What’s On In Newcastle? Combat8, Christmas Trees & The Summer Arts Bazaar

by Admin on November 29, 2012

 

Here’s your jam-packed what’s on guide for Newcastle this week! Combat8 returns to Newcastle, the Summer Arts Bazaar comes to Civic park + stacks more on offer.

Friday 30th November

Hunter DiGiT Launch & Expo @ Newcastle Panthers

For info, check out our post here.

International Space Time Concerto @ The Newcastle Conservatorium

Described as “Beethoven Meets the Matrix”, this ‘Around the World in 80 Milliseconds’ is a joint effort between The Newcastle Conservatorium (Australia), Ars Electronica and Bruckner University (Austria), and the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, simultaneously connecting 5 locations around the world, its going to be one heck of show. Quite frankly it will be AWESOME, find the details here.

Saturday 1st December

Combat8 @ Newcastle Panthers

COMBAT8 spent over two years developing a style of combat that could stand as a platform in the middle to bring both Boxers and MMA Fighters together in tournament with a rules system in place that equally assists both sportsmen.

Combat 8 returns to Newcastle Panthers after the success of their launch in September.

Includes performance by Shannon Noll!

Visit the official Combat 8 website.

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE SO GET IN FAST!!

“Were bringing Las Vegas to Newcastle…” Nathan Swadling , CEO Combat 8, Australia

Summer Art Bazaar @ Civic Park

In 2012 HAN will be holding their tenth Summer Art Bazaar which has been growing in popularity and size since the very first Art Bazaar held in Laman Street under the gorgeous fig trees. Summer Art Bazaar moved from Laman St to Civic Park two years ago which has seen an increase in the number of stalls and crowds of over 10,000. Wander through the colourful & vibrant Civic Park, Newcastle on Saturday 1 December from 9am – 3pm & discover the work of more than 100 designers & artists. Fulfill your Christmas shopping at the home of the original Art Bazaar with unusual gifts & one-off pieces.

Hard Ons @ The Cambridge

Having recovered substantially from a well-publicised incident, Peter “Blackie” Black will take his band The Hard-ons back on the road in Australia in November and December!

Hard-ons’ irresistible march around Australia was abruptly halted back in March due to the said incident. Blackie has since recovered well, in no small part due to the support of the Hard-ons’ fans and the underground musical community here and abroad. Now, having undertaken tours to Japan and Europe already, the legendary trio will take their shows for the first time since Blackie’s recovery to their motherland.

Tucked under their arms are the juicy reissues SMELL MY FINGER and DICKCHEESE, two powerhouse double cd sets that were overdue for their lush and pristine remaster/reissue treatments! Songs from both of these reissues will be showcased live - in many cases, for the first time in twenty years!

Please attend one of these shows of the unstoppable Hard-ons. An ear-blasting night of rampaging punk, metal and bubble-gum pop will be guaranteed for all!

Olive Tree Christmas Markets @ The Junction

The Olive Tree Christmas Market Festival will be the biggest market of 2012 with an amazing 150 stalls!! Its going to be an fantastic day with an incredible ensemble of talented artists & designers attending! Olive Tree will publish the full program of events and the stallholder list on Monday 19th of November! Stay tuned for what will be a celebrating of Newcastle’s Handmade Community! Check out the Olive Tree Market website for a full list of stall holders.

After The Fall @ The Great Northern

NSW Central Coast’s favourite sons After The Fall return triumphant in 2012, with hard won fourth album ‘Bittersweet’ and some serious lessons under their collective belt.

The pop-rock quartet were one of the most successful acts to emerge from the ripe Central Coast punk/rock scene in the mid-00’s, tunes like ‘Mirror, Mirror’ and ‘Concrete Boots’ were radio and live staples for the band, who toured constantly around Australia, garnered much love from triple j and played almost every major festival this wide brown land has to offer.

After the Fall have spent the years since 2009’s ‘[In] Exile’, writing with eight feet planted firmly on the ground. Addition of mate Adrian on the skins injected long-lost excitement and (importantly) fun back into ATF. Ensuing songwriting brought back the energy, punch and anger of times past that had made them into formidable live presence. Mostly recorded in houses that guitarist Mark Warner was house-sitting (booya, free electricity!), at their own pace, an image of four blokes recording long hours, sweating in our in their undies isn’t too far from reality.

Made by the band, for the band, armed with some hindsight and the wisdom of a band that has endured tougher times, ‘Bittersweet’ is that indeed. It’s the sound of a band taking their own advice, confident in their direction and discretion. What this album, and the future holds for After the Fall remains to be seen, but in their eyes it’s already a success.

Christmas Tree Lighting @ Honeysuckle

Carols, a sausage sizzle, a visit from Santa and the official switching on of the Honeysuckle Christmas tree!

From 6pm to 8.30pm on the Honeysuckle boardwalk.

OzHarvest Giving Tree @ Honeysuckle

The Hunter Development Corporation & OzHarvest have partnered to create a food donation point in Honeysuckle for Christmas. Locate the yellow bin next to the Christmas tree to donate non-perishable food to OzHarvest.

Starts Saturday December 1st and will be available from 10am - 3pm Tuesday to Sunday until Friday December 21st.

Sunday 2nd December

Kid Rockers @ Rosie’s School of Rock

They’re polishing the drum kits, plugging in the amps and selecting their favourite Bart Simpson guitar picks in anticipation for what will be the greatest rock show of their young lives. On Sunday 2nd December over 300 “Kid Rockers” from Rosie’s School of Rock will take to the Stage at Souths Leagues Club to participate in what will be for many of them the 1st rock gig they have attended-let alone performed at.

“We’re giving ‘em the complete Rock Show Experience” says Craig “Rosie” Rosevear principal of the School of Rock. “We’ve brought in the loudest PA in town, smoke machines and a light show that would rival a Kiss concert. The only thing that will be different will be the backstage experience - strictly soft drinks and chips” says Rosie.

The students from Rosie’s School of Rock have been rehearsing a wide repertoire for the show which ranges from classic rock such as AC/DC and Led Zeppelin through to current favourites such as LMFAO’s Party Rock Anthem . We don’t just chords and scales we teach the Kids to get on stage and perform Rock songs.This gives kids a great boost to their confidence not just in music but in life. I just hope none of the kids decide to set their guitars on fire” laughs Rosie.

For more details, check Rosie’s School of Rock

Toy Run @ Griffith Park - Newcastle Foreshore

The Newcastle Bikers Toy Run is the oldest and longest running toy run in Australia. In 2012 we will be conducting our 34rd Toy Run. Over this period of time the run has grown from originally 25 Motorcycles commencing in Civic Park and ending at Woodlands Boys Home. Now under the auspices of “Bikers for Kids” the run attracts up to 5000 motorcycles of all makes & descriptions, from the Hunter region and even as far away as Queensland.

We encourage participation by any and all motorcyclists and even have contingents of bikes from Australia Post, and Scooter clubs. The Toy Run has had strong community support with all proceeds being donated to the Salvation Army specifically for the underprivileged children and their families in the region at Christmas. These toys are part of the Christmas assistance given to some 1200 families within the immediate region.

Our objective for the Salvation Army Toy Run is to make it a regular attraction and feature for Newcastle. In 2005 the Toy Run was presented with the Australia Day Award by the Newcastle City Council for the Newcastle 2005 Community Event of the Year. Our mission is to annually increase the donations of money, toys and food to The Salvation Army, while simultaneously ensuring an incident free event for all participants.

We believe that close consultation, cooperation and participation of Newcastle City Council, the Police, the RTA and the Toy Run Committee is essential for us to achieve our objective. All members of the organising committee donate their time and resources at no expense to the Toy Run. Last year saw Toys to the value of $25,000 and a sum of $48,000 donated through this event.

Tuesday 4th December

Open Mic Night @ The Great Northern

Sing for your supper or play for a pint! Come along The Northern’s weekly open mic night.

Wednesday 5th December

Antics @ The Cambridge

Antics student night featuring SOUND OF SEASONS and SWINGSETS performing live and Djs till late. Free entry

Blues Jam @ The Great Northern

Join Mark Salter and The Merewether Fats for their monthly blues jam! Kicking off at 7pm, musicians are invited to bring along their instruments… enthusiasts are encouraged to wear their dancing shoes.

 

Thursday 6th December

Art Sale @ Watt Space

A wonderful opportunity to buy that unique gift, handcrafted by artists at very affordable prices

The range is vast, including sculpture, printmaking, fibre textiles, painting, photo-media and ceramics. EFTPOS is available on most items, and works can be taken with you on purchase, unlike the usual exhibition process.

Commission received will contribute to the cost of installing a contemporary hanging system at Watt Space.