The 2022 Glitz and Glamour Ball

Party goers were treated to drinks, canapes, entertainment and a special performance on 6th August at the Civic Centre. International speed painter Brad Blaze was the artist on the night and he was hugely entertaining. His high energy performance included a painting of a glittery, gold Marilyn Monroe. Brad finished the glitzy painting in under four minutes. Denise Farrar, one of the event organisers, also became one of the proud owners of a Brad Blaze painting. “How amazing is Brad Blaze… I think Fred Farrar has recovered from the shock of my purchase.” She successfully bid for the Freddie Mercury creation. “Over all the feedback received from the ball has been fabulous,” added Denise. “I think the night gave the ladies and gentleman an opportunity to dress up and have a night out combined with great food and music.” Luxe Entertainment supplied the fabulous stilt walkers and the stunning golden girl. Kalki Moon came from Bundaberg providing delicious cocktails and ran the bar for the evening. Cheese and Kisses produced an amazing grazing table, while Roses and Beans from Emerald supplied the catering for the night. The team that organised the ball included Denise Farrar, Erinn Beames, Alex Gusterson, Ashley Edler and Shane Anderson. Volunteers also helped to set up including Al Barry, Nick Barry, Lachlan Barry and Shay Martin. “It was such a pleasure to be involved in hosting such a wonderful event for everyone,” said one of the organisers Erinn Beames. “I’m so glad everyone enjoyed their night!” All the money raised will go to Backpack Bed, a charity that provides crisis tents to people without shelter to help improve their dignity, health, sleep, warmth, comfort and safety.