In June of this year we hosted the Big Australian Democrats Get Together. On the weekend of June 27 and 28, Democrats in every State and Territory got together in a strong affirmation of life in our party.
Since then, we have enjoyed double digit growth every month, have attracted new donors and supporters and implemented new policy and member engagement processes.
Next month, we will be doing it again, hosting the 2nd Big Australian Democrats Get Together on October 24 and 25.
You can host your own event as part of the 2nd Big Australian Democrats Get Together. It doesn't have to be fancy or formal... it can just be having people around for a cup of tea, or meeting up at the pub for a few drinks. To host an event, all you need to do is set a time and place, and register here. We'll send you out a host pack with information and signs you can print out if you wish.
If you are interested in the party but haven't signed up yet please go along to an event near you, meet some people and find out what it is all about.
If you don't want to host an event, just check the lists to see where one is near you and go along, and take some friends with you.
See you there!
Big Australian Democrats Get Together - Canberra
ACT Division meeting followed by a pub lunch and get together
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2009
Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm
Location: Old Canberra Inn
Street: Mouat St, Lyneham ACT
ACT Division Meeting at 11am, followed by the ACT BADGT - pub lunch and casual get together at 12pm.
For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Darren on 0412 196 473
Date: Saturday, 24 October 2009
Time: Departs at 4:45PM, returns 6:15PM
Location: No. 6 Jetty, Circular Quay
Phone: 0411047987
Come along to our AGM from 2-4pm, and then kick on with a Sydney Harbour Sunset Cocktail Cruise to celebrate the Australian Democrats rebuilding success and meet new and continuing members. (see main events page for information about the AGM)
Bookings are essential. Please RSVP by 5PM Wed 21 Oct. Prices: $28 Cons., $35 Single, $68 Couple. Includes 1 cocktail, glass of wine / beer, canapes and main Harbour sights.
Places are NOT guaranteed until payment is received. Additional drinks are available for purchase from the licenced onboard bar.
RSVP to Casey by calling 0411 047 987 or email casey.balk@democrats.org.au
Date: Sunday, 25 October 2009Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Location: Hamilton Station Hotel, Islington NSW
Description
Come along and enjoy a casual afternoon of drinks and discussion with your fellow Democrats.
RSVP appreciated, but not required.
Contact Brett for more information: brett.paterson@nsw.democrats.org.au or on 0423 813 387
Date: Sunday, 25 October 2009
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Location: Koshigaya Park
Town/City: Campbelltown, Australia
Description
Come along and enjoy a casual afternoon in wonderful Koshigaya Park, and get together with some fellow Democrats.
RSVP appreciated, but not required.
Contact Samantha for more information on: wirrimah@hotmail.com or 0424 587 802
Date: Sunday, 25 October 2009
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
Location: To be confirmed
Town/City: Kiama, Australia
Description
Come along for a casual afternoon of lunch, drinks and discussion with your fellow Democrats.
RSVP appreciated but not required.
For more information: cprendy@tpg.com.au or 0414 856 903
Location: Bice Oval, Christies Avenue, Christies Beach, SA
Phone: 0403306405
Email: dthackra@bigpond.net.au
Come and meet up for some social discussion on aims of The Democrats. RSVP appreciated, but not required. Feel free to bring along anyone else interested, especially young folk.Contact David for more information.
Location: Tassie Tiger Mini golf, Racecourse Crs, Launceston
Phone: 0400054381
Email: james@australiandemocrats.org.au
Come along for a round of mini golf - prizes to be won! Bring Friends
and Family - you don't need to be a member, anyone curious about the
party or just looking for a fun afternoon most welcome.
(Followed by a BBQ... see separate event listing)
$9 per person
RSVP would be good but not essential.
Join us at Punchbowl Reserve for a BBQ as part of the 2nd Big
Australian Democrats Get Together. We'll provide the food - BYO Drinks.
(If it's raining and too wet for a BBQ, we'll move over to the Cock and Bull and have dinner there upstairs.)
We'll
present the prizes from our earlier round of Mini Golf and have a good
night - plus if you're new or just interested we'll have some info and
people to talk to about how we are rebuilding the Australian Democrats
in Tasmania.
Location: New Sydney Hotel, 87 Bathurst Street Hobart
Phone: 0400054381
Email: james@australiandemocrats.org.au
Come and join us for a slow Sunday lunch and a bit of a chat... if you don't want to eat still come down and say hi, meet some fellow Democrats and find out more. All welcome!
Date: Saturday, 24 October 2009
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Location: 16 Ferguson St, North Ipswich
Come along for an exploratory and casual get together to meet some fellow Democrats. Please bring food to share.
Please RSVP to Jacqueline on j_henrion@hotmail.com.
General Meeting
Saturday 24th October
Loftus Community Centre, 99 Loftus Street, Leederville
1-3pm.
All members welcome, and anyone interested in becoming involved with the party - come along and meet Julia Melland, National President.
Followed by a barbeque at Lake Monger, Lake Monger Drive, Wembley from 3.30pm, a sausage sizzle and soft drinks will be provided.
For more information please email Jaye.sandilands@wa.democrats.org.au or phone Jaye on 0433 634 031.