Just a quick reminder that the HOP is tomorrow! It's a Melbourne get together for the Mittagundi and Wollangarra supporters at the Collingwood Children's Farm. There are live bands, a hearty roast dinner and a bar from 7pm. More details - http://mittagundi.org.au/thehop
Your Life, Your Experience...
Mittagundi is an opportunity for young people 14 to 18 to live and enjoy the challenges of a remote and simple lifestyle. On a Mittagundi program you will hike across the High Plains, raft the mighty Mitta River, abseil off a big rock and live in a remote pioneer style village. Plus you get a week off school. So what are you waiting for...
Welcome to MITTAGUNDI
May update - Meet the Crew, The Hop and Winter Volunteers
Posted on Monday, May 03, 2010
Melbourne 'Meet the Crew' Night
The Mittagundi team are coming down from the hills to the big smoke to say hi. Come and have dinner, trade stories and meet or reconnect with the awesome 2010 crew. See how much hairier they have become. All welcome.
Where: The Union Club Hotel, 164 Gore St, Fitzroy, Melbourne.
When: 7pm, Thursday 27th of May
RSVP to tom@mittagundi.org.au.
The Hop
Every year in middle of winter a group of passionate supporters and curious onlookers gather at the rustic barn at the Collingwood Children's Farm for a night of fun and dancing.
Why? To raise funds so that Wollangarra and Mittagundi can continue providing amazing experiences for Young People in the outdoors.
Its is a great opportunity to catch up with the amazing Melbourne based Wollangarra and Mittagundi Community. Loads of bands, food stall, full bar plus delicious mulled wine.
Where: Collingwood Children's Farm, 18 St Heliers St, Abbotsford.
When: 7pm, Saturday 26th of June
Winter Volunteers for August
Winter is an especially busy time at Mittagundi. We run action packed ski programs and need extra hands on deck. It's a great opportunity for those curious to see a program in action to come up and help out. You don't need any special skills, however if you are an Outdoor Ed/ Rec student we would be especially excited to hear from you.
We still have some spots available for August so if you are interested give Jac a call on 03 5159 7238.
March Update
Posted on Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Big Thanks!
The response from the last newsletter was amazing. We filled programs and got some fantastic helpers to run them so a BIG THANKS to all of you who helped spread the word. We really appreciate it!
Program News
Its all go at Mittagundi at the moment. Back to back programs all the way up to the end of May. The May programs are nearly full, however we still have a few places left in our April programs.
We have places available on our:
Girls Course 371 (2nd April - 11th April)Boys Course 372 (16th - 25th April)
So if you're a young person keen for a new experience or know of any young person ready for the opportunites at Mittagundi send them our way.
Click here for more information and to book online
Position Available - Program Manager
We're looking of a skilled Outdoor Ed'er to join our team. This position is designed for a person with solid outdoor and group leading experience. The key responsibilities are to support the Director in all Program related duties and team management. It's a great opportunity to continue your professional development at Mittagundi would be invaluable to the right professional outdoor educator.
Download the Position Description and Application details here
Mittagundi Melbourne Catch Up
Sometimes Melbourne can feel like a long way away from Mittagundi so we're getting the community together in Melbourne!
When: Thursday 1st of April, 7ish
Where: The Union Hotel, 164 Gore Street, Fitzroy
RSVP: To tom@mittagundi.org.au (or join the event on facebook) by Tuesday 30th so I can book a spot.
Everyone is welcome. You can have dinner, a drink or just pop in and say hi. Bring your mates!
Job Available - Fast Start! - Sessional Outdoor Leaders
Posted on Monday, February 15, 2010
Mittagundi is looking for Sessional Outdoor Leaders with great skills and experience to fill positions on the coming 9 day programs.
Update: All these positions have been filled. Thanks to all who helped spread the word!
The dates that we need Leaders for are:
| Girls Program 369 | 25th February - 7th March - filled |
| Boys Program 370 | 11th March - 21st March |
| Girls Program 371 | 1st April - 11th April |
| Boys Program 372 | 16th April - 25th April - Already filled |
| Girls Program 373 | 29th April - 9th May |
| Boys Program 374 | 14th May - 23th May - Already filled |
You are welcome to apply for one program or for all of them.
It is a great opportunity come to the picturesque Glen Valley and see Mittagundi renowned 9 day programs in action.
Positions are filling fast so please don't delay getting in touch. Download the Position Description here.
Able to commit for 4 to 12 months?
We have another position available for someone who is able to commit for a longer period of time - either 4 or 12 months. If the role appeals and you would like to commit for a longer period download the Position Description here.
We're looking forward to hearing from you!
Jac Semmler
Mittagundi Director
(03) 5159 7238
Young People: Girls Course 369 and Boys Course 370 - Places open!
Posted on Thursday, February 04, 2010
2010 has kicked off at Mittagundi with the new happy and busy leaders looking forward to the fun and challenging nine day courses to begin!
We have places available on our Girls Course 369 (Fri 26th of Feb to Sun 7th March) and Boys Course 370 (Fri 12th March to Sun 21st March). So if your a young person keen for a new experience or know of any young person ready for the opportunites at Mittagundi check out the information here or call us anytime on (03) 5159 7238 to confirm your place.
Employment: One chance left to be part of Mittagundi in 2010
Posted on Wednesday, February 03, 2010
Mittagundi is looking for one more leader to join our exciting and inspiring team in 2010. To compliment our existing skills and strengths we are searching for the right person with previous experience or qualifications in outdoor leading, education or recreation. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain meaningful experiences with young people and intensive training in a community/youth based outdoor education centre where people are the most important thing. Curious? Call Jac at Mittagundi on (03) 5159 7238 for more info
Winter Leader position - July and August
Mittagundi also has a 'Winter Leader' position opening for the months of July and August for an outdoor leader with cross country skiing and snow camping experience. A chance work with closely with young people, to be part of Mittagundi and the stunning Bogong High Plains this winter. Call Jac at Mittagundi on (03) 5159 7238 to find out more.
Winter Volunteers
We are also keen for volunteers to help out during the busy season. Click here for more info and
Mittagundi December Update
Posted on Sunday, December 06, 2009
Applications are still open for Team 2010...
Its not too late to become a part of the Mittagundi Team in 2010. If you are looking for a fresh challenge then check it out.
If you know someone who might be interested please send this on...
Mittagundi Open Weekend January 15th to 17th
Once a year we invite the entire Mittagundi community to come and stay for a fun weekend of activities and catch ups.
Starting with a Bush Dance at the Glen Valley Hall on the Friday night and continuing through Saturday and Sunday with pioneer skills demonstrations, lots of fun and games, and a big roast on the Saturday night.
This year is extra special as pioneer skills also marks the handover of the Directors. We will be celebrating the contribution of Jack and
Faith over 3 years as Directors and welcoming our new Director Jacqui, and her team.
Put the date in your diary and join the newsletter. More info will be up here soon.
Annoucing our new Director! - Congratulations Jacqui Semmler
Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2009
After a search spanning the country we have found a new Director to lead Mittagundi from the start of 2010.
Directing Mittagundi is an exciting, challenging and at times exhausting experience and we wish Jacquie all the best for her three year journey.
It is customary at Mittagundi to employ two directors at a time and so we are on the hunt for an inspiring co-director to work with Jacqui.
If you know anyone who has a passion for leading young people through challenging programs in the beautiful Victorian bush and the skills and experience to be a valuable part of the team please send them this way!
More Info on the Directors Job
Interested or know someone who might be? - Contact Jacqui - jac@mittagundi.org.au - she is currently working at Wollangarra so she may take until the weekends to get back to you.
Want to join the Staff Team for 2010?
See the blog post below for all the details or download them here so you can print it, attach it or otherwise tell all your friends!
Support Mittagundi - Buy some wine!
Posted on Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Wine orders are now closed for 2009. Join the newsletter and we will email you when the wine fundraiser for 2010!
Every year the wonderful Pizzini Family winery donate some fabulous wine for us to sell to our supporters. This is one of our major fundraisers and helps us to keep Mittagundi operating. Don't miss this opportunity to buy quality wine and feel great about it!
Come to the Wine Bottling! Saturday 19th of December. All Welcome.
Directions
From Wangaratta take the Oxley Flats road (initially Faithful St then Wilson Road) out of Wangaratta. Turn left onto the Snow Road (Glenrowan – Myrtleford Road) after approx. 16km. Proceed along snow road for approx 7km. Turn right into Illawong Road. After 300m veer right into Yarrabee Road. After 1.93km you will come to 3 letterboxes on your left, the first has 193 on it. Park the car here and walk 200 metres down to the house. If geographical embarrassment occurs, ring 5727 0527. LIGHT BARBECUE LUNCH AND SAMPLING PROVIDED FROM 1 PM.
Looking for an extraordinary experience for 2010?
Posted on Tuesday, August 11, 2009
How about a fresh adventure? A big challenge? A place to develop your personal and professional skills in the spectacular setting of the Victorian High Plains?
Each year Mittagundi provides an opportunity for six people to join our staff team and have the experience of a life time.
As a member of our team you get to live and work at Mittagundi, a remote and beautiful pioneer property in Victoria’s High Country. It is a simple life. You will be a crucial part of team delivering life changing experiences for young people on our Summer and Winter programs. We support you with great skills and courses like Wilderness First Aid, Management and Team training, Rafting & White water, 4WD, Chainsaw, plus a few others...So. If you have a desire to live in a simple, honest and happy way, an urge to do something just a bit different, and a deep sense of the value of working with young people in challenging environments to achieve amazing outcomes this could be an opportunity for you.
To make a great team we look for a diverse range of skills and experiences. In the past team members have included school leavers, uni students, teachers, outdoor ed professionals, engineers, and most of all just genuinely passionate people! There are no special boxes that you need to have ticked. Just a bit of energy and passion and the desire to 'give it a go'.
The position is for 12 months and in exchange for your awesome energy Mittagundi provides all your food and board (yes - you can eat as much as you like!), intensive training and skills development that continues for the whole year, and a little bit of cash to keep the wheels turning ($6000 per year). We know it ain't much but the experience is worth it.
Find out more
More info or like to have a chat about it? Call Faith at Mittagundi on 03 5159 7238.
Applications
Send your application via snail mail to Directors, Mittagundi, c/o Omeo PO, VIC 3898.
It is great for us to have applications by the 31st of October 09.
If you have any general questions and would like to chat to an ex-staff member (2002) send me an email at tom@mittagundi.org.au. Sorry - you can't apply via email or contact Faith on it cause there is no electricity at Mittagundi.
Spread the word...
Please forward to anyone you feel may be interested.
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