Pauline's Dancer's Gig Guide     

Ph 0410 291 173 | E: dancerpauline@me.com

Click here to go to Gig Guide page page

NEWSLETTER


Hi Everyone


This is the link to my website:      https://www.dancersgigguide.com.au

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Marburg dances:

There is a new group running Marburg dances. They will only have ONE dance a month on the 4th Friday of the month.

There will be NO more Saturday night dances at Marburg. Even the upcoming Marburg Show Ball 2025 has been changed to another date an the band that was booked (Fortunato and Walter) has been replaced with another band.

The group who will now be running the dances at Marburg are as follows:

Daphne Hartley 0418 406 250

Barry Franklin 0417 740 507

Paulien Clark 0408 754 092

Bruce Hodson 0400 121 909

Errol Wode 3201 4338

Gavin Anderson 0474 464 209.

All enquiries are now to be direct to the people above. Please do not rung Sue or Phdeliah.

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Rock the Boat 2025 is now SOLD OUT!!

They are releasing Rock the Boat 2025 - Vol II, which is a short 3-day cruise out of Sydney with a different lineup of artists from the 7-day Rock the Boat 2025.

Further details coming soon, but you can read about it under our Cruises tab at the top of the page.

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VENUE: Helltown Hotrods:

Due to popular demand, we're bringing back our rockin' Sunday sessions!

Join us on Sundays from 11am to 2 pm. Come on down, groove to the tunes, and grab a bite with the family.

Remember, we're pet-friendly too! Can't wait to see you all there again.

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ALL MUSIC CRUISES - CHECK THE CRUISES TAB AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE ON THIS WEBSITE.

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THIS WEEKEND on the Gold Coast/Northern NSW:

(for the full list, download the Monthly gig guide)

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THIS WEEKEND in Brisbane:

(for the full list, download the monthly gig guide)


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WHAT’S COMING UP:

I have added a new list of up and coming festivals under the Cruises tab at the top of the page.


VENUES:

I have removed those venues that don't pay me to advertise and have attached them on a separate sheet of paper. If any of these venues wish to be included on this page, please contact me to find out the fee to advertise. (see attached list, 8 pages long) Some of this information may be out of date as most of them don't advise me of any changes.


The Advancetown Hotel/Motel has had a change of ownership and a name change - it is now called The Beechmont Hotel.


ALL WELCOME..GOLD COAST COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB INC SOCIAL DAY.

Mermaid Beach Bowls Club, 9 Markeri Street, Mermaid Beach Qld 4218 (First Sunday of the Month). 

 NEXT SOCIAL, Christmas Social.. SUNDAY, 1st December 24  at 11.00 am. Door Entry $5.00 visitors 

The Gold Coast Country Music Club Band, is very professional. Steve Fisher,  Colin Cooper, Evelyn  Heke & John Turner.  Years of experience in playing, and backing artists, on the Gold Coast and statewide.    Selcted Members  have been chosen to perform practiced songs along with the band.

 Christmas Raffles, Money Board, Members Draw, Door prize.

Christmas Lunch is $20.00 subsidised by the Club for Members, Non Members $40.00, 3 course meal.

 MUST BOOK for Christmas Lunch prior to 22nd November.

 19th November, Practice at 11.00 am.... AGM will start at 2.00 pm followed by a social gathering with snacks. Practice at Mermaid Beach Bowls Club, and WALK UP ARTISTS, please send name of songs, and the key you sing the song in, and also the artists name, who sings it, to the below email  address. All walk ups, must perform Country Music Genre only    

Please bring four chord charts for the band.

You can perform two songs and a further one or two songs, time permitting.

Phone Band Manager: Steve Fisher, 0427 538 266.  

Steve also teachers Guitar and Banjo, and does Instrument repairs, at reasonable prices. 

(Special price to Members of Gold Coast CMC.)

Air-Conditioned room, with a good dance floor.  All dancers welcome  

Fabulous food at reasonable prices from the Bistro.

Friendly staff and good Bar service, Tea and coffee for $3.00 

Yearly Membership till 30th June, 25  

$8.00 Concession Card holders. And $10.00 for 16 yrs. to 65 years.  $1.00 entry up to 16 years

 By-Laws to be followed.( Non-profit organisation.)

Juniors are most welcome.  (Committee all hold Blue Cards) 

 Contact Eve, President Phone 0412 054 188 Email,  evep.gccountrymusic@outlook.com 

 FACE Book page..... https://www.facebook.com/GoldCoastCMClub

 Gold Coast Country Music Club Inc P.O. Box 5380, Q Super Centre, Mermaid Waters Qld 4218.

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The Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club (known as The Italian Club) -

18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters

Bar open from 5:30pm, come an enjoy a nice cold drink.

RESTAURANT IS CLOSED

We look forward to seeing you at the club soon.

Make sure you call us TO BOOK A TABLE on: 5575 1966!

There's entertainment for everyone here at the Italo Club!


NOW CATERING FOR YOUR DANCE CLASS STYLES,  Swing, Rock n Roll, Modern Jive/Ceroc, Line Dance, Latin dancing.

Beautiful HUGE wooden dance floor!


Bookings essential Ph 5575 1966 -  

Line dance classes: Gold Coast LIne Dancing: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday, Friday. (see flyer attached)

Mondays:           Gotta Swing Dance Classes. -  Level 1: 7-8pm, level 2: 8-9pm, $15 per class, $20 double dance      deal, Ph 0415 666 523

Tuesdays:          Swingtime Dance School - 50's Rock 'n' Roll Dance Classes, 7:00 beginners & 8pm Intermediate, $15 Cash.

Wednesdays:     Gold Coast Rockers  (Restaurant CLOSED, BYO food. Bar open. NO BYO drinks.

Thursday:          Karaoke night 7-10pm with Dezi K, Karaoke host.

Fridays:          OPEN sometimes:  Nov 8th:  Hint of Swing big band.

Saturdays:          CLOSED when functions not on. 1st Sat of month, Strutters Hop, Rock Swing Social.

               Every 3rd Sat: Gotta Swing dance social.

Sundays:          CLOSED


To download the Members Renewal Form click here


COMING EVENTS:     


Fri 20 Dec:     Hot Latin Nights, $5 entry, with DJ Rodrigo

CLOSED FROM 25TH TO 27TH DECEMBER. NOT OPEN NYE THIS YEAR.


Ph: (07) 5575 1966 or

0499 074 910

reception@italoaustralianclub.com

https://italoaustralianclub.com.au

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The Paradise Point Bowls Club                           


DECEMBER

Tuesday 3rd December: Christmas Morning Meleodies with Sharon Lee, $20pp incl 2-course lunch.

Friday nights, 7:30-10:30, Bar Stage

20th:     Charlie Bravo

27th:     Zookeepers


Saturday Night, Bar Stage, 6:00-10:00pm

21st:     Motown Soul Revue Christmas Show 7:00 till late

28th:     Beauty & The Beat


Sunday Afternoon, Bar Stage, 2:00-6:00pm

22nd:     Lisa  James & Harry Lynn

29th:     Merlin (solo)


N.Y.E.

31st:     Phil Guest, 5:00-8:00pm

31st:     Dave Ritter Band, 9:00pm-1:00am


JANUARY

Tuesday 7 January: Morning Meleodies with Sharon Lee,

Friday nights, 7:30-10:30, Bar Stage

3rd:      The Offbeats

10th:     Coverplay

17th:     Charlie Bravo

24th:     BombShell

31st:     Conspiracy


Saturday Night, Dining Room, 5:30 - 8:30pm

4th:     Andrea Geange

11th:     Sue Ashton

18th:     Peter Tuitama

25th:     Justin Banks


Sunday Afternoon, Bar Stage, 2:00-6:00pm

5th:     Elisa James & Harry Lynn

12th:     Stockade

19th:     James Brennan (duo)

26th:     Barnes Storm (Jimmy Barnes and Cold Chisel Experience) Australia Day, FREE SHOW.


COMING UP:

Friday  28 March 2025:

A Tribute to The Delltones.


We'd love to see you soon.

22 Thrush Ave, Paradise Point.   (see VENUES page)

Ph (07) 5577 1948

www.paradisepointbowls.com.au

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Robina Bowls Club have entertainment on Friday evenings from 6:30, Saturdays from5pm & kids entertainment with LOL crew from 6-7:30pm, and on Sundays, 1-5pm every week. They have removed the dance floor.

The Restaurant will be open until 2:30pm on Sundays

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Woongoolba Hall  - 2nd Saturday of the month during the year. (click here for What's On Calendar for 2024)

Rock & Roll / Line dancing and Old Time Dance at the Community Hall

$15.00 incudes fabulous fabulous supper, children under 15 free. Payment is at the door but bookings are preferred.

7:15-10:45pm, Doors open 6:15pm

Pimpama Island and District Community Centre, aka Woongoolba Hall

1226 Stapylton Jacobs Well Rd, Woongoolba, 4207

fun - dance - supper - bar available.

Music by: Wayne Caldwell & BitterSweet

Themes for dances:

2025 dates TBA


If you are unwell please respect others and stay at home.


Morning Melodies , Morning Tea or Lunch, Great food, Good Music,

Third Thursday of Each Month, 10:30am - 2:00pm

$25.00 includes 2-course meal. Different theme each month.

(click here for programme) Bookings ESSENTIAL please. 0412 172 332 or enquirieswoongoolbahall@gmail.com


2025 Dates TBA


The Pimpama Island and District Community Centre better known as Woongoolba Hall is proud to present 'Morning Melodies', an affordable initiative aimed at providing an enjoyable social activity for both locals and visitors. While it is aimed toward the more senior members of the community all age groups are welcome.

The Third Thursday of each Month we will present themed morning entertainment including lunch. Live Music will be provided by Bitter Sweet, and food will alternate between a two course meal and a high tea for the cost to a senior of $25 per person, including lunch and entertainment. A Bar is available and meals inclusions vary with the theme.

Our Historical Hall is set in the cane fields half way between Brisbane and the Gold Coast and lends itself well to the themes we have chosen. We are hoping to contribute by providing an exciting new concept for those who remember the good times of the past, and enjoy good company and good country entertainment.

If you work with an organisation or a village, please feel free to call with any questions or to book for one month or for all of them.

Bar available.

Payment at door but bookings essential. Text Gail on 0412 172 332 or email: enquirieswoongoolbahall@gmail.com with details & numbers.


Our beautiful old buildling was first built in 1917 and it has a real warmth and history.

Whether you choose to put together a table of 10 or would prefer to just come with a couple of friends, we really hope to see you.

Bookings are essential and are limited to 100 people. Tickets will be allocated on a first in, first served, basis.

www.jitters.com.au/woongoolba-hall

http://www.jitters.com.au/woongoolba-hall

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Hope Harbour Hotel,

11 John Lund Drive, Hope Island Qld 4212

Ph: (07) 5531 7226

Located on the Gold Coast, 10km north of Harbour Town, Hope Harbour Hotel provides Hope Island Accommodation providing an outdoor swimming pool, relaxed dining, waterfront views.

Entertainment:

Sundays

Dec 22nd:     Rhydian Lewis     

Jan 5th:     Adrian

Jan 12th:     Joe Phillips

Jan 19th:     Rhydian Lewis

Feb 9th:     Adrian

Feb 15th:     Joe Phillips

Mar 16th:     Joe Phillips

Mar 30th:     Adrian

Apr 13th:     Joe Phillips

Apr 27th:     Adrian


Great place to dance to live music on a Sunday afternoon from 2pm-6pm, both indoors and outdoors areas.

Great entertainment coming up and they would love to see some dancers there!


Also every Friday night from 4:00-7:00: Bobby Blue will be playing dinner/background/dancing music (Jazz/Blues/Reggae/Latin/Funky/RnB/Original tunes)


Also on the first Saturday of every month:

The fabulous Joe Phillips (excellent guitarist) will be playing Latin / Modern Jive from 4-7pm

Every other Saturday from 4-7pm Marissa Burgess will entertain you with some great music (pop covers. Dine, drink and dance with me. She is a show dancer too of Moulin Rougue fame from 1988-2000. (click here for flyer) Very classy.

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Souths Sports Club

174 Mortimer Rd, Acacia Ridge, Brisbane, Qld 4110

Ph (07) 3277 6600

E: admin@southsports.com.au

Morning Melodies, every Thursday 11:30am-2:00pm

Friday Night Sessions:       5:30pm - 9:00pm

Sunday Acoustic Sessions 4:00pm-7:30pm.

Saturday Night Rock n Roll Nights:

31 Dec: NYE       - Kris Knight & the Boogey Men

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Greenbank RSL are currently undergoing renovations until early 2025.

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A DIFFERENT VENUE FOR HIRE

Do you get seasick?

Want to have a party on a boat without going anywhere?

The Easeland is  a catamaran that will cater for 140 guests. (click here for photo)

You can hire it for your event at a cost of $500 but stay docked.

BYO food, bar available on board, and waiting staff available.

There is a big dance floor area downstairs, and a great viewing area upstairs. Seating and tables available.

Full karaoke set-up available for your use, or bring your own entertainers.

OR you can charter the boat and go for a river cruise to have your party.

Contact owner:

Bayman Coast Touring Australia,

Mr Qiyuan Zhu

Ph 0452 608 209

E: baymancta@outlook.com

www.baymancta.com.au


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COMING EVENTS - IN DATE ORDER

I have added a new list of up and coming festivals under the Cruises tab at the top of the page.


DAYLIGHT SAVING NSW,  Daylight saving  Starts Sunday, 6 October 2024 at 3:00am (clock fwd), Ends 2am Sat 5 April 2025 (clock back)

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All In Social Dance

Burpengary Community Hall, 111 Station Rd, Burpengary

Sundays, 1-4pm (doors open 12:30pm)

prize for best Christmas Outfit, raffle, lucky door prize.

Ph: 0488 156 724 or

E: dancegroup032023@gmail.com

2025 dates TBA

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CHRISTMAS DANCES:


Saturday 21st December - 6:30pm til late

Border Rockers, Christmas Dance Party 2024

Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre,

2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta

band: Buddy Love & the Tremors.

Raffles, Lucky door and a visit from Santa.

BYO drinks & nibbles

Tickets $25

Bookings Trevor, Ph/text 0428 552 550

www.borderrockers.com.au

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N.Y.E. Dance, Tuesday 31 December 2024

Breakaways Dance Club

7pm - midnight.

Band: Rockafellas

Strathpine Community Centre, 189 Gympie Rd, Cnr Mecklem St, Strathpine.

BYO food & drinks, no glass.

Members $25, non-members $30.

Enquiries: Jean 0402 457 179

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N.Y.E. Tuesday 31 December

Woongoolba Hall,

1226 Stayplyton Jacobs Well Rd,

Theme: Canapes & Cocktails, so dress in your best cocktail outfit.

$28 incl food. Drinks are extra.

Llive music, fluln, dancing, prizes, lucky spots,

Rock & Roll & Old Time dances.

Doors open 7pm, dancing 8pm-midnight.

Tickets limited to 60. Bookings essential: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/QPQHF

Enquiries: enquirieswoongoolbahall@gmail.com

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2025


Sunday 5th January 2025, 2:00-5:00pm

Club Evans Evans Head NSW

Rock n Roll Dance with The Harmony Guys

Free entry

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Strutters Hop Gold Coast

Every 1st Saturday each month

Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters.

Band:

7pm-11pm. $15 cash at the door.

Contact Sharon 0402 489 967 to book now.

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Parkes Elvis Festival 2025

Brendon Chase will be there at the following venues:

Wed 8th Jan 6:30pm, Kiwi Made, Services Club with Che Orton & the Rockwell Band

Thu 7 Jan 6:30pm,      Miss Priscilla Dinner, Services Club with the Rockwell Band.

Fri 10th Jan 9:15pm,  Cooke Park Main Stage, Feature Show

Sat 11th Jan 6:30pm,  Leagues Club

                      9:00pm   Kiwi Konnection, Parkes Bowling Club

Sun 12th Jan 1:45pm, Past Winners, Main Stage

                        8:30pm Festival Finale, Leagues Club


Che Orton tribute at Parkes.

Fri 10th Jan 1:45-2:45pm, Parkes Leagues Club.

Full Parkes schedule coming soon.

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Tamworth Country Music Festival 17th-26th January 2025

the A.B.B.A. Music Excellence Awards Concert will be held Thursday 23 January 6pm

at the Balladeers Homestead, 328 Goonoo Goonoo Road, Tamworth NSW,

as part of the Tamworth Country Music Festival.

The M.E. Awards are now open. Entries close - 1st of September 2024.

Catergories/criteria/entry information available via www. bushballadeerscom.au/MEAwards.htm or

M.E. Awards site: abba.songcentral.net.au

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Twin Towns

Suzi Quatro - Rockin' On

Celebrating 60 Years on Tour

17-18 Jan 2025

From $109-$139

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Rock This Town

Burpengary Community Hall, 111 Station Rd, Burpengary.  

7-10pm. (3rd Sat of month)

BYO Nibblies & drinks (no glass)

Lucky door prize.

Raffle Prizes

Free tea & coffee provided.

Organised by Sandy Molloy.

Sat 18 Jan 2025:     Toby Tyler & The Country Boys

Sat 15 Feb:          Route 66

Sat 15 Mar:          Floorburners

Sat 19 April:          Peaches & the Alphasonics (Easter weekend)

Sat 17 May:          Route 66

Sat 21 June:          Toby Tyler & the Country Boys

Sat 19 July:          Floorburners

Sat 16 Aug:          The Argonauts

Sat 20 Sept:          Peaches & the Alphasonics

Sat 18 Oct:          Recorded music ($5 entry)

Sat 15 Nov:          Rhythm Ratz

Sat 20 Dec:          Toby Tyler & the Country Boys

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Timeless Summer Tour Australia

Boy George, Bonnie Tyler, Tony Hadley (ex Spandau Ballet), Starship ft Mickey Thomas

27th January 2025

Sandstone Point Hotel, Qld,

Tickets: www.timelesssummertour.com

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Tuesday 28 January, 11am

Twin Towns, Morning Melodies

The Cliff Richard Experience

$10-$15pp  (book online)

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Red Hot Summer Tour 2025

Icehouse, Noiseworks, Wolfmother, Eskimo Joe, Baby Animals, Killing Heidi, Bachelor Girl:

Feb 01: Park Beach Reserve, Coffs Harbour NSW, Age 18+

Feb 08: Broadwater Parklands, Southport QLD, Age 18+

Feb 15: Speers Point Park, Lake macquarie NSW.. Age 18+

Tickets at Ticketmaster

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Let's Dance Rock and Roll presents:

Rockin' at Nambucca 2025  (SOLD OUT as at 5 November)

February 6-9th 2025

4 great days of Rock and roll Dance events.

Nambucca Heads RSL,

Contact Helen for tickets, 0417 646 424

Thursday night, 6-9pm free social dance.

Friday night:   7-11pm: The Drive-Ins, Charity. Event $10pp

Saturday afternoon, 1-4pm, Stevie B, FREE

Saturday night, 7-11pm, Juke Box Jive Dance Band, $30pp

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Whangamata Beach Hop, N.Z.

26th-30th March 2025

https://beachhop.co.nz

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Human Nature tour

Tuesday 8 April - Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre, Gold Coast. Qld

Wednesday 9 April - Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane Qld

Tickets via Ticketek

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Ballarat Rock 'n' Roll Festival

April 12th and 13th 2025 presents:

Saturday Day bands: Slim Gritty; and The Vincents

Saturday Night Ticketed event: The Lincolns

Sunday Bands: The Memphis Suns - Adelaide; and Memory Lane Band

Facebook: Ballarat Rock N Roll Festival

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Blues on Broadbeach, Gold Coast

15-18 May 2025

First lineup is here.

The Cruel Sea, (swamp rock & gritty blues.

Eli Paperboy Reed (American Soul Sensation.

The Harlem Gospel Travelers (Grammy-nominated gospel greats.

Diesel (Aussie music icon).

Festival favourites Bondi Cigars and back for their ninth appearance, alongside rising artists Steph Strings, Stefan Hauk, and Queenie.

www.bluesonbroadbeach.com

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Downunder Beachfest Caloundra,

May 28th to June 1st 2025

Save the Date.

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Cooly Rocks On 2025 (check out their facebook site with this name)

4-th - 8th June

Presenting your incredible lineup of Elvis Tribute Artists.

Jay Dupuis (USA), Ted Torres Martin (USA), and Toyokazu Toki (TPN), Che Orton (NZL) and Jack Gatto (AUS), the Cooly Rocks On 2024 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner.  

VIP Legends Passes will be on sale:

Presale for 2024 Pass Holders: Wednesday 11 Dec 9am AEST

General sale: Thursday 12 Dec, 9am AEST.

E: digital@destinationgoldcoast.com

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Sunday 22 June 2025, 2:40-5:00pm (doors open 1:30pm)

The Cliff Richard Experience

Club Macquarie, Port Macquarie, upstairs auditorium

458 Lake Rd, Argenton.

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Gold Coast Lindy Fest.

25,26,27 July 2025

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Sawtell Rewind Weekend 2025 (click here for flyer)

Tickets are selling like hot cakes, book and pay for your tickets now to reserve your table.

Seats are not reserved until they are paid for.

Weekend pass $75pp.

For further enquiries 7 ticket sales: Ph Sandy or Dale, (02) 6651 4108 or 0421 130 076.

Bands:  All supported by DJ Dale

Fri 25 July, 7:00-11:00pm:       Weekend Warmup.        Band: Jake Rattle N Roll  (doors open 6:00pm.)

Sat 26 July, 10:30am-3:00pm  Daytime Rewind.           Band:  AZ and the Cats     (doors open 10:00am)

Sat 26 July, 7:00-11:00pm        Saturday Sensation.     Band: Juke Box Jive         (doors open 6:00pm)

Sun 27 July, 10;30am-3:00pm  See You Later Sunday. Band: Route 66                  (doors open 10:00am.)

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August 1,2,3, 2025.

Greazefest, Kustom Kulture Festival (25 year anniversary).

Redland Showgrounds, Cleveland, Qld.

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Sat 16 August 2025

The Cliff and the Shadows Experience

Solander Lakes Bowls Club, Bribie Island

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Brisbane Entertainment Centre

Friday 29 August 2025

Paul Kelly with special guests Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit & Fanny Lumsden

Tickets on sale now:

www.frontiertouring com


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Pam and Roy Blowers have been creating a portfolio of online utube dance lessons and will be continuing to add to the collection.

The concept behind our online utube dance lessons is - mixing styles and steps according to one's level of fitness and physical ability.

We have created a facebook page, which lists all our utube videos, (see link under Classes page) - we are up to Utube 49 and will be continuing to add to our collection.  Their lessons include Rockabilly, 4x step jive, swing, and some partner dances and are still absolutely FREE.

You can google: 'Rock and Roll Dance Stylle Mix' and lots of iTune videos pop up that way.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rock-and-Roll-Dance-Style-Mix-Part-2-2259375601003701

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[FREE Rumba basic step lesson] You can use this move in any social dance situation. In this video lesson you will master the "side basic step" in the American style Rumba. This is the most basic step of the Rumba and is perfect for beginners. We break down the count, the steps for men & women, lead and follow + tips! Click below to watch it now: http://www.passion4dancing.com/rumba-side-basic-step-firs…/…

http://www.passion4dancing.com/rumba-side-basic-step-first-rumba-lesson/#more-7365

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DANCE FLOOR COURTESY

Here is the Gold Coast Rockers Etiquette on the Dance Floor:

1.     Wear clothing and dance shoes that make it easy and enjoyable to dance in.

2.     Personal Grooming - Shower and use a deodorant. Always take a hand towel, deodorant and a clean shirt to freshen up.  

         Brush teeth and use mouthwash or breath freshener. Abstain from foods that produce strong odours eg. garlic. The odour

         of cigarettes on one's breath or clothing is unattractive.

3.      Please ask ladies: Would you like to dance?

4.      Please ask men: Would you like to dance?

5.      Declining to dance: No thank you, I'm taking a break.

6.     Sharing the floor: If there is a mixture of dance styles on the floor, ballroom or circle partner dancers have the outside

         circle heading in an anti-clockwise direction.  Rock n Roll dancing is in the middle, Swing on the side.

7.     Dips and Lifts: The only thing to be said about aerials on the social dance floor is: Don't do them. While they may look 'cool'

         the execution of aerials requires training by a qualified instructor. Don't do them by yourself unless you are trained, and

         certainly don't do them on the social dance floor.

8.     Today's beginners will be the good dancers of tomorrow, so be nice to them and dance with them.

9.     Smile, be warm, be personable, be nice.

10.     Be considerate of other couples on the floor. Exercise good floor craft.  No large steps to be taken, dancing should be

         done in a 3 ft circumference.

11.     No stilettos to be worn on the dance floor.

12.       Be happy, be social and have FUN


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DANCE CLASSES & CLUB DANCES/EVENTS

I have removed those dance classes that don't pay me for advertising, and put them on a separate attached sheet (11 pages long). (click here to download). If any of these classes wish to be included in the newsletter, please contact me to find out the cost to you. Some of this information may be out of date as the venue's often don't advise me of changes.


DANCE CLASSES - GOLD COAST AREAS  


Gold Coast Rockers Rock n Roll Club.  (click here for flyer)

The Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters

Bar open (NO BYO drink)

Restaurant  OPEN, NO BYO.

Dance classes:  Wednesday nights, Teachers: Geoff and Pauline W

6:30pm Beginners lessons

7:30-9:30pm - live band for general dancing.

GCR members $10 (includes lucky door ticket)  - CASH ONLY, NO EFTPOS at the door but you can use it at the bar or restaurant.

New Beginners: $10 for the first Wed of the month (includes lucky door ticket) (weeks 2,3,4 is $15 or become a member and then entry is only $10)  - CASH ONLY ENTRY, NO EFTPOS

Visitors $15 (incl lucky door ticket) - CASH ONLY ENTRY, NO EFTPOS

Raffle Tickets available for purchase.

When there is 5 Wednesdays in the month there will be no lessons and the bands start at 7:30pm. Recorded music will play from 6:30pm and a partner dance taught.

Fanatastic new big dance floor, come and check it out!


WEDNESDAYS:

RESTAURANT CLOSED AGAIN, BYO FOOD


Dec 18th:          The Harmony Guys (final night for the year), band from 6:30-9:30pm, no lessons.


Membership expired 30 September, and are due for renewal now.


Club nights resume on January 15th 2025

Jan 15th:     Route 66

Jan 22nd     Rockafellas

Jan 29th:     Buddy Love & the Tremors


Sunday Jan 26th, Australia Day BBQ & Dance, 11am-3pm. Great dance music by The Floorburners.

Venue: Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters.

$10 entry, and Members receive a $5 voucher to use at the bar on the day.

We provide sausage, onions, bread. BYO salad for yourselves & nibbles. BYO cutlery & plates.

Bar open, no BYO drinks. Air-conditioned room.


Check out our website:

www.goldcoastrockers.com

facebook page: Goldcoast Rockers

Contact: 0419 500 123 for further information

Email: goldcoastrockers1991@gmail.com

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N‘n’G Jyve

Available for private lessons

Teaching Beginners Rock n Roll and dance routines and Rock n Roll moves for the Advanced dancers.

DJ Garth is available for hire for parties etc.

They are available to teach workshops.

Contact Nevis on

0419 652 739


ALSO

1950’s & 60’s

Diner available for photo-shoots and small private function.

Any enquiries ph Nevis: 0419 652 739

www.jivedance.com.au

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BORDER ROCKERS  (for flyer click here)  -  4 step Rock n Roll classes

Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Thursdays

Doors open at 5:30pm and close at 6:15pm sharp, NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED

5:30 - 6:15pm     Social dancing and revision

6:15 - 7:00pm     BASIC 4 Step Rock n Roll (4 week course commences 1st Thurday of month)

7:00 - 8:00pm     Partner or Line Dance and Social Dancing

8:00pm            EASY Intermediate moves into a routine and Social Dancing

$15 per person

Everyone is welcome - come and join us, have  some fun, meet new people as you rotate during lessons, no partner necessary.


Week 1 beginners classes commence at 6:15pm, (starting on 1st Thursday of month). Loads of fun partner and social dancing.


Christmas Dance: Saturday 21 December, Band: Buddy Love and the Tremors. Raffles, lucky door and Santa, Tickets $25.

Doors open 5:30, dance from 6:30 til late. Call Trevor on 0428 552 550 to secure your tickets.


Last Thursday for 2024 is Thurs 19th December.

Classes resume on Thurday 23rd January with a social sign-on dance night.

26th January Australia Day Annual BBQ

30th January Lesson will be something different.

Week 1 resumes on 6 February.


The Hall is huge.

- BYO drinks and towel

- Sanitise hands before, during and after classes.

Teachers: Trevor Greene and Ann Martin

Enquiries: borderrockers02@gmail.com or text 0428 552 550.

https://www.facebook.com/borderrockers

www.borderrockers.com.au

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GOTTA SWING - Monday nights

Contact: Mark: 0415 666 523, or Amanda: 0418 887 136.

Email: mark@gottaswing.com.au    Web: www.gottaswing.com.au  


Mondays: VENUE: The Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters, Gold Coast

Beginners/Level 1 from 7 - 8pm, Lessons with Mark and Jane)

Level 2/3 (Intermediate) from 8 - 9pm

Everyone Welcome, No partner required.

$15 single class, $20 for the whole night, Cash/eft at the door or you can prepay online and show your receipt at the door.

https://www.gottaswing.com.au/shop

Eftpos or cash on the door.

www.gottaswing.com.au

Last class for this year on Monday 16 December, resume on Mon 20 January.

Gotta Swing Social night - Monthly - Every 3rd Saturday (click here for flyer) unless otherwise stated.

Dates:  21st December Christmas Social Dance. Entertainment by Rhydian Lewis.


Next Swing Social Dance at italo Australian Club on Saturday 18 January.


Only $15

Lesson 6:30-7:15pm. Social dancing 7:30 til 10pm

with DJ Rhythm Man Mark!

The Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters.

Plenty of free parking.

Bar & restaurant open

Big floor!

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50's ROCK'N'ROLL DANCE CLASSES – BY

Swingtime Dance School.

VENUE:

Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters

Tuesdays, 7:00 Beg and 8pm Int.

$15 for the night. Pay cash at the door.

We teach 4-step RnR together with lots of fun and socially leadable moves in Intermediate.

New beginner's cycles start every 4 weeks.  

CLASSES RESUME ON 14TH JANUARY 2025

Pay cash at the door or book online here:

https://www.swingtimedanceschool,com.au/gold-coast...

For details call Sharon 0402 489 967


Thursday Nights! (CLASSES RESUME ON THURSDAY 30TH JANUARY 2026)

Swing (Lindy Hop) classes and social Swing dance,

Swing Dance Classes hosted by Swingtime Dance School.

Teachers: Sharon and Andrew

Beginners 6:30pm and Intermediate 7:30pm

$15 for beginners (including social);  

$20 Intermediate (including social & beginners class)

We are also offering 4 week passes $50 beg, $65 Int which you can purchase here

https://www.swingtimedanceschool.com.au/gold-coast...

Social - 6:30-9:30pm $5 (or included with class).

Come and dance the night away or practise before or after class to non-stop DJ music in the smaller side room which now has a smooth dance floor.


Two great rooms - Social in the Colosseum Room and Lessons in the main room.

Once the classes are over, the social will spill out into the main hall, and kick on until at least 10pm.

The bar will be open.

We run our classes in 4-week cycles so the best time to start is week 1 and 2.

No bookings required, just turn up and pay cash at the door.

More info message or call Sharon 0402 489 967.


Strutters Hop Gold Coast

Every 1st Saturday each month (Next one on 4th January)

Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters.

Band: Peaches and the Alphasonics

7pm-11pm. $15 cash at the door.

Contact Sharon 0402 489 967 to book now.

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Dance Central

Learn to Rock'n'Roll

Presented by Cadillac Rockers.

New Venue: Varsity Lakes Community Centre,

Mattocks Road, Varsity Lakes QLD

Thursdays: Doors open 6:00pm.  PLEASE SUPPORT THESE NIGHTS!

Social dancing from 7pm with DJ Jimmy Ray, raffles, dance classes from 6:15pm. BYO drinks/snacks.

Entry $15.

Contact Details:

Jake & The Cadillacs is Ph 0413 388 528

E: bookings@jakeandthecadillacs.com

W: www.jakeandthecadillas.com

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SWING/  MODERN JIVE GOLD COAST AND SOUTH:


New Website created by Linda Baker showing an embedded calendar specifically for swing/blues/balboa,

similar to Rock To It, but less complicated.

http://www.swinglindy.com.au

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DANCE CLASSES - BRISBANE AND CENTRAL QLD AREAS


Swing Patrol Brisbane

Swing dance classes

Drop-in class, start anytime. No bookings, pay with cash or card at the door. $18 for one lesson, $27 for both. $12 for university students or concession card holders. (with ID.)

Website:     https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/classes/

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Swing-Patrol-Brisbane-108706641672459

Contact:     info@swingpatrol.com.au


WEDNESDAYS: Highgate Hill https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/class/highgate-hill/

Venue: Brisbane Lithuanian Club, 49 Gladstone Rd, Highgate Hill QLD 4101

6:30-7:30pm New Beginners welcome, start anytime. Class will rotate so you don't need a partner.

7:30-8:30pm Intermediate class

Last date 2024: Wednesday 11 December

First date 2025: Wednesday 15 January. NOW 22nd January


THURSDAYS: West End  https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/class/west-end-blue-room/

Venue:  Blue Room Downstairs at St Andrews Anglican Church, 160 Vulture St, South Brisbane QLD 4101.

6:30-7:30pm Beginners, everyone welcome

$18  / $12 for university students or concession card holders.

Last date 2024: Thursday 12 December

First date 2025: Thursday 6 February.


NEW

MONDAYS: East Brisbane https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/class/east-brisbane/

East Brisbane State School: 56 Wellington Rd, East Brisbane QLD 4169

6:30-7:30pm Beginners

First date 2025: Monday 3 February


SOCIAL DANCES

Saturday Night Fish Fry - next date TBA

Venue: West End Uniting Church, 11 Sussex St, West End QLD 4101

6:15-9:30pm

Website: https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/social/saturday-night-fish-fry/


Shimmy Shaker Sundays - second Sunday of the Month

Venue: West End Uniting Church, 11 Sussex St, West End QLD 4101

2:45-5:30pm

Website: https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/social/shimmy-shaker-sundays/

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DANCE DANCE DANCE

Teaching dances done in SEQ (OT/NV/Fun dances/progressives/RnR)

Starting back in 2025 at a new venue!

No partner required. All Welcome!

Private Lessons available.

PHDELIAH GRIVAS

0428 137 962 Mobile

dancedancedance@bigpond.com


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Breakaways Rock 'n' Roll Dance, Social and Welfare Club Inc.


CHRISTMAS BREAK TIMES. LAST LESSONS WILL BE ON

9th  December at Souths Sports Club

and 10th December at Strathpine Community Centre.

Venue: SOUTHSIDE - LESSONS RESUME ON 3rd February 2025 at Souths Sports Club

Souths Sports Club, 174 Mortimer Rd, Acacia Ridge.

6:00pm-9:30pm

Rotational dance lessons, no partner required.

Members $12, non-members $14

Every Monday  

6:00-7:00 Beginners basics

7:00-8:00 Beginners Lesson

8:00-8:30 Social Break with dancing

8:30-9.15 Intermediate lesson


NO BYO food/drinks.


NORTHSIDE - STRATHPINE - (THE AIR-CONDITIONER at Strathpine will be getting renovated in February, so we  won't be having classes until 4th of March.  

Strathpine Community Hall, 4 Mecklem St, Strathpine.

Rotational dance lessons, no partner required

Members $12, non-members $14

Every Tuesday

6:00 - 7:00pm  Beginner basics

7:00 - 8:00pm  Beginner Class

8:00 - 8.30pm  Social Break with dancing

8.30 - 9.15pm  Intermediate


* All times and classes are subject to change.


Our dance classes are 4-week cycles starting at the beginning of each month.

When a month has five Mondays or Tuesdays  (our dance class nights)

we have a dance social with a band on the fifth week




CALL JEAN ON 0402 457 179

DANCE NIGHTS:           For all tickets: Bank Details: Westpac Bank Breakaways Account, BSB: 034-080, A/C NO: 500 894

                    Bookings essential: Prepaid tickets. BSB 034-080, NO: 500894, put your name as reference.

                    Enquiries: contact Jean: 0402 457 179, email: jeancihan@gmail.com

                    Strathpine Community Centre, 4 Mecklem St, Strathpine (BYO food/drink, no glass), or Souths Sports Club,

                    174 Mortimer Rd, Acacia      Ridge (licenced venue, no BYO).

Click here for programme)

VENUE          DANCE     MONTH          BAND     

Strathpine          Tuesday     31st Dec, 7pm-12am  The Rockafellas - NYE $25 M / $30 N-M, (click here for flyer)


SOCIAL DANCE NIGHTS: BYO food/drinks, 6:30pm-9:30pm. $15 members / $20 non-members

VENUES:     Strathpine Community Centre, 4 Mecklem St, Strathpine,

          Souths Sports Club, 174 Mortimer Rd, Acacia Ridge


Yearly Fees:

Single membership:    $25 per year

Family membership:   $40 per year

Beginners are always welcome to join our friendly social atmosphere.

     

Contact Jean for more info and bookings on 0402 457 179

Postal address: PO Box 1473, BROWNS PLAINS BC QLD 4118

Email: jeancihan@gmail.com

Website: www.breakaways-rock-n-roll.com

Facebook: Breakaways Rock ‘n’ Roll Dance, Social & Welfare Club Inc.

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GOTTA SWING -  Wednesday nights

Contact: Mark: 0415 666 523, or Amanda: 0418 887 136.

Email: mark@gottaswing.com.au    Web: www.gottaswing.com.au  

Wednesday:  VENUE: Salisbury Senior Citizens Centre, 87  Cripps St, Salisbury.  (Lessons with Mark)  7:00-9:30pm

Beginners/Level 1 from 7 - 8pm

Level 2/3 (Intermediate) from 8 - 9pm

Everyone Welcome, No partner required.

$15 at the door or you can prepay online and show your receipt at the door

https://www.gottaswing.com.au/shop

Eftpos or cash at the door.


Last class for this year on Wed 11 December, resume on Wed 22 January 2025

www.gottaswing.com.au

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Village Rockers

Wednesdays Classes 7:00pm

VENUE: Lions Hall, Wharf St, Logan Village.

Beginners are in the hall opposite in Old School

Ph 0418 717 492.

Classses are held each Wednesday


Club Nights 7:00pm-11:00pm

Fri 13 Dec:     Jodies Boys          Jimboomba Hall, 7-11pm $15 entry (supper provided, Dress in Christmas gear)


Classes finish 11 December, and resume on 6 February.


Please contact Del on 0418 717 492 with any questions.

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Mackay, Nth Qld

Information as requested by Rock 'n' Rollers planning to travel by our Mackay, Nth Qld region.

Sugar City R'n'R Club Saturday night dances, St Pats Hall, River St Mackay, 7pm-11pm.

Sugar City R'n'R Club meets Wed Nights, Senior Citizens Hall, 58 Macalister St, Mackay at 7pm.

Proposed dates, Rock 'n' Roll at "Goosies", 74-76 Malcomson St, Mackay" Fridays 7:00-10:00p. Sundays 5:00-7:00pm


Alan Laskey

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Burnett Rockers dance classes (click here for flyer)

Thursday nights

NEW VENUE! NEW REDUCED FEE!

Kingaroy Showgrounds, GH Hall,  (access Gate 3 Youngman St)

6:30 beginners pre-lesson walk through

7:00-9:30pm. No partner required. Experienced instructors.

All welcome.

** No previous dance experience necessary**

$10 per person for full program:

includes basic moves, intermediate sequence & partner/line dancing

No previous dance experience is necessary, come by yourselves or with a partner.

E: burnettrockers@outlook.com

Find us on facebook.


Rock n Roll dancing, partner dances, line dancing,

All Welcome!

Wear red and/or green

GB Hall, Kingaroy Showgrounds.

Water, tea, coffee supplied. Bring a plate to share. BYO drinks

burnettrockers@outlook.com

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DANCE CLASSES - NORTHERN NSW AREAS


RAZZLE DAZZLE ROCKERS

COFFS HARBOUR / SAWTELL

Classes held WEDNESDAY NIGHTS at Sawtell RSL Club, 7:00pm

Consisting of Rock n Roll / Lindy Hop / Swing Jive / Balboa.

Teaching beginners / Intermediate and Advanced with very

experienced Instructors Dale and Sandy.

7:00 Intermediate class

7:45pm New beginners course. Special Beginners price.

Social Dance after class with D.J. Dale every week.

Also available for Workshops on request.

Contact Dale or Sandy on

Ph 02 6651 4108 or 0421 130 076

Find us on facebook.

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Gold Coast, Australia

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