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from Burdekin Local News 22.07.21

by DUO Magazine & Burdekin Local News

from Burdekin Local News 22.07.21, page 12

Article from: Burdekin Local News 22.07.21

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Hosts Frank and Suzzi Jerkic

Stardust to host ‘More Than Just a Drive-In’ family event

THE Stardust Drive-in Theatre is hosting a ‘More Than Just a Drive-In’ event, inviting families to come check out all the venue has to offer, from the movie-themed ‘Silver Screens and Coffee Beans’ cafe to the indoor cinema and mini-golf course.

Co-owner of the drive-in Suzzi Jerkic, who created the additions to the popular 1960s era cinema set up, says the event is an opportunity to share some of the venue’s magic, with a family-friendly day for locals.

“We’ve had a lot of backpackers coming in, and they have always said it’s such a hidden gem,” said Suzzi.

“We’re getting so many people from far away and Townsville and Bowen, so we just thought let’s let the locals know what we have here.”

Visitors to the drive-in will be able to sip on a coffee from the cafe and explore the area, which features a walk-through fairy garden, a newly refurbished mini-golf course and an indoor cinema, that will be showing Peter Rabbit 2.

“It’s not just the drive-in. Obviously, we’ve got the big screen, but we’ve put so much more into it for kids and families to enjoy.

“We’re hoping we’ll get some live music, and we will have a movie on in the indoor theatre.”

Suzzi said she created the space for families to enjoy, making sculptures and painting colourful murals to set the tone for the moviethemed location.

“I’ve always loved movies, and I’ve tried to create my own movie that kids can also enjoy like I do.

“The whole thing, I just love it. Kids aren’t just stuck in one spot. They can run around and enjoy themselves, look at things and explore their own minds.”

Entry to the outdoor complex on the day is by gold coin donation with under 3’s entering for free. Peter Rabbit 2 will be screening in the indoor cinema for $10 at 4pm.

“Come check it out, and then you can make your own mind as to whether you would like to come back,” said Suzzi.