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ABOUT BELLINGEN
Bellingen is a picturesque, tree-lined town on the banks of the Bellinger River, 35 kms south-west of Coffs Harbour on the NSW mid-north coast.
The town has a well-deserved reputation as a creative centre. Other major events held in Bellingen at different times of the year include the Jazz Festival, the Global Carnival, Bellingen Music Festival, Dance Stamping Ground and the Flamenco Festival bringing thousands of visitors to the town. The Bellinger River Valley is famous for its arts and crafts, with many writers, artists, musicians, dancers and actors attracted to the area. They are drawn to its lifestyle and see it as paradise, a perfect place to live, work and relax. Bellingen is studded with craft shops and galleries and there is a wide choice of eateries.
what is camp creative?
Camp Creative is a summer camp for families and individuals, a fun learning event where you mix with people of widely differing interests and ages in a relaxing and creative atmosphere. The accent is on imagination, innovation and enjoyment and it gives everyone the opportunity to find within themselves new creative expression. Camp Creative will open your eyes to new ways of looking at things and at yourself. Our tutors, who are leaders in their fields, support this vision by giving generously of their time and expertise to provide you with the means to pursue or find a new passion.
who can come?
Anybody and everybody from age six to one hundred and six – especially families, grandparents, parents and children. If you come alone, you’ll have the opportunity to make new friends in a friendly and encouraging environment.
what will i learn?
Probably more than you think is possible in just a few days. Like others before you, you will be surprised at the new ideas you will absorb – not only from your tutor, but from fellow participants as well. You will see things from a different perspective and discover new ways to achieve a result because your mind will be opened up during your course. To cap it all off, you will get a hefty charge of inspiration to set new aims for yourself.
what are the hours?
Full-day courses run for five days starting at 9am on Monday and finishing each day around 4pm. Half-day courses will run for five days, either in the morning (9am to noon) or in the afternoon (1 to 4pm). There is a one-hour lunch break between noon and 1 pm, and breaks for morning and afternoon tea at the tutor’s discretion.
Note that courses BEGIN ON MONDAY MORNING 10th January and finish on FRIDAY 14th January in the afternoon. All courses run over 5 days.
ACCOMMODATION
For accommodation, there is a wide range of options available: B&Bs, self-catered cottages, a backpackers, a hotel and two motels. At the nearby showground there is ample room for tents and caravans, for enquiries telephone: Rhonda or Ray 0431 264 836 or Caroline 6655 9199 or 0409 996 423. In the surrounding areas there are also many more places to stay.
Contact Tourism Bellinger for enquiries or bookings telephone: 02 6655 1522 www.waterfallway.com or Bellingen Information Centre telephone: 02 6655 5711
www.bellingen.com. Billets in private homes are another cost-effective way to stay. Bookings will be between you and the provider and for advice on this or other accommodation phone Camp Creative’s Co-ordinator Robbie Spence on 02 6655 9326.
transport
If you are arriving and departing by train to or from Urunga or plane to Coffs Harbour, please let us know in advance so we can make arrangements to get you to Bellingen and back. During the Camp, a free shuttle bus will operate from Monday to Friday in the morning, lunch hour and afternoon between the High School and downtown Bellingen and the showground. This will save you bringing your car to the school each day.
what do I wear?
It is summer, so bring cool, comfortable and casual clothes and maybe an umbrella in case of rain.
hospitality
The canteen at the school will be open for morning teas and lunches. Coffees, teas and drinks will also be available from the coffee van. Club Creative opens each afternoon and allows campers to gather for a drink and an opportunity to share their day’s stories. Campers bring their own drinks and refrigeration is available for storing them during the day.
special events
All events are FREE except for the Getting to Know You dinner and canoeing
What Happens At Night?
All events are FREE to Campers except for the Getting to Know You Dinner and canoeing.
| SUNDAY NIGHT |
7 for 7.30pm
Getting to Know You Dinner where you can meet new or old friends including your tutor (note: because of other commitments not all tutors can make it).Cost is $36 and is BYO. Booking and payment in advance is essential and you may sit with your class or with family or friends. |
| MONDAY NIGHT |
On the Town A night off to relax with friends at one of Bellingen’s eateries or perhaps take a canoe trip on the Bellinger River. Bookings can be made through Bellingen Canoe Adventures on 66559955. |
| TUESDAY NIGHT |
7.30pm
Celebrity Concert at the High School MPC with patron David Helfgott, Mark Walton and others. Family members are welcome to attend.
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| WEDNESDAY NIGHT |
7.30pm
Leonard and the Lottery Ticket
Enjoy this fun musical at the High School MPC. |
| THURSDAY NIGHT |
6–8pm
Street Party in the Council Park opposite the Memorial Hall. Music, singing, dancing and eating. |
| FRIDAY NIGHT |
12 noon–2pm
Display of campers’ visual-art achievements. Feel free to wander around the rooms and see what others have created.
12.30–2pm
Young People’s Concert at the High School MPC. Includes Spaghetti Circus, drama & singing.
7pm
Grand Finale Concert High School MPC. A spectacular conclusion to the camp, showcasing the achievements and the diversity of the performing arts groups from the camp. Restricted to Campers due to space. |
ALL COURSES ARE 5 FULL DAYS UNLESS DESIGNATED HALF DAY IN WHICH CASE THEY WILL BE 5 MORNINGS OR 5 AFTERNOONS AS SHOWN
The Commitee: Who Runs Camp Creative?
Camp Creative is run by a commitee of people, largely giving their time and effort for free...
President: Peter Nance
Vice President: Gillian Helfgott
Secretary: Sylvia Mitchell
Treasurer: Kerry Child
Publicist: Morann Paterson
Robbie Spence, Co-ordinator
Committee Members: Nea Armstrong,
Sandrena Brennan, Marcia Douglas, Sue
Hickson, Rosemary Lloyd, Peter Spence,
Rob Stockton, Michelle Stockton, Annette Marfording, Susan Priest, Patti Kearns
Founder: Bill Lockley
Patrons: Bryce Courtenay, David & Gillian
Helfgott
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