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Cave Camp 2012 - SU Camps - SU Qld

2012-02-20T14:15:00.000+10:00

Cave Camp 2012 - SU Camps - SU Qld

"Cave Camp is the funnest, most challenging camp on the SU Calendar - imagine camping in the bush, having a creek for a bath and exploring hidden wonders under the ground. We also do abseiling, obstacle courses, orienteering and lots more. All that and we still find time to answer life's big questions and talk about God and us. Come and join us at Chillagoe in 2012! "(from SU Website)

Turn On The Tap - Water Facts

2012-02-15T08:38:00.000+10:00

Turn On The Tap - Water Facts

Disease
1.8 million people die every year from diarrhoeal diseases (including cholera) caused by unclean water and poor sanitation; 90% are children under 5, mostly in developing countries.

1 That is one child every 20 seconds.Most illnesses in developing countries are water-related.
2 Water-related disease is the second biggest killer of children worldwide, after acute respiratory infections like tuberculosis.
3 SanitationDespite increases in coverage, more than 2.5 billion people remain without improved sanitation. Almost 1.8 billion of them - 70 per cent - live in Asia; 22 per cent of them, more than half a billion people, live in sub-Saharan Africa.
4 Access to water884 million people in the world do not have access to safe water (roughly one out of every eight people in the world).
5 In Australia, the average person uses 282 litres of water every day
6. The average New Zealander uses about 160 litres per day
7. The average person in the developing world uses 10 litres of water every day; the same amount of water we use every time we flush the toilet.
8 The average distance that women in Africa and Asia walk to collect water is 6 km.
9 The weight of water that women in Africa and Asia carry on their heads is commonly 20kg10, the same as the average airport luggage allowance.

More....

Grants - CBF

2012-02-10T07:37:00.000+10:00

CBF - The Community Broadcasting Foundation - has grant opportunities open to the Community Broadcasting Sector. Have you checked out what's available?

In the Community Broadcasting Sector so much hard work is often done by lots of volunteers and very few paid staff. That's where these grant opportunities become very valuable. However, you don't just get a grant - you have to apply. And be aware, online applications are becoming the accepted way to submit. You will need some basic computer skills, or ask someone to help you.

Some ideas to help:

look through the current grant opporunities - what could your Community Media group achieve if a grant was applied for?
Read, Read, Read through all the paperwork and make sure you understand what the grant if for, how much and what you need to submit
Phone CBF and talk to one of the team about your proposed project - they are very friendly and helpful.
Make sure you have all invoices, and paperwork ready when you go to submit application
Get your application in by deadline

Some of the grant available at CBF:

General Grants

<>General Grants - StationFriday 16 March 2012

<>General Grants - Content DevelopmentFriday 16 March 2012

<>General Grants - Sustainability and DevelopmentFriday 16 March 2012

Transmission Grants

<>Transmission Support Grants - EquipmentFriday 16 March 2012

<>Transmission Support Grants - Operational SubsidyFriday 16 March 2012

<>Transmission Support Grants - Special ProjectsFriday 16 March 2012

www.cbf.com.au

Rally for life 2012

2012-01-27T12:40:00.000+10:00

Rally for Life 2012
When: Saturday 11th February 2012
1.15pm Roby Curtis & Band
2.00 pm The main Rally for Life event

Where: Queens Park, Cnr William, Elizabeth & George Streets, Brisbane CBD
What to Bring: Your friends, relatives & children, hat water, sunscreen, chair, rug umbrella & donation

Keynote speaker: Brishop Geoffrey Jarrett, Apostolic Administrator Brisbane Archdiocese. For more information on this even visit www.rallyforlife.com.au

Expected time to finish is 4 pm. Only official placards allowed.

2012 National Day of Prayer & Fasting

2012-01-21T14:10:00.003+10:00

For more information on the 2012 National Day of Prayer & Fasting, media and resources go to: http://www.nationaldayofprayer.com.au

TeamWork!

2012-01-15T20:15:00.000+10:00

Team Work requires:

Commitment (you have to choose to be a part of the team)
honesty (be truthful but NOT rude and hurtful)
humility (think about others before yourself - build bridges that help the whole team to be a part of the group/project)
courtesy (respect each others differences, consider others feelings and be patient with those who irritate you)
confidentiality (when required)
frequency - you have to get together to work on project/plan/building group

Enjoy making a difference - together!
Sally

Life doesn't always go the way you want...

2012-01-10T06:34:00.000+10:00

Life doesn't always go the way you want - usually life veers in a different direction to what we think or want to happen.

In Christian Media as in any media the same happens. It's not IF but WHEN it happens. We can view this in two ways:

When Life throws you an adventure - take it!

I can't deal with this happening

What an opporunity to share with others

Regardless of where you stand socially, spirituality, politically, in your work etc HOW you choose to view life will have a positive or negative effect on your outlook. Life isn't always going to go the way you would like - that's what makes life an adventure.
The challenge is to enjoy the experience and learn as you journey.

Enjoy life - live to make a difference!

A New Year of Possibilities

2012-01-02T16:30:00.001+10:00

2012 A New year of possibilities. A New Year of Opportunity. A New Year for Christian Media to impact the community in which we broadcast, print or socialise. We may update our web sites, change our logos, reword our on air promo's, but what doesn't change is that people need to hear that God loves them and Jesus Christ died to set them free.

A New Year of working together - a team of people who work in various media organisations and yet our common bond is broadcasting the life changing message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

¹⁴ How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? ¹⁵ And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”^{Romans 10:14-15}

In our world where there is so much bad news, let's continue to broadcast the positive message of hope in 2012!

Enjoy life - be different! You were born for this time...

Be Careful what you give this Christmas

2011-12-15T12:58:00.001+10:00

When thinking of what to give people as presents - be careful of what you choose. It seems that our society is truly losing all sense. I am saddened to think where we will be in just a couple of years unless we stand up for what we believe. Australians need to stand up for our way of life - camping out, boiling the billy, 4WDing out bush and now .....well read this and make your own mind up.....Click Here

Our freedom - to express who we are is being slowley erroded away. The principles and foundations such as marriage (between and man and a woman for life), the family and freedom of expressing our faith are all being slowley taken away. And for who? Minority groups. Does the average Australian even really understand what is happening or do we really no longer care as Australians what happens to our great nation?

If we're going to make a difference then it starts with us - the average, ordinary, Australian!
Sally

The Future of Radio

2011-12-01T11:03:00.000+10:00

Interesting...

Excerpt from: www.cbaa.org.au

The future of radio, where do you see it going?
With the constant advancement of technology and the incredible rise of social media, the format of which we experience radio is changing. Are you ready for it?
Radio today is completely different to 15 years ago, even 10 years ago.
The rise of social media, online networking and new technologies has allowed individuals to create and piece together their own content sparking a revolution in broadcasting...

Courageous

2011-11-23T10:09:00.000+10:00

2011 Atherton Tablelands Carols by Candlelight Event

2011-11-22T06:39:00.000+10:00

Stand For Marriage Rally

2011-11-19T20:29:00.001+10:00

Stand For Marriage Rally
10AM DECEMBER 3, 2011 MARTIN PLACE, SYDNEY

Family and Marriage groups are calling for Australian citizens to make a stand for marriage. We invite you to join us at 10am, Martin Place, Sydney CBD, on 3 December 2011 and reject the proposed redefinition of marriage.

Gerard Calilhanna, National Marriage Coalition said, "The Labor Party is holding its National Conference in Sydney, 2-4 December 2011. The Labor Party policy on marriage will be debated and decided on at this conference. It is imperative that the conference delegates do not vote to change the party's position on marriage, either by formally supporting homosexual 'marriage' or permitting a conscience vote. The Labor Party must stand firm on this issue to reinforce the importance of traditional marriage for families and the common good of our nation. To do otherwise will permanently alienate traditional voters from Labor's heartland."

Mary-Louise Fowler of the Australian Family Association said, "Come to the Stand4Marriage rally wearing ruby and gold colours. If you haven't got ruby and gold, wear red and yellow. Join civic, church and pro-family leaders at 10.00am in Martin Place, Sydney on 3rd December 2011 to show our support for politicians who are standing firm on marriage. You are also encouraged to wear a Marriage Rosette which is the symbol of the love found in natural marriage. It is this love that produces our children and it is this love that we must protect and preserve. These Marriage Rosettes will be available on the day but can be purchased in bulk from the Australian Family Association www.family.org.au ".

Graeme Mitchell, Family Voice Australia said, "The Marriage Act states that marriage means 'The union of a man and a woman to the exclusion of all others voluntarily entered into for life'. Marriage is fundamental to stable families and communities. Family Voice is supporting the Stand4Marriage Rally at Martin Place on 3 December 2011. We call on all people of goodwill to do the same."

Warwick Marsh, Dads4Kids Fatherhood Foundation, said, "Marriage is the best way to protect our children's biological birthright to a mother and a father. We call on the praying people of Australia to support the Stand4Marriage Rally through concerted prayer. It is only prayer, soaked in love that will make the difference. As St Augustine said, "Pray as if everything depended on God and work as if everything depended on you."

Peter Madden from Heal Our Land Ministries said, "On the same Saturday of the Stand4Marriage Rally the ALP will debate the homosexual marriage issue at the Sydney Convention Centre in Darling Harbour, Sydney. We must send a clear message of support to those politicians who have not lost their moral compass and who will oppose the push to redefine marriage."

Please join us as we partner with the National Marriage Coalition, Australian Family Association, Family Voice Australia, Dads4Kids Fatherhood Foundation, Heal Our Land Ministries and many other pro-family organisations and church and community leaders in making a stand for marriage. Together we can make a difference. Download your flyers at the website: www.stand4marriage.org.au

Recording CSA's

2011-11-14T20:13:00.000+10:00

Phew! Have been so busy recording CSA's. There is so much information available if you just ask. Well I don't even always ask anymore and the information keeps coming in. The wonderful thing about this is that local Community radio stations can assist their listeners with up-to-date information.

If you don't know what's going on in your local community take the time to:

listen to your local community radio station
join a community group
visit your local library or information centre

If you have the responsibility to oversee Community Service Announcements for your local community radio, talk to your local council, information centres and community groups. So many Not for Profit groups aren't aware of how their community radio station can assist them in promoting their FREE community events. They will thank you for taking the trouble to ask them "How can we help you?"

Young People can be involved in Media too!

2011-11-01T10:59:00.000+10:00

It is so encouraging when you hear young people being involved in media. Media extends across radio, TV, Social Media and Print. I believe it is so important that our young people have the opportunity to share their voice as well.

Click Here to hear some young people sharing their cyclone experiences.

Creation Ministries Spots

2011-10-24T16:29:00.000+10:00

Radio Spots free for you to download - click here From Creation Ministries. Very interesting topics and a great way to provide reflection on what we are influenced to believe.

Do you ever wonder...about Radio in Australia?

2011-10-23T21:03:00.000+10:00

Do you ever wonder about Radio in Australia?

Excerpt from "Radio in Australia":Wireless telegraphy was first commercialised by the Italian Guillermo Marconi. He patented the process and introduced systems that allowed the transmission of morse code (telegraphy) over the airwaves (wireless)."...

Click Here to read further...

Recording a CSA

2011-10-09T22:09:00.000+10:00

Recording a CSA (Community Service Announcement):

write down clearly what you are going to say including spelling out dates and hard-to-prounce words
write in "conversational"style - as if you were speaking to a friend
practice what you have written by speaking it out loud - how does it sound, have you covered the main information, does it meet the time criteria (e.g. 30 secs)
book in time to record in studio
follow proceedure in studio to make sure equipment is working and audio levels are set correctly
record csa and then listen back as a means to check - how does it sound, are words spoken correctly, have you spoken too fast/too slow?
once you have made corrections/notations on written sheet then record and edit (and save!) CSA

Be aware that each broadcasting centre will have proceedures in place, so make sure you are familiar with these. Finally, don't be afraid to ask for help or feedback from those who work with you.
Sally

God Gave Me A Microphone

2011-10-04T17:04:00.000+10:00

Recently saw a book entitled "God Gave Me A Microphone"by Rev Vernon Turner. Interesting.
Click Here to read more about him.

He played a vital role in Australia's first FM Christian Station. You can read more here...

"Behold, a Christian broadcaster went on the air, and when he broadcast many radio sets were not tuned in, and so a number of people did not hear what he was saying. And when he broadcast, the listeners were doing variojs things as well as listening - mending clothes, reading a newspaper, driving a car, playing with the children - and they heard hardly any of the words he spoke. And some of the listeners liked the words spoken by the Chrisitan broadcaster; but old habits were strong, and soon choked any wish to lead a new and better life.
But some of the radio listeners heard gladly the broadcast of the Good News of Christ, and their neighbours could see the difference in the way they lived.
Who hath ears to hear, let him hear!"
(Rev V Turner, 1917 - 2006)

Out & About

2011-09-26T14:55:00.000+10:00

O'Brien's Creek Camp @ Mt Surprise

We've just returned from a few days out west. Well a little out west. As we travelled through places like Mt Garnet, Mt Surprise, Georgetown, Forsayth and Einsleigh. I reflected on what I take for granted. Hot water. Supermarkets, Chemist shops! Cool breezes. Christian radio and media services. Weekly Church services.

Lizard @ O'Brien's Creek Camp

I am always encouraged by the resilience of those who live in the bush. The commitment, hard work and dedication to living off the land and for those whose services and businesses support these towns should never be underestimated. These people just like us need to be encouraged. They need life lines of hope. They need to know they are appreciated and valued.

Stock being mustered @ Mt Surprise

I was missing listening to Chrsitian Radio as so many of the towns we visited don't yet have a Chrisitan Radio service in their local areas. Please pray and uphold those who live in our more remote parts of Australia... any be thankful you don't have to collect firewood daily to fire up the "donkey"for hot water or start a generator, or drive 2-3 hours to the nearest major town.

I am thankful to God for placing me where I am...

Check back to www.sallyirvine.com as I will be adding photos from our recent trip.

Adrian Plass

2011-09-14T13:45:00.000+10:00

When I heard Sheridan Voysey's "One hilarious Chat with Adrian Plass" it brought back memories of reading books such as:

The sacred diary of Adrian Plass aged 37 1/2
You Say Tomato
The Growing Up Pains of Adrian Plass
The sacred Diaries of Andromeda

Why do we forget to laugh - at ourselves and with others and with God?

Why not listen to Sheridan's conversation with Adrian Plass - it will bring a smile to your day!

Red Frogs Free Skate Park & BMX Skills Development Sport and Recreation Active Inclusion Program

2011-09-13T10:06:00.000+10:00

Vist www.trc.qld.gov.au for more information

Great8Lives

2011-09-13T08:31:00.002+10:00

Great8Lives

I encourage you to check out http://www.great8lives.com where people who need to find information and weblinks for Disability/Family/Carer related services can access via this website.

One of our locals has spent many hours of her time putting this site together drawing from her years of experience within the industry. Sometimes having a starting point is all that's needed for people to gain access to services that will assist them and those they care.

Enjoy life.

Southern Tablelands Billy Cart Titles & Gravity Races

2011-09-11T16:39:00.001+10:00

The 2011 Southern Tablelands Billy Cart Titles and Gravity Races are almost here. 18th September 2011 at English Road, Malanda will see people of all ages racing their billy carts to see who is the fastest. It's a great family-friendly day that everyone can enjoy.

All my kids are racing and my husband. Me? No I'm the support team - you know the drinks, the spare parts, tools, chairs, bandaids and food :-) 'Hey...it's an important job!

Hope to see you there. Will post more information in the coming days. Come join the fun!

Video on Youtube

92.3FM Supporter Nights 2011

2011-09-07T12:28:00.001+10:00