Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Events

The NRMA Motoring + Services 4WD Caravan, Camping & Marine Show is on July 10-12 at Lismore Showground. The largest show of its kind in regional NSW has something for everyone, with hundreds of exhibitors showcasing caravans, motor-homes, RVs, 4WDs, camping equipment, and boats.
 
Come and see cooking demos from the 4 ingredients team, the Cellar Door Wine Fest, Country Energy Great East Coast Camp Oven Cook Off, Steve McEwan’s Reptile Show, BIG DOG, Hodgie the Barefoot Fisherman, and muso Juzzie Smith – plus heaps more! With loads of rides and FREE face painting for the kids, this event will be an awesome family day out.
 
Gates open 9am-4pm daily with free onsite parking. Entry for Adults is $10, concession cardholders $8, and children under 14 FREE (when accompanied by an adult).
 
For more info call (02) 6627 4444 or visit www.lismore4wdshow.com.au
All proceeds go to the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter.
 

 
The Wheels are in motion for this year’s ‘Hell on Wheels’
 Its back…this time bigger and better than ever. The 12th annual ‘Hell on Wheels’ Mountain Bike Tour will start its journey in Tenterfield this year, as riders pedal more than 600kms across eights days of intoxicating adventure.
 
This year’s tour from October 17 to 24, promises to be a great adventure taking in an array of picturesque landscapes. The tour will stopover at Tenterfield, Drake, Casino, Kyogle, Tyalgum, Murwillumbah and Ballina before finishing at Lismore. 
 
Although the ride will be no ‘Tour de France’ or ‘Red Bull Rampage’, riders will gain the ultimate experience: the chance to help raise money to help save someone’s life. Over the last 11 years, ‘Hell on Wheels’ has raised over $475,000 for the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter service.
 
Riders’ fees cover accommodation, all breakfasts and morning/afternoon teas, four lunches, a ride jersey, polo shirt and T-shirt.  Riders pay for their dinners, some lunches and beverages (also some coins are handy for the nightly fine sessions)….

OPERA AT THE CHANNON
A feast of wine, food and song
Sunday 26 July, 2009
Opera at The Channon is one of the most popular cultural events on the NSW north coast and features the young stars of the Queensland Opera Company.

A very unique event, Opera at The Channon caters to a variety of different tastes – opera buffs and novices alike can choose to dress formally and enjoy a ‘silver service’ luncheon under a grand marquee or take their own picnic hampers and enjoy the picturesque country setting and lush green hills in Coronation Park. Following lunch guests are treated to an afternoon of fine music, with a stunning selection from famous operas and musicals.

Tickets to the popular event always sell quickly, so get in early to avoid disappointment! Purchase an ‘early bird’ ticket before June 15 and save $10 on ‘Opera/Luncheon’ tickets and $5 on ‘Opera Only’ tickets.

Opera & Luncheon tickets: $130 (Early Bird: $120)
Opera Only: $50 (Early Bird: $45)

For those who don’t have the time or the inclination you can now order gourmet picnic boxes prior to the event – Antipasto (Vegetarian) – serves 2 – $35 or the Deluxe Antipasto – serves 2 – $45. All enquiries & order to The Little Deli – 6622 0558.

Tickets are available from Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter – Tel: (02) 6627 4444

A bus service to The Channon will be available on the day – picking up from Byron Bay, Lennox Head, Ballina, Alstonville and Lismore (cost is $5).

2009 BUS TIMETABLE
9.00am – Byron Bay Jonson St Information Centre Bus Stop
9.20am – Lennox Head Bus Stop opposite Catholic Church
9.30am – Ballina Tamar St Bus Zone
9.45am – Alstonville Main St Bus Stop
9.55am – Goonellabah Media Centre
10.00am – Goonellabah Primary School/Rochdale Theatre
10.05am – Lismore Heights William Blair Ave
10.15am – Lismore Down …

Be sure to put the following dates in your diary!

Friday 10 – Sunday 12 July – 2009 4WD Caravan, Camping & Marine Show featuring the 4 Ingredients and other special guests. For more information visit: www.lismore4wdshow.com.au

Sunday 30 August – Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Annual Doorknock Day