I've been asked to pass this along. The original deadline of 31 August has been extended to 21 September.
------- Forwarded message follows ------- Do you know anyone with an award winning Waterside regeneration project...? Well there are only a couple of weeks left to get recognition in The Waterways Renaissance Awards 2008 with The Waterways Trust and BURA BURA, The Waterways Trust and all our category sponsors are once again proud, in this the sixth year of these awards, to be at the forefront of celebrating the achievements of those driving this important regeneration process. Seeking to promote projects which have helped to create sustainable and inclusive communities where people want to live, work and visit. The waterways renaissance encompasses all types of projects and developments. As well as innovative engineering schemes, exciting multi-use developments and sustainable environmental initiatives, local communities are also investing time and energy in their waterways and reaping the benefits by creating cleaner, safer public spaces. Waterways are being transformed into accessible corridors connecting communities and offering sustainable transport and recreation opportunities. The categories and sponsors for this year's awards are: * Area-based Regeneration - Sponsored by ARUP * Community - Sponsored by Defra * Design & Construction - Sponsored by ISIS Waterside Regeneration * Education & Learning - Sponsored by Crosby Lend Lease * Historic Environment - Sponsored by Royal Haskoning * Innovation - Sponsored by Halcrow * Natural Environment - Sponsored by Natural England * Partnership - Sponsored by Morrison Construction Ltd * Recreation & Tourism - Sponsored by St George plc. * Strategy & Masterplanning - Sponsored by Wood Wharf Limited Partnership Get your project recognised! Recognition through these prestigious awards mark our winners out as truly inspirational leaders in the renaissance of our waterways and offers delivery partners and project champions the opportunity to celebrate their achievements on the national stage. The closing date for entries has now been extended unitl 21st September 2007. Further details are also available at http://firsthand.bura.org.uk <http://firsthand.bura.org.uk/> or by contacting the awards team on 020 7539 4030 or by e-mailing [EMAIL PROTECTED] To view the entry nomination flyer click here <http://www.bura.org.uk/attachments/Awards2008-Final(singles).pdf> James Rolleston Best Practice Officer 0207 5394045 BURA ------- End of forwarded message -------
