Melbourne Cup at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

2015 Ipswich Melbourne Cup Event

• Melbourne Cup at Harvest Restaurant and Bar (Metro Hotel Ipswich International)
• $15.00 per person offering featuring finger food and a drink on arrival
• 12 noon to 2.30pm

Father's Day at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Dine Out With Dad This Weekend in Ipswich

Ipswich’s premier dining experience

•    Internationally acclaimed Head Chef Guy Farrow
•    Open for A la-carte dinners 7 nights a week
•    Platform 9 Restaurant at Metro Hotel Ipswich
    International is ideal for a special occasion
    or relaxed dining experience   

For bookings phone 3812 8077 

Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Firm Focus: Hotel Helps Make Your Big Event Memorable

GREAT LOCATION: Metro Hotel Ipswich International general manager Earl Muir

ON SATURDAY, May 2, the Ipswich CBD will be alive with the action, colour and entertainment of the annual Ipswich Festival.

Part of the activities will be the showcase of events presented by the Metro Hotel Ipswich International, service sponsor of this year's Ipswich Festival.

General manager Earl Muir said the hotel could assist customers looking for a great location in Ipswich for their special event.

"We proudly support the Ipswich Festival and we are taking this opportunity while people are in town to remind people we are here," Mr Muir said.

Amidst the array of things to do, pop into the hotel at 43 South St, Ipswich and meet with the experienced events team to talk to them about your upcoming event, be it a wedding, gala dinner, formal or special birthday party.

"Our team will be able to give you many ideas from themed rooms, menus, entertainment and everything that will make your event an experience to remember. And while you are there, enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly and tease your tastebuds with a selection of canapés," he said.

By simply having a chat about a future event and checking out the venue, you could win one night's accommodation, full buffet breakfast and dinner for two and a sunset flight with Pterodactyl Helicopters worth $980, so make sure you fill in the entry form.

The hotel's events showcase is being held from 11am-4pm, leaving time for visitors to stroll around the corner to take up position for the Ipswich Festival Parade at 6pm.

"We offer a complete package for weddings, the only hotel in the city that does so, including accommodation, venue, food and beverage package it means that the couple have a flat, per head cost and room for them to add their own personal touches to their special day," he said.

When it comes to conferences, the variety of rooms available is sure to please. Each room has high speed data connectivity, data projector and standard resources, Metro offers conference packages.

Mr Muir is no stranger to hospitality, starting out with the hotel scene around backpackers in Europe, working in resorts in far North Queensland and with Rick Stein, Alistair McLeod and other well-known chefs.

"I have been here for a year now and it is a very rewarding opportunity," he said.

Metro Hotels is the public face of Transmetro Corporation, an Australian owned public company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. The group currently provides a national accommodation network of properties, with more than 1000 rooms in key locations and major cities across Australia.

Visit Metro Hotel Ipswich International during the festival celebrations on May 2. 

For more details phone 3812 8077

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Degustation Christmas Lunch at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

The Ipswich dining scene has raised its game with the presence of international experienced English chef, Guy Farrow. Before arriving in Australia, Chef Guy worked in roles as Sous Chef at the famous five-star Savoy Hotel in London which has accommodated and dined hundreds of celebrity actors, rock stars, politicians and royalty.

Prior to that, Chef Guy worked at the equally famous stately home of Cliveden in Taplow, home of Lord and Lady Astor and also the setting to the world renowned ‘ Profumo Scandal’ that occurred in the 1960’s. Guy is classically trained in cooking and was inspired by his ‘idol’ Raymond Blanc, OBE when Guy started his cooking career at Oakley Court Hotel. The hotel is situated on the River Thames near Windsor where he was trained by Masterchef, Murdo McSween.

At the Metro Hotel Ipswich International this Christmas, Guy brings his diverse experience in fine dining and event catering with a fabulous eight course Degustation Christmas Day lunch. There will be no traditional turkeys with all the trimmings or plum pudding with lashes of brandy custard, instead Guy will use local produce to include vegetables, seafood, salads, beef and a variety of home-made sauces,. Cost of the meal is $135 and a special vegetarian menu is also available.

Chef Guy understands foods that go with the climate and has not forgotten his days growing up in the UK. “I always remember waking up on Christmas morning, going for an early crisp walk to church with the family and the smell of log fires” he says. “When we arrived back home, it was opening of the presents and waiting for the hot traditional turkey complete with the trimmings, followed by huge servings of plum pudding with brandy custard” he adds.

After extensive travelling Guy set up home in Brisbane spending three and half years teaching cooking at the Private Hospitality Training School. His vision as Executive Chef at the Metro Ipswich International is to work even closer with as many local producers from Ipswich to the Lockyer Valle and present special themed meals according to the seasonality of the produce. He is also working on setting up a cooking school to share his passion with as many people who are enthusiastic to learn his culinary skills and techniques.

When asked what his tip was for cooking Christmas lunch, regardless of hot or cold, his reply “Give yourself plenty of time. Prepare as much as possible a couple of days beforehand and have minimum cooking on the day. Keep it simple and use nice flavours” he said. “And relax and enjoy the company around you” he added.

Enjoy a family getaway this summer at Metro Hotel Ipswich International. Terrific value from $150 per night including a full buffet breakfast (for up to 4 guests) in our own Platform 9 Restaurant and accommodation in a self-contained, family-friendly apartment. Featuring a kitchenette with dishwasher, LCD TV with DVD player and Foxtel, minibar and complimentary Wifi, they are the ideal choice for families visiting Ipswich. Complimentary car parking is also available on site.

Bookings can be made at Metro Hotel Ipswich International by calling the toll free Central Reservations line on 1800 004 321 or visitwww.metrohotels.com.au to book online.

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Ipswich Civic Theatre

Ipswich Civic Theatre

Ipswich Civic Centre is a stunning combination of premier entertainment venue and community-focused function centre.

We  provide a range of services and facilities to support a wide cross-section of the local community and through the exciting Festival of Theatre program presents live music, special events and theatrical performances.

Located in the heart of Ipswich Central (on the corner of Limestone and Nicholas Streets) the Civic Centre has been proudly serving the Ipswich community and guests since 1975.

More information is available on the hire of the venue for functions (including weddings) and performances.

Tickets for performances and events can be purchased online at any time (ceasing just 18 hours prior to performance) and over the phone or in-person via our box office.

Find Out What’s On at Ipswich Civic Theatre

Ipswich Civic Theatre is located next door to Metro Hotel Ipswich International, A popular Ipswich CBD Hotel and Apartments Accommodation Provider

View the official Civic Theatre Website http://www.ipswichciviccentre.com.au/

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Metro Hotel Ipswich International - Quality Ipswich Accommodation

This city centre hotel overlooks city parklands and walking distance to the Ipswich Civic Centre which is next door to the Hotel and this is the premier entertainment venue in Ipswich.

The hotel has a reputation for personalised service whether this is for a hotel function or conference, weddings, business or leisure accommodation or dining at Platform 9 restaurant.

Nearby tourist attractions include the Ipswich Art Gallery, the Queensland Workshop Railway Museum and for the adventure seekers and family fun there’s balloon rides to high adrenaline packages by helicopter, airboat and paintball.

Ipswich is 35 km from Brisbane and 66 km from Brisbane’s airport. Complimentary on site car parking and lift access to all floors from the car park and reception

View the Official Website for Metro Hotel Ipswich International http://www.metrohotels.com.au/hotels/queensland/metro-hotel-ipswich-international/welcome/

Meeting of QLD Mayors Has a Sweet Start at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

STRONG TIES: Logan Mayor Pam Parker hands Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale a chocolate heart yesterday.

THERE was love in the air yesterday when mayors from across south-east Queensland flocked to Metro Hotel Ipswich International.

Logan Mayor Pam Parker celebrated a political Valentine's Day, giving chocolate hearts to mayors from across the south-east including those from Ipswich, Brisbane, the Lockyer Valley, Somerset and Scenic Rim.

The giant hearts also doubled as reminders to the other mayors of Logan's motto: "The heart of south-east Queensland".

"It's about sharing the love," Cr Parker said.

"It's Valentine's Day and we'll be spending more time with the other mayors than with our families, so I thought it would be a nice way to celebrate the day."


Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale said the gift was a sweet reminder of the ties between the two cities.

"If anyone sees a boundary between Ipswich and Logan, they're crazy," he said.

"What makes a strong region is people working together."

Council of Mayors meeting in Ipswich from left, Scenic Rim Mayor John Brent, Somerset Mayor Graeme Lehmann, Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale, Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk, Redlands Mayor Karen Williams, Toowoomba Deputy Mayor Mike Williams and Sunshine Coast Mayor Mark Jamieson. Photo: David Nielsen / The Queensland Times

While the gifts may have started the Council of Mayors meeting on a lighter note, the meeting saw the mayors of 10 of the councils from across south-east Queensland discuss a variety of important regional issues.

Flying foxes and encouraging development investment were among them.

Cr Pisasale said the Council of Mayors meeting was a vital way for the various local governments across the south-east corner to communicate with each other and work together.

"What you've got here is south-east Queensland without borders," he said.

"It's the responsibility we have to make south-east Queensland strong."


The Council of Mayors board meeting is set to continue at the hotel today.

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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.

Weddings at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Metro Hotel Ipswich International's location, right next to the newly renovated city square park is the perfect venue to celebrate your wedding day. Our experience and reputation will ensure you a stress-free and completely enjoyable special day. Celebrating with a few friends or a large formal celebration, let us turn your dream wedding into a reality. It's all about you; your wedding is the most important of them all.

Romantic and unforgettable: At Metro Hotel Ipswich International, your wedding is everything you want and all you can dream. Our professional even planners ensure your day is handled expertly, let us help you plan your perfect reception.

For more information or bookings, please see the Metro Hotel Ipswich International website: http://www.metrohotels.com.au/ipswich-hotels/metro-hotel-ipswich-international-15

Warm Up in Ipswich @ Metro Hotel Ipswich International - Metro Hotels

Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Warm Up in Ipswich Special for $169.00* per night staying in a Superior Queen including:

• Hot chocolate welcome pack
• Breakfast
• Free Internet
• Free Parking
• $30.00 voucher when 2 people dine in the Restaurant for a two course meal

Book this Romantic Weekend Package at Metro Hotel Ipswich International
 
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Terms and Conditions:

• Subject to availability
• Not during special even periods
• Offer valid until 31st August 2013 

MICE Expo to Show Off Ipswich City - Metro Hotel Ispwich International

IPSWICH businesses will showcase the city as a host for future events and conferences at the MICE Expo at the Metro Hotel Ipswich International, South St, on March 13.

On show to regional event organisers will be the many products and services on offer in Ipswich, including hot air ballooning, helicopter winery tours, golf, beauty treatments, art galleries and boutique shopping.

The MICE expo runs from 11am-2pm.

Exhibitors on display at the hotel will include Drift restaurant, Pterodactyl Helicopters, The Wine Company, Sang's Day Spa, Simply Elegant Occasions, Ipswich Tourism, Ipswich Sports House, Ipswich Office of Economic Development and limousine services.

Phone 3812 8077 for details.

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Time Warp - A Musical Tribute to the Rocky Horror Show

Time Warp: A Musical Tribute to The Rocky Horror Show takes the basic storyline of the cult classic, deftly twists it around to keep within the tribute laws, and turns up the sexy content with ad-lib comedy and audience participation.



If you’re a lover of the Rocky Horror Show or just looking for a great night out, this show is not to be missed. Enjoy a fun-filled evening dedicated to the Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Sing along to your favourite Transylvanian tunes such as Time Warp, Toucha-Toucha-Touch Me, Over At Frankenstein Place, Sweet Transvestite, Hot Patootie, I Can Make You A Man, Eddie’s Teddy, Science Fiction, Dammit Janet, Wild And Untamed Thing and many more.

This show is vocally and musically outstanding with excellent performances from a superbly talented and slick cast.

They are Australia’s finest and most experienced Musical Theatre performers. Staring as the transsexual Frank N Furter is John O’Hara [Wicked, Rock of Ages, Jesus Christ Superstar, Oklahoma, High Society, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats, Eureka, Leader Of The Pack , The Boy From Oz, Shout].

As well as, Anna Burgess [The Producers, Anything Goes, Sweet Charity, 42nd Street, The Pajama Game] as the effervescent Groupie Columbia, Leigh Barker [Rent, West Side Story, Xmas Theatre Musical Hong Kong] as the strange and outlandish Riff Raff and his sister/lover Magenta is played by Sue Ellen Shook [Chorus Line, Moulin Rouge ].The creation Rocky is played by Tom Webb [Rocky Horror Show, Tokyo Disneyland] and Lucas Glover [Rocky Horror Show, Chicago, Starlight Express]. Luigi Lucente [Wicked] and Daniel Mottau [Lead Tenor Victorian Concert Orchestra, Grease 2: Live In Concert, Xmas Theatre Musical Hong Kong] are in the role of Mr. Brad Majors with fiancée Janet Weiss played by Gretel Scarlett [Wicked, Mamma mia]

Show Songs Include:

Time Warp 
Over at Frankenstein’s Place
Rose Tint My World
Toucha Touch Me
Dammit Janet
Don’t Dream It
Sweet Transvestite
Wild and Untamed Thing
Superheroes and many more...

Time Warp The Original Rocky Horror Tribute Show

Touring Queensland and Northern NSW
7th Feb Caloundra RSL
8th Feb Kedron Wavell RSL
9th Feb Emerald Town hall
10th Feb Jolly Collier Dysart
14th Feb Hervey Bay RSL
15th Feb Coffs Ex Services Club
16th Feb Lismore Workers Club
20th Feb Ipswich Civic Centre
21st Feb Ipswich Civic Centre
22nd Feb Twin Towns
23rd Feb Wynnum Manly Leagues Club
24th Feb City Golf Club Toowoomba

Chefs To Help Tackle Obesity with Good Fork Week

Metro Hotel Ipswich International has joined other Chefs and foodservice operators across the country in the fight against obesity. By taking part in the inaugural Good Fork Week, where participating chefs have been asked to tweak menu items and deliver more nutritious options for diners.

The campaign, which is leveraging off October as National Health Awareness Month, and will run from 2 to 28 October.

Good Fork Week's launch follows the results of Unilever Food Solutions' World Menu Report 3, which looks at eating-out-of-home trends and found that 64 per cent of Australians eat out at least once a week and only half look for or choose a healthier option, despite 66 per cent saying they prefer healthier options.

David Manz Head Chef at the Metro Hotel Ipswich International has made so changes to the lunch time menu to include some healthy choices . One of David’s 'hero dish' menus can be found on the Unilever Food Solutions website

If you're interested in taking part or would like to learn more about the campaign, head to www.goodforkweek.com.au

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.

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Mother's Day Brunch at Platform 9, Metro Hotel Ipswich International

This Mother's Day, spoil mum with a Mother's Day Brunch at Metro Hotel Ipswich International's Platform 9.

This Mother's Day at Metro Hotel Ipswich International, You will be spoiled for choice!

 

This Mother's Day at Metro Hotel Ipswich International, You will be spoiled for choice!

Metro Hotel Ipswich International Golf Package

Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Golf Package for $366.00 (for two) including:

• One nights’ accommodation,
• Breakfast for two
• Round of golf for two people at Brookwater golf course (this Greg Norman-designed course has ranked Queensland's best)
• Bottle of wine on arrival
• Gift voucher for Sang Day Spa 

Book this Stay Metro Hotel Ipswich International Golf Package
 
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Terms and Conditions:

• Subject to availability
• Please be advised that we must be notified of cancellations at least 24 hours prior to arrival, charge of one full night's tariff.
• Valid to 31st May 2012

Metro Hotel Ipswich International For Your Next Small Meeting

Not all meetings involve 50 or more people.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International offers an excellent Boardroom for small meetings of up to 14 people. Ideal for annual general meetings, board meetings and company planning sessions the Metro Hotels Boardroom is proving to be extremely popular.

According to the Hotel's Guest Relations Manager, Fran Edney, the boardroom is heavily booked by both local businesses and also community and not-for-profit organizations.

"Many organizations are looking for a quality venue in which to conduct these very important meetings." explains Ms Edney. "In fact, annual general meetings and board meetings are becoming a very big source of business for the hotel." she said.

To book the Boardroom or one of the other function venues at Metro Hotel Ipswich International contact the hotel directly on (07) 3812 8077 or email ipswich@metrohg.com

Picnic in the Park at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Metro Hotel Ipswich International is offering this Picnic in the Park (based on two people) for $200.00* including:

• Accommodation for two in Superior room
• Breakfast in Platform 9 Restaurant
• Plus a gourmet picnic basket for two

Queens Park just a short walk from the hotel features of the park include extensive formalised garden beds, Nerima Gardens (a Japanese-styled garden), the Ipswich Nature Centre, Children's play facilities, Bush House, Bush Chapel, several sporting Clubs, Cafe and the Environmental Education Centre.

Book this Picnic in the Park at Metro Hotel Ipswich International
 
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Terms and Conditions:

• Subject to availability
• Blackout dates apply
• Offer valid until 30th April 2012

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