RANSW e-Bulletin 10-02-04

Welcome your second free! Regional Arts NSW e-Bulletin for 2004 - made possible with funding from the Australian Government's Regional Arts Fund (see below).

This bulletin contains no less than 40 news stories, grants, prizes and other opportunities for arts and cultural types in regional and rural NSW.

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NEW CONSERVATORIUM OPENS IN THE UPPER HUNTER
Congratulations to the Upper Hunter Conservatorium of Music. Like many building projects, there were many challenges, but students were officially welcomed into the new building on 2nd February. The Con's ever-blossoming program now includes drama classes, a winter recital series, two orchestras and individual tuition. Congratulations to all the staff, students and board members.

From the Arts Upper Hunter newsletter, Arts Bark. Find out more about that here.

TENTERFIELD CINEMA TAKES OFF
The latest chapter in the success story that is the great regional cinema revival in New South Wales is set in Tenterfield where the new community cinema opened in January. Reports have come in today of takings of over $25,000 and a profit of $10,000 in the first month of operations. Congratulations to all!

BETTER FUTURES REGIONAL STRATEGY FOR YOUTH
The 'Better Futures Regional Strategy' is an initiative from the NSW Cabinet Office to promote opportunities for young people to participate in their communities. It aims to achieve better outcomes for young people in NSW by helping to develop a greater understanding of the risk and protective factors for young people (such as their social connectedness and their connection to school) and improving how communities and services support young people and respond to their needs. For more information ontact The Office of Children and Young People, Cabinet Office Email ocyp@mail.cabinet.nsw.gov.au Website www.youth.nsw.gov.au.

NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK 2004
27 March - 4 April
Held in every State and Territory across Australia. For everything you need to know about Australia's celebration of young people, including events, competitions, free stuff and chatrooms, check out the website, where you can also subscribe to a free email update for National Youth Week 2004. Website www.youthweek.com

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF LISMORE REGIONAL GALLERY
Until 27 March
Lismore Regional Gallery celebrates its historic 50th anniversary in February 2004 with an exhibition of prominent artworks from the Permanent Collection. Mayor of Lismore, Merv King said: "This is an opportunity to reflect on all the great work that has been done by the many artists, volunteers and staff who have made a contribution to the Gallery. It is also a time to look to the future and for people to get involved with the proposed Art in the Heart cultural precinct project." A limited edition catalogue detailing important moments in the Gallery's history will be available. Contact Darren Jones, Lismore Regional Gallery, Tel 02 6622 2209 Email Darren.Jones@lismore.nsw.gov.au

AUTRALIAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA INSTRUMENTAL PROGRAMS
Various locations, regional NSW
The Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO) will present six weekends of intensive instrumental programs across the state in 2004 targeting talented young local musicians in Broken Hill, Coffs Harbour and Grafton. Local young musicians have the opportunity to receive instruction by professional musicians from the Adelaide and Sydney Symphony Orchestras and from the acclaimed ensemble, Southern Cross Soloists. They will also be motivated by some of the finest emerging musicians in the country - AYO's String Quartet and Wind Quintet. The program aims to motivate, inspire and develop the skills of young musicians living in regional areas who are not able to access similar programs in metropolitan centres. Providing performance opportunities for young musicians in their own community, each program culminates with a public performance featuring local, AYO and professional musicians in a combined ensemble. Contact Alison Harbert, AYO, Tel 1300 668 500 Website www.ayo.com.au

AYO String Quartet
Sunday 22 February, Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery, 3pm, Broken Hill
Sunday 21 March, Bunker Cartoon Gallery, 3:30pm, Coffs Harbour
Friday 14 May, Novatel Hotel, 6pm, Coffs Harbour

AYO String Quartet with local string musicians
Sunday 25 April, performance as part of the REGEN Festival, Broken Hill

AYO Wind Quintet
Sunday 26 September, Clarence Valley Regional Conservatorium, 3pm, Grafton

AYO Wind Quintet with local wind and brass musicians
Sunday 31 October, venue details TBC, Grafton

THE 9TH CAMDEN HAVEN MUSIC FESTIVAL
31 March - 4 April
Set in an unspoiled and beautiful corner of the Greater Port Macquarie region, the Camden Haven Music Festival will feature William Barton & Tektonica (didgeridoo + string quartet), Duo Corda (harp +piano), Latin Jazz band Tigramuna, Oscar and Marigold, and the recently formed wind and brass group, the Port Macquarie-Hastings City of the Arts Ensemble. The Camden Haven Festival Ensemble, a mini orchestra of Sydney Symphony Orchestra musicians under the direction of the festival's Artistic Director, violinist Goetz Richter, has been formed especially for the festival. There will also be free performances by two visiting ensembles from the Sydney Conservatorium, who will play in galleries, cafes, libraries and open spaces across the region. Festival brochures will be available soon. Contact the festival co-ordinator, Alvena Ferguson Tel 02 6556 9622 Email wirrabarra@tsn.cc.

SURREAL AND VISIONARY ART EXHIBITION
18 March - 18 April, Manning Regional Gallery, Taree
The Manning Regional Gallery is exhibiting art works from the international post-war movement of 'surreal and visionary' art. Artists include H.R.Giger (Switzerland), Ernst Fuchs (Austria), David Becker (USA), and Neil Moore (Italy). The opening celebration will take place on 20 March. Contact Sue Mitchell 02 6592 5455 Fax 02 6592 5450 Website www.gtcc.nsw.gov.au

SHAKESPEARE ON AVON FESTIVAL
14 - 15 May, Gloucester
The Newcastle theatre group, Shakespeare et al, will be returning to Gloucester to present the play The Merry Wives of Windsor. On both Friday and Saturday there will be a dinner at 6.30pm featuring a two-course meal that features locally grown produce. Saturday's matinee session will include market stalls, jesters, jousters, music, food, wine and more. The Gloucester Players, GACCI, will present a short one-act play as part of Saturday's fair entertainment. Bookings required for all performances. Contact Gloucester Visitor Information Centre Tel/Fax 02 6558 1408 Email glosinfo@tpg.com.au Website www.gloucester.org.au

SAMAG PRESENTS DROITE DE SUITE: BONUS OR BURDEN?
23 February, Sydney
Legislation for a resale royalty scheme, or Droite de suite, may soon go before Parliament. It proposes to return a percentage of the sales price of a work of art to the original creator when the artwork is resold. Some view the scheme as providing welcome income for artists, but others argue that it will depress prices on the art market. SAMAG presents speakers on both sides of the debate. Cost $5/$10 non-members. Pay at the door. RSVP by 19 February to Jaclyn Booton, SAMAG Coordinator, Tel 02 8250 5722 Email info@samag.org

2004 GRASSROOTS EMPOWERMENT (GEM) CONVENTION FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
16 - 20 February, University of Sydney
The 2004 GEM Convention is designed for those compassionate youths that want to make a difference in their community, but do not know where to start. Gain the skills, the resources, the knowledge and the networks necessary to set up a community service project in your local area. Become part of a strong international youth network and meet like-minded passionate young people from all over the world. Develop close contacts with prominent Non-Government Organisations (NGOs), such as Amnesty, Rotoract, Friends of the Earth and Oxfam. Nine workshops over the three days. Contact Leah Tel 02 9460 9570 Mob 0403 140 322 Email HR@geminc.org.au Website http://www.geminc.org.au

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY BREAKFAST
6 March, Bowral
Hosted by Southern Highlands Regional Gallery, the breakfast will feature keynote speakers, Anna Griffiths, winner of the 2003 Meroogal Women's Arts Prize and Kris French, senior lecturer, Botany at the University of Wollongong. Old Bowral Town Hall/Library. Cost $25.00 Bookings and pre-payment essential. Tel 02 4883 9204

SYDNEY CLIENT MEETINGS - OZCO NEW MEDIA ARTS BOARD
17 - 18 March, Sydney
Client meetings are an opportunity for prospective applicants to discuss your specific projects and how to apply for support through the Council's grant categories. Council staff will conduct client meetings - which are to be arranged by appointment only - on Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 March, 9.30am to 5.30pm at the Australia Council, 372 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills, NSW. Contact Nina Stromqvist Tel 02 9215 9116 Freecall 1800 226 912 Email n.stromqvist@ozco.gov.au

CALL FOR HIRE PROPOSALS - SBW STABLES THEATRE
Griffin Theatre is now considering proposals for hire of the SBW Stables Theatre, 10 Nimrod Street, Kings Cross from 24 May - 19 June and from 21 June - 17 July. Theatre rental is $2,200 per week (Monday to Saturday) and $440 per day (Sundays). All proposals will be considered by the new Artistic Director, David Berthold, and slots will be allocated by 19 March. Griffin is particularly seeking proposals that recognise the theatre's commitment to new Australian Theatre. Fully outlined production proposals should be sent to 13 Craigend Street, Kings Cross 2011. Contact 02 9332 1052 Email info@griffintheatre.com.au.
Closing 5 March

SCULPTURE BY THE SEA 2004 - CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Sydney
Are you looking for a foot in the door or just a bit of experience? If you are enthusiastic, committed and would love the opportunity to be involved in the management and production of Sculpture by the Sea, you may be interested in their volunteer placement program. Sculpture by the Sea is Australia's largest annual free, outdoor exhibition of contemporary sculpture staged along Sydney's spectacular Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk. The exhibition organisers require volunteer workers throughout the whole year in areas such as arts administration, site co-ordination, sponsorship, arts marketing, event management and art consulting. The volunteer program is well-suited to university internships. Contact Tel 02 93571457 Email info@sculpturebythesea.com Website www.sculpturebythesea.com
No Closing Date

EXHIBITION PROPOSALS SOUGHT - UP-TO-DATE STORE, COOLAMON
The Up-to-Date Store in Coolamon is a stunning Heritage listed building that has recently commenced operation as a community cultural facility. The Store's Management Committee is now calling for arts/museological exhibition proposals from artists or collectors for its 2004-2005 Public Exhibitions Program. In most cases, exhibition space will be made available free of charge. To make a submission, send images of the work you wish to exhibit, together with a written proposal outlining the proposed amount of time and space you will require and a brief description of your exhibition to The Chairperson, Up-to-Date Store Management Committee, PO Box 101, Coolamon, NSW, 2701. Contact Liz Lawton Tel 02 6927 2492 Email llawton@coolamon.nsw.gov.au
Closing - Ongoing

CALL FOR PROPOSALS: THE EDUCATION AND SOCIAL ACTION CONFERENCE 2004
The Education And Social Action Conference is calling for proposals from campaign groups, social movements, trade unions and community advocacy groups that place education at the centre of the work. Three types of proposals are required: Research and Evaluation Agenda Setting Proposals, Workshop Proposals, and Refereed Paper Proposals. The Conference is to be held 6 - 15 December at the University of Technology, Sydney. Contact Centre for Popular Education UTS Tel 02 9514 3939 Email cpe@uts.edu.au
Closing May 31

LONDONDERRY FIRE FESTIVAL
4-5 June, Richmond Race Club, Londonderry
The Londonderry Rural Fire Service, in conjunction with the Richmond Race Club, is holding its 2nd Annual Fire Festival. It is a weekend of races, live outside broadcasts, fair ground, food and fireworks and is the fire service's main fundraiser for the year. The service is interested in inviting acts to come along and perform as part of the festival. They are looking for those who do not mind giving their time free of charge as they cannot pay any artists. They are able to provide a stage and a PA. Contact Stephen Mobile 0421 109 527 Tel 02 4578 7591

TALKBACK CLASSROOM FORUM - STUDENTS INTERVIEW MPS
The National Museum's 'Talkback Classroom' is a monthly radio forum that gives secondary students the opportunity to interview members of parliament and other key public figures and engage them in discussion on issues important to young people. The program is broadcast on ABC Radio National's 'Life Matters' program. Each forum features a panel of three secondary students selected from schools Australia-wide. Secondary school students who are 16 years of age or over can apply to be on the interview panel, and travel to Canberra to interview the forum's special guest for broadcast on Radio National. More information is available from Stephen Cutting, Project Coordinator Tel 03 5797 2409 Website http://www.nma.gov.au/schools/events_and_activities/talkback_classroom/

MUSIC DIRECTOR
South West Music Inc is seeking to employ a Music Director to undertake the artistic direction of South West Music's dynamic regional music program including their Regional Conservatorium Program. South West Music is a community based organisation aimed at promoting and developing the playing, tuition and appreciation of music throughout the south western region of NSW. Based in Deniliquin the position is part time, 21 hours per week. Remuneration to be negotiated commensurate with experience. Additional music tuition opportunities are available in Deniliquin. To obtain job description and selection criteria Contact Vivien Naimo Tel 03 5881 4736.
Closing 13 February

EXECUTIVE OFFICER - ACCESSIBLE ARTS
Accessible Arts, the peak arts and disability body in NSW, is seeking a new Executive Officer who will be responsible for managing the organisation and developing strategic networks and partnerships in the area of arts and disability in regional and metropolitan NSW. The successful candidate will have experience in community cultural development and a proven track record of working with the three tiers of government in the arts and/or health sectors. Also essential are demonstrated leadership, human resources and financial management skills, experience in producing high quality proposals, funding applications, reports, business plans & budgets, excellent written & verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines. As an equal opportunity employer Accessible Arts encourages people with a disability to apply. Contact Stella Collier Tel 02 9251 6499 Email info@aarts.net.au
Closing 13 February

LECTURER/ASSOCIATE LECTURER - COMMERCIAL RADIO, CHARLES STURT UNIVERSITY
Charles Sturt University's School of Communication has recently made significant changes to its industry-leading BA (Communication - Commercial Radio) degree. Following wide industry consultation, there is a new emphasis on media sales and promotions, which calls for a Lecturer/Associate Lecturer with relevant industry experience. In this course students undertake practical projects and internships with broadcasters to prepare for careers in this vibrant media sector. The appointee will develop and deliver subjects in the commercial radio course, including new subjects on media sales and promotions, as well as managing student placements in radio stations. The successful candidate will also teach and tutor advertising subjects, especially those studied by commercial radio students. Contact Associate Professor Tom Watson, Head, School of Communication Tel 02 6338 4448
Email tomwatson@csu.edu.au Website http://wwwdb.csu.edu.au/division/hr/jobs/academic/academic-f.htm
Closing 1 March

THE LESTER BOSTOCK SCHEME 2004 FOR INDIGENOUS FILMMAKERS
Metro Screen, with assistance from the NSW FTO, is offering four Indigenous people with or without prior filmmaking experience the chance to make a short film. Each place is fully subsidised.
Twenty two short videos have been produced to date, and two young filmmakers have been accepted into AFTRS and are now graduates of the fulltime Directing and Television Production courses. The aim of the Scheme is to encourage new Indigenous filmmakers living in NSW to present ideas and develop their skills and experience in television and video production and to increase their prospects for employment in the film and television industry. Metro supports the projects by providing access to equipment, facilities support and stock. Metro also conducts a free orientation evening and training for the successful applicants. A mentor/producer assists each filmmaker through the development, production and post production of their project. For application forms and guidelines Contact Tel 02 9361 5318 Email metro@metroscreen.org.au Website www.fto.nsw.gov.au
Closing 13 February

MARKETING GRANT FOR NSW ARTISTS
This grant program is subsidised by the NSW Ministry for the Arts and has been initiated by NAVA to assist professional visual artists and craftspeople in NSW to effectively market their work throughout NSW, interstate and overseas. Funds for the scheme are to assist directly with the costs associated with the development and implementation of elements of a marketing plan, for example, the preparation and distribution of a portfolio, building a contacts database, setting up a website or creating a publicity campaign. The grant money does not provide assistance towards the production of artwork. Grant amounts are up to $1000 for individuals and up to $2000 for groups. Contact Tel 02 9368 1900 Email nava@visualarts.net.au Website www.visualarts.net.au
Closing 16 February

VOLUNTEER SMALL EQUIPMENT GRANT
Funding of up to $5000 each to help organisations purchase equipment in the direct support of volunteers whose work contributes to benefiting families and communities. The equipment should directly assist volunteers by making their volunteering activities easier, safer and more enjoyable. Max funding per grant: $5,000. Contact Dept of Family and Community Services Freecall 1800 050 199 Website www.facs.gov.au
Closing 5 March

COUNTRY ARTS SUPPORT PROGRAM 2004
Guidelines and Application Forms for the 2004 Country Arts Support Program (CASP) are now available online here. CASP is a vital program that delivers small grants to arts and community organisations, Regional Arts Boards and local arts councils in regional NSW for short term, locally initiated projects. In 2004, a total pool of $200,000 is available. Funding from the program is to be directed towards artists' fees, travel and accommodation and should fall within the following ranges:
* $300 to $1,500 for workshops (higher for workshops combined with performances)
* $300 to $1,000 for performances (possibly on a guarantee-against-loss basis)
* $300 to $2,000 for artists-in-residence, public art projects & exhibitions
* $500 to $3,000 for arts activities as part of community festivals or events
Contact Amy Hardingham, Funding & Research Officer Tel 02 9247 8577 Email funding@regionalartsnsw.com.au Website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/grants/grants.html
Closing 12 March

YOUTH FOR YOUTH INVESTMENTS GRANTS
The 'Youth for Youth Investments' grants are open to organisations that work with young people aged 12 to 25, as well as individual young people within this age range. Grants will be made for initiatives that enhance youth participation or create opportunities for the development of young people. Grants of up to $30,000 over one year or $40,000 over two years are available. Contact The Foundation Tel 03 9670 5436 Website www.youngaustralians.org
Closing 18 March

UK TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ARTISTS
ROSL Arts offers four UK travel scholarships for foreign artists, including one artist from Australia. The scholarship will enable each artist to spend four weeks at Hospitalfield House, Scotland between 1-30 September 2004. Studio space, accommodation and full board will be provided. Scholarship winners will be invited to return in 2005 to exhibit work completed since their residency in the annual ROSL exhibition. Contact Tel +44 (0)20 7408 0214 x324 Email culture@rosl.org.uk Website www.roslarts.co.uk
Closing 31 March

SMALL GRANTS FOR RURAL COMMUNITIES
Small grants (up to $5,000) to be made more accessible to communities in rural Australia in a collaborative program supported by grants from the William Buckland Foundation, Perpetual Trustees, The RE Ross Trust, The Myer Foundation and the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) (which administers the program). Organisations can apply for projects and activities that offer clear public benefit for communities living in small rural and remote locations in Australia, contributing to their development in social and community welfare, economic, environmental, health, education or cultural areas. Contact Foundation for Regional and Rural Renewal Tel 03 5443 7300 Freecall 1800 170 020 Email n.elliott@frrr.org.au Website http://www.frrr.org.au
Closing 31 March

STATE LIBRARY OF VICTORIA CREATIVE FELLOWSHIPS
Valued at $600,000, these Fellowships are offered to Australian writers, artists, academics, composers and researchers. This is the 2nd year the Victorian Government and State Library of Victoria have run the program which aims to encourage scholarly, literary and creative use of the library's collections. The Fellowships are for periods of up to one year, with stipends of $12,500 for three months, $25,000 for six months and $50,000 for twelve months. Research projects can be in any area of the library's collections and are open to Australian residents who may be independent scholars, creative writers, artists, composers, academics or developers of new media across a broad range of disciplines. Contact Dr Dianne Reilly, La Trobe Librarian, State Library of Victoria, Tel 03 8664 7182 Email dreilly@slv.vic.gov.au Website www.statelibrary.vic.gov.au
Closing 31 March

2004 ROBERT HELPMANN DANCE SCHOLARSHIP
The biennial Robert Helpmann dance scholarship has doubled in value from $15,000 to $30,000 in 2004. Valued at $30,000, the Scholarship is offered biennially by the NSW Government to assist a professional dancer or choreographer to develop their career. Applicants are invited to submit proposals that include further study or training, professional research or the undertaking of a particular dance project. Applicants should be able to demonstrate how their proposal will develop a vision for future dance practice and how it shares the spirit and general intention of the scholarship. Contact the NSW Ministry for the Arts Tel 02 9228 5533 Freecall 1800 358 594 Website www.arts.nsw.gov.au
Closing 30 May

THE FOUNDATION FOR RURAL AND REGIONAL RENEWAL (FRRR)
The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal aims to support regional, rural and remote communities to develop and diversify their activities through a rural capacity building program, through an information and training program and through the provision of grants for rural development projects with the aim of improving the social, cultural, environmental and economic wellbeing of rural Australia. The FRRR has been established as a partnership between philanthropy, governments and business to stimulate rural and regional renewal in Australia. The Foundation aims to achieve its objectives in a variety of ways including the funding of projects that have real potential to achieve significant results for people within rural and regional Australia. The total funding pool is $14,500,000. Contact Tel 03 5443 7300 Freecall 1800 170 020 Email info@frrr.org.au Website www.frrr.org.au
Closing - Ongoing

OZCO COMMUNITY CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS AWARD
For the first time in 2004 the Community Cultural Development (CCD) Board of the Australia Council will be offering the Community Cultural Development Partners Award. The award has been created to recognise the significant contribution of partnerships in the community and acknowledge best practice in collaborative planning and implementation in projects or programs. The Partners Award of $15,000 is to specifically assist the recipient organisation document and present the partnership project(s) for which it is being recognised. The Partners Award will be open to organisations, institutions, corporations, government and non-government agencies that have been instrumental in partnering with communities and artsworkers through a developmental and creative process. Contact Madeleine Martin of the CCD Board Tel 02 9215 9034 Toll Free 1800 226 912 Email m.martin@ozco.gov.au
Closing 15 March

TALES MY MOTHER TOLD ME - STORYTELLING COMPETITION
16 February, Murrurundi
Murrurundi CTC joins the CTC network and the Country Women's Association in creating a digital storytelling competition. Entrants are asked to share a story or a picture for inclusion in the on-line gallery. Winners receive a digital camera worth $1000. Contact Murrurundi CTC Tel 02 6546 6440

INTERNATIONAL JURIED NET.ART COMPETITION
New Radio and Performing Arts Inc has announced that, with the support of the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, 5 net.art projects will be commissioned for the Turbulence web site in an international juried competition. Each commission will be worth $US5,000. Projects that experiment with new forms of interdisciplinary collaboration and creativity and engage the user as an active participant are encouraged. Collaborations may be between visual artists, sound artists, programmers, scientists, and others. Proposed works may include the use of wireless devices such as cell phones and palm pilots to access and add to the experience of the net.art work. Contact Email turbulence@turbulence.org Website http://turbulence.org/comp_04/guidelines.htm
Closing March 31

2004 WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR COMPETITION
Amateur and professional photographers from around the world encouraged to enter the 2003 Wildlife Photographer of the Year Competition which last year attracted more than 20,500 entries from over 60 countries. The competition aims to find the best wildlife pictures taken by amateur and professional photographers of all ages from around the world that show the beauty, splendour and drama of life on Earth. Categories include the 'Underwater World', 'World in Our Hands', 'Animal Portraits' and 'Composition and Form'. Three special awards offered including the Gerald Durrell Award for Endangered Wildlife, the Innovation Award, and the Eric Hosking Award for the best portfolio of six images taken by a photographer aged 18-26. In the junior section there are three age categories, and the 'Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year Award'. Contact Tel 0011 44 20 7942 5015 Fax 0011 44 20 7942 5084 Email wildphoto@nhm.ac.uk Website www.nhm.ac.uk/wildphoto
Closing 2 April

SILK CUT AWARD FOR LINOCUT PRINTS - VICTORIA
The Silk Cut Award for Linocut Prints was introduced in 1995 to encourage the making and appreciation of linocut prints and aims to provide creative opportunities for artists of all ages, including primary and secondary school students. Grand Prize - winner may choose either a return air fare to Amsterdam plus 10 days accommodation, valued at $6,000 or a monetary prize of $5,000. This prize is acquisitive. Purchase prizes are offered to a limit of $3,000 and four student prizes are also available (non-acquisitive). The 2004 Silk Cut Award exhibition of prize winners and finalists in both the Open and Student sections will be held at the Glen Eira City Council Gallery, Victoria from Wednesday 15 September to Sunday 3 October. Contact Email silkcutprintaward@gleneira.vic.gov.au Website http://www.silkcutlino.com
Closing 18 June

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CREATIVE APPROACHES TO FUNDING ARTS PROJECTS - HINTS AND SUGGESTIONS
In response to a number of requests, two articles from the March 2003 edition of ArtReach magazine about alternative sources of funding for arts projects have been made available for download in PDF from the Regional Arts NSW website. "Finding the Funding - New Ways of Uncovering a Grant" by Jack Ritchie, RADO, and "You Got It From Where?" by Richard Holloway, RADO, can be accessed from the Publications page of the Regional Arts NSW website here. And don't forget the ever popular Regional Arts NSW Grant Writing Guide, also available on our website at the bottom of this page here.

ARTS TRAINING NSW - NEW WEBSITE
Arts Training NSW has a new website and contact details. For the latest in education and training news contact Arts Training NSW, C/ Ratio Pty Ltd, Suite 507, 410 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010 Tel 02 9281 8023 Fax 02 9281 8205 Email admin@artstrainingnsw.com.au
Website www.artstrainingnsw.com.au

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