Volunteers Day 2015Monday 8 June

Official Program

Kaurna welcome Welcome to Country

Introduction Kate Collins, Master of CeremoniesChannel Nine news presenter Kate Collins has a passion for helping others and is an ambassador for Cyctic Fibrosis SA, Childhood Cancer Association, Royal Society for the Blind and Barkuma Inc.

Volunteers Day Address

The Honourable Zoe Bettison MP Minister for Volunteers

Performance Paris Combo Adelaide Cabaret FestivalFeaturing the mischievous vocals of chanteuse Belle du Berry, the combo are celebrated for their fun loving fusion of jazz, cabaret, gypsy, French pop, Latino and Middle Eastern rhythms.

Performance David Gauci: It was worth the weight Adelaide Cabaret FestivalDavid Gauci is perhaps Adelaide’s most unsung singer and unrecognised talent – ironic, because he stands out in a crowd. It’s time to discover the local with Josh Groban’s voice and Bruce Willis’ hair.

Volunteer interview John ‘Swanee’ Swan, Australian rock legend and volunteerThrough volunteering, Swanee has turned his talents to help the sick, homeless, veterans and youth. He co-founded of the Autism Music Fund, performs in hospitals, is an ambassador for Ovarian Cancer SA and volunteers with the Salvation Army and Swags for the Homeless.

Performance Dedications by John O’Hara Adelaide Cabaret FestivalInspired by Richard Mercer’s long-running late-night radio program Love Song Dedications, John O’Hara (Cats, Wicked, Rock of Ages) inhabits multiple characters who call in to share their stories with the Love God.

Presentation of the State Volunteer Awards

His Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le AO, Governor of South Australia with the Honourable Zoe Bettison MP, Minister for Volunteers

Awards presented:

• Premier’s Award for Corporate Social Responsibility

• Joy Noble Medal

• ‘The Andamooka’ Community Project Award

Performance Exposing Edith by Michaela Berger and Greg Wain, Adelaide Cabaret FestivalWith a special show to celebrate Edith Piaf’s centenary year, Adelaide’s own ‘little sparrow’ offers a unique and intimate take on the French star – her life, loves, soul and songs.

Close Kate Collins, Master of Ceremonies

For information about volunteering in South Australia visit www.ofv.sa.gov.au

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