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Mayor calls on young people to enter 2010 Raw Arts Awards

The City of Greater Bendigo, is calling on young creative artists to enter the 2010 Raw Art Awards.

The City of Greater Bendigo, is calling on young creative artists to enter the 2010 Raw Art Awards.

City of Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Rod Campbell said the annual Raw Arts Awards aim to support and encourage young local artists and provide an opportunity to celebrate their achievements.

"We know we have an abundance of talented young people and we are keen for them to be recognised through these awards.

"The awards provide a wonderful opportunity to showcase our creative young people and I encourage all young artists to enter the category that best showcases their talent," said Cr Campbell.

"Categories include the Visual Arts Acquisitive Award, Literature scholarship, Performing arts scholarship and Multi-media scholarship, with each category carrying a first prize of $1,000.

"This year for the first time each category will also include a Highly Commended prize worth $250," said Cr Campbell.

Application close Friday March 26 and are open to residents of the City of Greater Bendigo aged 26 and under on 13 April 2010.

Award winners will be announced at the opening of the 2010 Raw Art Exhibition set to take place at Dudley House from Tuesday April 13 to Sunday April 18 during Youth Week 2010.

Information and application forms are available to download online from the RAW Arts Award page at www.bendigo.vic.gov.au This year the application process for the Literature, Performing arts and Multi-media scholarships has been made simpler.