Entertainment & Special Events
- Coming Entertainment Acts
- Sporting Entertainment
- Special Events
- Candlelit Concert Series
- Texas Hold em Poker
- The Big Gig
- Australia Day Gallery
Special Events
Ballina RSL also specializes in coordinating a number of our very own major annual special events …
Keep an eye on us throughout the year … from New Year’s Eve right through until the next Christmas Day … we’re always busily working on unique events such as the Ballina Bridal Expo … OR … we’re developing exciting programs for Australia Day, Easter or the Melbourne Cup.
Let us assure you … life is never dull or empty at the Ballina RSL … your cup will always be half full at the very least!
FAMILY BOWLS DAY
A special fundraiser for Theo Van Dartel & his family …
Volunteers have been working tirelessly over the past six weeks selling raffle tickets and gathering donated items in an effort to raise money for a good cause.
A special fundraiser for Theo Van Dartel & his family was held on Sunday at the Ballina RSL Bowling Club. Theo Van Dartel had his Alstonville home burnt to the ground. The day commenced with a well attended monster garage sale including a cake stall and face painting donated by Inspirational Parties and Balloons.
Ninety people took part in the friendly game of Bowls, which was folllowed by a disco for the kids in the afternoon. A sausage sizzle manned by the ladies and men of KSEAVVA made sure no one went hungry.
East Ballina Lions Club, Ballina RSL Men's and Ladies Bowls Club, Sandfiles Bowls Club, KSEAVVA, local businesses, Ballina RSL and RSL Bowling Club Staff contributed their time and effort to raise funds and assist Theo and his family.
A total of $6,870.70 has been raised.
A big thankyou to all who volunteered and attended the day's activities, the Advocate, Northern Star, Northern Rivers Echo, Paradise FM and NBN for their coverage of the event.
"Thank you to everyone who helped and came today, your support has been overwhelming" said Theo.
Scare Away Cancer Dinner Dance
Ballina Relay for Life 2008 Launch... Proudly Supported by Ballina RSL Club
Surge - Gotta Be Live!
Underage Concert - 13 to U/18
Four great bands - Anoesis, Shane Miranda & Band, The Kamikaze Thundercats & The Jaywalks...
Club dress rules apply. Function is Alcohol Free. Adult supervision provided. Any person suspected of consuming alcohol will not be admitted to this function. All under 18 year old must be escorted to and from the function door by a parent. The Ballina RSL Club reserves the right to inspect carry bags on entry. Proof of age required. No passouts. Parents or guardians wishing to attend the concert must comply with the Club rules of entry.
Distinguished Degustation Dinner
Our multi-award winning Chef, Gerhard Spatz and his team, have had so much positive feedback about the boardwalk and the river café since their launch last year! Thanks for your comments.
Here's a sample of what members and visitors have been saying:
"Compliments to the Chef for the meal we had tonight. We have been on the road for just on a month, eating at clubs and restaurants and this was the BEST MEAL we have had. Many thanks."
"We are not suprised that your club has won awards! The meals we had were fantastic, best roast I have ever had. Curry was delicious also. We will go back home (New Zealand) and recommend you."
And you know what?
As your most gracious host, Gerhard is more than happy to treat you all over again (and again!) with his very special culinary talents. He's getting ready to spoil and delight you, with his distinguished degustation making an exciting return!
It will include 5 courses and an accompanying 'optional' wine package.
5 Courses (Food Only) - $55
Optional Wine Package (matching wines with each course) - $40
There's a complimentary welcome drink on arrival for all guests!
2008 LGSA Water Conference
This August, Ballina will play host to more than 200 delegates attending the Local Government and Shires Associations of NSW (LGSA) 2008 Water Management Conference. This conference is an annual event that aims to provide Local Government with a broad range of information on water management as well as a forum to debate issues associated with water and sewerage services provided by local water utilities. The conference presents an opportunity for Councillors, Local Government professionals, government representatives and the broader industry to tackle key water management issues and discuss emerging initiatives regarding water from a Local Government perspective.
The 2008 Water Management Conference will be held at the Ballina RSL, Wednesday 13 to Friday 15 August, and will explore the changing landscape of water management and its implication for Local Government. Previous destinations have included Inverell, Broken Hill and Narrabri with each destination reaping the benefits of delegate expenditure, an increase in destination expenditure, an increase in destination awareness and much more.
For more details regarding the conference or to register your attendance, go to www.lgsa-plus.net.au/waterconference or contact Vivienne Palmer at the Ballina Shire Council by phoning 02 6686 3484.
2008 Queensland Poker Events - Southern Area Grand Final
On the weekend of September 19 - 21, more than 300 of the area's most talented Poker players will be testing their skills against each other as they all fight to become the Queensland Poker Events - Southern Area Winter Season Winner!
Last years Grand Final saw local, Colin Sommerfield, take out the top honours from 320 other players. Can Colin, or one of the other local players lift up the trophy again this year? The only way to gain entry into this event is to finish the season as a Top 20 finalist in any participating venue, click here for information on Ballina RSL Club Texas Poker.
A "Heads Up" on Christmas!
Yes - we're only just on the other side & we're already being asked about what we'll be serving up next Christmas! Must be top shelf festive fare!
A little birdy told us that a magnificent Christmas Seafood Buffet will be offered at both the Ballina RSL (Ground Floor & First Floor) and the Ballina RSL Bowling Club.
$65 Adults, $32.50 Children U/12 years & Children U/3 years free.
At the Ballina RSL, seating allocation will be at the discretion of the club but patrons may request a preference for the ground floor or first floor.
Payment at time of booking is preferred however bookings made prior to the 1st of October must be paid by that date. Bookings past 1st October must be paid at time of booking.
For Ballina RSL, River St bookings, phone 6686 2544
For Ballina RSL Bowling Club, Canal Road bookings 6686 6888