Volunteer News 12 - 2013

Following Radio Festival we’ve been buried in paperwork and we gotta say a huge THANKS for all those who’ve helped out. The weekend working bee went really well and a big thanks to Luc, Madeline, Heyden, Chris and team leaders Di and Marty who gave up their Saturday to send out numerous PBS renewal letters. Thanks also to Marty who generously donated a folding machine, the magnificent labour saving device. And thanks to Sue who also packed a record number on a Friday.  Thanks to the Wednesday crew who've been packing and sending out the memberships. This includes, Nicola, Rachelle, Paul, Susi, Anthony, Lauren & Kristine. In case you were wondering, those Saturday reception spots were filled by terrific volunteers Gregg and Chris. For those who helped out at this year’s Radio Festival, free this date/time in your calendar: Wednesday July 3 from 6pm. The invite to the wrap up party is coming out to you soon. Just a few of roles to let you know about this fortnight: read on....

Opportunities at PBS

Volunteer Upholster

Anyone out there that has upholstery skills? Know someone who could do this? We’ve got a couple of office chairs that could do with some love.  If you’ve got the skills to assist, we’d love your help. Email mara@pbsfm.org.au to help out.

What Chair Upholstery

Days TBC

Times  TBC

Location 47 Easey Street Collingwood

Reception fill-in Tuesdays from July 16-August 5 10am-2pm

Have a taste of what it’s like to be a PBS receptionist. Our receptionist Logan is going overseas for a short period. Handle the phones, face to face enquiries and email and make referrals. A good phone manner and confidence with using a computer and the internet is highly regarded.  This all falls during Tomorrowland, Space is the Place and Southern Style. Got what it takes? Then apply! Email mara@pbsfm.org.au for a position description.

What Reception Fill in

Days Tuesdays from July 16-August 5

Times  10am-2pm

Location 47 Easey Street Collingwood

Miniature phone room roles *still taking EOI’s!

June 30 marks the last official day of the fundraising period.  If you’ve got some time, we’d love some extra support on the phones taking memberships that weekend. 

Shifts:

10am-2pm

2pm-6pm

6pm-12 midnight

Answer membership calls on the last day of Radio festival

Can you help? Email mara@pbsfm.org.au

What Miniature Phone Room

Days  Saturday 29^th June

Times 10am-2pm; 2pm-6pm & 6pm-12 midnight

Meeting Location 47 Easey Street Collingwood

Don’t forget, this Sunday- it’s Community Cup!

Schedule of FUN! 

Gates @ 12pm
Justine Clarke & The Rebelles: 12.20- 1pm
Super Wild Horses: 1.20- 2pm
Anthem: 2.25pm *stay tuned for special announcement later this week!*
Bounce @ 2.30pm
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard: Half Time
Beasts Of Bourbon: 5- 5.40pm

Elsternwick Park, Elsternwick
Use public transport - 5 minute walk from Elsternwick train station
Melways ref: 67 E3
Gate: $10 adults, $5 children (under 16)

Learning Opportunities

DO THE PBS ANNOUNCER COURSE IN 2013
June is just around the corner and we’ve still got spots left. If you always dreamed of being a radio announcer on community radio, dream no longer! Learn how to do this at the PBS announcer course.

We’re running the announcer course for the following dates:

Month	Day	Dates	Teacher
July	Mondays	1, 8, 15, 22, 29	Jenny O'Keefe * 2 spots left
August	Wednesdays	7, 14, 21, 29, 4th September	Campbell Mc Nolty
September	Mondays	2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Jenny O'Keefe
October	Wednesdays	2, 9, 16, 23, 30	Jen Crowley
November	Wednesdays	6, 13, 20, 27, 4th December	Campbell Mc Nolty

Course Cost
PBS member fee:                   Full      $270                Concession     $180
PBS non member fee:            Full      $300                Concession     $200

If you’re interested do the following:
1.    Email hr@pbsfm.org.au to obtain an application form
2.    Complete it [specify the month] and send it to hr@pbsfm.org.au
3.    Once payment has been processed you’ll be confirmed in the class
4.    Turn up to classes and learn a lot!

Giveaway for PBS Volunteers

Switched on Shindig

This one promises to be really fun!

Still looking for the Land of 1000 Dances? You know – that magical place where you can put your hands on your hips and let your backbone slip? A place where the scene is so outta sight you can do the Watusi, the Pony, the Mashed Potato and the Alligator all night? Well, we’re here to tell you that your search is over, baby, because PBS is presenting a party to end all parties, ‘The Switched On Shindig’, where the dances are gonna flow until you say noooooooo more!

For one night only Melbourne’s finest female foxes will join forces to celebrate the golden era of 1960s nightclub culture.

Featuring two live sets from Talei Wolfgramm and her smokin' hot rhythm & blues band The Aviators, tunes from vinyl vixens DJ Emma Peel and Ms Butt, plus dance classes from Melbourne’s Queen of Frug, Miss Anna Go Go, The Switched On Shindig will be shaking all over.

But wait - there’s more!

There will be go-go girls twisting the night away on stage, film projections, psychedelic lights and drinks specials. If that’s not enough to make you want to wig out, you’re out of your bird!

So turn off that transistor, Mister and head to Bella Union on Saturday 29th June.

And we’ve got a double pass for one lucky PBS volunteer who’d love to go to this. Email mara@pbsfm.org.au and tell her why you’d like to go to Switched On Shindig.

More info:  

PBS presents The Switched On Shindig.

Saturday 29th June at The Bella Union

w/ Talei Wolfgramm & the Aviators, DJ Emma Peel, Ms Butt and Miss Anna Go Go

Doors from 9pm. $10 for members, $15 for future members!

pbsfm.org.au/node/25876

Fine Print Policies and Procedures

It is important for all volunteers and staff to be familiar with this. See the policies and procedures here and http://pbs.org.au/policy. The Policies and Procedures Handbook ensures that PBS remains in safe compliance with the Codes of Practice and other relevant legislation. It also positions PBS volunteers, announcers and staff to operate with a shared, clear understanding of how things work at PBS. Please read it carefully. And if you’re inspired, why not consider becoming a PBS shareholder?