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Established in 1988, Tropical Fruits Inc. is the premier Gay and Lesbian Social Group in the Northern Rivers Region of New South Wales, Australia. We are a not-for-profit, incorporated association. Tropical Fruits is a totally delicious self-funding, independent and voluntary organisation. We hold regular events throughout the year, providing opportunities for our diverse members and guests (family) to get together and celebrate in the beautiful "Rainbow Region".

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WELCOME TO TROPICAL FRUITS' NEW IMPROVED WEBSITE!ONLINE TICKET SALES HAVE NOW CLOSED. There are still PLENTY of tickets available in cash at the Box Office from 3-11:30pm 31 Dec.Tropical Fruits wishes all a SAFE and HAPPY NEW YEAR!FESTIVAL GUIDE ONLINE !!!DOWNLOAD QUEER FRUITS FILM FESTIVAL PROGRAM HERE PLEASE BEAR WITH US WHILE WE MIGRATE ALL THE CONTENT ACROSS FROM THE OLD WEBSITE.Calling all our tribes! Hey grrl gangs, derby dykes, queens, daddies, queer punks, amazons, elders, homos, beefcakes, fierce femmes, freaks, transfags, burlesque gurlesques, gays, dandies, studs, butches, bears, toyboys and their boytoys, leather ladies, gaylords, mincers, mountain men, nellies, nancies, hipsters, hippies, ecoqueers, transdykes, kinksters, ma'ams, sirs, sporties, flamers, Friends of Dorothy and faeries from the bottom of all gardens YES YOU! TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR TRIBE...read more...There are launches launches and more launches in the leadup to TRIBE NYE 2011. 1st September sees the TRIBE poster launching into the stratosphere. Mid-October is the time that we launch the fabulous FESTIVAL GUIDE and some other closely guarded secrets! Keep your eye on the prize by regularly checking this website or following us on facebook!And don't forget HARD LABOR on October 1st long weekend with a theme of Pirate Burlesque. AAAAAAR! who doesn't love a good pirate theme! watch this space for details!read more...

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TRIBE

At TRIBE NYE 2011, our many clans will be united under the mirror ball for a ritual gathering of rejuvenation, reconnection and renewal. Join with kin and country and all as one come together in diversity and respect, to dance to the beat of the drums, the fire of our souls and the joy of our hearts. TRIBE is our chance to celebrate our diversity, with music, dance and creative expression as the medium of rebirth!

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About

About Tropical Fruits

Tropical Fruits inc, established in 1988, is the Premier Gay and Lesbian Social Group of the Northern Rivers in NSW. It is a not for profit, incorporated association that holds regular events for it's diverse members and guests. It is a self funding, independent and voluntary organisation.

You can download our Constitution here

You can download our Code of Conduct here

For info, contact us here:

(02) 6622 6440

PO Box 771 Lismore NSW 2480

fruits_tropicalfruits.org.au

production_tropicalfruits.org.au

Code of Conduct.pdf

TropicalFruitsConstitution2005.pdf

Committee

The Committee

The Tropical Fruits Management Committee is made up of NINE vounteers who commit their time, hearts, minds and (where necessary) bodies to manage the affairs of the organisation. There are four office-bearing positions (Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer and Event Co-ordinator) and five ordinary members. Members are elected annually at our AGM.

Committee meetings are held fortnightly at the Clubhouse alternating Wednesdays at 5.30pm.

The next 3 Committee Meetings will be held on:

Wednesday 31st August

Wednesday September 14th

Wednesday September 28th

Minutes from previous meetings available during office hours.

We encourage the local community to actively participate in the running of our club, so to get involved in your community organisation, come along next meeting! All are welcome to attend. Please advise of agenda items in writing in advance where at all possible.

TROPICAL FRUITS COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2011

Executive Committee

Chairperson - Ali Corfelid

Secretary - Lisa Thorpy

Event Coordinator - Shane Duniam

Treasurer -Wayne Cameron

Special Members

Aura Withers

Susi St Julian

Amber McBride

Dermot Ryan

Naomi Feller

The Tropical Fruit's Public Officer is Uncle Ian Gray

Many thanks must go to the outgoing committee members, who have served the community proudly!

You all will be missed!! An extra-special mention goes to the marvellous Marie Reilly, who is retiring from committee after three devoted years as event co-ordinator and four years on committee. Blessings and best of luck in your new life path!

Tropical Fruits Committee Honor Role

Shane Duniam

Naomi Feller

Marie Riley

Wayne Cameron

Robert Bland

Susi St Julian

Carolyn Carey

Dermot Ryan

Peter Mitchell

Ana Irvine

Brett Paradise

Alison Corfield

Tegan Francis

Tim Stein

Yvonne Degnate

Robert McElhinney

Thomas Churchyard

Peter Mitchell

Clubhouse

Clubhouse: The Fruitbowl

The FRUIT BOWL is the home of Tropical Fruits.

The clubhouse, comprising offices, meeting space, worskhop and storage for all of Tropical Fruiot's activities, opened in November 2004, it has rapidly become a hub of activity.

It provides a safe space for the local GLBT community to gather, meet friends, get involved, get involved in creative production or drop by for a cuppa.

The premises became the permanent home of Tropical Fruits when it was purchased in September 2011. This is cause for much celebration.

Click HERE for office hours.

The Clubhouse is situated in South Lismore. Please phone for directions on 02 6622 6440.

The Fruit Bowl is available for use by members, and rooms can be booked for meetings etc. Please call the office for more information!

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Fresh Fruits

FRESH FRUITS YOUTH GROUP: An under 25's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, Intersex, Queer, Questioning and Queer- Friendly social support network. Come and meet new friends, express yourself and enjoy creativity, events and adventures in a safe and inclusive environment.

Contact Aura on 6622 6440 for details

Meets every second Tuesday from 5:30pm- 7:30pm

Fresh Fruits is a Drug, Alcohol and Discrimination Free Zone

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Fresh Fruits - Mission Statement

Fresh Fruits is a Youth run initiative of the Tropical Fruits organisation. The group aims to provide support for GLBTIQ young people through social support, education programs, mentoring and community awareness initiatives. Fresh Fruits is open to all GLBTIQ young people aged 25 and under. The group is run by a management committee of young people elected by its members. Fresh Fruits is strongly supported by the Tropical Fruits organisation with an emphasis on mentoring and organisational support.

Fresh Fruits aims to be an inclusive, non-judgemental, peer support group. The group seeks to address the issues surrounding young GLBTQI people in a rural area, such as social isolation, community acceptance, homophobia, self-acceptance, and health and wellness education programs. Fresh Fruits seeks to outreach to young people in the area through creating awareness in the community of the groups existence and its vision. Fresh Fruits also seeks to create awareness in the wider community of the issues surrounding GLBTQI young people in a rural area.

Past Events Scroll down to read on!Kids in Community Awards: Fresh Fruits was nominated for a youth group award, and received a certificate of recognition, which has brought more passion and joy for those who are involved in creating a fun, safe, educational and supportive environment for GLBTIQ, Questioning & Queer friendly youth.Lantern Parade: This year Fresh Fruits walked with and for Tropical Fruits in the Annual Lantern Parade walk through Lismore. It was a delightful and fun filled night which resulted in Fresh Fruits youth being more involved in the community and watching a fantastic show of performances, fire show and fireworks. IDAHO- International Day Against Homophobia: The International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia is recognised in over 60 countries around the world for on 17 May 1990 the World Health Organisation removed homosexuality from its list of mental disorders. Although weve come a long way, Most LGBTIQ people have to deal with homophobic or transphobic harassment or verbal abuse and many have been physically attacked just for being who they are. As a result of homophobia and discrimination, LGBTIQ young people are more likely to start using drugs, self harm or attempt suicide. These are some of the reasons we need IDAHO. Its a great opportunity to challenge homophobia and transphobia and to celebrate diversity. May 17th 2011, Fresh Fruits and friends gathered together and discussed homophobia and experiences youth have had. It was recognized that many youth still experience different levels of homophobia mainly at school and at home. Guest Speakers came and shared their unique stories and experiences from transitioning genders; living with lesbian parents; moving countries and being confronted with homophobia and racism; and being a part of the early 1980s pro-gay rights protests that began in 1978. Another Fresh Fruit aim on this day was to spread more awareness of Homophobia, and resulted in an Article in the Northern Star Youth Group Battling Homophobia and a ABC North-coast Radio Interview.Queeriosity: On May 7th 2011, 30 Fresh Fruit Members travelled up to Brisbane on a hired bus and celebrated LGBTIQ Youth at an awesome event Queeriosity. The day was full of bands and performances, discussion boards, stalls, craft tables, circus and skating workshops, and all types of unique youth that made the day so joyful we didnt want to leave. The Fresh Fruits Committee was proud to be able to achieve this through grant help and passion. The first of many Fruitylicious adventures.Vault Space & Underage Dance: 2010 went out with many gold stars. Those involved with the Fresh Fruits Space were happy and proud parents of the first ever Under 25s Dance Space Vault & the Underage Dance party on the 30th of December.
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History Events HardLabour

Mutiny

Date: Saturday, October 1

Time: 8:00pm - October 2 at 2:00am

Location:

Bentley Hall

LOT 301 Bentley Road via Kyogle

Bentley, NSW

Members $25

Concession $30

Guests: $35

02 66226440

Hey me hearties well blow me down! Its on again - our Labour Day long weekend party in October.

MUTINY is a pirate burlesque setting sail upon a lusty love boat.

Traditionally Hard Labour is Tropical Fruits' dark and dirtiest party of the year, so if you want to feel rusty, dirty, filthy and sweaty join us and unleash your inner buccaneer. Set your sails for Bentley Hall and ride the rough seas for a night of pillage and plunder.

Get your Pirate booty on the dance floor, treasures, and surrender your ship to 1st mate DJ Pete Underwood and Capn DJ Kam Shafaati.

Warning: One parrot per person, firmly attached to the shoulder...

Volunteers wanted to swagger and swab the decks! Please contact us on 02 6622 6440. Come on lads and wenches shiver me timbers!

NYE2011

CALLING THE CLANS: ‘TRIBE’ NYE 2011

…‘TRIBE’ is calling….

Calling all our tribes! Hey grrl gangs, derby dykes, queens, daddies, queer punks, amazons, elders, homos, beefcakes, fierce femmes, freaks, transfags, burlesque gurlesques, gays, dandies, studs, butches, bears, toyboys and their boytoys, leather ladies, gaylords, mincers, mountain men, nellies, nancies, hipsters, hippies, ecoqueers, transdykes, kinksters, ma'ams, sirs, sporties, flamers, Friends of Dorothy and faeries from the bottom of all gardens...

This New Years Eve, Tropical Fruits’ Chairwoman Ali calls our diverse and scattered tribes to congregate and celebrate the 2011 New Year’s Eve Festival, held in the heart of our tribal territory, the Rainbow Region. The archetypal theme ‘Tribe” is reinvented by Fruits as a celebration of our multifarious, multicoloured, glittering and radically dimensioned community. ‘TRIBE’ NYE will see a return to our roots as we explore exactly what it means to be US!

At ‘TRIBE’ NYE 2011, our many clans will be united under the mirror ball for a ritual gathering of rejuvenation, reconnection and renewal. Join with kin and country and all as one come together in diversity and respect, to dance to the beat of the drums, the fire of our souls and the joy of our hearts. ‘TRIBE’ is our chance to celebrate our diversity, with music, dance and creative expression as the medium of rebirth!

Guided by the magic sounds of a stellar line-up of national and international DJs, become your own gods and goddesses through the transformative power of light and sound, born from the green heart of the rainbow. Leave the pedestrian world behind and wonder at three sensorially submersive and transformative spaces filled with light and soundscapes sculpted into a post urban sanctum with futurist stylings built on ancient grounds. Stalk the shadows as you hunt the deep dark shadows of ‘THE FOREST’, get your Glitter Tribe on and pay your respects to the Gods of House in ‘THE TEMPLE’, or join the shimmering ranks of our Youth in ‘THE SHRINE’. Take a break, choose your space, gather with your tribe and seek out the sounds of DJs including LADY K, Buck Naked, Feisty, Sveta, Kam Shafaati, Dan Murphy, Sandi Hotrod, Coxy, Pete Underwood, Elscorcho, Craig Wilson aka 1iSAMURAi, Neroli and Kimo.

Get your creative fix at the ART EXHIBITION, or fill your belly at the sumptuous CAFÉ. Let the kooky talents of our CABARET extraordinaires’ delight the thespian inside you, kick back and take it all in at the CHILL SPACE, or find your haven in the gender specific or gender fluid MENS, WOMENS and TRANS spaces. Finally, you can get your toes dirty, complete your festival experience and camp on-site with the Mud Tribes.

The weeklong cultural event will begin with a welcome to country by our very own Bandjalang Queen Destiny Haz Arrived. Satellite festival events orbiting around the New Year’s Eve jewel in the crown are cultural gems including our Opening Parade, the rejuvenating ‘SPLASH’ Pool Party on New Years Day, the wonderful and one-of-a-kind Queer Fruits Film Festival, Recovery BBQ and the essential finale party, RECOVERY.

On-line ticket sales and volunteer registration commence on 1 September, with the launch of our new website!

Visit www.tropicalfruits.org.au and register your details, skills and interests and save a fortune with early-bird purchases.

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NYE

NYE 2011 is on the way!

NYE 2011 Tickets Available September 1st 2011

The TROPICAL FRUITS New Year's Festival is a four day queer celebration held in the city of Lismore

in sub-tropical northern NSW, an area known suitably as the Rainbow Region.

The NEW YEARS EVE PARTY and the New Years Day RECOVERY PARTY are held at the retro-chic Lismore Showgrounds, lovingly transformed by hundreds of VOLUNTEERS into a sumptuous smorgasbord of our own unique culture.

Take in the whole experience with our on-site CAMPING facility, replete with themed areas to suit all your camp needs.

Party goers on New Year's Eve can sashay between two massive dance spaces featuring top Australian and International DJs.

For a more vibrant, youthful dance experience, head to the THE VAULT dance space.

Get a culture shot at our ART SHOW and CABARET. Our region has the highest concentration of artists, musicians and other creative types living in rural NSW, many of them part of the GLBT community, and we're showcasing them for you! You can also catch some very queer viewing at the QUEER FRUITS FILM FESTIVAL in the wonderfully appointed Lismore Worker's Club.

Rejuvenate on New Year's Day at our sensational, slippery, sexy POOL PARTY- held in the post-deco ambience of Lismore Baths, booked exclusively for Tropical Fruits. Swim, shower, sun yourself- recharge your Vitamin D and get moist dancing by the pool with some delectable queer folk, this time seriously under-clad.

Then back at the Showgrounds, as the sun starts to set on New Year's Day, enjoy a BBQ and a chat with the Volunteers as we kick back and get set to groove the night away at Recovery.

** New Membership Applications CLOSE on 1 December, so if you want to become a member (and thus recieve discounted tickets) be sure to get your application in before this date! **

Applications recieved after 1 December will be processed in January, and will not recieve NYE 2010 members ticket rates

•Members may only purchase their own ticket at the member price.

•Pre sale of tickets for the Pool and Recovery parties are not available for purchase online. They can only be purchased on the day or are included in the 3 Party Pass.

•3 PARTY PASS will allow one person entry to the NYE Party, the Pool Party and the Recovery Party. These tickets can be purchased online only (not available at the door).

•Pool Party tickets available at Pool from 10am New Years Day cash only.

•Recovery Party tickets available at the box office by cash only from 4pm NY day

•New membership applications close 1 December

Ticketing

Ticketing

Online ticket sales have now closed.

There are plenty of tickets still available at the Box Office from 3-11:30pm 31 Dec

Tribe NYE 2011: E Ticket Procedure

Step 1: Read and agree to privacy policy and terms and conditions

Step 2: Fill in and submit ticket purchase details

Step 3: Fill in and submit payment details

Step 4: Print E receipt & distribute a copy to each patron on the order

Step 5: Patrons will require E receipt & photo ID to collect an armband for event entry

Click to buy your E tickets online now!

This link will open in a new window. Close the window to return to the main site

EARLY BIRD TICKETS SOLD OUT!!

Plenty of tickets left- grab yours now to avoid the rush.

** New Membership Applications CLOSE on 1 December, so if you want to become a member (and thus recieve discounted tickets) be sure to get your application in before this date! **

Applications recieved after 1 December will be processed in January, and will not recieve NYE 2011 members ticket rates

•Members may only purchase their own ticket at the member price.

•Pre sale of tickets for the Pool and Recovery parties are not available for purchase online. They can only be purchased on the day or are included in the 3 Party Pass.

•3 PARTY PASS will allow one person entry to the NYE Party, the Pool Party and the Recovery Party. These tickets can be purchased online only (not available at the door).

•Pool Party tickets available at Pool from 10am New Years Day cash only.

•Recovery Party tickets available at the box office by cash only from 4pm NY day

•New membership applications close 1 Decemberfd

TAKE NOTE! MAKE SURE YOU FILL IN THIS FIELD

ON THE TICKET ORDER FORM OR YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PROCESSED!

Volunteer

Volunteering NYE

Tropical Fruits is a social club run by volunteers... thats you!

We need your skills, laughter and friends to put on parties and keep the flavour truly ours.

Whether you like creating colour schemes or working up a sweat with power tools, we have the job for you!

Fruits parties are the place to meet other queers, create a beautiful party space... and then enjoy it yourself.

We don't work you that hard, unless you like that kinda thing.

We need volunteers all year round, both in the lead-up and during our five annual events and general help at the Clubhouse and Office. If you are interested in lending a hand throughout the year, contact the office.

New Years Festival Volunteer sign-up is easy with our online registration form:

SIGN UP HERE!

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NYE Volunteer Entitlements:

** 3+ Shifts: Angel Status, All parties & free camping for duration

2 Shifts: 3-party ticket (NYE, Pool & Recovery)

* 1 Shift: New Years Eve Party Ticket

* 1 Shift New Years Day/ Recovery= Recovery Party Ticket

* Shifts after 1am, First Aid and Bump Down = 3-Party Ticket

** If doing 3 shifts, at least 1 shift must be on NYE/NYD/Recovery/ ½ day Bump Down

Bump Up 27-30 Dec

9.30am to 4pm - Lunch provided (shift times TBA)

Bump Up 31st Dec

9am - 2pm

31st Dec & 1st Jan NYE and RECOVERY:

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Box Office

E-Ticketing

Bar Stacking

Selling Water

Parking

Treasury

Bar - (NSW RSA required)

1st Jan New Years Day

Pool Party

Recovery BBQ

2nd & 3rd Bump Down

10am to 4pm - Lunch Provided

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Camping CampingWelcome to Tropical Fruits On Site Camping at NYETo truly immerse yourself in the Tropical Fruits experience consider joining the Mud Tribe.Tropical Fruits offers limited on-site camping at the Lismore Showgrounds. There are designated quiet zones for the quieter camper and an extremely camp zone for those wanting to rock on, but we operate on a first in best-dressed basis so be sure to arrive early to secure your site!Facilities include on-site toilets, showers & a tea/coffee n toast kitchen with a fab friendly atmosphere. There are NO powered sites available. There are limited Van sites available, so get in quick! The campground is not oversold so there will be room for everyone who has a booking. Only party-goers are permitted to camp. Book with your ticket online or contact the office for enquiries. Cost:$40 per single site for two people, $20 for each extra person per night. Max 4 people per sitee.g 2 people I site = $40 p/n3 people 1 site = $60 p/n 4 people 1 sites= $80 p/n5 people 2 sites= $100 p/nHow to be CamperCHECK IN from Monday 27 December 2010.Camp Check in hours of operation 7am 7pmCHECK OUT by 4pm Monday 3 January 2011Competition for campest camp! Prize is FREE CAMPING for 2011 NYE festival.ELECTRICITYThere will be no electricity available for the camp zone. Power points for recharging phones etc are available at camp check in and the camp kitchen. SAFTEYEmergency contact numbers are available at Camp Kitchen, Camp Check-in and in this Festival Guide. In case of Emergency (Fire or Flood) follow the directions of the Safety Warden on duty. Take time to notice where the emergency assembly area is located (near the main gate entrance). FIRST AID Located at the main party site and a small kit is available at Camp Check in.You are a mate not a doctor, so get help in case of a medical emergency.RECYLING WASTEThis is your responsibility! Please REDUCE and RECYLE using the several clearly marked recycling stations on site. Battery recycling is at Camp Kitchen. General waste is to be taken to the large skip bin located across the road from the emergency assembly area. Always BIN YOUR BUTTS.PARKINGNo cars in camping. Always use the designated car park and minimise your use of the drop off zone STRICTLY 5min only.STRICTLY HUMAN PETS ONLY!Take care of yourself and each other xxx
Accommodation AccommodationLismore and surrounds are simply bursting with all sorts of great accommodation options. From luxury resorts to comfy campgrounds, the Northern Rivers has accommodation styles to suit every preference and every budget. The lovely teams at the local Visitor Information Centres can assist you in your search. Accommodation in Lismore and surrounds during the New Year period is at a premium and you might find you are having trouble securing accommodation, unless you are keen on camping, of which there is plenty at the party site - LOTS OF FUN!!!However, there have been lots of queries about the availability of accommodation in the region and things are looking pretty booked up. With this in mind, we are creating a facebook page for individuals to exchange accommodation requests and offers.There may be a variety of arrangements, from billeting to renting space. Just write on the wall with your offers or requests and then private message one another if you want to discuss things further.Lismore Visitor Information Centre CNR Ballina Rd and Molesworth StLismore NSW 2480P: 1300 369 795 F: 02 6622 0193 E: tourism_lismore.nsw.gov.auOpen 7 days 9:30am - 4.00pmByron Visitor Centre80 Jonson StreetByron Bay NSW 2481P: 02 6680 8558 E: info_visitbyronbay.comBallina Visitor Information CentreCnr River St & Las Balsa Plaza, Ballina NSW 2478P: +61 2 6686 3484 F: +61 2 6686 0136 E: balinfo_balshire.org.auCasino Tourist Information CentreRichmond & Centre Sts, Casino NSW 2470P: +61 2 6662 3566 F: +62 2 6662 5511 E: tourism_richmondvalley.nsw.gov.auKyogle Visitor Information CentreCnr Summerland Way & Anzac DriveKyogle, NSW, 2474P: 02 6632 2700F: 02 6632 2700E: info_visitkyogle.com.auTweed Heads Visitor Information CentreCorner of Bay & Wharf StreetTweed Heads NSW 2485P: (07) 5536 6737F: (07) 5536 6151Operating Hours:Monday to Saturday: 9.00am - 4.30pmSunday: 9.30am - 4.00pm
Transport TransportFOR RIDES & LIFTS AVAILABLE TO & FROM LISMORE FOR "TRIBE" NEW YEARS FESTIVAL 2011 CLICK HERE MAPS The NYE Party is at the Lismore Showgrounds, cnr of Tweed St and Alexander Pde, Lismore NSW AustraliaMap of ShowgroundsPlease follow the link below for a maps of Lismore and localities Maps of Lismore For further information please call us on 02 66 226440 Local Taxi 131008GETTING HEREBy CarLismore is located on the Bruxner Highway providing easy access via car. Lismore is within 2.5 hours drive of Brisbane, with Sydney approximately 9 hours by road. The Visit Lismore travel planner is the easiest way to plan your trip.Go to: www.visitlismore.com.au/drivingdirectionsBy PlaneLismore is serviced by Regional Express Airlines offering passengers up to four return services every day www.rex.com.auLismore airport is located on the outskirts of town just a 5 minute drive to the CBD with taxi, limousine and hire car options available.In addition there are airlines servicing the Gold Coast Airport, one hour north of Lismore, and Ballina Airport, only 25 minutes east of Lismore. By CoachSeveral coach operators provide services to Lismore from major centres throughout Australia.Northern Rivers Buslines02 6626 1499 or www.nrbuslines.com.auAlstonville, Byron Bay, Ballina, Bangalow, Lennox Head, Tenterfield, GraftonPremier Motor Service13 34 10 or www.premierms.com.auDaily - Brisbane - Lismore - Sydney and NSW South CoastMORE BUS COMPANIESNot Chartered by The Tropical Fruits (details correct at time of publication) Summerland Coaches Ph (02) 6685 6533 Charter Bus Byron and BeyondDoor to Door Shuttle service $35pp return.11 Seater buses available for private charter _ $550 / vehiclejodie_charterbusbyronandbeyond.com.au02 6680 7150 Bookings essentialKirklands02 6686 3666www.kirklands.com.auOne way standard fare $11.90By TrainCountryLink services are available from Sydney to Casino with a change over and bus from Casino to Lismore.13 22 32 or www.countrylink.infoINFORMATION ABOUT TROPICAL FRUITS NYE AND RECOVERY SHUTTLES A Tropical Fruits Shuttle Bus will run from the Coast to the party and return. DETAILS TO BE CONFIRMEDTropical Fruits wants everyone to have a safe and happy party. If you shouldn't be driving... DON'T!!!!! If you need assistance arranging local transport at anytime over the course of the festival please approach Event Management, Security or the Faeries in the Cloakroom for more info. Roadside Drug Testing and RBT will be in effect on NSW roads this New Years.
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ART EXHIBITION

RE:CREATION is Tropical Fruits 23rd Festival Art Exhibition theme for 2011 and calls out to all you wonderfully creative Queer Artists to engage and reflect on a life of RE:CREATION!

The annual Tropical Fruits Art Exhibition aims to showcase the enormous diversity and talent of GLBT artists, as w

RE:CREATE your world and the way you see it for our community and tribe

Since 2004 the Exhibition has contributed to the NY Festival experience by providing a visually captivating and atmospheric space to titillate the visual and aural senses of our visitors and partygoers.

The Exhibition provides you with the opportunity to sell your artwork directly to buyers. Tropical Fruits takes no commissions or fees.

Your Curator will be Neil McKellar-Stewart, ably assisted by our team of gorgeous Volunteers without whom this event would not be possible

As in previous years Tropical Fruits will be awarding cash prizes to the creators of the most highly judged artworks. Awards will be Peoples Choice based on voting slips completed on NYE by visitors to the Exhibition. In 2011 the Peoples Choice Awards will be: 1st Prize $500; 2nd & 3rd $250 each

Receipt of your creative work will commence from 9am Wednesday 28th December _ the Lismore Show Grounds Arts and Crafts Pavilion (behind the big palm trees). ARTWORK MUST BE DELIVERED BY NOON ON FRIDAY 30TH DECEMBER: artwork received after this time & date will not be accepted. After the New Year festival winds down, collection of your artwork will only be possible between NOON and 6pm Monday 2nd January 2012. If youre attending the Festival we can facilitate the and pick-up of artworks.

To register: Please complete THIS REGISTRATION FORM

REGISTRATIONS CLOSE Monday 19 DECEMBER.

To contact your RE:CREATION curator, Neil McKellar-Stewart telephone Tropical Fruits & leave a message on 02 6622 6440

or Email:tropicalfruitsart_gmail.com

Selected artworks will be moving to the Serpentine Gallery, 17A Bridge St, North Lismore where they will be exhibited in the Recovery of RE:CREATION exhibition until Friday 27th January 2012.

This extension to RE:CREATION will open 6pm on Friday 6 January at the Serpentine Gallery.

REGISTER NOW

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OFFICE HOURS

Fruits is largely volunteer run, so the office is not staffed at all times, however, as a rule, staff are available at the following times:

Wednesday 9am - 5pm

Administration (Hannah)

Production (Virginia)

Thursday 10am - 2pm

Treasury (Fortesque and Wayne)

Production (Virginia)

Always remember to call ahead if you are visiting outside of these hours

phone: (02) 6622 6440

address: PO Box 771 Lismore NSW 2480

email:

fruits_tropicalfruits.org.au

production_tropicalfruits.org.au

membership

Membership

Become a member of Tropical Fruits and support your community organisation.

Receive our quarterly newsletter, the FRUIT JUICE, spreading the word on up and coming events and local news. Stay in the loop with regular email updates from our Events team.

Membership entitles you to party ticket discounts along with some retail offers in the northern rivers!

Membership costs $25 or $18 for concession card holders per year. Renewal is due at the end of the month one year from your joining date.

First time members need a current member to sign them in, so get in touch with us if this is a problem for you.

Print your Membership Application form, fill it in and post back along with payment.

** New membership applications close each year on 1 December in preparation for the NYE period, so be sure to get your application in before this date! **

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