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| Pete Murray perform at the opening of the Sony Foundation and The Salvation Army Goodna Youth and Community Centre. |
AWARD-WINNING artist Pete Murray hit the stage at Goodna yesterday to help the community celebrate a brighter future after the devastating 2011 floods with the opening of a new youth and community centre.
In partnership with the Sony Foundation, the Salvation Army's state-of-the-art facility opening was headlined with a set by Murray and also included performances from local dance acts and Murwillumbah beat box artist Bonnie Van Tiel.
After a three-song performance that included the hit single Seen Better Days, a relaxed Murray said he had been involved with the Salvation Army for a few years and was happy to be a part of the healing process for the community.
"When the floods hit, Denis Handlin, who is the boss of Sony, got in touch with me and it seemed like a great way to help," he said.
"I'm happy to be a part of this great opening and just happy to help."
Joining Murray in the festivities was Major Neil Dickson, of the Salvation Army, who was extremely happy with the new facility, which was built with the funds raised by the Sony Foundation.
"Goodna was severely affected by the 2011 flood, with 600 homes and units sustaining damage. We believe this is a great spot for the new centre. We also are striving not to distinguish between those who have been affected by the floods and those who were not. This is for the whole community."
Goodna resident Natasha Kiely was just excited to see her favourite artist.
"I can't believe Pete Murray is playing here, I love him," she said.
The new centre, which has been officially named Sound Point, in honour of the Sony Foundation, will play a central role in combining other community services already located in the area including Lifeline and Goodna Youth Services.
Sound Point will offer services including youth education, recreation, arts and counselling, plus legal advice and personal support for all local residents.
For more information call Sound Point on 3280 8800 between 9am and 4.30pm.
In partnership with the Sony Foundation, the Salvation Army's state-of-the-art facility opening was headlined with a set by Murray and also included performances from local dance acts and Murwillumbah beat box artist Bonnie Van Tiel.
After a three-song performance that included the hit single Seen Better Days, a relaxed Murray said he had been involved with the Salvation Army for a few years and was happy to be a part of the healing process for the community.
"When the floods hit, Denis Handlin, who is the boss of Sony, got in touch with me and it seemed like a great way to help," he said.
"I'm happy to be a part of this great opening and just happy to help."
Joining Murray in the festivities was Major Neil Dickson, of the Salvation Army, who was extremely happy with the new facility, which was built with the funds raised by the Sony Foundation.
"Goodna was severely affected by the 2011 flood, with 600 homes and units sustaining damage. We believe this is a great spot for the new centre. We also are striving not to distinguish between those who have been affected by the floods and those who were not. This is for the whole community."
Goodna resident Natasha Kiely was just excited to see her favourite artist.
"I can't believe Pete Murray is playing here, I love him," she said.
The new centre, which has been officially named Sound Point, in honour of the Sony Foundation, will play a central role in combining other community services already located in the area including Lifeline and Goodna Youth Services.
Sound Point will offer services including youth education, recreation, arts and counselling, plus legal advice and personal support for all local residents.
For more information call Sound Point on 3280 8800 between 9am and 4.30pm.
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