Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Free Software for Not-for-Profits

When I was at conference in Aussie last year I heard about an organization called Donortec. Basically, they administer a scheme where not-for-profits can get free software, hardware etc. I said I was from NZ and asked if we could access it here. They said no but it would be available in NZ in 2008. Well, it is here now! You can access the freebies through Techsoup:

http://www.techsoup.net.nz/about-techsoup-new-zealand

They only have Microsoft software at the moment but it will grow as other suppliers get on board with it. This is genuine MS software and just have a look at the list of stuff you can get! Those of us with networks can get all the latest server software and you can get Vista, XP and Office software with up to 50 licenses for a small admin fee.

If you have a look at the Donortec site you can see what may be available to us in the future:http://www.donortec.com.au/directory.

Let us know what bargains you pick up!

Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Disability and Health news

Hello out there.

If anyone is looking to read about their disability needs why not pop into DRC Queenstown and look at our collection of news letters and community booklets.

Right now we have the current newsletters from Barrier Free, Age Concern, the Deaf Association and DRC Southland's Capabilities.

Look forward to the release of DRC Queenstown's E-mail Newsletter, 'Potential'. Phone DRCQ on 0800 372 786 or E-mail info@drcqueenstown.co.nz to sign up to receive 'Potential'.

Come in to get a copy of 'Family Care NZ' magazine

Look forward to hearing from everyone

Regards
The DRCQueenstown team