SPECIAL PRE-COOLY ROCK N ROLL DANCE (click here for flyer)

N'n'G Jyve are holding an extra dance night on Tuesday 7th June, to get you warmed up for Cooly Rocks On TM. Our great Rock n Roll band, The Foxtails, will have you on the dance floor all night! Visitors very welcome!  Entry $15 (cash only, no EFTPOS) Venue: German Club, Jondique Ave, Merrimac. Meals and bar available for purchase. NO BYO drinks/food. We will have an Advanced dance class from 6:45pm and live music from 7:30pm.

Please check the gig guide times for Paradise Point Bowls Club from June as they're changing on Friday and Saturday nights.

BENEFIT CONCERT for Australia's Favourite Funnyman, Davo, as he battles a severy brain injury, Sunday 29th May, 1-4pm, at the Geebung RSL. Help us ease the pressure for Davo and his family with his long road to recovery. Fun, Frivolity, Great entertainment & prizes, and so much more! Win 2 Nights in a luxury 3 bedroom apartment, Noosa Keys Resort Noosaville. Champagne in the fridge on arrival, $50 voucher Zachary's Gourmet Pizza Bar & Grill on the beautiful Noosa River. Cabaret & Comedy with Deana Peher, Rob Rosenlund, Rob Stevenson, Steve Hill, Peter & Judy. $10 on entry incl raffle tickets. Ph the club & book now. Ph 07 3265 3711. Email: info@geebungrsl.com.au

Earlier report: Please keep a great entertainer, Dave Mitchell, known as Davo, in your prayers as he is in hospital in an induced coma for a couple of weeks, after suffering a traumatic brain injury he suffered after a fall from a seizure on Monday night. Dave continued to seizure in the ambulance and after 24 hours in emergency, they decided to put him into a coma to rest his brain. The ICU head doctor has told us the subarachnoid brain bleeds are in the worst part of the brain and when they wake him up, probably over the weekend, to expect some sort of brain damage - what and how bad they have no clue, then depending on that outcome he will remain in ICU for at least two weeks then will go into rehab. The doctors biggest fear if when they wake him his seizures start again, in which case they will put him back into a coma.

Our thought and best wishes go to Deb, Dave's wife, and family.

The first of our upcoming 2023 Music Cruise announcements.

Cruise N Groove & Choose Your Cruise present, the 50's & 60's music lovers' dream:

Blue Suede Cruise - Elvis Meets The Legends! Coming soon.

Register your interest here > http://eepurl.com/h00p75

COOLY ROCKS ONTM

Have released their itinerary. Download the Cooly Rocks On ap on your phone and click on Program Times.

I have entered the music/bands/artists and dance lessons into the June gig guide, or you can download it further down the newsletter under Coming Events - In Date Order.

LADIES NEW DANCING SHOES FOR SALE - Ladies Black with medium heel. (click here for photo, and here) Bought on line but they're too big. Never been worn. They have the book clasp with the buckle look. Should fit a size 39-40-41. Price: was $40, now $30, $20, Please contact Pauline for details, and I will pass on your contact no. to arrange a meeting with the seller.

MEN'S DANCING SHOES FOR SALE - (click here, and here and here for photos) Black and white mens 8+1/2 shoes for sale, All Leather Uppers, synthetic sole. Brand: Dance Styles, Calvin Products,  Pty Ltd, made in Qld. The Good Rocking Daddy's each had a pair made. Roger's were only worn when they played, so they're in great shape. $40 o.n.o. Please call Roger Dunlop on 0449 256 166 to make arrangements for fitting and pick up or delivery.

Bleyers Dance Shoes (copied from facebook)

Their factory will be closing down very soon for good.

If you are wanting their shoes go to www.bleyershoes.com.

It is cheaper to buy them direct from the UK (even with postage) than we can get there here is Aus.

Apologies to anyone selling them here but unfortuantely this is the case.

QLD UPDATE: Released on 5th April 2022

QLD Vaccine mandates ending for some venues including pubs, clubs, cafes, restaurants,

Theme Parks, casinos, cinemas,

Weddings,

Showgrounds,

Galleries, libraries, museums and stadiums from 1am on Thursday 14th April

Vaccination requirements will still apply in vulnerable settings such as

aged and disability care facilities,

hospitals,

schools and early childhood centres,

and prisons.

For more information visit www.qld.gov.au/health

Some dances that are in HALLS may allow unvaccinated people in.

It is hard to keep up with the latest, so please feel free to call the helpline 134 COVID (13 42 68), to find out for yourself.

For QLD updates go to https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/

NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet says singing and dancing is allowed from Fri 18th February at all venues, except music festivals with more than 1,000 people. Music Festivals can allow singing and dancing from 25th February.

Hospitals, aged and disability facilities may use their existing system for recording visitors. For all new updates for NSW please click on the following link:

https://www.nsw.gov.au/media-releases/nsw-government-update-to-covid-19-settings

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IF YOU'RE IN DOUBT WHETHER EVENTS ARE STILL ON, PLEASE CHECK WITH THE VENUE OR THE ARTISTS, changes happen often these days.

We must remember that most of our dancers in the Rock n Roll scene are in their 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s, and are in the  vulnerable group, so if anyone has any symptoms (even if it's 'just a cold') please stay home to protect everyone else.

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JOB OPPORTUNITY:

Tony Gordon is looking for one or potentially two hosts for the "National Music Trivia Company" (NMTC) for events that have been held in the past at the Italo Club.

Criteria:

Experience in front of a Microphone

Presentable

Can interact with an audience

Equipment applicant needs to supply:

Apple - I Pad or Laptop 

2 x Speakers  (with Stands)

1 x Mixer

1 x Microphone

1 x Black Cloth Cover

A home-based Printer

A reliable vehicle

NMTC, will supply all sets and folders as required.

NMTC will pay 15% higher than most other awards for a host.

I need Brisbane based hosts (Also in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth)

If you can please provide the following contact email :

tony@nationalmusictriviacompan.com 

as a contact (NOW), or the national toll-free number of 1300 852 952 that can be contacted any time, please.

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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: (in alphabetical order)

Qld Rock and Roll Diners and Cafes...

Ricks Diner in Palmwoods - magic little haunt.

The Thunderbird Cafe, Jones St, Mooloolabah

Victoria Point RnR Cafe, 7 Masters Ave

Eagle Rock Cafe Laidley, Eagle Rock Cafe, Toogoolawah.

Helltown Hotrods, in Gympie. Entertainment every Sunday.

And if you're in Hawaii check out Bubba Gumps. What a fantastic set up. The decor really rocks.

Retro Rialto, 56 Hargraves Rd, West End, Brisbane. New Restaurant 50s 60s Rock n Roll music, food (Chef cooked meals & alcohol.

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Beenleigh RSL

Regular Friday night entertainment from 6:00-10:00pm, and

on Thursdays twice a month from 11:30-1:30 with Linda Street.

Wed night trivia 7pm with Linda.

Call 3287 4000 to book now.

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Burleigh Bears

Entertainment on Fridays 7pm and Sundays 3:00pm

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The Burleigh Heads Bowls Club  -  

entertainment on Saturday nights. Great dance floor.

Bistro and bar service available.

PH: 5535 1023

Cnr Connor St & Park Ave, Burleigh

www.burleighbowls.org.au

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Burleigh Head Sports Club

Sunday afternoon Entertainment listed in the gig guide. Small dance floor.

THEY ARE DOING RENOVATIONS AND ARE TAKING OUT THE EXISTING DANCE FLOOR.

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CABOOLTURE RSL has been renamed Sports Central Caboolture. They have entertainment on Fri/Sat at 6pm and Sun at 2pm.

This is a different club from Caboolture Sports which also has entertainment.

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Carina Leagues Club - have ripped up their dance floor, I have been told.

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C.ex Coffs, C.ex Woolgoolga and C.ex Urunga (no entertainment listed, so no dancing- OPEN):

C.EX COFFS - Open from Monday 1 June 11am, members only.

C.EX WOOLGOOLGA - Open from Tuesday 2 June 11am, members only

C.EX URUNGA - Open from Wednesday 3 June 11am, members only.

No entertainment at these venues at this stage.

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City Golf Club Toowoomba, has restarted putting on a little entertainment.

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CLUB BEENLEIGH

entertainment is on, dancing allowed

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Club Pine Rivers have done renovations but there is still no dance floor, even though they put on entertainment in their cafe area.

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Club Robina (previously Robina Bowls Club) -

Ron Penhalligon Way, Robina

Have Friday night and Sunday afternoon solo entertainment (and a duo once a month).

Friday nights: 5:00-8:30pm

Sunday afternoons: 1-5pm

(Members priced drinks on Friday evenings, Members draw between 6-7pm).

Great meat or liquor Raffles available.

Bring your dancing shoes!

Once a month entertainment shows from Tommy Memphis with guest artist 11-2pm

Once a month entertainment shows from Mike Winkworth 11-2pm. CANCELLED ON 23 MARCH.

Friendly club, Asian meals available from the restaurant, or toasted sandwiches/muffins available from the bar.

Ph 5593 1011 for table bookings.

May:

Fri 27th:     Dave Gray

Sat 28th:     The Bartenders - George Harvey & Tommy Memphis - entertainment at it's best.

          VIP Dance floor seating with drink $20.00 - soft drink, G/L House wine, schooner tap beer, or coffee.

          General reserved seating $15.00. Bookings required, 07 5593 1011.

Sun 29th:     Elephant Rock (Rock n Roll)

June:

Fri 3rd:     Alice Anderson

Sun 5th:     Mike Winkworth

Fri 10th:     Raff De

Sun 12th:     Colin & The Dynamos

Fri 17th:     Mark Redmayne

Sun 19th:     Kaffene Duo

Fri 24th:     Laura Doolan

Sun 26th:     Chi Chi

July:

Sat 9th:     Living in the 70's. Tickets on sale now. 07 5593 1011.

WEDNESDAY ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE: (click here for flyer)

Wednesday 25th May, 11am - 2pm, $10 tickets, doors open 10am. Mike Winkworth - Spotlight On.

Wednesday 8th June, 11am - 2pm, $10 tickets, doors open 10am. Tommy Memphis presents: The Muso behind the music! with special guest Issi Dye.

Wednesday 13th July: 11am - 2pm, $10 tickets, doors open 10am. Tommy Memphis presents: The Muso behind the msuic! With special guest David Gray.

Ph 07 5593 1011.

Email: info@clubrobina.com.au

Facebook: ClubRobinaQLD

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Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta, Ph 5536 4050

For their up-to-date programme go to their website and click on Activities www.coolangattaseniors.com.au

Current Dance Dates for The Tony Gilbert Sound - Modern Ballroom, Sequence and Old Time Dance Music:

Saturday night - New Vogue:  starting 6:30-10:00pm, Main Hall, $15 (silver members $4). Patti & Tony 0417 389 650

Monday:  1:00-2:45pm      Ukulele - beginners 1-2 & intermediate 2-2.45pm

Monday:  7:00pm               Swing & Jitterbug: Hall front, $5 Contact George 0466 099 997

Phone:     Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre: 07 5536 4050 / 0400 706 329

Tuesday:   9:00-10:00am   Tap Dancing, Room 5, $5 (Silver members $4)

Tuesday:   10:30-11:30am  Ballet for Seniors, Room 5, $5 (Silver members $4)

Tuesday:    12:30-1:30pm   NEW! Guitar Lessons and playing group - from beginners to advanced, Room 1,

                                        Free for the first month, then $5 (Silver members $4)

Tuesday:  12:30-3:30pm     New Vogue Social Dancing, Main Hall,  $7 members / $10 mom-member, Live Music, incl afternoon tea.

Phone Dianne to book for Saturday & Tuesday 0417 389 650

Wednesday: 08:00-09:00am Dance exercise, Room 5

Thursday:  9:00-11:45am   New Vogue: Live Music Main Hall, Week 1,3,5 Ken, Week 2,4 Col & Elizabeth $5 (Silver members $4)

Thursday: 12:15-2:30pm    Line Dancing. $5pp Main Hall (Silver members $4)

Thursday: 6:00-9:30pm      Border Rockers *Independent activity

Fridays: 9:00-10:00am      Tap Dancing, Room 5. $5 members (Silver members $4.00)

Fridays: 10:00-11:15am     Yoga, Room 5

Fridays: 11:30-12:30pm    Rock & Roll - basic learners, booking required please, Room 5

Fridays: 1:00-3:00pm        New Vogue/Sequence Dance Lessons, Main Hall

Coolangatta Senior Citizens Club

2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Dances During Cooly Rocks On TM

6:30pm start time.

Entry:  $25pp or 2 nights for $20

Call reception and to Reserve your tickets, and

Pay via CC over the phone to 07 5536 4050.

They will text a receipt to you, and email your tickets.

Programme:

Tuesday 7th:     Floorburners

Wednesday 8th:     Michael Asma

Thursday 9th:     Border Rockers dance with Little Stevie & The Tail Fins (booked out)

Friday 10th:          Route 66 (booked out)

Saturday 11th:     Rockafellas (tickets nearly all gone, be quick)

Email: info@coolangattaseniors.com.au

www.coolangattaseniors.com.au

Phone Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre: 07 5536 4050 / 0400 706 329

We look forward to welcoming you ALL back.

All other sessions please call the centre to book in.

Open Monday to Sunday. Wee our website and activity planner

www.coolangattaseniors.com.au

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Diggers Sports Club (previously Surfers RSL) - The Club is Open.

Mondays: Jazz in Paradise from 1-5pm. Lunch can be ordered from 12 noon. (& Guest artist)  Karaoke 4:30pm.

Wednesdays are dance days:

Rock n Roll  dance afternoons from 1:00-5:00pm - with Boogie Boyz. Plenty of room on the dance floor.

Car parking in the Bruce Bishop car park opposite in Beach Road at a cost of $5 for the day.

If you're not working, come and have a fun afternoon.

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The Don's Place, The Best Little Honky Tonk in Town. - what a great new venue!!!

12 Energy Cres, Molendinar

Bands:

Saturday 14th May:  Razzle Dazzle Trio

CLOSED FOR TWO WEEKS  (ON 21ST AND 28TH).

REOPENS ON SATURDAY 4TH JUNE.

BYO drinks/nibbles, $15 entry fee.

Country, foot stomping good time, music to Line Dance/Rock n Roll to, with a few slow cuddly ones thrown in.

12 Energy Crescent, Molendinar.

Email: thedonsplace!@gmail.com

Phone Don 0439 731 035

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EASTS LEAGUES - OPEN - entertainment

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT REINSTATED FROM APRIL, Entertainment Friday night and Monday mornings.

Gig Guide is updated.

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On the third Sunday of each month (except January) between 2:00 and 4:00 pm,

at the Geebung Bowls Club,

Brisbane’s Second Wind Big Band will be resuming its series of concert dances -

celebrating the 75th anniversary of Allied Forces big band concert tours in Queensland during WW2.

The Second Wind Big Band is a not-for-profit community band, and if you are so inclined, bring your dancing shoes because there will be a large dance floor directly in front of the bandstand.

For further information please phone Arthur on 0407 590513.  

Car park entry off Robinson Road West, Geebung, (opp Meals on Wheels).

Entry $6.00 incl lucky door prize. Fresh scones with jam & cream $2 for afternoon tea, raffle and dance floor, tea & coffee available.

For  table bookings: Geebung Bowls Club 3263 3133.

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GOLD COAST COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB INC 

 CHARITY FUND RAISING DAY, all proceeds to  Giveit, Queensland Flood Appeal

 ALL WELCOME, to  help support this worthy cause.

11.00 am Start... SUNDAY 29th May, 2022  till 5.00 pm. 

Mermaid Beach Bowls Club, 9 Markeri St, Mermaid Beach Qld 4218. Phone: 5572 3463

Air-Conditioned, fabulous food, at reasonable prices, and Bar service, tea and coffee.

We will have Guest Bands, Logan Beaudesert CMC, and Twin Rivers Country Music Club, and Members.

Vocalists and musicians, will entertain you with some great Country Music.  

Lots of raffles, and money Board, on the day $5.00 entry 

Please phone,  Band Leader Steve Fisher, 0427 538 266.

Steve also a teacher of Banjo and Guitar. (Special price for mention of GCCMC.)

Please refer to Facebook page for updates, link below.

SUNDAY  6th JUNE, 2022, also Social Day, commencing at 11.00 am till  5.00 pm ENTRY  $5.00 non members.

You are asked to join Gold Coast CMC, after three practice sessions.  

MEMBERSHIP FEES:  DUE prior to 30th June, 2022 as below

 High School students, please contact us, you will be supported by our Band Manager Steve Fisher, and the Band.

Juniors 8 years up to 16 years, $1.00 joining fee, & free entry, to Sunday Socials. Please phone if you wish to join in, no obligation. 

Joining fee : 16 years to 65 years $7.50 or $6.00 pensioners... Club Members, Entry fee $4.00. Non-Members $5.00, Social Sundays. 

Thank you to Q Growers Market, Q Super Centre, for a great fruit and Vegetable tray, for our raffles. 

Thank you, ChemPro Chemist, at Q Super Centre, for donating beautiful gifts & raffle arrangements.

Thank you This Is Australia Migration Services, for Printing newsletters, and support.

We kindly ask, all performers please keep it Country Music. (Ask if you are unsure.)

Information: Please phone  President: Eve,  Mobile 0412 054 188:  for all information 

Email: Eve, President /Secretary   evep.gccountrymusic@outlook.com

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

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Gold Coast Croation Sporting Club

181 Nerang-Broadbeach Rd, Carrara.

Food, Drinks, fun, Rock n Roll dancing, 1:00-4:00 Sunday Arvo.

Sunday 29th May -    (Click here for flyer)

Band: Blue Jeans (Name change from Mike & The Blue Jeans)

Come and try out the newly polished dance floor!

Free Entry.

Coming up in June:

Saturday 25th June, doors from 6:00pm, show at 8:00pm.

Brody Finlay - Elvis Through the Years.  (Click here for flyer)

$40 & $60 Gourmet Dinner show options.

Book now - reserved seating

https://www.stickytickets.com.au/XHR81 or ph 0418 751 637 for details.

Sunday 26th June, Rock n Roll Matinee Show - POSTPONED UNTIL 24th JULY due to circumstances out of our control. All tickets already purchased will transfer to the new date or be refunded.

2:00-4:00pm

Dennis Knight - The King of Rock n Roll with his Rock n Roll Band.  (Click here for flyer)

https://www.stickkytickets.com.au/7Q3XN or ph 0418 751 637

$30 single ticket includes Meza gourmet delight plus

other foods available to purcchase.

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

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

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

Bookings essential Ph 5575 1966 -  

February

Mondays:           Closed

Tuesdays:          Closed

Wednesdays:     Gold Coast Rockers

  May 25:          Rockafellas, 7:30-9:30pm    

Thursdays:          Closed to public in May - open for private function. 6-10pm

Fridays:          Latin Nights, 7-10pm

Saturdays:          Dance nights 7-10pm

Sundays:          Rock n Roll Dance afternoons are here to stay, 12-4pm

May

Fri 27th:          Julio & Tamara ($5 entry)

Sat 28th:          Brendon Chase as Elvis, one night only, $30 entry. Call us now or click the link:

               https://checkout.square.site/buy/7GKHW7JWYZJYOW67CMWRHI7W

Sun 29th:          Route 66 duo (Great Rock n Roll band) Razzle Dazzle band ($5 entry)

June

Fri 3rd:          Alex Lungaro (Latin), $5 entry

Sat 4th:          Michael Asma (Rock n Roll/Country),

Sun 5th:          The Foxtails (great Rock n Roll band) $5 entry

Fri 10th:          Julio & Tamara

Sat 11th:          The Roy Orbison Tribute show starring Glenn Douglas plus host Issi Dye presenting The Everly Bros Tribute show, $15.

Sun 12th:          Michael Asma (Rock n Roll/Line/Partner dancing) $5 entry

Fri 17th          Alex Lungaro (Latin), $5

Sat 18th:          The Rolling Stones Experience, with special guest Laura Doolan. 7-10pm. Tickets $33, Bookings: 07 5575 1966

Sun 19th:          Route 66 (Rock n Roll band) $5 entry

Fri 24th:          Julio & Tamara (Latin) $5 entry

Sat 25th:          TBC:

Sun 26th:          Floorburners (Rock'n' Roll/Modern Jive) $5 entry

July

Sat 9th:          The Beatlegs (the Ultilmate Beatles Tribute Show). $20pp entry. bookings 5575 1966 or https://square.link/u/h3MJ5YRs

Sat 30th:          Floorburners. Modern Jive Dance Party.

Marco's Italian Restaurant open for delicious Italian Meals 

Note: due to ongoing  Omicron outbreak the club is open for lunch Fridays and Sundays only. 11:30-2:30

Dinner on Wed/Thu/Fri/Sat from 5:00-8:30pm.

Thank you for your patience and look forward to seeing you at the club soon.

Fun, friends, family and community atmosphere.

18 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters Qld 4226.

Ph: (07) 5575 1966 or

0499 074 910

reception@italoaustralianclub.com

https://italoaustralianclub.com.au

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Helltown Hotrods,  1009 Old Bruce Hwy, Kybong, Gympie Qld 4570.

Sat 10-4 pm Sun 10-4pm

Licensed Bar, Cafe, Hotrod Builds and restorations, Old school signs, Auto fabrication, Customising,

Cafe, Shop, Showroom Sundays live music, Family

Dolly Dukes Diner, Ph 0431 109 728

Bookings not essential but recommended

Blues on Saturdays 12:00-3:00pm and Rock n Roll on Sundays 11:30am - 2:30pm

DOLLY DUKES DINER IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE, DUE TO THE CURRENT SITUATION WITH COVID & RESTRICTIONS.

You don't have to book but to secure a table it is best to book, walk ins welcome.

Ph 0431 109 728 or message the facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/Hell-Town-Hotrods

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Kedron-Wavell Services Club Inc.

WE ARE EXCITED TO BE BACK!

No promotional discounts, offers, points or vouchers will be able to be used for payment at this time.

Staff are onsite from 10.30am every day to make a booking. PHONE US DIRECT TO BOOK ON 07 3350 0920.  

Please remember that we must comply with COVID19 dining directives. We highly recommend you join when entering the foyer to make the process quick and easy for you. We are offering all non members the chance to join instantly for a 1 year for a $1 digital membership!

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Marburg Dances:

Saturdays,  only every 2 weeks or so, all dates in the gig guides with bands.

Showgrounds Hall, 54 Queen St.

7-11pm Saturdays. $20pp for Let's Dance Band, or $15pp for all other bands, correct money please.

BYO supper/drinks, no alcohol under Covid plan.

Limited numbers, no walk ins, RSVP (bookings essential)

To book please give us your details...

Name, Address, Phone Number & Postcode.

Please do one of the following:

Email us at marburgshow@gmail.com

or text Sue Kinde 0409 481 681

or text Ross Buchanan 0477 772 531.

Thanks.

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Maryborough Sports Club - Music is starting to happen again but not every weekend.

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Memphis Mayhem Radio station is based on the Gold Coast, and a good Rock n Roll station.

Tommy Memphis joins Rebb each Friday morning. Tommy has stopped this temporarily due to how busy he is.

Tune into 101.3FM - check them out on:

http://www.memphismayhemradio.com/

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Palmwoods Bowls Club

Blues Night - various artists

First Thursday of month @ 7pm.

$5 entry. 2 dance floors

Courtesy Bus available.

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The Paradise Point Bowls Club

MAY

27th     Rockafellas   Justin Banks Solo 5-8:30.    Rima T & The Soulbeats 8:45pm-11:30pm

Saturday night, Bar stage 6:00-10:00

28th:     Soulmen (Blues Bros) 7:30pm start

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

29th:     Mikky & The Other Guy

JUNE: (NOTE: CHANGES TO TIMES)

Friday night, Bar stage 5:00 - 8:30 Solos          8:45pm-11:30pm Bands

3rd:          Jason Shepherd               3rd:     Rikashay Trio

10th:          Phil Guest                    10th:     Rima T & The Soulbeats

17th:          Col Wilson                    17th:     The Chevies

24th:          Justin Banks                    24th:      Rima T & The Soulbeats

24th:4th

Saturday night, Bar stage  (NOTE CHANGES TO TIMES)

4th:     5:00-8:30pm           Mark Weare                 4th:     8:45pm-11:30pm Rima T & The Soulbeats

11th:     6:00-10:00pm      Tommy Memphis (Birthday Draw)

18th:     5:00-8:30pm           Mark Windle       18th:  8:30pm-11:30pm  Open Mic with Razzle Dazzle

25th:   7:30pm          Dusty & the Divas          

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

5th:     Billy Guy Solo

12th:     Dave Thompson Duo

19th:     Twenty 4 Twelve

26th:     Moana Duo

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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Redlands Big Band Dance

Cleveland Assembly Hall, Smith St, Cleveland

Dates for the Redlands Big Band Dance Nights for 2022:

Saturday 13 Aug 2022

Saturday 15 Oct 2022

All dances will feature:

- The Redlands Big Band playing mostly uptempo Swing with some Latin & Ballroom styles as well

- The Smith Street Stompers, a combo playing uptempo old school Jazz

Ballroom size prepared dance floor

Licensed bar.

Doors 6:30pm, bands from 7:00pm

Admission: $20 includes a drink token to use at the bar.

Tickets at the door (cash or eftpos)

To make a booking for a table of 8 please email

redlandcitybands@gmail.com or call 0400 529 451

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CLUB CHANGE OF NAME:

The Sherwood Services Club has had a name change to Westside HQ, 3 Clewley St, Corinda 4075, Ph 3379 8555.

https://www.westsidehq.org.au/whats-on/music/

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Southport RSL - Now have Friday / Saturday / Sunday and Monday free entertainment.

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Southport Yacht Club - provide entertainment, but access is for members and their guests only. If you're not with a member, no entry.

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SOUTH TWEED SPORTS CLUB: Open Entertainment on again, good dancing music.

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SEAGULLS: New dance floor with dance classes with Mark Wilson.

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BALLINA RSL - Open - More entertainment is happening these days.

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Sporties Tuncurry, NSW

DeeJay Jimmy D's Rock n Roll Dance Party

50's in Style Rhythm Impact!

Every 4th Saturday each month

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SUNNYBANK SPORTS & COMMUNITY - have now got live entertainment on every day of the week except Tuesdays.  

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Tamborine Diner is back - 12 Main Western Rd, Tamborine Mountain. Ph 5545 0406 for bookings.

Every Friday night - Live music is back by Indigo Dusk.

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TWIN TOWNS:   Entertainment listed in Gig Guides.

Dancing is back!

Dust off those dance shoes. Free Live entertainment:

Twin Towns (Qld time)

  Fridays 7:30pm

  Saturdays 7:30pm

  Wednesdays 2pm

  Sundays 2pm

Club Banora (NSW time)

  Fridays 5pm

Juniors (NSW Time),

  Sundays 1pm.

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Woongoolba Hall  - 1st Saturday of the month during the year, except January.

2022 Dance Dates:

7 May, 4 June, 2 July, 6 Aug, 3 Sept, 1 Oct, 5 Nov, 3 Nov.   (click here for flyer)

Bookings essential - and are open now. To Book Please text 0412172332, with name and details of attendees.

(We are a community hall not a club, as such proof of Vac not essential however we will be working a covid safe plan and subject to conditions at the time may also be temperature checking on entry. If you are unwell please respect others and stay at home.)

NEW - Morning Melodies , Morning Tea or Lunch, Great food, Good Music, Third Thursday of Each Month, 10:30am - 2:00pm

(programme below).  Bookings ESSENTIAL please. 0439 374 027 or enquirieswoongoolbahall@gmail.com (click here for flyer)

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 $22 per person ($25 for non seniors), 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.

We are only a small organisation so bookings are essential. We are happy for you to pay on the day but would ask you to consider that we need as accurate numbers as possible.

Our inaugural Morning Melodies confidentially begins on St.Pattys day. We’d would love your support, it promises to be such great fun, but please take a look over page and see what interest you . 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.

23 June.   Keeping Up Appearances (high tea, bar available)

21 July.     Music Hall - Musical bingo with prices, 2-course lunch, bar available.

18 Aug      Ekka, Show Time, Fairy Floss, toffee apples, sample bags & more. Lunch is Ekka High Tea, incl dagwood dogs, cheese on a stick,

            mini hamburgers, hot chips, strawberry ice-creams and coconut ice. Bar available.

15 Sept     Tin Rattle - celebrating German Migrants, stories from 1864 on. Lunch is 2-course meal. Bar available

20 Oct       As Time Goes Bye - reminiscing, proto presentation of times gone by. High tea, bar available.

17 Nov      Blazing Saddles. Country hoe down, Substantial  dinner, loaded potatoes with choice of sauces & sides. Dessert. Bar available.

15 Dec     Jingle Bells - Christmas High Tea.

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

($12 incl plated supper, children under 15 free),

7:30pm. Doors open 6:30pm

Pimpama Island and District Community Centre, aka Woongoolba Hall

1226 Stapylton Jacobs Well Rd, Woongoolba, 4207 7:30pm

fun - dance - supper - bar

Music by: Wayne Caldwell & BitterSweet

Ph Gail Holder/Kleinschmidt

0412 172 332

www.jitters.com.au/woongoolba-hall

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.stickytickets.com.au/89248

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COMING EVENTS - IN DATE ORDER

Please check with the organisers if events are still on if in doubt.

Some may be cancelled and I haven't been told. Pauline

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, 2 October 2022 at 3:00am (clock fwd), Ends 2nd April 2023 (clock back)

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On Saturdays

Rockabilly Australia's Carrara Markets

Pop Up Shop

Dance shoes, clothing & tuition.

www.cadillacrockers.com with My JuJu Dance Fever

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FESTIVALS ON THE MURRAY - FROM APRIL TO NOVEMBER 2022 - PLEASE SEE FLYER ON NEXT PAGE, OR CLICK ON THIS LINK TO DOWNLOAD A COPY.

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Annual Tamborine Country Mammoth Market

24th July, 08:00am

Bearded Dragon Hotel

Stall applications NOW OPEN for the biggest Tamborine Mammoth Country Market.

Support Local Small business and Live Local Music Bands & Artists.

Email enquiries for stallholders and markets to events@beardeddragon.com.au

Otherwise, fill out our online form and await approval from our team.

Live Music, Animal Zoo, Free entry, Garden Bar, Food Truck, Kids entertainment, All Day Dining.

Live Music & Family entertainment.

Support the Local Tamborine Rural Fire Brigade & Wildlife Charities and many LOCAL Small Businesses,

Artists and crafts people who really need your support of their small local businesses.

Live Music on the main stage & live music & Kids activities & Animal Zoo & more.

Call us on (07) 5543 6888 to book your table.

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Country Music Tour

Adam Brand; James Blundell; Matt Cornell

Tickets available at

www.trybooking.com/BVUGO

Other tour dates and venues:

Thu Aug 25th:  Gympie Music Muster, Amamoor

Fri Sept 30th:   Savahhan in the Round, Mareeba

Sat Dec 3rd:     Capital Hill.

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Friday 27th May 2022, 7:00-11:00pm

Geebung Bowls Club, 21 Thompson St, Zillmere

Fundraising Night for MS Queensland

NO BYO alcohol as full bar facilities available

Please note that no food can be brought onto the premises

Cost: Adults $10pp - Kids (16yrs & under) $8pp

Hot meals available between 6:00-8:00pm

RSVP: Contact: Stuart and Michael (07) 3865 4139 - no later than 12th May 2022 for catering purposes

Theme: "Black" in memory of those who have left us.

Hosted by "The Boys That Dance"

Come along and support this great event.

New Groove Jazz Ensemble will be performing!

Heaps of fun - Trivia, Games and Social Dancing from 7pm

Get in early! Book a table and bring along all your friends.

Contact Stuart to book and pay IN FULL to reserve the best table positions for the evening. Tables will hold 8 people.

Bookings based on First in, Best positions basis.

Ph: 07 3865 4139

Email: stuartdm58@gmail.com

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28th May 10:00am - 6:00pm

CSI Southport

Rockabilly Festival

A FREE family market day with amazing Classic Cars,Market Stalls and loads of family fun for everyone.

Classic Cars

Laneway Amarkets

Live bandsRockl 'n' Roll danjcing

Food trucks

Rock 'n' Roll DJ's

Pin-Up Girls

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Rock Under The Clock, Brisbane

Saturday 28th May - save the date

late 50s and 60's music.

American Pie - the Birth of Rock & Roll

Further details to come. Tickets on sale soon.

In the meantime, tell your friends, get a table together for a great night of song, dance and nostalgic memories.

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Saturday 28th May from 7:00-10pm

Lawnton Showgrounds.

TO BE CONFIRMED, Epilepsy Fundraiser event by Rock 'n' Roll Boys

Charity fundraiser. Come and dance your heart out for a great cause!

Two great bands - The Rock n Roll Boys and Kenny and the Retro Rockers.

$15 entry

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June 3rd, 6:00pm

Nambour RSL

Rock 'n' Roll Boys

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4th & 5th June (click here for flyer)

Pacific International Rock'n'Roll & Swing Dance Championship.

Australia & NZ Competitors.

Venue: Wynnum State School, 81 Boxgrove Ave, Wynnum Qld 4178.

For more informational please contact us through our facebooik page or get in touch with one of the event organisers.

Organisers: John Watson, 0407 147 181 jwatson55@outlook.com.au or

Marcia Summers, 0417 184 644, arrdc1947@bigpond.com

www.pacificintlchampt.wixsite.com/pacificinternational

www.facebook.com/PacificInternationalDanceChampionship/

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Coolangatta Senior Citizens Club

2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Dances During Cooly Rocks On TM

6:30pm start time.

Entry:  $25pp or 2 nights for $20

Call reception and to Reserve your tickets, and

Pay via CC over the phone to 07 5536 4050.

They will text a receipt to you, and email your tickets.

Programme:

Tuesday 7th:     Floorburners

Wednesday 8th:     Michael Asma

Thursday 9th:     Border Rockers dance with Little Stevie & The Tail Fins (booked out)

Friday 10th:          Route 66 (booked out)

Saturday 11th:     Rockafellas (tickets nearly all gone, be quick)

Email: info@coolangattaseniors.com.au

www.coolangattaseniors.com.au

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Tuesday 7th June, 10:30am

Twin Towns showroom

Issi Dye & The Legends of Rock 'n' Roll

60's Tony Worsley / Chris Knight as Buddy Holly / Glen Douglas as Roy Orbison /

the Everly Bros and Johnny O'Keefe Tribute Show.

Tickets only $10-$15,

via www.twintowns.com.au

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SPECIAL PRE-COOLY ROCK N ROLL DANCE

N'n'G Jyve are holding an extra dance night on Tuesday 7th June, to get you warmed up for Cooly Rocks On TM. Our great Rock n Roll band, The Foxtails, will have you on the dance floor all night! Visitors very welcome!  Entry $15 (cash only, no EFTPOS) Venue: German Club, Jondique Ave, Merrimac. Meals and bar available for purchase. NO BYO drinks/food. We will have an Advanced dance class from 6:45pm and live music from 7:30pm.

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8-12 June 2022

Cooly Rocks On TM

Coolangatta, Gold Coast, QLD

Celebrating The Motors, Music & Lifestyle of Yesteryear.

For itinerary: Download the Cooly Rocks On ap on your phone and click on Program Times.

http://bit.ly/CRO_Artists

Lineup: The Hydrant (Ind); The Flattrakkers;  Ezra Lee & Louis King;  A Band Called Twang;  The Satellites;

Hank's Jalopy Demons, Palomino III;  Jake & The Cadillacs;  The Hellcat III; The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest;

The Kieron McDonald Combo; Dezzie D & The Stingrayz; Ross & The Wildest;  The Wet Fish; Slim Gritty;  The Doo Wop Dolls;

The Australian Buddy Holly Show & the Girls of Rock 'n' Roll;  Morse Code & the Secret Squirrels; Mal Wood Dance Band;

Issi Dye Presents: The Legends of Rock 'n' Roll Show; Ross & the Wildest;

The Roy Orbison Tribute Show; Swingabilly Ray; DJ Lori Lee, DJ Leapin' Lawrie & Many More

With special appearances from:

The Johnny O'Keefe Story starring Vicky O'Keefe

Plus Elvis Tribute Artists: Jack Gatto; Brendon Chase, Che Orton (NZ); Brody Finlay.

VIP LEGENDS PASS 2022 - WED 8 JUNE - SUN  12 JUNE 2022

ON SALE NOW!  GET IN QUICK! SELLING FAST!

From VIP seating to meet and greetsd, exclusive events throughout the festival, a beachfront bar & a series of special 'king' style gifts, plus so much more, get ready to take your festival experience to the next level. Buy your ticket today!

www.coolyrockson.com

facebook.

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Wednesday 8th June 9am-5:30pm and Thursday 9th June  9:00am-5:30pm (click here for timetable)

Gotta Swing Dance Workshops with 6 other Dance Teachers

The Strand, Level 1 / 72-80 Marine Parade (beside the Pancake Diner) (you have to walk through the diner to the dance lesson area)

Win a pair of Juju Dance Shoes!

For teacher bio links visit www.gottaswing.com.au

Ph 0415 666 523

Drop-in 1 hour workshops.

$10 No bookings required.

FREE SOCIAL DANCING AT THE END OF EACH DAY WITH DJ RHYTHM MAN MARK UNTIL 10PM, KIDS WELCOME.

Wednesday June 8th:

9:00am -  10:00am  Mark & Jane - Gotta Swing      L1 Charleston

10:15am - 11:15am Mark & Jane - Gotta Swing      L1 Lindy Hop Basics

11:30am - 12:30pm Mark & Jane - Gotta Swing      L1 Frankie 99 Routine

12:45am - 1:45pm   Mark & Jane - Gotta Swing      L1 The Madison

2:00pm  -  3:00pm  Shirley - Lonewolf Rockabilly  L1 Rockabilly

3:15pm -  4:15pm   Shirley - Lonewolf Rockabilly  L2 Rockabilly

4:30pm -  5:30pm   Anne & Rein -Hooked on Rock L1 Rock 'n' Roll

Thursday June 9th:

9:00am - 10:00am  Ray & Chrissy - Swing On In     L1 Lindy Hop

10:15am - 11:15am Ray & Chrissy - Swing On In    L2 LIndy Hop

11:30am - 12:30pm Mark & Jane - Gotta Swing       L1 Balboa

12:45pm - 1:45pm  Mark & Jane - Gotta Swing        L2 Balboa

2:00pm -  3:00pm   Anne & Rein - Hooked on Rock L2 Rock n Roll Routine

3:15pm - 4:15pm    Helen & Colin - Let's Dance R'n'R L1 Rock 'n' Roll

4:30pm - 5:30pm    Helen & Colin - Let's Dance R'n'R L2 Rock 'n' Roll

Friday June 10th:

9:00am - 10:00am   Shirley, Lonewolf Rockabilly, L1 Rockabilly

10:15am - 11:15am Shirley, Lonewolf Rockabilly, L2 Rockabilly

11:30am -12:30pm  Scott & Arrianne, SwingPatrol, L1,Get Wrapped in Lindy

12:45pm - 1:45pm   Scott & Arrianne, SwingPatrol, L2 Lindy Hop tricks

2:00pm - 3:00pm     Nelda, Easy Beat Rock'n'Roll, L2 Partner dance

3:15pm - 4:15pm     Nelda, Easy Beat Rock'n'Roll, L2 Partner Dance

4:30pm - 5:30pm    Jon & Zoe, Alley Catz, L2 Rock'n'Roll

Saturday June 11th:

9:00am - 10:00am   Jon & Zoe, Alley Catz, L2 Rock'n'Roll

10:15am - 11:15am Scott & Celia, Swing Patrol, L2 Lindy Hop Magic

11:30am - 12:30pm Adrian & Ryshell, Soul Dance, L1 Rock 'n' Roll

12:45pm - 1:45pm   Adrian & Ryshell, Soul Dance, L2 Rock 'n' Roll

Sunday June 12th:

9:00am - 10:00am   Mark & Jane, Gotta Swing, L1 Lindy Progressive

10:15am - 11:15am Jon & Zoe, Alley Catz, L2 Rock'n'Roll

11:30am - 12:30pm Adrian & Ryshell, Soul Dance, L2 Rock'n'Roll

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Rock n Roll, partner & line dancing with Victoria's DJ Jeff  (click here for flyer)

South Tweed Sports Club, 4 Minjungbal Drv, Tweed Heads. ph 07 5524 3655

Downstairs in the Auditorium

Wednesday 8th June - 7-10:30pm &

Monday afternoon 13th June, 1-6pm.

Entry $10.

Best dance floor @ Cooly Rocks On TM.

Bookings essential - limited seating.

Susanne: 0418 396 085.

Beachbreak Bus Service will be available ON CALL

07 5590 8332 / 0403 323 678 (please call early to book).

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Border Rockers - Dance Party (click here for flyer)

Thursday 9th June, 6:30 until late.

Rock n Roll and Rockabilly to

Little Stevie & The Tail Fins

at the Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Raffles & lucky door prizes

BYO drinks (incl water) and nibbles.

ALL WELCOME

Tickets $25.

Contact Trevor: Text 0428 552 550 or email

borderrockers02@gmail.com

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Dolphins Harbourside Hotel, Tweed

Thursday June 9th:     Dance On

Friday June 10th:          Elephant Rock

Saturday June 11th:     Elephant Rock

Sunday June 12th:          TBC

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Fri 10th and Sat 11th June

Seagulls Divine Rock Weekend, Tweed Heads West

Friday 10th:  4:00pm      Little Stevie & The Tail Fins

           7:30pm      Cherry Divine

Saturday 11th: 4:00pm     Memphis Cowboys

           7:30pm     Wet Fish

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Sunday 12th June, 4:00-7:00pm

Rainbow Bay Surf Club, 2 Snapper Rocks, Coolangatta

The great legend, Digger Revell will entertain you!

Bookings recommended.

Ph (07) 5536 6390

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Ryno Insurance Downunder Beachfest 2022

Caloundra, Sunshine Coast

June 8th - 12th 2022.

Entertainers: Billy Guy (Jazz/Blues, Pub Rock, Country Rock/Aussie, Country Favourites, Line Dancing, Partner Dancing, Rock & Roll & Swing. www.billyguysoloentertainer.net

Plus Kenny & The Retro Rockets

Plus Rock & Roll Boys

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Saturday 11th June,6:00-10:00pm

Hanger Dance (Downunder Beachfest), Queensland Air Museum, Pathfinder Drive, Caloundra.

Rock n Roll and Swing Dance in the main Hanger amongst the Planes.

Two Bands:  Wild Ones and The Rhythm Ratz.

There will be room reserved for your hotrod or custom beside The Hangar. You will need to be there by 4:30pm.

Pre-booked tickets available. Tables of 8 or more can be pre-booked.

Info & Tickets: John: 0419 427 128 (contact John your payment reference)

BSB: 638-010, AC NO: 1441 0974 (add your surname as reference).

Website is updated, entries open now. Itinerary (subject to change) and Merchandise are on the website.

https://beachfestdownunder.com/

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Wintersun 2.0

UPDATE ON 20TH MAY:

We've just been informed that the Mudgeeraba Show has been cancelled due to the poor state of Mudgeeraba Showground. The rain has saturated to the sight and they say that it won't cope with vehicles driving on it. Wintersun 2.0 is scheduled for 2 weeks after the show so I think we're in the same boat. Stay tuned for an update and more details.

NEW DATES: We've locked in 9th and 10th of July for Wintersun 2.0 - 2022 in Mudgeeraba

Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, Gold Coast, Qld

Entries now open. Message us with your email details and we'll send you an entry form. (facebook Wintersun 2.0)

Car entry, Food, Markets and Campers.

Band Line-Up:

Sat 9th July

B Daddy and the Double Ds

The Bower Boys

Smokin' Firebirds

Saturday 9th night:

Itchy fingers (venue to be announced)

Sunday 10th July

Little Stevie & The Tailfins

The Linelockers

Itchy Fingers.

There's more to come, keep an eye on FB for details.

Live Music - Rockabilly, Rock, Country

Show 'n Shine - Hot Rods, Street Rods, Customs, Msucle cars, Gassers, Lowriders, Choppers, Bobbers, Club Racers.

Kulture

Kids entertainment

Markets,

Food Trucks & Beer Garden too!

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21-31 July 2022

Jumpers and Jazz in July, Warwick, Qld

Cigany Weaver appearing Saturday 30th July  (Gypsy Jazz)

Front Woman, Jo Davie's soaring vocals combine with the fiery violin, dynamic Guitars and driving Rhythm section to create a purely acoustic group that effortlessly navigates the musical nexus between intimacy and raucousness.

Aaron West and the Custodians appearing Sunday 31st July.

Mal Wood Quartet appearing Sunday 31st July.

www.jumpersandjazz.com.au

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Saturday 23rd July (new date), 7:00-11:00pm

Village Rockers, Annual Gala Fund Raiser

NEW VENUE: Chambers Flat Hall, 49-65 Kenny Rd, Chambers Flat

Lucky Door & Raffle Prizes. Doors open 6pm.

Band: The Tri-Tones

Please bring nibbles and drinks for your table only.

Raising Money for Disaster Relief.

Entry: Members $15, Visitors $20

Must pre-pay for tickets. Seats held for pre-payments.

Bookings please call Del 0418 717 492

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Greazefest 2022

Kustom Kulture Festival

Friday July 29, Saturday July 30, Sunday July 31st

Redlands Showgrounds, Cleveland, Qld

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Razzle Dazzle Rockers, Coffs Harbour  

Friday 29th, Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st JULY 2022 (click here for flyer)

Rewind Weekend  

Venue: Sawtell RSL Club

Always a fantastic weekend, this year we are having 4 really good bands, 3 days, 2 nights.

One fantastic weekend of non-stop Rock n Roll

Friday 1st:            7:00pm-11:30pm:         Midnight Drifters (Weekend Warmup). Doors open 6:30pm

Saturday 2nd:      10:30am-3:00pm:         Matchbox (Daytime rewind). Doors open 10:00am

                           7:00pm-11:30pm:         Juke Box Jive (Saturday Sensation). Doors open 6:30pm

Sunday 3rd:             10:30am-3:00pm:         The Drive-Ins (See You Later Sunday). Doors open 10:00am.

All bands supported by DJ Dale.

Lucky Door Prizes. Giveaways. All Welcome. Bar Bistro club facilities. Coffee shop open all day.

Weekend passes only on sale.

$65 per person.

For further info and ticket sales,

Contact Sandy and Dale

02 6651 4108 or 0421 130 076

Bistro, coffee shop, bar, photo booth

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13th & 14th August

Gold Coast Car Show

Mudgeeraba Showgrounds.

Tickets $25-$55.

Saturday open from 11am - 7pm, and Sunday open at 7am.

Saturday Rev-It Up Family Retro Day. Cars & caravans 1950's to 1970's.

Old-school Rock & Roll entertainment, Food & Market stalls.

FMX Stunt Riders & Monster trucks on Saturday only.

Loads of family entertainment with Dance Schools and live rock & Roll music.

Kids unlimited Carnival rides just $25 (Pay on the day at the Carnival Corner).

Kids 12 years and under free with a paying adult.

Discounts apply to weekend tickets.

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Gympie Music Muster

25-28 August 2022.

2nd artist announcement:

Gympie's own Caitlyn Shadbolt, Steve Forde, Taylor Moss, Cornell & Carr, Natalie Pearson, Vixens of Fall, Brook Chivell

Ruby Gilbert, Lloyd Spiegel, Raechel Whitchurch, Sammy White, Michael Waugh, Marshall & the Fro, Aspy Jones,

Pixie Jenkins, Minnie Marks, The Hillbilly Goats, Good Will Remedy, Tony Q Band, Briannah Grace, Blues Arcadia,

King Canyon, The Barleyshakes, Anna Scionti, Open Season Band, Amber Joy Poulton, Haystack Mountain Hermits,

Box Falcon, Bec Hance, Rock n Roll Boys, Karen Law Trio, Jason McDaniel, Uncle Bob's Jug Band, Mason Hope,

Ryan Giles Trio, Barry Charles, Mak & Shar, The Inadequates, Kelly Family Band, Those Folk,

The Cake & Cordial Sessions, Dee Jay Bux, Special Guest 'Tex Dubbo'.

Tickets on sale now.

www.muster.com.au

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9 September - Sun 11 September 2022

Wimmera Rockers Danceworld, Victoria

Bands: Friday Night 8:00pm until midnight: Honkytonk Rockers

Saturday night: 8:00pm until midnight: The Lincolns

Sunday 10:00am onwards at Haven Hall... free barbie breakfast fit for a king.

Both dance nights at Horsham Town Hall

Saturday 11:00am until midday Demo at Horsham Plaza

All rockers welcome to participate.

These will remain same for Sat night... Wild..Wild..West

DJ.. David Lamb.

Merchandisers Gorgeous rock and roll swing gear.

Price structure..both nights..$55.00.. One night $30.00.

This will be our 6th attempt at getting this dance up and going..

Please note that we have gone back to our original bands.

Numbers limited to 224.

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Rockin By The Beach - Club Forster, NSW

Let's Dance Rock and Roll

23rd, 24th & 25th September 2022.

Fri 23rd:      The Drive Ins, $10pp

Sat 24th:      Rave On band, $15pp

Free Dance Workshop

Sun 25th:      Chris and Rohn (Rave On Band) - free

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Saturday 8th October, 7:30

Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre, 5 Walker St, Maryborough

Roy - a Tribute to Roy Orbison with Strings

Event by Damien Leith.

Tickets: www.barossaarts.com.au/pages/events/damien-leith.html

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Sat 9th October (New date from February postponed show)

Club Warwick RSL

The John Fogerty Show

Tickets can be transferred to new date.

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15th October

Light presents Lighthouse Rock, Burnett Heads, (Bundaberg Region) Qld

Jimmy Barnes, Jon Stevens, Ian Moss, Choirboys, Swanee, Abby Skye, Jackson Dunn, Triple M Battle of the Bands Winner.

www.lighthouserock.oztix.com.au

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Numbin Roots Festival

October 15-16

Ross Wilson, Eurogliders, Paul Greene, Hussy Hicks, Brad Butcher,

The Settlement, Benny K and The Bonafides, Bluegrass Breakfast, Clint Wilson, Hubcap Stan & Sidewalk Stompers,

Jackson, John Krsulja & more.

Tickets:  Weekend (Sat & Sun), Adult $190, Youth (15-17yrs) $90

Children under 15 free.

Saturday (day & night, Sunday (day & night), Entry into all workshops.

Doesn't include camping - Camping at Nimbin Show Ground $15pp per night.

Day Tickets: Adult Saturday $96, Youth Saturday (15-17yrs) $45, Adult Sunday $96, Youth Sunday (15-17yrs) $45.

Children U15 free.

Sat includes all day & night entry into all venues plus workshops

Sun includes all day & night entry into all venues, workshops

Doesn't include camping. Camping at Nimbin Show Ground $15pp per night.

5% of ticket sales to Nimbin Flood relief.

www.nrfest.com

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Rockin by the Beach

Friday 23rd October - The Drive Ins

Saturday 24th: Rave On

Sunday 25th: TBC

Club Forster

19 Strand St, Forster, NSW. Ph (02) 6591 6591

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Groundwater Country Music Festival Information & Details

28 October to 30 October 2022

Victoria Ave, Broadbeach Qld

Contact: 1300 035 189, enquiry@majoreventsgc.com

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Social Ballroom Dancing Club

Glen Innes Town Hall, NSW

Saturday 29th October 2022

Charity Ball - All proceeds to assist the Women's and Children's Refuge

Quikstep, tango rumba, swing, waltz, foxtrot, cha cha.

Music by Barry Noble.

Doors open 6:30. Tickets $20.00

For tickets call Mahri on 02 6734 4257. or text mobile 0428 470 739, keeping in mind that she will only receive said messages once she arrives in town for work - no reception at home. Or you can Facebook Messenger her at Mahri Koch (NSW, Glen Elgin).

Raffle tickets available at the door.

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MACKSVILLE MUSIC MUSTER, IN HONOUR OF GLEN ALBRECHT (Vanessa Sanger's partner) which was supposed to be on from

1-7th NOVEMBER 2022, (postponed from 8-10 March due to flooding and road closures.)

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Rockin' By The River - Club North Haven, NSW

Cool Rockin Cats

18th-20th November 2022

Fri 18:     The Drive Ins, $10pp

Sat 19:     Rave On band, $10pp

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2023

Parkes Elvis Festival

4th-8th January 2023

30th Anniversary

Blue Hawaii theme.

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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 21 and will be continuing to add to our collection.  

Here is the link to our facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rock-and-Roll-Dance-Style-Mix/1503466006551054?skip_nax_wizard=true&ref_type=logout_gear

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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…/…

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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

(all are listed at the end of the current monthly Gig Guide)

PLEASE REGISTER FOR ALL CLASSES DURING COVID RESTRICTIONS AS LIMITED NUMBERS APPLY.

SOME DANCE CLASSES AND EVENTS MAY NOT BE OPERATING DURING THIS TIME.

DANCE CLASSES - GOLD COAST AREAS  

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

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

Bar and bistro open. (NO BYO food or drink)

Dance classes:  Wednesday nights (click here for flyer)

Recreational Structured Partner Dancing.

Advanced: 6:30pm

Beginners: 7pm - 7.30pm  

Social dancing to band: 7:30pm-9:30pm  

GCR members $10 (includes  lucky door and raffle tix)  - CASH ONLY, NO EFTPOS

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

When there is 5 Wednesdays in the month there will be lessons and the bands start at 7pm.

LESSONS: begin 6:30 with instructor George (intermediate-advanced) and 7pm (Beginners).

May 25:          Rockafellas, 7:30-9:30pm

June 1:          The Night Cruisers, 7:00-10:00pm (no lessons) - Cooly Warm Up.  Clothing and shoe sale. Club birthday cake. Wear club Colours.

June 8:          Route 66, 7:30-9:30pm (Week 1 beginners)

June 15:          Buddy Love & the Tremors, 7:00-10:00pm (no lessons) - Cooly Wind Down

June 22:          Michael Asma (solo), 7:30-9:30pm (week 2 beginners)

June 29:          The Rockafellas, 7:00-10:00pm (no lessons), (5th week of the month)

July 6:               Colin & the Dynamos

July 13:          Route 66

July 20:          The Rockafellas (previously The Old Time RocknRoll Band)

July 23: (Hop)     Buddy Love & The Tremors (6:30pm-10:30pm. Runaway Bay Community Centre

July 27:          Night Cruisers

August 3:          The Blue Jeans (previously The Old Time RocknRoll Band)  

August 10:          The Rockafellas

August 17:          Colin & The Dynamos

August 24:          Buddy Love & The Tremors

August 31 (5th wk)     Night Cruisers (no lessons) 7-10pm

September 7:          Route 66

September 14:     The Old Time RocknRoll Band  OR The Blue Jeans

September 21:     Colin & The Dynamos

September 25 (BBQ)     Trevor White (10:30am-2:30pm), Mt Nimmel Hall

September 28:     Buddy Love and the Tremors

October 5:          Night Cruisers

October 12:          The Rockafellas

October 19:          Route 66

Oct 26: (Halloween)     The Old Time RocknRoll Band (NO Lessons), 7:00-10:00pm

November 2:          Buddy Love & The Tremors

November 9:          Colin & The Dynamos

November 16:          Night Cruisers

November 23:          Route 66

November 26 (Xmas)     The Rockafellas, Saturday 26th, 6:30-10:45pm, Sharks Event Centre

November 30:          Michael Asma (solo), 5th week, no lessons, 7:000-10:00pm

December 7:          The Old Time RocknRoll Band

December 14:          Buddy Love & The Tremors, NO Lessons, 7:00-10:00pm

Check out our website:

www.goldcoastrockers.com

facebook page: Goldcoast Rockers

Contact: 0419 500 123 for further information

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N‘n’G Jyve -  

Rock & Roll Dance Lessons

THE GERMAN CLUB, 3 Jondique Ave, Merrimac Qld 4226.

CLASSES ON:

Thursday nights

6:30pm     Intermediate Revision (previous week's lesson)

6:45pm     Intermediate/Improvers

7:15pm     Beginners

8:00-10:00pm   Social Dancing

THURSDAYS

MAY

Thu 26th:     Michael Asma

JUNE:

Thu 2nd:     TBA

Tues 7th:  The Foxtails - great live band from 7:30. Intermediate lesson from 6:45pm. $15 entry. All welcome! (click here for flyer)

Thu 9th:     DJ Garth

Thu 16th:     Route 66 duo

Thu 23rd:     TBA

Thu 30th:     TBA

CASH ONLY FOR ENTRY, NO EFTPOS.

Meals available. No BYO food or drinks.

Operating under Covid-19 plan, re seating being more spaced out. If swapping partners please sanitise hands between partners.

Please do NOT attend if feeling unwell or have any flu like symptoms

Teachers: Garth and Nevis

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 - WE'RE BACK!!!

Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Thursdays

Doors open for registration at 5:45pm and close at 6:15pm, NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED

6:15 - 7:00pm     BASIC 4 Step Rock n Roll

7:00 to 7:30pm     EASY Intermediate moves into a routine

7:30 onwards     Social Dancing

$15 per person

Classes on Thursdays

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, Loads of fun partner and social dancing.

The Hall is huge.

- BYO Water Bottle (no food or alcohol will be permitted)

- Sanitise hands before, during and after classes

- BYO Towel.

Dance Party

Thursday 9th June, 6:30pm until late.

Rock n Roll and Rockabilly to

Little Stevie & The Tail Fins

at the Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Raffles & lucky door prizes

BYO drinks (incl water) and nibbles.

ALL WELCOME - SOLD OUT!

Tickets $25.

Contact Trevor: Text 0428 552 550 or email

borderrockers02@gmail.com

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: Surfers Paradise Golf Club, Upstairs, 1 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters, Gold Coast

Beginners/Level 1 from 7 - 8pm

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

Everyone Welcome, No partner required.

Maximum 30 in accordance with COVID-19 Qld Health & DPPA Regulations.

Please book via SMS to Mark 0415 666 523.

$15 or the night.

Eftpos or cash on the door.

www.gottaswing.com.au

Wednesday: Salisbury Scout Hall, cnr Cripps St & Blackwood Rd, Salisbury.  (Mark & Shirley)  7:00-9:30pm

Beginners/Level 1 from 7 - 8pm

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

Everyone Welcome, No partner required.

Maximum 30 in accordance with COVID-19 Qld Health & DPPA Regulations.

Please book via SMS to Mark 0415 666 523.

$15 or the night.

Eftpos or cash at the door.

www.gottaswing.com.au

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Cadillac Rockers Rock n Roll.    (click here for flyer)  

we are still accepting single, couple & group lessons via appointment.

Learn to Rock 'n' Roll Dance

No bookings required, Singles welcome.

www.cadillacrockers.com

Ph: 0413 388 528

NEW ROCK 'N' ROLL DANCE CLASSES

Beenleigh Tavern, 114 Distillery Rd, Beenleigh

Sundays 12pm, Starting May 15th

Live bands after class.

$10pp.Beginners welcome.

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Cadillac Rockers

That's right folks!

OUR BRAND-NEW WEBSITE AND ONLINE STORE IS OFFICIALLY LIVE! YAY!

Head on over and check it out now at:

www.cadillacrockers.com

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cadillacrockersrocknroll/posts/1887907384679726

Dance tuition, dance shoes, clothing and apparel and more!

For Bookings or enquiries: Ph Jake: 0413 388 528 or EMAIL: dance@cadillacrockers.com

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NEW WEBSITE SEPT 2020

https://www.rockabillyaustralia.com

Who we are...

"Rockabilly Australia Pty Ltd" was formed in July of 2020 by entertainer/entrepreneur Jake Maloney in the hope to connect the Kustom Kulture Community across Australia through music, dance, band merch, fashion, events & more!

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Boy and Shells

NEW Dance Lessons     (The next 7 week course starting in 2022, new classes announced soon!)

New Beginner & Intermediate classes

7 week course running every Sunday

Also included on the 8th week

Soul Dance Saturday night Showcase on 6:30pm-10pm

$50 per couple

Starting date to be advised

Beginners 3:00-4:00pm

Intermediate 4:30-5:30pm

Helensvale Community Centre

31-36 Discovery Drive, Helensvale

Air-Conditioned hall. Toilets onsite. Covid safe. Absolute fun!

Must have a partner

7 week courses plus it includes the Saturday night Showcase night full of general dancing, demo's and a special surprise

Lessons are of course free... I ain't paying for the hall hire.

$2 per person to cover Hall Hire. Lessons are free. Partner required.

Book your space on facebook: Boy Haeata. or ph or text 0408 798 884

Enquiries: Boy Haeata, or ph or text 0408 798 884.

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Coast to Coast Rock n Roll  

Parkwood Community Centre, Arundel.

Thursday nights. Open 7pm

NO mask when dancing, drinking or eating,

Partner and line dancing too

$10 for everybody

Free lucky door ticket.

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Gold Coast Modern Jive

Burleigh Heads Senior Citizen's Hall - CANCELLED

Practice good personal Hygiene

NO sharing of water bottles or personal equipment, and most importantly,

if felling unwell or experiencing fever, cough, sore throat - please stay home.

Social group going to Burleigh Bowls on Saturday nights if you want to Modern Jive.

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Le Step on the Coast

The Dance Shed,

(behind the Good Guys), 11-13 Upton St, Bundall.

Tuesday nights 7:30pm-9:30.

Modern Jive Lessons

Partner night kicks off 15 February with a few small changes to our 2 week trial

Sweet moves

Good toonz

loads of upskilling

something new for brand new pairs.

Registrations required via booking app (bit.ly/TDSLeStepRego)

Facebook: Emma Keating

Thursday: 7:30-10:30pm

West Coast Swing.

The Dance Shed.

www.lestepgc.com.au

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Le Step on the Coast

Broadbeach Class

Friday: 7:30-10:30

Halloween party, prize for best dressed,

Broadbeach Senior Citizens Centre,  23 T E Peters Dr, Broadbeach.

Book your spost via this link:

www.bit.ly/TDSLeStepRego or contact Emma on the facebook page Le Step on The Coast by messenger

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Lonewolf Rockabilly,

With Bite & Attitude, Brisbane.

Tuesday lessons.  

No joining fee. Just $10 for two hour lesson. Basics and moves every week.

7:15pm to 9:15pm

Beginners welcome.

Venue: Club Beenleigh, Alamein St.

Enquiries Shirley (Instructor) Phone 0466 542 320.

email: rhythmnswing@live.com.au

Private lessons available.

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Saturday night Salsa Classes

Gold Coast Salsa, 76 Ferry Road, Gold Coast

Saturdays from 7pm - 11pm

We teach Salsa, Bachata & Zouk beginners to performance classes.

Brazilian, Cuban, LA, New York Style, On1, On2, Sensual Bachata dance classes.

Remember, since we're still not allowed to run parties yet, we're packing the night full of fun classes, with lots of practice time, and we want you to BYO some drinks too. There are a few extra restrictions, but it'll be worth it to dance on a Saturday night again!

What's the Structure:

* 20 min class

* 30 mins practice time

* 10 mins studio sanitation.

* N.B. Upon entry to the studio, you will need to use hand sanitiser and once a class has started, you cannot enter the studio.

Reserve your spot online in your chosen class/es at:

https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=189183&stype=43&prodid=10380

It's only $25 for the whole night of classes

Grab some drinks and don't be late. Turn up on time and don't be late.

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Dallas Linedancers 

Brisbane, Gold Coast, Tweed 

New times for Raw beginners at Pottsville

Fridays:

Beginners - 9:00am (DST). Pottsville Community Hall, 1 Tweed Coast Rd, Pottsville (near the oval) 

10:00am- Improver/transition session 

11:00am - 1:00pm low/intermediate.

Wonderful moderate physical exercise and great brain exercise, stress release and great for anxiety, social interaction and just plain FUN!!!

AND we are covid safe! Masks of course are mandatory except while dancing.

Venues also Brisbane and Gold Coast: 

You can register by ringing/emailing me - Debbie 0403 225 313 / email: dlkgreaves@gmail.com

No partner needed - guys and gals welcome. 2 Great offers for novice beginner dancers to save some bucks!!

Gold Coast: Monday mornings: Parkwood/Arundel Community Centre. 9.30am. Other levels at 10.30-12.30pm

Monday evenings:  NEW VENUE: Carina Community Centre 1 Edmond St, Carina. 6:30 beginners. 7:30 improvers-intermediate..

Tuesday mornings: Mt Gravatt East. 

Further details on website.

Ph 0403 225 313.

Website: www.dallaslinedancers.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/406323476066187/

email - dlkgreaves@gmail.com

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Gold Coast Line Dancing

Mark Wilson Dance Studio

Surfers Paradise Golf Club, 1st Floor, 1 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters

Friday's 9:30-11:30am               - New Beginners Class

Tuesdays 9:30-11:30am            - Beginners Class       

Wednesdays 9:30am-11:30am - Upper Beginners Class

$10 entry

Parkwood/Arundel Community Centre

175 Napper Rd, Arundel

Tuesdays 1:30-3:30pm  - Improvers Class

Fridays 1:30-3:30pm     - Intermediate Class

Pam Probert / Upper Beginners, Improvers and Intermediates

Peter Probert / New Beginners, Beginners

pamseye@hotmail.com

PeterProbert@hotmail.com

Phone 0410 505 740

Beth venues are fully air-conditioned

24th July Social, 1-4pm, $15.

Venue: Surfers Paradise Golf Club.

Theme: a touch or orange (not compulsory of course).

Pre-sold tickets only, no door sales.

Remember: tickets go fast!

Phone No and email address above.

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Allstar Line Dancing

Wednesdays 6:30pm-8:30pm

Upper Coomera Community Centre

$12 sorry no eftpos facilities.

Leah: 0486 027 286

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Mark Wilson Dance -

1 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters, Gold Coast (Gold Coast Golf Club) - Stage 3 commences in Qld and we can accomodate up to 60 dancers as we have multiple dance spaces for everyone. ALSO, indoor sports (DanceSport) with contact have been permitted. Which means, WE CAN DANCE WITH EACH OTHER.

Tuesday : Social  Classes: 6:30pm - 7pm  Front Room Class, Back Room Class.

Social Dance 7:30pm - 9:00pm.

Social class: $15pp, social dance $15pp. Class & Social $20pp

Social Distancing applies. Dance solo or with your life partner. Numbers limited so please text or call to book:

Jenny: 0417 440 317, Judy 0405 490 615, Annemarie: 0425 833 525.

Wednesday : Tap Dancing 6:30-7:30pm

Just $20 per class. 10 week term payment.

NEW: Lily's Latin Ladies. Dancing with the Stars Professional and Closed Australian Champion Lily Cornish will be your new instructor.

Every Wednesday night Lily will help you work up a sweat with some Latin fire. Focused on fun and female empowerment.

From 7:30-8:30m. $20 per person. Bookings are essential.

Call Annemarie 0425 833 525.

E: enquiries@markwilsondance.com

Thursday: Bookings essential as numbers limited. Phone or text Judy on 0405 490 615

7:00-7:45pm Ballroom, 7:45-8:00pm Supervised practice, 8:00-8:45pm Latin class, 8:45-9:00pm Supervised practice.

Latin OR Ballroom class $15pp. Latin AND Ballroom Class $20pp.

NEW - Monday nights, Seagulls Club, Tweed. 7-10pm NSW time. Bookings: Ph or text 0425 833 525 Annemarie.

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SWING GOLD COAST AND SOUTH:

New Website created by Linda Baker showing an embedded vcaendar specifically for swing/blued/balboa,

similar to Rock To It, but less complicated.

http://www.swinglindy.com.au

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Seaside Swing Dance School

Swing Dance Classes

Learn to dance to your favourite swing and jazz music.

Every Wednesday at The Dance Shed in Upton St, Bundall, 6:30-8:30pm

$10 per person.

No partner required. Everyone welcome!

For more details Phone Mark 0466 270 952.

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Emma K-Dance

West Coast Swing

The Dance Shed, Bundall

Classes cancelled  Thursday West Coast Swing and

Friday Modern Jive (Temporarily) due to current restrictions with Covid.

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Raw Connection West Coast Swing

Dance Party, Tuesday

Greenslopes Bowls Club, Brisbane

Limited capacity (50) until further restrictions are lifted.

7:30pm-9:00pm open to TD & 1/A level dancers

9:00pm-10:30pm open to Beginner & TD Level dancers.

During the second session, our upper level dancers will kindly be asked to leave the function room to allow our newer dancers to join in the fun. However, we will invite them to stay if  spots are available.

$5 flat entry fee for the dance party.

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Swing On In Gold Coast  Classes  

Good News, Swing On In Gold Coast Classes are back on

with the following accomodations for the Qld Health Directive.

Classes start at 7pm-11pm

$20pp due to small numbers.

Mermaid Beach Bowl Club - 9 Markeri St, (Cnr Markeri St & GC Hwy), Mermaid Beach.

CHANGED TO WEDNESDAY nights effective immediately, due to the Mermaid Beach Bowls Club closing on Mondays and Tuesdays

Mullumbimby classes

Thursday nights.

www.swingonin.com.au

SWING On In operates under an industry approved Covid safe Plan

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Swing On In social dance

Mulumbimby Services Club

7:00pm 16th July and alternate 3rd Fridays between Mullumbimby and Gold Coast

Details on facebook page or website.

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Salsa & Rueda Lessons,

Burleigh Senior Citizens Centre, 42 Matilda St

LatinMania Dance School,

Fridays

6:30pm Salsa lesson

7:30pm Rueda lesson

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The Tango Club

Venue: Sharks Southport

Every Sunday night, 7:30pm, except for public holidays / long weekends.

Large timber dance floor. $5pp to be put in the black box on stage.

Friendly atmosphere, all experience levels and spectators are welcome.

We are starting up a new tango lesson + dance this Wednesday night:

Southport Tango

Every Wednesday evening.

Large timber dance floor.

Beginners welcome.

Place: CWA Hall

Cnr Young & Garden Streets,

Southport

Time:

6.30: 1-hour lesson with Tony

7.30 – 9.30: Social dancing

Music by DJ Ales

Cost: $10 flat rate.

Come for the lesson,

stay on for the dancing...

or just come for 2 hours

of dancing.

Please BYO drinks

(no alcohol or food)

Enquiries:

0409 424 069

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Every Monday. 6PM QLD time. (after Daylight Saving ends the start time will revert to 7pm) (click here for flyer)

Gold Coast Jitterbug

Venue: Coolangatta Senior Citizens Centre, Coolangatta

2 Gerrard St, Coolangatta.

Dance Styles of Yesteryear 1920 - 1960

Dance classes for all ages and levels

Easy Simple Walking Basics

Slow and Relaxed for Beginners

All Steps broken down and explained

Improve all Genre of Dance.

$15 entry

Contact George by text: 0466 099 997, and you will receive a reply.

All welcome.

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DANCE CLASSES - BRISBANE AND CENTRAL QLD AREAS

Swing Patrol Sunshine Coast

Swing dance classes - Lindy Hop, Charleston, Balboa and more

WEDNESDAYS: 6:30-7:30 (absolute beginners class)

Caloundra Uniting Church, 56C Queen St, Caloundra (hall at rear and under sanctuary). Drop-in class, All welcome.

Partner usually not essential, but strictly "bring your own dance partner" at this stage. To be reviewed.

Beginners welcome, start anytime

Entry: $18 cash or card on arrival.

Check out our website for weekend workshops:

website: https://swingpatrolcom/sunshinecoast/ or

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Swing-Patrol_Sunshine_Coast-114674057119374

Arriane & Scott: info@swingpatroll.com.au

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Swing Patrol Brisbane (NEW)

MONDAYS:

Swing dance classes - Lindy  Hop, Charleston, Balboa and more

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

6:30-7:30pm Beginners welcome, start anytime.

$17 per person. Pay with cash or card on arrival.

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

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

Arrianne & Scott: info@swingpatrol.com.au

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DANCE DANCE DANCE

THURSDAY CLASSES

NEW VENUE: Pine Mountain Hall, 840 Pine Mountain Road (Ipswich area)

BYO Snacks/Drinks

Thursday 6:30-9:30pm

Social Ballroom / RocknRoll / Fun Dances.

NO PARTNER REQUIRED.

PRIVATE LESSONS AVAILABLE.

PHDELIAH GRIVAS

0428 137 962 Mobile

dancedancedance@bigpond.com

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Rock n Beat n Boogie Dance School -  DANCE CLASSES  - RESTRICTED NUMBERS

(click here for new flyer for 2022)

To comply with current Government regulations the following restrictions apply:

* Bookings essential 0407 147 181

MONDAY NIGHTS  7:30pm - 9:00pm

HEMMANT COMMUNITY CENTRE

Cnr of Ramsay Road and Brand St, Brisbane

TUESDAY Nights 7:00-8:30pm

ROCK'N'ROLL DINER, 39-63 Derby Rd, Logan Reserve.

Learn to Rock 'n' Roll Dance

No partner required.

$12 members, $15 non-members.

THURSDAY NIGHTS  7:00pm - 8:30pm

HEMMANT COMMUNITY CENTRE

Cnr of Ramsay Road and Brand St, Brisbane

6-step beginners/intermediate class

$12 for club members

$15 for non-members

Juniors Members $10, Non-Members $12

Tea and coffee provided.

Jive workshop - Saturday 30th April 10:00am - 12:30pm

Hemmant Community Hall, Brand St, Hemmant

8 step intermediate/advanced dancers $25pp

Something for everyone! Classy, dynamic, exciting! Don't miss out! Book now.

John Watson 0407 147 181

Payments: Rock n Beat n Boogie, BSB 814-282, ACC 30716116

Ref: Your name.

Call John Watson to book your place in all classes, 0407 147 181. Email: jwatson55@outlook.com

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

Venue: SOUTHSIDE -  NEW VENUE: MT GRAVATT

Mt Gravatt showgrounds, Hamlyn-Harris Pavilion, 1644 Logan Road, Mt Gravatt Qld 4122.

6:30pm-9:30pm

Rotational dance lessons, no partner required.

Every Monday  

6:00-6.30 Beginners basics

6.30-7.30 Beginners Lesson

7.30-8:00-Intermission

8:00-9.00 Advanced lesson

9:00-9:30 Partner dancing

NORTHSIDE - STRATHPINE -

Strathpine Community Hall, 199 Gympie Rd, Strathpine.

Rotational dance lessons, no partner required

Every Tuesday

6:00 - 7:00pm  Beginner basics

7:00 - 8:00pm  Beginner Classes

8:00 - 8.30pm  Social Break & Announcements

8.30 - 9.15pm  Intermediate

9:15 - 9:30pm Partner Dancing

* 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

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.

(click here for flyers)     Enquiries: contact Jean: 0402 457 179, email: jeancihan@gmail.com

click here for flyers)     Strathpine Community Centre, 4 Mecklem St, Strathpine, or Lawnton Showgrounds, address below.

MONTH     BAND                                             ENTRY FEE:     VENUE:  

21 May     No Brakes                                    $30.00           Strathpine, BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm. (flyer)

28 May      Kenny & Nitro Rockers &               $20.00            Lawnton Showgrounds, 757 Gympie Rd, Lawnton 4:30-10:30pm

          Rock n Roll Boys   (Purple party)                         BYO Food/drinks. For caravan parking Lizzie: 0459 023 346,

2 July      Hellcat III                                          $30.00            Strathpine, BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm.

16 July      TBA                                                               Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass.

6 Aug      The Lincolns                                   $30.00            Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm.

3 Sept     TBA                                                                          Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass.

29 Oct      The Honky Tonk Rockers               $30.00           Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm

5 Nov      Little Stevie & The Tail Fins           $25.00            Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm

10 Dec      Phoenix Band                                                        Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm

31 Dec      NYE Dance, band TBA                                          Strathpine,  BYO food/drinks/no glass, 7-11pm

SOCIAL DANCE NIGHTS: BYO food/drinks, 6:30pm-9:30pm.

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

          Mt Gravatt Showgrounds, 1644 Logan Rd, Mt Gravatt

DATE:         BAND:                 ENTRY FEE:          VENUE:

                                $12M / $15N-M     

30 May      Colin & the Dynamos                                  Mt Gravatt

31 May     The Foxtails                                                 Strathpine

29 Aug     Little Stevie & The Tail Fins  $12 / $15       Mt Gravatt

30 Aug     TBA                                                                Strathpine

31 Oct     TBA                                                               Mt Gravatt

29 Nov     TBA                                                                 Strathpine

Annual Fees:

Single:    $20 per year

Couples: $35 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: breakawaysrnrclub@gmail.com

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

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

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Cool Cats Rock'N'Roll

Sunshine Coast

Blues based styles including Swing, Rock and Roll and Rockabilly.

Monday nights

Monthly structured partner dancing on a Sunday.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoolCatsQLD

Website: https://coolcatsrocknrollsunshinecoast.jimdo.com/

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Crazy Feet Dance Studio:

New block of 4-step Rock n Roll and Swing  Jive dancing classes

(Bookings only, no walk ins) - No changing partners.

Monday  7-9pm- RnR - 50 people max. Pay for block of 3 lessons, Pay in advance $45pp.

Wednesday 7-9pm. Swing Jive - 50 people max. Pay for block of 3 lessons:  Pay in advance $45pp

To book, text message Melanie on 0403 593 195 with the:

Class (RnR/Swing Jive)

Your details (name,  your dance partner address, phone number.

Covid compliant. No alcohol or food consumption.

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Townsville Dance On RocknRoll Class

Cutheringa Bowls Club, 8 Harold St

6:39pm-9:00pm. 4 step Rock n Roll Class

0467 998 202 or 0424 875 069

Please phone to book your spot.

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Just Rock Brisbane, Rockabilly & Line Dance Class,

Belmont Bowls, Narracott St, Carina.

Contact: Ian Turner

RSVP 0428 965 410.

Tuesdays

7:30-9:30pm $8 nembers/$10 non-members.

Email: admin@justrockbrisbane.org.au

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Just Rock Toowoomba

Drayton Hall, 39 Brisbane St.

Sunday afternoons, 1-4pm

Check gig guides for special events.

Partner and LIne Dances: 1-1:40pm

Basic Beginners & Beginners: 1:45-2:50pm

Intermediate: 3:10-4:00pm

Annual membership $20

Lessons: (first lesson $5), Members $12.50 / Non-members $15, Dances $12.50.

Instructors: Jean and John Mustafa

Bands for dances:

7 May, 7:30-10:30     Romio & Juliet

10 July 1-4pm     Billy Guy

3 Sept 7:30-10:30     Me & Jodie Lee

23 Oct 1-4pm     Roy Morris

4 Dec 1-4pm          Chi Chi     

Email: info@justrocktoowoomba.com

www.justrocktoowoomba.com

Info: Ross: 0438 308 304.

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Just Rock Ipswich,

(We teach Rockabilly).

VENUE

Ipswich Masonic Centre Hall, Cnr Nicholas and Roderick Sts, Ipswich.

Monday nights except for Public Holidays.

May 23:     Beginners Lessons 6:30 - 7:30pm Rescheduled social with Billy Guy from 7:30-9:30pm.. Beginners $10, All others $5

May 30:     Beginners Lessons 6:30 - 7:30pm with Social Practice Dancing from 7:30pm. Beginners $10, All others $5     

June:          TBA

July:

Sat 23rd:     Dance with band The Wild Ones. 6:30-10:30pm. BYO food, drinks, bottled water $1, free tea, coffee, biscuits. Tickets $20 /

          JRI members $15. Bookings and enquiries Ph or text Dwan, 0427 540 862. (click here for flyer)

Everyone Welcome!

Email:  jriinfo@jri.com.au

www.jri.com.au

or Facebook: Just Rock Ipswich.

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Bright Side Dance Studio

Jive Class.

CWA Hall, Memorial Ave, Maroochydore.

Beginner/Intermediate

Sundays 4:30pm-6:00pm

Dance is a superpower. Everybody has it but only few are Brave enought to unleash it.

No partner required, No need to book - just turn up and join in the fun. No experience required. Bring your bottle of water.

$15pp

Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30pm

Rock 'n' Roll Beginner/Intermediate.

Maroochydor State School Hall, v ia School Road,

$15pp. No partner required. Bring your water bottle.

There is a bit of insanity in dancing that does everybody a great deal of good!

Operating to current ruling of Qld Health directive Covid Safe Checklist.

Please remember to wear your masks to and from class (if they're still required).

Bring your water, masks and smiles! Be safe - be happy.

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Gold Dust Rockers, Nambour - SADLY ARE CLOSING THEIR DOORS DUE TO VIC'S ILL HEALTH (notified 5/02/2022)

Their home also got flooding through it up to head height so they have lost it all.

www.golddustrockers.net

Contact: Susie or Vic

5482 7992 or 043 583 419

Email: golddustrockers@bigpond.com

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The CSI Ipswich will be having Rock n Roll nights on Wednesday nights. No more details available at the moment.

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Fonzies Rock n Roll Lindy Hop Swing Dance Lessons

DJ Hervey Bay Rock n Roll

For details search them on facebook.

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Jill's Jive Dance Studio  (click here for flyer)

264 Melson Rd, Nundah, Brisbane

Intro to Rockabilly with Nat & Jan.

Beginners Rockabilly Class

Sunday night.

1st night is only $13pp (special intro price), this includes dancing afterwards until 10pm. $18

No bookings required.

Lesson 5:45-6:45 Doors open for lesson 5:30pm. Doors open for social dancing 6:30pm.

We'll teach you some basic moves in this fun and easy dance style that anyone can learn. Turn up and have some fun.

Cafe & bar open. Partner encouraged but not necessary.

Flat shoes highly recommended.

See flyer for full details.

www.jillsjive.com.au

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LATIN DANCE CLASSES

Every Wednesday morning 10:00am-11:00am & 11:15am-12:15pm

Amici House, 294 Bracken Ridge Rd, Bracken Ridge, Brisbane

Latin dance teacher Rafael Pitarello.

Dance classes are free, however, bookings are essential, reserve your spot: Contact Co.As.It. Community Services on 3624 6100

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LE STEP SUNSHINE COAST

Friday nights, 715-9:30pm

CWA Hall, Maroochydore.

Register so we know you're coming. www.leStepSunshineCoast.com.au

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SWING CLASSES:

BRISBANE:

Swing Shack with Empire Swing,

Wavell Heights Community Hall,

$15 BYO

2nd Friday of the month.

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Corner Pocket Swing Dance,

St Augustine's Church Hall, Hamilton

8pm, every 3rd Friday.

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Learn to Rock n Roll in Maryborough (click here for flyer)

Tuesday from 7:00pm at the

Excelsior Band Room Hall.

Just $10 for the night.

Rock n Roll for beginners, popular line and partner dances,

and if there is enough interest, Rock n Roll for Intermediate.

For more info call 0403 234 670 or email

dance@fonzies.net

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DANCE CLASSES - NORTHERN NSW AREAS

Danceland Dance Studio, Tweed Heads

Beginner Ballroom Dance Class

Fridays 7pm NSW time,

$12pp

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Let's Dance Rock and Roll are back

Starting Term 2 - Wednesday 27th April

Beginners 6-7pm Intermediate 7-9pm, $10pp

Venue is the Dahlsford Grove Lifestyle Village Community Centre,

1-5 Greenmeadows Drive, Port Macquarie

Contact Helen for further information: 0417 646 424

Nambucca Heads RSL Thursday night during school terms.

Club Forster - monthly workshops, date can vary.

Enquiries to Helen:

0417 646 424

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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.

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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Footloose Rockers

Due to new Covid Stay at Home rules, there will be no dance lessons until further notice.

When we are able to return, we'll continue with the current course.

Watch the facebook page "Rock and Roll Dance Clubs Australia" for updates.

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MUSICIANS / BANDS

Please check the end of the current monthly gig guide for a full list of entertainers/contacts

OLD COAST COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB

MUSICIANS WANTED 

Bass player and Lead guitarist wanted, must have good knowledge of Country Music styles, for the Gold Coast Country Music Club Band.

The Club do have a regular band, however, others are needed to fill in on the day, to give the band members a break ( or if they are unavailable.)

We require those who can actually play an instrument, as you will be backing amateur walkup artists. Also, a great way of keeping your chops up.

The day starts at 11.00 am, through till 5.00pm, on the first Sunday of each month.

It is voluntary, as we are a nonprofit organization, come along and have a great day of Country Music. 

If you think maybe this is for you,

Please contact, Steve Fisher; Band Manager on 0427 538 266

or Eve, President; Mobile, 0412 054 188.

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NEW BAND:

The Blue Jeans

Mike Andrew (lead guitar), Steve Wisby (drums) and Paul Heinamann (bass guitar)

Good Rock n Roll band

Appearing at the Gold Coast Croatian Sporting Club, 181 Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara on Sunday 15 May, 1-4pm

Bookings contact:

Wizzbang Entertainment, Steve Wisby, 0418 751 637

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NEW BAND:

The Old Time Rock n Roll Band

Joe Debatistta (drums & vocals - looks like Kenny Rogers),

Martin Norris (Guitar and vocals - tools like tall John Lennon

David Owens

Tony Chadwick

Come and see them at Gold Coast Rockers on 11th May at the Italo-Australia Club, Gold Coast

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NEW Band 2022:

The Chevies (click here for flyer)

Introducing:

Chris Doyle - Keyboard/Bass/Vocals

David Thompson - Guitar/Vocals

Rick Wilson (drums/Vocals)

The Chevies provide a great line up of nostalgic hits from the 60's to the 80's with an upbeat selection of modern Country hits. Top musicians, great vocals and all your favourite hits for a night of live music.

Bookings and enquiries to Chris:

Phone: 0429 457 722 or

E: chrisdoyle@aapt.net.au

or Rick: Phone: 0414 271 029

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NEW BAND -

Splitrock

50's & 60's Rockin Roll & some Rockin Country

Walli Watson - vocal & guitar

Freddy Bowen - Vocal & guitar,

Scott Flannery on bass & vocal,

Ray Cullen Peddle Steel

Graeme Oldham on Drums & vocals.

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NEW SOLOIST:

Geoff O'Lone

Ph 0466 852 262

Plays guitar and made his own backing tracks.

Rock n Roll, Country, Classic Hits.

geoffolone@gmail.com

Links:

Facebook Videos

Vimeo video - Little Sister

Vimeo video - Nothing Shaking

<Geoff OLone Set List 06-21.pdf>

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Colin & The Dynamos

Colin Cooper, former lead singer with the "Dance On" Band, is now part of a new band entitled  "Colin and the Dynamos". 

This classic 4 piece Rock n Roll band, already popular on the Gold Coast, consists of Colin,  Peter Brown (lead guitar) Brent Lillie on bass and Baden Hutchins on drums.

For bookings and more information, please call 07 5594 2875.

Kind regards

Estelle Cooper

07 5594 2875

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The Rockafellas  (Click here for photo)

This fantastic 4-piece band have re-grouped after 21 years, and they still sound fantastic.

Promotional material will be coming soon, but bookings and enquiries can be made via

Tyrone on 0414 180 977

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Night Cruisers

Ray Billiet, Robert Hutchins, Ray Parsons, Peter Novak, (click here for photo)

They have a great sound!

May 25th:       Twin Towns, 2-6pm

June 10th:     Blue Fin Fishing Club Inala, 6:30-10:30pm

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Dance On

Dance On Duo - Pete Johnson and Craig Keating are available for duo work.

Dance On Trio - Check out their gig guide on the Bands/Dance On page.

Check the Bands Page and click on Dance On for their current gig guide.

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Boogie Boyz

Paul Middlebrook and Graeme Thompson are an awesome harmonising duo,  playing Rock n Roll and Country. Great dance duo.

Contact Paul for bookings: 07 5598 1393, or email: paul.jmiddlebrook@hotmail.com

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Buddy Love and the Tremors

Paul Middlebrook and Graeme Thompson are joined by Kevin Godwin on guitar and Neville Jeff on drums.

They play Rock and Roll and Country, so a great dance band.

One of the best 4-piece bands on the Gold Coast, take two pair of dancing shoes!!! The harmonies are so good that they are a real pleasure to sit and listen to them even if you're not dancing.

Contact Paul for bookings: 07 5598 1393, or email: paul.jmiddlebrook@hotmail.com

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Mike Winkworth has advised that he and Linda - Denim and Lace - are changing their name to Winkworth and Street.

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The Raiders:

Brent Lillie, Baden Hutchens,

April 16th:       Easts Leagues Club, 7:30-11:30pm

June 17th:     Blue Fin Fishing Club, 6:30-10:30pm

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The Rock'n'Roll Boys, a great-sounding duo from Gympie

The Rock n Roll Boys is a Gympie-based  trio that, true to it’s name, presents rapid-fire rock and roll music that keeps dance floors full all night.

Bob Cole has advised they're back on deck for 021, albiet with a line-up change. We are now a permanent trio with the addition of keyboard and a third harmony singer.

Rock and Roll dancers flock to our shows from Brisbane to Gladstone. We also play most of the major retro-styled festivals across SE and central Qld. We’ve all been in and around the entertainment game for well over 30 years so we feel we have a pretty good handle on what people want when it comes to this style of dance music.

We provide top quality, non-stop rock and roll that keeps people on to the dance floor and can add dinner music as well if you wish.

We are equally at home playing in small and large venues and have an expandable PA system that can be adapted for the smallest room, the largest auditorium or any outdoor venue. Our repertoire is squarely aimed at those who love good old rock and roll music and love to dance.

Bob Cole:       0407 173 690

www.rocknrollboys.com (there is a link to their website on the Bands page too.)

Email: therocknrollboys@gmail.com

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The RocknRollaBillys

The RocknRollaBillys are Leona Stevens (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, drums/percussion), Andrew Stokes (back-up vocals, lead guitar, cigar box guitar, electronic drum programming) and Jo-Maree Stokes (Double Bass, support vocals, costuming).  

The RocknRollaBillys were originally conceived by Andrew as a back-up alternative to the popular 'Rock 'n' Roll Boys' when lead singer Bobby Cole was off on one of his overseas adventures.  However, they are quickly becoming a popular favorite amongst the Rock n Roll dancers and clubs of South East QLD. They are commited to re-creating a 'yester-year' experience with great 50's/60's style dance tunes, retro custom-made costuming, and through using instruments common to the era – including Elvis mics. Andrew, Jo-Maree and Leona also know what the dancers like to hear, as they are Rock n Roll Dancers themselves.

The RocknRollaBillys are becoming known as a great club band due to their interesting sound and their unique renditions of popular toe-tapping dance music. They cover classic and more modern Rock and Roll dance tunes as well as Swing, Rockabilly and Jive.  Their targeted, yet diverse, range of tempos cover 4-step, 6-step and 8-step Rock n Roll styles and also allows the more serious dancers to do many other dance styles including Cha Cha, Tango, Lindy Hop, various Partner Dances, and even some Line Dancing.  For those who don't take their dancing that seriously, they can sit back and be entertained by a professional band that will have them laughing, singing along and dancing in their seats as they recreate and reinterpret the great sounds of days gone by fattened up with modern electronic drum/rhythm technology delivered though quality PA and subs.  They also bring enough lighting to effectively add a party/celebratory ambience to the performances and when required can organise Rock 'n' Roll Dance demonstrators to perform.

.Leona Stevens is rightly described as another “Wanda Jackson” or “Emelda Mae”with her powerful bluesy rock 'n' roll/Rockabilly voice and attractive presentation. Leona developed her love for music while hanging around with her older brothers and her father who were working musicians in and around the Sydney music scene. After discovering her uniquely powerful voice they often got her up to sing with them. She also went on to perform in her own bands in Sydney for many years.  As well as an exceptional lead vocalist, Leona is also competent on guitar and drums. Since moving north to Queensland, Leona has been performing extensively in major QLD venues including more recently as the lead singer and rhythm guitarist of the popular South East QLD club band 'Sera Loons'.  She has shared stages with the likes of Phil Emanuel and performed at many major music venues including regular appearances at the Gympie Music Muster.  

Andrew Stokes has been a professional comedic entertainer and musician for more than 25 years.  He grew up surrounded by music, being the son of a music teacher who had achieved the highest levels of musical training possible on piano.  By the time Andrew was ten years old he was playing piano, trumpet, guitar, cornet, ukulele, and learned to sing harmonies. He also played drums at times in his mother's old-time dance band that performed in the local dance halls in South East Qld towns near where they lived. Andrew went on to play in the clubs and pubs around Brisbane and worked as a booking agent for two major Queensland entertainment booking agencies.  More recently for over 10 years Andrew was the lead guitarist, backup singer, musical director and band leader for the highly successful corporate function band 'The Dukes of Rhythm'.  Andrew also founded, and still performs with, the heavily-booked retro-dance club duo the 'Rock n Roll Boys'. The Rock 'n' Roll Boys have a large following of dancers and repeatedly perform at most of the major Clubs and Rock n Roll/Rockabilly festivals in South East QLD.  They have recently released their first CD of original Rock 'n' Roll style songs.  

Jo-Maree Stokes is the very talented, very patient and long-suffering wife of Andrew Stokes.  Jo-Maree has been involved in music since she was 8 years old when she began lessons on flute and piano.  She went on to perform with various groups and orchestras as well as serving as chorister for large vocal groups.  More recently she has immersed herself in the Rock 'n' Roll/Rockabilly scene taking up the Double Bass, making 50's costumes and helping Andrew build a 1950's style Teardrop camper trailer.  Having endured 'Little Instrument Syndrome' as a flautist for many years, she is very proud that, although she is still the shortest person in the band, she now plays the biggest instrument on the stage.  Joey (as she is affectionately known) drives the band with her consistent pumping double-bass playing makes it a great band to dance to.

For bookings and enquiries please call or text:

.Andrew Stokes on 0412 317 928 or email us on therocknrollabillys@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/therocknrollabillys/

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Lock n Load (Rockabilly band)

Facebook: @locknloadrockabilly

www.locknloadrockabilly.com

Steve: 0414 906 295

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The Tri-Tones

Facebook: The Tri-Tones

Authentic Rockabilly and Rock n Roll 3 piece band

Contact Adam: 0412 089 639

or Matt: 0411 244 074

Facebook: search The Tri-Tones (They're the 2nd one up with the logo of an orange cartoon cat)

Rockabilly, Blues, Alternative Country and Early Rock. Feel, authenticity, love for the genres, Musicianship. Experience, quality, accessible, dance your feet off.

Brothers Matthew and Adam O’Connor have been playing music together for their whole lives and swap instruments like it’s “nothin but a thang”. They have been the backbone of Lock ‘n’ Load for the last 5 years and are still rockin’ that space. But a calling to do some extra repertoire in the intimate setting of a trio has inspired them to combine with a powerhouse drummer and rock a broader range of stuff that will echo with all dance styles. Come see this band and you will not regret the effort as they will infect you with the enthusiasm of the great music genres of the 20th Century. GET ALONG!!

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Lead Guitarist available for fill in work with Rock n Roll bands, (click here for flyer)

so if your 50's band gets caught out by your lead guitarist getting ill, or can't make it to Cooly Rocks On at the last minute,

contact Lyndon Lewis

Phone 0417 752 738 or

Email: lewiscgp@gmail.com

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Musician looking for a new band or fill-in work:

Drummer / bass guitar / rhythm guitar / vocals - can harmonise.

58 years experience, mainly plays Rock n Roll / Country / modern country.

Graeme Oldham moved to northern NSW from Sydney a couple of years ago.  

PH 0467 631 315

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Double Deuce

(Classic Hits 'n' Misses)

Brent Lillie and Linda Street

Facebook: Linda Street

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The Humbugs - Award Winning Band (click here for flyer on The Humbugs)

The Humbugs have reformed

Mario Farrugia on Vocals/Guitar

John Guyer on Vocals/Guital

Steve Richards on Vocals/Keyboards

Kent Robinson on Vocals/Bass

Laurie Keating on Vocals/Drums

Playing your favourite music, the way it was...

huge venue.... huge dance floor.

Come and check out this band... I'm sure you'll want to and will be seeing them again soon!!!

E: thehumbugs@hotmail.com

Ph 0402 180 867

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The Hemis (for photo click here)

The Hemis are a three piece band based in Brisbane who specialise in playing 1950s inspired rock'n roll.

We are three musicians who have played in various bands around Brisbane and have been brought

together by a love of roots Rock'n Roll. We can play (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast areas)

from one hour to four hours and as loud or as quiet as you like.

We all have experience in playing commercial venues and our set ups are quick and professional.

Vocals, Lead Guitar - Trevor Rennie

Drums, vocals - Dave Prout

Double bass, vocals - Brad Tabe

For booking and press inquiries, please contact:

Trevor 0407 604 102

Go to Bands then click on The Hemis.

https://www.facebook.com/TheHemis/

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Glenn Callaghan (solo artist) (country) www.glenncallaghan.com.au

Rock Steady (duo)

Rock Steady (trio) (Classic Rock n Roll) www.rocksteady.net.au

Talk of the Town (with Laura Doolan) www.talkofthetown.net.au/

Laura Doolan Trio (with Laura and Debbie Fitzsummons)

facebook: Glenn Callaghan (more up to date than the website)

admin@glenncallaghan.com.au

Ph 07 5426 4767

0417 003 986

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The Dukes (new lineup January 2018)

Darby Burger & Rex Harris

Singing classic hits and favourites. Come in and join the fun!

When everything old is new

Check out their bio and their gig guide on:

www.thedukesduo.com

Email: rockerteer1949@gmail.com

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The Peninsula Jazz band

Time: 2pm to 4pm

Venue: Sandgate Bowls Club, 50 Keogh Street, Sandgate

$8.00 entry to cover costs

Peninsula Jazz Band, all styles of dancing possible to the music (Swing; Rock n roll; Ballroom)

or just sit and enjoy the atmosphere; great, large, wooden dance floor in this lovely, original Club. Coffee, tea & bar open.

Any enquiries to: Fred 0414 388 694.

This fabulous band only plays once a month, don't miss out on the fun. Call Fred to find out dates coming up.

Get out of the rut & support local bands & clubs for continued enjoyment of great music & to hold onto local venues.

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New Show Coming:

"That 60's Show"

Featuring Lisa Kaye Stewart, Bv's Denny D, Drums and Percussion Les Woodford, Keys and Musical Productin Alan Laguda.

This looks very impressive - great choice of songs, costumes and great performance. Don't miss it!  

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If you wish to place an advert in either the gig guide or on the website, please contact Pauline (details below).

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Kind regards

Pauline Schafer

Editor, Pauline's Dancer's Gig Guide

www.dancersgigguide.com.au

E: dancerpauline@me.com

Gold Coast, Australia

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