Multicultural Interests and Citizenship Minister Ljiljanna Ravlich today launched three projects that aim to support migrant and refugee families in the south-east metropolitan area. The combined launch was for two projects funded through the Community Relations Integrations Officer (CRIO) Grants Program, administered by the Office of Multicultural Interests, and one through Lotterywest.
(Media-Newswire.com) - Multicultural Interests and Citizenship Minister Ljiljanna Ravlich today launched three projects that aim to support migrant and refugee families in the south-east metropolitan area.
The combined launch was for two projects funded through the Community Relations Integrations Officer ( CRIO ) Grants Program, administered by the Office of Multicultural Interests, and one through Lotterywest.
The CRIO Program has been developed by the State Government, with funding assistance from the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship, to raise awareness of and facilitate access to services and programs for members of new and emerging communities.
The two CRIO projects launched today are The Gowrie and the Gosnells Women�s Health Service.
�I strongly support the CRIO projects as they are a practical community based strategy that aims to educate people about what local community services are available for them to offer support and assistance,� the Minister said.
�Newly arrived refugees and migrants are often unaware of the range of services and programs available to them.
�They also face barriers such as language, transport and the cultural appropriateness of services and information provision in gaining access to those services.�
Ms Ravlich said settlement was a highly complex process and its success was the responsibility of both the individual concerned and the community as a whole, particularly in its ability to support the integration of immigrants into Australian society.
�Community based projects such as these are vital in developing relationships between new and emerging communities and service providers so that members of these communities can better access services and programs,� she said.
�It also helps them build their capacity to identify and find solutions to their needs, which they know better than anybody else. �
The Gowrie�s CRIO project aims to establish networks and identify issues and service gaps for young people aged 12 to 17 from new and emerging communities.
The Gosnells Women�s Health Service CRIO project aims to provide support for refugee women and their children settling in the south east metropolitan corridor to access post and prenatal services available in the area, with a focus on parenting, pregnancy, childbirth and emotional health and wellbeing.
The Gowrie�s innovative Multicultural Supported Playgroups project, funded by Lotterywest, is also being launched to assist migrant and newly arrived refugee families with young children in the south-east corridor.
The project aims to develop and strengthen parents� knowledge and understandings of young children's development and to facilitate their access to local community services and facilities. Weekly �family play and learning sessions� are provided at the creche facility at Gosnells Community Lotteries House.
�It�s very encouraging to see community agencies with shared visions working together address to issues and implement programs that have the potential to make such a difference,� the Minister said.
Minister's office - 9213 6800
as posted on media-newswire
Wednesday, 17 October 2007
Tuesday, 16 October 2007
Book Review: Those Faraday Girls
BEST-SELLING Australian author Monica McInerney and her latest book, Those Faraday Girls, is the first featured writer in The Sunday Times Big Book Club.
She will tour WA libraries this week talking to readers about her work and new book.
Set in Tasmania, New York and Ireland, Those Faraday Girls, which has rocketed to No. 2 spot on the Dymocks bestseller list, centres on an eccentric grandfather, five charismatic sisters, the niece they’ve collectively raised – and a secret that could destroy everything these women have grown up believing.
It’s filled with McInerney’s trademark warmth and humour and will engage readers of all ages.
The Sunday Times Big Book Club aims to promote the love of reading, encourage readers to give other titles that they might not necessarily read a go, support emerging and established local and Australian authors and bring together authors, libraries, communities,and booksellers in both regional and metropolitan areas.
The Big Book Club is supported by the Australia Council for the Arts, the State Library of Western Australia, in association with WA public libraries, The Sunday Times, and participating booksellers.
MEET MONICA MCINERNEY AT THESE LITERARY EVENTS:
WEDNESDAY, 17th October
1.30pm-3pm. Knowledge Centre, 2232D Albany Highway, Gosnells. Free, with afternoon tea provided. Bookings, phone 9398 2551.
6pm for 6.30pm start. Official launch of The Sunday Times Big Book Club with Monica McInerney, hosted by the State Library of Western Australia. State Library of WA, Perth Cultural Centre. Free, with drinks and nibbles provided. Bookings, phone SLWA on 9427 3151.
Visit www.thebigbookclub.com.au or contact Sue Hill, national project manager, on 0402 000 472
as posted on PerthNow
Get into it! at Leisure World
Australia’s top Paralympian swimmers will take on members of Thornlie Swimming Club and Gosnells Aussi Masters for the Race of the Century, as part of Get Into It! at Leisure World in October.
Get Into It! is a City of Gosnells SafetyLynx event to be held on Saturday 27 October to encourage people with disabilities and their families to discover recreational opportunities in their community.
There’s free entry to Leisure World so everyone can catch the action between the Paralympians and local swimmers, who’ll compete in a series of races, including a novelty event where swimmers will don neck-to-knee togs to mark the City’s 100th anniversary.
City of Gosnells Mayor Patricia Morris AM JP said the event was a fun way for people with disabilities and their families to try new activities.
“Leisure World is a great place for the event. We have beach-entry to the pool and a pool hoist for people who use wheelchairs, as well as a spa with a ramp for wheelchair access.
“We would really like people with a disability who live in the City to come along and get involved.
“It’s important for everyone to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and this is a wonderful opportunity to have some fun too,” she said.
Get Into It! also features skate and break dancing demos at Thornlie Skate Park, children’s storytelling at Thornlie Library, Safe City and Neighbourhood Watch displays and ‘have a go’ in the gym for people with a disability.
The event is from 12.30pm to 3.30pm at Leisure World on Culross Avenue, Thornlie.
Bookings are essential. For more details or to book your place, call the City’s Disability Services office T: 9398 7327.
as posted on COGsite
Get Into It! is a City of Gosnells SafetyLynx event to be held on Saturday 27 October to encourage people with disabilities and their families to discover recreational opportunities in their community.
There’s free entry to Leisure World so everyone can catch the action between the Paralympians and local swimmers, who’ll compete in a series of races, including a novelty event where swimmers will don neck-to-knee togs to mark the City’s 100th anniversary.
City of Gosnells Mayor Patricia Morris AM JP said the event was a fun way for people with disabilities and their families to try new activities.
“Leisure World is a great place for the event. We have beach-entry to the pool and a pool hoist for people who use wheelchairs, as well as a spa with a ramp for wheelchair access.
“We would really like people with a disability who live in the City to come along and get involved.
“It’s important for everyone to enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and this is a wonderful opportunity to have some fun too,” she said.
Get Into It! also features skate and break dancing demos at Thornlie Skate Park, children’s storytelling at Thornlie Library, Safe City and Neighbourhood Watch displays and ‘have a go’ in the gym for people with a disability.
The event is from 12.30pm to 3.30pm at Leisure World on Culross Avenue, Thornlie.
Bookings are essential. For more details or to book your place, call the City’s Disability Services office T: 9398 7327.
as posted on COGsite
Saturday, 13 October 2007
from a Candidate running in Bickley
Yes it is sad that many voting packages have not been returned to date the Bickley ward has received 4005 votes, the Canning Vale ward has received 5138 and the Gosnells ward has received 3748.
I am running for election in the Bickley ward and the amount of comments that have been passed on to me by the ratepayers is not very encouraging. Many are totally dismayed at the number of trips that are being taken un-necessarily.
I am happy to listen to any one just call me on 0419 520 190 or email me at s.baraiolo@gmail.com
... this was a comment posted on my post about very view voting packages being returned this election, the reference to the number of trips I believe is referring to the trips that Councilors take to Conferences and such, if you question the council about these they will tell you that the money comes out of the budgeted amount for councilor training and conferences, it is wise to note that many staff attend these events to, and most are essential to build a bigger and better council, again the growth issue .... - Peter Evans
I am running for election in the Bickley ward and the amount of comments that have been passed on to me by the ratepayers is not very encouraging. Many are totally dismayed at the number of trips that are being taken un-necessarily.
I am happy to listen to any one just call me on 0419 520 190 or email me at s.baraiolo@gmail.com
... this was a comment posted on my post about very view voting packages being returned this election, the reference to the number of trips I believe is referring to the trips that Councilors take to Conferences and such, if you question the council about these they will tell you that the money comes out of the budgeted amount for councilor training and conferences, it is wise to note that many staff attend these events to, and most are essential to build a bigger and better council, again the growth issue .... - Peter Evans
Wednesday, 10 October 2007
From a recent comment ...
G'day Peter,
For what it's worth, my wife and I will both be voting for you (the first council election I ever actually voted in).
I think you'll have a hard fight unseating anyone (as is always the case) but I like your style - the blog and web access is something I can relate to.
It is a running joke with my friends how bad this council is - you only have to go down the road into the "other" area of Canning Vale to see the difference.
Hopefully you can do something about this sham of a council. They get money for nothing. Worst council I've ever lived in. They get good money and do nothing with it. - Anonymous
... Yes I probably don't have much chance against the other candidates, but my aim is to get my view out there, as is my democratic right, I'm not posting out flyers, or advertising, because I don't have the money, I'm not a well known business man in the area, I'm a battler like most of us, trying to pay my mortgage and keep my kids fed, I don't have any other financial interest in the area other than my family home which is mortgaged, and I wont vote for something, just so the other councilors can go home early, I will encourage discussion and will not stand for being forced to vote for the benefit of others ... Peter Evans
For what it's worth, my wife and I will both be voting for you (the first council election I ever actually voted in).
I think you'll have a hard fight unseating anyone (as is always the case) but I like your style - the blog and web access is something I can relate to.
It is a running joke with my friends how bad this council is - you only have to go down the road into the "other" area of Canning Vale to see the difference.
Hopefully you can do something about this sham of a council. They get money for nothing. Worst council I've ever lived in. They get good money and do nothing with it. - Anonymous
... Yes I probably don't have much chance against the other candidates, but my aim is to get my view out there, as is my democratic right, I'm not posting out flyers, or advertising, because I don't have the money, I'm not a well known business man in the area, I'm a battler like most of us, trying to pay my mortgage and keep my kids fed, I don't have any other financial interest in the area other than my family home which is mortgaged, and I wont vote for something, just so the other councilors can go home early, I will encourage discussion and will not stand for being forced to vote for the benefit of others ... Peter Evans
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