Past Events
January 2012
12th-21st January - 2012 Australian Deaf Games
The 2012 Australian Deaf Games will be held in Geelong from 12-21 January 2012.
The Australian Deaf Games are the pinnacle of Deaf sporting and cultural events in Australia and are owned and managed by Deaf Sports Australia. The Games are held every 4 years and feature up to 18 sports over 10 days with over 1000 competitors and spectators taking part.
2012 will mark the first time in 29 years since the Games were last held in Victoria and Deaf Sports Australia is excited to bring the Games to the home state of major events in Australia. Following an exhaustive host city selection process the City of Geelong was selected as the Games host and they have thrown their total support behind it and we have already forged a strong partnership with Geelong Council.
For more information, please go to Deaf Sport Australia website.
November 2011
20th November 2011 - Victorian Deaf Tennis Championships and Fun Day - singles events
Victorian Deaf Tennis Club will host the annual champhionship and will split the tournament into two seperate days on the October 23rd and November 20th.
October 23rd - double events at Melbourne Park
November 20th - Singles events in Pakenham
For kids & beginners of all ages, there will be some coaching on a nearby court at noon and 1pm - friends & family deaf & hearing all welcome!
October 2011
15th OCTober 2011- DSRV HORSE RIDING DAY OUT
NEIGH! NICKER! WHINE! Yay, it is time for this highly antipaticated event, DSRV Horse Riding Day Out! Bring your families and friends to ride the beautiful animals.
Whether you are novice or experienced riders, the dedicated and qualified guides will make sure you are the next "Man from the Snowy River". They will take you from the open plains through to the State Forest of Mt. Disappointment and to witness the Australian wildlife in its natural habitat such as kangaroos, wombats, wallabies and echidnas.
TWO volunteer interpreters will be coming on the ride to help with communicating between the riding instructors and everyone in the group!
WHERE: Uncle Nev's Trail Rides! Address is 1115 Wallan-Whittlesea Road, Upper Plenty, 3756. Please allow an hour to drive from central Melbourne.
DATE: Sat 15th October, 9.30am to 12.30pm
TIME : 9.30am to 12.30pm
INFO
- snack/drink break included on ride, with food/drink provided
- The ride is limited to people aged 8 years old or older only.Courtesy minibus will be available if anyone needs a lift from Melbourne CBD: meet at DCA at 8am or meet outside VicDeaf at 8.15am.
If you would like a lift on the minibus, you must let us know how many people and where you will meet the minibus, first-in, first-served (first 10 people only)
Please RSVP info@dsrv.com.au by 12 midday, Friday 7th October, please let us know how many people want to ride, and if you have any riding experience before?Download: PDF flyer
23th October 2011 - Victorian Deaf Tennis Championships and Fun Day - double events
Victorian Deaf Tennis Club will host the annual champhionship and will split the tournament into two seperate days on the October 23rd and November 20th.
October 23rd - double events at Melbourne Park
November 20th - Singles events in Pakenham
For kids & beginners of all ages, there will be some coaching on a nearby court at noon and 1pm - friends & family deaf & hearing all welcome!
30th October 2011- Melbourne Deaf Cricket Club 130 year Anniversary celebration
Dear All!
Please find attached your invitation to the Melbourne Deaf Cricket Club 130 year Anniversary celebration!
Its shaping up to be an amazing day and its at an awesome venue!
We would LOVE to see you all there!!
REMINDER: if you pay by the 31st August, its $50 pp, between 1st September til 15th October it is $65pp!
--
Melissa Lowrie
Secretary
Melbourne Deaf Cricket Club
www.melbournedeafcricket.comDownload: Invitation
September 2011
25th September 2011- Ice Skating event
Located in Medibank Icehouse in the Docklands, Melbourne, please bring your friends, family and yourself to enjoy staking on the ice rink on Sunday 25th September 2011! Ice Staking is a graceful sport that is fun for everyone of all ages and levels!
Time: Start at 10:30am (15 minute quickstart lesson at 11am for any beginners).
Cost: Estimated cost including skate hire $21.00 (dependent on final numbers - $4.00 off if bringing own skates)
Non-skate entry $3.00
Helmet & Safety wear package FREE
Whereabout: Medibank Icehouse at Docklands, Melbourne (105 Pearl River Rd, Docklands VIC 3008)
Transport: http://www.icehouse.com.au/home/visitor-information/access/maps-directions
Please RSVP by 15th September - info@dsrv.com.au. We can negotiate a discount according to final numbers.
Hope to see you there!
Download: flyer
August 2011
1st-3rd August 2011- South Cross Deaf Rugby Union's Special Promotion Programs
Hello this is Simon Mahony, I'm speaking behalf for Southern Cross Deaf Rugby Union (SCDRU). I would like to give you some details/information about what is SCDRU’s Special Program Events, the plan for establish a new Victoria Deaf Sevens Rugby team to participate in Australia Deaf Games.
Paul Walker (From Newcastle, NSW – 7 time representative Australia Deaf Rugby Union) and I will be coming to Melbourne on Monday 1st August to Wednesday 4th August 2011. We are coming to Melbourne to help running these special program events.The plan for special promotion program events is listed as below:
Monday 1st August:
6pm – 8pm: ARU’s Smart Rugby Course (free) with interpreter provided. This is for anyone, Deaf community and for any Deaf football participant interests. Everyone who attends will receive ID card from ARU states that we qualified in knowledge the rugby union’s aspects. This is worthwhile opportunity for everyone (a great idea and way to start).
Tuesday 2nd August:
6pm – 8pm: SCDRU will provide rugby session such like training (Learn rugby’s drills and rules). This program is to allow us and the Victoria Deaf Sevens Rugby team build up with confident and skills to playing Sevens rugby. Paul will be assist in running this session.
Wednesday 3rd August (same as above):
6pm – 8pm: SCDRU will provide rugby session such like training (Learn how playing Sevens rugby). This program is to allow us and the Victoria Deaf Sevens Rugby team continue build up with confident and skills to playing Sevens rugby. *This also will allow a coach to confirm who to select (Maximum 10x players and 2x standby) the players for Victoria Deaf Sevens Rugby team to play in Australia Deaf Games.
Please feel free to contact Simon Mahony for any question and more information about SCDRU’s Deaf Sevens rugby teams at Australia Deaf Games in Geelong, VIC.
m: 0439 467 848 (text)
e: southerncrossdeafrugby@hotmail.com
w: www.southerncrossdeafrugby.beep.comDownload: SCDRU Booklet | SCDRU Melbourne Sevens 2011 | SCDRU Special Program Events
27th August 2011- Victorian Deaf Soccer Association AGM & Presentation Night
Victorian Deaf Soccer Assoication is having their annual AGM and presentation night on the same day.
Annual General Meeting - 3.30 to 5pm
Presentation Night - 6pm until late
It will be held in the Hays Paddock - Leason St, Kew.
28th August 2011- DSRV Mt Buller Day Out!
Love the snow? Dig out your thermals, your skis and snowboards - its ski season! DSRV is organising a full fun day out at the Mount Buller on the 28th August, 2011.
Date: Sunday 28th August
Chairlift Opening Times: approximately 8:30am to 5pm
Meeting Place: 1pm for lunch at the Arlberg Bistro and Bar
(189 Summit Road, Mt Buller)
Lift prices (one day only)
$104 per adult (also includes Discover ticket for beginners - see next paragraph for more details)$57 per child (up to year 12)
$83 per tertiary student (full-time students only. ID required)
SPECIAL DSRV DEAL: first 11 adults to RSVP to DSRV will receive a discounted lift pass at $97 (also includes Discover tickets)
RSVP by Tuesday 16th August to info@dsrv.com.au and we will contact you individually to arrange payment.
July 2011
1st-16th July 2011- Deaf Children Australia's howzat tenpin bowling challenge!
Throughout the holidays, Deaf Children Australia will host a Junior Ten Pin Bowling Challenge. The Challenge Is open to deaf or hearing impaired children and young people, their families and hearing friends. The Howzat Challenge will be a two game competition in three sections: primary, secondary and adult at eight tenpin bowling centres across Victoria. To avoid any disappointment, select your closest centre and register your interest with Deaf Children Australia today. Winners will be announced by email on Monday 18th July with medallions awarded per centre in each of the three sections.
Howzat Ten Pin Bowling Competition Fee: $15
Meet at 2.30 pm for a 3.00pm start at the following Ten pin Bowling Centre :
Monday 4th - 49 Reynolds Rd, Geelong
Tuesday 5th - 125 Boronia Rd, Boronia
Thursday 7th - 159 Hargreaves St, Bendigo
Friday 8th - 445 Grimshaw St, Bundoora
Sunday 10th - 228 Cranbourne Rd, Frankston
Monday 11th - 399 Melton Hwy, Taylors Lakes
Tuesday 12th - 14-22 Lauderdale Rd, Narre Warren
Saturday 16th - 112 Fryers St, Shepparton
Download: Flyer
8-10th July 2011- National Deaf Basketball Club Championships @ Adelaide
Deaf Basketball SA will host the 2011 National Deaf Basketball Club Championships at Adelaide. Starting from Friday 8th to Sunday 10th July 2011.
Player rego: $80
Coach/Manager rego: $80
Masters (over 40’s) rego: $40
Juniors (under 18’s) rego: $40
50th year anniversary dinner: $30
Basketball stadium entry (to watch the games): $10 for both days (Saturday and Sunday).
*** players DO NOT need to pay for the stadium entry fee ***
If you want to pay for your registration and dinner, please contact Tanya Morgan from Deaf Sports and Recreation SA (dsrsa@adam.com.au)
July 9th - Deaf Basketball SA's 50th Year Anniversary Dinner
Deaf Basketball SA is celebrating a 50th year anniversary and will be holding a dinner on Saturday 9th July.
Costs $30 per head for a buffet style dinner including desserts.
There will be photos, videos, memoirs etc on display from the old Deaf basketball days.
Ex-Deaf basketball players from all over Australia are encouraged to attend the dinner! An event NOT TO BE MISSED
July 10th to 14th - 2011 National Deaf Table Tennis Championships in adelaide
We will be holding the National Deaf Table Tennis Championships in
Adelaide on July 2011. The 2011 National AWD Table Tennis Championships hosted by Table Tennis Australia. This is a great opportunity for anyone, so please pass on this email to all of your deaf friends and family!Any players are welcome to play table tennis! Also they are welcome to play for ADG too.
If you have any equiries, could you please contact Cynthia Langley, Event Management Director, TTSA on email: langfamily1@optusnet.com.au
Website: www.tabletennissa.com.au
Download: Flyer| Application Form
July 16th 2011 - Netball Fun Day Tournament
This is a major fundraiser for Victorian Deaf State Netball Team competing at the upcoming Australian Deaf Games in Geelong 14-21 January 2012.
Location: Dandenong Netball Centre - Greaves Reserve, Bennet Street, Dandenong (Melway Ref: 89 K7)
Time: 9:00am to 4:30pm
Player Fees:
DNV non-member $20
DNV member $15
Door Entry $5 (free for under 12 yrs old and under)
BBQ and Canteen available
Also win prizes at a fun shooting competition!
We need volunteers for the BBQ and at Door Entry. Please email tonetballfunday@deafnetballvictoria.org.au
Thanks to our sponsors/donations
Download: flyer | team entry form
June 2010
21st May - Melbourne Deaf Cricket Club Presentation night
Annual General Meeting
Hays Paddock, North Pavillon
Longstaff St, Kew East
Friday June 17th at 6.30pm
23-24th June 2011 - Australian Deaf Games 2012 Information Nights in Victoria
It is perfect opportunity for you all to attend two different locations to gather information about Australian Deaf Games for next year!
Geelong
Date: Thursday, 23 June
Time: 6pm start
Location: Geelong Deaf Social Club
Address: Church of Christ Hall - 275 Latrobe Tce, Geelong
RSVP: If you require an Auslan interpreter
Contact Kathy Fitzmaurice by 21st June - kfitzmaurice@mpower.org.au or SMS: 0400 030 529
Werribee
Date: Friday 24 June
Time: 8pm
Location: Werribee Deaf Club
Address: Central Park Community Centre - 80 Lonsdale Circuit, Hoppers Crossing
Email: werribeedeafclub@gmail.com or SMS/Voice: 0404 068 659
25-26th June 2011- Deaf Football Australia Women's Squad Training for 2012 World Cup and 2013 Deaflympics
Come and try to become a football player for Australia team - to train and prepare for the 2012 World Cup and 2013 Deaflympics!
Date: 25th and 26th June 2011
Location: Ground Hays Paddock at Leason Street, Kew
Cost: $100 - including four sessions, lunch, drinks and Deaf Football Australia membership
RSVP - 10th June 2011
Contact: Alexander Straub - mralecanderstraub@gmail.com
For more information, please go to see the DFA's website - www.deaffootballaustralia.com.au
Download: Flyer
May 2011
1st May - DSRV – Deaf Bushwalking Day!
This is an easy introductory bushwalk in one on the many parks along the Yarra River, it has a combination of tracks and footpaths, good birdlife, lots of rabbbits but unfortunately no kangaroos! Has a sheltered spot for breaks, a swing bridge, and only a small hill climb with views out over the Yarra Valley & City. There is a chance to visit the Mia Mia Gallery (indigenous Art) or jsut have a coffee/cold drink.
Come along bushwalking with a qualified bushwalking guide from Melbourne Bushwalkers - AUSLAN interpreter provided.
Location: Westerfolds Park, Templestowe (Melways M33)
Level: Easy Walk, 11km - about 3.5 hrs including lunch
Meet at: Finns Reserve, Duncan St, Templestowe (approx 20km drive from CBD on Eastern Freeway)
To attend this fantastic opportunity, please email info@dsrv.com.au to confirm your attendence.
Download: Flyer
3rd may - Deaf Pilates – back by popular demand!
In Term 2, a 6 week course is planned. Beginners & intermediates all welcome. Please see the flyer in this E News for details. Thanks to all who have contacted me asking when the next classes will be running - your interest has not been forgotten whilst I have been concentrating on completing the Master of Sports Physiotherapy in addition to running my Physiotherapy & Pilates services.
For more information, please download this flyer.
21st May - Melbourne Deaf Cricket Club Presentation night
Sunset Bar & Bistro
The Manningham
1 Thompson Road
Bulleen 3105
Dinner and drinks at your own expense
Hope to see you all there!melbournedeafcricket@gmail.com
April 2011
April 9th & 10th - 2011 National Deaf Tennis Champs - ACT
The 2011 national champs will be held in Canberra. Enjoy a weekend of tennis, meet other deaf tennis players, stay at the Australian Institute of Sport, and possibly use the weekend as an opportunity to put your hand up for selection for international events. For the first time we are offering junior events at the national level - so it is an exciting opportunity for the juniors to get involved.
April 9th & 10th (Monday 11th in reserve), matches start from 9:30am, National Sports Club, Mouat Street, Lyneham, ACT
ENTRIES CLOSE: Friday March 25th
Entries & Queries
• info@deaftennisaustralia.org
• SMS to 0414 246 554
• Fax to (03) 9473 1154
Download: flyer
MARCH 2011
4th March - Deaf Netball Victoria - Annual General Meeting
Deaf Netball Victoria would like to invite life members, members and supporters to the 53rd Annual General Meeting:
Date: Friday 4th March 2011
Time: 6.45pm for a 7pm start
Whereabout: FJ Rose Auditorium, Deaf Children Australia, 597 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
-Supper provided-
Deaf Netball Victoria is proposing that members vote to adapt new Statement of Purposes and Rules in order to become incorporated at this Annual General Meeting.
If you have any questions regarding the AGM meeting, please contact Samantha Martin, DNV Secretary by e-mail - secretary@deafnetballvictoria.org.au by Friday 26th February 2011.
March 27th - Deaf Sports RECreation Victoria - Deaf Cycling Fun Day
It is time for you to undust your bike, pump up the tyres and oil the gears! Come along for a 30KM ride along thr main Yarra and Capital City Trail under the guidance of Australian Men’s Deaf Cycling Manager, Lance Hately.
DSRV is organizing the free event for you who are interested in recreational cycling!
Date: Sunday 27th March 2011
Time: 9AM
Location: Meet at the corner of Alexandra Avenue and Anderson Street, near Royal Botanic Gardens (Next to the Yarra River).Please email the info@dsrv.com.au to confirm your attendance of this amazing event!
Download: Flyer
March 29th - Deaf Sports RECreation Victoria - Victorian Australian Deaf Games 2012 (ADG2012) meeting
DSRV is having a Victorian Australian Deaf Games 2012 (ADG2012) meeting on Tuesday 29 March 2011 at 6pm for a 6.30pm start. Grant Roberts, DSRV President is chairing this meeting.
Each club/sport competing at the Australian Deaf Games may bring up to 2 representatives each. Catering will be provided at 6pm. A representative of the Games Organising Committee will come and speak to you all to update on the ADG2012.
It is compulsory for each participating club to attend this meeting.
Each club is to provide me a short report (point form, 1 page is fine) – on your preparations for the ADG, plans etc. This report is due on Monday 28 March at 12pm. I will e-mail out all reports to everyone in the afternoon on Monday 28 March, so that you can do some reading before the meeting.
Please confirm your attendance and club representatives by Friday 25 March at 4pm.
Please email the info@dsrv.com.au to confirm your attendance!
Feburary 2011
12th Feburary 2011 - Deaf Got Talent - CANCELLED
This event had been cancelled. We apologies for any inconvenience.
27th February 2011 - Tennis Victoria Disability Mini Circuit - Entries Now Open
Tennis Victoria is organising the annual Mini Cicruit for people with phyiscal and intellectual disabilities such as visual and hearing impairments. Also they offers matches for wheelchair tennis.
DATE: Sunday 27th February 2011
LOCATION: Bayside Tennis Centre - Kororoit Creek Rd, Williamstown 3016
START TIME: Wheelchair, Blind and Deaf - 9am
ID - 12pm
ENTRY FEE: $15.00 (inclusive of GST)
ENTRY DEADLINE: Monday 14 February 2010
ENTRIES TO:
Post: Jane Tulloch - Tennis Australia, Private Bag 6060, Richmond VIC 3121
Fax: 9650 1040
Email: jtulloch@tennis.com.auDownload: entry form
January 2011
17TH-27TH JANUARY 2011- THE LORD'S TAVERNERS AUSTRALIAN DEAF CRICK ASHES & TRI SERIES
As a continuation of the old rivalry between Australia and English this summer, Cricket Australia is proud to announce The Lord's Taverners Australia Deaf Cricket Ashes & Tri Series will be held in Geelong from 17-27 January 2011.
Australia and England will contest a three-day Ashes Test from 17 January and the old rivals will then be joined by South Africa as the series becomes a three-pronged One-Day and Twenty20 International competition.
Venue: Geelong Grammar School, Geelong, Victoria
Ceremonies:
Opening Ceremony - Sunday 16th January 2011 - Melbourne Cricket Ground
Closing Ceremony - Thursday 27th January 2011 - Geelong Grammar School
Download: Media Pack
18th-21st January 2011 - Manly '11- 1st Australian Deaf Beach Volleyball Championships
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
All registrations must be done on the internet. For more information please click on this link bleow
http://regonline.activeglobal.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventId=888126
2 a-side Mens & Ladies Australian Championships
4 a-side Mixed Social Tournament
Juniors Tournament
Training and Coaching Sessions
All skill levels welcome !
$40 for each adult player
$20 for each junior player (Under 18yrs old)
Fees includes entry to the “Pairs” and “Mixed 4’s” , a great value for 4 days of fun!
If you need a partner for 2s or join 4 a-side team, please visit - http://www.facebook.com/DeafVolleyballAustralia?v=app_2373072738#!/topic.php?uid=154453031262137&topic=231!
Register Your Team by 22nd Dec !Download- flyer
23th january 2011 - LEARN TO ROW AT ALBERT PARK LAKE – A FEW SPACES LEFT! DEAF ADULTS/TEENAGERS WELCOME!
Are you deaf or hard of hearing? Have you ever wanted to learn to row?
JCAAA, Rowing Victoria and Albert Park South Melbourne Rowing Club have developed a ‘learn to row’ program to support people who are Deaf or hard of hearing, with opportunity to progress into club rowing.
Please note that parents of children will be required to stay:
Who: People who are Deaf or hard of hearing and interested in learning to row
Age: 12 years and older
Where: Albert Park South Melbourne Rowing Club (Albert Park Lake)
When: 4 week program starting Sunday 23 January 2011
Cost: $40 for the 4 week learn to row course
Contact: Rosie at JCAAA on 9209 6552 or rthomas@portphillip.vic.gov.au to register. TTY:9209 6713
29th january 2011 - queensland floods fundraiser
Melbourne Deaf Cricket Cub and DSRV are committed to supporting our fellow Australians. We encourage all of the deaf community to attend this function. We will have rattle tins, spinning wheel prizes and items for auction with the proceeds from this going to the Queensland Flood Appeal.
Date: Saturday 29th January 2010 at 3PM onward.
Where: Hays Paddock (Longstaff Street, Kew East - MELWAY: 45 1J)
BBQ and drinks on sale
Please come along and help support us!!
If you can't attend and want to make a donation: http://www.qld.gov.au/floods/donate.html
Download: flyer
December 2010
5th December 2010 - Deaf Vs Deaf Volleyball Showcase Game
Deaf Volleyball Australia is organising the 3rd annual Deaf Vs Deaf Volleyball Showcase Event. It is perfect for Deaf/deaf/hard of hearing people to show off their volleyball skills!
Australian Volleyball League Grand Final match to be held in the afternoon. Opening of week long Australian Volleyball Schools Cup (400 teams/4,000 competitors)
Current/Past and Beach/Indoor male/female players are invited to play on the court!
BIGGEST DAY on the Volleyball Australia's Calendar!
When: Sunday 5th December 2010
Where: At Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre
Aughtie Drive, Albert Park, Melbourne
Melway Map 2K D8TIMELINE
09.00 - 09.30AM: ARRIVAL
09.30 - 09.45AM: WARM UP PERIOD
09.45 - 10.30AM: PRACTICE GAME
10.30 - 11.00AM: SHOW COURT MATCH
Please RSVP by 1st Wednesday, December or for more info, contact john@rosevalet.com.au or anthony.raynor@defence.gov.au
Special Thanks to Disability–Volleyball Commission (D-VC) & John Cheadle – Volleyball Australia for this opportunity to allow us to promote & display Deaf Players' abilities and match to be umpired by an accredited National Level A Referee.
Download: Flyer
5th December 2010 - Vicdeaf's annual christmas rally
Extracted from VicDeaf:
When: THIS SUNDAY 5 December 2010 - Please see details below for public transport changes
Time: 11.00 am - 3.00 pm
Where: Kinglake West Mechanics Institute Hall, 1055 Whittlesea - Kinglake Road, Kinglake West (Look out for Vicdeaf signs)• Free sausage sizzle, soft drinks & water
• Hall, big tent, umbrellas, tables and chairs on site
• Playground, tennis courts & footy oval available
• Deaf Arts Network display, information & activities
• Free Yoga session with Deaf instructor, Karli Dettman on footy oval 9.30-11am
• DSRV activities including the popular tug-o-war & parachute games
• TWO jumping castles for kids
• Magic show by professional magician
• Classic car display
• Facepainting and Auslan storytelling
• VCOD Christmas Hampers to be won
• and a visit from Santa Claus!Let’s continue our support for the communities affected by the February 2009 bushfires.
Need more information such as transport? Please click this link to go to VicDeaf's official event page.
10th December 2010 - AGM of Kew Deaf Soccer Club
KEW Deaf Soccer Club's AGM will be held at Deaf Children Australia, 597 St Kilda Road, Melbourne.
Meeting room at Fenton Hall
Time: 6 pm - 10 pm
Date : 10 December 2010 , Friday
Agenda:
Southern Cross Championship - Easter-Anzac weekend at Brisbane.
If you want to join hearing competition next year, it's highly recommend to come this AGM, so we can make sure if we have enough numbers.
Special Guest : TBA
NOVEMBER 2010
November 1st 2010 - Free Incorporated Assocation Session
Consumer Affairs Victoria is running a free session for groups wanting to incorporate their association, and for those wanting to learn more about the requirements of running an incorporated assocation.
They will provide an Auslan interpreter if you express your interest by 1 October 2010.
The session will provide information on:
- setting up an incorporated assoication
- defining the rules of a incorporated assoication
- members right
- dispute resolution
- responsibilities of committee members
- statutory obligations
Location: Level 27, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne
Date: Tuesday 9th November 2010
Time: 3PM to 5PM
Interested? Contact Debbie or Robyn. Phone: 8684 6465. Email -communityed@justice.vic.gov.au
We encourage you to attend this free workshop!
7th November 2010 - Doggy Day Out!
Support the 2012 Victorian Team for Australian Deaf Game! Fundraising goes toward the Victorian ADG2010 Team.
Date: Sunday 7th November 2010
Time: 11am -2PM
Location: Swan Picnic, Albert Park
Walk your dog around Albert Park lake for 4.7km!
BBQ available. Prizes to be won!
$10 for one dog, $15 for two dogs. Gold Coin donation for those without dogs.
EVERYONE WELCOME!
We look forward seeing you and many woofs there!
Download: Flyer
For more information, please contact DSRV - info@dsrv.com.au
November 20th 2010- DSA's Sports Awards & Deaflympians Club
Mark the date in your diary!
Deaf Sports Australia will be hosting the annual Deaf Sports Awards as well as launching the inaugural Deaflympians Club on Saturday 20th November to be held at Rydges on Swanston, in Melbourne.
DSA has long recognised and celebrated the achievements of our athletes, officials and contributors to deaf sports. The annual awards is an opportunity for DSA to publicly acknowledge our high achievers and contributors.
Given the long history of DSA participating at many Deaflympic Games as well as celebrating the many achievements of our past and current deaf and hard of hearing athletes, the Deaflympians Club will be launched to honour and commemorate those who have contributed to the Deaflympic movement on behalf of Australia.
According to the post-Taipei ICSD database, 319 Australians have represented Australia at the Deaflympic Games, attended as an Official or participated in the ICSD Congress. The Deaflympians Club seeks to provide connectiveness for all Deaflympians through functions and events, support for fellow Deaflympians in need and to support the current and upcoming Deaflympians and the ideals of the Deaflympic movement.
Tickets are on sale now at $50 per person.
Contact DSA for the ticket order form.
The event will be held at the amazing Rydges on Carlton on the top floor by the pool deck with sensational views of the city skyline. Rydges on Swanston also provides accommodation for those wishing to stay there.
The Sports Awards event will also include Guest Speakers, light entertainment and the provision of cocktail style food. Drinks will be available at bar price.
Come along and support our current and former Deaflympians on this very special occasion! For further information, email Irena at irena.farinacci@deafsports.org.au.
November 21st 2010 - Victorian Deaf Tennis's Championships Event #2
All welcome—open to all deaf tennis players (D/deaf/hard of hearing/hearing impaired/cochlear implantees, etc). For hearing family and friends (including CODA we have an associate event, so everyone can play!
Date: Sunday November 21st
Time: 11am onwards
Location: Dendy Park Tennis Club - Breen Drive, Brighton East
Entries close: Monday November 15th.
• Singles & doubles events
• Open, Graded & Junior categories
• BYO lunch, drink bottle, cap, sunscreen, tennis footwear & tennis racquet
• Spectators welcome
• Cost: $15 singles, $10 doubles
Enquiries: vic@deaftennisaustralia.org
Enter online - www.deaftennisaustralia.org/tournamententry or www.deaftennisaustralia.org
November 26th 2010 - Friday Night Trivia - CANCELLED
We regret to advise that this fundraising event is cancelled due to lack of attendances and we will look at having it again next year.
Thank you for your support.
Yours in netball,
DNV Committee members
OCTOBER 2010
8 & 9th October 2010 - AUSTRALIAN DEAF POKER CHAMPION
Are you the next 'Pokerama' Australian Deaf Poker Champion? The 2nd edition of the 'Pokerama' Australian Deaf Poker Championship is heading to Melbourne in October 2010!
Details are as follows:
Welcome Night/Learn to Play
When: 8th October 2010
Time: 7PM
Cost: Free
Where: The Local, Port Melbourne 22-24 Bay Road, Port Melbourne VIC (http://www.thelocalportmelbourne.com.au/)Main Events
When: 9th October 2010
Where: The Local, Port Melbourne, 22-24 Bay Road, Port Melbourne VIC
Cost: $30
Register: 1PM
Start: 2PM
Stack: 20,000
Blinds: 20 minutes (with breaks and dinner breaks).
Download: DPA Pokerama Champ 2010 | DPA Media Release | DPA Rego.For more information, please contact Sokong - dpa@deafpoker.com.au
10th October 2010 - Family Fun Day & Season Launch 2010/11
Come and celebrate the launch of the Melbourne Deaf Cricket Club 2010/11 Season and National Week of Deaf People!
Sausage sizzle, icy poles and drinks available at bar prices. Playground and car parking available.
Sunday 10th October – 12pm onwards.
Hays Paddock, North Pavilion, Leason Avenue, Kew East
22nd October 2010 - DSRV Annual General Meeting
DSRV warmly invite you to our 30th Annual General Meeting on Friday 22nd October 2010 at Spirit of Deaf Community at John Pierce Centre, Corner of High St and Donald St, Prahan.
Time: 6.15pm for a 6.30PM to start.
Guest Speakers: Glen Flindell and Stephen Swann - Tennis Men's Doubles champions! Our Silver Medalists from Taipel Deaflympics! Come and see their medals and learn about their journey... did you know that until their 20s, neither of these two young men acutally know anything about deaf sports...?
Join us afterwards for Drinks- stroll with us a few blocks to gather and have some fun at: College Lawn Hotel - 36 Greville St, Prahan.
Daylight Deaf Pilates
Daylight is almost here for those lovely spring evenings!
Please contact Penny if you are interested in joining her Pilates classes in Syndal, Thursdays 6pm – mixed deaf/hearing, small group class, fee $20
Please contact Penny if you are interested in starting a 4-6 week course in Pilates during October/November – Tuesday evenings and daytimes available!
Email: penny@penergy.com.au
Mobile: 0428 291 122 (sms)
September 2010
DSRV Proudly Sponsoring Yoga Workshops for the Deaf
What are pre and post natal exercises?
How come 1 in 3 women experience some incontinence after giving birth?
What are the “creative ways” to physically strengthen your special parts and have better and healthier sex.We will also do fun and energy releasing warm ups to loosen our bodies, minds and spirits.
Complete your day with mind-body relaxation and meditation...
Sign up for Sunday 12 September 1pm to 4.30pm!
Where: John Pierce Centre, Spirit of the Deaf Community, 25-35 High Street, Prahran
Cost: $40
Only 12 spaces available. For women ♀
Led by a Deaf health professional in Auslan, Karli Dettman (Yoga Instructor & Psychotherapist)
Interested? Questions? Contact Karli SMS: 0403 922 245 Email: ksbd@iprimus.com.au
More information about Karli, please check her website- http://home.iprimus.com.au/ksbd/
Karli is an university qualified and a member of YTAA and ACA. She has an Advanced Diploma of Yoga Teaching and Certificate IV in Assessment and Workplace Training as well as BA and MA degrees in Psychology and MentalHealth Counselling in late 1990s. She also has First Aid Certificate.With much appreciation to sponsor : DSRV