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This young writer’s unfinished first novel is already a winner
Budding writer Erin Middleton does not have a publishing deal and her first book won’t be finished for another couple of years. But what she has already written has helped her win a scholarship that may set the 22 year old from Campbelltown on a literary career. Ms Middleton was recently named the winner of the 2019 Faber Writing Academy scholarship at publisher Allen & Unwin. She submitted an excerpt of her incomplete novel as part of her application for the scholarship, and the judges were obviously impressed. Kathryn Heyman said Erin’s work stood out for its immediately compelling voice and the elegance… Read more »
It’s time for action on urban heat
We have all been talking about how hot and humid late summer has been this year, but talk is cheap. Now we can actually take some action that could lead to a reduction in temperature levels. Residents can arm themselves with heat sensors as part of an arsenal of scientific tools to help map Campbelltown’s heat levels, in an interactive community first that will compare data from 21 other councils across Australia. The project is being run by RMIT University and the University of NSW in collaboration with councils to collect enough data to help better understand, counter and adapt… Read more »
Seniors festival is all about fun and learning new skills
There’s a lot more to the annual seniors festival than just having a good time. It’s true fun is a big part of the festival program in Macarthur, but so is learning new skills, including mastering computers and the internet. Starting in a couple of days – the 2019 Seniors Festival runs during February 13-24 – it also includes concerts, drawing and tech workshops, art tours, socials and therapy groups, free film screenings and readings, among other activities. Campbelltown seniors will also be able to get free access to pool and fitness classes during this year’s festival. New members can… Read more »
