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Last gigs of the year!

We are going out with a bang in December! Seven more gigs coming your way before we close for the holidays.

Click on the links below for more information:

Dinner @ Bankstown - December 4

Movies @ Randwick - December 17

 

Some exciting news...

 

Soul Fly Buddies our user led advisory group nominated The Gig Buddies project in the National Disability Awards for the Inclusive Communities Award. We were thrilled to find out that we are a finalist.


Testimonials were shared by Soul Fly Buddies to compliment the nomination. 

We would like to share Karen's testimonial. “I am a woman with autism, and my experience with Gig Buddies has been profoundly positive. Being matched with Lisa has been an incredible highlight; together, we've shared many memorable moments, including seeing P!nk in

concert. This experience stands out as a testament to the enriching and supportive nature of the Gig Buddies

program. 

Gig Buddies offers a wonderful blend of in-person and online socials, providing a platform for connection andcommunity. As a member of the Soul Fly Buddies user advisory group, I meet monthly to discuss and address

issues related to Gig Buddies. This involvement has further deepened my appreciation for the program.

 

Gig Buddies is more than just a social program; it is a lifeline that helps people feel less isolated and more connected. I wholeheartedly believe in its mission and the positive difference it makes in the lives of those it

serves.”

 

And from Audrey:

 

"I have been committee member since 2015 and first one paired up. I love being part of it cause I when joined Gig Buddies is like a family with friends and made me feel confident and independent it’s like a whole New World because it’s about inclusion for people who are like me who have a disability."

 

Thank you to our user led advisory group Soul Fly Buddies for the nomination.

 

You can find out more information about The National Disability Awards below: https://nds.org.au/resources/allresources/nominees#TwentyTwentyFourFinalists 

Thank you Stavros, Lachy, Bevan, Nalyn, Alex, Jack, Audrey and Karen!

 

Are you looking to volunteer?

We need volunteers! Click on the image above for current Sydney roles and the graphic below for opportunities on the Central Coast.

If you have any questions or would like more information, contact us via Facebook or email: info@gigbuddiessydney.org

 

Still some gigs left for October!

 

We have a few spots left for our first under 30's bowling event @CBD , a couple of spots left for our Silent Disco club night @CBD and some spots left for the fun activity of putt putt @ Milperra

Sign up below if you are keen to secure the last spots.

 

 

*Contact us if you would like to go on the waiting list for any sold out events.

 

To find out more about our October outings (and to sign up), jump on the links above.

 

One of our largest gigs of the year. Our end of year bash is fast approaching!


As a reminder, on Thursday 21 November we’ll be taking over the top floor at the Rose of Australia in Erskineville.

Expect a night of festive cheer, tasty treats and plenty of party classics at our Sydney catch up.


Then later that week we head to Kincumber on the Central Coast, stopping off at Shady Palms.

We’ll be meeting up for a bite to eat and we’re inviting buddies to join us as we celebrate the end of another year.


To join us at both our festive offerings, load up the links below:



And if you have questions about any of our forthcoming events, get in touch: we can be reached via Facebook Messenger, email: info@gigbuddiessydney.org or via text or phone call on 0411 252 228.


 

Gigs in October (so far)

So far, we've had trivia nights in Terrigal and Dee Why, Mexican dinner at Kirrawee and we've had a go at creating some clay masterpieces at Crockd Studios Bondi.

Check out the photos from these events here.


Special thanks to Crockd Bondi for hosting a super fun event at a discounted price.

If you and a buddy would like to get a 20% discount on a Crockd pottery session, visit the Gig Buddies Buddy Benefits page.


 

Information Night

Gig Buddies and Carer Gateway will be hosting an information session online on zoom. Wednesday the 23rd of October, 6pm.

 

Please share with anyone who might be interested in joining the Gig Buddies community or anyone who would benefit from the free services of support from Carer Gateway.


To join the online meeting please use the Zoom meeting details below:

Meeting ID: 812 9217 2694

Passcode: 062034 

 

Please Help with some research

UTS undergraduate students are doing some research to try to help us grow the Gig Buddies project and reach more volunteers and participants.To help them, they would love you to fill out a super short survey (it should only take about 2 minutes max).This is the one for participants and/or family:https://forms.gle/4myoShafnQnPfAKr5And this one for volunteers:https://forms.gle/Zd4bfrjaiCcVDm7d6

We won't see your answers, so you can be super honest!Thank you so much!!!!!



 

Are you in the market for Gig Buddies’ merchandise?

Click on the image above to get your fill on Gig Buddies goodies. If we haven’t got the size you’re after, get in touch via text Facebook Messenger.

 

Carol: CEO (02 9419 6951)

Chelsea: NDIS coordinator (0412 145 819)

Matthew: Central Coast coordinator (0402 708 814)

Tony: Funding and sponsorship coordinator (02 9419 6951)

Bec: Project officer (0411 252 228)

Aylin: Western Sydney coordinator (0466 389 961)

Lara: Greater Western Sydney coordinator (0478 045 121)

Sandon: Southern Sydney coordinator (0478 043 996)

Charlotte : Northern Beaches coordinator (0466 793 100)


 

Would you like more information about Gig BuddiesSydney? You’re only a click away. Connect with us via the links below.

 

Fancy revelling in legendary status? If so, please support us in our cause to get more people out to live events in Sydney.


Donations over $2 are tax deductible and all are gratefully received.

The Gig Buddies Sydney project is an initiative of ACL Disability Services.



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