The Event - Carols in the Domain
Get Into the Spirit
The Event
When: Saturday 19 December 2009
Where: Domain, Sydney
Be there when the stars come out!
12.00noon: Event carnival kicks off. Sponsor marquees, public catering, children's carnival and carolsTV on the big screens.
3.00pm: Channel 7 autograph stage opens and pre-show entertainment on stage
8.30pm: Woolworths Carols in the Domain concert commences
11.00pm Event finishes
Woolworths Carols in the Domain is Australia’s largest free Christmas concert. Every year tens of thousands of people come together to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, while raising funds for The Salvation Army Oasis Youth Support Network. Those who can’t make it to the Domain can enjoy this spectacular concert live via the Seven Network.
This year marks the 27th year of Woolworths Carols in the Domain. The date's been set for Saturday 19 December and some of the biggest names in Australian show business will grace the stage. Woolworths, our major sponsor, activeTV, the event and television producers and broadcaster, the Seven Network, look forward to welcoming you to this very special event.
2009 will again feature an exciting line-up of talented performers. Keep an eye on our website as the event draws nearer for all of the latest Woolworths Carols in the Domain news and announcements, including the unveiling of this year's performers.
Getting There
The Domain is adjacent to the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens, between Art Gallery Road and Hospital Road, Sydney.
Patrons are advised to use public transport when attending the event
By Train: Exit at St James, Martin Place or Circular Quay
By Ferry: Walk to the Gardens from Circular Quay
By Bus: Take the Sydney Explorer buses 441 or 200
For timetable enquiries please call the Transport Info Line on 131 500 or visit www.131500.com.au for more specific details.
We encourage you to use public transport. However, limited car parking is available at the Domain Car Park (operated by Interpark). For more details please visit http://www.interparkaustralia.com.au/
What to bring
Patrons are encouraged to bring:
- Rugs, cushions and ground seating
- Free standing shade structures (no pegs please)
- Hat and sunscreen
- Plenty of Christmas Spirit
What not to bring
- Plastic Ground Cover
- Elevated seating and large beach umbrellas
- Glass products
- Pegs (metal, plastic or wooden) as they damage underground irrigation and are a hazard to picnickers and footballers using the Domain. Please do not place any tent pegs into the ground.
- Sparklers / Fireworks
- Tents or marquee's
- Pets
- BBQ's
- Bean bags or inflatable furniture
- Alcohol - Woolworths Carols in the Domain is a family event
Food and Beverages
A variety of food is available at the Domain to suit everyone’s taste. Located at various spots throughout the venue, the food ranges from your traditional take away delights to Thai, Himalayan and Turkish cuisine.
Woolworths’ Carols in the Domain is an alcohol friendly family event and members of the general public bringing their own alcohol to the site will be monitored with the help of security and the police.
Patrons are asked to please bring plastic bottles or cans, as glass is not allowed in the Domain. Please also remember to drink plenty of water throughout the event day.
Patrons who become intoxicated, abusive, offensive or quarrelsome will be removed from the site.
Please note that alcohol will not be sold at the venue during the event and will only be provided during corporate hospitality.
Carols in the Domain is an alcohol restricted event.
Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Marquee
Your first stop this year at Woolworths Carols in the Domain is to head to the Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Marquee and pick up your FREE Fresh Food Kids showbag. But make sure you get there early as they wont last!! The reusable calico bag contains a Woolworths Fresh Food Kids cap, colouring sheet, pencils, recipe cards and of course a healthy piece of fruit.
The Fresh Food Kids Marquee will also keep the kids entertained by providing professional spray tattoos between 2pm-7pm.
Looking for more ways to get the kids interested in healthy food? Make sure you visit our new Fresh Food Kids website. www.woolworths.com.au and follow the link to Fresh Food Kids.
Proudly supported by
Telstra Marquee
Santa's coming to the Telstra Marquee!
You can have your photo taken with Santa and we'll send it to your mobile phone^. What better way to stay in touch with your family and friends than by sending them your photo as a holiday greeting. You can even have your photo printed out on the spot.
You can also browse the latest Telstra Next GTM mobile phones, so make sure you visit the Telstra Marquee on the day.
Telstra's Elves will be around the Domain taking photos of you with your family and friends enjoying the festivities, and showing you how to video call Santa to see if he is home. The first 500 people to participate will receive a Christmas Cracker with the chance to win VIP lawn tickets for four to Carols in the Domain, thanks to the Telstra Next GTM Network*.
^ Terms and conditions TBC
Proudly supported by
MLC Christmas Retreat
- The MLC Christmas Retreat will host free activities for families throughout the afternoon. Professional Face painting for kids and an extra special treat for parents and grandparents - a team of MLC Christmas Angels giving free five minute shoulder massages. There will also be a magician to entertain everyone just outside the MLC Christmas Retreat.
- Throughout the day an army of MLC Christmas Angels will work their way through the crowd offering relaxing neck and shoulder massages to Mums and Dads waiting for the Carols to begin.
- Families will be able to fill out a competition form being handed out by the MLC Christmas Angels for he chance to win an MLC Investment package worth $5000 as well as a $200 Toys R Us voucher for the kids. Two Runners up will win a $200 and $100 Toys R Us voucher. The winners will be drawn and announced at the MLC Christmas Retreat at 6.30pm. Winners przes will be awarded on the main stage at 6.45pm
- The MLC Christmas Retreat will be open from 12 noon until 7pm.
Proudly supported by
Channel 7 Autograph Stage and Mix 106.5
Don’t miss the opportunity to get an autograph from one of your favourite Channel Seven stars. From 3.00pm onwards visit the stars from Channel 7 at the autograph stage located right opposite the Carol Koala Marquee. You never know who you might meet!
3.30PM - 4.30PM
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4.30PM - 5.30PM
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5.30PM-6.30PM
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Please be aware these times are subject to change
Carols in the Domain’s official radio station Mix106.5 will be broadcasting live from the Domain from 3.30pm until 7pm. Come along to the MIX stage and visit on-air presenters, as they get into the Christmas spirit! MIX 106.5 will then simulcast live from 8.30pm.
Proudly supported by
Carols Candle Bags
The Woolworths’ Carols in the Domain Candle Bag will be on sale at a cost of $15. It’s full of a variety of fantastic products, valued at over $100. Every dollar raised from the sale of the candle bags goes to The Salvation Army’s Oasis Youth Support Network, who work with young people affected by homelessness and provide them with support to move from the streets to independent living and employment.
Candle Bags can be purchased from a Salvation Army representative, or at the following locations: Corner of Hospital Road and Art Gallery Road Hospital Road (opposite Martin Place) Corner of Hospital Road and Cahill Expressway
It’s a great cause so this Christmas please buy a candle bag or make a donation to help those less fortunate.
Whats inside the 2009 Candle Bag:
- Four Candles & Holders
- Matches
- Capilano Honey Snap & Squeeze
- La Gina Risotto Pronto
- Two Lindt Lindor Balls
- Uncle Tobys Fruit Fix Mango
- Women 's weekly Mini Cookbook
- Energizer AA Batteries
- Kleenex Two Pack Tissues
- Old El Paso Tortillas
- Glade Glass Scent Holder or Baygon Flower Fly Bait
- VI VA Stainless Steel Wipes
- Winn Red Glace Cherries
- Palmolive Hair Care Samples
- Goulburn Valley Fruit SNA CK
- We t Ones Antibacterial Sachet
- Artline Marker or Maped Sharpener or Eraser
- Kraft Easy Mac Bowl
- Chux Magic Eraser or Armor All Wash & Wax
- Assorted Pacific Magazine
- Goldfaber Lead Pencils
- Vittoria Chocochino Drinking Chocolate
- Sorbent Clean & Fresh Toilet Wipes
- Libra Liner Breathable
- Dilmah Black Tea Bag
- Wrigley's Extra Gum
- Macleans Toothpaste
- SunRice Mexican Microwave Rice
- Brita $5 Discount Voucher
- Wow Select Product
- Swisspers Self-heating Facial Mask
- Assorted Yates Garden remedy
- Natural Selections Massage Soap Bar
- Huggies Baby Wipes Sample Pack
- McCormick Season Salt Sachet
- Nivea Light Kiss Lip Balm
- John Sands Assorted Product
- Assorted News Limited Magazine
- Kelloggs Just Right
- Arnotts Tiny Teddy Biscuits
- Arnotts Vita-Wheat Grain Snacks
- Mars pet Food Treat
- Sony Christmas DVD
- Neutrogena Sample
- Samboy Chips
- MLC Cap
Proudly supported by
Children's Carnival
Located along Hospital Road and Arbor Day Walk, the daytime carnival commences at 12 noon on Saturday. A jumping castle, laughing clowns and merry go round will be available, along with some other fantastic entertainment.
Disabled Seating and Access
Every year, event organisers secure a seated area for people with disabilities and allow family, friends and carers to use this area as well. The assigned area has a good view and is in the shade. This location is adjacent to Central Avenue and beside the VIP area.
There is a vehicle drop off zone on the corner of Hospital and Art Gallery Roads.
Information Booth/Lost Parents
The first point of contact for all parents looking for lost children should be at the information both located stage right on Hospital Road. The information booth, manned by qualified Salvation Army representatives is also your main area of contact regarding general event issues.
Please assist the Salvos with lost kids by writing your mobile phone number on their arm. This way we can contact you sooner.
Merchandise
Lots of wonderful merchandise will be for sale on the day, including Santa hats, glow products, angel wings and halos. Merchandise will range in price from $4.00 to $20.00.
If you are buying merchandise please buy only from official Woolworths’ Carols in the Domain merchandisers. These will be located on site. Merchandisers selling outside the Domain do not support our event.
Public Amenities
Toilets for people with disabilities are located at three points:
- At the western end of the toilet blocks parallel to the Cahill Expressway
- Near the disabled seating zone on Central Ave
Standard toilet blocks are available along the perimeters of The Domain precinct on Hospital Rd and Cahill Expressway.
Seating at the Event
Patrons are encouraged to bring picnic rugs and ground seating from home. Seating that meets Botanic Gardens Trust standards will be available for hire at the venue. The cost is approximately $8.00 per seat plus a deposit for a day’s usage. Please note that high chairs and beach umbrellas cannot be used on the Domain site so be sure to bring your sunscreen and hat along with you.
Telephones
Public phones are located on the corner of Hospital Road and Macquarie Street near The Domain. The Art Gallery of NSW and Sydney Hospital also have public phones.
Preserving the Gardens
As users of the Domain we are reminded to be cautious of people pouring ice from their drink coolers and placing plastic mats on the grass. Such actions are likely to cause damage to the grounds.
Wax dripping from candles on to the Domain grounds throughout the evening causes significant damage to the grassed areas and all patrons attending the event are encouraged to use the candle holders provided in the Salvation Army Show bags.
Look after The Gardens because after all they belong to you.
