The deadline for applications will be extended to 7th May with interviewing expected to start about 10 May.

Bellingen River Festival – Coordinator Wanted

An opportunity to celebrate the beauty of the Bellinger River together; to reflect on its history, understand the current issues and move forward as a community to nurture and value it into the future.

Transition Bellingen is seeking a motivated and inspiring individual to provide core direction for the Bellinger River Festival on September 11th, 2011. Previous experience in event management is highly desirable. Position will be a contract arrangement $25/hr plus allowances.

Position description River Festival Coordinator PD

For more information please email

bellingen-river-festival-organising-group@googlegroups.com or contact Andrew: 0488 260 534.

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