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 Double Helix holiday programs CSIRO's Double Helix Science Club in New South Wales offers a range of hands-on science programs run during the school holidays that are sure to make learning a fun and memorable experience. At various locations. Up to Age 14 years. http://www.csiro.au/events/NSW-Holidays.html   Metro Screen Workshop Movie Special for ME TV! Produce a short film, a Making Of Documentary, a theatrical trailer and a ME Links online web episode. Day 1: Brainstorming ideas, scripting, planning & Shooting the Making Of. Day 2: Green Screen Studio/Interior/Exterior shoot. Day 3: Editing using Final Cut Pro followed by uploading to You Tube. Tutor: Michael Chrisoulakis short suspense film, Interchange has screened at many festivals worldwide and received awards including; Short Film Winner at both the Telluride Indie Fest and Key West Indie Fest, Best Film at the Eyescream Halloween Film Festival, Best Thriller at the International Festival of Cinema and Technology. Michael also received the Great Expectations award at the Sour Grapes Film Festival. Michael has tutored many of our Young Filmmaker Workshops and is a firm favourite with the participants. Participants receive a Certificate of Completion. Content to be screened at annual end of year screening at the Chauvel Cinema, Paddington. For 1116r olds. Wed, Thur, Fri. 10am 5pm [2 x 30min breaks] 22/04 24/04 $295. For further information please call Metro Screen on 02 9356 1818 http://www.metroscreen.org.au/AnnouncementRetrieve.aspx?ID=20262
 Step to the Future Forums Step to the Future aims to provide young Australians with positive role models, motivation and the opportunity to share the life experiences of a diverse group of individuals, representing business, politics, entertainment, sport and the general community. Young people have the opportunity and are encouraged to ask speakers questions during the forum and may have the opportunity to meet the speakers. A Step to the Future forum is an exciting, dynamic day with students pumped up from listening and interacting with high-profile speakers who share their amazing life experiences. Upcoming Forums: Armidale 29 May Sydney (Jnr) 3 Jun Sydney (Snr) 4 Jun Taree 16 Jun Central Coast (Jnr) 18 Jun Central Coast (Snr) 19 Jun Melbourne (Jnr) 27 Jul Melbourne (Snr) 28 Jul www.steptothefuture.com  Canberra Institute of Technology Girls Only Try-a-Trade in May On Thursday 7 May CIT will give girls the opportunity to gain hands on experience in a variety of trades. From 9:30am - 2:00pm at the Fyshwick Campus (cnr Canberra Ave & Mildura St), girls can try out plumbing, electrical, electronics, refrigeration and air-conditioning, automotive, metal fabrication and fitting and machining, plastering, horticulture, tiling, carpentry and painting and decorating. Morning tea and lunch will be provided on the day. Girls interested in attending should contact Fyshwick Student Services Hub on 02 6207 3800 or email shirley.menegazzo@cit.act.edu.au to RSVP. Teachers are also welcome to contact the numbers above for group bookings.  Free Painting and Decorating course at Ultimo TAFE College The course is a nine week full-time program, during which students will complete the first year in Certificate III Painting and Decorating Trade Course. Information session on Thursday 9 April 2009 at 10am. Where: Ultimo TAFE College, Building U, Level 4, 622 -632 Harris Street, Ultimo When: Course starts: Monday 27 April 2009 at 8am Course finishes: Friday 26 June 2009 Cost: No enrolment fees you need to be a Job Seeker to be eligible for this program. Students notes and materials are provided. Contact during work hours: Adam Lucas 9217 3613 or Monica Lloyd 9217 3616  Hunter Valley Hotel Academy Dual Qualification - Hotel & Event Management The Hunter Valley Hotel Academy Operates
Graduates receive a dual qualification of Advanced Diploma in Hospitality and Diploma of Events (2 years fulltime) with articulation arrangements toward a Bachelor of Hospitality Management with an additional one year. The program is flexible and includes wokshops, interactive technology, work placement and recognition for your current skills. Further information: 0439 624 877 or visit: http://www.hunter.tafensw.edu.au/industry/food_bev/Pages/HunterValleyHotelSchool.aspx  University of Canberra Campus Tours If you are a prospective student, new to the University, an existing staff or student member, or a member of the general public, and you would like to learn more about the campus, you can take a free campus tour. Campus tours are available throughout the year on Wednesdays at 10:30am except on ACT public holidays or during the Christmas break. Each tour includes: A history of the University, including Stonefest The electronic law court, or 'e-court' Our new Allied Health facility Computer labs Student facilities, including library, bar and shops. Tours last for approximately 45 minutes, and can include special interest areas if desired. For further information, please call Anna Wallace on 6201 5314 or email marketing@canberra.edu.au Bookings are essential. http://www.canberra.edu.au/university/more/campus-tours  Open Day at ANU Open Day 2009 - 29 August, 9am to 4pm Open Day at ANU will help you discover all our campus has to offer, with advice on courses, enrolment and university life, from Arts to Zoology. Take a tour, or chat to the researchers and students who will be on hand to offer tips and advice. This year, visitors will converge on the ANU Sport and Recreation Centre, where representatives from every teaching area will be based, providing detailed course advice and ideas for study options for undergraduates and postgraduates. During the day visitors will be able to attend talks on how to prepare for life at university; career options; mature age entry and programs. There will even be a special session for parents. Open Day provides an opportunity to observe the unique, research-driven environment at Australias top-ranked university. The campus offers world-class facilities, including the most powerful computer in Australia, modern laboratories and lecture theatres and two million volumes lining the shelves of several libraries. You can also explore your accommodation options by touring the halls and colleges. No snapshot of ANU would be complete without a briefing on the comprehensive support services and social side of life at ANU, including the medical centre, counseling, banks, restaurants and sporting facilities. http://info.anu.edu.au/studyat/Student_Recruitment/openday  University of Wollongong Options Day 2010 Date: Monday, 4 January 2010 Time: 9am to 4pm Campus: Wollongong Venue: University Hall The event provides an opportunity for prospective students to speak to faculty staff, Wollongong University College and TAFE staff about their options and gain course information before the close of preferences. http://www.uow.edu.au  Macquarie University Railway station The Macquarie University Railway station was officially opened on Monday 23 February 2009 by the Transport Minister, the Hon. David Campbell. The new underground passenger rail service links the Northern line at Epping with the North Shore line at Chatswood via North Ryde, providing direct access for the first time to the growing employment and educational corridor of North Ryde / Macquarie Park.  Electricity Supply Industry Field Days Update EnergyAustralia has opened the event to schools interested in providing their Year 9, 10 and 11 students taking Science, Maths or Technical related subjects with an insight into the electrical distribution industry on 6,7 May. Why School Students Should Attend? Opportunity to learn about energy efficiency; Develop an understanding about energy and its environmental impacts; Exposure to the electricity supply industry; Free safety education; Hands-on-experience to an electrical career Apprenticeships, Cadetships, Traineeships and more! There has been a great response from schools and the 7th May has been filled but there are still places available for the 6th May. Please visit www.fielddayswithenergy.com.au then download and complete the form in our For Schools section.  UNE Events Science & Engineering Challenge Day - 1 April 2009 HSC Booster Days - 15, 16 May 2009 Year 11 and 12 students from regional high schools are invited to attend one or both days of the HSC Booster activities to be held at UNE. Activities include Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Agriculture, Engineering and Mathematics. Indigenous Teaching Education Experience Day. UNE helping to close the gap for Indigenous teachers  Griffith University Come along to our Experience Days and see what it is really like to be a uni student for a day. The semester 1, 2009 program will be held from 18 - 22 May. http://www.griffith.edu.au/guidance-officers-teachers/events-and-activities/experience-days The new Bachelor of Asian Business with Honours focuses on Business Management. www.griffith.edu.au/business/asian-studies Nursing students can effectively complete their degree in two and a half years rather than three years, and enter the workforce earlier as a registered nurse. For more information, visit www.griffith.edu.au/health/school-nursing-midwifery Griffith Uni will be offering a complete architecture qualification from 2010 at their Gold Coast campus. www.griffith.edu.au/environment-planning-architecture/architecture 
Upcoming dates for your diary: For more information on any of these visit our website www.whitehouse-design.edu.au  UNIVERSITY OF TASMANIA NEW DEGREE PROGRAMS Sun 16 August Uni Open Day (Launceston)  Bond University OPEN DAY 23 Aug 2009 10:00am - 3:00pm Register: http://enews.bond.edu.au/link/id/f6a032b34944f523a091P/page.html?evuid=e6237eb64fc289bf3a39  UWS Mid-Year Entry Information Evening Thinking about University study? You may have recently left school, been travelling, studying or working and are now considering your University study options. The UWS Mid-Year Entry Information Evening will provide you with all the information you require to get a 6 month head start on your degree this year. Speak with university staff and current students to find out about: The Benefits of Mid-Year Entry Courses and Career Options Pathways to UWS Scholarships Admissions, Fees and Entry Options Student Support Services Uni Life When: Monday 18th May, 6pm to 8pm Where: Building EE, Parramatta Campus Registrations are essential.To register or find out more, please contact us on 1800 897 669 or email study@uws.edu.au  Career Fact Sheets If you are interested in a career in one of the following industries, click on the links below. http://www.ibsa.org.au/content/careers/index.html  QIBT University Foundation Studies QIBT is located on Griffith University Mt Gravatt Campus. QIBT offers a university foundation program, which provides a bridge between secondary school and undergraduate studies. The Certificate IV in University Foundation Studies (the Griffith University foundation program) is designed to adequately prepare you for entry to university level programs in the Commerce, Design, Information Technology, Hotel Management, Engineering, Health, Science, Arts and Education fields. The Certificate IV in University Foundation Studies consists of eight courses of study. Successful completion of the program with the necessary grades guarantees you entry to Griffith University. http://www.qibt.qld.edu.au/index.php/programs/university-foundation.html  African Conservation Experience African Conservation Experience has been sending volunteers to Africa for almost a decade and is the original, most experienced organisation for conservation placements in Southern Africa. We are able to offer each and every applicant the benefits of our personal experience, and all volunteers receive individual consideration. All we ask in return is that you share our passion for wildlife and conservation! We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and countries, with no previous experience necessary, from the age of 17 upwards. Volunteer Placements are from 1-3 months, and you can combine 2 or more projects in one trip. www.conservationafrica.net  DG Student Design Competition This time the brief is to design a cover for DG Portfolio, and we are inviting both tertiary and secondary students to enter. CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES FRIDAY 17 APRIL http://www.dgdesignnetwork.com.au/aderg/dg-student-design-competition-2009-call-for-entries/  Port Macquarie Volunteer Expo Thursday 14 May 2009 10:00 AM 2:00 PM The expo will have a wide range of volunteer organisations present on the day to provide information about the services they provide, talk to you about volunteering opportunities and also to recognise the valuable role volunteers have in our community. Venue: Port Macquarie Panthers, 1 Bay Street, Port Macquarie 2444 Children's Art Classes at Port Macquarie Monday 20 April 2009 to Friday 24 April 2009 11:00 AM 2:00 PM If you have a budding Picasso who would like to learn more about art, Port Central is the place to be these school holidays. Renowned artist Davvyd Brown will teach kids how to blend colour and have fun with art for 3 hours daily. Bring a smock or an old shirt and the rest is supplied, including Henry the Cockathree who has appeared in 10 movies and countless television shows. www.portcentral.net.au Venue: Port Central Shopping Centre 40 - 42 Horton Street PO Box 1986 Port Macquarie 2444  Hostec Upcoming Courses Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) Duration: 7 hours Cost: $85 Training Venue: Hostec, Level 6, 11 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Tuesday, Thursday at 3.15pm, Wednesday, Saturday at 9:15am Training Venue: Brookvale Hotel, 511 Pittwater Road, Brookvale, NSW 2100 Dates: Wednesday at 9:45am Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG) Duration: 7 hours Cost: $85 Training Venue: Hostec, Level 6, 11 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Thursday at 8:45am, Saturday at 9:15am Training Venue: Brookvale Hotel, 511 Pittwater Road, Brookvale, NSW 2100 Dates: Wednesday at 9:45am Barista Skills/Latte Art Duration: 1 day Cost: $188 (Full Course), $99 (Excluding Latte Art) Training Venue: Suite 505, Level 5, 250 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday at 9:45am Pub Skills Duration: 6 hours Cost: $125 Training Venue: The Bowlers Club, Level 2, 99 York St, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Wed 22nd Apr 09, 9:45am Wait Skills Duration: 7 hours Cost: $125 Training Venue: Hostec, Level 6, 11 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Thu 30th Apr 09, 8:45am Safe Food Handling Duration: 6 hours Cost: $95 Training Venue: Hostec, Level 6, 11 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Mon 30th Mar 09, 9:15am Green Card (GC) Duration: 6 hours Cost: $110 Training Venue: Hostec, Level 6, 11 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Tuesday, Friday at 9:15am Traffic Control Duration: 1 day Cost: $165 Training Venue: The National Trust Centre, Observatory Hill, Watson Rd, The Rocks, NSW 2000 Dates: Fri 3rd Apr 09, 8:45am Senior First Aid Duration: 6 hours Cost: $125 Training Venue: Hostec, Level 6, 11 York Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Dates: Sat 4th Apr 09, 8:45am, Sat 18th Apr 09, 8:45am We also provide Licensee Liquor Act Courses, Certificate IV Training And Assessment, and many other trainings. Please contact us to find out more. For All Bookings or Enquiries, Please Call (02) 8002 0276 or Email to bookings@hostec.com  University of Sydney's Info Day 2010 5 January 2010 The University of Sydney's Open Day for prospective students. In particular, students armed with their HSC and UAI results are given the opportunity to talk to faculty, staff and students about their study options and advice on course selection before close of change of preferences for the main round of offers. There will be plenty of live entertainment, stalls and information on the day. Time: 9:30am-4:00pm Location:Camperdown and Darlington Campuses Cost: Free Phone: 1300 362 006 Email: futurestudents@usyd.edu.au More info: http://www.usyd.edu.au/start/infoday/index.shtml Bond University, Investing in Your Future At this information session, find out more about: Fast-tracking your success at Bond Fees and costs FEE-HELP loan ANZ Bond University Student Loan Scheme Bond University Scholarships Investing in Your Future Seminars: GOLD COAST Wednesday, 13th May 2009 CAIRNS Thursday, 28th May 2009 TOWNSVILLE Monday, 1st June 2009 ROCKHAMPTON Wednesday, 3rd June 2009 TOOWOOMBA Tuesday, 9th June 2009 BRISBANE Wednesday, 10th June 2009 ADELAIDE Wednesday, 17th June 2009 MELBOURNE Wednesday, 17th June 2009 CANBERRA Thursday, 18th June 2009 SYDNEY Sunday, 28th June 2009 SYDNEY July TBC For more information, contact: Kristy Manyweathers Program Marketing & Scholarship Coordinator Phone: (07) 5595 1067 Email: events@bond.edu.au Web: www.bond.edu.au  If youre in your last year of high school, the PwC Trainee Program enables you to complete a Commerce or Business degree majoring in accounting, whilst gaining practical, commercial experience within PwC Assurance or Tax & Legal Services.  HillsSIP PARENTS AS CAREER GUIDES! How to assist and support informed choices HORNSBY  Raffles College of Design and Commerce Student Workshops Intensive 5-day workshops at North Sydney offered for students interested in a creative design career. Suitable for Year 10 students and above. Animation, Art & Design/Graphic Design, Creative Digital Photography, Digital Film Making, Fashion Illustration, Games Design, Interior Design Workshop dates: 2009 2010 20 - 24 April 11-15 January 13 - 17 July 18-22 January Enrolment closing dates: April workshops: 13/04/09 July workshops: 6/07/09 January 2010 workshops: 31/12/09 Cost: $350 each (GST inclusive). Materials for some workshops are extra. Check www.raffles.edu.au for more information or call 9922 4278. (Please note workshops offered subject to numbers.) Fashion Portfolio- An Introduction to Fashion Design Fashion Portfolio- An Introduction to Fashion Design runs from 21-24 April at the Ultimo campus from 9am until 4.30pm. Cost: $505 TAFE NSW Sydney Institute, Building W, 827-839 George St, ULTIMO NSW 2007 P: (02) 9217 5419 | F: (02) 9217 5434 | E: suyin.conabere@tafensw.edu.au | www.sit.nsw.edu.au  CHILDCARE TASTER DAYS MEGT INSTITUTE The Taster day would give students the opportunity to: Taster Days Coming Up:
- Northern Suburbs on the 4th of May
- Parramatta and western suburbs on the 15th of May
- Sydney city, eastern suburbs and inner west on the 20th of May and 10th of June
- Penrith area on the 29th of May
- Hills district date to be confirmed
The guest speakers we have are:
- Carnival Cruises (Sydney LCP)
- Camp America (Sydney LCP)
- Hays recruitment (Sydney LCP)
- Department of Community services (Northern suburbs)
- Jelli Beanz nanny agency (Sydney LCP)
- Child care team child care agency (Parramatta)
- Council representatives (Penrith)
- MEGT group training and Apprenticeship centre (ALL)
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