Another action-packed e-Bulletin from Regional Arts NSW - with no less than 45 news stories, grants, prizes and other opportunities for arts and cultural types in regional and rural New South Wales.

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Regional Arts News
Employment
Grants, Fellowships + Residencies
Awards + Prizes
Opportunities
Seminars, Workshops, Training + Events
Resources
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Regional Arts News

AND THEN THERE WERE TWELVE - NEW CENTRAL ORANA RADO JOINS THE GANG
A warm welcome to Nina O'Brien, new RADO (Regional Arts Development Officer) for the Central Orana, who started work yesterday in the new regional arts office in Gilgandra. Nina's appointment brings the number of RADOs in the Regional Arts network to twelve. She can be contacted on Tel 02 6847 0559 Email nobrien@gilgandra.nsw.gov.au. For more information about the Regional Arts NSW network, including maps, go to www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/network/network.html.

REGIONAL ARTS FUND (NSW) APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
The Regional Arts Fund - which is an initiative of the Commonwealth Government - is one of the key sources of funding for important arts projects in regional and remote Australia. The aim of the Fund is to encourage locally initiated, sustainable cultural development in regional areas, with an emphasis on nurturing cross-sectoral partnerships, providing professional development opportunities and reaching into smaller, isolated communities, including Indigenous communities. The Fund has had a major impact on the arts sector in regional Australia since its introduction by the Federal Government in 1997 (you can also thank it for this e-Bulletin!). Guidelines and application forms are available on the Regional Arts NSW website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/grants.html
Closing 22 August

CREATIVE VOLUNTEERING EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS - EVEN FOR OLD HANDS
If you think you know it all, it seems Creative Volunteering will make you think again. Participants around the country have been enthused at how many really useful new ideas they've learnt both from the course content and from sharing ideas with people from other organisations at the workshops - even the old hands are saying it.

Creative Volunteering workshops have now started in New South Wales. The Networking and Business Planning sessions are on this weekend in Scone and Broken Hill, closely followed by Coonamble and Hay on the weekend of July 12-13. If you are in those areas, it's not too late to grab the chance to skills up your organisation's volunteers for an incredibly cheap (heavily subsidised) price of only $25 per workshop (including resource book). Pick up the phone and call Amy or Jenny at Regional Arts NSW on Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 3 to arrange it. There's also lots of info on the website - fast link from the front page at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au and the full schedule appears below [here].

TWO NEW STAFF AT REGIONAL ARTS NSW
Following the recent departure of Michele Elliot, who did such a superlative job of administering the three Regional Arts NSW grants programs as well as managing the Public Liability insurance crisis last year, Annette Eassie has been appointed as the new Funding and Research Officer for Regional Arts NSW. Annette, who started last week, can be contacted on Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 8 Email annette@regionalartsnsw.com.au.

Regional Arts NSW is losing another talent this week with the departure of its Business and Finance Manager, Kyrin Vea Vea, who took up the challenge to help steer the organisation through its difficult initial stages in 2000. Kyrin implemented a new accounting system and has provided sound financial management for both RANSW and six of the Regional Arts Boards ever since. The new Business and Finance Manager is Jack Gevorgian, who can be contacted on Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 6 Email jack@regionalartsnsw.com.au.

MURRAY ARTS' NEW ADDRESS
Murray Arts (the Regional Arts Board for the Albury Wodonga region) has moved to a new office on Gateway Island. The telephone and fax numbers remain the same but the mailing address has changed to PO Box 7142 Albury NSW 2640. RADO Chris Pidd can be contacted on Tel 02 6021 5034 Fax 02 6021 1053 Mobile 0409 454 119 Email chris.pidd@murrayarts.org.au.

MINISTRY FOR THE ARTS HOLDS NATIONAL TOURING FORUM
On 14 May, state and territory arts funding agencies, along with the Federal Arts Funding Agency, Playing Australia, met at the NSW Ministry for the Arts offices to discuss support for large and small performing arts companies to tour the country. This was the first time all funding agencies have met to share expertise and to discuss possible improvements to current touring funding programs. It was agreed at the forum that state and territory touring agencies would work in partnership to address issues regarding the coordination of state and federal funding dates, audience development opportunities and information sharing between all tiers of government.
(From the NSW Ministry for the Arts June 2003 Arts Bulletin available on the NSW Ministry for the Arts website at www.arts.nsw.gov.au/WhatsNew/ArtsBulletin/bulletin.htm).

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Employment

SENIOR LECTURER - ACTING FOR SCREEN & STAGE
Salary: $66,909 to $77,151 pa
Charles Sturt University is seeking a suitably qualified person to teach acting within the School's closely articulated programs in Acting for Screen and Stage, Television Production and Design for Theatre and Television, coordinate the Acting degree and act as Director of the University Ensemble Theatre. Contact Tel 6933 2213 Email rechrwagga@csu.edu.au Website www.csu.edu.au/jobs
Closing 7 July

MUSEUM CURATOR, NARROMINE AVIATION MUSEUM (PART-TIME)
Salary: $66,000 for 18 month contract
This role includes planning the activities of the Museum on a 12 months cycle; managing, identifying and recording the collection; carrying out or arranging to be carried out, the preservation and/or the restoration of items in the collection; establishment of displays within the Museum and for recommending to the committee on the development of further displays; and working with Council¹s tourism officer and other regional attractions to publicise the Museum and increase visitor numbers. Applicants are invited to visit Narromine to see the current status of the museum and get a feel for the project. Applicants for this position are welcome to speak with the Chairman of the Narromine Aviation Museum, Mr Peter Kierath Tel 02 6889 4444 or the Secretary, Mrs Beryl Hartley Tel 02 6889 2733.
Closing 9 July

REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Salary: $55,000 p.a. + car
Located in Ballina, this is a unique opportunity for an energetic and skilled individual to be the ground-breaker for a new arts development region. Applicants must demonstrate sound understanding of the issues, practices and processes of regional arts development and Local Government and possess strong arts and cultural planning, consultation, communication, programming and administration skills. Position description available from the website or contact the Administrative Coordinator Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 3 Email admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au Website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au.
Closing 14 July

REGIONAL ARTS PROJECT OFFICER
Salary: $45,000 pa + car
Working closely with the RADO, this position located in Ballina offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to work with arts and cultural groups in the region to develop a regional projects program that provides sound community benefit outcomes focusing on capacity building through arts and cultural development projects. Applicants must demonstrate high levels of skill in arts and cultural project development, program planning, consultation, accessing funding and working with volunteer groups. Position description available from the website or contact the Administrative Coordinator Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 3 Email admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au Website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au.
Closing 14 July

PAPER PRODUCTION & TRAINING MANAGER, EURABA PAPER COMPANY
Salary: $45,000 - $48,000 p.a.
Euraba Paper Company is an indigenous business of Boggabilla NSW which produces elite paper and paper products made from locally handmade and traditionally sourced fibres. The company is planning the recruitment of a Paper Production Manager. The position is full time, reporting to the Euraba Manager and will involve training of Euraba staff in Certificate III programs in Paper Making as well as coordinating the design, production and promotion of Euraba products. Contact John Michael at the TAFE NSW New England Institute Tel 02 6752 0326 Mob 0427 211 901 Email john.michael@tafensw.edu.au
Closing 14 July

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Salary: Negotiable
Lander's Music requires the services of a skilled musician to assist in developing Instrumental Music in the NSW Central West. Based in Orange, the position is focused on the establishment and development of numerous school and community band programs working in close relationship with the Orange Regional Conservatorium. The position requires flexible working hours with own transport and will involve conducting bands, teaching both wind and brass instruments, working with committees and assisting to implement major projects including music camps, tours, festivals and workshops. Contact Director of Instrumental Music Tel 0416 069 912.
Closing 18 July

EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CREATIVE SERVICES, ARTWORKERS (QLD)
Salary: $50,000 p.a.
Artworkers, which is a professional industry association for the visual arts in Queensland, is looking for an exceptional individual to provide strategic leadership for the contemporary visual arts industry and a strong creative vision to direct the organisation's future. This is a shared leadership role responsible for positioning Artworkers as a pivotal agency in the visual arts and managing a dynamic and responsive program of creative services targeting key areas of industry development and excellence in contemporary visual arts practice. Seeking an arts professional with demonstrated experience in the contemporary visual arts industry and relevant professional qualifications. For enquiries contact Annette Hoberg, Executive Officer, Operations Tel 07 3215 0850 Email info@artwroerks.org Website www.artworkers.org.
Closing 21 July

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Grants, Fellowships + Residencies

REGIONAL QUICK TURNAROUND GRANTS ('QUICKS')
Grants of up to $1,000 through the Commonwealth Regional Arts Fund. 'Quicks' provide urgent assistance for local arts and cultural projects which are ineligible for funding under any other funding program, with preference given to projects from smaller and remote communities. The priorities are for applications which will provide professional development opportunities, with the benefits ultimately returned to the community and project development. A total of $25,000 is available under the Quick Turnaround Grants Program with applications for the 2002-2003 year accepted from 1 July 2003. There is no deadline for applications, which may be made as required. Decisions will be advised within 72 hours of receipt. Website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/grants.html.
No deadline

INDENT ONE OFF GRANTS
Indent funds young people throughout NSW to stage safe and successful all-ages music based events (as well as providing workshops and training, support and resources and information and communication). Funding of up to $2000 can be sought for single events through the One Off Grants Program, or groups can apply for Partnerships funding to stage four events over one year. All you need to get started is a team of young people dedicated to seeing an all ages event happen in their community and the support of a local organisation such as a youth centre or the local council. Contact Kristy Wilson and Tracy Ellis Tel 02 9247 7540 Email inbox@indent.net.au Website www.indent.net.au.
Closing 28 July

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANTS 2004
The Community Relations Commission for a multicultural NSW invites applications for funding from the 2004 Community Development Grants Program. The aim of the program is to encourage the participation of people from culturally diverse communities in all aspects of life in New South Wales. Project will be funded on a competitive basis with applications invited from not-for-profit community organisations that are either an association under the Associations Incorporation Act, a co-operative society under the Co-operatives Act, a company limited by guarantee under the Companies Code, or established by legislation. Organisations that are not incorporated may enter into auspicing arrangements with an incorporated organisation. Tel 02 8255 6780 Website www.crc.nsw.gov.au/funding/index.htm
Closing 25 July

NSW MINISTRY FOR THE ARTS PERFORMING ARTS TOURING (ROUND 1)
A program which aims to bring professional performing arts of the highest quality to the people of regional New South Wales. Triennial funding for selected organisations; annual operations funding for organisations engaged in developing tours as well as supporting training, coordination and advocacy and grants for tours to, from and between regional centres, with preference given to tours that include more than one venue and demonstrate economies of scale. Contact the NSW Ministry for the Arts Tel 02 9228 5533 Freecall 1800 358 594 Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au.
Closing 25 July

ACTF INDEPENDENT PROJECT INVESTMENT PROGRAM
This Australian Children's Television Foundation program aims to stimulate greater activity in the development and production of high quality television Australian programs for children. The program provides development finance for producers, script writers, script editors, and consultants as well as funds for budget preparation. Projects should be commercially viable and show a commitment to quality, and applicants need to demonstrate that their project has a high likelihood of going into production. Contact ACTF Tel 03 9419 8800 Email info@actf.com.au Website www.actf.com.au
Closing 1 August

NSW MINISTRY FOR THE ARTS INDIGENOUS ARTS FUND
An accessible fund for 'out of annual round' and one-off grants of no more than $5,000 for projects across a range of art forms. Contact the NSW Ministry for the Arts Tel 02 9228 5533 Freecall 1800 358 594 Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au.
Closing 8 August

PAT CORRIGAN ARTISTS' GRANT
Made possible by a donation from businessman and National Association for the Visual Arts (NAVA) patron, Pat Corrigan, the grant awards up to $500 for individuals and $1000 for groups to assist with the costs associated with public presentation of work, such as framing, space hire, opening night costs and catalogue production. Contact NAVA Tel 02 9368 1900 Website www.visualarts.net.au
Closing 15 August

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Competitions, Awards + Prizes

NESCAFE BIG BREAK
Twelve cash prizes of $20,000 and eight cash prizes of $2000 each are to be won in this year's Nescafé Big Break, which has a total of over a quarter-of-a-million dollars in grants to give away. The Big Break is for young people with an ambition or a dream who are just getting started and who need a bit of a financial leg up. The age range this year has been extended to 16-24 years, with the prizes split evenly between the two categories of 16 to 19 and 20 to 24. Contact Nestle Tel 1800 630 630 Website www.nescafebigbreak.com.au.
Closing 11 July

WESTFIELD/WAVERLEY LIBRARY LITERARY AWARD
Westfield, Waverley Council and the Friends of Waverley Library are calling for entries from Australian writers worldwide for this award which recognises excellence in research in the creation of a fiction or non fiction published literary work of merit. Works must be first published in book form between 1 July 2002 and 30 June 2003. A short list will be announced in late October and the Award, comprising a cash component of $15,000 and Nib statuette, will be presented mid November 2003 at an award function. Contact Waverley Library Tel 02 9386 7777 Email library@enquiries.waverley.nsw.gov.au Website www.waverley.nsw.gov.au/library/award.
Closing 11 July

VICTORIAN PREMIER'S LITERARY AWARDS
The Awards are open to all Australians with works first published (or performed) between 1 May 2002 and 30 April 2003. There is an extensive range of prize categories including fiction, non-fiction, young adult fiction, poetry, drama, essays and screen writing. First prizes range from $15 000 to $30 000. Contact the State Library of Victoria Tel 03 8664 7277 Email pla@slv.vic.gov.au Website www.statelibrary.vic.gov.au/pla/
Closing 18 July

2003 MOSMAN ART PRIZE
Mosman Art Gallery is calling for entries for the 2003 Mosman Art Prize. Mosman Council First Prize is $15,000 the Allan Gamble Memorial Art Prize is $3,000, the Mosman Toyota Viewers Choice Prize is $1,000 and the Artlink Commendation Prize is $1,000. Entires must be received by 22 July and the entry fee is $33, Opening Night of the subsequent exhibition is Friday 1 August at 6.30pm. Contact Mosman Art Gallery Tel 02 9978 4182
Closing 22 July

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER AWARDS
The National Australia Bank is delighted to invite local or regional community groups to nominate for the 2003 National Volunteer Awards. The Volunteer Awards recognise, promote, encourage and develop community service and volunteers. Groups can nominate in a number of categories including 'Art and Culture' and community members have a chance to vote for their favourite volunteer group online. The total prize pool for 2003 is $500 000. Contact The Awards Manager on 1800 807 121 Email awards@national.com.au Website www.national.com.au/Community
Closing 1 August

BUNDABERG ARTS FESTIVAL 27TH ART COMPETITION
Sections include painting, print-making, sculpture, photography and textiles. This year there is a new section for people of Aboriginal & Islander descent for a prize of $500. Another new section is the 'Frederix Quick Sit Painting Contest' where artists will be supplied a board, a theme and given 24 hours to produce a finished work. The prize will be a quality easel and seat by MABEF. Judged by Andrew Sibley, total prize money $17,500. Contact Diana Lancaster Tel 07 4152 4130 Email info@artnsuch.com.au Website artnsuch.com.au/art_festival.html
Closing 22 August

"GETTING ON WITH LIFE" NATIONAL WRITING COMPETITION
The Body Shop and The Forum of Australian Services for Survivors of Torture and Trauma invite all Years 7-12 secondary students to help celebrate the positive contribution refugees make to Australia as they get on with their lives, through a national writing competition. The competition has a fantastic first prize of $700 for students and $2000 for the school they attend. Your challenge is to tell the judges in 250 words or less "How refugees make a positive contribution to Australia". Contact any of the Body Shop Stores or visit the website www.thebodyshop.com.au and download the Information pack.
Closing 25 August

ARTHUR GUY MEMORIAL PAINTING PRIZE
The Bendigo Art Gallery invites artists to submit entries for the inaugural Arthur Guy Memorial Painting Prize in 2003. The most outstanding work as judged by the selection panel will be awarded an acquisitive cash prize of $50,000. The Prize has been initiated by Mr Allen Guy C.B.E. in honour of his late brother Arthur Guy, with equal assistance from the R.H.S. Abbott Bequest Fund, Bendigo Art Gallery. All entries will be assessed by a panel of selectors comprising an independent judge, a representative of the Guy family and the Director, Bendigo Art Gallery. Contact Leanne Fitzgibbon Tel 03 5443 4991 Email l.fitzgibbon@bendigo.vic.gov.au Website www.bendigoartgallery.com.au
Closing 12 September

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Opportunities

QUEANBEYAN CULTURAL SHOWCASE AND MARKET
A free opportunity to show off Queanbeyan's art, craft, dance and music talents to the local and regional community and to promote the proposed Civic Cultural Centre. Participants will be allocated stall space and may sell or simply display their products and information. Stallholders may be from local community organisations or individual artists and craftspeople but they must be Queanbeyan based and have a cultural focus. All art and craft items must be new and hand crafted. Contact Queanbeyan City Council's Community Cultural Development Officers, Anne Robinson or Cathie Graham Tel 02 6298 0170 Email cultural.services@qcc.nsw.gov.au
Closing 11 July

THE BREKFEST FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL
Brekfest is seeking short films up to 20 minutes in length that have been made in the past 12 months. Films that have been shot on any format will be accepted and those that rely upon their soundtrack are encouraged. The festival will be held at the Valhalla Cinema, Sydney, on Sunday 3rd August 2003. The aim of the festival is to support and encourage developing filmmakers and musicians. Website www.brekfest.com.
Closing 11 July

HAVE YOUR PROJECT FEATURED IN A NEW BOOK ABOUT REGIONAL ARTS
Regional Arts Australia and the Australia Council for the Arts are producing a glossy new book about the arts in regional, rural and remote Australia. The book will be a collection of case studies/stories about innovative, unique, or just plain good arts projects from around the country and is intended as a follow up to the highly successful Great Yarn Event - and other stories from regional Australia. A professional author has been commissioned to write the work, and 5,000 copies will be distributed in 2004. As well as providing a significant documentation of regional arts practice in Australia, the publication will be an inspiration to everyone involved in the arts in non-metropolitan areas and be an excellent advocacy tool. For your chance to be featured in the book, you need to fill in a submission form which is available from Regional Arts Australia Tel 08 8444 0422 Website www.regionalarts.com.au.
Closing 25 July

UNPOPULAR CULTURE - THE 2004 NEXT WAVE FESTIVAL
The 2004 Next Wave Festival will be held from 18th - 30th May 2004. Next Wave is a biennial multi artform festival that will be held in Melbourne and in selected regional locations across Victoria from 18th - 30th May 2004. Next Wave invites young emerging artists from across all artform areas to submit proposals for projects and events to be part of the Festival. Organisers are seeking innovative and engaging takes on the notion of unpopular culture from a variety of artforms including music, visual art, theatre, dance, performance, text and new media. Contact Next Wave Tel 03 9662 1099 Email nextwave@nextwave.org.au Website www.nextwave.org.au
Closing 1 August

AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY OF AUTHORS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Offering practical and effective support, successful applicants will work closely with an experienced mentor for 20 hours over up to twelve months. Applications are invited in the genres of fiction, non-fiction, poetry, Young Adult, and children's writing and illustration. Applicants must be either unpublished in book form or have up to but no more than two books published in a literary genre at the time of application, must be Australian citizens or permanent residents, and must be members of the Australian Society of Authors. Contact Jill Dimond Tel 02 9318 0877 Email jill@asauthors.org Website www.asauthors.org
Closing 11 August

INDIGENOUS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Open to Indigenous writers and illustrators from across Australia who have no more than two books published in a literary genre (or who are unpublished). Successful applicants will work closely with a mentor of their choice for forty hours over a period of up to twelve months. Applicants can choose their mentors based on their location, areas of interest, qualifications, experience and preferred form of contact (face-to-face meetings, post, phone, or email). The program provides some assistance with travel costs for participants who prefer face-to-face meetings. The program is coordinated by Dr Anita Heiss, an author and holder of the ASA's Indigenous portfolio. Contact Jill Dimond Email jill@asauthors.org Tel 02 9318 0877 Website www.asauthors.org
Closing 11 August

BUNDANON TRUST ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM
Bundanon Trust was established in response to the generous vision of Arthur and Yvonne Boyd and receives the support of many organisations and individuals. The Trust's Artists in Residence program is located in Bundanon in the beautiful Shoalhaven region, 3 hours south of Sydney. Dedicated practitioners in all arts disciplines, including composition, performance, writing and the visual arts are invited to present proposals for the 2004 Artists in Residence program. Studio space and accommodation for up to 6 weeks is available at Bundanon. Contact Sonya Cochrane Tel 02 4423 0433 Email sonya@bundanon.com.au Website www.bundanon.com.au
Closing 18 August

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Seminars, Workshops, Training + Events

CREATIVE VOLUNTEERING - NO LIMITS
5 July - 16 December, New South Wales
Six nationally accredited, high quality, one-day workshops that focus on the day to day and practical challenges that face community-based organisations where volunteers do most of the work. A unique opportunity to develop new skills to ensure your group's long term success. Proving a hit, even amongst the old hands.

Don't miss out - it's not too late to register. Call Amy or Jenny at Regional Arts NSW Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 3. For more information, including a registration form, course descriptions and more, go to www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/projects/c-vol/c_vol.html.

TWO DECADES, PHOTOGRAPHY SYMPOSIUM
5 July, Albury
A Symposium presented in conjunction with the 2003 National Photographic Purchase Award.
Keynote speakers: Helen Ennis (Senior Lecturer, School of Art, Australian National University and Curator, In a New Light: Australian Photography 1850 2000 [National Library of Australia]), Francisco Fisher (Designer, Editor and Freelance Exhibition Consultant, currently working with Photo Technica), Robert Mcfarlane (Writer, Photographer and Critic, Sydney Morning Herald) and Glenn Sloggett (Inaugural Winner, 2001 John & Margaret Baker Memorial Fellowship for an Emerging Photographer). Artist¹s floor talk: Samantha Cashman, Denise Ferris, Tim Rowston, Glenn Sloggett, Marzena Wasikowska and Raimond de Weerdt. 10.30am - 3.30pm, Albury Regional Art Gallery.
Contact Rita Lazauskas (Curator/Public Programs) Tel 02 6051 3480

PACKING AND DOCUMENTATION FOR TRAVELLING EXHIBITIONS
11 July, Wagga Wagga
The Museums & Galleries Foundation, in partnership with the Museum of the Riverina, presents a half-day workshop aimed to provide some strategies for the packing of travelling exhibitions on a budget. Various techniques will be demonstrated with opportunities to test these out. Developing effective condition reports for travelling exhibitions will also be explored including a familiarisation with conservation technology and photographic overlays. Museum of the Riverina, cnr Morrow and Bayliss Streets, Cost is $28 full or $20 volunteers/students. Contact Aletha Mays (Programs Officer, MGF) Tel 02 9358 1760 Email programs2@mgfnsw.org.au Website mgfnsw.org.au/resources/Forms/Wagga1brochure.pdf

INDIGENOUS PROTOCOLS SEMINAR
24 July, Canberra
Protocols are appropriate ways of using Indigenous cultural material, and interacting with Indigenous people and their communities. They encourage ethical conduct and promote interaction based on good faith and mutual respect. Indigenous Protocols will be presented by Kerri McIlvenny, Senior Policy Officer, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Arts Board from the Australia Council. Kerri will discuss the new range of Indigenous Protocols that have been developed by the Australia Council. She will be joined by ACT Indigenous Arts Officer, Neville O'Neill. At the Canberra Museum and Gallery Theatre at 6:00pm. Contact Canberra Arts Marketing Tel 02 6257 4400 Email helen.drum@canberraarts.com.au

OZECULTURE 2003
30-31 July, Brisbane
The third annual OZeCulture conference of culture, new media and ebusiness, OZeCulture 2003: culture with byte!, will provide many opportunities - structured, informal and social - to hear about the latest experiences of use of the web by cultural organisations and artists and to meet and discuss developments with colleagues working in this exciting and crucial area. There are special discounts for registrants located in regional areas, in recognition of the high travel expenses involved. All you need to know at www.ozeculture.com or Tel freecall 1800 065 754.

THE RAVENNA TECHNIQUE - MOSAIC WORKSHOP
2- 3 August Tuntable Creek
Learn the Traditional Ravenna Method of mosaic execution using a temporary direct binder whilst creating a mosaic copy sampler of an original Roman inspired design. The focus is on the technique of mosaic production using a traditional Hammer and Hardie for cutting marble. Simple patterns will be provided and chosen for ease of execution while you learn this exciting method still practiced by Italian masters. Contact Scott at Mosaic Design Studio Tel 02 6689 1293 Email scott@shmosaic.com.

COFFS HARBOUR BUSKERS FESTIVAL
27 September - 4 October, Coffs Harbour
Five days and three nights of fabulous fun and laughter in the streets of Coffs Harbour. Performers include Mark Segal (from Scotland), Hilby (the skinny German juggle boy), Canada's amazing Fire Guy, Miss Talullah (also from Canada) and Sandman, Dennis Massoud, the internationally famous sand sculptor. This is a truly International event with over 50% international content.
Website www.btd-zyne.com/jle/busk.html

THE BELLINGEN GLOBAL CARNIVAL
3 - 5 October, Bellingen
One of Australia's most unique festivals presenting 3 days & nights of music performed on multiple stages & arenas. The Carnival has become well known for its great atmosphere & innovative program which includes high quality music, dance, electronica, theatre and visual arts of many nationalities now living in this country. It also presents some outstanding international guests. In 2003 the program will include an exciting element of staged and street theatre from some of Australia's finest performing artists. Website www.globalcarnival.com

HISTORIC BUILDINGS OF HILL END OPEN DAY
26 October, Hill End
The Hill End Open Day is a unique community fundraising opportunity offered by the Hill End & Tambaroora Progress Association to see inside eight historic buildings rarely open to the public. Hill End was a large goldmining boomtown in the 1870s with a population of thousands (& 28 pubs). It is now a small peaceful and picturesque village with around 120 residents who are proud to welcome visitors and provide a personal insight into their unique heritage. The open day includes Craigmoor House (c1875, one of the most significant historic houses in the state, if not the country), Ackermann Cottage (c1857), Hosie's Store (1872), La Paloma (c1860s), Murray's Cottage (home of Donald Friend 1947 - 1957), Haefliger's Cottage, Rose Cottage (c1850s), and St Paul's Church (1872). Tickets $25, $18 concession. Bookings essential. Contact Sheena Goodwin Tel 02 6337 8334.

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Resources

YOUTHARTS TOOLKIT
Originally designed as a print book to give arts agencies, juvenile justice agencies, social service organizations, and other community-based organisations detailed information about how to plan, run, provide training, and evaluate arts programs for at-risk youth, the YouthARTS Toolkit is now available online at www.americansforthearts.org/youtharts/index.asp.

REPORT ON QCAN AND YAQ CONTRACT NEGOTIATION EVENING
A report on the most recent Queensland Community Arts Network (QCAN) members' event prepared by QCAN member Katrina Devery and commissioned by QCAN for their website. The report covers the main points presented by our speakers, Jo Forsyth (Arts Law Centre of Qld), Chris Pye (freelance artsworker) and Steve Capelin (Team Leader, Social Action and Youth Team) and includes feedback from members who attended. (Please note: the report is for members' information and is not intended as a substitute for specific informed legal advice.) The report can be found at www.qldcan.org.au/shell/memberevent.html

ARTREACH - REGIONAL ARTS NSW MAGAZINE - ARE YOU ON THE LIST?
The June edition of the Regional Arts NSW quarterly magazine, ArtReach, features a number of stories about some of the unique community cultural development projects taking place around regional New South Wales. Many of the stories are now available for download in PDF from the Regional Arts NSW website at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/resources/artreach.html. Alternatively, if you are a community based arts organisation and you would like to be put on the ArtReach mailing list, please contact us and let us know who you are Tel 02 9247 8577 Email admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au.

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