Top talent celebrated

TALENTED residents were soaking up the limelight on centre stage during Casey’s Got Talent on the weekend.
The Mayoral charity concert was held on 5 November at the River Gum Performing Arts Centre, Hampton Park, and raised over $3000 for Southern Cross Kids Camp to assist young people in need.
City of Casey Mayor Shar Balmes said the event showcased local talent as well as raised money for a great cause.
“Southern Cross does an outstanding job in the community, hosting camps for children who are victims of abuse, domestic violence or neglect, and I am proud to support such a worthwhile cause,” Cr Balmes said.
“The two-hour concert featured singers, dancers, instrumentalists and bands of all ages. The energy and enthusiasm of all the performers were contagious, and impressive to say the least.
“Congratulations to all participants, and the audience members who dug deep to support such a worthy cause.”
The 2011 Casey’s Got Talent Winners:
Primary School Section
• 1st Prize: Oliver Thomson
• 2nd Prize: Teah Petrusic
• 3rd Prize: Jessica Nolan
• Special Mention: Jemma Nathaniesz
Secondary School Section
• 1st Prize: Remi Melika
• 2nd Prize: Chelsea Wall and Oliver Thompson
• 3rd Prize: Katie Difrabrizio
• 4th Prize: Natalie and Joshua Mamouney
Open Section
• 1st Prize: Tayla Thomas-Harmer and Ben Fleming
• 2nd Prize: Shanelle Jacobs and Nicole Miller
Vocal Performance Recording Studio Prize
• Kayla Messing
• People’s Choice
• Oliver Thomson