Outback Communities Authority in Port Augusta, South Australia, Australia | Government organisation

Outback Communities Authority

Locality: Port Augusta, South Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 8648 5970

Address: 12 Tassie Street 5700 Port Augusta, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.oca.sa.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Good to see the message for social distancing is getting out there #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

25.01.2022 We think Outback South Australia's vital agricultural sector is so deserving of recognition in this year's 2020 SA Agricultural Town of the Year awards. Vote for Yunta by October 30 at this link: https://bit.ly/36Cre9W . We would love to see a community in the OCA region be crowned the 2020 Ag Town of the Year. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

25.01.2022 Not only is there natural beauty everywhere you look in Outback SA, but there are also some amazing buildings, many of which are lovingly restored by volunteers. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

25.01.2022 Did someone order perfect camping weather? Wheres your favourite spot to camp in Outback SA or is there too many to pick from? #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

24.01.2022 Registrations are now open for a free STARCLUB webinar series for regional SA clubs. Click here to register https://bit.ly/2BtIcKb for the 7pm session on Monday 8th June "How to achieve goals by creating a culture of volunteering in your club" #oneOutback #regionsmatter

24.01.2022 The OCA is proud to support the Better Mind Health Community Roadshow heading to the Far North next week. Come along to the free community talks being held in Oodnadatta, William Creek, Marree, Copley, Leigh Creek, Blinman, Parachilna and Yunta. Click here to find out more information and to book your free ticket https://bit.ly/3j0jf9E. #oneOutback #regionsmatter #saveourmates

24.01.2022 The OCA is partnering with other STARCLUB regions to provide 5 webinars in June aimed at assisting sporting clubs in the Outback. Each webinar will go for about an hour and are free (yes free!) to attend. Anyone interested is welcome to register. Go to https://oca.sa.gov.au/StarClub for more information and to register for each session. #oneOutback #regionsmatter #Outbackpositivity

23.01.2022 We cant get enough of Outback SA windmills against spectacular skies even cute dogs find them pretty amazing #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

22.01.2022 Next week we commence a round of Community Meetings to talk about the Outback Futures Project. To find out more about the project and the meeting locations visit https://oca.sa.gov.au/OutbackFuturesProject and follow the links. We really hope you can make it to one of the meetings to discuss what is wanted and needed for the long term sustainability of the Outback as its own unique and autonomous region of South Australia. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

22.01.2022 In the early 1900s, teenage, Afghan Aboriginal cameleer, William Satour, guided his fathers camel train through some of Australias toughest country to deliver goods to remote Outback communities. Dust, heat, grumpy camels...can Ezekiel and Nathaniel follow in his footsteps to deliver their cargo safely and on time? Watch Are You Tougher Than You Ancestors? on ABC ME and ABC iview. Filmed in Beltana, Outback South Australia with thanks to The Camel Sanctuary - Save a camel... - Ride a rescue Beltana Progress Association South Australian Museum Adnyamathanha Yurartu State Library of South Australia With Ghenoa Gela ABC Kids Community Flying Kite Pictures South Australian Film Corporation Australian Childrens Television Foundation Monkeystack Documentary Australia Foundation Melodie Music A Cast of Thousands Jackie French Joff Bush Joseph Twist Stereo Missile Recordings #regionsmatter #oneOutback See more

22.01.2022 Along with our program partners at Flinders Ranges and Outback Tourism, we know that visitation is expected to grow in regional and outback Australia and we understand that tourism has an impact on the environment and those who live here. Flinders Ranges & Outback SA Tourism needs your voice to help them understand the impact of travel. They want to hear your ideas and lived experience. This will help them to identify opportunities to change the conversation with travellers ...and locals. They intend to attract respectful visitors and reduce the impacts on the region and outback we know and love. Take the 5-minute survey at https://bit.ly/3jTjyEA #oneOutback #regionsmatter

22.01.2022 Let it snow!, let it snow!, let it snow! ; How good is this? The Outback never ceases to amaze. Snow covered the Flinders Ranges overnight and into this morning nearly all the way from Blinman to Wilpena. Reports of snowflakes on the windscreen would have been a sight to behold. Have a look at Skytrek Willow Springs Station Pty Ltd, Upalinna Station, Holowiliena Station and Rawnsley Park Station for some more great photos and footage. #oneOutback #regionsmatter #seesouthaustralia

21.01.2022 The Outback has bucket loads of nature some of which we are more than happy to admire from a distance We would love to see a photo from something in your region. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

20.01.2022 If you are interested in improving your social media and communication skills to help out your club or organisation you can register now for Mondays free webinar by clicking here https://bit.ly/3hHQizr or find out more information here https://oca.sa.gov.au/StarClub. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

20.01.2022 Wide open spaces blue skies shady trees Well played Kingoonya, well played #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

19.01.2022 Grants and fundraising are important to many Outback clubs and organisations. A free webinar on Monday 16 November 2020 starting at 7pm will show you how to create successful grant applications, fundraising strategies and ideas. Click here for more information and to register https://oca.sa.gov.au/StarClub. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

17.01.2022 The Outback Communities Authority is inviting the Outback Community and Regional Stakeholders to identify what is wanted and needed for the long term sustainability of the Outback as its own unique and autonomous region of South Australia. Follow the link to find out how you can get involved https://bit.ly/3iWElql #oneOutback #regionsmatter

16.01.2022 Heres some great photos of the Yunta Hay Run yesterday. #regionsmatter #oneOutback

15.01.2022 Have you been inspired to build or create something recently? We would love to see your creation. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

14.01.2022 Theres so much to love about Outback SA - the open space, the colours and diversity of the landscape and the resilience of the amazing people who work so hard for their communities. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

14.01.2022 Great to see Tim Whetstone - Member for Chaffey, Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development up our way today to talk with the northern Flinders Ranges Community about the Steven Marshall Governments support for those affected by drought. More to be done but it was clear the drought had not been forgotten. #oneOutback #regionsmatter.

12.01.2022 This is great news!!! The OCA along with regional partners Regional Development Australia Far North and The Flinders Ranges Council have long advocated for the Strzelecki Track to be sealed. This annoucement is the beginning of the realisation of this dream. Thanks to the Steven Marshall Government for this committment. #regionsmatter #oneOutback

12.01.2022 Dont forget to register for Mondays free webinar: Fundraising and Financial Management for Sports Clubs. Click here to register or to view webinar sessions 1 and 2 https://oca.sa.gov.au/StarClub. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

11.01.2022 Looking for work? South Australias agriculture industry needs you! From pickers to packers, processors and planters, there are a variety of agricultural seasonal jobs on offer in South Australias regions. With COVID-19 having an impact on primary industries securing workers, the State Government has created Seasonal Jobs SA as a temporary initiative to bring workers and employers together to help keep SAs supply chains flowing. https://www.seasonaljobs.sa.gov.au/ #regionsmatter #oneOutback

08.01.2022 ACTFORAG - PRACTICAL SKILLS TO LEARN TO THRIVE IN ADVERSITY FOR A RESILIENT FARM, FAMILY AND BUSINESS Starting Thursday 11th June 1pm from your home! This training provides practical, easy to use strategies to manage the challenges that life throws at us and skills to choose to do what is most important to us. The program is developed for farmers, farming couples/families and rural communities to build skills to manage stress and daily challenges. This pilot is developed by Stephanie Schmidt, 2020 South Australian AgriFutures Rural Womens Award Winner. Steph is a clinical psychologist, farmer, wife and mum and shares evidence-based skills together with her own lived experience. This program has been made possible with funding from Country SA PHN. #oneOutback #regionsmatter https://events.humanitix.com/actforag-pilot-program

08.01.2022 We know, South Aussie with Cosi now knows it and we want all of you to know it; Fowlers Bay, South Australia is one of the many jewels in the Outback. With school holidays coming up there is never going to be a better time to explore the Outback, so why not start here. We know you will love it!!! #seesouthaustralia #southaustralia #oneOutback #regionsmatter #welcomeback #welcomebacksa

07.01.2022 Throw back to when sport was enjoyed as a social event. Hopefully it wont be long before sport is part of our lives again. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

06.01.2022 With the focus on combatting Covid-19 it is often easy to forget that other events have a severe impact on peoples lives. The drought has not broken in many parts of the States far north and it is taking a terrible toll on the Pastoral sector with many destocked and many struggling to keep a small herd for when the drought finally breaks. So when we heard about the wonderful gesture from Helping SA Farmers Incorporated along with Rotary Club of St Peters, Rotary Club of Mawson Lakes, Rotary Club of Port Pirie, Rotary Club of Campbelltown and the Rotary Club of Burnside to facilitate the delivery of 90 tonnes of hay to the Barrier Highway Community around Yunta we couldnt help but give them a shout out and say thank you. Well done Rotary Australia. #regionsmatter #oneOutback

06.01.2022 Kids and parents all over SA are enjoying going to the playground again. Volunteers & workers across Outback SA have done an amazing job with regional playgrounds. Make the most of the glorious weather and let the kids play (they will sleep well )

05.01.2022 Today the OCA launched the Outback Futures Project. We are inviting the Outback Community and regional stakeholders to identify what is wanted and needed for the long term sustainability of the outback as its own unique and autonomous region of South Australia. The Outback Futures Project seeks to engage the Outback Community in a lively and positive conversation about what is needed to take hold of the opportunities and make the region an even better place to live, work and visit into the future. To find out more visit https://bit.ly/2DakVO5. #oneOutback #regionsmatter #southaustralia

05.01.2022 The Outback rolled out the red carpet for us today. #oneoutback #regionsmatter #landscapessa #aridlandscape #seesouthaustralia @ Purple Downs

04.01.2022 We know how important sport is in the Outback so we are excited to see the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racings Active Club Program is now open for applications, aiming to help strengthen clubs and organisations following the COVID-19 pandemic. Find more information and how to apply in the post below. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

04.01.2022 The sunsets and sunrises have been amazing lately! How spectacular is Outback SA We would love to see your sunset/sunrise photos from across the Outback. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

03.01.2022 Perfect day for a hot drink by the fire As the amazing autumn weather becomes cold and cloudy winter, we are hoping for plenty of rain in all the places it is needed across the Outback this year. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

02.01.2022 Early start in Coober Pedy. Off to Oodnadatta, William Creek and Andamooka on day 2 of the Outback Futures Project Community Consultation. #oneoutback #regionsmatter

02.01.2022 We are half-way through the consultation period, so time is running out for the Outback Community and Regional Stakeholders to identify what is wanted and needed for the long term sustainability of the Outback as its own unique and autonomous region of South Australia. Follow the link to find out how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/3iWElql Community meeting dates have also been announced and listed below, so if you want to come along and share your ideas, put it in your calendar, let us know and well see you there. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

02.01.2022 Have you been baking up a storm recently or are you very excited your favourite cafe is reopening? We would love to see whats cooking across the Outback. #Outbackpositivity #oneOutback #regionsmatter

02.01.2022 Do the committee members in your club or organisation need some support? The Back to Basics workshops coming to Blinman, Leigh Creek, Copley and Marree later this month may be just what is needed for teaching or building on existing skills. Have a look here https://oca.sa.gov.au/Outback_Events for more info and register soon to secure a place. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

02.01.2022 ***STOP PRESS: WE HAVE ADDED A COMMUNITY MEETING SESSION AT OODNADATTA*** A community meeting will be held at the Pink Roadhouse on Tuesday 18 August at 8.30 am to 10 am, the Oodnadatta and surrounding area community are very much welcome to attend. In fact everyone with an interest in the future of the Outback is encouraged to attend one of the many community sessions listed below; come along and share your ideas for what is wanted and needed for the long term sustainability... of the Outback as its own unique and autonomous region of South Australia. Follow the link to find out how you can get involved: https://bit.ly/3iWElql and if you want to come to a community session, let us know so we can make sure there is enough catering to go round. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

01.01.2022 Would you like to unlock the power of strategic planning at your club? Register for a free webinar starting at 7pm on Tuesday 27 October to discover how to not only set goals for your club, but to achieve them. Click here https://oca.sa.gov.au/StarClub for more information and for the registration links. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

01.01.2022 It's so good to see the release of the Ebook "Andamooka Bill and the Lights on the Hill" set in such an iconic Outback Community. The book is written by Heather Gordon, illustrated by artist Trish Curnow and promotes men's positive mental health - perfect for 2020. You can purchase a copy of this book here: https://bit.ly/34xkgR2. #oneOutback #regionsmatter

01.01.2022 Another major announcement today from the Australian Government to extend the Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme. The Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme will provid...e small and medium sized business with timely access to working capital to help them get through the impact of the Coronavirus. Eligible lenders are currently offering guaranteed loans up to 30 September 2020 on the following terms: Available to SMEs, including sole traders and not-for-profits, with a turnover of up to $50 million. Maximum total size of loans of $250,000 per borrower. Loans will be for up to three years, with an initial six month repayment holiday. Unsecured finance, meaning that borrowers will not have to provide an asset as security for the loan. From 1 October 2020, eligible lenders will be able to offer loans during the next phase on the same terms as the current Scheme with the following enhancements: Loans can be used for a broader range of business purposes, including to support investment in a period of economic recovery. The maximum loan size will be increased to $1 million per borrower. Loans can be up to 5 years rather than 3 years and whether there will be a six month repayment holiday will be at the discretion of the lender. A loan can be either unsecured or secured (excluding commercial or residential property). For more information on the scheme go to https://treasury.gov.au/coronavirus/sme-guarantee-scheme