The African Australian Creative Media Grants is an open grant round that supports African Australian platforms, individuals and organisations that operate in screen media, visual arts, podcasting, radio and written media. This grant seeks to amplify the voices and stories of African Australia creatives.
Shepparton Story House offers multiple creative English learning programs with the goal of helping community English learners reach English fluency while creating an environment for cross-cultural exchange, education, and friendship in Shepparton.
A Melbourne doctor who forced an asylum seeker to work against his will at a sweet shop has been sentenced to three and a half years in jail.
Seyyed Farshchi threatened to contact immigration authorities and have the victim deported, and paid him just $10 an hour for his work.
Farshchi will serve three and a half years in jail and has been ordered to pay $43,000 in reparations to the victim.
Recovery from the recent bout of severe weather and flood anticipation is a particular issue for those who experienced invasion by floods during October 2022. This may have triggered issues for those living in flood-prone areas. Assistance is discussed, an strategies are offered in this community recovery bulletin.
Australia goes beyond just being a country, and Australia Day goes beyond a mere commemoration; for immigrants, it becomes a symbol of hope and safety, a place of refuge from difficult journeys across seas and deserts and the dangers of human trafficking. It’s not just a piece of land; it’s a sanctuary full of opportunities where immigrants, after facing challenges, find comfort and the promise of a better life. Here, one person granted citizenship writes on the importance of Australia Day and what Australia has to offer.
The Australian of the Year Awards includes a category of Local Hero drawn from each state and territory. In 2024, Betul Tuna was Victorian Local Hero for 2024.
Maintaining one’s mental health can be a difficult task at the best of times. But for some, it’s more than a struggle; it’s an everyday battle, and getting 24/7 support for it can be just as tricky. The Haven at Mooroopna provides accommodation and support for those with struggle and challenges.
More Victorians living with mental health challenges in north-eastern Victoria will have the security and stability of a home and much-needed support services thanks to a new Allan Labor Government-supported development in Mooroopna.
The Elsie Conference marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Elsie Women’s Refuge in the inner Sydney suburb of Glebe, and the start of the women’s refuge movement in Australia. On 15-16 March 2024, the Elsie Conference will delve into the history of refuges and look to the future challenges faced by anyone working in or making policy for the sector.
Familycare are hosting several community information sessions for carers over the coming months focussing on carer support and the Carer Gateway. There are two sessions scheduled for February at Shepparton and Mooroopna. Carers don’t need to register, they can drop in between the times listed below and have their questions answered.