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Sally Branson new RADO for South West

1 October 2002

Sally Branson is the new RADO for South West Arts, based in Hay.

Sally has a great knowledge of, and passion for country communities, developed from both grass roots and professional experience.

Sally's most recent role was as a regional and rural political advisor in Victoria and she has held positions on consultation boards and councils to State and Federal Governments and Oppositions representing regional interests and focusing on community based strategic planning.

Sally has tertiary qualifications in Art and Art History, Political Science, Public Affairs, and Sociology. At university she studied arts and arts management, rural and regional Australian concerns, and public affairs - with a focus on building social capital.

Sally's arts background developed through community involvement in the arts and central Victorian arts organisations, including her role as choir leader of the Bendigo Youth Choir. Her enthusiasm grew throughout her tertiary education when she was Cultural Convener for St Hilda's College, and as a result of her professional experience at the National Gallery of Victoria where she was enlisted into the 'Top Cats' program.

"I'm very happy to have joined the team of NSW RADOs at such exciting time for the South West and for the arts in New South Wales," said Sally.

"I have a firm belief that it is public involvement and participation which establishes ties in communities. And that's what will ensure a healthy future for regional Australia. So I'm delighted to have been appointed as Regional Arts Development Officer for the South West."

Sally can be contacted at the South West Arts office on 02 6993 2010 Email ceo@southwestarts.com.au.