

Highlighted Business of the Week
A Room of One's Own - Castlemaine Currently studying her Postgraduate in Human Rights, Felicity Grosse is developing her writing practice for future publication.

Tips for Independent Artist - Preparation part 2
Preparation - Expenditure Where is your money / resources going? We all know money is essential but other resources are too. • Write a list of everything you think you spend money on.
• Go online and work out what direct debits you have coming out of all your bank accounts. Don’t forget all your accounts and platforms like PayPal.
• Check your phone for what subscriptions and direct debits you have already or planned.
• Put it all into one folder or note book so you can ke


Ideas & Brainstorming - Win-Win
Start thinking early on about who your project will benefit in order to create win-win opportunities. Think laterally about who these groups might be. Doing so could help you greatly increase the reach and impact of what you're doing. What are the different angles for your project that might get people excited and eager to get involved? It could be a recognition or gratitude, financial discounts or a combination of all! When the benefit is mutual, the motivation for success

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94.9 Main FM - Castlemaine MAINfm is licensed to Castlemaine District Radio Inc to serve the Mount Alexander district community. The studios and offices are located in the Workspace building on Halford St. MAINfm transmits 24 hours each day with music of broad appeal combined with local news and information. Their presenters are local people and the organisation is not for profit. All income generated is used for the development, improvement, conduct and maintenance of the st


Tips for Independent Artists - Preparation part 1
Over the coming weeks will be investigating some tips for independent artists. This week and next week we will look at preparation. This stage is about gathering all the information. Preparation - Income So where is your money or resources coming from? Contracted work: Write a list of anyone that you have outstanding invoices either to submit or pending payment. Email them or ring them and invite them to a time to discuss the payment plan for these outstanding amounts. Also


Ideas & Brainstorming - Get Creative
There are so many wonderful ways you can start your project off with a bang! Get creative with how you present your work to your audience. Whether it be a stunt man riding a unicycle while blindfolded, creating new content or a beautifully crafted app. Think about what it takes to create a successful project. Don't forget to think outside the box!

Highlighted Business of the Week
Anna Hedigan - Writer Anna is a writer who has been short listed for Australia’s richest short story prize and long listed for the William Faulkner Novel Prize, a significant international competition.


Ideas & Brainstorming - Get Moving
Your ideas are blossoming into a beautiful project, so don't stop now! The more time and effort you spend on it now, the better the result. Keep watering it with love and don't be afraid to get your ideas out there. Lets keep the ball rolling and your ideas soaring!


Highlighted Business of the Week
Central Victorian Pet Cremations - Eaglehawk Central Vic Pet Cremations is a family run pet cremation service located in Bendigo, Victoria. Like most families, they have always had pets which have added fun and love to their lives. Whether it be a dog, cat, turtle, canary or rabbit, each one has been a treasured part of the family. So, when you lose one of these beloved members of your family, they know you want them looked after in the best possible way, which is why they


Ideas & Brainstorming - The Issue at Heart
We can often get lost of sidetracked when starting a project. Remind yourself why your organisation exists, and what inspires you at your core. These ideas are the beating heart of your project!