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.
Goulburn Valley Grammar School announces its Refugee Scholarship for entry to the school in Year 7, for 2025. There will be an open day at the school on 8 March. A Scholarship application form is given and Ethnic Council has offered to give assistance in preparation of scholarship applications to all who need help.
Greater Shepparton Secondary College actively promotes the Cool Heads program on social media and through networking, college newsletters, and it discussed road safety within a number of local programs.
A Victorian Department of Transport and Planning spokesperson said it had invested in a number of driver education programs tailored to various stages of learning.
That included early childhood, primary, secondary school, and tertiary education, as well as programs targeted at learner drivers.
Australia My Home is a locally produced (in Shepparton) documentary of Albanian’s first arrivals and their contributions in Australia which provides insight into the diversity of Australian society, highlights the residence and contributions of immigrant communities, and foster understanding and appreciation for the cultural richness they bring to the country’s heritage. This documentary is available for viewing and/or purchase locally.
The Royal Life Saving Society is having a ‘Make Safe Decisions around Water‘ campaign. Resources are given in language: English, Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Chinese, Dari, Farsi, Hazaragi, Hindi, Korean, Kurdish, Nepali, Pashto, Filipino, Swahili, Urkranian and Vietnamese.
The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission wants to hear about your experiences. The Commission invites you to share your experiences to reduce racism and religious hatred.
Inviting you all to this amazing family friendly event. Invite all your friends, workmates, partners and families. Everyone is welcome at St Paul’s African House on Saturday, 17 February from 1PM.
The Working with Children Check is a vital protection for both community groups and children. A recently updated resource sheet provides an overview of screening checks for people who engage with vulnerable groups such as children in employment or volunteer activities in Australia and lists state and territory requirements for working with children.
Resilience in Recovery presents Dr Rob Gordon, Recovering after a Disaster at Tallygaroopna Recreation Reserve on Saturday 10 February from 5:30pm (free meal) with the formal presentation commencing at 7:00pm. Spaces are limited, registration is required.
FamilyCare and Wise Well Women Community Health Educators Alliance will be delivering a Tuning in to Kids program for Pacific Islander communities beginning Tuesday 20 February from 5:30pm – 7:00pm. This is a free program, delivered in Tongan.