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Congratulations to the Committee and schools on
a third school to now join this valuable program.
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Wheatbelt & Beyond Youth Mentoring Inc (WBYM) is a NFP organisation that was formed in 2019 by RDA Wheatbelt Deputy Chair, Karen Strange and Bruce Rock DHS Deputy Principal, Janine Dayman following 10 years of developing and running a successful mentoring program at the Bruce Rock District High School. Forming WBYM has provided the opportunity to share the benefits of this flexible, cost effective, successful program with other regional, rural and remote District High Schools in WA.
Our secondary students face unique challenges due to isolation of their community and a small cohorts of peers. They have to make decisions about their upper secondary education in Year 7 or 8 to ensure enrolment at an appropriate school for Year 11 & 12, often also having to leave home at the end of Year 10 or earlier and board away. Limited exposure to careers, isolation from tertiary studying opportunities and few opportunities to challenge one’s comfort zone, results in many students feeling uncomfortable and unwilling to put themselves out there and to be exposed to new things. This mentoring program is a great opportunity for our students to safely engage outside their community and open their minds to options and possibilities.
The inception of WBYM has ensured the continuation of the very successful Bruce Rock DHS program, established a program at Carnamah DHS in 2020 and now the Quairading District High School. Testament to a lot of hard work and commitment to growing our young people.
Photo - WBYM, Mentors and mentees - Bruce Rock DHS & Notre Dame University.
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Federal Budget
Some highlights of interest from the 2021-22 Federal budget include –
- $200 million for Gt Eastern Hwy Upgrades - Coates Gully, Walgoolan to Southern Cross and Ghooli to Benari.
- $84.8 million to deliver new or upgraded digital connectivity to regional, rural and remote Australians through the Regional Connectivity Program Expansion.
- $250 million for Round 6 of the Building Better Regions Fund, bringing the total commitment for this program to $1.29 billion from 2017-18 to 2024-25. (Round 5 recipients have yet to be announced)
- $22.7 million to deliver round 7 of the Stronger Communities Programme for small capital projects which deliver important social benefits to communities.
For all portfolio budget announcements - Supporting Regional Recovery and Growth.
or - Industry and small business
or - The Dep’t Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications initiatives.
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Government and Community News
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Online services for businesses to replace the ATO Business Portal and electronic superannuation audit tool (eSAT). In addition to the current Business Portal functions, the new platform will provide registered users with access to a range of new features.
RRR Network - Mental Health First Aid Courses.
Northam June 14 & 15 2021, 9:00AM – 4:00PM Northam Bridgeley Community Centre
Lancelin July 16 & 17 2021, 9:00AM – 4:00PM Lancelin CRC
Reimagining the Visitor Economy. Interested parties – including tourism operators, industry bodies, small businesses, state, territory and local governments, education providers and individuals invited to have their say.
Carbon + Biodiversity Pilot. To reward farmers for improving on-farm biodiversity together with carbon projects under the Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF). Closing 11 June.
75 years, commemorative 10 Day 'Tag along' Tour of the Holland Track from Broomehill via the Wheatbelt to the Eastern Goldfields. June 11 to 19. Contact wmonks@westnet.com.au
The Growing Leaders Scholarship, places up to two leaders into the Leadership WA 10-month Signature Leadership Program. Valued at $15,500 per scholar. Closing 31 July.
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Grants and Funding Opportunities
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AMP's Tomorrow Fund. $5000 to $100,000 to fund Australians doing great things in the community in art to technology, science to social innovation and sport, film, fashion, music, medicine and more. Closing 9 June.
Arts 15k-Plus Grant Program. $15,000 to $60,000 to support the development and growth of a vibrant sector that promotes the participation and active engagement of Western Australian communities in high quality arts and cultural experiences. Closing 10 June.
Indigenous Advancement Strategy – Tailored Assistance Employment. Increasing Indigenous employment and retention by funding tailored activities that respond flexibly to local employment conditions. Connects Indigenous Secondary School Students and Indigenous Job Seekers with real and sustainable jobs. Closing 10 June.
In a Good Place. Up to $20,000 for community-driven initiatives that reduce social isolation, increase social participation and connectedness, and encourage people in remote, rural and regional communities who are at risk of, or are experiencing, mental health issues to seek help. Closing 8 June.
Destination Australia Program 2022 (Round 3). grants to Australian tertiary education providers in regional areas to provide scholarships to domestic and international students. Closing 15 June.
Macca's Junior Sports Grant. Total funding round is $40,000. Currently only open to regional clubs within WA. Closing 30 June.
WA Golf Foundation Grant. Up to $5000 for a range of golf activities. Closing 1 July.
Tourism WA – Major Events sponsor a range of major sporting, arts, cultural and culinary events in WA for locals and visitors to enjoy. Ongoing
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