program - The Aurora Group

PROGRAM
WELCOME
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YESTERDAY ONCE MORE
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PROGRAM
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MENU
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ENTERTAINMENT
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RAFFLE PRIZES
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PHOTOS FROM THE 2012 AURORA BALL
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LIVE AUCTION
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SILENT AUCTION
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LUCKY DOOR PRIZE
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ABOUT AURORA
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AURORA RECALLS
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CORPORATE & COMMUNITY TABLES
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THANK YOU
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“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot,
Nothing is going to get better. It's not.”
Dr. Seuss, The Lorax
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Good evening and welcome,
On behalf of the Trustees and Directors of The Aurora Group, as well as the community organisations
that we assist, I would like to thank you for joining us tonight at Aurora’s 14th Annual Ball, ‘Yesterday
Once More’.
Tonight I invite you to take an opulent journey with me back to the days of our colourful past, exploring
the history of this iconic venue, the Sydney Town Hall when it played host to an eclectic crowd at
bohemian artists balls. We are in good hands with television personality and human rights activist Gretel
Killeen as our host.
There is an outstanding line up of entertainment to take us through till the early hours including Sydney
Show Queen Trevor Ashley, Aurora favourite Brendan Maclean fresh from his role as Klipspringer in The
Great Gatsby, cabaret singer and drag artist Joey Arias, all the way from New York City, DJ Matt
Vaughan as well as The Carpenters from Kempsey who I expect will have us all singing along.
I am thrilled to be able to welcome award winning comedic actress Magda Szubanski as our keynote
speaker for this evening and I’m sure that I can speak for us all when I say I’m greatly looking forward
the hearing her address as one our community’s much respected figures.
While the theme of the Ball is a reflection on the past, The Aurora Group is well and truly looking to the
future. This year has seen Aurora introduce the offer of youth concession ticket to the Ball so that
younger members of our community can have an opportunity to experience and support Aurora through
attending this event. We welcome them to the Aurora family.
Aurora was founded in 1999 with the aim to raise funds for a number of vital services for the gay,
lesbian and transgender community and some 14 years later, there are still so many important causes
which need our help.
This is my first year as Chair and I am continually amazed by the love and support for Aurora in our
GLBTQ community, as well as the wider community. Numerous sponsors, donors, volunteers and
partners have contributed selflessly to make this Ball happen. I thank each and every one of them for
their generosity. Special thanks to our Event Partners Bayleaf Catering, Oak Barrel, City of Sydney and
Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney and Media Partners SameSame, Star Observer and SX.
I am most grateful to the Aurora Board Directors and Trustees for their hard work and guidance. The
Board is made up entirely of volunteers who have worked tirelessly to bring this event together, in
particular our Events Director Wayne Cox. My heartfelt thanks and congratulations to you all, it’s such a
pleasure to work with all of you and I am so proud of our achievements so far.
So for now sit back, enjoy the glittering evening, and I will see you on the dance floor!
Adam Niewand
Chairperson, The Aurora Group
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All that glitters will be gold tonight at Sydney Town Hall for Aurora’s 14th Annual Ball! This evening’s
theme, ‘Yesterday Once More’, has been inspired by fundraiser events of the past and we are very
excited to offer you all an opulent and lavish experience, with an art deco atmosphere and a stellar
line-up of guests.
Aurora's events have always been staged with a spirit of fun and celebration. The Annual Ball is held in
late June to mark the anniversary of International Stonewall Day. This evening we will toast to this date,
as well as the 35th Anniversary of Mardi Gras. In homage to the community’s history and origins, tonight
is an opportunity to celebrate Aurora’s history and future directions.
Tonight’s theme has been inspired by the history of this iconic venue, inviting guests back to a time
when the Sydney Town Hall played host to bohemian artists’ balls of the new modern and permissive
’Jazz’ age. The Centennial Hall was richly decorated with streamers, flowers and artworks, much like
tonight. Guests would attend wearing elaborately themed fancy dress. Frequented by all classes, the
eclectic crowd included artists, writers, models and muses.
The first post-war Artists’ Ball was in 1922 to raise money for soldiers injured in the war. They were
considered highly controversial due to the unseemly shenanigans and gay abandon of its guests, a
story all too familiar to the GLBT community that Aurora supports!
As part of tonight’s program, we are thrilled to have international guest star Joey Arias from New York,
the Carpenters all the way from Kempsey and Brendan MacLean, fresh from playing Ewing Klipspringer
in the film The Great Gatsby. Trevor Ashley is back to sprook the crowd for the live auction as well as
belt out a tune with Margi De Ferranti – not to mention a very special surprise performance!
Let’s get to the gay abandon!
Wayne Cox
Events Director
IN MEMORY OF TONY “MARY” COOPER
22 JULY 1959 - 27 APRIL 2013
Tonight's dinner is dedicated to the memory of Tony Cooper.
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To was one of the founding directors and trustees of Aurora.
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He loved a big celebration and he was an integral director in organising the first
seven annual dinners.
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He will be hugely missed by the Aurora family, especially his fellow founding trustees.
David Wilkins
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Founding Member & Trustee
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COCKTAILS AND CANAPÉS
Music by Matt Vaughan
Bev Kennedy
MC Gretel Killeen
Clover Moore MP, Lord Mayor of Sydney
Brendan MacLean
ENTRÉE
MC Gretel Killeen
Aurora Chairperson - Adam Niewand
Keynote Speaker - Magda Szubanski
Joey Arias
MAIN COURSE
Margi De Ferranti
Trevor Ashley
Live Auction
DESSERT
COFFEE, TEA & PETIT FOURS
Raffle Drawn
Carpenters from Kempsey
Dancing until 1am, with DJ Matt Vaughan
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Magda Szubanski
Magda is one of Australia’s most loved and respected actors. She is best known for her
roles' as Mrs Hoggett in the Academy Award and Golden Globe winning film Babe and
its sequel Babe: Pig In The City, and her performance as Sharon Strzelecki in the hit
television series and now feature film Kath and Kimderella. Magda teamed up with the
Babe creators again to voice the box office hit Happy Feet and its’ sequel Happy Feet
2. Her other film credits include the Legend of The Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole,
Santa’s Apprentice, The Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course, alongside the late Steve
Irwin, Son Of The Mask, with Jamie Kennedy and Alan Cumming, and the Australian
films Dr Plonk directed by Rolf de Heer and Bran Nu Dae by Rachel Perkins. Most
recently she appears in the musical comedy GODDESS alongside Ronan Keating.
Gretel Killeen
Gretel Killeen started her career as a reluctant stand-up comic after dropping out of
university law. She is an author, voice artist, radio and TV host, journalist, director and
leader in corporate communication skills. With stories that are both gob smacking and
inspiring and a presentation style that is heart warming Gretel has the unique ability to
run a conference like a symphony conductor, orate like Joan of Arc and deliver humour
as a stand-up comedian. Gretel is known for her quick wit, bravery, humour and
intellectualism.
Joey Arias
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A fixture of New York City's vibrant downtown performance scene for 30 plus years,
Joey
Jo Arias is a bona fide NYC icon. From outrageous performances at seminal New
Yo nightclubs, 6 years as Emcee with Cirque du Soleil in their Las Vegas spectacular
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Zumanity,
as well as countless movie and TV appearances, Arias has distinguished
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himself
with scandalous wit, sleek style and an extraordinary voice. Arias has
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performed
worldwide at venues including Carnegie Hall, The Freedom Theatre in
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London
and on a transatlantic world tour into the cabaret clubs of Paris, Tokyo,
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Moscow,
Germany, Finland, Estonia, Canada and England. On film, he has appeared in
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Mondo
New York, Big Top Pee Wee, Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, Wigstock - The Movie,
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Flawless
and To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar.
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Brendan Maclean
Musician, actor and general homo-about-town Brendan Maclean has enjoyed a
glamorous 2013. Scoring the role of Klipspringer in Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby
and the release of the Paul Mac produced pop tune "Stupid" he's come a long way
since his days of being a back-up dancer for Nikki Webster.
DJ Matt Vaughan
DJ Matt Vaughan is best known locally as the founder and resident DJ at the underground queer club night ‘Loose Ends’ at Sydney's Phoenix Bar. Matt also plays at
nearly every other gay bar/club in town, as well as fashion events, fetish/leather pride
events and indie parties. Matt’s been playing major sets at the Sydney Mardi Gras party
for the last 5 years and this year curated a weekly event in Sydney’s Hyde Park as part
of the Sydney Festival.
Darren Mapes
Darren is currently the Head of Singing at Brent Street studios and has over 20 years
professional experience as a musician, singer, actor and is one of Australia's most sort
after vocal coaches. As founder and co-writer of The Carpenters From Kempsey, one
of Austalia's most popular cabaret comedy acts, he has toured throughout Australia
and Asia. Darren has been an accompanist for the likes of David Campbell, Noel
Ferrier, Maggie Dense, Mary Kiani and Belinda Chapple and Paul Capsis.
Saskia Smith
Saskia’s theatre credits include As You Like It (Rosalind) and The Tempest (Sydney
Theatre Award Nomination) for the Bell Shakespeare Company, In Our Name for
Company B Belvoir, the musicals Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Cabaret – the Musical
directed by Sam Mendes (Green Room Award), and Dirty Dancing – the Classic Story
on Stage. On screen, Saskia has appeared in Home and Away, All Saints, and the film
The Rage in Placid Lake.
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Trevor Ashley
Trevor made his big-budget musical theatre debut in the world premiere of Priscilla
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Queen of the Desert – The Musical. He created the Adults-Only Panto FAT SWAN,
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which sold out its season at the Seymour Centre and The Famous Spiegeltent in
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Melbourne. He has also appeared in concert at the State Theatre, Sydney in his
one-man-show Diamonds are for Trevor, a tribute to Dame Shirley Bassey.
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Margi de Ferranti
Margi has enjoyed a long career in the entertainment industry since 1986. She has
appeared in Les Miserables (1987 and 1996), Aspects of Love (as Guilietta), The
Buddy Holly Story (as Maria Elena Holly), Grease! (as Rizzo), Fame The Musical (as
Miss Bell, Mo award Nomination) and Mamma Mia (National Tour as Donna). Margi has
a thriving private singing practice, known as “dstudio” while also teaching at performing
arts schools such as NIDA and The Australian Institute of Music.
Jeremy Brennan
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Jeremy
is a NZ born actor and musician. His screen acting credits include: NZ Films
The Holly Roller and Huhu Attack, Australian indie films Bitter and twisted. Stage credits
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include Jersey Boys (Hank); The Laramie Project for Chalkdust Theatre; Altar Boyz
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(Juan); Cloud Nine (Betty/ Edward); Romeo & Juliet (Romeo) for Aotea Centre; Cabaret
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Australian Tour; The Buddy Holly Story – Australasian Tour; Bell Shakespeare
Company’s Actors At Work – International Tour.
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Bev Kennedy
One of Australia’s foremost Musical Directors and accompanists, Bev has worked on
over 20 major theatrical productions including Wicked, Avenue Q, Mamma Mia!, The
Lion King, We Will Rock You, Billy Elliot, and Jerry Springer: The Opera. Bev was the
Assistant Musical Director on the Aria Award winning sound track Pirates of Penzance
and was Associate Musical Director on the hit show Jersey Boys.
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2012 Honour Award winners. Photo John McRae
2013 Honour Awards
Thursday 19 September 2013
The Sun Room, Ivy, Sydney
$85pp (inc. wine, beer, canapés and entertainment)
honourawards.com.au
$50 Raffle
Buon Ricordo Dinner for 4
Long term supporters of Aurora, Buon Ricordo extend a warm
invitation to you to enjoy a 6 course degustation menu with matching
wine for 4 people for you and three friends. With thanks to Armando
Percuoco and family at Buon Ricordo.
"Gay 4 Play Hunter Valley Wine Tour
14 September 2013"
Hunter Valley Wine Tour: Chard Champ Camp is an educational tour of one of Australia's more renowned wine
growing regions boasting some of our finest wines, it's the perfect chance to polish up on which styles are your
favourites. Along the trip you will be visiting 3 wineries and sampling not only local wines but also other local
produce including a beautiful gourmet lunch with our friends at Margan Estate. Then enjoying bubbles in style on
the journey back to Sydney. Package Includes: transport to and from wineries, coffee and brunch & breakfast as
you board, entry to 3 amazing wineries (subject to change), gourmet lunch, alcohol, music and a chance to swap
stories in the afternoon on the bus. With thanks to Mark Jones at Gay 4 Play.
$300 voucher for Kerrie Stanley Millinery
to spend on fabulous headwear of your choice
"Milliner and Hair & Makeup Artist Kerrie Stanley is Australia's most awarded Milliner. Kerrie's individual and
elegant hats are considered 'must have' items at race days and special events around the country. Kerrie also has
an extensive career in Hair & Makeup Styling and can work with you to create a perfect look for your occasion.
Kerrie Stanley works at That Perfect Day studio in Prahran Melbourne. Describing her work as ‘Sculptural,
minimalistic and polished with a hint of high drama, Kerrie loves the theatrics of millinery and dares to explore with
alternative mediums and materials in keeping with an always classic finish." With thanks to Kerry Stanley Millinery
Oak Barrel
A selection of fine wine from Aurora wine partner Oak Barrel.
www.oakbarrel.com.au
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Dinner at Ananas Bar and Brasserie
Ananas Bar and Brasserie brings a touch of shimmering
French Mediterranean glamour to The Rocks, under Executive
Chef Paul McGrath. Enjoy dinner to the value of $200. With
thanks to Urban Purveyor Group and Caitlin O’Loan, Cocom
Communications.
Sexy new hair by Sa
Indulge yourself with a cut, blow dry and heat treatment for at
Hair by Sa, one of Darlinghurst’s favourite hair stylists. With
thanks to Americo Sa.
Gay 4 Play Around the World in 80 Dinners
Dinner for 2 at one of the 2013 Dinners in this series
Dinner for 2 at one of the "Around the World in 80 Dinners”, brought to you by Gay 4 Play. Check out
www.gay4play.com.au for the full program. Choose any of the exciting dinners for 2013 such as Peruvian at
Inca's Restaurant in Newtown or Polish at Alchemy Polish Café & Restaurant in Surry Hills. With thanks to
Mark Jones at Gay 4 Play.
Portraits Collection DVD Boxset
Settle in for an evening watching some fantastic movies. This box
set includes The Iron Lady, Becoming Jane, Creation and La Vie
En Rose. With thanks to Jordan Bradley at 20th Century Fox.
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$25 Raffle
Captain Cook Sunset Dinner Cruise
Sunset Dinner Cruise at 5pm. Sydney Harbour by
night....it doesn't get any better than this. With
thanks to Captain Cook Cruises.
A night at Radisson Blu Sydney
Enjoy one night's accommodation in a stylish Atrium
room including full buffet breakfast for 2 in Bistro-Fax
Restaurant & Bar. With thanks to Aurora event partner
Radisson Blu Sydney
Dinner for two at Kepos St Kitchen
Dinner for two at Kepos St Kitchen
$120 voucher for a delicious dinner for two at Kepos St
Kitchen in Redfern. With thanks to Kepos Street Kitchen.
Persona at The Belvoir
Double pass to see Persona at the Belvoir Theatre, Surry Hills.
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Wolverine Pack
Two tickets to the media screening "The Wolverine" and a
DVD pack of the X Men Trilogy. With thanks to Jordan
Bradley at 20th Century Fox.
Dinner at Kantine
Dinner voucher for $100 at Kantine restaurant in Surry Hills.
With thanks to Christian and Wil at Kantine.
Warner Music Pack
A pack of 10 Warner Music titles on CD. With thanks to Nathan
Dann and Warner Music Australia.
Australian Women's Weekly Cookbook Pack
A selection of much loved Australian Women's Weekly Cookbooks valued
at $200. With thanks to Australian Women’s Weekly.
A selection of 20 DVDs from 20th Century Fox
A selection of 20 big movie titles on DVD courtesy of 20th Century
Fox. With thanks to Jordan Bradley at 20th Century Fox.
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A wedding in New Zealand during
Gay Ski Week in Queenstown
Are you looking for th
Well here is your chance and where better than on
the right time and place to marry your beloved?
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the snowy slopes of Queenstown. You’ll have the beautiful deck at The Rydges Queenstown with its stunning views of
Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu to say your vows and make your relationship official with Queenstown Marriage
Celebrant Phillipa Cook. You will also have two nights accommodation at The Rydges Queenstown and if you want to
invite your friends and family, they’ll do reduced rates for them. In addition to this, you’ll receive two passes from Gay
Ski Week QT to the MoreFm Opening Party and to La Cage Aux Folles which take place on Saturday 31st August and
Sunday 1st September 2013 - Now all you have to do is get your loved one to say yes! Date of the wedding to be
chosen but must be taken during Gay Ski Week QT. With thanks to Gay Ski Week QT and Rydges Queenstown
Marc Chagall "Apparition at the Circus", 1963
Colour lithograph from Chigall's "Lithographe II" portfolio. Chagall
was renowned for his artistic celebration of romance and depictions of the mystical worlds of lovers, musicians and artists.
Thanks to Adam Chimes, Chase Gallery
A pair of custom designed 18ct gold, diamond set, wedding or
commitment rings to the value of $10,000.
Located in the beautiful Strand Arcade in Sydney’s central business
district, Mondial by Nadia Neuman is part of a family business that has
been delighting customers for over 50 years with handcrafted one-of-akind creations centred around rare and exquisite pink and coloured
diamonds. Award-winning jewellery designer Nadia Neuman’s distinctive
contemporary style and love of rare and exquisite coloured diamond
jewellery has ensured her striking pieces are sought after by leading
fashion publications and celebrities both here in Australia and overseas.
Nadia will sit with the lucky winning bidder and design the rings to truly
reflect their personality and style.Thanks to Mondial by Nadia Neuman
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Money Can't Buy New Year's Eve
You and a friend will be guests at the Lord Mayor's
New Year's Eve Party at the Sydney Opera House you can't buy tickets to this event! Our Creative
Ambassador this year is an Australian icon. He’s a
gifted artist, well known for his ground breaking work
with Mambo Australia and for his contribution to the
music industry through bands Mental As Anything and
Dog Trumpet. Thanks to City of Sydney
Dinner party for 10 by Bayleaf Catering
Love entertaining? Want a chance to spend time with
your guests rather than in the kitchen? Here's your
chance! This package includes a scrumptious meal for
10 people, prepared in your home by Aurora caterers,
Bayleaf Catering who will work with you to develop a 3
course meal for your guests to enjoy. The meal will be
accompanied by a mixed dozen of lovely wines from
Aurora partner, Oak Barrel. (Subject to availability).
Thanks to Bayleaf Catering.
A private dance class for 5 people
with Carmelo Pizzino
Carmelo Pizzino, of Dancing with the Stars fame, will show
you his sexy dance moves as he teaches a 90 minute
ballroom dance class for five people. It can be in your own
home in Sydney Metro or a dance studio in central Sydney.
Date by mutual agreement after August 30th 2013. Thanks
to Carmelo Pizzino
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Yesterday Once More' - The Ultimate Walk-in Facelift™ by
Yesterda
SkinDNA Clinics
SkinDN
A series of advanced treatments specifically designed to turn
back to years tailored to your needs and performed by
Sydney
Sydney's only clinic staffed by mature, experienced
technici
technicians. The treatment plan is performed over four
treatments 3-4 weeks apart. For full details of the treatment
treatmen
plan and what it entails, please see the fact sheet at the silent
auction table. Thanks to SkinDNA Clinics
$1000 towards a private party at Velluto Champagne and
Wine Bar
Velluto Champagne and Wine Bar is a sophisticated cocktail
lounge in the heart of Potts Point Sydney. With a dark and
sumptuous private club atmosphere of antique furniture, gilded
mirrors, polished wood and subdued lighting, Velluto is found
behind a lushly draped black velvet curtain. You and your
guests will enjoy premium cocktail canapé catering by Becker
Minty Bespoke Dining (value $500) and a VELLUTO bar tab
(value $500), making it a night to remember. Thanks to Velluto
Champagne and Wine Bar and Becker Minty Bespoke Dining
Custom designed, 18ct white, yellow or rose gold, wedding
or commitment rings to the value of $5000
Located in the beautiful Strand Arcade in Sydney’s central
business district, Mondial by Nadia Neuman is part of a family
business that has been delighting customers for over 50 years
with handcrafted one-of-a-kind creations centred around rare
and exquisite pink and coloured diamonds. Award-winning
jewellery designer Nadia Neuman’s distinctive contemporary
style and love of rare and exquisite coloured diamond jewellery
has ensured her striking pieces are sought after by leading
fashion publications and celebrities both here in Australia and
overseas. Nadia will sit with the lucky winning bidder and design
the rings to truly reflect their personality and style. Thanks to
Mondial by Nadia Neuman
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Join Sandra Bullock on the Red Carpet at the
Australian Premiere of her new movie Heat
Exclusive VIP passes to the premiere of the new
20th Century Fox movie Heat on Tuesday 2nd
July. The star of the film, Sandra Bullock, will be
in attendance. Thanks to Jordan Bradley,
Twentieth Century Fox
Waterfront Northern NSW Beach Holiday in rustic
cottage
7 nights’ accommodation in a beautiful 3 bedroom, 2
bathroom rustic cottage on the waterfront which sleeps 6 in
Sawtell, just south of Coffs Harbour. A chance to walk on
the beach, watch a movie at the art deco cinema or do
nothing but watch the sunset! Thanks to Zoe Davis
Five massages from Zenith Wellbeing
5 pack of massages from 'masseur to the stars' Donald
Campbell, Zenith Wellbeing. Donald has a reputation for
delivering a premium service; every client receives personal
attention and a customised approach to their needs.
Thanks to Zenith Wellbeing
Macaron making demonstration for 10 people
Discover the secrets of Sydney's best macarons in a private,
interactive demonstration with the founders of MakMak. This
exclusive 1 hour demonstration for up to 10 guests can be held
in your own kitchen or at MakMak's in Newtown. Timeout
Magazine recently declared MakMak's macarons to be Sydney's
best in a blind tasting by some of Sydney's top chefs, including
Christine Manfield and Peter Gilmore. Thanks to MakMak
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A jewelled headband from Kerrie Stanley Millinery
personally signed by Olivia Newton-John
Melbourne based Milliner and Hair & Makeup Artist Kerrie Stanley is Australia's most awarded Milliner. Kerrie's
individual and elegant hats are considered 'must have' items at race days and special events around the country. With
an extensive career in Hair & Makeup Styling Kerrie can work with you to create a perfect look for your special
occasion. Kerrie Stanley works at That Perfect Day studio in Prahran Melbourne. Thanks to Kerrie Stanley Millinery.
A Civil Ceremony from Rainbow Ceremonies
A simply stunning civil ceremony of your choice from Cath Hogan, Civil Celebrant
of Rainbow Ceremonies worth $800. This could be a Wedding Ceremony,
Naming Day Ceremony, Funeral Service (Life Celebration), Renewal of Vows or
a Commitment Ceremony. Thanks to Cath Hogan, Rainbow Ceremonies
'High Above' an oil painting on canvas by Malcolm Poole.
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Malcolm Poole has works held in London University Collection, and private collections in UK,
Canada, Australia and New Zealand and U.S.A. Malcolm is also the instigator and currently
the manager of the Lennox Street Studios in Newtown, which comprises 40 artist studio
spaces in a formerly disused Catholic school building. The idea to create an arts studio
environment came to Malcolm after he graduated. He found it difficult to find a suitable studio
space at a reasonable cost, one, which would allow him to further develop his skills in an
artistic environment.'High Above' is 340 x 540mm. Framed 500 x 650mm
Pablo Picasso "The Pike", 1961
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Original
black & white lithograph from Picasso's "A Los Toros" series. This is an
extremely rare artwork from a limited edition of only 125. "A Los Toros" was a tribute
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to the bullfight. As a child, Picasso was taken to the bullfight by his father and it
became an obsession which haunted his memory. Picasso saw himself as a
be
Picador (bullfighter) in his own life. Like Picasso, the Picador was a man at war with
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himself, with the bull, with his family and with life - and without caring for any other
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things. Thanks to Adam Chimes, Chase Gallery
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Salvador Dali "Charon" Inferno Canto 3, 1963
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An original colour woodblock engraving from Dali's "Divine Comedy" suite. The suite,
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comprised
of 101 water colours, contains incredible imagery ranging from the grotesque to the
sublime as our artist follows Dante from the deepest circles of Hell, up the mountain of
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Purgatory, and into heavenly Paradise. Dali himself thought this suite to be one of the most
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important of his career and it is considered by many today to be his most incredible and
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notable work. Thanks to Adam Chimes, Chase Gallery
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Corporate Culture - PK1 designer chair by Poul Kjaerholm
The classic PK1 chair by Poul Kjaerholm designed back in 1956. PK1 is a side
chair reduced to the ultimate. The framework is welded steel tube. The structure
with its limited, fine-tuned details is fully visible. It is a quintessential Poul
Kjærholm universal chair combining a tight steel body and subtle natural materials
in the seating. The bold, minimalist design is witness to the trust that existed
between designer and manufacturer. Thanks to Richard Munao from Corporate
Culture
Marc Chagall "Woman Juggler", 1960
An original colour lithograph from Chagall's "Lithographel" portfolio. Marc Chagall
was renowned for his artistic celebration of romance and depictions of mystical
worlds of lovers, musicians and artists. Thanks to Adam Chimes, Chase Gallery
Georges Braque "The Rooster", 1952
Colour lithograph from a special edition of the deluxe art review "Verve".
Georges Braque was a major 20th century French painter and a pioneer
of the Cubist art movement. Inspired by the birds that he had seen
soaring in the sky above him while he hid from World War II in the
Limousin and the Pyrenees, birds became a symbol of liberty and
freedom to Braque. Thanks to Adam Chimes, Chase Gallery
Pablo Picasso "Girls and Monkey", 1954
Colour lithograph from Picasso's "Human Comedy" series. In this series,
Picasso depicts himself as the circus leader, the king, the painter and the
adored clown. Dated in the plate. Thanks to Adam Chimes, Chase Gallery
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The Aurora Group thanks
for their wonderful support and
assistance in staging the
Aurora Ball.
It’s great to be back at
The Sydney Town Hall.
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LUCKY DOOR PRIZE 1
A selection of best selling Australian Women’s Weekly cookbooks
courtesy of ACP
LUCKY DOOR PRIZE 2
Double passes to see “The Internship” starring Vince Vaughn and
Owen Wilson courtesy of 20th Century Fox
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accepted by Aurora. Aurora is not responsible for any loss or damage
bidding increments will be indicated on the bidding form. The MC or
that may occur after that time. For items held at the event, it is
an Aurora representative will announce (usually in the silent auction
the successful bidder’s responsibility to take the item away at the
area) the closing time of the silent auction.
conclusion of the event.
3. B idders are reminded that items that are a dining or other experienc e
9. S uc c es s ful bidders mus t pay for items immediately by c redit c ard,
with a politician or celebrity are private events. Media coverage of
cash or personal cheque. If immediate payment cannot be made then
the event or the invitation of additional persons may not occur without
the item will be sold to the next highest bidder. Aurora may, in its sole
the express consent of the politician or celebrity.
discretion and only in exceptional circumstances, agree to payment
4. B idders who appear to be intoxic ated at the time of their bid mus t,
being made at a later time.
if requested, show to the satisfaction of Aurora that they are fully
10. Aurora and its direc tors , s ervants and agents (“ Aurora” ) are not
aware of the item they are bidding for and at what price. This is done
liable for any loss or damage of any kind or personal injury or death
to give comfort that the money pledged is within the bidder’s capacity
arising from or in connection with the auction or auction items
to pay, does not cause them financial hardship and ensures Aurora
including any loss, damage, injury or death caused by the negligence
receives the funds pledged.
of Aurora. This clause does not affect any liability which cannot be
5. Aurora may for any reas on refus e to ac c ept a bid. I f a winning bid
excluded by law.
is not accepted by Aurora, the auction item will be sold to the next
highest bidder.
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The Aurora Group is a registered charity, based in the gay, lesbian and transgender community.
Aurora raises money through fundraising events, supporter donations and Aurora’s regular giving program.
Our major event, the Aurora Dinner was first held in 2000. It is the fundraising organisation people choose
when they want their money to be effective across the whole community, not just one specific issue.
Aurora’s two major beneficiaries are The Twenty10 Association and the Gay and Lesbian Counselling
Service of NSW. Aurora has funded the two organisations every year since 2000.
We also support a number of other organisations through our small grants program. Small grant recipients in
the last round of funding included ACON working with Maropa Productions, The Gender Centre, The
Benevolent Society, Regional Youth Support Service - GenQ, The Junction Neighbourhood Centre, Far West
Community Legal Centre – Broken Hill, Cancer Council and Wayside Chapel.
Aurora is committed to keeping vital services and projects funded. We are proud that our funds give these
organisations the security and stability to respond to emerging needs. You can join us in this work by
participating in our Giving Program.
Giving Program forms are available tonight, or you can register via our website. As a donor you nominate a
sum that is deducted automatically from your credit card every month. Or you can simply make a one-off
donation.
All funds raised through the Giving Program are administered by a trust and passed on to Aurora’s beneficiaries. Aurora’s directors and trustees are professionals whose contributions are made on a volunteer basis.
As such, Aurora’s overheads remain low, maximizing the funds available for distribution.
The Aurora Group – A Ruby Foundation Limited
(ABN 13 088 442 504)
Directors
Wayne Cox, Rob Davis, Nicola Gleeson-Coopes, Adam Glover, Katie Hoskins, Nikki Maloney, Jeff McBride,
Adam Niewand, Brad Timms, Michael Vaughan.
Associate Directors
Marcus Bourget, Alison King, Maeve Marsden.
The Aurora Trust Fund
(ABN 14 397 969 239)
Trustees
Judith Fletcher, Damian Furlong, Kevin Golding, Robyn Laverack, Jane Marsden,
Joy Marshall, Bruce Pollack, David Wilkins.
Life Members
Jordan Bradley, George Braybon, Daniel Cormack, Anthony Hillis, Thomas McAuliffe, Rob Mcgrory,
David Moutou, Julianne Sanders, Alex Sosnov.
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“On 27 March 1999 I brought together a group of friends to consider starting up a new charitable group whose income
would be derived from community fund raising activities. At the time I was an active member of many G&L community
organisations and I saw that non HIV/AIDS organisations were struggling for money as all fund raising within the
community at that time was directed to HIV/AIDS organisations. Additionally, there was little recognition of the
Anniversary of Stonewall Day, 28 June. This is an incredibly important date to remember on the G&L Calendar and I
believed that it should be recognised. Accordingly we set about establishing both a Company, titled The Aurora Group
– A Ruby Foundation Limited, and a charitable trust with tax deductable status, of the same name. The first official
meeting of the Company was on 7 October 1999. There were nine Directors of which those same Directors were the
Founding Trustees of the Trust. It was agreed that a cornerstone of the fundraising activities would be a gala formal
dinner of which the first dinner was held on 24 June 2000.
A lot has happened in the intervening years.”
Bruce Pollack
Aurora Chairperson 2000-2004
Founding Member & Trustee
“Aurora's fundraising activities facilitate the work of organisations that provide a much needed safety net for GLBT
people who feel sexually different and experience discrimination, bullying and expulsion from families, friends and
institutions because of that difference. These organisations enable the development and nurturing of their sexual
difference among friends who accept and acknowledge that difference.”
Jane Marsden
Aurora Chairperson 2005-2007
Founding Member & Trustee
“Privileged is how I feel about my time chairing Aurora. It is an awesome responsibility to lead a talented and passionate team of people who are all leaders in their fields, all brilliant at making things happen, and all embodying the true
spirit of community. Of course there were long nights and the odd drama, but when we heard the real-life stories of
people's lives changed by the organisations we support and we saw the smiles on people's faces enjoying our events,
then we knew it was worth the sweat! Thank you to the team - I'm grateful for every one of you being in my life ... And
thank you to the Aurora supporters - you do more for the community than you realise so please keep giving.”
Alex Sosnov
Aurora Chairperson 2007-2009
“There is a cosmic moment at the end of an Aurora Dinner when a small group of wonderful volunteers clear away the
settling glitter, as hardworking waitstaff pass us in tight foyers, when news of fundraising efforts start to filter through
and the delirious exhaustion turns to excitement for what now can happen. While this is an excellent pitch to recruit
more bump out volunteers, it is my fond memory of working on something special with my friends.”
David Moutou
Aurora Chairperson 2010-2011
“There are so many worthy projects and causes in our community, not all of which are ‘fashionable’ or ‘visible’. The
beauty of Aurora is that it provides funds to a wide spectrum of projects across New South Wales. Aurora provides
the connection between those who want to give and the groups who make it happen. It’s great being part of something that makes a difference!”
Marcus Bourget
Aurora Chairperson 2012-2013
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32 Hundred Lighting
Chris Muir
Jane Parker
ACON
City of Sydney
Jeff McBride
Adam Glover
CLOUD 9 DESIGN
Jeremy Brennan
Adam Niewand
COCOM Communications
Jeremy Kinross
Adam Powell
Constant Reader
Joey Arias
Adrian Culey
Corporate Culture
Jordan Bradley
Agensse Australia
Damian Furlong
Joy Marshall
Alex Greenwich MP
Daniel Cormack
Judith Fletcher
Alex Sosnov
Darren Mapes
Julianne Sanders
Alison King
David Bayly
Justin Bull
Alison Wright
David Moutou
Kantine
Amber Silk
David Pallot
Kath Davis
Amy Coopes
David Wilkins
Katie Hoskins
Ananas Bar and Brasserie
Dawn Hough
Kepos Street Kitchen
Ann-Marie Calilhanna
Deborah Davies
Kerrie Stanley Millinery
Anthony Hillis
DJ Matt Vaughan
Kerry Fluhr
Anthony McGovern
Earl Dax
Kevin Golding
Antony Read
Efrem O'Brien
Khanly Clark
Australian Labor Party
Garrett Bithell
Laurence Stark
Bayleaf Catering
Gay4Play
Liam Ward
Belvoir Theatre
George Braybon
Bev Kennedy
Gerald Kohn
Liberal Members of NSW
Parliament
Brad Timms
Goldman Sachs
Brandon Bear
Gretel Killeen
Brendan Maclean
Hair by Sa
Bruce Pollack
Hamid Mousa
Cameron Power
Helen Fleming
Captain Cook Cruises
Howard Edelman
Carlos Navarro
Iain Reed
Carmelo Pizzino
IBM
Carolyn McKay
Jane Marsden
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Lord Mayor Clover Moore
MP
Louise Marsden
Maeve Marsden
Magda Szubanski
MakMak
Malcolm Poole
Marcus Bourget
Margee Brown
Margi De Ferranti
Same Same
Mark Coppleson
Saskia Smith
Matt Akersten
Scalawag Productions
Matt Robson
SGLBA
Matthew Santon-Rutherford
Shane Haydock
Meg Ebelt
Simon Clarke
Meredith Turnbull
SkinDNA Clinics
Michael Huxley
Star Observer
Michael Vaughan
Stuart Doherty
Mondial
SX
Mr Gay Oz
Sydney Community
Foundation
Nathan Hudson
Sydney Gay and Lesbian
Mardi Gras
Nathan Richmond
Nick Bond
Nicola Gleeson Coopes
The Chase Gallery, Double
Bay
Nikki Maloney
Thomas McAulliffe
NSW Police Force
Tim Daly
Oak Barrel
Tim Duggan
Paul Walker
Timothy Pilgrim
Penny Sharpe MLC
Tony Cooper
Peter Kirby
Tony Wall
Pride in Diversity
Trevor Ashley
Radisson Blu Hotel Sydney
Twentieth Century Fox
Home Entertainment
Rainbow Ceremonies
Twenty 10
Randwick City Council
Velluto Champagne and
Wine Bar
Reg Domingo
Richard Brown
Wayne Cox
Rob Davis
Wayne Parcell
Rob McGrory
Zenith Wellbeing
Robyn Laverack
Zoe Davis
Rohan Forkner
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Liberal Members
NSW Parliament
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