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18 The Link Magazine • October 1997
Writing for the Press
Vre&e4Jir Do you have a wardrobe of Introductory courses for would-be journalists, called Writing for the

te Occam unwanted, but modern, Press, are to be held in Swindon starting in October.
unfitting clothes? "Editors are always looking for work to media deadlines.
"The courses are suitable for
We can sell & replace your entire good news and feature stories,"
Handmade gowns
wardrobe at affordable prices. So said tutor Mike Stares, a local free- those considering a future career
and cocktail wear why not call into Wiltshire's largest.A lance journalist whose courses are in the media, or for people who
new and as new clothing agency officially accredited by the Na- would like to write articles, on a
For sale or hire with the great reputation tional Council for the Training of freelance basis, about their inter-
Journalists (NCTJ). ests or expertise," said Mike.
To discuss your 59 North Street (Off Eastcott Hill) The programme has a strong "Alternatively, they might con-
requirements, Old Town, Swindon practical emphasis rather than a sider becoming a correspondent
Xf Tel: (01793) 695223
call Hilary on lecture format, and is aimed at for The Link!"
NEEDEDI Immaculate Autumn and
(01666) 510306. building confidence and sharpen- A one-day course is to be held
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Open: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat 1000am -400pm news and how to find it; inter- both held in Old Town.
viewing and note-taking; market- For more details, contact Mike
ing and presentation, plus how to on 485461.
of
CLOTH GOLD Newcomer on the estate agent scene
A new estate agency has been es-
Exciting new dress fabrics tablished to serve the housing mar-
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Peter Hall has established Green
For craft enthusiasts, we have Abbey Estates on Thames Avenue
after several years with Allen &
patchwork fabrics, cross stitch & Harris gaining experience valuing
tapestry kits, plus great ideas for Christmas and selling properties across North
Swindon. In 1993 he was their top
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"We pride ourselves on making
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easier for you," said Peter
Green Abbey Estates can be con-
GODDARD tacted on 531734.

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