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April - 23rd 2008
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Over 35 New Listings in this Bulletin

CALLING ALL ARTISTS OF ALL ART FORMS
Would you like to have a profile on the Arts Mid North Coast Website?
Arts Mid North Coast is constantly adding to the Artist features on the Arts Mid North Coast Website and we are seeking more of you out there to submit an expression of interest form available from http://www.artsmidnorthcoast.org/featured.php

Featured Artist
Jane Hosking - Sculptor
Arcadian Tradegy



Quote of the Week
The world we have created is a product of our thinking; it cannot be changed without changing our thinking - Albert Einstein

The following links will take you to other websites in the region that list events

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General News

  Camden Haven Music Festival - 25 April – 4 May Laurieton - Kendall & Port Macquarie
Over two big weeks, Camden Haven will come alive celebrating its award winning 13th annual music festival. Classical favourites including works by Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Schubert, Bach and Mendolssohn will be played by some of Australia's best classical musicians.
The Australia Ensemble and the Grainger String Quartet will perform, as well as viola soloist Patricia Pollett. The second part of the festival encompasses world music, folk music, jazz and comedy. Events will include salsa dance classes and a salsa party, Mara vocal workshops and performances, The Carpenters from Kempsey and much more. See stringed instruments in the making by visiting the studio of violin and classical guitar makers Graham Caldersmith and Angela Macpherson. Full program and ticket details online.
Website www.camdenhavenmusicfestival.org.au


Mid North Coast Creative Industry Research Project - Closing date for submissions is 5pm Friday the 2nd May 2008
Arts Mid North Coast is currently seeking submissions from suitably qualified/experienced research practitioners to undertake a research project in the Creative Industries Sector.
Terms of Reference and/or further information can be obtained by contacting Arts Mid North Coast on 0266589400 or via email: arts@midcoast.com.au

Coffs Coast Innovation Showcase - Innovation For Our Future, Creativity, Connections, Collaboration Commercialisation Part of the 2008 Australian Innovation Festival - Friday 9th May 2008
The Australian Innovation Festival is a national festival of events and activities highlighting the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship and industry clustering. The Coffs Coast Region boasts some outstanding examples of these in education and training, manufacturing, the creative industries and environmental management. The Coffs Coast Innovation Showcase is your chance to experience them first-hand in a series of presentations and exhibitions.
Friday 9th May 2008 - Presentations & Exhibitions 12.45pm for a 1.00pm start - Followed by Networking, & Ideas Olympics Final From 5.30pm - 7.30pm - Coffs Harbour Education Campus Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour - Presentations - D Block Theatre, Ideas Olympics - D Block Theatre, Exhibition - D Block Theatre Foyer, Networking - Student Bar.
Master of Ceremonies: Cameron Marshall, ABC Radio
Registrations and Enquiries - RSVP Monday 5 May 2008 Louise Potter at the Department of State and Regional Development to advise your attendance. Attendance is free. louise.potter@business.nsw.gov.au Phone: 02 6651 9945
The Coffs Coast Innovation Showcase is hosted by the Department of State and Regional Development in partnership with Coffs Harbour City Council, Bellingen Shire Council, Nambucca Shire Council, the Enterprise and Training Company, AusIndustry, the Coffs Harbour Education Campus, the Coffs Harbour Innovation Centre, Arts Mid North Coast, and Screenlinks.

Country Arts Support Program Funds 8 Projects on the Mid North Coast - 139 Projects Statewide Arts Mid North Coast, Regional Arts NSW and the NSW Ministry for the Arts are pleased to announce that there are 139 successful projects being funded through the Country Arts Support Program, in 2008 statewide totaling approx $204,000, with 8 projects being funded for the Mid North Coast Region, totaling $15,300.
CASP is a key regional arts funding program for NSW, which provides support to employ artists in locally initiated arts and cultural projects. The aim is to provide access to arts activities for small communities, to encourage communities to work together on cultural projects, to foster cultural diversity in the regions and to ensure that regional and rural areas have an artistic voice.
Projects that have been funded for 2008 in the Mid North Coast Region include: Biggest Bhangra Bush Dance at the Woolgoolga Curry Fest; Garden Art in Forster; All that Jazz in the Manning; ExtravaDance in Bowraville; Capturing the Beauty of Wingham through time at the Wingham Akoostik Festival; Macleay Valley Arts Council Ball; Coffs Harbour Arts Council - Coffs Coast Youth Arts in FOCUS and Bago Magic Performance Group Inc for a New Tutor
The Country Arts Support Program is funded by the NSW Government through Arts NSW

Japanese Festival of Childrens Day - Botanic Garden in Coffs Harbour on Sunday 4 May 2008
Coffs Harbour City Council the Friends of the Botanic Garden and the Coffs Harbour Australia-Japan Society are organising the second Japanese Festival of Children's Day at the Japanese Section of the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden in Coffs Harbour on Sunday 4 May 2008.
The inaugural event last year was a great success and won a national award in the single project category of the 2007 Australian Sister Cities Association National Awards.

Entries are now open for the 2008 NSW Tourism Awards and the industry is encouraged to be part of the State’s premier tourism event. The NSW Tourism Awards is managed in partnership by Tourism NSW and the Tourism Industry Council NSW. Nominations for the 2008 NSW Tourism Awards close on 18 July and entries close on 2 September, with the finalists to be announced in October. For information about the awards, entry forms and free workshops for tourism businesses entering the awards http://ticnsw.com.au
Players for Life - Thousands of Australians are gearing up to celebrate the links between music making and wellbeing next month, 12-18 May, as part of Making Music. Being Well.
This is the national, week-long series of events taking place under a collaboration between MPFL
and the Australian Music Therapy Association. - Find out more at the Making Music Being Well website - and think about ways in which you could join in! www.makingmusicbeingwell.org.au
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Employment

CONSERVATOR - WORKS ON PAPER, ART GALLERY OF NSW Close - Friday 25 April 2008 - The Art Gallery of NSW is a State institution and part of the Department of Arts, Sport and Recreation. The Gallery attracts over 1.3 million visitors annually. It has significant collections of art and presents a dynamic program of national and international exhibitions. For this position you will need tertiary qualifications in material conservation and significant working experience within the conservation field. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the physical and chemical construction of paper, chemistry, art history, artist's methods, materials and techniques used. Experience performing conservation treatments and an ability to perform laboratory techniques for analysis of organic and inorganic materials. If this sounds like you… for more info visit: https://jobs.nsw.gov.au


EVENTS COORDINATOR, POWERHOUSE MUSEUM - Close: Friday 2 May 2008
The Powerhouse Museum is located in Darling Harbour, Sydney. The museum possesses a diverse collection of 385,000 objects that span history, science, technology, design, industry, decorative arts, music, transport and space exploration. This position requires experience in the coordination of meetings and events, demonstrated success in a sales role and experience in the provision of superior customer service, with a proven ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure. If you think you have what it takes… you can find this job at: https://jobs.nsw.gov.au/JobDetails.asp?JobAdvertId=70809

ABORIGINAL TRAINEE PROJECT COORDINATOR, INNER WEST CULTURAL SERVICES - Close: 2 May 2008
This is a re-advertised position. Inner West Cultural Services are looking for an emerging project coordinator to organise and manage events for the Galari Domigbane Project – a cultural exchange theatre project between Aboriginal and Sierra Leonean Communities of Marrickville. The Aboriginal trainee project coordinator will work alongside a Sierra Leonean trainee project coordinator. The Trainee coordinators will be mentored in the following areas: Events Management, Dealing with Government, Cultural Awareness Practice and working with young people. You must be within the age bracket of 18-35 years old and from an Aboriginal cultural background, preferably living in the Marrickville area.
For more info phone 0408 403 983 or email beckronkson@optusnet.com.au

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER and ARTS PROGRAM MANAGER, BARKLY REGIONAL ARTS - Close: 2 May 2008 Barkly Regional Arts Inc is offering two very exciting positions. BRA is a community based arts organisation in a remote town going through a very exciting period of change and development. Supported by the Australia Council and Arts NT, BRA has attained Key Producer status and will provide community arts activities in Tennant Creek and the Barkly Region of NT in a broad cross cultural context. If you are interested in either of these two positions please contact Neil Bell on 0419 037 147 or email neilbell@ozemail.com.au
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Opportunities

PLAY NOW ACT NOW a creative competition about young people, alcohol & other drugs, is on again in 2008. Competition deadline is Friday 25th July 2008. Entry to Play Now Act Now is free. Play Now Act Now is a film, graphic design and writing competition for young people aged 16 to 25 in NSW. There are 3 main competition categories in the 2008 Competition: Film/Video, Creative Writing and Graphic Design. The theme for the 2008 Competition is PARTY SMART.
For more information on Play Now Act Now please contact Katrina Douglas on
k.douglas@metroscreen.org.au or 02 9361 5318.
Play Now Act Now is an initiative of Metro Screen and NSW Health
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www.playnowactnow.net.au


A BRUSH WITH VERSE ART PRIZE , April 3 –May 4 - Tenterfield. Entries due March 17 - for Art inspired by Poetry. Art Judge Simon Mee USQ
$2000 for Acquisition ($1000 minimum .purchase) Plus $2000 in other cash prizes – includes $400 for best original poems judged by Dangerously Poetic (Northern Rivers)
Full details a
t
www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au or PH. (02) 6736 1305

Inaugural Lower North Coast Photographic Art Prize - Monday, 7 January 2008 to Wednesday, 30 April 2008 - Entries close late April
Open to photographers from Bulahdelah to Port Macquarie. $6500 in prize money. Entries now open. Photographers may enter up to four prints - any subject. Entries close late April with selected prints to be exhibited from June 6 - 15 - during the month long Manning Valley Festival of the Arts. The winners will be announced at the official opening of the exhibition and festival on June 6 at the Manning Regional Art Gallery. Judges are Jim Frazier and Sue Mitchell.
Entry forms available from the Manning Regional Art Gallery, Macquarie St Taree.
CONTACT NAME: Ian Cran 6559 2669 or PHONE: Dennis Lawrence 6551 8882

SHORT SHARP FILM FESTIVAL 2008 - The Mid North Coast's own short film festival competition is happening on the 26th July 2008 at Southern Cross University, CHEC, Coffs Harbour. So start making those films!!!!
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 5pm, 13 June 2008, for all entries
CATEGORIES OF ENTRY: Primary School, Secondary School, Open Section
Film Length - Primary School Up to 5 minutes, Secondary School Up to 7 minutes, Open Section Up to 8 minutes (for awards in Best Coffs Coast film, Best Mid North Coast film, Best Open film in all categories)
SIGNATURE ITEM: Dart Board - Your film must contain the signature item ( visual or verbal)
SCREENING DATE: Saturday 26 July 2008 – for finalists in all categories
Coffs Harbour Education Campus – D Theatre, 363 Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 AUSTRALIA
Visit www.shortsharpfilmfest.com for all the updates on information sessions,courses and events!!!! Sponsored by Coffs Harbour City Council and Southern Cross University

INSCRIPTION AWARDS - Deadline for submissions - October 31 2008 - With a total prize value of $200,000 - including a trip to Los Angeles and the chance to work with a stellar cast of leading international script developers, writers and actors - the third biennial INSCRIPTION AWARDS are the biggest yet. The competition continues to grow, with bigger cash prizes and more awards on offer this year. The seven prize categories include Film, Television, Theatre, Regional, Grey Matter, Youth and Indigenous. The winner of each award category will receive a prize package worth $25,000, including $5,000 cash, $15,000 worth of intensive script development with leading international talent, and $5000 in production support.
Please visit www.inscription.com.au to download an application form or email marcus@inscription.com.au or phone Marcus West on (02) 9386 5993


Musica Viva CountryWide | Residencies - Ongoing
The Musica Viva CountryWide program undertakes a limited number of residencies each year. Residencies can be tailored around the specific musical interests of individual communities, and usually culminate in a public concert involving the community musicians and ensemble in-residence. If such a residency would assist in building the musical skills of your community, or would build interest in ensemble music in your area, you are encouraged to contact Musica Viva to discuss the opportunity. Contact David Hoffman, CountryWide Manager Tel 02 8394 6666
Email: dhoffman@mva.org.au Website www.musicaviva.com.au
Coastal Flow - a selected exhibition of recent art work by local artists at the Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery Gladstone.Closing date Thursday 24th April
The Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery invites artists, craft artists, writers and musicians to submit work for inclusion in an exhibition titled "Coastal Flow" at the Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery opening Thursday 5th June, closing Sunday 29th June 2008.
Concept - The exhibition, "Coastal Flow" will be a selected exhibition of 2D, 3D artworks, audio, craft art, short stories and poetry that will showcase the professional artists of the shire / region.
Further Information and Application Forms can be obtained from
Barbara Huntington Kempsey Shire Council P.O. Box 78 West Kempsey 2440 Phone enquiries 65663226

POSTCARD SHOW a new initiative by the FOCUS committee.
The POSTCARD SHOW is an exhibition to be held at the Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery opening April 4 until May 10.
Artists are invited to submit small works for exhibition. The works will be for sale.
There will also be a Frst Prize of $200 awarded along with a Peoples Choice Award of $100 and a FOCUS Members Prize of $100.
As an added incentive the gallery director Dr. Leigh Somers will also select a work from the exhibition to be published as a postcard for the Regional Gallery.
Entry forms are available at the Regional Gallery, the Bunker Gallery, Libraries and The Art Shop - Coffs Harbour. Please direct any enquiries to Deb Wall on 6648 4862
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Stroud Writers FAW NSW Inc - Short Stories Literary Award - Closing Date 13 June 2008
For a Short Story up to 3000 words - open theme. First prize: $200; Second prize $100.
Highly Commended and Commended Certificates awarded.
Normal FAW Competition Conditions apply. Entries must NOT be submitted to any concurrent competitions. No entry form required.
Entry fee $5 per story with cheque/money order payable to 'Stroud Writers FAW NSW Inc.'
Send entries to: Competition Secretary Stroud Writers FAW NSW Inc PO Box 4 STROUD NSW 2425

Dorothea Mackellar. Poetry Awards - close 2 June 2008 "Forests, Feathers, Fins and Fur" is this year's theme for country's largest poetry writing competition for students, which celebrates the work of well-known Australian poet Dorothea Mackellar.
"These important awards provide a unique voice for our youth. I encourage all schools to participate and write about our precious environment."
This year, the poetry awards take on an environmental theme with the Namoi Catchment Management Authority (CMA) also throwing its support behind the event.
Authors Sue Gough and Prue Mason are the judges, and winners will be notified during NLNW (1-7 September).
A National Presentation Ceremony will be held in Gunnedah on 5 September 2008.
Award entry forms and information on poetry writing, resource notes for teachers and judges' reports are available at www.dorothea.com.au

CBCA(NSW) Frustrated Writers Mentoring Program Awards 2008 - Entries close on Monday
30 May

Librarians! Please spread the word about these awards to encourage emerging children's writers. Any of your readers, as well as yourselves, could be eligible to enter.
Children's Book Council (NSW) Frustrated Writers Mentoring Program awards for 2008 are now open for all unpublished writers living in NSW and writing for children. This highly successful mentoring program, funded by ArtsNSW, has nurtured emerging writers for nearly a decade. Three categories of writers: Junior (under 15 years), Young Adult (15 to 20) and Senior (over 20). All kinds of writing are acceptable as
entries and appropriate mentors are carefully chosen to help award winners to improve their work. On the CBCA(NSW) website are the 2008 entry form, conditions of entry, award results and judges' comments: www.cbc.org.au/nsw

2008 Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award - Entries Open 31st March 2008 - Close 1st August
Entry is open to all artists who are residents of Australia who can submit up to two drawings can be submitted the 2008 Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award.
In 2008 the award celebrates 20 years of promoting innovation and excellence in Australian drawing and has increased to $30 000 to coincide with this important anniversary.
The major award of $15,000 is acquisitive, along with further acquisitions to the value of $15,000.
A selection panel will select between 45 and 55 works for the award. The exhibition of the selected entries opens at the Grafton Regional Gallery Friday 24 October. It is from this exhibition that the judge, Hendrik Kolenberg, will select the overall winner.
Entry forms and further information are available from the Grafton Regional Gallery by phone 02 6642 3177 or download via the galleries website at www.grafton.gallery.nsw.gov.au
The Grafton Regional Gallery is located at 158 Fitzroy Street Grafton and is open 10am to 4pm from Tuesday to Sunday.

NRWC - Residential mentorship opportunity - Applications close at 2pm on Thursday 24 April
Now in its ninth year, the Northern Rivers Writers’ Centre’s annual residential mentorship has assisted some of the region’s best writers to get their first novel published,
The chance to access this unique local opportunity is coming round again, with entries closing for this year’s NRWC residential mentorship on 24 April.
The mentorship offers emerging Northern Rivers writers a five-day residency at a beautiful guesthouse in the hills of Byron Bay from 26 to 30 May.
The Centre is looking for writers with exceptional ability and commitment who are working in areas of fiction and narrative non-fiction and encourages anyone with a well-developed manuscript to apply.
The mentorship is funded by Arts NSW and includes accommodation, tutoring and two meals per day. Applicants must be Northern Rivers residents, aged 18 or over and a current member of the Northern Rivers Writers’ Centre. Applications close at 2pm on Thursday 24 April. For an application form visit www.nrwc.org.au or phone 6685 5115

Griffith Cottage Gallery presents Flavourtech "Exposed '08" Art Awards. - Flavourtech Exposed 2008 is an inaugural art competition comprising four categories which aim to recognize, expose and promote emerging artists in various genres in the public and commercial arena. This competition is planned as an ongoing event staged over the June long weekend each year. All entries must feature the human form as its central subject. Prize money will be awarded to 4 sections; Open: $3000, Figure Drawing $1000 (any medium), 3D $1000, Riverina Artist $1000 (Must have resided in Riverina for more than 12 months)
Griffith Cottage Gallery invites you who share the goals of social, artistic and cultural responsibility in the community help fellow thespians by spreading the word across your regions and encourage local artists to enter such a wonderful competition. - For further inquiries call Di Tarr Gallery Director on 0427642610 or at the Gallery on 69625512.
THE INAUGURAL 2008 IMAGinE AWARDS - the inaugural 2008 IMAGinE awards will recognise and celebrate excellence across all aspects of the NSW and ACT museum and gallery sector.Eleven prizes will be awarded across four different categories: Organisations Awards for Excellence, Innovation & Leadership, Education & Public programs, Individual Achievement Award. Nominations for the awards will open early in May, and an application form will be available shortly. For more details please stay tuned to www.mgnsw.org.au or contact Elizabeth Smith-McIntosh, Manager Special Projects, Museums & Galleries NSW on 9339 9911 or elizabethm@mgnsw.org.au. The IMAGinE awards will be presented on Saturday 25 October 2008 at the Art Gallery of NSW in Sydney. The awards are an initiative of Museums and Galleries NSW, Museums Australia (NSW & ACT), and the Regional Galleries Association of NSW. Further information: www.mgnsw.org.au
EMSLA AWARD - Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery invites all artists who reside in Australia to submit still life paintings in the Eutick Memorial Still Life Award. (The EMSLA) The award promotes excellence and innovation in Australian still life. The major award of $10,000 is acquisitive, with further prizes totalling $12,500. Entry Forms available by download at http://www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/2478
Important Dates for EMSLA participants: Image, entry form and payment to arrive by 8 August 2008. Notification of selection or non-selection posted by 3 September. Delivery of selected works to Gallery no later than 3 October. Opening night and announcement of winner 31 October. Exhibition Closes: 10 January 2009

Myfuture Student Video Competition Launches 12 May 2008 - This year the competition will run earlier to maximise opportunities for senior high school students to take part. Competition launch is 12th May with entries closing on 18th August 2008. This is an exciting opportunity for young people Australia wide to explore their futures in a creative and innovative way. The competition has a prize pool of over $5000 and is supported by valuable production resources. Tune into THE CREW, 5.00pm Mondays on SBS Television for competition updates and look out for the resource pack arriving in schools early May.
Registration for the competition is now open. Register on-line at the competition website www.thecrew.net.au Enquiries: Al Ellis 02 9522 8855 - myfuture is a joint initiative of the Australian, state and territory governments

Women in Business Regional Program - The Women in Business Regional Program has been developed to improve the business skills of women who own or operate a small business in a regional community and assist them to grow their business. The Program is very practical and is designed to meet the needs of local businesswomen.
The program offers businesswomen a combination of: Business skills training workshops; Opportunities to work with an experienced business person, who will act as a mentor to small groups of women on the program; and Networking events, where you will be able to meet other businesswomen and representatives of local business organisations.
The program will be held in PORT MACQUARIE and will run over a 3-month period (Yet to be finalized, commencing May/June). The cost of the full program is only $150.00 (exclusive of GST).
For more information, download the full information brochure from www.hastingsbec.com.au/downloads/WIBRP.doc

Crescent Head Malibu Classic Surf Art Exhibition Thursday 22 May - Sunday 25 May 2008
The underlying theme of the exhibition, SUN, SURF and SKY implies as beach goers and surfers we enjoy ourselves identifying with the sand, sea and sky.
Entry fee to the exhibition is $15 and 10% commission on all artworks sold
Judged Prizes; Overall Winner…2nd …Highly Commended - Category 1 Painting: oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel and works on paper - Photography - Sculpture, ceramics, pottery, jewellery and textiles
The opening night and presentation of winners will be on the Friday evening at the Crescent Head Surf Club from 7.00pm. Drinks and nibbles will be available. Entry fee $5 an adult and a gold coin donation for over 16yrs of age…note this exhibition is run concurrently with the Classic Longboard event
Entry Forms fergocrezhead@aapt.net.au mobile 0409 719 275 Wonderland Framing
art@wonderlandframing.com.au
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Funding

The Foundation for Young Australians - Indigenous Small Grants - Closing 12 May - Indigenous Small Grants provide funding to Indigenous organisations and organisations that work with Indigenous young people and communities to develop new initiatives, as well as the expansion of existing successful initiatives. Indigenous Small Grants offer funds up to $5,000 to successful applicants. Applications for Indigenous Small Grants can be made at any time during 2008, with two funding opportunities throughout the year. To find out more about Indigenous Small Grants, Tel 03 9670 5436 or 1800 252 316 Website www.youngaustralians.org


Youth Participation Grants Program: A new funding opportunity for NSW young people - Round 1 - Applications close 24 April 2008 - Round 2 - Applications close 25 July 2008
YAPA's Youth Participation Grants Program gives young people the power and resources to develop and implement community activities in their local area.
If you are aged between 12 and 25 years, and living in NSW, you can apply for a youth participation grant.
You can apply for up to a maximum of $5,500.
More details at http://www.yapa.org.au/yapa/ypp/index.php


Arts NSW funding programs now open for 2008 - 2009, schedule of closing dates for Arts NSW programs is available from http://www.arts.nsw.gov.au/Guidelines/guidelines.htm
Australia Council funding programs now open for 2008 - 2009 - further information from http://www.ozco.gov.au/grantFinder.aspx?artformID=1

Announcing Community Partnerships grant opportunities for 2008... Community Partnerships is pleased to announce the launch of its re-vamped project categories for next year:
- Project and professional development (category B) - $0 to $20,000; and
- Projects with public outcomes (category C) - $20,000 to $35,000
Applicants will now have more opportunities to apply for funding through these categories, with applications accepted anytime from 1 February to 1 September 2008. There will be four funding rounds, the first round open from the 1 Feb to 3 March 2008 followed by three other rounds throughout the year. Please visit http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/grants/community_partnerships for details.
Applicants are advised to contact Community Partnerships staff to discuss the proposed starting dates for their project and the most appropriate funding round in which to lodge their application.
Please forward this information to your networks and stay tuned for the announcement of further Community Partnerships funding opportunities, available on-line early 2008 at http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/grants/community_partnerships

Aboriginal Heritage Projects - Ongoing - Aboriginal Heritage Projects provide grants of up to $75,000 to conserve Aboriginal heritage and encourage greater understanding of Aboriginal culture. The program assists in the conservation of culturally significant Aboriginal sites, documents community events and contributes to Aboriginal tourism. The aim is to sustain long-term heritage benefits and create greater knowledge of Aboriginal traditions throughout the greater community. Contact Richard Shapter, Aboriginal Heritage Officer Tel 02 9873 8577 Email richard.shapter@heritage.nsw.gov.au
The Foundation for Young Australians is now accepting entries for Your Eyes Only. - Closing Date for entries is 2 September 2008
Your Eyes Only is a creative funding opportunity for young people 12 to 15 years to submit a creative entry that celebrates the strengths of their community through their eyes. Applications will be judged by a committee of young people aged 12 to 15 years from across Australia.
Successful entrants will nominate a community group working with young people in their community (for example a school, youth group or sporting group), to receive a donation of up to $3,000. This donation would then be used by the community group to further its work by purchasing much needed equipment or adding funds to an existing program.
For further information, entry forms and guidelines, please visit The Foundation for Young Australians’ website www.youngaustralians.org or call (03) 9670 5436.

The Great Lakes Council Community Grants Program is now open 2008-2009 Funding Round - Applications are to be received at Great Lakes Council by 26 May 2008
The Great Lakes Council Community Grants Program provides funding to non-profit community organisations toward projects that improve the quality of life for the Great Lakes community.
From 11 March, application forms are available from Council offices, libraries and the Council website: www.greatlakes.nsw.gov.au.
For more information about these events or your application contact: Chloe Beevers, Strategic Community Planning Coordinator, Great Lakes Council Phone: 65917312; 0408202126 or email:
chloe.beevers@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au

Bellingen Shire Council Social Development Small Grants Scheme - Closes May 5th 2008. Up to $4,000 will be made available to eligible community groups for projects that help address social needs and issues.
The aim of the Social Development Small Grants Scheme is to provide assistance to community groups that are working to address social needs and issues in line with council's social plan.
Application forms and guidelines are available from Bellingen Shire Council Administration Centre
F you would like more information about the small grants scheme contact Josie at council on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Phone 66557336 or email jrobinson@bellingen.nsw.gov.au

BUZZ GRANTS - Buzz is a grant round offering flexible support for young musicians, sound artists and music-related arts workers through grants of up to $2500. Buzz is a program devolved to The Foundation by the Music Board of the Australia Council. Buzz Grants are a strategy of the Australian Government's Young and Emerging Artists' Initiative. Applications for Buzz Grants are open and for more information visit: http://www.youngaustralians.org/fund/ya_fund_buzz.asp
Do you have a project that will make a difference? You may be eligible for money through Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s Community Grants Program OR Music Development Fund
The Community Grants Program (CGP) funds local not-for-profit community groups. Three categories are: Community Development, Arts and Culture, Sport and Recreation. For more info about CGP contact Maya 6581 8545 maya.spannari@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
The Music Development Fund supports local music groups. For more info contact Wendy 6581 865
The rounds will open on the 2nd June and closes on Friday 4th July
There will be a FREE Information Session held Monday 2nd June 08 10am- 12 noon
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council Function Room, Port Macquarie
To RSVP contact Shona Russell on 65818 055 or shona.russell@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
Applications Packs from www.pmhc.nsw.gov.au and Council Offices from 2nd June 2008
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Events

Taree Eisteddfod - The syllabus for the Vocal Section of the Taree & District Eisteddfod is now available. The dates for this section are from the 22nd April to the 26th April, 2008--which takes place in the second week of the Easter holidays. The closing date for entries is 22nd February, 2008.
This eisteddfod is one of the largest regional eisteddfods in NSW and we pride ourselves on the camaraderie that competitors experience in our lovely valley. For further information contact Ariana Shneider, Vocal Co-ordinator on- (02) 65570073, or e-mail on-
ian.herd7@bigpond.com


Manning Entertanment Centre - Greater Taree Direct Phone: 6592 5466 www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au
Taree and District Eisteddfod - Vocal Section from April 22nd - Piano Sect in April 27 – 30 - Dance from May 5.
Trevor Knight in Concert Saturday May 3 at 7.30pm - Trevor features the music made famous by the late John Denver who has certainly been one of the most popular singing/songwriters of the last thirty years. Trevor also features some of his own original tunes. Don’t miss two time Golden Guitar winner Trevor Knight in Concert. Adults $25.00 Pension $20.00 Students $20.00
Foster and Allen Australian Tour 2008 Tuesday May 20 at 7.30pm These gentlemen always fill the MEC when they perform here in Taree and feature well known numbers such as “Maggie” and a “Bunch of Thyme” to mention just two. This is rumored to be their final Australian tour. Adults $55.00 Pension $50.00Book at Video Ezy Taree phone 655 5699.

Jetty Theatre shows - Coffs Harbour
JETTY THEATRE - Coffs Harbour Musical Comedy Company Inc In association with Hal Leonard - Josef Weingerger presents Calamity Jane 11 April - 3 May
In the wild-west outpost of Deadwood City, 1876, we find the sharpshooting tomboy, Calamity
Jane surrounded by cowboys, townsfolk, and the famous Wild Bill Hickock.
After a mix-up in the talent pool at Deadwood's saloon-theater, Calam goes to Chicago to import
to Deadwood the glamorous actress, Adelaide Adams, but returns by mistake with her maid,
Katie Brown instead. Back in Deadwood, Katie's inability to perform is overcome as she wins the
heart of the young Lieutenant Danny Gilmartin, and when Calam sheds her tomboy persona at a
ball at the local Fort and becomes a true woman, she realizes that she loves Wild Bill Hickock.
Tickets: Adult: $18 Concession: $16 Group bookings (20 or more): $15 Buy your tickets online
www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/2251 or from the Jetty Theatre Box Office, in person or by phone
on 6652 8088 between 10am and 4pm Monday-Friday

Flamenco Fire's Sol de Oto _ 5 May 8pm 6 May 8pm - Since 1999 Flamenco Fire has been thrilling audiences with a heady mix of traditional and contemporary flamenco music, dance and song. Sol de Oto _ o, Flamenco Fire's newest production, comes to Coffs' Jetty Theatre in May for two performances only.
Produced by Red Chair in association with Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Tickets: Adult: $40 Concession: $34 U21: $22
Buy your tickets online www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/2251 or from the Jetty Theatre Box Office, in person or by phone on 6652 8088 between 10am and 4pm Monday-Friday


Coffs Harbour Regional Conservatorium - Sydney Youth Orchestra - 13-14 April. The Sydney Youth Orchestra (SYO) is coming to Coffs Harbour during its regional tour of NSW. The event is presented by the Coffs Harbour Regional Cnservatorium and will take place at Australis Opal Cove ResortTickets are currently on sale for the following SYO events via the Jetty Theatre Box Office (in person, by phone or online):SYO in Concert - Sunday 13 April at 8pm Toddlers' Proms: Meet the Orchestra - Monday 14 April at 9.30am and 11am
Ku Promotions presents - Phone/Fax: 02 66 847 921 Mobile: 0412 140 320 Website: www.kupromotions.com.au
Katie Noonan, Elixir and The Flametree Quintet - A & I Hall, Bangalow - Thursday 24th April -
Doors open 7.30 for show at 8

NEeMA Friday 16th May - Bangalow Catholic Hall Supported by Saritah Tickets $15 at the door only - Doors open at 7.30pm Great food at the show by She Bites
Dog Trumpet - Wed 28th May - Unibar, Southern Cross University, Lismore. Tickets $18/16 (conc.) available on the door 8pm,
All Ages show - Fri 30th May - The Sound Lounge, Gold Coast. Tickets $25 on the door / $22 online available from www.thesoundlounge.com.au Doors open at 7.30pm, 18 + show
Sat 31st May - FEHVA Video Art Award, A&I Hall, Bangalow Tickets $25/20 (student) available from Jetset Travel, Byron Bay 6.30pm screening of finalists followed by Dog Trumpet, All Ages
This Show is supported by Arts NSW auspiced through Byron Region Community College


Hastings Choristers present Journey - Featuring Christopher Allen Baritone, David Malikoff Orator. With Cantorous, Cantabile and BEL Canto Choirs. Musical Director Robyn Ryan.
Uniting Church Sherwood Road Port Macquarie - Sat May 24th at 4.pm doors open 3.30pm. Sun May 25th at 2.pm doors open at 1.30pm
Tickets from Visitor Information Centre Gordon Street Port Macquarie. $20 Adults, $18 Conc, $10 School Students


2008 Camden Haven Music Festival 25 April to 4 May - 10 exciting days of music, dance, comedy and cabaret. Join as a Friend and be eligible for valuable ticket discounts. If you would like to receive a program guide send your name and postal address to the Coordinator chmf@tsn.cc Check the website regularly to see program and performers as they are confirmed. www.chmf.org.au. Phone enquiries to Alvena Ferguson 02 6556 9622
Port Macquarie-Hastings Multicultural Directory - You are invited to attend the Launch of the directory on the 27th May 2008, from 1.00pm.
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council cnr Lord and Burrawan Streets Port Macquarie NSW 2444
RSVP: Shona Russell - 65818 041 shona.Russell@pmhc.nsw.gov.au - Free entertainment and food will be available on the day. If you have special dietary requirements please notify at the time of reservation. For further enquiries please contact Maya Spannari, Community Development Worker on 65818 545 or maya.spannari@pmhc.nsw.gov.au

A photo documentary by Sarah George DDID JURA Dorrigo Rainforest Centre Dorrigo National Park, Dome Road, Dorrigo Tuesday 18 March to Sunday 11 May 2008 - Open 9am to 4:30pm every day - The life and stories of big Bill Neidjie People and Culture of Western Arnhem Land
Shakespeare On Avon Festival 10th Anniversary Gloucester Shakespeare on Avon Festival - Friday 16 and Saturday 17 May at Gloucester Recreation Grounds
The Stray Dogs Theatre Company will be presenting Henry IV, Part 1. Stray Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings at 8.30pm and a Matinee on Saturday at 1.30pm. Stray Dogs’ production of Henry IV, Part1 will be a shortened adaptation set in contemporary England - pacey, with high energy. it promises to bring full-blooded entertainment to the marquee at Gloucester.
Saturday Fair and Markets 10am to 3.30pm - Enjoy the wide range of stalls, activities and entertainment.
The Feast - On both Friday and Saturday there will be a Feast served at 6.15pm, which includes a two-course meal. A licensed bar, featuring local and regional wines will open at 5.30pm to further enhance dining experience.
Feast and Performance; $64 per person, Performance only; $38 per person
Premium Seating (Centre Rows A & B); $10 extra per person, Saturday Matinee Performance; $30, Student Concession; Saturday Matinee only; $18, Matinee & Feast: $56 Group booking of more than 20; 10% discount.
EARLY BOOKING ADVISABLE
Join in the frivolity of Shakespearean times. Gloucester Visitor Information Centre Phone/fax 02 6558 1408, Email; information@gloucester.nsw.gov.au
Shakespeare Festival web site; http://www.gloucester.org.au/shakespeare

Coastal ClayMakers Inc member Lisa Magri showing at The Coffs Harbour Regional Gallery from 4 April to 10 May. The exhibition will incude paintings by Julie Harris and Aloisia Feynes, as well as the Focus Postcard Show. - On Saturday 5th April at 11:00am Lisa will talk about her work, in the gallery for Coastal ClayMakers members and guests and gallery volunteers.
Those interested are invited to bring a picnic lunch for a gathering at the Coffs Harbour Regional Botanic Gardens afterwards. For further information, visit www.coastalclaymakers.com.au


Murder under the Microscope is on again this year for students in stages 3-5 (years 5- 10). www.microscope.edu.au Even tell your kids- they can pass the message onto their teachers at school.
MUM is an online game involving an investigation involving crimes scenes and accusations toward possible perpetrators’ of catchment is carried out through web access. Participation in MUM involves investigating pollution and damage to a catchment. This includes possible crime scene investigation and accusing possible perpetrators. The investigation winners will be listed on May 30 Please see the website for further information! www.microscope.edu.au

Sundowner Tiona Art Gallery Day! inaugural Art Exhibition supporting artists of the region. Situated in the beautiful Sundowner Tiona Conference Centre, the Sundowner Tiona Gallery will open at 11am on Saturday April 12th. There will be artist stalls showcasing a range of different artworks in a variety of mediums. Over 100 artworks will be on display within the conference centre and outdoors on the shores of Wallis Lake. There will be lots of fun things for the kids to do. When you stay at Sundowner Tiona for our Art Gallery day, children will receive a special artists pack! The Old Holden's Club will be showcasing their cars while cooking up a storm. There will be food stalls for you to enjoy while grooving to the live jazz band playing on the lawns call 1800 636 452 or visit www.sundownerholidays.com.
Bellingen Music Association -
Sunday 01 June - Bellingen Music Association's Fun Day of Music - Gleniffer Hall. 11:30am start - a smorgasbord of the Music of Bellingen
Sausage & rissole sandwiches, cold soft drinks on sale or BYO. Picnic atmosphere, folding chair, rug etc.
It's on rain or shine! Tickets at the gate. Info 6655 1053, bellmus@midcoast.com.au

Saturday 21 June - The Cotton Club Ball - Bellingen Memorial Hall 7:30pm - now in its 3rd year, a fabulous opportunity to dress elegantly and participate in another night of glamour.
The 20-piece Bellingen Big Band (formerly known as the Bellingen Shire Band) will entertain you with their extensive repertoire of Swing, Latin, Salsa, Jazz Standards, Ballads, and more. The popular Swing Sisters will of course be there to provide their blend of vocals, harmonies and their special sense of fun.
Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne on arrival, and BYO Alcohol And Supper. Tickets are $30 per head, and available from Heritage Music, 23 Hyde St Bellingen from 21 April 2008 (cash or cheque only). For further enquiries and tickets by mail, contact Dorothy or Mauri on 6655 1053, bellmus@midcoast.com.au

Sunday 22 June - Bellingen Choral Group's Concert - Bellingen Uniting Church Centre 2:00pm - $8 entry. Info - 6655 10058, kennea@bigpond.com
Saturday 27 September - Bellingen Music Association's Fun Night of Music - Bellingen Memorial Hall. More details as it gets closer. Info 6655 1053, bellmus@midcoast.com.au

Art at the Heart - The sixth biennial Regional Arts Australia national conference Oct 3rd - 5th - Alice Springs. Arts at the Heart will be presented by Regional Arts Australia and the Northern Territory Government through Arts NT, in collaboration with the host town of Alice Springs. Art at the heart will provide an opportunity for artistic and cultural exchange, cross cultural collaboration and best practice approaches to working in the arts. Artists, actors, academics, artsworkers, curators, filmmakers, musicians, performers, producers, students, volunteers, writers, all levels of government and the wider community will gather in Alice Springs to discuss, celebrate and experience the arts and cultural achievements of regional Australia. Registrations Now Open - Visit http://www.artattheheart.com.au
Musica Viva Concert 2 May 2008 Coffs Harbour – Duo Corda
Presented by Coffs Harbour Music Society and Musica Viva Australia
Lecture Theatre D, Coffs Harbour Education Campus, Hogbin Drive 8.00pm Tickets Ph: 02 6658 8908

Musica Viva Concert 3 May 2008 Camden Haven - Mara
Presented by Camden Haven Arts Festival and Musica Viva Australia
Laurieton School of Arts Hall, Bold Street, Laurieton 2.30pm Tickets Ph: 02 6556 9622

APN EMERGING FRONT IERS TOUR - A C O2 Australian Chamber Orchestra's Emerging Artists Ensemble In May 2008, ACO2, the talented Emerging Artists orchestra of the ACO, will tour regional NSW and Queensland - with a Mozart inspired performance visiting Parramatta, Coffs Harbour, Lismore, Toowoomba and Noosa.
ACO2 connects the next generation of talented young Australian musicians with renowned musicians from the Australian Chamber Orchestra, creating a combined ensemble with a fresh, energetic performance style.
The Ensemble will present concerts in Parramatta, Coffs Harbour, Lismore, Toowoomba and Noosa along with an Education Concert in Bellingen and Education Workshops in Parramatta, Bellingen, Toowoomba, Noosa and Bundaberg.
The concerts are presented by APN News & Media and the ACO Emerging Artists Program is made possible through a partnership with the Australian Youth Orchestra and generously supported by the Australia Council.
COFFS HARBOUR Monday 19 May 8pm Jetty Memorial Theatre cnr Harbour Drv & Edinburgh St
Adult $35, Concession $24, Child (2 years up to Year 12) $13 Groups of 10 or more $24, Friends of the Conservatorium $24
Box Office Jetty Memorial Theatre 6652 8088 or coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/2251
Further Information from - T: 02 8274 3812 M: 0419 018 764 E: julia.gross@aco.com.au

Jordan Jive Trio are back at Westport "Riverside Jazz" - This Sunday the 27th April from 1 - 4p.m.. The Trio is: Mark Spence from Atlanta on Drums, Chris Trotman on Tenor Sax and Flute, Geoff Kearns on Hammond B3 and Vocals
For those of you who can make it, the Trio will be appearing at the Bellingen Jazz Club's monthly Gig on Saturday 3rd of May at the Golf Club 8 - 12p.m. also The Great Northern Hotel, Kempsey from 4 - 7p.m.

SKORBA - Meditteranean/World music for the ancient temple of Malta - Monday 28 April, 7.00pm Bellingen CWA Rooms Church St, Bellingen
Tickets $20/$15 Bookings/enquiries: 0414 837367 www.myspace.com/skorba

FEHVA 2008 - 48 HOURS of visual art 24 May to 1 June - A&I Hall, Bangalow Visit http://www.fehva.com
Building on Bright Ideas Seminar 6.00 - 8.00pm Thursday 8 May
MLG13 (M Block, Lower Ground Floor, Room 13) Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC) 363 Hogbin Drive, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
This highly informative seminar brings together specialists on protecting and
commercialising your bright idea. Speakers include representatives from: IP Australia; Davies Collison Cave Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys; and Industry Development Centre (Hunter) Ltd (IDC). To register for the seminar please complete the attached form and return to IDC via fax on 02 4960 1137. Alternatively, phone 1800 995 299 or email your details to info@idc-hunter.org.au

Great Lakes Council - Community Summit - Thursday May 1, 2008 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (This event repeats every day until Friday May 2, 2008.) Location: Tiona Conference Centre Phone: Council: 65917222
BLOOD BROTHERS" comes to the Players Theatre for a 4 week season commencing on MAY 9 with well known Lyn Kershaw in the lead role.Few musicals have received quite such acclaim as Blood Brothers. Hailed as "ONE OF THE BEST MUSICALS OF ALL TIME"(Manchester Evening News), Blood Brothers has triumphed across the globe.
"BLOOD BROTHERS "tells the captivating and moving story of twin boys separated at birth, only to be re-united by a twist of fate and a mothers haunting secret. The memorable score includes "A BRIGHT NEW DAY " MARILYN MONROE and the emotionally charged hit "TELL ME ITS NOT TRUE
A sensational cast, show stopping music, dramatic staging , and stunning performances make "blood brothers" an enthralling night of entertainment. Tickets are available now from the visitor information centre or at the Box Office 1 hour prior to show.
OPENS MAY 9 UNTIL JUNE 1 Sessions - 8.00 pm Wedesdays, Fridays & Saturdays 2.00 pm Sundays.
PLAYERS THEATRE LORD ST - PORT MACQUARIE - DONT MISS IT BOOK NOW!

Coffs Calligraphers Annual Exhibition at the Bunker Gallery, Coffs Harbour on the 5th - 29th September, 2008.
The name of the exhibition "Expressive Lines" will be represented in the following categories: Wall Art - including works on canvas, Printmaking, Installations, Avant-garde Books, Textiles, Woodwork, Sculpture, Ceramics and Computer Generated art works.
All entries must be submitted with a photo of work and will be selected by a panel for final inclusion in the exhibition. Full details and entry forms available at www.coffscalligraphers.com.au
For more information, contact Exhibition Co-ordinators Colleen Little 02 6651 2406 colleen.little@bigpond.com.au and/or Robyn Lawrence 02 6652 2331 rjay@westnet.com.au

Book Launch - TURNED SKYWARD a novel by Edward Gordon - Sex, lies and the Outback
The lust for something more from within the confines of a small town is the subject of a novel by Edward Gordon.
Turned Skyward is an evocative Outback drama, which goes to the core of the inner person. It's raw and passionate, focussed upon a collection of compelling characters who are defined by the harsh elements that surround them.
Coffs Harbour 11am Fri 16 May 2008, Kempsey 2pm Tues 20 May 2008, Port Macquarie 6.30 Wed 21 May 2008

CORANGAMARAH ART PRIZE - The Corangamarah Art Prize - Applications close: Friday, 6 June 2008. concert 08, is a unique and contemporary Award for 2D works. Its inspiration will be drawn from a happening or experience from the year preceding the exhibition. Now in its third year, the Prize will culminate in an exhibition to be held at the Otway Estate Winery AND Brewery - Barongarook, Victoria. The $5000 Acquisitive Prize will be awarded on Opening Night, Saturday 9th August 2008. This year we have a Second Prize, with the Art Almanac giving advertising space in their monthly magazine. Artists throughout Australia and internationally are invited to enter, with the proceeds going to aid the new Corangamarah Residential Aged Care Facility in Colac. The winning piece of work will go toward developing Colac Area Health's art collection.
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Workshops

Coffs Coast Community College - Inform Yourself, Transform Your Life. A world of new opportunities is calling you! Expand your horizons through Learning… Term One 2008 course list now available - Enquiries: 66 525 378. PO Box 1930, Coffs Harbour, 2450


Creative Basketry Classes with Helen Beale - Classes are held every 1st and 3rd Sundays and Mondays each month. 9am to 4pm
Learn to weave baskets and sculptural forms using an assortment of techniques from traditional to contemporise.
Classes are held every 1st and 3rd Sundays and Mondays each month. 9am to 4pm at Helen's place on Scotts Head Road just south of Macksville.
For more details contact Helen by phone 02 65698152 or email
helenbeale@tsn.cc

Grantseeker Workshop in Port Macquarie 7th May - The Communities Strategy Branch of the Department of Community Services will again be providing a series of Grantseeker workshops across the state, in collaboration with Philanthropy Australia. These workshops are facilitated by Philanthropy Australia, and provide practical information about preparing budgets and submissions. They also assist in increasing participants awareness of the philanthropic sector as a potential source of partnership and funding. Further Information Kim Thomson - Senior Regional Strategies Officer - Child, Youth & Family
Mid North Coast Communities Division Department of Community Services - 6563 7830

The Communities Strategy Branch of the Department of Community Services will again be providing a Grantseeker workshop 7th May - Port Macquarie - in collaboration with Philanthropy Australia. These workshops are facilitated by Philanthropy Australia, and provide practical information about preparing budgets and submissions. They also assist in increasing participants awareness of the philanthropic sector as a potential source of partnership and funding.
Further information from Kim Thomson Senior Regional Strategies Officer - Child, Youth & Family Mid North Coast Communities Division Department of Community Services - 6563 7830

FREE Community Workshops!!! Port Macquarie -
Do you need help developing projects and writing funding submissions?? Port Macquarie-Hastings Council is conducting a series of workshops to assist Not-For-Profit organisations with the focus on project development and submission writing. New and emerging groups are also encouraged to attend. The aim of the workshops is to increase the quality of project applications that are submitted through the local grants schemes. Hastings Based groups and organisations will be given preference.
These workshops are one day sessions and will be FREE to community groups. Please identify the session that best suites you. Places are limited, so please RSVP to Shona Russell on 65818 055 or shona.russell@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
7 April 2008 10.00-4.00pm or 20 May 2008 10.00-4.00pm or 12 June 2008 10.00-4.00pm
All sessions will be held at the Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, corner of Lord and Burrawan Streets, Port Macquarie. If you have any further enquiries please feel free to contact Maya Spannari, Community Development Worker, on 65818 545 or maya.spannari@pmhc.nsw.gov.au

Free Workshop in Great Lakes - Attracting Funds and Resources for community groups - 6 May, 10am-4pm - Great Lakes Council Chambers, Breese Parade, Forster
This workshop will focus on developing strategies and preparing proposals for funding, sponsorship and other resourcing options. It will work through developing the basics of a grant or sponsorship application for funding or other resources and get you to identify and target potential sources of support.
This course will show you how to identify sources of assistance and how to secure it. It illustrates how groups can receive support beyond cash. It also sets out ways of preparing strong funding submissions.
Both staff and volunteers involved in all community-based organisations are welcome to enrol.
This is a FREE workshops delivered by Arts Mid North Coast and Great Lakes Council. Lunch, morning and afternoon teas are provided by Great Lakes Council.
Council's Community Grants Program closes 26 May, so this is an opportunity to polish you application. Successful applicants in the previous funding round will be showcased and presented with their cheques. - Enquiries and Registrations: Contact Great Lakes Council on 6591 7298

Training on Business Planning for community groups - 30 May, 10am-4pm - Great Lakes Council Chambers, Breese Parade, Forster - The cost to the participant will only be $25 including training resources and all catering for the day (lunch, morning and afternoon teas). This one day course is a nationally accredited unit. To enrol people can complete the enrolment form online at: www.regionalartsnsw.com.au
Participants will look at where their organisation is now, where they want to be and how to get there. By the end of the workshop you will have drafted key elements of a Business Plan for your community organisation.
This workshop will cover the essential areas of how to contribute to planning and management for not-for-profit organisations. This course de-mystifies the process of business planning and turns it into a tool that can be used effectively by groups of all sizes. It unpicks the jargon and gives you the skills and language to be able to clearly set out your long term plans and share them with potential support networks like local government. Although the workshop content is geared towards cultural organisations, volunteers working in all community-based organisations in regional Australia are welcome to enrol. The more people who come to a workshop from an organisation, the greater the benefit will be, because you can work together on issues. This workshops is funded by the Australian Government, through the Regional Arts Fund. Enquiries: Contact Great Lakes Council on 65917312

Didgeridoo Lessons - (Didge Provided) Come and learn the didgeridoo with Kerry Neil - Learn to play the Didgeridoo. From Basic Note to Circular Breathing - Wednesdays 5.30pm - 6.30pm $30 per hour for group of no more than 6 and $50 per hour for one on one lessons - Phone Kerry on 0447443532 to book
UPCOMING COURSES FROM SCREENLINKS 2008
Introduction to Short Film – Adults 6 week course - 6 x Monday Nights - 2, 16, 23 & 30 June
7 & 14 July 2008 Time: 6pm to 9pm

ETC Coffs Harbour 80 Grafton St Cost: $330 includes GST
Gain hands on experience with digital video technology, learn aspects of video production including: camera operation, lighting, audio, story boarding, scripting, directing and editing. Participants will shoot on Panasonic Mini DV cameras and edit their movies using Mac iMovie.
Digital Video Camera Operation & Techniques Wednesday 19 May 2008 Time: 6pm to 9pm
ETC Coffs Harbour 80 Grafton St Cost: $55 includes GST
Learn how to get the most out of your digital video camera and improve your filming skills. Easy tips and tricks for beginners and novices that will have you shooting like a pro! Hands on experience in a small class – test your skills as you go and see your shots improve instantly.

Voice Workshop - The workshop will be held at the Bonny Hills Community hall on Sunday 4 May
from 10 - 1
and it will cost $25 which can be paid on the day.Mara will spend quite a bit of the workshop on technique. Her style is the 'open throated' bulgarian style of singing.
Please ring on 6585 6636 or email me ellyfranch@hotmail.com

CARTOON DELIGHT WORKSHOPS Great Lakes APRIL HOLIDAY PROGRAM WITH LOCAL ARTIST PAM LANCASTER Join in the fun, STARTS APRIL 21ST - 24TH
Program suits skilled or inexperienced drawers Four session a week attend one or all sessions Kinder-12yrs Seperate teenage class Limited spaces available, bookings essential $10.00 per 2 hr session
Phone: 02 65 57601 Mobile: 0423364060 Email: pamlancaster58@hotmail.com

Bula’Bula Weavers Workshop - Manning Regional Art Gallery - A chance of a lifetime! Learn traditional Aboriginal weaving, using pandanus leaves. Three of Australia’s most outstanding craftswomen, from the Bula’Bula Co-operative in the Northern Territory, will be artists in residence at the gallery for three days only!
3 one day workshops Monday 19 May, Tuesday 20 May, Wednesday 21 May at Manning Regional Art Gallery 12 Macquarie Street, Taree (opp RTA office) $40 per day
Book early at the Gallery, payment required by Thursday 15 May Enquiries 6592 5455
Supported by ArtsNSW

TAFE Outreach is running a series of workshops covering topics such as: researching business pportunities, business planning, marketing, grant finding, accounts and networking. You'll work at your own pace whilst networking with business owners and service providers.
INFORMATION DAY: Find out more at the info. day NEXT MONDAY, 28 April 2008:

Nambucca Valley Youth Services Centre 48 Ridge Street, Nambucca Heads 10am-12pm
Students must be aged between 15-25 years - workshops will be held once / fortnight between May-June 2008. This is a free course. For more info. contact Kerry on 0404 887 473 (during office hours 9-5) or turn up for the info day.
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Galleries

Coffs Harbour City Gallery. Rigby House, Cnr Duke and Coff Street, Ph: 02 6648 4860
www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/423
4 April - 10 May 2008 - Julie Harris (abstract works) Lisa Magri (ceramics) Aloisia Fenyes (paintings) FOCUS Postcard Show Everyone is welcome


Manning Regional Gallery, 12 Macquarie St, Taree Sue Mitchell 02 6592 5455 Fax, 02 6592 5450 Visit their Website at http://www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au
Wednesday, 23 April 2008 to Sunday, 27 April 2008 - LOCALS ONLY" - An exhibition of memorabilia, photography and art celebrating surfing culture on the Mid North Coast.

Port Macquarie Hastings Regional Gallery. Gallery hours Wed - Fri 10.00-4.00pm Sat- Sun 11.00-3.00pm Contact Sharni Lloyd on 02- Ph 65818737 www.portmacquarieregionalgallery.com.au
26 March - 18 May - China Beyond Graphics - This exhibition is a taste of Chinese graphic design illuminating the country?s path to development over the past two decades

Bunker Cartoon Gallery: John Champion Way - Coffs Harbour. 02-6651 7343
www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/185
Bald Archy Prize - Friday 11th April - 3rd May
Robert Pinney - The Motion of Love - 3rd April - 5th May

Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St Grafton NSW: Contact Tel. 02 6642 3177 Web : www.graftongallery.nsw.gov.au Email: mail@graftongallery.nsw.gov.au
Nexus Community Gallery Shop7 Old Butter Factory Bellingen N.S.W. - Run By the Management Committee and members of the Bellingen Community Arts Council. http://www.bellingen.com/artscouncil email artscouncil@bellingen.com
Showcaseing Local Art, open 7 days Shows change by the month 02 66559222

Macleay Valley Community Gallery- 5 Kinchela Street Gladstone 2440 Ph: 6567 5092 Gallery Opening hours: 10am to 4.30pm

Bowraville Art Gallery Open Monday to Saturday 10am - 4pm except Public holidays - other times by appointment. 51 High st Bowraville - Ph: 02 65648036, email bowravillegallery@gmail.com
Opening on Friday April 18 from 5.30pm to 7.30pm – all welcome - 'multiple exposure' - a photographic expose, featuring works by Tony Allison, Chels Marshall, Julia Morrell and introducing Raphaella Rosella. The Exhibition runs from April 18 to June 4
Web: www.bowravilleartgallery.blogspot.com

Lismore Regional Gallery: Lismore Regional Gallery, 131 Molesworth street, Lismore NSW 2480, Tel: 02 6622 2209, Email: artgallery@lismore.nsw.gov.au www.lismoregallery.org
Opening hours: Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Closed Sunday, Monday & public holidays

Blue Poles Gallery - Blue Poles 1086 Comboyne Rd Byabarra (west of Port Macquarie)
6587-1167or info@bluepoles.com.au opening hours - Thurs-Sun 9.30-4pm , web site www.bluepoles.com.au

Lake Russell Gallery - Lake Russell Gallery - 16 km north of Coffs Harbour, just off the Pacific
Highway at 12 Smiths Road, Emerald Beach.
New works on display include paintings by Hele Ellis & Nigel Killalea, sculpture by Chris Campbell, Geoff Woodward's ceramics, prints by Terese McManus and jewellery by Darylle Kelly.
Open daily, Wednesday to Sunday 10am - 5pm, Monday - Tuesday 10am to 3pm. Ph 02 6656 1092 e-mail: lakerussellgallery@bigpond.com


The Liminal Space- 228a Harbour Drive. Artists are invited to submit proposals for individual or small group exhibitions, Ann Leonard The Art Shop - Coffs Harbour 228a Harbour Drive Coffs Harbour 2450 or call Ann on 6658 0300
1 April - 8 May - All The Fun of the Fair - Photographs of the Coffs Harbour Jetty Carnival by Robin Hedditch

Greenstone Gallery - Greenstone Studio Gallery - Located at picturesque Emerald Beach, right on the beach next to Saltwater Restaurant. Open Wednesday to Sunday 9.00am to 4.00pm, and 7 days a week in holiday time. Ph (02) 66 56 2656. website - www.greenstonegallery.com.au .
Autumn 2008’ Art Exhibition at Greenstone Gallery - launching an exciting new autumn exhibition beginning the 1st of March, 2008 - The new Autumn collection will introduce six new 2D artists from around the country, including two young and very contemporary artists from Sydney Nada Herman-Witkamp and Chico Monks, two local contemporary landscape artists Nigel Killalea and Fiona Bennell a young illustrator from Adelaide (Claire Richards), and an ex Coffs Harbour local - Lorna Wall, who will be exhibiting both figurative and landscape works


Space Gallery - Jetty Theatre, 337 Harbour Drive Coffs Harbour 66528088 jetty.theatre@chcc.nsw.gov.au
Woolgoolga Art Gallery in Turon Parade opens 10am - 4pm daily. Enquiries to 6654 1054
Offers a huge array of constantly changing arts and crafts by local artists, has ongoing courses in painting and pottery, and organises and runs the Coffs Harbour Lillipilli Art & Craft Exhibition each year
John Gordon Gallery: 360 - 362 Harbour Drive - Coffs Harbour 02 66514499
www.johngordongallery.com
Cooinda Gallery - Aboriginal Art - SHOP 1 -4 FIRST AVENUE SAWTELL...NSW...2452 (02) 6658 7901 julia@cooinda-gallery.com.au Website: http://www.cooinda-gallery.com.au

Stuart Rayner's Sunset Gallery - Sunset Parade Port Macquarie Phone 02 6583 4100 -
Email
sunset@midcoast.com.au Web: www.sunsetgallery.com.au
Hours: 10am-5pm Monday to Friday - 10am-2pm Saturday and Sunday, and Public Holidays

Wonderland Framing & Art, Corner Verge & John Streets Kempsey NSW 2440 Phone: 02 6562 7809 Fax: 02 6562 7283 Web: www.wonderlandframing.com.au Email: art@wonderlandframing.com.au - Open from 9 to 5 each day except Sunday - Local Macleay Valley artists and starting a "behind the
counter" exhibition space to feature artists.

Dovetail Design Furniture and Gallery - 5 Merrigal Road - Port Macquarie 2444 - Phone 6581 0079 - Fax 6581 0047 - Mobile 0142 551 284 -
Email admin@dovetaildesign.com.au - Web www.dovetaildesign.com.au
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