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Email:
buchanartscouncil@yahoo.com.au
Buchan Arts Council Inc.
Post Office, Buchan, 3885
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ABN 96 421 852 867 |
To develop, foster, maintain and provide facilities for all types of artistic expression in the study
and appreciation of artistic expression and all of its forms.
to assist, co-ordinate and promote activities of all forms with similar aims and interests,
wether they be professional or amatuer.
To undertake and promote any theatrical or artistic performance or demonstration, art display,
exposition of handcrafts, exhibition of art and craft subjects or cinematographic exhibitions.
To assist local artists or crafts persons, whether professional or amateur to further their interest in the arts.
Email:
Buchan Arts Council Inc
Grenal Committie Meeting
Every third Monday of the Month at 6.30 p.m
At the Buchan Neighbourhood House
Buchan Arts Council Inc
Annual Grenal Meeting
2008
At the Buchan Neighbourhood House
Committie Members
President Leona Lavell
Vice President Gerry Thurlings
Secretary Evelyn Schmidt
Minute Secretary
Treasurer Judy Gray
Public Officer Richard Baxter
Members
Clint Eastwood
Barry Newton
Clive Norfolk
Keywords: Arts, Crafts, Market, Music, Events, Festivals, Celebrations, Shows, Workshops, YouthCommunity, Entertainment
Buchan Neighbourhood HouseThe Buchan Neighbourhood House is a place where people of all age groups, backgrounds and abilities can meet.
6 Centre Road, Buchan
Phone: 03 5155 9216
Fax: 03 5155 9377
Email: (checked at least weekly)
Description:
Buchan Neighbourhood House
Upcoming Events at Buchan Neighbourhood House
Our staff: 2009
Centre Co-Ordinator: Evelyn Schmidt
Administrative Assistant: Tracey Fall
TAFE and Shire Representative: Sue Dalley
Evelyn Schmidt: Centre Co-Ordinator, main areas of responsibility are to develop and co-ordinate educational, social and employment options for the community at large.
To ensure that ACFE courses are researched, planned, developed, administered and evaluated.
Offer assistance, support or access to resources according to the needs of the community on an individual or group basis.
Budgeting for and management of the centre in liaison with the Administration Officer.
Reporting regularly to both ACFE and Department of Planning and Community Developemnt to meet contractual obligations. Report monthly to the Committee Of Management
Attend and support the East Gippsland Network of Neighbourhood Houses. Liaise with Community groups, Government Departments at Local, State and Federal levels.
Representing organisation at State, Regional and Local network meetings and information sessions.
Development and coordination of arts and cultural activities and encourage enterprise development for local artists.
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2009: Term 3
2009: Term 4 1/2
2009: Term 4 2/2
On a daily basis support individuals, organisations and the community.
Tracey Fall - Administration Officer assists with the day to day running of the centre’s facilities and services including the bookkeeping and the financial operations of the organisation.
Buchan District Outreach Inc.
A14882S
ABN 82 647 614 871
Buchan Neighbourhood House
Committee Management:
Chairperson: Suzanne Davies
Vice Chairperson: Doug Stephenson
Treasurer: Judy Gray
Secretary: Rhonda Coates
Public Officer: Rhonda Coates
Committee Members:
Zillah Norfolk
Dick Baxter
Ian Gray
Committee of Management
Meeting date: Second Tuesday of the month
Time: 10 am
At the Buchan Neighbourhood House
Buchan Neighbourhood House Blog Click Here
Community Links:
 East Gippsland Shire Council
Community Fire Information:
 Country Fire Authority
 Department of Sustainability and Environment
 Vic Roads
Fire Information for Buchan
Last Updated: 15th April 2010 at 03:56pm
Fire Restrictions: Currently no restrictions on fires
Local Information:
Nothing Reported
A volunteer committee and paid staff manage the Neighbourhood House
and collectively provide many opportunities for locals to utilise.
The varied services include:
Computer Use, Email & Internet
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| 20c per page |
- Colour Printing Available
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- Student and Pensioner rates for Computer/Internet at half cost
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| $10 No CD-Rom containing Copyright material will be copied |
Meeting/Conference Rooms>
- We have three rooms available for meetings, workshops, classes and courses at a reasonable rate.
Referral Service
- Need help and don't know where to turn? Staff can refer you to people or organizations that can assist.
Fax
- You can send or collect your fax from the Resource Centre. $2.00 per page.
- Centrelink forms $1.20 per page. (Includes one photocopy which is required)
Photocopying
- All sizes up to A3. The copier can enlarge and reduce from the original size. Costs vary.
- Only paper purchashed by the Neighbourhood House can be used in the photocopier.
- Reams of paper can be purchased from the Neighbourhood House at $7.50 each.
Basic Educational Assistance
- Free, confidential one-on-one tutoring is available for people who experience difficulty with reading, writing or math’s.
Educational Pathways
- Neighbourhood House and TAFE staff can advise you on educational choices to further your life-long learning.
Library
- We have a free lending library of reference books.
- Huge range of children's videos for hire.
Book Exchange
- We have a wide range of books for a suggested donation of 50c. If you have books you no longer need, please consider bringing them into the Centre so others can enjoy them also. We also pass on books to Aged Care Facilities in Bairnsdale and Lakes Entrance.
Lap Tops
- We have 2 lap tops that can be hired for educational or community use.
Data Projectors
- We have 2 data projectors for hire for educational or community use.
There are also lots of opportunities for volunteers to participate in activities and management.
Webpage designed by Vaughan George
Last updated 15th April, 2010
Keywords: Buchan, East Gippsland Shire, Computer Use, Meeting/Conference, Photocopying, Fax, Laminating, Educational Pathways, Library, Support Services, E G TAFE, Community News, Neighbourhood House, Drop In Centre, Community Education, Public Internet Access
Buchan TownshipBuchan is the gateway to the Snowy River and home to the wondrous Buchan Caves
6 Centre Road, Buchan, Victoria, Australia 3885, Buchan
Phone: (03) 5155 9216
Email: (checked at least weekly)
Description: Take a while to look around and check out all there is to see at Buchan and surrounding areas.
Things To See
- Avenue of Honour in the grounds of the former Buchan South Public School (8km south of Buchan - follow signs).
- Historic Suggan Buggan school house
- McKillops Bridge
- Little River Gorge - deepest in Victoria (305 metres deep)
- Little River Falls
- Mt.McLeod Fire Tower - a good 360 view, above a canopy of tree tops
- Visit Junction of Buchan & Snowy Rivers (35 mins drive)
- Beautiful Tara Range
- Unusual Murrindal Bridge -only existing wooden bridge of its style
- The Buff and Sunny Point
- Numerous waterfalls
Things To Do
- Take a 4WD tour of the High Country & marvel at the panoramic views
- Go bushwalking and fishing
- Experience the beautiful Apline & Snowy River National Parks
- Take a tour through the spectacular Buchan Caves
- Saddle up, take a trail ride
- Rafting on the Snowy River
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the picturesque Buchan Caves Reserve.
- Go adventure caving with guides.
- Drive the Tourist Drive (5) - Snowy River - Forest'. 96Km (Half day- full day ) starts at P.O.
- Cycle the Howitt Bicycle Trail
- Play a round of golf
- Join friends for cycling or swimming in our stream fed pool within Buchan Caves Reserve or in the river.
- Enjoy tennis (court hire) in summer
- Self Guided Historical Walking Tours of the Township
Activities
- Snowy River Expeditions - Rafting.
- Snowy Mountain Rider Tours - Horseriding.
- Caves Tours - Buchan Caves Reserve.
- Golf Course - 9 hole - Canni Creek.
- Fishing - Timbarra, Upper Buchan River, Little River, Snowy River.
- Wild Caving.
Distance from Buchan to:
- Bairnsdale 78km/1hr
- Lakes Entrance 58km/45mins
- Orbost 55km/1hr
- Jindabyne 173km/3hrs
- McKillops Bridge 85km/1.5hrs
- Melbourne 360km/4hrs
Service: Buchan
- Police
- S.E.S.
- C.F.A.
- Bush Nursing Centres: Buchan & Gelantipy
- Post Office Commonwealth Bank Agency
Eateries
- Buchan Valley Roadhouse - Takeway
- Buchan Caves Hotel
- Buchan Main Street Cafe
Shops and Gallery Trail
- 'Molly Plains' Studio Gallery Heather Livingstone (by Appointment) PH: (03) 5155 9322
- Buchan Valley Roadhouse
- Buchan General Store
- Buchan Post Office
- Black Marble Hut
- Buchan Caves Reserve
- Buchan Gallery Inc
- Buchan Main Street Cafe
Fuel
- Buchan Valley Roadhouse
- Karoonda Park - Gelantipy
Parks Victoria
School
- Buchan Primary School
- Buchan Kindergarten
TAFE Outreach Centre & Resource Centre
- Neighbourhood House
- Shire Outreach
Churches
- Catholic
- Uniting
- Anglican
(Services on a roster)
Feight Companies
Accommodation in Buchan
Keywords: Buchan Caves, Buchan Gallery, Buchan Market, Buchan Music, Buchan Art, Buchan Shows, Avenue Of Honour, Buchan South
Living LibraryThe Living Library is a collection of images of the Buchan District.
Main Street, Buchan
Phone: 03 5155 9395
Description:
Living Library.
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In 1996 the Living Library was proposed at the Buchan and District Community Advancement Forum as a high priority project for Buchan. |
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Registered on behalf of the Forum by Steve Baxter the project has evolved as an accurate history/heritage records project and also covers many other factors. |
Link to Avenue of Honour website www.mc2.vicnet.net.au/home/limoges/web/index.html
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Wanted – Buchan and Gelantipy News.
Printed on the second Monday of every month, in the Bairnsdale Advertiser, Articles can be left at the Neighbourhood House the previous week. We also need photos – poems, reports of events, in general what goes on in our district, any thing of interest to show case where we live. Contact can also be made with Leona 51559395 or the Buchan Post Office or Email direct to editorial@eastvicmedia.com.au. |
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Keywords: Buchan News Bulletin, Oral History, Buchan South, Letters, Diaries, Original Stations/Runs, Historial Homesteads, Heritage Buildings, Unique Bridges, Publications, Country Schools, Memorial, Buchan Maps, Avenue Of Honour
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