Nominate now for our 2008 programs..

Leadership Wimmera's Community Leadership Year and Leadership Skills Initiative in 2008

• Have you been encouraging someone who is 'going places' to consider our professional development and leadership programs?
• Know a colleague or member of staff with leadership potential?
• Always been thinking about applying yourself?

Leadership Wimmera offers a range of leadership broadening experiences, access to a new network and community engagement/leadership growth opportunities.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 31 AUGUST

Information and all forms are attached.

ACT NOW! Forward this message and attached flyer to someone you think should do a Leadership Wimmera Program - whilst there still is time.

To apply, fill out the Application Form here

Upcoming Events and activities:

Community Leadership Year Projects

Each year Community Leadership Year research hot topics and issues relevant to the region. They will be hosting a number of days as outlined below:

If you would like to attend or require more information about these days, contact Mary Bignell on 03)5381 6504

Community Leadership Year - Project Presentations October. 9th

Leadership Wimmera Board of Management invite you to hear their key findings and recommendations at the University of Ballarat, Horsham campus.

Graduation Dinner...

Our annual dinner, to graduate our 2007 participants will be held on Friday November 9th at the Horsham Golf Club. Our keynote speaker on the evening will be Mr Harry Barber, CEO, Bicycle Victoria.

Whilst our invitations will be sent in October, we wanted to wanted to notify you this date immediately.

Recent events and activities

Leadership Week...

Leadership Wimmera executive officer Mary Bignell said this year's Leadership Week was a double celebration, with major sponsors ACE Radio Broadcasters and Bendigo Bank announcing financial backing for a further three years.

Bendigo Bank has committed $30,000 and ACE Radio Broadcasters has committed $20,000.

"This sponsorship will enable Leadership Wimmera to continue to offer leadership development programs in the Wimmera, including the Leadership Skills Initiative, Community Leadership Year and Business Leaders," she said.
Leadership Wimmera also receives funding through Regional Development Victoria's Provincial Leaders initiative to deliver the programs.

Bendigo Bank regional manager Simon Cornwell said the contribution was part of the bank's ongoing commitment to regional Victoria - and the Wimmera in particular.

"The Wimmera - home to the first Community Bank branch, at Rupanyup/Minyip - has a special place in the bank's heart. This commitment to Leadership Wimmera recognises the important work of the program," he said.

The bank, which also has branches in Horsham and Dimboola and an online agent in Warracknabeal, knew first-hand the value of Leadership Wimmera, he said.

"Bendigo Bank staff members have participated in Leadership Wimmera courses and we recognise the enormous benefits. Again this year, two bank employees are part of leadership courses," Mr Cornwell said.

The Weekly Advertiser, MIXX FM and 3WM general manager Mark Taylor said ACE Radio Broadcasters was proud to back community leadership and skills development in the Wimmera.

"Leadership Wimmera, which provides professional development right here in the Wimmera, is essential for the future of the region," Mr Taylor said.
Acclaimed business trainer Phill Young, who has been involved with staff development since 1978, was the keynote speaker.

Mr Young has a varied background, having worked in the corporate, public service, education and private consultation fields. He is also a registered psychologist. He is known for his expertise in coaching and people skills development, as well as his passion and humour.

Community Leadership Year participant Brooke Turner from Wimmera Volunteers gave a local perspective on her experiences of being part of the program.

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