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RWA Email Update - 26 May 2011
RWA Email Update - 26 May 2011
Redfern welcomes a new Minister
Redfern shop front improvement matching grant program
Uniting the community through sport
Artists rev up at Eveleigh Artisans’ Market for charity car rally
Weave Arts Space opening exhibition
Koori Mail – 20th year celebration
NCIE celebrates its first anniversary
Modification - Temporary Gardener's Compound, Australian Technology Park
New Gardener's Compound, Australian Technology Park
Fashion event at the former Clothing Store, North Eveleigh
New way finding signage, Australian Technology Park, Eveleigh
26 May – Hugo & Vine Music from Redfern
3 June – Tuned in Hip Hop Festival
Eveleigh Farmers’ Market – every Saturday 8am to 1pm
Eveleigh Artisans’ Market – first Sunday of the month, 10am to 3pm
Alexandria Community Garden – 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
NEWS
Redfern welcomes a new Minister
The Redfern-Waterloo Authority would like to formally welcome the Hon Brad Hazzard, Minister for Planning and Infrastructure and the Minister assisting the Premier on Infrastructure in NSW to the Redfern-Waterloo area. The Minister has the responsibility for the Redfern-Waterloo Authority Act so is therefore responsible for the NSW Government’s involvement in this area.
The Minister has been closely involved in the Redfern-Waterloo area as the Shadow Minister for Planning and Shadow Minister for Redfern-Waterloo, so has a detailed knowledge of the many facets that make up this vibrant and diverse community.
The Redfern-Waterloo Authority wishes the Minister well in his new role and is looking forward to continuing the positive developments in the area.
Redfern shop front improvement matching grant program
Local shops in the Redfern area may be eligible for a grant to improve their shopfront with the Redfern-Waterloo Authority matching the City of Sydney grants program to encourage more business in the area. The objective of the grant is to encourage the removal of roller shutters to improve a sense of safety and economic activity as well as to let the wider community know that Redfern is open for business.
Matched grants of up to $3,000 will be considered for this program, however, applicants must make a matched contribution of cash only, not a value-in-kind, to the project. The property must be located on Redfern Street between Elizabeth and Regent Streets, Regent Street between Cleveland Street and Henderson Road, Cope Street between Redfern and Turner Streets or Abercrombie Street between Ivy and Butlin Streets.
For more information or to apply for a grant please visit: http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/Business/CityEconomy/RedfernShopfront.asp.
Uniting the community through sport
The Australian Technology Park (ATP), South Sydney
Rabbitohs and the NSWRL joined forces to showcase Rugby League and the way the
game can bring harmony into the community with the U17’s ATP Redfern Nines
(9’s) competition held on Saturday, 7 May.
The U17’s ATP Redfern Nines featured more than 200 junior players competing in
heritage-based sides including Indigenous, Maori, Samoan, Fijian and Middle
Eastern. The NSW Maoris won the grand final against the Middle Eastern team,
however, there was plenty of entertainment off the field too with the teams
entertaining the crowd with traditional war dances and cultural performances,
Redfern’s Got Talent, food stalls representing various cultures and a jumping
castle for the kids.
Artists rev up at Eveleigh Artisans’ Market for charity car rally
More than 120 teams are taking part in an epic road trip to raise funds for cancer research as part of the second annual Sh*tbox Rally, an extreme fundraiser where participants will venture from Brisbane to Darwin over seven days in a car worth less than $1000.
As part of the fundraiser, a group of local artists visited Eveleigh Artisans’ Market on Sunday, 1 May to join some of the fundraisers to paint their cars before they set off on their adventure on Saturday, 21 May to raise vital funds for Cancer Council’s programs. Artisans’ Market shoppers were given the opportunity to see the artists’ at work while enjoying a coffee and perusing the Artisans’ Market that showcases independent art, crafts and design.
Eveleigh Market is a community initiative of Australian Technology Park.
Weave Arts Space opening exhibition
Weave Arts Centre officially launched on Wednesday, 11 May by holding its inaugural exhibition ‘Breakout’ featuring the work of artists who are recovering from mental health issues.
The exhibition launch was a big success and provided an opportunity for the artists to sell their art and increase their income above the poverty line as well as being recognised as accomplished artists. Around 200 people attended the launch - 18 works have been sold so far worth $6,000 with more artwork being commissioned,
The new arts space in North Eveleigh, granted by the Sydney Metropolitan Development Authority, is run by a professional artist, Camille Masson-Talansier, and offers an open studio space, classes, workshops and materials, equipment and opportunities to exhibit and sell work.
Local volunteers recognised
The Community Participation Volunteer Awards 2011 was held on Thursday, 12 May 2011 to acknowledge the fantastic skills and contributions of individuals, community groups, and organisations within Redfern, Waterloo and surrounding suburbs. Held at Alexandria Town Hall, over 150 volunteers were nominated in recognition for their outstanding contribution to the local community.
Koori Mail – 20th year celebration
RWA would like to congratulate the Koori Mail for celebrating its 20th year anniversary and its 500th edition with a special event held at CarriageWorks. RWA”s Yaama Dhiyaan Hospitality Training School providing hospitality services on the night with 35 Aboriginal trained staff providing catering and waiting services. Over 500 people attended with the event representing the largest number of Aboriginal Gadigal people being catered for since colonisation.
NCIE celebrates its first anniversary
RWA would like to congratulate the National Centre for Indigenous Excellence (NCIE) for celebrating its first anniversary in April. NCIE is located on George St in Redfern and offers state-of-the-art gym and sporting facilities, workshops, education programs and more.
DEVELOPMENT NEWS
Modification - Temporary Gardener's Compound, Australian Technology Park
The application to extend the use of the Temporary Gardener's Compound until 30 April 2016 and the reinstatement of the area until 30 June 2016 was withdrawn by the applicant on 13 April 2011.
New Gardener's Compound, Australian Technology Park
The application to construct a new Gardener's Shed with associated landscaping works on land located between the Central Avenue roundabout and Henderson Road was likewise withdrawn by the Applicant on 13 April 2011.
Fashion event at the former Clothing Store, North Eveleigh
The application to use the former Clothing Store Building at North Eveleigh for a fashion event on 3 May 2011 was approved on 2 May 2011. The application was on exhibition from 15 to 29 April 2011.
New way finding signage, Australian Technology Park, Eveleigh
A development application was received for the removal of existing way finding signage and the installation of new way finding signage throughout the Australian Technology Park public domain. The application is on exhibition from 11 May to 1 June 2011.
WHAT’S ON
26 May – Hugo & Vine Music from Redfern
Hugo & Vine draws together some of Redfern’s diverse pool of music talent – professionals, students and keen amateurs – to share their songs and stories with local residents, community and each other. Taking place from 7.30pm-9pm at Redfern Community Centre, 29-53 Hugo Street, Redfern. Email tbowra@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or call 0414 586 508 for more details.
3 June – Tuned in Hip Hop Festival
In celebration of Reconciliation Week and Mabo Day, the NSW Reconciliation Council is holding a youth hip hop event on Friday, 3 June at Oxford Art Factory. The line up boasts some of the best Indigenous and non-Indigenous acts including up and coming Redfern crew Stunna Set. Proceeds from the night are going to fund a workshop series for Indigenous young people in Juvenile Justice Centres. Tickets are $10 plus booking fee through www.moshtix.com.au. For more information please contact Julian Boswell on 9562 6353 or email Julian.Boswell@nswreconciliation.org.au.
Eveleigh Farmers’ Market – every Saturday 8am to 1pm
Stock up on fresh produce straight from the farm at Eveleigh Farmers’ Market, an undercover, and traditional weekly Farmers’ Market held in the historic Blacksmith Workshop on Wilson Street in Darlington. Selling unique produce from fresh fruit and vegetables, meats, flowers and gourmet treats, Eveleigh Farmers Market is Sydney’s only ‘rain, hail, shine’ venue with an inspiring heritage backdrop. Eveleigh Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday from 8am to 1pm. For more information please visit www.eveleighmarket.com.au.
Eveleigh Artisans’ Market – first Sunday of the month, 10am to 3pm
Showcasing the best in Australian independent design, art and crafts, Eveleigh Artisans’ Market takes place on the first Sunday of the month from 10am-3pm under the heritage listed Blacksmith Workshop.
Alexandria Community Garden – 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month
Interested in learning how to grow fruit and vegetables? Join other garden enthusiasts (both novices and experienced) at the Alexandria Community Garden. Working bees take place on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month at Connect Redfern, Park St, Alexandria.
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