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Like a bull at the gate Groovin the Moo is ready to charge and rumble: calling all broncos to get on board for a mighty ride in May 2010.GTM is a traveling musical event like no other in Australia: we set up our shows in regional cities, not the big smoke (OK, we are going to Canberra this year). A one day explosion of carnival and cavorting under the sun, clouds, moon, in front of a chunky outdoor double stage, and in the biggest dance tent since Sheik Yerbouti, as the sun goes down on life as usual.When you come through the gate you will see everyone has come out of the wood-work to play. Wherever we go the crowd is part of the show, and proudly welcome all tribes to come together: rockers, ravers, rappers, young people, old people, bushies, city people – Groovin the Moo people. The kids, the cats, the boys, the ladies, all one motley throng letting the rest of life loose.The crowd is big enough to go bang, but not so large there is no room to wiggle. All the revellers and punters have an infectious groove going, and the fever catches. A tectonic tonic for the system you will not forget in a hurry.Come down and swing your sneakers to a new groove and a rapper’s delight.Catch some rays in a daze to a jangle guitar and a golden melody.Fist the night to the flash and clash of a metal lightning bolt.In 2010, GTM presents a sonic smorgasbord for your delight, rock, rap, dance, metal, hardcore, pop, headlined by Silverchair, Empire of the Sun, Vampire Weekend, Grinspoon, and Tegan and Sara.GTM has brought the sounds and fun of a single day touring music show out of the cities trucking into the heart of Australia, and is ready to rock the boat in Bendigo (VIC) May 1, Townsville (QLD) May 2, Maitland (NSW) May 8, Canberra (ACT) May 9 and Bunbury (WA) May 15. Acts have come to play from all over this country, and a few besides from Europe, North and even South America.An exotic rockit to the Milky Way out there.The 2010 annual Groovin the Moo is ready to roll - come jump in the fun.

Silverchair, Vampire Weekend, Empire of the Sun, Grinspoon, Tegan & Sara, Spoon, Lisa Mitchell, British India, Miami Horror, Kisschasy, Bag Raiders, Kid Koala presents The Slew, Ajax, Jonathon Boulet, Yacht Club DJS, Killa Queenz, The Only, Triple J Unearthed.

Date & LocationThe 2010 GTM Bendigo is on Saturday 1 May at Bendigo Showgrounds.Fact: Ray Parker Junior, who penned and performed the 1984 slime anthem Ghostbusters was born on the 1st of May...

Other Locations:

Townsville, Maitland, Canberra, Bunbury.

Set TimesThe crew at GTM are putting together all the details to make your experience an unbelievable one. Stay tuned for more information about Set Times.

FacilitiesThe crew at GTM are putting together all the details to make your experience an unbelievable one. Stay tuned for more information about all Facilities!

For all accommodation information and what to do in and around Bendigo, visit the Bendigo Tourism website here

Getting There:TRANSPORT:If you are thinking of coming travelling up to Bendigo on the train, the last service departing back to Melbourne is at 8pm. Christans Bus Company will be running an additional coach service from Bendigo Train Station to Melbourne to get you home. A one way ticket to Melbourne - Federation Sq cnr Flinders & Russell Streets cost $25.00 departing at 11.30pm. Please book all tickets here Ph: 1300 722 191MOOVIN BY BUS

BUS from MELBOURNEMelbourne on the Move will be operating a return coach service direct to Bendigo Showgrounds. Buses will leave Federation Sq cnr Flinders & Russell Streets at 10am. Buses leave Bendigo Showgrounds at 11pm after the show. Cost of a return ticket is $40.00. All bookings through www.melbourneonthemove.com.au or 1300558686 or res@melbourneonthemove.com.auIf you are thinking of coming travelling up to Bendigo on the train, the last service departing back to Melbourne is at 8pm. Christans Bus Company will be running an additional coach service from Bendigo Train Station to Melbourne to get you home. A one way ticket to Melbourne - Federation Sq cnr Flinders & Russell Streets cost $25.00 departing at 11.30pm. Please book all tickets here www.christiansbus.com.au or Ph: 1300 722 191or jeannette@christiansbus.com.auBUSES FROM GEELONGMelbourne on the Move will be operating a return coach service from Geelong direct to Bendigo Showgrounds. Buses will leave Geelong Railway Station at 10am. Buses leave Bendigo Showgrounds at 11pm after the show. Cost of a return ticket is $40.00. All bookings through www.melbourneonthemove.com.au or 1300558686 or res@melbourneonthemove.com.auBUSES FROM BALLARATChristans Bus Company will be operating a return coach service from Ararat via Ballarat. Buses leave Ararat at 8:30am from the Ararat Information Centre & Ballarat at 09:45am from Coach Bay 7 Ballarat Station. Coach will leave Bendigo Showground at 11.00pm. Return ticket costs $45.00. Please book all ticket direct through Christians Bus Company – Please book all tickets here Ph: 1300 722 191BUSES IN BENDIGOBendigo Transit System operates throughout Bendigo on Saturdays on an hourly service to Bendigo Railway station and city centre Mitchel St. (Normal Fares apply) – for all service times and routes please www.christiansbus.com.auFREE SHUTTLE / ADDITIONAL LOCAL BENDIGO SERVICE FOR GTMAn additional bus from will run from Kangaroo Flat Golden Square to Bendigo Showground direct. Running hourly 11.40pm, 12.40pm, 1.40pm, 2.40pm to 3.40pm from Kangaroo Flat. TO BENDIGO SHOWGROUND & RETURN TO RAILWAY STATION GTM and Christians Bus Company will be running a free shuttle bus service from Bendigo Railway station & Mitchel St from 11.20 to 5.20pm running every 15 minutes to Bendigo Showground. Buses will run from the Showground back to Mitchel st & Bendigo Train station from 7.30pm.

TO BENDIGO SHOWGROUND & RETURN TO RAILWAY STATIONGTM and Christians Bus Company will be running a free shuttle bus service from Bendigo Railway station & Mitchel St from 11.20 to 5.20pm running every 15 minutes to Bendigo Showground. Buses will run from the Showground back to Mitchel st & Bendigo Train station from 7.30pm.LATE NIGHT LOCAL SERVICE FROM BENDIGO RAILWAY STATIONTimetable coming soon.TRAINV Line operates a train service between Melbourne and Bendigo, however please note that for the return leg to Melbourne the last train leaves at 8pm. For V - line timetables, fares, maps and travel information check out www.vline.com.au or phone V/Line on P. 136 196Christians are offering a bus service for the return trip to Melbourne. Please book all tickets here www.christiansbus.com.au or Ph: 1300 722 191or jeannette@christiansbus.com.auCARFor visitors travelling from Melbourne, Bendigo is a comfortable 90 minutes drive along recently completed 4 lane divided Calder Freeway (A79)Situated at the junction of the Calder, McIvor, Midland and Loddon Valley Highways, Bendigo is well placed. There are also excellent connections to other interstate highways nearby.For further information and online mapping visit www.racv.com.au or www.maps.google.com.auTAXITaxis can be obtained atone of the cities taxi ranks or hailed in the street if their sign is illuminated.Call Bendigo Taxis on P. 131 008.PARKINGThere is parking available around the Showground, but if you go up later in the day, be prepared to do some walking. And don't drink and drive. Get a good mate to be the designated driver

If you have a question about anything to do with the Moo, check out the following information. If you still can't find what you are after, click here to send us an email. info@enkompass.com.auWhen do tickets go on sale?Tickets for Bendigo GTM have SOLD OUT.If I lose my ticket can I get a replacement?You can get you MOSHTIX ticket re-issued at a small fee. If you buy via our website, you can simply re-print the e-ticket from the email.For physical tickets unfortunately no. Treat your ticket like cash, or the phone number of that cute girl/guy you met at the movies last Saturday night. Don't lose it!Do children get in free?No. Everyone must have a ticket. Although its an all ages event, its not advised to bring children aged 15 and under. The event is rated M16+. Children aged 15 and under should be accompanied by a responsible adult (someone aged 18+).Has the lineup been announced yet?Yes, and its great! Click here for information on the bands.What time does the first band start?Just after 12 noon, gates open at 11.30am.When does it finish?About 10.30pm. Gates close at 11pm.Is it an all ages event?Yes it is, although children aged 15 and under should be accompanied by an adult (someone aged 18+). We are expecting a big crowd, its probably not the best place to bring the toddlers.I've heard a rumour that the Dance Tent is over 18s only. Is this true?Not true. The dance tent is all ages. The only restriction for under 18s is the bar area.Can I leave the venue and come back in?NO PASS OUTS. This has been requested from various authorities to prevent underage drinking.

If it rains do I get my money back?The event will go ahead rain, hail or shine. Or mud.My guinea pig loves Vampire Weekend. Can I bring him along?Sorry, but no. We aren't allowed to have animals at the event.Will there be an ATM on site?There will be a couple of ATMs in the bar area, but it would be better to get organised before you enter the venue. Make sure you bring plenty of cash for food, drinks and merch.Can I bring along my own food?Yes you can bring your own food and softdrink/water. All bottles must be unopened or empty. Security guards will be checking all bags and will confiscate any opened bottles, alcohol, knives, etc. You can bring along a backpack or similar size bag, but please, not eskies, folding chairs or other bulky items.I'd love to help out on the day, can I be a volunteer?Although a very generous offer, we have plenty of volunteers. So thanks, but no.Can I bring along a camera and take heaps of awesome photos?Cameras are fine. However photos, no matter how awesome, cannot be sold or published without permission. Obviously Facebook, myspace, etc are OK.So where is the Bendigo Showground?Well its in Bendigo. Maps and directions here. Show Info pageIs it far from Melbourne?About 140 km. Its just over an hour from Tullamarine Airport. Just follow the Midlands Highway.Is it far from Ballarat?About 90 km.Can I catch a train to the event?Check out the Show Info pageCan I catch a shuttle bus?YES. Full details coming soon. Check out the Show Info pageCan I camp the night?There is NO CAMPING at the showground.What other accommodation options are available to me and my friends?Bendigo has a wide range of fabulous accommodation to suit both the budget conscious and the extravagent traveller. For all this and more information on what to do in and around Bendigo, visit the Bendigo Tourism website here.Can I buy Groovin' the Moo stuff?Yes. There will be an exclusive range of Groovin' the Moo t-shirts, stubbie coolers and hoodies available on the day.Will bands be selling stuff?Yes. There will be the usual great band merchandise available on the day.Can I buy beer at the Moo?Yes. You will require an "over-18" wristband to buy alcohol, which can only be obtained with photo ID, even if you are Mick Jagger and look 65 years old. NO BYO ALCOHOL.Can I bring my own homebrew?Mmmmm, homebrew. Unfortunately no alcohol can be brought into the venue. All bags will be checked by security and any alcohol, glass bottles, etc, will be confiscated.

Will it be OK to smoke a joint with my mates?Definitely not. Police sniffer dogs are becoming a regular at festivals around the country. So if you don't want to get busted, DON'T BRING ANYTHING SNIFFABLE.

National Presenting Partners:

Triple J, Jmag, Myspace music, Cattleyard promotions

Media Partners:

Channel V, Video Hits, Street Press Australia, Moshtix, Southern Cross Ten, The Advertiser

Sponsors:

Raw

MARCH 2BENDIGO GTM SOLD OUTThe Bendigo GTM has officially sold out. There will be no more tickets released.Thanks to everyone for supporting the event. Its going to be a great day.

FEBRUARY 15TICKETS ON SALE 9AM TUESDAY 16 FEBRUARYThat’s right, the day is finally here! Don’t miss your chance to purchase your GTM ticket. We don’t like hearing about tears and disappointment - so get excited, organise your buddies and jump in first thing – tickets won’t last long!Tickets cost $95.90 plus booking fee and can be purchased from our tickets page, www.moshtix.com.au or by calling 1300 438 849.GTM is a licensed all ages (16 + recommended) event. Persons over the age of 18 and wish to purchase alcohol MUST have photographic ID. No pass outs will be issued at Bendigo, Townsville, Maitland, Canberra & Bunbury.

FEBRUARY 8Check out Vampire Weekend Interview on Video Hits This SundayVideo Hits host Faustina Agolley caught up with Ezra, Rostam & the two Chris's of Vampire Weekend recently, where they talked about production of their sophomore album, their first single 'Cousins' & the powerful Australian sun. You can catch the slightly jetlagged boys talking all things Contra on Video Hits this Sunday the 14th of Feb 2010.

FEBRUARY 4VAMPIRE WEEKEND ANNOUNCE TOUR DATESThe Frontier Touring Company are pleased to announce that indie rockers Vampire Weekend will be performing a series of headline shows across Australia and New Zealand in April/May in addition to their GTM performances.

DATES AND VENUESThursday 29 April Bruce Mason Centre Auckland ALL AGESTuesday 4 MayPalace Theatre Melbourne 18+

Thursday 6 MayAdelaide Entertainment Centre - TheatreAdelaideALL AGESTuesday 11 MayThe TivoliBrisbaneALL AGESWednesday 12 MayEnmore TheatreSydneyALL AGESSunday 16 MayMetro CityPerth18+

FEBRUARY 3GTM 2010 LINEUP ANNOUNCEDYes its true. Silverchair, Vampire Weekend and Empire of the Sun. And that's not all. I know we say this every year, but this year the lineup is stellar! Grinspoon, Tegan and Sara, Spoon, British India, Lisa Mitchell, Kisschasy, Miami Horror and so much more. Check out the lineup page for all the details

TICKETS ON SALE 16 FEBGTM tickets go on sale 9am Tuesday 16 February. You can buy online from this very website, through any MOSHTIX outlet and from selected outlets around the region. All the details can be found here

MYSPACE EARLYBIRDCan’t wait until Feb 16 to get your tickets? Become a friend of GTM on MYSPACE and you have the chance to get your tickets early. On Wednesday 10 February GTM will post a bulletin to all our friends that will contain a secret code. On Thursday 11 February simply go to the online ticket order form and key in this code when you place your order. Instructions will be included in the bulletin. Earlybird numbers are limited.

Buy TicketsBendigo GTM has SOLD OUT. There will be no more tickets released. Thanks to everyone for supporting the event.Make sure you check out the Ticket Information page for all information relating to your e-tickets. If you need some help, need to change information on the e-ticket or have any other ticketing related question, go to the Contact Ticketing page

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Terms and ConditionsTickets are sold on behalf of Cattleyard Promotions Ltd & are subject to the conditions below:

CONDITIONS OF SALE1. Entry is at own risk. The right to refuse entry is reserved.2. The Promoter and the Venue shall not be held liable for any loss, injury or damages sustained entering or within the premises.3. Small still cameras, including small digital cameras, are permitted but no sound or vision recording devices will be allowed inside the site. Professional cameras of any kind are not allowed on site without written authority from the Promoters.4. No BYO. All bags/containers will be checked and alcohol will be confiscated.5. No bottles, weapons, fireworks, umbrellas, illicit drugs are allowed into the site. All bags/containers are subject to a full search at entry to ensure the safety of patrons. Prohibited items that are confiscated will be returned at the discretion of the promoters, except for the drugs which will be handed over to police.6. Ticket holders consent to filming and sound recording as members of the audience.7. Pass outs will be issued at the Promoters discretion. No pass outs will be issued to anyone under 18 unless accompanied by a responsible adult.8. The Promoter reserves the right to refuse entry to any patron without appropriate identification.9. It is a condition of entry that all patrons agree not to behave in a manner that interferes with the enjoyment of other patrons. Promoters and Security reserve the right to eject any person contravening this.10. DANGEROUS ACTIVITIES WILL NOT BE TOLERATED. This includes aggressive moshing, stage diving, crowd surfing and climbing. Patrons participating in these dangerous activities will be evicted without right to re-entry or refund. The Promoter accepts no liability for any injuries or damages caused by these activities.11. In the case of an emergency evacuation or situation, please follow all official directives.12. If you feel at any time your or anyone else’s health or safety is threatened, please contact the nearest security guard. There are ambulance officers on site at all times who can be contacted by security.13. The Promoters or the event will not be held liable for any hearing damage or loss. Use earplugs if necessary14. All conditions shown on the ticket are to be read together with all other statements or directives either shown on this ticket or displayed on the premises.15. No refunds or exchanges except as in the Entertainment Industry Code of Fair Practice.16. The Promoter reserves the right to change the line-up and/or the date of the event without prior notification. In the event of a change of the date or lineup, refunds will not be available.17. We play rain or shine.18. Should the ticket be re-sold or transferred for profit or commercial gain it will become void and the holder may be refused entry to, or ejected from the venue.19. Tickets can not be purchased for use in unauthorised promotions/competitions.20. “GROOVIN THE MOO” is a Registered Trademark and cannot be used without the Promoter’s consent

official media and media/photographer enquiresFor all official media enquires and media/photographer pass applications please contact:enKompass – Music & Arts SolutionsKathryn Hollowaymedia@enkompass.com.auPlease note: GTM already has official event photographers on board for each show andwill not accept work experience applications for the role of event photographer.GTM will only administer photographer passes with approval from the event publicist to photographerswho are shooting for a print media outlet or online organisation.

Ticketing enquiriesFor ALL Ticketing enquiries please contact MOSHTIXEmail: ticketsupport@moshtix.com.auPhone: 1300 GET TIX (438 849)

general enquiriesFor all other general enquiries please contact info@enkompass.com.auWe will be selecting our local bands through triple j unearthed, so make sure your band is entered here: www.triplejunearthed.comWe receive hundreds of requests from bands to check out their MYSPACE site, their demo CDs, etc and we cannot listen to them all or respond to your requests.

artwork and photographyGTM artwork has been created by the team at Cattleyard. All the wonderful festival images courtesy of Liane Audrins and Grant Sparkes-Carroll

GTM-Tee Shirt Design CompetitionCALL FOR ENTRIESCattleyard are calling for artists and designers to submit artwork for the 2010 GTM T-shirt Design Competition.

THE OBJECTIVEWe are looking for young Australian artists and designers to create artwork which embraces the playfulness and regional focus of Groovin the Moo (GTM). The competition will run concurrently with the promotion of the 2010 GTM events and will see the work of 5 finalists represented in a travelling exhibition across Australia. The major prize winner have their artwork printed as official 2010 GTM merchandise.

THE BRIEFWe are seeking new and innovative interpretations of the phrase ‘Groovin the Moo’ as the basis for artwork for a unisex short sleeve T-shirt.

ELIGIBILITYThe competition is open to Australian residents under the age of 25. All entrants must provide a clear indication of authorship and a short rationale outlining their concept.

SUBMISSIONS• The full text ‘GROOVIN THE MOO’ does not have to appear in the design.• The letters ‘GTM’ must appear somewhere in the artwork.• Artwork should be for the front of the T-shirt only.• Suggestions for the T-shirt colour should be indicated by the background colour of your artwork.• Whilst we encourage hand generated outcomes, all designs must be submitted as electronic files.• Artwork should be no smaller than A3 (297 x 420mm)*• Email us a digital 72dpi version of the A3 design in JPEG of PDF format, no larger than 1mb (megabyte) in size to: competition@gtm.net.au • Include a 100 word rationale / outline of your concept.• All files must be in JPEG or PDF format only.• Entries must be received by 9am Monday the 29th of March 2010 (AEST).• Visit the GTM-TEE page to register.* It is important that you have a high resolution (300DPI) version of your artwork if you make it to the final stages of judging.

CONDITIONS• The competition is open to all students, graduates, amateurs and professionals under the age of 25 (as of the 1st of May 2010).

• All entrants must register at: www.gtm.net.au/gtm-tee then email artwork to: competition@gtm.net.au• Any work posted to us by mail or submitted larger than 1mb in size will not be judged.• Cattleyard reserves the right to use part of or the entire image of the winning artworks on any GTM merchandise or promotional material.• You may enter more than once.• There are no entry fees.

Judging ProcessFollowing the judging, 5 shortlisted entries will be notified by email in early April, at which time high quality artwork will be requested for final selection. The 5 finalists will have their work printed and displayed at the 2010 GTM festivals in Bendigo, Canberra, Townsville, Maitland and Bunbury. The overall winner will have their work produced as official GTM 2010 Merchandise. The judges will be looking for creative, original works that respond to the phrase ‘Groovin the Moo’. The Judges decision is final and they or the organising company (Cattleyard) will not be drawn into discussion in relation to the process.

JUDGING PANELBrian Taranto / Love PoliceBT as he is known by most, has been involved with band and event merchandise for over 25 years. His company is responsible for leading Australian acts, Powderfinger, You Am I, Grinspoon amongst many, many others as well as festival merchandise for Big Day Out, Splendour In The Grass, Groovin’ The Moo and Homebake as well as quite a few more. Love Police pride themselves as bringing some colour and style to the generic merch landscape with innovative design and current styles.Lori Damiano/ Artist and animatorInternationally respected art, film, zine and quilt maker Lori D created artwork for the 2008 Groovin the Moo events in Maitland and Townsville. Based in Portland, Oregon and boasting an A-List of clients (Spike Jonze, Nickelodeon, Volcom, Roxy, Nike, Girl Skateboard Co.), Lori has recently finished poster art & tour T-shirts for Bonnie Prince Billy. www.lori-d.comCameron Bird / Musician and designerCameron is the instigator and artistic frontman of one of Australia’s most innovative pop outfits Architecture in Helsinki. He is also the hand behind a plethora of AIH graphic work (cover art, flyers, posters, T-shirts) and a handful of covers for the Go-Betweens and Art of Fighting.

PrizesWinnerAdobe Creative Suite package (valued over $2000) 2 x VIP* Tickets to a 2010 GTM event A 2010 GTM Merch Pack4 x Highly CommendedVIP* Tickets to a 2010 GTM event A 2010 GTM Merch PackPeople’s Choice All entries will be uploaded to the GTM website to be judged by the discerning eye of the public. The peoples champion will receive VIP* Tickets to a GTM event.*VIP tickets will only be issued to the winner if they are over the age of 18. If the winner(s) are under 18, they will receive standard festival tickets.Get Crackin!