ABC, By: Kerrin Thomas, 11/18/2013
A benefit concert in support of families affected by Typhoon Haiyan in the Central Philippines will be held in Armidale on Friday, December 6. The concert will be held at the Armidale Town Hall. Julio Madera, who's helping to organise the event, says the Armidale community will dig deep for those still struggling to get through the natural disaster. Mr Madera says members of his family were impacted by the violent storm but he's been able to get in touch with them and has confirmation they're safe. He says many local artists, musicians and performers have already come forward to offer their time to help the victims. "The concert will comprise of a variety of acts, including Filipino dancing and singing, Filipino bands, as well as classical music, Rock 'n' Roll, bush poets, and Aboriginal dancing," he said.
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