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

AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS & THE ARTS
In a recent article on Dramatic Online Terry Cutler pointed out that one way we publicly show what we value as a community is through our national honours, arguing that the increase in awards given for arts is an indication of the increased value Australians place in the arts. According to Cutler's analysis, the arts held a 2% share of the recent Australian honors, with "real artists" (as opposed to arts administrators) faring well in their own right. Read the full article at www.dramaticonline.com/do3/news/news.asp?Id=32959

Special congratulations go out from Regional Arts NSW to those who received Australia Day honours from across regional NSW:

• Edwin, HABERFIELD of Kempsey for service to country music (OAM)
• John Charles KRUMMEL of Gosford for service to the art, particularly through the Marian Street Theatre (OAM)
• Dr Paul PAVIOUR of Goulburn for service for music (OAM)
• Betty WILSON of Orange for service to the community, particularly through the Country Women's Association (OAM)

Anybody can nominate a person who has made an outstanding contribution to the community for an award within the Order of Australia. Why not help increase the recognition for regional arts practitioners in the national honours by nominating someone you know in your local community who has made a significant contribution in the field of arts and culture? Someone from your local arts council, community arts or other cultural group, a volunteer or a local artist? Nomination forms are available from the Australian Honours Secretariat Tel 1800 552 275 24 Website www.itsanhonour.gov.au/about/how_to_nominate.html

NEW RAA REGIONAL ARTISTS ONLINE CONTACT BOOK
The new Regional Arts Australia website at www.regionalarts.com.au includes online Contact Book for artists and artsworkers from across regional Australia and entries are now sought. Promote your talents, skills and services to the regional arts community, network, find an artist for your project. For more information see www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/news/raa_online_contact_book_30-1-03.html.

OZCO CCDB TO HOLD ADVOCACY INFORMATION SESSIONS IN REGIONAL NSW
The Community Cultural Development Board (CCDB) of the Australia Council for the Arts will host information sessions and client meetings this year in Wagga Wagga, Young, Griffith, Sydney, Newcastle and Broken Hill. Open to everyone, the sessions will be of most interest and benefit to first-time applicants and to those who are not familiar with the CCDB. Program Staff from the CCDB will give an overview of the Australia Council, and in particular, the CCDB and its grants categories. Client Meetings are specifically for individuals or groups who have a reasonably developed project idea and intend on making an application to the Board in 2003. For more information or to make an appointment, contact Tracy De Sylva Tel 02 9215 9029, Toll Free 1800 226 912 Email t.desylva@ozco.gov.au .
Monday 24 February, Wagga Wagga, Historic Council Chambers
Tuesday 25 February, Young, Young Town Hall
Wednesday 26 February, Griffith, Senior Citizens' Recreational and Community Centre
Monday 10 March, Sydney, Australia Council for the Arts (information session only)
Friday 14 March, Newcastle, Newcastle City Hall Function and Conference Centre
Monday 17 March, Broken Hill, West Darling Arts meeting room, first floor Town Hall Facade

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Grants, Fellowships + Residencies

VOLUNTEER SMALL EQUIPMENT GRANT
Funded through the Stronger Families and Community Strategy, these grants help volunteers in Australian community organisations by providing funding for equipment. Applications are assessed against priority criteria. Priorities include organisations whose work helps to rebuild families and communities after disasters including drought and bush fires and groups with small budgets, limited funding and a higher volunteer to paid staff ratio. Up to $5,000 available for community organisations. Contact the Department of Family and Community Services Toll-free 1800 018 312 Website www.facs.gov.au/sfcs
No closing date

FESTIVALS AUSTRALIA
The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts, through Festivals Australia is offering support to projects which add to the quality and diversity of the arts and cultural programming of a festival. Projects must promote greater cultural awareness; support celebrations of place and promote a sense of community identity; focus on the needs of regional and remote Australian communities and stimulate economic benefits to communities. Funds are available to assist in the presentation of a specific arts and cultural project that not otherwise be financially possible for the festival. For further information contact The Program Officer, Festivals Australia Freecall 1800 819 461 Tel 02 6271 1661 Email festivals.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au
Closing 17 February

NSW MINISTRY FOR THE ARTS - PERFORMING ARTS TOURING
The purpose of the Performing Arts Touring Program is to bring to the people of regional NSW professional performing arts of the highest quality. There are various funding categories including Tours, Music Tours and Infrastructure Support. Two rounds are available, Round One- no financial limit for assistance, Round Two- up to $25,000.00. For further information contact Victoria Owens, Program Manager, NSW Ministry for the Arts Tel 02 9228 5533 Freecall 1807 358 594 Email victoria@arts.nsw.gov.au
Closing 28 February

THE MYER FOUNDATION - WATER AND THE ENVIRONMENT GRANTS
This grant provides support to initiatives that seek to improve the sustainable use of inland, estuarine and coastal waterways; advocate policy and behavioral changes which improve water resources, maintain biodiversity, avert salinity and enhance water quality; and enable communities to participate effectively in discussions about water use, empowering them to provide long term solutions to their problems. Contact Irene Ruty, Office Manager The Myer Foundation Tel 03 9207 3040 Email irene@myerfounadtion.org.au Website www.myerfoundation.org.au
Closing 28 February

ST GEORGE FOUNDATION
Providing support to charitable organisations throughout Australia to help them assist children and young people with disabilities to participate in innovative programs that enrich their life experience. Minimum grants of $2,500 to organisations. Contact Selina Wisdom, Foundation Administrator St. George Bank Tel 02 9952 2298 Website www.stgeorge.com.au/about/foundation/about_foundation/
Closing 28 February

BEAT GRAFFITI GRANTS SCHEME 2002-03
The Crime Prevention Division of the NSW Attorney General's Department is currently accepting applications for its Beat Graffiti Grants Scheme for 2002-03. Funding of up to $15,000 is available. Categories include Graffiti in Schools, Aboriginal Art and Reconciliation, Community Pride and Graffiti and the Community. Contact Marian Cabrera, Project Officer Tel 02 9228 8624 General Enquiries Tel 02 9228 8307 Website www.graffiti.nsw.gov.au
Closing 28 February

APRA MUSIC GRANTS 2003
Each year Australasian Performing Rights Association offers funding to projects and organisations that promote the use and recognition of music by APRA members. Contact Sally Howland, Director Member Services at APRA Tel 02 9935 7900 Website www.apra.com.au
Closing 30 April

FTO INDUSTRY AND AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT GRANTS NSW
The NSW Film and Television Office is offering funding in support of projects and initiatives that develop and encourage an innovative and sustainable environment for film, television, and new media practice occurring in NSW. Initiatives and projects supported by the FTO's program fall under two categories:
Industry Development - professional and skills development, conferences, workshops etc. for established and emerging artists; and Audience Development - for activities such as festivals, screenings, forums, touring programs etc. Contact the FTO Tel 02 9264 6400 Email iad@fto.nsw.gov.au Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au
Closing 5 May

ANAT CONFERENCE AND WORKSHOP FUND
Applications are now open for the Australian Network for Art and Technology (ANAT) Conference and Workshop Fund. Available to ANAT members, it is a quick response fund which provides financial support for artists to attend national and international events. Applicants are notified within two weeks. Details about ANAT membership and Conference and Workshop application forms available on the website www.anat.org.au.
Closing date last day of every month

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Competitions, Awards + Prizes

R & M McGIVERN ART PRIZE
This award promotes artistic excellence in watercolour, oil and acrylic painting. The winning work will be acquired by Maroondah City Council. The Award is held in conjunction with the Maroondah Winter ArtsFest, encouraging and supporting artistic development. Entries must depict the theme of 'The Four Elements- Earth, Water, Fire & Air. Total prize pool $13,000.00. Exhibition held 3 July to 2 August. For further information Tel 03 9298 4545
Closing 17 April

ROS BOWER AWARD
This Award recognises the distinguished effort in fostering and furthering the philosophies and principles espoused by Rosalie Bower, founding director of the Australia Council's Community Arts Board, precursor to the Community Cultural Development Board. $40,000.00 is awarded to an individual artist or arts worker. Nominations accepted from organsisations and individuals. Artists or arts workers may not nominate themselves. Selection based upon nominee's commitment and dedication to community cultural development, artistic leadership, and innovative contributions to extending the range and scope of community cultural development. Contact the CCDB, Australia Council Tel 02 9215 9029 Email ccd@ozco.gov.au Website www.ozco.gov.au/ccd
Closing 21 April

THE GOONDIWINDI ASPECTS ART SHOW
A popular annual event in the Goondiwindi community, the exhibition attracts over 200 entries in 11 sections and offers prize money totaling $15,000($10,000 in Acquisition Prizes). The show represents a diverse cross-section of traditional based work as well as contemporary and conceptual pieces covering all mediums. New section this year with the theme Real Life Human Form. Further details are as follows. Other Sections: Open - (any medium, any subject), Local, Watercolour, Drawing or Graphics, Print, Traditional, Miniature, Real Life Human Form, 3D- Open, Junior 18yrs & under, Junior 12 yrs & under. Contact Margot Hawker Tel 07 46761 286 Website www.users.bigpond.com/goondiwindiarts
Closing 28 April

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Opportunities

TIME_PLACE_SPACE 2
21 September - 5 October, CSU, Wagga Wagga
Expressions of interest now sought from artists working across disciplines, cultures, and/or mediums to participate in Time_Place_Space 2, a workshop which aims to challenge, invigorate and strengthen hybrid arts practice in Australia, with a strong emphasis on performance. The workshop will be facilitated by national and international practitioners, and will encompass collaborative, conceptual development of participant-initiated projects; skills-based development in relation to screen, sound and dramaturgy; and lectures, conversations and debates. Participants will be provided with the full training program, access to technical facilities and studio space, accommodation and subsidised catering. Cost: $900/$500 Expressions of interest should include a 500-word statement addressing why you are interested in participating; the conceptual framework for a project in the initial stages of development, CV, support material and two referees. For further information and the selection criteria, contact the Project Manager, Julieanne Campbell Tel 02 9698 7235 Email tps@performancespace.com.au.
Closing 28 February

CALL FOR OZECULTURE CONFERENCE PAPERS
The third annual OZeCulture conference of culture, new media and ebusiness, OZeCulture 2003: culture with byte!, will take place in Brisbane at the Brisbane Powerhouse from 29 - 31 July 2003. The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts invites submissions of papers covering all aspects of the use of digital media and the Internet to produce, promote and distribute cultural products and services. Proposals must include a 100 word abstract of the paper, with a brief resume and the names and contact details of two people who are familiar with the project/work. Presentations may include artists or arts organisations presenting examples of their work utilising digital media or the Internet. Contact Sheena Ireland Tel 02 6271 1383 Email ozeculture@dcita.gov.au Website www.ozeculture.com.
Closing 14 March

INDIGENOUS ARTIST TENDER
The Indigenous Program of Community Cultural Development New South Wales is looking for an artist to submit a single or series of image(s) to illustrate its Indigenous Protocols Booklet. The Indigenous Program Manger has been in consultation with the Indigenous community for the past year to develop a set of guidelines to assist the wider community in working with, and communicating with the Indigenous community in Western Sydney. CCDNSW is offering a $500 licence fee for the non-exclusive use of the artwork as the key design element in the publication, the CCDNSW website, and for use in promoting it. For further information contact Angelina Hurley Indigenous Program Manger Tel 02 9821 2210 Email Angelina@ccdnsw.org.

ABORIGINAL ILLUSTRATORS WANTED
Magabala Books, a national Indigenous publishing company located in Broome, Western Australia. Magabala Books seeks portfolios from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander book illustrators and cartoonists-all artwork will go into a database and artists will be considered for forthcoming titles. Artists must send at least three samples of their work (laser copies only, do not send originals), with a cover letter and contact details to Managing Editor, Magabala Books
PO Box 668, Broome WA 6725 Email ruth@magabala.com

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS - PEOPLE BEFORE BUREAUCRACY
A national summit on government and social renewal for policy makers, community and business leaders, civil society organisations and leaders in government. Canberra 22-23 May 2003, presented by Cape York Partnerships and the Social Entrepreneurs Network. With Senator the Hon Amanda Vanstone, Noel Pearson, Alistair Mant of the UK. Submissions on the topics of Civic Entrepreneurship, Joined-Up Solutions and Social Renewal in the form of Case Studies, Tools and Action Plans are currently sought. Early bird Registration before 28 February. Associated events include Indigenous Social Enterprise Strategy Forum, Wednesday 21 May, 10.00am - 5.00pm Canberra. Contact Vern Hughes, Social Entrepreneurs Network Email vern@sen.org.au Website www.sen.org.au/events/1038888790_24432.html
Closing 1 March for submissions of Case Studies in Civic Entrepreneurship.
Closing 1 April for submissions of Tools for the Civic Entrepreneur.
Closing 1 May for submissions of Draft Action Plans.

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Resources

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL YOUNG PEOPLE FOR THE ARTS POLICY
The Australia Council released its first policy for Young People and the Arts policy on 1 January 2003. You can access it on line or obtain a hard copy from the Australia Council. Website www.ozco.gov.au/resources/youth/index.htm Email youngpolicy@ozco.gov.au

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Employment

MANAGER, BATHURST MEMORIAL ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE
Salary $50,895 - $53,625 pa.
Responsible for the management of the Centre and its activities: leading a small staff, promotion, budget management, obtaining sponsorship and grants, development and retention of audiences, selection of an appropriate subscription season and advice on the Centre's direction. For an information package including job description and application form contact Amanda Bennett, Bathurst City Council Tel 02 6333 6257
Closing 7 February

REGIONAL SERVICES OFFICER, Museums & Galleries Foundation of NSW
Salary $35,000-$40,000 pa
The regional services team provides services and undertakes projects to benefit museums and galleries in regional NSW and outer metropolitan Sydney, including training and the provision of advice and information on museological policy, issues and technical matters. The Regional Services Officer would be required to undertake some travel within NSW which includes presentation and organisation of workshops. This is a maternity leave position. For information contact Kristin Anderson, Information and Administration Officer Tel 02 9339 9900, Freecall 1800 114 311 (regional NSW) Email admin2@mgfnsw.org.au Website www.mgfnsw.org.au/resorces/General/RegionalServices2003.pdf.
Closing 14 February

ART GALLERY DIRECTOR, COWRA ART GALLERY (COWRA SHIRE COUNCIL)
Salary package $52,000 (inc super)
Responsible for the management of all aspects of the day to day operation of the Cowra Art Gallery involving exhibition coordination, curatorial work, marketing, promotions, policy development and implementation, as well as pursuing potential opportunities for the local Art Gallery Collection.
The position is for a fixed term of three years, working 35 hours per week from Monday to Sunday. For the Information Pack contact Lee Petty Tel 02 6340 2006
Closing 14 February

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Seminars, Workshops, Training + Events

SYNERGY - ART, HEALTH AND DESIGN
2 - 5 February, Sydney
The first of its kind to be held in Sydney, Synergy 2003 is an international forum for sharing and further developing the critical debate in the field of art, design, and culture in the context of health and wellbeing, with speakers and delegates from around the world. Six satellite arts/health exhibitions will also be held in conjunction with the event. Limited sponsorship to cover registration fees is available for disadvantaged delegates, including people living in regional, rural and remote NSW. Offered to those attending all four days of the conference only, sponsorship will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Contact Marily Cintra Fax 02 9828 6318 Email marily.cintra@placemaking.com.au Website www.placemaking.com.au

INDIGENOUS PROTOCOLS WORKSHOP
10 February, 9.00am-5.00pm, Casula
The Indigenous Program of Community Cultural Development NSW is holding a community workshop on its Indigenous Community Protocols Project, with a panel of speakers discussing a variety of issues regarding Indigenous protocols and working with Indigenous communities. Members of Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities are invited to attend and participate in this FREE workshop. To RSVP contact Angelina Hurley, Indigenous Program Manager, CCDNSW Tel 02 9821 2210 Email angelina@ccdnsw.org. Please provide advance notice if assistance with transport is needed.

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS
The Hunter Writers Centre are holding a series of workshops on object based writing to compliment the Newcastle Regional Museum's new permanent exhibition How Shall We Live?, looking at objects in the collection. These workshops will be run by experienced and award-winning local writers, with a selection of workshop participants being chosen to attend a master class with award-winning author Marion Halligan. Cost is $15.00. For bookings Tel 02 4974 5300 or 4940 0003
Monday 10 February, Newcastle Library 4pm - 7pm
Tuesday 11 February, Maitland Library 4pm - 7pm
Thursday 13 February, Charlestown Library 4pm - 7pm

PROMOTING YOUR COLLECTION: USING SIGNIFICANCE ASSESSMENT TO MARKET YOUR ORGANISATION
28 February, 9.30am-4.15pm, Finley
Presented by: MGF in partnership with Berrigan Shire Council. This workshop looks at your collection as an asset to market your organisation to visitors, gain your community support, improve grant applications and raise your profile with local government. Key grants for museums will be highlighted as well as strategies for improving applications. Venue Finley RSL, Tocumwal Street. Cost $49/$32/$25. Contact: MGF Tel 9358 1760, freecall 1800 114 311 Email regional2@mgfnsw.org.au Website www.mgfnsw.org.au/resources/Forms/Finleybrochure.pdf

ARMIDALE WOMEN'S COMEDY FESTIVAL
14-16 March, Gala Comedy Show 15 March, Armidale
Stars Jackie Loeb, Sue-Ann Post, Denise Scott, Monica Dullard, Merri-May Gill, the Older Women's Network Theatre Group, as well as 25 regional comedians, dancers and singers.
The Festival opens Friday 16 March with Merri-May Gill and Mardi Cook at the Armidale Ex-Services Memorial Club. The Gala Comedy Show happens Saturday 15 March at the University of New England. The Festival closes Sunday 16 March with The Last Laff, open microphone and comedy music fringe event at the Wicklow Hotel's Alfresco Café. Tickets to the Gala Show are just $25/$18/Groups of 10 $22 each, and for the Merri-May Gill & Mardi Cook Show just $15/12. Available from the organisers, Cathy Welsford and Angie Smith Email cathy.welsford@det.nsw.edu.au or asmith1@metz.une.edu.au, Tel 02 6776 4137 or 02 6773 3676 (business hours) or 02 6778 5056 (after hours).

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