General Interest
The Orchards – A lifetime of dance
Well known and well loved couple Dick and Noela Orchard commenced their dance life as most folks did, on the dancefloor. The Sunday Mail dated September 1949 reads in part: Mr. and . Mrs. Orchard met at J. Sandy Robertson's dancing studio, and were married a few months ago. Mr.…
Ageless Community Awareness
A very big thank you to the stewards and supporters who gave time to provide a friendly face to hand out some info and chat to folks who were interested in the Ageless pastime, passion or profession Enjoy for life... campaigns which are currently rolling out across QLD Some of…
“Samba” – Full Lecture by Riccardo & Yulia
Every dancer who ever tried samba knows, that it is one of the hardest dances to get ingrained into your body. Here is a 7-part full lecture with Riccardo Cocchi & Yulia Zagoruychenko, for those who need more basic information (or a re-visit) on this Brazilian subject matter. …
The building of Luna Park Cloudland 1939 Brisbane.
The anticipated build and opening was held up (opening August 2nd1940) due to unexpected delays with excavation, but the intent remained fast. LUNA PARK TO OPEN ON JULY 19 Cloudland Ballroom a Tribute to the Architect's (Mr Adolphus Parry Fielder who passed away in Brisbane on November 10th 1982 aged 101)…
Cloudland Luna Park
Cloudland Luna Park was opened on the 2nd of August 1940 it is suffice to say this building was one of the most memorable for a vast range of reasons in living history for the QLD and beyond community. PreOpening Press inspection Brisbane Telegraph 26th July 1940 PRESS TAKES A…
Ballroom Dance
Years ago, children and adults as well had to walk miles away to go to school in the pursuit of gaining knowledge. Nowadays, knowledge presents itself to those who are attentive; as a results, people learn in the comforts of their homes. Keep in touch with the up-to-date perception if…
Ballroom Dance
Ballroom dancing is no longer just something old people and wealthy people do. On TV today, dance shows are into ballroom dancing as well as dance sports. Even young children are trying to break into the sport, wanting to be on teams and in dance competitions. This is an awesome…
Townsville 150 Year celebration
Thank you to the community for the culmination of the 150 year celebration. Many happy faces danced together over the 2 nights and raised over $2000 for the community charity. We thank you all for your support in whatever way you did.
