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By Kerri Lacey

Want to Join the Committee?

So you want to join the committee. The first thing that you need to be is a Full Member of ALVA.
If this is you, then all you need to do is get nominated. This is a simple process. Each year, there will be a nomination luncheon or a call for nominations. This is usually around September/October. You fill out an application and get that supported by another ALVA Full Member and you are away. On the last Monday in February, we will hold the Annual General Meeting at which time the nominations will be voted upon. If you are successful, then you will take hold of your position immediately. 

If you are taking over an Executive Position, there will be plenty of support with the hand over. You will officially be sworn into office at the Annual Banquet Luncheon.

If you are interested in electing for the ALVA committee, please email Susie Smither ALVA Vice President/Secretary at vicepresident@alva.org.au

 

ALVA Events
By Kerri Lacey

ALVA Events

Each year ALVA has several events, some of these events are in the yearly calendar like the Banquet and the Christmas Luncheon.

Others happen in the spur of the moment as the need arises, like a specific fundraiser to help someone in our community.

Regardless, all of these events are fabulous and offer you the opportunity to not only enjoy
each other’s company, but to also help others in the process.

NEXT EVENT: ALVA AGM February 2026 – details will be emailed + posted on all our social media platforms.

 

By Kerri Lacey

Corporate Support Information

ALVA is a Registered Charity organisation which relies on income from rental properties, functions and the generous support of members and the wider community. This allows us to continue helping many entertainers and other members of the entertainment community who unexpectedly find themselves in need of assistance.

Over the years, ALVA has been involved with many supportive businesses. Tony Packard generously donated cars for the Art Union fundraising events, and Darrell Lea was always a major supporter with the late Jason Lea being very much a part of our events. Many businesses in the hospitality industry and fashion industry have supported us by providing major prizes and auction items. With a long association with Hardy’s Wines donating champagne every year for our major events, thanks to our Patron Lady Joan Hardy.

These donations are usually arranged through the connections made by ALVA committee members. ALVA is always interested in building relationships with businesses and can offer several options to enable you to support us in an effective and sustainable way. Matching events with specific businesses, sponsoring Auction items and single fundraisers.

ALVA has had the pleasure of working with some of Australia’s much-loved businesses. Please take some time to visit our Sponsors – past and present.

For further information about connecting your business with the vital work by ALVA Inc. Contact Susie Smither, ALVA Vice President/Secretary on 0412 038 950.

 

 

 

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By Kerri Lacey

Membership Information

How to Become a New Member.
It is through the support of our Membership, through the attendance at our events and donations, that we can continue our Benevolent support of our entertainment community.

Membership requirements:

  • Full Member – Must be or have been an Entertainer or must be currently married to a full-time entertainer. 
    Fees: first year $40, annual renewal $20 (female membership only)
  • Associate Member – these members do not need to be entertainers, but they do need have a genuine interest in the entertainment industry. Or they may be friends and relatives of entertainers. These applicants need to attend ALVA Functions for at least 12 months before applying for membership.
    Fees: first year $35, annual renewal $15 (female membership only)
  • Life Member – open to Full members only.
    Onetime Fee: $200

Joining process:
To become a member of ALVA, please contact Susie Smither ALVA Vice President/Secretary 0412 038 950 for a membership form then email this to vicepresident@alva.org.au or Post to PO Box 30, Ramsgate NSW 2217. 

Your application will be tabled at the next committee meeting, and we will contact you as soon as it has been processed.

Committee Member – Monique Montez
By Kerri Lacey

Committee Member – Monique Montez

Multiple award winning vocalist Monique Montez has performed in many facets of the entertainment industry, making her a force to be reckoned with. Her captivating stage presence has wowed audiences worldwide, and she has hired and admired by the likes of Sir Richard Branson, Richard Pratt and Baz Luhrmann.

From musical theatre & cabaret, to television & the corporate world, Monique’s career spans over an amazing 23 years. Starring in Saturday Night Fever, We Will Rock You, Dusty The Original Pop Diva, Fiddler On The Roof and Dusty The Concert, she has also supported acts like Hollywood Legend Micky Rooney, Taylor Dane, The Drifters, Tom Burlinson, Human Nature & Sneaky Sound System to name a few.

Her career is dynamic & diverse, with television appearances on All Saints, GMA, Fresh, The Footy show, Kerri Anne, Carols in the Domain & Foxtel’s Channel V. More recently, Monique won the coveted “Female Vocalist of the Year” at the ACE Awards (Australia Club Entertainment).

Monique became a member of ALVA many years ago and in 2017, joined the ALVA committee. She took a small break but is back to help all. We are so excited to have Monique on the Committee.