JOURNEY The Official Opening Dinner - Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre

Thirty-two years ago, the Gladstone City Theatre was officially opened. Since that time, Gladstone has been on a spectacular journey to become the modern city that it is today. 

Join with us to commemorate the Official Opening of our new Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre and celebrate its journey from humble city theatre to the international-standard facility that it is today.

Be inspired by the courageous journey of Li Cunxin; from an impoverished village in China to become Mao’s Last Dancer and now Artistic Director of the Queensland Ballet.

Be entertained by the exquisite talent of Wendy Matthews, a multi-ARIA Award winner and one of Australia’s leading female singers. Let Wendy share her journey with you from her birthplace in Canada through the United States and now her home in Australia.

TIME: Wednesday, January 22, 2014 – 6.30pm for 7pm start

TICKETS:  *Tickets on sale Tuesday, December 17 from 9am

Per person: $150
Table of 10: $1500

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Summer Saver at Metro Hotel and Apartments Gladstone

Metro Hotel and Apartments Gladstone is offering this Gladstone Summer Saver for $145.00* per night including a late check out of 12 Noon.

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Terms and Conditions:

•     Late checkout of 12.00 noon Saturday & Sunday
•     Offer is available Friday / Saturday / Sunday only
•     Minimum stay of 2 Consecutive nights is required
•     Rate is for up to Two occupants
•     Valid until 31st January 2014

SUNfest Festival - Gladstone 2014

It’s time for some summer holiday fun with the 2014 SUNfest program from the 6th to 17th of January!

There’s plenty for the Lil Kids (10-11yrs) and Youth (12-17yrs) to participate in whilst making new friends and it’s all coordinated by Gladstone Festivals and Events on behalf of Gladstone Regional Council.

For the Youth we’ve got laser skirmish, clay target shooting, skateboard art, mime, clowning and commedia del arte, drama, glee and so much more!

Then there’s lantern making, clay sculpting, drama, paper mache, indoor rock climbing, kite making and even cooking Good Quick Tukka for the Lil Kids!

PLUS you’ll receive a FREE invitation to watch the SUNfest Showcase on the 17th of January; an evening to celebrate the new skills, routines and activities the youth of the region have participated in!

Expressions of Interest

Gladstone Festivals and Events is currently seeking expressions of interest from tutors to conduct activities for youth in January 2014 during SUNfest. For information download the Expressions of Interest prospectus here: Expression of Interest SUNfest 2014

2014 Sunfest Booklet

Please click here for the 2014 Sunfest Booklet Online Version

Please click here for the 2014 Sunfest Booklet PDF Download Version

The Observer Boyne Tannum HookUp Fishing Competition Gladstone

The Boyne Tannum HookUp is Australia's top family fishing competition! The HookUp offers the simple joy of discovering the art of fishing and the strength of the human spirit. 

The 2014 HookUp has had a change and will run on the first weekend in May, and promises to be bigger and better than ever. The entertainment line up will blow you away with the NRL sending nine current and retired players to join the HookUp.

The prize pool for this years event is a cracker! Ten boats up for grabs, plus holidays, fishing gear and more!

Information:

Entry Cost Adult:$85.00 These costs are only applicable to those wishing to participate in the event or be eligible to win prizes. From: 02-May-2014 To:04-May-2014 Child (3 - 16 yrs):$40.00 These costs are only applicable to those wishing to participate in the event or be eligible to win prizes. Junior competitors must be under the age of 16 years but no less that three years at the time of the event. From: 02-May-2014 To:04-May-2014

Opening Hours Public Holiday: Official opening time is 0700 on Friday 2 May ...... 0700 Contact Us Tollfree: 1300 664 199 Email: enquiries@boynetannumhookup.com.au Website: www.boynetannumhookup.com.au

Details

Disabled Access:

Yes. The venue is located at an outdoor venue which wheelchairs may be able to traverse

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Hello Kitty Flanagan - Live in Gladstone

Kitty returns with her highly anticipated new show and this time she answers all the difficult questions: What’s wrong with teenagers? Why are babies so angry? What snackfoods should be avoided when dating? Should cabaret be outlawed? 

When did rappers start hating on ladies? Is it okay to take hot beverages into the dunny can? Is dunny can an acceptable term for toilet? What makes ham so delicious? Which religion is best for me? And of course, are all women who own cats mental?

“If you’ve seen Flanagan on The 7pm Project and Good News Week you’ll have an idea of what to expect but she’s even better – and faster – live.” The Independent Weekly

*15years+ show

TIME: 8pm

TICKETS:

Adults: $44.90

Friends of the Theatre: $39.90
Pensioner/Senior Card Holder: $39.90
Students (17 yrs and under): $39.90
Tertiary Students:$39.90
Groups (10+): $39.90 ea

Metro Hotels Provides Spiritual Book to Guests as a Source of Inspiration

In a world-first, Australian-owned hotel chain Metro Hotels will place a book called Jing Si Aphorisms in all rooms in its NSW and Queensland properties, to enable guests to learn more about the Buddhist compassionate relief organisation, Tzu Chi Foundation.

The Foundation first came to the attention of the hotel chain when it went unasked to the aid of Ipswich residents, giving out care packages following the devastating 2011 floods. 

The hotel chain’s Ipswich property, Metro Hotel Ipswich International, built a relationship with the Foundation and offered to put books in its rooms so that its guests would learn more about the work and philosophy of the organisation.

Metro Hotels decided to extend this offer to other properties, with Metro Hotel Sydney Central General Manager Earl Muir yesterday accepting a special presentation of the books from Julia Wu, principal of Tzu Chi Foundation, Gold Coast, and Stephen Kan, CEO of Tzu-Chi Sydney.

The book, Jing Si Aphorisms, translates the essence of the Buddha’s teachings to exemplify life lessons. ‘Aphorism’ means original thought, or definition, and rather than being a religious text the book is meant to be an explanation of the Buddhist faith. 

Mr Muir said the Tzu Chi Foundation, which lives by the creed that it is more of a blessing to serve others than be served, believes in service to the community and has demonstrated its commitment to this belief through its actions in Ipswich.

“This organisation has shown tremendous compassion and service to Australian communities when they are in need and Metro Hotel believes it is an organisation which Australians may want to know more about,” he said.

“Placing Jing Si Aphorisms in our hotel rooms gives guests another reading option to the Holy Bible. The book is being supplied as a source of inspiration to our guests. This is not about converting people from one religion to another but rather promoting harmony and diversity.” 

See this press release and more at Metro Hotels News

Spring Saver at Metro Hotel and Apartments Gladstone

Metro Hotel and Apartments Gladstone is offering this Gladstone Spring Saver for $145.00* per night including a late check out of 12 Noon.

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Terms and Conditions:

•     Late checkout of 12.00 noon Saturday & Sunday
•     Offer is available Friday / Saturday / Sunday only
•     Minimum stay of 2 consecutive nights is required
•     Rate is for up to Two occupants
•     Valid until 30th November 2013