Underground Opera Package at Tower Mill

Opera in the Reservoir - Brisbane
August 1st to 30th, 2014

The heritage-listed Spring Hill Reservoirs will be unlocked for the first time in decades, and are set to become the new home for a leading Australian private opera company. The Underground Opera Company have been creating performance events in unusual, breathtaking spaces  for the last seven years.

Conveniently located directly opposite the Metro Hotel Tower Mill, the reservoirs were constructed between 1871 and 1882. They were closed in 1962 and have remained off limits to the public until now.

Why not make the most of this unique experience, with an overnight stay at Metro Hotel Tower Mill?

We are offering this Underground Opera Package including accommodation and buffet breakfast for up to 2 adults, plus Wifi and an extended check out (11am).

*Show tickets not included.

To book this package, go to: http://www.brisbane-metro-hotel-tower-mill.bookings.metrohotels.com.au/index.site.packages.package.1729.html

Stay Longer and SAVE at Tower Mill

Stay Longer and SAVE at Metro Hotel Tower Mill!

When you make a booking at Metro Hotel Tower Mill, you'll save $10 per night when you stay for 3 nights or more!

To book, visit: http://www.brisbane-metro-hotel-tower-mill.bookings.metrohotels.com.au/index.site.packages.package.1657.html

International Jewellery Fair 2014 - Sydney

The Sydney International Jewellery Fair moves into its 23rd year with a fresh new look and a fabulous new home.

We are excited about the fair being held at Sydney’ s newest, premier CBD location for exhibitions and events, Sydney Exhibition Cent re @ Glebe Island. 

And getting to the fair is as easy as ever with complimentary, dedicated transport options available.

Located on Sydney’s magnificent harbour foreshore near the ANZAC Bridge, this fresh new venue will offer contemporary pop-up eating spaces, captivating views of Sydney’s harbour and icons, and scheduled special event transport on show days.

Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island will be just minutes from all the excitement and attractions of Darling Harbour. Catch a theatre performance, dine by the water, visit the aquarium or stay in your favourite harbourside hotel after the show!

FOR VISITORS

Explore, compare and purchase the latest products and services, all under one roof. See the hottest trends, network with peers, stay ahead of the competition.

FOR EXHIBITORS

The largest qualified audience of Australia’s Jewellery retailers, all in one place and at one time. Meet your market face to face and increase sales.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

The Fair is exclusively open to trade buyers of jewellery products, purchasing in trade volumes. All visitors must meet minimum registration criteria and we recommend pre-registering to visit the Fair. Click here for more information on visitor registration.

The Fair welcomes the following visitors:

Jewellery retailer
Department store buyer
Watch or clock retailer
Jewellers
Duty free retailer
Jewellery manufacturer
Jewellery designer
Gemmologist
Watch maker/repairer
Gift store retailer with jewellery stock
Gift retailer with jewellery stock
Fashion retailer with jewellery stock
Student (in a jewellery related course)

LOCATION

Sydney Exhibition Centre, Glebe Island

Click here for Visitor Registration Information

Monster Jam Sydney 2014 - MONSTER TRUCKS

AFTER the roaring success of the first ever Sydney Monster Jam show in 2013, the most intense family entertainment experience is returning to ANZ Stadium on Saturday 18 October 2014.

Performing for over four million fans annually, Monster Jam is the world's most popular monster truck show.

Featuring high-flying, rip-roaring and heart-pumping displays from monster machines more than three metres tall and up to five tonnes in weight, you're guaranteed to be on the edge of your seat as the monster trucks smash through obstacles and perform incredible stunts.

Don't miss out on this fantastic night of family-friendly fun!

Welcome to the most intense family entertainment experience on the planet, Monster Jam®, starring the biggest performers on four wheels: Monster Jam trucks! For the first time ever, the 2014 Monster Jam World Tour smashes into Australia for an anything goes multi-city tour! 

The 3.5 meter tall, 5 ton machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over or smash through! Monster Jam provides a massive night’s entertainment tailored perfectly for your family’s budget, and these colorful, larger-than-life beasts are sure to capture the hearts of both young and old. 

Monster Jam monster trucks are custom-designed machines that sit atop 66-inch-tall tires and weigh a minimum of 5 tons. Built for short, high-powered bursts of speed, monster trucks generate 1,500 to 2,000 horsepower and are capable of speeds of up to 160 kilometers per hour. Monster trucks can fly up to 38 meters (a distance greater than 14 cars side by side) and up to 10 meters in the air. 

Monster Jam, sanctioned by the United States Hot Rod Association®, is the most popular monster truck tour, performing to over 4 million fans annually at the most prestigious arenas and stadiums throughout the world. In 2013, Monster Jam made its Australian debut with a one night appearance at the famed ANZ Stadium in Sydney performing to over 55,000 Australians. 

2014 brings the Monster Jam World Tour to Australia performing in a one night smash hit return to Sydney’s ANZ Stadium and all new markets being announced soon throughout Australia! Fans can experience the three main fan-favorite elements - the Party in the Pits, racing and freestyle. 

The Pit Party gives all fans a chance to meet the stars of Monster Jam up-close while taking pictures and getting autographs. 

Plus, fans will awe in the excitement of thrill acts such as Freestyle Motocross. 

For more information about the Australian National Tour or for clips of the show, visit www.monsterjamonline.com.au

Ice skating proves a hit at Cronulla

Picture Credit: Anna Warr

THERE has been a red hot response to Cronulla's new ice age.

In a first, Sutherland Shire Council set up an ice skating rink in Cronulla Plaza for the school holidays.

Cronulla on Ice has generated a lot of interest as Nevada Buckley-Ash, 4, shows (pictured left).

"We've sold almost 7000 tickets so far, so it's been a great success," a Sutherland Shire Council spokeswoman said.

"It's been really popular with families during the day.

"We've seen a few groups of ladies who have come to Cronulla for dinner and then had fun strapping on some skates together.

"There are some tickets left but you do need to book ahead."

The skating rink will operate until Sunday, July 13.

There is always plenty to do in Cronulla in the school holidays.

The Gymbus was parked at Cronulla last week while Cronulla Cinemas is popular in the school holidays.

Bookings for ice skating: cronullabeachcbd.com.au

Source: http://www.theleader.com.au/story/2400774/ice-skating-proves-a-hit/?cs=1255

Les Miserables coming to Sydney - March 2015

Les Miserables fans who dreamed a dream about the hit musical coming to Sydney can now rejoice.

Mere hours after it opened to critical acclaim in Melbourne, theatre producer Sir Cameron Mackintosh has announced the new production of Boublil & Schonberg's legendary musical will open in Sydney in March, 2015.

Mackintosh says he's very excited.

"Sydney holds a very special place in the history of Les Mis, opening to our very first Australian audiences in 1987 and we are delighted to be bringing this new production to Sydney next year," he says.

NSW Tourism and Major Events Minister Andrew Stoner says it's estimated more than 91,000 visitors will come to Sydney to see the production.

"After almost 30 years, a feature film and many famous productions, Les Miserables remains incredibly popular with audiences," he says.

The last time Les Miserables was in Australia was the 10th anniversary tour, which opened in Sydney in 1997 and wrapped in Brisbane two years later.

Source: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/aap/article-2680048/Les-Miserables-coming-Sydney.html

MILEY CYRUS IN MELBOURNE

Controversial pop sensation Miley Cyrus will be swinging her wrecking ball Down Under this October for the Australian leg of her Bangerz tour.

The twerking, tongue-toting singer will hit Australian shores on Friday October 10 for a show at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne. From there, Cyrus will take her tour to fans in Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth.

Expect flailing tongues, foam fingers, and Cyrus riding a giant hotdog, as the ‘Wrecking Ball’ singer brings her provocative live set to Aussie fans for a five-date run of shows.

To get tickets, visit the official ticket outlet: http://melbourne.eventful.com/events/miley-cyrus-/E0-001-071869493-6

Source: http://underage.com.au/2014/06/miley-cyrus-australian-tour-2014-bangerz-rod-laver-arena-melbourne/