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Women in sports media

Applications for this year’s Change Our Game Women in Sports Media Program, to help more women break into sports media, are officially open.
The program will be facilitated by leading sports producers Emma Race and Lucy Race and established industry mentors including Kelli Underwood, Nat Edwards and Rana Hussain.
To find out more visit changeourgame.vic.gov.au

Musician grants

Applications for the Music Works grants program are now open.
This year’s grants program offers funding for artists in two new categories, with Stream 1: Uncovering Talent dedicated to supporting early career artists and people from under represented backgrounds in the industry. 
Stream 2: Evolve and Export boosts opportunities for Victorian artists to take their music to new markets, with funding to support innovative new music projects and activities. 
Applications close at 3pm on April 18.
For more information or to apply, visit creative.vic.gov.au/musicworks

HESTA’s national Excellence Awards 

Nominations are now open for the 2024 HESTA Excellence Awards, providing health professionals in the aged care, allied health, community services, and disability services sectors with the opportunity to gain national recognition for their work.
The Awards highlight the exceptional work across these four sectors, enhancing the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities.
Nominations close at midnight on May 12.
www.hesta.com.au/awards/excellence-awards

Grant opportunities

Member for Bass, Jordan Crugnale has urged local groups to explore the grant programs currently on offer by the State Government.
Areas include Road Safety, Sport and Recreation, Youth, Libraries, Agriculture and the Creative Sectors.
For updated information on all state government funding please visit: www.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs