Winners All Round as Favourite Takes Cup

PUNTERS were out in force – and style – as Melbourne Cup fever hit Ipswich yesterday.

And the result couldn’t have been better for Ipswich race fans as the hot favourite Fiorente,

ridden by three-time winning jockey Damien Oliver, stormed home at Flemington.

Loud cheers erupted around friends Aislinn Dwyer and Jessica McGill inside the Char’d restaurant as the number six horse charged past the post, securing a first Melbourne Cup victory for legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse.

“I had a feeling,” an ecstatic Ms Dwyer said. “My uncle’s mother said number six and I had a weird feeling for Fiorente.

“She had me saying six all day and I thought I’ve got to win.”

Nigel Bates was thrilled with his small win, saying he always backed a Gai Waterhouse horse.

“I went with the favourite, but I’m a huge Gai Waterhouse fan,” he said. The PA Hotel was awash with colour for the fashions on the field event, but it was Sheree Thorton, of Bundamba, who took out the style stakes with her eye-catching lime and black number.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International was the next best thing to being trackside at Flemington, with party-goers enjoying a picnic-themed luncheon and all the action on the big screen.

Get Ready to Celebrate City's Style - Ipswich Fashion Festival

STYLING UP: Kimberley Allen-Ankins (left) and Shauna Darr show a glimpse of what will be on offer at the fashion festival. (IMAGE: David Nielsen)

FASHION students, local designers and retailers will soon take centre stage for an event fashion lovers will not be able to resist.

The Metro Hotel Ipswich International is readying the runway for a Gala Fashion Evening as part of this year's Ipswich Fashion Festival.

The premier regional fashion event will showcase the latest creations from local and metropolitan designers and retailers.

Designer collections on show include Leigh Buchanan Designs, When Freddie Met Lilly by Vanessa Hoe, Queensland Bridal Design and much, much more.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International general manager Ted Matthews said the evening was a wonderful way of showcasing the enormous amount of local talent and fashion that is available in the city.
"Ipswich is fortunate to have so much wonderful fashion on offer but we also enjoy getting together for a great night out," he said.

"The Gala Fashion Evening has been organised to not only celebrate the diversity of fashion and design here in Ipswich, but to also be a night of great fun."

The event will be held at the hotel's Grandchester Ballroom on Friday, October 25, from 6.30pm and include wine and canapés before the runway show.

There will also be a performance by Ipswich-based Allula Productions' burlesque show and the announcement of the winners of the Pfaff Student Design Awards.

For guests who can arrive early, Stefan Hair Salon will provide a complimentary hair and beauty bar from 4.30-6.30pm.

Tickets to the Gala Fashion Evening are $22 and can be purchased from the Ipswich Events Corporation on 3812 2974.

For more information about the Ipswich Fashion Festival visit ipswichcentral.com.au

Other Ipswich Fashion Festival events

• What: Vintage Vixens and Retro Rockabilly' Fashion Fiesta.
• Where: Ipswich City Mall.
• When: Saturday, October 26, from 9.30am - 1.30pm.
• What: Catwalk Collections' Fashion Parade.
• Where: Riverlink Shopping Centre
• When: Saturday, October 26, from 1pm.

Ipswich Fashion Festival 2013

Don't Miss the 2013 Ipswich Fashion Festival - Catwalk, Culture and Couture

TICKETS ON SALE NOW – ONLY $22.00 per person. 

PHONE: 3812 - 2974

Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Grandchester Ballroom

Friday 25 October 2013

6.30pm—8.30pm

The premier fashion event of the year! A celebration of the diversity of fashion, design and culture.

Runway Designs by Leigh Buchanan Designs and Vanessa Hoe “When Freddie met Lilly’, Naked in the Night Clothing Co, Qld Bridal Design, Pret a Porter, and the PFAFF Student Design Awards.

Wine & canapés 6.30pm on The Terrace.

Runway Showing:7.00pm

Spectacular performance by Allula Productions

Free Guest Hair & Beauty Bar 4.30pm—6.30pm . Bookings essential.

Tickets: $22.00pp. Phone 3812 2974

All tickets enter the draw to win fabulous prizes.

Vintage Vixens & Retro Rockabilly’ Fashion Fiesta!

9.30am—1.30pm

Ipswich City Mall

Saturday 26 October 2013

Stalls packed with vintage and retro clothing and accessories and preloved fashion. Join us for the Prom King and Queen pageant, Vintage Cars, Swing Dance, Fashion Parade, Miss Lindy Charm School, the Sugar Shakers, and so much more.

‘Catwalk Collections’ Fashion Parade

Riverlink Shopping Centre

1.00pm

Saturday 26 October 2013

The Gala Fashion Designs cross the Bremer River. Where high-end fashion meets Ready to Wear. Parade includes Designer pieces, Qld Bridal Designs, Pret a Porter, and the Student Design Award winners.

Mother’s Day High Tea at Platform 9 - Metro Hotel Ipswich International

An elegant and decadent way to spoil your Mum this Mother’s Day High Tea includes scones,
sandwiches and savories at your table from our beautiful tiered High Tea stands.

Unlimited Filtered Coffee or English Breakfast Tea is included

Plus a glass of bubbles on arrival for Mum

There’s no better way to show how much your Mum means on Mother’s Day, That all the family can enjoy

Cost per Adult $35.00 each
Cost per child (4-12years) $15.00
Under 4 years Free of Charge

To avoid disappointment please book early as places are limited
Call 07 3812 8077
Platform 9 Restaurant
Metro Hotel Ipswich International
Enquire to: fedney@metrohg.com

Elvis to the Max - The King in Concert

Featuring – Max Pellicano

It’s 35 years since the passing of “The King”, but Elvis Presley’s legend lives on in the guise of Max Pellicano, whose uncanny resemblance and thrilling performances have mesmerised Australians over the last two decades.

Max’s tribute goes beyond impersonation. His looks, moves, vocal style, impressions and humour are so accurate it’s truly amazing. The attitude – shy but confident – that Max Pellicano mimics, with a rich Mississippi drawl, is typically Elvis. Even his costumes are exact replicas, made by Elvis’s personal tailor.

The Elvis To The Max production, The King In Concert, will be presented in three stages: King of Rock ‘n’ Roll – the '50s Masters; the ’68 Comeback TV Special that was regarded as a forerunner of the “Unplugged” concept; and the music concert called Aloha From Hawaii.  In true Elvis-style, Max will be supported by an 11-piece band and four back-up singers.

Elvis To The Max – The King In Concert is being presented in Australia by Abstract Entertainment.

Show Dates: Friday 19 April 2013

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Ipswich Property Investment Seminar

A speaker with expertise and experience in successful property investment will provide you with:

• Ways to legally reduce your income tax
• How to borrow within your DIY Super Fund for property investment
• Exiting new options with mortgage elimination products
• Cash flow benefits created by investment in properties
• The National Rental Affordability Scheme which could see you claiming over $100,000 over 10 years from State and Federal Governments to offset your investment
• Our Quality Plan and Investment Strategy that provides peace of mind and security for the long term including 10 year rental guarantees and a 10 year Property Maintenance Plan

ParkTrent is committed to making the property investment experience as simple and rewarding as possible.

We want you to come and form your own opinions.

Venue Address: Metro Hotel Ipswich International ~ 43 South Street Ipswich QLD 4305

Start Time:  7:15pm for a 7:30pm start

Light refreshments will be provided at the end of the seminar. Come along and learn.

Register for this event:

http://www.parktrent.com.au/properties-group/property-investment-seminar/event-registration.aspx?EventId=36642

Metro Hotel Ipswich International the Place To Be On Melbourne Cup Day

Metro Hotel Ipswich International will once again host its popular Melbourne Cup Luncheon, so it’s time to spruce up your favourite hat, get out your best dress and dust off your stilettos.

The 2012 Melbourne Cup runners will bound out of their starting gates at 3pm on Tuesday 6 November  – the moment when every true blue Aussie will be fixed to a screen watching  as some of the world’s finest horse flesh competes to win the country’s most coveted racing title. And you can be part of the action, watching it all on a super-sized screen along with a host of other party-goers at Metro Hotel Ipswich International.

Celebrations will commence at 12 noon and continue until the conclusion of the race, shortly after 3pm. For the price of $75 per person, guests will enjoy a 4-course lunch, a selection of beverages (including beer, house wine and soft drink), Sweepstakes, raffles, lucky door prizes, a fashion parade and, of course, prizes for the best hat and best dressed guest.

There will also be a prize for the best dressed stiletto heel, with guests invited to be creative and decorate one stiletto for the chance to win one of three prizes from Obsession Shoes.  Stilettos will need to be dropped off at the hotel two weeks prior, and you must be attending the Luncheon to enter the competition.

The Melbourne Cup Luncheon is being held in support of the Ipswich Hospital Foundation (Sunshine Circle Appeal).

Hotel General Manager Ted Matthews said the Melbourne Cup provides a wonderful opportunity to organise a group of friends or work colleagues, to dress up and to celebrate a fabulous occasion, while also helping to raise money for a worthy local cause.

Continue Reading at Metro Hotels Press Releases

Conference Factsheet - Metro Hotel Ipswich International

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Metro Hotel Ipswich International boasts several different function rooms, each room individual in their style and layout. We can cater for small groups from 2 guests to large groups of 450 guests.

See the Groups and Meetings Page on Metro Hotel Ipswch International's website

Metro Hotel Ipswich International Teams Up With Thomas the Tank Engine - Metro Hotels

Metro Hotel Ipswich International has teamed up for the fourth year with The Workshops Rail Museum to offer families a fantastic holiday deal enabling children to personally meet the world famous Thomas the Tank Engine in the summer holidays.

Eager to provide families with yet another reason to visit Queensland’s oldest provincial city, Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering a great value package that includes two night’s accommodation and a family ticket for two adults and two children to attend a Day Out With Thomas at the Workshops Rail Museum for just $277.00*, The package is only available from January 26 to 29th 2012 inclusive.

The Workshops Rail Museum is set on the birthplace of Queensland Rail and was crowned Australia’s best heritage and cultural tourism attractions at the 2008 Australian Tourism Awards. It is one of the city’s premier tourist attractions.

Children, families and train enthusiasts are all equally thrilled at a visit to this multi-award winning museum where they can learn all there is to know about trains, railways and the history of rail, from early steam engines and diesel giants to high-tech tilt trains.

Read on at Metro Hotels Press Releases:

Metro Hotel Ipswich International Teams Up With Thomas the Tank Engine - Metro Hotels

White Christmas Helps Tiny Blaise

WHETHER you are organising a work group or a gathering of friends to celebrate the festive season, this year the Metro Hotel Ipswich International has devised the perfect event - a Winter Wonderland Christmas function, complete with one of the world's most experienced Santas.

While the weather may be warm outside, the hotel is expecting a winter chill on November 11 as it dresses itself in its winter finery.

Guests will be treated to a wide array of festive nibbles, a two-course Christmas dinner and beverages.

Entertainment will be provided by a mobile DJ, while a magical elf with a sack full of tricks will perform.

Funds will be raised for two-year-old Blaise Wyatt, who suffers from cerebral palsy.

Blaise's parents Dawn and Cameron Wyatt aim to take the toddler to the United States for treatment. Raffle tickets will be sold on the night.

To book for the Winter Wonderland event, call the hotel on 3812 8077.

What's On at Metro Hotel Ipswich International 2011

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There's Plenty happening at Metro Hotel Ipswich International for the second half of 2011... browse the Metro Hotel Ipswich International Newsletter to find out all about the events and specials coming soon to Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Christmas Day Buffet at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Christmas Day Buffet at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Find out more about this Christmas Day Buffet at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Metro Hotel Ipswich International
43 South Street (Cnr Foote Lane) Ipswich Qld 4305
Phone Toll Free 1800 066 499
Phone: +61 7 38128077
Fax: +61 7 38128277
ipswich@metrohg.com

Pat Cash at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Recently Pat Cash visited Ipswich and Stayed at Metro Hotel Ipswich International.

See images of Pat with General Manager of Metro Hotel Ipswich International Alex Van Kersen.

V8’s Ipswich 300 dinner held at Grandchester Ballroom Metro hotel Ipswich International 29th April

photo taken during Holden V8’s Ipswich 300 dinner held at Grandchester Ballroom Metro hotel Ipswich International 29th April.

Dinner organized by Metro Hotel Ipswich International and the Childrens Variety Club with all proceeds going to Variety.

An auction was held during the dinner which raised $6000.00 for the good course.

In the photo left to right; Garth Tander of theToll Holden Racing Team, Alex van Kersen GM Metro Hotel Ipswich International and Wil Davison Toll Holden Racing Team.