Band on the Barge attracts 1000 people

Nearly 1000 people visited Hardys Bay on the evening of Saturday, January 12, for the Band on the Barge event which saw a musical presentation performed by leading artists on a barge moored 50 metres from the shoreline.

Local resident Garry Janes, who manages the Killcare Cellars and General Store, said he experienced a light bulb moment when he thought of the idea.

Mr Janes told his idea to colleague Mr Bob Trigg who was experienced in staging performance and general group promotions.

"Bob picked up the ball and ran with it," said Mr Janes.

Electric guitarists Dan and Chris Brodie, James Rolfe and Rob Logic plus sound technicians and other behind-the-scenes helpers all donated their services as did Warren Harvey of Harvey's Oysters, who provided the barge.

First time visitor from Sydney, Mr John Canning said: "Our family is renting a house in this area for a fortnight and this has been a wonderful introduction to Hardys Bay and Killcare."

"Everybody here has been in high spirits and thoroughly enjoying themselves.

"It has been a first class presentation from the barge and there couldn't have been a more appreciative audience."

Money raised will go to Pretty Beach Preschool.

Media Release, 16 Jan 2013

Allan Wilson, Hardys Bay Residents Group