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The first ever multicultural youth census is now open!
The MY Australia multicultural youth census is the first national study seeking to understand more about the needs, values and future aspirations of people from refugee and migrant backgrounds.
If you are a multicultural young person, take the survey and spread the word! Survey closes on 15 October 2017.
Take the Survey
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NCOSS to launch PBS in Anti-Poverty Week!
Anti-Poverty Week (APW) from 15-21 October is a time when we can come together to tackle poverty. Poverty and severe hardship affect more than a million Australians, and in NSW 1 in 7 children are growing up in poverty.
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CFCA News
Playgroups in Australia: Building the evidence base
This new suite of resources aim to assist in the development and running of high-quality and consistent playgroups, and to further build the evidence base for their effectiveness in meeting outcomes for families and children.
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Your NDIS Questions Answered
The NDIS has rolled out in the Mid North Coast
Local Area Coordinators (LAC) are here to support you with your transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). One way we can help is by offering an initial 20 minute consultation questions can be asked about the scheme.
These consultations are taking place in Macksville, Bellingen, Wauchope, Coffs Harbour, Nambucca, Kempsey and Port Maquarie over the next two months.
Click here to view the timetable.
If you would like to schedule a meeting with an LAC, please call 1800 522 679 or email paula.dowd@ndis.gov.au |
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Mid North Coast LGBTIQ+ Rainbow Fair
Saturday 21 October 2017 | 11:00am-5:00pm | Park Beach Reserve, Coffs Harbour
Rainbow Fair is an all-inclusive event that aims to celebrate and unite our LGBTIQ+ youth and families with the wider community. This day is dedicated to sending a strong message that the LGBTIQ+ youth and families are respected, welcomed and valued within the Mid North Coast Communities.
Face Painting, Food Vans, Music Acts, Speeches, Workshops .... and more!
Open the flyer here. |
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Building the Wellbeing of Young People
Friday 10 November 2017 | 9:00am - 5:00pm | Southern Cross University, Coffs Harbour
This is a world class learning opportunity for anyone with an interest in enhancing the health and success of our young people. The day consists of two masterclasses, engaging wellbeing activities, and special guest speakers. It is fully catered, with entertainment and wellbeing prizes.
Guest speakers include; Dan Haesler, Michele Chevalley Hedge and Mark Le Messurier
Early bird tickets now available until Friday 20 October. Don't miss out!
Visit the website here | Purchase tickets here |
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Autism Expert Professor Tony Attwood
Friday 20 October | 9:00am - 3:30pm | Port Macquarie Panthers | Tickets $40
Learn about the cognitive abilities of people on the autism spectrum and strategies to manage emotions.
Professor Tony Attwood is a clinical psychologist with expertise on autism and Asperger's syndrome. In this workshop he will explore two topics: cognitive abilities and managing feelings.
Paid tickets are still available at a highly subsidised rate!
Click here to book your tickets with Sticky Tickets.
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Webinar: Improving your practice with Better Access' new Telehealth options
Tuesday 17 October 2017 | 7:15pm AEDT | Duration - 75 minutes
Join the interdisciplinary panel discussion of Warren's story.
Registrations close at midnight on Monday 16 October 2017
CPD points may be claimed for viewing this webinar. More information including how to register here. |
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Youth Work Conference 2017
25 & 26 October | SMC, Sydney
It a time of change for the youth sector, and to ensure everyone is equipped to manage the new system, we are bringing some of Australia's foremost experts together. These people are the leaders in the most critical aspects of working with young people - adolescent development, youth work practice, youth participation, program design and outcomes measurement/evaluation. Do not miss this rare chance to connect with the sector and learn from the experts.
View the full program and find out more.. |
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Family Law and Urban Myths: Free forum!
Friday 13 October 2017 | 11:00am - 1:00pm | Gurehlgam Healing Room, Grafton
Separating families often face a range of challenges and need both legal and non-legal advise and support.
Lear about strengthening family relationships, legal rights and responsibilities and assisting families through separation.
Visit the site to find out more by clicking here. |
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Term 4 Course Guide
Nationally Recognised Training and Leisure Courses are now available.
Click here to open the course guide.
Contact the friendly staff on 6652 5378 or visit www.coffscollege.nsw.edu.au |
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DV Alert: Bellingen
23-24 October 2017 | 8:45am - 4:30pm | Bellingen Valley Lodge Conference Centre
This training enables health, allied health and frontline workers to confidentially:
1) Recognise signs of domestic and family violence
2) Respond with appropriate care
3) Refer people experiencing or at risk of domestic and family violence to appropriate support services
Read the full flyer here | Apply for the training here
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Volunteer and make a difference
Uniting are currently seeking mini-bus drivers to assist in the transportation of families to their various programs.
View the full flyer here.
To register your interest please call Uniting on 6659 2800 |
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Adoption Connections in Coffs Harbour
Monday 16 October 2017 | 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Coffs Harbour Cavenbah Centre | free
An opportunity for people affected by adoption and their family members to find out more about post adoption, current developments and "down the track" issues.
Please RSVP before 25 September on (02) 9504 6788.
View the flyer here. |
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Youth Mini Olympics
Wednesday 18 October 2017 | 10:00am - 2:00pm | Services Club Park, Kempsey
As part of mental health month organisations are invited to:
- Bring a team of 10 (including at least one worker + young people 12-25)
- And or bring a stall with an activity included (something mentally healthy, colouring, jig saws, jenga, bowling or whatever you can think of).
View the poster for more details here.
Open the Mini Olympics registration form here.
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Adam Goodes Talent Program
3-5 November 2017 | Redfern | Applications close 18 October 2017
This is an AFL leadership and player development program for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men aged 12-15 years old from across NSW/ACT, funded by Transport for NSW.
All transport, food and accommodation costs are covered.
View the flyer here. |
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Hats Off! to 20 Fabulous Years
Monday 20 November | 7:30pm | Sydney Lyric Theatre | Prices from $69.00
ACON, in association with Oz Showbiz Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (OSCEFA), is proud to present HATS OFF! HO20!
To celebrate this milestone Hats Off! will be performed on the stage of the Sydney Lyric Theartre on the set of Beautiful - The Carole King Musical.
Click here to find out more about this exciting event.
Book tickets here.
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Bringing Up Great Kids Program: Starting Soon!
Thursday 19 October | 10:00am - 12:15pm | Parkside Building, Taree
A six week program to assist you in parenting your children, develop strategies to manage your parenting approach and learn about the importance of building self-esteem in children.
Click here to find out more. |
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Pony Petting Parties
Would you like to help assist our charity and 'LEARN from Horses' by organising a Pony Petting Party for children of any age group?
Learn from horses Inc. provides an equine assisted life coaching program to benefit disadvantaged, disengaged and disenfranchised individuals throughout the Mid North Coast.
For more information contact Deb and Rod O'Mally on 6585 6555
View the full flyer here.
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Our Coast Pridefest Celebration
Saturday 21 October | 5:00pm onwards | Park Beach Bowls Club, Coffs Harbour Entry $10
Proudly supporting the local LGBTI+ youth and community.
This event offers barefoot bowling, 'Drag Me To Heaven' Dragshow, 'Queen of Irelend' Film screening and a DJ & Dance after party.
Click here to open the flyer. |
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Reclaim the Night March
Thursday 26 October 2017 | 6:30pm-8:00pm | Meeting point: Glasshouse Forecourt, Port Macquarie
Supporting the right to feel safe at night. Put on your walking shoes, bring your family and friends and together, lets make a difference.
Free BBQ & Live Music!
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2017 White Ribbon Coastal Walk
Sunday 26 November | 3 walks to choose from
The White Ribbon Coastal Walk is a FREE community event aimed at raising awareness awareness about White Ribbon Day, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Click here to view the full flyer. |
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Disability & AGed Care News
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Public Consultation: Re-design of dementia consumer supports
In January 2016, the Australian Government announced it would work with stakeholders to develop an improved range of consumer supports for people living with dementia, their families and carers.
A consultation paper has been developed to explore and seek stakeholder feedback on the proposed suite of supports.
The consultation opened on Wednesday 4 October and will close on 15 November 2107.
For more information and to participate, visit the Consultation Hub. |
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Retirement Villages Inquiry
Retirement village residents and interested community members are invited to attend a community forum to have their say on retirement village living.
Places are limited - book your free community forum seat at events.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au or call 13 32 20 |
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New Resources Released
The ACCC has released a number of resources including fact sheets and videos designed for consumers with a disability, their carers and support networks relating to consumer rights around product or service for NDIS participants.
They can be found by clicking here. |
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Still space at some regional locations for the final free DJP training
This free one-day training is being held in 27 locations across the state. These classes start on 20 October, and will run until 30 November. The topic is 'Custody to Community for People with Cognitive Disability".
Full details of venues and dates available can be found on the DJP website. Register for training here. |
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Social Change & Community Engagement
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Upcoming Workshop Learning Opportunities
A number of one day workshops and masterclasses will be available in the next few months.
Find out more here |
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Innovation in Community Engagement: Conference and Workshop
13 & 14 November 2017 | Sydney | Early bird tickets available
Innovation in Community Engagement is our chance to come together for two inspiring and energising days of presentations, provocations and experimentation where we can share our experience and explore the latest approaches to leading authentic and lasting community engagement.
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Disability Sector Scale-up: Business Acceleration Grants program
The Department of Industry is inviting proposals from organisations through the Business Acceleration Grants program.
The Disability Sector Scale-Up (DSSU) Business Acceleration Grants program will help business make the most of the economic growth opportunities available from the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Applications close 30 October 2017.
Find out more here. |
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Community Child Care Fund (CCCF)
The Community Child Care Fund (CCCF) is part of the Australian Government’s new Child Care Safety Net, which contributes to giving the most vulnerable children a strong start in life while supporting parents into work. Grants provided under the CCCF are intended to supplement fee income received from families, including Child Care Subsidy and Additional Child Care Subsidy payments.
Closing date: 2 November 2017
More information and to apply |
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Women NSW Domestic & Family Violence Innovation Fund Round 2 Expression of Interest
The Domestic and Family Violence Innovation Fund Round 2 is now open. The fund seeks to deliver outcomes that break the inter-generational cycle of domestic and family violence and improve the safety of women, men and children in NSW. This round will provide up to $10 million in funding for new and innovative projects in the areas of prevention, early intervention and crisis responses to domestic and family violence.
Closing date: 20 October 2017, 5:00pm
Download guidelines
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Anzac Community Grants Program
The Anzac Community Grants Program provides small grants for a range of projects that educate NSW communities about the services and sacrifices of current and former military servicemen and women, and projects which support activities benefiting the NSW veteran community.
Closing date: 11 November 2017
More information
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