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Lot 150 Silent Auction Lot 148 Silent Auction Lot 149 Silent Auction
Lot 148 Silent Auction Yearly Pass Arts Cinema Donated by The Gold Coast Arts Centre This package entitles you and a partner to complimentary admission for one year to the Gold Coast Arts Centre, Arts Cinema showcasing a selection of movies from various genres. Valid for 12 months only. Value $1,000 www.gcac.com.au Lot 149 Silent Auction Michael Kasprowicz Signed Cricket Ball Donated by Friends of Cancer Council Qld A former Australian Test cricketer. He is a right arm fast bowler, effective outfielder and useful lower order batsman, and has enjoyed a successful career both in Australia and in the English county scene since making his debut for Queensland as a seventeen year old in the 1989-1990 domestic season. Kasprowicz was one of the top performing fast bowlers in Australian cricket over the past decade, and his solid performances for Queensland earned him a Test debut against West Indies in his native Brisbane in November 1996. Value Priceless Lot 150 Silent Auction Fancy a Fascinator Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland Fancy a Fascinator’s designer Teresa Smith offers a very special and unique one-on-one service. She will take your ideas and style needs and turn them into a genuine bespoke accessory – a couture fascinator. Every aspect of the fascinator design process is client-led, so you can be assured that you will own something beautiful, distinctive and totally unique. Teresa’s special attention to detail and years of experience in the fashion and bridal industries will ensure that you have a truly exceptional fascinator. Bid on this Fascinator perfect for your next occassion! Or simply contact Teresa to make an appointment to view her range of designer headwear. Value $150 www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au 80 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 151 Silent Auction 2009 Qld State of Origin Jersey Donated by Friends of Cancer Council Qld Signed by Coach Mal Meninga, Kevin Walters, Allan Langer and Darren Lockyer. Who will forget the 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 State of Origin Rugby League series. Queensland was victorious in all four series over New South Wales. Limited edition. An irreplaceable piece of Queensland sporting history this piece will look fantastic on any wall whether a boardroom, bar or games room. Value Priceless Lot 152 Silent Auction Gold Coast Airport Marathon Pack Donated by Queensland Events In one of the most desirable holiday destinations in the world is an event that motivates and challenges tens of thousands of people of all ages and abilities. It is the Gold Coast Airport Marathon. The 2010 Gold Coast Airport Marathon will be held on 3-4 July, featuring a Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km Run, Community Walk and Junior Dash for the kids. This sports packs include: Asics Bag, Drink Bottle, Socks, T-shirt, Microfibre Towel, Running Energy Belt, Gold Coast Airport Marathon Cap, Pen and Stubbie Cooler. Value $150 www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au Lot 153 Silent Auction ‘The Brumby Chase’ Artwork Donated by PJ Art Gallery The original of this limited edition Giclee print was painted by Australian equine and outback artist Peter.J.Hill. Peter has been painting for 54 years this year. His paintings are found throughout the world hanging in many famous places and numerous private collections both in Australia and overseas. His paintings can be puchased from P.J Art Gallery located on ‘Gallery Walk’ Mount Tamborine. Print no. 4/50. Value $1,200 www.pjart.com.au Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 81 Lot 154 Silent Auction Stone Brothers Racing Donated by HSM Group This is a unique, money can’t buy experience with Stone Brothers Racing! Prepare for a ride with one of the SBR drivers – Shane van Gisbergen, Alex Davison or Tim Slade in a V8 Supercar! This ride is not usually available to the public, and the race date will be held in 2010. Valid only in 2010 with corporate dates to be confirmed. Value $2,200 www.hsmgroup.com.au Lot 155 Silent Auction Zena D. Fashion Boots Donated by Mischief Footwear Factory Outlet Be ready for this Winter in the latest designs of ‘Zena D.’ Fashion Boots. A red platform stiletto ankle boot and black & gold stiletto high boot will feature in your collection this year. Both boots are provided in size 8, but you can exchange these if you need to at Mischief Footwear Factory Outlet in Burleigh Heads. Value $240 info@bdafootwear.com.au Lot 156 Silent Auction BP Johnston St, Southport Fuel Voucher Donated by Brekel Pty Ltd Don’t want to worry about paying cash for your vehicle’s fuel for a while? This voucher entitles you to $1,000 of petrol to fill up at BP Johnston Street, Southport. Voucher valid for petrol only at BP Johnston St, Southport. Voucher expires 17th April 2011. Value $1,000 82 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 157 Silent Auction Freshwater Point Accommodation Donated by Freshwater Point Resort Escape the hustle and bustle right in the heart of the Gold Coast with this fantastic accommodation package at Freshwater Point Resort. Freshwater Point Resort is a brand new 4 1/2 star luxury resort in Broadbeach right next to Conrad Jupiters Casino. With stylish accommodation, perfect waterfront views and beautifully designed, Freshwater Point Resort is conveniently only 15 minutes walk to shops and beach. This package includes 5 nights’ accommodation for 2 people staying in a luxurious one bedroom apartment, a bottle of wine on arrival and a Continental Breakfast for both guests at the Freshwater Point Resort Poolside Café during your stay. Voucher is non-transferable, subject to availability between 18 April 2010 – 30 November 2010, excluding Peak Periods. Value $1,050 www.freshwaterpointresort.com.au Lot 158 Silent Auction Michael Clarke Signed Bat Donated by International Quaterback This quality 2010 Slazenger cricket bat has been signed by Michael Clarke, current vice-captain of the Australian cricket team. Clarke is a highly regarded fielder and was awarded Australian Man of the Series in the 2009 Ashes Series. This collector’s item is a must have for serious cricket fans. Value Priceless www.internationalquarterback.com.au Lot 159 Silent Auction Southern Cross Wine Merchants Donated by Southern Cross Wine Merchants An amazing package for the wine lovers, this Cabernet Sauvignon is made with grapes from the best and oldest vines of the Santa Ana Estate located in Talagante, Maipo Valley. Altazor is an elegant ruby red coloured wine, with deep, intense tones characteristic of its evolution. This 6 bottle case of Altazor Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 from Vina Undurraga in Chile is sure to impress your next dinner party guests. Everything about this wine speaks of quality, a must for any wine connoisseur! Value $480 www.southerncrosswines.com.au Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 83 Lot 160 Silent Auction The Ashes VIP Box Donated by Queensland Cricket Experience Ashes history and be a part of the traditionally famous first test of The Ashes Series at the Gabba this year. This prize offers 8 people the opportunity to attend Day 3 (Saturday) of the First Ashes Test against England, to be played at the Gabba on Saturday 27 November 2010 in VIP style. Enjoy outstanding viewing close to the action and revel in the atmosphere buzzing around the stadium. This VIP Box for 8 people is located in the Western stand of the Gabba. This match will sell out well in advance and private corporate facilities will be highly sought after so secure yours now! Food and beverage not included. Value Priceless www.qldcricket.com.au Lot 161 Silent Auction John Eales Memorabilia Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland Eales 55-cap reign as captain for the Queensland Reds marked an era of Australian success in world rugby. Eales played a major part in Australia’s victories at the Rugby World Cup twice in his illustrious career, first in 1991, and later skippering his country to victory in 1999. Value Priceless Lot 162 Silent Auction Balloon Aloft Champagne Breakfast Donated by Youngcare Float like a cloud above the magnificent panorama of Surfers Paradise with this amazing champagne breakfast hot air balloon package for two people. Watch the sun reflecting off the myriad of canals and waterways and the stunning mountains of the Gold Coast hinterland. Be transported on an aerial nature walk by the world’s oldest and most romantic form of flight, before gently winding down with a sumptuous fully catered champagne breakfast at the award winning Chelos Restaurant, located at the Radisson Resort. Sip chilled champagne as you savour the superb gourmet cuisine whilst reflecting on the hot air balloon experience of a life time. Value $560 www.balloonaloft.com 84 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 163 Silent Auction Grant Hackett “The Record” Donated by International Quarterback This limited edition collector’s item is a must for any pool room. Personally signed - Grant Hackett “The Record” from the 2001 World Championships in Fukuoka, captures the passion of Grant’s swimming career which has led him to be regarded as one of the greatest distance swimmers in history. Australian former swimmer most famous for winning the men’s 1500 metres freestyle race at both the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney and the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens. His four World Championship gold medals in the event make him the only swimmer to have won a world title in one event four times, and in total, he has won 10 World Championship gold medals. Value Priceless www.internationalquarterback.com.au Lot 164 Silent Auction Intimate Dinner for 10 Donated by Glass Dining & Lounge Bar Enjoy an intimate evening for 10 in your very own exclusive private dining room overlooking the majestic Gold Coast Broadwater at Glass Dining and Lounge Bar, Marina Mirage. You and your guests will be treated with a specially prepared 6 course degustation menu from Executive Chef David Pommier which will be accompanied with matching speciality wines from Tyrrells winery. This will be an evening you won’t forget. Value $2,500 www.glassrestaurant.com.au Lot 165 Silent Auction Chad Reed Memorabilia Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland An Australian motocross, super cross racer originating from Kurri Kurri in New South Wales. He has touted from a young age as being capable of competing at the sports elite level. He has proved to be the most consistent motocross/super cross racer in the 2000-2010 decade. Value Priceless Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 85 Lot 166 Silent Auction Celebrity Golf Package for 2 People Donated by Youngcare Enjoy a round of golf at the prestigious Brookwater Golf Course with former Wallaby Tim Horan and Youngcare Chairman David Conry. Learn from Tim and David’s leadership and business development experience during an exclusive round of golf. This prize includes 18 holes of golf, buggy hire and all food and beverage throughout the afternoon. Rugby fans still recall the trademark Tim Horan look of unstoppable determination that promised an imminent try. He is a rugby presenter and his record of success in two World Cup and four Bledisloe Cup teams helped cement his induction into the International Rugby Hall of Fame in 2003. Voucher must be redeemed before December 2010 Value Priceless Lot 167 Silent Auction Be A Movie Stunt Person For The Day! Donated by Youngcare This Movie Stunt Experience package is an incredible opportunity to become part of action movie making stunts, making you the star! You will Commando Style abseil through windows, fly on wires, fall from buildings and be set on fire as the Human Torch. You will also star in your own professionally filmed, choreographed fight scene with one of the Movie Stunt Experience stunt performers, edited with sound effects on a DVD! This truly amazing and unique half day package also involves a photo pack with at least twenty professional action shots of your experience, a DVD of behind the scenes footage of the experience and a movie stunt experience polo shirt. An adrenalin filled day of excitement and thrills that is a must for any adventure junkie. Value $600 www.moviestuntexperience.com Lot 168 Silent Auction Off Road Rush WRX Laps Donated by Youngcare Ready to experience one of the most thrilling motor sports out there? Get yourself behind the wheel of a Turbo WRX Rally car. Discover the secrets of this awesome car, get sideways and have a load of fun on a special rally track. This amazing experience begins with a short safety briefing followed by you in the driver’s seat with one of the excellent Off Road Rush Instructors sitting next to you and giving you some handy tips on car control. Then hold on tight for the mind blowing hot lap, driven by one of the instructors! This package is a must for any motor sport fan. Value $400 www.offroadrush.com.au 86 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 169 Silent Auction Pentair Inground Pool Cleaner Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland Now there’s an easier, more thorough way to clean your inground pool. Remove the PoolShark® pool cleaner from the box, attach the hose, place it in the water and watch it attack dirt as it prowls around the bottom and to the waterline of your pool. This is the “plug and play” cleaner you’ve been waiting for.Two-way cleaning finned footpad provides squeegee action and the powerful vacuum action whisks away even the smallest of debris. Works effectively in all inground pool shapes and on all surfaces. This is a must have for any pool owner!! Value $500 www.pentairpool.com Lot 170 Silent Auction White Gold Diamond Set Earrings Donated by Youngcare These stunning diamond drop earrings are absolutely timeless. Hand crafted in 18ct white gold, they are fitted with classic Shepherd’s hook fittings and weigh 2.1 grams. The two pear cut diamonds are of utmost quality, with the colour graded a G and clarity VS. They have a total weigh of 0.25cts and are guaranteed to make a brilliant edition to your jewelry collection. This unique piece comes complete with a DiamondTech valuation. Value $2,570 Lot 171 Silent Auction Tall Ship Whale Watching Donated by Tall Ship Whale Watching This package offers the ultimate whale watching experience for two people. Set sail aboard Tall Ship’s luxurious 32 metre high speed wave piercing catamaran, the largest whale watching vessel on the Gold Coast. With five spacious viewing areas, you are sure to catch all of the action! Spend half a day aboard the luxurious catamaran, see humpback whales, sea turtles, dolphins and seabirds while experience informative whale commentary by the experienced eco-team. You will receive complimentary freshly baked muffins, tea and coffee and will experience amazing views of the Gold Coast skyline and beaches. Be sure not to miss this amazing opportunity to experience these majestic mammals in their natural habitat. Value $258 www.tallship.com.au Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 87 Lot 172 Silent Auction Winter Wardbrobe with Leigh Buchanan Donated by Leigh Buchanan Closet full of clothes but haven’t got a thing to wear? Fashion Personality and Project Runway Australia Runner-Up, Leigh Buchanan will spend a full day with you help you get the best out of your wardrobe. This ‘money can’t buy’ styling experience is for one person, but you can bring a friend long, for a second (or in this case a third opinion)! The day begins with a three hour-long wardrobe assessment, edit and styling advice on your existing pieces, all in the privacy of your own home. The assessment is then followed by limousine transfer to Brisbane to enjoy divine french-vietnamese cuisine at one of Brisbane’s best restaurants, Libertine. Leigh will then spend an hour (or two) for an in-store styling session with the latest key pieces and accessories boutiques in James Street and The Emporium in Brisbane. Your driver will then whisk you back to your house so you can unpack all of your shopping and put your feet up! Value Priceless Lot 173 Silent Auction Complete Bed & Bath Set Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland This is the complete bed and bath package from Australian Weaving Mills. Featuring egyptian cotton linen including - 2 bath sheets, 2 hand towels, 2 face washers, 1 bath mat and 1 tufted bath rug. You can also enjoy the comfort of 2 velour heavy weight bath robes and two queen size Koala Blue sheet sets made from 100% cotton. Value $700 Lot 174 Silent Auction Wine Lovers Dozen Donated by Servcorp This carton of premium wine is a collectors and wine connoisseur’s dream. This incredible collection of wine includes a dozen of the best: Cape Mentelle Zinfandel 2004, Elderton Command Shiraz 2002, Cullen Diana Madeline Cabernet Savignon 2003, Sally’s Paddock 2002, Bass Phillip Pinot Noir 2007, Clonakilla Shiraz-Viognier 2008, Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2000, Torbreck the Celts 2006, Dalwhinnie Shiraz 2002, Penfolds Grange Hermitage 2003, Torbreck Runrig 2003 and Leeuwin Estate Cabernet Merlot 2002. Take this collection home to your cellar tonight! Value $1,650 www.servcorp.com.au 88 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 175 Silent Auction Signed Martinez Guitar Donated by Youngcare Two leading lights of Australian music, Bernard Fanning and Clare Bowditch joined forces on Friday 26 March 2010 with a very special line up of guest performers for the Youngcare Benefit Concert 2010 at the Tivoli Theatre, Brisbane. The renowned singers, along with host Julian Morrow, lent their talents to raise funds and awareness for Youngcare; a Brisbane charity driving change and providing choice for young people with high care needs living in aged care. This Martinez Acoustic Guitar has been personally signed by Bernard Fanning, Clare Bowditch, Julian Morrow and all the special guests from the Concert. This ‘money can’t buy’ item is one of only two pieces in circulation of its kind. Value Priceless www.youngcare.com.au Lot 176 Silent Auction A Little Bit Posh Necklace Donated by Youngcare A Little Bit Posh - Exquisite Handmade Jewellery. This is the one of ‘A Little Bit Posh’ signature pieces. Beautiful silver metal beads carefully selected to create a gorgeous, unique necklace. Worn either long or doubled over and looped through like a scarf, it is the perfect compliment to any outfit. All pieces are individually handmade to the highest quality and we know that you will love wearing them! Value $100 www.alittlebitposh.com.au Lot 177 Silent Auction Glam Lashes Donated by Brisbane Lashes Create natural luscious lushes with this glamorous lash extension package from Brisbane Lashes. Treat yourself to eyelash extensions. Eyelash extensions are a cosmetic process whereby synthetic or natural materials are applied to create a fuller, longer look. Aiming for an authentic, natural feel, they come in various lengths, colours and thicknesses, and can be worn during sleep, showering and swimming. Eyelash extensions differ from “”fake”” or “”false”” eyelashes in that they are applied one by one, and can last for 4 to 6 weeks. Every single healthy lash will be extended with this synthetic glam lash set. This package also includes one full refill set. Value $199 www.brisbanelashes.com Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 89 Lot 178 Silent Auction 8 Piece Baccarat Cookware Set Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland Bring out your culinary side with this 8 piece Bacarat cookware set. For use on all cook tops including induction. The set is also dishwasher safe and comes with a life time warranty. Value $500 Lot 179 Silent Auction Hennessy Paradis Rare Cognac Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland In 1765, Richard Hennessy settled in cognac where he founded the House which bears his name. Over the centuries, his descendants have built up the world’s largest reserves. A number of the very best vintages are stored in a separate cellar, traditionally known as the “Founder’s cellar”. Hennessy draws from this treasure to compose its Paradis Cognac. Value $1,200 Lot 180 Silent Auction Tyrrell’s Vat 1 Wine Pack Donated by Tyrrell’s Wines Add to your wine collection with this Tyrrell’s wine package. Includes six bottles of Tyrrell’s Vat 1 wine. Edward Tyrrell planted his first vines in the Hunter Valley in 1858. His land fast became recognised as some of the Hunter Valley’s finest vineyard land. Value $500 90 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 181 Silent Auction Family Portrait Sitting Donated by Catch Photography How long has it been since you celebrated your family with a professional photograph? Let Catch Photography make it easy by capturing the essence of your family. This is not your average ‘say cheese’ photography. It’s a different approach, showing the special relationships you have with each other - not just simply ‘what you look like’. With an eye for detail and inimitable style, Briony Masters will create precious, natural light images for you to enjoy now and with future generations. This prize entitles you and your immediate family to a portrait session on location and one beautiful, unframed 20 inch x 20 inch paper print of your favourite image. This offer expires 30 August 2010. Value $500 www. catchphotography.com.au Lot 182 Silent Auction Mini Wine Fridge Donated by Tyrrell’s Wines Need more space to store your wine? Then, this Vintec mini wine fridge is for you! Conveniently holds 20 bottles of wine and is suitable for a bar room or for a more formal area of the house. Your wine will be perfectly preserved. Accompanied by two dozen bottles of Tyrells wine. Image for illustration only. Value $500 Lot 183 Silent Auction Company Logo Design Donated by Csquared Design Csquared Design is an award winning, boutique, creative agency based on the Gold Coast. Owned and operated by twin brothers Phil and James Coulson, Csquared Design specialises in corporate branding, logo creation, print management and innovative design concepts for all facets of marketing and advertising. Their passion for thinking outside the square to create fresh and exciting creative concepts for their clients, is matched only by their willingness to donate their time and expertise to worthwhile community events such as the 2009 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball and Hope4Health (a Griffith University Student initiative). Value $660 www.csquared.com.au Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 91 Lot 184 Silent Auction Success Coaching Package Donated by John Buchannon High Performance Team workshop - Bringing the lessons of sport to your business and get the best out of your team today! John Buchanan, former Coach of the Australian Cricket team will share his first hand experience with you and your team at this 3 hour workshop. At the conclusion of the High Performance Teams workshop session with John, you and your team will walk away with: • An evaluation of ‘your team’ compared to a High performance Team • An ability to recognise the immediate priorities and therefore action plans for your business or organisation • An affirmation of your business successes and strategies to highlight these • A clearer understanding of the people your business needs to become or maintain its position as a High Performance Team Value $500 www.buchanancoaching.com Lot 185 Silent Auction Luscious Lashes Donated by Brisbane Lashes Create natural luscious lushes with this amazing package from Brisbane Lashes. Treat yourself to eyelash extensions. Eyelash extensions are a cosmetic process whereby synthetic or natural materials are applied to create a fuller, longer look. Aiming for an authentic, natural feel, they come in various lengths, colours and thicknesses, and can be worn during sleep, showering and swimming. Eyelash extensions differ from “”fake”” or “”false”” eyelashes in that they are applied one by one, and can last for 4 to 6 weeks. Genuine Siberian Mink are the ultimate lash couture. Every single healthy lash will be extended. This package includes one full set of Genuine Siberian Mink lash extensions + five refills. Value $875 www.brisbanelashes.com Lot 186 Silent Auction Esprit Beach Towels Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland Esprit is an international youthful lifestyle brand offering smart, affordable luxury and bringing newness and style to life. These 6 x Esprit beach towels are soft and durable and of a very high quality and will last those many days at the beach or lounging around the pool. Value $250 92 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 187 Silent Auction Guide Dogs Queensland Puppy Rugs X 3 Donated by Guide Dogs Queensland Just perfect are these versatile polar fleece rugs from Guide Dogs Queensland. Great for use in front of tv, as a picnic blanket or even to pamper your pooch! Featuring a distinctive guide dogs print, how can you resist. Value $150 Lot 188 Silent Auction Mimco Marble Button Zip Top Bag Donated by Mimco The Marble Button Zip Top bag is one of Mimco’s signature treasures. It is made from a luxurious textured semi shine cow leather with pigment sprayed for even colouration and wearability. It has a soft hand feel with a medium shine appearance and is highly durable. Mimco’s signature double tubular strapping is used on the Marble Button Zip Top bag for durability and comfort wearing on the shoulder. Brushed silver hardware detailing add a great contrast with the leather colour. It is finished off with the Mimco Signature Lining and is water proof so it can be easily wiped clean. Additional features include internal phone pouch and zip pocket, Marble Button Zip Top, playful front framed and piped pockets and an extendable lock clasp on each side of the Marble Button Zip Top which can be unlocked for extra room inside the bag. Value $450 www.mimco.com.au Lot 189 Silent Auction All Stars Jersey Donated by Reg Williams, Williams Partners Independent Audit Specialists The 2010 NRL All Stars Game was the first time this event was held. The match was a pre season all star game between representative teams, Indigenous Australian vs the best in the NRL and took place at the Gold Coast’s Skilled Park on 13th February 2010. The Indigenous team featured 20 players of Aboriginal descent chosen by the fans votes. The NRL All Stars featured one player from each of the 16 NRL teams as well as the Australian and New Zealand captains and deputy captains. The game was won by the Indigenous team 16 to 12. These are limited Jersey’s with only 25 released throughout Australia!! Value Priceless Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 93 Lot 190 Silent Auction Kane’s Personal Training Donated by Kane Anderson 3x one on one personal training sessions for up tp 2 people. From weight management to muscle gain and personal fitness. Situated at the Southport Demons AFL football club, all ages, all levels. Group classes also available morning/night and most days. Value $300 Lot 191 Silent Auction John Eales Poster Donated by International Quaterback Former Queensland and Australia lock John Eales will be remembered as one of the all-time great rugby players. His retirement from Rugby in September 2001 marked the end of an era for the Australian game. In a career that spanned 10 years, John played 86 Tests for Australia, captaining them on 55 occasions accumulating 173 test points. During this time he was regarded as the most outstanding forward in world rugby. This personally signed poster captures highlights of John’s illustrious career and is a must have for any Rugby fan. Value Priceless Lot 192 Silent Auction Don Bradman Bitter Ale Donated by Friends of Guide Dogs Queensland BRADMAN’S BITTER ALE, in Honour of Australia’s most famous Cricketer, Sir Donald Bradman, 375ml unopened beer bottle ‘Special Release’ stubby for the World Cup 1992, printed logo around the neck, label with a coloured image of Bradman stepping out to drive, after the original painting by d’Arcy Doyle, ‘Sir Donald and His Trusty Blade’, now in the Queensland Cricketers Club at the Gabba, the label is signed by d’Arcy Doyle and the Queensland brewer, Bernard Power dated 21.2.92 Value Priceless 94 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ Lot 193 Silent Auction A night of Romance Donated by Lauxes & Mantra Group A night to remember of decadent dining at Lauxes. Take pleasure in the Signature Aphrodisiac Degustation Menu for two featuring seven sumptuous steps to heaven matched with delectable wines & polished off with port to seal the passion. You will also enjoy overnight accommodation in a deluxe selfcontained north facing room at ‘Mantra’ - Broadbeach On The Park. Just an elevator ride home after your dining delight at Lauxes. Accommodation conditions apply. Value $750 www.lauxes.com.au Lot 194 Silent Auction Taj Burrow - Quiksilver Pro Donated by Bruce Lynton Land Rover This is your chance to secure a piece of surfing history! Take home this framed Quiksilver Pro rash vest signed by Taj Burrow - surfing’s current world number 1 after his win at the Gold Coast’s 2010 Quiksilver Pro at Snapper Rocks. Perfect for the surfing enthusiast! Value Priceless Lot 195 Silent Auction “Horsemaster Outback” by Brian Harris Donated by Marine & Equine Artist, Brian Harris Marine Artist Brian Harris came to Australia from London in 1966. He first started painting 17 years ago and has since had 28 solo exhibitions and won 200 art awards including Victor Harbour and Royal Sydney Easter Show. Brian’s works are exhibited in galleries throughout Australia and he belongs to the Australian Society of Marine Artists, the International Society of Marine Painters, and he is a Royal Queensland Art Society (Gold Coast) Committee Member. (Watercolour Framed H79cm x W42cm) Value $750 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’ 95 Lot 196 Silent Auction Dining At Four Winds Revolving Restaurant Donated by Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise Enjoy a spectacular lunch or dinner for two in Four Winds Revolving Restaurant. Also included in this package is 1 bottle of the wine of the season and complimentary parking. Four Winds is Queensland’s only revolving restaurant. So sit back, relax and enjoy fine food and unsurpassed views of the magnificent Gold Coast beach and hinterland. Voucher expires 31st October 2010. Conditions apply. Value $150 www.surfersparadise.crowneplaza.com Lot 197 Silent Auction Damien Naughton Shearer’s Shower Donated by Servcorp Damien’s family had sheep stations covering a vast section of NSW and Victoria, and Damien, as a young man, did his apprenticeship as a shearer. This painting is a memory of Clare Station near Ivanhoe in Western NSW. The painting contains many funny cameos and these sum up for Damien the humour needed to sustain one’s choice to farm this dry and ancient land. Giclee Canvas Limited Edition Print Size: 500mm x 900mm. Original Painting Size: 500 x 900 (20” x 36”) Frame Size: 75mm (3”). This piece will come complete with an independent valuation. Reserve $8,000 www.servcorp.com.au Lot 198 Silent Auction Lauxes for all Occasions Donated by Lauxes & Hummer Limousines Located in the heart of Broadbeach, Lauxes offers a sophisticated and stylish venue for your next special occasion, reknown for the ultimate Gold Coast social experience. Enjoy a two hour cocktail party with canapes and cheese boards for up to 20 guests with a beverage package including sparkling wines & beer. You and your guests will also travel in style with a stretch Hummer for two hour use for up to 14 passengers! This is the package ideal for any event from birthdays, hen’s nights to corporate! Lauxes is the perfect destination for all occasions. Conditions apply. Value $3,200 www.lauxes.com.au 96 Bruce Lynton Charity Ball 2010 ‘Ten Year Anniversary’