Coonamble Community Markets

Hi

Coonamble Community Markets will be held 7th August (in advance of Fathers Day) and 18th September  (Moorambilla Festival)
Venue will be Castlereagh Street and the fee per stall is $15.  We have reverted to first come first served for the stall sites but please do advise if you are planning to attend so we can add you to the list.

The Moorambilla Markets will be held during the 5th Moorambilla Festival and a large crowd is expected.  We are particularly looking for stalls with an arts/craft focus.

Please let us know if you have any queries

Steve & Row
(Acting Market Coordinators-Coonamble Streets Ahead)
(0437) 271 936

2010 Justice Awards Nominations

NOMINATE FOR THE 2010 JUSTICE AWARDS

Nominations are now open for the 2010 Justice Awards.  
 
The Law and Justice Foundation of NSW holds the annual Awards acknowledging the efforts that individuals and organisations have made to improving access to Justice in NSW, particularly for socially and economically disadvantaged people.
 
Nominate for:  
wThe Justice Medal
wThe Aboriginal Justice Award
wThe Law and Justice Volunteer Award
wThe Pro Bono Partnership Award.  
 
These Awards, along with The Law Society President’s Award, the Combined Community Legal Centres Group Award and the LIAC Centre of Excellence Award will be presented at a Dinner on 14 October 2010.
 
For further information, contact the Law and Justice Foundation of NSW on 02 8227 3200 or www.lawfoundation.net.au/justice_awards  
 
Nominations close on 23 July 2010.

Scholarship Program - Royal Agricultural Society of NSW

BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR RURAL NSW

 
Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Foundation
launches 2010 scholarships program

 
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) Foundation is searching for passionate and enthusiastic people who are determined to make a difference in their rural communities.
 
The RAS Foundation has launched a new series of scholarships, of up to $5,000 each, to assist people living in rural and regional towns across NSW to pursue their dreams of higher education, in turn creating a strong and vibrant community for the future.
 
RAS Foundation Executive Officer Antonia Ruffell says the Foundation aims to break down barriers and give rural people every opportunity possible to study for their chosen career.
 
“There is no limit on the age of the applicant or the types of courses to qualify.
 
“A student could be studying anything from teaching, engineering and physiotherapy to journalism, agricultural science and commerce - and everything in between,” said Ms Ruffell.
 
The criteria covers courses being undertaken at university or TAFE, on campus or by distance learning.
 
Ms Ruffell says the scholarships will help to address the ever increasing skills shortage crippling many rural towns.
 
“Students from rural and regional areas are vastly underrepresented in Australian tertiary institutions. They are more likely than those living in cities to face problems of access and funding in pursuing their education.
 
“It is easy to apply, applicants simply need to fill in the online application form on the RAS Foundation website (www.rasf.org.au) and explain why they are passionate about rural issues,” said Ms Ruffell.
 
Applications are also open for the RAS Foundation specialist scholarship, the third annual    J B Fairfax Award for Rural Journalism.
 
The $10,000 Award encourages undergraduate or postgraduate students to pursue a career in rural journalism and tell the stories of Australian agriculture.
 
RAS Foundation Chairman Mr John B. Fairfax AO says it is important to nurture the future voices of Australian agriculture and ensure quality coverage of rural and regional affairs by Australian journalists.
 
“The Award is designed to attract people who are not merely committed to rural Australia but who are anxious to unearth many of the rich stories that lie hidden within our regional and rural communities.
 
“The rural industry remains a vital part of Australia’s economy and it is important that it is represented with understanding and enthusiasm,” Mr Fairfax said.
 
Each applicant for the Award for Rural Journalism is required to submit a feature article of up to 1200 words which explores a contemporary issue, trend or activity of interest to rural and regional communities.
 
The Award has been established through a private donation from Mr Fairfax, and is managed by the RASF, in collaboration with Rural Press Agricultural Publishing.
 
All applicants must be an Australian citizen or resident and enrolled for study at a registered Australian educational provider.
 
Applications close on 30 September 2010.
 
Funding will be provided for the 2011 academic year.
 
For further information and to lodge an online application please visit  www.rasf.org.au
 
The RAS Foundation is a philanthropic foundation which seeks to encourage educational excellence and foster sustainable rural and regional communities through the provision of grants and scholarships.  
 

Volunteer at Dubbo Telecross Centre

Hello  
We are currently recruiting for Dubbo Telecross Volunteer callers.

Becoming a  Telecross volunteer is very rewarding.
It helps broaden your skills while helping others in our community.
Telecross Volunteers are rostered on a monthly basis to make brief calls to clients between 8.am & 9.am each morning from the convenience of their own home or office.
Full Training & ongoing support is provided.
 
You may also access the Telecross Fact sheet at:
http://www.redcross.org.au/nsw/media/ARC001_Telecross_A4_Fact_Sheet_NSW_Final.pdf
Our next training & orientation session is Friday 16 July 2010.  
Should you know of anyone who may be interested to volunteer -please feel free to refer them or forward this email.
Thank you & Regards
 
 
Kerry Palmer
Regional Community Services Coordinator
85 Wingewarra Street DUBBO NSW 2830
Tel +61 2 6884 7057 | Mob 0427 480 440 | Fax +61 2 6884 3045 | Email kpalmer@redcross.org.au
www.redcross.org.au

Call for artists for International Women's Day

Calling all female authors & artists globally 2011: Next year it will be the centenary of International Women's Day   Would you like to contribute to a special 'Global Arts Initiative' for the 2011 International Women's Day Centenary? Professional to amateur artists and authors welcome. Please submit an expression of interest below to receive further details. And thank you to all those women from around the globe who have kindly responded with their interest to date. The bios from women have been truly incredible, thank you. 200+ women from 25+ countries have responded so far.

 Here is the link:

http://www.internationalwomensday.com/iwd2011_arts.asp

Migrants invited to show their photographic skills

Community Relations Commission For a multicultural NSW       Migrants should show their photographic skills (5 July 2010) The Chair of the Community Relations Commission, Stepan Kerkyasharian, today encouraged members of migrant communities to have a shot at the NSW Parliamentary Plein Air Photographic competition. “The history of the modern development of rural New South Wales is the history of settlement by people of all backgrounds including the Chinese, Italians, Greeks, Germans, Lebanese and Sikhs who are all well known for their contribution to agriculture and rural life in New South Wales. “Today people of every background are increasingly living away from our big cities. Filipinos, Vietnamese, Africans, Maoris and Pacific Islanders are becoming significant players in rural New South Wales. “Photography is a universal art form and I am sure there are great photographers within migrant communities with a love of our countryside who would be very competitive in this competition. “I hope photo enthusiasts, whatever their background or wherever they live, look seriously at this competition. It would be exciting to see photographic works of art by migrants or children of migrants, hanging in Parliament House in Sydney and kept in a permanent collection by the NSW Parliament, portraying our wonderful landscapes”, Mr Kerkyasharian said. The first, second and third prize winning photographs will be acquired by the Parliament and will form the basis of an ongoing photographic collection, depicting aspects of New South Wales life. The winners will be announced at a gala event in parliament House, Sydney, on Thursday 9th September. The prizes are $10,000 (first), $5,000 (second) $3,000 (third) and a special Clerk of the House prize of $1,000. Details of the competition and entry forms are available www.Parliamentaryphotoprize.com.au

Authorised by: Patricia Giannotto, A/ Director, Business Services, Community Relations Commission, 175 Castlereagh Street, Sydney NSW 2000. Tel: 8255 6767. For enquiries about the offers or information contained in the email above, please contact the organisation directly. This email has been sent to you because you are listed in the contacts database of the Community Relations Commission For a multicultural NSW. Disclaimer. Please click here if you do not wish to receive further information from EmailLink

Caring for Country Grants

Community Action Grants are the small grants component of the Australian Government's Caring for our Country initiative that aims to help community groups take action to conserve and protect their natural environment. The grants are targeted towards established community-based organisations which have sustainable farming and/or protecting and enhancing the natural environment as their principal objective.

Investment proposals are sought from environmental, Indigenous, Landcare, Coastcare and sustainable agriculture community groups for grants of between $5000 and $20 000 (GST exclusive) to take action to help protect and conserve Australia's environment. Projects must be completed within 18 months.
The grants are available to groups currently operating in the environmental and sustainable land management arena, and to established and emerging Indigenous organisations. Individuals are not eligible to apply for Community Action Grants.
Community Action Grants support local activities such as tree planting, re-vegetation, dune rehabilitation, field days, improving land management practices, and recording and use of traditional ecological knowledge.
For full details see: http://www.nrm.gov.au/cag/index.html

Support Worker Position

 
Operation Courage Domestic Violence Support Worker Permanent Part-time (21hours/week) located in Orange.
 
Applications close 4pm  23 July 2010. Aboriginal applicants are encourage to apply.
 
Operation Courage is crisis accommodation model, designed to meet the needs, preferences and safety concerns of women and their children experiencing domestic violence in Orange, NSW.
 
The service offers women and their children, services to support and empower them to escape the cycle of domestic violence.
 
Information packages are available by contacting the administration office on 02 63603433 or via email to admin@ctha.com.au or
by visiting  http://www.ctha.com.au/projects_operationcourage.html
 

Regional Arts Fund 2011 open now!

Regional Arts Fund 2011
Applications are now being accepted for the Regional Arts Fund (NSW), one
of the key funding sources for arts and cultural activities in regional, rural and
remote communities of NSW.
Funding is available for 2011 projects in the categories of New Initiatives,
Partnerships and Residencies and Mentorships. Funding is available for one or two
year projects. Applications for the Regional Arts Fund (NSW) close on Friday 13
August 2010.
Talk to Arts OutWest for advice on putting together an application and for a letter of
support for your project.
Information packs including instructions, guidelines and application forms for the
Regional Arts Fund are available and can be downloaded from the Regional Arts
NSW website www.regionalartsnsw.com.au/grants/raf

Australian Rural Leadership Program- Course 18 applications open

ARLP Course 18 - Applications Now Open
 
Do you know a work colleague or community member that would benefit from participation in the Australian Rural Leadership Program?  A rural leader that could add value to the LEAD network and the work of the 500+ Foundation Fellows working in and for rural, regional and remote Australia?
 
Applications for the Australian Rural Leadership Program course 18 are OPEN NOW - go to http://www.rural-leaders.com.au/programs/arlp/194
For your information (and to forward on to potential candidates), I have attached the ARLP promo brochure and application package for C18.  
 

Significant dates

DATE	C 18 RECRUITMENT ACTIVITY
31 July 2010	Applications close
August 2010	Application review by selection panel
September – October 2010	Candidate interviews
December 2010	ARLP C18 participant list finalised
17 – 29 May 2011	ARLP C18 commences in the Kimberley