Calling Western Sydney and South Sydney buddies!
It's the final week to submit your interest in joining Soul Fly Buddies.
For those not in the know, Soul Fly Buddies (formerly known as Soul Fly Band) is the project’s advisory group - made up of participants from Sydney and the Central Coast. They meet monthly, advising and overseeing the ongoing work of Gig Buddies.
As for the role itself, we are after representation from the Sutherland Shire and Western Sydney areas.
Buddies based in any of the following council LGAs can apply: Sutherland Shire, St George, Georges River Council, Campbelltown, Camden, Blacktown, Parramatta, Penrith, Liverpool, Castle Hill (and the Hills Shire area).
For those of you wanting to know more about Soul Fly Buddies, check out this brief video containing past and present members.
And if you want to know why you should join our current members (Stavros, Lachy, Jack, Alex, Nalyn, Bevan, Karen and Audrey) for our monthly meetups, click here to watch this video.
Our user led-team have been around since 2016. They meet on the last Tuesday of each month for around 1 hour, usually via Zoom. They have an in-person meeting at least once a year.
Please note, the application deadline is Friday 23rd October 2026.
If you would like to join the Soul Fly Buddies, register your interest by clicking here. Alternatively, if you would like more information, feel free to get in touch. We can be reached via Facebook Messenger, email (info@gigbuddiesydney.org) or text: 0412 145 819.
Ravers and movie buffs unite
We still have some killer events coming up this month.
You can join us in Hornsby, Terrigal, Erskineville and Campbelltown as we catch up for a movie, takeaways, an inclusive rave and a ghost parade.
Please note our Auburn, Luna Park and Summer Hill events are now sold out. You can join the waitlist for these events and we will let you know if a spot becomes available.
Click the links below to sign up:
Outdoors and online in November
There's still ticket's left for next months events too:
November will see us hit Cammeray, Kingsford, Liverpool, Tuggerah, Concord and Ashfield.
We invite buddies to join us for the final month of spring as we catch up for sushi, live music, dinner, board games, arcades, musical bingo and karaoke.
Our two online socials are also moving:
Together we'll partake in a virtual tour of The Bayeux Tapestry at the start of the month. We'll then have a fun trivia session on the 23rd.
To join us in November (and to find out more about each event), load up the links above.
Please note, our online socials are open to friends and family. For those not part of the Gig Buddies’ community but would like to join in, you can also sign up from the links listed above.
Ding, dong, December calls
Our recently announced December gigs are also stirring up interest:
Alongside our already-announced Festive socials, we will be catching up in Cremorne, St Peters and Gordon for a mix of food, comedy and arcade games.
We'd love to see as many buddies and volunteers as possible to help us see out the end of the year.
Click the links below to sign up:
Our in-person events are for current signed up buddies and volunteers only.
We're also continuing our online offerings:
Two events for the singers: our open mic night and our Christmas carol sing-a-long are primed and ready to go. Bring your favourite tunes, and let's enjoy them together.
Click on the links below to sign up:
Please note, our online socials are open to friends and family. For those not part of the Gig Buddies’ community but would like to join in, you can also sign up from the links listed above.
Are you looking to volunteer?
We need volunteers! Click on the image above for current Sydney roles and the graphic below for opportunities on the Central Coast.
If you have any questions or would like more information, contact us via Facebook or email: info@gigbuddiessydney.org
"I know Gig Buddies have a lot of exciting things planned for the next couple of months..."
Each and every month we pass the newsletter baton to a different member of our user-led group, Soul Fly Buddies.
Today we hear from Audrey (pictured below) who shares how much fun she had at our first ever Trivia Fundraiser, and her hopes for the future!
"In early September, Gig Buddies had their first ever trivia fundraiser event. The funds went towards our Christmas party this year and I know that we all are looking forward to it.
The trivia was held at the Keg & Brew pub in Surry Hills and it was an amazing and entertaining night. My volunteer buddy, Kristy, and I went to this together as we both have in common of love trivia
I know Gig Buddies have a lot of exciting things planned for the next couple of months.
I'm also really looking forward to celebrating at the Christmas party as well so join in and let's have fun everyone and dancin' in September
Ba-dee-ya (Ba-dee-ya, dee-ya) and dancin’ in December Ba- Dee- ( ba -dee-ya, dee - ya)."
Audrey - Soul Fly Buddies
Are you in the market for Gig Buddies’ merchandise? Our new and exclusive range of swag has landed!
Click on the image above to get your fill on Gig Buddies goodies. If we haven’t got the size you’re after, get in touch via Facebook Messenger.
Our latest double act
Say hello to our latest pairing!
A big welcome to Laura & Louisa (above, L - R), we’re looking forward to seeing you out and about.
Chelsea: NDIS coordinator (0412 145 819)
Carol: CEO (02 9419 6951)
Matthew: Central Coast coordinator (0402 708 814)
Tony: Funding and sponsorship coordinator (02 9419 6951)
Bec: Project officer, Sydney (0411 252 228)
Aylin: Western Sydney coordinator (0466 389 961) (on parental leave until early 2027)
Lara: Greater Western Sydney coordinator and relieving Western Sydney Coordinator (0478 045 121) Charlotte: Northern Beaches coordinator (0403 184 404)
Would you like more information about Gig BuddiesSydney? You’re only a click away. Connect with us via the links below.
Fancy revelling in legendary status? If so, please support us in our cause to get more people out to live events in Sydney.
Donations over $2 are tax deductible and all are gratefully received.
The Gig Buddies Sydney project is an initiative of ACL Disability Services.
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