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NCOSS Pre-Budget Submission News
After launching the NCOSS Pre-Budget Submission in October, NCOSS have been busy setting up meetings with Key Ministers, Shadow Ministers and Department representatives. So far the response is very positive.
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Fancy Dress & Cosplay Day
Saturday 25 February | 10:00am - 4:00pm | PCYC, Taree
Come along and join in the fun including best dressed runway contest, stalls, anime screening and more.
Click here to view the full flyer.
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Grow Your Own!
Next Session Thursday 2 February | Groundworks Youth Centre | Limited Spaces
Learn how to grow your own veggies with the friendly Groundworks staff over the next 6 months.
To find out more contact Bec on (02) 5632 4020 or view the flyer here. |
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Positive Parenting Program (2-12 Years)
Weekly session time: 10:00am - 12:30pm | Port Maquarie
This four week program runs two session times from February through to April.
Click here to find out more. |
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CSIR Alert
Community Sector Management - it's a tough gig!
The community sector has a reputation for doing great things on the smell of an oily rag. But the reality is great stuff only happens because of what our people do.
Click here to continue reading.
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New Workshop available in Taree
The role of infant observation principles in assessing and encouraging 'good enough' parenting.
This 2 day workshop has been developed to share information gained during a study fellowship
to the Tavistock and Portman Clinic in North London, the home of attachment theory and purposeful infant observation.
For more information contact Wendy Frost | ph: 9840 3359 | email: wendy.frost@health.nsw.gov.au |
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National Indigenous Mental Health & Wellbeing Forum
13-15 February | Pan Pacific, Perth
The forum initiates discussions around the staggering mental health condition among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and how Indigenous organisations, community groups, hospitals and healthcare providers can work together to tackle this situation.
Click here to view the updated event program.
Click here to register. |
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Building Connections Seminar - Port Macquarie
This is a three hour interactive seminar for parents having trouble sitting down together to work out what is best for their children since their separation.
Click here to find out more. |
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Workshop about Legal Issues for Young People involved with Sexting and Cyberbullying
Wednesday 8 February | 1:30pm - 3:30pm | Family Relations Centre, Taree
View the full flyer here. |
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Parents not Partners - Port Macquarie
This six session program for separated parents in conflict over the children. It is designed to improve emotional and developmental outcomes for children.
Find the dates and location here. |
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Shelter NSW's Housing Economics Lecture Series
It's not long to go til the 2017 Housing Economics for Non-Economists lecture series kicks off. One hour lectures are held every Tuesday afternoon in March, followed by a one hour q&a session with our experts.
Click here for further details.
Click here to book. |
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New Year, New Start, NewAccess!
NewAccess is facilitated by the North Coast Primary Health Network and is funded by beyondblue and is a FREE program that can support people over 18 towards reaching their goals. People can access the service over the phone (or face to face at select locations) and reaches people who are experiencing symptoms such as lack of motivation, insomnia, stress and other life challenges.
People can self refer by calling 1300 137 934
Inquiries can also be made on the beyondblue website. |
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Network Meeting Invitation
Monday 6 February | 11:30am - 1:30pm | Coffs Ex-Services Club
Guest speaker, Jennifer Melsness will be talking about the Mental Health Reform and what it may look like on the Mid North Coast.
Light refreshments provided. RSVP essential.
To register click here. |
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National Aboriginal Wellbeing Conference
29-30 March | Ballina Beach Resort, Ballina | Cost: $450 | Early Bird discount available
This year's conference theme is "Healing and Beyond"
Click here for more details. |
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Dads and Dirt
Tuesdays 4:00pm - 6:00pm during school terms | Taree Community Garden
Come and get your hands dirty, bring the kids and learn how to grow healthy nutritious food.
See the full flyer here. |
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Tuesdays with Tanya Women's Group
Commencing 31 January | 10:30am - 12:30pm | Garden Room at Taree Uniting Church
Our group ‘Tuesdays with Tanya’ helps women living with or recovering from a mental illness, or women who may be facing isolation issues, to participate in weekly activities to gain self-worth and confidence.
Click here to find out more. |
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A Night to Remember
Saturday 8 April | 6:00pm registration - midnight | Opal Cove Resort, Coffs Harbour | Tickets $95/person.
Take part in a glamorous night in The Ballroom and dance the night away with live entertainment from 'Secret Squirrel'.
Click here for further details.
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Advanced Care Planning Workshop
Monday 13 March | 9:00am - 4:00pm | Alzheimer's Australia NSW, Port Macquarie
Questions around who needs a plan, who can make a plan and how does a person with dementia undertake advance care planning will be answered.
Click here for further details. |
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National Indigenous Youth Parliament (NIYP)
NIYP are calling for people aged 16-25 years old to register their interest online here.
Lead My Learning would like to offer assistance in the application process for any youth interested in applying.
Interested applicants can contact Nyssa on (02) 4221 4172 or visit the Lead My Learning website.
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Help for Centrelink Debt!
Click here to view the numbers for free legal advice in Coffs Harbour and Port Maquarie.
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NSW Spectacles Program
Anyone interested can contact the customer service team on 1300 847 466 and ask for the Spectacles Program.
For more information about the program, please visit this webpage. |
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Nautilus Senior College
Click here to read a brochure for Port Macquarie Community College and their new school - Nautilus, a school for disengaged youths - grades 9-11. |
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Driving the Future of the Hastings
Thursday 2 February | 11:00am | Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre | Expression of interest information session
Are you looking to obtain a Medium Rigid Drivers License? Click here to find out more.
Thursday 2 February | 1:00pm | Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre | Volunteer Mentor Information Session
Interested in becoming a learner driver mentor? Click here to find out more. |
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Port Macquarie Community Information and Complaints Forum
Monday 13 March | 10:30am - 2:30pm | Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre
The Good Service Mob will be visiting Port Macquarie to talk about free complaint handling services available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Click here to find out more. |
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Disability and Aged Care News
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Latest News
Ken Wyatt appointed Minister for Aged Care in limited cabinet reshuffle. Click here to continue reading. |
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eNews Issue #32
First NDIS ILC grant applications now open. Learn more here. |
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Professional Education on Dementia Care
Monday 13 March | Two Sessions | Costs Apply | The Curan Centre, Coffs Harbour
Session One: Experiencing Dementia
Session Two: Meaningful Engagement in Activities.
Find out more here. |
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News for Services
A message from Les MacDonald. Click here to continue. |
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Free Community Information Day in Coffs Harbour
Navigating the Aged Care System to Stay at Home | 23 March | 3:00pm | Cavanbah Hall
This event is proudly sponsored by Mid Coast Communities. Click here to find out more. |
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Social Change & Community Engagement
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CFI News for January
Click here to find out about the masterclass being held on Evaluating Complex Community Change with Mark Cabaj |
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New Grants Available
Click here to read the January Newsletter and find out more about available funding opportunities. |
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