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"For sustainable development to become a reality, the basis on which cities and regions compete for trade, investment, and development will need to change to one based more on mutual cooperation and collaboration."

Posted 23rd May 2013 by Minister Grace Portolesi

Last chance to nominate for this year’s science excellence awards

This week is the last chance for high achievers in scientific research, education, and industry development to be nominated for a 2013 Science Excellence Award with nominations closing. Minister for Science and Information Economy Grace Portolesi said nominations close at 5pm on Friday 24 May...

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Posted 22nd May 2013 by Government of South Australia

Unleashed Open Data Competition

              *What is Unleashed?* Unleashed is South Australia’s premier competition for use of open government data and the Adelaide node of GovHack.   Over a single weekend, Unleashed provides an opportunity for web and application developers, open data & visualisation gurus, user experience folk, accessibility peeps, augmented reality-ists...

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Posted 20th May 2013 by Clean Energy Future

Explore the Clean Energy Projects Map

  Explore how Australia is transforming into a clean energy future!  

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Posted 20th May 2013 by Creative Barossa

Creative Souls SALA Exhibition

SOUTH AUSTRALIA LIVING ARTISTS (SALA) BAROSSA EVENT 4th-25th AUGUST, 2013 The Barossa Arts Council, through Creative Barossa, invites you to be involved in our third emerging artist’s exhibition for people aged 16-25. Creative Barossa is offering young and emerging artists from the Barossa and near environs...

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Posted 15th May 2013 by The Weekly, Barossa Living

The Barossa Sizzles

MasterChef judge Matt Preston (pictured) believes that the Barossa has now achieved “critical mass” as a food destination and will soon enjoy a big upswing in visitor numbers. “To be successful, a region like the Barossa needs three things: great wine, fantastic produce and world-class restaurants,”...

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Posted 15th May 2013 by RDA Barossa

Wine Calendar

Wine Calendar is Australia’s online diary of wine events. Hosted by independent wine writer Tyson Stelzer, Wine Calendar is the place for wine trade and wine lovers to stay fully up to date with every wine event in their area. Wine Calendar is unique...

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Posted 13th May 2013 by RDA Barossa

National Volunteer Week 2013

      Thanks a million! National Volunteer Week (NVW2013) is Australias largest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism. Today there are over 6 million (ABS 2010b) people volunteering annually in Australia, representing 36% of the adult population. Volunteering Australia along with its state and territory network recognises the valuable...

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Posted 03rd May 2013 by The Herald

Sculpture design open to public

The Kapunda historic mine site has been selected by Light Regional Council (LRC) and Sydney-based artists/sculptors Gillie and Marc Shattner to be the location of a new public art piece and they are looking for community input as to the design of the sculpture. Kirsty...

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Posted 03rd May 2013 by Skills for All Workforce Information Newsletter

Experience+ Jobs bonus

South Australia has the oldest population of all mainland states in Australia and an ageing workforce. Older workers can make a big contribution to any business. Employers that hire a mature-aged worker may be able to get financial help from the Australian Government as...

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Posted 03rd May 2013 by Advantage SA

Advantage SA Regional Awards Launch 2013

Nominations are now open for the 2013 Advantage SA Regional Awards, which recognise and celebrate outstanding achievements in regional South Australia.   Individuals, groups and businesses living and/or working in regional South Australia can be nominated for the following Awards: *2013 Advantage SA Regional Awards* The Dr+PC...

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