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8 9 JANUARY 2014 JANUARY 2014 Celebrate Australia Day 2014 AUSTRALIA DAY CONCERT AND FIREWORKS SUNDAY 26 JANUARY 2014, 6PM-10PM WHITEHORSE CIVIC CENTRE LAWNS AND SOUNDSHELL STAGE, 379-397 WHITEHORSE ROAD, NUNAWADING AUSTRALIA DAY CIVIC AWARDS W hitehorse’s most outstanding citizens will be honoured at the Australia Day Civic Awards on Sunday 26 January 2014 at a special ceremony prior to the Whitehorse Australia Day Concert and Fireworks. The Mayor Cr Sharon Ellis will announce Whitehorse’s 2014 Citizen of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year at a special ceremony to be held from 4.30pm in the Whitehorse Centre, rear of 397 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading. In addition, a number of Community Achievement Awards will be given to individuals or organisations that have made a significant contribution to the Whitehorse community. A local sporting group will be presented with the Australia Day Trophy in recognition of the recreational activities they provide to community members. The awards provide a great opportunity to thank specific people for their enormous contributions. Winners of the 2014 Australia Day Civic Awards will be featured in the February edition of the Whitehorse News. For more information on Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Australia-Day-Concert-and-Fireworks.html Celebrate Australia’s national day with family, friends and the wider community at Whitehorse’s free twilight Australia Day Concert and Fireworks. Enjoy the thrill and excitement of free rides from 4.30pm or check out the roaming entertainers. Keep an eye out for giant seagulls searching for giant chips! Visitors are invited to share a picnic on the lawn or purchase dinner from one of the delicious food stalls. This year two additional screens have been set up to make sure that everyone sees the action on stage. The on-stage entertainment begins at 6pm with children’s entertainers the Mighty bUZZniks and their smart and edgy music for kids who like to rock. The first-ever Australia’s Got Talent winner Bonnie Anderson is now all grown up and will be performing a range of songs including her newly released debut single ‘Raise The Bar’. X Factor favourite Andrew Wishart will sing pop classics from his album It’s Never Too Late before singer Joe Creighton and his band perform Into the Mystic – a tribute to legendary Irish musician Van Morrison and the heady days of the late 1960s. In Tina Turner’s signature sparkling mini dress and stiletto heels, Rebecca O’Connor will strut her stuff on stage. She will perform iconic hits such as ‘Nutbush City Limits’ and ‘Proud Mary’ – proving that she is ‘Simply the Best’. Those who love to dance will be invited to take part in a group ‘Nutbush’ during Rebecca’s memorable performance. The evening will culminate with an impressive 10-minute fireworks display at 9.50pm. Festival headline sponsor Deakin University and media partner Channel 9 will both be at the event sharing in the Australia Day excitement. For more information on the Whitehorse Australia Day Concert and Fireworks, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Australia-Day-Concert- and-Fireworks.html PROGRAM SCHEDULE 6.00 pm Concert Opens 6.05 pm The Mighty bUZZniks 6.35 pm Official Opening and Welcome to Country 6.40 pm Civic Award Presentations 6.50 pm National Anthem 7.00 pm Bonnie Anderson 7.35 pm Andrew Wishart 8.10 pm Joe Creighton and Into The Mystic 9.00 pm Rebecca O’Connor as Tina Turner 9.50 pm Fireworks finale 10.00 pm Concert ends HEADLINE SPONSOR ASSOCIATE SPONSOR MEDIA PARTNERS The Mighty bUZZniks The Mighty bUZZniks bridge the gap between pre-school and teen pop with their smart and edgy music for kids who like to rock. Their songs are full of energy, fun and complexity mixing an array of instruments, diverse sounds and fabulous harmonies. The bUZZniks lyrics create surreal musical stories and humour delivered with Dr Seuss-like wackiness. The musicians are from renowned bands such as Vulgargrad, Blue Grassy Knoll and Checkerboard Lounge and deliver unique music programs for children that tour the world. Bonnie Anderson Winning the first-ever season of Australia’s Got Talent at just 12 years of age was an impressive entry onto the Australian music scene. Bonnie Anderson has served an amazing musical apprenticeship, touring internationally with Jimmy Barnes at just 13; sharing the spotlight on a duet of ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ every night. Now 18, Bonnie has recently finished a national tour with UK pop sensation Olly Murs and has an extensive song-writing catalogue and performance resume. Andrew Wishart Father-of-four Andrew Wishart made it to the grand final of The X Factor Australia in 2011, eventually becoming runner up in the series. Andrew sang Adele’s ‘Someone Like You’ at his first audition after learning the song in his car the night before. With mentoring from Natalie Bassingthwaite, Andrew struck a chord with The X Factor viewers. Andrew’s future visions are of touring Australia and recording an album featuring his many self- penned songs. Joe Creighton and Into the Mystic Australian singer and bassist Joe Creighton grew up in Belfast during the late 1960s under the backdrop of the civil rights movement, riots, religious and social unrest – remarkable times played out to the soundtrack of Van Morrison and a band simply known as Them. This cemented a style of music that Joe has carried with him through a career that has seen him play with John Farnham, Kylie Minogue and Olivia Newton-John. With Into the Mystic, Joe and the Belfast Horns recreate the feeling of those heady early days. They will take the audience on a journey through the decades, performing Van’s worldwide hits with a sprinkling of his more mystical poetic songs. Rebecca O’Connor as ‘Tina Turner’ Tina Turner fans will be gob-smacked at Rebecca O’Connor’s incredible show. Rebecca grew up in County Cork, Ireland, and was introduced to Tina Turner’s music through her parents. As a teenager she sang a Tina Turner song for the European Stars in Their Eyes competition and took out the title in front of more than 33 million viewers. Rebecca tours with a world-class band of rock musicians and two dancers, performing iconic hits such as ‘Nutbush City Limits’, ‘Proud Mary’, ‘River Deep’ and, of course, her anthem ‘Simply the Best’. Don’t miss your chance to see Rebecca – with her wild hair, sparkling mini dresses, red lipstick and stiletto heels – do justice to the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll. HEADLINE ARTISTS ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES There will be additional accessible parking spaces in the main visitor car park, alongside the accessible drop-off zone. These spaces are reserved for blue permit holders only. AUSLAN interpreters will be located on the right side of the stage, with a reserved viewing area for hearing-impaired guests. To reserve a space in the AUSLAN area, email customer.service@ whitehorse.vic.gov.au. The Marveloo is not available at this event. IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION Walker Park will be closed to the public from 8am on Sunday 26 January. Mitcham Road will be closed on the event day due to the Mitcham Level Crossing works. Council recommends that dogs are not brought to the event as many pets find large crowds, loud noise and fireworks distressing. Dog must remain on the lead at all times. Residents living in the direct vicinity are advised to secure pets safely in their house or yard throughout the fireworks display. FUN, FOOD AND GIVEAWAYS Rides will be operating from 4.30pm to 8.30pm. Food and beverage stalls will operate from 4.30pm to 10pm. Choose from a variety of savoury and sweet dishes as well as coffee and ice-cream. Media partner Channel 9 will take part in the festivities with the Today Show Jeep, Social Media Kiosk and loads of giveaways. DEAKIN UNIVERSITY'S AUSTRALIA DAY MESSAGE Australia Day is a time to reflect on our nation’s past and look to our collective future; to celebrate our many achievements with friends and family and the communities that make Australia a diverse and prosperous land. The diversity of the Deakin community is one of its greatest strengths, with indigenous, international and first-generation migrant students and staff from more than 120 countries. Deakin promotes an environment where cultural differences are explored, and students seek to learn from other cultures in preparation for a global future. Deakin would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of its campus at Burwood – the Wurundjeri people – and wishes everyone in the community a safe and happy Australia Day.
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8 9JANUARY 2014 JANUARY 2014Celebrate Australia Day 2014
AUSTRALIA DAY CONCERT AND FIREWORKS SUNDAY 26 JANUARY 2014, 6PM-10PMWHITEHORSE CIVIC CENTRE LAWNS AND SOUNDSHELL STAGE, 379-397 WHITEHORSE ROAD, NUNAWADING
AUSTRALIA DAY CIVIC AWARDSWhitehorse’s most outstanding citizens will be honoured at the Australia Day
Civic Awards on Sunday 26 January 2014 at a special ceremony prior to the Whitehorse Australia Day Concert and Fireworks.
The Mayor Cr Sharon Ellis will announce Whitehorse’s 2014 Citizen of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year at a special ceremony to be held from 4.30pm in the Whitehorse Centre, rear of 397 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading.
In addition, a number of Community Achievement Awards will be given to individuals or organisations that have made a significant contribution to the Whitehorse community.
A local sporting group will be presented with the Australia Day Trophy in recognition of the recreational activities they provide to community members.
The awards provide a great opportunity to thank specific people for their enormous contributions.
Winners of the 2014 Australia Day Civic Awards will be featured in the February edition of the Whitehorse News.
For more information on Whitehorse Australia Day celebrations, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Australia-Day-Concert-and-Fireworks.html
Celebrate Australia’s national day with family, friends and the wider community at Whitehorse’s free twilight Australia Day Concert and Fireworks.Enjoy the thrill and excitement of free rides from 4.30pm or check out the roaming entertainers. Keep an eye out for giant seagulls searching for giant chips!
Visitors are invited to share a picnic on the lawn or purchase dinner from one of the delicious food stalls.
This year two additional screens have been set up to make sure that everyone sees the action on stage.
The on-stage entertainment begins at 6pm with children’s entertainers the Mighty bUZZniks and their smart and edgy music for kids who like to rock. The first-ever Australia’s Got Talent winner Bonnie Anderson is now all grown up and will be performing a range of songs including her newly released debut single ‘Raise The Bar’.
X Factor favourite Andrew Wishart will sing pop classics from his album It’s Never Too Late before singer Joe Creighton and his band perform
Into the Mystic – a tribute to legendary Irish musician Van Morrison and the heady days of the late 1960s.
In Tina Turner’s signature sparkling mini dress and stiletto heels, Rebecca O’Connor will strut her stuff on stage. She will perform iconic hits such as ‘Nutbush City Limits’ and ‘Proud Mary’ – proving that she is ‘Simply the Best’.
Those who love to dance will be invited to take part in a group ‘Nutbush’ during Rebecca’s memorable performance. The evening will culminate with an impressive 10-minute fireworks display at 9.50pm.
Festival headline sponsor Deakin University and media partner Channel 9 will both be at the event sharing in the Australia Day excitement.
For more information on the Whitehorse Australia Day Concert and Fireworks, visit www.whitehorse.vic.gov.au/Australia-Day-Concert-and-Fireworks.html
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6.00pm Concert Opens
6.05pm The Mighty bUZZniks
6.35pm Official Opening and Welcome to Country
6.40pm Civic Award Presentations
6.50pm National Anthem
7.00pm Bonnie Anderson
7.35pm Andrew Wishart
8.10pm Joe Creighton and Into The Mystic
9.00pm Rebecca O’Connor as Tina Turner
9.50pm Fireworks finale
10.00pm Concert ends
HEADLINE SPONSOR
ASSOCIATE SPONSOR
MEDIAPARTNERS
The Mighty bUZZniks
The Mighty bUZZniks bridge the gap between pre-school and teen pop with their smart and edgy music for kids who like to rock. Their songs are full of energy, fun and complexity mixing an array of instruments, diverse sounds and fabulous harmonies. The bUZZniks lyrics create surreal musical stories and humour delivered with Dr Seuss-like wackiness. The musicians are from renowned bands such as Vulgargrad, Blue Grassy Knoll and Checkerboard Lounge and deliver unique music programs for children that tour the world.
Bonnie Anderson
Winning the first-ever season of Australia’s Got Talent at just 12 years of age was an impressive entry onto the Australian music scene. Bonnie Anderson has served an amazing musical apprenticeship, touring internationally with Jimmy Barnes at just 13; sharing the spotlight on a duet of ‘River Deep, Mountain High’ every night. Now 18, Bonnie has recently finished a national tour with UK pop sensation Olly Murs and has an extensive song-writing catalogue and performance resume.
Andrew Wishart
Father-of-four Andrew Wishart made it to the grand final of The X Factor
Australia in 2011, eventually becoming runner up in the series.
Andrew sang Adele’s ‘Someone Like You’ at his first audition after learning the song in his car the night before. With mentoring from Natalie Bassingthwaite, Andrew struck a chord with The X Factor viewers. Andrew’s future visions are of touring
Australia and recording an album featuring his many self-
penned songs.
Joe Creighton and Into the Mystic
Australian singer and bassist Joe Creighton grew up in Belfast during the late 1960s under the backdrop of the civil rights movement, riots, religious and social unrest – remarkable times played out to the soundtrack of Van Morrison and a band simply known as Them. This cemented a style of music that Joe has carried with him through a career that has seen him play with John Farnham, Kylie Minogue and Olivia Newton-John. With Into the Mystic, Joe and the Belfast Horns recreate the feeling of those heady early days. They will take the audience on a journey through the decades, performing Van’s worldwide hits with a sprinkling of his more mystical poetic songs.
Rebecca O’Connor as ‘Tina Turner’
Tina Turner fans will be gob-smacked at Rebecca O’Connor’s incredible show. Rebecca grew up in County Cork, Ireland, and was introduced to Tina Turner’s music through her parents. As a teenager she sang a Tina Turner song for the European Stars in Their Eyes competition and took out the title in front of more than 33 million viewers. Rebecca tours with a world-class band of rock musicians and two dancers, performing iconic hits such as ‘Nutbush City Limits’, ‘Proud Mary’, ‘River Deep’ and, of course, her anthem ‘Simply the Best’. Don’t miss your chance to see Rebecca – with her wild hair, sparkling mini dresses, red lipstick and stiletto heels – do justice to the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll.
HEADLINE ARTISTS
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIESThere will be additional accessible parking spaces in the main visitor car park, alongside the accessible drop-off zone. These spaces are reserved for blue permit holders only.
AUSLAN interpreters will be located on the right side of the stage, with a reserved viewing area for hearing-impaired guests. To reserve a space in the AUSLAN area, email [email protected]. The Marveloo is not available at this event.
IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION
Walker Park will be closed to the public from 8am on Sunday 26 January.
Mitcham Road will be closed on the event day due to the Mitcham Level Crossing works.
Council recommends that dogs are not brought to the event as many pets find large crowds, loud noise and fireworks distressing. Dog must remain on the lead at all times. Residents living in the direct vicinity are advised to secure pets safely in their house or yard throughout the fireworks display.
FUN, FOOD AND GIVEAWAYSRides will be operating from 4.30pm to 8.30pm.
Food and beverage stalls will operate from 4.30pm to 10pm.Choose from a variety of savoury and sweet dishes as well as coffee and ice-cream.
Media partner Channel 9 will take part in the festivities with the Today Show Jeep, Social Media Kiosk and loads of giveaways.
DEAKIN UNIVERSITY'S AUSTRALIA DAY MESSAGE
Australia Day is a time to reflect on our nation’s past and look to our collective future; to celebrate our many achievements with friends and family and the communities that make Australia a diverse and prosperous land.
The diversity of the Deakin community is one of its greatest strengths, with indigenous, international and first-generation migrant students and staff from more than 120 countries. Deakin promotes an environment where cultural differences are explored, and students seek to learn from other cultures in preparation for a global future.
Deakin would like to acknowledge the traditional owners of its campus at Burwood – the Wurundjeri people – and wishes everyone in the community a safe and happy Australia Day.
