Region 34 CONVENTION BOOKLET First Edition Wrest Point Casino, Hobart Thursday 17 May to Sunday 20 May, 2018 2

CONTENTS WELCOME ...... 4 CONVENTION DETAILS ...... 6 Convention Committee Contact Information ...... 6 Convention Important Dates...... 8 Convention Schedule of Events ...... 8 First Timer Information ...... 9 Harmony Bazaar ...... 9 How to Order Convention Photos ...... 10 Judging Panel ...... 10 Mass Sing Information ...... 11 MC for Hobart convention–Expression of Interest ...... 11 Mic Testing Chorus –Attention All Members arriving on Thursday 17th May 2018 ...... 12 Parade of Champions ...... 12 Quartet Chorus Information ...... 13 Rehearsal space ...... 13 STAR Chorus ...... 13 Transportation on Contest Day ...... 14 Volunteering at Convention ...... 14 AWARDS ...... 14 Marketing Awards ...... 14 Sweet Adeline of the Year Award ...... 15 Regional Awards ...... 16 Linda Wareham Novice Quartet Award ...... 16 Marian Clarke Novice Director Award ...... 16 Wendy Middleton Most Improved Quartet Award ...... 17 Marian Reinsch Award ...... 17 Chorus Certificates of Excellence ...... 17 REGISTRATION ...... 18 Registration Fees all prices incl GST ...... 18 Optional Items ...... 18 Registration FAQs ...... 19 Parade of Champions DVD ...... 20 Souvenir Convention Pin ...... 20 Harmony HoeDown (included in Registration) ...... 20 COMPETITION ...... 21 3

Checklist for Competition ...... 21 Copyright Information ...... 21 Quartet Registration Process ...... 22 Forms Required for Competition ...... 22 HOBART INFORMATION ...... 23 Useful facts about Hobart's attractions and services ...... 23 Airport ...... 23 Sights to see in Hobart and surrounds ...... 23 Transport choices in Hobart ...... 23 Hospitals ...... 25 Shopping ...... 25 Info and facts about Hobart for Wining and Dining and more… ...... 26 Restaurants ...... 26 Banking in Sandy Bay area: ...... 27 Walking distances: ...... 27 Sandy Bay Shopping Centre and Magnet Court ...... 27 CONVENTION HANDBOOK SECOND EDITION ...... 28

WELCOME

Hello everyone,

Planning is well underway our first of three conventions in Hobart, 2018.We are looking forward to returning to Wrest Point in May for a weekend of wonderful singing, competition, fun and friendship.

This is the First Edition of the Convention Booklet, with the information we have available for you to plan for Convention. The Second Edition will be available mid-April, after the Final Order of Appearance has been released. You can access this booklet, along with the forms you need for the competition, at www.sweetadelines.org.au/convention.

Accommodation should be booked by now. Please be aware that rooms will be available at Wrest Point one month prior to our Convention, when pre-booked rooms not being utilised are required to be released.

Registrations will open on Saturday 27 January 2018. There will be tiered registrations – this will be based on flight costs for registrants. please see the Registration fees below – page 17. Early Bird Registration closes Friday March 9 2018; Registrations close on Friday 6 April 2018.

Entry to Afterglow is included in your registration. It will be held downstairs in the Wellington Room at Wrest Point. Our theme this year is a ‘Harmony HoeDown’ – so be ready for some barn dancing!! Further details for this will be in the next bulletin.

Remember if you wish to purchase a Convention Transfer, you must do this when you register for Convention. The transfers will be sent to your chorus before Convention so you can apply as you wish. There will not be any available for sale in Hobart. I also encourage you to purchase your souvenir pin when you register, as there will be a very limited number for sale during, and after, Convention.

Sign up to volunteer for a shift or two when you register too. It’s a great way to make new friends, see what goes on behind the scenes and do your bit to help out. We send you a questionnaire to fill in so we match you to a job which suits you best.

For the first time this year we are going to have Webcast commentary – anchored by Kate Hawkins. She will have co-hosts on both competition days and I know she will love quartets and chorus reps to drop by before (or after) you have performed – more details soon!

Another first is for Quartet members. Have you ever yearned to sing in two quartets? Well now you can!!

REGIONAL QUARTET COMPETITOR UPDATE With the inception of Open Division at the regional level in 2014, members have been exploring new and exciting ways to participate in their regional contest. As a result of many requests from competitors, the Judge Specialists and the Education Direction Committee 5

have developed a new policy allowing members to fulfil their desire to compete in more than one quartet! The policy states that: “A member may now compete in up to two different quartets during the same regional contest, as long as they are in different competition divisions (e.g., one quartet in the International Division and one in the Open Division). No more than two members per quartet may compete in the second quartet in the same regional contest.” If you would like more detailed information please email [email protected]

In line with the GRC (Guide to Regional Convention), your CPC has made the decision to adopt the standard colours of ribbons for the ‘AA’ and ‘A’ awards. The colours will be: - Division A - deep purple for first, medium purple for second and pale purple for third; - Division AA – hot pink for first, medium pink for second and pale pink for third.

This year’s Convention is shaping up as another great Region 34 event and I would like to thank the Convention Planning Team and the choruses on the Convention Planning Committee for all their hard work and commitment in the planning of Hobart 2018

I look forward to seeing you all in Hobart

Kind regards, Annette Connolly, Events Coordinator Sweet Adelines Australia

CONVENTION DETAILS

Convention Committee Contact Information

Chair Regional Convention (CRC) Jan Lovegrove [email protected] • Venue • Equipment hire • Convention schedule • Convention activities • Volunteers

Events Coordinator (EvC) Annette Connolly [email protected] • Planning & management of Convention • Coordinator of Convention Committee • Booking venues • Development of Convention Plans

Competition Coordinator (CC) Chris Jones [email protected] • Traffic patterns • Mobility arrangements • Riser configurations • Judges liaison

Convention Registration Managers Vocal Vibes Chorus [email protected] • Administration of Convention registration website for all delegate registrations • Registration enquiries • Convention lanyards

Official Panel Liaison (OPL) Elidia Rymer • Judges transport • Judges amenities • Judges schedules & timings

Panel Secretary Therese Cooney • Administration of Judging Panel

Member Services Team Coordinator (MTC) Kate Hawkins [email protected] Leaders’ Function • Chorus liaison for o First timers o Sweet Adeline of the Year Awards o Longevity Awards

Admin Team Coordinator (ATC) Annet Wezenbeek • Leaders’ Function

Finance Coordinator (FC) [email protected] • Convention budget • Paying invoices and refunds • Invoicing

Education Team Coordinator (ETC) Lindsey Dyer [email protected] • Repertoire for Quartet Chorus • Quartet Chorus Director • Educational After Classes

Marketing Coordinator (MkC) Anna-Marie Shew [email protected] • Logo • Signage • RMT Stall • Advertising • Publicity • Marketing Award • Convention promotional items – enquiries and approvals

Directors’ Coordinator (DC) Kali Caramia [email protected] • Coordinates mass sing participates • Organises repertoire • Organises Directors of songs

Communications Coordinator (CoC) Sue Gilkes [email protected] • Website • Regional communication • International liaison

Parade of Champions Coordinator Debra Griffiths [email protected] • Parade of Champions schedule • Briefing • Scripting and timing of performances

Harmony Bazaar Coordinator Hobart Harmony [email protected] • Booking Harmony Bazaar tables • Vendor liaison • Liaison with stall holders • Onsite management

Webcast Presenters Anchor – Kate Hawkins with co-presenters Traci Voss and Vicki Dwyer

Local Information Hobart Harmony Audience Choice Award Queensland Choruses Medals Brindabella Chorus 8

Volunteers Hobart Harmony RMT Information& Merchandise Stall Queensland Choruses

Convention Important Dates

Region #34 Registrations Open – Saturday 27 January 2018 ePacket Mailing from International – Friday 3 February 2018 Early Bird Registrations Close – Friday 9 March 2018 SAI Quartet Competition Entry Deadline – 19 March 2018 SAI Chorus Competition Entry Deadline – 20 March 2018 Draw for Order of Appearance – 26 March 2018 (US time) Region #34 Registrations Close – Friday 6 April 2018

Convention Schedule of Events – DRAFT (subject to change)

Thursday 1.00 – 2.00pm STAR Chorus Rehearsal 2.00 – 3.00pm Quartet Chorus Rehearsal 3.00 – 4.00pm Official Inspection 5.00 – 5.45pm Joint Quartet & Chorus Briefing 5.30 – 6.30pm Quartet Walkthroughs 6.30 – 7.00pm Chorus Walkthroughs Friday 8.00 – 9.00am STAR Chorus Rehearsal 10.30 – 11.00am Mass Sing 11.45am Opening Ceremony 12.30pm Quartet Competition & Awards Saturday 11.30am Chorus Competition & Awards 6.00pm Parade of Champions NOTE: This time is approximate. The Parade of Champions will commence one hour after the Awards conclude. 8.00pm Afterglow Harmony HoeDown Sunday 8.00 – 9.30am Leaders’ Breakfast 10.00 – 12.00pm Master Classes 12.30 – 1.00pm Closing Ceremony (to conclude no later than 1.00pm)

First Timer Information

IS THIS YOUR FIRST TIME AT CONVENTION?

First Time Convention attendees - you are important to us. A message just for you from our Member Services Team

Make sure you tick the “first timers” box when you register for Convention as we want to recognise you all.

All first timers will be able to collect a special ribbon from the Convention Information Desk to wear on their Convention name badge and’ will be recognised by acclamation during the Opening Ceremony.

Look out for the welcome letter you will receive closer to Convention that shares thoughts from previous first timers.

Your choruses will brief you on what to expect at Convention, but if you have any questions, please get in contact with us [email protected]

Harmony Bazaar

Harmony Bazaar will be held in the Exhibition Hall at Wrest Point. If your chorus – or someone you know – is interested in having a stall, email [email protected], or download a Harmony Bazaar application form, available at this link: www.sweetadelines.org.au/convention

Harmony Bazaar Trading Hours: Friday 18 May – 9.00am to 6.00pm Saturday 19 May – 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday 20 May – 9.00am to 2.00pm (bump-in – Thursday afternoon 17 May)

How to Order Convention Photos

PLEASE NOTE - PHOTOS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR COLLECTION DURING CONVENTION.

Quartet photos 5 x 7 inch photos = $15 each + $5 postage and handling per order

Photos to be ordered online after Convention. To view photos and place orders, for up to one month after Convention go to: amberscobie.shootproof.com

Chorus photos Two types of photos are taken: “formal” photos (end of chorus's competition performance) and “informal” photos (during the performance).

“Formal” and “Informal” photos, 8 x 12 inch = $20 each Photo Pack with 1 x “Formal” and 1 x “Informal” photo = $30 each

Photo orders must be lodged at the Chorus Briefing at 5.00pm on Thursday 17 May.

Pre-Ordered Chorus photos will be posted out 19 June 2018. The Chorus Photo Order Form can be downloaded from here www.sweetadelines.org.au/convention

Other photos STAR Chorus, awards ceremonies, Parade of Champion performers and other choruses' photos can be ordered from amberscobie.shootproof.com for up to one month after Convention.

These photos (8 x 12inch) will cost $20 each + $5 postage and handling will be added to each order.

NOTE: For choruses from whom a significant number of members order prints (minimum 80% of members), Amber Scobie Photography will provide digital files of the choruses' two main images at no extra charge, to be used for promotional purposes.

Judging Panel

Showmanship: Beck Hine (Panel Chair) Sound: Valerie Taylor Music: Mary Ashford Expression: Annette Wallace

Mass Sing Information

The Mass Sing will be held at 10.30-11.00am in the Tasman Room.

Mass Sing Songs • Shelter • It's My Song • San Francisco Bay Blues • I Am Australian • I'm Australia • Waltzing Matilda

Download learning tracks for these songs from the regional website (Members Login - Members Only Areas). If you need to register, or have forgotten your password, there is a link on the ‘Login’ page of the website.

MC for Hobart Convention–Expression of Interest

Region 34 has developed a tradition of having a varied pool of people as MCs at Convention as this has proven to be a great way to feature some fresh faces and acquire new skills! So once again we’re inviting members with a pleasant speaking voice and a bit of pizzazz to apply to compere various sessions and events over the 2018 Convention weekend.

We are fortunate again to have Helen Bolton as our MC coordinator. We always love to see new faces on the MC team for Conventions and we encourage members who haven't done it before to give it a go!

To be eligible for MC’ing, please note the following criteria:

1. You must be available for either the Quartet Competition or Chorus Competition (which means you may be competing in one, but not in both).

2. You must be able to attend the 90 minute MC Briefing/Training session on Thursday 17 May (time to be confirmed), even if you have been an MC previously. You should schedule your flights so that you arrive in Hobart by Thursday 17th May, early morning (NB 2017’s briefing was at 11.00am)

3. You must be available for the Quartet/Chorus Briefing sessions from 5.00pm on Thursday 18 May.

If you are interested, please complete the Expression of Interest form available at this link. https://goo.gl/forms/9Oi6b2BNm72qbre13

If you have any questions about being an MC, email Helen Bolton [email protected]

Mic Testing Chorus –Attention All Members arriving on Thursday 17th May 2018

We are inviting all members to sing in the Mic Testing Chorus on the competition stage during the Official Inspection on Thursday 17 May.

You will need to be available from 2.00pm to approximately 4.00pm on Thursday 17 May at Wrest Point, Tasman Room

You will need to come ready to sing How We Sang Today and San Francisco Bay Blues. Download learning tracks for these songs from the regional website (Members Login - Members Only Areas). If you need to register, or have forgotten your password, there is a link on the ‘Login’ page of the website.

Let us know if you would like to be part of the Mic Testing Chorus when you register for Convention.

Parade of Champions

The Parade of Champions will start one hour after the conclusion of the Chorus Competition. We encourage performers to remain at the venue and in their contest gear for the Parade of Champions.

Parade of Champions Briefing If your chorus or quartet is eligible to perform in the Parade of Champions, a representative from each quartet and the chorus director must attend the briefing, which will be held at the conclusion of the chorus competition in the Arena.

The draft line-up for the Parade of Champions is as follows:

5th Place Chorus – 1 song 5th Place Quartet – 1 song 4thPlace Chorus – 1 song 4th Place Quartet – 1 song AA Winning Chorus* – 1 Song 3rd Place Chorus – 1 song 3rd Place Quartet – 1 song A Winning Chorus* – 1 song 2nd Place Chorus – 1 song 2nd Place Quartet – 1 song 1st Place Quartet– 2 songs 1st Place Chorus – 2 songs 13

* If the A and AA Chorus Winners place in the top five, they will sing in the slot determined by their top five placements. # Minimum B score must be achieved to be eligible to perform in the Parade of Champions.

Groups will be called from the audience when they are to muster backstage in preparation for their performance.

Quartet Chorus Information

Lindsey Dyer will be directing the Quartet Chorus this year. Quartets will be sent information about the songs being performed once they have registered to compete at Convention.

The Quartet Chorus rehearsal will be held on Thursday 18 May 2018 at 2.00pm – venue TBC.

The Quartet Chorus will be performing at the end of the Quartet Competition, before the official announcement of results. You will be advised details about where and when you will need to assemble closer to Convention.

Rehearsal space

All competing choruses will be allocated one x one-hour rehearsal at Wrest Point – subsequent rehearsals will be at $100.00 per hour per chorus.

Those choruses staying offsite will be provided with a list of outside venues – CRC Jan Lovegrove will advise Convention Liaisons of these details in the near future.

Final scheduling at Wrest Point will be advised after the draw of ‘order of appearance’.

STAR Chorus

The director for this convention’s STAR chorus will be Lea Baker. The STAR Chorus will be performing in the Opening Ceremony on Friday 19 May 2018 and is open to CALs and any Sweet Adeline attending Convention who is NOT performing with a competing chorus.

If you wish to be part of this chorus, sign up when you register for Convention. After registering for the STAR Chorus, you will be sent an email about your participation, along with details how to access the song and learning tracks.

There will be two rehearsals scheduled at Wrest Point; 1.00-2.00pm on Thursday 17 May 2018 and 8.00-9.00am on Friday 18 May 2018 – rooms to be confirmed.

If you have any questions about the STAR Chorus, contact: [email protected]

Transportation on Contest Day

- Quartets will be required to make their own way to Wrest Point. Those staying offsite may like to consider Uber – see details below - Choruses staying offsite – CRC Jan Lovegrove will be providing information regarding this soon to Convention Liaisons.

Volunteering at Convention

VOLUNTEERS – WE NEED YOU!

Some of the roles you can help out with:

• Traffic Pattern Ushers • Convention Information Desk and RMT Merchandise Stall • Door Monitors • Transport Officers

Let us know you can volunteer when you register for Convention or email Hobart Harmony – [email protected]

After you have registered your interest, we will be in touch and ask you to fill out a questionnaire so we can assign you a task/s that best suit you.

AWARDS

Marketing Awards

Another opportunity for your Chorus and Quartet celebrate Harmony in Hobart! What are you saying about your chorus out in the big wide world? If your marketing is putting your name out there, then we want to know about it! It could be a concert poster, membership drive strategy, member recognition program, new logo, PR or advertising campaign … or some other special ‘thing’! Don’t be limited.

The Marketing Award 2018 The Marketing Award 2018 will be bigger than ever with an expert judging panel who will provide positive, empowering written feedback for every submission.

Award categories: 1. Posters and artwork including logos 2. Community outreach, fundraising and membership 3. Show promotion and publicity campaigns 4. Comprehensive, multi-level marketing campaigns

Entry is very simple Send your poster / brochure / website link etc to [email protected] and include (on a separate page), some details about it, including: 1. What was the event / program? 2. What item/s were produced? 3. What was the idea behind the creative and the strategy and budget? 4. What did it achieve? (i.e. audience numbers, visitors to rehearsal, new members etc); 5. Would it work for other choruses? 6. Your name, your chorus or quartet name and your contact details.

You’ll get extra points for using the SAA and SAI logos, and a gold star if you used the hashtags #IamSweetAdelines and #SweetAdsAust.

ENTRIES CLOSE Friday March 30 2018 at midnight. Email your entry to [email protected] and you will receive an email to acknowledge that it has been received. If you don’t receive an email, it is important that you follow up with us.

Bring your entry to display in Hobart. This is important! You will need to deliver an A3 or A2 print out of your entry to the RMT desk in Hobart on the Wednesday before contest begins so that we can display it Wrest Point. Any captions or information should be in a large font and able to be read easily from display board.

Don’t miss out. TCs and Management Teams, give your Advertising and Marketing peeps the recognition they deserve, and share your pride in your chorus. Let’s see every chorus (and quartets too!) in Region 34 share and compare their marketing efforts in the Marketing Award gallery display.

Sweet Adeline of the Year Award

Each chorus of our region, including Chapter-At-Large, is invited to submit one Sweet Adeline of the Year nominee from their chorus who they deem to be characteristic of this exceptional Sweet Adeline. At Convention, all nominees will be recognised as award winners.

The ideal candidate for this award: • Serves her chorus and region to the best of her ability without thought of personal gain, but solely for the love of the organisation • May hold an elected position or other high profile • Displays many or all of the following traits at chorus level: • Proudly exemplifies the best of Sweet Adelines! • Has excellent attendance records at rehearsals, performances, fund raising and other chorus activities • Willingly takes on responsibilities and generously donates her skills when required • Can be depended upon to carry through tasks/projects to completion 16

• Shows keen interest in chorus affairs, respecting and supporting decisions made by chorus Management Team/Board or Music Staff • Believes in the importance of her personal marketing responsibility to present her chorus, the region and Sweet Adelines International in the best positive way to the general public.

All chorus nominees will be presented with a certificate and badge at Convention. Although it is intended to be a very special occasion for all recipients of these Awards, attendance at the Convention is not a pre-requisite to receiving the honour.

Sweet Adeline of the Year submissions must be received by Kate Hawkins, Member Services Team Coordinator, [email protected] no later than Sunday 2nd April. Submissions should be on a single A4 page and include a photograph of the recipient.

Regional Awards

In addition to the Sweet Adelines International Awards, Region 34 also presents some of its own. The awards that will be presented during the Closing Ceremony are:

Linda Wareham Novice Quartet Award

The Award is presented to a quartet participating in Regional Competition who meets the following criteria: • Awarded the highest score of all eligible quartets in the contest, with a minimum of 400 points having been achieved. • Must have at least three (3) members of the quartet who have not previously competed in a quartet at any Regional Competition.

Marian Clarke Novice Director Award

This is awarded to the Director who has not previously directed any chorus in any Barbershop competition, and whose chorus achieves the best score of all novice directors in competition, scoring over 400 points.

This award, in the form of a perpetual trophy, is presented to the director who meets the following criteria:

• The Director has not previously directed any chorus in competition. A 'Novice Director' is defined as one who has never directed a chorus in any Sweet Adelines, AAMBS or SPEBSQSA (incl. SPEBSQSA affiliates) contest. • The Director's chorus must score a minimum of 400 points. • In the case where competition contains two or more Novice Directors, the winner of the Award is the Director whose chorus achieves the highest overall score.

Wendy Middleton Most Improved Quartet Award

This award, in the form of a perpetual trophy plus individual pins, is awarded to the quartet whose score demonstrates the largest increase in points since the previous year's competition.

To be eligible, the quartet must have: • competed in the previous regional competition; • scored at least 400 points or above; and • have three of the same members competing in this year's competition (i.e. only one replacement member).

Marian Reinsch Award This award recognises excellence in Director Certification Program (DCP) achievement and is awarded every second year in even years.

The DCP Coordinator nominates the 3 top performers by marks and empathetic responses for a decision by a selection committee comprising a senior director plus the Directors’ Coordinator (DC) and Education Coordinator (EdC). The decision is made by 1 March of the relevant year, and announced at Convention the same year.

Chorus Certificates of Excellence These Certificates are awarded to choruses who reach the 400, 500, 600 and 700 score milestones for the first time.

REGISTRATION

What does Registration include? • Entry to Quartet and Chorus Competitions • Parade of Champions • Entry to Afterglow • Convention Program • Master Class

Registrations open Saturday 27January 2018 Early Bird Registrations close Friday 9 March 2018 Registrations close Friday 6 April 2018

Early Bird Registration Registration Registration Fees (before Friday 9 March) (Registrations Close all prices incl GST $35 discount Friday 6 April)

SAI Member and Prospective Chorus Member. SAI Youth Member (25 & under) 50% WA $70 $105 Nth Qld + Wagga Wagga $163 $198 SA $185 $220 QLD $202 $237 ACT $213 $248 NSW $224 $259 VIC + TAS $240 $275 BHA Member $265 $300 Non- SAI Member $285 $320 Youth Non-Member (25 & under) $145 $165

Optional Items Parade of Champions DVD $20 each Convention Transfer $10 each

Souvenir Convention Pin $15 each

IMPORTANT INFORMATION • Convention Transfers will NOT be available for purchase after Registration closes on 6 April 2018. • There will be a very limited number of Souvenir Convention Pins available at Convention. 19

• The Convention DVD will be available to purchase on the Sweet Adelines Australia website – a limited number will be available after Convention

Registration FAQs

• Who can register for Convention?

Members and non-members can individually register and pay. They can also register at the same time for other people such as other chorus members, Sweet Adeline International Members or non-members.

• Can I modify or add to my registration after I have registered?

Yes – You will be given a unique confirmation number that you can use to update or modify or add to your registration.

• Do I have to complete the registration all in one go?

No – you can start the registration process and then leave it for another day. All the information will be saved.

• How is payment made?

Only credit or debit card, Visa or MasterCard payments are accepted.

• How does the Chorus Convention Contact know who has registered for convention?

There will be a report sent every two weeks to all Chorus Contacts giving the names of the chorus members who have registered for Convention. Extra reports can be requested from the Registration Secretariat at any time.

• How are people able to register if they are not sent an invitation?

They will be able to find the link to register on the Region 34 website.

• How will people be able to get tickets to the competition sessions on Friday and Saturday?

Tickets will be available on the day at the venue; information on pricing will be available in the second edition of the Convention Booklet released in April 2018.

Parade of Champions DVD

Pre-purchase your Parade of Champions DVD for $20 when you register for Convention.

After Convention, a limited PARADE OF number of DVDs will be available CHAMPIONS for sale until Friday 22 June 2018 via the Regional website for $30.00.

Souvenir Convention Pin

This year’s Convention pin is sure to be a lovely addition to, or perhaps a good way to start your collection.

Pre-order your Convention Pin when you register. These will be available for collection by your Chorus Convention Liaison during Convention weekend. There will only be a very limited supply for sale at Convention.

Harmony HoeDown (included in Registration)

More details about our afterglow in the next bulletin!

COMPETITION

Checklist for Competition

1. Contestants should be familiar with the Competition Handbook published by Sweet Adelines International available at this link: http://www.sweetadelineintl.org/imgul/files/competitionhandbook.pdf

2. The paperwork for new and renewing quartets must be submitted and processed before they may register with International for Competition. New quartet registrations or renewals received after Monday 15 January will be charged additional registration fees.

3. Chorus Treasurers must be prompt in submitting per capita fees to International Headquarters for new members wishing to compete. Please remember that Regional fees must also be paid for new members to be able to compete.

4. At the beginning of February, all registered quartets and choruses will receive a Competition Package by email. The package includes the entry form for Regional Competition.

Contest information can be found at the following links: Chorus: https://sweetadelines.com/competitionconvention/regionalcompetition/regionalch oruscompetitionpage/ Quartet:https://sweetadelines.com/competitionconvention/regionalcompetition/re gionalquartetcompetitorpage/

5. International Headquarters must receive Quartet Competition entry forms by 19th March 2018.

6. International Headquarters must receive Chorus Competition entry forms by 20th March 2018.

Quartets and Choruses must have appropriate copyright licenses in place for music they are performing over the Convention weekend.

There is a wealth of useful information about copyright on our Regional Website – see https://www.sweetadelines.org.au/members/education/copyright/or contact Competition Coordinator, Chris Jones ([email protected]) if you have questions.

Here is the link to the Copyright form which you will need to complete for competition. Chorus Copyright Information Form Quartet Copyright Information Form 22

Quartet Registration Process

Step 1 - General Quartet Registration

Ensure your quartet is registered with SAI, with your quartet’s name approved by SAI by 15 January. See: Quartet Registration Form Link - Sweet Adelines International or www.sweetadelineintl.org/pdf/QuartetRegistrationForm.pdf

Step 2 - Register with Sweet Adelines International (SAI) to compete in this year’s Competition. Quartet: https://sweetadelines.com/competitionconvention/regionalcompetition/regionalquartetco mpetitorpage/

Step 3 - Register to attend Region 34 Convention– opens 27 January 2018

Forms Required for Competition

• The following forms need to be completed ONLINE

Chorus Information Form Chorus Copyright Information Form

Chorus forms are for directors and TC/Presidents’ use only

Quartet Information Form Quartet Copyright Information Form

• The following forms need to be downloaded, completed and handed in at the briefing on Thursday 17 May 2018 at Wrest Point

Chorus Photos - Final Pose Description Form - www.sweetadelines.org.au/convention Chorus Photos – Order Form - www.sweetadelines.org.au/convention Competing Member List. All competing members are required to sign - www.sweetadelines.com/ImgUL/files/2017listofcompetingmembers.pdf 23

HOBART INFORMATION

Useful facts about Hobart's attractions and services

Airport Hobart International Airport is located in Cambridge, just 17 kilometres from the Hobart CBD. For information about arrivals, departures, car parking and hire cars, coaches, mini buses and taxis, please visit the website http://hobartairport.com.au/or call 03 6216 1600.

Sights to see in Hobart and surrounds Below is just a snapshot of some of the diverse attractions located in and around Hobart, with links to follow them through to bookings if you would like to. • Mount Wellington • Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens • Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) • Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) • Salamanca Markets • Port Arthur • Cascade Brewery • Red Decker Company - Hobart city loop bus. • Freycinet National Park • Pennicott Wilderness Journeys • Walking Tours and Maps • Penitentiary Chapel Historic Site • Southern Wine Trail

Read lots more about top tours and attractions in southern Tasmania at: Discover Tasmania and https://www.lonelyplanet.com/australia/tasmania

Transport choices in Hobart

Hobart City – Bus Services The Metro Tasmania bus service operates within the CBD and urban areas. Wrest Point is in Sandy Bay, and buses regularly depart from central Hobart down Sandy Bay Road to Wrest Point, and return to City as frequently. For information on routes, ticketing information and timetables please visit the Metro website or phone132201. Click here to find the map of relevant Sandy Bay routes.

Metro Tasmania Buses are generally available for charter at following times: Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 2.30pm, and 6.30pm and 9.00pm Saturdays between 7.00am and 9.00pm Sundays and public holidays between 8.30am and 6.00pm For more information contact their Customer Service Team between 7am-7pm on weekdays on13 22 01 for general enquiries or email [email protected]

Private Bus companies:

Experience Tasmania Gray Line - Modern Luxury Fleet from 4-50 seats; Conference Transport and Airport Transfers 129 Liverpool Street Hobart Ph: 62343336 Email: [email protected] Web: www.experiencetas.com.au

Reynolds– Buses Cars, Stretch Limos & Chauffeured Cars for Charter, tours, Airport Transfers, Sporting Groups – located in Cambridge. Ph: 03 62651923 or Mob: 0400 095336. http://www.reynolds-tas.com.au/

Seabourne Coaches– Charter 21-57 seat coaches Ph: 03 6265 2831or Mob: 0407 910931. http://seabournecoaches.com/ Email: [email protected]

Tasmania’s Own Redline – Airport Shuttle to and from City Hotels for every arrival and departure. Charters - 10-60 seats – 2 to 5 star coaches 230 Liverpool Street Hobart Ph: 1800 260600 8am-6pm daily or Email: [email protected]. Book online at www.tasredline.com.au.

TassieLink– Tasmania's premier coach operator offering complete charter/ conference transport options. Address: 64 Brisbane Street Hobart TAS 7000 Ph: 03 62308900 Email: [email protected] Website: www.tassielink.com.au

Tigerline– Bus and Charter coaches – 212 Main Road Moonah 7009 Ph: 1300 653633or03 62727555.

Hire Vehicles

Some hire car companies that operate in the Hobart region include: Avis Bargain Car Rentals Britz Maui Thrifty Cruisin Tasmania Europcar Hertz Redspot Rent For Less Tasmanian Camper Van Rentals

Taxis

Taxis are available within most metropolitan areas. There are two main taxi ranks in Hobart City, one is located along Collins Street (at the end of the Elizabeth Street Mall) and the other is down in the Salamanca precinct. It is best to call ahead if you require a taxi with wheelchair access or a larger capacity. There is also a steady supply of taxis at the Wrest Point Casino. • United Taxis – Albert Road Moonah - 133 222 • Taxi Combined Services – Moonah - 132 227 email: [email protected] • Yellow Cab Maxi Taxi - 136 294 – order online: www.yellowcab.com.au • or 131924 for regular size taxi with Yellow Cab co • Airport Taxi Service Group– 0418 179202 • Chauffeured Cars & Coaches– 1300 308000 • Executive Taxi Service– 0411 488 734 • Prestige Taxi Service– 0406 106 067 • Personal taxi service-62242242 • Australia Wide Taxi – 131008 • UBER – via the UBER app

Hospitals

Royal Hobart Hospital 48 Liverpool Street, Hobart TAS 7000 Phone: (03) 6222 8308 Website: http://www.dhhs.tas.gov.au/service_information/services_files/RHH

Hobart Private Hospital Corner Argyle & Collins Streets, Hobart TAS 7000 Phone: 03 6214 3000 Fax: 03 6214 3505 Website: http://www.hobartprivatehospital.com.au/

Calvary Health Care Tasmania 49 Augusta Road, Lenah Valley, TAS 7008 Phone: 03 6278 5333 Website: http://www.calvarylenahvalley.org.au/

Wrest Point has qualified staff to deal with onsite medical emergencies / problems - contact Reception Desk

Shopping

Shopping in central Hobart - 3.1km north of Wrest Point / 6 mins by car / 12 minutes by bus (Buses: 51, 52, 53, 54, 61, 62, 63, 67, 68 and 477 every 20 minutes) Hobart shopping, while more restrained than other Australian capital cities such as 26

Melbourne or Sydney still offers a great selection of stores. Most are now open 9am-5pm, 7 days a week in the City Business District (CBD) with supermarkets and convenience stores often open longer hours. There are numerous shopping areas around the CBD which include boutique stores, larger department stores such as Myer, supermarkets, locally made products as well as Tasmanian souvenirs.

Elizabeth Street Mall is a vibrant centrepiece of the city. It caters to all your needs with fashion outlets, jewellers, cafes, department stores, as well as your necessary daily services such as a pharmacy and banks.

Cat & Fiddle - Recently revamped, this arcade now hosts an exciting new selection of stores never before seen in Tasmania. Stores include those of Wittner, Lululemon Activewear, Novo Shoes, T2, L'Occitane as well as many others. These stores added to an already impressive assortment of fashion outlets, department stores, technology and gaming, specialty stores as well as a centralized food court.

Centrepoint caters more to the female shopper as a great place to spend indulging with beautiful fashion boutiques, shoe stores, a hair salon, florist, book stores, cosmetics and perfume as well as jewellery and housewares.

Wellington Centre is a recent addition to the Hobart CBD, with the main draw card being a new Woolworths store which caters primarily to city residents and workers. This centre also has a selection of food outlets and specialty stores.

Salamanca - 2.4km north of Wrest Point / 30 min walk / 4 min drive / 11 mins bus (Buses: 51, 52, 53, 55, 56, 61, 62, 63, 67, 68 & 477 every 20 minutes) The place to go for all your locally made products such as art, crafts, clothing, gifts and produce. At night, Salamanca transforms into a bustling hive of activity with some great restaurants, or for those who want to continue into the night a selection of clubs and pubs.

Hill Street Grocer- West Hobart, South Hobart and New Town – fresh fruit, vegetables, deli, meat, wine and cheese

Info and facts about Hobart for Wining and Dining and more…

Restaurants Hobart, renowned for its fresh produce and boutique wines, offers a culinary experience to suit all tastes. Restaurants showcase a wide range of local and international cuisines made from the finest quality ingredients. While you can find some beautiful restaurants in the CBD, Salamanca and North Hobart are better known as the dining Mecca's with beautiful galleries, boutiques and bars dotted amongst the restaurants. A Food Lovers' Guide to Tasmania is a great guide to Restaurants and cafes in Hobart and further afield. Recommendations include: • Tricycle Cafe Bar- is small and unpretentious, serving reliable cafe fare and great coffee • Sweet Envy- Hobart's most decadently-delicious cake shop and coffee house • Daci and Daci Bakery - Amazing bakery near the waterfront 27

• Three Japanese– authentic Japanese food • Annapurna– Indian food, with Turkish, Persian, Afghan cuisines blending with local and regional specialities • Ball & Chain Grill– speciality is steaks • Fish 349– serves local seafood, great fish and chips and gelati • Mezethes Greek Taverna– a series of small tasty dishes that combine to make a meal • Fish Frenzy – Fresh Seafood at the Wharf • Saffron Indian Restaurant – Delicious Indian food near Hotel Grand Chancellor • Golden Harbour Chinese Restaurant – located next door to Saffron Indian Restaurant • Straight Up Food and Coffee – Vegetarian and Vegan CBD • Pigeon Hole Cafe – Owned by Weston Farm, local produce, best locally roasted coffee – outer CBD • Villino Coffee Shop – Great coffee in the CBD

Sandy Bay Restaurants/Dining includes reviews of: • Me Wah – Chinese – Magnet Court Sandy Bay • Don Camillo Italian – Magnet Court Sandy Bay • Solo Pasta and Pizza– 50b King Street Sandy Bay • The Metz – Modern Australian – Sandy Bay Road • All Thai – Mayfair Plaza and North Hobart • Wrest Point - restaurants

Banking in Sandy Bay area: • Wrest Point has ATM/Banking • Westpac Sandy Bay Branch - 18 Magnet Court, Sandy Bay, Phone - (03) 6237- 1000 • NAB is located in 213 Sandy Bay Rd, Sandy Bay - 132265 • Commonwealth Bank of Australia Branch 185 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay - 132211 • ANZ ATM - 198 Sandy Bay Rd, Sandy Bay - Tel. 131314 for ANZ General enquiries

Walking distances: • Wrest Point to Magnet Court, Sandy Bay - 15 min (1.2 k) north, via Sandy Bay Road - (Buses: 51, 52, 53, 55, 56, 61, 62, 63, 67, 68, 154, 456, 470 & 477 every 20 minutes) • Magnet Court to Central Hobart - 24 min (1.9 km) via Sandy Bay Road • Wrest Point to Lower Sandy Bay shopping centre- 23 min. (1.9 km) along Sandy Bay Road • Wrest Point to Nutgrove Beach - 21 min (1.7 km) via Sandy Bay Road

Sandy Bay Shopping Centre and Magnet Court • Local shops, pharmacies, restaurants in Sandy Bay area • Lipscombe Larder 527 Sandy Bay Road – Deli, patisserie open 7:30 am-7:30 pm - 1.1km south of Wrest Point / 14 mins walk / 2 mins drive / (Amazing small supermarket) • Restaurants, Coffee shops, bakery • Natures Works, discount chemists • Newsagency, Post Office, banks (CBA, ANZ, WBC). • Gift shops and jewellers Clothes & Shoes: • Yeltour, Country Road, Lorna Jane, Black Pepper, Witchery 28

• Flirt Dress Shop, 48c King Street, Sandy Bay • Coco Shoes, 154 Sandy Bay Road. • Tootsies Shoes, 194 Sandy Bay Road Supermarkets: • Woolworths – 57 King Street, Sandy Bay – extended shopping hours • Coles Supermarket – 246 Sandy Bay Road – extended shopping hours

Hairdressers: • Harum Scarum, 48D King Street, Sandy Bay Ph: 6224 2995 • Head Rush Hairdressing, 20 Magnet Court, Sandy Bay Ph: 6223 6664 • Hair 156, 156 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay Ph: 6223 8008 Also has: • Fitness Centre • Sandy Bay Massage and Beauty: http://www.sandybaymassagecentre.com.au/ • Dry Cleaners/Laundrette • Sandy Bay Dental Centre, 241 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay Ph: 6224 0322

CONVENTION HANDBOOK SECOND EDITION

Due for release 2nd week of April 2018

Includes:

• Final Convention Schedule • Final Order of Appearance • Harmony Bazaar Stall Holders • How to support competitors at Convention • Local Tourist Information • MIC testing quartet • How to purchase Session Tickets • Webcast Information • Where to find Competition Results • 2019 Convention Draft Schedule of Events