GUPSA Events Calendar

Join us to see the Australian Outback Spectacular Dinner / Show [🐎]
Embark on a journey to the heartland of Australia through an all-new show featuring true Australian characters, a transformative arena, mesmerising animals and immersive technology.
Including a delicious three course dinner with beverages, Australian Outback Spectacular’s Heartland takes guests on a compelling and emotional ride into the heart of the Australian bush.
Event Itinerary
When: Tuesday 3rd May
Cost: $50 includes Transport, Top Rail Premium Dinner Package, Backstage Tour and Show
Where:
- 5.00pm Bus departs at Nathan Campus.
- 9:30pm Bus Departs Outback Spectacular.

[🐎] Register: https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/australian-outback-dinner-show/

Come out for a night Multicultural Trivia Night! FREE food, live music and amazing prizes.
We will have prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams, door prizes and Best Dress. [🎁]

Event Itinerary
Where: Nathan Campus – UNIBAR
When: Wednesday 4th May
Cost: FREE includes Trivia + Food + Soft drink and Lucky Door Prizes
Teams: Teams of up to 5
- Doors open at 6:00pm
- Dinner & Live Music at 6:00pm to 7:00pm
-Trivia begins at 7:00pm
- Live Music 8:30pm to 9:30pm

-> Registration: https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/multicultural-trivia-night/

To get your FREE TICKET to see Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness at Event Cinemas.
This will be a private screening for current Griffith students from a Brisbane based campus and Digital Campus (online) students.
NOTE: You will be required to show a valid student ID on the night to collect your ticket.

Event Details
Opening Night – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
Date: Thursday 5th May
Where: Arrive at Event Cinemas Garden City at 6:00pm to sign in and collect your ticket.
What you will get:
- Movie Ticket
- Combo Deal: drink, popcorn and chocolate bar
- Chance at winning a door prize

Register -> https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/movie-night-doctor-strange/

The Barista Course will teach you the skills to be a barista and find out what it takes to make a really good flat white or cappuccino. This 5-hour barista course starts from the basics and culminates in two hours of non-stop coffee-making focusing on milk texturing and coffee art.

Event Details
Cost: $30
Date: Friday 6th May
How:

* Course 9:00am to 3:00pm
* Limited to 18 Students per course

Registration link coming soon!

Course information
We teach you how to use a coffee machine from scratch, with no prior experience needed and you will leave knowing how to:

* Froth milk
* Make espresso
* Make all of the coffees that you would find in a cafe
* Clean and maintain the coffee machines

Not an artist? That’s ok after the 2-hour non-stop coffee art session you will leave with knowing how to:

* How to froth milk more effectively
* Etching techniques
* Fudge art techniques
* Free pouring techniques

Pasta la vista, baby! [🍝]
Life is about exploring all the pasta-billites! Master the art of pasta making and learn how to create our signature fettuccine with hands-on guidance from the Salt Meats Cheese experts using the finest seasonal ingredients and techniques in this pasta making class in Brisbane.
Over two hours you will learn: How to make and knead pasta dough. How to roll out pasta dough using a pasta machine. How to turn the pasta sheets into fettuccine.
Event Itinerary
When: Friday 6th May
Cost: $20 includes Transport, Course and Lunch
Where:
- 9:30am Bus departs Nathan Campus
- 1:30pm Bus departs Cooking Class

[🍝] Registration: https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/pasta-making-class

The Spirits of the Red Sand is a first of its kind experience – a true cultural awakening that will open your eyes to the history, beauty, and vibrancy of the Aboriginal people.
The captivating live theatre and 3 course dinner that will immerse you in the unforgettable story of three Aboriginal brothers and their families, who experienced first-hand many of the events they bring to life.
Event Itinerary
When: Saturday 7th May
Cost: $20 includes Show and Dinner Package includes – Live theatre experience includes both Aboriginal culture and Australian History, 3 Course Dinner, Transport (RRP $120)
Where:
- 5:45pm Bus departs Nathan Campus
- 9:30pm Depart Spirit of the Red Sands
-> Registration: https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/spirit-of-the-red-sands-dinner-show
For more information visit -> https://spiritsredsand.com/

Paint and sip events are a lot like they sound! [🎨] [🍷]
One of our friendly artists will guide you step by step through an acrylic painting on canvas. We may be painting the same thing, but we each have our own viewpoint and set of experiences that influence the way we create.
Event Itinerary
When: Thursday 9th May
Cost: $25 includes 3-hour Painting Session, Food & Transport
Where:
- 6.00 pm Depart Nathan Campus
- 10:00 pm Depart South Bank

[🎨] Registration -> https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/painting-night-4/

Experience skydiving indoors! [✈️]
Your entire IFLY experience will last over an hour and the time does tend to fly...
Your session will include a brief orientation with coaching from a highly trained flight instructor, plus your time in the air. Each flyer in your group flies two times.

Event Itinerary
When: Friday 13th May
Cost: $20 includes 2 x Flights, Lunch and Transport
Where:
- 9:00am Bus departs Nathan Campus
- 1:30pm Bus departs IFLY Chermside

[✈️] Register: https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/ifly-indoor-sky-diving-3

[🏞️] SRC / GUPSA have partnered with Queensland Day Tours for a day exploring the world heritage protected, Springbrook National Park in the stunning Gold Coast hinterland.
Stand on the top of an ancient volcano with views that stretch from Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay. Stroll through the ancient rainforests, behind waterfalls and through natural caves. Believe us, you won’t want to forget your camera on this trip!

Event Itinerary
When: Saturday 14th May
Cost: $25 includes
• Guided Tour and Lunch Included
• Cedar Creek Rockpools (Walk)
• Curtis Falls (Walk)
• Gallery Walk Arts & Crafts
• Glow Worms Caves (entry included)
• Numinbah Valley Drive
• Natural Bridge Cave and Waterfall (Walk)
• Mountain Lookout of the Scenic Lookouts, Nature Walks and Waterfalls, lunch, and Transport
Where:
- 7:30am Bus depart Nathan Campus
- Arrive back to Nathan Campus at Approx. 5:30pm

[🏞️] Register -> https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/springbrook-tamborine-day-trip-2/

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SRC / GUPSA have partnered with Queensland Day Tours for a day exploring North Stradbroke Island.
North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah as it is known to the traditional owners of the Island the Quandamooka people) is Queensland’s most popular Island yet is just off the coast from Brisbane.
Minjerribah is the second largest sand island in the world – almost 40 km long and has everything – untouched beauty of its beaches and rugged coastline – forests with large numbers of kangaroos and koalas, and – it is surrounded by crystal clear waters that you can swim in safely all year round.

Event Itinerary
When: Saturday 21st May
Cost: $25 includes – Tour Guide / Food / Bus
Where:
- Depart Nathan Campus at 7:30am
- Arrive back to Nathan Campus approx. 5:30pm

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Register: https://griffithsrc.com.au/event/north-stradbroke-island-day-trip

Believe us, you won’t want to forget your camera on this trip!