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Highlights

TAKE THE NEXT STEP: ABORIGINAL FILM FESTIVAL
1 – 3 June, Wellington
1 June Women of the Sun – Eps 1 to 3
2 June Shorts: Black Man Down; No Way to Forget + Feature: Beneath Clouds
3 June Women of the Sun – Ep 4 + Lousy Little Sixpence
Catch the last three nights of this film festival featuring the pick of Australian film and television shows – old and new – with Aboriginal themes. Organised by Wellington’s Social Justice and Reconciliation Group to mark Reconciliation Week 2006, which falls between the anniversaries of the 1967 Referendum granting Aborigines citizenship and the right to vote (on 27th May) and the Mabo Native Title decision (4th June). Showcasing the diversity of talent in Aboriginal film makers in Australia, and raising awareness of Aboriginal and Reconciliation issues. At the Uniting Church Hall. All sessions at 7pm. FREE! Contact Erna de Vries Mobile 0418 692 402.

Photo: Still from the multi-award winning TV drama, Women of the Sun produced by Bob Weis in 1981. Each episode tells an Aboriginal women's story set in 1824, 1895, 1939 and 1982. All four episodes will screen at the Festival.

THE BRUSHMEN OF THE BUSH
2 June – 9 July, Broken Hill
A landmark exhibition at Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery celebrating five artistic legends of the outback. Following the death of the group's best known member, Pro Hart, in March, there are now only two surviving "brushmen of the bush", Jack Absalom (78) and John Pickup (74). The other two were Eric Minchin and Hugh Schulz. Active from 1973 to 1989, the famed group toured the world, staging more than 50 exhibitions and raising $1m for charity. This is the first exhibition to comprehensively document the history of the group, who were a cultural phenomenon recognised throughout Australia, and in the US, Britain and Europe. The exhibition will tour 11 regional galleries later this year. Contact Rebekah Butler, Manager Tel 08 8088 6897 Email artgallery@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au
Read more about The Brushmen of the Bush in Steve Meacham's article in the Sydney Morning Herald, "From Camp Fire to Canvas".

BANGARRA DANCE THEATRE'S CLAN ON TOUR
8 June, Griffith & 15 July, Lismore
Bangarra Dance Theatre presents Clan – a spectacular double bill featuring the company's exciting blend of physical artistry and breathtaking visuals. Crafted by award winning choreographer Frances Rings, Clan is dance theatre at its most captivating. Unaipon is inspired by the extraordinary passion and genius of Aboriginal inventor, writer and philosopher David Unaipon who is featured on our $50 note. Rations explores mission life in colonial Australia and a remarkable history of struggle and survival. This is the first time these two stunning works have been performed together. Contact Griffith Regional Theatre Tel 02 6961 8388, Northern Rivers Ticket Centre Tel 02 6621 5600 Website www.bangarra.com.au.

NORTH COAST JAZZ FESTIVAL
9 – 12 June, Bangalow
Cutting edge jazz, Latin, hip-hop and funk, plus masterclasses and workshops. The North Coast Jazz Festival is the best example of what today’s jazz is all about – an eclectic mix of bands whose common thread is their love of improvisation, spontaneity, and the magic of the musical unknown. Be it the east meets west fusion of Circle of Rhythm, the urban gritty and daring sounds of True Live, cutting edge and sheer youthful exuberance of 12 Tone Diamonds, or the mastery of piano veteran Mike Nock, each band you come across at this festival will be unique and at the forefront of their craft. Presented by the Northern Rivers Conservatorium Arts Centre in four venues in Bangalow. Full program and ticketing service online. Contact Suzie Mylecharane Tel 02 6684 7921 Website www.conservatoriumarts.org

THE LISMORE LANTERN PARADE 2006: 'MYTHLINES' COME ON A JOURNEY INTO MYTH
17 June, Lismore
The Rainbow Region's annual winter solstice spectacular features larger than life lanterns, illuminated sculptures and costumes along with fire-art, pyrotechnics, parade bands and performers. Watch the glittering parade as it winds through the heart of Lismore to the banks of Wilson's River where it climaxes with a mesmerising outdoor theatre performance with giant illuminated puppets, fire-choreography and pyrotechnics on water. Dance the night away in the heart of the city at the Great Street Party and Market de Light. Parade kicks off at 5.30pm. Finale at 6.45pm. Also features a Magic Lantern kids day at Lismore Gallery from 10am to 5pm. Contact Tel 02 6622 6333 Website www.lismorelanternparade.com.au.

JUST ADD WATER
Until 20 August, Wagga Wagga
Water, and the lack thereof, is the defining element of the Australian landscape. Its uses and abuses have had a crucial role in shaping Australian society. It's been pumped up from below the earth, held in dams, piped over the landscape and even dragged down from the clouds. In the process we have destroyed ecologies, built communities and created a new Australia. Discover the story of our relationship with water in this new interactive exhibition including everything from maps and games to artefacts and objects. There is even a working toilet in the foyer! At the Museum of the Riverina, Historic Council Chambers site. Tel 02 6926 9655 Website www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/museum.

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Regional Arts NSW News

SECURING A FUTURE FOR OUR OUTBACK ART
New partnership research project to target West Darling
Regional Arts NSW is delighted to announce a new research project as part of its Audience Development Program which aims to underwrite the sustainable development of the arts and cultural industries in and around the Broken Hill area. The project is a partnership with West Darling Arts and the Far Western Regional Development Board, with funding from the NSW Department of State and Regional Development.
Full story on the Regional Arts NSW website here.
Painting by Jack Absalom, on show as part of the Brushmen of the Bush exhibition (see Highlights)

REGIONAL ARTS FUND NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
The Regional Arts Fund is now open for applications from NSW. Funds are available for arts and cultural projects in regional and remote communities starting on or after 1 January 2007 in three categories – New Initiatives, Partnerships and Residencies & Mentorships. Applicants will this year have the option of applying in a new Excel format form which includes explanatory notes and assists in the completion of the budget section.
Closing 14 August.
More information, guidelines and application forms online here.

FREE NEW DVD BRINGS KEY ARTS THINKERS TO YOUR SCREEN
A free new DVD featuring highlights of a key national arts and creativity forum held at the Byron Bay Writers Festival is available now from Regional Arts NSW. Headlined by UK pioneer in studies of the knowledge economy and creative industries development, Kate Oakley, and Australian economics of arts and culture guru, David Throsby, "How are we going? Directions for the arts in The Creative Age" captures a day of lively discussion and debate including 22 big name Australian and international thinkers and a large specialist audience.
Read more and order your free copy here.

YOU’VE GOTTA BE ‘QUICK’
Another eight skills development opportunities for regional NSW artists and communities have got the green light this quarter, thanks to a grant from the Regional Arts NSW Quick Turnaround Grants program ... but there won't be any more now until 1 July.
Full story and links to the Quicks program online here.

GETTING THEM GOING: ATTRACTING, ENGAGING &
RETAINING AUDIENCES FOR YOUR ART
15 June, Bathurst & 16 June, Parkes
Regional Arts NSW presents a free one-day intensive with its key marketing and audience development personnel, Lisa Andersen and Rachael Vincent. Offering tailor-made, practical help and inspiration for anyone who relies on attracting (and keeping) an audience, the workshop will introduce strategies to establish and maintain relationships with audiences and include case studies, information sharing, discussions and hands-on activities. Places are limited to twelve and allocated on a first come, first served basis. Contact Arts OutWest Tel 02 6338 4657 Email artsoutwest@csu.edu.au. .

NEW MEMBER OF THE ERAP TEAM
Kate Christy has joined the Eastern Riverina Arts Program (ERAP) as the new Regional Arts Support Officer/ Projects and Promotions Co-ordinator. Katey will be providing support with the development of new projects and producing the weekly ERAP e-bulletin. Contact Kate Christy Tel 02 6921 6890 Email katey@erap.org.au.
Find out more about Kate on the Regional Arts NSW website here

TRAVEL ASSISTANCE FOR NSW VOLUNTEERS TO ATTEND RAA CONFERENCE
Small grants have been made available from the Regional Arts Fund to assist NSW volunteers to attend The Pacific Edge – The 2006 Regional Arts Australia National Conference in Mackay, Queensland from 15 to 17 September 2006. Applications close 7 July 2006.
More information and application forms on the Regional Arts NSW website here.

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Other News

THE PACIFIC EDGE: REGIONAL ARTS AUSTRALIA
2006 NATIONAL CONFERENCE
15 – 17 September, Mackay (Qld)
Early Bird registrations available now
Part-conference, part-festival, all art! Regional Arts Australia's biennial national conference again promises to be the largest arts gathering in the country. It's a 'must-be-there' event for anyone involved in the arts in regional Australia. Offering festival experiences, debate and engagement and a unique opportunity to discuss and debate the current priorities for the arts in the regions. The full program will be launched shortly.
Early Bird registrations are available now. Website www.thepacificedge.com.au.
Closing 24 July

REGIONAL TOURING SET TO ROAR WITH VROOM
Fantastic new resource for musicians + venues
VROOM or 'Venue Resource Of Original Music' (of course!) is a brand-new, extensive, searchable database of NSW music venues, which has just been launched by MusicNSW ... and it's set to spur the growth of regular touring for original music in fegional NSW. Musicians, managers, bookers (whoever!) can join up (for free) and search for specific venues - by genre or by day of the week; search regions or plan a tour of the whole state. VROOM also includes fact sheets on grant writing, tour managing, visiting remote areas and forums. Developed with the assistance of APRA and is set to go national next year. Log on, sign up and get planning!
Website www.vroom.musicnsw.com.

NEW REGIONAL TOURING GRANT PROGRAM
A safety net for NSW musicians looking to tour regional NSW
Also just announced by MusicNSW is a new Regional Touring Grant Program offering grants of up to $5000 to NSW Musicians to help fund the regional NSW component of their tours. While it can’t help fund the costs of hitting roos, losing band members or getting lost on some back-road “short-cut”, what it can do is help cover normal touring costs, like accommodation, airfares, vehicle and equipment hire and promotional costs, so you have more room to move when you come up against the things you can’t plan for. Website www.vroom.musicnsw.com.
Closing 14 July

MGNSW ANNOUNCES 2006 REGIONAL MENTORS
The Museums & Galleries NSW Mentorship Program provides an opportunity for staff of regional and remote galleries to gain further experience by working in a major urban institution. MGnsw has just announced the mentorships for 2006 and they are:
At the Art Gallery of New South Wales – Jacque Schultze, Director, Cowra Art Gallery
At the Biennale of Sydney – Brenda Wellman, Admin Officer, Albury Regional Art Gallery
At the Museum of Contemporary Art – Andrea Gledhill, Curator, New England Regional Art Museum.
Contact Tracy Tucker, Visual Arts Project Coordinator Tel 02 9339 9906 Freecall 1800 114 311 (regional NSW) Email tracyt@mgnsw.org.au Website www.mgnsw.org.au.

PETITION CALLS FOR HANGING OF PRO HART'S WORKS IN NSW GALLERY
Western NSW MP Peter Black has tabled a petition calling for Pro Hart's works to be hung in the Art Gallery of New South Wales in State Parliament after it was revealed the nation's galleries either did not have any Pro Hart works or were not displaying what they had. There are more than 600 signatories to the petition.
Full story at ABC News Online here.

ABC "BEST BUDGET OUTCOME IN OVER 20 YEARS"
The ABC has received a funding boost in the Budget which includes $30 million over three years for television dramas and documentaries and $13.2 million over three years to sustain and enhance regional and local programing. A further $45 million over three years has been allocated for capital renewal. Chair of the ABC, Donald McDonald, said, "We think it's fairly describable as our best Budget outcome in over 20 years."

'SEDITION' SHOULD GO, FOCUS ON URGING VIOLENCE: ALRC
The term ‘sedition’ should be removed from the federal statute book, and offences urging force or violence against the government or community groups should be redrafted, the Australian Law Reform Commission (ALRC) said today. The ALRC is seeking community feedback on the proposals in the Discussion Paper before a final report is completed. Submissions close 3 July.
Find out more on the ALRC website.

RURAL AUSTRALIA NEEDS MORE MONEY AND IDEAS: NEW REPORT
Additional investment and new initiatives are needed to improve the health, job opportunities and quality of life for the 36% of Australians living in rural and regional communities and to bring them in line with levels enjoyed by people living in metropolitan centres, according to a new report by Mission Australia, funded by the Macquarie Bank Foundation. Rural and Regional Australia: Change, Challenge and Capacity calls on a whole of government approach – in co-operation with business and community organisations – to improving equality between rural/regional and metropolitan centres across a range of areas.
Full story and report on the Mission Australia website here.

2006 STATE OF THE COMMUNITY SURVEY
Participate online now
As part of the Communities in Control conference, Our Community is running the second annual State of the Community survey and participants are now sought. "We want to know how your community organisation is travelling, how you think the community sector in general is going, and the issues you think are the most pressing in today’s climate." The results of the survey will be revealed at an upcoming conference.
Take part in the online survey here.

MISSION AUSTRALIA'S 2006 SURVEY OF AUSTRALIA'S YOUNG PEOPLE
Participate online now
Mission Australia's fifth annual survey of young Australians aged 11 - 24 aims to identify and clarify the key and emerging issues for young people. It asks what young people value, what their concerns are, and about their sources of advice and support and their involvement in community activities. Around 11,300 youth responded to last year's survey. As well as publicly affirming that young people and their views are valued by the community, the survey is a resource for youth themselves and for those working with young people or interested in youth issues.
Download the PDF version or complete the survey online here.
Closing 16 June

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Project Reports

43rd RED CROSS CURRABUBULA ART SHOW
The Red Cross Curabubula Art Show has announced four major prizes, worth a total of $8,500, at the opening of its 2006 exhibition at The Memorial Hall in Carabubula, near Quirindi, north west NSW on 11 May. Sydney painter, Greg Hansell, is the winner of the Winsome Busby Memorial Prize for his work, ‘Gerberas’, which is the feature of a packed exhibition of works, all of which were for sale, with proceeds to be donated to the Red Cross. Website www.countryconnect.com.au/curraart.

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What's On

THE 2006 BALD ARCHY PRIZE
Until 24 June, Coffs Harbour
Forty five hilarious finalists in the larrikin portrait competition (The Alternative Archibald) have been breaking attendance records since its mid-February Preview in Wagga Wagga. The Canberra Times recently stated "The greatest thing with this exhibition is that it gets people through the doors and into galleries that they have never been into". Now in Coffs Harbour at the Bunker Cartoon Gallery and in Deniliquin throughout August. Enquiries about next year’s tour, contact Peter Batey Mob 0439 672 213.

BLOKES DON'T TALK
1 – 3 June, Bathurst
A professional, completely home-grown production, written, directed and performed by members of the Bathurst Theatre Company. These are the stories of ordinary men who could be found anywhere in rural Australia. At The Park Hotel 7pm Contact Tel 02 6331 3399.

A TERRIBLE BEAUTY
1 – 3 June, Bathurst
An old Balinese mask maker carves away at a Hindu face while westerners purchase imitations and swoon in a drunken haze over their exotic paradise. The story follows the journey of six young Aussies as they step curiously off the plane and find romance, adventure, exotic culture and much more than they bargained for. Ray Harding, former Script Producer of Logie-winning drama Home and Away, wrote "A Terrible Beauty" for the final year Theatre Media students at Charles Sturt University.
At the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre Contact Tel 02 6333 6161.

CELTIC THUNDER – FESTIVAL OF THE CELTS AND MEDIEVAL FAYRE
2 – 11 June, Coffs Harbour
Pipe bands, Celtic dancers, strongman games, medieval re-enactments & battles, a street parade, the Celtic Thunder Tattoo, Friday night Ceilidh (Scottish concert/party), children’s entertainment including rides & races, Old Macdonald’s Farm, Steve McEwan’s Reptile World, specialist Scottish/ Welsh/ Irish stallholders, choirs, jesters, and more. Contact Coffs Coast Visitor Information Centre Tel 1300 369 070 Website www.celticthunder.com.au

HITLER'S DAUGHTER
2 June, Albury
Did Hitler’s daughter really exist? The play begins on an early morning somewhere in the Australian countryside. Four children wait for the school bus. They decide to play a game that ultimately poses powerful questions. One of the children, Mark, begins a journey that examines moral issues, society’s fears and prejudices and the world we all live in, in a fresh and compelling light. Presented by Monkey Baa Theatre for Young People in association with Glen Street Theatre.Albury City Performing Arts Centre 7pm. Tel 02 6051 3051.

COVE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
2 June, South West Rocks
The Cove Chamber Orchestra regularly performs at the Sydney Opera House and has toured Tonga and the Solomon Islands. Individually the musicians have performed with The Australian Opera, Ballet Orchestra, and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra as well as the Australian Brandenburg and Chamber Orchestras and the ensemble has just recorded its own CD. At South West Rocks Surf Club 6.30pm $20/$10. Contact Karen Gribbin Tel 02 6566 6907 Email studiocone10@tsn.cc

SUBWAY BHAKTIS
2 June, Bangalow
Local yoga teacher, Rachel Zinman, and journalist and BayFM presenter, Nyck Jeanes, launch their first music CD, Sita Ram, a mix of of uplifting, inspiring songs and chants in English and Sanskrit, with modern grooves and beats in a variety of styles, featuring performances by top local and international musicians. With live performance of tracks, and a subway themed event complete with buskers, beggars, sadhus and others wandering through the theatre. Byron Community Centre Theatre 7:30pm $20 Contact Suzie Mylecharane Tel 02 66 847 921 Email kupromo@bigpond.net.au

RED THREAD
2 – 29 June, Gilgandra
Members of Gilgandra Alive and Fresh Arts respond to the theme of ‘red thread’. Including works by artists: Sandra Alon, Tanya Coxsedge, Rowena Galway, Kim Goldsmith, Ruth Roberts, Sandy Mulchay, Kathielyn Job, Judy Shalhoub, Merryn Spencer, Jan Ashe and Lea Tucker. At the Gilgandra Coo-ee Heritage Centre. Official Exhibition Opening Sunday 4 June at 2pm, featuring entertainment and afternoon tea. Contact Tel 02 6817 8700.

A NIGHT OF MISBEHAVIN'
3 June, Wodonga
Murray Music Club presents the vibrant acapella ensemble, MisBehavin’ in a concert at Arts SpaceWodonga. These seven local women from Albury, Wodonga and Yackandandah have been singing together for ten years now... and it shows. Hear them perform their signature mix of rich harmonies and original arrangements of songs gathered from traditions all over the world, with inspiration from artists such as Tiddas, Sweet Honey in the Rock, Kavisha Mazella and Cocos Lunch. Tickets $15/$12 Contact Karen Roben, Murray Arts Tel 02 6023 0120.

SONY TROPFEST SHORT FILM FESTIVAL SCREENING
3 June, Dubbo
Presented by Friends of the Dubbo Regional Gallery. Enjoy selected screenings from this renowned short film competition all in the comfort of the Dubbo RSL Cinema, presented by the Friends of Dubbo Regional Gallery. Tickets $25 per person. A Fundraiser for the Western Plains Cultural Centre. 6.30pm. Tickets available from Dubbo RSL Club. Contact Tel 02 6882 4411

AUSTRALIASCAPES
3 – 30 June, Coonabarabran
Featuring works by David Milliss, Sydney artist. At the Art Gallery of C, 55 Cassilis Street, Coonabarabran. Contact Tel 02 6842 1462 Website www.theartgalleryofc.biz.

EARTH QUEST
3 June – 4 September, Albury
Outer Space to Inner Earth is an exhibition designed and developed by Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre. An interactive exhibition that takes the visitor on a journey from the Milky Way through to Earth's inner core. This exhibition covers a wide range of topics such as astronomy, geology, geography, environmental science and biology. Earth Quest will allow visitors to explore and answer such questions as: Why do we have seasons? How do mountains form? How have animals adapted to life in different environments? And how can fossils be used to date their surroundings? Daily from 10.30am ‘til 4.30pm at Albury Regional Museum. Tel 02 6051 3450 Email alburymuseum@alburycity.nsw.gov.au

MIA DYSON
4 June, Bangalow
Recently crowned as Rhythms Magazine 2005 Artist of The Year, Mia Dyson is one of those rare artists who manage to waft between the lines of commercial success and credible, raw talent. At the Bangalow A & I Hall, tickets from $18, doors open 6:30pm. Contact Suzie Mylecharane Tel 02 6684 7921 Email kupromo@bigpond.net.au.

ART LOVERS' CHOICE – IN MINIATURE
4 June – 30 July, Dubbo
A fresh arts 06 exhibition proudly sponsored by Red Earth Estate Vineyard. Commissioned works by Kathielyn Job, Judy Shalhoub, Merryn Spencer, Lea Tucker, Rowena Galway, Ruth Roberts and Halene Norris. Official Opening Saturday 10 June at 10.30am. $2 entry (including morning tea) with special guest Melissa Barber, founding member of the Canowindra Art Network. Thursday to Tues 10am – 5pm. Contact Tel 02 6887 9262.

THE TEMPEST
7 – 24 June, Goulburn
Presented by the Lieder Theatre Company, directed by Chrisjohn Hancock. Lieder Theatre 52 Goldsmith St, Goulburn Contact 02 4821 5066.

DRUMMING ON WATER
7 – 17 June, Canberra
What happened, when the Lizzie Rivers All Girl Band's lead singer went overboard during a ferry party? Did Lizzie fall or was she pushed? Emma, the drummer, is sure she knows and plans for revenge... Drumming on Water is a play by Geoff Page from the novel of the same name. This is a compelling tale of loyalty, obsession and retribution, silky and hypnotic that ripples and riffs unforgettably. In Canberra a short season before touring regionally. The Street Theatre Studio 7 - 10 June Tel 02 6247 1223 and The Tuggeranong Arts Centre Theatre 14 - 17 June Tel 02 6293 1443.

BELL SHAKESPEARE'S MERCHANT OF VENICE
8 – 9 June, Lismore
Combining fairytale romance with the tougher issues of justice, mercy, racism and tolerance, The Merchant of Venice features a cavalcade of extraordinary characters in this timeless and entertaining tale. NORPA presents this Bell Shakespeare production. Written by William Shakespeare, directed by Anna Volska. At the Lismore City Hall. Tickets $36/$30/$16. Bookings Tel 02 6621 5600 Website www.norpa.org.au.

ROGER WOODWARD AT MURRAY CONSERVATORIUM PIANO FESTIVAL
9 June, Albury
Roger Woodward will open the The Murray Conservatorium Piano Festival with a recital at the Albury Regional Art Gallery. The London Guardian calls him a “genius”; Le Monde de la Musique, Paris, “magnificent”; in Edinburgh he’s “a musician’s musician”; and the Sydney Morning Herald calls him “a giant of the keyboard ”. Woodward has performed with major orchestras throughout the world. He has more than 100 recordings to his credit and numerous works dedicated to him by some of the world’s greatest living composers. He will be performing works by Bach and Mozart, Boyd’s Book of Bells and Debussy Preludes (Book 2). Tickets $15 / $8.00 Tel 02 6041 4249.

FLIX IN THE STIX – CASANOVA
9 – 11 June, Coonabarabran
The film version starring Heath Ledger, Sienna Miller & Jeremy Irons. Renowned libertine and infamous seducer Giacomo Casanova has 18th century Venice in titillated uproar as he passes through boudoirs in a frenzy of lovemaking. But when he meets the intellectually robust and rebellious Francesca Bruni his amorous attentions are truly engaged, in the way of true love. When Francesca’s arranged rich trader husband Paprizzio arrives to take his bride, Casanova devises a scheme to ensure it is he, not Paprizzio, who gets the girl. But things don’t go exactly to plan. Tickets $8/$6 At Coonabarabran Dramatic Society Hall. Sat 7.30pm, Sun 2pm. Contact Coonabarabran Arts Council Tel 02 6825 4364

GOULBURN FLEADH NUA, IRISH FESTIVAL
9 – 12 June, Goulburn
A festival of traditional Irish music, song and dance. Feature artists will be five members of the Turloughmore Celtic Band from County Clare plus musicians, singers and dancers from all states of Australia. Also workshops on set dancing. Contact Tel 02 9181 3365 Website www.irishmusicianssydney.com

THINKING OUT LOUD
9 – 22 June, Bega
New works including prints by local Aboriginal artist, Cheryl Davison, in her first solo exhibition at Spiral Gallery. Opens 5pm Friday 9 June. Light refreshments will be served.

WARREN FAHEY & DAVE HUGARD
10 June, Milton
Presented by Friends of Milton Theatre and Musica Viva Australia, at the Milton Theatre 8pm Tickets Tel 02 4455 3056.

STRANGE MEMORIES
10 June, Jervis Bay
A multi-media project incorporating narration, images and music, created by contemporary Australian artist, Anna Glynn over four years. Promises a compelling, hauntingly beautiful performance that will transport you to another place and time through dreamlike paintings, poignant narration and evocative music. A personal, true story immersed in the Australian landscape. The cast includes Nina Morrison with her astounding vocals. Strange Memories book & music CD available at performance. Vincentia Public School Hall 7.30 pm $15/$10 Tel 02 4448 6164 Email anna@annaglynn.com Website www.annaglynn.com

COONAMBLE RODEO & CAMPDRAFT
10 – 12 June, Coonamble
Bush poetry, country music, clowing, quilting and a rodeo cabaret are all part of a packed program of entertainment for the 2006 Coonamble Rodeo & Campdraft. The Bush Poets Breakfast is an annual event on the Rodeo Saturday run by the Coonamble Streets Ahead Committee. This year features Frank Daniel, Australian Champion Yarn-spinner, as guest poet. As well, there will be a patchworking & quilting exhibition showcasing the incredible skills of local crafts people at the Coonamble Library; ‘Big Al’, the comedy clown; live music and a Rodeo Cabaret featuring Tamworth band ‘Rockerfellas’ at the Coonamble Bowling Club on Sunday night. A wealth of entertainers will also perform at other venues around town including Sam Wheatley. Contact Mob 0408 824 179 Website www.coonamble.org/rodeo

PLAY SCHOOL CONCERT
13 June, Dubbo RSL Club
Audience participation; two popular presenters and well-known toys from the show. Part of Play School's 40 year celebrations. $9.90, babies free. 10.00am Contact Tel 02 6882 4411.

EXHIBITION OF JEWELLERY BY SABINE VAN GENT
16 June, Wellington
A one day jewellery exhibition by the talented Mudgee artist, Sabine van Gent. Percy Street Gallery is an innovative new art space in Wellington, NSW. The two-storey renovated terrace is presented as if you're walking into a home with original artworks, unique gifts and furniture to be found in every room. 10-4 Wed-Sat (1pm Sat) Contact Katie Barton, Director Tel 02 6845 3337 Website www.katiebarton.com and www.sabinevangent.com.au.

JEN CLOHER & THE ENDLESS SEA
17 June, Bangalow
Last year Jen Cloher appeared as the support act for Ben Lee. This year she is back in her own show and playing at the Bangalow Catholic Chuch. 7.30pm $15. Refreshments available. Contact Suzie Mylecharane Tel 02 66 847 921 Email kupromo@bigpond.net.au.

AUSTRALIAN BRANDENBURG ORCHESTRA ENSEMBLE
21 – 29 June, Statewide
21 June, Lismore at St Mary’s Anglican Church, Ballina 7.30pm. Presented by Musica Viva Lismore and Musica Viva Australia. Tickets Tel 02 6681 6265.
22 June, Coffs Harbour in the Lecture Theatre D, Education Campus 8.00pm. Presented by Coffs Harbour Music Society and Musica Viva Australia. Tickets Tel 02 6651 4003.
23 June, Armidale in the Town Hall 7:00pm. Presented by Musica Viva Armidale and Musica Viva Australia. Tickets Tel 02 6771 4558.
24 June, Taree at the Manning Entertainment Centre 8:00pm. Presented by Manning Entertainment Centre and Musica Viva Australia Tickets Tel 02 6552 5699.
29 June, Milton in the Milton Theatre 8.00pm. Presented by Milton Theatre and Musica Viva Australia. Tickets Tel 02 4455 3056.

LIVE SUNDAY JAZZ
25 June, Dubbo
Live Sunday Jazz at The Macquarie Inn featuring the Dubbo Jazz Band, the Footwarmers and Dubbo Jazz Quartet. Kick back and relax to a mix of Sunday Jazz tunes. Presented by Dubbo Jazz Club. 12noon – 5pm. Contact Tel 02 6882 4649 Website www.users.bigpond.com/dubbojazz/.

PICK OF THE CROP
Until 25 June, Albury
Albury Regional Art Gallery presents a survey of new works by artists from the Albury-Wodonga region, exploring current trends and concerns. This exhibition brings together a range of individual artistic and aesthetic objectives that reflect the richness that regional artists bring to contemporary arts practice. Tel 02 6051 3480.

FIREWORKS – TRACING THE INCENDIARY IN AUSTRALIAN ART
Until 25 June, Bathurst
Fireworks explores the impact fire has had on leading Australian artists and reflects experiences from the bush, the suburbs and the cities, teasing out the psychological impact of fire as a major element in shaping the Australian story. Featured artists include Weaver Hawkins, Arthur Boyd, Mick Tjapaltjari, Tim Storrier and Anne Zahalka. A touring exhibition organised by Artspace Mackay. Contact Bathurst Regional Art Gallery Tel 02 6331 6066 Email brag@bathurst.nsw.gov.au Website www.bathurst.nsw.gov.au

LA LA LUNA
28 June, Dubbo
A surreal and hilarious new show from Wolfe Bowart, artistic director of international comedy sensation “The Shneedles” and one of today’s masters of physical theatre. Direct from his seasons at the Melbourne Comedy Festival and the Adelaide Fringe Festival. Featuring circus skills, magic, film and riotous physical comedy. At the Dubbo RSL Theatrette $35/$28 Contact Tel 02 6885 1633 Website www.dubboartz.org.au.

THIS MONTH AT GRAFTON GALLERY
Until 2 July, Grafton
Breimba Memories: A selection of historical photographs of the Clarence valley, celebrating Sorry Day/National Day of Healing
Crust: An exhibition of international contemporary ceramics, curated from the Gold Coast City Art gallery’s permanent collection.
Jill Bradshaw: Show and Tell; local artist explores personal symbols and the found object
Special Event: Sunday 18 June: Winter Solstice Art and Food Market, from 10am
Contact Cher Breeze Tel 02 6642 3177 Email cher.breeze@clarence.nsw.gov.au

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Seminars, Workshops + Training

CREATIVE VOLUNTEERING – NO LIMITS
June, Statewide
Six self-contained one-day workshops that focus on the practical challenges that face community organisations where volunteers do most of the work. Come and discover some fantastic tricks and insights you never thought of. Each workshop costs just $25, including refreshments and some excellent course materials to take home. There are five workshops on offer this month:
17 June, Deniliquin – Carry Out Business Planning
23 June, Tiona – Plan & Program Events
24 June, Cobar – Develop Funds & Resources
24 June, Moruya – Undertake Marketing
24 June, Tamworth – Carry Out Business Planning
25 June, Tamworth – Develop Funds & Resources
Full details including course outlines, locations and enrolment forms online here or contact Hannah Sanders Tel 02 9270 2509 Email admin@regionalartsnsw.com.au

REMAKE – RECYCLING AND REASSEMBLING GARMENTS
3 June, Nowra
A workshop with Canberra textile artist Sharon People. Explores the ways in which garments can be taken apart and reassembled, adding other textiles and objects to make an entirely new piece of clothing. Transform recycled clothing. Complete an individual piece by the end of the day. Basic sewing skills required. At Meroogal Historic Home. $35/$25 including some fabric and equipment. Participants will need to bring scissors, threads, needles, pins plus buttons, old jewellery, brooches / haberdashery for fastenings. Portable sewing machine optional. Bookings essential. Contact Barbara Konkolowicz, Historic Houses Trust Tel 02 8239 2211 Email barbarak@hht.net.au.

TEXTILE WORKSHOP – GATHERING
3 – 4 June, Wodonga
A workshop that explains dying and printing techniques, as part of 'gathering', an exhibition that brings together works by local textile artists. At Arts Space Wodonga. Cost $50 per person for the two day workshop. Contact Wodonga Arts Space Tel 02 6022 9600

ART WORKSHOPS FOR CHILDREN
3, 10 & 17 June, Broken Hill
Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery is running art workshops to children aged 7 - 12 years on Saturday mornings in June. Conducted by local artist and teacher Jodi Daley, the workshops will follow the theme 'Far-Out Back', exploring the outback country: it's colours, textures, sounds and patterns; the roads, tracks, channels and scrub.
3 June – Create an outback scene using collage
10 June – Introduction to landscape painting. Begins with a tour of the gallery
17 June – Build a diorama in the theme of Far - Out Back. Families are welcome at the end of the workshop to a showcase of the dioramas.
$15.00 per child/per workshop (includes materials). Bookings essential. Contact Rebekah Butler Tel 08 8088 6897 Email artgallery@brokenhill.nsw.gov.au.

DORRIGO YOUTH SERVICES DIGITAL ART PROJECT
4, 11 & 25 June
Explore new ways to express yourself and your perspective on life in the Dorrigo area. These three workshops with Tony Allison at the Dorrigo High School will give young people in Dorrigo the chance to use the tools of digital media to craft, record, and share the stories of individuals and communities in. The workshops will introduce the use of visual diaries and documentation and culminate in an exhibition on 25th June, with the aim of generating some appreciation of young people’s perspectives amongst the wider community. Young people aged 12 to 18 from Dorrigo all welcome. Contact Bill Devine, Youth Worker
This project has been made possible with funding from the Country Arts Support Program of Regional Arts NSW.

WINTER WARMING VOCAL NOSH
8 June, Wodonga
Join us for an uplifting evening of singing, socializing and supper at Arts Space Wodonga. Phil Heuzenroeder has been Musical Director for the 80 voice Melbourne Singers of Gospel choir for the past 5 years. He also works as a community music artist and community cultural development leader. Phil will lead community participants in traditional and contemporary gospel songs. Cost $15/$10 includes a hearty supper. Experience the unique combination of food and song that is Vocal Nosh. All welcome. Contact Tel 02 6022 9600

ACRYLIC WORKSHOP
10 – 11 June, Coonabarabran
Acrylic workshop with tutor Peter Mortimore. Peter is a well known artist in the region working in traditional representational techniques. At the Warrumbungles Glass House, Tibuc Road Coonabarabran. Cost $200 for the two days, includes lunch. 9am – 5 pm Contact Tel 02 6842 2663. Email glasshouseart@bigpond.com Website www.warrumbunglesglasshouse.com

DEVELOPING CHARACTER – WRITING WORKSHOP
17 June, Taree
The Mid North Coast Writers Association, in partnership with Taree Community College, presents a one-day workshop, designed for genre development and incorporating elements of fantasy writing. The workshop will be facilitated by Robbie Treddinick, president of the nambucca valley writers group, author and workshop facilitator. At the Taree Community College 10am – 3pm. Cost $20, includes morning tea and lunch. Limited to 15 participants. Contact 02 6551 0636.
Closing 13 June

2006 COMMUNITIES IN CONTROL CONFERENCE
18 – 20 June, Moonee Ponds (Victoria)
The annual conference for all community group leaders, local, state and federal government leaders, businesspeople, and all people who value strong vibrant communities. Details for the conference have just been announced and this year they are proud to feature bestselling author Bryce Courtenay AM as one the keynote speakers. The fourth annual conference will again be staged at Moonee Valley Racecourse, beginning with a special extra day on Sunday, June 18. The conference's title is The Community Summit. Challenging the Power of One, with strong demand for limited spots at the conference again expected. Contact Tel 03 9320 6800 Email service@ourcommunity.com.au Website www.ourcommunity.com.au for information on the program, accommodation, registration and cost.

THIS BUSINESS CALLED ART
24 June, Dubbo
Surviving as an artist is difficult in today’s world. The market is fast, the galleries remote and rejection is hard to take. Perhaps it’s time to brush up on your ‘art business’ skills. This Business Called Art is a professional development workshop which will cover three areas:
The art world – A user's guide
Pricing and selling your work
Documentation of artwork.
Presenters: Kent Buchanan, Education/Public Programs Officer, Dubbo Regional Gallery; Cathy Laudenbach, lecturer at ANU and Tegan Hole, Curatorial Liaison Officer, Artbank. Places limited. Presented by Orana Arts and Dubbo Regional Gallery at the Western Plains Cultural Centre 10am – 5pm Cost $20.00, includes morning tea & lunch. Contact Tel 02 6801 4431 Email linda.delbao@dubbo.nsw.gov.au Website www.oranaarts.com.
Closing 21 June

MULTICULTURAL ARTS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (MAPD)
13 – 19 August, Victoria
MAPD is a leadership course for arts managers, arts marketers, project officers, administrators and arts practitioners. MAPD is a national initiative of the Australia Council for the Arts through Arts in a Multicultural Australia. MAPD sees Productive Diversity as the key to Australia’s future national and international success in the arts and cultural industries. After a seven-day period in Melbourne beginning 13 August 2006, MAPD participants continue online and through one-to-one support of experts in leadership, cultural brokerage, multiculturalism, volunteerism, entrepreneurship, income generation and marketing. Contact Kape Communications Tel 03 9470 1099 Email mail@kape.com.au Website www.kape.com.au.

METRO SCREEN'S MOBILE UNIT – BRING IT TO YOUR TOWN
Metro Screen’s Mobile Unit is dedicated to providing training and support to filmmakers in areas outside central Sydney. Since its establishment 5 years ago, it has trained and worked with over 400 emerging artists and filmmakers in project development, video production, post-production, multimedia and cinema projection. Last year there were Mobile Unit projects in Tamworth, Young, Kempsey, Bogan and Griffith. Participants have gone on to gain employment and their award winning films have been screened nationally. If you'd like to bring the Mobile Unit to a town near you, contact Melissa Anastasi Tel 02 9361 5318 Email m.anastasi@metroscreen.org.au Website www.metroscreen.org.au

Grants, Fellowships + Residencies

FIREWORKS GALLERY NEW FLAMES INDIGENOUS ARTISTS MENTORING PROGRAM
A unique artist-in-residence program offered to professional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists from July to October 2006. Includes a five week residency followed by a one week studio exhibition; artists' stipend and material budget. An opportunity for artists to extend their professional development. An exhibition history and artistic innovation is required, but artists may also be mentored and further encouraged to experiment with new ways of thinking and working with their practice. Contact Tel 07 3216 1250 Email newflames@fireworksgallery.com.au.
Closing 9 June

PLAYING AUSTRALIA
An Australian Government program to give all Australians, wherever they live, better access to some of the country's best performing arts - from ballet to indigenous dance, jazz to classical music and Shakespeare to bilingual theatre. Tours may be interstate, extending the company’s regular touring circuit to new audiences and may include destinations in the home state of the touring company. Funding is usually provided for the net touring costs, including travel; allowances, transport fares and freight and accommodation, but not for development, administrative costs or overheads. Contact Freecall 1800 819 461 Email playing.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au
Closing 15 June

TOURISM NSW REGIONAL FLAGSHIP EVENTS PROGRAM
Expressions of interest now sought from established tourism event organisers for funding to enhance the appeal of the destination, regional identity, visitor experience, and attract visitors of their events. One-off grants of $10,000 and three-year $60,000 grants are available to assist with marketing and promotion of events starting between January 1 and December 31, 2007. Lodgement of an EOI is the first stage of a two part application process. Contact the Tourism NSW Regional Flagship Event Coordinator Tel 02 9931 1506 Website www.tourism.nsw.gov.au/corporate.
Closing 16 June

THIRNING VILLA – ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM FOR REGIONAL ARTISTS
Open to performing, visual and literary artists from regional and remote areas. Accommodation at Thirning Villa in Pratten Park, Ashfield is provided in exchange for services provided by the artist. The focus is on Community Cultural Development whereby the community is encouraged to express its aspirations through the arts and with the assistance of the artist-in-residence. Offers the chance for artists to share their vision with the community. Proposals should include periods for the artist to develop their own work as well as time for community cultural development activity. Contact Anthia Hart, Community Worker, Facilities & Programs Tel 02 9716 1866 Email anthiah@ashfield.nsw.gov.au
Closing 30 June

FESTIVALS AUSTRALIA
An Australian Government program to provide funding for arts-based projects that enhance the cultural programs of regional and community festivals. Applications are sought from organisations that manage festivals for projects commencing from 1 January 2007. Contact Tel 02 6271 1661 Email festivals.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au
Closing 17 July

FESTIVALS AUSTRALIA – REGIONAL RESIDENCIES
An Australian Government program that provides funding for artist residencies to assist regional and remote communities to develop arts-based projects that ‘tell their stories’ at community festivals and major celebratory events. Applications are sought from organisations that manage festivals or events for projects commencing from 1 January 2007. Contact Tel 02 6271 1661 Email festivals.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au
Closing 17 July

PHILIP PARSONS YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS AWARD
The Philip Parsons Young Playwright’s Award and Memorial Lecture commemorate the life’s work of Philip Parsons, AM (1926-1993). The Award is made each year to a young playwright under the age of 35, who resides in NSW and whose work demonstrates an original and compelling theatrical voice. The $5,000 Award forms part of a commissioning fee for the writer, with a view to developing a new work for a future B Sharp season. Applications will be accepted from writers whose plays have been produced in Australia or internationally within the last year. Contact Lyn Wallis Company B Belvoir Tel 02 8396 6207 Email lyn@belvoir.com.au Website www.belvoir.com.au.
Closing 24 July

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL CCD GRANTS
Presentation & Promotion
Support for projects that promote the value of community cultural development practice. This includes projects that create opportunities for practitioners to explore new ways of presenting the outcomes of existing best-practice models to new audiences. Contact Freecall 1800 226 912 Website www.ozco.gov.au
Closing 1 August

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL VISUAL ARTS BOARD GRANTS
Presentation & Promotion
To assist arts organisations to present and promote contemporary Australian craft, design, new media art and visual arts, to audiences in Australia and overseas.
Skills & Arts Development
To promote excellence in the arts by providing professional development opportunities for craftspeople, designers, new media artists, visual artists, arts writers and curators.
Contact Freecall 1800 226 912 Website www.ozco.gov.au
Closing 1 August

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL VISUAL ARTS EMERITUS AWARD
A $40,000 award to acknowledge and honour the special achievements of Australian craftspeople, designers, new media artists, visual artists and arts writers who have made and are making an outstanding contribution to the development of Australian Art. Artists working in any area of practice relevant to the Visual Arts Board may be nominated. Self nominations not accepted. Contact Freecall 1800 226 912 Website www.ozco.gov.au
Closing 1 August

AUSTRALIA COUNCIL VISUAL ARTS EMERITUS MEDAL
A $10,000 award to acknowledge and honour the special professional achievements of living curators, administrators and/or advocates of contemporary Australian art, who have made and are making an outstanding contribution to the development of the Australian cultural sector. Arts workers working in any area of practice relevant to the Visual Arts Board may be nominated for the award. Self nominations are not accepted. Contact Freecall 1800 226 912 Website www.ozco.gov.au.
Closing 1 August

ASIALINK RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Grants of up to $12,000 to undertake three to four month residencies in Asia with a host organisation. Residencies are professional development opportunities for Australians to promote cultural understanding, information exchange and artistic endeavour between Australia and Asian countries. Offered in the following areas:
Arts Management
Literature
Performing Arts
Visual arts/crafts
Open to all Australian citizens/permanent residents, who have at least three years professional experience in their field. Contact Asialink Centre Tel 03 8344 4800 Email arts@asialink.unimelb.edu.au Website www.asialink.unimelb.edu.au/arts
Closing 1 September

VISIONS OF AUSTRALIA
An Australia Government program to enable more Australians to enjoy our diverse culture by accessing exhibitions of cultural material. Visions of Australia provides funding to eligible organisations to develop and tour exhibitions across Australia. Exhibitions should have a predominantly Australian source or theme. This round is for projects commencing on and from 1 February 2007. Contact The Program Officer, Visions of Australia Tollfree 1800 819 461 Email visions.australia@dcita.gov.au Website www.dcita.gov.au
Closing 1 September

SONY FOUNDATION GRANTS
Each year the Sony Foundation Australia supports a number of charities with cash donations, often supplemented by resources from each Sony company to assist these charities in their work. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for projects/organisations that specifically benefit Australian youth under the age of 25. Email admin@sonyfoundation.org Website www.sonyfoundation.org
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Competitions, Awards + Prizes

NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT AWARD – MANAGEMENT PRACTICES THAT INCREASE WOMEN'S PARTICIPATION
An award to recognise local government initiatives which support community leadership and the participation of women in decision making both in local government and the community. Nominations now sought for processes, practices or projects that:
encourage women's particiaption in local decision-making
increase the numbers of women currently involved in local decision making
provided opportunities to build leadership skills and networks
improve the way that your local Council communicates with women; and/or
promote the benefits of having women's voices heard in decision making.
Contact Dr Virginia Kaufman Hall Senior Policy Officer Tel 02 6274 7856 Email virginia.kaufmanhall@dotars.gov.au Website www.dotars.gov.au
Closing 13 June

TAC (VIC) – MAKE A FILM, MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Victorian Traffic Accident Commission (TAC) is offering two lucky filmmakers a budget of $20,000 to make their films; a film industry mentor; a further $5,000 towards their careers and the opportunity to turn their ideas into short films which will be shown around Victoria. The competition's theme is 'your mate's life is in your hands'. Entrants are asked to explore risk taking on the road and possible solutions. Website www.mafmad.com.au
Closing 16 June

2006 NAB VOLUNTEER AWARDS
The National Australia Bank Volunteer Awards recognise best practice in volunteer management for local and regional not-for-profit organisations. open to all groups that work with volunteers, regardless of size throughout Australia. Offering a total of $364,000 in awards prizes as well as state, national and merit awards. Contact Freecall 1800 807 121 Website www.national.com.au.
Closing 28 June

WORKCOVER NSW YOUNG WORKERS POSTER COMPETITION
Students aged between 15 and 25 are invited to help educate their friends and employers about workplace safety and have a shot at the prize pool, which includes more than 30 ipod nanos and $20,000. Poster designs are sought to use in a statewide campaign for youth safety in the workplace. The image doesn’t have to be shocking, just memorable. It can be based on one or more of the following themes:
Raising awareness in young workers about safety in the workplace
Raising awareness in employers and co-workers about the extra needs of young workers in performing their jobs safely
Ensuring that young workers are aware of their rights and have access to information
Website www.youngworkers.com.au.
Closing 30 June

NEWCASTLE POETRY PRIZE
The 2006 Poetry Prize of $12,500 is made available by the University of Newcastle and Newcastle City Council. Judged by Judith Beveridge, Martin Harrison and Jean Talbot. There are three sections:
Open – $10,000 for a poem or sequence of poems of no more than 200 lines.
New Media – $2000 for a work prepared using Flash and judged on the quality of the poetry and the creativity of the presentation.
Local – $500 for a poem or sequence of poems of no more than 200 lines by a poet residing within the Hunter Area of Councils.
Website www.hwcentre.com.
Closing 30 June

WILLOUGHBY ART PRIZE 2006
A non-acquisitive award offering prizes totalling $14,000. There are 8 categories: 3-D Open, Painting and Mixed Media, Drawing and Printmaking, Photography and Digital Media, Students, Artist with Different Abilities, Willoughby City Resident and People’s Choice. Exhibition dates September 2 – 10, 2006. Entry fee $25/ $18.70 per work. Contact Alison Clark Tel 02 9777 7972. Email alison.clark@willoughby.nsw.gov.au Website www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au.
Closing 7 July

2006 ATOM AWARDS
The ATOM Film, Television and Multimedia Awards recognise the achievements of Australian and New Zealand professionals, educators and students in 36 categories. Open to students, production companies, independent film-makers, educational bodies and producers, the awards are designed to facilitate networks between media students and industry professionals. Contact Tel 03 9534 9986 Website www.atomawards.org
Closing 12 July

PUBLIC ART DESIGN COMPETITION – WORTH PLACE PLAYGROUND
Newcastle
A national public art competition to create an innovative playground on Newcastle's harbour foreshore. The public art playground will be located in Worth Place Park which will become a feature at Honeysuckle, one of Australia's largest urban renewal projects. The competition is open to designers in a range of professions from public artists to landscape architects, working alone or in collaboration. Contact Craig Norman (Honeysuckle Development Corporation) Tel 02 4904 2750 Website www.honeysuckle.net.
Closing 14 July

THE BROADWAY POETRY PRIZE
A feature of the Australian Poetry Festival, in association with National Poetry Week (1 – 10 September 2006). This is a prize of $3,000 for a poem of up to 100 lines. The National Poetry Week themes for 2006 are: Between, Wild Parties, House Arrest, Fruit, Freedom, Loud, Friendship and Open Books. Contact The Poets Union Tel 02 9818 5366 Website www.poetsunion.com. More information on National Poetry Week at www.nationalpoetryweek.com
Closing 28 July

SOYA 06: QANTAS SPIRIT OF YOUTH AWARDS
If you are under 25 and creative you are a potential candidate for the 2006 Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards. Prizes include $5,000 cash, $5,000 in Qantas flights and a mentorship with a top professional in your field. There are 7 categories: Music, Pictures, Words, Photography, Industrial & Object Design, Moving Pictures and Fashion Design. The list of professional industry mentors is awesome. Entrants must submit at least three different examples of their works in hard copy or digital format. Website www.noise.net.
Closing 31 July

JACARANDA ACQUISITIVE DRAWING AWARD
An award to promote contemporary Australian drawing. The winning entrant will have their work featured in six regional and metropolitan galleries in Queensland and NSW and will receive the major acquisitive award of $10,000. Contact Grafton Regional Gallery Tel 02 6642 3177 Email gallery@clarence.nsw.gov.au
Closing 4 August

'HUMAN WRITES' PERSONAL ESSAY & 'RIGHTS IN PERSPECTIVE ART COMPETITIONS
The Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission (HREOC) is calling for entries from young Australians between the ages of 11 and 18 to these competitions. What are human rights? What are the major human rights issues in Australia today? Have you, your friends or your family ever faced any sort of discrimination? This is an opportunity for those with an artistic or literary inclination to tell us and show thoughts and feelings on these, and other, topics. There are some great prizes on offer, including iPods and digital cameras. Contact Tel 02 9284 9600 Email paffairs@humanrights.gov.au Website www.humanrights.gov.au/competitions
Closing 11 August

FLYING ARTS 2006 REGIONAL ART AWARD
This award was started in 1971 by artist and pilot Mervyn Moriarty, who wanted to improve regional and remote area access to contemporary art, as one of a range of initiatives. The competition is open only to regional Queensland and northern New South Wales residents. Prizes include a $3,000 ABN AMRO Morgans Acquisitive Award, a $2,000 Bank of Queensland Award for a young person (between 12 and 25 years of age), a $1,000 Bank of Queensland Viewers’ Choice Award, a solo exhibition at Raw Space Galleries valued at $1,800 and more. Contact Tel 07 3853 3271 Email famarket@flyingarts.org.au Website www.flyingarts.org.au
Closing 14 August

PORTIA GEACH MEMORIAL AWARD
The Portia Geach Memorial Art Award is Australia’s most prestigious portrait prize for female artists. The Award recognises trends in contemporary art. It celebrates female Australian artists and has matched the developing profiles of female artists in Australia. Prize is $18,000. Contact Petrea Salter Tel 02 9332 1559 Email trustawards@cauzgroup.com.au Website www.trust.com.au.
Closing 25 August

RED LENS INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION
Put your talent on display in the Red Lens International Photographic Competition, sponsored by Charles Sturt University. See the Red Lens website for further information on prizes, terms and conditions and important dates. Cantact Natasha Mills Tel 02 6338 6109 Website www.csu.edu.au
Closing 28 August

THE JOHN MARSDEN PRIZE FOR YOUNG AUSTRALIAN WRITERS
Offering $3,500 in prize money for the best poem and best short story/ first chapter of a novel in two age categories: <18 years of age and 18 – 24 years of age. Author John Marsden, patron of Express Media's, will select the winning entries, which will also be published in the December 2006 issue of Voiceworks magazine. Contact Tel 03 9326 8367 info@expressmedia.org.au Website www.expressmedia.org.au
Closing 31 August

THE KILGOUR PRIZE
Destined to generate its share of controversy, the Kilgour Prize is a bi-annual acquisitive figurative painting prize in honour of the late Jack Noel Kilgour. Well represented in the Newcastle Region Art Gallery collection, Kilgour is known for his academic modernism, with subjects including urban landscapes and portraiture. Financed by the Kilgour bequest, the most outstanding figurative painting as judged by the selection panel will be awarded an acquisitive cash prize of $30,000.
Email artgallery@ncc.nsw.gov.au Website www.ncc.nsw.gov.au
Closing 8 September

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