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

CREATIVE VOLUNTEERING A WINNER!
Regional Arts Australia has won the prestigious South Australian Training Initiative Award 2003 for Creative Volunteering - No Limits! and is now being considered for a national award. The highly popular program has been a hit across regional Australia, offering nationally recognised training for regional volunteers working in the cultural sectors. ABS figures indicate most regional arts organisations are supported entirely by volunteers and this program aims to equip these volunteers with important skills. Workshops have been a huge success right across regional NSW, with courses still to come in Ballina, Bega, Cooma, Hay, Port Macquarie and Wagga Wagga. Courses cost just $25 each, so check out course descriptions and enrolment forms at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au or contact Amy at Regional Arts NSW Tel 02 9247 8577.

2003 NSW PREMIER'S HISTORY AWARDS SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED
A total of 18 works have been short-listed for the 2003 NSW Premier's History Awards, the most generous in Australia with a total of $90,000 prize money. This year marks the seventh presentation of the awards, with 221 titles competing for six $15,000 prizes in Australian history, general history, community and regional history, young people's history and an audio/visual category. The finalists for The Premier's Community And Regional History Prize are Erik Eklund for Steel Town: The Making and Breaking of Port Kembla (Melbourne University Press); Mary Anne Jebb for Blood, Sweat and Welfare - A History of White Bosses and Aboriginal Pastoral Workers (University of Western Australia Press); and Seamus O'Hanlon for Together Apart: Boarding house, hostel and flat life in pre-war Melbourne (Australian Scholarly Publishing). The Premier will announce winners at a presentation dinner on 15 October at Government House, Sydney.

NATIONAL ARCHIVES TO GO ONLINE
The historical archives of Australia will soon be accessible online with the establishment of The National Online Archival Network. The Council of Federal, State and Territory Archives (COFSTA) have appointed Phillip Dermody of Distant Communications Technologies to prepare a strategic plan for this exciting new project. For more information on this initiative, visit the website www.dcita.gov.au or call the Minister for the Arts and Sport, Senator Rod Kemp's media contact Richard Wise Tel 02 6277 7350 or 0438 204 554.

CALL FOR REGIONAL STORIES ON ABC RADIO NATIONAL - IT COULD BE YOU!
ABC Radio National's program, Bush Telegraph, is looking to hear from people aged between 8 - 108 years, who are living in regional or rural parts of Australia that want to have their say on ABC radio. If you're interested, you will be contributing to Bush Telegraph's 'Country Viewpoint' segment. This involves writing a 400 word script about anything to do with living in a regional area - it can be about ANYTHING, so long as it has a rural or regional perspective. The piece needs to be written the way you speak, so it sounds natural when it is recorded. If you're interested in writing and 400 words then recording them in your local ABC studio, contact Tara Vickers, Producer Bush Telegraph Tel 03 9626 1261 Email vickers.tara@abc.net.au

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Seminars, Workshops, Training + Events

AUSTRALIAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE ANNUAL CONFERENCE
7-8 October, Melbourne
"The Way Forward", the annual Australian Performing Arts Centre's Association annual conference is happening in Melbourne. The keynote address will be delivered by Phillip Adams, titled Towards a Cultural Vision for Australia. Other speakers include Rick Farley speaking on lobbying, Simon Longstaff from the St James Ethics Centre with a hypothetical, Senator the Hon. Rod Kemp, Jason Clarke andIan Melcalfe from Minds At Work for a bit of lateral thinking, Scott Rankin from BIG hART and much, much more. You don't need to be an APACA member to attend. Email admin@apaca.com.au Tel 02 4464 1718. Day registrations are available.

'MR BARBEQUE' REGIONAL TOUR
8 October Lismore City Hall
11-12 October Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre
Northern Rivers Performing Arts' (NORPA) presents a sizzling music theatre cabaret, 'Mr Barbeque'. Starring celebrated baritone, Lyndon Terracini, joined by composer Elena Kats-Chernin and five of Australia's finest musicians. 'Mr Barbeque' is a wild man, unafraid of fat or fire and a hero in his own backyard. With gags, snags and backyard humour, the barbecue is a metaphor for life in this very funny and entertaining music theatre performance. Contact Wendy Gava, NORPA, Tel 02 6622 0300 Email wendy@norpa.org.au Website http://www.norpa.org.au

AFRICAN SINGING WORKSHOP AND MUSIC CONCERT
19 October, 2pm, Kenna Hall, Orange
Orange's Ophir Tones Women's Chorus presents Valanga Khoza, magician, author and master storyteller, who will present African singing workshops from 2 - 5pm and an African Music Concert from 6 - 7.30pm. Tickets $20 for workshop and concert, $10/$8 for concert only available at the door. Contact Kristina Gottschall Email krisgottschall@justinternet.com.au

GROUP SCULPTURE EXHIBITION
Until 25 October 2003, Lismore
A revealing exhibition on show at Lismore Regional Gallery that looks at how five prominent local sculptors - John Stewart, Tony Nankervis, Les Dorahy, Kerry Selwood and Dennis Monks - have influenced each other over the last 30 years. Each of these five sculptors utilise different artistic mediums to convey their ideas. In the exhibition you can see how welded metal, carved wood, robust ceramics and experimental media are fashioned by skilled hands into artworks that explore themes such as model making, weathered surfaces, landscape, re-cycling and the ever popular "readymade" object.

FUND-RAISING DINNER FOR THE ART CENTRE
29 October at 6.00pm for 6.30pm Moruya TAFE
Chef Roger Bailey and his students will create an outstanding dinner especially for the Arts Council. Tickets $35.00 each. The dinner will feature amazing local entertainment as well as fantastic service and exquisite food. Contact Lisette Wentholt Tel 02 4478 8361 Email lisettewd@hotmail.com

IMBIBE - JAZZ AT THE HILL END FESTIVAL
1 November, 1-8pm, Hill End NPWS Visitors Centre grounds
The Hill End & Tambaroora Progress Association present Lillian Boutte (New Orleans), Galapagos Duck, George Washingmachine and Lee Guiness live in the grounds of the Hill End NPWS Visitors Centre Tickets $25, $20 concession, children under 16 free, available from Bathurst Ticketek 02 6333 6161 Website www.hillend.org

SIROCCO IN THE WARRUMBUNGLES
8 November , 5pm, Warrumbungle National Park, Coonabarabran
An open air concert featuring Sirocco and supported by DidjeriduDingo - funky enviro music, tribal and folk. Enjoy an evening of performance which reflects the spirit of the country. Program commences at 5pm with The Rainbow Show and Orbital Swing Band followed by Didges at Sunset and a Welcome to Kamilaroi Country with the feature artists performing from 7.30 until late. Pack a picnic tea or purchase a gourmet basket. Tickets $25 adult, $60 family, $18 concession; can be purchased on line. Contact Aileen Bell at Warrumbungle National Park, Tel 02 6825 4364 Website www. festivalofthestars.com and follow the program to Crooked Mountain Concert.

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Opportunities

INDIGENOUS ARTISTS WANTED FOR WESTERN SYDNEY PROJECT
The 'Warali Wali Project' (originally known as the Prospect Creek Aboriginal History Trail Project) involves the planning, design and installation of a series of interpretative artworks and markers along the Prospect Creek Cycleway. Proposed artworks shall explore the significance of the creek and its environs to the Local Aboriginal people, and be developed by artists of Aboriginal heritage. From commencement through to final completion, the project includes a comprehensive consultation process with local indigenous people and relevant Local Aboriginal Land Councils to ensure the process is community lead. Submissions from artists shall be assessed by the Arts Advisory Group to the project. The final selection of artists shall be made by the Warali Wali Project Working Party. Contact Louise McKenzie, the Landscape Design Officer of Fairfield City Council Tel 02 9725 0266 Mail PO Box 21 Fairfield NSW 1860 Fax 02 9609 3257 Email lmckenzie@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au
Closing 10 October

LOUD MOUTH FESTIVAL CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are required to assist in various roles for the Loud Mouth Festival, a cultural festival based around the voice. The festival will take place from 27 February - 7 March 2004 and is based in Newcastle and the Hunter Region. The Festival includes poplular and classical music, theatre, poetry, workshops and comedy. People are required to assist in coordinating community singing workshops and performances in local churches, technical support and general liaison. If you are interested in being part of this fantastic and varied event contact Nicole Charlesworth, Executive Officer Tel 02 4929 2064 Email info@loudmouth.com.au
Closing 30 October

NEXT WAVE FESTIVAL SHOWCASING EMERGING ARTISTS
The Next Wave Festival 2004 showcases the work of young emerging artists in a variety of art-forms including visual arts, dance, theatre, new media, film, music, text, community cultural development, sound art, video etc. For more information please contact Marcus Westbury Tel 03 9662 1099 Email marcus@nextwave.org.au Website http://nextwave.org.au
Closing 31 October

CIRCUS ARTISTS WANTED (VOLUNTEERS)
The All Star Circus is looking for performing artists, theatre designers and technicians to assist with the development of their circus program, run workshops between now and the end of 2003 and assist with a production in Jan 2004. All Star Circus is a children's/youth community circus program based in the Woodberry, Beresfield and Tarro communities (about half-way between Maitland and Newcastle). All Star Circus has over 170 members aged between 3 and 17 years old from a wide variety of backgrounds. Experience in working with diverse groups of children would be highly regarded. At this stage there will be no remuneration for artists, however, this will hopefully change in 2004. All artists will be required to undergo a working with children check. For further information please contact Alice Campbell Tel 02 4964 2174 Fax 02 4964 1148
No closing date

HOWLFEST, FEMALE ARTS FESTIVAL, NEWCASTLE
HOWLfest is five days of live music performed by women, workshops facilitated by women, and films, theatre, dance, spoken word and art written, performed and/or produced by women. HOWLfest aims to promote women who create original, independent work. This funky festival takes place in Newcastle from 28 Jan - 1 Feb 2004. If you are interested in being involved in any aspect of the festival, contact Lisa Tel 02 4929 2476 Email howlfest@hotmail.com
No closing date

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Employment

ADMINISTRATOR/CURATOR, BUNKER CARTOON GALLERY, COFFS HARBOUR
Salary up to $45 000 per annum
The Bunker Cartoon Gallery in Coffs Harbour is looking for a full time Administrator/Curator. The only gallery in Australia devoted solely to Black and White Art, The Bunker Cartoon Gallery has been developed over the past seven years with a strong community support base. Applications are being sought for a qualified person who has a degree in an appropriate arts field (or equivalent work experience), experience in arts management and the preparation and management of funding applications and the proficiency to use appropriate computer packages. All applications must contain a CV with references. Post to Bunker Cartoon Gallery, C/- Davies Knox Maynards, PO Box 525, Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450.
Closing 5 October

MUSIC TEACHER, TRINITY COLLEGE LISMORE
This is a permanent full-time position. Applicants must show a commitment to the Catholic ethos of the College as expressed by the Charisms of the Founders of the Marist Brothers and Presentation Sisters. Full details of the position and the College application form are available on the Website www.trinitylismore.com. Send applications to The principal Trinity Catholic College 1 Dawson St Lismore NSW 2480 Email smcarory@trinitylismore.com.
Closing 7 October

MUSIC TEACHER, BLUE MOUNTAINS GRAMMAR SCHOOL
The position is based in the Junior School at Wentworth Falls but also involves some teaching in the Senior School and at Valley Heights - one day per week. The School seeks a primary trained music specialist with drive, initiative and a commitment to quality teaching and learning. The four aspects of teaching at B.M.G.S. are academic, pastoral, co-curricular (activities outside the classroom) and spiritual. Active involvement in the professional development, co-curricular and pastoral care programmes are expected. All staff must be supportive of the Christian ethos of the School. The successful applicant will co-ordinate the various bands and choirs in Years 4 - 8 and will lead the music at Junior School Chapels and Wentworth Falls and Valley Heights. Send applications to The Principal Blue Mountains Grammar School Private Mail Bag 6 Wentworth Falls NSW 2782. Further information from Website www.bmgs.nsw.edu.au/employment/.
Closing 13 October

VISUAL ARTS TEACHER, XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL, ALBURY
Full and Part time teaching positions available with a combination of any of the following subjects: Visual Arts 7 - 12, Religious education, English, Science, Mathematics, History/Geography, French, DAT/TAS. Written applications with a resume, supporting documentation and the details of three referees are to be sent to: The Principal Xavier High School PO Box 518 Albury NSW 2640. Contact the Principal Tel 02 6040 6388, Fax 02 6025 7904, Email xhsprinc@albury.net.au.
Closing 15 October

EDITOR, GOULBURN POST, GOULBURN
Country non-daily award
The Goulburn Post, a tri-weekly publication, has a vacancy for an Editor who can engage the local community and inspire an editorial staff of six reporters. The job has excellent working conditions and the paper has a growing circulation. Contact John Thistleton Tel 02 4827 3500 Email manager.goulburnpost@ruralpress.com Website www.ruralpress.com
No closing date

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Grants, Fellowships + Residencies

INDIGENOUS ARTS GRANTS
The NSW Ministry for the Arts is providing grants with a maximum of $5000 to support and promote the arts of Aboriginal cultures and provide recognition of Indigenous artists as vital participants in cultural life. These are one-off grants which are intended for projects across a range of artforms. Contact Ms Margaret Minatel, Program Manager NSW Arts Freecall 1800 358 594 Tel 02 9228 5533 Fax 02 9228 4722 Email margaret@arts.nsw.gov.au Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au/WhatsNew
Closing 7 November

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL NEW WORK MUSIC GRANTS
The Australia Council is giving New Work grants to individuals, performing groups/ensembles and organisations in order to support one-off projects which involve the creation of new musical material or a creative project. There are two main types of New Work grants. These are emerging creative artists (composers, songwriters, arrangers) with five years or less professional experience or who consider themselves as still emerging for other reason and established creative artists for artists (composers, songwriters, arrangers) who have more than five years professional experience or who consider themselves to be established. Grants are generally directed towards professional fees and associated expenses such as on-costs and travel. Contact the Music Program Coordinator of the The Australia Council Freecall 1800 226 912 Tel 02 9215 9000 Fax 02 9215 9111 Email music@ozco.gov.au Website www.ozco.gov.au.
Closing 15 November

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL MUSIC - SKILLS AND ARTS DEVELOPMENT GRANTS
The Australia Council is distributing grants to support skills development for professional artists and artsworkers, and programs and services of organisations which contribute to the development of music practice in Australia. For established and emerging individuals and groups these may include mentorships between an emerging artist/group and an established artist/group (either party may apply); attendance at professional artist residencies, masterclasses or conferences; exchanges between regional and metropolitan-based artists and artsworkers; and professional development opportunities for instrument makers, musicians or artsworkers in Australia or overseas. Contact the Music Program Coordinator at The Australia Council Freecall 1800 226 912 Tel 02 9215 9000 Fax 02 9215 9111 Email music@ozco.gov.au Website www.ozco.gov.au
Closing 15 November

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL LITERATURE GRANTS
The Australia Council will be funding projects or partnerships that will result in substantial benefits to Australian literature in general or to a particularly targeted sector. The grant is for the projects of arts organisations which forge collaborative links between the literature sector and other artforms or organisations from outside the arts sector. Only organisations and those working in a confirmed partnership with an organisation may submit proposals. For information regarding specific objectives of the grant and application details, contact the Australia Council's Literature Program Coordinator Freecall 1800 226 912 Tel 02 9215 9000 Fax 02 9215 9111 Email literature@ozco.gov.au Website www.ozco.gov.au/literature/partner.html
No closing date, but please consult the program coordinator before applying.

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL PRESENTATION AND PROMOTION MUSIC GRANTS
The Australia Council is distributing grants to individuals, performing groups/ensembles/bands and organisations. These grants are given to support one-off projects that present, distribute and/or market quality music of any style and increase opportunities for all Australians to experience and participate in the arts. There are two types of Presentation and Promotion grants; recording project grants and other music project grants. For the recording project grants, such as CD recording, manufacture and distribution projects, applicants may receive up to 50% of the cost of any aspect of the process, up to a maximum of $7500. Other project grants cover gigs, concerts, tours within Australia, festivals, showcases, publications, and the marketing of quality music of any style. Contact the Music Program Coordinator at The Australia Council Freecall 1800 226 912 Tel 02 9215 9000 Fax 02 9215 9111 Email music@ozco.gov.au Website www.ozco.gov.au
No closing date, but please consult the program coordinator before applying.

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Competitions, Awards + Prizes

CORAKI TEA TREE ART PRIZE
The Coraki Tea Tree Art Prize is held 24-26 October in the Youth & Community Hall in Bridge Street Coraki. This highly acclaimed annual event has over $5000 in prizes, including $1000 Best in Show. Entry Forms are available now, contact Sharon Walker Tel 02 6683 2626 or Kate Welch Tel 02 6683 2325 Email corakinews@dodo.com.au
Closing 10 October

REACH OUT! NATIONAL WRITING COMPETITION
Reach Out! is an Internet-based service that helps young people get through tough times. It provides young people with access to anonymous information, support and referral 24/7. Reach Out! has teamed up with General Pants Co. and Havaianas in a national competition that's inviting young people to submit 300 words or less about what they do to relax, or the people places and things that help them to chill out. Winning entries will receive prizes from General Pants Co. and Havaianas. A selection of entries will also be featured as stories on the Reach Out! Website www.reachout.com.au
Closing 24 October

SYMPHONY AUSTRALIA YOUNG PERFORMERS AWARD
Entries are now open for the Symphony Australia Young Performers Awards 2004. This prestigious nationwide competition is open to instrumentalists under the age of 30 and offers outstanding soloists the chance to perform with Symphony Australia network orchestras, cash prizes and the launch of a solo career. For an information brochure and entry form contact the NSW/ACT YPA Coordinator Tel 02 9334 4679.
Closing 27 October

PATRICK WHITE PLAYWRIGHT'S AWARD
The Patrick White Playwright's Award is calling for entries. The Sydney Theatre Company and the Sydney Morning Herald will offer $20, 000 to a full length unproduced play written by an Australian playwright over 19 years of age. For entry forms Tel 02 9250 1700 Website www.artshub.com.au/view/jobs.asp?id=24771
Closing 24 November

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Resources

'FRANK' E-MAG FOR YOUNG WOMEN
There's currently not a lot on offer for young women. Most women's magazines spill over with diets, celebrities, consumerism, stereotypes, and 'glossy' supermodel ads. Frank is an ad-free, intelligent, thought-provoking e-magazine for young Australian women that encourages critical thinking, creativity, empowerment, and fun. To subscribe, just send an email to subscribefrank@youth2youth.com.au with the subject 'subscribe'. Contact Karen Miles, Director - Youth 2 Youth, Tel 02 9909 3998 Email karen@youth2youth.com.au Website www.youth2youth.com.au

'MUSEUM TREASURES' CD SERIES
Great for students, schools, libraries, museum professionals, tourists and anyone interested in culture and history, the 'Museum Treasures' CD series is a unique compilation of information on museums, historical societies, heritage buildings, art galleries and science centres around Australia. Each organisation on the CDs forms a separate chapter containing up-to-date information about its location and contact details, as well as inside material relating to its collections, exhibitions, future developments, maps, and wonderful pictures, many of which taken specifically for the purposes of 'Museum Treasures'. Contact Sylvia Adova, Co-ordinator, Tel 03 9370 1268 Email info@ciaonet.com.au Website www.museumcd.com.

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