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What are Gig Buddies Group Social Events?
Gig Buddies group social events are hosted by the GB team so that all signed-up participants and volunteers in the Gig Buddies project can catch up and do fun stuff in a group setting.
Monthly group social events are held all over Metro Sydney and Central Coast.
The main focus of the Gig Buddies project is to "buddy-up" participants and volunteers so they can catch up and go to their own events together.
Gig Buddies group social events are a "bonus" way for participants to meet people and socialise.
All group social events are run as "not-for-profit".
Participants only pay for a group social event if they need to cover the cost of admission tickets, venue hire and/or catering.
Group social events are included* as part of being in the Gig Buddies project.
* participants pay for their own food and drinks (unless a catered event)
What: Farmtastic Doggy Daycare
Where: Farmtastic Doggy Daycare, 58 Birak Road, Mangrove Mountain, 2250 (see map below)
Tell me about the gig: In a Gig Buddies’ first, we’ve been approached by the team at Doggy Daycare. They’re inviting us to visit the farm to “interact with the dogs, and take part in simple enrichment activities in a calm, supported environment.”
Please note, as this a first, we can only take a small group. Based on demand, a return visit for later in the year is a possibility.
Host: Matthew (0402 708 814)
*There will be one Gig Buddies staff member for up to 20 attendees (participants and volunteers combined). If you need extra support, please let us know if you plan on bringing a support worker/support person with you to this event.
When: Thursday 14 May
What time do we meet? 10am
What time does the social end? 1pm
Meeting spot: At the venue
What about wet weather?: In the event of rain, the social will be cancelled.
How do I get there? Due to the lack of public transport options to Mangrove Mountain, attendees are required to either drive or carpool.
How will I get home? Transport to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are required to make their own way to and from the venue.
Dress code: Old clothes and closed in shoes.
What else do I need to bring?
- Attendees are to bring their own food and drink.
- Phone for pictures and finding staff
- Mask and sanitiser if you wish
I have a question: If you’re unsure about something get in touch with us via email info@gigbuddiessydney.org or via Facebook Messenger
How do I join? Register by getting a ticket from this page (click 'add to bag' in the top right hand corner and enter your details)
Please note:
- Attendees must bring ID.
- Gig Buddies staff will be in attendance, but will not be on hand to provide individual support.
- Getting there: Transport to and from the venue is not supplied. Attendees are responsible for making their own way to and from the venue.
- Getting home: Gig Buddies staff may help attendees with catching public transport, taxis or Ubers home - up until 30 minutes after the scheduled end; Gig Buddies staff are unable to assist attendees who remain at the venue beyond this time.
- Attendees do not need to be paired with a gig buddy to join us. All signed up participants with a current service agreement or volunteers who have completed compliance are welcome to join us.
- COVID-19: If you’re feeling unwell we ask that you do not attend.
- Participants who require extra support must let the Gig Buddies team know if they will be bringing along a support worker or family member to an event. Thank you.
*** Gig Buddies socials are for signed up participants, supports and volunteers of the project. If you are not a "gig buddy", but would like to join, click here ***