Christmas in the Park

Christmas in the Park celebrated the start of the festive season on Saturday 24 November with the following acts: 

 

Paulini 

Paulini
Paulini was barely in her 20's as we watched her shine in the first series of Australian Idol. Making it through to the final four, she won the hearts of a nation with her angelic, five octave range, and engaging personality.  Paulini is presently putting the final touches on her 3rd solo album release with her brand new single set for release this summer.  She performed a mix of her own material and carols at Christmas in the Park.

LabbyLabby
Popular radio personality Jason “Labby” Hawkins hosted the concert and introduced your favourite performers
The Lorax 

The Lorax - Live Show: Speak for the Trees
In this show the Lorax shares his message - Go Green! Through music and dance the Lorax will entertain and educate you how to be more friendly to the environment and help protect the world we live in.

 Santa Clause 

Santa
Santa arrived at Christmas in the Park in style this year in a helicopter then was transported to the stage in a convertible Cadillac!

 Say Do Now 

Lauren Porter and Band - Say Do Now

Say Do Now are a four-piece Brisbane band rocking a fun pop feel with a fiery rock kick to keep toes tapping. Lead singer Lauren Porter leads the band with vibrant vocals accompanied by the smooth synergy of keyboard, bass and drums. They put their own spin on much-loved Christmas carols.

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Seleen 

Seleen Mcalister
As the winner of the 2011 Optus Gympie Music Muster's Talent Search, Seleen is using her crown to cement her place in the Australian country music industry. Seleen's decade of experience has brought her to the attention of legends within the industry and has shifted her to the next chapter in her career. She performed a mix of her own material and carols at Christmas in the Park.

 Farmer Rob ShowFarmer Rob Show
Roab and Kelly BlackRob and Kelly Black
PrimaPRIMA (Pine Rivers Musical Association)

Plus: 

  • Holy Spirit Dance Team and the band Time Machine featured throughout the concert
  • Amusement rides
  • Food stalls and night markets
  • Free Christmas Craft Workshop
  • Free Little Green Thumbs Workshop - provided by Westfield Strathpine

Tinsel-A-Tree village

Local community groups, charities and business operating within the Moreton Bay region were invited to be involved in this years Christmas in the Park celebrations.

They particpated in a Christmas tree decorating competition called Tinsel-A-Tree. A prize was awarded to the best decorated tree, as voted by the public.

Gold coin donations were collected at the entrance to the Tinsel-A-Tree display with all proceeds going to the local community groups and charities.

Tinsel A Tree Image

Major sponsor

Westfield Strathpine All Mine 
www.westfield.com.au

Fireworks sponsor

Club Pine Rivers 1 
www.clubpinerivers.com.au

Rides sponsor

CSR Bradford  
www.bradfordinsulation.com.au

Community Sponsor

 

Our Village logo
www.ourvillage.com.au  
 Genesis
www.genesisfitness.com.au

 

 

Date

24 November 2012

Time

5.00pm - 9.00pm

Location

Pine Rivers Park - Gympie Road, Strathpine

Cost

Free

Contact

Moreton Bay Regional Council
Ph: (07) 3205 0555
events@moretonbay.qld.gov.au link opens email message

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