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Video made by Bill McHarg, Businessman, Parent and Activist.
http://www.getup.org.au/

Andrea Stretton, BA 1973 Andrea has worked almost entirely in the arts. She worked for SBS for more than a decade, beginning at multilingual SBS Radio in 1985. In 1988 she became co-presenter with Dinny O’Hearn of SBS Television’s “The BookShow”.

Later she became Series editor and presenter of the SBS books program and several general arts programs such as “Masterpiece”. From 1998 – 2001 she presented ABC TV’s ‘Sunday Afternoon’ arts program. She was Artistic Director of the “Olympics Arts Festivals (A Sea of Change)” for 1998 and “Reaching the World” in 1999.

In 2000 she received the prestigious Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et des lettres (Order of Arts and letters) from the French Government in recognition of contributions to arts and culture and the fostering of French – Australian relations.

First settled in 1826, the township of Young has grown from a humble sheep station to the thriving regional centre we see today. Widely known as the ‘Cherry Capital of Australia’ the area boasts many cherry and stonefruit orchards, some offering ‘pick your own’. Highlights of the year include Cherry Blossom in September/October and the National Cherry Festival in late November/early December.

During late November and early December, the whole district comes alive with the excitement of the National Cherry Festival and all its different activities. Events include the Big Breakfast, Heritage Day – featuring sheep dog trials and amusements for the whole family, followed by a retail market day, street parade and a concert/street party.

A number of orchards and wineries produce local product with many roadside stalls showcasing jams, preserved fruits and cherry wine, as well as chocolate coated prunes and sauces. During festival time, the Cherry King & Queen are crowned. They are crowned on the basis that they raise money for charity, as well as having good general knowledge of Young.

The National Cherry Festival in Young runs from the 30th November to 2nd December 2007.

The 2007 Photographer Shootout in Digital Album Design Competition’s aim is to recognise, reward, and encourage digital photographers and designers as they pursue cutting edge and original designs in digital albums.

All entries must be received by the 30th November 2007 so get to it! The judges are all well known in the industry & include: -

Peter Williams of Turning Heads Photography – http://www.turningheads.com.au/
Amanda Renee of fusionBlue design – http://www.fusionblue.com.au/
Helen McConnell of Helen McConnell Photography – http://www.hmphotography.com.au/
Paula Gray of That’s Me Photography – http://www.thatsmephotography.com.au/

There are a number of categories & for conditions of entry check out the website for details. First prize includes cash of $2000.00. So what are you waiting for!

For all the information including the artists click on savebyart.com

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http://www.foe.org.au/

It was the day that the great juggernaut of me-tooism came to a shuddering, jolting halt in the 2007 election campaign. It was the day that Kevin Rudd demonstrated the judgment and the confidence to end the crazed auction of Australia’s future. And it was the day that Rudd made his first serious effort to give meaning to his claim to be an economic conservative.

Until yesterday, John Howard and Rudd had been engaged in a deranged bidding war. Both leaders were promising to spend our money in a way that only increased the risk that Australia’s 16-year boom would end in bust. After Howard’s pledge at his campaign launch to spend another $9.5 billion, it was Rudd’s turn to cry “me too”. Instead, Rudd called a halt: “I have no intention today of repeating Mr Howard’s irresponsible spending spree.”

Surprisingly, this drew spirited applause from the Labor faithful at the party’s campaign launch, perhaps the first time a politician has launched a campaign by promising to offer less.

The 2007 Queenscliff Music Festival (23-24-25 Nov) will see Queenscliff come alive with some of Australia’s best musicians as well as guests The Last Town Chorus and Bob Log III. Experience the whole weekend for $170.00 giving you access to all venues for the whole three days.

Friday night – a great night for only $45 with The Basics, Gotye, Mia Dyson, Spectrum, The Unconscious Brothers Spectacular featuring Mia Dyson, Ross Hannaford & Chris Wilson.

Saturday – celebrate election day with My Friend the Chocolate Cake, Lisa Miller, Kev Carmoday, The Vasco Era, Vic Simms and The Last Town Chorus. Tickets $100 giving access from 10am – 1am. Party into the night with Paul Kelly, Renee Geyer, Bob Log III and Even. Saturday Night Session passes commence at 7pm and are $70

Sunday – sooth the election hangover for $60 with Clare Bowditch & The Feeding Set, Dan Kelly, Shane Howard, Deborah Conway & Willy Zygier and C.W Stoneking.

For the full 2007 line-up please click here. The Festival timetable is now available for download.

Lang Leav from Akina has launched The 13th project where she plans to release a new villain on the 13th day of each month. The launch also coincides with a new look website and new long awaited merchandise.

Check it out http://www.akina.com.au/

Last chance to get tickets for the live digital design tournament Cut & Paste.

Cut & Paste is a global series of digital design tournaments, coming to Australia for the first time in 2007. In partnership with Adobe, Cut & Paste is scheduled for six cities in the US and five cities across Europe and Asia.

Eight designers will showcase their talent and compete in four elimination rounds in front of a live audience, culminating in the crowning of Sydney’s first Cut & Paste winner.

Judging and awarding the inaugural Sydney Cut & Paste crown will be:

Jonathan Kneebone- Creative Director, The Glue Society
Kristy Bradley- Editor, Yen Magazine
Carby Tuckwell- Creative Director, Moon design
Toby Grime- Art Director, Animal Logic

The Metro Theatre
Saturday 17th November 2007, 8-11pm
Cut & Paste Sydney is produced by PLAY