakes Hotel – 4332 2166
Licensed
Menu – Great “Pub Grub” |
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FREEMASONS ROCK KINCUMBER YOUTH CENTRE:
Young people at the Kincumber Youth Centre are about to get a musical boost thanks to the Freemasons of the Central Coast.
Young people attending the Centre will be receiving $2000 worth of brand new equipment including leads, amplifiers, percussion and strings to help support the regular Centre programs.
In addition to receiving musical equipment, attendees will also be receiving new art and kitchen supplies to enhance some of the Centre's most popular activities.
Youth Centre Coordinator Jonathan Clarke said the new equipment will help more young people engage in the programs and access the services provided at Kincumber Youth Centre.
"The positive potential of all young people is evident, so having the right program to keep them engaged is essential.
"The programs of activities provide informal educational opportunities to help young people grow and develop, as well as providing an opportunity for them to express themselves within a safe environment," said Mr Clarke.
The new musical equipment will be used to perform at this years Kincumber Festival on Saturday 18 September 2010.
The new equipment will also allow the Centre to expand its music program to include a ten week one to one guitar tuition course, which will be free of charge.
"With the help of organisations such as Freemasons of the Central Coast, we can provide young people with quality programs to keep them involved for years to come," Mr Clarke said.
Kincumber Youth Centre is operated by Gosford City Council Youth Services.
For enquiries about Gosford City Council's Kincumber Youth Centre, please contact Centre Coordinator Jonathan Clarke by E-mail or visit Council's website. |
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NEW FUNDAY FOR THE DISABLED AND SPECIAL NEED GROUPS:
Monday Funday With Terry Mac is back!
Providing the Newcastle - Hunter - Central Coast disability and special care groups with a safe and friendly day out.
When: usually the last Monday of each month; -
August 30,
September 27,
October 25,
November 29,
December Christmas show - 13th.
Where: Budgewoi Soccer Club, Millington Way Budgewoi ph: 43900428
Cost: $12 for members & non-member alike. This gets your clients 2.5 hours of dancing, games and fun from 11am until 1.30pm.
Also included is a light meal of assorted sandwiches, dim sims, mini spring rolls, fish cocktails and chicken nuggets with sauces plus a “midi” sized soft drink.
We’d like to know how many people we’ll see each month. Please be kind enough to email Terry ONE WEEK PRIOR to let him know you’re coming so they can be prepared too.
Wyong Rugby League Club Group has arranged to provide a venue for a “FUNDAY” catering specifically to disabled and special needs groups.
The show will be fun, easy going and not too loud in an environment that is safe, friendly and aware of the requirements of your clients.
For those not aware of the concept, Terry McIntosh has been running cabarets and musical fundays for 10 years on the Central Coast. Although catering to the general public, they have been well supported by special needs groups such as House with No Steps, Post School Options, Life Without Barriers et al and are full of singing, dancing and laughing.
This show will be exclusively for special needs clients (groups and individuals) and as such I have scheduled a running time of 2.5 hours and removed such things as bingo and raffles to improve the “flow” and to keep costs reasonable. I will also supply a small amount of “spot” prizes for each show such as lollies and novelties.
The club has easy access and it’s wheelchair friendly too as there are no stairs inside or out.
As this is a new concept, I’m hoping to have input and suggestions from carer’s and clients as to what they’d like to have on THEIR day.
Please email me and I’ll reply as soon as humanly possible.
So, spread the word and generate some interest so we can have a safe, fun and enjoyable day out for everybody. If you think I should let someone know of this show, send me their phone, mobile or email address and I’ll contact them too. |
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THE ORIGINAL UPRISE SESSIONS:
Original Uprise are managing 2 showcase sessions on the Coast each month.
The first are the Sails Sessions on the Sails Stage at the Entrance on the first Sunday of the month. (Starting Sunday 1st August)
The second showcase is on at the Beachcomber Hotel on the first Saturday of the month (starting Saturday 4th September 2010).
To have a chance to showcase your work, contact the ORIGINAL UPRISE organisers by email! |
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CENTRAL COAST GRAMMAR SCHOOL ART SHOW:
The Central Coast Grammar School Annual Art Show 2010, is a prestigious Art event, with a fabulous array of artworks by inspired artists from the Central Coast, Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong.
Come, relax and indulge in the richness of the Art World.
Our feature artist, Mr John Woulfe, celebrates his love of sailing and the ocean with his stunning, and much sought after sculptural works.
Friday 3rd September – Sunday 5th September 9am – 3pm
Central Coast Grammar School, RLC Centre, Carlton Rd, Erina Heights
For further information please contact Nereda Murray, ph 0403823616 |
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DINNER WITH DAD:
On Father's Day Sunday, September 5, The Little Blues Festival will host Dinner With Dad at the Toukley Golf Club.
Local performer Chris Taylor will headline the show, with his band Acoustic Grooves. The band have travelled extensively interstate to other blues festivals and are based on the Central Coast. Their repertoire consists of great blues standards from Robert Johnson, preferring the Delta Blues style, accompanied by acoustic guitars and featuring slide guitar also.
Chris Taylor has invited Jack Ridge, a favourite local performer, to add his earthy moments to the blues show. It's very much a family affair, with younger brother Hari also coming along to sing. Jack has also donated time out from his HSC study to chill out at the show.
"Many of our local blues performers are Dads, so we may get some father and son duos in the jam too," says organiser Julia Starr.
Regular house band for the Little Blues Festival, The Roller Coasters, will appear briefly, taking a break from a busy recording schedule for their new album.
Other guest performers for Fathers Day will include Romney Watts, a local composer with some beautiful original blues songs. Romney has appeared at many blues festivals including the Hawkesbury Blues Festival.
Off The Rails will also be performing their unique style of blues music.
The Little Blues Festival is a community event to foster Blues Music on the Central Coast, run by professional musicians, on the first Sunday of the month.
Seating is limited, so bookings are essential for Dinner With Dad by calling John at the Toukley Golf Club Bistro on 43961500.. |
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 ABSOLUTELY 80'S:
Think back…. What were you doing?
It’s the era when frizzy perms were bubble gum jeans were totally in when long lunches were taxductable …. Look out the 80’s are back!!!!
We’ve got 3 of the best 80’s pop icons in two awesome shows….
SCOTT CARNE KIDS IN THE KITCHEN;
Change in Mood, Current Stand Bitter Desire, shine, something that u said
DALE RYDER BOOM CRASH OPERA;
Onion Skin, Dancing in the Storm, Get out of the House, Great Wall, The Best Thing
PAUL GRAY WA WA NEE;
Stimulation, Sugar Free, I could make you love me
The show features the fabulous Scott Carne (Kids In The Kitchen) and Dale Ryder (Boom Crash Opera) and Paul Gray (Wa Wa Nee)
Absolutely 80’s are a fantastic road show born from the sold-out Countdown Spectacular of 2006. The guys perform all their hits, in a 2-hour jam-packed show with a bunch Aussie 80’s gems thrown in.
When the guys start pumping out there hits like, onion skin, Change in Mood, Stimulation, Great Wall Current Stand, Sugar Free best thing Bitter Desire and Shine, You're bound to be dancing the night away.
Kids in the Kitchen became a household name in the 80’s with their double platinum album “Shine” and 5 top ten singles.
Boom Crash Opera lead singer Dale Ryder was recently back on the charts with a dance remix of The Best Thing by Hook and Sling. Boom Crash Opera origionalky formed in Melbourne in 1985 and had huge success with there album “These Hear are Crazy Times”
Wa Wa Nee Wa Wa Nee had four singles in the Australian top 40 from their debut album release of the same name. They included "Stimulation" which reached number 2 nationally in Australia in 1986, "I Could Make You Love Me", reaching the Top 5 in the same year.
If you’re keen for a high-powered dose of nostalgia, this is a show not to be missed for the true 80’s lover at heart.
The Beachie has secured the following acts for your entertainment indulgence in the next few months. The pending warmer seasons are about to get pretty damn hot!
Sat September 4th – Launch Of Original Uprise At The Beachie.
Sunday September 5th – Absolute 80s Featuring Dale Ryder From Boom Crash Opera – Scott Carne , Kids In The Kitchen And Paul Gray From Wa Wa Nee. Tix $8 Pre Sale Or $10 Door
Sunday 19th September - Seattle Sound
Sunday October 3rd - “1927”
Thursday 25th November. Philadelphia Grand Jury
Two childhood buddies, Berkfinger and MC Bad Genius have had a rotating ensemble of drummers – until recently. Joining Berkfinger and MC Bad Genius is 54 year-old African American drummer Calvin, who used to session drum for US disco and funk acts like Earth Wind and Fire and bebop legend Sonny Stitt. Together they are a self-funded, self-produced, self-engineered, self-released, stage-destroying independent punk soul machine.
Recorded by band lead and producer Berkfinger (who has also worked on records for Wolfmother, The Temper Trap, Art vs Science and others) the band’s recorded output displays the engrained Do-It-Yourself nature of Philadelphia Grand Jury at its best with comparisons to a punkier version of Elvis Costello and regular references to The Eels and Talking Heads.
The Philly Jays (as their fans affectionately refer to them) are exciting to watch and critics have lauded them as “a band you must see before you die". Literally explosive on stage their only secret is to write great songs and play them like it’s their last show ever. Every. Single. Time. |
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FAIRHAVEN SERVICES TRIVIA NIGHT:
Fairhaven Services will be holding a Trivia Night at Erina Leagues Club on Saturday 4th September 2010 at 7.30pm.
Further details:- $10 per ticket includes tea/coffee/mints, table nibblies, lucky door ticket and your chance to win some of the 100 prizes on offer valued at over $2,000.
Just some of our fundraising outlets and events for 2010:-
* Op Shop - 209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare - Open Tuesday to Friday 10am-3pm
* Cash Housie sessions - Every Monday 7.30pm Ettalong Bowling Club (103 Springwood St)
Every Friday 7.3pm East Gosford Progress Hall (10 Henry Parry Dr)
* Davistown RSL Markets - 19 Murna Road, Davistown - August 15, September 19, November 21 & December 19 (All Sundays 9am-2pm)
* Point Clare Markets - 209 Brisbane Water Drive, Point Clare - August 21 & November 13 (All Saturdays 9am-2pm)
To book your ticket or for more details Email Sue! |
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 AUSTRALIA THE SHOW!:
The Laycock Street Theatre is proud to present a new, laugh-out-loud comedy 'Australia the Show!' on Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 September 2010.
'Australia the Show!' will take audiences on a true blue trip through Australia's colourful history, remembering some of our top sporting icons and national triumphs and travesties.
The show will celebrate significant moments in history such as Captain Arthur Phillip's arrival, the Eureka Stockade, Bradman's last innings and the Olympics.
Mayor of Gosford City, Councillor Chris Holstein said the Show is providing an opportunity to honour past winners of the Gosford City Australia Day Community Awards.
"In celebration of the nominations opening for the 2011 Australia Day Community Awards, we are honouring past Award winners by having them join us for the final show, as these people represent what it means to truly be Australian.
"Australia The Show!' and the Awards both celebrate mateship, camaraderie and courage - and giving back to the community of which we are all a part", said Clr Holstein.
Gosford City Council's Manager for Arts and Culture, Mr. John Mouland said that 'Australia the Show!' makes an ideal present for Father's Day.
"This show is a perfect gift for any Dad, as it looks at the lighter side of Australian history.
"It is set to keep the whole family laughing in a show that celebrates the fun, fair-dinkum and larrikin attitude of all Australians," added Mr. Mouland.
Laycock Street Theatre also encourages you to get into the spirit by coming dressed in your most authentic gear to win its “Best-dressed Aussie” competition. Special prizes will be awarded on each night by Star FM's Breakfast Presenters Rod and the Flack.
Complimentary Aussie tucker in the form of meat pies and lamingtons will also be served before each performance.
'Australia the Show!' is on Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 September 2010 at 8pm. Tickets are $29 for Adults and $24 for Concessions.
To purchase tickets or for a full range of upcoming performances at the Laycock Street Theatre please visit the website via the Laycock Street Theatre, Peninsula Theatre and Gosford Regional Gallery Page
Tickets can also be purchased by phoning 4323 3233 or at the Laycock Street Theatre Box Office, Laycock Street, North Gosford. Box office hours are Monday - Friday from 10am - 5pm and Saturdays from 9am - 12noon.
To nominate someone you know in the 2011 Gosford City Australia Day Community Awards please go to THE WEBSITE. |
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 THE HEALY HIBERNATION - IS IT OVER?:
If I had a dollar for every time I was asked "when is Peter Healy playing live again?" I would be one very rich website operator.
Well I have some great news for all of those who have asked and those of you who haven't as yet, that the one and only Mr Peter Healy, our local iconic, award winning TV and live theatre actor, media voiceover man, writer, poet, singer/songwriter
etc is performing at Live and Cookin' @ Lizottes on Wednesday the 8th Septemberas a part of the Live N Local @ Lizottes, up close and personal show nights.
So far this gig will be the man, solo and it will be the chance you have been waiting for to reconnect to this amazingly talented local performer, for who knows how long.
Perhaps we can convince him that he needs to be back on the stage!
Other performers on the night include The Luke Gallen Trio, Rhys Zacher and Ben Woodham. |
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 AUSTRALIAN SPRINGTIME FLORA FESTIVAL:
New South Wales' premier gardening event, the Australian Springtime Flora Festival, will run from 9th to 12th September 2010 at Mt Penang Parklands, Kariong near Gosford on the Central Coast of NSW.
This award-winning event is one of the largest and most popular flora events in Australia. Interspersed among the flora displays and landscaped garden settings will be displays by associated commercial suppliers who help to provide visitors with a total picture of outdoor, garden, lifestyle and home living. In total, there will be over 300 displays to view.
Visitors will be able to enjoy stage entertainment or watch minstrels and other entertainers mixing with the crowd to create a unique atmosphere of fun and relaxation. At the nearby children's activity area, children will be entertained while providing a break for parents.
Not to be outdone, arts and crafts people from all over Australia will hold their own display with up to 30 exhibitors involved.
Vibrant colour, constant entertainment, activity and an atmosphere of fun epitomise this Festival which caters to all members of the family. Up to 50,000 people visit the Australian Springtime Flora Festival over the 4 day event.
Opening Times: Thursday-Saturday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm; Sunday 9.00 am to 4.00 pm
2010 Entrance Fees: Adults $14; Seniors, Aged and Disabled Pensioners $12; Children (5 - 16 years) $4; Family (2 adults & 3 children) $32. Cash only.
For more information, please visit the AUSTRALIAN SPRINGTIME FLORA FESTIVAL website |
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 CC ENT PRESENTS WHOLE LOTTA LOVE:
Following on from the sold out ‘A Day In The Life’ Beatles retrospective 1967 – 1970’ in May, CCE are proud to announce our most successful and longest running homage - “Whole Lotta Love” a celebration of the mighty Led Zeppelin - returns to The Laycock St Theatre on Friday September 10th and will be our final show for 2010.
This is the fourth year we have presented the show at Laycock St and it keeps on getting bigger and better!
Led Zeppelin have sold a staggering 200+ million albums worldwide, helped define rock and roll and influenced generations of musicians and legions of fans, yet toured Australia only once in 1972.
This world class homage concert passionately reinterprets and reworks some of the finest songs ever recorded, including ‘Black Dog’, ‘Rock and Roll’, ‘Immigrant Song’, ‘Battle Of Evermore’, ‘Kashmir’, the timeless ‘Stairway To Heaven’ and ‘Whole Lotta Love’, delivering over 2 1/2 hours of Zep magic.
A collection of superb guest vocalists, including Dave Gleeson (Screaming Jets), Swanee, Steve Balbi (Noiseworks), Simon Meli (The Widowbirds/Ooh La La), Ngaiire (Blue King Brown) and Zkye, will join an exceptional powerhouse 12 piece band (with the ‘Sydney Lyric Strings’) under the creative direction of Joseph Calderazzo, to delve into the rock, blues and folk that Zeppelin seamlessly incorporated with reggae, soul, funk, classical, Celtic, Arabic and country.
Guaranteed to sell out, so come in through the out door for an incredible night of physical graffiti!
"the performers sheer love for the music is what makes the CCEntertainment concerts so special”
Christie Eliezer, themusic.com.au. |
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CENTRAL COAST RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL FAIR & OPEN DAY:
All the Fun of a Traditional Village Fair
Roll up! Roll up! This year’s Central Coast Steiner School Spring Fair promises more fun than ever with an old fashioned Sideshow Alley to keep the children engaged all day long.
This Fair has a reputation as a unique and affordable family day out with wholesome activities such as candle making, T-shirt painting, crystal mining and boat building. This year children of all ages will be able to test their strength and skill with new games like the Hoopla, Coconut Shy, Tin Can Alley and Mouse Hunt. Soak up the atmosphere of an English village funfair with stallholders dressed in period costume, traditional craftspeople displaying their skills, roving entertainers and even a fortune teller to reveal your future.
It’s lucky the children will be so busy, because parents will need plenty of time to browse the new Handmade Market. You’ll still find the traditional Steiner-inspired toys and gifts but this year a greater range of beautiful, handmade items using natural materials will be available. A perfect opportunity for some early Christmas shopping. As always, you’re sure to find a bargain at the White Elephant Stall and Silent Auction.
Enjoy some delicious home-cooking in the Big Top Café or fresh fruit salad in The Rainbow Café. Relax with a coffee in the Courtyard Coffee Shop or take a break in the Chai Tent. Everywhere you’ll enjoy the friendly Spring-time atmosphere and with free entertainment, in a peaceful bushland setting, you’ll want to stay the whole day.
Of course, the Open Day is also a great opportunity to view primary and high school student’s work and find out more about the Steiner education curriculum.
Enjoy the Central Coast Rudolf Steiner School Fair & Open Day on Sunday 12th September from 10am to 3pm at Catamaran Rd (off Enterprise Dr) Fountaindale.
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SATURDAY WILLS DAY – GOOD WILL WEEK 2010:
This Good Will Week (12-18 September 2010), NSW Trustee & Guardian branches are holding special Wills Day in Gosford on Saturday 18 September for those people who may find it difficult to pop into a branch during work hours.
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 COASTER FESTIVAL:
Coaster HQ are very excited to announce CYPRESS HILL as the headline act for Coaster 2010.
Coaster will be held on Saturday 25th September at the Gosford Showground's.
Coaster have announced the lineup for the 2010 festival...
Cypress Hill, Birds Of Tokyo, Art Vs Science, Bluejuice, Basement Birds, Silversun Pickups, Cloud Control, Hungry Kids Of Hungary, Boy & Bear, Illy, Spit Syndicate, The Aston Shuffle, The Holidays, Slow Down Honey, The Chemist, City Riots.
Grab your tix
online from the Coaster Website
They have so much more to tell you, so stay tuned for updates, the latest news & VIP offers. |
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 THE CENTRAL COAST BLUES HARP SHOWDOWN:
The Little Blues Festival is presenting a brand new event for the central coast, The Blues Harp Showdown, on Sunday October 3rd 2010 at Toukley Golf Club.
The competition has attracted a lot of interest from Blues Harp players locally and as far as Sydney, who are vying for some great prizes including trophies, cash and prizes.
One of Australia's best blues harp players, Jim Conway, has agreed to be the guest judge at what could become an annual event for Toukley area.
Local blues performers The Rollercoaster Blues band are also very excited at the prospect of jamming with Jim.
"His career has been extensive and he's a true professional. Any chance of performing with a blues legend certainly helps us to develop our skills too," says front girl Julia Starr.
The contest will include four categories;
Best Male, Best Female, Under 18's and Masters (over 40).
If you are a local blues harp player and want to be part of The Central Coast Blues Harp Showdown, entry forms are available by emailing JULIA STARR.
Entry fee is $10.00 per category and closing date for entries has been extended to September 20th.
"There is a limit of 40 entrant places available, so please apply as soon as possible," says organiser Julia Starr.
Bookings for seats are essential for the show by calling John on 4395 1500.
The Little Blues Festival is a community event to foster Blues Music on the Central Coast, run by professional musicians, on the first Sunday of the month.
Download the PERFORMER APPLICATION FORM then email to JULIA STARR
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 TERRIGAL FOOD AND WINE FAIR:
It's that time of the year where Terrigal's biggest two day event attracts over 30,000 visitors, celebrating a Fantastic day out with Family and Friends.
The Fair brings together quality Food and Wine exhibitors for you to enjoy on the beautiful breath taking Terrigal Haven.
A truly great opportunity to meet with experts, ask questions and sample some great wines before you buy. You will be able to choose from a vast range of different wine types to suit all tastes and budgets.
Be entertained by the Central Coasts most popular Radio station, the fabulous Star104.5 as they provide their unique family fun throughout the weekend, through crowd interactions and their famous Live Broadcast!
So why not bring your chair or a rug sit back, relax and flow your way into the afternoon with our live entertainment, cooking shows, celebrity appearances and much more while the children enjoy our choice of amusement rides, fun activities and delicious food.
The Star104.5 Terrigal Food and Wine Fair will be held over the weekend 30th & 31st October 2010 at the Terrigal Haven from 10am-5pm both days.
For further information please email the TERRIGAL FOOD AND WINE FAIR |
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 WOYTOPIA:
Woytopia is is a green fair that doesn’t preach. It’s just a great family fun day with food, music, stalls and lots for the kids to do, as well as inspiring ideas for making your life a little greener. Come along and be surprised by Woy Woy’s newest festival.
fantastic food | all-day kids’ program | green workshops | films | energy-saving | chilled world rhythms | Indian dancing | bouncy castle | solar power | bike repair workshops | bushtucker demonstration | native animals | sustainable home design | stalls | ’where’s the beef’ BBQ | yoga | eco-footprint assessment | electric bikes | drumbala | solar cookers | green marketplace.
Woytopia festival
Sustainability - Arts + Music - Community
31 October 2010 10am-4pm
Woy Woy South Public School
Waterloo Avenue, Woy Woy
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FOLK IN BROKE FESTIVAL - NOVEMBER 5 - 7 2010
The "Folk in Broke" is a wonderful festival providing great music and fabulous entertainment in a tremendous venue - NIGHTINGALE VINEYARD.
Award winning wines, accommodation and food makes this venue the appropriate place to add spectacular music and entertainment.
Paul & Gail Nightingale have been involved in working with the community at all levels and have been generous sponsors of many community based activities.
The vineyard managers, Terry and Joan have had a long association with music - Terry being an accomplished keyboard player has performed in many concerts, festivals and elite functions.
If you’re keen to perform simply place your name on the Sunday morning blackboard at the festival café for a spot.
And if you enjoy simply sitting back and taking it all in, you'll love the space, place and food available along with a festival bar to quench
your thirst. There's also the fun of the market stalls.
Cabernet & Cabaret
The 2009 Opening Night event was such a hit that we’ve decided to open this year’s festival with another Cabaret Event.
A couple of favourites from last year will be returning – by popular request! But the 2010 show will be packing in more onstage happenings than flavour buds bursting in a bottle of beaut Nightingale wine!
This year, audiences will be treated to a different side of Bitsy Trix, the double side of Ultraviolet, and a side order of quirk. The laughs will be coming thick and fast with :- comedy songwriting duo - Nerds & Music; 3 episodes of the quirky radio serial Humphrey Hardy Private Eye; spoof comedy duo Drench ‘n Launders; not to mention the sharp repartee of the evening’s MC – Tony Vidray. Top it all off with the song and stories of The Tea Ladies, a song or two from Novocastrian chanteuse Stevi Canon and finally our show’s headline band - The Jugbusters – to finish the night off in style.
It will be a great start to the fourth Folk in Broke Music Festival which happens again this year at the Nightingale Winery, Milbrodale Road, Broke on the 5, 6, 7th November.
Audiences will enjoy over 150 performers, musicians, dancers and poets over 2 days /2 nights and across 8 stages.
The event offers something for everyone with opportunities for visitors to simply sit back and enjoy the offerings – or get actively involved in one of the many hands-on activities on offer over the weekend.
2010 Artists and Performers
This year provides another 3 days of fantastic performances from some talented artists'
* Feature Concerts & Theme Concerts
* Special Events: Cabaret Nights; free Community Concerts; Busking Competition
* Blackboard Concerts, Sessions and Jams; Dance Program; Lantern Parade; Markets; Arts Space
* Masterclasses
* Word Zone
* Poetry and Storytelling
* Market Stalls - There will also be a range of stalls for you to purchase some local products. Plenty of activity to keep you enrgised throughout the festival.
* Workshops - Why not try some of our exciting workshops to improve your skills and learn new methods and skills.
2010 PERFORMING ACTS
Ann Ridgway and Rosie Macdonald, Arch Bishop, Beeswing, Black Crow Walking, Buck and Deanne, Clark Gormley+Nerds & Music, Coolfin Mac, Falldings, Fig, Hussy Hicks, Indra Bellydance, Irish Dance, Jug Buster, Lounge Lizards, Mark Salter, Maureen O’Brien,
Merewether Fats, Michael Azzopardi, Nigel & Dave, Nissa, Paul Robert Burton, Russ Redford/Chris Cady, Sambafrog, Springtide, Takadami, Tea Ladies, That’s That, Tom Stone and the Soldiers of Fortune, UltraVioletta, Wheeze & Suck Band,
EMERGING ARTISTS
Ian Williams, Ruby for Lucy, Nissa
For more information and Ticket purchase please visit the FOLK IN BROKE WEBSITE
Early Bookings Recommended - Book Your Festival Tickets Online And Save! |
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 FIRST ROUND LINE UP - PEATS RIDGE 2010:
What happens when you put thousands of smiling people in a beautiful valley, over a three day period, showcase music, arts and culture across 9 stages and bring in the New Year… PEATS RIDGE!
Peats Ridge is a festival that has been described as a ‘sensual explosion’ (novafm.com.au), ‘colourful and memorable’ (pagesonline.it) and a ‘musical circus’ (Reverb). Last year saw 10,000 patrons, filled with enthusiasm and excitement, ascend on the valley and with glowing reviews, it was a shining success enjoyed by all.
The largest camping festival over the New Year period, in NSW, Peats Ridge is a Sustainable Arts & Music Festival. It has proven to be a fresh, creative and innovative melting pot, where people can celebrate in a friendly and relaxed festival environment.
With a music line up that boasts pieces of many musical pies, for everyone to savour. The Festival always delights punters with big names acts and also surprises, with up and coming musical talent to be discovered.
The 2010 instalment promises to be everything brilliant that has been offered in previous years and much more… So without further ado, let’s unleash the first of the musical magic that will grace some of the 9 stages at Peats Ridge 2010.
Angus & Julia Stone * Trentemøller (Live) [DENMARK] * Built to Spill [USA] * Freestylers [UK] * Kate Miller-Heidke * Shout Out Louds [SWEDEN] * The Dynamites Featuring Charles Walker [USA] * Born Ruffians [CAN] * Lightspeed Champion [UK] * PVT * Decoder Ring * The Audreys * The Break * Washington * Cloud Control * Jonathan Boulet * Freq Nasty [UK] * Space Invadas * The Jezabels * Dan Mangan [CAN] * Thundamentals * Steve Poltz [USA] * Joel Plaskett [CAN] * King Tide * Horrorshow * Watussi * Parades * Big Scary * Spit Syndicate * Belles Will Ring * Kim Churchill * THE Chemist * The Gin Club * Tom Fun Orchestra [CAN] * Carmen Townsend [CAN] * Matt Barber [CAN] * Chase the Sun * The Lovetones * THE E.L.F * The Seabellies * McCartney * The Delta Riggs * Holly Martin * Spooky Land * Alter Ego Mania * Dereb the Ambassador [ETHIOPIA/AUD] * The Strides * loads more artists to be announced. Stay tuned…
If you are looking to feel the bass, Peats Ridge are very happy to announce the ‘DUB SHACK’ is returning. The stage that became known as ‘the dub monster’ in 2009, is set to pound yet again. Our three favourite Sydney crews Foreigndub, VOID and Western Synthetics, will be returning to bring you the best that the dubstep, drum n bass and dub scenes have to offer.
Peats Ridge has proven to be world class in entertainment, experience and education. Recognised as one of the world’s leading sustainable events, the Festival is a winner of numerous national and international awards for environmental sustainability.
A family friendly festival, Peats Ridge hosts an array of amazing music, arts performance and exhibitions, a focus on sustainable practices and education, a dedicated children’s festival, workshops, markets and much more.
Tickets available through Oztix, via the Peats Ridge website, at 9am on Monday July 12th.
Only Mastercard and Visa are accepted
Held over New Years, from December 29th to January 1st, in the luscious Glenworth Valley NSW, Peats Ridge 2010 is sure to amaze and inspire. Encompassing music, art, sustainability and culture the Festival is a wealth of fresh and innovative creativity.
With the 2010 installment of Peats Ridge set to be the best yet - Don’t miss out – get your tickets now!
Peats Ridge 2010 – Dec 29 To Jan 1 – Glenworth Valley, NSW
Pre-Release 3 Day Season Passes:
Adult (18+) $225 +Bf
Child (6-12) $20 +Bf
Under 6 Free
Pre-Release Family Season Passes:
As Peats Ridge is an Over 18 event, Youth tickets can only be purchased as part of a Family Pass
1 ADULT, 1 YOUTH $310 +bf
2 ADULT, 1 YOUTH $520 +bf
EXTRA YOUTH (13-17) $70 +bf
All Season Passes include camping and festival entry from 29th December 2010 – 1st January 2011. Day Passes will not be available until our General Release in August.
Peats Ridge is an Over 18 event. Children and Youth are permitted only if accompanied by a guardian of parental age.
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STAY IN TOUCH!:
For those of us traveling without our laptop or when we are computer less for repairs etc we can still stay in touch by getting online at one of many internet cafes, public internet spots on the Central Coast.
GigABites Computers & Internet Cafe
217 The Entrance Road
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Cyberxcape Internet Cafe
4/278 Mann St,
GOSFORD
Gnostic Mana Cafe
31 The Boulevarde
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