Gladstone Region stands strong and is ready to Band Together

Excitement is building around the region as the countdown to Gladstone Regional Council’s reinvigorated bushfire benefit concert Band Together kicks-off.

Gladstone Region Mayor Matt Burnett said the concert gives the community a chance to recognise the efforts provided by countless community members, organisations and emergency services during the 2018 CQ bushfires.   “This event is also about showing the strength our region, what the region is capable of when faced with adversity,” Councillor Burnett said.

“Well-known musician Adam Harvey will be headlining the concert, with local bands Kissing the Flint and Beautifully Broken 1770.”

Councillor Burnett said the event is a true ‘for the community, by the community’ event’.

“I cannot wait to see community members come together and support these great local acts,” Cr Burnett said.

All funds raised throughout the evening will be donated to those directly affected by the 2018 bushfires.

Councillor Burnett said free return shuttle buses will be running throughout the Gladstone Region.

“This event will be free for the community; however, we ask for donations where possible,” Cr Burnett said.

“All funds raised throughout the night will go to the affected communities throughout the Gladstone Region.”

Transport

• Free return buses to the concert will be available throughout the Gladstone Region • All seats must be booked prior to the event • To book your seat on the bus/shuttle bus or for additional pick-up locations, please contact Gladstone Entertainment Convention Centre on 4972 2822

Accommodation

There will be no camping available at Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds.

Council encourages the community to support local accommodation providers in the area.

Lagoons Resort and Spa 1770 and Sandcastles 1770 Motel have discounted accommodation rates on offer. To book the discounted rate, please quote ‘bushfire recovery event’ when enquiring. 

Food and Drink

Food will be available on the night. All proceeds from food and drinks will be donated to GIVIT for impacted residents.

The Salvation Army will host the food vending during the event.

Donations

• All funds raised throughout the evening will be coordinated via GIVIT – and will be directed to our impacted communities • Donations on entry is welcomed.

Event details:

Where: Wartburg Sport and Recreation Grounds, 569 Coast Road, Baffle Creek

When: Saturday, 13 April 2019

Time: 5:30pm – 9pm

Cost: Free (donations accepted)

Additional Information

Band Together is a CASH ONLY event.