[Aidwatch] AID/WATCH annual trivia night, 9 Dec.

[AID/WATCH E-Bulletin]

AID/WATCH E-Bulletin  Tuesday 30 November 2010

1.   EVENT: AID/WATCH's annual trivia night is here!  

2.   AID/WATCH in the News: Government announces review of the aid program 

3.   Update: Where is Your Aid Money Going?   

4.   People and Planet: Social Justice and Environment Calendars and Diaries 2011

5.   EVENT: PNG based environmental lawyer Tiffany Nonggorr visiting Melbourne

6.   Donate to AID/WATCH

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1.      EVENT: AID/WATCH annual trivia night 

Join us for the AID/WATCH annual trivia night. Win fabulous prizes, be entertained by our acclaimed quizmaster and support AID/WATCH's important work. 

 

When:             Thursday 9 December, 6:30pm 

Where:            Camperdown Bowling Club

                        Mallet Street, Camperdown. 

Price:              $30/$20 waged/concession or $50 for passionate supporters. 

 

For more information and to download the booking form click here or call Mandy at AID/WATCH on 9557 8944; email info at aidwatch.org.au 

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2.   AID/WATCH in the News: Government announces review of aid program     
On 16 November, Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd announced a review of Australia's aid program. Click on links below for media coverage of AID/WATCH's comments on the announcements.  

 

Aid groups pleased with spending review, ABC PM, 16 November

Australia to undertake comprehensive aid review, Radio Australia, 16 November

Australia's aid program reviewed, SBS, 16 November 

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3.         UPDATE: Where is Your Aid Money Going?  

The updated version of Where is Your Aid Money Going? is now online. 

 

Click here to browse the guide 

Click here to read article in the City Hub 

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4.         People and Planet: Social Justice and Environment Diaries and Calendars 2011

 

The diaries and calendars feature exceptional photos of people and places around the world, accompanied by short, fascinating stories about social and environmental issues. The diaries and calendars make excellent Christmas gifts and are a great way to support AID/WATCH. 

Diaries cost $21.95 each plus $5 for postage and handling

Calendars cost $24.95 plus $5 for postage and handling

To order your copy contact Mandy at AID/WATCH on (02) 9557 8944 or email info at aidwatch.org.au

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5.         EVENT: PNG based environmental lawyer Tiffany Nonggorr visiting Melbourne

As you may know at present in Papua New Guinea there is a legal battle being waged between landowners in Madang province, and the Chinese government owned Ramu Nico nickel mine around the deep sea tailings waste disposal proposed by the mine. 

 

Tiffany Nonggorr, the PNG based Australian lawyer representing the landowner plaintiffs, will be in Melbourne this week to talk about the case so far, accountability of the PNG government and the many implications this case has.  

 

WHEN:            Thursday 2 December               

Entrance from 6 pm, event from 6.30-7.30 pm

WHERE:         Room 1107, Level 11

Victoria University City Campus, 300 Elizabeth Street, City

 

RSVP and/or further information please contact Deb Chapman on 0401091435 or debchapman at iinet.net.au

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6.    Donate to AID/WATCH

AID/WATCH is a community-based organisation and does not accept government or corporate funding. We need your help to continue our work as the independent monitor of Australia's aid and trade and to improve the effects of development on the planet and its people. Only through being financially self-sufficient can we have the freedom to criticise or applaud with objectivity. Together with you we can achieve change without compromise.

Click this link to give to AID/WATCH today: http://www.aidwatch.org.au/donate

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