WOLLONGONG CITY COUNCIL EVENT …...* Logo in section relevant to your sponsorship. On the second Saturday in November, Wollongong is all about Viva la Gong. MacCabe Park, in the city

WOLLONGONG CITY COUNCILEVENT SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

2019-22

Wollongong has a vibrant calendar of events showcasing the region’s great success and award winning stories including Australia Day, Viva la Gong, New Year’s Eve celebrations and more recently, Comic Gong.

I am pleased to be able to provide you with the opportunity to be part of these family-friendly, alcohol-free and vibrant city wide events by becoming a sponsor.

The Sponsorship Prospectus within the following pages of this document outlines these signature community events along with a snapshot of other popular annual celebrations. All these activities combine to have a substantial impact within our diverse and cultural community.

I would encourage you to take this information on board, look at the number of people who have already committed to these events and how your contribution can bring positive feedback to you and your company/organisation.

You could be part of the success story too!

Gordon Bradbery AMLord MayorCity of Wollongong

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MESSAGE FROM THE LORD MAYOR

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On the second Saturday in November, Wollongong is all about Viva la Gong. MacCabe Park, in the city centre, is transformed from a greenspace to an arts and cultural hub. There are multiple stages offering high quality entertainment from both the local area and beyond, creative spaces are set up, kids’ play areas are constructed and street and physical theatre and art exhibitions keep the Viva crowds engaged. Plus, each year the international food and arts and crafts markets continue to draw in the crowds.

The festival is a fantastic opportunity for businesses and organisations to promote their products and services at an event that nurtures Wollongong’s cultural, creative and artistic heart.

Viva la Gong is Wollongong’s premier arts, culture and community festival. Each November this much-loved event takes over MacCabe Park in a colourful celebration of our region’s unique creative identity.

Event attracts 20,000 people

to become a sponsor or

for further information

The Viva Team

Wollongong City Council, 41 Burelli Street, Wollongong 2500

phone: (02) 4227 7111

email: [email protected] us

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Comic Gong is for everyone: the superheroes, the villains, the hardcore fans and those who are just looking for a fun day out. So come join us!

Sponsoring this event will give your organisation great exposure to a broad audience from all corners of the region and beyond.

Your support will ensure the ongoing sustainability of this great community event for both exhibiting artists and Comic Gong participants.

Comic Gong is a non-profit event.

In-kind sponsorship must be suitable for Cosplay prizes, major prize draw, raffles and other competitions.

Presented by Wollongong City Libraries, Comic Gong is a one-day festival that brings people from across NSW together to celebrate libraries, a shared love of pop culture and comics. As a library run event, Comic Gong is unique in the comic convention circuit as its focus is on bringing the community together and supporting artists.

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over 12,000 people



The Comic Gong Team

Wollongong City Council, 41 Burelli Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

phone: (02) 4227 7111


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The Comic Gong program

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A promotion on Wollongong Library digital screens

Naming rights to the cosplay competitions

Your signage displayed at multiple event venues (supplied by you)

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MC recognition at event

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6 street banners 3 weeks prior to event

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Wollongong City Council website & social media

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Event notification letterbox drop to 1,000+ households

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Business TVC 30 secs + on LED screen

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Verbal acknowledgement at event

Invitation to media launch

Opportunity to speak at event and media launch

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Music, roving performers, rides, activities for the kids and stalls provide a lively atmosphere in the lead up to the popular fireworks spectacular over Wollongong harbour upon nightfall.

Wollongong City Council prides itself on being able to provide free family friendly events for the entire community – but your support is needed!

We’ve secured a naming rights sponsor for the event (Acorn Lawyer’s), however there are a range of other sponsorship opportunities available: Corporate sponsors (we can have multiple)*, Fireworks sponsor, large LED Screen sponsors** and Children’s Activity Zone sponsor. The Children’s Activity Zone provides free hands-on craft, music, face painting and other activities for both the young and the young at heart. See overleaf for details.

*Corporate sponsors cannot have similar businesses.

**Pending sponsorship, this may not be included at the event.

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Our New Year’s Eve celebrations are growing bigger every year. Over 20,000 people flock to the foreshore to enjoy Wollongong’s celebrations.

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New Year’s Eve ACORN LAWYERS

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phone: (02) 4227 7111


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In 2017 Council won the NSW Disability

Inclusion Award for providing new and

accessible means for the community to view

the New Year’s Eve celebration.

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Activities start early in the morning with the Illawarra Aquathon and continue throughout the day with multiple entertainment stages, stalls, amusement rides, hands-on children’s activities, street theatre, beach and water fun.

This event has a strong family focus, and roads around the harbour foreshore are closed to provide a safe environment for the community to enjoy the range of activities on offer.

We make it easy for people to access the event, with our free Park & Ride service running from JJ Kelly Park and extended Gong Shuttle service.

Throughout the day, we have a team of volunteers working on a range of tasks and interacting with the public to ensure the day runs smoothly and efficiently.

Our Australia Day celebrations also include the largest Citizenship Ceremony of the year, which features the address by Wollongong’s Australia Day Ambassador. The Australia Day Dinner is held prior to Australia Day and our Award winners for Citizen, Senior Citizen, Young Citizen, Community, Cultural, Sports and Special Achievement Awards are announced.

The proposed inclusion of a large day/night LED screen to the harbour precinct will also provide an additional benefit to sponsors and highlight the variety of activities across the day in an interactive visual format.

Australia Day culminates in a spectacular fireworks display over Wollongong harbour at 9pm.

Attracting up to 50,000 people, this is the largest event on Wollongong’s community calendar. Sponsoring this high-profile event is a great way to reach a broad audience base, while demonstrating your pride in our nation and the local community.

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Business TVC 15 or 30 seconds +

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Your signage at event

Brochure delivered to 85,000 households

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8 street banners 3 weeks prior to event

All buses & street signage associated with Park & Ride

T-shirts & hats worn by volunteers at event

Letters of invitation for Citizenship ceremony & program

Letters of invitation for Australia Day Dinner & program

Australia Day Awards nomination form

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Acknowledgement by radio sponsors

Tickets to Australia Day Awards Dinner

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Everyone loves a good movie and picnic with friends and family! Outdoor movie nights are a great way of achieving both while bringing a community together at the same time.

Wollongong City Council has held free outdoor family-friendly movie nights at various suburbs within the city over the last few years. This spring/summer we are hoping to expand the popular Moonlight Movies program into more suburbs, providing a great opportunity for the socially conscious organisation. If you want to engage with families in your community then our Moonlight Movies could be the right fit for your brand.

We welcome your contribution both financially or in-kind to enhance these events and therefore enriching our City. Contact us to find out about these event opportunities.

Community events available for sponsorship are:• Senior’s Week Activities

• Youth Week Activities (Youth 12-24years)

• Children’s Week Activities

• NAIDOC Week Activities

• Environment Activities

• Car Boot Sale

• Botanic Garden - Easter Family Fun Day

• Botanic Gardens Day

• Clean Up Australia Day

• Paint the Gong REaD

• Sculpture in the Garden

Moonlight Movies Spring/Summer

BECOME A SPONSOR

Community EventsWollongong City Council organises a number of smaller events throughout the year. These vibrant events are a fantastic opportunity to showcase what a culturally inclusive and diverse-minded city we have become. These free, family-friendly events aim to enhance the region’s sense of community and enliven our public spaces.

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Website and social media

MC acknowledgement of one event

Opportunity to include special offers or giveways at event

Opportunity to play 15 or 30 second TVC


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W o l l o n g o n gSENIORS FESTIVAL 13 - 24 FEB 2019

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For all enquiries contact 4227 7111 Event booklet can be obtained from your local library or online at wollongong.nsw.gov.au/seniorsfestivalImage: Uncle Saulty (Albert) Ralph (seated) and Uncle Eric (Rick) Pagett are very well respected & admired Elders within the community. They are long term members of the Illawarra Koori Men’s Support Group who work tirelessly volunteering their time to this and other groups/associations/schools and sporting clubs. They are strong and positive mentors to the young men in their community.

TUESDAY 17 APRIL

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FRIDAY 13 APRIL

3 – 6 PM

SATURDAY 14 APRIL

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WEDNESDAY

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Skate, Scoot and

Sports Spectacular

Skate & scooter comp, footy,

basketball, chill out, music,

workshops, food and more.

Holborn Park,

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For more information www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/youthservices

Message us on facebook or call 4227 8222

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Sundown Outdoor Mini

Youth Festival

Live music, chill out space,

sports and circus drop zones

and information stalls.

Lakeside Reserve,

KOONAWARRA

Let’s enjoy it together

Multicultural Festival

Celebrating diversity through

dance, music, art and food.

Crown Street Mall,

WOLLONGONG

A festival by the beach

DJ’s, games, workshops,

colour party, food plus more.

Sandon Point,

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NAIDOC AWARDS

LOCAL GOVERNMENT REGIONAL

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Our Languages Matter2-9 JULY 2017

FEATURING Uncle Vic Simms and local performers

Cost $65 (includes meal)Tickets www.naidocawardsdinnerwollongong2017.eventbrite.com.au

SAT 22 JULY 5.30 –10.30PMTHE FRATERNITY CLUB

CAR BOOT

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Residents are invited to drop off any unwanted clothing or manchester

to the Mission Australia collection truck between 9am – 2pm as part of

the Giant Car Boot Sale event.

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Botanic Garden

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Easter Family Fun DayClub of Wollongong

egg & spoon races sack races live music BBQ guided tours

For further information contact:

Events Team Wollongong City Council41 Burelli Street Wollongong 2500

phone: (02) 4227 7111 email: [email protected]

TWITTER @Wollongong_City

FACEBOOK Wollongong City Council

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WOLLONGONG CITY COUNCIL EVENT …...* Logo in section relevant to your sponsorship. On the second Saturday in November, Wollongong is all about Viva la Gong. MacCabe Park, in the city