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This year the aim of the Bush Mission is not to ‘entertain’ but to provide practical hands-on assistance to folks in the Balranald, Clare, Maude, Booligal & Booroorban Districts. These ‘Acts of Kindness’ may include things like repairing fences, cleaning up driveways, and general handy man jobs as well as sharing the Christmas message in local schools and communities. For this we may be able to provide a small brass ensemble for Carol singing, maybe give a short message, and provide some activities for the children, etc. This will be dependent on what the local communities would like from us.

The Christmas Bush Mission is about bringing ‘Hope’ to the bush through the gospel of our Lord Jesus. It is about being Jesus in their midst. We will be befriending those in the bush and sharing with them in a simple, no fuss way, our faith in the living God.

PROPOSED PROGRAM (details still to be confirmed)

Monday 9th December Mission teams arrive in Balranald & settle in

10th & 11th December Acts of Kindness – Balranald area May include activities such as: Bidgee Haven Aged Care, Balranald Central School, St Joseph’s School & Balranald hospital, etc. Possible visit to Clare School & Community

12th to 14th December Mission team move to Hay accommodation Acts of Kindness – Maude, Hay, Booligal & Booroorban areas May include activities such as: Schools & Community visits, Aged Care facility visits, etc.

Sunday 15th December Join with Interdenominational Church Service.

Monday 16th December Travel Home

Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18 HELPFUL INFORMATION (use as a guide only)

APPLICATION FORMS The Salvation Army requires all volunteers to complete this application form along with the appropriate forms for working with children, child related activities and community events, as part of our commitment to best practice. These additional forms will be forwarded to you on receipt of your application.

TRANSPORTATION: The Mission will require you to make your own transport arrangements to Baranald, Hay, and other towns. Plans may change according to the rainfall, e.g., we may not be able to travel on dirt roads and need to stay on sealed roads between towns. This will mean a little longer travel time.

ACCOMMODATION: Accommodation costs are the responsibility of each team member. It is proposed to use the following caravan parks with cabins and powered van sites at Balranald and Hay. A group booking at these parks will be made by the Mission Coordinator but please clearly identify your preferences on the application form.

Balranald Caravan Park – Cabins are available from $60 per night (2 people), alternatively they also have cabins that can sleep up to 6 people for $129 per night. Powered sites are available from $28.00 up to 2 Persons, $6.00 extra person (Seniors Discount available). More information is available at: http://www.balranaldcaravanpark.com.au

Hay Plains Big 4 Holiday Park – Cabins are available from $75 per night (2 people), alternatively they also have cabins that can sleep up to 6 people for $145 per night. Powered sites are available from $30 per night (2 people) – Ensuite sites also available from $43 per night. More information is available at: http://hay-plains-holiday- park.nsw.big4.com.au

MEALS: The Mission will require you to make your own arrangements for breakfast and some lunches. Dinner each evening will be provided to team members.

MUSICIANS: Please let us know if you are able to play an instrument so that we can better prepare; and don’t forget to bring your music and everything that you will need to accompany the singing or to perform.

SHOPPING FACILITIES. There are all the usual types of shops but no big retailers such as Woolworths, Coles, Target, McDonalds etc. in these local communities.

CLIMATE The climate of Hay is considered temperate. The average summer temperature is 34 degrees Celsius, with an average winter temperature being 13 degrees Celsius. The rainfall is comparatively low with an average of 325mm (13") annually. Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18 MAP & DISTANCE

A = Balranald B = Clare C = Maude D = Hay E = Booligal F = Boorooban

A to B - Balranald to Clare is approx 150 kms

A to C - Balranald to Maude is approx 95.2 kms

C to D - Maude to Hay is approx 76 kms

D to E - Hay to Booligal is approx 77.8 kms

D to F - Hay to Boorooban is approx 48.4 kms

Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18 Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18 APPLICATION FORM Please print clearly and answer ALL questions. All information is Kept Confidential

GENERAL INFORMATION Full Name: ______Preferred Name:______Home Address:______City / Suburb: ______State: ______Postcode:______Home Phone: (__) ______Email: ______Mobile Phone: ______Mobile Phone 2: ______Gender: Male / Female / Married Couple Date of Birth: _____/_____/______Age:______

EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION: Name: ______Relationship: ______Home Phone: ______Work / Mobile Phone: ______

AVAILABILITY  I will be available to attend the mission from 9 to 16 December 2013  I will be available to attend the following dates …………………………………………………………………….

ACCOMMODATION REQUIRED  I will require accommodation Number of Nights: ______Couple Single Shared Who would you like to share with ______ I will be bringing my own caravan

MINISTRY HISTORY & INFORMATION Have you ever participated in a mission event? If yes, please give details of your involvement: ______I believe my spiritual gifts are: ______Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18 ______Skills / Experience: (Please circle) Building; Painting; General Handyman; Service; Gardening; Hospitality; Relationship Building; Visitation; What tools / resources are you able to bring: ______ I will be bringing my 4WD Vehicle

Talents & Gifting: (Please circle) Drama; Puppets; Sports (please list); Dance; Mime; Music; Worship; Performance; Band / Ensemble; Soloist; Evangelism; Art & Craft; Preaching; What Instruments do you play: ______

I have completed the following training:  Caring 4 Kids  First Aid  Working With Vulnerable People Check

Other relevant training:______

REFEREES Please indicate the details of your Corps Officer / Pastor / Church Leader: Name:______Address:______Phone: ______Email:______

I declare that the information supplied in this application is correct. I understand that Accommodation, food, travel and all personal expenses will be my own responsibility.

Applicant’s Signature: ______Date: ______

Please return your application to: Christmas Bush Mission Joanne Paull Divisional Mission & Resource Team PO Box 4224 KINGSTON ACT 2604 Or email to: [email protected]

APPLICATION CUT OFF DATE: Please send your application in as quickly as possible, as finalising the program is dependent on the skills & abilities of the team members. However, please ensure your application is at DHQ no later than Friday 8 November 2013

TO DISCUSS YOUR APPLICATION WITH US PLEASE CONTACT: Captain Christine Gee Divisional Mission and Resource Director - Social

Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18 0478 408 182 or [email protected]

Last Updated: 25 Apr. 18