Tuesday, 29 September 2015

Barcelona: AFL Grand Final 2015 Live (October 3)


Belushi's Barcelona is one of the venues where you can watch the 2015 AFL Grand Final Live.

They will host again the biggest Aussie Rules Grand Final event. They will show the action live on their big screens with English commentary.

Throughout the morning the bar will be open and they will have the live Aussie Rules action on the big screen with loads of Hot Meat Pies on the go, Aussie beers and breakfast specials.

Get in touch at belushis@barcelona.com


Thursday, 24 September 2015

Tuesday, 15 September 2015

Brisbane Concert Choir in Barcelona (24th September)



Brisbane Concert Choir at St Andrew's is an auditioned adult mixed-voice community choir of between 50 and 60 members, from 18 to 70 years of age, drawn from all walks of life, based in the heart of Brisbane, Australia. Formed in 1996 by Dr Guy Jansen, it was directed by Christopher Kiver up until July 2002, and thereafter Graeme Morton, until the end of 2003. Debra Shearer-Dirié was appointed to the position in May 2005.

The Choir greatly appreciates the ongoing support of St Andrew's Uniting Church, Ann St, Brisbane, its Minister and congregation which provides the Choir with a beautiful heritage building for rehearsal and performing space. It also acknowledges Gary Fredericks for the design of the choir logo used at the top of each page of this website.

If you want to attend the concert...

When: Thursday 24th September, 9 pm
Where: Teatre la massa,  Plaça del teatre 3, Vilassar de Dalt (Barcelona 08339)
Price:  5€
More info: info@teatrelamassa.cat, phone 937.509.090

Sunday, 5 July 2015

The Great Barrier Reef seen by a Turtle...

WWF is working on a innovative project in Queensland. They are studying the levels of pollution the reptiles are receiving. As a part of the project they have placed a GoPro camera on a turtle in order to get more information about the animal's behaviour after being freed.

Enjoy the video!


http://m.ara.cat/societat/Gran-Barrera-Corall-Australia-vista-tortuga_0_1387061407.html



Sunday, 10 May 2015

Australian Literature: a rough guide

This is a course provided by the online platform www.coursera.org and The University of Western Australia.

The course is a "short introduction to the rich and distinctive world of Australian literature, a world of ancient and modern forms of writing about a vast and varied continent. Explore the work of writers who have responded imaginatively to the unique landscapes of Australia and to its remarkable human history"

The course is a guided way to enjoy the encounter between the literary imagination and the Australian continent.



More info... here
Enjoy!



Monday, 4 May 2015

Australia Opportunities Day: session about study & work in Australia

Session about study and work in Australia

WHEN:   15th May, 6 to 7:30 pm
WHERE: Pau Claris 105, BCN

The session will be held by Sergio, Blair and Joan. Sergio is the owner and director of TrekYourWay.com, an agency with years of experience in Australia. Blair is a Barcelona-based Australian who collaborates with TrekYourWay. Joan is from The Australia New Zealander Catalan Society (www.aunz.cat).



Topics of the session:

  • Adjusting to cultural differences (working, study, social)
  • Finding a place to live
  • Finding part time work and getting accredited
  • Must see locations and weekend getaways
  • Living like a local and getting the most of your city
  • Organizing healthcare
  • How to prepare for a natural disaster such as bushfires or storms and what to do if you get caught in one (unlike but essential information)
  • Beach safety
  • Dangerous animals information and how to act if your get injured
  • Social interactions
  • How to get car and boat licenses
  • Your questions
(send a message to sergio@trekyourway.com to confirm you are coming)

See you there!