Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Metro Hotel Ipswich International (The Top Place to be for a Top Day out!)

Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Metro Hotel Ipswich International
Tuesday 1st November 2011 from 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm
Includes buffet lunch and a selection of beverages for your table
(House wine, local beer and soft drink)
$65.00 per person

Proudly supporting:
The Ipswich Hospital Foundationhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif
(Sunshine Circle Appeal)
Enjoy the Race on the Big Screen * Sweepstakes and Raffles
Best Dressed and Best Hat competition * Lucky Door Prizes
Bookings are essential, to avoid disappointment please book early as places are
limited.

Phone: 07 3812 8077 or Email: eventsipswich@metrohg.com


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Shane Watson returns to home town of Ipswich to help lift locals' spirits

SHANE Watson has revealed plans to finish his career as an opener as Australian cricket's golden boy returned to home town Ipswich yesterday to apply his Midas touch to the flood-ravaged community.

Putting an end to debate over his long-term role in the Australian set-up, Watson scuppered suggestions of a shift down the order after blasting a majestic 161 not out to sink the Poms in the one-day series opener at the MCG on Sunday night.

Less than 14 hours after his 150-ball masterpiece, Watson arrived in Ipswich, reaching out to his people as he surveyed the wreckage of Queensland's worst natural disaster in 37 years.

Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale said Watson's presence underlined the region's solidarity and the 29-year-old is determined to be the backbone of Australia's top order for as long as he wears the baggy green.

"Absolutely, I love being an opener," said Watson, who made a guest appearance at Bunnings in Booval yesterday to sign autographs for locals.

"It's such a great challenge, whether it's day one when it's swinging and seaming with the bowlers nice and fresh, or day three when you can take them down. I want to stay there for good. It's the challenge I want."

Watson began his Test career in the middle order but the blond all-rounder has emerged as one of Australian cricket's finest openers.

Since being elevated to the apex of the order against England in July 2009, Watson has hammered 1696 Test runs from 36 innings at the world-class average of 49.88.

But his one-day pyrotechnics show on Sunday night is evidence of how much more he can offer in the Test arena. "It's one big score, it's nice to do it but I don't think it will put an end to it [criticism of his struggle to convert starts into huge Test scores]," said Watson, who failed to score a century during the Ashes despite getting a start in nine of his 10 innings.

"I will have to do it consistently over a period of time to know that I'm doing the right things mentally and technically. It's a nice step but I have to do it consistently."

Watson toured parts of Ipswich with Pisasale yesterday and paid tribute to the toughness of the locals.

"It's humbling. All I wanted to do growing up was emulate someone like Allan Langer, who was playing for the Broncos, and also Craig McDermott [former Test bowler], who'd been through the same system I'd been through," Watson said.

"Ipswich people are tough people. There's no doubt it is a hard time but I know everyone will come together to help out.

"I've been very lucky to grow up in Ipswich and get the grounding in life and cricket. They are a resilient society so it's nice to be able to help the people."

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Nominations URGENTLY sought - the 2011 Ipswich Australia Day Awards

Nominations URGENTLY sought for the 2011 Ipswich Australia Day Awards.

Help us to recognise the many outstanding achievers in the Ipswich community for the 2011 Ipswich Australia Day Awards.

Nominations close 3 DECEMBER 2010.

Visit the online nomination form and submit online or print the form and submit by mail.

Plan your perfect wedding at the 2010 Ipswich Bridal Expo

Has he popped the question? Are you dreaming of the perfect wedding? If you are a bride-to-be or just planning how your perfect wedding would be, then the 2010 Ipswich Bridal Expo is an event you can’t afford to miss.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International is hosting the 2010 Ipswich Bridal Expo on Sunday 18 April from 10.00am until 3.00 pm. Future brides will find everything they need to create a once-in-a-lifetime wedding experience.

Whether it is floral bouquets and table arrangements, stunning photography, stylish stationary, the ultimate wedding cake, mood and dance music, breath-taking dresses or exquisite hair and make-up that you need to complete your special day, the 2010 Ipswich Bridal Expo is an opportunity to find everything you need – and all in the one place.

The Bridal Expo will feature florists, photographers, cake decorators, wedding stationers, music and entertainment specialists, hair and make-up stylists, celebrants and more, providing the perfect opportunity for couples to speak directly with the experts, either to discuss their own ideas for their wedding or to find out what the experts recommend.

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UPCOMING EVENTS AT Metro Hotel Ipswich International - Ipswich Events

New 2010 Conference & Wedding Packages

New 2010 Conference & Wedding Packages! Phone or email our events department today to organise your next event and have a look at our New Packages.

Email – eventsipswich@metrohg.com.au
Phone – 07 3812 8077

Platform 9 Restaurant

Happy Hour – Every Friday Afternoon from 4:30Pm – 6:30Pm

Gourmet Roast or Carvery Night – Adults - $19.50 per person
Children - 4 – 12 Years- $10.00 per person
Every Sunday in Platform 9 Restaurant from 6:00Pm – 9:30Pm
Come in and enjoy our Gourmet Roast or have one of our Chef’s carve your meat. Gourmet Roast or Carvery Night to begin from 28th March, 2010 – Bookings Essential

Specialty Night – Every Wednesday Night in Platform 9 Restaurant from 6:00Pm – 9:30Pm enjoy a Specialty Night. Theme’s Including Italian, French, Asian Etc Specialty night to begin 31st March, 2010 – Bookings Essential

Civic Hall Shows – Present your ticket at Platform 9 Restaurant and receive 20% off your total Dinner Bill.

Wine Appreciation Evening – Specialty 5 Course Menu in conjunction with Australian and New Zealand’s finest Wines. Including Australia’s top Wine Makers informing you throughout the night on their Wines. First Evening Scheduled for May 2010. Limited Availability! Please call our Food & Beverage Manager for all details.

Accommodation Special – Spoil your Mum “Mother’s Day 2010”

Mother’s Day Accommodation Special - $199.00
Bottle of Wine on Arrival
1 Hour Massage for 1
Accommodation in a Deluxe Room with Hot Breakfast for 2 the following morning

In Room Spa Treatments

Metro Hotel Ipswich International & Urban Day Spa have teamed up to bring you In Room treatments. Please contact Reservations on 07 3812 8077 for all Enquiries.

Mexico’s Ocean Catch – $40.00
Available Monday – Friday – From 4pm
Enjoy a bowl of tasty fresh prawns and 4 of Mexico’s finest Corona’s.

Mother’s Day 2010 – Sunday 9th May, 2010

Breakfast @ $25.00 Per Person – Deluxe Hot Buffet – Including: Bacon, Selection of Eggs, Chipolatas, Hash Browns, Grilled Tomatoes, Baked Beans, Mushrooms, Berry Pancakes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Danishes, Plain & Chocolate Croissants, Bakery Selection, Fruit Platters, Juice, Tea & Coffee

Specialty Station – Omelette Station
7.00am-10am

Lunch @ $47.50 Per Person – Choice of 2 Course Set Menu on Main & Desert – Choose from 4 Main options & 3 Desert options
12.00pm-2.00pm

High Tea @ $17.50 Per Person – Selection of Finger Sandwiches, Fruit and Buttermilk scones, Assorted Slices and Tea or Coffee
3.00pm-4.30pm

Dinner – Platform 9 Restaurant will be open for normal trade on Mother’s Day 2010, offering our A La Carte Menu
6:00pm – 9:30pm

Wedding Expo – Sunday 18th April, 2010 from 10:00Am – 3:00Pm

First hand contact with Photographers, Cake Specialists, DJ’s, Florists, Hair & Make-Up Artists & many more which will assist in organising your Special Wedding Day

Metro Hotel – Wedding Reception display set up

Enter to Win a Romantic Weekend for 2 at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Book your Wedding & pay your deposit on the day & receive a complimentary
My Wed – Wedding Planner to help organise your big day

Book your wedding on the day & pay your deposit & receive 10% off your Total bill

2010 August & September Weddings –

All Weddings booked in the month of September & August, 2010 receive the following:
• A complimentary MY WED – Wedding Planner to help organise your big day
• Receive 10% off your Total Bill, Once your deposit has been paid
• Complimentary Over Night Stay at Metro Hotel Ipswich International either the Night Before or After your Wedding
• A Weekend Away at Metro Hotel Tower Mill for two
• Offer valid for Weddings booked on 10/10/2010 or 20/10/2010

Christimas Party’s 2010

Let our friendly team cater for your small or large function. All Christmas Functions include Bon Bons, Christmas Centrepieces, Red & Green Serviettes & No Charge for Room Hire when more than 40 guests attend.
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Bridal Expo 2010 at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

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