Published Saturday, 11 October, 2008 at 06:00 AM
Minister for Communities, Disability Services, ATSIP, Multicultural Affairs, Seniors and Youth
The Honourable Lindy Nelson-Carr
Reading and writing goes global at multicultural fest
Families can mix education with cultural discovery at Diversity Writes – World of Stories at this weekend’s free Multicultural Festival on Sunday, October 12, at Roma Street Parkland between 11am and 4pm.
Communities and Multicultural Affairs Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said children and families would have the chance to discover and explore stories and cultures from around the world.
“Diversity Writes – World of Stories is an exceptional educational element of the festival, giving children an opportunity to experience the world through stories, readings, painting and music,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
“Presenters will use a range of activities and techniques to engage young ones, helping them discover the oral tradition behind our stories and cultures.
“Children will hear stories from a range of geographic areas, including Mexico, Africa and the Torres Strait Islands.”
Ms Nelson-Carr said this year’s Diversity Writes – World of Stories program would be delivered by the State Library of Queensland and The Courier-Mail Little Big Book Club, with tremendous support from many businesses and government agencies.
The activities, which will run from 11am-4pm, will take place in the Children’s and Family Workshop Area at the festival.
More than 120 different acts and activities will form part of this year’s Queensland Multicultural Festival program, including music, dance, literature, theatre, football, art, traditional and contemporary cultural activities.
Roma Street Parkland will come alive with five stages of live entertainment as part of the festival and another five precincts dedicated to such activities as cooking demonstrations, Shakespeare, puppetry, art, music and dance.
Queensland Roar FC players will also be signing autographs and sharing tricks of the trade onsite at the Lakes Lawn precinct, thanks to the Queensland Government’s partnership with the club as part of the Queensland Roars Against Racism campaign.
Samples of this year’s highlights include a headline performance by Brisbane’s own Katie Noonan, renowned Blues-Indian fusion artist Harry Manx from Canada and a significant ceremony for new Australian citizens.
Roma Street Parkland activities run from 10am to 8pm and entry is free. All are welcome to attend and public transport is recommended.
The 2008 Queensland Multicultural Festival is supported by major sponsors Queensland University of Technology, Network Ten, Translink, OurBrisbane.com, and Roma Street Parkland.
To find out more about the event or for details about the festival program, visit www.multicultural.qld.gov.au
Media Contact: Minister’s Office 3235 4280, Harry Landman 0407 637 510
Communities and Multicultural Affairs Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said children and families would have the chance to discover and explore stories and cultures from around the world.
“Diversity Writes – World of Stories is an exceptional educational element of the festival, giving children an opportunity to experience the world through stories, readings, painting and music,” Ms Nelson-Carr said.
“Presenters will use a range of activities and techniques to engage young ones, helping them discover the oral tradition behind our stories and cultures.
“Children will hear stories from a range of geographic areas, including Mexico, Africa and the Torres Strait Islands.”
Ms Nelson-Carr said this year’s Diversity Writes – World of Stories program would be delivered by the State Library of Queensland and The Courier-Mail Little Big Book Club, with tremendous support from many businesses and government agencies.
The activities, which will run from 11am-4pm, will take place in the Children’s and Family Workshop Area at the festival.
More than 120 different acts and activities will form part of this year’s Queensland Multicultural Festival program, including music, dance, literature, theatre, football, art, traditional and contemporary cultural activities.
Roma Street Parkland will come alive with five stages of live entertainment as part of the festival and another five precincts dedicated to such activities as cooking demonstrations, Shakespeare, puppetry, art, music and dance.
Queensland Roar FC players will also be signing autographs and sharing tricks of the trade onsite at the Lakes Lawn precinct, thanks to the Queensland Government’s partnership with the club as part of the Queensland Roars Against Racism campaign.
Samples of this year’s highlights include a headline performance by Brisbane’s own Katie Noonan, renowned Blues-Indian fusion artist Harry Manx from Canada and a significant ceremony for new Australian citizens.
Roma Street Parkland activities run from 10am to 8pm and entry is free. All are welcome to attend and public transport is recommended.
The 2008 Queensland Multicultural Festival is supported by major sponsors Queensland University of Technology, Network Ten, Translink, OurBrisbane.com, and Roma Street Parkland.
To find out more about the event or for details about the festival program, visit www.multicultural.qld.gov.au
Media Contact: Minister’s Office 3235 4280, Harry Landman 0407 637 510