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FAREWELL TO A WELL KNOWN PARK IDENTITY
Ken Edwards leaves after 13 years of service
After 13 years at the helm, ANZ Stadium Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ken Edwards, will leave the Stadium after 13 years on July 1. Deputy CEO Daryl Kerry has been announced as Edwards’ replacement.
Recent research conducted by University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Centre for Olympic Studies identified ANZ Stadium as the most successful post-Olympic stadium ever.
“Unlike other stadia in Sydney and elsewhere in Australia, ANZ Stadium has been built, is owned and operated by the private sector and does not receive any government funding,” Edwards said. “The team and I are very proud of that achievement."
“The Stadium’s 10th anniversary celebrations this year gave me pause to think about all that we have accomplished so far and what the next ten years hold, both for the Stadium and for me personally. I thought it was time to pass the baton to the next generation to lead the Stadium through its second decade and for me to move onto my next challenge.”
Kerry, who has been in his position since 1998, said he had learnt a lot from Edwards.
“Ken Edwards has put his heart and soul into the Stadium, from the moment the first sod was turned until achieving today’s status as Sydney and Australia’s premier international venue,” Kerry said.
“To have been at Ken’s side since 1998 has been a wonderful privilege in my professional life and it’s a great honour to be asked to take the position of CEO upon his departure. I thank the Board for their confidence.”
Edwards also noted that despite the economic conditions the Stadium’s financial performance continued to be strong and cited the recent confirmation of the AC/DC concerts as further proof of the Stadium’s dominance in the Sydney major event market.
He also attributes this success largely to diversification, and continually adapting to the needs of an ever-changing market.
Other achievements under Edwards’ leadership include:
• Successful $80 million reconfiguration of the Stadium to a fully flexible stadium with rectangular and oval configurations.
• Profitable acquisition and internalisation of the Stadium’s catering business.
• Brokering of innovative corporate partner, sponsorship and signage agreements.
• Recent installation of digital video boards, twice the size of those at the Beijing Olympic Stadium.
• Introduction of transferability and reciprocal rights for the Stadium’s 17,800 memberships.
• Profitable acquisition and internalisation of the Stadium’s catering business.
• Brokering of innovative corporate partner, sponsorship and signage agreements.
• Recent installation of digital video boards, twice the size of those at the Beijing Olympic Stadium.
• Introduction of transferability and reciprocal rights for the Stadium’s 17,800 memberships.
OUT 'N ABOUT
Titan Management's spotlight on Michael Jennings
Titan Management client and NSW Origin debutant, Michael Jennings, shares his thoughts on Sydney Olympic Park and the upcoming State of Origin series.
Q.What is your fondest memory of playing at ANZ Stadium?
A.Playing against Newcastle in the Jersey Flegg Grand Final and winning it. I also enjoy the thrill of playing in front of the big crowds.
Q.What has been the highlight of your 2009 NRL season so far?
A.Being picked for NSW Origin and scoring a hat trick against the Roosters in round 11.
Q.What are the Panther’s goals for the remainder of the season?
A.The Panthers goal is to win six in a row and to make the top eight. And hopefully go on to win the Premiership.
Q.How will you prepare for your first Origin appearance?
A.I will be taking advice from the senior boys and making sure I ask plenty of questions, so that I can prepare mentally and get my head around the whole game.
Q.What can NSW fans expect from State of Origin 2009?
A.Another exciting and entertaining series, this time with a Blue’s series victory!
Titan Management currently represents over 300 clients across 9 different sports. As one of the largest sports management companies in Australia we are perfectly positioned to assist you with your marketing and endorsement needs.
Our athletes are available for the following corporate services:
•Product Endorsements & Sponsorships
•Appearances at Corporate Events and Functions
•Speaking Engagements
•Ground & Venue Signage
For more information please contact Phoebe Munro on 02 9746 6355 or phoebe@titanmanagement.com.au
Commonwealth Bank employees get their hands dirty
Commonwealth Bank of Australia employees recently participated in The Parkland Foundation's inaugural corporate Tree Planting in Badu Mangroves, near Bicentennial Park.
The aim of the project is to provide a sense of ownership and engagement of the local community via environmental plantings throughout the Sydney Olympic Park. The tree planting is part of an on-going environmental enhancement and community beautification planting schedule with a total of 10,000 plants and species.
Sara Crowe, Community and Sustainability Manager from CBA said, “The tree planting was a really positive experience, I can’t believe that on my doorstep is this amazing opportunity, it was really rewarding and enjoyable I can’t wait to do something like that again.”
If any other corporate companies are interested in attending their very own day in the park, please contact, Bronwyn Rosenberg, Event, PR 9714 7119.
ANZ Stadium unveils new Grow Light Technology
ANZ Stadium recently unveiled its new arena lighting system designed to significantly improve turf growth during the harsh winter months.
Grow Light Technology consists of mobile lighting grids which sit above the playing surface. The inventor, Stadium Grow Lights Concept, is an off shoot of a Dutch company that made its name by growing roses in a controlled environment on a mass scale.
Grow Light Technology consists of mobile lighting grids which sit above the playing surface. The inventor, Stadium Grow Lights Concept, is an off shoot of a Dutch company that made its name by growing roses in a controlled environment on a mass scale.
“The combination of high traffic and poor weather during the winter months places enormous strain on any surface,” ANZ Stadium CEO Daryl Kerry said.
“ANZ Stadium made a decision to invest in Grow Light technology to assist maintaining our standing as the premier sports venue in Australia. The technology is proven technology which allows us to provide a world class playing surface all year around and specifically during the demanding winter months.
Grow Light Technology has been successfully adopted by the some of world’s leading stadia including Millennium Stadium, Twickenham Stadium and Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium.The technology is also used by some of the world’s biggest sporting teams at their respective home games such as Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, FC Barcelona, Chelsea FC, Liverpool FC, Olympiakos and PSV Eindhoven.
The use of artificial lighting grids will increase the Stadium’s energy levels only marginally.
'As an environmentally responsible organisation, we are currently exploring ways to offset the greenhouse gas emissions associated with using this technology to ensure we achieve the very best possible environmental outcome.'
Intergenerational Picnic
An intergenerational Picnic was held at Wentworth Common, at Sydney Olympic Park on Saturday, 21st March.
Afghan, Turkish, Karen and Iraqi families and young and old alike socialised over breakfast and lunch, providing a rewarding opportunity for young refugees and senior citizens to come together and celebrate Australia’s diversity.
Image: Inter-generational Picnic, Image: Parliamentary Secretary for Multicultural Affairs, Laurie Ferguson was guest at the recent Inter-generational Picnic at Wentworth Common.
Volunteer opportunities in the Parklands
Are you interested in donating your lunchbreak to a good cause, and take a scenic stroll around Lake Belvedere in Bicentennial Park at the same time?
The Parklands Foundation is seeking volunteers to donate even just half an hour of their time to eradicate salvinia (a noxious floating weed) from Lake Belvedere. Salvinia has been a problem in the Lake over the past two summers.
Whether you can do it once a week or just once, over the next few weeks, all help would be appreciated. After an initial briefing, you can choose a day and time that suits you. To become involved, please contact Parklands Foundation on 9714 7119 .
FOR THE DIARY
ANZ Stadium to host three AC/DC concerts after ticket sales smash records
Before 9am on Monday 25 May, ANZ Stadium was scheduled to host one AC/DC performance in February 2010. Within 15 minutes and 60,000 tickets later, a second and third show were announced. Within 30 minutes the second was sold out and the third is well on the way.
More than 130,000 tickets were sold by 2pm smashing Australian box office and Ticketek records, with hundreds of fans queuing overnight outside ticket outlets across Sydney to get their hands on the hottest ticket in town.
As part of their Black Ice Tour, ANZ Stadium will host three AC/DC concerts on Thursday 18th (sold-out), Saturday 20th (sold-out) and Monday 22nd (on-sale now).
Promoter Garry Van Egmond said "We are overwhelmed at the ticket sales this morning as fans wrote AC/DC into the record books by smashing all Australian Box Office records! I can't think of a better way to welcome the boys back home."
One of the largest stage productions ever seen will be moved around the country by 48 semi-trailers during February and March 2010.
Italian Festa at The Waterfront
On Saturday June 13, between 10am-5pm, the Italian Festa is a day of fun and activities at the Piazza aimed at promoting all things Italian. It will feature wine tastings, a display of around 50 cars and 30 bikes, live music (piano accordion) and stalls selling Italian produce, gelato and coffee. You will also be able to make your own pizza in a wood-fire oven in the Piazza .
The Waterfront’s two restaurants, ‘Concerto’ and ‘Cucina Visconti’, will offer specials on the day that are prepared with authentic Italian passion. The Waterfront Bocce Club will also be there to play Bocce with you and with their BBQ trailer providing Italian sausages in a roll.
For the kids there will be plenty of activities, including face painting, art workshops and a jumping castle.
The event is The Waterfront’s way of embracing Festa della Repubblica (Italian National Day) which falls on June 5, although celebrations tend to last for the whole month.
“The Piazza offers such an authentic Italian experience that it is perfect for such a celebration,” said resident Luciano Casmiri, who is on The Waterfront’s Italian Festa Committee.
The Waterfront’s 16 completed buildings carry the scene-setting names of ‘Monaco’, ‘Monte Carlo’, ‘Capri’, ‘Mykonos’, ‘Corfu’, ‘Santorini’, ‘Portofino’, 'Bellagio', ‘Valencia’, ‘Napoli’, ‘Palermo’, ‘Paros’, ‘Napoli’, ‘Torino’, ‘Positano’ and ‘Sorrento’. Mediterranean in architectural inspiration and European in style, these buildings have rendered or bagged masonry facades in a palette of pastel shades, often highlighted with colourful canvas awnings.
The Waterfront sales office, at 21 Bennelong Parkway, Homebush Bay, is open daily from 10am to 4pm. Information is available by calling 1800 333 818 or through the web site: www.thewaterfront.com.au.
Contact: Lou Casmiri, Italian Festa committee member, Phone 0438 856568.
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Hockey NSW Noticeboard
Watch world class hockey after work!
The Samsung Hockey Champions Trophy- Women, 2009 is less than 50 days away! Sydney Olympic Park will host the premier women’s hockey tournament for 2009 featuring Australia’s Hockeyroos, Argentina, China, England, Germany and The Netherlands. Tickets for each day including finals are available from Ticketek and start from just $9.50 for kids www.ticketek.com.au
With mid-week matches commencing at 6pm, this is the perfect after work activity and a fantastic opportunity to watch the Hockeyroos strive to achieve glory on home soil. The group ticketing offer is a great way for you and your workmates to experience the Champions Trophy – week night sessions feature 2 world class matches. If you make a group booking of 11 or more people you will receive a 10% discount. This offer is equivalent to 1 free ticket for every 11 purchased and is available for all ticketing categories.
Don’t forget Champions Club tickets are also available for the mid-week matches. This ticket gives you premium reserved seating and access to a cash bar and catering facilities within a private marquee from just $45. Following popular demand, additional Champions Club tickets have also been released for the final weekend, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July. The group ticketing offer is also available for the Champions Club. Don’t miss out on the Champions Trophy experience!!
For more information, please visit www.hockey.org.au/championstrophy
'Kids in the Park'
Inspire your kids at the ‘Kids in the Park’ hockey Super Clinic.
Some of Australia’s elite hockey athletes will become coaches to a group of youngsters aged between 5 and 12 years old at Sydney Olympic Park Hockey Centre on Wednesday 15th July from 9.30am.
It’s just $30 for the session, with all participants receiving a Hook in2 Hockey equipment pack (stick, shin pads & ball) or apparel pack (t-shirt & hat), a Hook in2 Hockey show bag (water bottle, poster, sticker and magnet) and the chance of a lifetime to rub shoulders with their hockey heroes.
PLUS each registered child will receive free entry into the Champions Trophy session, Wednesday 15th at Sydney Olympic Park.
Numbers for the Super Clinic are strictly limited, so book now! If you would like to register click your child for the Super Clinic, visit www.hockey.org.au/hookin2hockey and click the register online link, then search by ‘Centre Name – ‘Kids in the park’. Registrations close Thursday, 25th June 2009.
DR PHIL comes to Acer Arena
Dr. Phil is bringing his live show to Australia in August for the first time and Acer Arena is his Sydney 'practice' on 6 August.
His syndicated, daily one-hour series, 'DR PHIL' is the second highest-rated daytime talk show in the USA. The show has been making headlines and breaking records since its September 2002 launch.
Tickets are available through www.ticketek.com.au.
Cupcake Day for the RSPCA 2009!
It's back! The biggest bake off in the Southern Hemisphere!
Grab you ingredients, dust off your chef's hat and get your mixer ready for Cupcake Day for the RSPCA 2009!
This year the official National Cupcake Day celebration will take place on Monday 17 August 2009.
This year the official National Cupcake Day celebration will take place on Monday 17 August 2009.
Whether you want to be an RSPCA Cupcake Cook or simply an RSPCA Cupcake eater - you will be supporting the thousands of animals we care for everyday.
Register now - it's free! They will then send you a Cupcake Cooks Kit with everthing you need to promote your Cupcake Day event. Also check out the website for competitions and prizes and our great range of Cupcake Merchandise.
Register now at www.rspcacupcakeday.com.au
Register now - it's free! They will then send you a Cupcake Cooks Kit with everthing you need to promote your Cupcake Day event. Also check out the website for competitions and prizes and our great range of Cupcake Merchandise.
Register now at www.rspcacupcakeday.com.au
SYDNEY TELSTRA 500 LAUNCH
Telstra committs to V8 Supercars at Sydney Olympic Park
On 16 May in Martin Place, the Sydney Telstra 500 was officially launched, along with the announcemend of their new sponsor. Details of the launch, latest facts and track map are in the attached PDF's.
On Thursday, 2 July SOPBA gives all members the opportunity of meeting the local Sydney Telstra 500 organisers and the Key Stakeholders Manager for Homebush Motor Racing Aurthority at a SOPBA General Meeting between 4pm-7pm. Further details to follow.
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IS YOUR EVENT A MILSTONE PROJECT?
Milestone Projects and the Australian Event Awards
SOPBA members interested in submitting an entry for an Australian Event Awards need to act now. Milestone Projects offers specialist sales and marketing services to the events industry and can assist with the research, preparation and writing required for an award category submission.
The 2009 Australian Event Awards is a new national awards program designed to reward performance and unite the Australian Events Industry. The awards are open for events run between 1 July 2008 and 30 June 2009. They encompass business, cultural, sporting and community events, as well as achievements in sustainability, Australian excellence in event exports and outstanding individuals.
A panel of highly skilled industry experts will judge The Awards, co-chaired by John Allen, Foundation Director of the Australian Centre for Event Management, and Sandy Hollway, formerly CEO of the Sydney Organising Committee for the 2000 Olympic Games.
Entries must answer key criteria relevant to the category, and must be submitted by 27 July 2009, so now is the time to be preparing your submission.
If you book Milestone Projects to prepare your submission prior to 15 June 2009, a 10% discount on preparation fees will apply.To discuss your submission please contact Alana Hay at Milestone Projects by email alana@milestone-projects.com or phone 0410 441 043. Please note Milestone Projects will only accept one business per award category.
SYDNEY 2009 WORLD MASTER GAMES UPDATE
Focus on football and squash
Andy Harper
The Sydney 2009 World Masters Games Organising Committee recently announced well known Australian football personality, former National Soccer League striker Andy Harper, as another ambassador for the world’s largest multi-sport event later this year.
Mr Harper made 321 NSL appearances for seven clubs in the football competition that was the predecessor to the A-League before hanging up his soccer boots to embark on a successful career in sports administration, marketing and media.
In 2002, Mr Harper anchored Channel Nine’s coverage of the FIFA World Cup in Korea and Japan before winning World Masters Games gold in Melbourne as a member of the Australian Dream team that ruled the men’s 30+ category.
“Taking part in the Melbourne 2002 World Masters Games was one of the best experiences of my life. I’m proud to be associated with the Sydney 2009 World Masters Games and can’t wait for them to kick off,” Mr Harper said.
How “Australia’s worst asthmatic” became a sports champion
'You can control your asthma' – that is the theme of the recent World Asthma Day 2009 and no-one exemplifies the annual asthma awareness day’s aphorism better than Sydney 2009 World Masters Games squash competitor Carin Clonda.
Diagnosed with asthma as a 13-year-old in 1974, her condition so bad at one stage that she had to undergo half-hourly treatment through a mask, Ms Clonda beat the odds to win the 1979 British Junior Open Squash title, at that time effectively the world crown, and be ranked inside the sport’s elite top five during the 1980s.
Once told that she was “Australia’s worst asthmatic”, Ms Clonda received the 2008 Sue Fear Award for Courage and Achievement in Sport in recognition of her grit and determination in overcoming the chronic lung disease to achieve sporting success.
“I’m living proof that you can control your asthma through playing organised sport,” said Ms Clonda, who was one of the four New South Wales Masters Athlete of the Year nominees at the 2008 NSW Sport Federation Annual Sports Awards.
“As the Chief Executive Officer of NSW Squash, I’m enjoying playing a role in the organisation of the Sydney 2009 World Masters Games and I’m looking forward to competing in the 45+ women’s squash singles at them,” Ms Clonda added.
Have you are your colleagues got what it takes to win gold?
There are just two more months in which to register for the Sydney 2009 World Masters Games and they are putting the challenge to you to get involved.
With many venues right here on your doorstep at Sydney Olympic Park, there is no excuse not to take time away from your desk and compete in the world’s biggest multi-sport event.
There are 28 sports are on offer as well as an exciting social program that will ensure you have an unforgettable experience at the Games.
The Opening Ceremony will take place here at ANZ Stadium with a host of stars set to entertain the masses. The Brewery Bar will transform into a hub of activity with competitors from all over the world gathering for some food, drinks and good conversation.
For more information about the Games- www.2009worldmasters.com
OFFERS
Special Lunch Offer at Bacar Restaurant
Bacar Restaurant at the Pullman hotel is offering a great one to three course luncheon special till the end of July from $30 with a glass of wine.
With dishes like sizzling sautéed king prawns and pancetta entrée to a tender roasted Barossa chicken for your main, and indulge yourself in a hot chocolate fondant and mascarpone ice cream.
Complimentary undercover parking is available for guests dining in for lunch or dinner. To make a booking contact 02 8762 1700.
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Hot offers from Teed-Up golf shop
Check out these fantastic June offers from Teed-Up golf shop at the Sydney Olympic Park Golf Centre:
1. Buy a seven-piece Callaway iron set,and get two Callaway wedges FREE!
2.Buy a new Callaway Diablo driver,and get an Odyssey White Hot tour putter FREE!
3.Buy a new pair of golf shoes, and get a dozen balls FREE!
2.Buy a new Callaway Diablo driver,and get an Odyssey White Hot tour putter FREE!
3.Buy a new pair of golf shoes, and get a dozen balls FREE!
These offers are valid until 30 June 2009.Teed-Up golf shop is open daily: Mon 10am-6pm & Tues-Sun 10am-8pm. For enquiries, please phone 02 9764 6044.
COURSES
Chef's Master Class
In preparing for your ultimate dinner party,here are details of two on-site courses to help you impress your family and friends.
This class is a must for giving you new found confidence in the kitchen. Exclusive Master Class with Bacar Executive Chef, David Greenhill, teaches you how to prepare some of his mouth-watering signature dishes and unlocks the mysteries of the kitchen.
“It was a fantastic session and I have learned new ways to cook delicious meals” Master Chef student.
Next session available is Saturday 18 July 2009, from 11am - 3pm. $95 per person, including a three-course lunch. For bookings contact Linda on 02 8762 1731, h2732-sl06@accor.com. *class limited to 10 people.
Lulu Flora helps your 'budding' career
Lulu Flora in 2 Dawn Fraser Avenue, teaches you the basics of floral art and shows you how to use your imagination to create your own beautiful bouquets and arrangements using a variety of flowers and materials.
Small classes of 8-10 students provide inspirational, step-by-step, hands-on training in which you create beautiful pieces in a relaxed, fun and caring environment.
Courses cater for all abilities and will give you the confidence to create wonderful floral designs.
Fees are $295 for five (5) two hour sessions and includes all flowers, sundries and equipment that you will use (approximate retail value of $200). At the end of each night's lesson you take home your own creation.
Fees are $295 for five (5) two hour sessions and includes all flowers, sundries and equipment that you will use (approximate retail value of $200). At the end of each night's lesson you take home your own creation.
Contact Lulu Flora by phone on 9746 6630 or email info@luluflora.com.au for further information on classes.
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