The opening of registrations for the 2nd AsiaPacific Outgames will be celebrated in style, at a gala event in Auckland in June. Buffy and Bimbo will MC the launch at the 5-star Hilton Hotel on Saturday June 12. Guests will hear the latest plans for the Outgames and have the opportunity to be among the first to register, receiving an earlybird discount on the registration fee. The Auckland registration opening event is one of five taking place on both sides of the Tasman on the weekend of June 12. The others are in Melbourne, Brisbane, Wellington and Christchurch. Tickets are $20, which includes canapes and entertainment. A cash bar will be available at the event, which is being organised jointly by OUTLine and the Outgames. The 2nd AsiaPacific Outgames will be held in Wellington from 12-19 March 2011. An estimated 1,000 people from over 15 countries are expected to take part the week, which aside from sports competitions also includes a human rights conference, arts and cultural festival and a number of parties. For tickets to the registration event, contact admin@outlinenz.com or wellington2011@inbox.com
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First published: Sunday, 25th April 2010 - 4:14pm