Dubbo Artz Inc.

PO Box 356 Dubbo NSW 2830

ABN: 26 873 857 048 www.dubboartz.org.au

Secretary – Leonie Ward

Phone or Fax: 6882 6852 Mobile: 0409 826 850

Email: hopetoun-ward@bigpond.com

President – Di Clifford Phone: 6882 0498 Email: di.clifford15@gmail.com

Newsletter August-September 2015

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As It Is – From Di Cultural activities do sustain and nourish us and here we are,

assuming survival mode in a challenging Dubbo winter.

Looking at what our vibrant local groups provide, and

professional touring companies bring to Town, we will be

sustained very heartily as we wait for springtime's warmth to

bring more cheer.

*The Dubbo Cultural Forum, well supported by many

community organisations (as is intended) is proving to be a

breeding ground for new and progressive ideas. One fairly

obvious notion is, to borrow from Gilgandra's example, the

advent of a designated role for a Cultural Development

Officer within the Dubbo City Council (DCC). This seems

all the more significant and vital with Dubbo's role as host of

ARTLANDS 2016, the Regional Arts Australia Conference

to be held in our fair city on October 26-30, 2016. As there

will be a fringe festival around this major event, where local

groups will become involved, interest is mounting right now

and a Cultural Development Officer would assist in

managing this enthusiasm and ideas being offered to our

visitors from around Australia for Artlands.

* Following on from the advent of our colourful rhinos

around the city, DCC has shown strong initiative in

developing its 'Ignite' scheme, inviting citizens to suggest

beautification-type ideas for the CBD of Dubbo. Is it

possible to emulate the examples shown in Adelaide,

Ballarat, Brisbane, Fremantle, Hobart, Leura, Melbourne,

Sydney and other centres? Pedestrian-friendly venues are

indeed appreciated. The new Brisbane-Dubbo flight

connection seems like an interesting idea.

* It is pleasing to see streetscapes being enhanced. The

mighty Macquarie River and environs are looking well-

cared-for, as are the Biodiversity and Shoyoen Gardens.

Those who walk, jog or cycle from Town to Dundullimal or

Taronga Western Plains Zoo probably find this a much more

pleasurable experience than 5-10 years ago.

*Our dearly loved DRTCC, WPCC and other popular

venues continue to schedule interesting programs for our

collective enjoyment; many weekends offer amazing

choices. The theatre continues to run at a high level of

achievement, with ticket sales 5% above the state average.

New sponsors are coming on board, so the future of this

great facility does appear to be assured.

* One idea being tossed about is that of creating a restaurant

at DRTCC. A feasibility study may show that this is not the

best scheme, for logistical and practical reasons. Our many

cafes and restaurants already cater well for regular patrons,

special celebrations and their staff do take attentive care of

'pre-theatre' customers.

* A progressive idea with many commercial and social

benefits is the Evocity scheme, where hundreds of families

have been attracted to Dubbo from major centres to the

east. We welcome these adventurous folk, and hope that

they are being happily absorbed into the wonderful cultural

vibe which we enjoy in Dubbo and the central west.

At Dubbo Artz we look forward to hearing of any of your

ideas for the further development of Dubbo's creative-artistic

scene. Getting involved in an area of interest is always

rewarding!

Di Clifford - President

25TH WEEKEND OF JAZZ

7-9 AUGUST 2015 Dubbo Jazz celebrates 25 year of jazz with a

FREE weekend of jazz around town. So tune in your ears, join in the fun and swing

thru the weekend. Fri 7 August 6-9pm - 25th Free Weekend Welcome David Harvey jazz guitar & The Chalkies The Monkey Bar Lower Wingewarra St Dinner bookings: 02 6884 4949 enquiry@themonkeybar.com.au Sat 8 August 12-2.30pm - Lazy Jazz Lunch $50pp New Orleans themed - Jordan C Thomas Band Lazy River Estate 29R Old Dubbo Rd Bookings essential: 6882 2111 events@lazyriverestate.com.au Sat 8 August 6-8pm - Reflections Dinner Jazz David Harvey jazz guitar Reflections Restaurant Quality Inn 165 Whylandra St Dubbo Reservations: 6882 4777 reservations@qualityinndubbo.com.au Sat 8 August 8.30-11pm - Free Fireside Party Jazz Jam Come along and play! Quality Inn 165 Whylandra St Dubbo Beer, Cocktails, finger food & Fireside jazz Sun 9 August 10am-12noon - Sunday Jazz Brunch Jordan C Thomas Solo Outlook Café WPCC - 76 Wingewarra St Dubbo Reservations: 02 6884 7977 theoutlookcafe@hotmail.com BANDS Jordan C Thomas Band – Guitar, vocals, bass, drums, trumpet. Fresh and authentic swingin’ smooth jazz. David Harvey – A solo acoustic guitarist who knows his way around the fretboard whose influences include Django Reinhardt & Bruce Mathiske. The Chalkies - Local band that loves to play trad to recent jazz. Supported by: Dubbo Jazz Club, Dubbo City Council, Dubbo

PhotoNews, What’s On In Dubbo, Quality Inn Dubbo, Lazy

River Estate, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Outlook Café,

The Monkey Bar, Macquarie Conservatorium, Commercial

Hotel, and Dubbo Artz.

More info: info@dubbojazz.com.au | www.dubbojazz.com.au |

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Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre

www.drtcc.com.au

Work Experience Student in the Spotlight Lights, cues and action! The glittering glamour of theatre has always

fascinated me, and now here I am, in my fourth fabulous day of work

experience with the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre.

As soon as I was standing outside the hugely impressive building, I

knew I wouldn’t want to leave, and then I met the crew and my

attachment to this culturally enriching centre of arts quadrupled.

My first day I spent with the technical team who were busy bumping

in the Australian Dance Theatre’s Be Your Self - a thought provoking

performance which (with the help of professional bits of string and

magic...) suspended disbelief and spoke a language that everyone

can understand, conveying their main message of the human body as

an ultimately complex machine of nature- a unique generator of its

own being and importance. Deep, I know... I was - and still am - in

awe of how beautiful and intricately complicated of a job the crew

did and have had to do to make a show gain the trust and belief of

the audience (the most important people in the theatre). David

Brown (Technical and Production Co-ordinator) took the time to tour

me around backstage, onstage, around stage, upside-downstage,

answering all of my questions and telling me the fascinating works

of the unseen theatre. Did you know that it is unlucky to whistle

onstage? This is because when the flymen were working up above,

they would use a system of low whistles to communicate instructions

of operating the counterweight flying system. Luke Austin (Venue

Technician) explained, to my complete fascination, the workings of

audio systems, patching and sound desks and openly answered my

numerous questions. The absolute beauty of the complexities of

unseen theatre cannot be conveyed on paper- you’ll have to

experience it yourself. I am very thankful to the team who all told

me of their many experiences with theatre and were open and

friendly. Even through the rush of a busy bump in, they found time

to help me out. I would like to also especially thank Bill Hopper

(Casual Technician) and David McCrae (Venue Technician) whose

stories and work I found enthralling. Quite literally, everyone I met

had a story to tell, and I am glad that for a week, I get to be a part of

this family. On my second day, I was with the technical team again

and found it just as fun as the first day. I stayed and watched the

show, sitting at the sound desk with the dance troupe who again were

open to enquiries and even let me listen in on the cues during the

performance! The Stage Manager Lucy allowed me to stand with her

during rehearsal and light check, and had a holistic view of how

shows come together –that is with a lot of work from everyone - for

this I am very appreciative. On the third day, I was Linda Christof’s

(Manager) shadow. She took me along to see a meeting with the

Musical Director of the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra who had

chosen Dubbo Regional Theatre as their only regional concert later

in the year. This was interesting to see, as all of the little bits started

to connect. A show doesn’t just go onto a stage, there is a big

process. And I mean BIG. Well, to me it was anyway, it’s just life to

the folks here. Linda also took me to her radio interview with

Richard Perno, which inspired my public speaking dreams further. In

short, this radio man is good - you’re very lucky Dubbo. I am

motivated by how much work the administration team do, so happy

to see how close they are and how well they work together and again

am thankful to how open they are to me, and how much work they

have put in for my experience. And now as I sit swivelling in a

spiny chair in the Box Office next to the lovely Kathy, I appreciate

the many passionate people who have stood the excruciatingly

difficult test to get into this harsh but rewarding industry. Well done

to all of these wonderful, intellectual hard workers -and Dubbo,

(again) you are very lucky to have such a fantastic theatre and

convention centre.

Truthfully, honestly and sincerely, Rosie Yapp, a work experience

kid.

PS I did not pay Rosie to make those lovely comments about our

team! Rosie stood out to our staff as an intelligent, inquisitive and

hardworking young lady. A credit to her parents and her teachers

and a delight to have around! Linda (Manager)

A Stunning Classical Triple Bill featuring

Swan Lake - Friday 7 @ 8pm Saturday 8 August @ 1.30pm

Sex with Strangers

Tuesday 11 August @ 7.30pm

Mother, Wife and the

Complicated Life Saturday 16 August @7.30pm

Saturday 22 August @ 8pm

Friday 25 September @ 8pm

Check out more fantastic shows for

August and September at

www.drtcc.com.au

FESTIVAL

ubbo

egional

ntertainment

rts

usic

16-25 October 2015

We have some excellent

events lined up for the 2015

Festival, but would like to

encourage all groups

associated with the arts in

the Dubbo Region to be

involved.

If your group would like to

be involved in the 2015

Festival, we would be most

interested to hear from you.

It does not have to be a

grand event - maybe doing a

30 minute music session at a

café, poetry reading along

the river, an introduction to

music session, a one act play,

wood turning display, opening

up the Orchid Centre during

the Night Markets etc.

The DREAM Festival will be

able to promote your

event and draw attention to your group.

If you would like to be part

of the 2015 DREAM

Festival, please email and

outline of your event ASAP

to: info@dreamfest.com.au Looking forward to hearing

from you.

Kind Regards

2015 DREAM Festival

Committee

http://www.drtcc.com.au/http://www.drtcc.com.au/mailto:info@dreamfest.com.au

ADFAS Australia Decorative and Fine Arts Society

Dubbo and District All Lectures are held on Monday evenings at

6.30pm at the Wesley Centre Church St Dubbo

Enquiries: Bruce Gray - 0419 200 795

Invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy our

SPRING LONG LUNCH Dubbo Racecourse

Saturday 17 October – 11.30am to 3pm $50/person includes: champagne, canapés, luncheon,

desserts and entertainment. Book now with: Sharyn Hunter on 0427 843 246 or

Email rogerandsharyn@bigpond.com Strictly limited ticket numbers - Bookings close: 2 October

Gabriella, 4, diagnosed with

Wilms’ Tumour, wished to have a cubby house

Make A Wish Dubbo raises funds and co-ordinates the granting of wishes to children in our area. We might be Dubbo based but we cover a large part of regional New South Wales. In recent times we’ve seen wishes come true for children in Parkes, Forbes, Wellington and Dubbo. Make A Wish Dubbo works to raise funds to grant wishes for children in need by holding a few major fund raisers each year. This year we will be hosting a ‘Spring Long Lunch’ to be held at the Dubbo Racecourse on Saturday 17 October 2015. Tickets will cost $50 per person and numbers are strictly limited. The day will commence with sparkling champagne and canapés, followed by a beautiful luncheon and local entertainment. One highlight of the day will be the drawing of our raffle for two return flights to Brisbane very kindly donated by Jetgo Australia. To reserve a ticket for our ‘Long Lunch’ please contact Sharyn Hunter on 0427 843 246 or email rogerandsharyn@bigpond.com. It is sad to see young, vulnerable children cut down by an illness that threatens their very future. To make a wish come true and to see the joy those wishes bring to those ill children is a heart-warming experience and that makes it all worthwhile.

Australia - Dubbo Branch

AUGUST 24 With Toby Faber

For two hundred years, workshops in the small Northern Italian town of Cremona produced violins and other string instruments which remain the most desirable in the world. This lecture traces the story of that Golden Age, beginning with Andrea Amati in the 1560’s and following through the generations to the death of Antonio Stradivari in 1737. Looking at the shape of the violin, the principles behind it and the methods and innovations of its construction.

21 SEPTEMBER

We will flow with the current of the river from its beginnings as a muddy puddle to its magnificent merging with the sea. Paintings by artists past and present will open our eyes to the beauty of the river. As the river snakes its way towards the sea, the movement of the water and the shape of the landscape change. Individual artists are attracted to particular rivers because that place reflects a fundamental dream that they have about life, for Constable it was the River Stour, for Whistler it was the Thames and Boyd loved the Shoalhaven River.

With Alexandra

Drysdale

Since 1985, Make A Wish Australia has been making wishes come true for children battling life-threatening medical conditions. The wishes are seen as a powerful psychological intervention that provides the ill children with hope for the future, strength to face the challenges of their illness and joy from the wish experience. We have granted over 8,000 wishes throughout Australia. About 2,000 children are diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses each year and we are determined to grant the wish of every eligible child.

Orana Country Music Inc Annual General Meeting

Sunday 16 August – 2pm Dubbo RSL Club - Brisbane St Dubbo

All Welcome The Orana Country Music Association meets at the Dubbo

RSL Club on the last Sunday of every Month from 2pm until

6pm. Bring an instrument, your voice, perform a couple of

songs or just enjoy being part of the audience, and it's FREE.

Enquiries: Craig Manderson – 0421 501 954

Annual General Meeting Tuesday 8 September - 7.30pm

Macquarie Conservatorium All Welcome

Big Band Weekend - 9-11 October Commercial Hotel Dubbo

Featuring Great Western Plains Big Band More info: info@dubbojazz.com.au

With Alexandra Drysdale

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7 & 8, 14 &15 August - 7.30pm

Wesley Community Centre Church St Dubbo

Do you love the idea of seeing a Shakespeare play but find the whole thing a bit boring? Well, this is the show for you! Nothing "classical about this" —The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) has condensed the Bard’s masterpieces into ninety minutes of fast paced frivolity. Yep that’s right - all of Shakespeare in 90 minutes. The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) is a show ready to delight aficionados and Shakespearian sceptics alike. Just so that you know though, this show does include adult themes and mild course language.

Tickets available at Indulge on Macquarie 76 Macquarie St or online at www.whp.org.au

By arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia P/L, on behalf of Paradigm, New York

EVENTS for AUGUST and SEPTEMBER 2015

All at Macquarie Conservatorium, Cnr Darling & Bultje Sts Dubbo More info: www.macqcon.org.au - 6884 6686

All tickets available from Conservatorium office & at the door

Grigoryan Brothers: This Time - Concert: Sunday 2 August 3.00pm The Grigoryan Brothers, Australia’s most respected guitar duo, return to Dubbo to perform works from their latest album, This Time. Slava and Leonard Grigoryan perform music from many genres - Latin, jazz, folk and contemporary, showcasing their improvisational skills alongside their technical brilliance. Adult $29 / Concession $24 / Family of 4 $55 / School student $7

Guitar Masterclass with the Grigoryan Brothers Sunday 2 August 12.00pm Acoustic guitar students and players, teachers and music lovers are all welcome to attend this masterclass. Slava and Leonard Grigoryan are two of Australia’s most outstanding guitar performers, with extensive experience in a broad range of genres and styles. $7 entry for all participants & audience

Children’s musical: Nightingale 23 August 4pm & 24 August 10am & 6pm Come along to the latest show from our Youth Music Theatre Workshop! This delightful children’s musical is based on the Hans Christian Andersen fairytale of The Emperor and the Nightingale. Featuring a pair of squabbling Ministers, a bossy Cook and a cheeky Poacher, this sparkling musical will delight audiences young and old. All tickets: $5 children / adult / concession

Janet Seidel Trio Concert: Friday 11 September 7.30pm The Janet Seidel Trio is a unique acoustic trio playing a wide repertoire from jazz standards to classic pop, Latin and even country. The smooth vocals and accomplished piano of Janet Seidel, the brilliant vibe of Chuck Morgan’s guitar and ukulele, and the swinging double bass style of David Seidel combine for an unforgettable audience experience. Their style is inspired by Nat King Cole, Peggy Lee, Doris Day, Blossom Dearie, Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, refined to create a signature sound of their own. Adult $29 / Concession $24 / Family of 4 $55 / School student $7

Ukulele Workshops with Chuck Morgan, Janet Seidel Trio Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 September A unique, hands-on experience for ukulele lovers, or anyone who would like to have a go at playing this user-friendly instrument. The workshop consists of sessions held over two days, led by Chuck Morgan of the Janet Seidel Trio. The workshop concludes with a casual jam session at Macquarie Conservatorium’s Open Day. This workshop is open to players of all ages, adults and youth from 10 years, and all skill levels, from beginner to advanced, no previous experience necessary. Details of workshop sessions and fees coming soon: email info@macqcon.org.au for update

Open Day at Macquarie Conservatorium Sunday 13 September from 1pm - FREE Experience music in action at Macquarie Conservatorium’s Open Day. Program includes: Band Extravaganza featuring Dubbo school bands Round-the clock performances by instrumental and vocal students and ensembles. Come and Try sessions: intro-to-music for pre-schoolers, drumming for all ages, and other fun hands-on music activities. Free entry, refreshments on sale, info available on 2016 programs. Come along & find out what music activity is right for you! Detailed schedule of Open Day activities will be available soon at www.macqcon.org.au

WESTERN PLAINS CULTURAL CENTRE

Saturday 26 September 10am to 2pm

If you are a talented local who would like to hold a stall or showcase your musical talent at the

Western Plains Cultural Centre’s Handmade Art Markets

Call WPCC 6801 4444 to book your stall space or for further information

Please note: Goods sold must be made locally. Goods must be sold by the producer,

or close friend or family. WPCC reserves the right to select stallholders.

Selected Stalls will be contacted to confirm place

Hand Made Art Markets

http://www.whp.org.au/http://www.macqcon.org.au/mailto:info@macqcon.org.auhttp://www.macqcon.org.au/

27 JULY Presented by Barry Venning

Dubbo Art and Craft Society Cottage Shop & Gallery - 137 Cobra St Dubbo Dubbo’s very own Independent Craft Cottage “Looking Forward to Spring”

Warm handmade garments, warm beanies. Patchwork quilts; so many articles to view or purchase.

Come and browse the large range of fine gifts

Open 10am to 4pm 'If the flags are out - there's art about'

Please ask about craft groups and activities available in our cottage

Phone: 6881 6410

CHICKEN DIARIES Art Exhibition

7 August to 8 September Illustrating stories about a fanciful flock of chickens and their friends

Opening Night – 7 August – 6pm to 8pm

DUNDULLIMAL HOMESTEAD

Exhibition Open Tuesday to Saturday 11am – 3pm

National Trust Museum & Café 23L Obley Rd Dubbo

6884 9984

Saturday 19 September – 8pm @ The Pastoral Hotel

Bobby Shades Civil Hands

Renate Jane Brandon

Troutman

Comments from the audience were most encouraging. Overall this was seen as a polished entertaining performance, thanks to the hard work of all members, and particularly our leader, Dennis Wilson. Dennis plays a mean bass uke, which underpins each song and adds enormously to the quality of the sound. We had supportive responses on Facebook from far and wide. These include Brisbane, Colac (Vic), Dublin, Bundanoon, Kiama, Lithgow, Katoomba, Newcastle, Sydney and more! In response to this performance we had many enquiries from prospective players. Numbers are building for the commencement of a new beginners group on Saturday mornings. As soon as there is a group, the second intake will begin. If you are thinking of joining, make contact and we can add you to our list. The term 1 2015 beginners have now all progressed into the main group and performed with us on Saturday 25 at the Cultural Centre Art Markets. The Lust for Live performances are also on our schedule, as is the Multicultural Festival, so watch out for the happy hatty ukers at these events!

Brenda Lesueur - 0409 663 081

Proudly Presents

The Bitter Sweethearts Heidi and The Hooligans Davesway Gabrielle Friday 14 August – 8pm @ The Macquarie Inn – Dubbo

Red Earth Ukes

Red Earth Ukes are strumming up a storm! We have been amazed by the response to our performance in support of Putty Road in the Jacaranda Room, Dubbo RSL on June 21.

flavour. Something for everyone and every session is different.

Recently a newcomer to DFC suddenly found himself singing

along to Connemara Cradle Song, ‘If I were a Blackbird’,

‘Diamantina Drover’ and more, even though he thought they

were items unknown to him.

The Putty Road Duo presented two absorbing sets of songs and

tunes at their very successful concert on June 21. It is pleasing to

note that Putty Road will be performing at the highly respected

Fleurieu Festival in South Australia on October 24-6. DFC

thanks the Red Earth Ukes for filling the role of support act for

Putty Road. Popular song choices meant that the crowd sang

along with the new U3A group and provided a useful vocal

'warm-up' experience for Jane and Amanda, the Putty Road

duo.

Fans of Irish - Australian music and other proud traditions will

flock to Yass for the Turning Wave Folk Festival on

September 18-20. This festival grows stronger every year.

Gulgong Folk Festival has extended its dates to January 1-2-3,

2016. Bob Campbell, a Gulgong musical legend, is assembling some fine talent for this program. DFC recommends your

attendance. Dates for your Diary:

Dubbo Folk Club AGM Sunday 9 August - 1.30pm

Western Star Hotel - North Dubbo - Session to follow - 2.30pm

Regular acoustic session - Sunday 13 September - 2.30pm

Informal sessions are held on the second Sunday of each month.

Western Star Hotel, except for October - Tombstone Winery

and December - Wongarbon Tavern - Everyone welcome

Di Clifford – Secretary 6882 0498

Dubbo Bridge Club Meets to play Bridge: Wednesdays at 9-45 a.m.

Thursdays at 7-00 p.m. Saturdays at 1-00 p.m.

4th Monday of each month at 10-00 a.m. (full day)

Dubbo Bridge Club Hall Elston Park - Bultje St Dubbo Contact: Jane North - 68825107

The Midnite Café shows TED talks every first Saturday of the

month, schedule live music for every second Saturday, and host

Open Mic nights the fourth Saturday night. Midnite Café is a

late night cafe where creativity is encouraged; a not for profit

grassroots project run by an eclectic team of volunteers whose

aim is to create an ideal conversation space using music, coffee

and art as tools. We welcome community groups/members who

would like to host activities that are in tune with the Midnite

Café ethos to contact us.

For more info www.themidnitecafe.org

Or call Matilda on 0439345914.

Artists have long featured animals in their work to communicate everything from domestic affection to violent life-and-death struggles. Representations of animals offer opportunities to explore daily life and symbolic – often fantastic – associations, and they also introduce important social and ethical issues. Both entertaining and thought-provoking, this considers humankind’s relationship with the greater animal kingdom. A body of work has been produced by Hunter-based artist Peter Gardiner specifically for this exhibition project during a residency at Taronga Western Plains Zoo. The exhibition also includes works from the WPCC collection and works from the Lake Macquarie Art Gallery's collection.

Emergence profiles up and coming Wiradjuri artists. It pays witness to the innovation, diversity and cultural significance of a distinct Wiradjuri visual language. Every eight weeks, Emergence will feature a new emerging artist, examining those who are using art to explore the land, its people and its nature and in the process those who transcend stereotypes.

Scanlines comes from the archive of dLux MediaArts, one of Australia’s foremost media and screen arts organisations. This selection of works spans a period of thirty years, from the activities of the Super 8 Collective right through to the video and new media practitioners of today. Scanlines demonstrates that new media has both informed and responded to Australian culture. As well as highlighting the recent tradition of media art, Scanlines is designed to make accessible the philosophy and techniques of new media practice.

EXHIBITIONS

Live music in Dubbo seems to be more

and more accessible, which is great

news for music fans, who can now find

more of their favourite genres. At the

informal acoustic sessions presented

monthly by Dubbo Folk Club you may

hear songs with a traditional or

country, pop, Celtic, gospel or other

http://www.themidnitecafe.org/

The Sun Records All Stars

Dubbo Field Naturalist &

Conservation Society Fostering interest, knowledge and enjoyment in natural history and conservation since 1977

www.dubbofieldnats.org.au

www.facebook.com/dubbofieldnats

UPCOMING EVENTS AUGUST Friday 14: Birds & Botany: Trip to Gilgandra

Flora Reserve to see what is in flower. 8.00am start from Gipps Street, because of distance, home via back tracks. Bring lunch. RSVP: Janis 6887 2692 Tuesday 18: Social Meeting. Speaker: NSW

OEH Threatened Species talk, TBC Wednesday 19: Science Week School Project

with the Taronga Western Plains Zoo: Grey crowned babbler project. Leader: Tim Hosking Saturday 23: TBC National Science Week and

Sustainable City Expo—DFNCS stall Fri/Sat/Sun 28/29/30 Campout Field Trip:

Camp to Cocoparra National Park, Griffith. Time to get some proper Mallee on! Trip Leader: Janice Hosking 0438 600 837 Link to NPWS Cocoparra page

SEPTEMBER Monday 1: National Wattle Day

http://www.wattleday.asn.au Friday 11: Birds & Botany Trip: Goonoo with

the U3A Plant class.12 noon. If we have rain, there will be lots in flower! Bring lunch, chair, etc. Confirm with Janis 6887 2692. Tuesday 15: Social Meeting Speaker: Michael

Sutherland, General Manager NSW, Alkane Resources Ltd will speak about the outcome of the biodiversity surveys, in particular the Pink-tailed worm-lizard, flagship species for the Dubbo Zirconia Project at Toongi. Mallee-fowl monitoring in the Goonoo Forest

postponed from 20 September to 17/18 October 2015. Tim Burnard and Joe Benshemesh will provide training again this year, essentially the same as that provided last year. This will be an opportunity for revision and to ask questions and review field experiences.

Dubbo Field Naturalists viewing a Mallee-fowl Mound

in Goonoo Forest

CONTACT: Tim Hosking 0438 600 837

APRIL 20 25 MAY Presented by Charles Harris

WEST WORDS 2015 September 11-13

Western Plains Cultural Centre Wingewarra St Dubbo NSW.

The Outback Writers’ Centre is passionate about building a vibrant, accessible, cultural environment for regional NSW writers. WestWords 2015 brings the best industry professional to Dubbo to demystify the publication process, provide opportunities for writers to both develop their craft and pitch to publishers.

WestWords is committed to providing free events in its program. Seating for panels is offered on a ‘first in best dressed’ basis. Tickets for all other events can be purchased

online at http://www.stickytickets.com.au/Westwords2015 We advise online bookings as workshop seats, critique and pitching opportunities are

limited and we cannot guarantee you a place.

Friday 11 1pm-5pm - Community Arts Centre WPCC - Workshop: Creating Compelling Characters. Presented by Val Clark - Cost: $40 7pm-10pm - Outlook Cafe WPCC - West Ward Words: Open mike with prizes. Guest poet: Mike Ladd. (Poetica ABC National Radio) - Free Event

Saturday 12 9am - 10.15am - Community Arts Centre WPCC - Workshop: Travel Writing with Sue Write - Cost: $70 9am - 10.15am - Auditorium WPCC - Panel: 'Traditional Publishers? Headed for Extinction?' Is there a future for the physical book? With Rochelle Fernandez (Harper Collins), Dr David Reiter (IP), Marty Green (Pantera Press) Free Event 10.30am - 11.45am - Auditorium WPCC - Panel: 'Publish or Perish?' Pathways to publishing. How successful are DIY authors? With Rochelle Fernandez, Dr David Reiter, Marty Green - Free Event 12.15pm - 1.30pm - Auditorium WPCC - Panel: 'Publishers, what they are looking for and how to impress them' with Rochelle Fernandez, Dr David Reiter, Marty Green. Free Event 2.30pm-6.30pm - Community Arts Centre - Workshop: 'Poetry with Mike Ladd' - Cost: $40 2.30pm - 4.30pm - Community Arts Centre - Workshop: 'Gilgandra to the Globe' with Kerry Phipps - Cost $20 2.30pm - 4.30pm - Community Arts Centre - Rochelle Rernandez will be taking pitches for Harper Collins - Cost: $20 2.30pm - 4.30pm - Community Arts Centre - Dr David Reiter will be taking pitches for IP.

Sunday 13 9am-12noon - Community Arts Centre - Workshop: 'Writing for Children, Getting it Right the First Time' with Dr David Reiter - Cost: $40 9am-11am - Community Arts Centre - Round table discussion: 'Nailing the Synopsis' With Rochelle Fernandez. 6 places - Cost: $20 10am-12noon and 1pm-3pm - Community Arts Centre - Travel Writing Critiques with Sue White - Cost $70 11.30am -12noon - Community Arts Centre - Pitch with Rochelle Fernandez (Harper Collins) Cost $20 12.30pm -2.30pm - WPCC Auditorium - Surviving Submission Spur with Rochelle Fernandez, Dr David Reiter, Marty Green. First chapters are read to a panel of publishers. How long will yours survive before all three panellists say STOP? Valuable, on the spot feedback from panellists will spur you on to making your manuscript more attractive to a publisher. Cost: Authors submitting must be members of OWC. $25pa Audience Free.

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Further information or to go on our e-list email outbackwriters@gmail.com

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Join the Action in Term 3

Most classes are held at the centrally

located Western Plains Cultural Centre

Find us at www.dubbo.u3anet.org.au

Or call Col on 6887 8245

UNIVERSITY OF THE

THIRD AGE – DUBBO

PROVIDING A UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE FOR

SENIORS FOR OVER 20 YEARS

St Brigids Parish in association with

Dubbo Christian School and St Johns College

present

Live in Concert Friday 14 August – 7pm

Supported by

Dubschools A’cappella South Star A’cappella

St Brigids Church 198 Brisbane St Dubbo

Adults $25 Concession $20

www.ticketbo.com.au/stbrigids

Tickets also available at the door No allocated seating

Adult A’cappella Workshop – Thursday 13

St Brigids Church – 6pm to 8.30pm School Workshops will be held on Thursday 13 & Friday 14 August

To book workshops or for further information please contact:

Paul Dunn – 0410640760

the idea north o f

THE 11th LATIN AMERICAN

FILM FESTIVAL 12 feature films from 12 Latin American countries.

Saturday 29 August - 9.30am to 9.50pm Sunday 30 August - 9.30am to 9.30pm Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre

Free Community Event No booking required except for the Official Opening and Reception The Dubbo Film Society’s major event for the year will hit the screen at the Dubbo Regional Theatre on 29 and 30 August when it hosts the 11th Latin American Film Festival. The President of Dubbo Film Society said “We are extremely excited to be able to present this film festival which up until now has only been shown in the capital cities and Wollongong. It pays to have contacts in the City’s arts world as local film writer Kellie Jennar has directed her contact from the Uruguayan Embassy who was looking to hold the festival in a regional centre this year, to consider Dubbo and as luck would have it, we now have the opportunity to bring this unique event to the City”. “This festival is a big commitment for the Film Society as it will be a free community event and therefore could attract a lot of interest from local film goers” Steve Clayton continued. “ We were keen to be a part of this festival and while we are underwriting most of the cost in partnership with sponsors, we are hopeful that local film lovers will see the intrigue of foreign country films and we would love to welcome new members to our group.” he said. The Latin American Film Festival screens over two days and packs twelve films into the program, all subtitled, and each from a different country and preceded by a short film about the country of origin. The Festival will be attended by His Excellency Ambassador Pedro Villagra from Argentina and Dean of the Diplomatic Corp who will both introduce the Argentine film at 5.05pm on Saturday and officially open the Festival at 7.30pm followed by the Uruguayan comedy ‘Mr Kaplan’.

Full details of the Latin American Film Festival can be viewed at www.dubbofilmsociety.com or

www.facebook.com/DubboFilmSociety. For further information contact:

enquiries@dubbofilmsociety.com .

and the Council on Australia

Latin America Relations

Presents

This song theme is a salute to the Dubbo Jazz Club, which celebrates 25th year of Festival presentations in 2015. Some people may say that they do not like jazz, but songs and tunes with a swing and an interesting rhythm do have wide appeal. It is a joy to watch young children respond to jazz music! If anyone is interested in adding more singing and fun to their weekly routine, Palmer Street Singers would like to hear from them. Singing a’cappella is a worldwide trend, with the comfort of initially learning songs SATB with the aid of a piano. A touch of music-reading skill is useful, but not totally essential. Repertoire covers many styles and genres. Snatches of foreign languages are attempted at times, where appropriate in a certain song. A passion for singing is the strongest motivator within this choir! * So, to discuss joining the very active Palmer Street Singers, simply phone Di Clifford on 6882 0498. Practice is held on Wednesday evenings, 5.45pm-7pm. Gigs are usually daytime events, but occasionally performances are requested for other times. Don't be shy. Come along and sing!! It feels good, and spreads joy.

Jenny Parker

This group of talented and busy a'cappella singers has been performing Carols for 'Christmas in July' at various centres around town and in Narromine, recently. Meanwhile, practices continue, with a fresh 'Jazz and Gospel’ repertoire being rehearsed for August.

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