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AMNC E-NEWS
February - 13th 2008
Hello and Welcome to another AMNC Bulletin the first for 2008
NEXT BULLETIN - 27th February
Over 35 New Listings in this Bulletin
February - 13th 2008
Hello and Welcome to another AMNC Bulletin the first for 2008
NEXT BULLETIN - 27th February
Over 35 New Listings in this Bulletin
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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 |
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Quote of the Week Establishing goals is all right if you don't let them deprive you of interesting detours. Doug Larson |
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Coffs Harbour City Council invites individuals,
groups, organisations and firms to register to be included in a proposed
internet-based 'Coffs Harbour Creative Industries Directory'.The directory will be located on Council's website, and will be accessible to those working in the Creative Industries as well as the general public.Eligible to register are visual, literary and performing artists and the support industries assisting them in these fields. Support industries include hire, supply and maintenance, specializing professionals, industry educators, venues, including galleries and theatres, and much more. Go to the Online Registration Form to submit your details Here For further information, please contact Malcolm McLeod on 6648 4840.
The Local Government and Shires Associations of NSW (LGSA) Tourism
Conference 2008 will be held in the
Northern Rivers on 12 to 14 March at Southern Cross University, Lismore.
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Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has a temporary vacancy for a 35 hour
per week project co-ordinator to work with young people to run the
area's flagship youth arts events including:Youth Week (5-13 April) - Battle of the Bands (12 April)- FreshArt (5-19 July) including fundraiser for Mayors Youth Cultural Fund- PlayRites (14-16 August) You will be required to work some evenings (including Thursdays 4pm-7pm) and weekends The job description is downloadable from Council's website www.hastings.nsw.gov.au Salary Grade 11: $904-70-$1018-20 per week, dependent on experience - To find out more, please contact Kaylene Arnell on 6581 8625 Closing Date 5pm Wednesday 13 February 2008 Interview Date Friday 15 February 2008 - Council is looking for a co-ordinator who can start immediately. The post is temporary and ends 29 August 2008. Council welcomes applications from young people and job-sharers. However, the jobholder requires a current drivers licence.
Yirra Yaakin - MARKETING OFFICER - Expressions of Interest close at
5pm on Friday 15 February 2008We are looking for a highly organised Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander individual with excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Our new Marketing Officer will have at least one year working in an administrative capacity, the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, and the ambition and enthusiasm to learn on the job. In return Yirra Yaakin will provide a unique and rewarding work environment. Salary Range: $34,000 - $42,000 This is an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Position. For a detailed position description please email paul@yirrayaakin.asn.au or phone 08 9202 1966 to speak to Operations Manager Paul Mac Phail.
Administration Officer - Glasshouse Arts Conference & Entertainment
Centre - Closes: Friday 29 February 2008The position of Administration Officer has been created to provide support to the staff of the exciting new Glasshouse Arts, Conference and Entertainment Centre. Prospective applicants will require a job description to prepare their application. This is available by phoning 02 6581 8111, or downloaded below. Job specific enquiries should be directed to Agris Celinskis, Glasshouse Director on 02 6581 8066. Applications addressing the essential and desirable criteria should be received by the Human Resources Manager, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, PO Box 84, Port Macquarie NSW 2444 or emailed to jobs@pmhc.nsw.gov.au by Friday 29 February 2008. |
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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 at 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 AprilOpen 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
METRO MAGAZINE AND SCREEN EDUCATION MAGAZINE - CALL FOR WRITERS Metro magazine and Screen Education magazine are looking for writers for a number of different articles and also wishing to hear from anyone who has an idea/s for articles for either magazine. Both magazines are always looking for contributors. Deadlines for the first two issues of each magazine for 2008 are: Metro 157: 15 April 2008 Screen Education 50: 1 April 2008 For a list of the articles, pay rates and the style guide for both magazines: Email: assistanteditor@atom.org.au Web: http://www.metromagazine.com.au
2008 WATERMARK LITERARY FELLOWSHIP - Application close 31 March 2008
- The Watermark Literary Society is offering
a residency for an emerging Australian writer of natural history,
nature and place.The Fellowship includes: - single/double accommodation in the Camden Haven, on the mid north coast of New South Wales, for a 6 week period during June and July 2008; - assistance with travel; - a living allowance; - mentorship by Martin Harrison, a widely published poet and critic who directs the program in Writing and Cultural Studies at University of Technology, Sydney. More information is available at www.watermarkliterarysociety.asn.au/fellowship Email enquiries should be directed to fellowship@watermarkliterarysociety.asn.au The Watermark Literary Fellowship Is Proudly Supported By Copyright Agency Ltd
2008 Coffs Harbour Lillipilli Art & Craft Exhibition
- Entries for the Coffs Harbour Lillipilli Art & Craft Exhibition
close on Friday, February 29 and
are available by phoning Woolgoolga Art Gallery on 02 6654 1054 or
by emailing bbloor@iprimus.com.au
The biggest exhibition of its kind for the year between Sydney and Brisbane, the Lillipilli will display around 400 all new works of art and craft from 9am to 4.30pm daily, The exhibition will be mounted at the Norm Jordan Pavilion in the Coffs Harbour Showgrounds, right on the Pacific Highway in the heart of the city. The exhibition is organised and run by the Woolgoolga Art Group (WAG), which is a volunteer group formed way back in 1972, and which has its own working gallery in Turon Parade, Woolgoolga.
The New South Wales Local Government Cultural Awards celebrate
council cultural success apply for a Cultural Award, if you work in
a council. All entries close 29 February 2008. Visit http://culturalawards2008.lgsa.org.au for further information
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST YOUTH CHORAL & EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC -
Vacancies will occur in 2008 for qualified musicians to work within
the Hastings Youth Choir group. In this organisation there exists
three youth choirs aimed at developing choral and vocal skills in
a nurturing environment leading to performances of a high standard.
This is a weekly commitment during NSWDSE school terms in Port Macquarie.In particular we seek:- # Choral leader for Melodic Minors ( primary school aged students ) Monday 4.00 p.m. rehearsal # Early Childhood Music Educator for Babies ( & mothers ) music class. As this is a new initiative details will be negotiated with the successful applicant - it is likely the class would be held during the morning. # Theory / Musicianship / Music Craft teacher one hour per week day & time negotiable. - Interested persons are asked to contact Musical Director of the organisation Robyn Ryan by email robmusic@westnet.com.au
Metro Screen 2008 workshop guide out now -
Metro Screen’s purpose is to foster local production in film,
video, TV and screen. Over 100 works were produced in 2007. To gain
your own copy of the 2008 guide download it from the Metro Screen
homepage http://www.metroscreen.org.au
or pick it up in your local café or call them and they will
post it out to you. Phone: 02 9356 1818
Henry Lawson Festival of the Arts – Poetry Competition - Closing
28 March 2008 Grenfell's Henry Lawson of Arts Verse and Short Story Competitions offer a total prize money of $3,875. There are seven classes for verse, some with Australian themes; and four classes in short story, all with any theme. Short stories are limited to 2,000 words and verse to 48 lines. Entry forms and conditions can be downloaded from the website or contact Gaynor England Tel 02 6343 5132 Email gaynor@gobushmail.com.au Website www.henrylawsonfestival.asn.au
KENDALL NATIONAL VIOLIN COMPETITION 2008
DATES ANNOUNCED!Jonathan Mui, winner of the 2007 Competition was recently judged joint winner of the Queensland Concerto Competition in Brisbane. He enjoyed performing with his Caldersmith violin and is looking forward to playing it when he returns in February for the fee-paying recital tour that is part of his prize. Jonathan’s recital dates are: Wednesday 20 February (7 pm) in Sydney at The Manors of Mosman; Saturday 23 February (2 pm) at Nambucca Heads and Sunday 24 February (2 pm) at Kendall School of Arts. He will be accompanied on each occasion by Jeanell Carrigan. 2008. Competition dates are: Sunday 27 July (from 10 am) – Competition semi-final in Sydney (venue to be confirmed); Saturday 30 August (from 10 am) Competition FINAL at Kendall School of Arts; Sunday 31 August (2 pm) Celebration Concert with 2008 winner’s performance at Kendall School of Arts. All bookings (except Nambucca Heads) to Mavis Barnes mbarnes@tsn.cc or tel. 02 6559 4339
Musica Viva CountryWide | Residencies - OngoingThe 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
2008 CHURCHILL FELLOWSHIPS Close: 28 FebThis highly regarded fellowship program enables Australians from all walks of life to travel overseas to undertake an analysis, study or investigation of a project or an issue that cannot be readily undertaken in Australia. There are approximately 120 Churchill Fellowships available for award nationally, 37 of which are the result of generous donation and sponsorship. A new sponsored fellowship for is the THE DOROTHY & BRIAN WILSON CHURCHILL FELLOWSHIP FOR THE STUDY OF ISSUES RELATING TO COMMUNITY SERVICE OR SOCIAL WELFARE. For more info contact churchilltrust@bigpond.com http://www.churchilltrust.com.au
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards 2008
- The 54 Rotary Clubs of Rotary District 9650
will be sponsoring the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) from
the 12th – 19th April 2008.Young participants from as far north as Coffs Harbour, as far west as Lightning Ridge and south from Forster will be attending the 7 day program. RYLA is aimed at encouraging and developing leadership and social skills for young people aged from between 18 – 25, so that they can more effectively contribute to their communities. Full details, with all application forms, etc can be downloaded as a Word file from www.hastingsbec.com.au/downloads/RYLA08.doc
Hifalootin is are looking for new members for our newly established
flute choir based in Port Macquarie. We
meet on Saturdays 3pm till 5pm at the "Mac" Adams Music
Centre (behind the open air swimming pool). We are all around early
4th grade AMEB level and are enjoying the experience of playing with
other flautists in a friendly, small group. Our musical diet is quite
varied (baroque, folk, jazz, contemporary and modern) and we are also
learning to improvise (It's not as hard as you think!).We would love to hear from you if you would love to play with us! Contact Sheriden on 6581 3089 or 0407 812 556
Coastal Flow - a selected exhibition of recent art work by local artists
at the Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery Gladstone.Closing date
Thursday 24th AprilThe 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.
Springboard: Entrepreneurship For Australian Designers - Applications
close 17 March, 2008.Springboard is a mentoring program that will enable 100 of Australia's most promising furniture, accessories and homewares designers to develop their professional careers in local and international markets. The 12 month project encompasses two stages of valuable training, delivered though workshops and one-to-one mentorship. The program covers sustainable best practice, financial management, contractual law, media relations, IP, manufacturing process, retail and export strategy. Mentors include eco-design specialist John Gertsakis, Swedish market strategist Mats Ekström, and former brand consultant for Apple Computer Europe Bradford Gorman. A list of guest mentors, including cofounder of Dinosaur Designs Lianne Rossler, media specialists and seminal Australian designers will provide real insights on running a thriving design business from Australia. Visit www.australiandesignunit.com for more information and to apply.
Youth Band Port Macquarie, 2008 is
off to a flying start for Port Macquarie Hastings Municipal Band with
the Youth Band coming out of recess as from their first rehearsal
on Wednesday 13th February. If any young player might be interested
in playing with the Youth Band, please feel free to come on Wednesday
13th February, or to drop by on any other rehearsal night. The
Youth Band will be under the batons of Frank Ruger and Anne Hamilton,
and it will cater for the age group from 12yrs to 17yrs. The first
rehearsal will be from 5pm to 6.30pm, followed by a bbq.Rehearsals are to be held each week from 5pm to 6.30pm at the headquarters of the Band, the Mac Adams Music Centre off Gordon Street, Port Macquarie. Keith Bergin - Promotion Officer - Mobile: 040 29 25 275
Get Off Your Arts Festival. Uralla - Saturday 5th April and Sunday
6th April on the main stage. - Seeking
expressions of interest in bands in the contemporary folk/ world genres
wishing to apply for these slots (if you think you don’t quite
fit?– try us out). These acts will support Tonchi and MC Jaezed
(Melb), Jig Zag (Syd/Melb), Rory McLeod (UK), Pacific Curls (NZ) and
Arte Kanela (Spain – via Melb) EOI FORMS AVAILABLE FROM a.m.parker@optusnet.com.au |
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The JB Seed - Professional & Skills Development - Closing 16 March
- A grant is open
to musicians and musical technicians who wish to enhance their skill
base or career choices by undertaking further study, residencies,
mentoring relationships, seminars, or conferences with recognised
practitioner/s of excellence. Applicants must include an abridged
relevant biography, their vision of the benefits of their project,
an abridged biography of the proposed practitioner and confirmation
that the practitioner is willing and able to be involved in the project.
The program can occur within Australia, or if the expertise exists
only overseas, then in an international setting. Grants of up to $3,000.
Details and application forms online. Email grants@thejbseed.com
Website www.thejbseed.com
The JB Seed - Social Activism Through the Arts - Closing 16 March
- This program
embraces all art forms and is open to any projects or initiatives
that serve to educate and/or create debate and awareness on current,
socially relevant issues. Applicants will be required to explain their
project idea, who will be involved and what they want to achieve,
as well as how their art form (whether music, film, painting, sculpture,
performance, etc) will be used in the project. A brief plan for how
the project will be marketed is also required. As a guide, examples of successful projects supported in previous years can be viewed online. Grants of up to $5,000. Details and application forms online. Email grants@thejbseed.com Website www.thejbseed.com
The JB Seed - Management Workshop Initiative - Closing 16 March
- This workshop offers practical strategies
for managing a band or performer in the establishment phase of their
career. The workshop will bring together a group of significant professionals
in the music industry, including managers, distributors, radio promoters,
radio representatives, publicists, lawyers, grant writers, publishers,
and artists to share their knowledge and offer strategic advice on
ways to enhance performers' opportunities in the music industry. Up
to 25 opportunities available. The JB Seed will provide and arrange
transport, accommodation, and meals for all successful applicants.
Applications will be accepted from managers, self managed solo musicians
or band members who are managing their own band. Details and application
forms online. Email grants@thejbseed.com
Website www.thejbseed.com
The JB Seed - The Jacqui McCoy (Geia) Trust - Closing 16 March
- This trust seeks to honour the memory
of the tireless work of the late Jacqui McCoy (Geia), who devoted
much of her life to assisting disadvantaged artists from all backgrounds,
but particularly Indigenous Australian artists. Every application
submitted to The JB Seed in 2008 will automatically be eligible to
be awarded funds from The Jacqui McCoy trust. The recipient of funds
from this trust will be selected at the committee’s discretion,
from within the four JB Seed category applicants. The committee will
be looking for projects that meet with Jacqui’s ethos, projects
that seek to assist in growing a healthy Australian Arts community,
where artists feel empowered and supported to express themselves and
become self sufficient. $8000 available. Details online. Email grants@thejbseed.com
Website www.thejbseed.com
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
Country Arts Support Program (CASP) - Applications for 2008 are now
open Closing date 14 February 2008 - Projects starting 1 April 2008CASP provides small grants to arts and community organisations, Regional Arts Boards and local arts councils in regional NSW for short term, locally initiated projects. The aims of the program are: to assist locally determined cultural activities; to increase opportunities for regionally based groups to access a diverse range of arts programs; to enable communities to explore and express their cultural identities; to encourage communities to work together to develop and participate in cultural experiences; to bring social and economic benefits to the community through training, employment and promotional activities; and to leads to greater awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in rural and regional New South Wales. For more information visit http://www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/grants/casp.html
Fto Young Filmmakers Fund - Round 23 - Deadline April 14
- Regional Nsw & Western Sydney Filmmakers Only The Young Filmmakers
Fund supports new and emerging filmmakers in NSW (18-35 years old)
and provides a unique opportunity for young talent to break into the
highly competitive film and television industry. There are two funding
rounds per year with up to four projects selected in each round. Successful
applicants receive grants of up to $30,000 for production and/or post-production.
Applications and guidelines online. Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au/fund.asp?id=48
Festivals Australia - Closing 15 February 2008
- Festivals Australia is an Australian Government cultural funding
program which provides assistance to Australian regional and community
festivals for the presentation of quality cultural projects. Funding
is available to add a new or special sort of cultural activity that
has never been done before and could not otherwise be afforded. For
projects starting after 1 July 2008. Details online. Tel 02 6271 1931
Email festivals.australia@dcita.gov.au
Website www.dcita.gov.au/artsfunding
Festivals Australia Regional Residencies - Closing 15 February 2008
- Festivals Australia Regional Residencies
funds communities to engage artists to help them develop new locally-themed
projects for community festivals or celebrations. It provides assistance
to regional and remote communities to ‘tell their stories and
the stories of their communities’, at local festivals and major
one-off community celebrations and provides funds for an artist(s)
to undertake a residency to work with communities to express their
stories through visual arts/crafts, literature, dance, music, drama
or other mediums. Organisations managing regular festivals or significant
one-off community celebrations are eligible to apply. For projects
starting after 1 July 2008. Details online. Tel 02 6271 1931 Email
festivals.australia@dcita.gov.au
Website www.dcita.gov.au/artsfunding
ANAT PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAVEL GRANT
is a quick response fund managed by the Australian Network for Art
and Technology offering grants of up to $3,000 - The fund supports
professional development opportunities for Australian media arts practitioners
to attend and participate in national and international residencies,
exhibitions, workshops and conferences.PLEASE NOTE: All prospective applicants must contact ANAT staff prior to submitting their application. phone: 08 8231 9037 EMAIL: ANAT@ANAT.ORG.AU or vist the website for more infrmation http://www.anat.org.au/pages/ConfWork_Guidelines.php
Arts NSW funding programs now open for 2007 - 2008, 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 2007 - 2008
- further information from http://www.ozco.gov.au/grantFinder.aspx?artformID=1
Community
Broadcasting Foundation Funding opportuntiesTransmission Support Grants - Equipment Applications Close: Wednesday 12 March 2008 Transmission Support Grants - Operational Applications Close: Wednesday 12 March 2008 Transmission Support Grants - Development & Special Projects Applications Close: Wednesday 12 March 2008 Ethnic Program Grants - Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 Ethnic Development Grants - New Program Group Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 Ethnic Development Grants - Youth Participation Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 Ethnic Development Grants - Special Projects Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 Indigenous Program Grants Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 Indigenous Equipment Grants Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 Indigenous Special Projects Grants Applications Close: Monday 7 April 2008 For further information visit the website at http://www.cbf.com.au
2008 Churchill Fellowship - Closing 28 February 2008A Churchill Fellowship is the award of an opportunity through the provision of financial support, to enable Australian citizens from all walks of life to travel overseas to undertake an analysis, study or investigation of a project or an issue that cannot be readily undertaken in Australia. There are approximately 120 Churchill Fellowships available for award nationally for the 2008 application round and 37 of these are the result of generous donation and sponsorship by individuals and organisations. Contact Email churchilltrust@bigpond.com Website www.churchilltrust.com.au
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
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COME AND SEE THIS EXCITING YOUNG PERFORMER
AT THE - Nambucca Entertainment Centre Ridge Street Nambucca Heads
Saturday 23rd of February at 2pm
Bellingen Jazz SocietyValentines Day Special Thu. 14 Feb Bellingen Golf Club 8:00pm The Dutch Forest Jazz Band Excellent Traditional Jazz from Holland $20/members $17 First Saturday Jazz Special Sat. 01 Mar 8:00pm Bellingen Golf Club - Carol Ralph & Kate Dunbar with The Lounge Wizards 72 of Australia's top vocalists with an all-star 7 piece traditional line-up, including some of Brisbane's best$20/Members $17
Bago Vineyards - Douglas
Vale will be holding a -Musical Trip Down Memory Lane -in the Vineyard
on Saturday 23rd February 2008, from 04.00 pm to 08.00 pm.Entertainment will be provided by – “Folded Arts” (7 piece band) including Michelle Styles. Popular Golden oldies from the 60s & 70s including Vintage Rock & Roll Music BBQ sausage, steak sandwiches Soft Drink Bottled water and Wines: available on the day - Wine Tasting & Sales - No BYO Wine permitted - Bring a rug or chair Entry: $6 Adults - Pre – purchase. At the Gate $7 Adults - Children under 12 Free Gate Opens: 3.00 pm. Tickets: Limited to strictly 250 persons Tickets Available from: The Visitors Information Centre Cnr. Gordon & Gore Sts. Port Macquarie. Ph: 1300 303155. Open 7 days per week. 8th & 9th March - Bandaged Bear Blues. All proceeds from this event will be going to the Children's Hospital at Westmead. A huge line-up has been arranged and will be staged over both the Saturday and Sunday. Cost for the event is $30.00 ($25.00 prepaid) and covers both days. Children under 15 free
Jazz in the gardens - 17th February - The Phill Stitt Trio 5.30pm - This unique family trio specialises in jazz standards, featuring Phills mellow vocals. The Phill Stitt Trio will present a smorgasbord of great jazz and youthful energy. 24 February 2008 - Coco's Lunch - 5.30pm - Described as musical purveyors of the A'Capella art, Coco's Lunch are renowned for their extraordinary song writing, skin tight vocal harmonies and stunning performances. Regional Botanic Garden, Hardacre Street, Coffs Harbour Presented by Friends of the North Coast Regional Botanic Garden and Musica Viva Australia Tickets Ph: 02 0266 484 188
The Big Joke Comedy Festival - Bangalow - 14
- 17 February 2008The Big Joke has been created with your funny bone in mind. It is our goal to make this a unique event that marries grassroots community performance, along a national & international line up. Program and ticket sales are online now at http://www.thebigjoke.com.au
Alice Springs Beanie Festival is coming to the gallery at Gladstone.Exhibition
opening on Saturday afternoon on 9th Feb at 2.30pm. Wear your favourite Beanie, come along and have some fun. For more information you can look at the Alice Springs Beanie Festival website at www.beaniefest.org
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
Website: www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au
The Kranzky Sisters - Friday, 15 February 2008 8:00 PM The very funny Kranzky Sisters perform at the Manning Entertainment Centre. Great musicians with a lovely flair for black comedy. They have just finished working with Paul McDermott on 'The Side Show' and 'Good News Week'. Adults $34.50 Pension $29.90 Students $29.90 Bruce Mathiske with 'Sizzling Strings' Sunday, 17 February 2008 7:00 PM Sizzling strings features Bruce Mathiske with his unique style of guitar playing, Bluegrass Banjo champion Dave Hellens and Aria award winner Chris Duncan on Scottish Fiddle. Music covered will include Spanish, African, Latin to Bluegrass, Celtic, swing and groove. Adults $30.00 Pension $25.00 Students $25.00
Jetty Theatre shows - Coffs HarbourBruce Mathiske's "Sizzling Strings" 16 February 2008 8.00pm - "Sizzling Strings", featuring the guitar wizardry of internationally acclaimed virtuoso guitarist Bruce Mathiske, Mathiske has been described by The Sydney Morning Herald as "the authentic guitar virtuoso!". The evening will also feature guests including Tamworth Bluegrass Banjo Champion Dave Hellens & Aria Award winner Chris Duncan on Scottish Fiddle. 'Beware of the Dogma' The Wharf Revue 26 February 2008 8.00pm - Sydney Theatre Company's outrageous Wharf Revue team bring their special brand of razor-sharp political satire to Coffs Harbour. As the country beats a rapid retreat towards the gurgler, it's time to dissect the body politic. So glove up and join The Wharf Revue, led by Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott, as they fillet the sacred cows with a blunt knife, a piano and a capful of Dettol. Cnr Harbour Drive & Edinburgh Street, Coffs Harbour - Locked Bag 155, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 Phone: 02 6652 8088, Fax: 02 6648 4640 http://www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/www/html/557-jetty-memorial-theatre---home.asp
Seacrest Productions Inc and The Jetty Theatre present ‘Educating
Rita’ by Willy RussellDirected by Brian Fitzsimmons - At the Jetty Theatre commencing March 22 until March 29
Bellingen Playback Theatre will celebrate International Women's Day
on Saturday March 8th with a special women's and girls only performance
themed "Common Bloody Sense"This is the 15th annual Playback Theatre Women's Night. The event has become a rich and much loved Bellingen tradition that celebrates women's culture Come along to the Bellingen Memorial Hall, doors open 7pm for a 7:30pm start, Saturday March 8th Cost is $15 ($12 concession). Tea, coffee and supper available before the show. Enquiries: Deborah 6655 2361
Ku Promotions presents - Phone/Fax: 02 66 847 921 Mobile:
0412 140 320 Website: www.kupromotions.com.austringmansassy …2 shows · Friday 22nd February Bangalow Catholic Hall · Saturday 23rd February Uki Hall Doors open7.30 for show at 8pm Tix at door only $20 Come early for dinner Fri by Open Table Sat by New Leaf Cafe
Port Macquarie Hastings Regional Gallery presents Memento -
Featuring - Nina Mestric (Soprano) Jim Matsinos (Baritone) Robyn Ryan
(Accompanist) David Malikoff (Orator) Join us at this fundraising recital to raise money for the acquisition of an artwork by young and emerging artist Trevelyan Clay for the Port Macquarie Hastings Regional Gallery Collection 8pm Saturday 15th March $25 (complimentary champagne and canapés to be ser ed after the performance) and 2pm Sunday 16th March $20 (tea & coffee to be ser ed after the performance) Tickets On Sale Port Macquarie Hastings Regional Gallery Peachtree Walk Arcade, 80 Horton Street, Port Macquarie, Phone (02) 65818737 to book your tickets
Youthsong – Young voices of Melbourne and Malcolm Dalglish -
Into the Sky Tour – Port Macquarie Concert – 8pm Saturday
29th March, with
the Hastings Choristers, Mckillop Senior College Hall. Bookings 0407
007993
International women's day Taree -
All women come and celebrate With foods from around the world And
watch the film "moolaade" A film about female customs in
a small African village ORMSBY HOUSE TAREE (Cr of Albert and Commerce
St) FRIDAY 7TH MARCH '08 6.30 Pm COST: $10 OR $7 FOR PENSIONERSFor further information call: Mary Poole 6592 9632 or Colleen McGowan 6553 5121 RSVP for catering on 6592 9315 by 3rd of March
In celebration of International Women's Day 2008 & continuing
the spirit of the Her Story project - WOMEN SHARING THEIR STORIES
- Monday 3 rd March 2008 11.00amAt Birpai Aboriginal Lands Council Aston Street, Port Macquarie FREE - oLunch oChildren's entertainment with Troppo Bob oGumbaynggirr Elders Choir oTransport PLACES ARE LIMITED Please RSVP For catering & transport by 28 Feb 2008 to Shona Russell 6581 8055 Funded by Department of Premier & Cabinet Office for Women & Port Macquarie-Hastings Council |
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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 Volunteering Workshops 2008 -
Marketing - Thursday the 28th Feb, 9:30am - 4pm - Innovation Centre Coffs Harbour, Trainer: Kerry Grace, - Concentrates on how to develop a marketing plan suitable for not-for-profit and cultural organisations. Participants will explore the purpose and uses of a marketing plan, identify target markets and develop practical actions to help their organisation to position and present itself effectively. Business Planning - Wednesday the 26th March, Taree, Venue: TBA , Trainer Kerry Grace - Covers the essential areas of how to contribute to planning and management for regional not-for-profit and cultural organisations. Participants will look at where their organisation is now, where they want to be and how to get there; and draft the key elements of a Business Plan. For further information and enrollments contact Regional Arts NSW Cost $25 - Download an enrolment form from www.regionalartsnsw.com.au , fill it in and post or fax it to: Regional Arts NSW Locked Bag 5, Millers Point NSW 2000 Fax 02 9247 7829 Enquiries: If you have any enquiries about your enrolment or if you would like to have a form posted out to you, please contact Regional Arts NSW Tel 02 9270 2509 Email admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au.
Film Funding applications
- Free seminar Sat 22nd and Sun 23rd Feb Coffs Harbour TAFE campus
(venue location TBC) 9 - 5pmThe weekend course run by local filmmaker Simon Portus will look at how to apply for money to get your film made. Simon has been successful in getting funding from both the NSW Film and Television Office and the Australian Film Comission. The course will look at scripts, synopsis', budgeting, directors statements, producers statements, marketing overviews and schedules. This course is specifically aimed at helping applicants for the next round of the Young Fimmakers Fund which is only open to Regional NSW and Western Sydney applications. For more information and to reserve your place, please contact Simon Portus email: simon-portus@optusnet.com.au
Creative Basketry Classes with Helen Beale -
Classes are held every 1st and 3rd Sundays and Mondays each month.
9am to 4pmLearn 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
Chinta African Drumming workshops @ Crescent Head Surf Club 7-9 MarchCose: $120 for 3 days or $50 a day. Beginners to advanced drummers welcome Send an email to Beris at bdevanharasz@vtown.com.au if you'd like to go or if you have any queries. Also let her know if you want to borrow a drum for the workshop, so she can let Chinta know & he has an idea of how may extras to bring. Crescent Head Surf Club is all hard surfaces, so take comfortable shoes & if you have sensitive hearing pack some ear plugs just in case
Portable Woodfired Raku Kiln Construction - two day workshop on 1st
and 2nd March at the Coffs Harbour TAFE campus in Glenreagh StreetYou are invited to the workshop Coastal ClayMakers has planned for early March. Swiss potter Stefan Jakob is a specialist in building and firing small wood fired raku kilns and will be holding a two day workshop on 1st and 2nd March at the Coffs Harbour TAFE campus in Glenreagh Street. Workshop fees are $120 per person for the two days. Those who would like to build their own kiln will need to advise the committee so that materials can be organised beforehand. The materials cost will be in the vicinity of $160 per kiln. Stefan will bring the materials from Sydney so he will need the required information early. Participants will be able to fire their own pots in the kilns they make so bring pots and glazes. The workshop details are on our new website www.coastalclaymakers.com.au on the 'upcoming workshops' page. Intending participants are urged to phone Debra early for registration, on 6652.8259.
Writing workshop for Saturday the 29th of March. Catholic
Club at Coffs Harbour from 10am to 4pm cost will be $55.00 per person.
If you are interested you can contact drama@jacquelinmelilli.com
or just fill in the application form and send it to 1/14 Ketut Close,
Valla Beach NSW 2448. If you have been working on a play, you are
welcome to send a copy via snail mail to 1/14 Ketut Close, Valla Beach
NSW 2448 along with the application form and payment. Jacqueline will
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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
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
30th Jan - 23 March 2008 - Beyond the Aperture - Opening 31st January 2008 6.00pm -An exhibition of selected North Coast Photographic Artists. Annabel McClure, Jade Thorning, Phil Wadsworth, Malcolm Wallace
Bunker Cartoon Gallery: John Champion Way - Coffs Harbour.
02-6651 7343 www.coffsharbour.nsw.gov.au/185 1 - 27 February - Opening Night: - Friday 1 February at 6pm Toni Fuller. A Little Collection of Work by Coffs Harbour-based Master Photographer Toni Fuller, showcasing a selection of art and décor photography.
Grafton Regional Gallery 158 Fitzroy St Grafton NSW: Contact
Tel. 02 6642 3177 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.comShowcaseing 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 4.30pmAlice Springs Beanie Festival is coming to the gallery at Gladstone.Exhibition opening on Saturday afternoon on 9th Feb at 2.30pm. Wear your favourite Beanie, come along and have some fun
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
Emerge - Bowraville Indigenous Artists - Runs from February 8th to March 5th.
Lismore Regional Gallery: Lismore Regional Gallery, 131
Molesworth street, Lismore NSW 2480, Tel: 02 6622 2209, Email: artgallery@lismore.nsw.gov.au
www.lismoregallery.orgOpening 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 - 16 km north of Coffs Harbour, just
off the Pacific Highway at 12 Smiths Road, Emerald Beach. Open daily,
Wednesday to Friday 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
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. Exhibiting 30 fabulous painters and sculptors
both local and from around Australia. Ph (02) 66 56 2656. website
- www.greenstonegallery.com.au
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Gallery 37 Coffs Harbour - 37 little street Coffs Harbour
NSW 2450 STUDIO SPACE AVAILABLE TO RENT - gallery 37 offers SPACE & opportunities for poets, artists, milliners, jewellers, animators, composers, sculptors and people who want to store stuff, teach stuff, & give a stuff about art. Gallery director Shellie Kelly. Email info@gallery37.com.au Website: www.gallery37.com.au ph + 61 2 6652 5537 fax + 61 2 6652 4737 - Art classes Every Thursday 10 -12noon 5 - 7pm please book
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 66514499www.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.auHours: 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 thecounter" 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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