Saturday, February 04, 2012

Love Your Beach Crew at the National Beach Volleyball Series

February 3, 2012 by  
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Get involved.

We’re rolling up our sleeves to clean up beaches around the country!

Join the Love Your Beach Crew at the National Beach Volleyball Series and show how much you care.

You’ll be kitted out with gloves and bags plus there’ll be lots of fun along the way with loads of goodie bags.

Come on down and help us fill the bins to the brim!

BEACH CLEAN UPS…

Feb 5 St. Kilda Beach, VIC

Feb 19 St. Kilda Beach, VIC

Mar 11 Surfers Paradise Beach, QLD

Mar 18 Scarborough Beach, WA

Apr 1 Manly Beach NSW

 

 

 

Clean Up Australia Day Sat 4th March

February 3, 2012 by  
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It’s less than 5 weeks to go!

To see where you can participate, register your own group/branch or for more info…

www.cleanup.org.au

(You need to register before the 17th Feb for your kit to arrive in time.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Win a Morning of the Earth surfboard signed by Albe Falzon!

January 12, 2012 by  
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Morning of the Earth –  Live in Concert

Book your ticket and go into the draw to win a custom designed Morning of the Earth Surfboard. 
Valued at over $2,000 – signed by Albe Falzon!

We also have a special offer for surfers if they key in the code word “surfer” when booking tix they will receive $10.00 off per ticket.

Here is another opportunity to experience one of the greatest surfing films ever made reunited with its original soundtrack and performed live in concert by a mix of this country’s best classic and contemporary music talent at venues all accross Australia. 

Type the word “surfer” into the box when booking your ticket to get $10.00 off each ticket . We have added Gyan to the artist line up this year, the film is of course as exceptional as ever, as you know.

Released in 1972, MORNING OF THE EARTH was the first surf film to capture the nomadic life of Australian surfers. 

With the blessing of the film’s creator, Albe Falzon, Morning of the Earth has been re-edited and remastered to highlight the simple beauty of one of the few true Australian Classic Films and its story – the dream of every surfer to search for the perfect wave.

The film is the largest selling surf DVD in Australian History, and the soundtrack was the first compilation CD to reach Gold status and has gone platinum several times over. 

Audiences can expect to be taken back to when life was simpler enjoying an array of country-soul and psych folksongs including ‘Simple Ben’, ‘Making It On Your Own’ and ‘Open Your Heart’.

Performing at the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Morning Of The Earth will be original performers Brian Cadd, guitarist Tim Gaze (Tamam Shud) and special guests Mike Rudd (Spectrum), Lior and Gyan.

Back by popular demand after sold out shows in Melbourne and Sydney in 2008, and celebrating forty years since its release, experience Morning Of The Earth LIVE at the following  venues…

MELBOURNE: REGENT THEATRE
Thursday 19th and Friday 20th January 2012
Tickets via www.ticketmaster.com.au  
ph: 1300 11 10 11

DROMANA, VICTORIA: DROMANA DRIVE IN
Saturday 21st January 2012
Tickets via www.ticketmaster.com.au 
ph: 136 100

NEWCASTLE: CIVIC THEATRE
Tuesday 24th January 2012
www.ticketek.com.au   
ph: 02  4929 1977

BRISBANE: CONCERT HALL – QUEENSLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE
Friday 27th January 2012
Qtix www.qpac.com.au 
ph: 136 246

GOLD COAST ARTS CENTRE
Saturday 28th January 2012
www.theartscentregc.com.au  
ph: 07 5588 4000

WIN Wollongong Entertainment Centre
Friday Feb 3rd
www.ticketek.com.au

SYDNEY: OPERA HOUSE
Sunday 5th February 2012
Tickets via www.ticketmaster.com.au 
ph: 136 100

www.sydneyoperahouse.com 
ph: 02 9250 7777
 
Purchase your tickets now and go into the draw to win a Morning of the Earth Custom Designed Retro Surfboard valued at over $2,000 personally autographed by Albe Falzon

For more info go here…

www.morningoftheearth.com www.boldjack.com.au  

 

 

Golden Days Festival 2011

November 3, 2011 by  
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Golden Days Festival 2011 is set to blow minds with it’s mouth watering music festival on Saturday November 19th.

Featuring XAVIER RUDD, THE CRUEL SEA, THE BEAUTIFUL GIRLS, JEFF LANG + heaps more.

Then Sunday’s free Chill Out day on the 20th will feature The Surfrider Foundation’s Eco Challenge, including the worlds 1st Green surf comp with shaping demos from mastercraftsmen Tom Wegener, a Stand Up Paddleboard race, an EcoVillage, local schools enviro/art expo, expert sand sculpting, treasure hunts for the kids, outdoor cinema, skating and bmx displays, big prizes and giveaways and of course more local live music.

For more info…

Golden Days Festival




PRESS RELEASE: Surfs Up for Foundation in Margaret River

October 7, 2011 by  
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Surfs Up for Foundation in Margaret River

 

The Margaret River branch of the international organisation Surfrider Foundation will play host to delegates from around Australia as part of this years National Surfrider Foundation Conference.

 

Attracting delegates from as far afield as Norfolk Island this conference, held over the weekend of the 12th November, will feature a number of local and national speakers talking on topics relevant to the conference theme of Protecting Waves and Beaches.

 

The local branch, which is active in projects around the region including on-ground works at the Margaret Rivermouth and Ellensbrook, are excited about the potential of the conference.

 

Margaret River Surfrider President Chair, Gene Hardy commented that the local community are very active in protecting the environment and this conference was a way of enhancing the skills of both state and national branches and individuals.

 

We’ve got a great mix of practical and hands-on tips and workshops on offer, combined with some great case studies, such as population growth impacts at Bells Beach and Norfolk Island’s experiences managing the environmental impacts on turtles.

 

Those not currently involved with Surfrider are encouraged to come along to gain insight into what the organisation does and to learn ways that individuals can contribute protecting the coastlines of Australia.

 

Alongside the conference, Surfrider Margaret River will be holding a fundraiser concert at the Margaret River Golf Club open to the public as well as delegates.

 

Local acoustic musician Steve Andrews, surf rock band Still Water Giants and DJ Johnny Sound will be entertaining throughout the Saturday night with proceeds helping current Surfrider projects in the region including the Ellensbrook project. Tickets only $25 and on sale from Monday 24th October at Beach Life surf shop or by contacting Lisa on 0406 511 839.

 

The conference will be held on Saturday 12th November from 8am to 4.15pm at Gnarabar Restaurant, Gnarabup, Margaret River, followed by the National AGM on the Sunday. The 2011 Surfrider Foundation Conference is supported by Coastwest and the South West Catchments Council.

 

Coastwest helps communities to care for the Western Australian coast.  Coastwest is a State Government initiative aimed at providing opportunities for West Australians to learn about, conserve and protect our coast. Coastwest grants are funded through a partnership between the Western Australian Planning Commission and the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country.

 

To find out more about the conference or to register …

Register

or contact Event Co-ordinator Lisa Hoskin on events@functionalityevents.com or phone 0406 511 839.

 

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For more information contact:

Conference:

Lisa Hoskin

Functionality Events

events@functionalityevents.com

0406 511 839

Margaret River Surfrider Foundation

Gene Hardy

President, Margaret River Surfrider

hardy_gene@yahoo.com

0424 631 068

National Conference & AGM 2011

September 25, 2011 by  
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This year the Surfrider National Education Conference and Annual General Meeting are going to be held in beautiful Margaret River in Western Australia.

Join us for informative and interesting speakers during this one day conference on Saturday 12th November that includes real life, practical ways to benefit your local environment and increase the volunteer involvement in your local Surfrider branch.

Make a weekend of it and join the Margaret River Surfrider team for casual drinks on the Friday, a great night out on Saturday at the ‘Pirates of the Cape Mentelle’ Fundraiser Ball and finish with the Surfrider National AGM on Sunday 13th November at 10am.

A full program and registration form will be sent out shortly – be sure to register quickly as places are limited.

For any conference enquiries contact Event Coordinator Lisa Hoskin on events@functionalityevents.com

Waves Magazine board auction 9am AEST on 26th August

August 30, 2011 by  
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Bored with your board? Then get bidding and grab yourself a bargain. All proceeds above the reserve go to Surfrider Foundation Australia.

You can buy a Wave’s tested board and at the same time help the Surfrider Foundation. These boards have only been ridden for the Waves board test by their team of testers.

For more information please go here…

Bid for a board

 

 

Vac From The Sea Beach Cleanup on September 13, 2011 – Manly Beach

August 17, 2011 by  
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Upcoming event: Beach Cleanup!

Date: September 13, 2011

Time: Meet at Top of the Corso 10.15am for a 10.30am start.

End: 11.00am

Location: Manly Beach, Manly NSW

 

One of the world’s leading appliance manufacturers Electrolux has a natural interest in recycling plastic to meet the demand for sustainable vacuum cleaners and is proud to announce the launch of its 2011 Green Vacuum Cleaner Range.

Made from 55 per cent recycled plastics, the Electrolux Green Vacuum Cleaner Range aims to
demonstrate the organisation’s ongoing commitment to creating sustainable products for the home
with recyclable materials.

Electrolux is striving to develop home appliances made from greater amounts of recycled materials
however faces a limited source of recyclable materials.

In a bid to combat the scarcity of recycled plastics, Electrolux leads the global Vac from the Sea
initiative which gathers plastic from the world’s oceans to create a series of one-off vacuum cleaners
made from marine plastic debris. The initiative brings attention to the issue of plastic pollution whilst at the same time addressing the lack of recycled plastics needed for creating sustainable products for future generations.

“The Pacific Ocean is polluted with the largest floating garbage islands in the world. Yet on land, we struggle to get hold of enough recycled plastics to meet the demand for sustainable vacuum cleaners and Vac from the Sea aims to highlight this issue,” says Julian Huitfeldt, Electrolux Product Marketing Manager, Floor Care and Small Appliances.

“In its quest to create sustainable products for the home with the recyclable materials currently
available, Electrolux has launched its Green 2011 Vacuum Cleaner range made from 55 per cent
recycled plastics. More recycling translates into more sustainable appliances and homes – our ultimate vision is using 100 per cent recycled plastic for all our vacuum cleaners,” continued Huitfeldt.

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Packaged within 100 per cent recycled material, the 2011 Green range of vacuum cleaners all have
energy efficient, high performance motors that can save up to 40 percent energy compared to an
average 2000 watt vacuum cleaner and significantly reduce the household energy bill.

The Electrolux 2011 Green Vacuum Cleaner Range includes:
 UltraActive Green RRP $399
 UltraSilencer Green RRP $399
To raise awareness of the plastic waste issue, the Electrolux ‘Vac from the Sea’ initiative creates innovative oneoff vacuum cleaners made from 100% marine plastic debris. Pacific Ocean edtion (2nd from right), as well as the Indian Ocean, Atlantic, Mediterranean, Baltic and North Sea.
For more information about the Vac from the Sea initiative and the Electrolux Green Range please
visit www.electrolux.com.au

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customers in 150 countries every year. The company focuses on innovations that are thoughtfully designed, based on extensive
consumer insight, to meet the real needs of consumers and professionals. Electrolux products include refrigerators,
dishwashers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners and cookers sold under esteemed brands such as Electrolux, AEG
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Double Island beach clean up- Sunday 14th Aug 9.30am

August 4, 2011 by  
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The Sunshine Coast branch is conducting another mass beach clean up at Double Island.

They have FEE exempt vehicle permits for people in the clean up crew plus bags and gloves, just bring your 4wd’s and your good selves.

Meet on the north shore beach at 9.30am or catch a lift with someone from Tewantin Ferry beforehand.

Contact Craig for more details 0415 670 639

Golden Days Festival eco challenge and green surf competition- Sunday 20th November

August 3, 2011 by  
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Following Coolum’s Golden Days Festival on Saturday 19th November including main acts Xavier Rudd, The Cruel Sea and The Beautiful Girls, Surfrider Foundation will be hosting an eco challenge and green surf competition.

Sunday’s event is free and will incorporate the worlds first green surf competition, kites from the Coolum kite festival, skate demo by the pros, live local music in Tickle Park, eco stalls, out door cinema, sand castle building competitions for the kids and a whole range of other activities.

For early bird tickets for Saturday’s music festival or more info about Surfrider Foundation’s eco challenge on Sunday please contact info@goldendaysfestival.com or go here… Golden Days Festival

 

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