The dance floor was buzzing, the music was pumping, and even Elvis made an appearance as locals came together for ‘The Big Night Out’ at Kiama Golf Club last Saturday.

The free community event, hosted by Kiama Community Radio (KCR) in partnership with Kiama Golf Club and proudly supported by Kiama Municipal Council, brought together people of all ages for a night of live music, dancing, and socialising.

Pearl Noir

With Pearl Noire and her band bringing the funk and a surprise DJ set by “Elvis” (Rick Mackaway), the night turned into a full-on dance party.

Thanks to a $2500 Cultural Grant from Kiama Council, the event offered affordable food and drinks at the bar, and transport options were made available to help more people attend, with buses running for those who needed a lift.

Elvis (Rick Mackaway)

A highlight of the night was KCR’s fifth Birthday Raffle, featuring a wide range of prizes generously donated by local businesses and community members.

Prizes included:

• A florist voucher from Posy Florist
• A wine gift pack and tasting from Crooked River Wines
• Two custom-made cushions from Bombo Blinds

• Two artworks by Machteld Hali
• A set of four Tsukiglass Japanese whiskey glasses
• Two tickets to The Co-Op Gerringong
• Flowers and a gift from healthSAVE Pharmacy
• A set of Missoni hand towels

All proceeds from the raffle go towards supporting Kiama Community Radio, helping to keep local stories and voices on air.

“This is exactly what Kiama needed,” said a local resident, Victoria.

“Great music, great people, and a fantastic venue. We hope it becomes a regular thing.”

With such a big turnout, The Big Night Out proves Kiama knows how to put on a proper party and that you don’t need to leave town for a night worth remembering.

Stay tuned, this could be the start of a new local tradition.

Karen Renkema Lang, Madeleine Scarfe and Bernie Hems from KCR