ENTERTAINERS & SPEAKERS
Throughout the day, we’ll be running presentations, activations and smooth tunes across the park!
We’re also excited to announce a few special treats - speakers and a diverse group of vegan entertainers who will bringing us a special vibe from the main stage at the north end of the park.
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9 am - On Stage - Hayley Saunders - Yogi
Local Central Coastian, Hayley is a yoga teacher with everyday realism as her mission. She is passionate and insightful about anything to do with helping heal both human and non-humankind alike.
You'll find her inspirations come from nature, quantum biology, Ahimsa (to do no harm), the ocean, surfing and the creation of art and alchemy.
Hayley brings a unique element of mixing the sweet parts of yoga together (both strength and stretching) based on thousands of years of traditional Hatha, intertwining, intuitive & functional movement, soul and breath work and philosophy into a juicy practice of yoga, remembering it's not just about the asana (pose) but the response to the asana.
With inspiration from travelling, life experiences and over 12 years of teaching yoga, meditation, breath work and dance, she will help facilitate a re-membering of who you really are in a supportive space, feeling deeply into what you need, more connected to your body and life itself.
Hayley runs her Yoga/PT/Coaching service out of the beautiful Pearl Beach village on the Central Coast just 1 hour north of Sydney. She is also an exercise specialist providing online, personal training/yoga sessions 1:1 and group bookings and facilitating space at events.
Hayley always aspires to find the will to learn and grow, recognising it starts with self through challenges of adversity, habits and healing. One must look within to be able to grow with others.
Completely vegan for nearly 10 years, Hayley's daughter Miyah and her have 4 rescue chickens, 2 gifted bunny rabbits and plentiful wildlife in their backyard of the national park. They hope one day to create a retreat rescue sanctuary on fertile land to collaboratively return to harmony to earth. ❤️
Feel free to join class as we join Alive Fest for the first time, where everyone is welcome to join the yoga class, move, breath and have fun as we connect with an all-inclusive practice, to start the day off sharing the space with love 🌱
Namaste!
Insta - Pearl Beach Yoga
Facebook - Pearl Beach Yoga
10 am - On Stage - Gerard C Masters - Singer / Songwriter
Gerard’s songs songs are in the classic pop/rock style, influenced by bands such as Crowded House, Fleetwood Mac, Coldplay, Blur, Dave Dobbyn and maybe a tinge of country.
“I became plant based around 8 years ago. It has really helped me to become healthier and maintain a pretty decent level of sporting activities as I get older. It’s also great to be able to step away from the cruelty that is inherent in all animal agriculture.”
Insta - @gerardmakesmusic
Spotify link
11 am - On Stage - DJ P Funk
Hailing from the United States, The P Funk is known for his DJ Mixing & Mash-up Artistry, blending great songs and creating one amazing Dance Party where ever he goes!
On Going Vegan
“I had already gone vegetarian for ethical reasons when I met my wife, who was vegan. She asked me why I was still supporting the egg and dairy industries and I couldn’t come up with a reason. I made the switch instantly and haven’t looked back! It’s been the easiest and most rewarding lifestyle choice as an animal lover and environmentalist. too.“
Insta - @studioarkmedia
12 Noon - On Stage - Emma Kerin - Lead Candidate - Animal Justice Party
Emma Kerin is the lead Senate candidate for the Animal Justice Party NSW in the 2025 federal election. Emma served the community at large by working in the public service for 17 years focusing on financial crime. She has a master’s degree in this area and is currently completing Doctoral research. However, animal welfare has always been her ‘heart’ work. Emma brings a lifelong dedication to advocacy and animal rescue. The experience she has gained from this work provides a strong foundation and understanding, to now step up and tackle the entrenched injustices animals face.
Emma will lead with dedication and integrity to uphold the live sheep export, protect our native wildlife, stand up against the cruel treatment of animals in factory farms, and push for a federal independent office of animal welfare – and that’s just the start! Emma will push for Australian legislation and policy which values the welfare of all animals and protects them from suffering and harm to make meaningful change for animal, people and environment.
12:30 pm - On Stage - Meg Quinlan - Accredited Dietitian
Meg is a vegan Accredited Practising Dietitian, animal advocate, and the founder of Nooch Nutrition – an inclusive, neurodiverse-informed & affirming vegan Dietetics service.
Through Nooch Nutrition, Meg is committed to facilitating accessibility to veganism; guiding individuals and families in implementing sustainable & achievable changes for health, the environment, and animal welfare.
Meg holds a Master of Dietetics from Monash University and has a diverse background spanning research and development in food product innovation, as well as extensive experience as a paediatric disability Feeding Therapist, supporting neurodiverse children with sensory challenges around food. Meg is also dedicated to empowering under-represented communities, including her work addressing Aboriginal chronic disease in remote NSW, and her advocacy for transgender and gender-diverse populations.
Meg’s mission as a Dietitian is to challenge deeply ingrained beliefs shaped by animal agriculture propaganda, both within the broader community and the healthcare system. Within the healthcare system, she is particularly committed to challenging the routine use of dairy-based oral nutrition supplements and conventional approaches to addressing malnutrition.
Meg is also running a stall at the event, so be sure to find her there.
Website Nooch Nutrition
Insta Meg_Dietitian
1:30 pm - On Stage - Jemima - Singer / Songwriter
Jemima is a vegan singer-songwriter from Blacksmiths. Her music – featuring elements of folk, pop, and rock alongside poetic hard-hitting lyrics – has struck a chord with listeners, with her EP Things I Never Said debuting at #1 on iTunes Australia’s singer-songwriter charts. Jemima worked on the record at an animal sanctuary near Byron Bay, where she lived as a volunteer to care for cows, pigs, sheep, goats, and chickens. She now fosters other non-human animals and advocates for veganism whenever possible.
On Going Vegan
“Going vegan is easily the best decision I’ve ever made,” she says. “Every day I’m grateful that I can live in a way that reduces suffering and helps protect animals and the planet. As so many vegans say, my only regret is not doing it sooner.”
Insta - @jemimamusic
YouTube - @jemimaofficial