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24 October 2024
Sports Awards Nominations Open
Nominations for the Orkney Sports Awards 2024 will open shortly, giving people living in Orkney the opportunity to shine a light on outstanding individuals or teams who have demonstrated remarkable…
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15 October 2024
Coach development takes off in Orkney
Sports and clubs across Orkney have praised a multi-partnership funding scheme which is allowing them to train up coaches and officials.
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8 October 2024
Get active this autumn with the 2024 October Holiday Programme!
If you are unsure of how to occupy the days during the October school holidays, then look no further, for we have just the answer!
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4 October 2024
Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week - Amy Golder
Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week from Monday 30 September - Sunday 6 October is firmly established as a highly recognisable campaign supported by sportscotland, Scottish governing bodies,…
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30 September 2024
Women and Girls in Sport Week - leading on sports development - Elaine Harcus
Leading on sports development at Orkney Islands Council is North o’ the Galt’s Elaine Harcus, who always knew she wanted to pursue a career in sport.
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30 September 2024
Women and Girls in Sport Week - Helga Flett - pedalling her way to success
This annual campaign is now in its eighth year and is firmly established as a highly recognisable campaign supported by sportscotland, Scottish governing bodies of Sport, Active Schools and wider key…
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30 September 2024
Women and Girls in Sport Week - young “inspirational” Orkney kayaker selected for “Fit for Girls” programme
This years’ Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week is being held from Monday 30 September - Sunday 6 October.
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26 September 2024
Artists and crafters – don’t miss once a year VACMA funding from Creative Scotland.
The Visual Artists and Craft Makers (VACMA) Award is now open for applications by Orkney artists, with a higher level of grant for experienced artists this year.
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25 September 2024
Feasibility of Orkney visitor levy scheme to be investigated
The introduction of a visitor levy scheme in Orkney is to be investigated after Councillors today (24 September) recommended funding of up to £20k to carry out a number of feasibility activities.
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24 September 2024
Celebrating 20 years of Active Schools - More Children, More Active, More Often
This year marks 20 years of Active Schools – delivered in partnership by local authorities and sportscotland.