Events from 1 October, 2009 to 31 October, 2009

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1 October 2009

Gardening and Sustainability Talk

Community

Revegetation talk at Mossman Library
Gardening and sustainability talks are held at the Mossman Library from 5pm to 6pm on the first Thursday of every month.
All are welcome, so please join us for a cup of tea and to learn more about sustainable living.
For further information contact Council's Mossman Library on 4099 9496.

Time:
1 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Venue:
Mossman Library
Phone:
4099 9496
Website:
http://www.cafnec.org.au/

Kuranda Markets

Markets

You can choose when to visit the Kuranda Markets, also known as the 'Original Markets' as they happen every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. For over 21 years, local craftmen have been displaying from locally grown produce to beautifully handcrafted souvenirs, including unique oil paintings and prints of the region. But there is much more to this market. Wandering around the huge amount of stalls you can find emu oil, jewellery, aboriginal artefacts, hand made clothing and a vast variety of home made food. If you fall in love with any of the souvenirs and want to take it home but you think it is too big to be allowed on a plane, do not panic; the stallholders will ship it home for you. The markets are located at 5 Therwine Street, Kuranda.

Time:
1 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
5 Therwine Street, Kuranda
Phone:
Phone: (07) 4773 8450
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Dance Boot Camp

Music

Youth Arts: School Holiday Program

Come along to the Tanks and have heaps of fun learning new moves and rhythms in Hip Hop, Contemporary, Salsa and Body Percussion workshops with professional instructors.

Time:
1 Oct 2009 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Venue:
Tanks Art Theatre
Phone:
07 4032 6605
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/event.asp
Ticket Price:
Ticket $100

Cairns Tropic Jazz Club

Music

Top Jazz Musicians and Vocalists rostered every Thursday night featuring every type of jazz from contemporary, trad, dixie, swing, Latin, Bee-Bop through to all time favourite ballads and big band numbers. Excellent dance floor or just relax and listen to quality Jazz. Good meals and drinks at club prices available from 6.30pm.

Time:
1 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Tigers Den
Phone:
4055 0331
Website:
http://tropicjazz.net.au
Bookings:
4053 4019
Ticket Price:
$5

Bull Bar

Music

Acoustic Rock and Ballads
Featuring: Craig Morrison (Acoustic Rock and Ballads/Covers Solo)

Time:
1 Oct 2009 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Bull Bar
Phone:
07 4051 6690
Website:
http://cairnsbullbar.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cazalys

Music

Rock N Roll, 60's, 70's and more
Featuring: Juicy Fruits (Dance Music/Rock 'n' Roll/Covers Duo)

Time:
1 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cazalys Cairns
Phone:
(07) 4054 1464
Website:
http://www.cazalys.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Sound Shell Performance

Music

This will be a mixed set of originals and covers... a good way to spend your lunch break in the city!!
Featuring: Shells (Folk/Acoustic/Roots Solo)

Time:
1 Oct 2009 11:59 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
City Place
Phone:
07 4044 3715
Ticket Price:
Free

Singer/Songwriters Night

Music

A Good Drop hosts the singer/songwriters night in the Lotus Lounge at Rydges Sabaya. Port Douglas

Featuring: A Good Drop (Acoustic/Easy Listening/Blues Duo)

Time:
1 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Rydges Sabaya Resort Port Douglas
Phone:
1300 857 922
Website:
http://www.rydges.com/Hotels/RQPDUG/Rydges-Sabaya-Resort-Port-Douglas/Rydges-Sabaya-Resort-day-spa-Port-Douglas.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

AbsolutLatino

Music

Experience & enjoy the ambience, atmosphere and artistry that is Vertigo. A fresh image to Entertainment hospitality that ignites conversation & tweaks curiosity. Service with style, Promotions with polish and Entertainment that simply rocks!

Located in the main foyer of the Complex, perfect for that after work drink or a great night out. Vertigo is the meeting place & Cairns No.1 Live Music destination. Vertigo Bar & Lounge hosts fantastic Live Bands 6 nights a week from Tuesday to Saturday.

Vertigo continues to present a diverse mix of Southern & International Feature Entertainment throughout the year. Fully produced shows are presented over 2-3 nights, transforming Vertigo into a central concert stage for The Reef Hotel Casino Complex.

This venue has proven to be a favourite for many touring acts such as Daryl Braithwaite, Jon Stevens, Black Sorrows, Lisa Hunt & the ever popular Australian Bee Gees Show just to name a few - these acts are always presented free - by The Reef Hotel Casino.
The Cocktails are Cool, the Music is Hot & the Atmosphere is Electric!

Featuring: Latino Excursion & Sabor Dancers

Time:
1 Oct 2009 9:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Vertigo Bar & Lounge - The Reef Hotel Casino
Phone:
(0) 7 4030-8888
Website:
http://www.reefcasino.com.au/vertigo.php
Ticket Price:
Free

Live on the Shamrock Stage

Music

The Shamrock Stage is the heartbeat of the club’s activities and provides free live entertainment six days a week. This stage plays host to a roster of the best local musicians in the region and some impressive touring parties. Artists perform Tuesday Mornings for the Seniors social club "Club Gold" from 9:30-11:30am, Wednesdays from 12-2pm, Thursdays from 7-11pm, Fridays from 8.30-12.30pm, Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 5-7pm.

Featuring: Big Jim Sanders

Time:
1 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Brothers Leagues Club
Phone:
(07) 4045 4757
Website:
http://www.brotherscairns.com.au/fuller-sports-club-edmonton/
Ticket Price:
Free

2 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

Pre-meeting tour
This tour will take place provided there is sufficient interest. A bus will depart and return to Ravenshoe. The tour is a commercial toursit activity and can be taken individually if desired.

Time:
2 Oct 2009 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Undara Lava Tubes
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
2 Oct 2009 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Rusty's Markets

Markets

Rusty's Markets have been running for more than 30 years, developed from a humble display of 6 stall holders to one of the largest, most successfull and best known markets in Australia. The markets run from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, with 180 stallholders selling flowers, delicatessen goods, and a wide array of quality fruit and vegetables that come directly from the growers. But although the market is widely known for its quality food products, you will also find jewellery, clothing, gem stones, organic personal care products, leatherwear, medicinal herbs and spices, second hand goods and much more.

On Sundays the market becomes 'Rusty's Bazaar' and the range of bric-a-brac and arts and crafts is even greater.

Rusty's Markets were named after the late Emrys 'Rusty' Rees, who was responsible for the development of the market into the superb event that it is nowadays. Save some of your time to enjoy a shopping experience in a carnival like environment.

Time:
2 Oct 2009 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Venue:
Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone:
Ph. 07 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Kuranda Markets

Markets

You can choose when to visit the Kuranda Markets, also known as the 'Original Markets' as they happen every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. For over 21 years, local craftmen have been displaying from locally grown produce to beautifully handcrafted souvenirs, including unique oil paintings and prints of the region. But there is much more to this market. Wandering around the huge amount of stalls you can find emu oil, jewellery, aboriginal artefacts, hand made clothing and a vast variety of home made food. If you fall in love with any of the souvenirs and want to take it home but you think it is too big to be allowed on a plane, do not panic; the stallholders will ship it home for you. The markets are located at 5 Therwine Street, Kuranda.

Time:
2 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
5 Therwine Street, Kuranda
Phone:
Phone: (07) 4773 8450
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Dance Boot Camp

Music

Youth Arts: School Holiday Program

Come along to the Tanks and have heaps of fun learning new moves and rhythms in Hip Hop, Contemporary, Salsa and Body Percussion workshops with professional instructors.

Time:
2 Oct 2009 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Venue:
Tanks Art Theatre
Phone:
07 4032 6605
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/event.asp
Ticket Price:
Ticket $100

Cafe Del Kewarra

Music

Enjoy fabulous woodfired pizzas and drinks on the beach, great music and a fantastic atmosphere in a unique location.
Featuring: DJ - Spectrum Sounds

Time:
2 Oct 2009 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Kewarra Beach Resort
Phone:
7 4058 4000
Website:
http://www.kewarra.com/
Ticket Price:
Free

Bull Bar

Music

Great venue featuring live entertainment from local bands, great atmosphere and value for money

Featuring: Craig Morrison (ACOUSTIC ROCK AND BALLADS/Covers Solo)

Time:
2 Oct 2009 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Bull Bar
Phone:
07 4051 6690
Website:
http://cairnsbullbar.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Friday at Shenannigans

Music

With a massive ongoing refurbishment, Shenannigans Cairns is getting ready to cement its reputation on the local musical stage… With concerns bandied around Far North Queensland about the lack of live music venues, especially after the shock closure of Johno’s Blues Bar, Shenannigans (aka Shags) has undergone a ‘musical renovation’ to establish itself as the next up-and-coming premier live music venue in the North.

Providing an outlet for independent original music that was embraced by both the venue and the community. With these ideals in mind, Shags now plays host to two themed events that aim to generate exposure for fledgling up-and-coming musicians.

Featuring: Raunch (Rock/Covers Band)

Time:
2 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans Cairns
Phone:
07 40512490
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganslive
Ticket Price:
Free

4 goats in Cooktown

Music

Yeehah! The Top Pub is always pumping!

Featuring: Hillbillygoats (Hillbilly/Country/Australiana Band)

Time:
2 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cooktown Hotel
Phone:
07 4069 5308
Website:
http://www.cooktownhotel.com/
Ticket Price:
Free

Funky Dance

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Funky Love Tank (Funk/Progressive/Soul Band)

Time:
2 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Prodigal Sista

Music

The Shamrock Stage is the heartbeat of the club’s activities and provides free live entertainment six days a week. This stage plays host to a roster of the best local musicians in the region and some impressive touring parties. Artists perform Tuesday Mornings for the Seniors social club "Club Gold" from 9:30-11:30am, Wednesdays from 12-2pm, Thursdays from 7-11pm, Fridays from 8.30-12.30pm, Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 5-7pm.

Featuring: Prodigal Sista

Time:
2 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Brothers Leagues Club
Phone:
(07) 4045 4757
Website:
http://www.brotherscairns.com.au/fuller-sports-club-edmonton/
Ticket Price:
Free

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
2 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

3 October 2009

Energy Exhibition

Arts & Culture

Energy Exhibition showcases the artwork of the region's outstanding senior visual arts students from both state and non-state schools from Far North Queensland Schools.

Energy Exhibition exhibited at the Tanks Art Centre in September is now showing a selection of artworks in Cell Art Space from 3rd - 31st of October.

Energy Exhibition is part of the prestigious Creative Generations Awards for Excellence in Visual Art and Design program. Energy Exhibition and Creative Generations Awards program is supported annually by Ergon Energy and the Queensland Government.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 9:00 AM
Venue:
 
Phone:
n/a
Website:
http://www.cellartspace.com

Motorcycle Expo

Community

At the Kuranda Amphitheatre - Bands, bikes, competitions, stalls, bar, food!
by day - all ages
by night - adults only

Time:
3 Oct 2009 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Kuranda Amphitheatre
Phone:
0427 811 113
Website:
http://www.kuranda.org/
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

IWCS will participate in the famous Torimba Festival activities and display at the Festival Hall. The 2008 display was one of the best yet and attracted 600 entries from all over Australia.
6 pm BBQ "IWCS and Locals Meet". An opportunity to meet local woodcrafters. Address by Heather Barney, Torimba Coordinator.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Festival Hall
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Mini Field of Women

Community

The Mini Field of Women is a Breast Cancer Network Australia initiative to highlight the high incidence of breast cancer in women.
This will take place at Lagoon West and all women and their families and friends whose lives have been touched by breast cancer are invited to gather at 9.00am (look for the pink lady balloons) before walking along the length of the esplanade and back. People will be able to write messages of hope and support to pin to the pink lady cutouts which will be planted in "a field" on the lawns for all to see.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 30 Sep 2009 7:00 PM
Venue:
Esplanade Lagoon
Phone:
0405516551
Bookings:
N/A

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
3 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Glo Pink

Fundraising

It is not every day the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon will "Glo Pink". That, however, is exactly what will happen on the evening of Saturday, October 3. Pink-tober, as it is known, is internationally recognised as the Breast Cancer month.

Join in on the fun cocktail party with special guests. Wear PINK, real men wear pink, so do the ladies.

Words by Bronwyn Voyce:
The Estee Lauder Companies Global Illumination officially launches teh Pink ribbon month by putting the spotlight on breast cancer awareness by illuminating buildings, monuments and landmarks around the world in a blaze of pink light.

2009 is the 10th anniversary of Global Illumination and the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon will literally glow pink to mark this significant milestone.

The Lagoon illumination is one of over 200 landmarks and monuments around the world that will be illuminated pink and joins the likes of Sydney Opera House and Federation Square in Melbourne. While past illuminations have included the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, Cairns will offer the first underwater lagoon illumination and can only be compared to past water illuminations such as Niagra Falls.

Restaurants and businesses along the Cairns Esplanade will be encourage to also "Glo Pink" on the same evening by dressing up their premises and staff in pink and helping to raise money for Breast Cancer Research. Everyone is invited to the Cairns Esplanade to witness the pink lagoon and join in the theme by dressing in pink.


To kick off the campaign the Hilton Cairns will also host a cocktail event from 7pm sharp to 9pm on Saturday October 3. This promises to be a fun filled evening with a mystery MC, glamorous entertainment, delicious Hilton cuisine, refreshments and dozens of wonderful local prizes to be auctioned and raffled off - all for a very worthy cause, to promote awareness of breast cancer and to help raise funds to support research

Time:
3 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
Jan 0414 313 348
Website:
http://www.globalillumination.org.au/cairns
Bookings:
http://www.globalillumination.org.au/AM/ContentManagerNet/ASPages/Events/Register.aspx?Section=Cairns&EventCode=GI09CAI Tickets available at Westpac Cairns branches or call Jan
Ticket Price:
$85 per ticket ($80 if booked by September 12)

(Cairns) Rusty's Markets

Markets

Rusty's Markets have been running for more than 30 years, developed from a humble display of 6 stall holders to one of the largest, most successfull and best known markets in Australia. The markets run from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, with 180 stallholders selling flowers, delicatessen goods, and a wide array of quality fruit and vegetables that come directly from the growers. But although the market is widely known for its quality food products, you will also find jewellery, clothing, gem stones, organic personal care products, leatherwear, medicinal herbs and spices, second hand goods and much more.

On Sundays the market becomes 'Rusty's Bazaar' and the range of bric-a-brac and arts and crafts is even greater.

Rusty's Markets were named after the late Emrys 'Rusty' Rees, who was responsible for the development of the market into the superb event that it is nowadays. Save some of your time to enjoy a shopping experience in a carnival like environment.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone:
Ph. 07 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Mission Beach Market

Markets

The Mission Beach Market, located in the park opposite the Hide Away Caravan Park, is held on the first Saturday and third Sunday of each month. The market offers a wide array of tropical fruit and vegetables, trash and treasure, clothing and craft items.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 6:00 AM to 11:59 AM
Venue:
The Mission Beach Market
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Atherton Tablelands) Atherton Markets

Markets

The Atherton Market takes place on the first Saturday of each month on the Platypus Park, Atherton. Stalls sell fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, etc. Open from 7:00am.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Platypus Park
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Mossman Markets

Markets

The Mossman Markets are open every Saturday morning, from 7:00am to 12:00pm in the grounds of St. David's Church. It is a very rustic market held under the raintrees, but it is good for fresh produce, plants, home-made preserves, second hand bits and pieces and crafts and souvenirs.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 11:59 AM
Venue:
Grounds of St. David's Church
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Gordonvale) Cottage Market

Markets

The Gordonvale Market offers locally grown produce, hand made goods and home made cakes. But you won't find second hand goods here.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 7:30 AM to 11:59 AM
Venue:
Gordonvale Park
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cooktown Markets

Markets

The Cooktown Markets happen every Saturday in Charlotte Street.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 11:59 AM
Venue:
Charlotte Street
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Pier Markets

Markets

The Pier Markets, also known as the 'Mud Markets' have an interesting selection of bits and pieces, crafts and arts and live entertainment. They are a good place to hunt down authentic local souveniers and fresh produce directly from the farmers. Every Saturday and Sunday, visit the Pier Marketplace Mall, next to the Marlin Marina and treat yourself with the excellent range of goods on offer for the whole family. And kids will surely enjoy the free face painting and balloons. Everything in an indoor fully air-conditioned space.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
The Pier Marketplace Mall
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Saturday Night Live Music- Snatch

Music

Welcome to the Bull Bar Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant. We are located in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. The Bull Bar is reknown for serviing deliciously succulent steaks, huge delicous oysters, juicy spare ribs and much more. Live music from local bands is played Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Good value and a great night out, The Bull Bar and Grill, where the locals meet!

Featuring: Snatch rock the Bull Bar & Grill with lashings of great Aussie rock!

The Bull Bar & Grill - More than just flamin' great steaks..

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Bull Bar
Phone:
(07) 4051 6690
Website:
http://www.entertainmentcairns.com/saturday-night-live-music22-event.html
Bookings:
http://cairnsbullbar.com.au/cairns-steakhouse-bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Little Birdy

Music

General Admission Event

Doors open 8pm show starts 8.30pm

Licenced all ages 15+* Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult

Some album titles need explaining. This isn’t one of them.

'Confetti fell out of my mouth, the word just literally came out of nowhere', reflects LITTLE BIRDY's singer/songwriter/guitarist, 25-year-old Katy Steele. It was a happy accident because the title perfectly captures the ying/yang, bittersweet feelings that inspired this special album.

'Confetti' the highly acclaimed new album from LITTLE BIRDY was the country’s #1 Australian album upon release and it debuted at #6 on the national ARIA chart. Since its release in May the album has spent three consecutive weeks in the Top 10 and is soon to reach GOLD sales status.

The band recently showcased songs from their new album on a national sold out tour, receivingrave reviews in every town on the run.

'Confetti' is a collection of classic-sounding tracks that sound like Dusty Springfield has been teleported from her Memphis heyday into modern-day Melbourne…and she's brought Burt Bacharach and Midlake along for the ride. Written during a rollercoaster year of old endings and new beginnings, it's no wonder that so many of the songs seem to look into the rearview mirror and out the windscreen all at the same time.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Venue:
Brothers Cairns
Website:
http://www.brotherscairns.com.au/little-birdy/
Bookings:
http://sa2.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/EventSearch?presenter=AUBLCC&event=LBIRDY09
Ticket Price:
Tickets $32 presale $37 Door

No-Hype at The Green Ant Cantina

Music

No-Hype at The Green Ant Cantina
Featuring: No-Hype (Punk /Pop Band)

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:45 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Green Ant Cantina
Phone:
07 40415061
Website:
http://www.greenantcantina.com/home/aboutus
Ticket Price:
Free

Chris Holliday Live @ Trinity Beach Hotel (Trinity Beach) 03-10-09

Music

When: 28 - November - 2009
Where : Trinity Beach Hotel
Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Looking for somewhere to spend your Saturday Night? Come and check out Trinity Beach from the best spot in the area.

Great View, Great Music.....

Session starts around 7pm and wraps up at 11pm

Time:
3 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Venue:
Trinity Beach Hotel
Website:
http://www.liveandacoustic.com
Ticket Price:
FREE

Saturday Night's Alright for Rockin'

Music

With a massive ongoing refurbishment, Shenannigans Cairns is getting ready to cement its reputation on the local musical stage… With concerns bandied around Far North Queensland about the lack of live music venues, especially after the shock closure of Johno’s Blues Bar, Shenannigans (aka Shags) has undergone a ‘musical renovation’ to establish itself as the next up-and-coming premier live music venue in the North.

Providing an outlet for independent original music that was embraced by both the venue and the community. With these ideals in mind, Shags now plays host to two themed events that aim to generate exposure for fledgling up-and-coming musicians.

Featuring: Raunch (Rock/Covers Band)

Time:
3 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans Cairns
Phone:
07 40512490
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganslive
Ticket Price:
Free

Saturday Swing

Music

The Esplanade Lagoon is a simply stunning place to have some fun! This beautiful area in the city is marked by its massive pool and surrounding parklands.

All the parklands are available for hire regardless if you are organising a BBQ for thirty of your nearest and dearest, or a full on festival or concert.

This place is here for the everyone to enjoy, over 1,000,000 users a year can't be wrong!

Featuring: Paris Texas (Jazz/Funk/Swing Band)

Time:
3 Oct 2009 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Esplanade Lagoon
Phone:
07 4044 3715
Ticket Price:
Free

The Doyle Family Fun Show

Music

The very popular Doyle Family Fun Show appears every Saturday night at the spectacular new north side venue Restaurant 59 situated at the magnificent Paradise Palms Country Club at Clifton Beach. The Show features Terry Doyle and his original aussie animal kid\'s songs along with the brilliant face painting singer Rachel Bradley ..... the evening is very popular and bookings are recommended by phoning the venue on 40599999.

Featuring: Doyle Entertainment (Originals/Roots/Family Entertainment Group)

Time:
3 Oct 2009 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Paradise Palms - Restaurant Fifty-Nine
Phone:
07 4059 9999
Website:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Restaurant.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Live Acoustic Act

Music

Sapphire is the difference you need in your life

As you walk in the door of the Sapphire Tapas Bar in Cairns you are greeted with the knowledge that you are entering a sanctuary. And the relaxed and comfortable environment will make you feel more at home than you have ever felt before.

The Sapphire’s walls are filled with Contemporary, Modern and Post-modern Art, celebrating all aspects and the colours of life itself, almost giving the feel of a full fledged art gallery.

Come one, come all to this amazing Bar and Café for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner or just a Cappuccino on the go!

Featuring: Laurel Calvert

Time:
3 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Sapphire Bar
Phone:
07 405 21494
Website:
http://www.sapphiretapasbar.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Kid Kenobi and MC Sureshock

Music

The Master is back in Cairns for one night only!! More to be added shortly... Watch this space!!

Time:
3 Oct 2009 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
The Heritage Cairns
Phone:
07 4031 8070
Website:
http://www.heritagecairns.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Out!'s First Birthday Dance Party

Nightlife

Come along and join us to celebrate our first birthday!!
Party games, great music, and shows by the awesome Donna Perignonn, Fillupa Crevass and Imogen Que!!
$5 entry, with prizes, free food from 8pm and good bar prices.
Complimentary tapas will be served from 8pm to 9pm so get in early!
Shows from 10.30pm. DJ G-Been will be pumping out hot tunes all the way from the UK! Volunteers are MORE than welcome – email your details to outincairns@hotmail.com Come join us for this one - it's gonna be a biggie!

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 4 Oct 2009 2:00 AM
Venue:
Blue Sky Brewery
Phone:
0740415451
Website:
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=127774095266&index=1
Ticket Price:
$5

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

Brass Sweat & Tears 2009

Theatre

By Request' - it's not often the audience chooses the program. Cairns Brass 9th season of Brass Sweat and Tears presents music from all genres selected from an overwhelming response for requests from theatre goers. The unknown factor promises an exciting and captivating evening as music lovers are taken on this musical mystery tour and in Cairns Brass own style ....anything could happen! Before the show, mingle with friends and enjoy pre-show drinks and entertainment.

Time:
3 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4044 3770
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=BRAS
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $15 to $30

4 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

Involvement in the display at the Festival Hall continues, including blacksmithing by Noel Giles.
-1:30pm Historic Steam Train Ride to Tumoulin and return. The railway is run by an enthusiastic group of local steam buffs.
-4:30pm Annual Meeting.
-6:30pm Dinner at the Top Pub.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Festival Hall
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
4 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Rusty's Markets

Markets

Rusty's Markets have been running for more than 30 years, developed from a humble display of 6 stall holders to one of the largest, most successfull and best known markets in Australia. The markets run from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, with 180 stallholders selling flowers, delicatessen goods, and a wide array of quality fruit and vegetables that come directly from the growers. But although the market is widely known for its quality food products, you will also find jewellery, clothing, gem stones, organic personal care products, leatherwear, medicinal herbs and spices, second hand goods and much more.

On Sundays the market becomes 'Rusty's Bazaar' and the range of bric-a-brac and arts and crafts is even greater.

Rusty's Markets were named after the late Emrys 'Rusty' Rees, who was responsible for the development of the market into the superb event that it is nowadays. Save some of your time to enjoy a shopping experience in a carnival like environment.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone:
Ph. 07 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Pier Markets

Markets

The Pier Markets, also known as the 'Mud Markets' have an interesting selection of bits and pieces, crafts and arts and live entertainment. They are a good place to hunt down authentic local souveniers and fresh produce directly from the farmers. Every Saturday and Sunday, visit the Pier Marketplace Mall, next to the Marlin Marina and treat yourself with the excellent range of goods on offer for the whole family. And kids will surely enjoy the free face painting and balloons. Everything in an indoor fully air-conditioned space.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
The Pier Marketplace Mall
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Atherton Tablelands) Tolga Markets

Markets

The vibrant Tolga Markets, happening on the first Sunday of every month, are a great way to taste real Australian produce. Local jams, freshly picked and seasonal fruit, clothing, hand crafted items, and much more it is what you can find if you head to the Tolga Morrow Park racecourse from 7:00am to 12:00pm.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 11:59 AM
Venue:
Tolga Morrow Park racecourse
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Port Douglas) Cotters Markets by the Sea

Markets

The Cotters Market by the Sea, in Port Douglas, are held every Sunday. The market, established more than 20 years ago, provides a wide selection of locally made goods, including home made crafts, clothing, good quality jewellery, clothes and artifacts, including boats and other rarities. Visit the markets from 8:00am to 1:30pm and don't miss an opportunity to meet the local community of free traders, artists and farmers or find that something special you have been looking for. The market is located in beautiful and scenic Anzac Park, from where you can enjoy not only shopping but also a stunning coastline. The markets have become a bit touristy, but the Port Douglas markets are the largest market in the region and one of the best.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Venue:
Anzac Park
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Art Deco High Tea

Music

Another glamorous event that will be happening during the Festival is the Art Deco High Tea, held on Saturday 4 October at the Masonic Hall on the esplanade at 3:00pm. The Art deco society is presenting a traditional high tea, including cakes, biscuits, sandwiches, Nucifora tea and old fashion home made lemonade.

Tickets are $15 and available at Kalinda Rose in Edith Street. Entertainment will be provided by Just Sing It singers. Masons will provide a tour of the Masonic Hall after the tea. Prizes for best dressed couple, most attractive tea pot and cosy.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 2:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Art Deco in the Tropics - Innisfail Inc.
Phone:
(07) 4061 3928
Website:
http://www.artdeco-innisfail.com.au/events.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $15

Busking Blues & Roots

Music

Grass roots Blues and Soul
Featuring: ggdavies (accoustic/Blues/alternative Solo)

Time:
4 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Rustys Markets
Phone:
7 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/index.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Indie Band Showcase

Music

The Shenannigans Indie Band Showcase is held every Sunday afternoon, from 2pm and leads us into the Gong Show.

This event finally gives young bands an opportunity to regularly play at a high profile venue and fine tune their skills, build a following and even market their CD’s and other merchandise.

Each band is given a 45 minute set to play whatever they have created, with full production supplied.

Under 18s are allowed to participate, provided they adhere to strict licensing regulations, which include, of course, adult supervision at all times.

Additional support is offered through linking the bands MySpace page to Shenannigans MySpace profile as well as access to live recording facilities and world wide video streaming through the upcoming Shenannigans web site.

The Indie Band Showcase is open to all bands in FNQ as well as duos, soloists and singer/songwriters.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans Cairns
Phone:
07 40512490
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganslive
Ticket Price:
Free

Sol Sundays - Sunday Session

Music

AJ Hackett Sol Sundays the best Sunday Session in Cairns! Come and soak up the great atmosphere in the Rainforest surrounds. Come out for a great day with cool drinks, good friends and great tunes!

- BUNGY JUMPS & MINJIN SWINGS - LOCALS SPECIALS AVAILABLE!
- FUNKY LIVE LOCAL MUSIC
- LICENCED GRAVITY BAR
- KIDS JUMPING CASTLE
- BBQ LUNCH
- GREAT ATMOSPHERE
- AMAZING LOCATION ONLY 15 MINUTES FROM THE CITY
- FREE PICK UP’S FROM THE BEACHES!!

Please phone 40577 188 for more information! See you on Sunday!

Time:
4 Oct 2009 12:01 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
AJ Hackett Cairns
Phone:
07 4057 7188
Website:
http://www.ajhackett.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Live By the Sea

Music

Tropical Beachfront location - Coolums on the Beach is Cairns only Absolute Beachfront Restaurant, and is minutes north of Cairns City

Coolums is an ideal place for that special dinner or lazy weekend breakfast or afternoon.

Enjoy Sunday afternoons to the music provided by the varied musicians that play the venue.

Coolums is able to cater for events from 10–150 guests, and
our excellent location and experienced staff allow us to provide you with an event as formal or casual as you wish. Our packages can be tailored to suit your particular needs and budget and to ensure a personalised and memorable experience.

Featuring: James Braithwaite (Acoustic/Folk/ Alternative Solo)

Time:
4 Oct 2009 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Coolums on the Beach
Phone:
07 4055 9200
Website:
http://www.coolums.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Charity Event

Music

Bogeys On Palm is in the Northern beaches suburb of Hollways Beach.
We create an informal atmoshere with great casual dining.
Featuring live music on Thursday 6-9pm and Sunday 5-8pm.
The bar is open from 5pm Monday - Thursday, 4pm Friday and Saturday, 2pm Sunday.
The restaurant can seat up to 40 inside and is capable of seating 100 plus in a casual out door garden setting. We also make the best take away Pizzas outside of Italy
Live Music and BBQ charity fundraise in aid of Prostate Cancer Research

Featuring: Steve Williams (Acoustic/Covers/Originals Solo)

Time:
4 Oct 2009 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Bogeys on Palm Restaurant & Bar
Phone:
07 4055 9011
Ticket Price:
Free

Epic solo show with guests

Music

Danny wishes to share with the audience all that has touched his musical being during his three years in the region; strat slinging elders, twangy steel string duos, african drumming, hilly billy rock band, hermit solo songs and more! all wrapped up around the songs he has penned during this amazing time.

Featuring: Danny Ross (Acoustic/Folk/Blues Solo)

Time:
4 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Clink Theatre
Phone:
041 775 0231
Ticket Price:
Free

Open Mic

Music

The Green Ant is one of Cairns’ best kept secrets.
Tucked away behind Cairns Central on Bunda Street,the Green Ant has become an institution among it’s regulars. This funky little venue offers a great range of Mexican fusion cuisine,boutique beers and South American inspired cocktails.
Our music: Expect anythin from rock to reggae. Live music every week Thursday through Sunday, bands, solo acoustic performers and DJs.

Featuring: cairns' Original and Best Open Mic Jam at the Green Ant!

Time:
4 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Green Ant Cantina
Phone:
07 40415061
Website:
http://www.greenantcantina.com/home/aboutus
Ticket Price:
Free

Live By the Sea

Music

Tropical Beachfront location - Coolums on the Beach is Cairns only Absolute Beachfront Restaurant, and is minutes north of Cairns City

Coolums is an ideal place for that special dinner or lazy weekend breakfast or afternoon.

Enjoy Sunday afternoons to the music provided by the varied musicians that play the venue.

Coolums is able to cater for events from 10–150 guests, and
our excellent location and experienced staff allow us to provide you with an event as formal or casual as you wish. Our packages can be tailored to suit your particular needs and budget and to ensure a personalised and memorable experience.

Featuring: James Braithwaite (Acoustic/Folk/ Alternative Solo)

Time:
4 Oct 2009 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Coolums on the Beach
Phone:
07 4055 9200
Website:
http://www.coolums.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
4 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

5 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

-9:30 to 2pm Charmillin Creek Forest Walk. Tree indentification with Reg Lockyer. Picnic lunch at Tully George National Park.
-3pm Wood Auction.
-7 to 8:30pm Keynote Addresses:Mountains Institute. Overall theme-Looking Forward, Looking Back, Topic-Looking Back, Reg Lockyer, former Logging Manager, Rosenfeld Meixner and Co.

Time:
5 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Venue:
Charmillin Creek forest walk
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Monday Steak Night & Vroom Vroom!

Community

Come in on a Monday night to the Cape York Hotel and kick back with out steak night. $12 gets you a 300g Sirloin & a Schooner of your choice* and the best show on earth ....Top Gear.
We will even do the dishes and clean up!

Time:
5 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
7 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $12

Monday Steak Night & Vroom Vroom!

Community

Come in on a Monday night to the Cape York Hotel and kick back with out steak night. $12 gets you a 300g Sirloin & a Schooner of your choice* and the best show on earth ....Top Gear.
We will even do the dishes and clean up!

Time:
5 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $12

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
5 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Backpackers Got Talent

Music

As a Gilligan's guest you can laze by the pool whilst sipping a cocktail, sample local cuisine, shop, browse over local produce markets, catch up with friends over the internet, or dance the night away - all without leaving this holiday haven. When it is time to explore further, the absolute central city location means your just a few minutes walk to Cairns waterfront lagoon, shopping centres, galleries, restaurants and nightclubs. Holidaying has never looked so good!

Beer Deck - Live entertainment on the deck Tuesday to Sundays, watch all the big sporting events on the largest outdoor screen in Cairns

Beer Hall - Big name acts & shows every month previous acts have included; Screaming Jets, Jimmy Barnes, The Superjesus, Robbee Williams Tribute Show & Guest DJ’s. Be entertained through out the week with comps such as Wet T-shirt on Tuesdays, Babe nation on Wednesdays or for the ladies. Thursday is all about you "Girls Just want to have fun" staring our fully monty comp loads of fun and laughter, so come and enjoy 7 nights a week.

Featuring: James Braithwaite (Acoustic/Folk/ Alternative Solo)

Time:
5 Oct 2009 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Gilligans Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Phone:
07 4041 6566
Website:
http://www.gilligans.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
5 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

6 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

-9:30 to 12pm Misty Mountains to Mamu Rainforest Canopy Walk. The area is the homeland of the Mamu Aboriginal people. The walk is in the Waribara clan country- Waribara means, people belonging to the gorges. The 350 m canopy walkway, overlooks the Johnson River Gorge. The tracks are walker friendly as can be seen in the photo. Lunch at Milla Milla Falls. Visit the Bull Kauri Log and Milla Milla Historic Museum.
-7 to 8:30pm. Second Keynote Address: Mountains Institute. Topic-Looking Back at Coral and Tree Rings, Dr. Janice Lough. Australian Institute of Marine Science, Townsville.

Time:
6 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Venue:
Mamu Rainforest Canopy walk
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
6 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Lets Get "Schnit-Faced"

Food & Wine

Well its Crap Tuesday....why not come to the Cape and get Schnit-Faced?

$10 Schnitzel or $12.50 Parmi with your choice of schooner.*

Why bother to cook or go to swanky restaurant so they can fleece your wallet? Come to the Cap[e York Hotel and we will even clean up!

Time:
6 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel Cnr Spence & Bunda St, Cairs
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $10, $12.50

Small Baggage

Music

The Shamrock Stage is the heartbeat of the club’s activities and provides free live entertainment six days a week. This stage plays host to a roster of the best local musicians in the region and some impressive touring parties. Artists perform Tuesday Mornings for the Seniors social club "Club Gold" from 9:30-11:30am, Wednesdays from 12-2pm, Thursdays from 7-11pm, Fridays from 8.30-12.30pm, Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 5-7pm.

Featuring: Small Baggage

Time:
6 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Brothers Leagues Club
Phone:
(07) 4045 4757
Website:
http://www.brotherscairns.com.au/fuller-sports-club-edmonton/
Ticket Price:
Free

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
6 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

7 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

-9:30 to 12pm CSIRO Arboretum has 1,200 timber species, established in the 1970s. Host Matt Bradford. Picnic lunch at the park. Visit the famous Tolga Woodworksl Trevor Allwood, the owner will address us.
-7 to 8:30pm. Third Keynote Address: Mountains Institute Topic-Tablelands Forests today, Matt Bradford, CSIRO, Atherton, or Bernie Hyland, one fo the authors of forest Trees of Australia (to be confirmed).

Time:
7 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Venue:
CSIRO Arboretum
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Pub Trivia

Community

Come Play Trivia at the Cape York Hotel and have a chance to win a share of $5000 with Terrific Trivia!
Get a office/work team together or just a group of friends and come join the fun at the Cape.
Prizes for winning teams and spot prizes throughout the night.

Time:
7 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Free

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
7 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Kuranda Markets

Markets

You can choose when to visit the Kuranda Markets, also known as the 'Original Markets' as they happen every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. For over 21 years, local craftmen have been displaying from locally grown produce to beautifully handcrafted souvenirs, including unique oil paintings and prints of the region. But there is much more to this market. Wandering around the huge amount of stalls you can find emu oil, jewellery, aboriginal artefacts, hand made clothing and a vast variety of home made food. If you fall in love with any of the souvenirs and want to take it home but you think it is too big to be allowed on a plane, do not panic; the stallholders will ship it home for you. The markets are located at 5 Therwine Street, Kuranda.

Time:
7 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
5 Therwine Street, Kuranda
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Smooth sounds

Music

Cazalys is home of Australian Football in Cairns, with world-class sporting facilities that have hosted national AFL games as well as International Cricket Matches. The social club is the home of the best value meals and entertainment in Cairns, offering outstanding service to members and guests.

Start your day off at the 'Cafe Caz' coffee shop with hot espresso and something from the selection of fresh cakes and pastries. Lunch & dinner specials are held regularly through the week, which makes for delicious meals in comfortable air-conditioned surroundings, with friendly service and a warm welcome.

Cazalys Cairns proudly supports and offers FREE live local entertainment on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Large special events are also hosted in the Allen Aylett Room, with rock & roll legends, tribute shows, charity events and current household names being a regular fixture.

The Sportsmans Bar opens out onto the back deck, overlooking the AFL grounds and Stadium. The grounds are home of the Mununda Hawks, and seasonal matches can be caught on Saturdays. You can put a bet down in the awarded “Best TAB 2009”, or for other entertainment, Cazalys offers Poker on Tuesday and 9 sessions of Bingo every week.

Conveniently located on Mulgrave Road; the main highway into Cairns City and only five minutes drive from the Cairns Esplanade.

Featuring: Out of the Blue (Jazz/Swing/Covers Duo)

Time:
7 Oct 2009 11:59 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cazalys Cairns
Phone:
(07) 4054 1464
Website:
http://www.cazalys.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
7 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

8 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

9:30 to 12pm Lake Barrine Walking Track, view the Bull Kauri Twins. Boat trip on Lake Barrine followed by lunch at the famous Lake Barrine Tea House Return via Tarzali and North Queensland Forest Timbers.
7 to 8:30pm. Fourth Keynote Address: Mountains Institute Topic-Looking Forward-Forests of the Future, Nigel Tucker, Director, BioTropica Aust Pty Ltd, Tarzali.

Time:
8 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Venue:
CSIRO Arboretum
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
8 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Kuranda Markets

Markets

You can choose when to visit the Kuranda Markets, also known as the 'Original Markets' as they happen every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. For over 21 years, local craftmen have been displaying from locally grown produce to beautifully handcrafted souvenirs, including unique oil paintings and prints of the region. But there is much more to this market. Wandering around the huge amount of stalls you can find emu oil, jewellery, aboriginal artefacts, hand made clothing and a vast variety of home made food. If you fall in love with any of the souvenirs and want to take it home but you think it is too big to be allowed on a plane, do not panic; the stallholders will ship it home for you. The markets are located at 5 Therwine Street, Kuranda.

Time:
8 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
5 Therwine Street, Kuranda
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Tropic Jazz Club

Music

Top Jazz Musicians and Vocalists rostered every Thursday night featuring every type of jazz from contemporary, trad, dixie, swing, Latin, Bee-Bop through to all time favourite ballads and big band numbers. Excellent dance floor or just relax and listen to quality Jazz. Good meals and drinks at club prices available from 6.30pm.

Time:
8 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Tigers Den
Phone:
4055 0331
Website:
http://tropicjazz.net.au
Bookings:
4053 4019
Ticket Price:
$5

Thursday Night Live

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Paris Texas (Jazz/Funk/Swing Band)

Time:
8 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

AFL Masters National Carnival

Sport

The AFL Masters National Carnival is conducted over eight days and is the major national event for players. First held in Melbourne in 1983, the Carnival has since been rotated annually around Australian major city locations and has steadily grown to become the largest Australian Rules Football Championship.

The 2009 National Carnival will be held at Cazaly Stadium and other selected grounds in Cairns and will attract in excess of 36 teams with over 800 players. The teams are from all states, in age categories of over 35, over 40, over 45, over 50 and over 55.

Time:
8 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Cazaly Stadium
Phone:
Phone: 03 9329 4852
Website:
http://www.maf.asn.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/afl-masters-national-carnival/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Free

9 October 2009

Australasian Regional Annual Meeting

Community

7.5 km Skyrail from Kuranda to coast and visit to Tjapukai Aboriginal Centre.
A day on the world-famous skyrail offers an amazing optional end of the tour activity. Tucked in your 360 degree view gondola, this 7.5 km cableway runs above the rainforest between Kuranda and the Caravonica Terminal on the tropical coastal plain. You will glide above the canopy of the World Heritage, Barron Gorge National Park-the tallest tower is over 40 m high. You can spend as much time as you want at the two stops, Barron Falls Station and Red Peak Station, both of which have Interpretative Centres, well-formed walkways, and lookouts.

Time:
9 Oct 2009 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Skyrail Rainforest Cablewa
Phone:
061 07 5465 8273
Website:
http://www.woodcollectors.org/meets-future.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
9 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Kuranda Markets

Markets

You can choose when to visit the Kuranda Markets, also known as the 'Original Markets' as they happen every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. For over 21 years, local craftmen have been displaying from locally grown produce to beautifully handcrafted souvenirs, including unique oil paintings and prints of the region. But there is much more to this market. Wandering around the huge amount of stalls you can find emu oil, jewellery, aboriginal artefacts, hand made clothing and a vast variety of home made food. If you fall in love with any of the souvenirs and want to take it home but you think it is too big to be allowed on a plane, do not panic; the stallholders will ship it home for you. The markets are located at 5 Therwine Street, Kuranda.

Time:
9 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
5 Therwine Street, Kuranda
Phone:
(07) 4097 6407
Website:
http://www.terrestrialgeorgetown.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Rusty's Markets

Markets

Rusty's Markets have been running for more than 30 years, developed from a humble display of 6 stall holders to one of the largest, most successfull and best known markets in Australia. The markets run from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, with 180 stallholders selling flowers, delicatessen goods, and a wide array of quality fruit and vegetables that come directly from the growers. But although the market is widely known for its quality food products, you will also find jewellery, clothing, gem stones, organic personal care products, leatherwear, medicinal herbs and spices, second hand goods and much more.

On Sundays the market becomes 'Rusty's Bazaar' and the range of bric-a-brac and arts and crafts is even greater.

Rusty's Markets were named after the late Emrys 'Rusty' Rees, who was responsible for the development of the market into the superb event that it is nowadays. Save some of your time to enjoy a shopping experience in a carnival like environment.

Time:
9 Oct 2009 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Venue:
Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone:
Ph. 07 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

The annual Walkamin Country Music Festival

Music

This annual country music festival in Walkamin features some great music from well-known performers. Camping facilities are available, as well as a licensed bar, food court and child minding facilities. So don the stetson, polish those dancing shoes, grab your partner and dance the weekend away!

Time:
9 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
Kerribee Park Mareeba
Phone:
0414 923 409
Website:
http://www.mareebaheritagecentre.com.au/mareeba-annual-events.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

Rydges Sabaya Live Music

Music

Easy listening folk/blues/roots music in the Lotus Lounge. Fab bbq around the pool!
Featuring: Acoustic Sundays

Time:
9 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Rydges Sabaya Resort Port Douglas
Phone:
7 4099 8900
Website:
http://www.rydges.com/hotel/0/RQPDUG/Rydges-Sabaya-Resort-Port-Douglas.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

Singer/Songwriters Night

Music

A Good Drop hosts the singer/songwriters night in the Lotus Lounge at Rydges Sabaya. Port Douglas

Featuring: A Good Drop (Acoustic/Easy Listening/Blues Duo)

Time:
9 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Rydges Sabaya Resort Port Douglas
Phone:
1300 857 922
Website:
http://www.rydges.com/Hotels/RQPDUG/Rydges-Sabaya-Resort-Port-Douglas/Rydges-Sabaya-Resort-day-spa-Port-Douglas.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

Live Entertainment

Music

Cazalys is home of Australian Football in Cairns, with world-class sporting facilities that have hosted national AFL games as well as International Cricket Matches. The social club is the home of the best value meals and entertainment in Cairns, offering outstanding service to members and guests.

Start your day off at the 'Cafe Caz' coffee shop with hot espresso and something from the selection of fresh cakes and pastries. Lunch & dinner specials are held regularly through the week, which makes for delicious meals in comfortable air-conditioned surroundings, with friendly service and a warm welcome.

Cazalys Cairns proudly supports and offers FREE live local entertainment on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Large special events are also hosted in the Allen Aylett Room, with rock & roll legends, tribute shows, charity events and current household names being a regular fixture.

The Sportsmans Bar opens out onto the back deck, overlooking the AFL grounds and Stadium. The grounds are home of the Mununda Hawks, and seasonal matches can be caught on Saturdays. You can put a bet down in the awarded “Best TAB 2009”, or for other entertainment, Cazalys offers Poker on Tuesday and 9 sessions of Bingo every week.

Conveniently located on Mulgrave Road; the main highway into Cairns City and only five minutes drive from the Cairns Esplanade.

Featuring: Steve Williams (Acoustic/Covers/Originals Solo)

Time:
9 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cazalys Cairns
Phone:
(07) 4054 1464
Website:
http://www.cazalys.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Funky Dance

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Funky Love Tank (Funk/Progressive/Soul Band)

Time:
9 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Wendy and Her Eleven Toes

Theatre

Eclectic performers from wandering compass points gather in cairns to bare and share their talents. Like you've never seen before.

Time:
9 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
JUTE Theatre - Centre of Contemporary Arts
Phone:
07 4050 9444
Website:
http://www.jute.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=WEND
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $30 & $33

10 October 2009

Mental Health Week Fun Day

Community

Pathways Rehabilitation and Support Services Ltd in conjunction with Ozcare, St John's Community Care, MIF, ATODS and QH will be hosting a free fun day to raise awareness for mental health issues.
There will be free games and activities throughout the day, including a mechanical surfboard, massages, yoga, live music, circus acts, a raffle plus heaps of games including a team tug of war competition. Everyone who participates in an event has the opportunity of winning some great prizes including a reef trip, vouchers for Cable Ski world, Go Kart racing, Cairns Tropical Zoo, Kuranda Rail, a Northern Pride Jersey, an IPOD nano - infact there are so many prizes we can't list them all. It's not about winning, our theme for Mental Health Week 2009 is "Be Active, Get Connected, Stay Involved" everyone who joins in can be a winner. Come down and have a great day.

Time:
10 Oct 2009 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Venue:
Fogarty Park
Phone:
07 40311850
Ticket Price:
FREE - coin donation

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
10 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Relay 4 Life

Fundraising

Relay 4 Life is held annually at the Tully showgrounds this year in 2009 it is being held on the 10th & 11th of October

Relay For Life continues to embrace Queenslanders, who join our overnight team event to celebrate the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, those faced with cancer will be supported and that one day, cancer will be eliminated.

Time:
10 Oct 2009 12:00 AM to 11:55 PM
Venue:
Tully Showgrounds
Phone:
(07) 4777 8718
Website:
http://www.innisfailtourism.com.au/component/option,com_events/task,view_detail/agid,173/year,2009/month,10/day,10/Itemid,36/

Relay 4 Life

Fundraising

Relay 4 Life is held annually at the Tully showgrounds this year in 2009 it is being held on the 10th & 11th of October

Relay For Life continues to embrace Queenslanders, who join our overnight team event to celebrate the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, those faced with cancer will be supported and that one day, cancer will be eliminated.

Time:
10 Oct 2009 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM
Venue:
Tully Showgrounds
Phone:
Ph (07) 4061 8626
Website:
http://www.innisfailtourism.com.au/component/option,com_events/task,view_detail/agid,173/year,2009/month,10/day,10/Itemid,36/
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Rusty's Markets

Markets

Rusty's Markets have been running for more than 30 years, developed from a humble display of 6 stall holders to one of the largest, most successfull and best known markets in Australia. The markets run from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, with 180 stallholders selling flowers, delicatessen goods, and a wide array of quality fruit and vegetables that come directly from the growers. But although the market is widely known for its quality food products, you will also find jewellery, clothing, gem stones, organic personal care products, leatherwear, medicinal herbs and spices, second hand goods and much more.

On Sundays the market becomes 'Rusty's Bazaar' and the range of bric-a-brac and arts and crafts is even greater.

Rusty's Markets were named after the late Emrys 'Rusty' Rees, who was responsible for the development of the market into the superb event that it is nowadays. Save some of your time to enjoy a shopping experience in a carnival like environment.

Time:
10 Oct 2009 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone:
Ph. 07 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Saturday Night Live Music- Front Ear

Music

Welcome to the Bull Bar Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant. We are located in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. The Bull Bar is reknown for serviing deliciously succulent steaks, huge delicous oysters, juicy spare ribs and much more. Live music from local bands is played Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Good value and a great night out, The Bull Bar and Grill, where the locals meet!

Featuring: Local lads Front Ear hit the Bull Bar & Grill with their infectious collection of originals and covers.

The Bull Bar & Grill - More than just flamin' great steaks..

Time:
10 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Bull Bar
Phone:
(07) 4051 6690
Website:
http://www.entertainmentcairns.com/saturday-night-live-music7-event.html
Bookings:
http://cairnsbullbar.com.au/cairns-steakhouse-bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Free

The annual Walkamin Country Music Festival

Music

This annual country music festival in Walkamin features some great music from well-known performers. Camping facilities are available, as well as a licensed bar, food court and child minding facilities. So don the stetson, polish those dancing shoes, grab your partner and dance the weekend away!

Time:
10 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
Kerribee Park Mareeba
Phone:
0414 923 409
Website:
http://www.mareebaheritagecentre.com.au/mareeba-annual-events.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

The Doyle Family Fun Show

Music

The very popular Doyle Family Fun Show appears every Saturday night at the spectacular new north side venue Restaurant 59 situated at the magnificent Paradise Palms Country Club at Clifton Beach. The Show features Terry Doyle and his original aussie animal kid\'s songs along with the brilliant face painting singer Rachel Bradley ..... the evening is very popular and bookings are recommended by phoning the venue on 40599999.

Featuring: Doyle Entertainment (Originals/Roots/Family Entertainment Group)

Time:
10 Oct 2009 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Paradise Palms - Restaurant Fifty-Nine
Phone:
07 4059 9999
Website:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Restaurant.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Telek & Bridie

Music

It has been 21 years since Papua New Guinea's George Telek and Melbourne's David Bridie first started working together. To celebrate this anniversary, they are playing a special show at the Tanks. These two unlikely collaborators, a grassroots PNG villager and a suburban Melbourne boy, have forged a close friendship from years of recording and touring. Two of this region's finest songwriters and performers, Telek and Bridie will perform highlights from their extensive repertoires.

Time:
10 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=TLEK
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $20 & $25

Wendy and Her Eleven Toes

Theatre

Eclectic performers from wandering compass points gather in cairns to bare and share their talents. Like you've never seen before.

Time:
10 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
JUTE Theatre - Centre of Contemporary Arts
Phone:
07 4050 9444
Website:
http://www.jute.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=WEND
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $30 & $33

11 October 2009

Go Troppo Arts Festival

Festivals

Come and enjoy the Go Troppo Arts Festival in Port Douglas. Would you like to attend a half or full-day workshop in tropical glass making, textile dyeing with mangroves, oil painting in the savannah or developing your own myth whilst painting from a live model near a rainforest creek? What about the sensuous feel of clay between your fingers as you construct a life sized self-portrait sculpture or experience the thrill of improvisation with an advanced group of string players? Underwater photography in the lagoon of a tiny tropical island?

Of course, if you prefer less active participation there is an exciting choice of theatrical and musical performances as well as films and exhibitions. Don't miss the opening cocktail party at the Sugar Wharf or music and art under the gaze of a romantic full moon!

Time:
11 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Venue:
Old Sugar Wharf
Phone:
Phone: 07 4099 3448
Website:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/
Bookings:
http://www.go-troppo-arts-festival.com/contact.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Relay 4 Life

Fundraising

Relay 4 Life is held annually at the Tully showgrounds this year in 2009 it is being held on the 10th & 11th of October

Relay For Life continues to embrace Queenslanders, who join our overnight team event to celebrate the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, those faced with cancer will be supported and that one day, cancer will be eliminated.

Time:
11 Oct 2009 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM
Venue:
Tully Showgrounds
Phone:
Ph (07) 4061 8626
Website:
http://www.innisfailtourism.com.au/component/option,com_events/task,view_detail/agid,173/year,2009/month,10/day,10/Itemid,36/
Ticket Price:
Free

Lions Club Archer Creek Market

Markets

Archer Creek 16km west of Ravenshoe on the Kennedy Highway Fun Country Market, Come early and beat the heat

Time:
11 Oct 2009 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Venue:
Archer Creek
Phone:
Ph: (07) 4097 0297
Website:
http://www.ravenshoevisitorcentre.com.au/events.php
Ticket Price:
Free

(Cairns) Rusty's Markets

Markets

Rusty's Markets have been running for more than 30 years, developed from a humble display of 6 stall holders to one of the largest, most successfull and best known markets in Australia. The markets run from Friday morning to Sunday afternoon, with 180 stallholders selling flowers, delicatessen goods, and a wide array of quality fruit and vegetables that come directly from the growers. But although the market is widely known for its quality food products, you will also find jewellery, clothing, gem stones, organic personal care products, leatherwear, medicinal herbs and spices, second hand goods and much more.

On Sundays the market becomes 'Rusty's Bazaar' and the range of bric-a-brac and arts and crafts is even greater.

Rusty's Markets were named after the late Emrys 'Rusty' Rees, who was responsible for the development of the market into the superb event that it is nowadays. Save some of your time to enjoy a shopping experience in a carnival like environment.

Time:
11 Oct 2009 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Grafton Street, Cairns
Phone:
Ph. 07 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Raunch @ A J Hackett Bungy - Smithfield

Music

Featuring: Raunch @ A J Hackett Bungy - Smithfield

Time:
11 Oct 2009 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
AJ Hackett Cairns
Phone:
+61 (0)7 4057 7188
Website:
http://www.ajhackett.com.au/sundays.html#info
Ticket Price:
Free

The annual Walkamin Country Music Festival

Music

This annual country music festival in Walkamin features some great music from well-known performers. Camping facilities are available, as well as a licensed bar, food court and child minding facilities. So don the stetson, polish those dancing shoes, grab your partner and dance the weekend away!

Time:
11 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
Kerribee Park Mareeba
Phone:
0414 923 409
Website:
http://www.mareebaheritagecentre.com.au/mareeba-annual-events.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

Busking Blues & Roots

Music

Grass roots Blues and Soul
Featuring: ggdavies (accoustic/Blues/alternative Solo)

Time:
11 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Rustys Markets
Phone:
7 4051 5100
Website:
http://www.rustysmarkets.com.au/index.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Open Mic

Music

The Green Ant is one of Cairns’ best kept secrets.
Tucked away behind Cairns Central on Bunda Street,the Green Ant has become an institution among it’s regulars. This funky little venue offers a great range of Mexican fusion cuisine,boutique beers and South American inspired cocktails.
Our music: Expect anythin from rock to reggae. Live music every week Thursday through Sunday, bands, solo acoustic performers and DJs.

Featuring: cairns' Original and Best Open Mic Jam at the Green Ant!

Time:
11 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Green Ant Cantina
Phone:
07 40415061
Website:
http://www.greenantcantina.com/home/aboutus
Ticket Price:
Free

12 October 2009

Monday Steak Night & Vroom Vroom!

Community

Come in on a Monday night to the Cape York Hotel and kick back with out steak night. $12 gets you a 300g Sirloin & a Schooner of your choice* and the best show on earth ....Top Gear.
We will even do the dishes and clean up!

Time:
12 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
7 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $12

Colour Ex 2009

Music

Spend a night with the students of Peace Lutheran College as they present an arts extravganza evening to celebrate Queensland's 150th birthday. With music, dance, drama, art, new media and a sensational fashion parade this is a night of fun for all the family.

Time:
12 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=COL_
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $15 to $22

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
12 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

13 October 2009

Cairns Tourism Association Awards Presentation

Business

The Cairns Tourism Association holds a monthly awards function to recognise the nominees and to accounce the monthly award winner. Each month it is held at a different venue in Cairns.

These popular events are a great networking opportunity for sponors, members and visitors, and they also provide an excellent opportunity for venue managers to showcase their property.

Time:
13 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0402 140 840
Website:
http://www.cairnstourism.com.au
Bookings:
http://www.cairnstourism.com.au/contact.php

Lets Get "Schnit-Faced"

Food & Wine

Well its Crap Tuesday....why not come to the Cape and get Schnit-Faced?

$10 Schnitzel or $12.50 Parmi with your choice of schooner.*

Why bother to cook or go to swanky restaurant so they can fleece your wallet? Come to the Cap[e York Hotel and we will even clean up!

Time:
13 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel Cnr Spence & Bunda St, Cairs
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $10, $12.50

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
13 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

The Merchant of Venice

Theatre

Love, bigotry, greed, and justice are entwined in this clear, fast-moving production.

Performed inside Tank 3 with all new sound and lighting systems and seating to provide a truly magnificent theatrical experience.

Revitalised, original, and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the new millennium.

Although Bassanio owes his friend Antonio a great deal of money, he must borrow more to make a good impression when he courts his true love, Portia. However, Antonio is short of cash and must borrow from the lender, Shylock. More problems arise when Antonio's ships are wrecked, leaving him penniless when Shylock's loan is due. Bassanio must now find a way to save his friend's life, but help is on the way -from an unexpected source!

Time:
13 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=MERC
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $12 to $25

14 October 2009

Botanical Gardens- Starry Nights Cinema

Community

Each moth the popular Starry Nights Cinema presents cinema hits on the big screen under the starry sky. Bring a blanket, or chair, and a picnic basket and enjoy. Gates open 6pm, shorts begin 7.30pm) Entry at McDonald St gate. Cost $10 per adult, children under 14 free.

Time:
14 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Venue:
Cains Botanical Gardens
Phone:
Phone: 07 4044 3398
Website:
http://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/cairns/services/botanic_gardens/fbg_main.htm
Ticket Price:
Ticket $10

Pub Trivia

Community

Come Play Trivia at the Cape York Hotel and have a chance to win a share of $5000 with Terrific Trivia!
Get a office/work team together or just a group of friends and come join the fun at the Cape.
Prizes for winning teams and spot prizes throughout the night.

Time:
14 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Free

Jazz Zoo

Music

nu:cool:jazz featuring Tom See Poy quartet and Nikki Doll

Time:
14 Oct 2009 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Vertigo Bar & Lounge
Phone:
(0) 7 4030-8888
Website:
http://www.reefcasino.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
14 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

The Merchant of Venice

Theatre

Love, bigotry, greed, and justice are entwined in this clear, fast-moving production.

Performed inside Tank 3 with all new sound and lighting systems and seating to provide a truly magnificent theatrical experience.

Revitalised, original, and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the new millennium.

Although Bassanio owes his friend Antonio a great deal of money, he must borrow more to make a good impression when he courts his true love, Portia. However, Antonio is short of cash and must borrow from the lender, Shylock. More problems arise when Antonio's ships are wrecked, leaving him penniless when Shylock's loan is due. Bassanio must now find a way to save his friend's life, but help is on the way -from an unexpected source!

Time:
14 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=MERC
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $12 to $25

Patch Theatre Company's Fastest Boy In The World

Theatre

The Fastest Boy in the World is a whimsical ride on the wings of Henry Horatio Richard O'Dockerty's fantasy to become the fastest boy in the world.

Featuring a four piece pop/rock band, the show is a humorous and engaging mix of story, dramatic action, live music, song and video projection created by Australia's premiere theatre company specialising in quality work for 4-8 year old children and their families.

Time:
14 Oct 2009 9:45 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
+61 8 8218 8411
Website:
http://www.patchtheatre.org.au/hdda.htm
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=FAST
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10, $14

15 October 2009

Robust Conversations; The resilient manager's secret weapon

Business

Join guest Speaker Anne Gately FAIM as she discusses strategies for the resilient manager to cope with the continual change encountered in the workplace. Most particularly, through robust conversations with resilient managers having to be able to communicate thoughts and feelings accurately to those with whom he or she works, every day in myriad situations.

We succeed or fail at work and in all other aspects of our lives one conversation at a time, according to Susan Scott's seminal work Fierce Conversations . Conversations can be to resolve issues with the team, to provide more-effective coaching in one-to-one conversations, to improve delegation, and to confront issues that impede enriched relationships. As with any skill, the ability to engage in conversation with senior executives, peers and colleagues takes practice and discipline to ensure that organisational and personal goals are met and that the individual manager's skills at initiating, conducting and concluding conversations are honed to a point of expertise.

Successful management practice demands an ability to observe the effects of change, to reflect on the meaning for self and others, to describe and clarify issues, and to resolve apparent tension or conflict.

Speaker Profile
Anne Gately FAIM
Anne Gately is Senior Business Development Manager at Blake Dawson and is responsible for business development support for the Energy & Resources practice which spans Australia . She also leads a small team of business development and marketing specialists who support Blake Dawson's broader practice in Brisbane and Perth .

Anne specialises in the professional services sector and has a background in coaching executives in presentation skills, selling skills and new business development techniques.

Anne actively pursues opportunities to practise what she preaches and is a regular speaker at conferences, motivational session and training programs. Her current areas of interest include the art of fierce conversations, development of resilience, and the value of human connectivity in business.

With background that includes 13 years in the education and arts sectors, Anne places great value in improving leadership and management skills of all Australians but particularly of women.

Time:
15 Oct 2009 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Sofitel Reef Hotel Casino
Phone:
1300882895
Website:
http://www.aimqld.com.au/events/cairns/event_091015.htm
Bookings:
http://www.aimqld.com.au/events/flyers/Cairns_091015.pdf
Ticket Price:
$66.00

Marlin Coast Toastmasters Club

Community

Learn public speaking, build confidence, enhance communication and leadership
skills. Guests welcome!
The Marlin Coast Toastmasters Club meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month 6.45pm for 7pm start

Time:
15 Oct 2009 6:45 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club
Phone:
07 4080 7711
Website:
http://www.marlincoastcairns.com/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Tropic Jazz Club

Music

Top Jazz Musicians and Vocalists rostered every Thursday night featuring every type of jazz from contemporary, trad, dixie, swing, Latin, Bee-Bop through to all time favourite ballads and big band numbers. Excellent dance floor or just relax and listen to quality Jazz. Good meals and drinks at club prices available from 6.30pm.

Time:
15 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Tigers Den
Phone:
4055 0331
Website:
http://tropicjazz.net.au
Bookings:
4053 4019
Ticket Price:
$5

Cazalys

Music

Rock N Roll, 60's, 70's and more
Featuring: Juicy Fruits (Dance Music/Rock 'n' Roll/Covers Duo)

Time:
15 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cazalys Cairns
Phone:
(07) 4054 1464
Website:
http://www.cazalys.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Thursday Night Live

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Paris Texas (Jazz/Funk/Swing Band)

Time:
15 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Tribal Bellydance Sampler Class

Music

Tribal Zest is cairns own Tribal Bellydance Troupe. Come and be tribally inspired and attend my FREE sampler class. For those who wish to start their Tribal journey this free class will be followed by an 8 week begginers course. Tribal is for EVERY woman. Some like to dance, some want to get fit, some like to dress up, some like to meet new people, some love the music - what will you like about Tribal?

Time:
15 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
The Body Mind Breath Yoga Centre
Phone:
04 0367 0386
Website:
http://www.tribalzest.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Shenannigans Karaoke Spectacular

Music

The Shenannigans Karaoke Spectacular has become a popular way to start a Thursday night out.

With ground breaking audience judging techonolgy, a winner is chosen from the many local and international singers every week and the winner chooses from major prizes such as reef trips, cruises, bar tabs and more!

Contestants choose from over 4,500 songs and once again, every entrant wins a prize, no matter what.

Time:
15 Oct 2009 8:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganscairns
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
15 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 1:20 PM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

The Merchant of Venice

Theatre

Love, bigotry, greed, and justice are entwined in this clear, fast-moving production.

Performed inside Tank 3 with all new sound and lighting systems and seating to provide a truly magnificent theatrical experience.

Revitalised, original, and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the new millennium.

Although Bassanio owes his friend Antonio a great deal of money, he must borrow more to make a good impression when he courts his true love, Portia. However, Antonio is short of cash and must borrow from the lender, Shylock. More problems arise when Antonio's ships are wrecked, leaving him penniless when Shylock's loan is due. Bassanio must now find a way to save his friend's life, but help is on the way -from an unexpected source!

Time:
15 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=MERC
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $12 to $25

16 October 2009

Miss Hawaiian Tropic Heat 3

Community

Heat 3 in the Miss Hawaiian Tropic International bikini competition.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Mad Cow Taven Cairns
Phone:
7 4051 8846
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/madcowcairns
Ticket Price:
Free

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Innisfail Hospital
Phone:
07 4038 9912
Website:
http://www.health.qld.gov.au/wwwprofiles/cairns_innis_hosp.asp
Ticket Price:
Free

Friday's Fresh Oyster Shucking

Community

This traditional shucking ceremony started long long ago on Friday 19 June 2009 - yes that LONG ago! Get freshly shucked oysters shucked right infront of you for ONLY $2 - Have them fresh with lemon, bloody-mary or margerita style, you'll still only pay $2! Don't believe me? Well get to Bar Fifty-nine EVERY FRIDAY between 5pm and 7pm to see for yourself!!

Time:
16 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Bar Fifty-nine Paradise Palms Resort and Country
Phone:
07 4059 9999
Website:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $2

Mindfulness Meditation

Community

The Zendo Oriental Health & Lifestyle Centre is based on integrative medicine which is medicine that addresses body, mind and spirit health. The health & education centre is based in Cairns, Australia. All Zendo programes and treatments are based on oriental philosophy, holistic therapies and modalities specializing in shiatsu, natural therapies, acupressure, massage & body-mind work. Zendo Health operates in part as a community service that provides education, training & treatments to the community in Far North Queensland.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Zendo Health, Corner Fernley and Hartley Streets
Phone:
07 4035 5892
Website:
http://www.zendohealth.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

CHLD Health Forum

Community

A step by step presentation of how most cancer is developed and how we can take steps to avoid cancer, especially for our children! This forum will take us through the pre-conception stage, pregnancy, baby, child & adolescent - health issues for both mother and child. Learn the hidden traps that can lead to childhood illnesses such as colic, asthma, eczema plus common colds and flu. 2 tickets for $10 if purchased prior or $10 ea at the door.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
The Sebel Cairns
Phone:
2 4647 8666
Website:
http://www.betterlivingresources.name/site/708446/
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10

BDO Kendalls Barefoot Bowls Relay For Life Fundraising Event

Fundraising

Come along to our Lawn Bowls night and help raise funds towards a great cause! Hourly raffles and money boards run throughout the night, so please bring your gold coins to enter and win a fantastic prize!

Time:
16 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Edge Hill Bowls Club
Phone:
1300 138 991
Website:
http://www.bdo.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Funky Dance

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Funky Love Tank (Funk/Progressive/Soul Band)

Time:
16 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Black Label

Music

Come and see one of Cairns best and long lasting rock bands.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganscairns
Ticket Price:
Free

Barbary Coasters Duo Live

Music

Great variety of music from Barbary Coasters

Time:
16 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Venue:
Fullers Sporting Club, Edmonton
Phone:
(07) 4045 4757
Website:
http://www.brotherscairns.com.au/fuller-sports-club-edmonton/
Ticket Price:
Free

Funk, Freaks & Fame 70's Night

Music

A night of entertainment, fun & live music with a '70's theme of dress & music' presented by music students from TNQ Institute of TAFE. "A free drink on entry"!!Prizes for "Best Dressed", "Best Afro" and "Best Dancers"!!

Time:
16 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
The Buddha Bar
Phone:
(07) 4051 1550
Ticket Price:
Free

Plantation Live

Music

New Band, new look, new feel - come and experience the all new "Plantation Live" upstairs at The Hotel Cairns. Contemporary music from exciting newly formed group of popular local musos "Marshal". Great supper,every Friday night from 7.30pm.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
The Hotel Cairns
Phone:
7 4051 6188
Website:
http://www.thehotelcairns.com/
Ticket Price:
Free

Live & Loud

Music

1

Time:
16 Oct 2009 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Edge Hill Tavern
Phone:
07 4053 4811
Website:
http://www.edgehilltavern.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Hip 2 Soul

Music

The retro sounds of Cairns hottest soul band

Time:
16 Oct 2009 9:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Vertigo Bar & Lounge
Phone:
(0) 7 4030-8888
Website:
http://www.reefcasino.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
16 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 1:20 PM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

The Merchant of Venice

Theatre

Love, bigotry, greed, and justice are entwined in this clear, fast-moving production.

Performed inside Tank 3 with all new sound and lighting systems and seating to provide a truly magnificent theatrical experience.

Revitalised, original, and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the new millennium.

Although Bassanio owes his friend Antonio a great deal of money, he must borrow more to make a good impression when he courts his true love, Portia. However, Antonio is short of cash and must borrow from the lender, Shylock. More problems arise when Antonio's ships are wrecked, leaving him penniless when Shylock's loan is due. Bassanio must now find a way to save his friend's life, but help is on the way -from an unexpected source!

Time:
16 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=MERC
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $12 to $25

17 October 2009

Saturday Night Live Music- Tommy T-Bone

Music

Welcome to the Bull Bar Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant. We are located in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. The Bull Bar is reknown for serviing deliciously succulent steaks, huge delicous oysters, juicy spare ribs and much more. Live music from local bands is played Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Good value and a great night out, The Bull Bar and Grill, where the locals meet!

Featuring: The legendary Tommy T-Bone returns to The Bull Bar & Grill with his electrifying blues show.

The Bull Bar & Grill - More than just flamin' great steaks..

Time:
17 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Bull Bar
Phone:
(07) 4051 6690
Website:
http://www.entertainmentcairns.com/saturday-night-live-music19-event.html
Bookings:
http://cairnsbullbar.com.au/cairns-steakhouse-bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Free

The Doyle Family Fun Show

Music

The very popular Doyle Family Fun Show appears every Saturday night at the spectacular new north side venue Restaurant 59 situated at the magnificent Paradise Palms Country Club at Clifton Beach. The Show features Terry Doyle and his original aussie animal kid\'s songs along with the brilliant face painting singer Rachel Bradley ..... the evening is very popular and bookings are recommended by phoning the venue on 40599999.

Featuring: Doyle Entertainment (Originals/Roots/Family Entertainment Group)

Time:
17 Oct 2009 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Paradise Palms - Restaurant Fifty-Nine
Phone:
07 4059 9999
Website:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Restaurant.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Choral Society 2009 Gala Spectacular

Music

With a host of local talent on-stage for this year's Cairns Choral Society Gala, including the Choral Society, Cairns Brass, the Cairns String and Concert Orchestras, Cairns Young Voices, the Julia Macalpine Dancers, Cairns RSL Pipes and Drums and some of Cairns' finest soloists, this year's gala will showcase the best of the north.

The Cairns Choral Society began in 1923, and is one of Queensland's oldest choral groups with a current membership of 150. Their aim is to promote and encourage the development of musical talent in the far north, and they are considered one of the north's leading choirs.

It is from this background of high standards and musicianship that Cairns Civic Theatre and the Cairns Choral Society are pleased to present the 2009 Gala Spectacular. With a wide range of musical genres, from sacred songs to show-tunes, dances to band music, you'll be tapping your toes as you watch our local performers share their talent. Some music you'll know, some may be a little less familiar, but all will be wonderfully entertaining.

Time:
17 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=GALA
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $15 to $25

Black Label

Music

Come and see one of Cairns best and long lasting rock bands.

Time:
17 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganscairns
Ticket Price:
Free

Paddywhack's Crazy Karaoke Nights

Music

Every saturday we go all crazy here at Paddywhacks, when we have our famous Karoake NIght on. Everybody who enjoy's a good night out and love to sing their favourite songs is at the right place!!! Join us at this evening and be famous for 5 minutes.

Time:
17 Oct 2009 9:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Paddywhacks
Phone:
07 4051 1123
Website:
http://www.paddywhacks.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
17 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

The Merchant of Venice

Theatre

Love, bigotry, greed, and justice are entwined in this clear, fast-moving production.

Performed inside Tank 3 with all new sound and lighting systems and seating to provide a truly magnificent theatrical experience.

Revitalised, original, and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the new millennium.

Although Bassanio owes his friend Antonio a great deal of money, he must borrow more to make a good impression when he courts his true love, Portia. However, Antonio is short of cash and must borrow from the lender, Shylock. More problems arise when Antonio's ships are wrecked, leaving him penniless when Shylock's loan is due. Bassanio must now find a way to save his friend's life, but help is on the way -from an unexpected source!

Time:
17 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=MERC
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $12 to $25

18 October 2009

Tastes of the Tableland

Markets

The Tastes of the Tableland Festival is a day of family fun showcasing world renowned delicacies grown and produced in the Tropical North Queensland highland region.

Tap your toe to the sounds of local talent while you sample fine wines, premium coffees, cheeses, and chocolates then grab a table under the marquee and enjoy lunch from one of the exclusive festival menus prepared by local eateries and clubs.

While you're not eating watch young local chefs using fresh produce from around the region show you how to cook up an impressive treat on the good old Aussie barbecue then browse or purchase works from the local artists' exhibition. All this plus free face painting, a fashion parade and prizes galore - the Tastes of the Tablelands is an event not to miss.

Time:
18 Oct 2009 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
86 Herberton Road Atherton QLD 4883
Phone:
Ph: (0)7 4091-7499
Website:
http://www.totaltravel.com.au/travel/qld/tropicalqld/atherton/events/exhibitions/atdw-9127436-7a0452/details/
Bookings:
http://www.totaltravel.com.au/travel/qld/tropicalqld/atherton/events/exhibitions/atdw-9127436-7a0452/contact
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Choral Society 2009 Gala Spectacular

Music

With a host of local talent on-stage for this year's Cairns Choral Society Gala, including the Choral Society, Cairns Brass, the Cairns String and Concert Orchestras, Cairns Young Voices, the Julia Macalpine Dancers, Cairns RSL Pipes and Drums and some of Cairns' finest soloists, this year's gala will showcase the best of the north.

The Cairns Choral Society began in 1923, and is one of Queensland's oldest choral groups with a current membership of 150. Their aim is to promote and encourage the development of musical talent in the far north, and they are considered one of the north's leading choirs.

It is from this background of high standards and musicianship that Cairns Civic Theatre and the Cairns Choral Society are pleased to present the 2009 Gala Spectacular. With a wide range of musical genres, from sacred songs to show-tunes, dances to band music, you'll be tapping your toes as you watch our local performers share their talent. Some music you'll know, some may be a little less familiar, but all will be wonderfully entertaining.

Time:
18 Oct 2009 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=GALA
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $15 to $25

Sol Sundays - Sunday Session

Music

AJ Hackett Sol Sundays the best Sunday Session in Cairns! Come and soak up the great atmosphere in the Rainforest surrounds. Come out for a great day with cool drinks, good friends and great tunes!

- BUNGY JUMPS & MINJIN SWINGS - LOCALS SPECIALS AVAILABLE!
- FUNKY LIVE LOCAL MUSIC
- LICENCED GRAVITY BAR
- KIDS JUMPING CASTLE
- BBQ LUNCH
- GREAT ATMOSPHERE
- AMAZING LOCATION ONLY 15 MINUTES FROM THE CITY
- FREE PICK UP’S FROM THE BEACHES!!

Please phone 40577 188 for more information! See you on Sunday!

Time:
18 Oct 2009 12:01 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
AJ Hackett Cairns
Phone:
07 4057 7188
Website:
http://www.ajhackett.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Sunday Sesh @ Coolums on the beach!

Music

Acoustic Sundays are here!...
Popular 'Salt House' musician; Sarah Booker is just one of the original artists featuring at
'Coolums on the Beach' in the coming weeks...!
Come down and enjoy great food and wine, and be a part of the atmosphere that makes our Northern Beaches so spectacular!
Be entertained by the raw acoustic sounds of Sarah Booker, and hear some of your favourite songs both old and new, brought to life with a fresh attitude...!
Not to be missed!...

Featuring: Sarah Booker (Acoustic/Originals/Covers Solo)

Time:
18 Oct 2009 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Coolums on the Beach
Phone:
07 4055 9200
Website:
http://www.coolums.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Sunday Sesh

Music

Stop hangin off your mamas apron - head into the Rhino from 7pm - balcony dinner party with a couple hundred people!! Monsters Bangers and Mash ONLY $10! DJ L'Roy and MC Hot Toddy rockin till 3am!!

Time:
18 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM
Venue:
Rhinobar, Level One, Corner Lake and Spence St.
Phone:
07 4031 5305
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10

Sunday afternoon session

Music

Enjoy music from Barbary Coasters on the deck at Yorkeys Boat Club

Time:
18 Oct 2009 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yorkeys Knob Boating Club
Phone:
07 4055 7711
Website:
http://www.ykbc.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Shenannigans Indie Band Showcase

Music

Shenannigans has answered the call for local original bands to have a place to showcase their wares. Every Sunday, Shags Stadium will host up to four bands, giving local musicians a chance to build their following and patrons a chance to drink from the local talent pool. Come along from 2pm, grab a drink and be the first to see tomorrow's rock stars!

Time:
18 Oct 2009 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shenannigans
Website:
http://www.myspace.com/shenanniganscairns
Ticket Price:
Free

Sunburn Sundaze Beach Party @ P.J'S

Music

Beach Party @ P.J.O'BRIENS
Best Bikini Comp
Sponsored by Be Waxed & Happy Travels over $500 in prizes, spray tans, waxes, Frazer Is, Whitsunday sailing trip plus loads more goodies.

Time:
18 Oct 2009 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Shields St, City Place.
Phone:
07 4031 5333
Website:
http://pjobriens.com.au/pj_main.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Classic

Sport

The Cairns Classic is a Professional Golfers Association Tour of Australasia Order of Merit event.

See some of the stars of Australian golf take on the challenging Paradise Palms layout, as they compete for AUD110,000 in prizemoney.

Previous winners of this event include current United States Professional Golfers Association Tour player Marc Leishman, four-time winner on the Australasian Tour Kim Felton, and up and coming Queenslander Paul Donahoo.

The field of 130 players plays one round each for the first two days, and a half way cut restricts the field to the top 50 players (plus ties) for the final two rounds.

Time:
18 Oct 2009 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Venue:
Paradise Palms Resort and Country Club
Phone:
Phone: 07 4059 9903
Website:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/destinations/tropical-north-queensland/events/cairns-classic/index.cfm
Bookings:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $5

19 October 2009

Monday Steak Night & Vroom Vroom!

Community

Come in on a Monday night to the Cape York Hotel and kick back with out steak night. $12 gets you a 300g Sirloin & a Schooner of your choice* and the best show on earth ....Top Gear.
We will even do the dishes and clean up!

Time:
19 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
7 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $12

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
19 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yarrabah Hospital
Phone:
07 4056 9139
Ticket Price:
Free

Social Pub Poker

Community

Texas holdem poker in a friendly environment

Time:
19 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Atherton Hotel
Phone:
0740 917 611
Website:
http://www.athertonhotel.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Tastes of the Tableland

Markets

The Tastes of the Tableland Festival is a day of family fun showcasing world renowned delicacies grown and produced in the Tropical North Queensland highland region.

Tap your toe to the sounds of local talent while you sample fine wines, premium coffees, cheeses, and chocolates then grab a table under the marquee and enjoy lunch from one of the exclusive festival menus prepared by local eateries and clubs.

While you're not eating watch young local chefs using fresh produce from around the region show you how to cook up an impressive treat on the good old Aussie barbecue then browse or purchase works from the local artists' exhibition. All this plus free face painting, a fashion parade and prizes galore - the Tastes of the Tablelands is an event not to miss.

Time:
19 Oct 2009 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
86 Herberton Road Atherton QLD 4883
Phone:
Ph: (0)7 4091-7499
Website:
http://www.totaltravel.com.au/travel/qld/tropicalqld/atherton/events/exhibitions/atdw-9127436-7a0452/details/
Bookings:
http://www.totaltravel.com.au/travel/qld/tropicalqld/atherton/events/exhibitions/atdw-9127436-7a0452/contact
Ticket Price:
Free

Power on Mondays

Music

So you think you have the Power? 7pm start with a balcony dinner party with a couple hundred people. MC L'Roy and DJ Nicko partying the night away until 3am..
Over $600 in prizes to give away!

Time:
19 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM
Venue:
Rhinobar, Level One, Corner Lake and Spence St.
Phone:
07 4031 5305
Ticket Price:
Free

20 October 2009

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
20 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Babinda Hospital
Phone:
4067 8200
Ticket Price:
Free

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
20 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Mossman Community Centre
Phone:
4098 2005
Ticket Price:
Free

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
20 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Venue:
Gurriny Yealamucka Health Service
Phone:
4056 9388
Ticket Price:
Free

Lets Get "Schnit-Faced"

Food & Wine

Well its Crap Tuesday....why not come to the Cape and get Schnit-Faced?

$10 Schnitzel or $12.50 Parmi with your choice of schooner.*

Why bother to cook or go to swanky restaurant so they can fleece your wallet? Come to the Cap[e York Hotel and we will even clean up!

Time:
20 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel Cnr Spence & Bunda St, Cairs
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $10, $12.50

5 Finger Tuesdays @ PJ'S Pole Idol

Music

$10 will get you 5 times the fun @ 5 finger Tuesdays. Our Pole Idol Dancers will keep you entertained through out the night. Also win loads of prizes and lots of laughs with our amateur Pole dancing comp for guys and girls.

Time:
20 Oct 2009 11:59 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
PJ O'Briens
Phone:
07 4031 5333
Website:
http://www.pjobriens.com.au/pj_main.htm
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
20 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

21 October 2009

Big Talk One Fire

Arts & Culture

UMI's annual Big Talk One Fire cultural summit will be held over two days in October, and its purposes are to provide a platform for sharing traditional cultural knowledge and language, to identify and share ways of creating pathways for success for young people and emerging artists, to promote and share the work and programs delivered by UMI Arts.

UMI Arts Limited is the peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait arts and culture in far North Queensland. As a proud Indigenous organisation, UMI Arts is committed to strengthening Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in far North Queensland and leading a strong cultural economy.

Time:
21 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
Phone:
Phone: 07 4041 6152
Website:
http://www.umiarts.com.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/events/festivals/big-talk-one-fire/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Ticket $150

St. Mary's Catholic College Presentation Evening 2009

Community

The purpose of the Presentation Evening is to recognise the gifts and achievements of students of the college community & to showcase some of the cultural work of our students on stage.

Time:
21 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=STMA
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $6.50 to $11

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
21 Oct 2009 9:45 AM to 3:15 PM
Venue:
Julatten Community Centre
Phone:
4094 2037
Ticket Price:
Free

Community Meeting - Future of Sport & Recreation

Community

Into life on the tablelands? Are you into sport, walking, cycling, swimming, picnics, bushwalking, riding, playing or dancing? Tablelands is preparing a new Sport and Recreation plan and we know you have plenty to say about what should happen over the next five years. Strategic Leisure is working on the Plan for Council and information from the community is critical. Speak up! The Strategy needs to be informed by your needs and ideas!

If you would like to register to attend one of the meetings please email or phone Strategic Leisure group:
Email: trcsportrec@strategicleisure.com.au
Phone: 4055 6250 or 1300 734 626 (local call cost)
SMS: 0407170233

Time:
21 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Mount Molloy Memorial Hall, Main St, Mount Molloy
Phone:
40556250
Website:
http://www.trc.qld.gov.au
Bookings:
See information provided.

Smooth sounds

Music

Cazalys is home of Australian Football in Cairns, with world-class sporting facilities that have hosted national AFL games as well as International Cricket Matches. The social club is the home of the best value meals and entertainment in Cairns, offering outstanding service to members and guests.

Start your day off at the 'Cafe Caz' coffee shop with hot espresso and something from the selection of fresh cakes and pastries. Lunch & dinner specials are held regularly through the week, which makes for delicious meals in comfortable air-conditioned surroundings, with friendly service and a warm welcome.

Cazalys Cairns proudly supports and offers FREE live local entertainment on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Large special events are also hosted in the Allen Aylett Room, with rock & roll legends, tribute shows, charity events and current household names being a regular fixture.

The Sportsmans Bar opens out onto the back deck, overlooking the AFL grounds and Stadium. The grounds are home of the Mununda Hawks, and seasonal matches can be caught on Saturdays. You can put a bet down in the awarded “Best TAB 2009”, or for other entertainment, Cazalys offers Poker on Tuesday and 9 sessions of Bingo every week.

Conveniently located on Mulgrave Road; the main highway into Cairns City and only five minutes drive from the Cairns Esplanade.

Featuring: Out of the Blue (Jazz/Swing/Covers Duo)

Time:
21 Oct 2009 11:59 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cazalys Cairns
Phone:
(07) 4054 1464
Website:
http://www.cazalys.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Live and Original

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Steve Williams (Acoustic/Covers/Originals Solo) Original songs @ Salthouse

Time:
21 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
21 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

Dirty Dicks Theatre Restaurant

Theatre

They say life begins at 40!! Well for Dirty Dick's Theatre Restaurant this year's national tour will be the world famous show's shows 40th year entertaining Ozzie revelers Australia wide and it is certainly going to be a party not to miss. In typical fashion Dirty Dick's will be celebrating this land-mark achievement in style with their outrageous all new stage show ‘King Arthur & his (K)nights at the Round Table'.

"Up the Noble King Arthur!" will be the ‘catch-cry' of revelers as the reigning monarch selects his gallant knights of the round table in order to ensure justice and peace throughout the realm. Mayhem and madness unfolds as the reigning monarch presides over a hysterical night of entertainment, fun and feasting.

Audiences will join King Arthur, Head Wench Polly and Dirty Dick's Merry Minstrels in an unforgettable night of revelry with sensational new songs, side-splitting comedy, madcap games and audience involvement.

Whether you laugh-a-long, sing-a-long, clap-a-long or just sit back and enjoy a fantastic, fully themed night of Medieval merriment complete with stage show, a feast, costumed lads and wenches - Dirty Dick's 40th is going to be a load of fun from start to finish!!!

Dirty Dick's is more than just a night out! It a hilarious romp back through time with a host of historical (or should that be hysterical!) stage characters recounting some of history's more notable events!!! From the moment guests arrive the fun starts with our wondrous wenches, lively lads and merry minstrels setting the theme for audiences to get immersed in the spirit of the evening.

Time:
21 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Venue:
Brothers Cairns
Website:
http://www.brotherscairns.com.au/dirty-dicks-theatre-restaurant/
Bookings:
http://sa2.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/EventSearch?presenter=AUBLCC&event=DDICKSGA
Ticket Price:
$47.50

22 October 2009

Big Talk One Fire

Arts & Culture

UMI's annual Big Talk One Fire cultural summit will be held over two days in October, and its purposes are to provide a platform for sharing traditional cultural knowledge and language, to identify and share ways of creating pathways for success for young people and emerging artists, to promote and share the work and programs delivered by UMI Arts.

UMI Arts Limited is the peak body for Aboriginal and Torres Strait arts and culture in far North Queensland. As a proud Indigenous organisation, UMI Arts is committed to strengthening Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in far North Queensland and leading a strong cultural economy.

Time:
22 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
Phone:
Phone: 07 4041 6152
Website:
http://www.umiarts.com.au/
Bookings:
http://www.queenslandholidays.com.au/events/festivals/big-talk-one-fire/contact.cfm
Ticket Price:
Ticket $150

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
22 Oct 2009 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM
Venue:
Atherton Community Health Centre
Phone:
4091 0263
Ticket Price:
Free

Community Meeting - Future of Sport & Recreation

Community

Into life on the tablelands? Are you into sport, walking, cycling, swimming, picnics, bushwalking, riding, playing or dancing? Tablelands is preparing a new Sport and Recreation plan and we know you have plenty to say about what should happen over the next five years. Strategic Leisure is working on the Plan for Council and information from the community is critical. Speak up! The Strategy needs to be informed by your needs and ideas!

If you would like to register to attend one of the meetings please email or phone Strategic Leisure group:
Email: trcsportrec@strategicleisure.com.au
Phone: 4055 6250 or 1300 734 626 (local call cost)
SMS: 0407170233

Time:
22 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Mareeba RSL, Byrnes St
Phone:
4055 6250
Website:
http://www.trc.qld.gov.au
Bookings:
See information provided.

Cairns Tropic Jazz Club

Music

Top Jazz Musicians and Vocalists rostered every Thursday night featuring every type of jazz from contemporary, trad, dixie, swing, Latin, Bee-Bop through to all time favourite ballads and big band numbers. Excellent dance floor or just relax and listen to quality Jazz. Good meals and drinks at club prices available from 6.30pm.

Time:
22 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Tigers Den
Phone:
4055 0331
Website:
http://tropicjazz.net.au
Bookings:
4053 4019
Ticket Price:
$5

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
22 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

23 October 2009

Mein Doppelganger

Arts & Culture

The word “Doppelgänger” is a German loanword deriving from doppel (double) and ganger (goer). It translates as the ghostly double of a living person; a sinister form of bilocation. In the vernacular, “doppelgänger” has come to refer to any double or look-a-like of a person; or the sensation of having glimpsed oneself in peripheral vision, in a position where there is no chance that it could have been a reflection. Doppelgängers are generally regarded as harbingers of bad luck. In some traditions, a doppelgänger seen by a person’s friends or relatives portends illness or danger, while seeing one’s own doppelganger is an omen of death.

For this exhibition, Alexander Maciver has brought together work from international filmmakers and artists in a collaborative study of abnormalities in the perception and expression of reality. Inspired by the works and readings of Carl Gustav Jung, these emerging artists explore the commonplace madnesses of the creative mind in a quest for insight into the dichotomous nature of mental health and illness.

Time:
23 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/event.asp?eid=224
Ticket Price:
Free

Miss Hawaiian Tropic Heat 4

Community

Heat 4 of the Miss Hawaiian Tropic International Bikini Competition.

Time:
23 Oct 2009 11:59 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Mad Cow Tavern Cairns
Phone:
7 4051 8846
Website:
http://myspace.com/madcowcairns
Ticket Price:
Free

Rydges Sabaya Live Music

Music

Easy listening folk/blues/roots music in the Lotus Lounge. Fab bbq around the pool!
Featuring: Acoustic Sundays

Time:
23 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Rydges Sabaya Resort Port Douglas
Phone:
7 4099 8900
Website:
http://www.rydges.com/hotel/0/RQPDUG/Rydges-Sabaya-Resort-Port-Douglas.htm
Ticket Price:
Free

Funky Dance

Music

Paving a new direction in the restaurant and bar experience, Salt House at Marina Point in Cairns opened its doors last weekend.
With breathtaking waterfront views across the marina, a plethora of modern Aussie cuisine delicacies and a stunning selection of wines, both by the bottle and from the glass, the stylish Salt House venue launched to a massive gala event on Friday evening and an even bigger weekend of ongoing celebration.

Featuring: Funky Love Tank (Funk/Progressive/Soul Band)

Time:
23 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Salt House
Phone:
(0)7 4041 7733
Website:
http://www.salthouse.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

28th Yungaburra Folk Festival

Music

A wide range of musical concerts fills this weekend. Featuring flamenco music & dance; indigenous culture, folk, blues & world music from Australia’s finest independent artists; plus youth & children’s events.

Full details on the Festival & Camping/Accommodation facilities available from www.yungaburrafolkfestival.org

ticketLiNK are selling Adult & Family Weekend passes and Adult Saturday evening passes only. Single & Family Weekend Camp passes also available. Camp site is at the Memorial Park, adjacent to the Yungaburra Tennis Club Grounds, where there are portable hot showers and toilet facilities.

Time:
23 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yungaburra Township
Phone:
04 4801 7877
Website:
http://www.yungaburrafolkfestival.org/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS2ND&organ_val=22314&event_val=YUNG
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10 to $89.50

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
23 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

24 October 2009

Mein Doppelganger

Arts & Culture

The word “Doppelgänger” is a German loanword deriving from doppel (double) and ganger (goer). It translates as the ghostly double of a living person; a sinister form of bilocation. In the vernacular, “doppelgänger” has come to refer to any double or look-a-like of a person; or the sensation of having glimpsed oneself in peripheral vision, in a position where there is no chance that it could have been a reflection. Doppelgängers are generally regarded as harbingers of bad luck. In some traditions, a doppelgänger seen by a person’s friends or relatives portends illness or danger, while seeing one’s own doppelganger is an omen of death.

For this exhibition, Alexander Maciver has brought together work from international filmmakers and artists in a collaborative study of abnormalities in the perception and expression of reality. Inspired by the works and readings of Carl Gustav Jung, these emerging artists explore the commonplace madnesses of the creative mind in a quest for insight into the dichotomous nature of mental health and illness.

Time:
24 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/event.asp?eid=224
Ticket Price:
Free

Free Workshop for Sports & Recreation Groups

Community

If you are a community group or club providing sport or recreation in your community then come along to this free workshop to talk directly with consultants preparing the Cairns Parks and Recreation Strategy. There will be a Volunteers and Survival Workshop, as well as an interactive Sports Summit session, which gives you the chance to discuss priorities and actions your club would like to see in the P&R Strategy. Call 40556250 to book a place - limited places!

Speak up! The Strategy needs to be informed by your needs and ideas!

If you would like to register to attend one of the meetings please email or phone Strategic Leisure group:
Email: trcsportrec@strategicleisure.com.au
Phone: 4055 6250 or 1300 734 626 (local call cost)
SMS: 0407170233

Time:
24 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Venue:
Barlow Park, Cnr Scott and Severin St, Parramatta Park, 4870
Phone:
40556250
Website:
http://www.trc.qld.gov.au
Bookings:
Limited places - call 4055 6250

Yungaburra Markets

Markets

Fourth Saturday of each Month (except Christmas); Huge monthly market featuring fresh local produce,arts & crafts, clothing, jewellery, plants, bric a brac and heaps of funky stuff

Time:
24 Oct 2009 7:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0740952111
Website:
http://yungaburramarkets.com
Bookings:
0740952111
Ticket Price:
free

The Doyle Family Fun Show

Music

The very popular Doyle Family Fun Show appears every Saturday night at the spectacular new north side venue Restaurant 59 situated at the magnificent Paradise Palms Country Club at Clifton Beach. The Show features Terry Doyle and his original aussie animal kid\'s songs along with the brilliant face painting singer Rachel Bradley ..... the evening is very popular and bookings are recommended by phoning the venue on 40599999.

Featuring: Doyle Entertainment (Originals/Roots/Family Entertainment Group)

Time:
24 Oct 2009 5:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Paradise Palms - Restaurant Fifty-Nine
Phone:
07 4059 9999
Website:
http://www.paradisepalms.com.au/pages/Restaurant.html
Ticket Price:
Free

28th Yungaburra Folk Festival

Music

A wide range of musical concerts fills this weekend. Featuring flamenco music & dance; indigenous culture, folk, blues & world music from Australia’s finest independent artists; plus youth & children’s events.

Full details on the Festival & Camping/Accommodation facilities available from www.yungaburrafolkfestival.org

ticketLiNK are selling Adult & Family Weekend passes and Adult Saturday evening passes only. Single & Family Weekend Camp passes also available. Camp site is at the Memorial Park, adjacent to the Yungaburra Tennis Club Grounds, where there are portable hot showers and toilet facilities.

Time:
24 Oct 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yungaburra Township
Phone:
04 4801 7877
Website:
http://www.yungaburrafolkfestival.org/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS2ND&organ_val=22314&event_val=YUNG
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10 to $89.50

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
24 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

NQQHA Judges Clinic & 'A' Class Western show.

Sport

The North Queensland Quarter Horse Assoc will be holding a HSAA judges clinic in conjuntion with an 'A' class western show on the 24th and 25th October 2009. All are welcome to attend.The judges clinic is not just for those who would like to become judges but also for those who would like to learn more about western Performance and what the judge is looking for in the show ring. Enquiries can be made through the secretary Ph:0458670147 or e-mail:admin@nqqha.com

Time:
24 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 25 Oct 2009 8:00 AM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0458670147
Website:
http://nqqha.com/
Bookings:
admin@nqqha.com
Ticket Price:
Free entry for spectators

The Needle & The Damage Done

Theatre

"Its embarrassing, horrifying and hilarious" Craig Platt, The Age Online 2007

The Needle And The Damage Done is a joyous romp through a top ten of the worst music ever released in the history of the world, from someone who's been collecting bad vinyl since she was old enough to shoplift a Rolf Harris record. Since selling out at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, stand-up comic and DJ Fiona Scott-Norman has performed Needle at The Sydney Opera House, won a Green Room Award, and appeared on ABC's tv's The Collectors.

Part slide-show, part show and tell, part cabaret, part stand-up, and directed by Comedy Inc's Paul McCarthy, The Needle And The Damage Done takes audiences on an hysterical journey through the appalling musical excesses of William Shatner, VFL footballers, christians, Bernard King, white supremacists, Torville and Dean, racists, and John Laws. Two parts nostalgia, two parts cultural satire, ten parts shock and awe.

Time:
24 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=NEED
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $20 to $29

25 October 2009

Pink Ribbon High Tea

Community

The Pink Ribbon High Tea is back for 2009 bigger and better than ever!

Celebrate all things feminine with an afternoon of jazz, exquisite fashions, inspiring guest speakers and an outstanding 'high tea' featuring a tower of strawberries, dipping chocolate, handmade truffles, cute cupcakes to indulge your senses.

This years focus is on health & beauty, fitness and wellbeing. There will be a range of interactive demos throughout the afternoon with handy hints and tips to pamper and refresh your focus on life.

Witness a fashion performance with a difference, listen to inspiring guest speakers or simply chill out and enjoy the jazz.

An exciting charity auction will conclude the event with many fantastic prizes from local sponsors to raise money and support the Cancer Council Queensland.

Tickets Include:-
Glass of Champagne on arrival
Evergreen Jazz trio
Outstandingly delicious High Tea
Beauty & wellness demonstrations
Fashion performance
Inspiring guest speakers
Exciting Charity Auction
FREE! Goody Bags

Your support provides hope for a cancer free future

Tickets can be purchased from:-

Breastscreen, 193 Lake St
Cancer Council, Aumuller St
The Wax Room Southside
Awakening Therapies, Edge Hill

Time:
25 Oct 2009 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Venue:
Shangri-La
Phone:
0438174947
Website:
http://www.pinkribbonhightea.com
Ticket Price:
65

Ravenshoe Markets

Markets

Ravenshoe Markets

Time:
25 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Venue:
Railway Yards - Grigg St
Phone:
Ph: (07) 4097 6005
Website:
http://www.ravenshoevisitorcentre.com.au/events.php
Ticket Price:
Free

Tanks Sunday Markets

Markets

Sunday markets at Tanks is a blend of local quality art, craft, produce, qulity vintage clothing, collectables and local natural health products & treatments. Enjoy local entertainment and indulge in brunch with plenty of food and drink to choose from.

Time:
25 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Ticket Price:
Free

Vickarious Four Piece

Music

AJ HACKETT SUNDAY SESSIONS SOL SUNDAYS!

Come to AJ Hackett this Sunday afternoon for an afternoon of adrenaline filled fun or just a relaxing drink in the beautiful rainforest surrounds with family and friends.

-Funky Live Local Music every week!
-A different band each week!
-FREE transfers from Northern Beaches (call to arrange in advance).
-Licenced Gravity Bar with great drink prices!
-Locals Bungy & Minjin Swing rates.
-Ask about our Locals Groundrush club where you can jump for FREE for a whole year!
-FREE Kids Jumping Castle & colouring in.
-BBQ Lunch
-Free Functions & Parties
-Great atmosphere and a fantastic way to spend your Sunday afternoon.

Fun for all ages, come and check it out. AJ HACKETT THE BEST SUNDAY SESSIONS IN CAIRNS!

Time:
25 Oct 2009 12:01 PM to 6:00 PM
Venue:
AJ Hackett Cairns
Phone:
+61 (0)7 4057 7188
Website:
http://www.entertainmentcairns.com/vikarious-four-piece10-event.html
Bookings:
http://www.ajhackett.com.au/booking.php
Ticket Price:
Free

Super Sunday Session

Music

Bogeys On Palm is in the Northern beaches suburb of Hollways Beach.
We create an informal atmoshere with great casual dining.
Featuring live music on Thursday 6-9pm and Sunday 5-8pm.
The bar is open from 5pm Monday - Thursday, 4pm Friday and Saturday, 2pm Sunday.
The restaurant can seat up to 40 inside and is capable of seating 100 plus in a casual out door garden setting. We also make the best take away Pizzas outside of Italy
Listen to live music whilst you play in the Pool comp and Toss the Boss!

Featuring: Steve Williams (Acoustic/Covers/Originals Solo)

Time:
25 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Bogeys on Palm Restaurant & Bar
Phone:
07 4055 9011
Ticket Price:
Free

28th Yungaburra Folk Festival

Music

A wide range of musical concerts fills this weekend. Featuring flamenco music & dance; indigenous culture, folk, blues & world music from Australia’s finest independent artists; plus youth & children’s events.

Full details on the Festival & Camping/Accommodation facilities available from www.yungaburrafolkfestival.org

ticketLiNK are selling Adult & Family Weekend passes and Adult Saturday evening passes only. Single & Family Weekend Camp passes also available. Camp site is at the Memorial Park, adjacent to the Yungaburra Tennis Club Grounds, where there are portable hot showers and toilet facilities.

Time:
25 Oct 2009 8:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yungaburra Township
Phone:
04 4801 7877
Website:
http://www.yungaburrafolkfestival.org/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS2ND&organ_val=22314&event_val=YUNG
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $10 to $89.50

OnaMission Multisport Race

Sport

The most scenic Multisport event ever!

Paddle to Dunk
Run Mt Kootaloo and Coconut Beach
Paddle to Mission Beach
Rainforest Ride through Tam O’Shanter National Park
Run Lugger Bay, Tam O’Shanter Point and Hull River
All competitors will receive a T shirt, finishers medal, all you can eat yummy food and drinks and entry into the Random Draws. You must be there to collect your prize.
We will have a coffee stall open all day selling coffee, tea and yummy treats. Spectators can also buy food, and families can enjoy the activities provided for them on the beach including a sand castle competition and a treasure hunt for the kids.
The Mission Beach Monster markets are on that day, so you might be able to sneak off…..

Time:
25 Oct 2009 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Venue:
Mission Beach, North Queensland
Phone:
Phone: 40688443 or 0418685020
Website:
http://adventuresportnq.info/wordpress-mu/event/onamission-multisport-race/
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $70 to $80

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
25 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

26 October 2009

Monday Steak Night & Vroom Vroom!

Community

Come in on a Monday night to the Cape York Hotel and kick back with out steak night. $12 gets you a 300g Sirloin & a Schooner of your choice* and the best show on earth ....Top Gear.
We will even do the dishes and clean up!

Time:
26 Oct 2009 6:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel
Phone:
7 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $12

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
26 Oct 2009 9:30 AM to 4:15 PM
Venue:
Cardwell Care Incorp, Rockingham
Phone:
4066 8518
Ticket Price:
Free

Yungburra Markets

Markets

The Yungaburra Market is the biggest and oldest market on the Atherton Tablelands.

On one day each month, local producers gather on the commons in the middle of the historic village of Yungaburra to sell fresh produce, flowers, home made crafts, local wines, wooden furniture, clothing and just about anything else you can think of.

Time:
26 Oct 2009 7:30 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Yungaburra Markets
Phone:
(07) 4095 2111
Website:
http://yungaburramarkets.com/
Ticket Price:
Free

Night of Innovation 2009

Music

Trinity Bay's annual showstopper, Night of Innovation, is a fantastic evening combining music, dance and drama in a celebration of sound and movement. The night will showcase performances by CAD students, involved in the Centre of Artistic Development program and also exciting performances by the concert band and choir. Other featured acts from junior and senior music, dance and drama classes will be included. The Night of Innovation promises to be an entertaining show the whole family will enjoy!

Time:
26 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 9:45 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=NIGH
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $8 & $10

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
26 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

27 October 2009

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
27 Oct 2009 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM
Venue:
Millaa Millaa Health Centre
Phone:
4097 2223
Ticket Price:
Free

Lets Get "Schnit-Faced"

Food & Wine

Well its Crap Tuesday....why not come to the Cape and get Schnit-Faced?

$10 Schnitzel or $12.50 Parmi with your choice of schooner.*

Why bother to cook or go to swanky restaurant so they can fleece your wallet? Come to the Cap[e York Hotel and we will even clean up!

Time:
27 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cape York Hotel Cnr Spence & Bunda St, Cairs
Phone:
07 4051 2008
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $10, $12.50

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
27 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

28 October 2009

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
28 Oct 2009 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Venue:
Tully Hospital
Phone:
4068 4144
Ticket Price:
Free

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
28 Oct 2009 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Venue:
Malanda Health Centre
Phone:
4096 5339
Ticket Price:
Free

Community Meeting - Future of Sport & Recreation

Community

Into life on the tablelands? Are you into sport, walking, cycling, swimming, picnics, bushwalking, riding, playing or dancing? Tablelands is preparing a new Sport and Recreation plan and we know you have plenty to say about what should happen over the next five years. Strategic Leisure is working on the Plan for Council and information from the community is critical. Speak up! The Strategy needs to be informed by your needs and ideas!

If you would like to register to attend one of the meetings please email or phone Strategic Leisure group:
Email: trcsportrec@strategicleisure.com.au
Phone: 4055 6250 or 1300 734 626 (local call cost)
SMS: 0407170233

Time:
28 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Merriland Cafeteria, Robert St, Atherton
Phone:
40556250
Website:
http://www.trc.qld.gov.au
Bookings:
See information provided.

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
28 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

29 October 2009

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
29 Oct 2009 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Venue:
Edmonton Community Health Centre
Phone:
4045 9900
Ticket Price:
Free

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
29 Oct 2009 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Venue:
Malanda Health Centre
Phone:
4096 5339
Ticket Price:
Free

Community Meeting - Future of Sport & Recreation

Community

Into life on the tablelands? Are you into sport, walking, cycling, swimming, picnics, bushwalking, riding, playing or dancing? Tablelands is preparing a new Sport and Recreation plan and we know you have plenty to say about what should happen over the next five years. Strategic Leisure is working on the Plan for Council and information from the community is critical. Speak up! The Strategy needs to be informed by your needs and ideas!

If you would like to register to attend one of the meetings please email or phone Strategic Leisure group:
Email: trcsportrec@strategicleisure.com.au
Phone: 4055 6250 or 1300 734 626 (local call cost)
SMS: 0407170233

Time:
29 Oct 2009 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Venue:
Kuranda Recreation Centre, Fallon Rd
Phone:
4055 6250
Website:
http://www.trc.qld.gov.au
Bookings:
See information provided.

Cairns Tropic Jazz Club

Music

Top Jazz Musicians and Vocalists rostered every Thursday night featuring every type of jazz from contemporary, trad, dixie, swing, Latin, Bee-Bop through to all time favourite ballads and big band numbers. Excellent dance floor or just relax and listen to quality Jazz. Good meals and drinks at club prices available from 6.30pm.

Time:
29 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Tigers Den
Phone:
4055 0331
Website:
http://tropicjazz.net.au
Bookings:
4053 4019
Ticket Price:
$5

Cazalys

Music

Rock N Roll, 60's, 70's and more
Featuring: Juicy Fruits (Dance Music/Rock 'n' Roll/Covers Duo)

Time:
29 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cazalys Cairns
Phone:
(07) 4054 1464
Website:
http://www.cazalys.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Henry Knowles.... No1 Salsa DJ in the World!!!

Music

HENRY KNOWLES.... No1 Salsa DJ in the World!!! Graces the stage in Vertigo for ABSOLUT LATINO for a true salsa experience from one of the best. OCT 29
Salsa evangelism...
Spreading the hottest Salsa beat on a global scale.
USA, Canada, Caribbean, Europe Mediterranean, Mexico, Central and South America , Asia.

Dance shows and Absolut cocktails.

This is a free event.

Time:
29 Oct 2009 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Vertigo Bar & Lounge
Phone:
07 4030 8888
Website:
http://www.reefcasino.com.au/
Ticket Price:
Free

Crocodile Trophy

Sport

Australia's best-known international mountain bike race, the Crocodile Trophy has established a reputation as the longest, hottest and hardest off-road cycling event on the planet.

The race attracts a field of professionals and amateurs from all over the world, including legends of cycling, to test themselves against the demands that only the Outback of Tropical North Queensland can offer.

A race of contrasts, The Trophy takes riders from the beautiful World Heritage Listed rainforest of the Tropical Tableland, to the dusty, endless red dust of the Australian Outback within the space of one day's ride. Some come to win, most finish the race just happy to have survived. The glory is in grasping the ""saltie"" at the race finish in beautiful Cape Tribulation. The Crocodile Trophy is awarded to every rider brave enough to finish this ultimate survival test.

The Crocodile Trophy is a ten-day international off-road cycling stage race. In 2009 the event is scheduled to start in the city of Cairns (Cairns Esplanade). The ten stages will take the race across the Tropical Tableland and then via Outback Chillagoe to the Laura region of Cape York. The race stops in Cooktown, before finishing where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation. See the event website for details of where each stage starts and finishes.

Entry for spectators at the Crocodile Trophy is free-of-charge. There is no shortage of magnificent locations along the 1,300 kilometres of the race route, to catch a glimpse of the riders as they roll past, caked in dust and sweat. Riders interested in entering the Crocodile Trophy should go to the event website for details on how to register riders and teams.

Time:
29 Oct 2009 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Esplanade to Cape Tribulation
Phone:
Phone: 07 4037 0170
Website:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/
Bookings:
http://www.crocodile-trophy.com/trophy/register.html
Ticket Price:
Free

30 October 2009

Free Women's Health Clinic

Community

FREE Women’s Health Clinics available for women of all ages and cultures by a specialist Women’s Health Nurse.
Services include: Pap Smears, Breast Awareness, Sexual Health Screening. Information and referral for: Continence Issues, Period Problems, Contraception, Menopause, Domestic Violence & Lifestyle Issues.

Time:
30 Oct 2009 9:15 AM to 6:30 PM
Venue:
Herberton Hospital
Phone:
4096 2222
Ticket Price:
Free

Cairns Airport Girls Night In

Fundraising

Tickets are on sale for Cairns Airport Girls Night In 2009 !

Join in the fun on Friday 30 October as Cairns Airport’s International Check-in Hall is transformed into a sea of pink from 7.00pm to 10.00pm. This LADIES ONLY event will feature a fashion parade, entertainment, auction with refreshments available for this enjoyable night out with the girls.

This will be the third year that the event will be held at Cairns Airport raising over $36,000 in the past two years with all funds directed to Cancer Council Queensland. A sell out crowd of 500 ladies made the 2008 Cairns Airport Girls Night In event the largest in Queensland.

Tickets are $30 each and available from:

· Cairns Airport, Airport Operations Centre
· FNQ Ports Corporation, Cnr Hartley and Grafton Streets
· Cancer Council QLD, Aumuller Street, Bungalow
· Healthy Inspirations, Redlynch Shopping Centre

As part of the entertainment on the night an Auction will be held with some of the items up for auction being:

· 2 x Air New Zealand return airfares to Auckland
· Joe Blake & 2 Taipans Players for Birthday Party of Coaching Session
· Handcrafted Jewellery by CGEMS

The Monster Raffle will also be drawn on the night. Monster Raffle tickets are on sale at Cairns Airport Reception for $2 each or 3 for $5 and will also be available on the night. Some of the prizes for the Monster Raffle are:

· 2 x return airfares to Hong Kong with Cathay Pacific
· 12 months of hairdressing to the value of $1,000 from Jewel on Grafton
· 5 nights accommodation including bottle of wine and chocolates on arrival from Quest Mascot
· 2 x 120 minute Heavenly Therapy Treatment from Mii Spa, Sebel Cairns
· 2 x Two platinum tickets to a Skytrans Cairns Taipans game
· And lots more ……

Girls Night In is a great way for women to get together to help make a difference, while enjoying each others company.

For enquiries please call Cairns Airport Reception on 4080 6703.

Thank you for your support of this event.

Time:
30 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
07 4080 6703
Ticket Price:
$30.00

Jeff Lang

Music

This concert has an MA15+ rating and is restricted to persons 15 years and over

Tanks proudly presents the return of Jeff Lang with the launch of his spectral, guitar-centred and sonically transcendents new album – Chimeradour – touring nationally with extra special guest, sultry Canadian chanteuse , Jill Barber (with band) from Canada.

Lang has absorbed and transformed many rich influences for this impressive new album, including his recent collaborations with African musicians; the echoes of African desert blues reverberate in his rolling, hypnotic lap slide guitar work, whilst the driving guitar rock instrumental sections suggest the ragged glory of Neil Young and Crazy Horse. As always, the blues is present in Lang's music, tempered with expansive jazz modalities, intricate acoustic guitar picking and atmospherics. One of Australia's finest exports, an evening with Jeff Lang is always a memorable and sublime experience.

Time:
30 Oct 2009 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Tanks Arts Centre
Phone:
7 4032 6600
Website:
http://www.tanksartscentre.com/home/default.asp
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=JEFF
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $12 to $25

WINK 'SINGLED OUT' PARTY

Nightlife

Saucy opportunity for all saucy singles to spice up their life.

If you're single and aged between 20 to 45 years this is your chance to get together in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Forget the desperate and dateless scene! This is purely a great night out to meet new people and possibly meet that special someone.

For only $25 you'll receive a complimentary drink on arrival, canapes throughtout the night plus cool prizes and giveaways.

There's ice-breakers on hand, so no need to stand back and be shy. Not to mention Tammy and Jacqui playing cupids.

Get into Tuba Rose (Pier Mariner) and get your suacy tickets.

You don't want to miss this opportunity or you saucy someone...

Time:
30 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
BA8
Phone:
40412367
Website:
http://www.sauceevents.com
Bookings:
Tuba Rose (the Pier) or at the venue on the night
Ticket Price:
$25

Breath of Life

Theatre

By David Hare - Directed by John Hughes.

'Life being what it is, one dreams of revenge.' Gauguin's epithet serves as the motto for this moral tale of two women, both in their 60's, whose lives are interwoven in ways neither of them yet understands.

Time:
30 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Rondo Theatre
Phone:
Phone: 1300 855 835
Website:
http://www.ticketlink.com.au/events/details.asp?EventID=944
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=RON_
Ticket Price:
Ticket $$20

Robbins Stilson & Molloy

Theatre

After a sell-out Melbourne International Comedy Festival run Mick Molloy, Glenn Robbins and Jeff Stilson are taking their hilarious show on the road! After years of TV, film and radio appearances, the three comedians have gone back to their roots - standing behind a microphone in front of a roomful of punters. Three men, a microphone and 90 minutes of some of Australia's best comedy.

Logie nominated Glenn Robbins has been acting and writing in comedy for well over 20 years. When he takes the stage you'll see a new side of the man best known for his time on The Comedy Company, Fast Forward, The Panel, Kath and Kim and most recently Out of the Question on Channel 7. Hosting the evening, Robbins will introduce two very different stand-up acts.

The enigmatic Mick Molloy is one of Australia's most successful and well-known comedians, often wearing the writer, actor and producer hat as well. Having been part of Martin/Molloy, The Late Show, Crackerjack and most recently Channel 10's Before the Game Mick will engage the audience with his witty banter and topical dissection of news.

Joining the familiar Robbins and Molloy on stage is international sensation Jeff Stilson. Familiar to local audiences through his many appearances on The Panel, Stilson has been nominated for 14 Emmy Awards (winning two) for comedy writing and producing and his twenty year stand up career has included regular appearances on Letterman, Conan and Jay Leno. Stilson brings a dry US wit to the stage with his stories of family, life and living in Australia.

Time:
30 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=ROBB
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $34.90 & $39.90

31 October 2009

Ravenshoe Halloween Ball

Community

A chance to put on your best fancy dress outfit and party to live music from 7 pm to 1 am in historic Ravenswood! Refreshments are provided, and prizes are awarded for best costumes in various age groups. Proceeds go to the school. Contact: 4770 2152

Time:
31 Oct 2009 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Venue:
Ravenswood
Phone:
4770 2152

Tinaroo Barra Bash

Community

38 barramundi were weighed in for a total weight of 439 kg at Barra Bash 2007! Lake Tinaroo has a population of large barramundi stocked by the Tableland Fish Stocking Society Inc. A Stocked Impoundment Permit (annual $35 per family & weekly $7) is required to fish Lake Tinaroo. Mangrove Jack, Sooty Grunter, Archerfish, Sleepy Cod and Redclaw Crayfish are also caught in the lake. The competition is fished from Friday 5.30 pm to Sunday 11.30 am with presentations from 12 noon. Nomination forms are available from tackle stores on the Tablelands and in Cairns, Mossman & Innisfail. Contact: 0438 344 992.

Time:
31 Oct 2009 12:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Lake Tinaroo
Phone:
0438 344 992
Ticket Price:
Free

Whitelion Charity Bike Ride

Fundraising

A fun ride from Port Douglas to Cape Tribulation to help disadvantaged kids. Everyone welcome to poarticipate. Cyclists/ individuals/teams/relays.
Support crew and refreshments will be supplied. Lots of prizes to be won.
It's halloween so dress up if you dare.

Time:
31 Oct 2009 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0418792321 or 0740991130
Bookings:
Lesley Stephens - las56@bigpond.net.au
Ticket Price:
Individual $50 Teams $60 Kids $20

Saturday Night Live Music- Dirty Sanchez

Music

Welcome to the Bull Bar Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant. We are located in the heart of Cairns, Queensland. The Bull Bar is reknown for serviing deliciously succulent steaks, huge delicous oysters, juicy spare ribs and much more. Live music from local bands is played Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Good value and a great night out, The Bull Bar and Grill, where the locals meet!

Featuring: The boys from Dirty Sanchez rock the Bull Bar & Grill to it's foundations.

The Bull Bar & Grill - More than just flamin' great steaks..

Time:
31 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Cairns Bull Bar
Phone:
(07) 4051 6690
Website:
http://www.entertainmentcairns.com/saturday-night-live-music12-event.html
Bookings:
http://cairnsbullbar.com.au/cairns-steakhouse-bookings.html
Ticket Price:
Free

ABBA's Back Australia's International all ABBA Tribute Show

Music

ABBA's BACK is a live concert with 2 hours of ABBA greats played with energy and sparkle. Come and see the costumes and the moves while you sing along to all your ABBA favourites.

ABBA's BACK are an internationally performing band that deliver the music with beautiful voices and a high degree of commitment to the ABBA tradition.

Time:
31 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Venue:
Cairns Civic Theatre
Phone:
07 4050 7777
Website:
http://www.cairnscivictheatre.com.au/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=ABBA
Ticket Price:
Tickets: $30 & $39

Moonlight Serenade

Music

The Giants of Classical Music all together for one magical moonlit evening - Bach, Beethoven and Brahms, set against the backdrop of a full moon and the lush sounds of tropical rainforest surroundings.

These three iconic composers - pinnacles of the classics - will be featured in a programme of the very best of their Chamber Music that carries the listener to a bygone world where time passed more slowly and indulgence in the fine music was norm. Performances of their eras came to life in a colourful range of venues from sacred church cloisters to Duke's palaces, elegant society drawing rooms, and even Bohemian studios. The romance and grandeur of these masterpieces is eternal and to hear these three particular works in a single concert is a journey to cherish.

Works featured are

Bach Unaccompanied Cello Suite performed by master cellist

Markus Stocker

currently Senior Lecturer in Cello, Griffith University, Brisbane

Queensland Conservatorium

Beethoven Piano Trio in Bb, Opus 97 "Archduke"

and

Brahms Quintet for Piano and String Quartet in f minor, Opus 34

Performers Include

Malcolm Cole - viola

Caroline Lloyd Doolan - violin

Kirtley Leigh Paine - violin

and a return to Paradise Concerts for International piano star

Ambre Hammond

Time:
31 Oct 2009 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Venue:
Kewarra Beach Resort
Phone:
(07) 4038 1960
Website:
http://www.paradiseconcerts.com/
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS2ND&organ_val=22314&event_val=MOON
Ticket Price:
Ticket: $20, $35

Breath of Life

Theatre

By David Hare - Directed by John Hughes.

'Life being what it is, one dreams of revenge.' Gauguin's epithet serves as the motto for this moral tale of two women, both in their 60's, whose lives are interwoven in ways neither of them yet understands.

Time:
31 Oct 2009 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Venue:
Rondo Theatre
Phone:
Phone: 1300 855 835
Website:
http://www.ticketlink.com.au/events/details.asp?EventID=944
Bookings:
http://purchase.tickets.com/buy/TicketPurchase?agency=CAIRNS&organ_val=20694&event_val=RON_
Ticket Price:
Ticket $64

6 November 2009

Mission Beach Film Festival

Festivals

The 6th and 7th November, 2009 will mark the inaugural Mission Beach Film Festival. A unique Film Festival event in Australia.

With the overarching theme of “sustainability”, the Festival’s emphasis is to screen films that educate, entertain and inspire audiences. These films will help us to better understand the world in which we live and will connect audiences to experiences from around the world and speak to how communities and individuals connect with the
environment and with each other. The stories will move us to a greater understanding of the environment in all its glory and fragility, but importantly how humankind must better understand and protect our environment to ensure a
sustainable future for all.

Time:
6 Nov 2009 6:00 PM to 7 Sep 2009 11:00 PM
Venue:
Mission Beach
Phone:
07 4088 6811
Website:
http://www.missionbeachfilmfestival.com.au/index.html
Bookings:
info@missionbeachfilmfestival.com.au
Ticket Price:
$10-15

28 November 2009

Cairns Blues Festival Fundraiser

Arts & Culture

Cairns Blues festival is having our 3rd Road Show of the year at the Wangan Hall near Innisfail on the 28th November
Bar and Food open at 4pm and Live Music from 6pm until late. Camping and Breakfast next day avaiilable.
$10 entry includes membership. All funds raised go towards the running costs of the annual Cairns Blues Festival the 2nd one being held on the Labour Day weekend in May 2010 If you were at the Ist one you wont wanna miss the next one it will be a HUGE 2 DAYER.. so hold onto your hats and coats we are comin through with Blues. Come on down to Wangan and have a ball

Time:
28 Nov 2009 4:00 PM to 29 Oct 2009 9:00 AM
Venue:
 
Phone:
0417733111
Website:
http://cairnsbluesfestival
Ticket Price:
$10 includes membership

31 December 2009

See Out! The Naughty Noughties New Years Eve Party

Nightlife

See Out! The Naughty Noughties New Years Eve Party...

At the Blue Sky Brewery, 34-42 Lake Street, 8pm - 5am.

For this very special night, Out! will be taking over the main bar (yes... we take it round the front...)

We've also got an extended licence for the evening, so you can keep on partying until 5am!

Dress as your favourite Naughty Noughties celebrity (Note to all Britneys: don't forget your panties...)

Resident DJ G-Been and guest DJ Sonya will be playing all your fave anthems of the past 10 years, to keep you movin' and groovin'...

See in the new decade in style, with a special countdown at midnight to a spectacular 00's retrospective drag show, with a mega all-star cast!!!

All of this for only $10 entry... where else would you want to be?!?!

Time:
31 Dec 2009 8:00 PM to 1 Jan 2009 5:00 AM
Venue:
Blue Sky Brewery
Phone:
0740415451
Ticket Price:
$10