A-Z listing of all events

Events are listed in alphabetical order by suburb name:


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ALBURY


Free Film Screening
Screening of a short film by Jared Younger at the Albury City Regional Gallery and Library Museum.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Albury City Regional Gallery & Library Museum
Cost: FREE


ALSTONVILLE


IDPWD Regional Event Far North Coast NSW
A fun, festive showcase the ability across the Far North Coast.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Alstonville Showground and Leisure Centre
Cost: FREE


ARMIDALE


A Day at the Races
A day of fun that highlights the positive aspects of disability. For friends, familiy, carers, schools, general community.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Armidale Racecourse
Cost: Gold coin donation for lunch

Armidale Dumaresq Access Awards
Presentation of the 2009 Access Awards to local Businesses who are nominated by people with disabilities or their carers/family members. The Award
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Armidale Racecourse
Cost: Gold coin donation for lunch


BARGO


Fun time @ Bargo
Fun time @ Bargo Wollondilly Ability Challenge - Entertainment theme aims to provide an opportunity for 'amateur' performers to showcase.
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When: Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: Bargo Sports Club
Cost: FREE


BARRABA


Don't DIS my ABILITY window display
Don't DIS my ABILITY window display. Window can be viewed 24 hours a day from Tues 24 Nov until Fri 11 Dec 2009.
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When: Tuesday, 24 November 2009
Where: HACC OFFICE
Cost: FREE


BATHURST


Celebrate Abilities
A day of celebration on International Day of People with a Disability. Celebrate the skills and abilities of people in our community.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009, Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Bathurst Seymour Centre
Cost: FREE

Embracing Your Life Blog Launch
The launch of http://www.wavingnotdrowning1.blogspot.com with a community event celebrating the stories of people in the communnity.
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When: Thursday, 10 December 2009
Where: Daffodil Cottage
Cost: FREE

Morning Tea
A special morning tea in recognition for people with a disability in our community.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Bathurst Adult Support Service
Cost: FREE


BLACKETT


Aboriginal Community Disability Celebration
Community Bush Tucker BBQ and Aboriginal cultural activities.
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When: Thursday, 10 December 2009
Where: Marrin Weejali Aboriginal Corporation
Cost: FREE


BOMADERRY


Dinner Dance
Dinner Dance to celebrate Ability.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Bomaderry RSL Club
Cost: $15.00


BONDI BEACH


Xpress Urself Theatre Workshop
Xpress Theatre Workshop is a creative performance workshop open to adults with an intellectual disability in the Waverley Area.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Bondi Pavilion
Cost: $5.00


BONDI JUNCTION


Waverley Community Living Program - 'Who We Are'
Waverley Community Living Program 'Who We Are" Photography Exhibition and accompanying stories.
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When: Wednesday, 25 November 2009
Where: Waverley Library Foyer
Cost: FREE


BROOKVALE


Living Library of DisAbility 'Books'
Chat with a 'Living Book' either with a disability or who cares for or provides a service for someone with a disability.
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When: Saturday, 28 November 2009
Where: Warringah Mall Library
Cost: FREE


BURWOOD


Artz my Ability
An art and performance showcase of the abilities of people with a disability including an art exhibition and performances.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Woodstock Community Centre
Cost: FREE


CAMPBELLTOWN


Campbelltown Ability Expo
Ability Expo consisting of performances, information stalls and announcement of winner of MacAbility poster competition.
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When: Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: Campbelltown Civic Centre
Cost: FREE

MacAbility Poster Competition
Poster Competition.
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When: Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: Campbelltown Civic Centre
Cost: FREE


CASTLE HILL


access2art
An exhibition and sale of artworks about discovery, exploration and expression to celebrate International Day of People with a Disability.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Castle Hill Community Centre
Cost: FREE


CESSNOCK


Celebration Festival
A community festival, a celebration for people with disabilities to bring disability services from across the region together.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Turner Park
Cost: FREE

'Creating Dreams' Art Exhibition
'Creating Dreams' art exhibition displays the work of ten artists created especially for International Day of People with a Disability 2009.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Turner Park
Cost: FREE


COBAR


Making Sense of Art Exhibition
School aged children with disbaility will participate in three two hour workshops with professional artist Yvonne Beard.
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When: Friday, 5 December 2008, Monday, 30 November 2009
Where: Cobar Shire Library
Cost: FREE


CORRIMAL


Inter-Service Ten Pin Bowling Challenge
Teams of up to six (6) bowlers will compete for the Illawarra Inter-Service Ten Pin Bowling Challenge Trophy.
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When: Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Where: Northern Bowl
Cost: $9.00


DEE WHY


Speak Up Speak Out
Warringah Council and People with a Disability (PWD) will be hosting an advocacy information session for people with a disability and their carers.
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When: Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Where: Dee Why RSL
Cost: FREE


DRUMMOYNE


Making Faces Art Project
City of Canada Bay Council with local artist Diamando Koutsellis and Drummoyne Community Centre.
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When: Sunday, 1 November 2009
Where: Drummoyne Community Centre
Cost: FREE


EMU PLAINS


Sizzle
Sizzle is an inclusive arts festival for people with a disability. Includes an art exhibition, performances, an audio tour and a forum.
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When: Tuesday, 1 December 2009, Wednesday, 2 December 2009, Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: The Penrith Regional Gallery and The Lewers Bequest
Cost: FREE


FAIRFIELD


I Love You - the extension of reading
‘I Love You’ is a new theatre performance telling the story of Janet Diane, a young woman in Western Sydney.
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When: Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: Powerhouse Youth Theatre
Cost: FREE


FINGAL HEAD


Breaking Ground
Exhibition Breaking Ground will showcase Damien Conte's art and launch Damien's new website.
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When: Friday, 11 December 2009
Where: Studio 44
Cost: FREE


FORBES


Scooter Safety Seminar - Forbes
A seminar including a presentation from NSW Police on the road rules related to scooter use and a scooter speed check conducted by Police.
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When: Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Where: Town Hall
Cost: FREE


GLEN INNES


BBQ and Fun day
Games: Balloon races, three-legged race, BBQ lunch, lucky door prizes, lucky chair prizes, Craft.
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When: Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: Garden Court Centre
Cost: FREE


GLOUCESTER


Day of People with a Disability
Social gathering in the park, drumming, instruments,dancing and bring-your-own picnic lunch.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: Billabong Park
Cost: FREE


GOULBURN


Celebration of Ability
Celebration of Ability will together the local community in Belmore Park with entertainment, art stalls and dancing from 12.00noon - 10.00pm
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Belmore Park and Soldier's Club
Cost: FREE


GRIFFITH


My Year Without Sex - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
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When: Monday, 23 November 2009
Where: Griffith City Cinema
Cost: FREE

The Boys Are Back - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
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When: Monday, 23 November 2009
Where: Griffith City Cinema
Cost: FREE


HARRIS PARK


Viewing of Up Up and Away DVD
Viewing of Up Up and Away DVD and afternoon tea.
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When: Saturday, 21 November 2009
Where: Down Syndrome Association
Cost: FREE


HOMEBUSH BAY


Get DIS Party Started
Did someone order a dance party? To celebrate the Don’t DIS my ABILITY campaign Companion Card are hosting a fully accessible dance party.
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When: Thursday, 26 November 2009
Where: Hall of Legends, Sydney Olympic Park
Cost: FREE


ILUKA


Clarence Valley International Day of People with a Disability celebration
70's theme celebration with performances and music by people with a disability, disco, art activities, wheelchair events, morning tea and BBQ lunch.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009, Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Iluka Bowls Club
Cost: FREE


INVERELL


Inverell and District Mini Olympics
Invitation to Disability Groups/schools members of the public to participate in Mini Olympics International Day of People with Disability.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Varley Oval
Cost: FREE


KATOOMBA


Sensorial '09 - Colour and Collaboration
Visit the beautiful Blue Mountains. Be inspired by colourful art works; become part of the interactive 'body as art' installation.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: Katoomba Fine Art Gallery
Cost: FREE


KELLYVILLE


The All Abilities Playground
Council will be launching the Accessible Playground incorporating the Liberty Swing and Wheelchair Merry-Go-Round at Bernie Mullane Sports complex.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Bernie Mullane Sports Complex
Cost: FREE


KIAMA


Art in the Park
Art in the Park activities created and facilitated by highly skilled award winning local artist Nadia Balatti.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Community HACC Centre Hindmarsh Park
Cost: Gold coin donation


KOGARAH


Movement in Space Art Exhibition
An exhibtion of five murals developed by students with a disability from St George School will be launched and displayed during the week of Internatio
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Kogarah Library and Cultural Centre
Cost: FREE

Senior Driver's Workshop - Kogarah Council
;Low risk driving tips; Ideas to prepare for a driving test; Refresher on road rules; Changing travel needs; and Pedestrian safety.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: St George Leagues Club
Cost: FREE


LANE COVE


Scooter Safety Seminar
How to use a scooter correctly; Potential issues to be aware of; How to stay safe.
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When: Wednesday, 18 November 2009
Where: The Queen Elizabeth Queen Mother Centenary Centre
Cost: FREE


LEICHHARDT


Universal Access - The practical side of providing for people with disabilities
Will provide participants with an insight into the design implications of ensuring access for people.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Leichhardt Town Hall
Cost: TBC


LISMORE


VeryAbility Festival
The VeryAbility event is the culmination of ten weeks of workshops in a variety of artforms.
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When: Saturday, 28 November 2009
Where: Lismore City Hall
Cost: FREE - $10


MARRICKVILLE


FRANS for Arts Sake Exhibition
FRANS For Arts Sake Ehibition is an anonymous and inclusive exhibition promoting the creative achievements of people with a disabilitY.
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When: Wednesday, 4 November 2009, Thursday, 5 November 2009
Where: Addison Road Gallery
Cost: FREE


MERIMBULA


IDEAS EXPO 2009
A major disability expo to be held in Merimbula Celebrating International Day and promoting Access for all. Over 30 exhibitors will be on display.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009, Friday, 4 December 2009
Where: Merimbula RSL Club
Cost: FREE


MERRYLANDS


Celebration Disco
FREE Disco Party to celebrate Interational Day of People with a Disability. Registrations are essential.
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When: Friday, 27 November 2009
Where: The Holroyd Centre
Cost: FREE


MOSS VALE


Don't Dis my Ability - a display of new and emerging talents
Disability Services Australia, with the support of the Wingecarribee Shire Council will be hosting an exhibition of the new and emerging talents.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Wingecarribee Shire Council
Cost: FREE


MOUNT DRUITT


Don't DIS my ABILITY
Mixture of performance and art display. With infromation stands for disability service providers.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Dawson's Mall
Cost: FREE


NELSON BAY


International Day of Disabilities Summer Party
A celebration of the abilities of people in the local community.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Little Beach Reserve
Cost: Gold Coin


NEWCASTLE


Sustainable Transport Workshop
Includes: Best Practice in Transport Access Guides (TAGs) Producing the TAG.
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When: Monday, 16 November 2009
Where: RTA Hunter Regional Office
Cost: FREE


NORTH RYDE


Celebrate my DISCO ability
Celebrate ability with a 70's DISCO fever theme. For ages 18+ family and friends.
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When: Thursday, 5 November 2009
Where: North Ryde School of Arts Community Centre
Cost: FREE


NOWRA


Promotional Day
Promotional day for International Day for People with a Disability.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Junction Court
Cost: FREE


ORANGE


My Year Without Sex - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
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When: Monday, 30 November 2009
Where: Australia Cinema 4
Cost: FREE

Paverpol Sculpture Exhibition
Paverpol Sculpture Day, Saturday 7 November 2009, Public Exhibition of sculpture from Monday 23 November 2009 to 3 December 2009.
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When: Saturday, 7 November 2009, Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: The O'Brien Centre
Cost: $2.00 for lunch

The Boys Are Back - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
More details
When: Monday, 30 November 2009
Where: Australia Cinema 4
Cost: FREE


PARKES


Scooter Safety Seminar - Parkes
The seminar will include a presentation from NSW Police on the road rules related to scooter use, a scooter speed check conducted by Police.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: Coventry Room, Culture Centre
Cost: FREE


PARRAMATTA


Expo and Entertainment in the Mall
The Expo and Entertainment in the Mall will be abuzz with colour, interaction, information and fun. With opportunities to access information.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Parramatta's Church St Mall
Cost: FREE

Sustainable Transport Workshop
Includes: Best Practice in Transport Access Guides (TAGs.)
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When: Friday, 20 November 2009
Where: RTA Argyle Street Office
Cost: FREE

WAPD End of Year Concert
WAPD-Workshops in the Arts for People with Disabilities End of Year Showcase Concert with singing, dancing and drama.
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When: Tuesday, 24 November 2009
Where: Riverside Theatres
Cost: FREE


PETERSHAM


Special Olympics Sydney Inner West "Colour My World" Gala Event
End of year presentation and Gala event celebrating the achievements of all involved with the newly formed Special Olympics Sydney Inner West region.
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When: Saturday, 28 November 2009
Where: Petersham RSL Club
Cost: $35 or $15 for registered athletes and their immed


PICTON


Wollondilly Celebration Breakfast
Celebration Breakfast held on Thursday 3 December at Picton Bowling Club.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Picton Bowling Club
Cost: FREE


PORT MACQUARIE


Through my eyes
NewIDAFE Disability Service will be holding an art and photography expo.
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When: Monday, 30 November 2009, Monday, 30 November 2009
Where: Through my eyes
Cost: FREE


REDFERN


Unlock Your Creativity
Unlock Your Creativity is a weekly performing arts workshop series with professional artists for adults with disabilities.
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When: Saturday, 31 October 2009
Where: Redfern Community Centre
Cost: $5 per workshop / 4 Dec FREE


ROUSE HILL


DISCO
Bright Colours Disco
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When: Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Where: Rouse Hill Community Centre
Cost: $5.00 entry fee including supper and drinks


ROZELLE


Flamenco @ Rozelle Community Centre
To provide a professional dance and music class for people with an intellectual disability.
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When: Saturday, 5 December 2009
Where: Rozelle Community Centre
Cost: FREE


SHELLHARBOUR


Access and Mobility Day - Shellharbour Council
Expo of Accessible Transport options in Shellharbour.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: Shellharbour Workers Club
Cost: FREE


SINGLETON


Disability Awareness Week
A week of activities to highlight the abilities of people with a disability. Daily events willbe held.
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When: Monday, 30 November 2009
Where: Singleton Town Square
Cost: FREE


SYDNEY


ACCESSIBLE DANCE
Informal end of term showing for friends, family and dance supporters of Sydney Dance Company and Accessible Arts Accessible Dance class.
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When: Saturday, 5 December 2009
Where: Accessible Arts Training Room
Cost: FREE

Australian Chamber Orchestra Open Rehearsal
Open Rehearsal for High School students with a vision impairment.
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When: Sunday, 1 November 2009
Where: Australian Chamber Orchestra
Cost: FREE

Bella Family Workshop
A free art-making workshop in the gallery spaces for young people under 18, their families, friends and carers.
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When: Sunday, 6 December 2009
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art
Cost: FREE

Fiona Foley: Audio Described Tour
Join an audio-described tour of Fiona Foley: Forbidden. The tour will highlight Foley's Nulla 4 Eva series to provide context for talk/performance.
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When: Saturday, 12 December 2009
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art
Cost: FREE

International Day of People with Disability Celebration Central Station
International Day of People with Disability Celebration at Central Station. Information Stands, guest speakers and entertainment.
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When: Tuesday, 1 December 2009
Where: Central Railway Station
Cost: FREE

My Year Without Sex - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
More details
When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Dendy Opera Quays
Cost: FREE

Panel Discussion - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
More details
When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Dendy Opera Quays
Cost: FREE

Sunnyfield id DAY
As part of IDPwD, Sunnyfield, one of the largest service providers for people with an intellectual disability in NSW, is proud to launch ‘id DAY’.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Martin Place and selected CBD locations
Cost: FREE

The Boys Are Back - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio description.
More details
When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Dendy Opera Quays
Cost: FREE

Wheels for a Day
Join ParaQuad NSW as we celebrate Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Week at the annual Wheels for a Day Celebrity Challenge at Sydney’s Martin Place.
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When: Monday, 9 November 2009
Where: Martin Place
Cost: FREE


TAMWORTH


Beach Ability
Beach Ability with a beach theme will include music, games, beach cricket, face painting, bubble blowing, jumping castle and sand castle building.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Anzac Park
Cost: FREE


TERRIGAL


Conversation, Co-operation and Celebration - let's talk disability
This forum provides an opportunity to discuss disability related issues on the Central Coast, provide feedback to local government network.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: Terrigal Surf Lifesaving Club
Cost: FREE


ULTIMO


A Spoonful of Music
Sydney Symphony and MBF will present a special concert for adults living with disabilities, part of their award-winning music4health program.
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When: Friday, 11 December 2009
Where: Powerhouse Museum
Cost: FREE with Museum admission ($6 concession, $10 adu

Still Living in a Sensory World
Enliven your senses with activities that explore the 'Living in a sensory world: stories from people with blindness or low vision' exhibition.
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When: Thursday, 3 December 2009
Where: Powerhouse Museum
Cost: FREE with Museum admission ($25 family, $10 adult,


WAGGA WAGGA


Art Ability
Art Ability showcases the abilities and achievements of people with a disability and brings together members of the community.
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When: Wednesday, 2 December 2009
Where: E3 Art Room Wagga Art Gallery
Cost: FREE

Dance Party - Whacky Hats and Masks
Dance Party with a theme of “Whacky Hats and Masks” at the Hammond Hall, Wagga Wagga Show Ground.
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When: Friday, 27 November 2009
Where: Hammond Hall, Wagga Wagga Show Grounds
Cost: Gold Coin donation

Face Painting
The Wagga Marketplace hold a "Fresh Food" each Friday for a month.
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When: Friday, 20 November 2009
Where: Wagga Wagga Marketplace
Cost: FREE

My Year Without Sex - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio descriptions.
More details
When: Wednesday, 25 November 2009
Where: Forum 6 Cinema
Cost: FREE

The Boys Are Back - Access All Areas Film Festival
Film Screening as part of Access All Areas Film Festival. Free entry for everyone. Featuring open captions and audio descriptions.
More details
When: Wednesday, 25 November 2009
Where: Forum 6 Cinema
Cost: FREE

We Know we CAN Dance
This performance will be at the opening of Celebrate Ability Whacky Hats and Masks Dance Party.
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When: Friday, 27 November 2009
Where: Hammond Hall Wagga Wagga Showground
Cost: Gold Coin