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No less than 33 news stories, grants, prizes and other opportunities for all you arts and cultural types out there 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

NEW CENTRAL ORANA REGION ATTRACTS EXPERIENCED RADO FROM SA
Regional Arts NSW and the Central Orana Regional Arts Steering Committee are pleased to announce the appointment of Nina O'Brien as the inaugural Regional Arts Development Officer for the Central Orana region. Nina has extensive experience as a Regional Arts Officer and Gallery Director in South Australia. Apart from her regional arts experience, she has been an arts practitioner and arts project co-ordinator, and has worked in exhibition programming, venue management, events, and community development work. Read the full story at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au or click [here].

CREATIVE VOLUNTEERING - DON'T MISS OUT, PLEASE!
The schedule for the first round of Creative Volunteering workshops for NSW is out now and courses are starting very soon in some areas. The feedback from courses already underway in other states has been fantastic. As one Tasmanian participant said,

That was t he best workshop I have ever attended .... The rapport, networking, interaction, I have never experienced at a workshop before to this degree. I thoroughly recommend the style, content and tutor.

At only $25 per workshop (heavily subsidised by the Commonwealth Government), we hate to think you might miss out on this wonderful opportunity for your community organisation to develop the skills and networks that will ensure your long term success and growth. Check out the Regional Arts NSW website for everything you need to know (including a registration form). Fast link from the front page at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au.

INSURANCE - DO YOU NEED IT?
The NSW Department of Fair Trading no longer requires an organisation to take out public liability insurance in order to become incorporated. Does this mean that arts councils and other organisations affiliated with Regional Arts NSW no longer need to take out insurance? No, it does not. Read the full story at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au or click [here].

AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT TO GO AHEAD
Funding for phase II of the Regional Audience Development Specialists (RADS) Program for NSW was recently approved by the Audience and Market Development Division of the Australia Council. Applications for the position of Audience Development Officer are open now (see below). Read the full story at www.regionalartsnsw.com.au or click [here].

'FLICKS IN THE STICKS' REGIONAL CINEMA SEMINAR ON JUNE 21
The next Flicks on the Sticks seminar on community and regional cinemas in country New South Wales will be run on 21 June and the Montreal Community Cinema in Tumut. The seminar, which is organised by the New South Wales Film and Television Office, will provide practical information about running a regional cinema, including funding and resourcing, marketing and promotion techniques and technical details about projection and sound. Contact Brendan Smith Tel 02 9264 6400 Email smithb@fto.nsw.gov.au Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au

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Employment

LIBRARY MANAGER, MACQUARIE REGIONAL LIBRARY
Salary $46 - $53K per annum
Dubbo City Council is seeking a progressive and innovative qualified professional, with demonstrated success in library management, proven leadership ability, strong customer focus, good business skills and first class research skills for the Macquarie Regional Library. Contact Ray Amos, Director Tel 02 6884 7369. Call Barry Grady on 02 6881 4309 for an application kit. Website www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au
Closing 13 June

AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER, REGIONAL ARTS NSW (part time)
Salary $50 - $55K per annum (pro-rata)
Working at a state level, this exciting and challenging position calls for advanced skills in researching, planning and creating audience development strategies in collaboration with Regional Arts NSW staff, the network of Regional Arts Development Officers, Regional Arts Boards and affiliate groups. The role encompasses both one-to-one and group related skills development and the generation of key audience development tools for use in NSW regions. This is a three day a week position located at Regional Arts NSW in Sydney. Contact the Administrative Coordinator Tel 02 9247 8577 ext 3 Email admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au or download a position description [here].
Closing 16 June

BOX OFFICE SUPERVISOR CIVIC THEATRE, WAGGA WAGGA
Salary $34,870 to $38,354 per annum
Responsible for supervising the day to day running of the Box Office at the Civic Theatre and liaising with stakeholders. Duties will include liaising with hirers the general public and other Council Officers, designing of events and tickets, reconciliation of Box Office accounts, banking and general administrative duties as required. Contact: Kashi Cannings Tel 02 6926-9680 www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/council/positions_vacant.aspx
Closing 16 June

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Grants, Fellowships + Residencies

ARTSTART NORTHWEST REGION
Funding of between $500 and $2,000 is available for non-profit youth and community groups and organisations in the North West region for funds to support workshop programs for young people aged 12-24 years in a range of arts and cultural activities leading up to and during the ARTSTART 2003 NSW Youth Arts and Skills Festival ( September 14 to October 5). If you or young people in your area have an idea for a project or workshop but do not know a suitable provider, please contact Arts North West for a large list of workshop providers. Contact Arts North West Tel 02 67324988, Mobile 0409 814067, Email artsnw@northnet.com.au Website www.artsnw.com.au
Closing 30 June

FELLOWSHIPS AT VARUNA, THE WRITER'S HOUSE
Up to 25 fellowships may be awarded to writers who are engaged on a major project to work independently at Varuna for three weeks. Each residency offers accommodation, a private workspace, all meals and uninterrupted working time. Open to writers and playwrights at all stages of experience. Contact Inez Brewer, Writing Program Manager. Email varuna@varuna.com.au Tel 02 4782 5674 Website www.varuna.com.au
Closing 30 June

CONTEMPORARY MUSIC TOURING PROGRAM
Grants of up to $10,000 to support tours commencing on or after January 1, 2004. The program aims to develop viable touring opportunities within Australia for Australian musicians, and to increase audience access to live Australian contemporary music, particularly in rural and regional Australia. Open to performers, managers, agents, music organisations and music networks on behalf of professionals who perform original Australian contemporary music to tour within Australia. Contact The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts Tel 1800 819 461 (toll-free) Email music.touring@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au (search for 'music touring)
Closing 7 July

FESTIVALS AUSTRALIA
Funding for arts-based projects which enhance the cultural programs of regional and community festivals. Applications are sought from organisations which managed festivals for projects commencing from 1 January 2004. Contact The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts Tel 1800 819 461 (toll-free) Email festivals.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au (search for 'festivals australia')
Closing 15 July

PLAYING AUSTRALIA
Funding for performing arts touring. Applications are sought from performing arts presenters, touring organisations and companies planning tours commencing from 1 January 2004. Contact The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts Tel 1800 819 461 (toll-free) Email playing.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au (search for 'playing australia')
Closing 15 July

VISIONS OF AUSTRALIA
Funding to develop and tour exhibitions of cultural material throughout Australia. Applications are sought from cultural and community organisations for projects commencing 1 January 2004. Contact The Department of Communications, Information Technology and the Arts Tel 1800 819 461 (toll-free) Email visions.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au (search for 'visions of australia')
Closing 25 July

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Competitions, Awards + Prizes

THE 2003 HUTCHINS ART PRIZE
The Hutchins Art Prize is an acquisitive art prize for works on paper. Artists throughout Australasia may enter. Since its inception in 1997 the Prize has grown in stature and has become recognised as one of the leading awards of its genre in Australia. Contact John Ancher Tel 03 6221 4215 Email artprize@hutchins.tas.edu.au Website www.hutchins.tas.edu.au
Closing 27 June

SYDNEY MORNING HERALD YOUNG WRITER OF THE YEAR
Students in years 10-12, up to 21 years of age are required to submit an original short story between 700 to 1000 words. The work must be written during this year and can be based on any theme or topic. Fifteen regional finalists and their schools share in cash prizes and books. Tel 1800 628 011.
Closing 4 July

MEMENTO AWARDS
The Memento Awards aims to showcase fresh, contemporary, commercially-viable craft, art and design that reflects the character and spirit of Queensland and Australia. Memento 2003 includes five major award prizes worth $6,000. A new national award will be presented in 2003 for Best Australian Memento, open to entries Australia wide and sponsored by Australian Arts Enterprise. Website www.mementoawards.com
Closing 19 July

PLAY NOW/ACT NOW VIDEO+FILM FESTIVAL
Young filmmakers throughout NSW are being asked to produce challenging and creative five minute videos and films based on the theme of young people, alcohol and drugs. With the theme of Getting Smashed: young people, alcohol and drugs, this year's competition is open to all NSW residents between the ages of 18 and 25. There are three cash prizes totaling $17,500. Contact Katrina Beck Tel 02 9361 5318 Website www.playnowactnow.net.au
Closing 25 July

POPULAR FICTION COMPETITION
Australian Voices in Print and the NSW Writers' Centre's inaugural Popular Fiction Competition for an unpublished popular fiction manuscript by an unpublished author. Entrants must submit a synopsis that is a maximum of two A4 pages as well as the first three chapters. Contact the NSW Writer's Centre Tel 02 9555 9757 Email nswwc@ozemail.com.au Website www.nswwriterscentre.org.au/fictioncomp.html
Closing 1 August

2003 WALKOM MANNING ART PRIZE
The Walkom Manning Art Prize is currently inviting entries for this year's prize on the theme, 'Aqua Vitae: Water of Life'. The Acquisitive Prize will be awarded $5,000, and the remaining $5,000 will be divided between five winners in the categories of painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography and local artists. The acquired work will become part of the Greater Taree City Council Art Collection. Contact Jane Hosking, Assistant Director, Manning Regional Art Gallery Tel 02 6592 5455 Email mrag@tpgi.com.au Website www.regionalgalleries.nsw.gov.au/gallery/index.cfm?gallery=9&r=17
Closing 29 August

NAMBUCCA VALLEY OCTOBERFEST ART EXHIBITION
The exhibition is run by the Nambucca Valley Arts Council in conjunction with the Valley Art Group. Prizes total $5,000 and there is a champion prize of $1,200 plus prizes in all categories of painting and sculpture. Exhibition shown 3-10 October. Contact Mike Powlesland Tel 02 65695206 Email aepowles@midcoast.com.au
Closing 10 September

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Opportunities

VIBEWIRE CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
Vibewire is an online non-profit youth media portal which caters for young Australians, aged 16-30 and empowers them with opportunities to create, access and engage with their own media. Vibewire is seeking submissions for an exciting new project with SBS's Cornerfold Magazine. They need young writers to publish work online in a unique multimedia format and are calling for original short fiction or literary non-fiction. All writers chosen receive a base fee. Contact Gerald Roche, Email gedroche@hotmail.com Website www.vibewire.net
Closing 9 June

VIBEWIRE POET IN RESIDENCE PROJECT
The Vibewire Createwire Poet-in-Residence project is about discovering the best young and emerging poets in Australia, profiling their work and putting them in contact with each other and the wider word devouring community. It will present ten selected ten writers over the next ten months and aims to foster a period of sustained and innovative production for one writer per month, working with deadlines but with total creative freedom: for love, for cash, for fun. If you are aged between 16 - 30 and want to apply forward two examples of your best work to residentpoet@mail.com Website www.vibewire.net Tel 0407 368 721.
Ongoing

WORKSHORTS 2003 - FINAL CALL FOR SHORT ONE ACT PLAYS
Wollongong Workshop Theatre are calling for plays for the Workshorts season to be held in October 2003. All plays must run 25 minutes or less and have limited use of sets & props. Contact Peter Bloem (Producer) Tel 4224 4100 Email unity@1earth.net
Closing 13 June

YEAR OF THE OUTBACK PUBLICATION
The Year of the Outback 2002 people are producing a publication highlighting events from last year which will include a collection of reports on Year of the Outback events. The opportunity exists for groups to have their event report included. To submit your report for inclusion go to the website and fill in the form. Also sought are photos to go with your event listing. Photos can be sent by email or posted to The Australian Outback Development Consortium Ltd, c/o RNA Locked Bag 1010, Albion Qld 4010. Email outback2002@bigpond.com Website www.outbackevents.com/forms/1.html
Closing 30 June

AFFORDABLE ART SHOW, SYDNEY
The first Sydney Affordable Art Show will take place in the Royal Hall of Industries, Fox Studios from the 28th to 31st August 2003. The show aims to demystify the art world by offering visitors the opportunity to buy art in a relaxed and fun environment and at a price to suit every pocket. All art for sale is original, by living artists and under $5,000. The show is an opportunity for galleries to reach thousands of new consumers and a number of significant galleries are taking part. Stand costs range from $2,010 for 6m2 to $7,200 for 36m2. Contact Sally Averill, Single Market Events Tel 02 9358 9250 Website www.affordableartshow.com.au
Deadline 30 June

KALEIDOSCOPE FILM & MULTIMEDIA FESTIVAL
Call for short films or multimedia productions in any genre and on any format, to a maximum length of eight minutes including titles and credits. There are 14 prize categories. Entrants must be members of Screen Development Australia. Contact Katrina Beck Tel 02 9361 5318 Email kaleidoscope@metroscreen.com.au Website www.metroscreen.com.au
Closing 1 August

MULTICULTURAL PERFORMERS FOR COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
Artists from all media are required to perform/display at the festival and/or run workshops in the weeks/months leading up to the festival which will be held on Sunday 19th October in Newcastle. Contact Barbara-Rose Townsend Tel 02 4929 5880 Email maoecc@optusnet.com.au
Closing 1 October

ADELAIDE FRINGE FESTIVAL 2004
The Adelaide Fringe Festival, which runs February 20 to March 14, 2004, is calling for expressions of interest from artists and performers. The Fringe aims to encourage participants and audiences to approach the arts with a feeling of spontaneity and willingness to take a risk. While it recognises that involvement may not deliver financial profits for many artists, benefits include a raised profile, the opportunity to develop and extend networks, and the experience of taking part in a frenzy of arts activities across Adelaide. Website www.adelaidefringe.com.au.
Closing 3 October

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Seminars, Workshops, Training + Events

2003 AUSTRALIAN COPYRIGHT COUNCIL SEMINAR ON MORAL RIGHTS
27 June 2 - 3:30pm, Sydney
Topics include: When should an author be attributed?; What is derogatory treatment?; Differing treatment for employees and freelancers; Special rules for film; Moral rights in practice; Advice for authors and Advice for users of copyright material. Contact Australian Copyright Council Tel 02 9699 3247 Website www.copyright.org.au

BYRON BAY WRITERS FESTIVAL
31 July - 3 August, Byron Bay
Everything from dinners and lunches to interviews and panel discussions with the cream of the Australian writers. Contact Northern Rivers Writers' Centre Tel: 02 6685 5115 Website www.byronbaywritersfestival.com.au

OZECULTURE 2003: CULTURE WITH BYTE!
Brisbane Powerhouse, Brisbane, 30 - 31 July 2003
The third annual OZeCulture Conference of culture, new media and eBusiness. With an expanded program now confirmed, regional registrants are strongly encouraged to take advantage of significantly reduced registration prices by booking before 13 June. (This applies to those who live more than 200km from the GPO). International keynote speakers are Lyn Elliot Sherwood and Sara. There are sessions on interactivity; broadband, creative industries and the digital economy, e-business, online learning, the digital preservation of culture, heritage online and more. Contact Tel 1800 065 754 Website www.ozeculture.com.
Earlybird registration closes 13 June

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Resources

AUSTRALIAN GUIDE TO CAREERS IN MUSIC
A new book from the Music Council of Australia that looks at careers in music from an Australian perspective by Michael Hannan. The Australian Guide to Careers in Music delves into the full range of career choices and different avenues available including composition, performance, audio production, instrument making, broadcasting, management, retail, teaching, writing and music therapy. Complete with a list of Australian Universities, TAFE and private music courses, this guide is a reference for both students and music professionals. Available from UNSW Press for $59.95 Tel 02 9664 0915 Website www.unireps.com.au.

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