COMMUNITY ANNOUCEMENTS
November 2014
The Community Services AOD TAFE students, and Graceades Community Cottage are inviting you to the Willmot Community Hub Launch on the 28th of November 2014, between 2-5pm.
Graceades Community Cottage, along with Certificate IV Alcohol and Drug Students, Mt Druitt TAFE, are working together for this event to further enable assitance for essential services to the Willmot Community.
the Willmot Hub aims to bring local community together through access and support from local services, and provide residents with specific information to what and how those services can be of assistance.
Their vision is to bring community together, to educate, support and empower the families of Willmot and surrounding suburbs, and most importantly, to promote a harmonious environment for the residents.
further queries, please contact - Ivanka Pelikan, Team Leader, Program Development, Graceades Cottage on 9628 2045; Penny Lees, Community Services head Teacher, Mt Druitt TAFE on 9208 0162 or Clair Amandi 0405 304 097
WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHARITY CD - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
We Will Never Leave You Charity CD sales appeal is still on for Haiyan Yolanda survivors. Please contact Mitchell Badelles 0405 329 703 or Mariza Sollano Elteibi 0422 225 960 for Sydney and interstate charity CD purchases. Please visit www.itthappened.com/charity-cd
October 2014
WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHARITY CD - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
We Will Never Leave You Charity CD sales appeal is still on for Haiyan Yolanda survivors. Please contact Mitchell Badelles 0405 329 703 or Mariza Sollano Elteibi 0422 225 960 for Sydney and interstate charity CD purchases. Please visit www.itthappened.com/charity-cd
SWR 99.9FM ANNUAL LIVE EVENT
Come down to Blacktown showground on October 25th to check out an amazing line-up of live bands. You can also grab a feed and check out the studios of SWRFM will you're here.
This is SWRFM's annual live to air event, where we showcase the best in local Australian talent, and musicians. Six bands take to the stage this year. This is a drug and alcohol free event. If you do want to have a few beers, have a listening party at home and tune in! Alternatively, come to the showgrounds and cheers on these bands as they rock the airwaves.
Tune in online to SWR 99.9FM Between 2-3pm, The Musos Show will be on then tfrom 3-9pm, live bands will be on with this line up: Blue River Saga, Kaleidoscope, A Girl's a gun, Empty Fish Tank, Hattie Carroll and Ackers.
Celebrate Australian Music, and love live acts! Cheers to all volunteers who will make this event possible.
ANNUAL CHARITY FUNDRAISING BY THE LA SALLE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
The La Salle Alumni Association of NSW, Inc is having a dinner/dance on the 18th of October 2014. The New Horizon Band will be performing. Bahay Pagasa (House of Hope) is in Bacolod and houses, educates and trains vagrant street children in trades so they can go back to being useful in society. DLSAAA has been contributing to Bahay Pagasa for several years now. Chance to win a ticket to the Philippines. Inquiries, please ring Mercee Malig 0419 144 198 and Del Villahermosa 0410 573 891 . You may also contact Bert Rejante and please also visit the ONE LA SALLE alumni association's website www.dlsaaa.org.au
The Visayan Association of Australia will be holding and celebrating the 70th Anniversary Commemoration of the Leyte Gulf Landing of Gen Douglas MacArthur, at All Saints Parish hall, Liverpool on October 18, from 6.30pm. Enquiries pelase contact Jhun Salazar 0414 352 626
The Filipiniana Friends Group of Bathurst and Central West are holding a glamour day to raise funds for the Cancer Council to hlep with the ongoing research to improve treatment and care and support of cancer survivors and carers.
The proceedings will be shared with the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda/Haiyan which devastated parts of Leyte in the Philippines, killing and injuring many thousands and destroying their homes and livelihood. The survivors still need much help as homes, farms, fishing boats, schools and hospitals, need to be reconstructed. Your support for both The Cancer Council and the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda/Haiyan.
The event will be held at 1pm on Saturday the 18th of October, at St Michael and St John Parish Hall, Bathurst. There will be a fashion parade, karaoke, raffles,, music, dancing, food and fun. Dress up as your favourite character or as glamorous as you can be. There will be prizes for the best dressed and many photo opportunities to make you famous for a day. Gold coin admission, with prizes to be won, and lots of fun for a good cause. Contact Nenita Weekes 0429 040 383, Agnes 0422 165 132 or Ellis 0428 194 200.
September 2014
WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHARITY CD - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
We Will Never Leave You Charity CD sales appeal is still on for Haiyan Yolanda survivors. Please contact Mitchell Badelles 0405 329 703 or Mariza Sollano Elteibi 0422 225 960 for Sydney and interstate charity CD purchases. Please visit www.itthappened.com/charity-cd
SUSTAINABILITY SEPTEMBER SPRING FAIR
Come on down to Blacktown Showground on Saturday the 27th of September and join in the Sustainability September Spring Fair at the Showground Community Garden. Learn about how you can grow fresh, healthy, organic vegetables, and get involved with the on-site community garden.
Take a guided tour of the stormwater wetland redevelopment and learn about our local water catchment. Participate in composting and worm farming demonstrations. Talk to the council's sustainability team about how you can live better and protect the environment.
Learn about the sustainable living workshops that the council has on offer, and observe the shabby-chic furniture restoration workshop in action.
There are plenty of kids activities, including seed planting and eco-storytelling. The will also be some plant give-aways, and bike giveaways as part of Blacktown Council's Bicycle Recycling Program.
If that's not enough, make use of the amazing waterplay park and children's playground. Grab the family, pack a picnic, and make a day of it!
SONGWRITERS NIGHT FOR JYEL
Jyel Tagbo, frontman of award winning band SENSITIVO, has been diagnosed with cancer. He has also been battling it for the last few months and have sold virtually all his music gear to pay for his chemotherapy and other related expenses. Songwriters Philippines are holding a benefit gig for Jyel on September 27,2014 at Sev's Cafe, at 5PM. Please support!
SONGWRITERS NIGHT FOR JYEL
Jyel Tagbo, frontman of award winning band SENSITIVO, has been diagnosed with cancer. He has also been battling it for the last few months and have sold virtually all his music gear to pay for his chemotherapy and other related expenses. Songwriters Philippines are holding a benefit gig for Jyel on September 15,2014 at Conspiracy Garden Cafe at 7PM, and on September 27,2014 at Sev's Cafe, at 5PM. Please support!
SPEND A DAY AT THE FARM IN THE SUBURBS
On Saturday, September 13 between 11am till 3pm, Grantham Sustainability Centre at Seven Hills will be turned into a farm for the day. Check out the collection of urban farm animals, take a permaculture garden tour, join in the community garden gathering, visit the backyard chickens, participate in sustainability workshops and discover the brand new bush tucker garden that has just been planted!
Pack a picnic, bring the family, and learn about gardening and food production in the local area. Numbers are limited for the event so reserve your free tickets via www.bccfarmday.eventbrite.com.au
August 2014
BANAG BANAG - THE BISAYA SPEAKING ASSOCIATION IN NSW
Banag Banag is inviting everyone to their 20th fund raising gala night on the 30th of August 2014. It will be at the Tivoli Function Hall at the Rooty Hill RSL at 6pm. This year’s theme is “Philippine Rhapsody”. It showcases in three parts the story of Philippine migration to Australia since the 1860’s. Contact Fe on 0406 300 876, Nenita on 0417 249 529 or email admin@banagbanag.org
Gold Coast Trio, Daniel Mallari, Joel Gonzales and Lloyd Saniel, better known as THE LIONS DEN, returns to Sydney by public demand with their latest production show WALK LIKE A MAN, featuring the music of the boy bands of the 20th century including the iconic songs of The Beatles, Bee Gees, The Platters, The Drifters, The Temptations, The Commodores, The Stylistics. Righteous Bros, The Four Tops, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. I’m sure you love those bands like I do! Seems like anything from the Gold Coast is a lot of fun!
Bringing an extra dimension to the show is stunning vocalist BELINDA MARKS, her sensational voice together with her captivating charm, will have you lost in her mesmerizing onstage appeal.
An unashamedly high-energy, feel good show with amazing harmonies and choreographed versions of everybody's favourite hits! Hop onto their website,www.dngentertainment.com
BUNGARRIBEE COMMUNITY RESOURCE HUB
The Hub is now well and truly open with regular communityactivites most days of the week. Contact Soraya Kassim on 0417 515 446 or visit their Facebook page Bungarribee Doonside Community. They've got Zumba, Boxercise, yoga, Playgroup, Bollywood Dancing, TAFE outreach Courses, Adult Arts and Craft.
update on HELP AFTER HAIYAN Help After Haiyan - Philippine typhoon appeal
The paperwork for the 41 boxes have finally been signed by now DHL wants ID from the sender of the paperwork! What's going on? These are genuine donations for the survivors of superstorm Haiayn/Yolanda
STORM RAMASSUN/GLENDA - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
Most of us will already know that another storm, Glenda, known in the Philippines as Rammasun, has hit the Philippines last Tuesday the 15th of July 2014. The hardest hit region in the Philippines is Region 5. Total displaced/affected people, number 1 million. Say More Radio Show is once again helping with sending aid to the Philippines. Survivors of last November 8, 2013 superstorm Haiyan/ Yolanda were also affected. Please keep in mind, those who have less than us. We will broadcast what's happening every week. This storm has been overshadowed by world events. Were still trying to raise funds to be able to send a 40-foot container of filled with aid.
July 2014
DOONSIDE MEN'S DEVELOPMENT COLLECTIVE
Doonside Men's Ngallu Wal's DMDC is having a meeting on the 22nd of July then each second Tuesday between 10.30am till 1pm at 259 Kildare Road Doonside 2767. Contact Darren Ivey on 9672 4173 or 9671 5890 or email darreni@ngalluwal.org.au
HELP AFTER HAIYAN - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
Help After Haiyan Was started by Michelle Baltazar and is supported by a group of friends, including Say More Radio Show. Back in April 27, 41 Boxes of clothing, donated by SMILE CLOTHING, for Tacloban, still remains at DHL's warehouse as instructed by Philippine Customs, simply because DSWD is still to sign the form saying they accept the donation. All necessary forms have been completed. Please follow this link and like and sharehttps://www.facebook.com/HelpAfterHaiyan/posts/635601826508247
hopefully, there's someone out there who knows this person who's signature is vital for the release of these donated 41 boxes.
Say More Radio show will transport us all to the Gold Coast Studio of Monserrat Musikworx where we interviewed Butch Monserrat, a 36 year veteran of the Philippine and international music scene. Now based in the Gold Coast of Queensland, after a stint in the US of A, he has been collaborating with numerous overseas artists and his latest project is a cinematic soundtrack album of some of his greatest hits, an instrumental version, to show us, in his own words, "From Where I've Come".
on the 1st of July, we will broadcast the interview we did with Butch Monserrat of Monserrat Musikworx. He will tell us about his 36 year relationship with music and performers like Morris "Feelings" Albert, Hajji Alejandro, Bong Ramilo from Darwin, Northern Territory of Australia, Daniel Mallari - Popera Tenor, Lemuel Barrios Jr. andJimmy Corrales of California band La Jam
Please follow this link to be able to listen online between 7-8PM (Sydney time) or 5-6PM (Manila time) http://www.itthappened.com/say-more-radio---it-happens-weekly.html
June 2014
INDEPENDENTS DAY CELEBRATION IN MANILA AND PAMPANGA
Over 240 bands from all over Metro Manila and Central Luzon will be gathering and performing at the INDEPENDENTS DAY (The First ever #NDMusic Festival 2014 celebrating Indie Music at its finest) on June 12, 2014from 5am until 11pm simultaneously at the Quezon Memorial Circle and at the Bayung Mardika Open Field, Mabalacat Pampanga.
What makes this all-day party event different from all other festivals, is that it’s primarily composed of Independent Musicians performing new OPM originals—and that it would be entirely free of charge.
Famous & noteworthy Independent musicians of all genres (i.e. Hiphop, Rock, Jazz, Blues, Folk, Dance etc.) will be performing and sharing the stage in the name of freedom, unity, diversity and camaraderie to uplift the struggling OPM scene.
Award-winning musician and director, Njel de Mesa spearheads this historic musical event for the masses and unites the local hiphop community with the Rock underground scene in association with NDMstudios, IndiePinoy, OPM2GO, Homeworkz, Mecca Music, TURF, Say More Radio Show of Australia.
This year’s #NDMusic Festival here in Manila features special performances from Champ, Njel de Mesa, Loonie, Johnny Alegre, Death Threat, Pikaso, Kley, Ysagani Ybarra, Kuya Kurt, Ayzhelle, KKK, Mutya, Mushroom, Lagkitan Trio, Max Gilbert, Alasmedya,
The Project, Hoochie Coochie Mikkie, Kat Lopez, Sali, Veronica & I, Joe Vince, Anahata, Noah Zuniga, Pure Sound, Radyo, Viplava, Lem David, Unico, Milky Summer, Date with Fate, The Puzzles, 8 Moons of Jupiter, AKA, Muffin, Las Pinas Finest, 1017 Hood, Blind Rhyme, Layzie Fu, Rap District, Jazze, Destro Rhymes, Renegade Souljahs, Covenant, Bon Jovie, Kenjohns, Smash, Ice-J and many more--plus, surprise celebrity guest appearances. For more inquiries, call or text 09179726514 or visit www.facebook.com/NDMstudios
Last May 14, 2014 was the first big general assembly attended by 100 representatives of bands, indie management groups and Indie label heads. OPM icon Jim Paredes gave the keynote address to encourage the Indie Musicians quest to put up the Festival without commercial backing.
International artist Keith Martin gave a primer on music production and new income streams for indie musicians. Pikaso, Kuya Kurt, Kaycee Solis, Deejay Poblete of KLEY band, with KKK band's Jeremy Igat opened the floor for sign ups for the performing slots. Pop-folk indie artists, Kat Lopez and Leslie Navarro led the opening and closing remarks and prayer.
May 2014
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program
80 Australians die each week from bowel cancer, one of the most common cancers, especially for people over 50. There is a simple teset that you can do in your own home. In the next few weeks or months, the National Bowel Cancer Screening program will be inviting people turning 50, 55, 60 and 65 to participate in the program. Join It!
For Rooty Hill RSL Club Members--just a reminder Rooty Hill RSL Clubs elections will soon be on. Former Director Richard Hoskins says members should get there and vote. RHRSL has over 50,000 members and last year, just over 500 people voted. Those numbers are not a very good representation of the patrons of the club. Your vote could make a difference as some Directors last election only got through by only 5 votes.
Lionel of the PLCAA (Philippine Language and Culture Association of Australia) is encouraging people to gain more confidence with themselves by Singing and Dancing at Arthur Neaves Memorial Hall at Parkes Avenue, Werrington on the 17th of May 2014 from 7PM.
Community radio stations across the country could be forced off air if the Commission of Audit recommendation to scrap funding for the Community Broadcasting Program is accepted by the Government.
Community Broadcasting Association of Australia President Adrian Basso said the recommendation, if adopted, would put stations right across the country at serious risk.
“The recommendation from the Commission of Audit shows a complete lack of understanding of the community broadcasting sector and the significant contribution it makes to media diversity in the country,” Mr Basso said.
“For local communities, community broadcasting is vital. It plays a crucial role in providing a voice for communities that aren’t adequately serviced by other broadcasting sectors including Indigenous Australians, ethnic communities, the print and vision impaired, young people and seniors.
“We’re hopeful that the Federal Government will see this recommendation for what it is – a sure fire way to undo the vital work community broadcasting has done to promote the identities of local communities and the invaluable contribution it makes to social inclusion.
“If the Government were to adopt this recommendation it would cripple the community broadcasting sector’s operations and development and leave millions of Australians without access to the media content they rely on.
“We are hopeful that the Federal Government will recognise the vital importance of keeping our community radio stations on the air.
“The community broadcasting sector is a smart investment: for every dollar the government puts in, the social outcome is huge.”
For further information and media enquiries contact Alana Mew, 0419 929 722 DOWNLOAD THE PRESS RELEASE BY CLICKING ON THIS LINK
April 2014
The Blas F. Ople Policy Center, a non-government organization that specializes in labor and migration issues, urged the (Philippine) Department of Health (DOH) and the (Philippine) Department of Labor and Employment to tap the recruitment and travel industry as well as providers of Pre-Departure Orientation Seminars (PDOS) in providing information about MERS-CoV to all Middle East-bound overseas workers.
MERS is short for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). here's what we can do:
The World Health Organization said MERS-CoV has so far infected 243 worldwide and killed 93 since March 2012. The (Philippine) DFA and DOH released the following guidelines for protection against the disease:
1. Practice proper hand hygiene always, by washing your hands with soap or hand rubs with alcohol before and after eating; before and after handling, cooking and preparing food; after coughing, sneezing and using the toilets; and before and before and after touching animals.
2. Practice proper cough etiquette by covering your mouth and nose while sneezing or coughing. Use a facial tissue when coughing or sneezing and cover your mouth and nose with it. Dispose the tissue in a waste basket.
3. Avoid contact with farm and domesticated animals, including camels.
4. Avoid contact with sick or infected with MERS-CoV. If you have respiratory illness, stay home and wear a surgical mask to protect your family members.
5. If you are a health worker, strictly follow infection control protocols in your work.
6. Visit your doctor, a hospital or health facility immediately if symptoms of MERS-CoV manifest itself, including, persistent coughing, and other.
7. If you were in close contact with a confirmed MERS-CoV patient, comply with local health regulations and postpone any trip abroad until after test results are negative.
8. Practice healthy habits such as regular exercise, balanced and nutritional diet, and adequate sleep of at least eight hours, as it would help strengthen the body’s immunity. TO READ MORE, PLEASE CLICK ON THIS LINK
Announcing the win of the documentary movie, "Everything is Forever". A film which spans some 15 years of the life of Croatian Artist Nenad Bach - during his quest for world peace and universal justice. The film won two awards at the 47th Annual Worldfest Houston International Film Festival during April 4-13 *Platinum Remi Award for Theatrical Feature Film and Video
*Special jury Remi Award for Music Video - Stage and Concert Performanace
Nenad Bach contributed two songs, "Can We Go Higher" and "I Love Losers" to the Charity CD, "We Will Never Leave You". Proceeds of the CD go towards the survivors of Superstorm Haiyan Yolanda
invitation to St Pedro Calungsod's 4th Fiesta Celebration Novena at St Aidan's Parish Church, 9 Adelaide St, Rooty Hill from the 3rd of April 2014 till the 12th April 2014. Contact Gideon on 0416 876 912
The Australian Samareño Association of NSW is holding a fundraiser buffet/dinner show at Club 55 Pabico at Mt Druitt on Saturday, 5PM, the 26th of April 2014. Proceeds go towards the rebuilding of Eastern Samar after the effects of massive Storm Haiyan Yolanda. Contact Solina La Palma on 0422 451 642.
Announcing the nomination of three Say More Radio Show Artists who have been nominated to the prestigious Australian music "MO' Awards:
*Daniel Mallari *Rachael Fahim *The Lions Den
March 2014
For Blacktown Workers Club Members with a Filipino background:
Rissa McInnes was approached to run for Director at Blacktown Workers Club. She hopes to get more Filipino-Australian votes and from other ethno-Australians as she looks forward to take on the responsibility of maintaining good corporate governance and being competent in the supervision of the club. Voting dates are from the 20th till the 24th of March . 10pm till 7pm.
Rissa McInnes hopes to be the voice of the Filipino-Australian community at Blacktown Workers Club.
Lionel of PLCAA (that’s the Philippine Language and Culture Association of Australia based in the Penrith Area) is encouraging Filipinos to gain confidence by joining a program called sing and dance. You can do this by being a stand up comic or singing karaoke. That shouldn’t be too hard, will it? In my experience, every Filipino pretty much knows how to sing and dance. How well? That’s a different story, hehehe! Let’s Sing and Dance is at the Arthur Neaves Memorial Hall at Parkes Avenue, Werrington, 7pm, on the 22nd of March. For more info, contact Lionel on 0422 240 818
The Big Shave for The Leukaemia Foundation on Sunday March 16 at Cabramatta Bowling Club - contact DJ Johnny Bones who will shave his humungous prized 3 foot diametre afro ( You have to see it to believe it)
Badgerys Creek Airport: What Does It mean To You? Find out more about how to have your say- be at Bowman's Hall, Campbell Street, Blacktown March 11, 7PM, Tuesday
Do you have a BLACK DOG following you around? www.beyondblue.com.au (appropriate songs will be played Wake Up by Oliver Gadista and Blessed by Marian Cuasay and Who I Am by Daniel Mallari. Please listen to the words to these songs) These songs will be dedicated to Vanessa and Adam, who recently lost a dear friend to the Black Dog.
November 2014
The Community Services AOD TAFE students, and Graceades Community Cottage are inviting you to the Willmot Community Hub Launch on the 28th of November 2014, between 2-5pm.
Graceades Community Cottage, along with Certificate IV Alcohol and Drug Students, Mt Druitt TAFE, are working together for this event to further enable assitance for essential services to the Willmot Community.
the Willmot Hub aims to bring local community together through access and support from local services, and provide residents with specific information to what and how those services can be of assistance.
Their vision is to bring community together, to educate, support and empower the families of Willmot and surrounding suburbs, and most importantly, to promote a harmonious environment for the residents.
further queries, please contact - Ivanka Pelikan, Team Leader, Program Development, Graceades Cottage on 9628 2045; Penny Lees, Community Services head Teacher, Mt Druitt TAFE on 9208 0162 or Clair Amandi 0405 304 097
WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHARITY CD - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
We Will Never Leave You Charity CD sales appeal is still on for Haiyan Yolanda survivors. Please contact Mitchell Badelles 0405 329 703 or Mariza Sollano Elteibi 0422 225 960 for Sydney and interstate charity CD purchases. Please visit www.itthappened.com/charity-cd
October 2014
WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHARITY CD - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
We Will Never Leave You Charity CD sales appeal is still on for Haiyan Yolanda survivors. Please contact Mitchell Badelles 0405 329 703 or Mariza Sollano Elteibi 0422 225 960 for Sydney and interstate charity CD purchases. Please visit www.itthappened.com/charity-cd
SWR 99.9FM ANNUAL LIVE EVENT
Come down to Blacktown showground on October 25th to check out an amazing line-up of live bands. You can also grab a feed and check out the studios of SWRFM will you're here.
This is SWRFM's annual live to air event, where we showcase the best in local Australian talent, and musicians. Six bands take to the stage this year. This is a drug and alcohol free event. If you do want to have a few beers, have a listening party at home and tune in! Alternatively, come to the showgrounds and cheers on these bands as they rock the airwaves.
Tune in online to SWR 99.9FM Between 2-3pm, The Musos Show will be on then tfrom 3-9pm, live bands will be on with this line up: Blue River Saga, Kaleidoscope, A Girl's a gun, Empty Fish Tank, Hattie Carroll and Ackers.
Celebrate Australian Music, and love live acts! Cheers to all volunteers who will make this event possible.
ANNUAL CHARITY FUNDRAISING BY THE LA SALLE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
The La Salle Alumni Association of NSW, Inc is having a dinner/dance on the 18th of October 2014. The New Horizon Band will be performing. Bahay Pagasa (House of Hope) is in Bacolod and houses, educates and trains vagrant street children in trades so they can go back to being useful in society. DLSAAA has been contributing to Bahay Pagasa for several years now. Chance to win a ticket to the Philippines. Inquiries, please ring Mercee Malig 0419 144 198 and Del Villahermosa 0410 573 891 . You may also contact Bert Rejante and please also visit the ONE LA SALLE alumni association's website www.dlsaaa.org.au
The Visayan Association of Australia will be holding and celebrating the 70th Anniversary Commemoration of the Leyte Gulf Landing of Gen Douglas MacArthur, at All Saints Parish hall, Liverpool on October 18, from 6.30pm. Enquiries pelase contact Jhun Salazar 0414 352 626
The Filipiniana Friends Group of Bathurst and Central West are holding a glamour day to raise funds for the Cancer Council to hlep with the ongoing research to improve treatment and care and support of cancer survivors and carers.
The proceedings will be shared with the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda/Haiyan which devastated parts of Leyte in the Philippines, killing and injuring many thousands and destroying their homes and livelihood. The survivors still need much help as homes, farms, fishing boats, schools and hospitals, need to be reconstructed. Your support for both The Cancer Council and the survivors of Typhoon Yolanda/Haiyan.
The event will be held at 1pm on Saturday the 18th of October, at St Michael and St John Parish Hall, Bathurst. There will be a fashion parade, karaoke, raffles,, music, dancing, food and fun. Dress up as your favourite character or as glamorous as you can be. There will be prizes for the best dressed and many photo opportunities to make you famous for a day. Gold coin admission, with prizes to be won, and lots of fun for a good cause. Contact Nenita Weekes 0429 040 383, Agnes 0422 165 132 or Ellis 0428 194 200.
September 2014
WE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU CHARITY CD - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
We Will Never Leave You Charity CD sales appeal is still on for Haiyan Yolanda survivors. Please contact Mitchell Badelles 0405 329 703 or Mariza Sollano Elteibi 0422 225 960 for Sydney and interstate charity CD purchases. Please visit www.itthappened.com/charity-cd
SUSTAINABILITY SEPTEMBER SPRING FAIR
Come on down to Blacktown Showground on Saturday the 27th of September and join in the Sustainability September Spring Fair at the Showground Community Garden. Learn about how you can grow fresh, healthy, organic vegetables, and get involved with the on-site community garden.
Take a guided tour of the stormwater wetland redevelopment and learn about our local water catchment. Participate in composting and worm farming demonstrations. Talk to the council's sustainability team about how you can live better and protect the environment.
Learn about the sustainable living workshops that the council has on offer, and observe the shabby-chic furniture restoration workshop in action.
There are plenty of kids activities, including seed planting and eco-storytelling. The will also be some plant give-aways, and bike giveaways as part of Blacktown Council's Bicycle Recycling Program.
If that's not enough, make use of the amazing waterplay park and children's playground. Grab the family, pack a picnic, and make a day of it!
SONGWRITERS NIGHT FOR JYEL
Jyel Tagbo, frontman of award winning band SENSITIVO, has been diagnosed with cancer. He has also been battling it for the last few months and have sold virtually all his music gear to pay for his chemotherapy and other related expenses. Songwriters Philippines are holding a benefit gig for Jyel on September 27,2014 at Sev's Cafe, at 5PM. Please support!
SONGWRITERS NIGHT FOR JYEL
Jyel Tagbo, frontman of award winning band SENSITIVO, has been diagnosed with cancer. He has also been battling it for the last few months and have sold virtually all his music gear to pay for his chemotherapy and other related expenses. Songwriters Philippines are holding a benefit gig for Jyel on September 15,2014 at Conspiracy Garden Cafe at 7PM, and on September 27,2014 at Sev's Cafe, at 5PM. Please support!
SPEND A DAY AT THE FARM IN THE SUBURBS
On Saturday, September 13 between 11am till 3pm, Grantham Sustainability Centre at Seven Hills will be turned into a farm for the day. Check out the collection of urban farm animals, take a permaculture garden tour, join in the community garden gathering, visit the backyard chickens, participate in sustainability workshops and discover the brand new bush tucker garden that has just been planted!
Pack a picnic, bring the family, and learn about gardening and food production in the local area. Numbers are limited for the event so reserve your free tickets via www.bccfarmday.eventbrite.com.au
August 2014
BANAG BANAG - THE BISAYA SPEAKING ASSOCIATION IN NSW
Banag Banag is inviting everyone to their 20th fund raising gala night on the 30th of August 2014. It will be at the Tivoli Function Hall at the Rooty Hill RSL at 6pm. This year’s theme is “Philippine Rhapsody”. It showcases in three parts the story of Philippine migration to Australia since the 1860’s. Contact Fe on 0406 300 876, Nenita on 0417 249 529 or email admin@banagbanag.org
Gold Coast Trio, Daniel Mallari, Joel Gonzales and Lloyd Saniel, better known as THE LIONS DEN, returns to Sydney by public demand with their latest production show WALK LIKE A MAN, featuring the music of the boy bands of the 20th century including the iconic songs of The Beatles, Bee Gees, The Platters, The Drifters, The Temptations, The Commodores, The Stylistics. Righteous Bros, The Four Tops, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. I’m sure you love those bands like I do! Seems like anything from the Gold Coast is a lot of fun!
Bringing an extra dimension to the show is stunning vocalist BELINDA MARKS, her sensational voice together with her captivating charm, will have you lost in her mesmerizing onstage appeal.
An unashamedly high-energy, feel good show with amazing harmonies and choreographed versions of everybody's favourite hits! Hop onto their website,www.dngentertainment.com
BUNGARRIBEE COMMUNITY RESOURCE HUB
The Hub is now well and truly open with regular communityactivites most days of the week. Contact Soraya Kassim on 0417 515 446 or visit their Facebook page Bungarribee Doonside Community. They've got Zumba, Boxercise, yoga, Playgroup, Bollywood Dancing, TAFE outreach Courses, Adult Arts and Craft.
update on HELP AFTER HAIYAN Help After Haiyan - Philippine typhoon appeal
The paperwork for the 41 boxes have finally been signed by now DHL wants ID from the sender of the paperwork! What's going on? These are genuine donations for the survivors of superstorm Haiayn/Yolanda
STORM RAMASSUN/GLENDA - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
Most of us will already know that another storm, Glenda, known in the Philippines as Rammasun, has hit the Philippines last Tuesday the 15th of July 2014. The hardest hit region in the Philippines is Region 5. Total displaced/affected people, number 1 million. Say More Radio Show is once again helping with sending aid to the Philippines. Survivors of last November 8, 2013 superstorm Haiyan/ Yolanda were also affected. Please keep in mind, those who have less than us. We will broadcast what's happening every week. This storm has been overshadowed by world events. Were still trying to raise funds to be able to send a 40-foot container of filled with aid.
July 2014
DOONSIDE MEN'S DEVELOPMENT COLLECTIVE
Doonside Men's Ngallu Wal's DMDC is having a meeting on the 22nd of July then each second Tuesday between 10.30am till 1pm at 259 Kildare Road Doonside 2767. Contact Darren Ivey on 9672 4173 or 9671 5890 or email darreni@ngalluwal.org.au
HELP AFTER HAIYAN - PHILIPPINE TYPHOON APPEAL
Help After Haiyan Was started by Michelle Baltazar and is supported by a group of friends, including Say More Radio Show. Back in April 27, 41 Boxes of clothing, donated by SMILE CLOTHING, for Tacloban, still remains at DHL's warehouse as instructed by Philippine Customs, simply because DSWD is still to sign the form saying they accept the donation. All necessary forms have been completed. Please follow this link and like and sharehttps://www.facebook.com/HelpAfterHaiyan/posts/635601826508247
hopefully, there's someone out there who knows this person who's signature is vital for the release of these donated 41 boxes.
Say More Radio show will transport us all to the Gold Coast Studio of Monserrat Musikworx where we interviewed Butch Monserrat, a 36 year veteran of the Philippine and international music scene. Now based in the Gold Coast of Queensland, after a stint in the US of A, he has been collaborating with numerous overseas artists and his latest project is a cinematic soundtrack album of some of his greatest hits, an instrumental version, to show us, in his own words, "From Where I've Come".
on the 1st of July, we will broadcast the interview we did with Butch Monserrat of Monserrat Musikworx. He will tell us about his 36 year relationship with music and performers like Morris "Feelings" Albert, Hajji Alejandro, Bong Ramilo from Darwin, Northern Territory of Australia, Daniel Mallari - Popera Tenor, Lemuel Barrios Jr. andJimmy Corrales of California band La Jam
Please follow this link to be able to listen online between 7-8PM (Sydney time) or 5-6PM (Manila time) http://www.itthappened.com/say-more-radio---it-happens-weekly.html
June 2014
INDEPENDENTS DAY CELEBRATION IN MANILA AND PAMPANGA
Over 240 bands from all over Metro Manila and Central Luzon will be gathering and performing at the INDEPENDENTS DAY (The First ever #NDMusic Festival 2014 celebrating Indie Music at its finest) on June 12, 2014from 5am until 11pm simultaneously at the Quezon Memorial Circle and at the Bayung Mardika Open Field, Mabalacat Pampanga.
What makes this all-day party event different from all other festivals, is that it’s primarily composed of Independent Musicians performing new OPM originals—and that it would be entirely free of charge.
Famous & noteworthy Independent musicians of all genres (i.e. Hiphop, Rock, Jazz, Blues, Folk, Dance etc.) will be performing and sharing the stage in the name of freedom, unity, diversity and camaraderie to uplift the struggling OPM scene.
Award-winning musician and director, Njel de Mesa spearheads this historic musical event for the masses and unites the local hiphop community with the Rock underground scene in association with NDMstudios, IndiePinoy, OPM2GO, Homeworkz, Mecca Music, TURF, Say More Radio Show of Australia.
This year’s #NDMusic Festival here in Manila features special performances from Champ, Njel de Mesa, Loonie, Johnny Alegre, Death Threat, Pikaso, Kley, Ysagani Ybarra, Kuya Kurt, Ayzhelle, KKK, Mutya, Mushroom, Lagkitan Trio, Max Gilbert, Alasmedya,
The Project, Hoochie Coochie Mikkie, Kat Lopez, Sali, Veronica & I, Joe Vince, Anahata, Noah Zuniga, Pure Sound, Radyo, Viplava, Lem David, Unico, Milky Summer, Date with Fate, The Puzzles, 8 Moons of Jupiter, AKA, Muffin, Las Pinas Finest, 1017 Hood, Blind Rhyme, Layzie Fu, Rap District, Jazze, Destro Rhymes, Renegade Souljahs, Covenant, Bon Jovie, Kenjohns, Smash, Ice-J and many more--plus, surprise celebrity guest appearances. For more inquiries, call or text 09179726514 or visit www.facebook.com/NDMstudios
Last May 14, 2014 was the first big general assembly attended by 100 representatives of bands, indie management groups and Indie label heads. OPM icon Jim Paredes gave the keynote address to encourage the Indie Musicians quest to put up the Festival without commercial backing.
International artist Keith Martin gave a primer on music production and new income streams for indie musicians. Pikaso, Kuya Kurt, Kaycee Solis, Deejay Poblete of KLEY band, with KKK band's Jeremy Igat opened the floor for sign ups for the performing slots. Pop-folk indie artists, Kat Lopez and Leslie Navarro led the opening and closing remarks and prayer.
May 2014
National Bowel Cancer Screening Program
80 Australians die each week from bowel cancer, one of the most common cancers, especially for people over 50. There is a simple teset that you can do in your own home. In the next few weeks or months, the National Bowel Cancer Screening program will be inviting people turning 50, 55, 60 and 65 to participate in the program. Join It!
For Rooty Hill RSL Club Members--just a reminder Rooty Hill RSL Clubs elections will soon be on. Former Director Richard Hoskins says members should get there and vote. RHRSL has over 50,000 members and last year, just over 500 people voted. Those numbers are not a very good representation of the patrons of the club. Your vote could make a difference as some Directors last election only got through by only 5 votes.
Lionel of the PLCAA (Philippine Language and Culture Association of Australia) is encouraging people to gain more confidence with themselves by Singing and Dancing at Arthur Neaves Memorial Hall at Parkes Avenue, Werrington on the 17th of May 2014 from 7PM.
Community radio stations across the country could be forced off air if the Commission of Audit recommendation to scrap funding for the Community Broadcasting Program is accepted by the Government.
Community Broadcasting Association of Australia President Adrian Basso said the recommendation, if adopted, would put stations right across the country at serious risk.
“The recommendation from the Commission of Audit shows a complete lack of understanding of the community broadcasting sector and the significant contribution it makes to media diversity in the country,” Mr Basso said.
“For local communities, community broadcasting is vital. It plays a crucial role in providing a voice for communities that aren’t adequately serviced by other broadcasting sectors including Indigenous Australians, ethnic communities, the print and vision impaired, young people and seniors.
“We’re hopeful that the Federal Government will see this recommendation for what it is – a sure fire way to undo the vital work community broadcasting has done to promote the identities of local communities and the invaluable contribution it makes to social inclusion.
“If the Government were to adopt this recommendation it would cripple the community broadcasting sector’s operations and development and leave millions of Australians without access to the media content they rely on.
“We are hopeful that the Federal Government will recognise the vital importance of keeping our community radio stations on the air.
“The community broadcasting sector is a smart investment: for every dollar the government puts in, the social outcome is huge.”
For further information and media enquiries contact Alana Mew, 0419 929 722 DOWNLOAD THE PRESS RELEASE BY CLICKING ON THIS LINK
April 2014
The Blas F. Ople Policy Center, a non-government organization that specializes in labor and migration issues, urged the (Philippine) Department of Health (DOH) and the (Philippine) Department of Labor and Employment to tap the recruitment and travel industry as well as providers of Pre-Departure Orientation Seminars (PDOS) in providing information about MERS-CoV to all Middle East-bound overseas workers.
MERS is short for Middle East Respiratory Syndrome-Coronavirus (MERS-CoV). here's what we can do:
The World Health Organization said MERS-CoV has so far infected 243 worldwide and killed 93 since March 2012. The (Philippine) DFA and DOH released the following guidelines for protection against the disease:
1. Practice proper hand hygiene always, by washing your hands with soap or hand rubs with alcohol before and after eating; before and after handling, cooking and preparing food; after coughing, sneezing and using the toilets; and before and before and after touching animals.
2. Practice proper cough etiquette by covering your mouth and nose while sneezing or coughing. Use a facial tissue when coughing or sneezing and cover your mouth and nose with it. Dispose the tissue in a waste basket.
3. Avoid contact with farm and domesticated animals, including camels.
4. Avoid contact with sick or infected with MERS-CoV. If you have respiratory illness, stay home and wear a surgical mask to protect your family members.
5. If you are a health worker, strictly follow infection control protocols in your work.
6. Visit your doctor, a hospital or health facility immediately if symptoms of MERS-CoV manifest itself, including, persistent coughing, and other.
7. If you were in close contact with a confirmed MERS-CoV patient, comply with local health regulations and postpone any trip abroad until after test results are negative.
8. Practice healthy habits such as regular exercise, balanced and nutritional diet, and adequate sleep of at least eight hours, as it would help strengthen the body’s immunity. TO READ MORE, PLEASE CLICK ON THIS LINK
Announcing the win of the documentary movie, "Everything is Forever". A film which spans some 15 years of the life of Croatian Artist Nenad Bach - during his quest for world peace and universal justice. The film won two awards at the 47th Annual Worldfest Houston International Film Festival during April 4-13 *Platinum Remi Award for Theatrical Feature Film and Video
*Special jury Remi Award for Music Video - Stage and Concert Performanace
Nenad Bach contributed two songs, "Can We Go Higher" and "I Love Losers" to the Charity CD, "We Will Never Leave You". Proceeds of the CD go towards the survivors of Superstorm Haiyan Yolanda
invitation to St Pedro Calungsod's 4th Fiesta Celebration Novena at St Aidan's Parish Church, 9 Adelaide St, Rooty Hill from the 3rd of April 2014 till the 12th April 2014. Contact Gideon on 0416 876 912
The Australian Samareño Association of NSW is holding a fundraiser buffet/dinner show at Club 55 Pabico at Mt Druitt on Saturday, 5PM, the 26th of April 2014. Proceeds go towards the rebuilding of Eastern Samar after the effects of massive Storm Haiyan Yolanda. Contact Solina La Palma on 0422 451 642.
Announcing the nomination of three Say More Radio Show Artists who have been nominated to the prestigious Australian music "MO' Awards:
*Daniel Mallari *Rachael Fahim *The Lions Den
March 2014
For Blacktown Workers Club Members with a Filipino background:
Rissa McInnes was approached to run for Director at Blacktown Workers Club. She hopes to get more Filipino-Australian votes and from other ethno-Australians as she looks forward to take on the responsibility of maintaining good corporate governance and being competent in the supervision of the club. Voting dates are from the 20th till the 24th of March . 10pm till 7pm.
Rissa McInnes hopes to be the voice of the Filipino-Australian community at Blacktown Workers Club.
Lionel of PLCAA (that’s the Philippine Language and Culture Association of Australia based in the Penrith Area) is encouraging Filipinos to gain confidence by joining a program called sing and dance. You can do this by being a stand up comic or singing karaoke. That shouldn’t be too hard, will it? In my experience, every Filipino pretty much knows how to sing and dance. How well? That’s a different story, hehehe! Let’s Sing and Dance is at the Arthur Neaves Memorial Hall at Parkes Avenue, Werrington, 7pm, on the 22nd of March. For more info, contact Lionel on 0422 240 818
The Big Shave for The Leukaemia Foundation on Sunday March 16 at Cabramatta Bowling Club - contact DJ Johnny Bones who will shave his humungous prized 3 foot diametre afro ( You have to see it to believe it)
Badgerys Creek Airport: What Does It mean To You? Find out more about how to have your say- be at Bowman's Hall, Campbell Street, Blacktown March 11, 7PM, Tuesday
Do you have a BLACK DOG following you around? www.beyondblue.com.au (appropriate songs will be played Wake Up by Oliver Gadista and Blessed by Marian Cuasay and Who I Am by Daniel Mallari. Please listen to the words to these songs) These songs will be dedicated to Vanessa and Adam, who recently lost a dear friend to the Black Dog.