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Community Group - Contact Updates
With 2023 already in swing, most Community Groups/Associations will be gearing up for their AGMs and electing new office bearers. In order for the Shire to circulate correct information to the community please make sure you inform us of any updates to your members and their contact details.
We would like to know:
President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary (name and contact details) and who the preferred contact is for the group.
Email cdo@gingin.wa.gov.au with updates.
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THE GREATEST ASSET OF ANY COMMUNITY IS SIMPLY PEOPLE WHO CARE
On Saturday 18 February, 15 volunteers from across the Shire gathered to learn from community development expert Peter Kenyon. The topic was “Attracting and Retaining Volunteering”. Between 2016 and 2021 Western Australia has experienced a 22% reduction in volunteers which equates to over 150,000 individuals. Peter explained the dynamics affecting this loss, but most importantly presented creative solutions to attract and retain communities most valuable contributors – volunteers. The interactive day provided a wealth of inspiration, and easy to implement strategies for attendees to take back to their groups.
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ARTICULATING PURPOSE AND GETTING THINGS DONE
Members from a broad range of community groups gathered at the Woodridge Hall on 8 March 2023 to problem-solve issues faced by office bearers. The session was made possible by funding from Volunteering WA and facilitated by expert Caroline Robinson. Caroline guided attendees through how to effectively articulate the groups’ purpose by providing a simple one sentence answer to the question: what is the problem you are passionately trying to solve?
Current problems being faced by groups in the room were then workshopped to find practical solutions. A copy of the notes will be developed and circulated to the community in the next edition of Vollie Hub.
Thank you to the Woodridge Community Association for providing delicious catering and a lovely space to meet in! We are hoping to put on more workshops in the coming year, if there is a topic you would find valuable to learn more on then please contact the team via cdo@gingin.wa.gov.au
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National Walk Safely to School Day
When: Friday 19 May 2023
Where: All primary schools across Australia
Why: This national initiative aims to encourage children to lead a healthier, more active lifestyle by simply including a walk at the beginning, at lunch time and at the end of each day. The event also promotes reduced car-dependency, greater use of public transport, cleaner air, improved diets and road safety to primary school children across Australia.
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Disability Support Guide
Disability Support Guide (Central & Western Australia) is now available for you to order.
This edition covers all of your disability support providers in WA, SA & NT and lists the services they offer, the age groups they cater for and their service regions by state, making it really easy to find them.
To view the document click here.
To find out more on disability support and their guides click here.
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Staying in Place Expo
The Pingelly Somerset Alliance Staying in Place project team are hosting Staying in Place Expo at the Pingelly Recreation and Cultural Centre, Pingelly, 30 - 31 March 2023. The idea of Staying in Place was conceived by the Pingelly community 5 years ago and is now a model suitable for most country communities. Join them to gather in and take away all we have to offer about this new and emerging national approach to supporting older people and people with disability to stay living at home as they age in their own small rural community.
To Book and find out more click here.
For further information, please contact the Pingelly CRC Monday to Thursday 9.30 – 4.00pm or Helen Morton 0418 925 861.
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2023 Youth Parliament Programme
Applications for the 2023 YWA Youth Parliament are now open!
If you are passionate about your community, want to develop your skills and discover your voice; Youth Parliament is the program for you.
Find out more and apply here.
Don’t wait around, applications close on Sunday 26th March. Apply today to have your voice heard, and represent the youth of Western Australia.
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2023 Qantas Regional Grants program
The Qantas Regional Grants program aims to help regional communities sustain brighter futures by providing financial, flight and marketing support to charities, organisations, causes, projects, and individuals. For the next 5 years the program will also double in funding, with $2m in support available each round.
Who can apply:
Entry is open to Australian based individuals, not-for-profit community groups and organisations of any size, who are seeking funding to help enhance the lives of people in regional communities.
Charitable organisations must also be:
- Registered in Australia, and
- Endorsed as income tax exempt.
Open: 21st February 2023
Close: 10th May 2023
Find out more and how to apply here.
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Active Regional Communities Grants
The program aims to increase opportunities for people to participate in sport and active recreation activities in regional Western Australia, it is tailored to meet the ever-changing demands and challenges of sport and active recreation groups within the nine diverse regions of the State.
Find out more here.
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WA Golf Foundation Grants
The intent of the WA Golf Foundation is to provide support and funding to golfing organisations within your local communities and beyond.
Eligible applicants: Clubs, District Golf Associations, Golfing Organisations, Schools and other organisations currently involved or wanting to become involved in projects, programmes and services which result in the development of golf in Western Australia.
Find out more here.
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Strengthening Rural Communities - Rebuilding Regional Communities
The Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) Rebuilding Regional Communities (RRC) stream gives small remote, rural and regional communities across Australia the opportunity to access funds for a broad range of initiatives that directly and clearly benefit local communities.
Find out more here.
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NOT FOR PROFIT TIPS & NEWS
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Changes To Your Organisation
Changes to your not-for-profit (NFP) organisation can affect your tax situation. You must notify the ATO about some changes.
Follow the links below for information on:
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To make your booking for the star party click here. Camping is an optional extra. For a full timetable of events for the weekend at the Neergabby grounds and the Gravity Discovery Centre click here. If you have any questions please give us a call on 9575 7577.
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Mick Emmanuel
Community Development Officer
Direct Tel: (08) 9575 5176
Email: mick.emmanuel@gingin.wa.gov.au
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Shana Derench
Community Events & Services Officer
Direct Tel: (08) 9575 5139
Email: Shana.Derench@gingin.wa.gov.au
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Community Directory
Gingin CRC Online Directory
Lancelin CRC Online Directory
Shire Local Organisations, Clubs & Facilities Online Directory
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Disclaimer - The Shire of Gingin does not endorse any other website and the information contained herein is not intended to be a source of advice or credit analysis with respect to the material presented and the information and/or documents contained in this newsletter do not constitute investment advice.
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