EVENT PLAN OPTIONS Students will work in groups of up to 4 to complete the event plan template in detail for one of the following events. Each of these events is being supported by the Townsville Events Hub to assist in developing the potential of the events to grow and attract visitors to the region. 1. Magneticon Townsville – Ist event was held 2nd and 3rd July, 2016 MagnetiCon is a locally organised and operated, family friendly pop culture event that intends to run in Townsville annually. It is a group of comic book, sci-fi, anime and movie lovers that have banded together to create a truly unique event for the citizens of Townsville. The purpose of this two day event, which will include special guest stars, cosplay celebrities and comic book artists, is to raise funds for charity and entertain the masses through video game competitions, cosplay contests and access to merchandise you've only dreamed of. The name stems from our local region incorporating our stunning view of Magnetic Island from our beautiful city shore. The event itself will take place on the mainland, with an expected attendance of 2000+ guests we hope to bring local vendors some extra opportunities that they may otherwise miss out on due to other events running in July. It also intends to raise money for local charity "The Golden Octopus Foundation" which is a childhood cancer charity, founded by local Burdekin girl Keely Johnson. http://www.magneticontsv.com 2. Great Northern Cycling Tour Date: 17/18 September 2016 Great Northern Tour is a cycling event to be staged in mid-September 2016. Approximately 100 competitors from Cairns, Mackay and Townsville will meet in Townsville and ride to Charters Towers and return Program to include • Meet and Greet –The Ville Casino for hosting Meet N Greet as well as final event presentations as a part of a three-year request to sponsor several Townsville Cycling Club events. Awaiting response this week. • Event One on 17 September – the Ron Donnellan Handicap 116klm – Townsville to Charters Towers • Barbeque supplied by Charters Towers Rotary at conclusion of event one • Overnight accommodation in Charters Towers for 100 competitors and support crews • Event Two on September 18 - The Bob Campbell Scratch – 120klm – Charters Towers to Townsville. Finishing event two with presentation event and function at The Ville Casino 3. North Queensland Elite Rodeo Date: 27th August, 2016 This is a new event for the region aimed at complimenting the existing bull-riding and rodeo events already featured on the events calendar. Facilities are developing and are of a very high standard to date. The intent of the event is to not only stage the event but to create pathways for junior development in the sport of rodeo. Facilities are already being used for other events such as weddings and corporate functions and the demands for the facility should see substantial growth as more people see and use the site. The event has one international rodeo star from The United States competing and a total of around 90 registered competitors to date. http://northqueenslandeliterodeo.com.au/ 4. Luxlumin Date: 30th September – 3rd October 2016 Biannual event utilising advanced video projection technologies which will result in 14 CBD buildings being lit up for three nights with state of the art video projection. Local artists will supply the content in line with workshops facilitated by Culture Mechanics who are based in Cairns. The event has funding this year through Townsville City Council T150 program and is seeking to operate every two years at same time of year as Strand Ephemera in the opposing year. This year's themes will be around Migrant and indigenous contributions to Australia and more specifically Townsville. This will be the second time the event will be staged and has potential to be a major cultural tourism event for the city. http://www.luxlumin.org/ 5. Ronald McDonald House NQ Charity Ronald McDonald House North Queensland has provided accommodation for over 2000 families of seriously ill children since 2004, who come from country areas of North and North West Queensland. The Ronald McDonald House North Queensland Chapter operates the following programs: • Ronald McDonald House North Queensland • Ronald McDonald Family Retreat Palm Cove We are the fourth largest house in Australia and proudly represent a growing population in the North. We support a number of different families from all backgrounds from the Outback to the Cape and some overseas families. The House is situated on the Townsville Hospital Campus within close walking distance to the Pediatric Ward and Neonatal Intensive Care Ward. The Charity already runs a range of fundraising events: https://www.rmhc.org.au/our-programs/houses/north-queensland Create a concept for an innovative new fundraising event and complete the event plan template.   Event Volunteering Opportunities – Volunteer Evaluation Report Assessment The following list of events are taking place in Townsville during the time of the subject and are looking for volunteers. If you are based locally and interested in completing your 10hr min volunteering time with one of these events please contact the organiser directly using the details provided below. Alternatively you can identify and approach another event of your choice. Please ensure that you complete and submit the volunteer work experience form for approval prior to commencing your volunteer experience. Townsville Chamber of Commerce – JCU "From Education to Career" Business Event Series The Chamber has partnered with JCU to develop a program which aims to provide participating students with: • soft skills useful in the work place - for example, skills in professional networking and creating enduring relation with individuals and organisations outside one's professional networks; • mock interviews - to master the first three minutes and the "first impression" moment of an interview; and • an introduction to Townsville's business and industry community, including meeting professionals working in sectors of interest to students Students are required to assist in the planning of three events in August and October 2016 and March 2017 (and the delivery of the Aug and Oct events) designed to achieve the above outcomes. If interested contact- Marie-Claude Brown CEO - [email protected] North Queensland Elite Rodeo – 27 August 2016 Hervey Range Rodeo Ground 1994 Hervey Range Road Alice River QLD Australia Pre main event 2pm Junior Barrel Race and Junior Steer Ride The Main Event 5.30pm 15 of the very best in each event Bare Back Ride, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc, Comedy Clown Entertainment, Tie Down Barrel Race, Bull Ride 8pm Kids tagging the sheep race, prizes and crowd giveaways 8:20pm Final in Junior Barrel Race and Junior Steer Ride 8:40pm Final Main Event- Top 4 in each event competing for $50 000.00 in prize money 9:30pm Band to start playing for after Party 12pm Bar closes. Hot and cold food will be available during the events and the bar will also be open. There will be stalls open during the events selling merchandise as well. http://northqueenslandeliterodeo.com.au/ If interested contact Quentin and Sandy Kersh - [email protected] SeaLink Qld Magnetic Island Race Week Date: 1-6 September 2016 Location: Magnetic Island The SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week Organising Committee and the Townsville Cruising Yacht Club host the annual SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week, from 27 August to 1 September 2015. The regatta is run under the auspices of the Townsville Cruising Yacht Club and there are seven racing divisions on offer including IRC Racing, PHS Racing, Classic Yachts, Cruising with Spinnaker, Cruising non Spinnaker and Multi-hulls Cruising and Multi-hulls Racing. Racing around Magnetic Island provides a unique experience with the landscape on the island providing some truly spectacular views. Magnetic Island also comes alive with the many social functions, including live performances, daily Yachties Hour and activities taking place all over the island during the regatta which this year is being taking place under the banner of the Sail Townsville Event which also includes 'Townsville Alive' a Community, Arts and Entertainment Festival and a Yachting Queensland Multi-Class Regatta combined with Discover Sailing opportunities for primary school aged children and the community. http://www.magneticislandraceweek.com.au/ If interested contact Event Co-ordinator: Jodie Kennedy e: [email protected] Townsville Running Festival - Sunday 7 August 2016 Location: Jezzine Barracks The McDonald's Townsville Running Festival will be held on the 3th of August, 2014. The Running Festival is a fast-growing festival quickly following the footsteps of its mentor – the Gold Coast Marathon. Approximately 3000 entrants are expected into the festival; of which a considerable majority travel from outside Townsville and local regions to participate. http://www.townsvillerunningfestival.com/index.php/ If interested contact Event Co-ordinator: Sam Kimlin, Mad Maggies Promotions [email protected]   Townsville Triathlon Festival 19-21 August 2016 The Townsville Triathlon Festival is entering its 14th year and is established as a significant race on the National Triathlon circuit having hosted a World Age Group Qualifying Olympic Distance race in 2014 and 2015. The Festival is proud to announce for 2016 and 2017 we will host the Triathlon Queensland Club Championships – North Queensland testimony to the quality of the course and event itself. www.townsvilletrifestival.org.au If interested contact Sam Pascoe - Event & Sponsorship Manager E: [email protected] Theatre iNQ – Shakespeare in the Park 13-25 September 2016 TheatreiNQ is one of the rising stars in Queensland theatre and stages the annual Shakespeare In The Park production each year as well as a series of theatre productions spread over the year. Shakespeare In The Park is a cultural tourism event and attracts audiences from across the region. http://www.theatreinq.com/ If interested contact Arminelle Fleming – theatreinq.gmail.com Great Northern Tour - 16-17 September 2016 Great Northern Tour is a cycling event to be staged in mid-September 2016. Approximately 100 competitors from Cairns, Mackay and Townsville will meet in Townsville and ride to Charters Towers and return If interested contact Townsville Cycling Club President – Michael Saunders - [email protected] Townsville Cultural Festival - 17-21 August 2016 JCU Campus Townsville Cultural Festival is the largest and most diverse event in the region, with over 300 community and cultural groups, associations, artists and presenters involved. The event is a pillar of the Townsville events calendar with thousands of patrons each year. Volunteering at Townsville Cultural Festival is not just an opportunity to serve the community but one of the most intensive learning and collaborating experiences available in the region. Skills development, networking, event management knowledge and direct community engagement are a few of the outcomes available to event volunteers. Positions available suit a multitude of skill sets and experience levels, and include; Security and Safety Officers Site and Art Feature Building Administration and Logistics Media, Marketing and Promotions Branding and Customer Experience Artist and Performer Services Ground Crew and Logistics Support http://www.culturalfest.org/ If you are interested fill the application form at (please indicate that you are a JCU event management student): www.culturalfest.org/volunteer_application. Defence Force Air Show and Townsville Bulletin Sky Show Saturday 15 October 2016 - The Strand The event is expected to attract 90,000 – 100,000 people The Townsville City Council is hoping to get a group of volunteers to assist with information stalls and running a survey for the event. https://whatson.townsville.qld.gov.au/events/t150-defence-force-air-show-and-townsville-bulletin-sky-show If interested contact - Chelsea McLennan: Senior Marketing Communications Advisor [email protected] INBA Tropix North Queensland Body Building Champtionships September 17 2016 at the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre. 1. Bump in on the 16th September a. Onsite from 9am till 4pm b. We do competitor check in from 2-4pm at the venue 2. Show day on the 17th a. Various roles are available and will see how the event unfolds – there is a variety of activities that occur and areas to be involved in. b. They would likely be partnered with a team member who has experience with the event http://inbatropix.com.au/ If interested contact Scott Piper INBA Tropix Promoter [email protected]