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DARWIN CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE

MONDAY, 16 MAY 2011 MEMBERS: Member R Lesley (Chairman); The Right Worshipful, The Lord Mayor, Mr

G R Sawyer; Member H I Galton; Member A R Mitchell; Member J L Sangster.

OFFICERS: Chief Executive Officer, Mr B Dowd; General Manager Community &

Cultural Services, Mr J Banks; Executive Manager, Mr M Blackburn; Manager Community Development, Ms K Hearn; Manager Library Services, Ms K Conway; Manager Regulatory Services, Mr D Neall; Arts & Cultural Development Officer, Ms A Rae; Community Services Officer, Ms N McCann; Executive Officer, Ms A Smit.

Enquiries and/or Apologies: Arweena Smit

E-mail: [email protected] - PH: 89300 685 Committee's Responsibilities * Recreation & Leisure * Animal Management * Children & Youth * Inspectorial Services * Arts and Culture * Parking Control * Community Services & Support * Public Libraries * Human Services * Recreation * Community Use of Halls, Ovals, * Social Planning and Advocacy

Playing Fields, Public Pools * Darwin Entertainment Centre and other Council Facilities

* Sister Cities Management Community Committee’s * * * I N D E X * * * PAGE 1 MEETING DECLARED OPEN .....................................................................4 2 APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE ..................................................4 3 ELECTED MEMBERS CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION ...........4

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4 CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS ...............................................................................5 5 WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION ...........................................5 6 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING

Monday, 11 April 2011.............................................................................5 7 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING 7.1 Business Arising ...........................................................................................5 8 INFORMATION ITEMS 8.1 Darwin Festival Announces Artistic Director for 2012-2013..........................6 8.2 Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT).............6 9 OFFICERS REPORTS 9.1 Community & Cultural Services Team Report – April 2011 ..........................7 9.2 Regulatory Services Monthly Update – April 2011......................................19 9.3 Libraries Information Update for April 2011 ................................................26 9.4 NT School Space Sponsorship ...................................................................31 9.5 Community Grants Program 2011/2012 – Applications for 1st Round of Funding for Community Projects Plus Applications for Annual Funding for Climate Change and Environment Projects............46 9.6 Minutes of Disability Advisory Committee Meeting of 14 April 2011 – Resignation of Josephine Clark & Penny Campton ........................63 9.7 Youth Advisory Group Minutes April 6 2011 & Membership Appointment ..........................................................................70 9.8 Minutes Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee

(ACDAC) 10 February 2011& 20 April 2011 - Membership Renominations and Resignations, Civic Park Cultural Usage Plan Workshop....................................................................................................75

9.9 NT Heritage Darwin CBD Heritage Walk ....................................................92 9.10 Darwin Military Museum Proposal to Conduct Tours of The Gun Emplacements at East Point.......................................................................96

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10 SISTER CITIES COMMUNITY COMMITTEE ITEMS 10.1 INFORMATION ITEMS.............................................................................100 10.2 OFFICER’S REPORTS 10.2.1 Sister City Community Committee Meeting Notes – Haikou 28 March 2011..............................................................101

10.2.2 Sister City Community Committee Minutes – Dili 29 March 2011, Action For Change Foundation Presentation..............................................................................104 10.2.3 Sister City Community Committee Meeting Notes – Ambon 31 March 2011, Arafura Games, Ambonese Night.......109 10.2.4 Sister City Community Committees Membership......................115

11. GENERAL BUSINESS 11.1 Outstanding Items.....................................................................................122

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Community & Cultural Services Committee Meeting – Monday, 16 May, 2011


1 MEETING DECLARED OPEN 2 APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE 2.1 Apologies 2.2 Leave of Absence Granted THAT it be noted that Member R Lesley (Chairman) is an apology due to a Leave of Absence being previously granted on 15 March 2011 for the period 16 May 2011 to 18 May 2011. DECISION NO.20\() (16/05/11) 3 ELECTED MEMBERS CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

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4 CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS Nil 5 WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION COMMITTEE’S DECISION THAT the Committee resolve under delegated authority that all Information Items and Officers Reports to the Community & Cultural Services Committee Meeting held on Monday, 16, 2011, be received and all recommendations contained therein be adopted by general consent with the exception of Item Number ...... DECISION NO.20\() (16/05/11) 6 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING COMMITTEE’S DECISION THAT the Committee resolve that the minutes of the previous Community & Cultural Services Committee Meeting held on Monday, 11 April, 2011 tabled by the Chairman, be received and confirmed as a true and correct record of the proceedings of that meeting. DECISION NO.20\() (16/05/11) 7 BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE

PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING 7.1 Business Arising

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8 INFORMATION ITEMS 8.1 Darwin Festival Announces Artistic Director for 2012-2013 Document No. 1992656 (13/04/11) Common No. 1992656 COMMITTEE’S RECOMMENDATION THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- THAT the incoming media release from Darwin Festival dated 13 April 2011 announcing Edwina Lunn as incoming Festival Artistic Director for 2012 and 2013, Document Number 1992656, be received and noted.

8 INFORMATION ITEMS 8.2 Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT) Document No. 1991371 (8/04/11) Common No. 1991971 COMMITTEE’S RECOMMENDATION THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- THAT the incoming correspondence from the Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT) relating to a New Aboriginal Peak Body for child, youth and family safety and wellbeing and child protection in the Northern Territory dated 8 April 2011, Document Number 199137, be received and noted.

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ENCL: NO DARWIN CITY COUNCIL

DATE: 06/05/2011REPORT

TO: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

COMMITTEE/OPEN A

APPROVED: KH

FROM: A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY &

CULTURAL SERVICES

REPORT NO:

11C0065 KH:kl

COMMON NO:

1733166

SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011

ITEM NO: 9.1 SYNOPSIS: This report provides Council with an update of activities undertaken within the Community Development program during April 2011 and is presented for Council’s information. GENERAL: This report provides an update of activities within the Cultural & Community Services portfolio and selected projects. Each Officer within the Community Development Team has prepared their own sections to appraise Council of operational activities during April 2011. REPORT: COMMUNITY SERVICES (CSO) The Community Services Officer has carriage of disability services, community events, community grants, seniors and community development activities. Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) The Disability Advisory Committee met on 14 April at the Casuarina Library Meeting Room. Various access issues were discussed and the Facility Access Survey form which is to be distributed to athletes participating in the 2011 Oceania Paralympic Championships, being held in conjunction with the 2011 Arafura Games, was tabled. The minutes from the meeting are the subject of a separate report to the Community and Cultural Services Committee.

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 Community Grants Program Council’s Community Grants Program provides funding for projects that directly benefit the Darwin community. Each year Council allocates $100,000 for community projects and this year an additional $50,000 for community based climate change and environment projects has been allocated. Submissions for funding of community projects occurring in the second half of 2011 (30 June 2011 – 31 December 2011) and for climate change and environment projects occurring in the 2011/2012 financial year were invited in early March. Advertisements appeared in the NT News and the Darwin Sun and the program was also promoted through community sector networks. The closing date for applications was 8 April. In total, 23 applications for funding of community projects and 7 applications for funding of climate change and environment projects were received. The applications will be presented, with a covering report, to the Community Services Committee Meeting on 16 May 2011. Disability Awareness Week 2011 Disability Awareness Week (DAW) is a week long program designed to highlight the achievements of people with disability and the positive contributions they make to the Darwin community. It also aims to raise public awareness on disability issues. This year Disability Awareness Week will be celebrated from Thursday 1 to Thursday 8 September. The first planning meeting will take place early in May and community organisations who wish to be involved in the week’s activities have been invited to attend. Seniors Month 2011 CSO and the Libraries Project Officer have commenced planning Council’s program of events for Seniors Month 2011 which will be celebrated right throughout August. National Disability Strategy 2010 – 2020 Information Session CSO attended an information session on the National Disability Strategy 2010 – 2020 which was presented by Senator Jan McLucas, Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Carers at Parliament House on 4 April. Official opening of the Carers Wellbeing Centre at Carers NT, Bayview CSO attended the official opening of the Carers Wellbeing Centre by Senator Jan McLucas, Parliamentary Secretary for Disabilities and Carers, on 4 April. The Carers Wellbeing Centre is situated in Bayview and is operated by Carers NT. CPA Australia Manager Community Development and CSO attended a presentation by Corinne Proske, Senior Manager Community Finance & Development, National Australia Bank on 15 April. The presentation was hosted by CPA Australia and provided information regarding partnerships between government, not for profit organisations and the private sector that provide microfinance programs to assist low income Australians access relevant financial services.

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PAGE: 3 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 ARTS & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee (ACDAC) ACDAC’s second meeting for 2011 was initially scheduled for 14 April 2011 but was rescheduled for 20 April 2011. The Civic Park has been an ongoing discussion item and the Committee suggested that a workshop be held in place of a forthcoming ACDAC meeting. The minutes of the ACDAC meeting are the subject of a separate report to the Community and Cultural Services Committee. Live Music @ Your Library The live music concerts at City and Casuarina libraries continue to be popular and musicians and libraries staff have reported an increase in audience numbers. The positive outcomes of the program were noted at the April meeting of ACDAC. Public Art – The Mall The wooden signage inlays by three Larrakia artists Dotty Fejo, Joe Raymond and Denise Quall have now been completed and are nearing installation. These inlays are the final item of permanent public art to be commissioned for MY0800 Mall refurbishment. Selected photos for the This Is My Darwin photo competition will be an item of temporary public art in the Mall. Discussions with the consultant regarding the fabrication of this temporary banner signage is currently being undertaken. Public Art – Centenary of the Naming of Darwin Council has endorsed a site at the north western end of Bicentennial Park for a new work of Public Art commemorating the Centenary of the Naming of Darwin. Larrakia organisations are providing comment on suitability of site. The engagement of a public art consultant to prepare a project brief for other opportunities extending throughout the park will be subsequent to Council decision on the Bicentennial Park Master Plan. Public Art – Nightcliff Pool Mural Larrakia organisations are to provide comment on suitability of site. This opportunity will be advertised to local artists once comment has been received. Public Art – HMS Beagle Ship Bell Chime - maintenance Maintenance work is currently being undertaken on the Bell Chime to determine why a number of the bells have ceased working following Cyclone Carlos. Public Art – Mindil Beach Burial Mound - Pirryangua Pukemani Poles - maintenance The artist has identified the need for maintenance work at the site due to a termite infestation. Advice is being sought on how to best undertake this maintenance while conserving the integrity of the work.

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PAGE: 4 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 Community Art Space In April the Community Art Space hosted an exhibition by Larrakia artists Kenny and Lance Hopkins. This exhibition of vibrant and skilled works received much favourable comment. Over twenty people attended the exhibition opening which was a positive experience for the first time solo exhibitors. In May an exhibition by 17 year old Darwin secondary graduate Jack Kruger is scheduled, with an opening function planned for Tuesday 3 May at 5pm. Jack specialises in Paper Cuttings and Stencil Work. YOUTH PROJECTS The Youth Projects section facilitates involvement of young people in Council’s processes and decision making, creates and hosts youth exclusive events and activities in partnership with young people, hosts a Youth Services trainee position, advocates for the needs of young people and coordinates youth specific community information tools. GRIND GRIND continued formal meetings in April, the meeting involved a debrief of The BIG GIG 2011. Whilst there was an overall positive response to the event there were a number of areas listed for improvement. The Twenty Things to do in Twenty Minutes article on the GRIND website continues to receive numerous visits. (now with over 38,000 views) The GRIND website can be viewed at www.grindonline.com.au Youth Advisory Group (YAG) The YAG April meeting was held two days prior to The BIG GIG and as such it was focussed on the running of this event . The group recommended that Alexis Morris be accepted as a member. The YAG Facebook site has proved to be a valuable mechanism for accessing young people. Following the posting of The BIG GIG photos on the Facebook page, the site received an increase in traffic and requests for individuals to be YAG friends. The Big Gig The BIG GIG was held on April 8th. Over 2000 people attended the event during the afternoon with a peak of 1,200. The event ran incident free until rain in the early evening caused the cancellation of the final act. A full report on the BIG GIG 2011 event will be presented to the June round of Council meetings. The Gig Gear The GIG GEAR has been accessed over 2 weekends in April and utilised during the BIG GIG. In addition, there have been 5 enquiries regarding hiring of the GIG GEAR.

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PAGE: 5 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 Networking The Youth Services Officer attended a briefing on an anti cyber-bullying project being run by Corrugated Iron Youth Arts. FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SERVICES The Family & Children’s Services Coordinator (FCSC) manages Council’s Community and Child Care Centres, the Fun Bus, Fun in the Parks, special projects and facilitates school visits to Council. Community Centres In April a tenant from Nightcliff Community Centre gave notice to vacate an office space in May 2011. The vacant office space will be filled by an organisation currently listed on the waiting list. Work has commenced at Malak Community Centre to install an undercover area with BBQ facilities. Child Care Centres Council sponsors seven Child Care Centres in the provision and maintenance of the buildings. A maintenance inspection on three (3) of the centres were carried out by Council’s Building Supervisor and the FCSC. FCSC attended Mitchell Street Child Centre Management Committee meeting to discuss Council’s and the Committee’s role and responsibilities with regards to management and maintenance of the Centre. Fun Bus The Fun Bus continues to provide high quality mobile play group services for children 0 to 5 years, their parents and carers. The Fun Bus operates weekdays 9.30am to 11.30am in parks and reserves for a total of 40 weeks each year.

Monday - Bagot Community, Ludmilla Tuesday – Wanguri Park, Wanguri Wednesday - Water Gardens, Jingili Thursday - Malak Caravan Park, Malak Friday - Civic Park, Darwin

Fun in the Parks Council’s Fun in the Parks is a school holiday program focused on primary school aged children. Fun in the parks is held at various ovals and parks around Darwin, so children can attend a location close to where they live. The program operates from 10am to 12.30pm every Monday, Wednesday and Friday of school holidays. Fun in the Parks school holiday program operated from Monday 4 April to Friday 8 April, at the following venues:

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Nightcliff Water Gardens in conjunction with the Fun Bus Parap Swimming Pool

There was an average of 85 children at each session. Fun in the parks attended the FREEPS event held during the Seabreeze Festival at Nightcliff Swimming Pool on 30 April. In kind support The Fun and Games equipment program supported four (4) community events in April 2011. OTHER Quality Does Matter FCSC attended the one day conference “Quality Does Matter: Enhancing Early Childhood Practice to meet the National Quality Framework”. It was held by the Department of Education and Training, in collaboration with Child Australia for all early childhood educators to explore best practice in light of the National Quality Framework. The conference provided opportunity to engage in professional conversations, network with educators across multiple sectors within the early childhood education and care domain and contextualise the changes coming to the sector in 2012. Northern Territory Early Childhood Plan The Department of Education and Training are developing an early childhood plan for the Northern Territory. The plan will ensure the current national and NT strategies and reforms, for pre-birth to 8 year olds, are aligned and relevant to the NT context. It will set out the direction for building better services and programs that have measurable improvements in outcomes for the NT’s children and their families. On 7 April, FCSC attended a consultation workshop to contribute to the NT Early Childhood Plan. The workshop was jointly facilitated by the NT Department of Education and Training, the NT Department of Health and the Allen Consulting Group. In addition the FCSC provided input through an online survey conducted for parents, carers and practitioners. The Menzies School of Health Research has written an Early Childhood Series of papers to inform the consultation process and development of the early childhood plan. The papers, entitled “Early childhood development in the NT: Issues to be addressed” and “The first 5 years: Starting Early” are available for viewing at www.det.nt.gov.au/parents-community/early-childhood-services/ntecplan

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PAGE: 7 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 SISTER CITIES PROGRAM AND COMMUNITY SAFETY The Senior Community Development Officer - Cultural Liveability (SCDO) coordinates the Sister Cities program, Council’s International Relations matters and a range of community development activities including walkways and community wellbeing. International Relations An open rate of 45.7% and a click rate of 13.6% was achieved with the April eNewsletter (compared to 51.2% and 9.8% in November). The eNewsletter continues to register opens in China, United States of America, Indonesia and Ecuador. Despite slight fluctuations in open and click rate, our rates are higher than industry averages ( 25.66% and 5.37%) Month Open Rate Click Rate Subscribers January 46.8% 17.7% 64 March 51.2% 9.8% 82 April 45.7% 13.6% 84 Sister Schools The Hainan Overseas Middle School and the Darwin Language Centre have been introduced so that they might begin discussions about a Sister School Relationship. Delegations Council hosted three visiting representatives from Action for Change Foundation from Dili, Timor-Leste from 28 March to 13 April. The Dili delegation from ACF completed two weeks of work experience with Council and other Youth Service providers in Darwin. Anchorage Sister City Community Committee No meetings have been called for the Anchorage Sister City Community Committee and the SCDO continues to liaise with members on an individual basis. Rogers Park Elementary in Anchorage and Sanderson Middle School in Darwin have now been linked up as Pen Pal Schools and have begun communicating. The Anchorage opening to the International Art Exchange exhibition was held on 29 April at Blaine's Art in Anchorage, Alaska. The Mayor of Anchorage was in attendance, and Australian wine and Anzac biscuits were on offer. The exhibition will be sent to Darwin shortly and the Darwin Opening planned for 15 June. Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee No additional meetings have been called for Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee. SCDO continues to meet key stakeholders on an individual basis. No further progress to report on Kalymnos related projects.

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PAGE: 8 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 Dili Sister City Community Committee Dili Sister City Community Committee met on 29 March. At this meeting the Committee received a presentation from three visiting representatives from Action for Change Foundation (ACF) in Dili, Timor-Leste. Whilst in Darwin the delegation from ACF completed two weeks work experience, working with Council’s Youth Services and Libraries, Corrugated Iron Youth Arts, Browns Mart, Red Cross and Music NT. The Dili delegation was particularly involved with the BIG GIG and helped in the planning and delivery of this event. Since their return to Dili the delegation have presented to their peers and students of ACF and are already implementing much of what they learnt during their time in Australia. In particular ACF would like to investigate opening a library in Dili. SCDO is still awaiting formal replies from Dili in relation to the Waste Management mentorship program and the Youth Conference Exchange. Ambon Sister City Community Committee Quorum was unable to be achieved at the March meeting of the Ambon Sister City Community Committee. An informal meeting was held and recommendations circulated to the group for endorsement. A formal letter accepting the proposed student and teacher exchange project has been received from Ambon. The Committee has recommended an allocation of budget towards the Ambonese Night and tentatively allocated 21 July as the preferred date. The Committee suggested funds be allocated towards an Ambonese artist to perform at the event and for promotion of the event. The Ambon Committee will again sponsor a trophy for the Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race. Haikou Sister City Community Committee The Haikou Sister City Committee met on 28 March. Quorum was unable to be achieved. An Australian recently returned from Haikou, presented on and shared his experiences of life in Haikou. Three artists have been invited to develop a concept for the Artwork for the Sister City Show. Concept designs are due 16 May 2011. The Australia China Friendship Society were commissioned to developed a dance with specific costumes that represent the Darwin and Haikou relationship. This piece is in the final stage of rehearsals and will be performed for the first time on Monday 9 May as part of the Arafura Games. Community Safety SCDO continues to attend fortnightly Interagency Taskforce Coordination Group (ITCG) meetings. Agenda items continue to focus on homelessness and wet season action planning. Points of interest such as Council’s revised alfresco dining policy are raised and addressed where necessary. SCDO continues to attend quarterly Casuarina Business Precinct Stakeholders Committee Meetings. The Committee is currently planning their response to the three main issues of the precinct which are: rubbish, homelessness and toilet accessibility.

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PAGE: 9 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 RECREATION SERVICES Activate NT 2011 – Monday, March 14th – Friday, May 20th (10 weeks). Activate NT is continuing to run smoothly. Preparations are now being put in place for the Close Party – Date: Friday, May 20 Times: 5.00 – 9.00pm Location: Darwin North RSL, Batten Rd, Marrara Activities: Chefs’ Healthy Cook-off, dinner, bare-foot lawn bowls under lights. Activate NT participants are welcome to attend on an RSVP basis as numbers are limited. We cordially invite all Aldermen and COG to attend as well. Please RSVP to Kim Flood [email protected] or x5632 by Friday, May 13 for catering purposes if you wish to attend. Arafura Games Dates: Saturday 07 May – Saturday 14 May, 2011. Council provides cash and in-kind support to the Arafura Games organisers. Recreation Services is co-ordinating all the requirements for the Games on behalf of Council as per the sponsorship agreement. The Parks team, Recreation Services, Regulatory Services and Customer Services are working together to ensure the smooth delivery of all Council services as required. Council facilities utilised for 2011 – - Casuarina Pool - Parap Pool - East Point Reserve - Gardens Oval - Kahlin Oval - Nightcliff Oval - The Amphitheatre - Some road closures and traffic management Recreation Services will also provide a FREEPS on Sunday 08 May (3-6pm) in The Games Hub, Marrara. FREEPS Our first FREEPS event was held on Saturday 30 April (3-6pm) at Nightcliff Pool in conjunction with the Seabreeze Festival. Activities included – - Fun In The Parks - Inflatables – Jumping Castle, Water Slide, Gladiator Jousting, Horizontal Bungee

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PAGE: 10 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 - PAWS dog obedience demonstrations and education for children re approaching

and treatment of dogs - Jewellery making - ‘Life. Be in it.’ NT ‘Life Games’ activities Sunday 08 May (3-6pm) in The Games Hub, Marrara in conjunction with Arafura Games. Ovals Dry Season Oval Allocations commenced the first week of April and run through to the end of September. Applications have been received for every Council Oval in the municipality except Jingili. AFL goal posts have now been removed from Gardens Oval 1 and Nightcliff Oval. Swimming Pools All safety and structural issues have been addressed regarding the replacement of shade structures at Nightcliff Pool. An order has been issued to the shade structure supplier and will be installed as soon as the materials are ready. Issues continue to be faced regarding the replacement of the shade structure at Parap Pool. Free sunscreen is continuing to be offered to all patrons in the meantime. Youth Services’ The BIG GIG was held at Casuarina Pool on Friday April 08. Recreation Services provided logistical and personnel support in the lead-up and running of this event. Preparations are ongoing for the running of Homeless Connect at Casuarina Pool on Tuesday May 24. Recreation Services is providing logistical and personnel support in the lead-up and running of this event as well. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil pertinent to this report. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal Achieve Effective Partnerships and Engage in Collaborative

Relationships Outcome Effectively engage with community Key Strategies Develop ways in which Council can enhance relationships and work collaboratively with Community Groups

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PAGE: 11 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 Goal Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome Facilitate community access and inclusion Key Strategies 5.1.1 Create more opportunities for the community to access services and

facilities 5.1.2 Encourage employment opportunities within the Council for

marginalised members of the community 5.1.3 Improve access for people with disabilities 5.1.5 Improve coordination with residents and other service providers Goal Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome Promote Darwin’s culture Key Strategies 5.2.1 Promote and support activities and programs that celebrate cultural

diversity 5.2.2 Create opportunities for the expression of cultural diversity through art 5.3 Support harmony within the community 5.3.2.1.1 Develop and support programs to promote community spirit, cohesion

and safety Goal Promote Brand Darwin Outcome Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.4 Strengthen international relationships through Sister Cities and other

activities. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil pertinent to this report. CLIMATE IMPLICATIONS: Nil. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil. This report is informational.

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PAGE: 12 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0065 KH:kl SUBJECT: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES TEAM REPORT - APRIL 2011 DELEGATION: This report is presented for information only. CONSULTATION: Each Community Development Team member has contributed to this report. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Not pertinent to this report. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE: Not pertinent to this report. RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- THAT Report Number 11C0065 KH:kl entitled Community & Cultural Services Team Report - April 2011, be received and noted. KATIE HEARN A/GENERAL MANAGER

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Katie Hearn on 8930 0560 or [email protected]

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COMMITTEE/ OPEN A

APPROVED: kh

FROM: A/GENERAL MANAGER

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES APPROVED: KC

REPORT NO:

11P0005 KC:md

COMMON NO:

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SUBJECT: LIBRARIES INFORMATION UPDATE FOR APRIL 2011

ITEM NO: 9.2 SYNOPSIS: This report is the result of a request for a monthly report detailing events and comments relating to Darwin City Council Libraries (DCCL) to be presented to each Community Services Committee meeting. GENERAL: Casuarina Library was very busy throughout April and the school holidays. On Tuesday 5th April over 1000 people came through the door and visited the library, the highest we have recorded on any given day. Casuarina Library hosted tours for students from Palmerston High School’s special education unit, Sanderson Middle School and a tour of 20 students from Nungalinga College who then joined the library. Library staff discussed with the students the role of volunteers and what tasks they do. On 30th April the first of our Sustainable Living events was held at the Casuarina Library. Speakers included local author and ABC Gardening Australia presenter, Leonie Norrington, Anjea Travers, co-ordinator of the Lakeside Community Garden project and Emma Lupin from the Alawa Primary School kitchen program who spoke about gardening, composting and their community projects. We have a new volunteer from the Living Skills Unit, at the Darwin Correctional Centre who is volunteering one day a week at the City and Casuarina Libraries. We have six regular volunteers who do a range of administrative tasks at Casuarina, two at the City and Nightcliff Libraries.

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11P0005 KC:md SUBJECT: LIBRARIES INFORMATION UPDATE FOR APRIL 2011 Live Music every Friday at lunchtimes at Casuarina and the City Libraries continues to be well attended and there is no shortage of local musicians willing to come and play. Southern Cross Television segment “The Scoop” was filmed at Casuarina Library to promote the Live Music program. An interview with the Casuarina Library Manager Emma Darby and regular Friday performer, Aly de Groot was featured in the segment which was shown on Channel 7 between 27th and 29th April. The amnesty on overdue library items in March was successful with some 1075 items returned, at a value of $26,723. All libraries will be closed for stocktake in May. The closures have been widely advertised in the media and on our website. Karama Library will be closed for renovations for the period Wednesday 4 May until Tuesday 7 June. The winners of the Library Lovers Pantoum Competition were announced at the City Library on 15th April. The Holiday Inn Darwin donated first prize of a Romantic Escape for Two which includes accommodation, dinner for two and breakfast. The runner up received a book voucher. Judges for the competition were Sandra Thibodeaux, ex-CEO of the Writers Centre and library staff member Greg Boxsell. The winner was Samantha Sabaratnam and the runner up was Trevor, Rubbish Warrior. Here is the winning Pantoum:

Vases

I resurrect vases from delicate shards Of breathy mist in the memory lagoon, Hidden in books and folded in cards Trapped in the dust of love’s cluttered rooms. Of breathy mist on the memory lagoon The butterfly’s wings are pieced together. Trapped in the dust of love’s cluttered rooms Birthmarks of time form beauty’s feather. The butterfly’s wings are pieced together Like a map of my mosaic mind Birthmarks of time form beauty’s feather New as the moment fates are realigned.

Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival On Saturday 30th April, Darwin City Council Libraries staff were at the Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival. Activities included: An information stall with all leaflets regarding both upcoming events and regular

services. It was also possible to sign up for library membership at the stall and receive a goody-bag with a pen and lolly-pop.

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A pirate themed craft activity for children. We provided pirate hat templates with slogans such as “I just raided the Library”, “Off to the Library, Me Hearties” and “I’m a Library Pirate”. The children were then invited to sit on colourful rugs and decorate their hats with glitter paint and feathers.

A pirate themed story time at the community village stage performed by real live pirate folk, the library staff.

Overall, our promotion was quite successful. We spoke to many adults about library services, signed up new members and provided story time to 20 children, at least half of whom did not usually attend story time at any of our libraries. We also, importantly, made ourselves visible as active members of the Nightcliff Community. CHILDREN AND YOUTH SERVICES April school holiday program The program of mosaic making workshops was held at each library and the sessions were fully booked for this popular craft activity. We invited local artist Janie to give the children an insight into the craft and each child finished their own creative mosaic tile with some families asking where they can buy supplies to do it at home. A very successful and fun time had by all. The Casuarina Library had films for children on three afternoons. A ‘Hop’ movie colouring competition was held at all libraries with prizes donated by Birch Carroll and Coyle cinemas. The Easter Bunny story times where held at all libraries and attracted big numbers. The children were very excited when the Easter Bunny appeared and all children were given a chocolate egg. On Thursday 14th April author Lolla Stewart launched her first picture book titled Savannah Dreams at Casuarina Library. Lolla read the book to the audience and then spoke about how she was thrilled to be able to share her experiences in the book, teaching in Arnhem Land communities. The Children and Youth Services Librarian purchased new book series for the youth collection as well as lots of new books for our junior collection and picture book collection. Fun Bus story times have recommenced at the City Library. Youth Week For Youth Week this year Darwin City Council Libraries held a Courtyard Bazaar on Friday 1st April which was the first event held in our new courtyard and was decorated with oriental looking lanterns made by our two youth groups (Red Hot Readers and Caught Red Handed). The Jewellery Recycled stand was very popular along with a Hip-Hop group called the Cyber X Crew dressed in cool looking costumes & masks and who put on an energetic dance routine. There was also an open mic with young performers, along with the Youth Services trainee, who serenaded the crowd with guitar playing.

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PAGE: 4 REPORT NUMBER: 11P0005 KC:md SUBJECT: LIBRARIES INFORMATION UPDATE FOR APRIL 2011 The Darwin Youth for Japanese Disaster Relief had a stall raising funds for the Japan earthquake victims. The Australian Navy Cadets were engaged to cook a sausage sizzle. Aldermen Robin Knox, Garry Lambert, Allan Mitchell and Fred Marrone all attended, which was great, as well as a mixture of both older and younger youth. It was hard to get a fix on the numbers for the night, at one point we had 50 people there, but they were coming and going so it was hard to keep track. We estimate there were about 75 people all up.

Big Gig Libraries participated in the Big Gig. A 'Chill Out Zone', was set up which was the baby’s pool that had been emptied and heavy black curtains hung to provide shade for the TVs. We had the Playstation and the Wii set up and these were very well used throughout the day. We gave away lots of deleted youth books no longer required by the libraries and also information on our youth services. Our transfer tattoos seemed to be the highlight of our stand. Library staff were surrounded by youth all day and were pleased to be part of the day. KAOS: A ‘girls only night’ KAOS was held at Nightcliff Library this month. The activity was a 'Zine’ session teaching our participants how to create and illustrate a mini magazine or comic, with Manga type characters. Other activities included:

Twister and Connect 4 board games PCs Books! (not many but we pulled out the Signspotting books from the

non fiction area with signs written in 'English' - proved popular) Wii Sports on the Wii console, and Playstation’s Sing Star (a very popular

bonding exercise for the kids) A group of 20 students from Kormilda College attended on the night and feedback from the co-ordinator was that "some of our girls are never this outgoing or vibrant when back at the college with the boys”. The girls got right into girly songs and dancing with 'Sing Star’ and made the library their space. Many had never been into our libraries before. A number expressed an interest in becoming members and the co-ordinators were armed with promo material and membership forms for the parents to sign. The Young Territory Author Awards packages have been sent to all schools and public libraries in the Northern Territory. Entries close on 30th June. DISPLAYS: Story time theme displays at all libraries ‘Hop’ colouring competition entries on display Youth displays at all libraries Young Territory Author Awards displays at all libraries Author visit displays at all libraries Easter

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PAGE: 5 REPORT NUMBER: 11P0005 KC:md SUBJECT: LIBRARIES INFORMATION UPDATE FOR APRIL 2011 ANZAC Day STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING: Many staff attended the influenza vaccination session Resilience Training Conflict Resolution Twitter – in house training – all staff Mending - in house training INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/VIRTUA: An upgrade of Virtua, the library management system, was conducted over Easter break while all libraries were closed. The upgrade has some improved features for our libraries and while there were some minor issues with the upgraded version these were resolved in the following weeks. Computers at Your Library sessions are conducted at Casuarina, Nightcliff and the City Libraries. Both Casuarina and the City have an Internet Club to further assist customers who have attended Internet classes but require further assistance. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal Enhance Darwin’s active, positive and flexible lifestyle Outcome Increase recreational, leisure and heritage experiences Key Strategies 2.2.1 Enhance library facilities Goal Enhance Darwin’s active, positive and flexible lifestyle Outcome Promote family friendly & healthy activities Key Strategies 2.3.3 Provide facilities and programs which encourage healthy lifestyle

choices Goal Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome Facilitate community access and inclusion Key Strategies

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facilities LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. CLIMATE IMPLICATIONS: Nil. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil. DELEGATION: Nil. CONSULTATION: Nil. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Nil. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE: Nil.

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COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Karen Conway on 8930 0210 or [email protected]

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SUBJECT: REGULATORY SERVICES UPDATE APRIL 2011

ITEM NO: 9.3 SYNOPSIS: This report provides Council with an update of activities undertaken within the Regulatory Services section during April 2011. GENERAL: CBD Parking During the month of April seven Rangers carried out parking regulation duties in the Darwin CBD regulating all areas of on street parking and off street Council car parks. Rangers actively patrolled the Mall to ensure compliance with Council By-Laws. Regular patrols of the CBD Plaza (Woolworths) car park were conducted to ensure there were no breaches of parking regulations. Suburban Parking Rangers conducted regular parking patrols at Casuarina, Cullen Bay, Parap, Nightcliff, Fannie Bay, Hibiscus Shopping Centre, Rapid Creek, Alawa, Karama and Stuart Park to ensure compliance with parking regulations. In addition to enforcing parking regulations Rangers ensured compliance with other By-Laws including vehicles for sale in public places and complaints received from the public. Suburban Rangers also regulated parking restrictions located within the Casuarina Village car park.

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0057 DN:mrg SUBJECT: REGULATORY SERVICES UPDATE APRIL 2011 Waterfront Precinct Two Rangers continued to regulate parking at the Waterfront Precinct on weekends. With the installation of Pay and Display parking meters at the Precinct, Rangers commenced parking patrols through the week. Early morning patrols were also conducted by Rangers at the Precinct for breaches of By-Law 67 (Camping/Sleeping in a Public Place) of the Darwin Waterfront Corporation By-Laws. Generals Generals Rangers enforced regulations in relation to abandoned vehicles, long grass, litter complaints and other By-Law offences. Regulatory Services continued to work closely with the Manager of Infrastructure in relation to long grass complaints, implemented procedures to provide a better level of customer service and to meet appropriate timeframes for the finalisation of jobs. Weekend Markets Between the hours of 9:00am and 1:00pm on a Saturday and Sunday patrols were carried out at Rapid Creek, Parap and Nightcliff Markets. Public Places As the dry season approaches Public Places Rangers continued to patrol Mindil Beach, East Point and Vesteys Beach for illegal camping and other By-Law offences. Council By-Law camping information sheets in four languages have been distributed to all hostels, campervan hire companies and employment agencies within the City. Rangers have handed copies of the pamphlets to all campers detected at Mindil Beach, Vesteys and East Point Reserve informing campers and visitors of the Council By-Laws. The aim of the public places program is to minimise breaches of By-Law 103, in particular persons camping/sleeping in public places and the obstruction of public facilities. Two Council Rangers attend an Interagency Network Meeting on a fortnightly basis. Road Closures and Events On 25 April 2011 (ANZAC Day) thirteen Rangers, along with Council outdoor staff, assisted in the ANZAC Day Parade.

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PAGE: 3 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0057 DN:mrg SUBJECT: REGULATORY SERVICES UPDATE APRIL 2011 Animal Management 41 cats were impounded in April 2011. The majority of these cats were feral with 1 cat returned to its owner and 17 re-homed through the PAWS program. 59 dogs were impounded, with 38 of those returned to their owners and 11 were found new homes through the PAWS program. There were a number complaints received regarding dogs being walked off leads and defecating in public areas. Morning and afternoon foot patrols by Rangers continued in areas such as Bayview Haven, Fannie Bay and the Nightcliff Foreshore to educate and advise owners of their responsibilities under the Animal Management By-Laws. Positive feedback is being received by Rangers while providing this service. Council’s Animal Management Team Leader attended the inaugural forum for Greater Darwin Area Wild Dog (Dingo) Management which was conducted at the Defence Establishment Berrimah. Further meetings are scheduled with stakeholders to formulate a strategy for control of wild dogs. Council Registration Officers are currently visiting properties in the northern suburbs to ensure compliance with animal registration and licensing By-Laws. Dog registration figures remained steady during April with 419 dogs registered, 125 of those were new registrations. The total number of dogs registered is 7447 of which 5617 are de-sexed animals. Cat registration figures also remained steady during April with 45 registrations recorded, 29 of those were new registrations. The total number of registered cats is 990, of those 978 are de-sexed animals. Education On 17 April 2011 Council’s Animal Education Officer (AEO) and a Ranger represented Council at the Top End Pet Expo. Organisers estimated 3500 people attended the Expo. The Expo ran from 10am to 3pm and the day went very smoothly. Council’s display attracted a constant stream of visitors with various queries regarding animal By-Laws and most left with information sheets or forms. Promotional water bottles and dog leads were distributed. On 7 April 2011 Council’s AEO attended the Verbal Judo training day with other staff members.

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& CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Mr Dave Neall on 89300421 or [email protected]

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FROM: EXECUTIVE MANAGER REPORT NO:

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SUBJECT: NT SCHOOL SPACE SPONSORSHIP

ITEM NO: 9.4 SYNOPSIS: The NT Space School Incorporated has submitted a proposal to Council seeking sponsorship for the next NT Space School to be held on 24-27 June 2011 at the Darwin Airport Inn. Varying levels of sponsorship are available ranging from $400.00 - $5,000.00 cash. This report provides information about the NT Space School and information regarding the proposal and levels of sponsorship available. This report concludes by recommending Council become a Gold Sponsor of the 2011 NT Space School through the investment of $1,000.00. GENERAL: Previous Decisions Decision No 20\2944 (29/06/10) A. THAT Report Number 10TC0031 entitled, NT Space School/Sponsorship, be

received and noted. B. THAT Council become a Gold Sponsor of the 2010 NT Space School for the

sum of $1,000.00. Decision No 20\1250 (24/2/09) A. THAT Report Number 09C0011 entitled, NT Space School 2009 Sponsorship,

be received and noted. B. THAT Council become a Gold Sponsor of the 2009 NT Space School for the

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11TC0030 MB:md SUBJECT: NT SPACE SCHOOL SPONSORSHIP Council became a gold sponsor of the 2008 NT Space School for the sum of $1,000.00. Following the success of the first three schools (2008, 2009, 2010), the NT Space School Management Committee will once again invite 16 young people in Years 10 and 11 from schools all around the Territory to apply to participate in this year’s school. In a letter dated 12 April 2011 (refer Attachment A) the President of NT Space School Incorporated, expressed their gratitude to Darwin City Council for its sponsorship in 2010 and invited Council to participate as a sponsor of the NT Space School to be held in 2011. Varying levels of sponsorship of NT Space School (NTSS) are available commencing at bronze Sponsorship up to $400.00 cash or in kind, sliver sponsorship for $500.00 cash or in kind, or gold sponsorship for $1,000.00 cash or in-kind. Council could be come a NT Partner for $5,000.00 in cash. The amount of recognition given for each type of sponsorship is listed at (refer Attachment B). AIMS AND OBJECTIVES The NT Space School is available for students (Years 10 and 11) in the Northern Territory to participate in a short residential Space Science School. To provide inspirational Space Science programs that motivates and inspires students. To further encourage students to follow a career path in Space Science, Engineering and Technology. To provide an opportunity for students to participate in National and International Space Science events. REPORT Given that NT Space School offers a unique educational and social experience for students from all backgrounds, it is recommended that Council become a Gold Sponsor of the 2011 NT Space School for the sum of $1,000. As a Gold Sponsor Council’s name and logo will be displayed on the NT Space School web page. Council logo will be placed on the shirts being produced for the schools. Council can display their banner at the Residential School venue and display the banner at the Welcome/Closing Reception. Invitation for two nominated guests will be issued to the Welcome/Closing Reception.

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CRITERIA COMMENT Generally excluded:

Conference Individual Record attempt Fundraiser

N/A

Local/National /International Local Contribution to identity of City Yes Contribution to Economic Growth Negligible Promotes Community Participation Yes Sector – Business/Industry/economic/social/sporting/ environmental/cultural/educational

Educational/Social

Branding and profile raising opportunities Yes Leverage via media or advertising Yes Leverage through attendance/staging/display/ Or complementary event

Yes

Sponsorship benefits Yes, as described within the attached submission & the report

Audience reach Yes, local – has a focus on youth

Consistency with Council’s core business or Action Plan objectives

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Capacity to deliver long term benefits Yes Organisational capacity to deliver event Yes Budget provided No but more information

available if required FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: There is sufficient funds available in the Marketing and Communications Budget to sponsor this School. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 2 Enhance Darwin’s Active, Positive and Flexible Lifestyle Outcome 2.2 Increase recreational, cultural and heritage experiences

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harmony and diversity Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.1 Increase Council’s profile Key Strategies 6.1.1 Provide strategic sponsorship for major events LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: Positive as it is a unique educational and social experience for students from the Territory from all backgrounds. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil DELEGATION: Nil CONSULTATION: Nil PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Nil APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE Nil

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Sponsorship, be received and noted. B. THAT Council become a Gold Sponsor of the 2011 NT Space School for the

sum of $1,000.00. MAXINE DOWLEY MARK BLACKBURNEVENTS COORDINATOR EXECUTIVE MANAGER Any queries on this report may be directed to Maxine Dowley on 89300 684 or [email protected]

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CULTURAL SERVICES APPROVED: NM

REPORT NO:

11C0061 NM:kl

COMMON NO:

1945536

SUBJECT: COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM 2011/2012 – APPLICATIONS FOR

1ST ROUND OF FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS PLUS APPLICATIONS FOR ANNUAL FUNDING FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

ITEM NO: 9.5 SYNOPSIS: Applications for funding through 2011/2012 Community Grants Program were invited on 5 March 2011 for funding of community projects occurring between 30 June 2011 to 31 December 2011 and for climate change and environment projects occurring in the 2011/2012 financial year. The closing date for submissions was 8 April 2011. This report provides an overview of the twenty three [23] applications received for community projects (Attachment A) and the seven [07] applications received for climate change and environment projects (Attachment B). The report recommends funding for thirteen [13] community projects to the total value of $43,125.00 and six [06] climate change and environment projects to the total value of $45,200.00. The projects recommended for funding or part funding meet the Community Grants Program Guidelines and are deemed to be of benefit to the broader community of Darwin. GENERAL: PREVIOUS DECISIONS DECISION NO.20\3473 (30/11/10) B. THAT the following grant applications for the Second Round of the 2010/2011

Community Grants Program be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Council on the Ageing (COTA) NT $5,697 ii) Multicultural Council of the Northern Territory Inc (MCNT) $6,200

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ROUND OF FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY PROJECTS PLUS APPLICATIONS FOR ANNUAL FUNDING FOR CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENVIRONMENT PROJECTS

iii) The Balunu Foundation $7,000 iv) DRIACDEP & Ironbark Employment & Training Inc $9,496 v) Autism Northern Territory Inc. $3,298 vi) Guide Dogs NT $2,500 vii) Melaleuca Refugee Centre $6,676 viii)Corrugated Iron Youth Arts Inc $5,000

Total $45,867 DECISION NO.20\2821 (25/05/10) B. THAT the following grant applications for the 1st Round of the 2010/2011


i) Baptist Care Northern Territory $5,000 ii) Cancer Council NT Inc In-kind $2,600 iii) Rince na h’Eireann Darwin Irish Dance Association Inc $2,500 iv) Coconut Grove Seniors Community Hall Assoc Inc $5,135 v) Arms Collectors Assoc. of the NT Inc. $946 vi) Starfish Swim Group (sponsoring body Disabled Sports Assoc NT Inc) $5,800 vii) Carpentaria Disability Services Inc $3,995 viii)DRIACDEP & Ironbark Employment & Training Inc $5,000 ix) Variety, the children’s charity, Tent 82, NT Inc $4,930 x) Top End Association for Mental Health Inc $3,000 xi) Deaf NT Inc $4,198

Total $43,104 REPORT In 2004 Council established ‘Community Grants Program' with a funding pool of $100,000 per annum to support and assist community organisations in the development of activities and or services that benefit the broader Darwin community. In the 2010/2011 budget deliberations, a further $50,000 was allocated to the funding pool specifically to assist community organisations in the development of climate change and environment projects. The funding for general community projects and activities is disbursed bi-annually in July and January each year whereas funding for climate change and environment projects is allocated annually in July. Applications for funding of community projects occurring between 30 June 2011 to 31 December 2011 and for climate change and environment projects occurring in the 2011/2012 financial year were invited on 5 March 2011 with a closing date of 8 April 2011.

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Twenty three [23] applications were received for community projects and seven [07] applications were received for climate change and environment projects. A summary detailing the applications for funding for community projects is presented at Attachment A and includes Council officers’ recommendations against the selection criteria. A summary detailing the applications for funding for climate change and environment projects is presented at Attachment B and includes the recommendations of the Climate Change and Environment Grant Selection Panel which is comprised of two Council officers and Lord Mayor. Copies of full applications are available for perusal should the Community and Cultural Services Committee have any specific queries. In total, thirteen [13] applications for community projects have been recommended for funding by Council officers to the total value of $43,125.00. The projects have been prioritised on the basis of outcomes in context of maximum benefit to the Darwin community. Eight [08] of the community project applications have been recommended for the total amount applied for, whilst five [05] applications have been recommended for partial funding due to limited amount of available grant funding. The Climate Change and Environment Grant Selection Panel have recommended six [06] climate change and environment projects for funding to the total value of $45,200.00. The projects are recommended as they fulfil the selection criteria and are considered to be of benefit to the wider Darwin community. CONCLUSION The attached matrices present a summary of applications received through the 2011/2012 Community Grants Program for the Community & Cultural Services Committee to consider and shortlist those it elects to fund. The funding available for distribution for community projects is approximately $43,000 whilst funding available for climate change and environment projects is $50,000. Council officer’s comment is provided as are the recommendations of the Climate Change and Environment Grant Selection Panel for information. The report recommends funding for thirteen [13] community projects to the total value of $43,125.00 and funding for six [06] climate change and environment projects to the total value of $45,200.00. The recommended projects meet the eligibility criteria of the Community Grants Program Guidelines and are deemed to be of benefit to the broader community of Darwin.

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: In 2004, Council resolved to introduce a $100,000 Community Grants Program sponsorship pool to be allocated in two equal amounts bi-annually (Budget Item. 221006/300/320). Of this, an amount of $15,000 is to be withheld to allow consideration of any submission of interest to Council for out of turn funding. Funding of $43,000 is available for distribution for community projects in the current round of funding. In the 2010/2011 budget deliberations $50,000 was allocated to be distributed annually for climate change and environment projects (Budget Item 333000/300/320) which is available for distribution in the current round of funding. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 5 Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome 5.3 Support harmony within the community Key Strategies 5.3.2 Develop and support programs to promote community spirit, cohesion and

safety Community organisations entering agreements with Council for grants are to be held accountable for grant funds provided. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Positive outcomes are expected from supporting community groups to develop projects to protect and enhance the environment in which we live. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: Council will be acknowledged and promoted as a sponsor with any grant provided. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: There are no community safety and security implications arising from matters contained in this report.

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DELEGATION: Nil. CONSULTATION: The grant program was widely advertised through the print media and promoted on Council’s website. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Nil. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE All projects will be required to publicly acknowledge Council’s support.

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RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0061 NM:kl entitled Community Grants Program

2011/2012 - Applications for 1st Round of Funding for Community Projects Plus Applications for Annual Funding for Climate Change and Environment Projects, be received and noted.

B. THAT the following grant applications for the 1st Round of the 2011/2012


i) Catholic Care NT $2,000 ii) Cancer Council NT Inc In-kind $2,600 iii) Australian Red Cross $4,895 iv) Darwin Cycling Club $2,000 v) Northern Territory Multiple Birth Club $860 vi) African-Australian Friendship Association $4,500 vii) Breakdance NT (sponsoring body Darwin Community Arts Inc) $5,000 viii)Darwin and Districts Pipes and Drums $2,470 ix) ‘Life. Be in it’ NT $2,000 x) Carpentaria Disability Services Inc $5,000 xi) Alzheimer’s Australia NT Inc $2,300 xii) Arts Access Darwin (sponsoring body Darwin Community Arts Inc) $6,000 xiii)PLAN: The Planning Action Network Inc $3,500

Total $43,125 C. THAT the following grant applications for the annual Climate Change and

Environment Grant funding be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Community Food Garden at the Darwin Botanic Gardens

(sponsoring body Friends of the Darwin Botanic Gardens Inc) $10,000 ii) Carpentaria Disability Services Inc $9,000 iii) Rapid Creek Landcare Group Inc $2,900 iv) Environment Centre NT Inc (Sustainable Living Festival) $8,500 v) Conservation Volunteers Australia $9,800 vi) Environment Centre NT Inc (Production of Field Guide) $5,000

Total $45,200 NANCY McCANN JOHN BANKSCOMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER GENERAL MANAGER

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICESAny queries on this report may be directed to Nancy McCann on 8930 0645 or [email protected]

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on-c

omm

erci

al c

eleb

ratio

n of

C

hris

tmas

.

Dis

adva

ntag

ed fa

mili

es w

ho s

trug

gle

finan

cial

ly a

t Chr

istm

as ti

me

will

pa

rtic

ular

ly b

enef

it fr

om th

is e

vent

.

Yes

$1

,500

in 2

nd r

ound

09

/10

Chr

istm

as fo

r K

ids

2009

eve

nt.

In

-kin

d su

ppor

t pr

ovid

ed fo

r C

hris

tmas

for

Kid

s 20

10 e

vent

.

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

Par

t fu

nd

ing

of

$2,0

00

Par

t fun

ding

will

ass

ist i

n th

e co

sts

of f

acili

tatin

g th

is fe

stiv

e ev

ent

that

will

ben

efit

disa

dvan

tage

d m

embe

rs o

f the

co

mm

unity

, pa

rtic

ular

ly c

hild

ren.

2 C

ance

r C

ounc

il of

th

e N

orth

ern

Ter

ritor

y In

c

‘Rel

ay fo

r Li

fe 2

011’

It

is a

n op

port

unity

for

the

com

mun

ity t

o ge

t tog

ethe

r an

d ce

lebr

ate

canc

er

surv

ivor

s, r

emem

ber

love

d on

es lo

st t

o ca

ncer

and

figh

t ba

ck a

gain

st a

dis

ease

that

ta

kes

too

muc

h.

$2,6

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

ova

l h

ire,

cle

anin

g

po

st e

ven

t an

d

use

of

faci

litie

s)

At G

arde

ns O

val -

co

mm

enci

ng 6

pm

Frid

ay 2

3 S

epte

mbe

r an

d co

nclu

ding

with

the

cl

osin

g ce

rem

ony

at

10am

Sat

urda

y 24

S

epte

mbe

r 20

11.

T

he e

vent

brin

gs th

e w

hole

com

mun

ity

toge

ther

for

a ni

ght o

f fun

, en

tert

ainm

ent,

cele

brat

ion

and

rem

embr

ance

.

In p

artic

ular

, dia

gnos

ed c

ance

r pa

tient

s an

d fa

mili

es w

ill b

enef

it.

Yes

$2

,600

in k

ind

in 1

st

roun

d 09

/10

for

Rel

ay fo

r Li

fe e

vent

.$2

,600

in k

ind

in 1

st

roun

d 10

/11

for

Rel

ay fo

r Li

fe e

vent

.

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

Fu

ll F

un

din

g o

f $2

,600

of

in-

kin

d s

up

po

rt f

or

the

hir

e an

d

clea

nin

g o

f G

ard

ens

Ova

l T

his

popu

lar

and

wel

l atte

nded

an

nual

com

mun

ity e

vent

rai

ses

mon

ey fo

r ca

ncer

suf

fere

rs

3 A

ustr

alia

n R

ed

Cro

ss

‘Bus

h T

ucke

r an

d M

edic

ine

Gar

den

in B

agot

Com

mun

ity’

The

aim

of t

he p

roje

ct is

to

prov

ide

livin

g ed

ucat

iona

l sp

ace

for

child

ren

to le

arn

abou

t sus

tain

able

gar

deni

ng

prac

tices

, pro

duce

hig

hly

orga

nic

food

, su

ppor

t th

e K

itche

n G

arde

n pr

ogra

m,

crea

te a

dem

onst

ratio

n si

te

and

gard

en r

esou

rce

cent

re,

assi

st B

agot

Com

mun

ity

mem

bers

to g

row

food

in

thei

r ho

useh

olds

.

$4,8

95.0

0 (D

etai

led

bu

dg

et

pro

vid

ed)

June

to O

ctob

er 2

011

B

enef

icia

ries

of t

he p

roje

ct w

ill in

clud

e ch

ildre

n, a

dults

and

eld

ers

from

the

co

mm

unity

who

will

be

invi

ted

to

part

icip

ate

in e

xped

ition

s, tr

ee p

lant

ing

and

the

build

ing

and

mai

nten

ance

of t

he

bush

tuc

ker

and

med

icin

e ga

rden

.

Chi

ldre

n, a

dults

and

eld

ers

will

als

o be

nefit

from

the

prod

uce

harv

este

d fr

om

the

gard

en.

B

y es

tabl

ishi

ng a

Bus

h fo

ods

and

med

icin

e ga

rden

nex

t to

the

curr

ent

edib

le f

ood

gard

en c

hild

ren

will

be

able

to

lear

n ab

out

nutr

ition

and

cul

ture

whi

lst

mak

ing

a co

nnec

tion

betw

een

trad

ition

al

and

wes

tern

kno

wle

dge.

It is

pla

nned

to

laun

ch t

he B

ush

food

an

d m

edic

ine

gard

en d

urin

g N

AID

OC

ce

lebr

atio

ns.

Yes

$5

,000

in 1

st r

ound

09

/10

for

the

SH

AK

co

mpu

ter

spac

e.

REC

OM

MEN

DATIO

N:

Full

fund

ing

of $

4,89

5.00

. T

his

proj

ect

will

up

grad

e th

e al

read

y es

tabl

ishe

d B

agot

E

dibl

e G

arde

n an

d ex

pand

the

be

nefit

s it

prov

ides

to

th

e co

mm

unity

.

4 N

orth

ern

Ter

ritor

y B

ridge

Ass

ocia

tion

Inc

‘Aus

tral

ian

Nat

iona

l Brid

ge

Cha

mpi

onsh

ip’

The

NT

BA

will

be

host

ing

the

Aus

tral

ian

Nat

iona

l Brid

ge

$10,

000.

00

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n h

ire

of

Co

nve

nti

on

The

Aus

tral

ian

natio

nal

Cha

mpi

onsh

ips

will

be

held

on

7-19

Jul

y 20

12

and

will

inco

rpor

ate

the

annu

al T

errit

ory

Gol

d

T

he b

ridge

com

mun

ity in

Dar

win

will

be

the

mai

n be

nefic

iary

by

way

of e

xpo

sure

to

top

play

ers

from

oth

er A

ustr

alia

n S

tate

s an

d T

errit

orie

s as

wel

l as

from

ot

her

coun

trie

s.

Yes

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: N

o

Pro

ject

is w

orth

y bu

t gra

nt fu

ndin

gis

lim

ited

and

dem

and

has

been

52

52

CO

MM

UN

ITY

GR

AN

TS

PR

OG

RA

M –

1st

RO

UN

D 2

011/

2012

M

AT

RIX

A

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f A

pp

licat

ion

s: 2

3

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f O

rgan

isat

ion

s R

eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

13

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f F

un

din

g s

ou

gh

t: $

134,

459.

08

T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

Rec

om

men

ded

$43

,125

.00

2

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

s?O

ffic

er C

om

men

t

C

ham

pion

ship

s in

Dar

win

in

2012

and

run

ning

the

ann

ual

Ter

ritor

y G

old

Fes

tival

in

conc

ert.

Cen

tre,

co

st o

f ru

nn

ing

eve

nt

and

tran

spo

rtat

ion

of

equ

ipm

ent

fro

m

sou

ther

n s

tate

s w

ith

eq

uip

men

t h

ire,

ad

vert

isin

g

and

pu

bli

shin

g

new

slet

ters

an

d

sco

re b

oo

klet

s)

Brid

ge F

estiv

al a

t the

D

arw

in C

onve

ntio

n C

entr

e.

B

y br

ingi

ng o

ver

600

play

ers

to D

arw

in,

the

who

le D

arw

in c

omm

unity

will

ben

efit

in te

rms

of in

com

e ga

ined

from

pla

yers

’ ex

pend

iture

on

acco

mm

odat

ion,

win

ing

and

dini

ng, t

ourin

g an

d sh

oppi

ng o

ver

a tw

o w

eek

perio

d.

high

in th

e cu

rren

t Com

mun

ity

Gra

nt fu

ndin

g ro

und.

5 D

arw

in C

yclin

g C

lub

‘Sup

port

for

the

Dar

win

C

yclin

g C

lub

in g

ener

al’

The

aim

is to

pro

mot

e cy

clin

g in

all

of it

s fo

rms,

from

re

crea

tion

to c

omm

utin

g an

d ju

nior

de

velo

pmen

t/com

petit

ion.

$5,0

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

V

elo

dro

me

rate

s,

insu

ran

ce, p

ow

er,

rep

lace

men

t o

f cl

ub

eq

uip

men

t)

Incr

ease

d pa

rtic

ipat

ion

in c

yclin

g in

ge

nera

l wou

ld b

enef

it th

e w

hole

co

mm

unity

.

The

incr

ease

d us

e of

bic

ycle

s fo

r co

mm

utin

g w

ould

incr

ease

leve

ls o

f fit

ness

in th

e co

mm

unity

and

red

uce

the

relia

nce

on m

otor

veh

icle

s.

In

crea

sed

part

icip

atio

n by

chi

ldre

n in

cy

clin

g w

ould

impr

ove

the

cycl

ing

cultu

re in

Dar

win

.

Yes

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: P

art

Fu

nd

ing

of

$2,0

00 f

or

equ

ipm

ent

Fun

ding

will

pro

vide

an

oppo

rtun

ity to

pro

mot

e pa

rtic

ipat

ion

in c

yclin

g am

ongs

t th

e ge

nera

l com

mun

ity.

6 R

oyal

Aus

tral

ian

Art

iller

y A

ssoc

iatio

n (N

T C

hapt

er)

T/a

s D

arw

in M

ilita

ry

Mus

eum

‘Dar

win

Mili

tary

Mus

eum

–

Japa

n W

ebsi

te’

A b

i-lin

gual

web

site

link

ed to

th

e D

MM

, w

hich

will

be

an

appe

alin

g an

d us

eful

site

of

18 p

ages

cov

erin

g to

pics

su

ch a

s an

intr

oduc

tion

to t

he

DM

M, t

he e

vent

s of

Feb

ruar

y 19

42 a

nd th

e re

st o

f the

war

, C

yclo

ne T

racy

and

the

rebu

ildin

g of

Dar

win

.

$15,

000.

00

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

Do

mai

n n

ame

cost

an

d

mai

nte

nan

ce,

web

site

pag

e co

nst

ruct

ion

an

d

tran

slat

ion

an

d

mai

nte

nan

ce)

The

pro

ject

can

sta

rt a

s so

on a

s fu

ndin

g is

gr

ante

d.

T

he b

enef

icia

ries

of th

e pr

ojec

t are

A

ustr

alia

ns, J

apan

ese

and

tour

ism

in

Dar

win

.

The

pro

ject

will

rai

se a

war

enes

s of

the

hist

oric

al a

nd im

port

ant

rela

tions

hip

betw

een

the

Japa

nese

and

Dar

win

in a

po

sitiv

e w

ay w

hich

will

incr

ease

goo

d re

latio

ns b

etw

een

the

two

coun

trie

s.

Yes

, al

thou

gh r

eque

sted

fu

ndin

g am

ount

is

grea

ter

than

stip

ulat

ed

max

imum

of

$10,

000.

No

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

No

P

roje

ct is

wor

thy

but g

rant

fund

ing

is li

mite

d an

d de

man

d ha

s be

en

high

in th

e cu

rren

t Com

mun

ity

Gra

nt fu

ndin

g ro

und.

7 R

ince

Na

‘h E

inea

rn

Dar

win

Iris

h D

ance

A

ssoc

iatio

n

‘Pub

licity

for

the

Sch

ool’

The

aim

is to

get

mor

e m

embe

rs in

to th

e sc

hool

th

roug

h th

is p

roje

ct.

$1,5

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

p

ho

tog

rap

hy,

p

ub

lici

ty a

nd

ad

vert

isem

ent)

Pro

ject

will

go

ahea

d as

so

on a

s fu

ndin

g is

gr

ante

d.

T

he D

arw

in c

omm

unity

will

bec

ome

awar

e of

the

avai

labi

lity

of Ir

ish

danc

e cl

asse

s an

d w

ill g

ain

an u

nder

stan

ding

of

Iris

dan

ce,

mus

ic a

nd c

ultu

re.

Yes

$2

,500

in 1

st r

ound

10

/11

for

Per

form

ance

of I

rish

Dan

ce.

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

No

P

roje

ct is

wor

thy

but g

rant

fund

ing

is li

mite

d an

d de

man

d ha

s be

en

high

in th

e cu

rren

t Com

mun

ity

Gra

nt fu

ndin

g ro

und.

8

Nor

ther

n T

errit

ory

Mul

tiple

Birt

h C

lub

‘Mul

tiple

Birt

h P

layg

roup

’ W

e cu

rren

tly p

ay fo

r th

e u

se

of th

e U

nitin

g C

hurc

h in

C

asua

rina

for

our

play

grou

ps

and

func

tions

. W

e w

ould

like

to

app

ly fo

r th

is to

be

paid

for

one

year

. W

e w

ould

als

o lik

e to

app

ly fo

r pa

ymen

t of

a ne

w

phon

e fo

r th

e cl

ub.

$860

.00

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

ven

ue

ren

tal a

nd

m

ob

ile p

ho

ne)

Pay

men

t of t

he C

hurc

h hi

re fo

r 12

mon

ths:

E

very

Wed

nesd

ay fr

om

9am

-11a

m,

Hire

fee

of

$20/

wee

k fo

r 38

wee

ks

per

year

. M

obile

pho

ne w

ould

be

purc

hase

d fo

r cl

ub u

se

as s

oon

as fu

nds

beco

me

ava

ilabl

e.

F

amili

es a

nd e

xpec

ting

fam

ilies

of

mul

tiple

s w

ill b

enef

it fr

om th

e su

ppor

t pr

ovid

ed b

y w

eekl

y m

eetin

gs, t

he

exte

nsiv

e lib

rary

of b

ooks

ava

ilabl

e an

d so

cial

con

tact

.

An

upgr

ade

of th

e C

lub’

s ex

istin

g m

obile

ph

one

will

ena

ble

emai

l and

text

m

essa

ges

to b

e se

nt t

o m

ultip

le

reci

pien

ts a

t onc

e.

Yes

. N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: F

ull

fu

nd

ing

of

$860

.00

Fun

ding

will

ass

ist t

he N

T M

ultip

l eB

irth

Clu

b to

con

tinue

to o

ffer

su

ppor

t fo

r its

mem

bers

and

all

fam

ilies

of m

ultip

les

in th

e co

mm

unity

.

53

53

CO

MM

UN

ITY

GR

AN

TS

PR

OG

RA

M –

1st

RO

UN

D 2

011/

2012

M

AT

RIX

A

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f A

pp

licat

ion

s: 2

3

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f O

rgan

isat

ion

s R

eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

13

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f F

un

din

g s

ou

gh

t: $

134,

459.

08

T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

Rec

om

men

ded

$43

,125

.00

3

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

s?O

ffic

er C

om

men

t

9

Kar

ama

Co

mm

unity

an

d C

hild

ren’

s C

entr

e

‘Litt

le G

reen

Thu

mbs

Pro

ject

an

d Y

ard

Bea

utifi

catio

n’

Pla

nts

and

gard

en b

eds

to

grow

veg

ies/

herb

s an

d flo

wer

s ai

m to

enc

oura

ge

kids

, vo

lunt

eers

/par

ents

to

eat

heal

thily

, le

arn

abou

t th

ings

that

gro

w, f

eel a

sen

se

of a

ccom

plis

hmen

t at

grow

ing

thin

gs a

nd

enco

urag

e a

clea

n en

viro

nmen

t.

$9,4

64.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

p

lan

ts, v

egie

s,

fru

it, f

low

ers,

g

ard

en e

qu

ipm

ent

etc,

ch

ildre

n’s

re

sou

rces

an

d

com

pu

ter

equ

ipm

ent)

.

The

pro

ject

will

sta

rt a

s fu

ndin

g is

rec

eive

d fr

om

DC

C.

C

hild

ren.

Par

ents

.

Sta

ff/vo

lunt

eers

.

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: N

o

Pro

ject

is w

orth

y bu

t gra

nt fu

ndin

gis

lim

ited

and

dem

and

has

been

hi

gh in

the

curr

ent C

omm

unity

G

rant

fund

ing

roun

d.

10

Afr

ican

-Aus

tral

ian

Frie

ndsh

ip

Ass

ocia

tion

‘Afr

ican

-Aus

tral

ian

Con

fere

nce

in th

e N

T’

A 2

day

con

fere

nce

cons

istin

g of

pre

sent

atio

ns,

wor

ksho

ps, a

nd c

ultu

ral

perf

orm

ance

s to

focu

s on

is

sues

whi

ch im

pact

on

the

inte

grat

ion

of p

eopl

e of

A

fric

an d

esce

nt in

to th

e ec

onom

ic,

soci

al a

nd c

ultu

ral

aspe

cts

of A

ustr

alia

n an

d N

T

soci

ety.

The

con

fere

nce

will

pr

omot

e a

grea

ter

know

ledg

e an

d re

spec

t for

the

dive

rse

herit

age

and

cultu

res

of

peop

le o

f Afr

ican

des

cent

.

$4,5

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

ve

nu

e h

ire

and

ca

teri

ng

, fa

cilit

atio

n a

nd

p

rom

oti

on

, p

rese

nta

tio

ns

and

per

form

anc

es).

At t

he e

nd o

f Jul

y 20

11.

Mal

Nai

rn A

udito

rium

at

Cha

rles

Dar

win

U

nive

rsity

Cas

uarin

a C

ampu

s ha

s be

en

iden

tifie

d as

a s

uita

ble

and

avai

labl

e ve

nue.

M

embe

rs o

f th

e co

mm

unity

who

iden

tify

as A

fric

an, m

embe

rs o

f th

e so

cial

se

rvic

es c

omm

unity

incl

udin

g E

duca

tion,

Hea

lth, L

egal

and

Fam

ily

supp

ort p

ract

ition

ers

who

wor

k w

ith

peop

le o

f Afr

ican

des

cent

.

Mem

bers

of

the

Afr

ican

com

mun

ity w

ill

be a

ble

to a

rtic

ulat

e th

e is

sues

the

y fa

ce

in a

str

uctu

red

and

posi

tive

way

.

Non

-Afr

ican

s w

ill b

ecom

e be

tter

in

form

ed o

f th

e at

titud

es a

nd o

pini

ons

of

Afr

ican

s.

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: F

ull

fu

nd

ing

of

$4,5

00.0

0 F

undi

ng w

ill a

ssis

t the

sta

ging

of

a co

nfer

ence

to p

rom

ote

a gr

eate

rkn

owle

dge

and

resp

ect f

or th

e di

vers

e he

ritag

e an

d cu

lture

s of

pe

ople

of A

fric

an d

esce

nt in

the

Dar

win

com

mun

ity a

nd t

he is

sues

they

face

.

11

Uni

ted

Nat

ions

P

olic

e A

ssoc

iatio

n of

A

ustr

alia

– N

orth

ern

Ter

ritor

y

Spo

nsor

ed b

y U

nite

d N

atio

ns

Pol

ice

Ass

ocia

tion

of

Aus

tral

ia

“Wel

com

e F

unct

ion

– U

N

Pol

ice

Ass

ocia

tion

of

Aus

tral

ia, C

onfe

renc

e an

d R

euni

on’

App

roxi

mat

ely

150

serv

ing

and

retir

ed P

olic

e, to

geth

er

with

thei

r pa

rtne

rs fr

om

thro

ugho

ut A

ustr

alia

are

ex

pect

ed to

atte

nd th

e fiv

e da

y C

onfe

renc

e an

d R

euni

on.

The

Wel

com

e F

unct

ion

will

be

the

first

eve

nt

on th

e pr

ogra

m

$1,6

50.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

ve

nu

e h

ire

and

eq

uip

men

t h

ire)

.

Wel

com

e F

unct

ion

to

be h

eld

on M

onda

y 26

S

epte

mbe

r 20

11 a

t the

S

tudi

o T

heat

re a

t the

D

arw

in E

nte

rtai

nmen

t C

entr

e.

The

con

fere

nce

is a

w

eek

long

eve

nt fr

om

26 S

epte

mb

er to

1

Oct

ober

201

1.

T

his

is a

gre

at o

ppor

tuni

ty t

o ex

pose

our

vi

sito

rs to

one

of t

he c

ity’s

pre

mie

r ve

nues

.

With

out g

rant

fund

ing

it is

unl

ikel

y th

at

the

Stu

dio

The

atre

cou

ld b

e us

ed f

or th

e W

elco

me

Eve

nt a

s it

wou

ld a

dd to

o m

uch

to th

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gist

ratio

n fe

e.

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: N

o

Pro

ject

is w

orth

y bu

t gra

nt fu

ndin

gis

lim

ited

and

dem

and

has

been

hi

gh in

the

curr

ent C

omm

unity

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rant

fund

ing

roun

d.

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54

CO

MM

UN

ITY

GR

AN

TS

PR

OG

RA

M –

1st

RO

UN

D 2

011/

2012

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AT

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A

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mo

un

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pp

licat

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3

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un

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rgan

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ion

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eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

13

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tal A

mo

un

t o

f F

un

din

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ou

gh

t: $

134,

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T

ota

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Rec

om

men

ded

$43

,125

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4

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

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ffic

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om

men

t

12

B

reak

danc

e N

T

Spo

nsor

ed b

y D

arw

in C

omm

unity

A

rts

‘Bat

tlegr

ound

Alp

ha 2

011’

T

his

is a

pro

posa

l to

cond

uct

a da

nce

com

petit

ion

that

ta

rget

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eakd

anci

ng,

hip

hop

and

stre

et-f

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crew

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ound

D

arw

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oung

dan

cers

be

twee

n th

e ag

e of

12

and

25 a

re th

e ta

rget

aud

ienc

e fo

r th

is d

ance

com

petit

ion.

$9,9

73.0

0 (D

etai

led

bu

dg

et

pro

vid

ed).

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ay 1

7 D

ecem

ber

2011

at t

he D

arw

in

Con

vent

ion

Cen

tre,

D

arw

in W

ater

fron

t fro

m

7.30

pm to

9.0

0pm

ap

prox

.

T

he d

ance

com

petit

ion

will

be

a co

mm

unity

eve

nt t

hat

will

pro

vide

an

oppo

rtun

ity f

or y

oung

dan

cers

to

show

case

thei

r sk

ills

and

perf

orm

at a

pr

ofes

sion

al le

vel.

T

he e

vent

will

pro

mot

e m

enta

l hea

lth in

te

enag

ers

as B

reak

danc

eNT

has

pa

rtne

red

with

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dspa

ceN

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ens

ure

that

the

aud

ienc

e w

ill h

ave

acce

ss t

o pr

ofes

sion

al a

nd u

p-to

-dat

e in

form

atio

n on

men

tal h

ealth

issu

es a

ffect

ing

youn

g ad

ults

.

The

eve

nt w

ill p

rovi

de e

xpos

ure

of

Dar

win

’s d

ance

com

mu

nity

to th

e w

ider

D

arw

in c

omm

unity

.

$2

,000

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9/10

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rou

nd fu

ndin

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r 20

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own

even

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CO

MM

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DA

TIO

N:

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t F

un

din

g o

f $5

,000

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undi

ng w

ill a

ssis

t the

sta

ging

of

this

alc

ohol

and

dru

g fr

ee y

outh

or

ient

ated

com

mun

ity e

vent

.

13

Par

ap F

amily

Cen

tre

Inc

Impl

emen

tatio

n of

Com

pute

r S

yste

ms

A q

ualit

y sy

stem

to d

ocum

ent

child

ren’

s le

arni

ng in

a w

ay

that

is e

asily

com

mun

icat

ed

to f

amili

es a

nd c

arer

s w

hich

w

ill a

llow

the

impl

emen

tatio

n of

the

Ear

ly Y

ears

Lea

rnin

g F

ram

ewor

k.

$8,8

71.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

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on

4 x

A

pp

le M

acb

oo

k co

mp

ute

rs a

nd

ac

cess

ori

es -

d

etai

led

bu

dg

et

pro

vid

ed).

The

pro

ject

will

be

able

to

com

men

ce a

s so

on

as f

undi

ng is

ava

ilabl

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F

amili

es w

ill b

e ab

le to

see

a

Pow

erP

oint

pre

sent

atio

n of

pho

tos

of

thei

r ch

ildre

n’s

activ

ities

and

thu

s ga

in

mor

e in

sigh

t in

to t

heir

child

ren’

s in

tere

sts

and

deve

lopm

ent.

The

chi

ldre

n w

ill b

e ab

le to

see

the

ir ow

n le

arni

ng in

pro

gres

s th

us c

reat

ing

disc

ussi

on.

T

he s

taff

will

hav

e m

ore

time

to s

pend

w

ith th

e ch

ildre

n as

a r

esul

t of t

his

impl

emen

tatio

n.

T

he e

nviro

nmen

t will

ben

efit

as th

ere

will

no

long

er b

e a

need

to p

rint

phot

os

whi

ch is

the

curr

ent p

ract

ice.

Yes

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: N

o

Pro

ject

is w

orth

y bu

t gra

nt fu

ndin

gis

lim

ited

and

dem

and

has

been

hi

gh in

the

curr

ent C

omm

unity

G

rant

fund

ing

roun

d

14

Dar

win

and

Dis

tric

ts

Pip

es a

nd D

rum

s P

urch

ase

of B

and

Uni

form

(S

porr

ans

and

Bel

ts)

The

Ban

d re

ceiv

ed fu

ndin

g fr

om C

ounc

il in

200

9 fo

r ha

ts,

badg

es,

pipe

bag

cov

ers

and

chan

ters

. S

ince

then

kilt

s ha

ve b

een

purc

hase

d w

ith

fund

s fr

om fu

ndra

isin

g ac

tiviti

es.

The

Ban

d is

now

se

ekin

g as

sist

ance

with

the

purc

hase

of S

porr

ans,

Kilt

B

elts

and

Kilt

Pin

s to

co

mpl

ete

the

unifo

rm.

$2,4

68.1

8 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

12

x S

po

rran

s, 1

2 x

Bel

ts a

nd

12

x K

il tP

ins)

.

Item

s w

ill b

e pu

rcha

sed

as s

oon

as fu

nds

beco

me

ava

ilabl

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T

he D

arw

in p

ublic

who

see

and

hea

r th

e B

and

perf

orm

.

The

impr

ove

d im

age

of th

e B

and

will

pr

omot

e an

d en

cour

age

com

mun

ity

part

icip

atio

n in

the

mus

ical

her

itage

and

cu

lture

of

Sco

tland

.

The

con

tinua

l dev

elop

men

t of

the

Ban

d w

ill h

elp

enric

h th

e di

vers

ity o

f re

crea

tiona

l, cu

ltura

l and

soc

ial

oppo

rtun

ity fo

r D

arw

in r

esid

ents

.

The

Ban

d is

pla

nnin

g to

com

pete

nex

t ye

ar in

the

Aus

tral

ian

Pip

e B

and

Cha

mpi

onsh

ips

in B

alla

rat

and

will

sh

owca

se D

arw

in to

all

who

att

end

the

cham

pion

ship

s.

Yes

$2

,694

in 2

nd r

ound

09

/10

for

prov

isio

n o

fba

nd u

nifo

rms

and

inst

rum

ents

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

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ll F

un

din

g o

f $2

,470

T

he B

and

has

purc

hase

d m

ost o

f th

eir

unifo

rms

thro

ugh

pers

onal

co

ntrib

utio

ns a

nd f

undr

aisi

ng

effo

rts

and

fund

ing

will

ena

ble

them

to p

rese

nt a

n ev

en m

ore

prof

essi

onal

imag

e w

hen

they

pe

rfor

m a

t com

mun

ity e

vent

s.

The

Ban

d’s

perf

orm

ance

s at

co

mm

unity

eve

nts

enric

h th

e di

vers

ity o

f rec

reat

iona

l, cu

ltura

l an

d so

cial

opp

ortu

nity

to a

ll D

arw

in r

esid

ents

.

55

55

CO

MM

UN

ITY

GR

AN

TS

PR

OG

RA

M –

1st

RO

UN

D 2

011/

2012

M

AT

RIX

A

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f A

pp

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3

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eco

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or

fun

din

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tal A

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ota

l Am

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nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

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om

men

ded

$43

,125

.00

5

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. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

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mo

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So

ug

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l GS

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C

om

mu

nit

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ran

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rite

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un

din

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pas

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year

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om

men

t

15

‘L

ife. B

e in

it’ N

T

Pur

chas

e of

Equ

ipm

ent

Equ

ipm

ent

and

supp

lies

will

be

pur

chas

ed a

nd p

lace

d in

th

e P

arap

Rec

reat

ion

Cen

tre

for

use

by ‘L

ife. B

e in

it’ N

T

as w

ell a

s al

l com

mun

ity

grou

ps w

ho h

ire th

e fa

cilit

y.

The

Par

ap R

ecre

atio

n C

entr

e is

a C

ounc

il ow

ned

faci

lity

that

is m

anag

ed b

y ‘L

ife. B

e in

it’.

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din

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e ex

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etai

led

b

ud

get

su

pp

lied

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ill b

e pu

rcha

sed

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oon

as fu

nds

beco

me

ava

ilabl

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C

omm

unity

gro

ups

will

ben

efit

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he

Par

ap R

ecre

atio

n C

entr

e w

ill m

ore

user

fr

iend

ly.

D

arw

in C

ity C

ounc

il w

ill b

enef

it fr

om

incr

ease

d us

e of

the

room

as

mor

e gr

oups

will

be

inte

rest

ed in

hiri

ng t

he

faci

lity

once

it h

as m

ore

equi

pmen

t.

‘Life

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e in

it’ w

ill b

enef

it as

the

roo

m w

ill

be b

ette

r eq

uipp

ed to

run

pro

gram

s.

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,120

in 2

nd r

ound

09

/10

tow

ards

the

G

uide

to A

fford

able

E

xerc

ise

and

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Aro

und

Dar

win

.

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MM

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t F

un

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f $2

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fo

r H

ot

Wat

er U

rn,

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dg

e, T

V a

nd

m

ou

nt,

cu

shio

ns,

to

ys a

nd

b

oo

ks.

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ding

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enh

ance

the

fac

ilitie

s pr

ovid

ed a

t the

ven

ue a

vaila

ble

for

hire

by

the

com

mun

ity a

t the

P

arap

Rec

reat

ion

Cen

tre.

16

Nig

htcl

iff F

amily

C

entr

e In

c R

epla

cem

ent o

f non

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ed

outd

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deve

lopm

ent a

nd

play

equ

ipm

ent f

or y

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ch

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n T

he p

roje

ct a

ims

to r

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dete

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the

long

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mpl

emen

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ft fa

ll th

at th

e C

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stal

led

in 2

009.

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un

din

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o b

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on

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wo

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rest

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lim

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de

liver

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chi

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he 6

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ily C

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d th

eir

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ilies

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ben

efit

thro

ugh

incr

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d st

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o de

velo

p gr

oss

mot

or s

kills

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cial

in

tera

ctio

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imag

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ive

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play

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sta

ff of

Nig

htcl

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amily

Cen

tre

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w

ill fi

nd th

e ne

w e

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ren

at N

ight

cliff

F

amily

Cen

tre

N

o R

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OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

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ject

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y bu

t gra

nt fu

ndin

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lim

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and

dem

and

has

been

hi

gh in

the

curr

ent C

omm

unity

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rant

fund

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17

Car

pent

aria

D

isab

ility

Ser

vice

s In

c

Bow

erbi

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estiv

al 2

011

A s

erie

s of

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ld to

pro

duce

diff

eren

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m

edia

pro

duct

ions

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mos

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text

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rt t

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the

pres

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of a

rt w

orks

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deo/

film

pro

duct

ion

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aren

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Wee

k in

S

epte

mbe

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11. T

he p

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aim

s to

pro

mot

e th

e va

lue

of

part

icip

atio

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cre

ativ

e ac

tiviti

es o

f peo

ple

with

di

sabi

lity.

$10,

000

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nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

arti

sts’

fee

s fo

r 2 0

wee

ks).

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ksho

ps w

ill

com

men

ce in

May

201

1 an

d w

ill c

ulm

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the

pr

esen

tatio

n of

art

w

orks

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vid

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prod

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the

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ower

bird

Fes

tival

and

in

var

ious

ven

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thro

ugho

ut D

arw

in

durin

g D

isab

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A

war

enes

s W

eek

in

Sep

tem

ber

2011

.

M

embe

rs o

f th

e B

ower

bird

Art

Gro

up,

who

are

peo

ple

with

dis

abili

ty, w

ill

bene

fit b

y be

ing

prov

ided

with

an

oppo

rtun

ity to

bui

ld u

p th

eir

port

folio

.

All

artis

ts a

nd a

rt w

orke

rs in

Dar

win

will

be

nefit

as

the

proj

ect w

ill p

rovi

de

inco

me

and

incr

ease

the

ir a

war

enes

s an

d ap

prec

iatio

n of

the

valu

e of

co

llabo

rativ

e ar

tistic

act

ivity

with

art

ists

w

ith d

isab

ility

.

Ser

vice

pro

vide

rs w

ill h

ave

acce

ss t

o a

list

of a

rt p

ract

ition

ers

that

can

fac

ilita

te

prog

ram

s fo

r pe

ople

with

dis

abili

ty.

T

he w

ider

com

mun

ity w

ill b

enef

it as

they

w

ill e

xper

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e in

nova

tive

wor

ks b

y ar

tists

with

dis

abili

ty, t

here

by in

crea

sing

th

e ar

tist’s

pro

file

and

com

mun

ity

awar

enes

s.

Yes

$3

,995

in 1

st r

ound

10

/11

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equi

pmen

t fo

r th

e E

arly

In

terv

entio

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RE

CO

MM

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Par

t F

un

din

g o

f $5

,000

F

undi

ng w

ill e

nhan

ce p

rogr

ams

that

ass

ist

peop

le w

ith d

isab

ility

w

hich

will

rai

se t

he p

rofil

e of

ar

tists

with

dis

abili

ty a

nd r

aise

aw

aren

ess

of t

he c

ontr

ibut

ion

tha t

peop

le w

ith d

isab

ility

ma

ke to

the

com

mun

ity.

56

56

CO

MM

UN

ITY

GR

AN

TS

PR

OG

RA

M –

1st

RO

UN

D 2

011/

2012

M

AT

RIX

A

To

tal A

mo

un

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f A

pp

licat

ion

s: 2

3

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f O

rgan

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ion

s R

eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

13

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f F

un

din

g s

ou

gh

t: $

134,

459.

08

T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

Rec

om

men

ded

$43

,125

.00

6

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

s?O

ffic

er C

om

men

t

18

A

lzhe

imer

’s

Aus

tral

ia N

T I

nc

Ann

ual T

ea D

ance

201

1 A

thre

e-ho

ur T

ea D

ance

ev

ent w

ill b

e he

ld d

urin

g D

emen

tia A

war

enes

s W

eek

in S

epte

mbe

r 20

11.

The

Tea

D

ance

will

hav

e a

them

e of

ye

ster

year

and

invi

tatio

ns w

ill

spec

ifica

lly b

e ex

tend

ed to

m

ultic

ultu

ral g

roup

s in

Dar

win

w

ith th

e ai

m o

f inc

reas

ing

feel

ings

of s

ocia

l inc

lusi

on.

$2,3

00

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

ente

rtai

nm

ent,

eq

uip

men

t h

ire

and

re

fres

hm

ents

)

The

Tea

Dan

ce w

ill

take

pla

ce d

urin

g D

emen

tia A

war

enes

s W

eek,

16

– 26

S

epte

mbe

r 20

11.

The

ven

ue w

ill b

e th

e G

reek

Ort

hodo

x H

all,

Nig

htcl

iff.

A

ll se

nior

mem

bers

of t

he D

arw

in

com

mun

ity,

part

icul

arly

thos

e w

ith

dem

entia

and

thei

r fa

mili

es a

nd c

arer

s.

Yes

$2

,300

in 1

st r

ound

09

/10

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

Fu

ll f

un

din

g o

f $2

,300

T

his

popu

lar

annu

al e

vent

be

nefit

s a

broa

d cr

oss

sect

ion

of

seni

or m

embe

rs o

f th

e D

arw

in

com

mun

ity.

Cou

ncil

will

be

ackn

owle

dged

in p

rom

otio

nal

mat

eria

l and

at t

he e

vent

19

Art

hriti

s &

O

steo

poro

sis

NT

B

rand

ing

AO

NT

: Rec

ogni

sing

ar

thrit

is a

nd o

steo

poro

sis

need

s, s

uppo

rt a

nd s

ervi

ces

in D

arw

in.

The

pro

ject

aim

s to

co

llabo

rate

with

a

prof

essi

onal

adv

ertis

ing

busi

ness

to d

evel

op e

ffect

ive

awar

enes

s ca

mpa

ign

item

s in

clud

ing

busi

ness

car

ds,

lette

rhea

d an

d fa

x te

mpl

ates

, an

d di

gitis

atio

n of

the

AO

NT

lo

go.

$4,7

75

(Det

aile

d b

ud

get

su

pp

lied

)

Pro

ject

can

com

men

ce

as s

oon

as fu

ndin

g is

se

cure

d.

T

he g

ener

al p

ublic

will

dev

elop

gre

ater

un

ders

tand

ing

abou

t the

ir he

alth

and

su

ppor

t ava

ilabl

e.

H

ealth

Pro

fess

iona

ls w

ill h

ave

a gr

eate

r ne

twor

k of

sup

port

from

whi

ch th

ey c

an

sour

ce in

form

atio

n an

d to

whi

ch th

ey

can

refe

r pa

tient

s.

N

ew p

atie

nts

rece

ntly

dia

gnos

ed w

ith

arth

ritis

and

/or

oste

opor

osis

.

AO

NT

sta

ff

AO

NT

as

an o

rgan

isat

ion

and

all i

ts

mem

bers

.

Yes

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: N

o

Pro

ject

is w

orth

y bu

t gra

nt fu

ndin

gis

lim

ited

and

dem

and

has

been

hi

gh in

the

curr

ent C

omm

unity

G

rant

fund

ing

roun

d.

20

Mul

ticul

tura

l Cou

ncil

of th

e N

orth

ern

Ter

ritor

y

The

201

1 ed

ition

of

the

MC

NT

’s M

igra

nt E

mpl

oym

ent

Han

dboo

k en

title

d “M

igra

nts

Look

ing

for

Wor

k: A

H

andb

ook

for

Mig

rant

s Lo

okin

g fo

r W

ork

in t

he

Nor

ther

n T

errit

ory”

T

he A

5 si

zed

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dboo

k w

ill

be b

ased

on

the

exis

ting

tem

plat

e of

the

2009

edi

tion

whi

ch w

as w

ell r

ecei

ved

and

was

in v

ery

high

dem

and.

T

he H

andb

ook

will

be

avai

labl

e fr

ee o

f ch

arge

to a

ll re

leva

nt s

take

hold

ers,

clie

nts

and

agen

cies

.

$8,0

00

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

layo

ut

and

p

rin

tin

g c

ost

s an

dth

e la

un

ch f

or

the

com

ple

ted

H

and

bo

ok)

The

pro

ject

will

co

mm

ence

in J

uly

2011

w

ith t

he la

unch

sc

hedu

led

for

Oct

ober

20

11.

N

ewly

arr

ived

fam

ilies

in D

arw

in fr

om

cultu

rally

and

ling

uist

ical

ly d

iver

se

back

grou

nds

who

are

at

risk

of s

ocia

l is

olat

ion

and

finan

cial

har

dshi

p be

caus

e of

the

lack

of

appr

opria

te e

mpl

oym

ent

.

The

wid

er D

arw

in c

omm

unity

will

als

o be

nefit

thro

ugh

the

expl

orat

ion

and

iden

tific

atio

n of

cha

lleng

es a

nd

oppo

rtun

ities

and

pro

visi

on o

f sup

port

fo

r lo

cal m

igra

nt a

nd r

efug

ee fa

mili

es.

D

arw

in C

ity C

ounc

il w

ill b

enef

it by

bei

ng

offic

ially

and

app

ropr

iate

ly

ackn

owle

dged

in t

he 2

011

editi

on a

nd

othe

r m

ater

ials

suc

h as

med

ia r

elea

ses.

Yes

$6

,200

in 2

nd r

ound

10

/11

for

Art

& C

raft

Pro

ject

s fo

r N

ewly

S

ettle

d R

efug

ee

from

the

Bh

utan

ese

Com

mun

ity

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

No

P

roje

ct is

wor

thy

but g

rant

fund

ing

is li

mite

d an

d de

man

d ha

s be

en

high

in th

e cu

rren

t Com

mun

ity

Gra

nt fu

ndin

g ro

und.

57

57

CO

MM

UN

ITY

GR

AN

TS

PR

OG

RA

M –

1st

RO

UN

D 2

011/

2012

M

AT

RIX

A

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f A

pp

licat

ion

s: 2

3

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f O

rgan

isat

ion

s R

eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

13

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f F

un

din

g s

ou

gh

t: $

134,

459.

08

T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

Rec

om

men

ded

$43

,125

.00

7

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

s?O

ffic

er C

om

men

t

21

M

issi

on A

ustr

alia

E

arly

Lea

rnin

g S

ervi

ce

Gro

ss M

otor

Aw

aren

ess

Act

iviti

es

The

pro

ject

invo

lves

the

rem

oval

and

dis

posa

l of

exis

ting

artif

icia

l tur

f, in

stal

latio

n of

a c

emen

t bi

ke

path

, pl

acem

ent

of a

sof

tfal

l ar

ea a

nd in

stal

latio

n of

new

pl

ay e

quip

men

t.

$9,3

09

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

rem

ova

l or

astr

o

turf

, in

stal

lati

on

o

f ce

men

t b

ike

pat

h a

nd

in

stal

lati

on

of

clim

bin

g

equ

ipm

ent)

Apr

il 20

11 a

lthou

gh

timin

g is

sub

ject

to

avai

labl

e fu

ndin

g

T

he c

hild

ren

enro

lled

at th

e M

issi

on

Aus

tral

ia E

arly

Lea

rnin

g C

entr

e S

tuar

t P

ark

and

thei

r fa

mili

es.

T

he s

taff

at th

e M

issi

on A

ustr

alia

Ear

ly

Lear

ning

Cen

tre

Stu

art P

ark.

The

pro

pose

d co

ncre

te

bike

pat

h an

d pe

rman

ently

inst

alle

d pl

aygr

ound

equ

ipm

ent

are

cons

ider

ed c

apita

l im

prov

em

ents

to p

rivat

e pr

oper

ty.

No

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

No

P

roje

ct

is

wor

thy

but

does

no

tst

rictly

adhe

re t

o th

e C

omm

unity

Gra

nt P

rogr

am g

uide

lines

22

Art

s A

cces

s D

arw

in

Spo

nsor

ing

Bod

y:

Dar

win

Com

mun

ity

Art

s

‘Saf

e H

arbo

ur’

The

pro

ject

will

pro

vide

w

eekl

y dr

ama

base

d w

orks

hops

for

peop

le w

ith

disa

bilit

y w

ho h

ave

high

su

ppor

t ne

eds

and

who

do

not o

ften

hav

e op

port

uniti

es

of th

is k

ind.

A p

erfo

rma

nce

entit

led

‘Saf

e H

arbo

ur’ w

ill b

e de

velo

ped

and

perf

orm

ed o

n In

tern

atio

nal D

ay o

f Peo

ple

with

Dis

abili

ty in

Dec

embe

r 20

11.

$6,0

00

(Fu

nd

ing

to

be

exp

end

ed o

n

wo

rksh

op

, tr

ansp

ort

an

d

adm

inis

trat

ion

co

sts

and

ven

ue

hir

e)

Wor

ksho

ps to

co

mm

ence

in J

uly

2011

. ‘S

afe

Har

bour

’ pe

rfor

man

ce w

ill b

e pr

esen

ted

in D

ecem

ber

2011

.

P

eopl

e w

ith h

igh

supp

ort n

eeds

who

rel

y on

dis

abili

ty s

ervi

ce p

rovi

ders

for

daily

ac

tiviti

es.

Par

ticip

atin

g in

dra

ma

wor

ksho

ps w

ill e

nric

h th

eir

lives

, im

prov

e se

lf es

teem

and

inst

il a

sens

e of

bel

ongi

ng.

T

he o

ppor

tuni

ty to

be

part

of a

big

ger

perf

orm

ance

will

als

o as

sist

in b

reak

ing

dow

n ba

rrie

rs a

nd e

nabl

e pa

rtic

ipan

ts t

o sh

owca

se s

kills

to

frie

nds,

fam

ilies

and

th

e co

mm

unity

.

All

abili

ty p

rodu

ctio

ns s

uch

as ‘S

afe

Har

bour

’ pro

mot

e a

stro

nger

and

mor

e in

clus

ive

soci

ety.

Yes

$4

,000

in 2

nd r

ound

09

/10

tow

ards

set

up

of th

e C

eme

nt

Wor

ks T

heat

re

Com

pan

y

RE

CO

MM

EN

DA

TIO

N:

Fu

ll F

un

din

g o

f $6

,000

T

he p

roje

ct w

ill e

nric

h th

e liv

es

of p

eopl

e w

ith d

isab

ility

as

wel

l as

pro

mot

ing

incl

usiv

e pr

actic

es

in th

e D

arw

in c

omm

unity

.

23

PLA

N: T

he P

lann

ing

Act

ion

Net

wor

k In

c ‘L

et’s

ask

our

com

mun

ity

Pro

ject

’ T

he p

roje

ct a

ims

to b

e pr

oact

ive,

giv

ing

peop

le

suffi

cien

t inf

orm

atio

n fo

r th

em

to p

artic

ipat

e in

the

pla

nnin

g pr

oces

s w

ithin

Dar

win

CB

D

and

subu

rbs

by s

tagi

ng lo

cal

publ

ic m

eetin

gs u

sing

a Q

an

d A

form

at.

$3,5

00

(Fu

nd

ing

wil

l be

exp

end

ed o

n

ven

ues

fo

r 10

m

eeti

ng

s,

adve

rtis

ing

co

sts

and

dis

pla

y an

d

refe

ren

ce

mat

eria

l)

A s

eque

nce

of u

p to

10

mee

tings

will

be

held

du

ring

the

finan

cial

pe

riod.

P

eopl

e liv

ing

in D

arw

in a

nd s

ubur

bs w

ill

gain

suf

ficie

nt p

lann

ing

know

ledg

e to

be

able

to im

prov

e th

eir

own

com

mun

ity.

C

urre

ntly

ther

e is

a g

ap b

etw

een

plan

ners

and

res

iden

ts a

s pl

anne

rs d

eal

mos

tly w

ith d

evel

oper

s, s

o ch

ange

s ar

e de

velo

per

driv

en.

T

he p

ropo

sed

mee

tings

/eve

nts

will

fill

the

gap

to p

rovi

de u

sefu

l inf

orm

atio

n fo

r lo

cal r

esid

ents

and

hel

p th

em t

o ac

t pr

oact

ivel

y.

Yes

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: F

ull

Fu

nd

ing

of

$3,5

00

Thi

s pr

ojec

t wou

ld b

e a

capa

city

bu

ilder

, enc

oura

ge a

mor

e ac

tive

dem

ocra

cy a

nd e

mpo

wer

the

com

mun

ity v

ia e

duca

tion.

58

58

CL

IMA

TE

CH

AN

GE

AN

D E

NV

IRO

NM

EN

T G

RA

NT

S –

2011

/201

2

M

AT

RIX

B

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f A

pp

licat

ion

s: 7

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f O

rgan

isat

ion

s R

eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

6 T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

so

ug

ht:

$50

,200

.00

T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

Rec

om

men

ded

$45

,200

.00

1

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

s?O

ffic

er C

om

men

t

1

Com

mun

ity F

ood

Gar

den

at th

e D

arw

in B

ota

nic

Gar

dens

S

pons

orin

g B

ody:

F

riend

s of

the

D

arw

in B

ota

nic

Gar

dens

Inc

P

artn

ersh

ips:

G

eorg

e B

row

n D

arw

in B

ota

nic

Gar

dens

.

‘Geo

rge

Bro

wn

Dar

win

B

otan

ic G

arde

ns C

omm

unity

F

ood

Gar

dens

– W

ater

Le

arns

cape

Pro

ject

’. T

he a

im o

f the

pro

ject

is to

pr

ovid

e an

are

a w

here

co

mm

unity

mem

bers

ca

n gr

ow fo

od u

sing

sus

tain

able

m

etho

ds a

nd to

pro

vide

a

dem

onst

ratio

n m

odel

of t

hese

pr

inci

ples

for

all

visi

tors

to t

he

Geo

rge

Bro

wn

Dar

win

B

otan

ic G

arde

ns.

$10,

000.

00

(Det

aile

d b

ud

get

p

rovi

ded

).

Apr

il-Ju

ne 2

011

– pr

epar

ator

y pl

anni

ng &

de

sign

; Ju

ly-S

epte

mbe

r 20

11 –

ph

ase

1 co

nstr

uctio

n/pl

antin

g ou

t of

‘Wat

er

Lear

nsca

pe’

Oct

ober

-De

cem

ber

2011

– p

hase

2

cons

truc

tion/

plan

ting

out o

f wet

land

s si

nk

Janu

ary-

Ma

rch

2012

–

phas

e 3

deve

lopm

ent

of in

terp

reta

tive

sign

age

Apr

il 20

12 –

incl

usio

n of

si

te in

sch

ool a

nd

com

mun

ity t

ours

.

T

he b

enef

its o

f the

pro

ject

will

be:

wat

er

effic

ienc

y; a

n en

hanc

ed m

odel

of

loca

lised

food

pro

duct

ion;

an

enha

nced

m

odel

of a

num

ber

of th

e 12

prin

cipl

es

of p

erm

acul

ture

(in

clud

ing

‘obt

ain

a yi

eld’

, ‘us

e ed

ges’

and

cre

ativ

ely

use

and

resp

ond

to c

hang

e’);

enh

ance

d la

ndsc

ape

aest

hetic

s; a

nd b

uild

ing

a ric

h so

urce

of c

omm

unity

edu

catio

n.

T

he b

enef

icia

ries

of t

he p

roje

ct w

ill b

e th

e m

embe

rs o

f the

imm

edia

te lo

cal

com

mun

ity a

nd m

ore

wid

ely,

all

visi

tors

to

Geo

rge

Bro

wn

Dar

win

Bot

anic

G

arde

ns, i

nclu

ding

oth

er m

embe

rs o

f th

e G

arde

n E

duca

tion

Net

wor

k an

d vi

sitin

g sc

hool

gro

ups.

The

pro

ject

will

dem

onst

rate

to th

e w

ider

co

mm

unity

wha

t can

be

achi

eved

th

roug

h co

mm

unity

act

ion

and

how

su

stai

nabl

e m

etho

ds c

an e

asily

be

appl

ied

in th

eir

hom

e en

viro

nmen

t.

Yes

N

o R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: F

ull

fu

nd

ing

of

$10,

000

Giv

en t

hat

$16

,000

is p

rovi

ded

b

y th

e B

ota

nic

Gar

den

s al

on

g

wit

h t

he

app

lica

nts

bei

ng

in a

p

osi

tio

n t

o c

arry

ou

t o

n-g

oin

g

mai

nte

nan

ce, C

ou

nci

l is

full

y su

pp

ort

ing

th

is a

pp

lica

tio

n in

re

lati

on

to

:

1.

Th

e o

pp

ort

un

ity

of

sup

po

rtin

g a

Fri

end

s G

rou

pan

d e

du

cati

ng

all

ages

of

com

mu

nit

yat

an

acce

ssib

le c

ity

com

mu

nit

y g

ard

en,

Th

i sis

in li

ne

wit

h C

ou

nci

l’s

com

mit

men

t o

n

com

mu

nit

y g

ard

ens

at

two

oth

er s

ub

urb

an

loca

tio

ns.

2.

W

ater

Man

agem

ent.

3.

W

ill f

it w

ith

Co

un

cil’s

C

limat

e C

han

ge

Act

ion

P

lan

201

0-20

10 t

hem

es.

4.

Rec

og

nit

ion

of

Co

un

cil’ s

sup

po

rt s

ho

uld

be

ackn

ow

led

ged

th

rou

gh

b

ran

din

g o

n in

terp

reti

ve

sig

nag

e as

wel

l as

gen

eral

pri

nt

mat

eria

ls.

2 C

arpe

ntar

ia

Dis

abili

ty S

ervi

ces

Inc

Par

tner

ship

s:

Mer

reng

imbi

Bus

h R

ange

rs.

‘Con

serv

atio

n of

a B

ower

bird

H

aven

and

Bus

h G

arde

n’.

The

aim

is to

pre

serv

e th

e bo

wer

bird

hav

en (

curr

ently

w

ith th

ree

bow

erbi

rd n

ests

) to

pr

ovid

e a

sust

aina

ble

nest

ing

grou

nd fo

r th

e bo

wer

bird

and

re

stor

e th

e ec

olog

ical

ba

lanc

e of

the

bush

tuc

ka

gard

en th

at C

arpe

ntar

ia

Dis

abili

ty S

ervi

ces

mai

ntai

ns.

$9,0

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

la

bo

ur

cost

, re

veg

etat

ion

, co

nsu

ltat

ion

, p

rog

ram

m

anag

emen

t,

adm

inis

trat

ion

, m

ater

ials

an

d

equ

ipm

ent

and

d

esig

n).

The

cle

anin

g up

of

the

bow

erbi

rd a

nd b

ush

tuck

a ga

rden

in t

he

Car

pent

aria

Dis

abili

ty

Ser

vice

Life

styl

e O

ptio

ns p

rem

ises

at 5

W

iller

oo S

tree

t, T

iwi

com

men

ced

in J

anua

ry

but

requ

ires

fund

ing

for

its c

ompl

etio

n.

C

lient

s, f

amili

es a

nd c

arer

s of

clie

nts

of

Car

pent

aria

Dis

abili

ty S

ervi

ces.

The

wid

er c

omm

unity

will

ben

efit

as th

is

is th

e on

ly b

ower

bird

hav

en th

at h

as

been

cul

tivat

ed a

nd p

rese

rved

in th

e no

rthe

rn s

ubur

bs o

f Dar

win

.

The

bow

erbi

rd n

est p

rovi

des

insp

iratio

n fo

r ar

t pr

ojec

ts a

nd t

he b

ush

gard

en is

a

rich

sour

ce o

f m

ater

ials

that

the

art

pr

ogra

m p

artic

ipan

ts u

se in

thei

r w

orks

.

Yes

1st

Rou

nd 2

010/

2011

- $3

,995

R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: F

ull

fu

nd

ing

of

$9,0

00

1.

P

rovi

des

an

op

po

rtu

nit

y fo

r a

gen

eral

an

d

imp

rove

d e

nvi

ron

men

t.

2.

Bu

sh T

uck

er g

ard

en in

p

artn

ersh

ip w

ith

In

dig

eno

us

Co

mm

un

ity.

3.

Pro

vid

es a

dd

itio

nal

ac

tivi

ties

fo

r th

e co

mm

un

ity.

4.

U

nd

erst

and

ing

of

Bo

wer

bir

ds,

th

eir

bo

wer

s an

d li

fe c

ycle

is

clea

rly

no

t w

ell

un

der

sto

od

, so

Pan

el

reco

mm

end

th

ey

seek

59

59

CL

IMA

TE

CH

AN

GE

AN

D E

NV

IRO

NM

EN

T G

RA

NT

S –

2011

/201

2

M

AT

RIX

B

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f A

pp

licat

ion

s: 7

To

tal A

mo

un

t o

f O

rgan

isat

ion

s R

eco

mm

end

ed f

or

fun

din

g:

6 T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

so

ug

ht:

$50

,200

.00

T

ota

l Am

ou

nt

of

Fu

nd

ing

Rec

om

men

ded

$45

,200

.00

2

NO

. O

RG

AN

ISA

TIO

N

Pro

ject

A

mo

un

t

So

ug

ht

(exc

l GS

T)

Tim

ing

C

om

mu

nit

y B

enef

it

Mee

ts G

ran

t C

rite

ria

Co

un

cil F

un

din

gin

the

pas

t 3

year

s?O

ffic

er C

om

men

t

ad

vice

an

d s

up

po

rt

thro

ug

h N

TG

D

epar

tmen

t P

arks

an

d

Wild

life

to b

ette

r su

pp

or t

thei

r p

lan

s in

reg

ard

s to

th

eir

pro

po

sal a

bo

ut

the

Bo

wer

bir

ds.

3 R

apid

Cre

ek

Land

care

Gro

up I

nc

Par

tner

ship

s: D

arw

in

City

Cou

ncil.

‘Rap

id C

reek

Wet

land

R

eveg

etat

ion’

. T

he R

apid

Cre

ek L

andc

are

Gro

up a

im t

o co

ntin

ue w

eed

man

agem

ent w

ork

and

plac

e a

furt

her

300

spec

ies

into

the

w

etla

nd a

rea

of th

e R

apid

C

reek

Con

serv

atio

n C

orrid

or

whi

ch is

on

DC

C la

nd.

$2,9

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

300

p

lan

ts, h

ire

of

dig

gin

g

equ

ipm

ent

and

w

ater

tra

iler,

fe

rtili

ser

and

co

nsu

mab

les

for

pla

nti

ng

eve

nt)

.

July

201

1 to

Jun

e 20

12.

M

embe

rs o

f R

apid

Cre

ek L

andc

are

Gro

up a

nd th

e w

ider

com

mun

ity w

ill

gain

kno

wle

dge

of th

e flo

ra a

nd fa

una

of

the

cons

erva

tion

corr

idor

and

pra

ctic

al

skill

s in

rev

eget

atio

n an

d bu

sh

man

agem

ent.

Yes

2nd

Rou

nd

2009

/201

0 -

$2,4

00R

EC

OM

ME

ND

AT

ION

: Fu

ll Fu

ndin

g of

$2,

900

1.

Ra

pid

Cre

ek L

andc

are

Gro

up

have

a

good

tra

ck

reco

rd

for

com

plet

ing

wor

ks

thro

ugh

fund

ing

alon

g w

ith

cons

isten

t on

-go

ing

mai

nten

ance

of

wor

ks.

2.

The

site

is on

DC

C la

nd.

3.

Wee

d M

anag

emen

t is

criti

cal

in t

his

area

to

ensu

re

impr

oved

ha

bita

t an

d w

ater

qu

ality

.

4 E

nviro

nmen

t Cen

tre

NT

Inc

P

artn

ersh

ips:

N

urse

ry G

arde

n In

dust

ry N

T.

‘Top

End

Sus

tain

able

Liv

ing

Fes

tival

– B

usin

ess

Bre

akfa

st

as a

par

t of

the

Tro

pica

l G

arde

n S

pect

acul

ar a

nd T

op

End

Sus

tain

able

Liv

ing

Fes

tival

’. T

he F

estiv

al’s

mis

sion

is to

be

a fu

n, in

form

ativ

e an

d th

ough

t-pr

ovok

ing

fest

ival

for

resi

dent

s an

d bu

sine

sses

in

the

Top

End

. By

brin

ging

to

geth

er s

tallh

olde

rs,

part

icip

ants

and

spe

aker

s fr

om d

iver

se b

ackg

roun

ds.

The

Bus

ines

s B

reak

fast

aim

s to

pro

vide

and

sho

wca

se

wha

t a lo

w c

arbo

n fu

ture

can

lo

ok li

ke f

or b

usin

esse

s in

the

T

op E

nd a

nd w

ill s

how

case

D

arw

in C

ity C

ounc

il’s

curr

ent

$8,5

00.0

0 (F

un

din

g t

o b

e ex

pen

ded

on

p

rog

ram

min

g,

ven

ue

hir

e, A

V

and

cat

erin

g,

adve

rtis

ing

an

d

pro

mo

tio

n).

The

Top

End

S

usta

inab

le L

ivin

g F

estiv

al B

usin

ess

Bre

akfa

st w

ill ta

ke

plac

e as

a le

ad in

ac

tivity

to th

e 20

12

Tro

pica

l Gar

den

Spe

ctac

ular

and

Top

E

nd S

usta

inab

le L

ivin

g F

estiv

al, g

row

ing

the

Fes

tival

to a

wee

k lo

ng

serie

s of

sus

tain

abili

ty

activ

ities

. T

he B

usin

ess

Bre

akfa

st

will

be

held

the

Frid

ay

befo

re th

e w

eeke

nd

spec

tacu

lar

even

t.

T

he B

usin

ess

Bre

akfa

st w

ill b

enef

it lo

cal

busi

ness

es b

y pr

ovid

ing

bes

t pra

ctic

e ca

se s

tudi

es,

tool

s an

d ex

ampl

es o

f ho

w

they

can

ada

pt to

clim

ate

chan

ge, s

ave

mon

ey a

nd b

e le

ader

s in

sus

tain

able

bu

sine

ss m

anag

emen

t.

Dar

win

City

Cou

ncil

will

be

prov

ided

with

an

opp

ortu

nity

to s

how

case

initi

ativ

es

and

wor

k th

at is

cur

rent

ly b

eing

un

dert

aken

to a

bus

ines

s au

dien

ce.

D

arw

in r

esid

ents

will

ben

efit

as

busi

ness

es a

dapt

to

a lo

w c

arbo

n fu

ture

, re

duci

ng th

e so

cial

and

env

ironm

enta

l im

pact

s of

bus

ines

s/in

dust

ry g

row

th.

T

he F

estiv

al w

ill o

ffer

insp

iring

in

form

atio

n an

d pr

actic

al a

dvic

e on

how

T

errit

oria

ns c

an li

ve s

usta

inab

ly in

the

Top

End

Yes

N

o R

EC

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ME

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APPROVED: KH


CULTURAL SERVICES APPROVED: NM

REPORT NO:

11C0060 NM:kl

COMMON NO:

2002536

SUBJECT: MINUTES OF DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF

14 APRIL 2011 – RESIGNATION OF JOSEPHINE CLARK & PENNY CAMPTON

ITEM NO: 9.6 SYNOPSIS: This report presents the minutes of the Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting held on 14 April 2011 (Attachment A) for Council’s information and details the recommendations arising from the minutes for Council’s consideration. GENERAL: The minutes of Council’s Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting of 14 April 2011 are presented for Council’s information and consideration of the recommendations arising from the meeting is requested. RESIGNATION OF JOSEPHINE CLARK FROM DAC Josephine Clark tendered her resignation from DAC as she is moving interstate. The Committee thanked Josephine for her significant contribution to DAC during her term as a member and an official vote of thanks was moved.

Recommendation: THAT Darwin City Council acknowledges the significant contribution of Josephine Clark to the Disability Advisory Committee and its positive outcomes during her term as a member. RESIGNATION OF PENNY CAMPTON FROM DAC Penny Campton tendered her resignation from DAC due to health issues. The Committee thanked Penny for her significant contribution to DAC during her term as a member and an official vote of thanks was moved.

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14 APRIL 2011 - RESIGNATION OF JOSEPHINE CLARK & PENNY CAMPTON

Recommendation: THAT Darwin City Council acknowledges the significant contribution of Penny Campton to the Disability Advisory Committee and its positive outcomes during her term as a member. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil pertinent to this report. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 5 Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome 5.1 Facilitate community access and inclusion Key Strategies 5.1.1 Create more opportunities for the community to access services and facilities 5.1.3 Improve access for people with disabilities LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: The Committee is an Advisory Committee established under the NT Local Government Act 2008. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Not pertinent to this report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Not pertinent to this report.

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DELEGATION: Nil. CONSULTATION: Members of the Disability Advisory Committee. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Nil. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE None for the purposes of this report.

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RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0060 NM:kl entitled Minutes of Disability Advisory

Committee Meeting of 14 April 2011 – Resignation of Josephine Clark and Penny Campton, be received and noted.

B. THAT Darwin City Council acknowledges the significant contribution of

Josephine Clark to the Disability Advisory Committee and its positive outcomes during her term as a member

C. THAT Darwin City Council acknowledges the significant contribution of Penny

Campton to the Disability Advisory Committee and its positive outcomes during her term as a member.

NANCY McCANN KATIE HEARNCOMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER A/GENERAL MANAGER

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Nancy McCann on 8930 0645 or [email protected]

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MINUTES DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

2.00 - 3.30pm, Thursday 14 April 2011 Casuarina Library Meeting Room

Bradshaw Terrace, Casuarina ___________________________________________________________

1. PRESENT Lynne Strathie Chair, Community Representative Rosemary Burkitt Deputy Chair, Community Representative Deborah Bampton Community Representative Martin Blakemore Community Representative Penny Campton Community Representative Josephine Clark Community Representative Debb Lovett Community Representative Robert Reid Community Representative Adrian Riessen Community Representative Alderman Allan Mitchell Elected Member, Darwin City Council David Cash Infrastructure Dept, Darwin City Council Nancy McCann Community Services Dept, Darwin City Council Elizabeth Temple NABS Interpreter

2. APOLOGIES

Peter Mahony Community Representative Alasdair McGregor Specialist Representative Pero Peric Specialist Representative Fabio Finnochiaro Specialist Representative Julie Moore Specialist Representative

Meeting opened 2.00pm 3. DECLARATION OF INTEREST IN ANY ITEMS ON THE AGENDA

None declared. 4. ACCEPTANCE OF PREVIOUS MINUTES OF 10 FEBRUARY 2011

Minutes from the meeting held 10 February 2011 were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Moved: Rosemary Burkitt. Seconded: Deborah Bampton. Carried.

5. BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES OF 10 FEBRUARY 2011

5.1 Installation of Signage on Vanderlin Drive, near the intersection with Kalymnos Drive Pero was unable to attend meeting so update was not available.

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5.2 Update on RECHARGE Scheme’s National Network Rollout Nancy advised that further information would be available at the end of June 2011.

5.3 Venue for DAC meetings during 2011 As decided at February DAC meeting, Casuarina Library Meeting Room has been booked for all meetings during 2011, except for the meeting of 9 June when the meeting room is not available. Venue for June meeting to be advised. 5.4 Proposed Installation of Liberty Swing at Lake Alexander Regional Playground Installation is dependant on grant funding and successful applicants have not been announced as yet. Nancy will keep DAC informed. 5.5 Specialised Smoke Alarms for people with hearing impairment Outgoing letter to Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services has been drafted.

6. ACCESS ACTION LIST

6.1 Request for a Path to be installed at 26 Copra Crescent, Karama Site visit and a design for the path have been completed. As the proposed path will impinge on the verge of the adjacent property, the owner and resident of the property have been forwarded a letter with a copy of the design attached. To date no comment has been received from adjacent property owner.

6.2 Lack of Pedestrian Access at Vanderlin Drive, Karama Refer Item 5.1.

6.3 Lack of Pedestrian Crossing across Leanyer Drive near Hibiscus Shopping Centre Proposed upgrade subject to NT Government budget deliberations.

6.4 Proposed Fishing Pontoon or Platform at Rapid Creek A fishing pontoon or platform is to be included in NT Government’s Green Heart of Darwin program. Concept designs are being developed for the project but no timeline is available at this stage. Council has been added to the project control group so information will be forwarded as it becomes available.

7. GENERAL BUSINESS

7.1 Proposed Facility Access Survey - 2011 Arafura Games It is proposed that a survey seeking comment on accessibility of facilities in the Darwin municipality be distributed to athletes participating in the 2011 Oceania Paralympic Championships which are being held from 8th to 12th May in conjunction with the 2011 Arafura Games. A draft survey form was presented to the meeting and suggestions for changes to the survey were offered. It was suggested that it would be better to have people attend the athletic events and hand deliver the surveys to the athletes rather than just distribute the survey forms through the athlete’s team managers. Ideas for survey collectors were young people who are affiliated with Council’s Youth Services’ programs or

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Charles Darwin University students who are currently undertaking Community Services studies. Another suggestion was for the surveys to be distributed during the athlete’s registration process. ACTION: Nancy to follow up possibilities for survey distribution. 7.2 Resignation of Josephine Clark from DAC Josephine Clark tendered her resignation from DAC as she is moving interstate. The Committee thanked Josephine for her significant contribution to DAC during her term as a member and an official vote of thanks was moved. RECOMMENDATION: THAT Darwin City Council acknowledges the significant contribution of Josephine Clark to the Disability Advisory Committee and its positive outcomes during her term as a member. Moved: Rosemary Burkitt. Seconded: Deborah Bampton. Carried.

7.3 Resignation of Penny Campton from DAC Penny Campton tendered her resignation from DAC due to health issues. The Committee thanked Penny for her significant contribution to DAC during her term as a member and an official vote of thanks was moved. RECOMMENDATION: THAT Darwin City Council acknowledges the significant contribution of Penny Campton to the Disability Advisory Committee and its positive outcomes during her term as a member. Moved: Rosemary Burkitt. Seconded: Robert Reid. Carried.

Date: Thursday 9 June 2011 Time: 2.00pm - 3.30pm Venue: To be advised 9. MEETING CLOSED

Meeting closed at 3.00pm.

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REPORT NO:

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COMMON NO:

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SUBJECT: YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP MINUTES APRIL 6 2011 & MEMBERSHIP

APPOINTMENT

ITEM NO: 9.7 SYNOPSIS: Minutes of the Youth Advisory Group meeting (Attachment A) held on the 6 April 2011 are presented for Council’s information and consideration of a membership appointment. GENERAL: PREVIOUS DECISION Decision No. 19/1648 (15/06/05)

THAT Council continue to support youth participation opportunities that emerge through the work of the GRIND youth newspaper team and the Youth Advisory Group.

REPORT This report presents the YAG meeting minutes for April 2011. Much of the meeting focussed on Big Gig preparations, with the only recommendations arising pertaining to the recommended appointment of Alexis Morris to the Youth Advisory Group for a 3 year term. Following intensive recruitment activities the YAG membership continues to be strong however a current vacancy has arisen on account of a member resignation earlier this year. Local student and community volunteer aged 18, Alexis Morris is recommended for appointment. Alexis is student of CDU and also works part time and has a history of local volunteering.

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0058 SP:kl SUBJECT: YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP MINUTES APRIL 6 2011 & MEMBERSHIP APPOINTMENT FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 5 Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome 5.1 Facilitate community access and inclusion Key Strategies 5.1.4 Encourage and recognise volunteers LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: The Youth Advisory Group is an advisory committee established under Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Not relevant to this report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil. DELEGATION: Nil. CONSULTATION: Youth Advisory Group membership PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Nil.

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PAGE: 3 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0058 SP:kl SUBJECT: YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP MINUTES APRIL 6 2011 & MEMBERSHIP APPOINTMENT APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE Nil. RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0058 SP:kl entitled Youth Advisory Group Minutes

April 6 2011 & Membership Appointment, be received and noted. B. THAT Alexis Morris be appointed as a member of the Youth Advisory Group for

a 3 year term from 1 April 2011 to 30 March 2014 in accordance with Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008.

SEAN PARDY KATIE HEARNYOUTH SERVICES OFFICER A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY

& CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Sean Pardy on 08 8930 0635 or [email protected]

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MINUTES OF THE DARWIN CITY COUNCIL YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP (YAG) MEETING

HELD WEDNESDAY 6 April 2010 5.00 pm Meeting Room 1

Chair: Sean Pardy Minutes: Liam Parry-Mills 1. PRESENT

Declan Coffey Katie Withers Angus Robson Alexis Morris Lang Williamson Micheal Hall Felix Baker Caitlin Buralli Zenia Xu Honeylyn Lisson Olivier Fourcard Natalia Moniz Dili volunteer Venancio de Jesus Dili volunteer Veronica de Sousa Dili volunteer Sean Pardy DCC Katie Hearn DCC CJ Fraser-Bell DCC Liam Parry-Mills DCC

2. APOLOGIES Luxmy Chandran, Joel Lawton

3. TEAM BUILDER

CJ lead a team builder. 4. YOUTH SERVICES OFFICER

Sean Pardy was introduced as the new Youth Services Officer Declan congratulated Sean on his appointment Honeylyn was thanked for helping in the selection process

5. VOLUNTEERS FROM DILI

The volunteers from Dili were introduced to the group. The group was informed that the volunteers from Dill will be:

here for 17 days learning about event training helping out on The Big Gig

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The group welcomed the volunteers. 6. ALEXIS MORRIS

YAG welcomed the new applicant for YAG

RECOMMENDATION: THAT Alexis Morris be appointed as a member of the Youth Advisory Group (YAG) for a three (3) year term from 30 April 2011 to 30 April 2014

Moved: Declan Coffey Seconded: Lang Williamson Carried

7. BIG GIG PREPARATION

It was noted that The Big Gig was only two days away. Sean explained his expectations from the group -

Donate the time that they had promised to donate Be prepared for a long day and get a good rest the night before No drugs or alcohol to be consumed before or during the event

Katie H supported Sean’s expectation and congratulated the group on their achievements so far. The group were reminded that their behaviour was on show and that they represented YAG and Council. The group were asked to raise any concerns. Katie W raised a concern about pool safety. Sean and Katie H reminded the group of the number of life guards rostered on and the number of security guards that would be attending the event. Alexis raised the concern of alcohol being smuggled on to the premises. The group were reminded of the procedures to follow if they observed suspicious behaviour. The group went over the schedule for the day of the event and they were reminded of their particular roles for the day.

8. CLOSE Meeting closed at 7:00 pm. 9. DATE OF NEXT MEETING – 4 May 2011, 5.00 pm

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SUBJECT: MINUTES ARTS AND CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY

COMMITTEE (ACDAC) 10 FEBRUARY 2011& 20 APRIL 2011 - MEMBERSHIP RENOMINATIONS AND RESIGNATIONS, CIVIC PARK CULTURAL USAGE PLAN WORKSHOP.

ITEM NO: 9.8 SYNOPSIS: Minutes of the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee (ACDAC) meeting of 10 February 2011 (Attachment A) and 20 April 2011 (Attachment B) are presented for Council’s information. This report includes information on the recommendation that a Civic Park - Cultural Usage Plan workshop with the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee be held in place of a scheduled ACDAC meeting in 2011. GENERAL: Membership The Committee endorsed in the meeting of 10 February 2011 the following nominations:

Ms Barbara Vos, General Manager Brown’s Mart Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator Palmerston City Council

The Committee endorsed in the meeting of 20 April 2011 the following re-nominations:

Mr Ken Conway, Community Representative Ms Leonie McNally , Community Representative Ms Edwina Lunn, General Manager, Darwin Festival Mr Mark Smith, Manager, Music NT

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COMMITTEE (ACDAC) 10 FEBRUARY 2011 & 20 APRIL 2011 - MEMBERSHIP RENOMINATIONS AND RESIGNATIONS, CIVIC PARK MASTER PLAN,

Mr Tony Clementson, General Manager, Tourism Top End Ms Barbara Vos, Community Representative

The Committee endorsed in the meeting of 20 April 2011 the following resignations: Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator, Palmerston City Council. Ms Felicity Green, TOGArt Award Manager The Committee endorsed the re-nomination of Ms Barbara Vos, General Manager Brown’s Mart in the meeting of 10 February 2011 and subsequently in the meeting of 20 April 2011 endorsed her membership as a Community Representative, following her resignation from Browns Mart. The Committee endorsed the nomination of Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator Palmerston City Council in the meeting of 10 February 2011 and subsequently in the meeting of 20 April 2011 accepted her resignation, following her resignation from Palmerston City Council. Ms Felicity Green will not renew her Committee membership beyond the term concluding May 2011 as she is now based interstate. Civic Park - Cultural Usage Plan The proposed Civic Park - Cultural Usage Plan has been an ongoing item and the Committee suggested that a workshop be held with ACDAC members and stakeholders. It was acknowledged that this will be a complex project with many stakeholders, including: Darwin City Council; Brown’s Mart; Christ Church Cathedral; The NT Government; Darwin Waterfront Corporation; The Darwin Festival; Mr Alan Garraway (property owner); NT Police and NT Licensing Commission . The Committee proposed that each of these stakeholders be invited to meet with the project consultant. The Committee identified the following items pertinent to Civic Park:

linkage (walking paths) and lines of sight between Civic Park and State Square;

linkage to the Waterfront; Future of the bus terminal (NTG – Transport); CPTED issues, e.g. CCTV requirements for Brown’s Mart and the position of

poles/cameras; Access to toilets and the need for more facilities; Relationship between Civic Park and the Civic Centre; and the Demographics of the CBD population.

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The Committee recommended that a workshop be held in place of a forthcoming ACDAC meeting (ACDAC Minutes Meeting 10 February 2011). FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: A budget allocation of $5,000 from the Arts Operational budget, 2011/2012 Financial year is recommended to enable the engagement of a consultant to hold initial meetings with stakeholders and a workshop with the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee on Civic Park - Cultural Usage Plan, and to prepare an initial report scoping this project. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 3 Assist Individuals and the Community Stay Connected with the Darwin Region Outcome 3.1 Promote the use of public spaces Key Strategies 3.1.1 Enhance public spaces and encourage greater use by the community LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: The ACDAC is an advisory committee established under Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil pertaining to this report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: This report largely deals with the scheduling of a consultant to undertake a workshop with ACDAC regarding Civic Park. No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. However it should be noted that the park as public space and popular community venue has a wide community of interest and may attract media inquiry. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil pertaining to this report.

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DELEGATION: A Council decision is required. CONSULTATION: The following stakeholders have been identified for consultation with the Project Consultant: Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee (ACDAC) Council’s Parks and Reserves Team Council’s Customer Services who manage bookings of the space Recreation, Youth and disability services who represent park users Brown’s Mart Christ Church Cathedral The NT Government Darwin Waterfront Corporation The Darwin Festival Mr Alan Garraway (property owner) NT Police NT Licensing Commission The provision of the workshop for ACDAC members may generate broader community interest PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Workshop for ACDAC. Stakeholder engagement with Project Consultant and/or as workshop participants. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE Nil pertaining to this report.

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RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0062 AR:kl entitled Minutes Arts and Cultural

Development Advisory Committee (ACDAC) 10 February 2011 & 20 April 2011 – Membership Renominations and Registrations, Civic Park Master Plan be received and noted.

B. THAT Council reappoint as members of the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee for a 2 year term commencing 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2013 in accordance with Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008 -

Mr Ken Conway, Community Representative Ms Leonie McNally , Community Representative Ms Edwina Lunn, General Manager, Darwin Festival Mr Mark Smith, Manager, Music NT Mr Tony Clementson, General Manager, Tourism Top End Ms Barbara Vos, Community member

C. THAT Council accepts the resignations of -

Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator, Palmerston City Council. Ms Felicity Green, TOGArt Award Manager

D. THAT staff be acknowledged for their contribution regarding the Live Music in the Libraries initiative and that this program continue.

E. THAT a workshop with the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee

be held in place of a scheduled Committee meeting in 2011 to initiate consultation for the proposed Civic Park - Cultural Usage Plan.

ALLISON GRAY KATIE HEARNARTS & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

Any queries on this report may be directed to Allison Gray on 89300674 or [email protected]

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MINUTES OF THE ARTS & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

Held Thursday 10th February 2011

at Darwin City Council

1. PRESENT Alderman Robyn Lesley Chair, Darwin City Council Ms Leonie McNally Community Representative Mr Ken Conway Community Representative Ms Janice McEwen Director, Top End Arts Mr Bong Ramilo EO, Darwin Community Arts Mr Mark Smith Manager, Music NT Ms Barbara Vos General Manager, Brown’s Mart Ms Jennifer Milne Events Coordinator, Palmerston City Council Ms Alice Rae Arts and Cultural Development Officer, DCC

2. APOLOGIES

Alderman Heather Sjoberg Alternate Chair, Darwin City Council Mr Tony Clementson General Manager, Tourism Top End Ms Edwina Lunn General Manager, Darwin Festival Ms Hania Radvan Director, Arts NT Ms Felicity Green TOGArt Award Manager

Meeting opened 12.10 pm.

3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING

THAT the minutes of the meeting held Thursday 11th November 2010 be accepted as a true and accurate record. Moved: Ken Conway. Seconded: Janice McEwen. Carried.

4. BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING 4.1 ACDAC Membership – nominations

The Committee recommended the appointment of Ms Barbara Vos, General Manager Brown’s Mart, and Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator Palmerston City Council. Recommendation: THAT Council appoint as members of the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee for a 2 year term commencing 1 February 2011 to 31 January 2013 in accordance with Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008: i). Ms Barbara Vos, General Manager Brown’s Mart ii). Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator Palmerston City Council Moved Ken Conway. Seconded Janice McEwen. Carried.

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4.2 Arts Projects Matrix

The Arts Projects Matrix was received and noted. The Committee discussed the positive outcomes of the Live Music in the Libraries program and requested that a commendation of this program be made to Council. Recommendation: THAT staff be acknowledged for their contribution regarding the Live Music in the Libraries initiative and that this program continue. Moved: Barbara Vos. Seconded: Mark Smith. Carried.

4.2 Arts and Cultural Development Priorities

The Arts and Cultural Development Priorities Matrix was received and noted. 4.4 Council Infrastructure for Arts usage

4.1 Civic Park – Cultural Usage Plan

The proposed Civic Park – Cultural Usage Plan has been an ongoing item and the Committee suggested that a workshop be held with ACDAC members in place of a forthcoming ACDAC meeting, to enable this project to move forward. It was acknowledged that this will be a complex project with many stakeholders, including:

Darwin City Council Brown’s Mart Christ Church Cathedral The NT Government Darwin Waterfront Corporation The Darwin Festival Mr Alan Garraway (property owner) NT Police

The Committee proposed that each of these stakeholders be invited to meet with the project consultant, prior to the workshop with ACDAC, to give a knowledge-based submission on issues relevant to the cultural planning of Civic Park:

Linkage (walking paths) and lines of sight between Civic Park and State Square;

Linkage to the Waterfront; Future of the bus terminal (NTG – Transport); CPTED issues, e.g. CCTV requirements for Brown’s Mart and

the position of poles/cameras;

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Access to toilets and the need for more facilities; Relationship between Civic Park and the Civic Centre; Demographics of the CBD population.

Recommendation: THAT a workshop with the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee be held in place of a scheduled ACDAC meeting in 2011 to initiate consultation for the proposed Civic Park Master Plan. Moved: Barbara Vos. Seconded: Janice McEwen. Carried. The Committee suggested that the workshop be held in May or June depending upon the availability of a facilitator. The Committee also noted that a discussion paper for the Greater Darwin Region Land Use Plan - Towards 2030 has now been released for consultation and this may have some bearing upon the proposed Civic Park Master Plan.

4.5 Public Art

4.5.1 The Mall: major works; Larrakia works; This Is My Darwin photo project

The major works, ‘Luminous Habitat’ by Katrina Tyler and ‘Kuluban (Fruit Bats)’ by Graham Badari are installed in the Mall and are awaiting interpretative signage to be installed. The Larrakia works, including carved wooden signage inlays and designs for GOBO lighting, are nearing completion and are due to be installed soon. The Mall design team has advised that the signage manufactured for the ‘This is my Darwin’ project (using images submitted by the Darwin public) will be temporary rather than permanent. The Committee asked for further information on this project including:

whether the decision to manufacture temporary rather than permanent signage will impact upon the original design brief and budget;

whether the project will adequately address a process of community engagement if signage is being renewed only once every 5 years;

whether there are other ways in which the images submitted for this project may be used to enhance the outcomes of the project.

4.5.2 Naming of Darwin

A public event will be held in Raintree Park on Saturday 19 March to mark the 100 year Centenary of the Naming of Darwin.

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4.5.3 Gateway to East Point Reserve

Funds have been allocated by Council to engage a consultant to undertake a project brief for a new Public Art work at the Gateway to East Point reserve. It was suggested that there is a fragmentation of projects connected to East Point and the Bombing of Darwin and that there needs to be a more planned approach to encompass projects, especially in light of new developments such as the Military Museum upgrade being proposed for East Point. The Committee asked that the Arts and Cultural Development Officer investigate these issues further.

4.6 2010 Darwin Recycled Art Festival – Evaluation Report

The Recycled Art Festival Evaluation Report was received and noted. In addition to the venues identified in the Evaluation Report as possibilities for the 2011 Festival, the Airport, Charles Darwin University and Spillett House were nominated as other possibilities for the Festival or related displays. It was also noted that Casuarina is a hub for activities in the Northern suburbs. There may be a role for local community gardens and the use of these as venues. It was suggested that Palmerston City Council be invited to partner in the Festival, so that activities could be programmed for 1 day in Darwin and 1 day in Palmerston.

4.7 Arts Sector Forum

A flyer for the Arts Sector Forum, on Thursday 3 March 2010 between 4 pm – 6 pm, will be emailed tomorrow.

4.8 Facilities for Poster Placement - Update

The issue of facilities for poster placement is soon to be put before Council. The Committee asked for further information on whether electronic notice boards were being installed in the Mall and whether community groups would be able to access these. Action: Arts and Cultural Development Officer to seek further information regarding electronic notice boards in the Mall. The Committee noted that the publication Off the Leash provides a convenient source of arts information without the need for notice boards.

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It was questioned whether the provision of poster boards, as discussed by the Committee at its last meeting, was realistic considering they may only be useable in the dry season. The Committee suggested that Council could support a range of alternative means for disseminating arts information, e.g. electronic notice boards; Off the Leash (sponsorship for increased distribution); advocate for the use of bus shelters for ads in an electronic format; advocate for the provision of poster space within privately owned venues. The Chairperson will undertake to present these views when the issue is discussed by Council.

4.9 John McDouall Stuart 150 Year Celebration – Update

At a request from the Historical Society NT, Council has endorsed a recommendation to host an event to mark the 150 Year Celebration of the arrival of John McDouall Stuart on Australia’s northern shore. The event is scheduled for Wednesday 25 July 2012.

5. GENERAL BUSINESS 5.1 Public Art

5.1.1 Nightcliff Pool Mural

Council’s Recreation team has identified a Public Art opportunity for a new mural at the Nightcliff Pool, with a community engagement focus to involve local schools and/or community groups in the process. The Committee were positive about this opportunity and suggested a link with the Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival. It was also suggested that the patrons of the Nightcliff Pool be involved if possible.

5.1.2 Proposal by Janie Andrews – Civic Centre

The Committee noted the Public Art proposal by Janie Andrews to adorn the columns at the front of the Civic Centre with a mosaic.

Action: Arts and Cultural Development Officer to thank Janie Andrews for her Public Art proposal and advise that she will be considered for future Public Art opportunities.

5.2 New Initiatives

5.2.1 Music NT

Looking at an idea of a ‘live music summit’ to promote the hosting of original live music by Darwin venues.

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5.2.2 Darwin Community Arts

Darwin Community Arts in partnership with Art Warehouse is coordinating an exhibition of Street Art in March at the Chan Contemporary Art Space.

5.2.3 Ken Conway

A review of the Darwin Entertainment Centre is due to start soon. 5.2.4 Palmerston City Council

Currently in planning for the 2011 Palmerston Festival. 6. OTHER BUSINESS

Nil. 7. NEXT MEETING

Ms Barbara Vos submitted apologies for the April meeting. Date: 14 April 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 Date: 9 June 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 Date: 8 September 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 Date: 10 November 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 8. MEETING CLOSED

Meeting closed 1.40 pm. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS Recommendation: THAT Council appoint as members of the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee for a 2 year term commencing 1 February 2011 to 31 January 2013 in accordance with Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008: i). Ms Barbara Vos, General Manager Brown’s Mart ii). Ms Jennifer Milne, Events Coordinator Palmerston City Council

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Recommendation: THAT staff be acknowledged for their contribution regarding the Live Music in the Libraries initiative and that this program continue. Recommendation: THAT a workshop with the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee be held in place of a Committee meeting in 2011 to initiate consultation for the proposed Civic Park – Cultural Usage Plan. SUMMARY OF ACTIONS Action: Arts and Cultural Development Officer to seek further information regarding electronic notice boards in the Mall. Action: Arts and Cultural Development Officer to thank Janie Andrews for her Public Art proposal and advise that she will be considered for future Public Art opportunities.

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MINUTES OF THE ARTS & CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING

Held Wednesday 20 April 2011 at Darwin City Council

1. PRESENT

Alderman Heather Sjoberg Alternate Chair, Darwin City Council Ms Leonie McNally Community Representative Mr Ken Conway Community Representative Mr Bong Ramilo EO, Darwin Community Arts Ms Kieran Sanderson Senior Arts Broker, Arts NT Ms Edwina Lunn General Manager, Darwin Festival Ms Alice Rae Arts and Cultural Development Officer, DCC Ms Allison Gray Arts and Cultural Development Officer, DCC

2. APOLOGIES Alderman Robyn Lesley Chair, Darwin City Council Ms Barbara Vos Community Representative Mr Tony Clementson General Manager, Tourism Top End Ms Hania Radvan Arts NT (represented by K Sanderson) Ms Felicity Green TOGArt Award Manager Ms Janice McEwen Director, Top End Arts Mr Mark Smith Manager, Music NT

Meeting opened 12.10 pm. 3. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING

That the minutes of the meeting held Thursday 10 February 2011 be accepted as a true and accurate record. Moved: Leonie McNally. Seconded: Ken Conway. Carried.

4. BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING

4.1 ACDAC Membership – renominations and resignations

Ms Jennifer Milne has tendered her resignation from ACDAC as she no longer holds the position of Events Coordinator, Palmerston City Council. Ms Felicity Green will not renew her Committee membership beyond the term concluding May 2011. Ms Barbara Vos has resigned as General Manager Brown’s Mart but has agreed to continue at ACDAC as Community Representative. Recommendation: THAT Council reappoint as members of the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee for a 2 year term commencing 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2013 in accordance with Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008: i). Mr Ken Conway, Community Representative ii). Ms Leonie McNally , Community Representative iii) Ms Edwina Lunn , General Manager, Darwin Festival

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vi) Ms Barbara Vos, Community Representative Moved: Bong Ramilo. Seconded: Leonie McNally. Carried.

4.2 Arts Projects Matrix

The Arts Projects Matrix was received and noted.

4.2.1 Arts Forum

Committee expressed an interest in being informed of who attended the forum and requested if available that a listing be provided.

Action: ACDO to provide listing as a follow up email or at next meeting

4.2.2 Travellers Walk Repairs were noted. Graffiti and overgrown grass is now problematic.

Action: ACDO to action.

4.2.3 Music in Libraries

Committee asked as to numbers attending the Music in Libraries. ACDO noted anecdotally 10 – 15 attendees but in addition to these numbers many library patrons would come specifically at the time of the performance and undertake usual browsing etc.

4.3 Arts and Cultural Development Priorities

The Arts and Cultural Development Priorities Matrix was received and noted. 4.4 Council infrastructure for Arts usage

Civic Park – Cultural Usage Plan: Workshop with ACDAC Members The proposed Civic Park – Cultural Usage Plan has been an ongoing item and the Committee suggested that a workshop be held in place of a forthcoming ACDAC meeting (ACDAC Minutes Meeting 10 February 2011). Various aspects of the parks potential usage was discussed including significance and visitor attraction of Galamarrma / Tree Of Knowledge and the HMS Beagle Ship Bell Chime. The competing requirement of fencing for liquor licensing and accessibility to Browns Mart was raised. In this context a request was made to invite property owners and liquor licensing representative to the workshop.

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4.5 Public Art

4.5.1 The Mall: major works; Larrakia works; This Is My Darwin photo project

The major works, ‘Luminous Habitat’ by Katrina Tyler and ‘Kuluban (Fruit Bats)’ by Graham Badari are installed in the Mall and are awaiting interpretative signage to be installed.

The Larrakia designs for GOBO lighting have been installed and operational on the old Woolworths building. ‘This is my Darwin’ project, using images submitted by the Darwin public, is awaiting production and not yet installed. The Committee inquired as to the availability of the electronic display boards for public use and was advised that the issue is currently being discussed with Council Communications and Marketing.

Action: ACDO to report back on progress of electronic display boards at next meeting.

4.5.2 Public Art to Commemorate the Centenary of Naming of Darwin

(Decision No. 20\3249); Nightcliff Pool Mural; and Gateway to East Point Reserve (Decision No. 20\3249)

A project brief for each of the commissions was provided to Larrakia organisations as to appropriateness of site (as per agreed protocols for consultation with Larrakia organisations) prior to project activity.

4.5.3 Gateway to East Point Reserve – no further information at this

time. 4.5.4 Nightcliff Pool Mural – no further information at this time.

4.5.5 Public Art Maintenance

HMS Beagle Ship Bell Chime: the work has not been

functional since Cyclone Carlos. A new power box is being acquired with installation slated for later in the year.

Pirryangua Pukemani Poles / Mindil Beach Burial Mound: the work is currently unsightly with a termite infestation for which conservation advice will be sought. It is unknown at this stage if the work can be treated and reinstalled or newly commissioned (or parts there of) following Larrakia consultation.

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4.6 2011 Darwin Recycle Art Festival – Update

A site visit had been undertaken at the Shoal Bay Waste Disposal Site with potential for involvement as a source of materials and workshop venue. The Casuarina Library Facilities were also considered with utilisation of their newly refurbished meeting and courtyard facilities.

4.7 Arts Sector Forum

Minutes tabled. Committee queried how these inform the Arts Plan? As the first such forum a mechanism for this was yet to be established and recommendations were sought.

4.8 Facilities for Poster Placement – no further information at this time.

4.9 John McDouall Staurt 150 Year Celebration – no further information

at this time. 5. GENERAL BUSINESS

5.1 Public Art The site of a remaining tree stump at the Nightcliff shops was identified by Council staff as potential Public Art opportunity.

Action: ACDO to report back on feasibility of Nightcliff tree site as public art opportunity.

5.2 New Initiatives

5.2.1 Leonie McNally Made mention of her recent attendance at the

national event Australian Design Now at Object Gallery in Sydney where Darwin artist Aly De Groote was selected and profiled.

5.2.2 Arts NT

Kieran Sanderson provided an overview of her professional experience and new role at Arts NT.

5.2.3 Darwin Community Arts

Darwin Community Arts in partnership with Arts NT is providing ongoing synergies between what is happening inside to outside the Chan Contemporary Art Space. Also developing Our Harbour project.

5.2.4 Ken Conway

DSO, Browns Mart and DEC were currently advertising for General Managers.

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6. OTHER BUSINESS Nil. 7. NEXT MEETING Ms Leonie McNally submitted apologies for the June meeting. Date: 9 June 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 Date: 8 September 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 Date: 10 November 2011 Time: 12.00-1.30pm Venue: Meeting Room 1 8. MEETING CLOSED Meeting closed 1.40 pm. SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS Recommendation: THAT Council reappoint as members of the Arts and Cultural Development Advisory Committee for a 2 year term commencing 1 April 2011 to 31 March 2013 in accordance with Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008: i). Mr Ken Conway, Community Representative ii). Ms Leonie McNally , Community Representative iii) Ms Edwina Lunn , General Manager, Darwin Festival iv) Mr Mark Smith, Manager, Music NT v) Tony Clementson, General Manager, Tourism Top End vi) Ms Barbara Vos, Community Representative SUMMARY OF ACTIONS Action: ACDO to seek further information regarding electronic notice boards in the Mall. Action: ACDO to provide listing of attendees as Arts Forum as a follow up email or at next meeting. Action: ACDO to follow up Travellers Walk in regards to graffiti and overgrown grass. Action: ACDO to report back on feasibility of Nightcliff tree site as public art opportunity.

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SUBJECT: NT HERITAGE DARWIN CBD HERITAGE WALK

ITEM NO: 9.9 SYNOPSIS: The Heritage Branch, Department of Natural Resources, Environment, The Arts and Sport (NRETAS) is developing a self guided Heritage Walk for the Darwin Central Business Area. Heritage Branch is keen to both provide information to Council and seek in principle support for the project, which may include signage in Council reserves. If it transpires that works are required on Council managed land or facilities, established procedures will be followed to Council’s satisfaction. GENERAL: Council Officers met with representatives of Heritage Branch on two occasions to discuss the background and concept of the proposed Walk. A number of factors have provided the impetus for the project including:

a need to update an existing self guided walk originally prepared by the National Trust and reprint the maps,

an interest in exploring web based resources with potential for iphone applications and;

a desire to enrich both resident and visitor understandings of the evolution of the City and encourage further independent exploration of areas of interest.

The Heritage Walk will provide an overview of key aspects in the evolution of the City from its natural and Indigenous history, the Goyder survey, waves of immigration, construction during the 1880s boom, the Bombing of Darwin, Cyclone Tracy up to contemporary events.

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0059 FR:kl SUBJECT: NT HERITAGE DARWIN CBD HERITAGE WALK The brochure will be available in hard copy and on the web. The web site will include links for further investigation. The key message which the material wishes to convey is that Darwin has a rich multicultural history with many fascinating stories. Heritage Branch has liaised with a number of City based tour operators in the preparation of their proposal, and also with Tourism NT and Tourism Top End. The proposal has been well received. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 2 Enhance Darwin’s Active, Positive and Flexible Lifestyle Outcome 2.2 Increase recreational, cultural and heritage experiences Key Strategies 2.2.5 Provide facilities and resources that promote Darwin as a city rich in culture,

harmony and diversity Goal 5 Facilitate and Maintain a Cohesive Community Outcome 5.2 Promote Darwin’s culture Key Strategies 5.2.1 Promote and support activities and programs that celebrate cultural diversity Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.2 Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.3 Celebrate the city’s evolution LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil.

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PAGE: 3 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0059 FR:kl SUBJECT: NT HERITAGE DARWIN CBD HERITAGE WALK ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: The project has positive public relations opportunities for Council as it meets a number of Council’s Strategic objectives at minimal cost, encourages community engagement and affirms the City’s multi cultural identity. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil. DELEGATION: Nil. CONSULTATION: Nil. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: Not applicable. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE Signage will be the subject of a future Report to Council when the specifics of the Walk requirements are developed.

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Heritage Walk, be received and noted. B. THAT Council support the development of the Heritage Walk by Heritage

Branch, Natural Resources, Environment, The Arts and Sport. FIONA RAY KATIE HEARNMANAGER LIVEABILITY A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY

& CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Fiona Ray on 8930 0404 or [email protected]

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REPORT NO:

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SUBJECT: DARWIN MILITARY MUSEUM PROPOSAL TO CONDUCT TOURS OF

THE GUN EMPLACEMENTS AT EAST POINT

ITEM NO: 9.10 SYNOPSIS: Dr Tom Lewis, Darwin Military Museum and Mr Philip Temple, consultant historian made presentation to 2nd Ordinary Council on 27 April 2011. The presentation outlined Darwin Military Museum’s (DMM) proposal to run guided tours of the Gun Emplacements and associated infrastructure at East Point. Darwin City Council is the land owner and responsible for general maintenance and/or providing access to the Heritage listed infrastructure. GENERAL: PREVIOUS DECISION Decision No. 20\3866 (27/4/11) That the presentation from the Darwin Military Museum, in relation to the Historical Military Tours, be received and noted. REPORT The DMM proposal to run guided tours of the currently closed areas of the gun emplacements would contribute to meeting Council’s strategic objective of promoting Darwin’s history and World War II experiences. The tours would access infrastructure which is not currently able to be visited, adding value to the Darwin tourist experience and local knowledge. In considering the proposal the critical aspects for Council relate to insurance, risk management and ensuring that any works undertaken are in keeping with the heritage status of the properties.

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PAGE: 2 REPORT NUMBER: 11C0063 FR:kl SUBJECT: PROPOSAL FOR GUN EMPLACEMENTS AT EAST POINT Whilst the DMM presentation identified that insurance for the tours would be the responsibility of Darwin City Council, further conversation with Mr Philip Temple determined that insurance for the Tour would be taken out by the DMM through its existing broker. It is considered that this is the appropriate course of action and that the insurance should be cited by Council. It is proposed that risk management to the satisfaction of Darwin City Council form a prerequisite for approval. A preliminary assessment has been undertaken internally, however it is advisable that DMM undertake an assessment of the project to their insurer and Council’s satisfaction. Works to the properties may be required to reduce risk. Those works will need to be discussed with and approved by the Heritage Branch, Natural Resources, Environment, The Arts and Sport (NRETAS). FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.2 Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.1 Promote Darwin’s history, particularly its WWII experiences LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: Nil. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: Nil. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: Nil.

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Proposal to Conduct Tours of the Gun Emplacements at East Point, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council support the Darwin Military Museum Proposal to Conduct

Guided Tours of the Gun Emplacements at East Point subject to gaining proof of insurance, undertaking risk assessment to Council’s satisfaction and receiving any required Heritage approvals.

FIONA RAY KATIE HEARNMANAGER LIVABILITY A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY

& CULTURAL SERVICES Any queries on this report may be directed to Fiona Ray on 8930 0404 or [email protected]

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REPORT NO:

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COMMON NO:

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SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING NOTES - HAIKOU

28 MARCH 2011

ITEM NO: 10.2.1 SYNOPSIS: This report presents the informal minutes of the Haikou Sister City Community Committee meeting held on 28th March (Attachment A) for Council’s information. GENERAL: The Haikou Sister City Community Committee met on the 28th March 2011. Quorum was unable to be achieved, thus an informal meeting took place. Mr. Geoff Milne, an Australian who had spent the last 8 years living and working in Haikou, including opening the first bar and restaurant wholly owned by a foreigner in Haikou, provided a presentation to the Committee. Mr Milne’s presentation about Haikou generated great interest and comments. The Committee reviewed the progress of current projects and discussed possible ways to have better links with the Chung Wah Society and their events. Plans for the Sister Cities Film Night on June 30th were touched on. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: There are no financial implications pertaining to this report.

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MARCH 2011 STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.2 Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.4 Strengthen international relationships through Sister Cities and other activities LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. DELEGATION: Nil. CONSULTATION: None required for this report. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: None proposed for this report. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE None required for this report. RECOMMENDATIONS:

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MARCH 2011 THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0053 HB:kl entitled Sister City Community

Committee Meeting Notes - Haikou 28 March 2011, be received and noted. HAYLEY BARICH KATIE HEARNSENIOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER - LIVEABILITY


Any queries on this report may be directed to Hayley Barich on 89300695 or [email protected]

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HAIKOU SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING Monday 28 March 2011 12:30pm

MEETING ROOM 1 DARWIN CITY COUNCIL CIVIC CENTRE

1. Meeting Open 12.31pm 2. Present

Andrew Leo Community representative Philip Rudd Community representative, Chair Lynette Tam Community representative Geoff Milne Presenter Hayley Barich Senior Community Development Officer –

Liveability Lie Yao Community representative (arrived 12.35pm)

3. Apologies

Alderman Kerry Moir Elected Member Maureen Manzie Community representative Ken Kirkman Community representative Alderman Allan Mitchell Elected Member

4. Minutes

The minutes from the meeting on 14 February 2011 were accepted as a true and accurate account of the meeting. Due to inability to achieve quorum, the Feburary minutes will be ratified at the next meeting. (Tam/ Leo)

5. Presentation: Mr. Geoff Milne, Restaurant Owner in Haikou Mr. Milne first became aware of the Haikou Sister City relationship when he was invited by the Haikou Foreign Affairs to attend the 20 year anniversary celebration in September 2011. Mr. Milne noted there was no Australian beer at the festivities. There is a small expat community in Haikou, the majority of which are English teachers. Mr. Milne was the first westerner to wholly own a business in Haikou. Mr. Milne discussed Hóng Bāo and its prevalence in all levels of officials. Mr. Milne provided information on lifestyle, health care and working in Haikou. Mr. Milne suggested contacting his American friend who owns a café in Haikou should we wish to explore grass roots projects. He suggested it may be beneficial to provide information on what Darwin does in relation to equity of access for residents, particularly those with disabilities. Mr. Milne commented that food is a key priority for the Chinese and if the Committee wished to undertake a project that will gain their general attraction, it should involve food.

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6. Business Arising

6.1 Action Planning 2010 -2112 6.1.1 Update on current Haikou SCCC Projects

The Committee was provided with an update of the projects currently in progress.

7. General Business

7.1 Chung Wah Society Update – Lynette Tam Lyn advised of temple related activities. There are no planned public events from Chung Wah. Action: Lyn to request that Darwin City Council Sister Cities be included in the Chung Wah Newsletter distribution list. Action: Lyn to provide key contact details for Chung Wah so that they may be included in Sister City updates. 7.2 Sister City Film Night – Project Brainstorm Action: Committee members to approach friends and contacts for donations for the raffles that will form part of the Sister City Film night. 7.3 Financial Update 2010/2011 The Committee currently has $7948.01 in unspent funds. $100 is allocated for the Sister Cities Night at the Arafura Games, $2800 is allocated to the Artwork for Haikou Sister City Show Window and $1300 is allocated for the Sister Cities Dance. There is $3748 in available funds. 7.4 Any Other Business Action: A letter/ report to the Haikou Foreign Affairs summarising the recent delegation visit to be developed and sent to Haikou.

8. Meeting Closed 1.36pm

9. Date and time of next meeting

Date: 9 May 2011 Time: 12:30pm

Venue: Meeting Room 1

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REPORT NO:

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COMMON NO:

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SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MINUTES - DILI 29 MARCH

2011, ACTION FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION PRESENTATION

ITEM NO: 10.2.2 SYNOPSIS: This report presents the minutes of the Dili Sister City Community Committee meeting held on 29 March 2011 (Attachment A) for Council’s information and details the recommendations arising from the minutes for Council’s consideration. The resignation and appointment recommendations are dealt with in a separate report on Membership in the agenda. GENERAL: Dili Learns the Big Gig The Dili Sister City Community Committee met on 29 March 2011. Mr. Venancio de Jesus, Ms. Natalia Moniz and Ms. Veronica de Sousa attended the meeting and provided a presentation on Action For Change Foundation (ACF), a non-government organisation in Dili run by youth for youth. Council has supported ACF since 2009 and this was the first time a delegation had the opportunity to visit. Since the ACF internet cafe was established with the assistance of Darwin City Council, it has been in constant demand. ACF would like to extend the café to meet customer demand. Future challenges for ACF and possible partnership opportunities with Council were discussed. The itinerary for the delegation was also discussed. Supporting Tour de Timor Project Objective Promote a love for the outdoors and foster cultural sensitivity through our actions.

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ACTION FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION PRESENTATION Background In 2008 there was a cultural exchange between The Darwin Chorale and a combined churches' choir from Dili. Digby Barrow, Team Leader was Assistant Director on that occasion and was touched by the warmth, enthusiasm and friendship of the people of East Timor. His cycling team wishes to strengthen these ties further by participating in the International Mountain-riding Competition better known as Tour de Timor. The cycling team is composed of two adults and two teenagers united by a love of riding and the common thread being, The Essington School, Darwin. They are all serious riders who would like to foster harmonious relationships between Darwin and East Timor. Team members are:

Brian Forester Lachlan Bates Joel Kay Digby Barrow

This tour will be an opportunity, particularly for the younger members to become aware of and understand other cultures as well as developing ties in Timor. This project also encourages healthy, active life styles in our youth. Project Plan The tour is to be held in September 2011 in Timor-Leste. Support for the team would be in the form of sponsorship. In exchange for financial support the team would ensure proper promotion of DCC and the Sister City relationship. Where appropriate the team will also visit and assist our project partners in Dili. Stage Timeline Resources Darwin Team Competes in Tour de Timor

September 2011 $400

Australia Timor-Leste Friendship Network The Australia Timor-Leste Friendship Network is establishing a website that will list friendship groups as well as share project details and other protocol information. The Dili Sister City Community Committee would like to have their details of the Sister City relationship with Dili included on the website.

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ACTION FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION PRESENTATION FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Supporting Tour de Timor A total budget of $400 from W1583/1/104 is allocated for this project. This equates to $100 of sponsorship to each participant (4). All remaining recommendations have no financial implications. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.2 Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.4 Strengthen international relationships through Sister Cities and other activities LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: As part of these projects, media releases will be sent to local media outlets and effort will be taken to document the person-to-person contact to enable coverage in Darwin City Council publications including GRIND, International Relations eNewsletter and MyDarwin. Frequent Twitter updates can also be easily provided. These projects present a positive opportunity for Council to showcase the very tangible benefits that can evolve from Sister City Relationships. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. DELEGATION: The recommendations from this report require consideration by Council.

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ACTION FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION PRESENTATION CONSULTATION: None required for this report. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: None required for this report. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE The Darwin City Council logo will be used appropriately on all promotional products. In particular the Tour de Timor cycling team will carry appropriate logos.

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ACTION FOR CHANGE FOUNDATION PRESENTATION RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0056 HB:kl entitled Sister City Community

Committee Minutes - Dili 29 March, Action For Change Foundation Presentation, be received and noted.

B. THAT the Dili Sister City Community Committee recommends that up to $400 is

allocated to sponsoring a Darwin team to participate in the Tour de Timor September 2011 led by Mr. Digby Barrows.

C. THAT the Dili Sister City Community Committee recommends that Council write

to the Australia Timor-Leste Friendship Network to express interest in the network with the view to Council’s Dili relationship being included on the Australian Timor-Leste Friendship Newwork.

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Tuesday 29 March 2011 12:30pm, Meeting Room 1

DARWIN CITY COUNCIL CIVIC CENTRE


Veronica de Sousa Presenter, ACF Natalia Moniz Presenter, ACF Venancio de Jesus Presenter, ACF Alderman John Bailey Elected member Neil Chadwick Community representative Alderman Robyn Lesley Elected member Mark Spangler Observer Leigh Gregory Community representative (Chair) Jill Kuhn Community representative Hayley Barich Community representative

3. Apologies

Lynette Bigg Community representative, Chair Joan Meredith Community representative

4. Minutes

The minutes from the meeting held on 15 February 2011 were accepted as a true and accurate account of the meeting. (Ald. Bailey/ Ald. Knox) Carried

5. Special Presentation: Venancio de Jesus, Veronica de Sousa, Natalia

Moniz, Action for Change Foundation

Mr Venancio de Jesus provided an overview of Action for Change Foundation (AFC) and the programs they deliver. ACF grew out of the need to build capacity of Dili’s youth. ACF offers 3 month courses in English, computer and business skills. Participants of their training programs have the opportunity to do 2 months placement with businesses to implement the skills they have learnt. ACF delivers a program called “Sport for Peace” whereby youth participate in sports including volleyball and taekwondo and through the process learn about leadership, respect and tolerance. Since the ACF internet cafe was established with the assistance of Darwin City Council, it has been in constant demand. ACF would like to extend the café to meet customer demand. ACF faces the following challenges:

Limited resources, in particular computers, work stations, building space and digital camera

Limited staff capacity and skills to maintain the computers Limited access to English resource materials including native speakers

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ACF suggest the following:

Encourage the youth of Darwin to volunteer with ACF to assist in teaching English

Assistance from Darwin City Council in overcoming some of the resource challenges

To work in partnership with Darwin City Council

6. Business Arising

6.1 Update on current projects Action: Copy of the waste management proposal to be forwarded to Abel Guterres who can assist in progressing the project. 6.2 Dili Learns the Big Gig Copy of the schedule for the Dili visitors was circulated to members. Committee members were encouraged to contact Hayley should they wish to take our visitors sightseeing on the weekends.

7. General Business

7.1 Tour de Timor Action: Alderman Bailey to follow up possibility of the Lord Mayor hosting a reception for a Darwin team participating in Tour de Timor. Action: Hayley and Jill to organise the Darwin cycle team to meet the representatives of Action for Change Foundation while they are in Darwin. Action: Jill, Leigh and Hayley to investigate the possibility of Essington School supporting the Darwin team and establishing further links with ACF. Recommendation: THAT up to $400 is put towards the Darwin team participating in the Tour de Timor led by Mr Digby Barrows. (Ald. Bailey/ Ald. Knox) Carried 7.2 Medium of Instruction – Neil Chadwick Tabled for the next meeting 7.3 VLGA Information The Australia Timor-Leste Friendship Network is establishing a website that will list friendship groups. They have sent a letter requesting information about Council’s relationship and its projects to be put on the website.

Recommendation: THAT Council write to the Australia Timor-Leste Friendship Network to express interest in information about the Sister City relationship being included on their website. (Ald. Bailey/ Ald. Knox)

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7.4 Financial Update The committee currently has $2250.10 in unspent funds. 7.5 Any Other Business Wheel 2 Wheel will visit Darwin as part of their tour and are interested in doing some positive publicity with the Darwin City Council. Jill suggested the Essington Trumpet Choir would be good to approach for entry/ departure performances. Action: Hayley to further investigate. Recommendation: THAT the Committee note the resignation of Ms Joan Meredith from the position of community representative from the Dili Sister City Community Committee. (Ald. Bailey/ Ald. Knox) Recommendation: THAT the Committee appoint Mr Mark Spangler as a community representative of the Dili Sister City Community Committee for a two year term, effective to 30 June 2012 in accordance with Section 54 of the Local Government Act 2008. (Ald. Knox/Ald. Bailey) Carried

8. Meeting Closed 2pm

9. Date and time of next meeting

Date: 10 May 2011 Time: 12:30pm


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REPORT NO:

11C0054 HB:kl

COMMON NO:

1995271

SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING NOTES - AMBON

31 MARCH 2011, ARAFURA GAMES, AMBONESE NIGHT

ITEM NO: 10.2.3 SYNOPSIS: This report presents the informal minutes of the Ambon Sister City Community Committee meeting held on 31 March 2011 (Attachment A) for Council’s information and details the recommendations arising from the minutes for Council’s consideration. GENERAL: PREVIOUS DECISIONS DECISION NO. 20\1826 (28/07/09) A. That Report Number 09C0119 entitled, Minutes Ambon Sister City

Community Committee 11 June 2009 with Recommendations – Deckchair event and Pesona Indonesian Festival, be received and noted.

B. That $300 be allocated from the 2008/2009 Ambon budget towards the Sister

Cities Fundraising Deckchair Event held at the The Deckchair Cinema on 2 July 2009, and this amount be carried forward to the 2009/2010 budget.

C. THAT an additional $2500 be allocated from the 2008/2009 Ambon Sister City

Community budget towards sponsoring artists who perform traditional Ambonese dance or music at 2009 Pesona Indonesia Festival to be held on 15 August 2009, and that the funds be carried forward to the 2009/2010 budget.

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MARCH 2011, ARAFURA GAMES, AMBONESE NIGHT DECISION NO. 19\4326 (12/04/07) Part Decision A. That Report Number 07C0032 SF:ems entitled Minutes of The Ambon Sister

City Community Committee Meeting Held on 15 March, 2007 with Recommendations, be received and noted.

C. THAT subject to confirmation that the performance of Om Set will be included

as part of the Pesona Indonesia program, a maximum amount of $3000 be allocated for air travel, accommodation and associated costs for Om Set to travel from Ambon to Darwin to perform at the Pesona Indonesia event, as a part of the 2007 Darwin Festival.

REPORT The following section provides details of the projects discussed during the meeting. Sister Cities Night - Arafura Games Cultural Night Project Objective Increased awareness of the Sister Cities program. Background Darwin City Council has been invited by the Arafura Games to participate in the Cultural Nights program that will run in conjunction with the Arafura Games. Council has been invited to have a dedicated Sister City Night. Project Plan All Sister Cities will be promoted at this outdoor event with a small static display of each country. Finger food specific to each country will be handed out to passers by. The Team Captains from our three visiting Sister Cities, Dili, Ambon and Haikou will be invited to speak. A small cultural performance will be presented. Volunteers will host the stalls, hand out food and flyers. Stage Timeline Resources Program the event Feb - March Senior Community Development Officer -

Liveability Deliver the event May 9 2011 Community Development Team

Volunteers from all Sister City Community Committees $2500

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MARCH 2011, ARAFURA GAMES, AMBONESE NIGHT Ambonese Night Project Objective To promote the sister city relationship between Darwin and Ambon. Background The Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race is an annual event in which competitors sail from the Port of Darwin to Ambon. Despite the recent turmoil and lack of numbers in the race, the event is slowly beginning to grow in numbers. The Ambon Sister City Community Committee has previously sponsored a trophy for the race. There has been some discussion about holding an Ambonese Night in Darwin prior to the departure of the race. It is envisioned that this night will include cultural performances and displays of Ambon. Competitors, officials and other organisations involved with Ambon will be invited to the event. Project Plan The Sister Cities program will provide a static display on the night. The display will focus on the Darwin – Ambon relationship, but will also highlight our other sister city relationships. The Ambon Sister City Committee will contribute to the cultural performances of the evening by supporting an Ambonese artist in making the trip to Darwin to perform. The Ambon Sister City Community Committee will take a role in promoting the event through its networks. Stage Timeline Resources Organise and program the event

March - June Senior Community Development Officer – Liveability, Consulate of the Republic of Indonesia

Promote the event June - July Ambon Sister City Community Committee, Senior Community Development Officer – Liveability, Consulate of the Republic of Indonesia $800

Organise display June Senior Community Development Officer – Liveability $200

Ambonese Night 21 July $1200 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Sister Cities Night – Arafura Games Cultural Night At total budget of $2500 is allocated for this project. This composes of $2000 from general operating (W401/1/100) and $100 from each Sister City Community Committee. Therefore $100 from W1581/1/343 is requested from the Ambon Sister City Community Committee budget for country specific food.

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MARCH 2011, ARAFURA GAMES, AMBONESE NIGHT Ambonese Night An estimated amount of $2200 is budgeted for this project. This includes $800 for promotion (from W1581/1/303), $200 for materials for the display (from W401/1/100) and $1200 for an Ambonese artist return flights and performance fee (from W1581/1/104). STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.2 Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.4 Strengthen international relationships through Sister Cities and other activities LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: These projects present a positive opportunity for Council to showcase the very tangible benefits that can evolve from Sister City relationships. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to this report. DELEGATION: The recommendations from this report require consideration by Council. CONSULTATION: None pertaining to this report. PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: None required for this report.

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MARCH 2011, ARAFURA GAMES, AMBONESE NIGHT APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE The Darwin City Council logo will be used appropriately on all promotional products. In particular every effort will be made at the Arafura Games Cultural Night to achieve optimum exposure of Council and its Sister City program.

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MARCH 2011, ARAFURA GAMES, AMBONESE NIGHT RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11c0054 HB:kl entitled Sister City Community

Committee Meeting Notes - Ambon 31 March 2011, Students Exchange, Ambonese Night, be received and noted.

B. THAT the Ambon Sister City Community Committee recommends that up to

$100 is allocated from W1581/1/343 to the Sister Cities Night at the Arafura Games in May 2011.

C. THAT the Ambon Sister City Community Committee recommends that up to

$2200 is allocated from W401/1/100 and W1581/1/343 for the Ambonese Night in July 2011.




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5pm Meeting Room 1



Christine Silvester Community representative Pak. Abrianto Observer Hayley Barich Senior Community Development Officer Rick Setter Community representative, Chair Angela Setter Observer Judy Miller Community representative

3. Apologies

Maureen Manzie Community representative Linda Fazldeen Community representative

4. Minutes

The minutes from the meeting held on 2 December 2010 were accepted as a true and accurate account of the meeting. (To be ratified at next meeting when quorum available) (Silvester/ Miller)

5. Business Arising

5.1 Action planning 2010 – 2012 Committee received and noted the action plan. 5.2 Youth Exchange Update Ambon City Secretary, Pak Tony has agreed to support the project. School holidays in Ambon this year will be in June/ July. SMU5 has changed names to SMR5. Still awaiting a formal reply. Action: Copy of the letter to be sent to Helen de Lima for follow up and an example response letter to be sent to the Mayor of Ambon. 5.3 Arafura Games Recommendation: THAT $100 is allocated to the Sister Cities Night at the Arafura Games in May 2011. (Silvester/ Miller) Action: Invite Angela Setter to perform on the Sister Cities Night

6. General Business 6.1 Update from Indonesian Consulate Approximately 114 athletes from Indonesia will compete in the 2011 Arafura Games. Approximately 10-15 athletes will come from Maluku. Links for the Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race have been put on the consulate website. An Ambonese singer has been invited to perform at the Ambonese Night. It was agreed that 21st July would be the best night to hold the Ambonese Night.

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AMBON SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEE MEETING Thursday 31 March 2011

5pm Meeting Room 1


Rick advised that he recently met with the Secretary to the City of Ambon who indicated that the Mayor’s Office does not have any budget for the Ambonese Night in Darwin, however the Minister for Culture and Tourism may have capacity to support. The Consulate will need a letter from the Mayor of Ambon stating their inability to support before the Minister for Culture and Tourism can support them. There is an International Film Festival from 29th to 30th of April at Charles Darwin University. Indonesian films will be shown. Action: Hayley to forward film festival details to the Committee members Action: Hayley to provide brochures about the Sister City relationship to the Consulate to display at the film night 6.2 Ambonese Night Committee is aware that the Consulate is having difficulty securing funds for entertainment for the Ambonese Night. The Committee would like to sponsor an artist from Ambon to come to Darwin. The airfare and a small fee will be paid for the artist. The artist will be hosted by Mr. Rick Setter whilst in Darwin. Additionally, the Committee wish to put advertisements in the NT News to promote the event. Recommendation: That up to $2200 is allocated towards the Ambonese night to be held in July 2011 prior to the Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race. (Miller/ Silvester`) The Committee is unclear as to what their role is to be for the Ambonese Night. Action: Meet with the Consulate to discuss in detail the Ambonese Night 2011. 6.3 Sister City Film Night – Call for ideas Action: Committee members to approach friends and associates for donations of prizes for raffles to be held on the film night. 6.4 Financial Update The Committee currently has $8225 in available funds. 6.5 Any Other Business Action: Hayley to investigate possible Mayoral involvement in the Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race and events. Rick has sourced a wood carver in Maluku who he has commissioned to produce the statue for the Indonesian garden at CDU. He plans to pick them up on his way back from Ambon in July. The statue is 1.12m tall and will need to be treated before being installed.

7. Meeting Closed 6.40pm 8. Date and time of next meeting

Date: 5 May 2011 Time: 5 pm


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APPROVED: KH



REPORT NO:

11C0055 HB:kl

COMMON NO:

1784123

SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP

ITEM NO: 10.2.4 SYNOPSIS: This report presents an update on the current status of membership for the Ambon, Anchorage, Dili, Haikou and Kalymnos Sister City Community Committees. This report discusses additional nominations, resignations and a prolonged leave of absence received since the original appointments to the current Committees in June 2010 and provides recommendations for Councils consideration. GENERAL: PREVIOUS DECISIONS Decision No.20\2936 (29/06/10)

A. THAT Report Number 10C0073 KH:kl entitled, Community Committee Appointments to the Ambon, Dili, Haikou, Anchorage & Kalymnos Sister Cities from 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2012, be received an noted.

B. THAT the following be appointed to the Ambon Sister City Community

Committee from July 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008:

Mr Rick Setter Ms Judith Miller Ms Christine Silvester Ms Maureen Manzie Mr Leigh Gregory

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C. THAT the following be appointed to the Dili Sister City Community Committee from July 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008: Ms Jill Kuhn Ms Lynnette Bigg Ms Veronica Pereira Ms Kate Boyd Ms Joan Meredith Mr Leigh Gregory

D. THAT the following be appointed to the Haikou Sister City Community Committee from July 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008: Mr Ken Kirkman Ms Lynette Tam Ms Andrew Leo Ms Judith Dikstein Mr Lei Yao Mr Phillip Rudd Ms Maureen Manzie

E. THAT the following be appointed to the Anchorage Sister City Community Committee from July 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008: Ms Sue Wainwright Ms Korin Lesh Ms Angella Francis Mr Mike Myers

F. THAT the following be appointed to the Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee from July 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008: Ms Dina Tsougranis Ms Fay Karamanakis

Decision no. 20\3140 (31/08/10)

A. THAT Report Number 10C0104 JB:kl entitled Community Representative Appointments to the Dili, Ambon and Anchorage Sister Cities Community Committees be received and noted.

B. THAT Mr Neil Chadwick be appointed to the Dili Sister City Community

Committee from 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008.

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C. THAT Ms Linda Fazldeen be appointed to the Ambon Sister City Community Committee from 1 September 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act.

D. THAT Mr Greg Nettleton be appointed to the Anchorage Sister City

Community Committee from 1 September 2010 to 30 June 2012 in accordance with the Local Government Act 2008 to Anchorage.

REPORT This report presents an update on the current status of membership for all Sister City Community Committees. This report discusses additional nominations, resignations and a prolonged leave of absence received since the original appointment of the current Committees in June 2010. The discussion also provides comment on Committee engagement techniques. Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee The Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee received only two nominations for the new term July 2010 until June 2012. Despite additional promotion and discussions with past members, these vacancies were unable to be filled. The two Committee members were contacted in August 2010 to determine a suitable time to meet. Members indicated that they had limited available time to meet and would prefer to commence involvement in the Committee in early 2011. The Kalymnos members expressed their own concerns at the lack of members. Since August 2010, two additional nominations for the Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee have been received. Both nominations were from previous members who had missed the nomination deadline. A Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee meeting was called for 9 February 2011, however quorum was unable to be achieved. The Senior Community Development Officer - Liveability continues to progress projects relating to Kalymnos by contacting past Committee members and other key contacts in the Darwin-Greek Community individually and on a needs basis. This has proved to be beneficial in building rapport and establishing networks. Anchorage Sister City Community Committee The Anchorage Sister City Community Committee began the July 2010 to June 2012 term with four community representative members with an additional member applying and being accepted in August 2010. The Anchorage Committee has been unable to achieve quorum since June 2010. As a result a new Chair has not yet been elected. Additionally, the previous Chair of the Committee has had to take an extended leave of absence for personal reasons. In November 2010, another member from the Anchorage Committee resigned. Anchorage is now left with three Community members whom the Senior Community Development Officer - Liveability

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PAGE: 4 REPORT NUMBER: 11C055 HB:kl SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP contacts and meets individually on a needs basis to progress Anchorage related projects. Dili Sister City Community Committee The Dili Sister City Community Committee is active and meets regularly, however do not always achieve quorum at meetings. In late 2010 the Committee received an informal resignation from a member who could no longer attend due to personal reasons. Additionally in late 2010 via the corporate website, a community member expressed interest in filling the recent vacancy on the Dili Committee. This Community member has subsequently attended a Committee meeting and his nomination has been recommended by the Committee. In March 2011, the Dili Committee received another resignation from a Community representative. Haikou Sister City Community Committee There has been no change in membership for the Haikou Sister City Community Committee. Attendance at meetings is relatively good and like the other Committees occasionally does not have quorum. Ambon Sister City Community Committee There has been no change in membership for the Ambon Sister City Community Committee. The Ambon Committee has good rate for meeting attendance. Committee Meeting Cycle The following table outlines the number of meetings for each Committee where quorum was and wasn’t achieved. Table 1: Committee Meetings, quorum Meetings

where quorum was achieved

Meeting where quorum was not achieved

% of meetings where quorum was achieved

Ambon 4 2* 66% Anchorage 0 3 0% Dili 4 2 66% Haikou 4 2 66% Kalymnos 0 1 0% *one meeting was cancelled due to Cyclone Carlos Committees have between 4 and 8 members, and meetings are held at six weekly intervals. Should quorum not be achieved then it is almost 12 weeks before additional project recommendations can be made. This has been overcome by consulting with members out of session to get a general consensus.

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PAGE: 5 REPORT NUMBER: 11C055 HB:kl SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP Engaging with Committee Members Committee members have indicated that email is their preferred contact method. Email has proved to be an effective tool when consulting with members about Committee projects. Rather than waiting until the next meeting, projects can be progressed at a greater rate by circulating information via email and inviting feedback. It is apparent that Committee members want to have input on recommendations, however due to ever increasing individual commitments, attending Committee meetings is not always a priority (on average quorum is achieved at 4 out of 6 meetings). Whilst email has proved to be useful, it is not the ideal online tool for Committee discussions and other contemporary engagement techniques such as skype, chat, online forums and facebook need to be explored to see if their capability matches the needs of the Committees. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: There are no financial implications pertaining to the recommendations from this report. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLICATIONS: The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the Darwin City Council 2008 – 2012 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Strategic Directions: Towards 2020 and Beyond’:- Goal 6 Promote Brand Darwin Outcome 6.2 Promote our Darwin city Key Strategies 6.2.4 Strengthen international relationships through Sister Cities and other activities Goal 7 Demonstrate Effective, Open and Responsible Governance Outcome 7.2 Display strong and effective leadership, within Council and across

Government Key Strategies 7.2.3 Use contemporary community engagement techniques to inform decision

making LEGAL IMPLICATIONS: Appointments are made pursuant to the Local Government Act 2008.

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PAGE: 6 REPORT NUMBER: 11C055 HB:kl SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to the report. PUBLIC RELATIONS IMPLICATIONS: No immediate public relations implications have been identified in respect to this report. COMMUNITY SAFETY IMPLICATIONS: None pertaining to the report. DELEGATION: This matter is for Council consideration. CONSULTATION: Manager Community Development All Sister City Community Committee Members PROPOSED PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS: None pertaining to the report. APPROPRIATE SIGNAGE None pertaining to this report.

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PAGE: 7 REPORT NUMBER: 11C055 HB:kl SUBJECT: SISTER CITY COMMUNITY COMMITTEES MEMBERSHIP RECOMMENDATIONS: THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- A. THAT Report Number 11C0055 HB:kl entitled Sister City Community

Committees Membership, be received and noted. B. THAT Council accept the resignations of Ms Veronica Pereira and Ms Joan

Meredith from the Dili Sister City Community Committee and Mr Greg Nettleton from the Anchorage Sister City Community Committee.

C. THAT Council accept a prolonged leave of absence from Mr Mike Myers, past-

Chair of the Anchorage Sister City Community Committee. D. THAT Council appoint Mr Tony Miadous and Mr Costa Miadous as a

Community representative of the Kalymnos Sister City Community Committee for a two year term, effective to 30 June 2012 in accordance with Section 54 of the Local Government Act 2008.

E. THAT Council appoint Mr Mark Spangler as a Community representative of the

Dili Sister City Community Committee for a two year term, effective to 30 June 2012 in accordance with Section 54 of the Local Government Act 2008.

F. THAT the Senior Community Development Officer – Liveability continues to

take a consultative approach with the Kalymnos and Anchorage Committees who have insufficient membership numbers to achieve quorum.

G. THAT the Sister Cities program continue to investigate contemporary

engagement techniques including web-based tools for use with Sister City Committees.




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11 GENERAL BUSINESS 11.1 Outstanding Items

ITEM NO.

MEETING REQUESTED

MEETING REQUIRED

SUBJECT MATTER

REASON FOR NON-SUBMISSION REMARKS

14.1.22 Ordinary Council Meeting

23/02/10

Not Stated Steve Abala Model Project – Resolution on Status of Project January 2010

Common No. 1378819

This matter lay on the table pending the outcome of the NT Government Cabinet Submission.

Decision No. 20\2473

14.1.7 Ordinary Council Meeting

23/02/10

Not Stated Libraries Bombing of Darwin Collection

Common No. 1732519

B. THAT a further report be prepared on the cost of digitising the Bombing of Darwin collection be presented to Council and that the report include the feasibility of including a library facility in the proposed Cavenagh Street development.

C. THAT a further report be prepared in respect potential partnerships with the NT Government and other parties in respect to highlighting the value of Bombing of Darwin Historical material.

Decision No. 20\2458

COMMITTEE’S DECISION THAT the Committee resolve under delegated authority that information contained in Item 11.1 be received and noted. DECISION NO.20\() (16/05/11)

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