DOCKLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ELECTS NEW EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
ICONIC VENUE ALUMBRA CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY
DOCKLANDS SET FOR PLACE OF WORSHIP
OCTOBER HOSTS FABULOUS LINEUP OF DOCKLANDS EVENTS OCTOBER 2012
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It’s exciting to see October get underway at Docklands with a line up of great activities and festivities on the calendar. Docklands is definitely the place to be this month with the inaugural Docklands Arts & Laughs Festival set to transform the precinct into a world class entertainment destination, culminating in what is sure to be a toe-tapping Festival Blues Sunday.
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For motoring enthusiasts, don’t miss Healey Display Day along NewQuay Promenade where close to 90 road, race and rally Austin Healey vehicles will be on display. Culture is also alive and well in the precinct as the one day event “Sonidos de mi Tierra – Sounds of my land” will showcase cultural diversity from over 22 different Spanish speaking countries through dance, music, food and family fun – read more about this and other local events on page 6.
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IN THIS ISSUE: Docklands Arts & Laughs Festival
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Place of Worship for Docklands
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Alumbra celebrates 10th Anniversary
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Steve Aoki Australian Tour
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Healey Display Day
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Sonidos de mi Tierra Event
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DCC Incoming Exec Committee
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will be become a reality by 2015 as Planning Minister Matthew Guy formally announced in September, Expressions of Interest are now sought from developers and operators before the closing date on October 11. 3008Docklands would also like to take this opportunity to welcome the newly appointed Docklands Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee and to thank the outgoing Executive Committee for their hard work and dedication in ensuring the growth of businesses in Docklands and for giving them a voice. We look forward to the future and on page 7 we have outlined the vision for the DCC under the direction of the new executive. Enjoy and celebrate life in Docklands – the place to work, live and play!
Docklands is home to some of Melbourne’s forefront entertainment venues including Alumbra at Central Pier which celebrated 10 years recently and continues to provide Melburnians with a unique and premier venue to relax, unwind and enjoy Docklands waterfront and stunning sunsets. It looks as though the establishment of a Docklands Place of Worship
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The Docklands Arts & Laughs Festival will present world class live entertainment and special events from local and international acts across 5 days including a Comedy Gala Spectacular, art exhibitions, Burlesque, music and culminating with Blues Festival Sunday on October 7, which will see the whole of Docklands come alive with roving performers and a lineup of sensational Blues and family entertainment which should not be missed.
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The inaugural Docklands Arts & Laughs Festival 2012 is presented by Destination Docklands and brought to you by the team at Knockout Events and festival partners and runs from 3-7 October at venues across Waterfront City and NewQuay at Docklands.
BLUES SUNDAY AT THE MAIN STAGE AT WATERFRONT CITY: • Youth & Blues 12 noon – 12:45 pm • Lindy Jane & Snap Crocodile Club 12:45 pm – 1 pm • Cold Snap 1 pm – 1:45 pm • The Drumming Monkeys 1:45 pm – 2 pm • Lloyd Spiegel 2 pm – 2:45 pm • Magic Tony 2:45 pm – 3 pm • Dream Boogie 3 pm – 4 pm
BLUES SUNDAY AT CENTRE STAGE AT NEWQUAY: • Dan Dinnen 11 am – 11:45 am • Magic Tony 11:45 am – 12 noon • Stevie Paige 12 noon – 12:45 pm
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• Bluez Delux 2 pm – 2:45 pm Grab a VIP seat at Berth Restaurant to view Blues Sunday centre stage with dining and refreshment options or head upstairs, soak up the spectacular view from the balcony & kick back to the sounds of Melbourne’s best singer songwriters and a BBQ on the balcony.
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WONDERLAND SPIEGELTENT/WONDERLAND FUN PARK MEDI BANK THE ICE HOUSE HARBOUR TOWN HOTEL GROOVE TRAIN HARBOUR TOWN SHOPPING CENTRE OSCARS TABLE BERTH MEDICI BANC CAFE MISSION TO SEAFARERS MAIN STAGE WATERFRONT CENTRE STAGE PROMENADE DOCKLANDS FESTIVAL SUNDAY MARKET DAY
Check out the website for all locations and program details - www.docklandsartsandlaughsfestival.com.au
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PLACE OF WORSHIP SET FOR DOCKLANDS COMMUNITY The spiritual life of Docklands is about to be enlightened with proposals sought to build the first Place of Worship for the precinct, as announced by Planning Minister Matthew Guy in early September. Delivering on an election promise, Mr Guy announced that expressions of interest were being sought to develop a site in the northern part of Docklands. “Docklands is now a suburb, and like every suburb, it deserves space for a place of worship,” Matthew Guy said. In July 2012, Places Victoria in partnership with the City of Melbourne launched the Docklands Community and Place Plan which is a shared vision for the next decade of development in Docklands and details the community infrastructure and services to be delivered. One of 30 projects unveiled in the Docklands Community and Place Plan, the development could also include limited residential or retail uses to support and enhance the role of the centre.
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“A new religious centre will provide significant community benefit bringing faith as well as education and training facilities for the Dockland’s community and emerging businesses,” Mr Guy added. Religious community leaders have welcomed the recent announcement. Rabbi Shlomo Nathanson of Chabad Jewish Community Centre in Port Melbourne which also comprises the Docklands and South Melbourne Chabad Jewish Communities is in support of a Place of Worship for residents and workers alike in the precinct. “This is great progress. Religious expression is crucial in every community. People need to know that they have a place where they feel comfortable to worship” said Rabbi Nathanson. This sentiment is also supported by Minister Guy who added “places of worship play an important role in the spiritual and emotional life
of a community. They can be a critical focal point, particularly for a new suburb such as Docklands, in bringing people together.” A 5,525 square metre site has been set aside for a Place of Worship on the Footscray Road and Little Docklands Drive intersection at Docklands. It is anticipated that the project will be underway by 2015. Places Victoria is keen to achieve this objective and has initiated a bid process to attract the broadest possible range of potential developers and operators.“The success of this initiative will be borne out of careful planning and comprehensive community consultation,” Mr Guy said. Further information is available in the EOI document, which is available on registration of your interest, via www.places.vic.gov.au. Expressions of Interest close on Thursday 11 October 2012 at 3.00pm AEST.
Melbourne’s leading music and culture driven bar and cocktail venue Alumbra was founded in 2002 and celebrates its 10 year anniversary in 2012. This versatile venue is capable of hosting imaginative corporate functions, worldclass DJ events and weekly clubbing nights. Embracing modern and modular design, Alumbra can accommodate up to 750 people across the main bar, event space lounge-style mezzanine level and decking area. Located at the tip of Central Pier, Docklands, Alumbra boasts stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the Bolte Bridge. Reincarnated from its original South Wharf location, Alumbra brings its trademark global essence to Central Pier. On Thursday 20th September, Alumbra celebrated past successes and previewed what’s ahead through a celebration with over 500 guests from Melbourne’s largest and most influential corporations, charity organisations and sporting clubs. ‘It was a poignant opportunity to remind stakeholders that Alumbra is more than a bar or venue, but a gateway into premier entertainment,’ said Director Simon Digby. The party was around a Garden of Eden concept. In a figurative sense, The Garden of Eden is a place of bliss and paradise. This celebratory party told the story of creation through Alumbra’s theming, which successfully manoeuvred the guests through the extraordinary and captivatingly unique event experiences across venue and menu and culinary presentation.
“Our reason for choosing the Central Pier site was two-fold: be the first venue to establish a presence at what we knew would be a growth area for Melbourne, and also capitalise on the goodwill earned with patrons of Alumbra’s previous location in South Wharf,” says Simon Digby. Since Alumbra opened 10 years ago, the venue has welcomed close to 900,000 guests through the doors and has hosted over 850 functions. Digby claims the versatility of the brand has been critical to the success of the business: “The venue can be transformed into a range of event spaces upon request, from corporate events and wedding receptions, to daytime BBQ functions and breakfast meetings, to a nightclub and cocktail lounge. “As well as constantly pushing the boundaries of the space at Alumbra, it has also been important for us to raise the stakes and keep things fresh with complementary business ventures like off-site events across Australia and internationally, CDs, music labels and our differentiated nightclub offerings.” Over the past decade the venue has hosted international celebrities including Giselle Bunchen, Meryl Streep and Dita Von Teese.
It has also built credibility through a series of industry alliances with brands including Moet Hennessey, Paradise Club Mykonos, Koncrete Agency and Future Entertainment. The biggest ever function for Alumbra was 2012 New Year’s Day: 3600 patrons came through the doors to see internationally acclaimed DJ’s - Dimitri From Paris (France), John Dahlback (Sweden), The Shapeshifters (UK) and DJ Spen (USA).
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ICONIC VENUE ALUMBRA CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY To celebrate Alumbra’s 10th anniversary you could WIN a special anniversary after work drinks package to watch one of the stunning Docklands sunsets after work. Prize includes a booth for up to 6 people including drinks and BBQ to the value of $500!!! Simply email your contact details to admin@alumbra.com.au. Winner will be randomly chosen. Offer must be redeemed prior to Friday October 26th 2012.
Alumbra has also consistently brought to Melbourne some of the most talented dance music artists through its nightclub which operates on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. And the most played song by beloved Sunday band, Afrodescia (having been with Alumbra for almost 10 years) is ‘Never too much’ by Luther Vandross. To date at Central Pier, 520 sunsets have been viewed from the desk by the after work drinks crowd. The solid performance of Alumbra over the last ten years is set to continue, with plans to build the momentum and to explore new developments. For more information please visit www.alumbra.com.au.
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“HEALEY DISPLAY DAY” AT DOCKLANDS Healey Display Day will be held at Docklands this October with approximately 90 road, race and rally vehicles on display with a combined value approx. $8 million! Participating clubs include the Austin Healey Owners Club of Victoria, Austin Healey Sprite Drivers Club of Victoria and, The Bolwell Car Club of Australia. This is your opportunity
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Jane Badler will be performing her new show ‘Diamond Crimson Blood’ - An Electronic Fantasy- teaming up with Matt Thomas of ‘The Mavis’s along with Byron St John of ‘Blow Waves’ and ‘Video, Video’. The show is part electro pop and dark cabaret. Jane Badler is an internationally celebrated actress and singer. She has had a remarkable career from
to get close up and personal with these iconic and much admired British and Australian Sports Cars. When: Sunday 21 October From: 10am- 3pm Where: NewQuay Promenade & Display Area, Docklands Web: www.healeyvic.com.au
her initial public notoriety as ‘Miss New Hampshire’, competing in the Miss America pageant to her long and varied career in television and several Hollywood ‘B’ Movies. When: Saturday 6 October Where: Wonderland Spiegeltent - Arts & Laughs Festival Tickets: From $20 www. docklandsartsandlaughsfestival.com.au Further Info: www.janebadler.com
“SONIDOS DE MI TIERRA – SOUNDS OF MY LAND” “Sonidos de mi Tierra – Sounds of my land” is an extravagant, oneday event showcasing the cultural diversity from over 22 different Spanish speaking countries. “Sonidos de mi Tierra will take you through a multi-cultural trip through Spain, The Caribbean, Central and South America. This celebration will feature traditional cuisine, traditional
STEVE AOKI AT SHED 4 Steve Aoki is without a doubt at the top of his game. Arguably, no producer has done more to raise the international profile of Los Angeles underground electronic music than Steve Aoki, and, with his latest fulllength LP release, WONDERLAND it seems the man is hell-bent on world (musical) domination. Already having dazzled audiences on some of
costumes, music and dances, children’s entertainment as well as life experiences of the Spanish and Latin American communities, recognising the values and traditions that native and immigrant cultures bring to Melbourne and Australia. When: Saturday 13 October, noon -10pm Where: Waterfront City Piazza – Docklands Free, Further Info: www.celas.org.au
the world’s biggest stages this year (from Belgium’s Tomorrowland to Miami’s annual Ultra Music Festival), Aoki is set to bring his show back to Australia after almost 2 years. When: Saturday 13 October Where: Shed 4, Docklands Tickets: www.moshtix.com.au Further Info: www.steveaoki.com
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ELECTS NEW EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE On September 18th the Annual General Meeting of Docklands Chamber of Commerce was held at the Studio at Etihad Stadium which saw a new Executive Committee appointed for the term of 2012/13. A strong contest for positions was apparent which eventuated in a new Executive Committee nominated and voted in by members, although how close the ballot, was unknown at print time. As a founding member Outgoing DCC President Keith Rankin outlined the dedication and commitment of the outgoing Docklands Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee on behalf of himself and Elena Tsapatolis, outgoing Vice President and offered their ongoing support to the incoming committee as continuing members. The 2012/13 incoming Executive Committee for the Docklands Chamber of Commerce is led by Stephen Clement (ING Real Estate) as President, Joh Maxwell (Tours on Trikes) as Vice President, Rick Deering ( SSKB) continuing in his role as Treasurer with ongoing executive members John McGaw (Destination Melbourne) and Sally Hewitt (Quest 111) now joined by Mark Wilson (3AW), Josephine Tan (Bank Of Queensland), Shane Scanlan (Docklands News) and Bill Reid (Reid Resources). The newly elected Executive Committee have committed to providing representation for all Docklands businesses and addressing both large and small business issues. They intend
to bring large corporate entities together with small business operators as well as the precinct developers into one medium to represent Docklands effectively. The new executive promises to work with key stakeholders to provide positive outcomes for the Docklands Business Community and to advocate in their best interests. Their aim is to work with Destination Docklands and all parties involved in the local media to optimise positive promotional opportunities and drive visitation to the precinct to optimise outcomes for all levels of business. The Docklands Chamber of Commerce also intends to work cohesively with local and state levels of government in representing the interests of Docklands businesses and DCC members as well as proactively with the Docklands Community Association. The new executive was vocal in their aim to build membership numbers by the end of 2013 by offering increased member benefits and high level networking opportunities while maximising member outcomes through close communication with neighbouring precincts under the umbrella of the Melbourne Business Precincts programme. 3008Docklands congratulates and commends both incoming and outgoing executive committees and looks forward to working together into the future. www.docklandscc.com.au
2012/13 DCC Executive Committee from L to R – Bill Reid, Mark Wilson, Stephen Clement, Josephine Tan, Joh Maxwell, John McGaw & Rick Deering (absent Shane Scanlan & Sally Hewitt)
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