Saturday, August 25, 2012
Small Grants for Small Rural Communities | Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal
The Small Grants for Small Rural Communities program
offers up to $400,000 per round in grants up to $5,000 for projects and
activities that offer clear public benefit for communities, with populations of
10,000 or less, 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.
Applications are invited
from not-for-profit, incorporated community organisations.
Applications close 30 September
2012
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Apply now for a Royal Agricultural Society Foundation Scholarship
Helping you create a brighter future
for rural NSW
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Rural Scholarships are granted to those actively making a difference in their rural community. There are no age or course limitations. It is essential however, that applicants demonstrate a commitment to creating a better future for rural NSW. Winners will receive $5000 for a full-time scholarship or $1500 for a part-time scholarship. Of the 40 scholarships awarded this year, areas of study included fields as diverse as agriculture, education,
health and engineering. Click here to apply www.rasnsw.com.au/828.htm
JB Fairfax Award for Rural Journalism
This award encourages students who are passionate about rural issues to turn their passion for writing into a career. The winner receives a $10,000 grant as well as internships with Rural Press and the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Click here to apply www.rasnsw.com.au/828.htm
For more information go to rasf.org.au Applications close 30 September 2012.
T: 02 9704 1234 E: foundation@rasf.org.au
ABARES Bega Regional Outlook Conference
Attending the ABARES Bega Regional Outlook conference is your opportunity to
hear from speakers across four sessions on
economic, agricultural, environmental and regional development issues relevant
to your region.
Register today and hear from speakers including Lynne Strong of
Clover Hill Dairies, Joanne Bills of Dairy Australia Ewan McAsh of McAsh
Oysters/ Nuffield Scholar and Andy Myers of OceanWatch Australia.
The conference is an ideal opportunity to network with other
motivated community members, discuss industry trends and make new contacts in
your region.
Join the conversation – Furthering regional Australia’s
future
During the final panel
discussion, panellists and delegates will explore topics such as sea-change and
demographic shifts, regional development, peri-urban expansion, urban-rural
connections, future producers, labour and skills, future industries, new
technologies and social media.
The Way Ahead
The Way Ahead, a directory listing more than 2000
mental health services in NSW, has just been launched online for the first
time: www.wayahead.org.au
Country Arts Support Program
Applications for 2013 program now
open
Small grants for
small locally initiated arts projects in regional NSW
You've got a great idea for a local arts project;
You've been working on something for a while but need help to make it happen;
You see a need in your community for something creative;
or your community group wants to start applying for funding but wants to start on something managable;
You've got the creative stuff, now you just need the cash.
That's where the Country Arts Support Program comes in.
The State Government’s Country Arts
Support Program (CASP) provides small grants to arts and community organisations
in regional NSW for locally initiated projects. CASP funding is a valuable way
to kick start exciting local, on-the-ground arts projects.
Applications for 2013 funding close October 2, 2012.
CASP grants are for small amounts of money (up
to $3000) and are available primarily to cover professional artist’s fees and
their travel and accommodation.
Local projects
funded in the past have included drama workshops, community sculpture making
classes, tours of local theatre and music, artist-in-residence programs, a
playwriting festival, poetry in the caves, exhibitions, public art, new
additions to local arts festivals and lots of other creative, local arts
initiatives.
Any community based incorporated group can
apply. Groups in Central West NSW wishing to apply for the funding should
read the guidelines carefully and must discuss their project with Arts
OutWest before applying.
Download the funding
criteria and contact
Arts OutWest on 02 6338 4657 or email artsoutwest@csu.edu.au
NOTE: The closing dates have moved from February to
October. This will be your only opportunity to apply for CASP for
2013.
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Grants: Country Arts Support Program (CASP)
Applications for 2013 are now open
and close on 2 October 2012 for projects taking place after 1 January
2013.
Applications for the 2013 round of CASP will be
accepted between 1 August and 2 October 2012.
CASP provides small grants to arts and community
organisations and local arts councils in regional NSW for short term, locally
initiated projects. The aims of the program are:
- to assist locally determined cultural activities;
- to increase opportunities for regionally based groups to access a diverse range of arts programs;
- to enable communities to explore and express their cultural identities;
- to encourage communities to work together to develop and participate in cultural experiences;
- to bring social and economic benefits to the community through training, employment and promotional activities; and
- to leads to greater awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity in rural and regional New South Wales.
Latest Edition of The Country Web
This edition showcases many women from throughout New
South Wales who are shining their light in various industries and jobs that up
until recently have been seen as traditionally male areas.
Each of the women tell their own personal story about
how they got into the industry, why they love doing what they do and some of the
challenges and opportunities they have had as a result of their chosen career
path. They share their wisdom and provide some strategies and tips for women and
girls who may be considering a career in related fields.
Also included in this edition is a special 4-page
pullout on the NSW Rural Women's Gathering to be held at Parkes from 12-14
October. You'll also find details for a special commemorative tea towel which
showcases the past 20 years of the NSW Rural Women's Gathering movement.
Read the latest issue online at: www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/rwn/country-web/the-country-web-number-27-spring-2012
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
JB Fairfax Award Scholarship Now Open
Do you know a student who is passionate
about giving rural and regional Australia's current affairs a voice?
The Royal Agricultural Society Foundation's JB Fairfax Award for Rural Journalism aims to encourage university
students to pursue a career in rural journalism upon graduation,. The Award was
established through a private donation from Mr John B Fairfax AO.
The Award includes a scholarship of
$10,000 and practical work experience at Rural Press and the 2013 Sydney Royal
Easter Show. The winning article is also published in a major rural
publication.
Applications are open until 30 September 2012.
Be inspired by Alison Francis and learn how her recent JB Fairfax Award for
Rural Journalism has made a different to her study. Learn
more
Shout Out To All Artists
Spirit of the Land Festival Lockhart has captured the
imagination of the Australian art world
Featuring a National Farm Sculpture award for sculptures created
from recycled farm materials, scrap metal and elements of the land, the $17,000
prize pool is attracting national artists and media worldwide.
It’s a country response to drought and flood and in the six
years since the Festival began it has expanded to include visual arts, country
fare, markets, entertainment and much more.
This year, winners of the indigenous visual arts will have their
work reproduced on a train by GrainCorp as part of their “Pathways
Together.
Anyone who registers their
artwork will be eligible for a return countryLink rail ticker to the Spirit of the Land Lockhart Festival.
So, experience the “mateship “of a small rural community and
the inspirational achievements of those living and working on the land.
The 2012 Spirit of the Land Lockhart Festival is on its way!
October 12th, 13th and 14th, 2012
with more great
Sculptures,
Fine Arts,
Garden Art,
Sillouettes,
and of course the popular
Markets under the Verandahs,
and all day entertainment.
Friday 12th - PICNIC RACES
Come and visit Lockhart and enjoy country hospitality
at the friendliest town in the Riverina.
Can You Sci-ku?
RiAus is delighted to present its third annual sci-ku poetry
competition.
This year we’re looking for
sci-kus with a farming or agricultural theme in recognition of 2012 being the Australian Year of the Farmer. Unleash
your inner poet by submitting your best science haiku.
There are great prizes up for grabs and winning entries will be
displayed on the LED ribbon artwork on the outside of the Science Exchange.
This competition is part of Great Big Science Read 2012 and National
Science Week 2012.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
The 100 Women of Influence awards
There's still time to submit your
nomination for a woman for The 100 Women of Influence awards which aims
to identify bold energetic women, capturing the spirit of change and helping
Australia shape a vibrant and inclusive future.
There
are ten categories of awards including boardroom, philanthropy, regional
Australia, global impact and innovation.
You just have to work with your
nominee and ensure the entry form is complete and your nomination
will be accepted until Friday August 10, 2012.
We know there are lots of wonderful
rural women out there who exert influence so why not nominate one
today!
Saturday, August 4, 2012
Vote NOW for Deadly Awards
The purpose of the Deadly Awards is to recognise the contribution
of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to their community and to Australian
society.
The Deadlys showcases the outstanding achievement of Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islanders and provides identifiable national and local role
models to inspire all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and particularly
our young people.
Central West CMA Photo Competition Now Open
The theme for the 2012 Photo Competition is From the land with love to
celebrate 2012 the Year of the Farmer.
Amateur and professional
photographers of all ages are eligible to submit
entries that to capture the
essence of our diverse and interesting
catchment.
For more info:
www.cw.cma.nsw.gov.au
Entries close 14 September 2012.
Empowering Australia’s Rural Women
Save the Date
The Women’s Symposium – SHINE! EMPOWER! INSPIRE
Five equally passionate and motivated rural women are joining forces this
September to facilitate a Women’s Symposium. The aim is to develop ideas and
methods that inspire their young counterparts to stand-up and be acknowledged as
future industry leaders.
Tuesday September 4
10am to 5pm
K Room in Melbourne’s Parliament
House
The Women’s Symposium aims to identify the key issues preventing or inhibiting women from coming forward and being leaders in their own industry.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Win a Table to the UN Women Australia Lunch
Australian Rugby Union are you giving you the chance to win a table of 10 to the
inaugural UN Women Australia Rugby Lunch, as part of the Bledisloe Cup
Festival.
In 75 words or less tell us about a woman in your Rugby community who is a
leader and deserves to be recognised for their contribution and dedication to
the game. The winning entrant will receive their very own table of 10 (valued at
$1,500 incl GST) to the inaugural UN Women Australia Rugby Lunch on Friday 17
August.
The lunch, part of ARU’s partnership with UN Women Australia, will celebrate
the contribution women make in Rugby and society and raise money for UN Women’s
Boys in Rugby Against Violence Everywhere (BRAVE) initiative, which is based in
the Pacific region.
Hosted by Lisa Wilkinson, the lunch will feature a number of prominent women
from the business and sporting world and will pay special tribute to women who
are role models within their communities.
E-mail your entries to womeninrugby@comp.rugby.com.au
Entries close at 5pm AEST next Wednesday 8 August and the winner will be
announced on the Rugby Club on Fox Sports 3HD and 3 next Thursday 9 August.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the inaugural UN Women Australia
Rugby Lunch as ARU and UN Women Australia work together to support and raise
awareness of Women in Leadership and Sport.
If you’d like to purchase tickets to the Lunch or other events on the
Bledisloe Cup Festival calendar, including the prestigious Bledisloe Ball, you
can do so here (link to - http://bcfestival.floktu.com/).
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