Media Event Agenda
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Disney On IceSM presents Mickey & Minnie’s Amazing Journey
2-7 July – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne. Join Mickey and Minnie on a sightseeing tour of the imagination as they travel to five exciting destinations all in one action-packed ice show! For more information on national tour dates visit the website. Tickets on sale Monday 21st April through Ticketek. Ph. 132 839. Media enquiries: Julie Cavanagh 03 9486 1299 or Larissa Cavanagh 03 9486 1455.
The Rocks Aroma Festival6 July, 10am – 5pm- The Rocks, Sydney. Come and indulge in a day full of rich aromas and delectable treats at The Rocks Aroma Festival. The Rocks Aroma festival is the largest coffee festival in the southern hemisphere and also features luscious chocolate, exotic teas, fragrant spices and all things nice (including exquisite cupcakes, nougat, fudge, rocky road and more!) For more information please visit the
website.
$10 billion from the Federal Government to help fix public transport
8 July 9.30-10am. Conference Room 2, Moonee Valley Function Centre, McPherson Street Moonee Ponds - In the wake of increasing pressure on families from fuel prices, rising food prices, interest rates and the upcoming introduction of an emissions trading scheme, a group of public transport experts will hold a press conference calling for a $10 billion investment from the Federal Government to help fix public transport and provide all Australians with a genuine alternative to the car. Media Contact Isuru Neelagama 0432 246 191
Gough Whitlam's 92nd Birthday
11 July, 12.00 noon for 12.30pm – Former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam is set to celebrate his 92nd birthday with the Whitlam family and the Whitlam Institute marking the milestone with a celebratory lunch. To be held at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney, tickets are available for the lunch, which will be a major fundraising event to support and expand the work of the Whitlam Institute within the University of Western Sydney. Contact: Amanda Whibley on 0418 438 399.
17 July, 12.15 - 2pm (light lunch provided) - Level 1, 350 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000. Canny investors know that small caps deliver higher returns over the longer term. With small caps being most harshly treated by the market recently, shrewd investors will use this period to look for low profile companies with earnings, small PEs and high growth. This showcase features very interesting companies from Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.
RSVP 03 9620 3333.
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong Celebrates Christmas in July and Honours Local Firefighters
18 July- SkyHigh Mt Dandenong will celebrate the work of the local CFA Fire brigade volunteers, as they enjoy a ‘Winters Day For The CFA’, with their own special Christmas dinner with all the trimmings. For media information contact Julie Cavanagh on 03 9486 1299 or 0419 306 540 or Larissa Cavanagh on 03 9486 1455 or 0419 348 938.
We’re interested in the welfare of horses’ - the RSPCA wants to help you!
19 July, 9.15am-4.00pm – RSPCA Education Centre, Burwood Highway, Burwood East, Melbourne. To assist people who are interested in the responsibilities and enjoyment of horse ownership, the RSPCA will present a seminar, ‘You & Your New Horse’. For further information contact Ray Lord, RSPCA Media Officer on 03 9224 2237.
19 July, 6.30pm - Crown Palladium. Experience a night of fun, glamour and excitement in the sumptuous Palladium Ballroom of Melbourne's Crown Casino. Dine on an exquisite three course meal and be treated to a spectacular line up of brilliant performers. Price: $200 (inc GST)/$2000 (Table 10). For bookings please call 03 9429 7444 or
email.
AIPP Epson NSW Professional Photography Awards Presentation Evening
23rd July, 7.30pm. L&P Digital, 96 Reserve Road, Artarmon - The Australian Institute of Professional Photography will showcase winning portfolios in the AIPP Epson NSW State Professional Photography Awards at a presentation evening. The Awards acknowledge the highest level of student and professional photography in New South Wales. Contact:
Jo Wallace, Rubystar PR or 0407 201 394.
You’re Invited as a Guest of Monsoon – “Nickel Showcase”
30 July, 12.15 - 2pm (light lunch provided) Level 3, NAB House, 255 George Street, Sydney 2000. In Australia, nickel is typically produced at $4-6 per lb and typically sells now for $12 per lb. Producers are cashing up and investing in developing new reserves and diversifying in other metals. Australia is a major nickel producer and investors have generally made handsome returns from nickel companies in recent years. Proto Resources & Investments Ltd (PRW) – Andrew Mortimer, Managing Director. Mincor Resources Ltd (MCR) – Graham Fariss, Corporate Development Manager. Heron Resources Limited (HRR) – Mathew Longworth, Managing
Director.
RSVP (03) 9620 3333.
Month of JULeye Dedicated to Raising Awareness and Funds for Eye HealthThroughout July – Did you know that every 65 minutes a person in Australia loses their sight and every minute a child in the world goes blind? From this year, the Eye Foundation is dedicating the month of JULeye to raising awareness of eye health issues and much needed funds for eye health research. Australians are invited to show their support of eye by making a donation via the
JULeye website. For more information contact
Rosemary Biggs at Hausmann Communications on 02 9361 3777.
AIPP Canon APPA’s Travelling Exhibition Opening Night/Media Launch
25th August,7.30pm. Ground Floor, Chifley Plaza, 2 Chifley Square, Sydney. The Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) will officially launch the first stop in the AIPP Canon Australian Professional Photography Awards (APPAs) National Travelling Exhibition. The free exhibition will be open to the general public and will run over four weeks from Monday 25th August until Saturday 20th September. Contact:
Jo Wallace, Rubystar PR or 0407 201 394.
Sustainable Development Conference (SD08): Solutions Through Collaboration15-19 September – Darwin Convention Centre, NT. The Conference theme is Solutions Through Collaboration, which will highlight tangible examples of the minerals industry’s partnerships with government, the community and other stakeholders in delivering sustainable outcomes. The Conference offers a comprehensive program of case studies, presentations and workshops. Through the exchange of ideas, information and practical examples, the Conference will explore global, national, regional and local issues and solutions. For more information, including our program and registration details, please visit our conference
website or contact Sarah Leavitt, Event Coordinator, on 02 6233 0643.
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