NEWSLETTER
Hi Everyone
This is the link to my website: https://www.dancersgigguide.com.au
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I'm on holidays from 20th - 31st January. There will be no updates done while I'm away.
If you have a query regarding a venue during that time, please contact them yourself.
I have been working hard to get as much of the February gig guide updated before I go, and the rest will have to wait until I'm home again.
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DON'T FORGET IT'S DAYLIGHT SAVING IN NSW, IF YOU'RE GOING THERE, THEY'VE PUT THEIR CLOCKS FORWARD, SO IF THEIR TIMES ARE IN DST, WE HEED TO BE AN HOUR EARLIER, e.g 1:30 NSW is 12:30 Qld, 7pm NSW is 6pm Qld.
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Rock the Boat 2026 is now 70% sold out as at 17 November 2025! Full details under Cruises tab up the top.
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SOCIAL BALLROOM VENUES: I have received a comprehensive list of social ballroom venues in Qld. I note this is a Draft, so please contact the individual venues to confirm details are correct if you are intending to go to any.
(click here to see list)
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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
Pauline 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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VENUE: Helltown Hotrods, Kybong QLD:
A big shout out and thank you to everyone who has supported us since we took over Hell Town Hotrods in January, we totally appreciate you all … our customers, friends, local community, staff and HTH family have been so wonderful in helping us and for this reason we are dedicated to getting things right.
To this end, effective immediately, our café will be closed for the remainder of 2025 as we continue with major electrical upgrades.
Closing the café was not something we envisaged when we started our new journey this year, but as the necessary maintenance and electrical works have been our priority, our health has suffered and we feel we must put this first to get back on top of everything life is about. In particular, Sandy hasn’t been able to sing for almost 6 months and this is a priority for us to get back to doing what we love most … playing music together.
With Hell Town Hotrods having a history of closing, this is a decision we haven’t taken lightly and hope that when we reopen the doors in 2026, you will be back to support us as a local business and music venue.
Sandy & Gavin
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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.
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ALL WELCOME... Line Dancing to great music.
GOLD COAST COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB INC. SUNDAY SOCIAL DAY 1st February 2026.
Starts at 11.00 am $5.00 Entry with Lucky door ticket, music till 4.30 pm.
Mermaid Beach Bowls Club, 9 Markeri Street, Mermaid Beach Qld 4218
Walk up artists most welcome. Great Professional Band playing, and who will back walk up artists
Socials are First Sunday of each month. Great Raffle prizes, Money Board, Lucky Door Prize, Members Draw.
All walk ups, must perform Country Music Genre only. Please email songs prior to Social practice day
Steve Fisher our band manager, makes the call for Country Music Genre, if unsure phone Steve.
By sending your songs by email, it will give you better backing, for the band. Practice is Tuesday 27th January 26.
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, fabulous dance floor. Rock & Roll and Line Dancers welcome.
Excellent food at reasonable prices from the Bistro. Friendly staff and good Bar service, Tea and coffee for $4.00 from bar .
BY- LAWS must be followed, and signed, to join our Club.
MEMBERSHIP $8.00 Concession Card holders. $10.00 for 16 yrs. to 65 years. $1.00 entry 8 years, up to 16 years, till 30th June, 26
(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, Look at who is dancing and singing...... https://www.facebook.com/GoldCoastCMClub
GCCMC Newsletter, also Face book page https://www.facebook.com/groups/470986774629988/members
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) - NAME CHANGE TO GOLD COAST SPORTS HUB
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, & Line Dance.
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 classes, Lvl 1: 7-8pm, Lvl 2/3 8-9pm. Contact Mark O'Brien: 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. $10M/$15 non-mbr
Thursday: Swingtine Dance School, Invitation only, www.swingtimedanceschool.com
Fridays: CLOSED
Saturdays: CLOSED when functions not on. Every 3rd Sat: Gotta Swing dance social.
Sundays: CLOSED
To download the Members Renewal Form click here
Ph: (07) 5575 1966 or
0499 074 910
reception@italoaustralianclub.com
https://italoaustralianclub.com.au
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The Paradise Point Bowls Club
JANUARY 2026
Friday nights, 7:30-10:30, Bar Stage
Saturday Night, Bar Stage, 6:00-10:00pm - NOTE: change of time and area of club
Sunday Afternoon, Bar Stage, 2:00-6:00pm
Sun 18th: Mikky & the Other Guy, 2:00-6:00pm
Fri 23rd: Diatonic Diamonds 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 24th: Stephen Michael (Piano Man), 6:00-10:00pm
Sun 25th: Barnstorm, Jimmy Barnes & Cold Chisel Tribute, from 3:00pm (note: change of time)
Mon 26th: Bongo Boys, 12:00-4:00pm Australia Day
Fri 30th: Rock'n Country Bunker, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 31st: Mark Windle, 6:00-10:00pm
FEBRUARY
First Tuesday of the month: Morning Melodies with Sharon Lee. 11am-2pm, $17.90 lunch & dessert & lucky door ticket.
Bookings essential 07 5577 1948
Friday nights, 7:30-10:30, Bar Stage
Saturday Night, Bar Stage, 6:00-10:00pm - NOTE: change of time and area of club. All entertainment on bar stage unless stated.
Sunday Afternoon, Bar Stage, 2:00-6:00pm
Sun 1st: Floorburners, 2-6pm
Fri 6th: Scarlet Wolf, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 7th: Wayne Sealey, 6:00-10:00pm
Sun 8th: Waitangi Day 1:00-6:00pm: artists: Razzle Dazzle, Ruth May, Uncle Gene, Sue Ashton, Maia May & Kylah, R n R Brothers,
Lian Netzler & Ivan Fisher, Steel Away, with the Te Puna Mataatahi Troupe.
Fri 13th: Wolfpack, 7:30-10:30pm,
Sat 14th: Peter Tuitama (Dining Room), 4:00-7:00pm (Valentine's Day)
Sat 14th: Stephen Michael, 7:00-10:00pm (Valentine's Day)
Sun 15th: Booty & The Beast, 2:00-6:00pm
Fri 20th: Red Rock, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 21st: The Great Creedence Revival Show, from 7:30pm, bar stage (Note: change of time)
Sun 22nd: Cath and Him, 2:00-6:00pm
Fri 27th: Conspiracy, 7:3010:30pm
Sat 28th: Wolfie, 6:00-10:00pm
MARCH
First Tuesday of the month: Morning Melodies with Sharon Lee. 11am-2pm, $17.90 lunch & dessert & lucky door ticket.
Bookings essential 07 5577 1948
Sun 1st: Steel Away, Mainstage, 2:00-6:00pm
Fri 6th: Runes, Mainstage, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 7th: Nashville Nights ft Superstar Shania, Mainstage, From 7:30pm
Sun 8th: Double Barrel Duo, Mainstage, 2-6pm
Fri 13th: Platinum, Mainstage, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 14th: Whitey, Dining Room, 5:30-8:30pm,
Sun 15th: Irish You Were Beer, Mainstage, 1:00-6:00pm
Tues 17th: Paddy's Day McNeills Irish Dancers, time TBA
Fro 20th: Mikky & the Other Guys, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 21st: Kissperience Tribute Show, Main Stage, from 7:30pm
Sun 22nd: Des2nation, Mainstage, 2:00-6:00pm
Fri 27th: Seajem Sounds, Mainstage, 7:30-10:30pm
Sat 28th: Peter Tuitama, Dining Room, 5:30-8:30pm
Sun 29th: James Brennan, Mainstage, 2:00-6:00pm
We'd love to see you soon.
22 Thrush Ave, Paradise Point. (see VENUES page)
Ph (07) 5577 1948
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Robina Bowls Club have entertainment on Friday evenings from 6:30, Saturdays from 5pm & 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.
Rock & Roll / Line dancing and Old Time Dance at the Community Hall
Pimpama Island and District Community Centre, aka Woongoolba Hall
1226 Stapylton Jacobs Well Rd, Woongoolba, 4207
fun - dance - supper
Music by: Wayne Caldwell & BitterSweet
Table bookings are recommended for those who want to sit together, just text Gail on 0412 172 332.
February 14th: Valentine's Day theme
March 14th: St Patrick's Day theme, with Green Beer and Guinness
April 11th: Theme to be confirmed.
Bookings Essential 0412 172 332 or email - Music BitterSweet
Payment at door but bookings essential.
Text Gail on 0412 172 332 or email: enquirieswoongoolbahall@gmail.com with details & numbers.
www.jitters.com.au/woongoolba-hall
http://www.jitters.com.au/woongoolba-hall
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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 10:30am
Friday Night Sessions: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
Sunday Acoustic Sessions 4:00pm-7:30pm.
UPDATE ON 30 JULY
With all the exciting work about to commence, we have decided to temporarily postpone our monthly Community Morning Melodies, and our Rock n' Roll Dance Party. They will be taking a short break over the next few months over, September and October, November and December. Breakaways dances will still go ahead during this time.
Please share this with those who normally attend. We look forward to welcoming you back for our shows as the end of the year approaches!
FEBRUARY:
Thurs 5th: Morning Melodies - 10:30am, 'Fabulous Beehives'
Sat 28th: Rock & Roll - 6:30pm, 'Kris Night and the Boogey Men'
MARCH: Morning Melodies - 10:30am 'Tom Jones Tribute'
Sat 28th: Rock & Roll - 6:30pm "Little Stevie & the Tail Fins.
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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
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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 5 October 2025, (clocks fwd), Ends 3am Sun April 2026 (clock back)
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Tamworth Country Music Festival
Tamworth Town Hall
Tuesday 20th January, 10am.
Classic Women of Country Show ft Vanessa Sanger. (For the first time ever and for one show only)
Tickets: https://www.tamworthtownhall.com.au/classic-women-of...
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Monday 26th January - Australia Day.
Gold Coast Rockers Australia Day dance.
Italo-Australian Club.
Music by the Boogie Boys from 11am-3pm, Doors open 10:30am.
$10 entry. Financial members received a free voucher at the door valued at $5 to spend at the bar that day.
Further details TBA.
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Breakaways Rock n Roll Club
AUSTRALIA DAY BBQ
Monday 26 January, 10am - 3pm. (click here for flyer)
Pelican Park Clontarf
Invitation for Members, family and friends.
Free burgers/sausage sizzle, soft drinks, coffee, tea, water.
Please bring a plate: salad, pasta, cakes, fruit, sweets to share..
Hot rods, classic cars, food, games,
live music from The Wet Fish
RSVP: December 20th. Enquiries: Jean 0402 457 179
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Border Rockers
Australia Day, Monday 26 January
NO EVENT
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February 12-15th
Let's Dance Rock and Roll presents
Rockin' at Nambucca, (click here for flyer)
4 great days of Rock and Roll Dance events.
Nambucca Heads RSL
Thu 12th Meet & greet Night: free lesson, 6-9pm.
Fri 13th: Black Friday: 7:15-11pm. Scary Black Dress-up. The Drive-Ins. Charity event.
Sat 14th: Afternoon dance, 1-4pm Stevie B
Sat 14th: Valentines Day Dress-up: 7-11pm, Buddy Love and the Tremors
Sun 15th: Free Dance: 1-4pm Bad Sneakers duo.
Weekend tickets $50pp
Ph 0417 646 424
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February 16-23, 2026
Macksville Music Muster. Save the Date.
https://MacksvilleMusicMuster
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Gippy Rocks 2026
20-22 February 2026
Kris Knight & the Boogey Men on Friday and Sunday
On Saturday night they will perform a special set as their alter egos The Australian Buddy Holly Show.
Tickets on sale soon.
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Ed Sheeran Loop Tour
Fri 20 February 2026 - 22 February 2026 - 3 shows in Brisbane.
Suncorp Stadium Brisbane (Lic. All Ages)
Fri 20 Feb https://frntr.co/EdSheeran26Bne-20Feb
Sat 21 Feb https://frntr.co/EdSheeran26Bne-21Feb
Sun 22 Feb https://frntr.co/EdSheeran26Bne-22Feb
Tickets: https://www.frontiertouring.com/edsheeran
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Sunday 1st March 2026
Lismore Rocks Festival for Charity
Two bands - 11am - 5pm, (NSW time) 6 hours of non-stop dancing music.
Classic / Veteran Cars on dispay around 10am, and doing a car run around the Lismore Precinct at around 1pm.
Bands: The Harmony Guys from 11am, followed by Route 66, plus other artists in band breaks (TBC).
Huge Dance Floor Plus an upstairs and downstairs seating for around 600 people.
$15 entry.
Proceeds going to "Make a Wish Foundation".
Enquiries to Andre Els, Organiser, Ph 0412 751 216
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Sat 7 March 2026
Rockabilly & Retro Twilight Event,
Just Rock Ipswich and Ipswich Show,
Ipswich Showbrounds, 81 Warwick Rd, Ipswich Qld
Think Retro, Rockabilly and Vintage, well this Celebration is BACK in Ipswich, and it has all your favourite Market Stalls, Rides, Vintage Cars, Rockabilly Entertainment, Vintage Fashion and food Galore!
Bring your dance shoes and dance along with Swingabilly Ray as our Entertainment and
Just Rock Ipswich entertaining you with their amazing Rockabilly Styles.
Entry $5, kids aged 12 & under are free.
CLASSIC CARS
If you would like to have your 'classic' car on display and would like to be in for a chance to win some fantastic prizes please email
contact@ipswichshow.com.au for the registration form.
STALLHOLDERS
If you would like to be involved in this event, pelase head to www.ipswichshow.com.au
Create a Profile in the top right hand corner / Upcoming Events / Rockabilly & Retro / Apply for a Stall.
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Shake Rattle 'n' Roll
Saturday 28th March 7:30pm Qld &
Sunday 29th March 2:30pm Qld
Twin Towns Showroom
Tickets from $69.90 & fee.
Pre-sale 8 Spet, General public Thursday 11 Sep 9:30am.
Dazzling eye-candy costumes, sizzling hot Latin ballroom dancing and all your favourite hits.
You will be dancing in the aisles.
Book now at Twin Towns.
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Byron Bay Blues Fest
Thurs 2 April 2pm - Sun 5 April 11pm (Easter long weekend)
Byron Events Farm Tyagarah NSW
Camping available.
First artist announcement:
Split Enz (their only show in the region);
Earth, Wind & Fire; Sublime;
The Black Crowes; Buddy Guy; Counting Crows;
The Pogues; Marcus King Band; Jerry Harrison & Andrian Belew "Remain in Light"
Xavier Rudd; The Living End; Mental as Anything; Mark Seymour;
Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band; Robert Randolph; Taj Farrant; Skeggs; The Dreggs; South Summit;
The Southern River Band; 19-Twenty; Chain; Backsliders; Pierce Brothers;
Aine Tyrrell; Ray Beadle; Steve Poltz; Daniel Champagne;
Nik West (exclusive); Roshani; Angelique Francis (exclusive);
Jovin Webb (exclusive; Z-Star; Ben Catley; Laid Back Country Picker (exclusive)
https://www.moshtix.com.au/v2/event/byrono-bay-bluesfest-2026
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Sunday 5th April, 2:00-5:00
Sunday Swing Sesh Social Dance with Live band.
Event by Swing Patrol Brisbane.
Swing Patrol's second social dance of the year.
Taster Class 2:00-2:30pm
Newmarket Bowls Club Hall, 212 Ashgrove Avenue, Ashgrove
Band: Mason Harvey Ensemble
Tickets $25
BYO food and water/drinks.
15-20 musicians can create a high level of noise, so consider bring ear protection is noise is an issue for you.
Due to the costs associated with hiring a live band, and hall hire etc, there will not be concession or student ticket prices.
Enquiries contact Monique at Swing Patrol.
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Save the date
Ballarat Rock 'n' Roll Festival 2026 (click here for flyer)
Fri 10th-Sun 12 April
Ballarat High School Sports Stadium, 1726 Sturt St, Ballarat.
Friday night band: The Stompin' 88's
Saturday day bands: The Vigilantes (S.A.) 11am-1pm; Phoenix 2-4pm.
Saturday night bands: A Band Called Twang (Qld); Jukebox Rock
Sunday bands: Rockin Daddys 11am-1pm, Shake with the Snake - Cobra 45's 2-4pm.
facebook updates: Ballarat Rock N Roll Festival > Dance Festivals
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Fri 17 April 2026, 8:00pm
Dean Z: The Ultimate Elvis Show
The Star Gold Coast, Broadbeach
Tickets $79.90 Ticketek.
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14-17 May 2026
Blues on Broadbeach
Four incredible days of world-class mlusic, open stages, and that unmistakable rhythm and blues magic.
Sunday Ticket: The Teskey Brothers with special guests Judith Hill and Ash Grunwald
Tickets available only via Experience Gold Coast.
First lIneup is:
Charlie Musselwhite, joined by Ruthie Foster and Robert Finley.
The Lachy Doley Trio; Kevin Borich Express; Daddy Long Legs, Wilsn, Blue Shaddy.
https://www.bluesonbroadbeach.com
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17-18 April and 25-26 September
Save the Dates!
Never too Old to Rock n Roll, Weekend Dance Campout
Kennilworth Showgrounds Hall
Rock n Roll Boys
RocknRollaBillys
DJ Fonzie and Christine
Weekend tickets for the entertainment in the hall soon to be advertised.
Camping available at the Kennilworth Showgrounds..
To book or enquire: 0438 849 947
Email: kenilworthshowgrounds@gmail.com
Hot Showers: $1 coin - 3 mins
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May - date TBA
Rock Under the Clock
Has a new venue due to high demand for tickets: The Lawnton Showgrounds, 757 Gympie Rd, Lawnton.
Band: The Sonics with Jim Hansen
Ph 0411 884 779.
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Cooly Rocks On 2026
3-7 June 2026
https://www.coolyrockson.com
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DATESAVER- 3rd and 4th July 2026
Hervey Bay Hop
Fonzies Rock n Roll Hervey Bay
Featuring The RocknRollaBillys
Rock'n'Roll Boys Karen Abbott, DJ Fonzie.
facebook page: www.facebook.com/herveybayhop
E: thehop@fonzies.net
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Scottish Elvis Festival Downunder
Elvis is coming to Daydream Island Qld
20-24 July 2026
Rooms are twin or triple share to book. This event is limited by accommodation, so book as soon as possible so you don't miss this phenomenal Elvis Festival. www.sefdownunder.com or free-call 1300 000 753.
Brendon Chase will be there!
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Sawtell Rewind Weekend
Razzle Dazzle Rockers Rewind Bands have been confirmed.
Fri 24 July, Sat 25th, Sun 26th July 2026. (click here for flyer)
Don't forget to purchase soon if you want to be seated with friends, and also book your accommodation early.
We look forward to seeing you back.
Friday night 24th July: Swift Kick (click here for photo)
Saturday (day) 24th: Route 66 (click here for photo)
Saturday (night) 24th: Rockin Express (Click here for photo)
Sunday (day) 25th: On the Prowl (Click here for photo)
Ticket sales have already started at a very quick rate.
Sandy and Dale
For bookings ring 0421 130 076.
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Greazefest 2026
Friday 31 July - Sunday 2 August
Redlands Showgrounds, Cleveland Qld
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Wimmera Rockers Danceworld
Wimmera Rockers RnR Dance
Theme: Rock n Roll
Venue: Horsham Town Hall, Roberts Avenue, Horsham.
September 4 & 5 2026
Bands:
Fri 4th: Coupe Deville (SA), 8pm - midnight
Sat 5th: The Lincolms (SA), 8pm - midnight
with DJ David Lamb.
Raffles & prizes for best dressed.
Satuirday 5th: Demo at horsham Plaza 11am - 12pm. All Dancers welcome to participate.
Sunday 6th: at Haven, 10am until 12 noon. Free barbie for all attendees.
Price: Both Nights $70, or Single Night $35
Bookiings taken on fb under Wimmera Rockers Danceworld or by John Finn on his fb page.
No drops... throws... lifts or eskies.
Coffee /milo /tea /biscuits /water supplied.
Drinks at bar prices.
Have done 26 years or organizing dances... but this is Finnie's Final Fling.
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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 CLOSED, BYO FOOD.
Dance classes: Wednesday nights, Teachers: Pauline Schafer and Pauline Williams
6:30pm: Intermediate move or Progressive partner dance
6:45pm: 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.
Non-Members $15 (incl lucky door ticket) - CASH ONLY ENTRY, NO EFTPOS
Membership: From October $25 for the year.
Raffle Tickets available for purchase.
When there is 5 Wednesdays in the month there will be no lessons and the bands start at 6:30pm til 9:30pm
Fanatastic big dance floor, come and check it out!
WEDNESDAYS:
RESTAURANT CLOSED, BYO FOOD
BANDS:
CHRISTMAS BREAK - resuming on Wed 14 January.
JANUARY:
Wed 21st: Razzle dazzle (new band for us)
Monday 26th January - Australia Day BBQ & dance. Italo-Australian Club. Music by the Boogie Boys from 11am-3pm, Doors
open 10:30am. $5 Members/$10 non-members. We supply BBQ sausages, onions & bread, sauce, salt & pepper.
Please bring a salad to share, and your own utensils and plates, Bar open, no BYO drinks.
Wed 28th: Shadoogie
FEBRUARY:
Wed 4th: Buddy Love and the Tremors
Wed 11th: Route 66
Wed 18th: Harmony Guys
Wed 25th: Rockafellas
Sat 7th March - Birthday Hop at Runaway Bay Community Centre, band: Route 66. Theme: Gangsters/flappers/molls.
Further details to come.
Saturday 18 July Hop at Runaway Bay, Band: Buddy Love. Theme: Cocktail dress.
Saturday 12 December 2026: Christmas dinner/dance at Sharks. Further details TBA.
Check out our website:
www.goldcoastrockers.com
facebook page: Gold Coast Rockers Dance Club
Contact: 0419 500 123 for further information
Email: goldcoastrockers1991@gmail.com
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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
Please Note: It is Daylight savings time now, so doors open 5:30 QLD time close 6:15.
BUT for NSW IT IS 6:30PM and close at 7:15pm.
NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED
5:30 - 6:15pm QLD Social dancing and revision
6:15 - 7:00pm QLD BASIC 4 Step Rock n Roll (4 week course commences 1st Thurday of month)
7:00 - 8:00pm QLD Partner or Line Dance and Social Dancing
8:00pm QLD 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 break - from 21 December, returning the Thursday 22 January, return to dance night, line dancing, partner dancing, RnR
Australia day - NO EVENT
Thurs 29th, Social dance with Michael Asma.
Normal classes first week in February.
The Hall is huge.
- BYO drinks and towel
- Sanitise hands before, during and after classes.
Teachers: Trevor Greene and Ann Martin
Contact Trevor, 0428 552 550
Enquiries: borderrockers02@gmail.com or text 0428 552 550.
https://www.facebook.com/borderrockers
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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
6:45-7:30pm Level 1 Beginners (Lessons with Mark and Jane), 4 week blocks
7:45-8:30pm Level 2 Intermedate
8:45-9:30pm Moves and Grooves
Prices: Single class: L1 $10, L2/3 $15; 4-week pass: L1 $40, L2/3 $60; 8-week pass L1 $70, L2/3 $105.
Pre-pay on-line or pay at the door.
Everyone Welcome, No partner required. Please consult with your teacher before moving from Beginners to an Intermediate class.
https://www.gottaswing.com.au/shop
Gotta Swing Social night - Monthly - Every 3rd Saturday (click here for flyer) unless otherwise stated. NO DANCE IN JANUARY!
Lesson 6:30-7:15pm. Social dancing 7:30 til 10pm
with DJ Rhythm Man Mark & Guest DJ.
The Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters.
Plenty of free parking.
Bar open from 5:30pm. BYO Food/order in. x5 for $5 raffles & prizes.
Big floor! Reservations available for Live music nights only.
Contact Mark on 0415 666 523
Christmas Break for classes (Gold Coast) from 8 December - resuming on 19th January 2026
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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.
The bar will be open. BYO food.
We teach 4-step RnR together with lots of fun and socially leadable moves in Intermediate.
New beginner's cycles start every 4 weeks, so the best time to start is week 1 and 2.
Pay cash at the door or book online here:
https://www.swingtimedanceschool,com.au/gold-coast...
More info message or call Sharon 0402 489 967.
We are also offering 4 week passes $50 beg, $65 Int which you can purchase here
https://www.swingtimedanceschool.com.au/gold-coast...
THURSDAY Nights!
Now Invitation only - no walk-ins.
LAST CLASS FOR THIS YEAR TUESDAY 9TH DECEMBER, RESUMING ON 6th JANUARY
Strutters Hop Gold Coast (see attached flyer)
NEXT DATE TBA
Italo-Australian Club, 18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters.
7pm-11pm. (doors open 6pm) $20 cash at the door, or you can book online for tables of 8 or single tickets.
https://www.swingtimedanceschool,com.au/gold-coast...
Contact Sharon 0402 489 967 to book now.
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Rockabilly Australia Pty Ltd
Jake & The Cadillacs, 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.
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DANCE CLASSES - BRISBANE AND CENTRAL QLD AREAS
Swing Patrol Brisbane
Swing dance classes
Website: https://swingpatrol.com/brisbane/classes/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Swing-Patrol-Brisbane-108706641672459
Contact: info@swingpatrol.com.au
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 Drop-in class, start anytime.
7:30-8:30pm Intermediate: Courses, pre-book via website.
8:30-9:30pm Level 3: Occasional, refer to website
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 Beginners, newcomers welcome, start anytime.
7:30-8:30pm Intermediate: drop-in class.
No bookings, pay at the door, cashless payment preferred. $18 for one lesson, $27 for both.
Christmas break: Classes resume on Mon 2 February, and Wednesday 4 February 2026
Sunday 5th April, 2:00-5:00
Sunday Swing Sesh Social Dance with Live band.
Event by Swing Patrol Brisbane.
Swing Patrol's second social dance of the year.
Taster Class 2:00-2:30pm
Newmarket Bowls Club Hall, 212 Ashgrove Avenue, Ashgrove
Band: Mason Harvey Ensemble
Tickets $25
BYO food and water/drinks.
15-20 musicians can create a high level of noise, so consider bring ear protection is noise is an issue for you.
Due to the costs associated with hiring a live band, and hall hire etc, there will not be concession or student ticket prices.
Enquiries contact Monique at Swing Patrol.
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DANCE DANCE DANCE
Teaching dances done in SEQ (OT/NV/Fun dances/progressives/RnR)
Phone or email for venues and dates and times.
Warwick Rock n Roll Class, St Marks Hall, 55 Grafton St
Fridays, 6:30-9:30pm. BYO drinks/snacks.
No partner required.
$10 entry. Balance, strength, co-ordination. Cardio workout and fun guaranteed.
No partner required. All Welcome!
Private Lessons available.
PHDELIAH GRIVAS
0428 137 962 Mobile
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Breakaways Rock 'n' Roll Dance, Social and Welfare Club Inc.
Venue: SOUTHSIDE -
Souths Sports Club, 174 Mortimer Rd, Acacia Ridge.
6:00pm-9:30pm
Rotational dance lessons, no partner required.
Members $12, non-members $15
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
Strathpine Community Centre, Returning Tues 3 February)
Rotational dance lessons, no partner required
Members $12, non-members $15
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 (licences venue, no BYO)
Lawnton Showgrounds, 757 Gympie Road, Lawnton.
Sat 14 February Strathpine, 7-11pm, The Rockafellas, Valentine's Day dance, $15/$20, BYO food/drinks.
Sat 11 April: Strathpine, 7-11pm, Kris Knight & the Boogey Men, $15M/$20n-m BYO food/drinks
Sun 19 April: Souths, 1-5pm, Shadoogie, $15M/$20n-m.
Sat 23 May: Strathpine, 7-11pm, The Wet Fish, $15M/$20n-m. BYO food/drinks.
Sun 12 July: Souths, 1-5pm, Little Stevie & the Tail Fins, $15M/$20n-m.
Sun 13 September Souths, 1-5pm, The Hitmen, $15M/$20-n-m.
Sat 19 September Strathpine, 7-11pm, The Honky Tonk Rockers, $20M/$25n-m, BYO food/drinks.
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
Next dates TBA
BREAKUP TIMES:
Souths Sports Club: Monday 8th December 2025, Returning Monday 2nd February 2026
Lawnton Showgrounds: Tuesday 9th December 2025, Returning Tuesday 3rd February 2026, AT Strathpine Community Centre.
Yearly Fees:
Single membership: $25 per year
Family membership: $40 per year
Beginners are always welcome to join our friendly social atmosphere.
AUSTRALIA DAY BBQ
Monday 26 January, 10am - 32pm.
Pelican Park Clontarf
Invitation for Members, family and friends.
Free burgers/sausage sizzle, soft drinks, coffee, tea, water.
Please bring a plate: salad, pasta, cakes, fruit, sweets to share..
Hot rods, classic cars, food, games,
live music from The Wet Fish
RSVP: December 20th. Enquiries: Mean 0402 457 179
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. 4-week blocks
6:45-7:30pm Level 1 Beginner
7:45-8:30pm Level 2 Intermediate
8:45-9:30pm Level 3 Moves and Grooves
Prices: Single Class: L1 $10, L2/3 $15; 4-week pass: L1 $40, L2/3 $60; 8-week pass: L1 $70, L2/3 $105.
Everyone Welcome, No partner required.
Please consult with your teacher before moving from a Beginners to an Intermediate class.
Mark is available for private lessons.
https://www.gottaswing.com.au/shop
Christmas Break (Brisbane) from 17 December - resuming on 19th January 2026
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VILLAGE ROCKERS
Beginners 4-step Rock n Roll dance classes:
Each Wednesday night 7:30-8:30pm
Downstairs in Old School Wharf St, Logan Village.
Contact: 0411 206 269 or 0418 717 492
Intermediate 4-step Rock n Roll dance classes:
Each Wednesday night, 7:30-9:30pm
Lions Hall, Wharf St, Logan Village.
Contact 0418 717 492
First class for the year - First week in February - 6 February
Last class for the year - first week in December (2nd Dec 2026)
Club Night Friday 6 February
Wear your favourite RED outfit to celebrate Valentine's Day early.
Band: The RocknRollaBillys
Club Social Night dance,
First Fri of the month, 7pm-11pm (doors open 6:30pm)
Jimboomba Hall. Cnr Johanna & Honora Sts, (large 12x14 dancefloor)
ALL WELCOME
Members $15, Visitors $20
BYO drinks & nibbles.
Raffles & lucky door.
Enquiries: 0417 727 566
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Mackay, Nth Qld
Sugar City Rock N Rollers Mackay Club
Wednesday Nights - 7pm-9:30pm / 4 Step Rock n Roll
Senior Citizens Hall - 58 Macalister St, Mackay
Prices: Yearly Membership $30 (Jan - Dec), Members: $7, Non-Members: $10
Club Socials approx. every 6-8 weeks - Goosies: North Mackay Bowls Club, Malcomson Street
Andergrove Community Hall, Celeber Drive: 1st Friday of month 7pm-10pm / DJ Al
Andergrove, Mackay 3rd Sun of month, 5pm-7pm / DJ Al
Web: https://www.sugarcityrocknroll.org
Email: rocknroll.mky@gmail.com
Facebook: Sugar City Rock and Roll Mackay Inc
Club Phone: 0408 983 911
Anne Duncan
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Burnett Rockers dance classes (click here for flyer)
Thursday nights
NEW VENUE! NEW REDUCED FEE!
Kingaroy Showgrounds, GB 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.
Tea, coffee, water available for gold coin donation.
E: burnettrockers@outlook.com
Find us on facebook.
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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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