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Issue 89, 26 August 2014

WELCOME TO ISSUE 89

Dear member

As always when I think about writing an introduction, my thoughts immediately go to the women who touch my life.

The women of the RRR Network and the Women’s Industry Network Seafood Community are some of these.

I am also privileged to work with the amazing young vibrant women on Networking the Networks, a National Rural Women’s Coalition project.

Through social media opportunities, this project is working to increase Australia's rural remote and regional women’s communication networks and information sharing opportunities.

I am constantly amazed at the passion and authenticity that these women bring to both their industries and the lives that they touch.

If you have an event or information that you would like to share, please contact the RRR Network.

Leonie Noble, Reference Group Member, Geraldton

Find out more about our Reference Group members

LATEST NEWS

Kerry Sanderson AO will be the next WA Governor

Respected former public servant and Agent General Kerry Sanderson AO will be the next Governor of Western Australia. Premier Colin Barnett made the announcement at Government House after Her Majesty The Queen approved the Premier’s recommendation for the appointment of Mrs Sanderson to succeed Hon Malcolm McCusker AC CVO QC.

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2015 Rural Women’s Award now open to applications

The 2015 RIRDC Rural Women’s Award identifies and rewards women’s contribution to primary industries and rural communities by providing financial assistance, mentoring, resources and support via its nation-wide network of business and community leaders for selected state winners. Applications closing 31 October 2014. 

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Have your say on the future of Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds

Caravan users, campers, long-stay tenants and operators are invited to have their say on how to improve holiday park experiences. A new Act could be more flexible, enable more holiday park choices for consumers, reduce red tape for operators and improve health and safety standards for everyone. Submissions closing 1 September 2014.

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WA woman wins 6th Mongol Derby

Shire of Dandaragan local Sam Jones is the first Australian, and only the second woman, to win the 1000 kilometre Mongol Derby, riding 28 local horses over eight days.

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Board Director, NRWC

The National Rural Women’s Coalition is calling for expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced interested persons for the role of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Director. Nominations closing 5 September 2014. 

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Boards and Committees

Read up on the latest board and committee opportunities in your area.

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YOUR RRR NETWORK

Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund Round
Closing 29 August 2014

WA Seniors Awards
Closing 29 August 2014

The Heywire Competition
closing 16 September 2014

2014 National Landcare People’s Choice Award
closing 17 September 2014

Small Grants for Rural Communities (SGRC) - Round 26
closing 26 September 2014

Under The Rug: Art Competition for Mental Health Awareness
closing 28 September 2014

CAN WA Catalyst Community Arts Fund Rounds
Closing 30 September 2014

2014-15 Natural Disaster Resilience Program
Closing 30 September 2014

View all grants and awards...

27 - 28 August, Dowerin
Dowerin GWN Machinery Field Days

28 August, Narrogin
WA College of Agriculture College Try Out Camp

1 - 5 September, Australia
Jean Hailes Women's Health Week

3 September, Australia
Indigenous Literacy Day

5 - 14 September, Broome
Shinju Matsuri Festival

10 September, World wide
International GYN Awareness Day

12 - 14 September, Newman
Outback Festival

13 - 19 September, Great Southern Region
Hidden Treasures Great Southern Blook Festival

20 September, Kalbarri
Zest Festival

View full events calendar...

Janine Phillips - Peaceful Bay
Janine is a regional woman who has extensive community and professional networks across WA.

She was the Zone Co-ordinator of the Lower South West and Blackwood Zones of WA Farmers and represented her rural community in advocating for the rights of farmers in the review of the Rights in Water and Irrigation Act. Janine also held a Board position on the Prisoner Review Board of Western Australia. 

In addition to her community and employment  commitments, Janine is the mother to five adult children and is actively involved in three family businesses: farming at Lake Muir and fishing and tourism at Peaceful Bay.

Read more about Janine and our other members...

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