Pako Festa is turning 30 in 2012 and gorgeous Carmen Miranda, the public face of Pako Festa, is looking for 30 "assistant" Carmens to help make the day's celebrations sensational and unforgettable!

Do you have a Carmen Miranda trapped inside you, ready to burst out? Our Carmen is holding a Talent Quest at Cloud 9 Lounge Bar, 96 Pakington St, Geelong West, on Friday October 7 at 7.30 pm to select her fabulous team of "assistants". If you think you've got what it takes to be the "face" of Pako Festa 2012 please give Carmen a call at Diversitat on 5221 6044 to register for the big night on October 7. You can also email her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Surprise us with your ideas about how outrageously gorgeous your Carmen will be! There are no rules about who can apply so let your imagination go wild!!! There will be entertainment on the night and drinks at special Carmen Miranda prices. So come along and be part of the fun, even if your Carmen Miranda isn't quite ready to come out just yet! Don't forget to contact Carmen in advance to register for the Talent Quest.