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Highlights

MOVIN' ROUND - CONTEMPORARY INDIGENOUS ART OF THE CENTRAL WEST
3 June - 10 July, Orange
This important exhibition is the first ever survey of contemporary Aboriginal art from the Central West of NSW. Indigenous Curator Jody Chester was commissioned by Orange Regional Gallery to put together a show by significant Aboriginal artists associated with the region. Most are Wiradjuri and Gamilaroi people. All live or have spent time in the area. Many have reputations well beyond it. To be opened jointly by the Mayor of Orange and the Chair of the Orange Local Aboriginal Land Council in recognition of National Reconciliation Week on Friday 3 June. Contact Alan Sisley, Director, Tel 02 6393 8136 Email [email protected] Website www.org.nsw.gov.au.

BYRON BAY WRITERS FESTIVAL 2005 - DON'T MISS OUT!
4 - 7 August, Byron Bay - Program Launch 3 June
Now is the time to plan your visit to the Byron Bay Writers Festival, with tickets selling fast and Early Bird specials closing on 9 June. Get up close and conversational with writers as they consider moments of great change and significant decisions. The program will be launched on 3 June but a sneak preview confirms over 100 stars of Australian literature will shine. Be challenged by Tom Keneally, Delia Falconer, Anne Summers and Julian Burnside. Be entertained by Wendy Harmer, John Clarke, Mandy Sayer and Matthew Reilly. "Last year we posted House Full signs every day," says Festival Director Jill Eddington. "Advance ticket sales are stronger than ever and reflect our customers' passion for this three day celebration of writing." Complete program & bookings online. Contact Tel 02 6685 5115 Email [email protected] Website www.byronbaywritersfestival.com.au.

NORTH COAST JAZZ FEST
10 - 13 June, Bangalow
Jazz, Brazilian, Latin, Funk and Hip Hop ... over the June long weekend Bangalow will host some of Australia’s finest musicians in four venues including The Paul Williamson Hammond Combo Sharny Russell (winner Jazz album ARIA) James Sherlock quartet Skaddabox (recently toured with The Cat Empire) Circle of Rhythm with Greg Sheehan and Ben Walsh Paul McNamara (one of Australia’s most respected pianists) Showa 44 w Simon Barker & Carl Dewhurst the Willow Neilson Quartet (3rd place in the Montreaux & London sax comps) one of the most exciting young bands in Oz - Twelve Tone Diamonds Grace Knight and her 9 piece ensemble the Nonettes Ted Vining Trio and many, many more. Lots of exciting improvised music and a taste of Australia’s finest up and coming jazz players plus masterclasses and workshops for aspiring jazz musicians and vocalists and delicious food and drinks. $125 weekend pass / $55 day pass. Contact Gabrielle Tel 02 66 212 266 Website www.conservatoriumarts.org.

BROTHERS IN CRIME - A SONG COMPANY CELEBRATION
11 June, Kangaroo Valley
Join The Song Company and Martin and Peter Wesley-Smith to celebrate a 20 year creative relationship in a powerful performance that also marks the duo's 60th birthday. Humour, satire, wit, poignancy ... explore a world of humanitarian concern and political activism at this unique event which will feature the world premiere of Doublethink, a new satirical work commissioned for the six voices of the Song Company and a revival of Quito, an international award winning multi-media piece about East Timor. The best in contemporary music performed by Australia's leading a capella ensemble in beautiful Kangaroo Velley (also on at the Sydney Opera House Studio on 15 June). $25/$15 Bookings Tel 02 9251 1600.

THE SHIRLEY HANNAN NATIONAL PORTRAIT PRIZE
11 June - 17 July, Bega
With a major prize of $12,000 on offer, more than 100 entries have been received from across Australia for the 2005 Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award which focuses on realistic depiction of a living person. Thirty four finalists have been selected for the exhibition which will be opened by outgoing Director of Albury Regional Gallery, Audray Banfield. Ms Banfield will also present a lunchtime slide talk on portraiture in art on 13 June. Contact Tim Moorhead, Bega Valley Regional Gallery Tel 02 6499 2187 Website www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au
Pictured is last year's winner, Susan Cesarini's portrait of Senator Kerry Nettle.

STOLEN ON TOUR FROM THE SYDNEY THEATRE CO
14 & 16 June, Nowra & Moruya
Sydney Theatre Company Education presents Jane Harrison's award-winning and moving Stolen, directed by Wayne Blair. First produced in 1998 and widely performed across Australia, Stolen is the story of five young Aboriginal children forcibly removed from their families. Told with honesty and humour, Stolen is a story about the importance of family, understanding and acceptance. Two public performances + fully subsidised performances for students from disadvantaged schools thanks to the NSW Ministry for the Arts' Arts Access strategy. Cost $12/$8 Bookings Nowra Tel 02 4422 0648 or Moruya Tel 1300 667 136.

FEHVA - 48 HOURS OF VISUAL ARTS
1 - 3 July, Byron Bay
Three days of celebration, contemplation and debate on the nature and potential of art practice for the visual arts community and its audience. Regional, national and international guest speakers including Heri Dono, celebrated Indonesian multi-media artist, Agung Rai, director of the ARMA Museum of Art Ubud, Bali and Elizabeth Ann Macgregor Director, Museum of Contemporary Art. The program includes panel discussions and interviews; a Great Debate; workshops with artists-in-residence Lindy Lee, Janet Laurence and Judy Watson; on-screen presentations and artist interviews and an Art Auction featuring local artists on 2 July. FEHVA runs concurrently with artsCape, a sea-side sculpture walk at Cape Byron. Contact Dee Tipping Tel 02 6685 5214 Email [email protected] Web www.fehva.com

THE POSTCARD SHOW
Until 3 July, Grafton
The Postcard Show has become one of Grafton Regional Gallery's signature exhibitions. Held every 2 years, it is a major fundraising event for the Jacaranda Acquisitive Drawing Award. Dozens of small works by local and national artists are offered for sale by silent auction, with reserve prices of only $20. The artists have generously donated their work to support the gallery. The show end after 2.30pm on 3 July when a local auctioneer arrives to take final bids from. Contact Jude McBean Tel 02 6642 3177.

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News

FEDERAL BUDGET NEWS FOR REGIONAL ARTS
Highlights for Regional Arts from the recent 2004-2005 Federal Budget include:
An increase in the Regional Arts Fund of $5.4m, over four years, including funds for the continuation of the Creative Volunteering - No Limits regional volunteer training program. (Total commitment of $16.1m for four years).
An increase of $2m per annum to the national performing arts touring program, Playing Australia. (Total commitment of $5.8m for 2005-2006)
$1.9m for the Visions of Australian touring exhibitions program in 2005-2006.
$1.5m for the Festivals Australia program in 2005-2006 with an additional $500,000 to be provided in the 2005-2006 Budget to extend the program to support artists' residencies in regional areas.
$250,000 for the Contemporary Music Touring Program in 2005-2006.
An increase of $500,000 for the construction of the Slim Dustry Heritage Centre in Kempsey. (Total commitment of $1.5m)
Ongoing support for The Bundanon Trust's "living arts centre" near Nowra of $1m per annum.
$240,000 to Collections Australia Network (formerly Australian Museums & Galleries On-line)
$800,000 over four years from 2005-2006 for the Community Heritage Grants Program.
$500,000 for the National Gallery of Australia's Travelling Exhibitions program.
$6.9m over three years from 2005-2006 to the Australian Film Commission's Screen Culture Initiative which includes the Big Screen regional touring film festival.
$54.4m over three years to continue the ABC's Regional and Local Programming initiative.

REGIONS DOMINATE COUNCIL CULTURAL AWARDS
Regional and rural councils dominated the line-up of winners of  the 2005 Local Government Cultural Awards announced at Parliament House on 6 May. Congratulations to the winners:
Bathurst Regional Council for the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum (pictured)
Broken Hill City Council for the Outback Letterbox Library
CENTROC for Film Central NSW online film and television production and locations facility
Clarence Valley Council for the 2004 program at the Grafton Regional Art Gallery
Coolamon Shire Council for its integrated cultural, economic and heritage study and plan
Cootamundra Shire Council for the new Carriageways arts centre
Cowra Shire Council for the commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the Cowra Breakout
Great Lakes Council for the commissioning of three major Aboriginal artworks for Forster Library
Griffith City Council for the LIFECYCLE community culture project
Hastings Council for its public artworks at Cowarra Dam
Southern Councils Group for the development and integration of Film Illawarra
Lake Macquarie City Council for the Art Gallery's relationship with the local Aboriginal community
Tweed Shire Council for its purpose built Art Gallery
and Lesley Buckley, Cultural Development Officer at Tweed Shire Council, winner of the inaugural Brandan Hartnett Award for distinguished effort in fostering and furthering community cultural development by an employee of Local Government. For more information contact Michelle Hall Email [email protected] Website www.lgsa.org.au.

MEG LARKIN ELECTED PRESIDENT OF REGIONAL ARTS AUSTRALIA
The Chair of Regional Arts NSW, Meg Larkin, has been elected President of Regonal Arts Australia (RAA) for a term of one year commencing on 9 May 2005. RAA is the peak national agency for the development of the arts across regional Australia. Its members are the major regional arts agencies operating in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia. The Northern Territory Department of Arts & Museums is also represented. Full story available [here].

$1.9M ARTS ACCESS PROGRAM TRAVELS TO SOUTH EAST NSW
Arts Access is a 3 year, $1.9m strategy to enhance the valuing of the arts in schools by providing access to quality arts experiences for students and teachers. Funded by the NSW Ministry for the Arts and conducted in partnership with the Dept of Education, in 2005 the program is focussing on the South East. In May, 34 talented Aboriginal students participated in an intensive performing arts camp with professional artists in Tuross Head (near Moruya). In June and August tours of performances by professional companies will come to Nowra, Moruya, Wollongong, Bega, Cooma and Goulburn, with subsidised tickets and travel assistance for students. The Sydney Theatre Company will present Stolen (see above) and Legs on the Wall will present Four on the Floor. Arts Access will also be providing work placements for three high school teachers in professional arts venues later in the year. Contact Jan Irvine, NSW Ministry for the Arts Tel 9228 4357 Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au.

RAA NATIONAL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM KICKS OFF IN GUNNEDAH
Regional Arts Australia launched its 2005 national community consultation program with a public meeting in Gunnedah on 16 May. The program will involve a series of 12 meetings around the country in a diversity of Australian regional communities - large and small, coastal and land-bound, rural and remote - over the next two months. Community members are invited to discuss the role of the arts in building happier and healthier regional and rural communities and to help create a vision for the future of the cultural landscape in regional Australia. The results will be used to develop a three year plan for the nation's peak regional arts agency, Regional Arts Australia. [More]

The next RAA community consultation will take place in Deniliquin on 7 July. All welcome. Contact Nina O'Brien, Project Officer, South West Arts Tel 02 6993 2010 Email [email protected]

CRACK MINDS TO CRUNCH CREATVITY | CULTURE CONUNDRUMS
All over the world, the arts are making a case for their social importance and economic value in this new-post-industrial,information-driven,global-marketplace-age. But does the evidence support the claims? And which policies and what infrastructure will support cultural development in this “Creative Age”? These and other questions are to be addressed by stellar line-up of speakers now confirmed at “How are we going?”, a one day forum at the Byron Bay Writers Festival on 4 August. Featuring an array of great Australian and international thinkers, with many more still to be confirmed, the Forum promises a stimulating and entertaining day of discussion and debate on some vital topics for the arts and cultural development in Australia. Find out more here.

NSW REGIONAL ARTS FUND 2006 - MORE FUNDS, MORE ACCESSIBLE
Applications for the Regional Arts Fund in NSW are now open, with opportunities for regional communities to access funds for arts and cultural projects starting in 2006. This year the Fund is even more accessible with a special new category - Emerging Projeccts - aimed at applicants who have either never applied or who have previously been unsuccessful. The new category is the result of an announcement of an increase in the Fund by the Minister for the Arts & Sport last year to target areas that have not previously accessed the Fund, particularly remote, isolated, disadvantaged and Indigenous communities. Unlike the other categories - New Initiatives, Partnerships and Residencies & Mentorships - applicants for the Emerging Projects category do not have to submit a full proposal. Full details, guidelines and application forms now online or contact the Funding & Research Officer Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 8 Email [email protected] Website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au.

VAN - ARTISTS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE - STARTS UP IN THE NORTH
1 July, Byron Bay
Arts Northern Rivers will launch the Visual Arts Network (VAN) - a major new professional development program for local artists - at FEHVA (Forty Eight Hours of Visual Arts - see above) on 1 July in Byron Bay. The first VAN initiative will be a session at FEHVA where three curators will discuss how they go about exhibition programming and the curatorial process. They are:
David Broker, from the Institute of Modern Art Queensland
Russell Storer, from the Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney and
Julie Ewington, Head of Australian Art at Queensland Art Gallery.
VAN will also host two curatorial advisory panels at FEHVA where artists can present their work individually to high profile curators and receive critical feedback and advice. Contact Melitta Firth, Coordinator Tel 02 6628 8120 Email [email protected].

MACKAY THE VENUE FOR 2006 RAA NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Regional Arts Australia has announced its fifth national conference - The Pacific Edge - will be held on the Queensland coast in Mackay from 14 to 17 September 2006. Over 750 delegates are expected to attend the event, making it the largest regional arts conference in Australia. The Pacific Edge will explore the artistic and cultural connections between Australia and the Pacific region and will consider current themes affecting regional communities including the great Australia cultural traditions associated with the reef, the ocean and the beach. The 2006 event will be hosted by RAA member agency, the Queensland Arts Council. Contact Arthur Frame, CEO Tel 07 3846 7500 Mob 0408 156 099 Website www.regionalarts.com.au.

CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT IN RURAL & REMOTE AREAS - NEW INTERNATIONAL NETWORK SEEKS EXAMPLES OF WORK
Regional Arts NSW is a founding member of new international network of groups with an interest in the sustainable development of creative/cultural industries in rural and remote regions, with other members from the Highlands and Islands of Scotland and Cornwall in the UK, and Montana and New England in the USA. The network aims to identify best practice models, partnerships and strategies that work to support development in regional, rural and remote areas, starting with any research, existing strategies and best practice projects or programs. We would welcome any assistance you could provide.
Do you know of any good practice projects/ programs/ partnerships/strategies that are working in your region (or elsewhere)?
Do you know of any existing research dealing with this theme?
The results of this research will be compiled into an annotated bibliography for launch at the "How are we going?" forum in Byron Bay on 4 August (see above). Contact Jessica Latter Email [email protected]
Deadline 10 June

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What's On

AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINALS - JOHN WILLIAM LINDT COLLECTION
Until 3 July, Grafton
37 photographs of Aboriginal people by John William Lindt presented to the Grafton Regional Gallery last year by Sam and Janet Cullen. The gift was given in the spirit of community, in recognition of the importance of these photographs being returned to their keeping place - the Clarence Valley. The Gallery stands on the traditional custodial land of the many people in the photographs. The beautiful portraits, though posed, convey a unique insight into the lives of Aboriginal peoples in the Grafton area in the 1800s. John William Lindt took great care in portraying his subjects from childhood, maturity and old age, and clearly tried to show Aborigines as they lived before European contact. Contact Jude McBean Tel 02 6642 3177.

RECONCILIATION READY OR NOT
Until 31 July, Wollongong
An exhibition of works by local Koori and Gubba (non-Indigenous) artists on the theme of reconciliation and its personal meanings. Wollongong City Gallery, corner of Kembla and Burelli Streets Tel 02 4228 7500

SHAKESPEARE YOUTH FESTIVAL REGIONAL FINALS
3 - 28 June, around NSW
The cream of young performers, dancers, designers and musicians from schools around the State present pieces from Shakespeare in a competition for a place in the NSW State Shakespeare Youth Festival to be held on 5 and 6 August at The University of Sydney.
3 June, Wollongong
7 June, Newcastle
16 June, Bathurst
21 June, Penrith
21 June, Coffs Harbour
23 June, Baradine
28 June, Kooringal
Contact Paddy Murphy, The Shakespeare Globe Centre Australia Tel 02 9351 5292 Email [email protected]

CHORAL MAGIC - CONCERTS BY CANTORUS, CANTABILE & GUEST YOUTH CHOIRS
4 - 5 June, Port Macquarie
The human voice is a remarkable instrument, and when you bring together over 60 of them the effect is magic. Experience this at the Choral Magic concerts featuring Cantorus and Cantabile and guest youth choirs, at the Uniting Church in Port Macquarie. Cantorus (previously known as the Hastings Choristers) is one of the best community choirs around. The quality of their performances has resulted in invitations to perform in both the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Town Hall. The female ensemble, Cantabile will also feature on the program. This group has been together for several years and focuses on close four part harmonies in a wide range of styles. Port Macquarie Uniting Church. $8 - $15 Contact Nellie Wagemaker Tel 02 6584 3438.

PEOPLE AND PLACES
4 June – 30 July, Coonabarabran
An exhibition and sale of paintings by Jennie Crombie and photographs by Megan Young at the Art Gallery of Coonabarabran. Opening Saturday 4 June at 6:30pm. Contact Claudia Stern Tel 6843 8273.

FIVE SQUARED - TRAVELLING EXHIBITON OF ART QUILTS
5 June - 3 July, Gilgandra
A travelling exhibition of art quilts presented by tACTile, 6 Canberra based textile artists in Gilgandra. The artists are acknowledged as world leaders in the field of contemporary quilt making both in Australia and overseas. "Five Squared" comes from a play on the possibilities presented by the square and a desire for collaboration between the artists - each has created a large square work in response to a particular theme. At the Cooee Heritage Centre. Contact Tanya Coxedge Tel 02 6847 2104

SAVE OUR PARADISE - COMMUNITY EVENT
11 June, Near Bermagui
Help save the estuaries of the South Coast. 'Save Our Paradise' features music from Shane Howard (ex-Goanna), Vince Melouney, Ruby and the Rotolactors and more. There will be an information stall and speakers including representatives of the wildlife and environment association, oyster farmers, fishing industry, tourism industry and Friends of the Five Forests. At Murrah Hall, 16km south of Bermagui on the Tathra Road. Cost: $20/$15. Tel 02 6493 4974 Website www.fiveforests.org

MITCHELL CONSERVATORIUM MUSICIANS - AUTUMN SERIES
12 June, Bathurst
A series of Sunday afternoon concerts. Features works for the French horn, clarinet, piano and string trio. At the Mitchell Conservatorium of Music 3pm. $10-$15 Tel 02 6331 6622.

FRESH ARTS 05 LAUNCH
16 June, Dubbo
A survey of new art from Dubbo and surrounding regions to be opened by Ms Janie Raffin, who will launch a program of exhibitions, workshops and lectures run from 11 June - 14 August at various locations across the Orana Region. At the Dubbo Regional Gallery Exhibition Space, Cnr Macquarie & Talbragar Streets, Dubbo, 6pm - 8pm. Contact Dubbo Regional Gallery Tel 02 6881 4342 Email [email protected].

SNOWYFEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
14 - 19 June, Thredbo
SNOWYfest launched last year with the aim of encouraging and supporting the wide range of filmmaking talent in Australia and encourageing the sharing of new film ideas, styles and skills from overseas with the Australian community. The success of the debut festival has carried over into 2005 with almost 200 entries received from Australia and overseas including France, the United Kingdom and the United States. Entry to all sessions except the Friday and Saturday night finallist sessions is free! Full program online. Website www.snowyfest.com

LOVE IN JUNE - A CONCERT AT GREENHILLS ON TWEED
18 & 19 June, Murwillumbah
Presented by the Murwillumbah Philharmonic Society and Friends. Come and enjoy the music, food and romantic atmosphere on either the Saturday night (with a two course meal - bookings essential) or the Sunday afternoon (with a generous afternoon tea). Contact Tel 02 6677133

DANGEROUSLY POETIC - AN EVENING OF WORDS & MUSIC
24 June, Murwillumbah
Poetry readings by Janice Bostok, internationally renowned Haiku poet; Laura Jan Shore and Bev Sweeney, both featured on ABC Radio National's Poetica; and Max Ryan, award-winning poet and spoken word performaer, published in numerous anthologies. Margot Anthony will also play a selection of music for the piano. Free! At the Tweed River Art Gallery Tel 02 6670 2790 Email [email protected].

A DICTIONARY OF HABITATS - FLING PHYSICAL THEATRE
24 - 25 June, Eden
Fling Physical Theatre Co is a youth performance troupe training in dance, gymnastics and physical theatre which makes high quality, original performances with the involvement of professional performing artists-in-residence. A Dictionary of Habitats focuses on contemporary dance to create the creatures and habitats from coastal, ocean and forested environments of the South East region. Jigamy Farm Keeping Place, Eden. Contact SEAR Tel 1300 667 136

ARTSCAPE: THE NATURE OF SCULPTURE
26 June - 11 July, Cape Byron Headland
For two weeks in winter, Cape Byron lighthouse and its spectacular surrounds will become the site of the most easterly sculpture show in Australia. Over 50 emerging and established artists from across Australia and internationally will exhibit existing or new works in this unique environmental sculpture exhibition. Many exhibiting artists are award-winning regional and national artists who have participated in Sculpture by the Sea and The East Coast Sculpture Show. Email [email protected] Website www.artsCape.net.au

A DIFFERENT KETTLE OF FISH - SHARED MEMORIES
30 June - 5 July, South West Rocks
South West Rocks Arts Council's photographic exhibition returns by popular demand. An historical view of the life, history and culture of South West Rocks and its surrounds. At the South West Rocks Surf Club. Contact Karen Gribbin Tel 02 6566 6907 Email [email protected]

ALTERNATE BOUNDARIES
2 July - 30 August, Dubbo
Four local artists - Rowena Galway, Frann McCann, Lea Tucker and Lesley Young - showcase an eclectic mix of art media inn 2D and 3D works including life drawing, printmaking and painting. Styles vary from realistic to contemporary. Red Earth Estate Winery, Camp RD, Behind the Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo Tel 02 6885 6676 Mobile 0431 353 323

3RD FESTIVAL FLAMENCO
15 - 17 July, Bellingen
An unforgettable experience of the passionate and all-embracing art of flamenco come to Bellingen for the 3rd Festival Flamenco Bellingen. Two Companies, two fabulous nights of premier performances by The Flamenco Crew (Friday night) and Alma y Arte (Saturday night). Classes and workshops in all forms of flamenco performing arts will be offered. Tel 02 6655 2295 Email [email protected] Website http://au.geocities.com/flamencobello

BYRON BAY WRITERS FESTIVAL
4 - 7 August, Byron Bay
See Highlights [above]. Discounted Early-Bird 3 day passes on sale until 9 July, entitling you to entry to all daytime sessions at the Festival site on 5, 6 and 7 August (excluding workshops and feature events). Contact Jetset Byron Bay Tel 02 6685 6262 or 02 6685 6554 Website www.byronbaywritersfestival.com.

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Seminars, Workshops + Training

STEPHEN LEEK CHORAL WORKSHOP WEEKEND
3 - 5 June, Grafton
Australian-based freelance composer conductor, educator and publisher, Stephen Leek, is the founder, Artistic Director and Conductor of the acclaimed choral ensemble The Australian Voices. The aim of the weekend is for music teachers and students to take part and observe choral conducting skills and explore Australian repertoire for choirs through demonstrations, master classes and group tuition. Costs $20-$50 Tel 02 6643 3555 or 02 6645 5755 Email [email protected]

RE:GENERATE YOUTH ARTS FESTIVAL - WRITING WORKSHOP
4 June, Wagga Wagga
Re:generate is a youth arts festival run by Wagga Wagga City Council in partnership with the Eastern Riverina Arts Program. The festival includes a range of workshops and events created for and by young people. The first event for this year's festival is a one day writing workshop for aspiring and emerging writers aged 13-18 years. Participants will generate content for the festival program to be published in the Daily Advertiser. Working with transdisciplinary artist Melissa Delaney with the help of a micro team of young writers, the day will be spent working closely together writing and making art. Contact Melissa Delaney Mob 0427 234 351 Email [email protected] Website [Blog] http://regenerate.erap.org.au/blog.htm

21ST CENTURY ARTS ORGANISATIONS & TECHNOLOGY - A LECTURE BY ROGER TOMLINSON
7 June, Sydney
Roger Tomlinson is on tour around Australia in May and June lecturing on current thinking around using technology in arts marketing, especially for customer relationship management and audience development, including web, box office and database-driven marketing. Part of the Australia Council for the Arts' Leading Voices program of workshops and free presentations featuring leading international audience development and arts marketing experts. Carton Crest Hotel, Sydney. Places are limited. Register online at www.fuel4arts.com.au/leadingvoices.

AUSTRALIAN CONTACT IMPROVISATION CONVERGENCE (ACIC)
9 - 13 June, Mullumbimby
Converge with movers from across the country in the beautiful Durrumbal Hall in Mullumbimby. This is the first large contact impro gathering in the Northern Rivers, and will bring together experienced teachers and practicing contact improvisers. ACIC begins with a 2 day Teachers Exchange. A 3 day Open Program follows with workshops, jams, discussions and performance. Come for a single day, (Saturday only) or immerse yourself in the whole 5-day experience where movement friendships have the opportunity to blossom. Beginners are required to undertake introductory classes in their hometown prior to the convergence. Presented by NORPA Dance Action. Contact Marissa Treichel Tel 02 6687 1293 Email [email protected] Website www.norpa.org.au/danceact

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL PLAYWRIGHTS' CONFERENCE
19 June to 3 July, Newcastle
The first National Playwrights’ Conference was held in 1973, and since then the Conference has played a vital role in a large number of new and exciting works which have received national and international productions. Held in a regional venue for the first time, this year the Conference will be at the Newcastle Civic Precinct with performances at The Playhouse. The program includes readings, workshops, residencies and masterclasses. Website www.anpc.org.au/conference.html

PEOPLE, PRICE AND PLACE ­ SUSTAINING MUSEUMS IN THE 21ST CENTURY
24 June, Sydney
A seminar series focussing on sustainability issues and examining how museums fit within the wider social and cultural context of Australian society. Seminar 1 is titled The Right Stuff ­ Attracting And Keeping The Right People Working In The Arts and will examine pathways and issues within the arts industry. The arts industry is infamously low-paid, with conversely one of the highest educational entry levels. The seminar will consider this imbalance, and look at ways to increase entry opportunities within the industry as well as on-going training and development. $35-$45 Contact Kathryn Gray Tel 02 9339 9910 Freecall 1800 114 311 (regional NSW) Email [email protected]

HOW TO GET PUBLISHED - IRINA DUNN
25 June, Wollongong
Irina Dunn is the Director of the NSW Writers' Centre and author of the popular and practical manual The Writer's Guide. Irina will speak at the South Coast Writers' Centre at 2pm. Cost: $5. Places are limited. Tel 02 4228 0151 Email [email protected] Website www.1earth.net/~scwc.

KIRSTEN WOLF - TRANSFORM YOUR BOOKS INTO WORKS OF ART
2 July, Wollongong
A 3 hour workshop led by artist Kirsten Wolf and will show you how to craft works of art from either found books or collections of your own writing. At the South Coast Writers' Centre. Cost $20-$30 Tel 02 4228 0151 Email [email protected] Website www.1earth.net/~scwc

MURRUMBIDGEE SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
3 - 8 July, Wagga Wagga
An exciting new school at the Community Education Unit at Charles Sturt University. On offer: workshops in jewellery making; textiles; metal sculpture; drawing; painting; Cloisonne enamellery; mosaics; beading, photography and more. For those keen to develop or extend existing skills - from beginners to advanced. Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga campus. Tel 02 6933 2064 Website www.csu.edu.au

COLOUR FOR ARTISTS WORKSHOP WITH MERV MORIARTY
4 - 7 July, Tathra
A 4 day workshop for artists, designers and photographers focussed on the fundamentals of colour: the nature of colour, what it is, how we perceive it and most importantly, how we can extend our personal taste to a more universal understanding of colour relationship? Contact Merv Moriarty or Prue Acton Tel 02 6494 5144 Email [email protected]

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS & SECURING DONATIONS FOR THE ARTS
11 July, Sydney
A one day workshop presented by ArtSupport Australia (an AbaF/OzCo initiative). Discover how to cultivate and strengthen relationships and solicit donations from individuals, private and corporate foundations and businesses. Designed to offer a practical tool to assist arts organisations to develop or improve their philanthropy and giving programs, the workshop and accompanying Guide detail an approach based on long-term relationship building and draw on good practice from the field with input from many leading practitioners. Presented by leaders in the philanthropy sector. Cost ($125) includes workshop, the Guide, other materials, lunch and refreshments. Contact Kirsten Matthews Tel 03 9616 0317 Email [email protected] Website [Word document] www.abaf.org.au/public/hom/NSWRegFormPhilanthropy.doc

PHOTOGRAPHY MASTER CLASS - RONN SPENCER
10 - 16 July, Bathurst
Ronn Spencer is a photographer, photo editor and graphic designer whose client list includes The Sex Pistols, Marshall Crenshaw, E! Entertainment Television and Warner Bros. His workshop will be a special event not to be missed. Suited to experienced photographers looking to extend and challenge their skills. Charles Sturt University, Bathurst Campus. Places are limited. Contact the Program Coordinator Tel 02 6338 4120.

NSW STATE CULTURAL CONFERENCE
2 & 3 September 2005, Sydney
Regional Arts NSW, Museums & Galleries NSW and CCDNSW present INSP!RE - Visions for Invigorating Communities and Cultural Industries - a 2 day conference on Future Mapping, Skills Development, and Critical Debate. INSP!RE will be a a thought-provoking future ideas fest for all arts and cultural workers and volunteers, artists, community leaders, local and State government policy makers, and planners - anyone involved or interested in the arts and cultural industries. With a fantastic line-up of international and national speakers and a wide-ranging program, INSP!RE will be a brilliant opportunity to gain knowledge and new insights and a chance to network with professionals across three peak oganisations. Affordable 'Early Bird' packages, including special rates for volunteers, now available. Website www.ccdnsw.org/inspire/

Employment

THEATRE DIRECTOR
Bingara, Salary: Package offer
The North West Theatre Company seeks a Director for its October production of Julia Britton's adaptation of Ethel Turner's novel, Seven Little Australians. The Director will be responsible for casting, co-ordinating the production and directing the rehearsals for an eight performance season at the ROXY Theatre, Bingara NSW, from 14 to 23 October. Through liaison with the Producer, the Director will have input into the set design, costumes, lighting and audio. The remuneration package includes: a fixed weekly payment, a percentage of the box-office, accommodation costs and travel allowance. Contact Rick Hutton Tel 0428 255 380 Email [email protected]
Closing 3 June

LOWER HUNTER ARTS & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT BROKER - TEMPORARY POSITION
Newcastle, Salary: $70,397 to $72,377 p.a
The purpose of the role is to advance and facilitate the development of sustainable partnerships between Local Government, State Government and arts and cultural organisations to ensure a thriving arts and cultural life for the Lower Hunter Region and their long-term viability and to develop and implement the NSW Ministry for the Arts' regional development policies and strategies for the Lower Hunter Region. This is a full time temporary position for 3 months with the possibility of extension, based in Newcastle. Contact Ann McMahon, NSW Ministry for the Arts Tel 02 9228 3843 Email [email protected] Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au
Closing 6 June

PROGRAM MAKER / PRODUCER, ABC RADIO
Bega, Salary: $44,757-$54,735
NSW Local Radio in Bega has a vacancy for a highly motivated, multi skilled program maker. Working to the Regional Program Manager, the successful applicant will have advanced production skills and will produce one of the Local Radio on air shifts in Bega. Working as part of a team, with the ability to work independently where required, the producer will contribute to program planning and participate in operational and administrative activities of the station. The applicant will be working initially on the morning program but may be required to produce any shift on the station. Contact Andrew Ogilvie Tel 02 6491 6011 Email [email protected] Website abc.net.au/jobs.
Closing 10 June

ARTS & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY CONSULTANT
Coffs Harbour
Proposals are sought from suitably qualified individuals to develop an Arts and Cultural Development Strategy for Coffs Harbour City Council. Project Briefs are available from Fiona Crosskill, Coffs Harbour City Council Tel 02 6648 4086 Email [email protected]. Contact Megan Dixon, Manager, Economic Development Unit, Coffs Harbour City Council Email [email protected]
Closing 14 June

NEWCASTLE & WOLLONGONG CORRESPONDENTS, SYDNEY'S CHILD
Iconic parenting magazine Sydney's Child has a circulation of around 150,000, which includes some distribution in the areas north (Hunter) and south (Illawarra) of Sydney. The magazine is seeking to expand its presence in these areas, and is looking for Newcastle and Wollongong resident writers who would be interested in writing monthly, area-specific columns. Email [email protected] Website www.sydneyschild.com.au
Closing 15 June

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Grants, Fellowships + Residencies

INTERNATIONAL TRADE MISSION AND MARKET VISIT SCHEME - DSRD
A Scheme from the Department of State and Regional Development to assist export-ready NSW companies with an effective and efficient way to identify new international business opportunities and gain the knowledge and connections critical to business success. Trade Missions are organised to high potential and emerging markets for a broad range of products, services and companies. Participants develop first-hand knowledge of a new market and what they need to do to successfully enter that market. Assistance is provided on a case-by-case basis. Contact the Trade Services Branch Tel 02 9338 6600 Email [email protected] Website www.smallbiz.nsw.gov.au
No closing date

LIVING IN HARMONY - DIMIA
Grants of between $5,000 and $50,000 to promote harmony between people and groups of different cultural, racial, religious and social backgrounds. Primarily a community based education program, the centrepiece is a community grants program providing funding for projects designed to enhance community harmony and reduce racism and bigotry. Applications now sought from 'communities', which may be centred around local organisations such as volunteer networks, sporting clubs or teams, workplaces, neighbourhood associations, cultural organisations or other local groups. Contact Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs Freecall 1800 78 2002 Email [email protected] Website www.harmony.gov.au
Closing 3 June

NEW FEATURE FILM WRITER'S SCHEME - NSW FTO
The New Feature Film Writers Scheme aims to assist new writers to fully develop a significant, creative vision for their script. Successful applicants attend a seven week intensive feature script development program run by the AFTRS which will serve as the platform from which to begin the next stage of development of their script. Writers are matched with an experienced script advisor to assist them to reach the next draft. Email [email protected] Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au
Closing 10 June

2005 COMMUNITY HERITAGE GRANTS
Grants to assist community groups with the preservation of nationally significant heritage collections. Two new 2005 initiatives are the facilitation of preservation and collection management workshops for staff and volunteers from community organisations and the admission of project proposals that include the preservation of artefacts and objects. The Program is funded by the Australian Government through the National Library of Australia, the Department of Communications, IT and the Arts, the National Archives of Australia, the Australian Film Commission and the National Museum of Australia. Contact Elizabeth Watt Tel 02 6262 1147 Email [email protected] Website www.nla.gov.au/chg/
Closing 10 June

MITCHELL SCHOOL OF ARTS - SPONSORSHIP FOR ARTISTS AVAILABLE
10 - 16 July, Bathurst
A number of sponsorships available for artists seeking financial assistance to attend the School this year. Artists at all levels of skill are welcome to apply and funding is available for residential and non-residential places. With over 25 workshops to choose from including acrylics, mixed media, oils, watercolour, pastels, drawing and photography the School provides ample opportunity to develop your artistic skills while socialising with fellow artists. Contact the Program Coordinator Tel 02 6338 4120 Website www.csu.edu.au/student/community-ed
Closing 13 June

FOUNDATION FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIANS - YOUTH PARTICIPATION INDIVIDUAL FUND
Grants of between $500 and $1,500 to support young people to follow their passion while contributing to their community. Any individual aged 12-25 years may apply. Website www.youngaustralians.org/fund/ya_fund_individuals.asp
Closing 14 June

THE AUSTRALIAN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Businesses and regional organisations are encouraged to apply for funding of up to $500,000 to promote tourism in their own backyard under this $9.5 million Australian Government grants program. This program provides funding for tourism initiatives that: promote tourism development in regional and rural Australia, contribute to long-term economic growth, and increase Australia's competitiveness as a tourism destination. Contact AusIndustry Tel 13 28 46 Website www.ausindustry.gov.au
Closing 15 June

HASTINGS MUSIC DEVELOPMENT FUND 2005
Applications are invited from Hastings community based, non-profit music organisations for innovative projects that develop the music skills and talents of the local residents and community groups. Contact Wendy Hee, Cultural Planner Tel 02 6581 8658 Email [email protected]
Closing 20 June

PRODUCTION INVESTMENT FUND - NSW FTO
The Production Investment Fund provides funding for feature films, documentaries/documentary series, TV drama and telemovies, official co-productions and animation series. The Fund will provide approximately $4 million to film and television production and post-production in NSW for the financial year 2004-2005 and will make its investment decisions in competitive rounds. Email [email protected] Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au
Closing 24 June

THE MYER FOUNDATION
Grants to support arts projects which encourage excellence and innovation, introducing arts audiences to areas of new art insights. The Foundation will provide support to ensure that indigenous and non-indigenous artists gain access to professional training, development and mentoring and to develop new works by individual Australian artists and small and medium-sized organisations in the priority areas of Indigenous arts, regional areas, experimental and emerging art forms and projects that support the humanities, especially those that contribute to defining a distinct Australian identity. Contact Tel 03 9207 3040 Email [email protected] Website www.myerfoundation.org.au/
Closing 29 June

SAMSTAG INTERNATIONAL VISUAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
These scholarships, administered by the University of South Australia, each provide for twelve months of overseas study, a tax-exempt stipend equivalent to US$30,000, return airfares and institutional fees for one academic year. Website www.unisa.edu.au/Samstag/
Closes 30 June

PROTECTING OUR PLACES PROGRAM
Aims to protect land that is culturally significant to Aboriginal people and to support education projects about the environment and its importance in Aboriginal life. Any Aboriginal community group or organisation in NSW can apply. Total grant pool of $500,000. Contact Aboriginal Liaison and Support Officer Environmental Trust Tel 02 8837 6012 Email [email protected] Website www.environment.nsw.gov.au/grants/pop.htm
Closing 1 July

2006/2007 NSW & ACT TOURING EXHIBITION PROGRAM - MGNSW
Museums & Galleries NSW is now calling for applications from NSW & ACT visual art organisations and craft and design centres for inclusion within their 2006/07 touring exhibition program. Proposed exhibitions should ideally be in the development stages at the time of application. Tel 02 9358 1760 Email [email protected]
Closing 1 July

2005 NSW INCOMING TOURING EXHIBITION GRANT - MGNSW
Eligible organisations can apply for support towards the costs of presenting a maximum of three touring exhibitions at their gallery or organisation. The priority is to provide rural and remote organisations with access to high quality visual arts and craft exhibitions which they might not otherwise be able to bring to their community due to cost or distance. Contact Adam Weiderman Tel 02 9339 9907 Freecall 1800 114 311(regional NSW) Email [email protected]
Closing 1 July

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER AWARDS
The National Volunteer Awards aim to recognise, promote, encourage and develop community service and volunteers, with $364,000 to be shared amongst winners in seven categories including
Art and Culture
Community Service and Development
Education and Youth Development
Contact the National Australia Bank Freecall 1800 807 121 Website www.national.com.au
Closing 1 July

CONTEMPORARY MUSIC TOURING PROGRAM
Grants of up to $10,000 from this Australian Government program for professional artists who perform original Australian contemporary music to tour within Australia. For tours from 1 January 2006. Contact the Department of Communications, IT & the Arts Freecall 1800 819 461 Email [email protected] Website www.dcita.gov.au
Closing 5 July

CAMDEN HEAD PILOT STATION RESIDENCY 2006 & 2007
Applications are now sought for the 2006 and 2007 Camden Head Pilot Station Residency Program from community cultural development (CCD) artists across the country. The period of each residency is between September/October 2006 and August/September 2007, each spanning 6 to 8 weeks.
Primarily, this program affords an artist or artsworker the opportunity to take time out of project-based work and focus on professional development, reflection or individual arts practice. Tel 02 9215 9029 Toll Free 1800 226 912 Website www.camdenheadpilotstation.org.au
Closing 1 August

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Competitions, Awards + Prizes

2005 IAN POTTER MUSIC COMMISSIONS
A biennial national program conducted by the Trustees of The Ian Potter Cultural Trust to support the composition of new Australian music. Performance of the new work is an essential feature of each Commission. For the first time in 2005, the Commissions will award an Ian Potter Fellowship under each of two categories: 1. Fellowship for an Established Composer - An award of up to $80,000 for the creation of a substantial body, or portfolio, of work over two years and 2. Fellowship for an Emerging Composer - An award of up to $20,000 for the creatiion of a portfolio of work, over two years. The emphasis is to be on performance and the creation of recordings. Website [Word document - Guidelines] www.ianpotter.org.au
Closing 14 June

BLACK HEAD BEACH SCULPTURE PRIZE
Curated by the Mid North Coast's Manning Regional Art Gallery. Entries are free and invited from all sculptors. Total prize pool of over $6,000. Tel 02 6592 5455 Email [email protected]
Closing 15 June

NPWS ABORIGINAL ART AWARD
For the third year running, the National Parks and Wildlife Service, Northern Rivers Region, presents the Aboriginal Art Award and Exhibition. The theme is 'Living Culture'. Aboriginal artists are invited to submit works to be exhibited at Nimbin School of Arts. Total prize pool $2,500. Contact National Parks and Wildlife Service Tel 02 6627 0200 or Nimbin School of Arts Tel 02 6689 1577
Closing 17 June

ALBURY CITY LIBRARY COMPETITION
For written works of up to 3,000 words on the theme‘The Photo’. Open Section Prize of $1000. Guidelines online. Website [PDF] www.alburycity.nsw.gov.au
Closing 17 June

YVONNE COHEN AWARD FOR CREATIVE INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIAN YOUTH
This newly established award is designed to foster the creative spark and future potential of talented young Indigenous artists. Open to Indigenous Australian people 30 years of age and under. The Award bestows $5,000 in recognition and aid of the recipient's creative future potential. Nominations accepted from organisations and individuals (applicants cannot nominate themselves). Contact Michelle Evans Tel 03 9685 9345
Closing 29 June

WRITE NOW! NATIONAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS' COMPETITION
Writers aged between 18 and 30 are invited to submit a short play to Write Now! for the chance to have their work transformed from a script to a full production with the support of some of Australia's finest advisors and playwrights. Ten finalists receive workshops and play readings, with the three winning plays going on for further development with industry professionals, culminating in the anticipated Top Shorts season in December at The Old Fitzroy Hotel Theatre, Woolloomooloo (Sydney). The winners also receive a luncheon with playwright David Williamson for some inspiring feedback and encouragement. Website www.nakedtheatrecompany.com.au
Closing 30 June

CITY OF PERTH ART PRIZE
A new biennial prize to be launched in November 2005. Professional and emerging practitioners are invited to enter contemporary two-dimensional works in any media. Total prize pool of $25,000 to encourage excellence and innovation in the contemporary arts. The exhibition will be on display at the Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA) from 24 November to 18 December 2005. Tel 08 9461 3145 Email [email protected] Website www.perth.wa.gov.au/html/vis07_awards.php
Closing 30 June

THE RANAMOK GLASS PRIZE 2005
Arguably one of the best-kept secrets on the international contemporary glass scene, this $10,000 prize is now in its ninth year. At a time when Australian and New Zealand contemporary glass features prominently in galleries and museums throughout the world, the Ranamok Glass Prize (and catalogue) offers a valuable resource. Ranamok is an acquisitive award for glass artists resident in Australia and New Zealand and is judged by a panel of four. Website www.ranamok.com
Closing 30 June

WILLOUGHBY ART PRIZE 2005
A non-acquisitive competition offering total prize money of $14,000 in eight categories: 3-D Open, Painting and Mixed Media, Drawing and Printmaking, Photography and Digital Media, Students, Artist with Different Abilities, Willoughby City Resident and People's Choice. Entry fee $25/$18.70 per work. An exhibition of works will be on display from 2 September. There will be an extensive Public Program associated with the Prize including artists' and judges' talks, exhibition tours and hands-on art workshops facilitated by professional artists. Eckersley's Arts, Crafts and Imagination is a major sponsor. Contact Tel 02 9777 1000 Website www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au
Closing 15 July

MEMENTO AWARDS
The Memento Awards reward and profile designers, craftspeople, product innovators and manufacturers who produce quality, authentic and unique Australian mementos for travellers. The awards aim to encourage suppliers and retailers to profit from a tourism gift market worth $700 million per annum. The aim is to help creators of 'quality product' to generate sustainable business by linking them with market opportunities. The brief is to develop a memento that reflects or interprets a destination within Australia. Total prize pool over $10,000. Website www.mementoawards.com
Closing 22 July

SOCIAL ENTERPRISE PARTNERSHIP AWARDS
Nominations are invited for four Awards from the Social Enterprise Network to be announced at the National Conference in September in Melbourne: 1. Enterprising Community Award, 2. Enterprise Enabler Award, 3. Social Business Award and 4.Social Enterpreneur of the Year. Contact Vern Hughes Email [email protected] Website www.partnerships.org.au/AWARDS.htm

THE $35,000 COUNTRY ENERGY ART PRIZE FOR LANDSCAPE PAINTING
Australia's richest annual landscape painting competition, designed to encourage and support artists in country and coastal communities and promote the development of the NSW visual arts industry as a whole. Entrants' principal place of residence must be within Country Energy or Australian Inland's network areas. Entry forms available at all Country Energy customer service centres and regional art galleries or Contact Tel 13 23 56 or 02 8255 6779 Website www.countryenergy.com.au/artprize
Closing 22 July

2005 NEWCASTLE POETRY PRIZE
The 2005 Newcastle Poetry Prize is now open for all original, unpublished works. Main prize of $9,000 for a poem or sequence of poems up to 200 lines. New Media Prize of $2,000 offered to entries on CD-ROM. Website www.hwcentre.com/poetryprize.html
Closing 29 July

JOHN IREMONGER AWARD FOR WRITING ON PUBLIC ISSUES
An award for non-fiction works of political, social and cultural commentary with contemporary Australian relevance. Prize is $10,000, guaranteed publication, royalties on sales and editorial support to develop the proposal to finished manuscript. Entry requirements are a proposal and chapter samples, not finished manuscripts. Website www.allenandunwin.com/awards/iremonger_award.asp
Closing 29 July

SILVER BRUMBY AWARD
This award for the best story for children is to honour Elyne Mitchell, whose writings for children and adults have brought pleasure to many. Contact Upper Murray Regional Library, Tel 02 6022 9100 Website www.umrl.com.au
Closing 26 August

RED LENS INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION
Established by Charles Sturt University, Dubbo, last year, the Red Lens International Photographic Competition presents photographers with an opportunity to compete and exhibit their work at a national level. Categories are open to the professional, amateur and student photographer working in either digital or traditional photography with no restrictions on subject matter. Over $7,000 in prize money is on offer. Contact the Program Coordinator Tel 02 6338 4120 Website www.csu.edu.au/student/community-ed
Closing 29 August

NOWA NOWA NUDES
18 - 20 November 2005
A contemporary art show that celebrates the nude. Now in its fifth year, Nowa Nowa Nudes offers art, outdoor sculpture and textile prizes. Individual prizes include a $4,000 Outdoor Sculpture Prize (acquisitive), $2,000 1st prize for best work from any other category and the new 'Threadbare' textile prize. Contact Gary Yelen Tel 03 5155 7277 Email [email protected] or, for information about the textile prize, Elizabeth Blakeman Tel 03 5155 7383 Website www.nowanowa.com
Closing 31 August

THE 2005 CHURCH & DWIGHT LLOYD REES MEMORIAL YOUTH ART AWARD
Featuring an acquisitive prize worth $5,000 too be judged by Guy Warren, Nicholas Harding and Michael Kempson. Tel 02 9428 4898 Email [email protected]
Closing 31 August

FELLOWSHIP OF AUSTRALIAN WRITERS SUMMERLAND AWARDS
Short Story and Poetry sections, both with open themes. The short story section has a maximum of 2,500 words. The poetry section is for traditional rhyming or free verse to a maximum of 80 lines. First prize of $500 and second prize of $200 is awarded in both sections. In addition, the Summerland Trophy will be presented to the best overall entry. Tel 02 6624 1933 Email [email protected]
Closing 31 August

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Resources

THE CREATIVE BUSINESS TOOLBOX
A comprehensive CD-ROM which provides tools to help both individuals and businesses to realise their commerical aspirations: business development templates, information and resource links for creative businesses. Targets six segments of the creative industries and includes tips for creative business development from twelve Creative Queenslanders. Part of the Queensland Government's Creativity is Big Business economic development strategy for the creativie industries. Available from Arts Queensland Website www.arts.qld.gov.au

THE ARTS INSURANCE HANDBOOK: A PRACTICAL GUIDE FOR ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANISATIONS
The Arts Insurance Handbook provides insurance guidelines for artists and non-profit arts organisations. Topics include buying insurance, reducing insurance costs, public liability and insurance for volunteers, where to shop for insurance and how to make a claim. The obligations and rights that derive from an insurance contract are also explained. Produced by the Arts Law Centre of Australia. Cost $27.50 Tel 1800 221 457 Website www.artslaw.com.au

GUIDE TO THE REGIONAL ARTS NSW NETWORK
The Autumn edition of the quarterly magazine, ArtReach, contains a pull-out map and guide to the Regional Arts NSW network. It also features articles on audience research, news, industry insights and stories about great arts projects. ArtReach is distributed to local councils, libraries, galleries, theatres, arts organisations and other groups. If you would like a copy or would like to join the mailing list, please send an email to Andrew Griffiths at [email protected] Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 3.

WORKING WITH YOUNG PEOPLE FROM SMALL & EMERGING COMMUNITIES IN NSW
A GUIDE FROM THE ETHNIC COMMUNITIES COUNCIL
A guide to help community workers understand some of the issues young people from these communities face when settling in Australia. Outlines the community services and programs available to support workers in the field. Available for download in a Word document from the Ethnic Communities Council of NSW website http://www.eccnsw.org.au/?page=publications.

AUSTRALIAN JEWISH WOMEN IN THE ARTS - A NEW NETWORK
Women who identify as Jewish, Australian and are involved in the arts are invited to be part of Australian Jewish Women in the Arts (AJWA) - a new database and email list which willl be a resource for information, networking, mentoring, publicising and celebrating the diversity of Jewish women in the arts Australia wide. AJWA is affiliated to the National Council of Jewish Women of Australia (NCJWA). The Patron is Jeanne Pratt AC, a strong advocate for the arts, for women and for Jewish causes. Website www.ncjw.org.au.

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About this e-Bulletin

2005 PRODUCTION SCHEDULE
The Regional Arts NSW e-Bulletin is published on the 1st day of every month (or next business day), with a deadline for contributions of seven days before the end of the month.
The deadline for contributions to the 1 July e-Bulletin is Friday 24 June.

NO REPEATS! (BUT EVERYTHING IS ARCHIVED ONLINE)
The Regional Arts NSW e-Bulletin contains no repeat listings but there are always other opportunities, grants and/or prizes still available from previous editions. Access them on the archive [here].

CONTRIBUTIONS
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CREDITS & THANKS
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Regional Arts NSW

Regional Arts NSW is the peak body for the arts and community cultural development in regional and rural New South Wales Tel 02 9247 8577 Email [email protected]
Website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au.

Regional Arts NSW receives funding from the Regional Arts Fund, an Australian Government initiative supporting the arts in regional and remote Australia and the NSW Ministry for the Arts.

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