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Upcoming research report on technology-facilitated abuse in Australia
Support services have told researchers that the coronavirus pandemic has led to increased referrals for technology-facilitated abuse — a form of violence that ranges from abusive texts and social media posts to covert stalking and child exploitation. Key points:...
“Shared Lives” Foster Carer Training opportunity
CASPA is looking for people in the community who have ever thought about becoming a foster carer and would like to contribute and make a difference to a child and young person’s life. CASPA is running a FREE online training session called Shared Lives. The dates and...
ECAV Domestic Violence Group Work Training in Lismore – new dates!
Please note that the "Knowing Me, Knowing You" training workshop provided by the Education Centre Against Violence (ECAV) has now been re-scheduled to 3-4 NOVEMBER 2021 (previously scheduled for 16-17 August). Further information and enrollment details below and in...
Kinship 2021 Festival Report
Murwillumbah Community Centre would like to thank all Kinship 2021 Sponsors, Supporters, Committee and Volunteers. The Kinship Markets was 2021's celebration of National Families Week, held in Murwillumbah, and directed by members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait...
How much does a granny flat Cost?
You want to live close to your family loved ones and a granny flat seems like a good idea. But where to start? Granny flats can offer options for extra space to care for a family member, however some of the considerations include financial costs, council planning and...
Carer Gateway: an online resource for carers
As a carer, you have many things you need to manage every day. Explore this information to get practical tips and support to help you in your role. The Carer Gateway website is all about meeting your needs as a carer. The carer gateway have phone counselling, an...
MHFA Childcare and Mental Health Symposium
In line with the National Mental Health Month's theme this year on 'Mental Health: Post Pandemic Recovery Challenges and Resilience', the Mental Health Foundation Australia has planned this symposium which will focus on the mental health of the childcare workforce,...
Supporting Children’s Mental Health During a Pandemic Toolkit – Emerging Minds
Emerging Minds is offering an online toolkit containing resources that will assist practitioners and parents and carers to support children’s mental health during pandemic events such as COVID-19. It contains videos, fact sheets, podcasts and guides and includes...
NAIDOC Week: Heal Country, heal our nation
Heal Country calls for stronger measures to recognise, protect and maintain all aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and heritage. Language and culture are intricately interwoven. In Australia, there are more than 250 Indigenous languages including...
Our Home is a Smoke Free Zone – Door Mat program
Solid Mob provides education and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people on the health impacts of smoking and second hand smoke. We have recently delivered a project to make homes 'Smoke Free Zones"! This project is open to all Aboriginal and Torres...
The Family Centre – Term 3 Online Course Program – Ballina and Byron
Parenting Courses 123 Magic & Emotion Coaching Wednesdays August 4–18, 12.30pm–2.30pm An evidence-based parenting program for parents/carers with children aged from 2–12 years. The program is facilitated over 3 sessions & supports parents/carers to feel more...
The Family Centre – Term 3 Online Course Program – Tweed
Young Mums to Be Wednesdays July 14–August 18, 10am–12.30pm A course for women aged 21 years or under. There will be an information session each week focusing on either pregnancy or parenting. Sessions include practical information, as well as informal time focussing...
Eat the Street serves up delicious fun for all ages
If you love your food and music, then Lismore is the place to be on Saturday, 21 August as the iconic Eat the Street food, art and music festival returns for its 7th year with a new naming sponsor – the Lismore Workers Club. Lismore City Council’s Manager of Liveable...
There was a lower proportion of social housing in Australia last year than there was a decade ago
There was a lower proportion of social housing in Australia last year than there was a decade ago SBS News There are some 436,000 social housing dwellings in Australia, accommodating more than 800,000 people. But the nation's social stock is not keeping pace with...
NAIDOC Week in September Celebration – Heal Country 2021
When: Thursday 23rd September 2021 Where: Namabunda Farm 112 Whites Lane, Alstonville 2477 Time: 11am to 3pm Lunch will be provided. Activities on the day include: Tree planting Information stalls Yarning circle Kids arts & craft Games Sharing Stories For...