Fair photos to tell a thousand words
Media Release: Tuesday, April 3, 2012
The organisers of Wilston Winter Magic Fair on June 3 are asking the public to take a trip down memory lane and identify friends and family from nearly a decade ago.
The organisers have dug into the archives and unearthed photos from 2003, when the fair was last held.
Headonism Hair Salon owner and fair president James Cremin, who took the 2003 photos, is posting them on the fair’s Facebook page. He called on residents who recognised someone else’s or maybe even their own face in the photos to tag and comment on them online.
“Lots of people have fond memories of the fair before it went into a hiatus. We want to recapture thecommunity spirit that made the fair such a success and the old photos are the ideal vehicle to do it,’’ he said.
“I remember the day I took the photos and I would love to see that atmosphere of togetherness return with the fair this year.”
James is also hoping anyone else with photos of the fair can add to the online collection.
Among James’ subjects in 2003 was Bradley Turner, whose five-year-old smile radiates from behind his facepaint. Now 13 and living in McDowall, Bradley plans to return to Wilston with his two younger brothers for this year’s fair.
“We’re going back to the fair this year as a family and I’m looking forward to the entertainment,’’ he said.
Visit www.facebook.com/wilstonwintermagicfair or www.wilstonvillagefair.org.au to comment on and tag the photos.
On Sunday, June 3 Wilston Village along Kedron Brook Rd will be transformed into a winter wonderland for families, children and the wider community. Opening at 11am, the fair will bring to life a local community of artists, performers, professionals, entertainment and food. As the evening descends and the lights come out a finale of music, food, wine and celebration will close out the evening at 7pm.
Friday, June 1, 2012 at 6:02PM
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 3:38PM Check out some coverage about our upcoming Fair on the Must Do Brisbane Website:
http://www.mustdobrisbane.com/box_entry/wilston_winter_magic_fair_wilston_village.asp
Monday, May 28, 2012 at 9:10PM Snowflakes, snow sleighs and sled dogs are set to transform the main street of Wilston in Brisbane’s inner north.
The Wilston Winter Magic Fair will turn the urban village into a snow-covered winter paradise on June 3.
Fair Snow Queen Rachael Bradhurst will crown the snow prince and princess chosen from local primary school children.
Queen Rachael said it would truly be a magical experience.
“We’re looking for a snow prince and princess, who will be carried on a snow sleigh led by sled dogs along a royal white carpet of snow to their thrones,” Queen Rachael said.
“The boy and girl with the best winter costumes will be chosen as prince and princess. We invite children and their parents to really embrace the winter magic spirit and let their imaginations run wild when designing the costumes.”
The fair will begin with the raising of a giant crystal snowball at 11am and conclude with a with a street dance party and twilight dog sled race, complete with light-display harnesses.
In the week prior to the fair 30 children will be awarded the chance to build a snowman. There will even be a snow tent so Brisbanites can hear the unfamiliar crunch of snow under their feet.
There will also be a raffle drawn at 5pm, with one lucky ticket holder winning a $12,000 ski-trip to Whistler Village in Canada, courtesy of Wilston’s Extraordinary Escapes.
Queensland's premier sled dog club, the Northern Exposure Gig Racing Club, has members who can'twait to supply the winter dogs and sleds for the procession.
Queen Rachael said the Wilston Winter Magic Fair will be a shot in the arm for the local retail sector.
“There’s nothing like a sprinkle of snow to add sparkle to a retail sector that’s been struggling through dark times.”
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Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 6:11PM Where you will find all things fabulous to do on the weekend and especially the Wilston Winter Magic Fair! Thanks Weekend Notes for helping us spread the word. And you can help spread the word to by visiting http://www.weekendnotes.com/wilston-winter-magic-fair/.
Can't wait to see you there, we have some BIG surprises in store.
Cheers from the WWMF team.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 8:43PM It's on! Wilston Winter Magic Fair has received a grant and approval from Brisbane City Council to hold a fair on 3 June 2012.
The Wilston Winter Magic Fair Committee was formed from members of the Wilston Grange Business Group and was incorporated through the Office of Fair Trading (IA 39477) for the purposes of holding the fair.
Committee Vice President and owner of Foot Fitness Podiatry Services on Days Road Grange, Rachael Bradhurst said the Wilston Winter Magic Fair had received a grant of $20,000 from the Lord Mayor’s Suburban Initiative Fund and Central Ward.
“Approval to shut Kedron Brook Road came through earlier this month, and this was the final piece of the puzzle for the committee to finish so they could start planning the 'fun stuff',” Rachael said.
"We're planning a great day of events and activities for the whole family to bring the business and local community together.
"Now we want as many businesses and locals involved as we can get."
The last fair was held in Wilston in 2005 and since then the community hasn't had an opportunity to celebrate the wonderful local businesses.
"It's a shame we haven't been able to celebrate our local identity for the past few years," Rachael said.
"There are many businesses in our local area - not just on Kedron Brook Road - and it's a great way for them to lift their profiles and get to know other business people in the area."
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