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Autism Awareness and Benefit Gig |
| Venue: | Red Rattler. 6 Faversham Street, Marrickville. |
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| Date: | 'Thursday June 23' |
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| Time: | Doors Open at 8pm |
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| Fee: | Entry via $60 donation to Aspect being collected at the door. |
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| Steven Kilbey, Peter Koppes and Tim Powles of the church, arguably last years most notable ARIA Hall Of Fame recipients, announce UNIVERSE WITHIN, an Autism Awareness and Benefit Gig. This very special one-off performance, which sees the three taking the stage with an array of special guests, will be held at The Red Rattler in Marrickville on June 23, and will donate money raised to the not-for-profit organisation, Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect). |
Teddy Bears' Picnic |
| Venue: | Rosehill Gardens Racecourse |
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| Date: | 'Sunday October 16th' |
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| Booking: | Teddybearspicnic.com.au |
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The Children's Hospital at Westmead has uncovered a long held secret - when exactly do
the teddy bears' have their picnic? Sources close to the Hospital say that if you come down to Rosehill Gardens Racecourse on Sunday October 16 and join in the celebrations for the annual Teddy Bears' Picnic, you will be in on the secret!
Can't come to the Teddy Bears' Picnic but still want to help? You can get involved by taking part in our Charity Ticket Drive. If you participate in the Charity Ticket Drive, you could give a sick or disadvantaged child a memorable day out! |
Leura Mall Fundraising Queensland Flood Fair |
| Venue: | Leura Mall |
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| Date: | 'Sunday 23rd of January' |
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| Time: | from 9am |
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The images of the flooded homes and communities in Queensland have captured the nation's attention. People feel powerless to help. But a group of Leura business people and residents have joined together to hold a special fund-raising event from 9.00 am Sunday 23rd January in The Mall at Leura Village. There'll be a variety of stalls and activities for kids too, and the funds raised will all go the Queensland Premier's Flood Appeal.
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2012 Jeep Kurri Burri Classic Polo Tournament |
| Venue: | Kurri Burri Farm, 226 Edwards Road, Richmond Lowlands, NSW 2753 |
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| Date: | 'Sunday 13th May 2012' |
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| Time: | 10am - 5pm |
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| Fee: | $25 - $250 |
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| Booking: | Kurriburri.com.au |
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| Sydney's most fashionable mums and dads will be celebrating Mother's Day in style this year, at the Jeep Kurri Burri Classic Polo Tournament. Entering its 4th year on Sunday May 13th 2012, the event is one of the leading polo and lifestyle events of the year. In addition to spoiling Mum, the Tournament will raise funds for Inala, a Rudolf Steiner organisation supporting people with disabilities. |
Very Special Kids Corporate Golf Day |
| Venue: | The Victoria Golf Club, Cheltenham |
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| Date: | 'Wednesday 2 March 2011' |
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This is your opportunity to play at one of Australia's finest sandbelt courses, ranked amongst the top 10 and host to countless major tournaments including the highly successful 2010 Australian Masters.
Gold and Silver Sponsorship packages are now available and we hope that you can join us for this memorable golfing occasion.
All monies raised will go directly to providing the vital support that Very Special Kids offers to families of children with life-threatening illnesses.
Please help Very Special Kids to continue to support families in our community - your participation will allow this important work to continue. |
Project Futures Goes Global |
| Venue: | The Vault, 122 Pitt Street, Sydney |
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| Date: | 'Thursday 24th of February, 2011' |
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| Time: | 6:30-9:30pm |
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| Fee: | $60 pp (includes canapes, refreshments and special guest entertainment) |
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| Celebrate the global launch of Project Futures as they expand to New York in partnership with the Somaly Mam Foundation. Project Futuures is run voluntarily by young professionals and has been operational for less than two years and has raised over $300,000 to fund programs dedicated to combating sex trafficking in Cambodia. |
Life In A Day Opening Night Charity Event |
| Venue: | St Kilda Sea Baths |
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| Date: | 'December 11th, 2011' |
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We are thrilled to be bringing you our Opening Night Charity event on Dec 11 on the rooftop!
Come along early for some games, then chill out to live music sets from Kate Miller-Heidke and Hungry Kids of Hungary as the sun sets over the sea on the rooftop of the iconic St Kilda Sea Baths. Then at dusk, the inspirational Life In A Day will screen under the stars. And to help you get into the summer vibe, there's free ice-cream from Ben & Jerry's! That's right, FREE BEN & JERRY'S.
All proceeds are going to Kate's chosen charity Life Options, supporting communes and villagers in Cambodia to realise their full potential. When you purchase you'll have the option to choose from a variety of pricing levels and therefore how big your donation is - sweet! |
Defiants vs Vandals |
| Venue: | Beenleigh Arena: 2-10 Milne St, Beenleigh |
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| Date: | '12 February 2011' |
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| Time: | Doors open 6.30pm |
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| Fee: | $12 Concession, $15 Adult (at the door) |
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| Booking: | Sunstaterollergirls.com |
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Its been a long wait between games but the season opener is finally here.
This year kicks off with brand new teams and brand new rivalries. Its the beginning of the biggest and best year yet for the Sun State Roller Girls. |
Variety Santa Fun Run |
| Venue: | From Palm Grove, Darling Harbour (outside IMAX) and finish at Tumbalong Park Darling Harbour |
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| Date: | 'Sunday November 27th, 2011' |
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| Time: | 8:30am |
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| It is hoped that participants will help raise much needed money to help sick, special needs and disadvantaged kids through Variety by seeking sponsors from friends and family. To date, the Variety Santa Fun Run has raised over $255,000 nationally. This year runners will follow Santas in other states with Western Australian, South Australia, Northern Territory, Queensland and Victoria holding events on Sunday November 27th - making it the ultimate national event! It is hoped eventually the number of participants will grow beyond 14, 000 to break the world 'Santa Run' record, which is currently held by Portugal. |
David Jones Gold Ribbon Month |
Each year, 600 kids are diagnosed with cancer in Australia, and tragically, every week 3 die from this horrible disease. Children's Cancer Institute Australia (CCIA) is extremely grateful to David Jones for their good corporate citizenship in the lead up to Childhood Cancer Awareness Day on the 15th of February.
On this special day, staff will be wearing a "touch of gold", and like the Greek king Midas, we hope they will be successful in their mission to raise $50,000 for childhood cancer research. |
IGA Signature Chocolate Hearts |
| Fee: | Approximately $3.79 (dependent on state) |
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IGA Signature Chocolate Hearts to raise money to help support rural families experiencing breast cancer
Independent grocers IGA will be continuing their support of the McGrath Foundation this month with the launch of IGA Signature Chocolate Hearts. IGA willdonate 30c from every pack sold from 7 February 2011 until 30 June 2011 to help raise money for the McGrath Foundation. |
Maria Venuti |
| Venue: | Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf: Piers 19-21, 26-32 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont |
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| Date: | 'Sunday March 13th' |
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| Time: | from 6:30pm |
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| Fee: | $150 per person |
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One of Australia's biggest personalities, Maria Venuti is celebrating two incredible milestones - 50 years in show business and her LXX birthday. In her inimitably generous style, Maria is set to mark the occasion in a way that will benefit Aussie kids in need.
As ambassador for Variety, the children's charity Maria is planning an extravagant night of music, laughter, fine food, wine and entertainment and is inviting Australians to celebrate with her in style. It will be held on Sunday March 13 from 6:30pm at Doltone House. All proceeds raised on the night will go to Variety, the children's charity. |
Australian Running Festival |
| Date: | 'April 9-10th' |
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| Booking: | Runningfestival.com.au/ |
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People will travel from all over Australia to take part in the festival, which features a number of events over the weekend of April 9-10, including The Canberra Times Canberra Marathon.
Aside from the marathon, this exciting new festival also includes four different running events: the Half Marathon, the Ultra Marathon, the 10km and 5km fun runs, catering for people of all running abilities.
The Canberra Times Canberra Marathon, Australia's original marathon established in 1976, has been relaunched as an entirely new event with a spectacular course that weaves its way through the city streets of Canberra past Parliament House and Lake Burley Griffin.
The festival will raise much-needed funds for more than 500 charities and will be supported by local clubs, including the new YMCA of Canberra Runners Club. |
Women's Sports Festival Breakfast |
| Venue: | Novotel Sydney Olympic Park - Cnr Olympic Boulevard & Herb Elliott Ave |
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| Date: | 'Friday, 4 March 2011' |
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| Time: | Arrive 7:45am. 8:00am - 9:30am |
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| Fee: | $55 for an individual ticket or $500 for a table of ten (ticket price include GST) |
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| Booking: | Thankq.net.au or 02 9890 0954 |
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Melbourne Camp Quality Supper Club |
| Date: | 'Thursday 12th of May' |
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| Fee: | $3600 per tables of 12 |
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| Booking: | Campquality.org.au/supperclub |
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The Melbourne Camp Quality Supper Club will be held on Thursday 12 May, with Victorian Supper Club Ambassador Blair McDonough playing host. Tables of 12 can be booked for $3600 (more details below).
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Fun Meets Fine Food for Children's Charity Camp Quality |
| Date: | 'For the month of May' |
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| Booking: | Campquality.org.au/supperclub |
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This May, Camp Quality, the children.s family cancer charity that believes laughter is the best medicine, presents the Camp Quality Supper Club, a series of exclusive fine dining experiences in six major cities across Australia. Funds raised will help Camp Quality to bring fun and happiness into the lives of children and their families living with cancer.
For one night only in each participating city, Australia's most highly acclaimed chefs and best-known restaurants - including The Press Club, PM24, Vue De Monde, Tetsuya's, Sapore Restaurant, Stokehouse and Rockpool Bar and Grill - will open their doors to groups of 12 Supper Club diners for 'vintage glamour' themed dinner parties with a difference.
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Cerebral Palsy Awareness Week Wheelchair Soccer Match |
| Venue: | Federation Square, Swanston Street Forecourt, Melbourne |
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| Date: | 'Monday, 1 August, 2011' |
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| Time: | 11.30am - 1.30pm |
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| Booking: | Cpaustralia.com.au |
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Melburnians will witness some of Victoria's best wheelchair athletes pit their skills in a riotous game of Wheelchair Soccer being held as part of the 2011 Cerebral Palsy Awareness Week celebrations on Monday, 1st August.
Celebrities and professional athletes will also be put through their paces in a wheelchair obstacle course followed by a demonstration game. |
Students across Australia are taking the Gutsy Challenge |
| Date: | '18 July - 30 September 2011' |
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| Booking: | Gutsychallenge.com |
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July 18 marks the start date for this year's Gutsy Challenge when students across the country will be eating fruit and vegetables to raise money for Gastro-Intestinal cancer research.
Last year 50,000 pieces of fruit and vegetables were eaten by the Challengers and this year, the GI CANCER Institute is aiming to beat this record by expanding participation to students from high schools and swimming schools too.
The Gutsy Challenge is a schools-based program encouraging students to get sponsored to eat two pieces of fruit and four vegetables each day for a whole week in Term 3, and to raise money for digestive cancer research. |
WimWALK |
| Venue: | Bicentennial Park, Sydney Olympic Park |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday 8 March' |
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| Time: | 9am |
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| Fee: | FREE |
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| Booking: | Contact: |
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| WimWALK is a community based walking program, aimed at encouraging participation in fun, safe and regular organised physical activity, targeting traditionally inactive women and girls! |
Breakfast in Bed for Pink Ribbon Breakfast |
| Venue: | Fundraise.pinkribbonbreakfast.org.au/jessica__parker |
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This year support NBCF by hosting Breakfast in Bed!
Girls, Australia wide will be taking the ultimate casual approach to fundraising.
Go to http://fundraise.pinkribbonbreakfast.org.au/jessica__parker to help raise funds for breast cancer research. |
ANZ Netball Championship 4th Round |
| Venue: | Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre |
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| Date: | 'Monday 7 March' |
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| Time: | 7.40pm |
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| Fee: | Adult - $25.00, Child - $19.00 |
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| Booking: | Sydneyolympicpark.com.au/womens-sports-festival or call (02) 9714 7888 |
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| Watch the NSW Swifts and the West Coast Fever clash in the 4th round of the ANZ championships! |
NSWIS Diving Clinc |
| Venue: | Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday 8 March' |
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| Time: | 5-6pm |
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| Fee: | FREE |
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| Booking: | Sydneyolympicpark.com.au/womens-sports-festival or call (02) 9714 7888 |
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| Everyone will enjoy this free clinic featuring Melissa Wu, Olympic and Commonwealth Games medalists and Chava Sobrino, NSWIS Diving Head Coach. |
State Hockey Challenge |
| Venue: | Sydney Olympic Park Hockey Centre |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 5 March and Sunday 6 March' |
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| Time: | Saturday: 12.30pm Sunday: 10.30am |
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| Fee: | FREE |
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| Booking: | Sydneyolympicpark.com.au/womens-sports-festival or call (02) 9714 7888 |
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| See the NSW Arrows and the Canberra Strikers go head-to-head in this grudge match. |
Sports for Women Day |
| Venue: | Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park |
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| Date: | 'Sunday 6 March' |
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| Time: | From 8am for 9am start |
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| Fee: | FREE |
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| Booking: | Sportforwomenday.com.au |
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| Join Melissa Wu, Caroline Buchanan, Kerri Potthurst, Sarah Wall, Louise Sauvage and many more female sporting greats at Sport for Women Day - a celebration of women in sport. It will be a jam-packed day including Women's Hour - an hour long fitness class, featuring the new craze, Zumba. Register online to be involved in the attempt for the most people in an outdoor fitness class. There will also be exhibition stalls, sports demonstrations and food and drink. You also won't want to miss the ultimate tug-of-war charity challenge where Australia's elite athletes take on local amateur sports teams. |
The Ultimate Dust-Up Drives Down Under: World Rally Championship, Coffs Coast |
| Date: | '8-11 September 2011' |
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| Fee: | $25 with family discounts available |
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| Booking: | Ticketek.com.au |
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Leaving Sweden's snow and Jordan's desert dust behind, the world's fastest rally drivers hit the New South Wales Coffs Coast on 8-11 September for Rally Australia, round 10 of the epic FIA World Rally Championship (WRC).
Piloting million-dollar machines, drivers from many countries will clash over three days and nights on the Coffs Coast's most testing terrain. |
Jeans for Genes Day |
| Venue: | JeansforGenes.org.au |
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| Date: | 'Friday August 3rd, 2012' |
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Scope See Me September Walk With Me |
| Date: | 'Sunday 9th of September' |
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Seven year old Natalie Palancian wants Victorians to join her during Scope See Me September Walk With Me events being held in Melbourne, Bendigo and Geelong this September.
Walk With Me celebrates people of all abilities and encourages Victorians to walk alongside one of the many people Scope supports, like Natalie, and to See the Person, Not the Disability.
There are three events across Victoria:
Melbourne Sunday 9 September
Bendigo Saturday 15 September
Geelong Sunday, 16 September |
The 21 Challenge 2012 |
| Date: | '21 continuous days in June' |
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| Booking: | 21challenge.com.au |
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The 21 Challenge is your chance to help homeless youth by doing something you love, perhaps something you don't love, or maybe something you've never done before, for 21 continuous days in June.
You might stop using swear words, eating chocolate, wearing makeup or you could start something like going to yoga every day for 21 days, only drinking water or sporting a crazy hairstyle.
The 21 Challenge starts on June 1st and finishes on June 21st, the longest night of the year in the southern hemisphere and one of the most difficult nights for young people living on the streets.
Participants raise funds while undertaking their Challenge with all the benefits of their efforts going towards Open Family Australia's Outreach programs to benefit at-risk and homeless young people.
To register for The 21 Challenge, please visit 21challenge.com.au.
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Women and Leadership Australia Fundraiser Dinner |
| Venue: | Etihad Stadium |
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| Date: | 'Wednesday 27th April 2011' |
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| Booking: | 1300 138 037 |
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| On the evening of 7th April 2011 Women and Leadership Australia will host a Fundraiser Dinner at Etihad Stadium as part of the 2011 Australian Regional Women Leaders Convention. The dinner will be run in support of the Aussie Helpers Children's Fund and will include a silent auction of donated items to raise money for the fund. |
The World's Greatest Shave at Lambton Park Wine and Food Festival |
| Date: | 'Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 March' |
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| Time: | 11am to 5pm |
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| Fee: | Entry is only $15 |
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| Booking: | Wineandfoodfestival.com.au |
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| This weekend The World's Greatest Shave will set up camp at the Lambton Park Wine and Food Festival. Inviting brave souls to shave or colour their hair to raise money for Leukaemia research. With the aim of funding research into better treatment options and one day finding a cure. |
Variety Baulkham Hills to Buccaneer Rock Bash back in 2011 |
| Date: | 'Saturday August 6th - Wednesday August 17th' |
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| Booking: | Varietynsw.org.au/bash |
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The most novel and colourful event on the calendar for the past 26 years, the NSW Variety Bash is set to make its departure from Sydney again on August 6th, 2011.
Given that since its inception in 1985, it has been tradition for the Bash to start and finish at a destination starting with the letter B, this year the Variety Bash will leave from Totally Home Bella Vista in Baulkham Hills at 8:30am on Saturday August 6th and finish at Buccaneer Rock (Broome, WA) on August 17th, travelling 5,423 kilometres and detouring through some of NSW most remote regions including Inverell, even crossing the border into Longreach and Mt Isa and travelling through the Northern Territory before completing the 11 day journey to the most westerly point of Australia. Since the first Bash the event has raised in excess of $109 million for kids in need.
Saturday August 6th - Baulkham Hills ~ Nundle ~ Inverell (NSW)
Sunday August 7th - Inverell ~ St George ~ Charleville (Qld)
Monday August 8th - Charleville ~ Blackall ~ Longreach (Qld)
Tuesday August 9th - Longreach ~ Winton ~ Cloncurry (Qld)
Wednesday August 10th - Cloncurry ~ Mount Isa (Qld
Thursday August 11th - Mount Isa ~ Tennant Creek (NT)
Friday August 12th - Tennant Creek ~ Newcastle Waters ~ Top Springs (NT)
Saturday August 13th - Top Springs ~ Timber Creek ~ Kununurra (WA)
Sunday August 14th - Kununurra ~ Mount Barnett (WA)
Monday August 15th - Mount Barnett ~ Derby (WA)
Tuesday August 16th - Derby ~ Buccaneer Rock (Broome, WA)
Wednesday August 17th - Buccaneer Rock (Broome, WA) |
The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon |
| Venue: | Spectacular course through city streets of Sydney, starting and finishing in Hyde Park |
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| Date: | 'Sunday, May 20, 2012' |
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| Fee: | $92 |
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People are expected to come from all over the country on Sunday, May 20 to compete in Australia's largest and most prestigious half marathon, The Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathon presented by Colonial First State.
The 21.1km one lap course, which saw more than 13,000 people take part, weaves its way around Sydney highlighting spectacular landmarks such as the iconic Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.
In 2011, the event raised almost $800,000 for more than 500 charities and this year is set to be even bigger. The target has been set at $1 million for more than 600 charities including partner charity Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA). |
SchoolAid Disaster Appeal |
| Booking: | Schoolaid.org.au/projects.aspx |
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| Prime Minister, Julia Gillard, is encouraging all Australian schools to join together, this Friday, 18th of Marhc and thereafter to acknowledge those who have died, are missing and have been impacted by the Earthquake in Christchurch and the devastation wrought by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Aussie schools are set to make a real difference by participating in SchoolAid's appeals. |
Varietys26thannualMelbourneCupDayluncheon |
| Venue: | Sofitel Sydney Wentworth |
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| Date: | 'Tuesday November 1st, 2011' |
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| Time: | 11:45am until 5pm |
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| Fee: | $195 each |
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| Booking: | Varietynsw.org.au or call 02 9819 1004 |
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| To celebrate the event guests will be treated to a very special lunch including some exceptional live entertainment - all while raising funds for kids in need - making it the ultimate win/win event! Variety will cater for 500 guests at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, while also hosting a special party for 80 special needs and disadvantaged kids who will enjoy their own Kid's Cup Day party. |
Spring 30 Days of Feel Good Fitness |
| Fee: | $30 |
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| Booking: | 30daysfitness.com.au |
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Spring 30 Days of Feel Good Fitness will launch nationwide. Spring is an initiative to get people moving, demonstrate the impact exercise has on their mood and raise over $500,000 for the Black Dog Institute. All you have to do is sign up, do 30 minutes of exercise for 30 days during the month of September and pay just $30 for the Spring online fitness program personalised to beginners, intermediate or advanced participants. All money raised will go directly to the Black Dog Institute to help research and treat depression.
Everyone that participates in the Spring 30 Days of Feel Good Fitness receives:
1. A 30 minute exercise plan each day by email for the month of September. Plans include strength, fitness, circuits, yoga and core.
2. A feel-good recipe each week.
3. The knowledge that they are supporting a fantastic cause.
Group training sessions will also be held as part of the program each Saturday throughout September. Further details on these can be found on the Spring website. |
Dealing with Destiny |
| Date: | 'August 29th, 2011' |
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| Time: | 6:30pm |
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| Fee: | $30 |
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| Booking: | Variety.org.au/nsw |
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Sydneysiders are invited to be the first to see a sparkling new Australian comedy, Dealing with Destiny, when it premieres at Fox Studios on Monday August 29 at 6:30pm. With all proceeds from ticket sales going to Variety, the children's charity, this special event will give filmgoers an opportunity to help kids in need while supporting the Aussie film industry.
Tickets are just $30 and include canapés and drinks upon arrival, the film screening and a chance to meet and greet the vibrant young cast including Luke Arnold (Broken Hill, Panic at Rock Island, Rush), Clayton Moss (All Saints, Rescue Special Ops), Roger Sciberras (Fools Gold, Gangs of Oz) and Steve Maresca (Suring the Devil). |
Climbing Kilimanjaro for my Grandpa |
| Venue: | My.artezpacific.com/personalPage.aspx?SID=357503&Lang=en-CA |
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| My name is Emma Lovell and in September, 2011, I will Climb Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa in the memory of my late Grandpa Jack. The Climb is to raise much needed funds for Alzheimer's Australia NSW to help the people with dementia in NSW, and their families and carers. |
Berlei Breast Cancer Awareness Month |
This year Berlei & Berlei Curves will donate $5 from the sale of every limited edition BCNA print bra and briefs to Breast Cancer Research Australia.
By purchasing one of the Berlei Pink Bras, women are showing support for the 36 women in Australia who are told everyday that they have breast cancer. Berlei will also donate more than 12,000 Berlei My Care Kits to women with breast cancer during this time. |
Dine for Kids |
| Venue: | The Mean Fiddler |
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| Date: | 'Thursday September 8th, 2011' |
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| Fee: | $950 for a table of 10 |
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| Booking: | Variety on 02 9819 1001 or book online at Variety.org.au/NSW |
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Variety the children's charity is encouraging friends, families and work colleagues from North West Sydney to enjoy a special luncheon at the popular local restaurant, The Mean Fiddler on Thursday September 8th, 2011 for the second annual Dine for Kids event.
Guests can look forward to a scrumptious two course meal, designed exclusively for the event by acclaimed chef Peter Andrews, while being entertained by a couple of surprise special performances. Tickets are $95 per person.
Variety is also encouraging corporate groups to enjoy an exquisite
lunch out with their colleagues at $950 for a table of 10, with all funds raised going directly to Variety, the children's charity. There will also be raffles and auctions with some fantastic prizes up for grabs and special appearances by last year's MasterChef finalist, Courtney Roulston and Junior MasterChef finalist, Nick Bain.
While the adults enjoy the luncheon from 12:30pm until 3:30pm, the
Mean Fiddler will also be hosting a special Kids Lunch party, inviting
more than 60 disadvantaged kids and their carers from the Hills
School in Northmead and Tallowood School in Kellyville to enjoy an
afternoon of entertainment, including a Liberty Swing that will be set
up outside for kids in wheelchairs. Guests will have the opportunity to
meet the kids at the party and discover first hand what a significant
impact their support has on children in need. |
Variety of Chefs |
| Venue: | Grand Ballroom at the Hilton Hotel in Sydney |
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| Date: | 'Saturday May 14, 2011' |
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| Time: | from 6:30pm |
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| Fee: | $250 per person |
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| Booking: | Varietyofchefs.com.au/ or call (02) 9819 1004 |
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Aveda 2011 Earth Month Brisbane Walk For Water |
| Venue: | Start Point: Cambridge Parade, Manly. Meet on Royal Esplanade opposite Fish Café Food and Wine Bar |
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| Date: | 'Sunday 17th April 2011' |
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| Time: | 11am - 12pm |
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| Booking: | Aveda.com.au/mini/newataveda.tmpl |
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The Scots College Rugby Support Group Luncheon 2011 |
| Venue: | Four Seasons Hotel: 199 George St, Sydney |
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| Date: | 'Friday 3rd of June, 2011' |
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| Time: | From Midday |
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| Fee: | $200 per person |
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| Booking: | 02 8306 9555 |
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Little Lights Christmas Appeal for Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick |
| Booking: | Littlelights.org.au |
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| Once again, we are calling on the public to help us light up our virtual tree and real tree by making a donation towards our goal of $150, 000. With each donation, our trees get brighter. And of course, all money raised goes to the ill and injured children at Sydney Children's Hospital. |
Christchurch Earthquake Fundraising Event |
| Venue: | Smartartz Gallery: 2 Alfred Place, South Melbourne |
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| Date: | 'Thursday 7th of April' |
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| Time: | 7pm |
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| Featuring: Award winning Chefs with tastings from their Pop Up kitchen along with Wine, Beer, Champagne, Art Music Prizes and more! |
Starlight Cinema Bridesmaids Screening |
| Venue: | North Sydney Oval - Miller Street, North Sydney |
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| Date: | '21st of February 2012' |
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| Time: | Gates open from 7:00pm, film commences at sundown |
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| Booking: | Starlightcinema.com.au |
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| ME Bank and Starlight Cinema are joining forces to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation with a fundraiser screening of the hilarious blockbuster, Bridesmaids (MA15+). |
IBO CrusierWeight World Title |
| Venue: | Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney |
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| Date: | 'Wednesday July 20th' |
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| IBO cruiserweight champion Danny Green (31 wins/3 losses) will put his world title on the line when he steps onto the canvas to face former light-heavyweight world champion Antonio 'Magic Man' Tarver (28 wins/6 loses) at the Sydney Entertainment Centre on Wednesday, July 20. |
Climbing Kilimanjaro for my Grandpa Movie Fundraiser |
| Date: | 'July 24th, 2011' |
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| Fee: | $34.05 |
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| Booking: | Facebook.com/event.php?eid=209019039137319 |
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| Emma and Steph are Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in Africa this September. This massive challenge is being undertaken in honour of Alzheimer's Australia NSW to raise money for those living with dementia and their families. |
Gold Coast Roller Derby Oceania Championships- Murda Maids vs. Pain Clinic |
| Venue: | Carrara Indoor Stadium |
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| Date: | 'Saturday 16th April' |
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| Time: | Doors open 5:30pm, game starts at 5:45pm. (1 hour) |
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| Fee: | Gold coin donation |
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| Booking: | Goldcoastrollerderby.com |
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Fast, furious and fierce fishnet-clad women will be flying around on roller-skates on Saturday the 16th of April for the Gold Coast's first roller derby bout for 2011.
For the first time, the Gold Coast Roller Derby league has been invited to participate in the Oceania and Asia Pacific Skating Championships, as part of an 'exhibition' bout to showcase the nail biting, edge-of your seat entertainment that is roller derby. |
Drink Up, Do Good and Live Longer |
| Date: | 'Friday, August 10th ' |
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| Booking: | Streetsmartaustralia.org |
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Help the homeless and your own health next Friday, August 10th by purchasing your favourite cup of coffee from a cafe participating in CafeSmart, an initiative of grass roots charity, StreetSmart.
According to a 14 year study published in The New England Journal of Medicine coffee drinkers have been found to live longer than those who choose to be non coffee drinker. Coffee drinkers were also less likely to die from heart disease, respiratory disease, stroke, injuries and diabetes. |
2011 Million Paws Walk fundraiser for RSPCA |
| Booking: | http://www.millionpawswalkfundraising.com.au/michelle_drebing |
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| Please help support the Million Paws Walk to raise money for the RSPCA and join Sooty, Piper and I on the day for the big walk on Sunday the 15th of May in Brisbane. |
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