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THE 2nd AUSTRALIAN
DIECAST COLLECTORS CONVENTION
14th to Sunday 17th August 2008 |
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Phone: 0417 647 649 Email: diecast@optusnet.com.au Address: PO Box 259,
Baulkham Hills, NSW, 1755
IT’S BACK!
The Australian Diecast Collectors Convention is on again!
Same venue: The Pacific International Suites, Parramatta
(Under new Management and fresh from a refurbishment!)
Dates: Thursday 14th to Sunday 17th August 2008.
Come and join us and other diecast enthusiasts from all over Australia and
the World for a fun filled 4 day convention. The basic structure of the
Convention will remain the same as last time with new themes and of course a
range of new limited edition models.
As a registered attendee of The Inaugural Australian Diecast Collectors
Convention in 2006, you, your friends and family have a 4 week opportunity to
purchase registration tickets before the remaining tickets are released.
Due to the venue size there will be restricted numbers as follows:
400 only Registered Attendees
150 only for Friday night dinner & trivia night
200 only for Saturday morning themed breakfast
135 only for Saturday night Celebrity Dinner
Classic Carlectables will again be the major sponsors of the Convention.
Other sponsors will include (in alphabetical order):
All Brands Toys & Collectibles – who will be introducing Carroll Shelby
Models
Australian Muscle Car Magazine
Biante Model Cars
Pacific International Suites - Parramatta
RC2 / Johnny Lightning
Shannon’s Insurance
Sherriff’s Mini Cars Pty Ltd
Zimbler Pty Ltd And more….
Included as part of the registration ticket there will again be the amazing
Sponsors Goodie Bag, the option to purchase tickets to the meal events and the
limited edition model cars.
Production runs of most of this years models have been reduced to make them
even more collectable.
The Diecast Custom Model and Plastic Model Building competitions will be on
again – bigger and better than before. The Charity Auction will return on
Saturday. At this stage we have confirmation from 4 Celebrity drivers who are
excited to attend this years event, and a list of volunteer staff is being
compiled. The event will once again culminate in a Swapmeet spilling out of the
hotel Ballroom into the main foyer on Sunday 17th August 2008.
We have had keen interest from Room Traders looking to return this year, as
well as many new dealers looking to showcase their wares and satisfy your
shopping needs. 8:30am to late each day – this years Room Trading will be a huge
event!
VENUE: The 4 ½ Star PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SUITES, PARRAMATTA
Cnr Parkes Street and Valentine Ave, Parramatta
Whilst it is not essential to stay at the Hotel during the convention, we
have negotiated some attractive prices should you be interested in staying on
site or Room Trading.
Once you have been allocated a Registration Number you will be entitled to
the following special room rates:
Standard Suite (32.5 sqm) $105.00 per room per night
1 Bedroom Suite $140.00 per room per night
(no minimum number of nights for these rates)
This year the hotel will be charging $5 per day for parking.
All rooms come equipped with Kitchenette (Microwave, Fridge, Stove etc)
Room numbers will not be allocated until closer to the Convention dates but
persons wishing to Room Trade will exclusively be given the lower floors of the
hotel in order to keep all Traders within the same area, thus making it easier
for public access
The Hotel has 5 lifts and with the exception of quiet periods these will be
manned by Convention staff to help all guests and attendees locate Room Traders
and other facilities.
All accommodation reservations and cancellations are subject to the terms and
conditions issued by the hotel.
Other Hotel facilities include; Licenced Restaurant, Gymnasium, Pool, Heated
Spa, 24 hour reception and Bar area (serving light meals). (Ask hotel staff for
details about wireless internet connections)
Hotel is located within 2 minutes walk from Parramatta Train Station and
Interstate Bus Depot.
Only 5 minutes walk to Parramatta Westfield Shopping Centre and Cinemas.
ITINERARY
THURSDAY 14th AUGUST 2008
FROM 10am: Registration, Sales and Merchandise Rooms will Open
Collect your Convention Ticket, Information Pack and goodie bag at any time
from the Registration Room – This will be a separate room to the Sales room this
year.
Head to the Sales room for all your Convention Models
Some Room Traders may be open early but expect most to be open by 2pm until
late.
Entries for the Model Competitions will be accepted from Midday.
View the items for the Charity Auction after 6pm.
Trivia Night Function
Treasure Hunt begins…
FRIDAY 15th AUGUST 2008
FROM 8:30am:
Room Trading all day till late
Registration, Sales and Merchandise Rooms Open
Model Competition room open and still accepting entries.
Treasure Hunt continues…
7:00 - 9:30pm: SPECIAL FUNCTION #1 TRIVIA NIGHT
Included in ticket price is one limited release 1:43 model for Trivia night
attendees only. Attendees will have the option to purchase more of these models
during the course of the evening.
Once again there will be Johnny Lightning – White Lightning models exclusively
available to attendees of this function.
Menu will be: a Spit Roast Carvery including Beef, Pork, cocktail potatoes,
corn on the cob, salads & breads.
Standard Drinks will be included – House wines, Standard Beer, Soft drinks (incl
juice & water), Tea & Coffee. All other Beverages must be paid for by individual
attendees.
Trivia Competition with exciting prizes for the winning table.
Lucky door prizes.
This is a sit down function with ticket sales limited to 150 persons due to
venue size.
Tickets MUST be pre-purchased and will only be offered to registered
convention ticket holders.
SATURDAY 16th AUGUST 2008
FROM 9:30am:
Room Trading all day till late
Registration, Sales and Merchandise Rooms Open
Model Competition room open – judging finalised.
Charity Auction at lunch time
Treasure Hunt Finalised.
Teddy Bear Breakfast & Celebrity Dinner Functions
7am – 9:30am SPECIAL FUNCTION #2 TEDDY BEAR BREAKFAST
Included in ticket price is one limited release 1:43 Diecast model for
Teddy Bear Breakfast attendees only. Once again these people will have the
option to purchase additional models during the breakfast.
Once again there will be Johnny Lightning – White Lightning models exclusively
available to attendees of this function.
The theme of the breakfast is ‘Teddy Bears’ so attendees must wear something
in keeping with this theme. There will be bandaged bear items available for
purchase for a small donation to the Childrens Hospital Westmead – Bandaged Bear
Appeal.
This is a stand up function with tickets limited to 200 people.
Once again tickets must be pre-purchased and will only be offered to
registered convention ticket holders.
Best outfit and lucky door prizes will be awarded.
12:30pm – 2:30pm: CHARITY AUCTION IN AID OF THE MS SOCIETY
Open to Attendees and General Public
A full list of items will be distributed later.
7:00 – 9:30pm SPECIAL FUNCTION #3 CELEBRITY DINNER
Included in ticket prices is one limited release 1:43 Diecast model for
Dinner Attendees Only. Once again these people will have the option to purchase
additional models during the dinner.
We are hoping to offer a special new model - “Shelby’s Gold” – more info
later!
Set Menu 3 Course Dinner
Standard Beverages – House Wine, Standard Beer, Non alcoholic beverages, Tea
and Coffee.
Guest Speakers
Drawing of winning entries for the Treasure Hunt and distribution of prizes.
This is a sit down function with ticket sales limited to 135 people due to
venue size.
Once again tickets must be pre-purchased and will only be offered to
registered convention attendees.
Lucky Door Prizes
SUNDAY 6th AUGUST 2006
6am: Swapmeet setup will begin
8:30am – Limited Room Trading
10am – 3pm: SWAPMEET
Open to General Public
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