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MCL eNews December 2021 edition

We wish all of our My Community Life members and family a very happy, safe and well deserved break over this holiday period.  

Tell us what actions we need to take to build a healthy, safe and inclusive Kingston!


We've worked closely with the community to help identify priority health and wellbeing areas you want us to target.

Now we're working on action plans to help us get there, and we need your help!
Topics include physical activity, healthy eating, mental health, community safety and much more!

You can participate in a number of ways:
  • Complete our community survey about what needs to be done
  • Add your idea to improve health and wellbeing here - type your idea or add a photo or image
  • Come and talk to us at one of our community consultation events:
    • 18 December 2021 at Dingley Village Market 8.30am-1pm
Find out more about this project and how you can be involved at Your Kingston Your Say

Consultation will be open until 5pm Monday 20 December 2021
Following the Bureau of Meteorology’s recent announcement to expect La Niña weather patterns over the coming months, Kingston Council is contacting local community groups to remind them to be prepared, just in case.

Whilst no official warnings have been issued, this heavy rainfall announcement provides us with a timely reminder that many areas of Kingston are low-lying and it’s important we are ready for high rainfall events – especially as most flooding events have historically occurred between December and February.

Being prepared can help reduce the effects of flooding and reduce recovery costs.
  • Check local area flood guides
  • Build an Emergency Kit
  • Prioritise cleaning any drains, gutters and downpipes
  • Sign up to receive alerts and warnings from the VicEmergency app or website (www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond)
  • Store electrical equipment and valuables off the ground where possible
  • Make sure your members know what to do in case of an emergency, including emergency exit routes and assembly locations.
In a life-threatening emergency, call ‘000’; you can reach the SES Flood Storm Emergency line on 132 500. And the Vic Emergency Hotline is 1800 226 226.
Our Cultural Diversity Week Grants program is offering grants of up to $2,500 to assist the community to develop innovative projects to support Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities during the COVID-19 recovery phase. If you are a community or faith-based organisation and keen to work in partnership, be part of our journey in 2022!

Applications open Monday 15 November 2021 and close at 5pm on Monday 17 January 2022.

Grant conditions and further information can be found on the information sheet and application form. For more information please contact elisabetta.robecchi@kingston.vic.gov.au

The 2022-2023 Community Grants will open early next year.


Open - Monday 31 January 2022
Close - Thursday 31 March 2022

Thousands of dollars are available to help local community groups, artists and children’s organisations build a stronger, healthier and socially connected Kingston.

Available grants:
  • Annual Grants
  • Arts Grants 
  • Children’s Week Grants
All grant applications close Thursday 31 March 2022 at midnight.

Visit our website to find out more about our Annual Grants and Arts Grants or call 9581 4676 for Annual Grants and 9556 4457 for Arts Grants.

Like a little extra help to keep up with technology?

Kingston Council is helping people aged 55+ to stay connected in the modern online world.
 
Come along to learn the absolute basics including how to:

  • Get started online
  • Take photographs using an iPad or device
  • Connect with friends and families (Video calls, Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp)
  • Checking in with a QR Code

Workshops begin in early February 2022 at Cheltenham, Chelsea, Dingley Village and Parkdale Library branches.
 
Sign up here or find out more 1300 135 668 
On the Services Australia website you will find resources you can use when you’re helping people in your community affected by COVID-19. You will also find resources to explain to your community what they need to know about COVID-19 vaccinations. You can use these resources to support your conversations with people in your community groups. For more information visit the Services Australia website.
COVID-19 Support Hotline
Did you know that Kingston Council has a Community Support Hotline that can provide you with information and support during the COVID-19 pandemic?

The Community Support Hotline can offer information and connect the community with local support services including:

  • emergency food aid
  • home support services
  • financial counselling/assistance
  • family violence support
  • mental health services.
Phone our friendly team during business hours on 1300 653 356 if you are facing difficulty, looking for information or need a little extra support.
Victorian Statement Government 
The City of Kingston acknowledges the funding contribution made by the State Government of Victoria for the development of the My Community Life website, supporting resources and the delivery of community training sessions.
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