MNC Event Network

Thanks again

2006-11-08T11:32:00.000+11:00

Thanks to everyone who participated in the Mid North Coast Event Network Project. A copy of the final report is available HERE Please forward any comments, suggestions, input to kgrace@evolvenetwork.com.au or post a comment below.

Best wishes,
Kerry

Project completion

2006-08-25T21:09:00.000+10:00

Just to let you know the initial research component of the Mid North Coast Event Network project now draws to a close. My sincere thanks to everyone for your generous contributions, support and encouragement throughout the project. Please continue to contact me regarding both the project and your events and remember to check in at the blog for updates and more networking opportunities in the near future.

The outcomes of the project are expected to be available towards the end of September, 2006 also please contact me should you have any questions regarding this.

Many thanks again,
Kerry
kgrace@evolvenetwork.com.au

Online Forum

2006-07-20T22:33:00.000+10:00

Did you miss the recent MNC Event Network Forums? Now you have the chance to contribute online at our new ONLINE FORUM.

For help getting started please refer to the HELP SHEET

Bellingen Forum 14 July

2006-07-08T20:59:00.000+10:00

Don't miss the Bellingen MNC Event Network Forum on Friday 14 July. Guest speakers include Jenny Oloman & Courtney Tune Coffs Harbour City Council Economic Development Unit, Malcolm McLeod Cultural Development Officer Coffs City Council, Rob Cleary Coffs Coast Marketing, Ray Ellington Celtic Thunder.

You'll also have the opportunity to network with your industry peers and learn more about events throughout the region. All this while contributing to the development of a formal Mid North Coast Events Network.

There is no charge AND catering is provided. RSVP essential either e-mail or phone Evolve Network Australia on 65648843.

Wauchope Forum

2006-07-08T20:57:00.000+10:00

Thanks again to everyone who contributed to the Wauchope Forum on Thursday 6 July.

The event was very productive and findings will be posted in the near future.

Any comments are welcome below (just click the 'Comments' button to respond).

Tiona workshops

2006-06-21T20:11:00.000+10:00

Well, there's good news & bad news. The bad is that we have canceled the Saturday Forum due to lack of numbers. The GOOD news is that the Friday workshop boasts record numbers - a fantastic educational & networking opportunity for event managers throughout the region.

Other upcoming Forums include:
Wauchope 6 July
Bellingen 14 July

All event managers are encouraged to attend - Forums are free & a great way to learn more about events in your area while meeting people in your industry...

2 days of event education & networking

2006-05-25T14:35:00.000+10:00

In partnership with Regional Arts Australia, the Regional Arts Fund and Great Lakes Council the Mid North Coast Event Network is pleased to offer two days of event education and networking in Tiona on 23 & 24 June 2006.

The program
Friday 23 June:
Creative Volunteering - No Limits Nationally accredited event management training Plan & Program events:
The workshop covers the key elements of planning and programming events. Topics include generating concepts for and designing an event, event planning tools, event budgeting and scheduling, programming activities and identifying risk management strategies.
Cost $25 includes workbook. More info HERE

Saturday 24 June:
Mid North Coast Event Network forum:
Learn more about events throughout the Mid North Coast, express your support needs as an event manager, contribute to the development of a formal Mid North Coast Events Network, meet other event managers, network with various local government, tourism, economic, media and arts representatives, learn more about how your event contributes to the local community, discuss options for further funding and gather resources.
no cost

The venue & other info:
Tiona Sundowner Tourist Park conference centre.
* Cost effective accommodation is available onsite.
* Lunch is provided both days
* Both days will run from 10am-4pm

Bookings:
to RSVP for one or both events please contact Kerry Grace at Evolve Network Australia on 02-65648843 or kgrace@evolvenetwork.com.au RSVP IS ESSENTIAL

Event Network Launches

2006-05-12T07:16:00.000+10:00

The Mid North Coast Event Network project officially launched on Thursday 11 May at the Maul and Wedge function centre, Timbertown Wauchope.

Your response to the project has been really encouraging and we look forward to the upcoming Forums throughout the region.

The launch was attended by John Allen of UTS who provided a very valuable tutorial regarding collaborative marketing and event development. We also learned more about Tourism NSW Regional Flagship Events Program. For further information please visit Tourism NSW and remember to contact Brian Stokes at North Coast Tourism to discuss your application before it is submitted.

Thanks to everyone who travelled to attend the launch, to John Allen, to the Maul & Wedge and also our stakeholders Tourism NSW, North Coast Tourism, the Department of State and Regional Development and Arts Mid North Coast.

Copies of all presentations will be available online very soon, so stay tuned. Remember, to discuss the project please contact Kerry Grace either via e-mail kgrace@evolvenetwork.com.au or phone 65648843. Many thanks

MNC Event Network launch

2006-04-19T12:00:00.000+10:00

Event Managers throughout the region (Coffs Harbour - Port Stephens) are encouraged to attend the official launch of the Mid North Coast Event Network project.

The launch will be held in Timbertown (Wauchope) on Thursday 11 May. The event will also include a presentation by guest speaker John Allen of UTS who will discuss Tourism NSW's Regional Flagship Events Funding program.

The official launch will be hosted between 9.30am-11.00am. Following the launch event managers are invited to stay for a free event tutorial with John Allen (11.15-1.00pm)

For further information or to RSVP please contact Evolve Network on 65648843 or kgrace@evolvenetwork.com.au

MNC Event Network

2006-03-15T14:04:00.000+11:00

Are you involved in an event that is hosted in the Mid North Coast? We'd like to know more about your event. Please e-mail the project coordinator HERE