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THE ULTIMATE WAREHOUSE SALE BY DESIGNER RUGS
We invite you to save up to 70% off a wide range of floor stock. Samples, seconds and last season’s rugs.
5 DAYS ONLY! 22-26 JULY, 2010
Exceptional savings on contemporary, traditional and textured hand made rugs.
All shapes and sizes.
For showroom locations and trading hours visit www.designerrugs.com.au or phone 1300 802 561.
HOME BUYER & PROPERTY INVESTOR SHOW
Instead of waiting for new clients to knock on your door, here's the opportunity of the year to go out and meet them.
Opportunity knocks for your business at the 2010 Home Buyer & Property Investor Show.
It's the leading event for your industry and the ideal marketing platform for your business to reach thousands of active home buyers and property investors – hungry for information and ready to buy.
Last year over 300 exhibitors sold their products and services to almost 25,000 qualified visitors – so don't miss out - book your space now at the 2010 events and get face-to-face with your core market.
Click above for FULL DETAILS or to BOOK NOW simply click on the right button above, select your preferred stand, then complete and fax back the Exhibitor Application Form(s).
To speak to one of our sales team or arrange a meeting just call (03) 9696 9961 or email info@eventmi.com.au
Dates:
Melbourne Exhibition Centre: Friday July 23rd - Sunday July 25th
Sydney Exhibition Centre: Friday October 29th - Sunday October 31st
Enjoy an adventure of the senses at
The Rocks Aroma Festival
Explore Europe, Asia, South America and the Middle East at The Rocks 25 July
Australia’s renowned Aroma Festival promises a global adventure filled with flavour and indulgence for lovers of coffee, chocolate, tea and spice this winter!
The Rocks Aroma Festival, proudly presented by Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority, has become a favourite Sydney festival with more than 115, 000 people attending each year.
On 25 July from 10am–5pm, Australia’s biggest coffee event takes over the historic streets of The Rocks with more than 100 stalls, four stages of live entertainment as well as a Domestic Coffee Machine Expo.
Spoil yourself with a wondrous sensory experience where you can sip hot coffee for just $2 a cup, warm up with unique teas and aromatic chai, taste exotic spices and indulge in delicious sweet treats.
Delight in the tastes, sights and sounds of South America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East in just one day! Enjoy free live music and cultural dance performances at each unique destination, to further enhance your Aroma experience.
Escape to The Oasis at Hickson Road Reserve and be magically whisked away to exotic lands with Turkish coffee, belly dancing, sweet treats, palm trees and even camel rides!
Samba your way to First Fleet Park and soak in the colour and vibrancy of the South American Latin Quarter and taste unique teas, coffees and desserts.
Bask in the gentle serenity of the The Orient at Campbells Cove where you can try exotic herbal teas, unique flavours of chai and aromatic spices to tingle the tastebuds.
The Continent will feature European style and pizzazz with the best blends from Italy, France, Spain as well as delicious sweets from Portugal and Holland. Follow The Continent along George Street to the Overseas Passenger Terminal forecourt and you’ll feel like you’re in Little Italy with espressos and accordions in the piazza.
So mark Aroma in your diaries and come and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Sydney’s favourite winter festival.
AUSTRALIA'S NO.1 BUILDING AND HOME IMPROVEMENT EXPO RETURNS
Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Southbank
July 9–11 2010
Australia's No.1 Renovating & Building Expo, the Master Builders Building & Home Improvement Expo returns to the Melbourne Exhibition Centre 9-11 July. Now in its 4th year, the Master Builders Building & Home Improvement Expo, the ultimate destination for homeowners, renovators and tradespeople, is a one stop shop for ideas, information, products, advice and contacts, providing everything needed to get started on a new build or home improvement project.
The Master Builders Building & Home Improvement Expo will present over 250+ professional companies, each offering up-to-the minute products and information across all areas of renovating and building. Showcasing the latest products and solutions for the residential building market, the Expo will feature the best in sustainable building, energy efficiency, solar products, kitchens, bathrooms, building materials, flooring, landscaping and gardens, outdoor living, heating/cooling products, fencing and gates, doors and windows, internal/external lighting, pools & spas, roofing, security and much more.
The Master Builders Building & Home Improvement Expo will present a series of free seminars on the latest technologies and products in renovating and building for the 21st century. In addition, see the latest offerings by and speak directly to winning builders of the Master Builders' Winning Homes Awards as well as the winners of the 2010 Building Designers of Victoria Awards.
The Master Builders Building & Home Improvement Expo is unique – it’s only about renovating & building and it’s the only event to be sponsored by the Master Builders
Presented by Australian Exhibitions & Conferences Pty Ltd
Where: Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Clarendon St, Southbank When: Friday 9 July 10 – Sunday 11 July 10
Opening Times
Friday: 9 July 2010 10am - 9pm Saturday: 10 July 2010 10am - 9pm Sunday: 11 July 2010 10am - 5pm
Tickets available at the door. Prices - Adults - $17.00; Children Free under 14 years For further details and media information please contact:
Michelle Shepherd HotHouse Media and Events P- 03 9682 0222 E- michelle@hhme.com.au
Liz Fry HotHouse Media and Events P- 03 9682 0222 E- liz@hhme.com.au
BLUESTONE BARISTA
A hands-on coffee making experience with three coffee making courses designed for the home enthusiast to the professional barista.
Bluestone Barista has gained its name from the location where coffee classes are held - "Bluestone Cafe".
Get the most up-to-date coffee making techniques from Bluestone's Head Barista. With 10 years experience as a professional barista - your teacher is well qualified!
This boutique experience will leave you mastering the art of coffee-making and reaching espresso excellence. Wow your friends with the unique latte art designs taught by one of Sydney’s top baristas.
Coffee Course – Basic $90 Learn all the essential skills to operate your own coffee machine at home and on commercial equipment. Introduction to coffee preparation and cleaning/maintenance.
Barista Course – Intermediate $99 Learn a little bit more than just shooting espresso and pouring creamy flat whites. This class focuses on free pouring latte art and as well as the skill of etching.
Latte Art – Professional $110 Master all skills from the other two classes and perfect your presentation and speed in this high intensity course designed to turn you into a professional barista.
Book now for your introductory $65 special!
WHAT: Coffee Courses WHEN: Mon-Fri 5:30pm-8:30pm Saturday 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. WHERE: Bluestone Café, 28-34 O'Connell Street Sydney CBD
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A hands-on coffee making experience with three coffee making courses designed for the home enthusiast to the professional barista.
