Propel Youth Arts E-Zine

Welcome to another Propel E-Zine

Propel has been busy lobbying for a youth arts space. Help us by filling out our survey. Our artist in focus is Otilee Lamb, check out the interview.

Congratulations to Tim Kenworthy, Roxanne Moore and Darren Lomman, WA recipients of Foundation for Young Australians Young Social Pioneers program.

There are an abundance of opportunities available. Interested in fashion? Apply for an internship in NY - but hurry applications close this Friday.

Youth Tree has some awesome volunteer positions available ranging from public relations to film and photography. There is a new federal funding program for not-for-profit organisations and as usual heaps of art attractions and events to attend!

Happy Reading
The Propel Team

Help us lobby for a youth arts hub in Perth

Propel is currently lobbying for a youth arts hub in Perth. We need YOUR feedback to help create a vibrant space for creative young people. Fill out our survey here. Read more

Artist in Focus

Propel catches up with Otilee Lamb, creative director of Forks Open Doors and freelance fashion photographer. Read more

FYA announces Young Social Pioneers

Congratulations to Tim Kenworthy (founder of Youth Tree), Roxanne Moore (founder of ARTillery) and Darren Lomman (founder of Dreamfit), three young West Australians selected to partake in Foundation for Young Australians Young Social Pioneers program! Read more

Seventh Regional Arts Australia conference announced

The Junction 2010 conference will bring together delegates from across Australia and overseas in exploring a range of issues involved in the creative sector. Interested presenters for the conference are encouraged to submit an expression of interest. Read more

Paint the ECU Shed this Saturday!

By Roxy Moore
Calling all artsy people to be involved with the ARTillery Youth Arts Festival 2009. Read more

Express yourself drama classes

Enrol in Theatresports workshops to learn new skills of the stage and meet new people. Hurry, the workshops commence October 15th. Read more

So you think you can dance?

Learn new dance skills through Street Hip Hop Dance workshops commencing 19th October. Read more

Blue Room and Idea Ex Machina presents 'Cry Havoc'

This new show from award winning writer/director Grant Watson will re-tell a classic Shakespearian tale of political intrigue and deception by transporting the story of Julius Caesar to the modern political arena. Read more

Want experience in marketing, PR, artistic direction, film (and more)?

By Tim Kenworthy
Youth Tree has some fantastic 12 month volunteer opportunities for roles including; PR Manager, Artistic Director, Business Manager and more. Read more

Vacancy at CAN WA

By Rebecca Spiedel
CAN WA are looking for an Arts and Cultural Development Manager. Read more

Love fashion and want to go to New York?

Apply for the Australians in New York Fashion Foundation internship program - you could be funded to undertake traineeship of your choice for upto 6 months in New York. Hurry, applications close October 16th, 2009. Read more

Hotbed Auditions now open

By Emmet
Black Swan State Theatre are looking for 4 performers, a sound designer, lighting designer, AV designer and a set and costume designer to participate in their 2010 HotBed season. Read more

Funding pool of over $40,000 for commissioned artists

The City of Joondalup is looking for expressions of interests from artists wishing to participate in the 2010 Joondalup Street Festival Parade. Read more

Contribute to your regional community

By Tom Hartman
The Shire of Mullewa is looking for people to be involved with community projects including youth development, events management, program management and more. Read more

Love to sing out loud?

By Chris Thomas
Win $1000 in the Cockburn Idol competition. Register by November 20 for your chance to perform infront of a 10,000 strong crowd at the Regional Community Concert. Read more

New all ages venue

By Dan
All-ages promoters are encouraged to use the Revolution Club (former BOG venue) to stage their events. Read more

Applications open for Australia's longest running short film fest

Applications are open for St Kilda Film Festival competition. The short film competition awards over $40,000 worth of cash and in-kind craft awards, including a $10,000 prize for Best Short Film! Read more

New federal funding program for not-for-profit organisations

The Australian Government’s Youth Development and Support Program funding round for 2009-10 is now open. Eligible groups may apply for funding grants of up to $75,000. Read more

Arts grant information session

By Elaine Ruddy
The Department of Culture and the Arts is running an information session for artists and arts workers regarding the Arts Development Panel. Read more