Tuesday 29 March 2011

Women in Small Business Expo and Networking Event

Women Entrepreneurs
Women in Small Business Expo and Networking Event
This is a networking event with a difference – a sort of “speed–dating” for women entrepreneurs

All participants have the opportunity to showcase and talk about their business/business idea for a few minutes in a turning table style set-up. You will have the opportunity to practice your “elevator pitch” and along with some good advice you will be able to refine it by the end of the evening. Everyone is encouraged to bring along their actual products, brochures or any collateral associated with their business.

Date: Wednesday 4th May 2011
Venue: Launceston Aquatic Centre, Programs Room, High Street, Launceston.
Time: 11:00am to 2:00pm – Light Lunch provided.
RSVP: Please book your place by Thursday 28th April 2011 as spaces will be limited.

No charge – the event is a fully funded initiative of the Australian Government

FIND OUT MORE: For further information and to book please contact Debbie Steer at: debbie.steer@businessandemployment.biz or phone 6337 9999. Visit the Business and Employment website for other courses/events http://www.businessandemployment.biz/


Monday 28 March 2011

Tourism Online

East Devonport

7 April 2011

 

Presented by Michelle Frost (International guru on IT Marketing) and Rebecca King (Independent consultant to Tourism Tasmania)
Do you?
  • Own or are considering owing a Tasmanian tourism business?
  • Want to reach up to 85% more paying customers?
  • Want to know how tourism businesses can benefit from being online?
Then this is a must workshop for you.
Topics Covered;
  • Why being online is essential for tourism operators in 2010/2011
  • Your website - what are the essentials for a good tourism website?
  • What role Google plays in getting your customers to you.
  • Keywords - vital if people are going to find you online.
  • Search Engine Optimisation - tourism style.
  • Booking Online - make it easy for your customers
  • What you need to know about Trip Advisor and other tourism review sites.
  • And much more... Social Media, Reputation Management Online, Google Places etc.
There will be no charge for this event as it is a fully funded initiative of the Australian Government.

Location: East Devonport Recreation Centre, Caroline Street, East Devonport.
Start: 5:30 pm, 7 April 2011
End: 8:30 pm, 7 April 2011

Thursday 24 March 2011

FarmDay message: support our farmers


(image from here)

On Australia’s annual FarmDay, held on the weekend of 28 and 29 May 2011, farmers across the country are encouraged to open their gates and welcome a city family to spend a day on their farm.

Since 2007, close to 1000 city families have visited working farms around the country on FarmDay to gain a better understanding and appreciation of this important industry.

Farmers are encouraged to register to host a city family at www.farmday.com.au

“We’ve found that the city families who have participated in FarmDay are now our greatest advocates in metropolitan areas and are educating their friends and family on the importance of supporting Australia’s farmers,” said FarmDay Founder, Deb Bain.
She said it is also important that urban families understand what impact events like the January floods on the east coast and fires and drought on the west coast have on agricultural production and supply.
FarmDay is a not-for profit organisation that is supported by Meat and Livestock Australia.

Cooking with the Seasons

Sunday 1st May 2011
12.00pm - 3.00pm

Exeter High School, Glen Ard Mohr Road, Exeter

RSVP ESSENTIAL two weeks prior to workshop to 
Bonnie McGee pH: 6323-3613; 

Funding Opportunities

National Environmental Grants Guide
The new annual directory for 2011 is now available including environmental grant and funding opportunities from the Australian Government, corporate giving programs as well as the major Australian philanthropic funds and trusts.

Cost is $39.95.

For more information go to: www.yarramine.com.au - click on 2011 Grants Guide


Fill-A-Gap

Has your care group planted an area but some seedlings have not survived? 

Do you want to fill the gaps with new plants? The TLCA in partnership with Landcare Australia Ltd and Westpac are making funding available ($150 per group) to buy new plants, stakes and protectors to “fill-a-gap”. 

If your group is a current financial member of the TLCA (2010-
2011), you can apply for Fill-A-Gap funding. 
Application forms online at www.taslandcare.org.au/grants.html
Be quick there’s not much left!



Tasmanian Landcaring Grants (TLG)
'From the Bush to the Beach'
The third round of the TLG opened Saturday 12th February and closes on Tuesday 29th March 2011.

This round features grants (up to $15,000) available for Care Groups (Landcare, Bushcare, Coastcare, “Friends of”
Groups, etc) and Individual Property owners for projects that target the specific Caring for Our Country priorities

More details will be on the website: www.taslandcare.org.au or contact Project Manager, Alan Barton on 6234-7117 or
email: projectmanager@taslandcare.org.au

The Tasmanian Landcaring Grants are delivered by Tasmanian Landcare Association in partnership with Wildcare Inc., through funding from the Australian Government’s Caring for our Country initiative.



Tasmanian Landcare Fund (TLF)
'Biodiversity - Birds, Bees and Bush'
The Round 13 opened on 12th February 2011. Applications close Tuesday 29th March 2011.

Up to $8,000 is available per project for TLCA member care groups and individual landowners for important biodiversity
work. 

To download the guidelines and application form go to www.taslandcare.org.au


Small Grants for Small Rural Communities Program
Not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to $5,000 are available for projects/activities offering a benefit for communities living in small rural and remote locations in Australia.

The projects/activities must contribute to the communities development in social and community welfare, economic, environmental, health, education or cultural areas. 

Applications close 31st March 2011.

For more information phone 1800 170 020 or info@frrr.org.au


2011 Landcare Assistance Program (LAP) Grants
The 2011 LAP funds are now available. If your group pays for its own insurance you can apply for $400. If you don’t pay for your own insurance you can apply for $250. Groups must be a TLCA member, and have acquitted previous LAP funding. 

Application forms online at http://www.taslandcare.org.au/grants.html

Applications close 30th June 2011 – or when funding runs out!


Coles Junior Landcare School Garden Grant
Since 2008 Coles has been providing School Garden Grants of up to $1,000 to schools and youth groups to help create gardens in their grounds or community, such as bush tucker gardens, water wise gardens or veggie gardens.

For guidelines and an application form, go to the website: www.juniorlandcare.com.au/coles

(NOTE: All schools, kindergartens, daycare centers, and youth groups (i.e. Scouts) are eligible to apply for a Junior Landcare grant)




Farm Ready Reimbursement Grants
If you are a primary producer or indigenous land manager you can get reimbursed for approved training courses (completed prior to 30th May 2012) that improve capacity to adapt to climate change and increase self reliance and preparedness. 

See www.farmready.gov.au for information and application forms.






Australian Green Grants Guide
A one stop guide to Australian environmental and heritage grants with 50 new grants added since last year. It provides specific information about each grant and has indexes which make it quick and easy for applicants to see which grants they are eligible. 

For more information, go to www.molinostewart.com.au/green_grants_guide.htm



Collated by Tamar NRM
to recieve the e-news please contact Amanda Bruce
Tamar NRM
PO Box 396, Launceston TAS 7250
Tel: (03) 6323-3310
Fax (03) 6323-3385
Email: tamarnrm@launceston.tas.gov.au
Web: www.tamar-nrm.org.au

Gardens for Wildlife

'Gardens for Wildlife'
a new voluntary nature conservation scheme



It aims to encourage and recognise people who are providing wildlife-friendly spaces and environment-friendly sustainable practices in urban and suburban gardens. 

‘Gardens for Wildlife’ provides an opportunity for the wider
community to get involved in conserving native species and to show their support for protecting our natural environment.

No matter how small our garden – be it plant containers, or a courtyard, roof top garden, deck or larger space – we can
all contribute to the survival of wildlife by providing suitable places (habitat) for birds, insects, frogs and other animals.

Membership fee is $16.50 and members receive an attractive ‘Garden for Wildlife’ sign for display on your front gate or
letter box, a copy of the ‘Gardens for Wildlife – Sharing our gardens with wildlife’ booklet, GFW sticker and membership
card.

For further advice contact the ‘Gardens for Wildlife’ Co-ordinator, Iona Mitchell on 62336427 or email
GardensforWildlifeEnquiries@dpipwe.tas.gov.au or visit www.gardensforwildlife.dpipwe.tas.gov.au

Competition - 'Tied to the Apron Strings'

NRM North has launched a unique competition which aims to show the community how easy it is to look after the earth's
resources by recycling and reusing. 
 
The 'Tied to the Apron Strings' competition encourages anyone to collect men's ties and sew them together to make an apron. 
 
All entries must be delivered to the NRM North office by 
5.00pm on Tuesday 29th April 2011. 
 
Office location: level 2, 63 Cameron Street, Launceston. 
A prize of gift voucher worth $100 from
Petrarch's Bookshop is for the winner. 
For more information ring NRM North on 6333-7777.

Perennial Pastures Trial Field Day

Friday 13th May 2011
10.00am - 4.00pm

Properties on our tour:
10.00am: Meet at 'Strowan', Nile
12.00noon: Oliver property 'Nangara', 2116 Pipers River Road, Karoola
1.00pm: Headlam property 'Oakbank', Saltwood Road, Pipers River
3.00pm: Archer property 'Greenhythe', Batman Highway, Hillwood

RSVP by Monday 9th May 2011
contact Tamar NRM (Amanda Bruce on 6323-3310)

Monday 21 March 2011

April 11 Meeting

Next meeting will be Monday April 11th
with guest speaker 

Kieryn Deutrom
Program Leader (Women in Rural Industries)
Agricultural Policy Group 
of
Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment (DPIPWE)


Kieryn will give us a run down on options for our group to obtain
training, access grants and increase the groups network.

all new members welcome !

Saturday 19 March 2011

Fitness at Frankford

Come along for some fitness training at
Frankford Hall

Classes suite all levels of fitness
and if you have a littlie bring them along too
to join in or play alongside

Current classes are run by personal trainer
and all round fit lady
Amy from Beaconsfield
and include PILATES

Classes are held on Tuesdays from 1:30 - 2:30pm
Cost is $5

(please note: future class types and dates to be finalised so ideas welcome)

Saturday 12 March 2011

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