9 May 2017
TENTERFIELD IN TOUCH
Weekly Community Updates, News and Events – every Tuesday
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Events
9-21 May
WAG Exhibition
‘Woodenbong Arts Group’ will be showcasing their own Exhibition in Woodenbong Public Hall.
Artworks and crafts on display and for sale. All Welcome. Contact: Jim 07 46665152
10 May
Volunteer Week in the Park
10am – 3pm in Bruxner Park, Tenterfield (outside the Council offices) Displays, sausage sizzle,
live broadcast by Ten FM. Find out what volunteer opportunities there are available and come
and celebrate the great work done by volunteers all over the Shire.
10 May
Music Supper Club
7pm at the Tenterfield Theatre. Enjoy Dire Straits, Sting & Fleetwood Mack on the Big Screen
with surround sound. Cabaret style tables or tiered seating. Bar Available, Cafe Open (pre order
0400 875 674) $10.00 entry. Tickets available at the School of Arts.
13-14 May
Woodenbong ADBA Trail Bike Ride
Woodenbong Showground. Free to public entry for Saturday for live entertainment, fireworks,
food and bar. All Welcome. Bikes range from Pee-Wee to full bikes and quads, Novice, Juniors
and Seniors catering for all levels of riders. The event is strictly monitored and has a “no rego,
no ride policy” (Juniors Exempt). Full details at http://www.woodenbong.org
14 May
Mothers Day Afternoon
2pm at the Commercial Boutique Hotel, 288 Rouse Street, Tenterfield. Featuring Georgina
Grimshaw, a 22 year old singer-songwriter from Newcastle. Her gentle & soulful grace abounds
not only in her songs but in her genuine presence. At the core of her music is a simple need to
express truths & love people. Open fire, coffee, cake, cocktails & MUM. For details
https://www.facebook.com/commercialboutiquehoteltenterfield, phone 6736 4870 or email
[email protected].
15 – 17 May
3 day Biofertiliser Course
For more details contact Landcare on 6736 3500.
16 May
Vertebrate Pest Training - Tenterfield
9:00am-1:00pm at the Northern Tablelands Local Land Services office, 142 High Street,
Tenterfield. The course covers 1080/Pindone handling, use of Canid Pest Ejectors, baiting
techniques, toxicity, storage, transport requirements, legislation, WH&S. The accreditation is
valid for 5 years and is required if you want to collect and distribute baits on your property.
Contact Tania Stone on 02 6770 2000 to book your place.
17 May
Creativi–Tea Craft Display
Craft items from 2016 workshop on display. Morning tea to be held at Urbenville Memorial Hall
10am to 3pm. Bring a plate to share and come view the work.
17 May
NSW Business Chamber Workplace Seminar
8.00 am to 10.00 am at the Tenterfield Golf Club. The Seminar will cover the 10 biggest
mistakes employers make when managing staff, including increasing productivity and
engagement, unfair dismissal, discrimination, bullying and workers compensation. There will
also be updates on fair work legislation, workplace compensation, superannuation and payroll.
Register online at https://events.nswbc.com.au/Detail/EVE1705462.
18 May
Free Cybersafety for Seniors presentation
10am at the Tenterfield Public Library. A free presentation by a Legal Aid Lawyer covering online scam and how to protect yourself online. For more details phone 6736 6060 or email
[email protected].
19-21 May
Racetech Steel Round 1
Ultimate Rock Sports presents the Racetech Steel Round 1 or the TG Rocks Series at Rover
Park. For more information visit www.ultimaterocksports.com.au or www.roverpark.com.au
Phone 02 6737 6862. Entry Fees: Day Trips $40 per vehicle incl. 1 motor bike, Camping 1
night: $60 per vehicle incl. 1 motor bike, Whole Weekend: $100 per vehicle incl. 1 motor bike.
Motor Bike Park open all weekend.
20 May
Healthy Minds Seminar
9am – 3.30pm (QLD) at the Wallangarra Railway Café, Rockwell St, Wallangarra. Topic MENTAL HEALTH – stress and natural remedies. $20 ($15 for BLOG members) per person
including morning tea and lunch. RSVP phone 6736 3500.
25 May
Free Choose Health Talks
9.30am to 12.30pm at the RSL Pavilion, Tenterfield. An event for all the family in a friendly,
relaxed and interactive environment. Meet Charlotte Bush Accredited Practicing Dietitian and
Personal Trainer
Topic - Reconnect with your body through good food and a healthy gut. For more details contact
Landcare on 6736 3500.
27 May
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
27 May
The Biggest Morning Tea for Cancer at Liston
Liston Hall and Liston Area Progress Association are hosting The Biggest Morning Tea for
Cancer. 9.30 am at Liston Community Hall. Raffle, Bring and Buy stall, and trivia games. Please
bring a small plate of food to share.
27 May
The Lunatic Festival and Fun Day
From 10.00 am. A fundraiser for the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter. A fun filled day for
the entire family at Lunatic Hotel, Drake. Bushmans challenge and four person Tug o War. The
Sultan's - Live from 7pm. Call 02 6737 6757 for more information.
27 May
Braidie’s Rotary Trivia Night
7.15pm start at Tenterfield Golf Club. $6 per person. Raffles, games, table prizes. Tables of 6
– 8. Proceeds to Sponsoring of Year 11 Youth Driver Awareness Programme. Book with Helen
or
Karen
at
Tenterfield
Insurance
Agencies.
Phone
6736
2426
or
email
[email protected]
27-28 May
Red Shield Door Knock Appeal
Collectors are needed, please contact Yolande Soper, 02 6736 2077 between 9am-3pm Monday
to Friday.
30 May
Granite Borders Landcare Committee Inc. - General Meeting
Further details closer to the date or phone 6736 3500.
Tenterfield Cinema
Ask for your cinema loyalty card - 9th visit is free!
DATE
Wednesday , 10 May
Friday, 12 May
Saturday, 13 May
Sunday , 14 May
Tuesday , 16 May
Tuesday , 16 May
Friday, 19 May
Saturday, 20 May
Sunday , 21 May
Tuesday , 23 May
Tuesday , 23 May
Friday, 26 May
Saturday, 27 May
Sunday , 28 May
Tuesday , 30 May
Tuesday , 30 May
Friday, 2 June
Saturday, 3 June (Winter
7pm)
Sunday , 4 June
Tuesday , 6 June
TIME
7.00 pm
7.00 pm
7.30 pm
1.45 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
7.00 pm
7.30 pm
1.45 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
7.00 pm
7.30 pm
1.45 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
7.00 pm
7.00 pm
MOVIE/PLAY
Music Supper Club – Featuring Dire Straits
Manchester by the Sea (M)
The Lego Batman Movie (PG)
Manchester by the Sea (M)
Manchester by the Sea (M)
The Lego Batman Movie (PG)
Going in Style (M)
Manchester by the Sea (M)
Going in Style (M)
Going in Style (M)
Manchester by the Sea (M)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (M)
Going in Style (M)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (M)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (M)
Going in Style (M)
Denial (M)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (M)
1.45 pm
10.30 am
Denial (M)
Denial (M)
Tuesday , 6 June
Friday, 9 June
Saturday, 10 June
Saturday, 10 June
Sunday , 11 June
Monday , 12 June
Monday , 12 June
Tuesday , 13 June
Tuesday , 13 June
Friday, 16 June
Saturday, 17 June
Sunday , 18 June
Tuesday , 20 June
Tuesday , 20 June
Friday, 23 June
Saturday, 24 June
Sunday , 25 June
Tuesday , 27 June
Tuesday , 27 June
Friday, 30 June
Saturday, 1 July
Sunday , 2 July
1.00 pm
7.00 pm
2.00 pm
7.00 pm
1.45 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
7.00 pm
7.00 pm
1.45 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
7.00 pm
7.00 pm
1.45 pm
10.30 am
1.00 pm
8.00 pm
7.00 pm
1.45 pm
Monday , 3 July
Monday , 3 July
10.30 am
1.00 pm
Tuesday , 4 July
Tuesday , 4 July
10.30 am
1.00 pm
Wednesday , 5 July
Wednesday , 5 July
Thursday , 6 July
Friday , 7 July
10.30 am
1.00 pm
1.00 pm
1.00 pm
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (M)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
Music Supper Club – Featuring Country Music
Denial (M)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2 (M)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
Denial (M)
The Zookeepers Wife (M)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
The Zookeepers Wife (M)
The Zookeepers Wife (M)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
The Eagle Huntress (G)
The Zookeepers Wife (M)
The Eagle Huntress (G)
The Eagle Huntress (G)
The Zookeepers Wife (M)
Melbourne Comedy Festival
The Eagle Huntress (G)
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
(TBC)
The Eagle Huntress (G)
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
(TBC)
The Zookeepers Wife (M)
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
(TBC)
The Eagle Huntress (G)
A Dog’s Purpose (PG)
Satellite Boy (PG) $5 Entry NAIDOC Week
Satellite Boy (PG) $5 Entry NAIDOC Week
Adults $14.00, Under 18s & Concession Card Holders $10.00, Family $40.00 (four + $8.00 for
each additional child), Tuesday $8.00. Movie Club Membership $32 (receive 2 free tickets and
$1 discount on your movie tickets for 12 months).
For more information and to watch the movie trailers, find us on Facebook or visit our website
www.tenterfieldcinema.com.au
Training, Classes & Workshops
IPAD/ TABLET COURSE Saturday 13th May 2017 10am – 12pm Tutor: Skye Stapleton Cost:
$ 30. For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield Community College Inc. on 02 6736
0050 or email [email protected]
Vertebrate Pest Training – Tenterfield. 16 May, 9:00am-1:00pm at the Northern
Tablelands Local Land Services office, 142 High Street, Tenterfield. The course covers
1080/Pindone handling, use of Canid Pest Ejectors, baiting techniques, toxicity, storage,
transport requirements, legislation, WH&S. The accreditation is valid for 5 years and is required
if you want to collect and distribute baits on your property. Contact Tania Stone on 02 6770
2000 to book your place.
SEWING Tuesday from 9.00 am - 3.30 pm Commencing 16th May, 2017 half and full day
sessions available. (9.00 am - 12 noon or 12.30 pm - 3.30 pm) Tutor: Fran Bulmer Cost:
$110.00 full day, $60.00 half day per term. For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield
Community College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email [email protected]
SOFT FURNISHING Commencing Monday 15th May, 2017 6.00pm – 9.00pm Tutor: Fran
Bulmer Cost: $60.00 per term. For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield Community
College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email [email protected]
DRAWING FOR ALL Every Monday starting 1st May until Monday 5th June 10am – 12noon
Cost $180 Tutor: Rebecca Berrett. For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield
Community College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email [email protected]
SENIOR FIRST AID – FLEXIBLE DELIVERY Date: Saturday 20th May 2017 Cost: $155.00 (GST
Free) CPR UPDATE Cost: $60.00 (GST Free) For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield
Community College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email [email protected]
RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL (SITHFAB009A) COST: $190.00 Date: 27th May
RESPONSIBLE CONDUCT OF GAMBLING (SITHGAM006A) COST: $160.00 Date: 28th May
DO BOTH RSA & RCG FOR $330. For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield Community
College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email [email protected]
QUILTING WORKSHOP 17th & 18th June 2017, 9am – 5pm. Tutor: Fran Bulmer Cost:
$90.00. For details and to book contact Karen at Tenterfield Community College Inc. on 02
6736 0050 or email [email protected]
COMBINED FOOD SAFETY SUPERVISOR’S CERTIFICATE SITXFSA001A AND FOLLOW
WORKPLACE HYGIENE PROCEDURES SITXOHS002A Cost: $250 Date: TBA For details and to
book contact Karen at Tenterfield Community College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email
[email protected]
WHS Construction Induction Correspondence Course. (White Card) A WorkCover
approved course which will provide participants with knowledge of Health and Safety issues
relevant to a particular industry, organisation or employment. Cost: $140.00 Must produce
proof of identity e.g. drivers licence, Birth certificate and USI number. For details and to book
contact Karen at Tenterfield Community College Inc. on 02 6736 0050 or email
[email protected]
There are free online learning courses designed especially for Practitioners supporting
young people 12 – 25. Large range of topics available. For details and to complete the training
modules go to http://www.youthaod.org.au/learninghub/
Weekly Activities
Mondays
Playgroup at Drake from 10am to 12pm. For further information call Michelle on 6737 6723
or 0456 836 837. New families welcome. Does not run on school holidays.
Tenterfield Bridge Club plays at the Tenterfield Golf Club on Monday afternoons at 12.30p.m.
New players are welcome, beginners are welcome and catered for. Contact Arthur Mullins on
67364021 or Christine Denis on 67375392.
Men’s Training Night: 6pm-7pm at Federation Oval. Cost is $1. A game of touch will be
played each week to increase the level of men’s touch football. Ages 14yrs and over (females
are able to play but must understand the game speed is men’s). All Welcome
Tenterfield Junior Touch Football, 5pm-6pm ages 6yrs-14yrs, cost is $40. Seasons ends in
February late registrations accepted.
Think Fit Classes
 Metafit with Karen @ 6.00 am – high intensity interval training, 30 minutes
 Step Class @ 5.15 pm
All classes at ‘The Shed’ 141 Wood Street. $10 per class, $30 for 3+1 classes, $40 for 4+1
classes, $50 per week unlimited sessions, $80 for 8 sessions. Contact Karen Wells on 0437 040
774 or Tenterfield Community College, phone 02 6736 0050.
Sewing – 6pm to 9pm. Starts 30 January.
Wallangarra Fitness Classes - 6pm at Wallangarra RSL. Exercise class, Homework, Plus
Recipe of the Week with Jubilant Fitness. Weigh in and Measure the first week of each month.
Phone Michelle 0400 364 937.
Tuesdays
Craft day at the Legume Hall, between 9.00 am and 12.00 noon. All welcome. Come along,
bring your own craft. Local artist will be holding art classes, for more information contact
Robyn Griffith 07 4666 4130.
Tenterfield Bridge Club plays at the Tenterfield Golf Club on Tuesday nights at 6.00p.m.
New players are welcome, beginners are welcome and catered for. Contact Arthur Mullins n
67364021 or Christine Denis on 67375392.
Think Fit Classes
 Pure Strength with Karen @ 5.45 am – focus on strength building 45 mins
 Morning Crew with Karen/Jen @ 9.00 am – bring the kids or come alone, 1 hour
 Gravity trx with Karen @ 4.30 pm and 5.15 pm - Suspension body weight training 30
mins
 Yoga with Karen @ 6.00 pm – 1 hour - Combo of stretching and yoga poses
All classes at ‘The Shed’ 141 Wood Street. $10 per class, $30 for 3+1 classes, $40 for 4+1
classes, $50 per week unlimited sessions, $80 for 8 sessions. Contact Karen Wells on 0437 040
774 or Tenterfield Community College, phone 02 6736 0050.
Tenterfield Men’s Shed - 10am to 2pm at the TAFE Barn. Entry is via Wood Street where
parking is available. The Men’s Shed is full of quality tools & bloke stuff. Come along for a chat,
brew & all the fun of breaking, making & fixing things. Ring Ian Docherty 0420 30 5003 if you
have any questions.
Weight loss group is a fantastic low-cost opportunity for those with healthy body-weight
goals. We will provide weekly exercise, dietary & motivational counselling by qualified health
professionals in a supportive and motivating environment to maximize your success. 9.15am
at the Naas St Primary Health Clinic, 1-5 Naas St., Tenterfield. Cost: $5 per session. For details
phone 0431 835 345.
Playgroup at Tenterfield Social Development, 167 Manners Street Tenterfield from 10:00am
to 1:00pm. For further information call Kymbellie on 02 6736 2619. New families welcome.
Does not run on school holidays.
Parent2Parent – a Parenting Peer Support Group – from 10.45am at Tenterfield KCL
Playgroup House, 111 Cowper Street, Tenterfield. Fun activities for parents & children. Engage
with other parents and carers in a safe and supportive environment. For more information
phone Sandi or Tessa on 02 6721 6400.
Hydrotherapy session in Tenterfield. Water based classes to help people with injuries and
arthritis back to fitness. For more details phone 0431 835 345.
Sewing Group - Urbenville Hall from 3.30pm. $2, bring a plate to share. For more information
phone Kathy 6634 1302 or Judy 6634 1210.
Wednesdays
Homes North- Housing Service are at the Tenterfield Hub, 204 Rouse Street from 10am 12noon. Phone Gail on 6736 4443 for details and to make a booking.
1.30pm is the Food Hub Tenterfield at the SDA Hall, 113 Bulwer Street, Tenterfield. A
community service by the Seventh Day Adventist Church - $10 food parcel for anyone who
needs it. Phone 0414 909 630 or 0422 000 362 for details.
Playgroup at Drake from 10am to 12pm. For further information call Michelle on 6737 6723
or 0456 836 837. New families welcome. Does not run on school holidays.
Think Fit Classes
 Kick Boxercise with Adrien @ 5.30 am – Combination of kicking & punching combos
for 1 hour.
 Body Fit with Jen @ 5.15 pm - Total Body workout 1 hour
The Shed 141 Wood Street. $10 per class, $30 for 3+1 classes, $40 for 4+1 classes, $50 per
week unlimited sessions, $80 for 8 sessions. Contact Karen Wells on 0437 040 774 or
Tenterfield Community College, phone 02 6736 0050.
Line Dancing Lessons - At Liston Hall every Wednesday night from 6.30pm to raise funds for
the Hall.
Urbenville Community Art & Craft Group – from 10.30am at Urben Emporium, cnr Urben
and Beaury Streets. $2, bring a plate. All welcome. Stay as long as you like. Phone 6634 1474
for details.
Social Bowls at the Urbenville Bowls Club. Names in by 12.30pm for 1pm start. Bowlers &
non bowlers welcome. Phone Beryl on 6634 1380 for details.
Mainly Music Program - For Mum's and Dads with 0-5 year olds 10.00am. At the Salvation
Army Hall Cnr Logan and Naas Street, Tenterfield. For more details contact Joel on 0410 693
593 or 6736 1722.
Thursdays
A weekly shopping bus goes to Wallangarra at 8.30am to pick up passengers from their door
or at the Post Office, then comes back to Tenterfield about 9.00am to pick up locals from their
door. Cost is $2.00 each way from Tenterfield or $5.00 return from Wallangarra. Please phone
Vicki or Michele from Carewest at Tenterfield Community Transport on Ph 6736 2902 to book
a seat.
Think Fit Classes
 Pure Strength with Karen @ 5.45 am and 7.30 am– Focus on strength building for 45
mins limited numbers
 Morning Crew with Karen / Jen @ 9.00 am – Bring the kids or come alone for 1 hour
 Firey Fit with Todd @ 5.15 pm – A military style cross fit class 1 hour
The Shed 141 Wood Street. $10 per class, $30 for 3+1 classes, $40 for 4+1 classes, $50 per
week unlimited sessions, $80 for 8 sessions. Contact Karen Wells on 0437 040 774 or
Tenterfield Community College, phone 02 6736 0050.
Gunii Bubaa Play Group – Supported playgroup held at Armajun, 141 High Street from 11am
to 12 noon. For more information phone Tess on 6721 6400 or Bec on 0407 028 261.
Tenterfield Arts & Crafts Society - the Tenterfield Arts & Crafts Society meet every Thursday
at the Visitors Information Centre, Rouse Street from 10am – 2pm. Bring lunch. Enquiries
phone 6736 3973 or 6736 3709.
Bingo - at the HACC Day Centre, 136 Manners Street for a morning game of Bingo. $5.00 will
include your bingo prizes and morning tea. Bingo runs from 10am-12 noon with bus pickup
available from 9am. Everyone is welcome. Phone: (02) 6736 2170 or email
[email protected] for more details.
All in Together Shed 10am – 2pm in The Men’s Shed, at the TAFE barn, Wood Street. Men &
women join in a spirit of friendship & support, learn a new skill & work on projects. A $2
donation for a cuppa & biscuits is appreciated. Ring Ian Docherty 0420 30 5003 if you have
any questions.
Advanced Personnel Management, Disability Employment Support Service visits the
Tenterfield Community Hub, 204 Rouse Street from 10am – 12noon. Phone Gail on 6736 4443
for details.
Tenterfield Petanque (Pe-Tong) Group - 1.30pm to 5pm in Millbrook Park, Naas Street,
Tenterfield. Petanque is a very social game with simple rules and lots of fun. Playing fee is $3.
Bring a chair and some afternoon tea. For further information contact Jan & Warwick Frith
6736 3445 or Robyn & Tom Short 6736 4980.
Hydrotherapy session in Tenterfield. Water bases classes to help people with injuries and
arthritis back to fitness. For more details phone 0431 835 345.
Fridays
Think Fit Classes
 Bootcamp with Karen @ 6.00 am – These are super sessions lasting 1 hour
 Metafit with Karen @ 5.15 pm– High intensity interval training 30 mins
The Shed 141 Wood Street. $10 per class, $30 for 3+1 classes, $40 for 4+1 classes, $50 per
week unlimited sessions, $80 for 8 sessions. Contact Karen Wells on 0437 040 774 or
Tenterfield Community College, phone 02 6736 0050.
Junior Youth Group - for primary school aged kids. Gold coin donation. 4.00pm- 5.30pm at
the Salvos. For more details contact Joel on 0410 693 593 or 6736 1722.
Liston Hall Get Together - a community get together to raise funds for the Hall. Bar
operating, affordable Meals, Music, Pool, Darts and fun! Everyone is welcome from 6pm.
Saturdays
Think Fit Classes
 TRX Yoga @ 7.00 am
The Shed 141 Wood Street. $10 per class, $30 for 3+1 classes, $40 for 4+1 classes, $50 per
week unlimited sessions, $80 for 8 sessions. Contact Karen Wells on 0437 040 774 or
Tenterfield Community College, phone 02 6736 0050.
Urbenville Community Art & Craft Group – from 10.30am at Urben Emporium, cnr Urben
and Beaury Streets. $2, bring a plate. All welcome. Stay as long as you like. Phone 6634 1474
for details.
Rock n Roll Dancing with Gordan and Phyllus – Loads of fun dancing for 1 hour @ 2pm
$10 per person or $15 per couple. Contact Karen Wells at Tenterfield Community College,
phone 02 6736 0050 or 0437 040 774.
Sundays
Tenterfield Community Gardens - 9am-12 noon working bees behind Tenterfield TAFE, High
St. Everyone welcome to join us in producing fresh produce in a friendly & social setting.
Contact Granite Borders Landcare for more information on (02) 6736 3500.
Mingoola Hall – The Revival Pentecostal Church will hold services every Sunday at 10am at
the Mingoola Hall. Everyone in the community is welcome. There will be African song, and an
interpreter for every service. Morning tea will be after the service, please bring something to
share. Julia Harpham 6709 Bruxner Way Tenterfield NSW 2372 02 6737 5227 or 0427 749 978
News & Community Announcements
Nominations are now open for the 2017 Business & Tourism Excellence Awards. You
can nominate your: Business, Event, Apprentice/Trainee or Employee. The awards celebrate
the achievements of our business and tourism community, and all winners will be announced
at the Gala Dinner on Thursday 14th September 2017. Nominate online at
http://bit.ly/busnomination17, download a form from the website or visit the Tenterfield Visitor
Information Centre or Tenterfield Shire Council Office to pick up a form. For more information
visit www.tenterfieldbusinessawards.com or contact Caitlin Reid, 0459 148 745 or
[email protected].
Collectors are needed for the Red Shield Door Knock Appeal on 27th & 28th May. Please
contact Yolande Soper, 02 6736 2077 between 9am-3pm Monday to Friday.
The NSW Government is undertaking a comprehensive review of the Travelling Stock
Reserves network across NSW and is seeking submissions from the community. Submissions
close 5pm on 22 June. For more information and to make a submission go to
http://www.crownland.nsw.gov.au/crown_lands/crown_reserves/stock_reserves
Terracycle recycle items that traditionally cannot be recycled. They run a few free programs,
and there is a rewards system per kg of waste recycled, which can be donated to
community groups. Further details can be found at http://www.terracycle.com.au/enAU/brigades
The Tenterfield Star is starting a list of community events and meetings in the Tenterfield
area. To list an event or meeting go to http://www.tenterfieldstar.com.au/community/forms/
If you have any questions phone Peter Bourke on 0428 556 246 or Marie Low on 0438 287
074.
With an NPWS exemption card, pensioner Concession Card holders and EDA, Intermediate and
Special Rate (blinded, TPI and TTI) pensioners are entitled to free motor vehicle entry into
all fee-collecting NSW national parks and reserves. For more information go to
http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/passes-and-fees/exemption-cards
Families and Friends of Missing Persons Unit (FFMPU) offers support, information and
counselling. To contact them phone 1800 227 772 (Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm) or email
[email protected] or https://www.facebook.com/missing.persons.501/?fref=ts
Appliance replacement offer. Get a 40% discount on a fridge or a 50% discount on a TV.
To be eligible you must be a NSW resident and hold one of the following valid concession
cards: Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card or Low Income Health Care Card or
Veterans' Affairs Gold Card. Applications close 30 June. To apply online and for further details
go to http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/households/appliance-replacement-offer.htm
Not-for-profit Law is Justice Connect’s unique FREE legal service for not-for-profit groups.
It helps by providing free or low cost, high quality practical legal assistance for not-for-profit
groups. They also have free and low cost education (online and face-to-face) and an
Information Hub. For details go to https://www.justiceconnect.org.au/our-programs/not-forprofit-law/about
The Artists’ Collective Studio’s latest 'featured artists' exhibition, showing the artworks
of: Eva Rasmussen........hand coloured linoprints and also etching/aquatints & Bent
Rasmussen.... large, hand built, ceramic sculptures in Stoneware clay and vases and bowls
turned on the wheel and glazed. Join us at the gallery to celebrate these beautiful artworks.
Exhibition continues until Sunday 4th June.
Council is encouraging community participation in a number of its committees as one way
in which citizens can become involved. Becoming a member of one of the following Committees
is a great way to contribute to our community:
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Tenterfield Saleyards Advisory Committee;
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Aboriginal Advisory Committee;
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Heritage Advisory Committee;
•
Anzac Centenary Steering Committee; and
•
Disability, Inclusion & Access Advisory Committee.
The aim of these Committees is to provide community views on behalf of the broader
community, gathering ideas and seeking input from other community members with an interest
or expertise in the nominated area. To participate email [email protected]
Grants
If you want to discuss a grant application or would like assistance contact Dianne Clayton,
Community Development Officer on 02 6736 6140 or email [email protected]
Community and Philanthropy Partnerships Week grants are a chance for community
groups and their philanthropic partners to showcase and promote the great work they are doing
in the cities. Grant applications close on Friday, 12th May. For more information go to
http://www.communitypartnerships.com.au/grants/
The $50,000 Rural Hero grant is open giving charities the opportunity to pitch their innovative
solution to an issue impacting country Australia. Submit an expression of interest. Then if you
are shortlisted you make a short video outlining your project. The video is posted online and
then the public vote on their favourite project. Applications close 31 May. For more information
go to http://www.aussiefarmersfoundation.org.au/grants/aussie-farmers-rural-hero-grant/
Increase your impact on people, animals, and the planet by applying for an Australian Ethical
Community grant. The grant provides financial support to not for-profit organisations that
contribute to humanitarian, environmental, and animal welfare. For more information go to
https://www.australianethical.com.au/community-grants/ Applications close 31 May.
nib foundation's Community Grant program supports practical, community -based
initiatives that focus on improving the health and wellbeing of vulnerable and disadvantaged
Australians, with a focus on youth and carers. One-off funding of $5,000 to $50,000 will be
provided to 10-15 organisations each year to undertake new or existing projects that run for
approximately 12 months. Applications close 31 May. For more information go to
http://www.nibfoundation.com.au/Funding/Community-Grants.aspx
Taronga Green Grants offer up to $50,000 for innovative ideas, designs and inventions that
will inspire and empower communities to live more sustainably. This year’s focus is Plastic Free
Oceans. Applicants who align well with this focus may be prioritised. However, all ideas that
work towards achieving Taronga’s vision of helping people and wildlife share a future will be
considered. Applications close 4 June. For more information there is an online information
session on 18 May, go to https://taronga.org.au/conservation/wildlife-conservation/tarongagreen-grants
Westpac Foundation Community Grants of $10,000 support organisations working with the
most socially and economically disadvantaged members of the Australian community such as
Indigenous Australians, Refugees & asylum seekers, Women and youth at risk, People who are
homeless or at risk of homelessness, People who've experienced family or domestic violence
and People living with a disability or a mental health issue (including carers). Applications close
9 June. For more information go to https://www.westpac.com.au/grants/apply/
Project Defib is a national program which enables every sporting club, school and not for
profit in Australia access to a subsidised Lifeline VIEW Defibrillator package which includes,
training and ongoing support. For more information go to http://www.projectdefib.com.au/ or
phone 1300 367 428.
Farm Business Skills Professional Development Program. NSW farmers can take
subsidised pre-approved courses or can apply for other professional development activities.
Participants can claim reimbursement of up to 50% (GST-exclusive) up to $5000/farmer or
$9000/farm business. Three professional development priority areas have been identified: Risk
management, Financial and business management, Farm business planning/drought
preparedness. For more information go to http://www.raa.nsw.gov.au/assistance/professionaldevelopment-program
The Community Heritage Grants (CHG) program provides grants of up to $15,000 to
community organisations to assist with the preservation of locally owned, but nationally
significant collections of materials that are publicly accessible including artefacts, letters,
diaries, maps, photographs, and audio visual material. Applications close on 8 May. For details
on
how
to
apply,
visit
the
guidelines
and
application
form
go
to
https://www.nla.gov.au/awards-and-grants/chg
The Innovations in Cancer Control Grant Program has the following priority areas:
Aboriginal Community Engagement, Bowel Cancer, Cervical and Breast Screening, Building on
Innovations within Local Health Districts, Cancer Optimal Care Pathways, Cancer Prevention:
Healthy Lifestyle and Sun Protection, Multicultural Community Engagement and Smoking
Cessation in Pregnancy. Applications close at midnight 14 May 2017. For more information go
to
https://www.cancerinstitute.org.au/data-research/grants/open-grants/innovations-incancer-control-grants
Heywire Youth Innovation Grants are available to implement or pilot one of the seven 2017
Heywire ideas. Projects must be undertaken between September 2017 to September 2018.
For more details go to http://www.frrr.org.au/grants/heywire-youth-innovation Applications
close 5pm on Monday, 15 May 2017.
Individuals of all ages, abilities and interests who need help to reach a special goal with
community impact can apply to the AMP’s Tomorrow Fund before 4pm (AEST) on 16 May
2017. Please note, organisations cannot apply for these grants. For more details go to
https://www.ampstomorrowfund.com.au/
The Arts Projects program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector
and wider public, including: the creation of new work, creative development, professional
skills development, experimentation, collaborations, touring, festivals, productions,
exhibitions, performances, publishing, recording, promotion and marketing. Grants are
available from $10,000 to $100,000 and applications close Tuesday 6 June for projects
starting after 1 September 2017. Organisations that undertake arts programs, projects or
that provide services to artists are welcome to apply. For more details go to
http://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/funding/funding-index/arts-projects-organisations/
Safe Work NSW is urging farmers across regional NSW to participate in the NSW Quad Bike
Safety Improvement Program. The rebate is $1,000 for the purchase of a side-by-side
vehicle, $500 for the retrofitting of safety equipment and $90 for the purchase of an approved
helmet. As many farmers have more than one quad bike they can apply for two rebates. The
rebate is available until 30 June 2017 or funds are expended. For more information got to
http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/health-and-safety/safety-topics-a-z/quad-bikes
Farming Together Grants aim to improve knowledge of how co-operatives, collective
bargaining and supply chain negotiations can improve farmers’ returns; improve the knowledge
of options available to farmers and farm advisors regarding such innovative business models
including various forms of collaboration and improve the agriculture focused legal and financial
expert advice available regarding the process, implementation and management of such
business models. To be eligible you must be a primary producer, or be part of a group of
primary producers. For more information go http://www.farmingtogether.com.au/about The
deadline for applications will be towards the end of 2017, but early applications are encouraged
as application will be reviewed weekly to enable a steady flow of projects.
Ongoing Aboriginal Benefits Foundation Grants assist Aboriginal Communities and
individuals by providing funds to support projects which advance the aims of the Foundation.
The current focus is on supporting art, literacy, education, health and cultural projects with a
connection to Aboriginal art and/or artists. For details and application forms go to
http://www.aboriginal.org.au/grants.htm
Ongoing Poverty and Disadvantaged Small Grants Program - Myer Foundation aim to
alleviate the negative effects of poverty and disadvantage; demonstrate new ideas about how
to address poverty and disadvantage and strengthen communities’ abilities to deal with poverty
and disadvantage. For details and to apply go to http://myerfoundation.org.au/grants/povertydisadvantage/small-grants/
Museum Small Grants aim to meet the short-term, collection-based requirements of
community museums and keeping places. There are no set categories for funding of up to
$2,000, and applications for a broad range of projects will be considered. Previous Small Grants
have funded the purchase of computer cataloguing software, exhibition mannequins and display
cases, oral history recording equipment and archival storage items. Closing Date: Round 2:
Midnight,
Sunday
1
October
2017.
For
more
information
go
to
https://mgnsw.org.au/sector/funding/grants-we-administer/volunteer-museum-grants/smallgrants/
Indigenous Advancement Strategy Community Led grants will enable Aboriginal & Torres
Strait Islander people, communities and service providers to seek grant funding to address
emerging needs and/or opportunities that they have identified as priorities. As a first step,
potential applicants must discuss their proposal with their local PM&C Regional Network office,
by calling 1800 079 098 and asking to speak to a staff member in their local office. For more
details and to apply go to https://www.dpmc.gov.au/indigenous-affairs/grants-andfunding/community-led-grants
Date Claimers
3 June
Tenterfield Team Penning Event
Team Penning & Arena Sorting to be held on Saturday, 3 June 2017, at the Tenterfield
Showgrounds, 8.30am for approx. 9am start. Entries close on 26 May 2017. For more
Information contact Sarah or John Watson 02 6737 3662.
3 June
Tenterfield Railway Markets
8am to 12pm at the Tenterfield Railway Museum, the arts & crafts market is held in the
forecourt. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 02 6736 2223.
4 June
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
10 June
Music Supper Club – Featuring Country Music
2pm at the Tenterfield Theatre. $10 per person. Enjoy Country Music on the Big Screen with
surround sound. Cabaret style tables or tiered seating. Bar Available, Cafe Open (pre order
0400 875 674) Tickets available at the School of Arts.
10-11 June
Rover Park Battle of the States
Family Fun Weekend for Standard & Modified 4WDs. Weekend Events - Hill Climb, Daytime Mud
Drags, and Mighty Mud Run. Cash & prizes for competitors. Catering & Stalls provided by Drake
Public School P&C. More information and for competition entry forms, www.roverpark.com.au
or 02 6737 6862. Motor Bike Park open all weekend! Camping & Spectator prices: 2 nights
$120 per vehicle or 3 nights $150 per vehicle.
10 June
Tenterfield Lions Club Cracker Night
4.00 pm at the Tenterfield Showground. A large bonfire, fire drum competition, fireworks
(8.30pm), hot food and drinks, live music plus school musicians, firefighter display, kids games,
raffle and bar will all be a feature of “Cracker Night”. BYO chairs, blankets, friends & rellies.
http://tenterfield.nsw.lions.org.au/events.
17 June
Bart Stenhouse Live
We are very pleased to welcome the well traveled and talented Bart Stenhouse to the
Commercial Boutique Hotel, Tenterfield in the wine bar. Come and see Bart Stenhouse in action
with his flamenco guitar as he explores the signature harmonics, rhythms and instrumental
identities
of
different
world
music
cultures.
For
details
https://www.facebook.com/commercialboutiquehoteltenterfield, phone 6736 4870 or email
[email protected].
24 June
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
24 June
Family Dance
At Urbenville Memorial Hall, subject to progress of works being undertaken in the hall.
30 June
Melbourne Comedy Festival
8pm at the Tenterfield School of Arts. Featuring Dave Callan – MC, Danielle Walker, Adam Hess
(UK), Damien Power and Matt Stewart. Five great comedians. $45 adults, $40 concession.
Phone 6736 6100 for queries. Tickets available at the School of Arts or through Trybooking at
https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=272269
2 July
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
2 - 9 July
NAIDOC Week
NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to come together to celebrate the history,
culture and achievements of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples. The 2017 National
NAIDOC theme is “Our Languages Matter”. For more information about NAIDOC visit www.naidoc.org.au
29 July
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
5 August
Tenterfield Railway Markets
8am to 12pm at the Tenterfield Railway Museum, the arts & crafts market is held in the
forecourt. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 02 6736 2223.
5 August
Gala Dinner & Auction Night
At the Tenterfield Bowling Club for the Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter. Further details
closer to the date.
6 August
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
12 August
Live Music @ The Commercial
7pm at the Commercial Boutique Hotel, 288 Rouse Street, Tenterfield. Featuring Matt Nolan
{Celtic/Folk Guitar Instrumental} A music teacher based in Armidale, Matt has drawn
inspiration from the region's Celtic connection by honing his skills in instrumental celtic & folk
guitar. Ideal music for relaxing in front of the open fire with drink in hand. For details
https://www.facebook.com/commercialboutiquehoteltenterfield, phone 6736 4870 or email
[email protected].
21 – 26 August
Eisteddfod
Sir Henry Parkes School of Arts. Speech, Drama, Music and Dance. Entries for the Tenterfield
Eisteddfod are due on the 1st April, for the eisteddfod beginning on the 21st August this year.
Enquiries can made to Fay McCowen on 67365417 or Christine Denis on 67375392.
26 August
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
27 August
Girl 2 Woman Festival
At the Memorial Hall, Tenterfield. For more details phone Ray Karam on 0402 840 944.
2 - 3 September
Details to follow.
Urbenville Trail Bike Rides
3 September
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
14 September
Tenterfield Business & Tourism Excellence Awards Gala Dinner
Winners of the 2017 Business & Tourism Excellence Awards will be announced on the evening.
For more information visit www.tenterfieldbusinessawards.com.au.
17 September
Woodenbong Annual Show
Showground. Equestrian events starting 8am with two ring program. Jumping. All Breeds Ring.
Mini Horse Show. Sporting events. 8am Championship dog show. 10am Cattle and Junior
Judging in cattle. Grand Parade Official Opening 1pm. Show Girl competition. Damper
competition, Kid’s games all day. Stalls. Pavilion. Saturday BBQ from 12 noon. Sunday All Day
BBQ,
Devonshire
Teas.
Contact:
Margaret
0266351177
or
0427653181
http://www.woodenbong.org
28 September
Manhattan Short Film Festival
7.00 pm at the Tenterfield School of Arts. $15.00 entry. Over 100,000 people gather across
250 countries to unite for One Film Festival.
29 September
Aladdin Live Performance
At the Tenterfield School of Arts, 205 Rouse Street, Tenterfield. For details go to
www.tenterfieldcinema.com.au or email [email protected] or phone 6736 6100.
30 September
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
1 October
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
7 October
Tenterfield Railway Markets
8am to 12pm at the Tenterfield Railway Museum, the arts & crafts market is held in the
forecourt. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 02 6736 2223.
12 October
Eleanor’s Story
An American Girl in Hitler’s Germany. Eleanor’s Story is an adaptation of the autobiography of
Eleanor Ramrath Garner’s youth, growing up as an American girl caught in World War II Berlin.
Ticket information to be released shortly.
14-15 October
Mobile Movie Fest
Short Film Festival – shot and edited on smartphones & tables. See your movie on the Big
Screen at the Tenterfield Cinema. Details and entry www.MobileMovieFest.com.
14-15 October
Woodenbong ADBA Trail Bike Ride
Woodenbong Showground. Free to public entry for Saturday for live entertainment, fireworks,
food and bar. All Welcome. Bikes range from Pee-Wee to full bikes and quads, Novice, Juniors
and Seniors catering for all levels of riders. The event is strictly monitored and has a “no rego,
no ride policy” (Juniors Exempt). Full details at http://www.woodenbong.org
21 October
Sir Henry Parkes Oration
2.00 pm at the Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School of Arts. Admission free, but bookings
recommended. More information and speaker to be released shortly. For further details phone
6736 6100.
28 October
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
5 November
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
25 November
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.
2 December
Tenterfield Railway Markets
8am to 12pm at the Tenterfield Railway Museum, the arts & crafts market is held in the
forecourt. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 02 6736 2223.
3 December
Wallangarra Railway Markets
8.00 am to 12.00 pm at the Wallangarra Railway Station. The best little Country Market
between QLD & NSW. The pick of local art, craft and produce - hot food, coffee and
entertainment. For enquiries or to book a stall, call 07 4684 3429.
30 December
Drake Market
8am at Woodward Park, Drake, if good weather, or under cover at the Drake Village Resource
Centre, (next door) if wet. Stall holders welcome, to book a stall please call 02 6737 6664. Fee
$10. Drake market is held on the last Saturday each month.