QORF eNews July 2019
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Cod Hole by Christian Botella, Best Photo, Visioning the Outdoors 2019
Hi there,
Lots to talk about today - most especially the winners of the 2019 Visioning the Outdoors Film & Photo Comp and the new Activate! Queensland strategy. We also have a couple of important reminders for you as well - nominations for the Outdoors Queensland Awards and bookings for the Critical Incident Management Planning workshops in August and September.
QORF EO Dom Courtney had a couple of weeks leave in July. This came in from the Big Red Bash while he was away ... Click to view!
from the Big Red Bash
Now here's a little taste of things to come: Outdoors Queensland! Yes, we are rebranding, taking on a new name and rethinking the way we can be of better service to you, to our members and to the outdoor community in Queensland. Watch this space!
A message from Dom!
Dom Courtney
Executive Officer
A Milestone!
In July 2019, Partnerships Manager, Mark Squires celebrated 10 years working with QORF, looking after events, members and QORF’s online presence - the monthly eNewsletter, the various social media platforms and the QORF website. During this time, Mark worked with Executive Officers Donna Little, Murray Stewart and Dom Courtney who have kindly shared a few thoughts ... read more
Announcing the Winners!
Visioning the Outdoors 2019
As the quality of the entries was generally very high, the judges had to consider very carefully - after careful deliberation and reviewing all the entries we are pleased to announce the following winners.
Best Photo: Cod Hole by Christian Botella (see above)
“A well-timed, well-positioned and well-lit shot that absolutely conveys the excitement and wonder of the outdoors! Great shot Christian” (Chris Bray)
Best Film: New Zealand 9 by Anthony Gordon
“I would like to extend a warm thank you and congratulations to the film entrants in the 2019 Visioning the Outdoors competition. There’s no better place to film and share your experiences than in the great outdoors. All the films presented this year had strengths, whether it be the quality of the filming, the editing, the soundtrack or the locations shown. The selected winner, NZ9, demonstrated all of these qualities. (Lachlan Ryan)
Best Youth Photo: Beach Time by Lydia Ellingsen
Instagram: SUP by Kate Richards (Adventuremumma)
People's Choice Photo: Lake Monduran by Julie Whalley
People's Choice Film: Immerse Yourself by Lisa Marshall & Greg Cartwright
Best Climbing Photo: Best Forgotten Art by Hannah Vasiliades
Congratulations to you all. See all the winning films and photos here: Winners 2019
Thank you to all our wonderful Prize Partners. We are very grateful for their ongoing support which was crucial to the success of the competition.
Celebrate World Photography Day on August 19
Following on from the successful 'Reactive' workshop, places are still available for the Session 2: Proactive Critical Incident Management workshop which will be held in Cairns on August 17 and in Brisbane on September 14 & 15.
Read More/Book
Activate! Queensland
Launched by Minister Mick de Brenni on Saturday July 27, "Activate! Queensland is a whole of government approach that will see $506.4 million invested over the next three years to get all Queenslanders more physically active, more often"
Minister de Brenni noted that collaboration with local communities would be at the heart of the infrastructure investment.
“By listening to clubs, families, and sportspeople across the State, we’ve identified how to develop infrastructure solutions that promote active participation opportunities for all Queenslanders
Learn More / Download the Strategy
QORF is pleased to have been involved during 2018 and 2019 in the development of this government strategy regarding sport and active recreation. Activate! Queensland is intended to shape how outdoor recreation and sport are delivered across Queensland for the next decade.
NOTE: We are holding an Industry Briefing Session on Tuesday 6 August 2019 from 8.30 am (sharp) to 1.30 pm to outline the relevance of Activate! Queensland 2019 – 2029 to the outdoor sector. Please put this date in your diaries and RSVP as soon as possible.
Outdoors Queensland Awards
Nominate soon! Don't miss out!
Nominations are closing on August 23
It is time to put pen to paper (or finger to keyboard!) and make your nominations.
Award winners will be announced in Brisbane at the annual Outdoors Queensland Awards Dinner on Friday October 25. Guest speaker: Ultra-marathon runner Jacqui Bell.
QORF thanks and acknowledges the ongoing support of all our sponsors.
Fair Play Vouchers
Queensland’s new Activate! Queensland includes measures to support local clubs to get Queenslanders out and active - the $150 “FairPlay” Vouchers will be available from 31 July for encouraging children ... Read More
Do you value your waterways?
Healthy Land & Water would love to know how much you value and use your local waterways. Take part in an short 10-minute survey ... Read More
The last of the great adventurers
Everest, both poles, trudging across Australia solo and unsupported … will we see anyone like Jon Muir again?
Read More
Angling GPG released for public comment
Members of the outdoors community can have their say about this GPG by visiting yoursay.australianaas.org.au/Angling.
Walking and cycling to work
In Australia, more than 9 million people commute to work every weekday. The distance they travel and how they get there can influence their well-being and performance at work. Read More
Queensland’s Outdoor Economy
The economic contribution of QLD's nature-based outdoor recreation sector to Australia's economy.
Read More
Coming Events
Events coming up in the next month include: the AABAT Bush Adventure Therapy Forum, August 8-11; Trauma Focused Adventure Therapy Training, August 12-13; the Serious Fun workshop, August 13; International Youth Day, August 12; Session 2 Critical Incident Management Planning workshop, Cairns (August 17); Nature Freedom’s Anniversary Paddle, August 17 and Walk at Work Week, August 19.
Event Management Links/Resources
Check out World Days in August too!
Serious Fun
A workshop by Mark Collard.
Fun group games & activities are one of the most powerful (and attractive) ways to help people connect, and strong relationships amplify the results of whatever you’re trying to get done. A workshop by Mark Collard.
08:30 - 16:30, Tuesday August 13, 2019 Sports House, Milton
Learn More & Register
Anniversary Paddle
Paddling to celebrate the day Nature Freedom first ran inclusive adventure programs for young people with disabilities and mental health.
Learn More & Register
What's On
The online calendar of What's On Activities, Events, Training & Workshops
If you have an event, public training opportunity, open day, adventure race, workshop or conference coming up soon, lets us know by Submitting Your Event and we will promote it in the What's On calendar.
For Hire:
Do you have equipment for hire, spaces to let out for meetings, training or activities? Let us know and we'll add it to the For Hire page on the website.
Email industry@qorf.org.au
Knot Tying: Rope Coiling Methods
Jobs: Several new jobs are listed on our Jobs Available page in the Industry / Jobs & Careers section.
Seniors Outdoors: Are you running courses or activities for or that are suitable for seniors? Tell us know and we'll add them to our Seniors Outdoors.
Welcome aboard!
We are pleased to welcome new members: Camp Thunderbird, Iona College and HYPAR Wild.
On being a QORF member!
As a QORF member you have a choice to make – sit back and hope things work out, or – much better – get involved! Learn more about Getting Involved and Making Connections
Go to the Membership section to become a QORF Green Circle Member today. New members will be acknowledged here, on the QORF home page and on our social media platforms.
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