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Feedback Sought on New Standard Agreement Covering Human Services
The draft NSW Human Services Agreement and the Funding and Service Schedule are currently open for feedback from non-government (NGO's) and NSW Government agencies.
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Review of the Guardianship Act 1987
The NSW Law Reform Commission is currently undertaking a review of the Guardianship Act.This review will be conducted through the release of a series of question papers which ask for answers to questions based on different areas of the act.
For more information on the reform click here.
The Mid North Coast Community Legal Centre (MNCCLC) is looking to put together a submission to the first question paper, ‘Conditions for alternative decision-making arrangements’. MNCCLC believe that many of the clients which you work with may have valuable contributions to make to this inquiry; particularly those who have been subject to a guardianship act or are likely to be subject to one in the near future. Read more.
For more information about Mid North Coast Community Legal Centre visit their site by clicking here.
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Targeted Earlier Intervention Program Reform
Newsletter Edition 20. Click here to view the Newsletter. |
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Promote Healthy Living by Sharing your 'Healthy Life, Healthy You' pic and WIN!
The Mid North Coast Local Health District has launched a photographic competition to get Australian communities thinking and talking about what good health means to them. There are over $45,000 worth of prizes to be won.
Categories include: Primary School | High School | Mobile and Over 18s.
Visit the Competition website by clicking here.
For queries about the competition guidelines and how to enter email your query to: yourhealth@ncahs.health.nsw.gov.au
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NCOSS says... Funding Boost for Early Childhood Education and Care Welcome
Preschool will become more affordable for children in low-income families following a $115 million funding boost from the NSW Government.
Click here to view the NCOSS eNews Issue 17, Volume 3 | 15 September |
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Get Involved with Preventing Homelessness
The NSW Government is calling on everyone with an interest in preventing homelessness to have their say on a new discussion paper 'Foundations for Change – Homelessness in NSW'.
This year the NSW Government is spending $188 million on specialist homelessness services that will respond to around 58,000 people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Click here for the discussion paper and further details. |
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Youth Work Awards Nominations
Entries close Sunday 30 October, 5:00pm AEST.
The NSW Youth Work Awards are an annual celebration of the exceptional work of youth services and youth workers in NSW. The awards are an opportunity for the NSW Youth Work Sector to recognise those who provide an outstanding contribution to the health, safety and wellbeing of young people in NSW.
To submit a nomination, please click here to complete the online form.
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WOW Women of the World 2016
15 October | 10:00am - 5:00pm | Boambee Creek Reserve
Mentoring the younger generation, handing over from Elders to Youth.
Come along for the day and experience workshops, performance, fun and connection.
Click here for more information. |
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Promoting the Wellbeing of Young People Masterclass
4 November | Coffs Harbour
This is an exciting regional non-profit professional development initiative coming to Coffs Harbour. We have 3 incredible guest workshop facilitators for our inaugural regional masterclass including Dr Tim Sharp (aka Dr "Happy")! It is suitable for all health, community and education professionals working with young people. Please share with your networks and support the messagae that wellbeing is an essential building block for us all!
Like our facebook Page, view the flyer or click here for more details including registration!
LESS THAN TWO WEEKS till early bird ticket prices end! |
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Let's Do the Time Warp Again!
15 October | 10:30 - 2:00pm | Norm Jordan Pavillion (Coffs Harbour Showground)
After such a successful event last year we are planning a second Zombie Walk to promote Mental Health Month and the importance of positive mental health, wellbeing and awareness. Last year 300 Zombies took to the streets around the Jetty area and created an amazing spectacle. Take a look at the footage by clicking here.
We would love your participation this year. This can come in many forms – see attached brief to find out more or visit Nexus HQ’s Facebook Page! Also attached is the Zombie Walk poster to print out, display and share!
Click here to view the poster - print out, display and share! |
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Breakdown The Stigma
7 October | 2:00pm - 10:00pm | Coffs City Centre
This fantastic event will be held as part of Mental Heath Month. It is a youth driven and organised event in partnership with Headspace Coffs Harbour. It aims to raise awareness about youth mental health issues and where young people can get support through local services. 1 in 4 young Australians will experience mental health issues and most of them will not seek help.
Breakdown The Stigma will be a free, all ages and no alcohol/drugs event.
If your service or organisation is planning on having a stall, please send in your registration form by Friday 30th September. Click here to access this form.
Click here for more information on the event. |
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Booroongen Djugun College - First Aid Training
Proposed date 14 October 2016 | 9:00am - 3:00pm | $160 per person
Now taking expressions of interest!
Participants who successfully complete the training will achieve:
HLTAID003 Provide First Aid
HLTAID001 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
To view the full flyer click here.
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Share It Kit
The Share it Kit is designed by St George Accommodation for Youth Inc. to assist young people to successfully live in shared accommodation through gaining practical knowledge and skills. The Kit suits workers who support these young people, especially those leaving transitional / crisis and supported accommodation.
Click here to open the Share It Kit. |
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ACOSS National Conference 2016
17 & 18 November | Australian Technology Park, Eveleigh
ACOSS is thrilled to announce that Emeritus Professor Gillian Triggs, President of the Australian Human Rights Commission, will be delivering a keynote address at the ACOSS National Conference 2016.
Find out more and register by clicking here.
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Therapeutic and Community Responses to Suicide and Despair Workshop
17 October | 9:00am - 4:00pm | Port Macquarie | $170 (including lunch and light refreshments)
This workshop is designed to explore ways of responding that are therapeutic and encourage a stronger connection to life for those we work with.
For more course information click here.
To register click here. |
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eSafety Women's Workshop - Empowering Women to Take Control Online
21 November | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Port Macquarie
This free workshop will cover areas such as technology-facilitated abuse and its relationship to domestic violence.
Click here for further information.
To register your attendance please email: eSafetyWomen@eSafety.gov.au
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Nationally Accredited Trauma-Informed Care 1 Day Training
12 October | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Coffs Harbour
Be one of the first services, organisations or agencies in Australia to gain accreditation and competency for your staff in Workplace Wellbeing Institute's new Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) Module.
Early bird ticket available for $795 + GST.
For more information click here. To register click here. |
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KidsQuit Smoking Cessation Brief Intervention E-learning
The objectives of KidsQuit are to increase knowledge of the 5A’s of smoking cessation, boost confidence in performing brief interventions and provide resources and support to professionals. The training is suited for not only health professionals, but any professional who comes into contact with adolescents or parents and carers who smoke. This free online interactive program takes approximately 30 minutes to complete and is backed by evidence-based research.
Click here to access the free training.
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Upcoming Events!
Certainly one of our biggest challenges is finding and connecting with others in the autism & aspergers community so now that we have a few events up on our events page we invite you to take a look.
Click here to visit the page. |
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Coffs Coast 'Carers Connecting' Day Out
To celebrate Carers Week 2016 you are invited to this fun day out for carers in Nambucca, Bellingen and Coffs Harbour.
Registration - phone Carers NSW on 6650 0512
To view the full flyer click here. |
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Kempsey Library Activities for the Kids
For the upcoming school holidays library staff are offering two activities;
Wildlife Information session, Thursday 29 September from 11:00-11:30am. This will give kids aged 5-10 years an opportunity to meet our local FAWNA expert and learn about wildlife rescue. Younger children may attend if accompanied by an adult. Bookings are essential as places are limited, so please contact the Library on 6566 3210 to secure your spot.
Teddy Bears Picnic, Friday 7 October from 1:30pm-3:00pm. Bring your teddy bear or favourite soft toy and join us for stories, songs and games. No need to book, just turn up for this one.
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Fee Free Scholarship for people over 15 who have experienced DV.
If you are experiencing or have experienced domestic violence, you and your dependants may be eligible for a government subsidy which covers your Smart and Skilled course fee.
Click here to find out more. |
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Stress Less Day!
Wednesday 19 October | 11:30am - 2:00pm | Kempsey TAFE Campus
A fantastic day out to support Mental Health Month. Activities include; free BBQ, Games, Music, Massage, Zumba, Art and more.
Find out more by clicking here. |
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What's On at My Choice Matters this Month
Check out our upcoming Get More Skills workshops below and get more Choice, Voice and Control in your life.
Click here to read on. |
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A Letter to Australians with Disability, their Families and Carers from Bruce Bonyhady NDIA Chair
This letter was released in September 2016. Click here to continue. |
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You Can Help Young People with Disability in NSW with Only a Few Moments of Your Time
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) is liaising with universities, TAFE, advocacy organisations, schools and community groups in NSW looking for input from young people with disability about a ‘Young People with Disability Network NSW.’
Can you spare five minutes to complete the following survey that will help us identify the most important issues for young people with disability. This network is for people with disability more so than those living with people with disability.
Click here to find the survey. |
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Meet, Greet and Yarn
Every Monday (starting 22nd August) | 11.30am | Taree
Your opportunity to come along, have a yarn and meet people who work towards improving Aboriginal Education in your area.
Click here for more information. |
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DISABILITY AND AGED CARE NEWS
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Aged Care Workforce Census
Residential Care, Home Care, Multi-Purpose Services, Innovative Care and Transition Care Service Providers to Complete Census by 23 September.
Click here to learn more. |
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New Early Childhood Resources Available
Did you know research suggests developmental delay occurs in up to 10% of kids under eight? We have recently released a range of new early childhood resources to help explain how the NDIS can help children with developmental delay or disability.
Follow the link to find out more. |
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW)
Australian Institute of Health and Welfare released a Regional Aged Care Profiles Tool. The Regional Aged Care Profiles Tool is an interactive tool which presents graphical and tabular information on recipients of aged care services and operational government-funded aged care places for a selected aged care planning.
Click here to access the tool. |
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social change and community involvement
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Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation Community Grants Workshop
Thursday 6 October 2016 | 10:00am - 12:00pm | Club Taree
You are invited to our free two hour workshop to help you understand how the Charitable Foundation works, how you can apply for funds for your important community project and how applications are assessed.
A light lunch will be provided.
Click here to find out more and RSVP. |
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