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... the Department of Human Services for their work helping families through all the different phases of life – through good times and bad," he said. Local MP Chris Hayes praised Mission Australia for organising ...
Monday, 21 May 2012
... and learn local nuances of the language: “She can say ‘No Worries’, so that’s good! Working with Hao Fang has taught me a lot – especially to slow down when I speak. I’ve also learnt a few words of ...
Thursday, 17 May 2012
Mission Australia’s Going Places service in Cairns, which helps disadvantaged locals to find and sustain housing, has been named as a finalist in the 2012 Health and Community Services Workforce Innovation ...
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
... Harrison said regular farm volunteers Vic and Leslie East told her about the day and she thought it was a great opportunity for the students to help the local community. "Volunteering is beneficial for ...
Tuesday, 15 May 2012
... of New South Wales, and were very settled in their community. Rob worked locally, which meant he was always home for tea and to help the kids with their homework. When Jenny was told she was pregnant ...
Tuesday, 08 May 2012
6. Junaa Buwa! Centre for Youth Wellbeing (NSW)
(Community Services/Community Services)
... misuse. The name Junaa Buwa! means “to declare a new beginning’” in the local Gumbaynggirr language. This Mission Australia service provides holistic three-month live-in drug and alcohol rehabilitation ...
Tuesday, 08 May 2012
7. Aim’n High (VIC)
(Community Services/Community Services)
The Aim’n High program is a collaboration between Mission Australia, Hallam Senior Secondary College and South East Local Learning and Employment Network. It aims to assist young mothers in the Greater ...
Monday, 07 May 2012
... the 2012 Winter Sleepout is something everyone can be a part of. You can either organise or attend a local sleepout, sponsor a friend who’s braving a night outdoors or, if you live in Sydney, attend ...
Monday, 07 May 2012
... discussions with government departments, either on my own or as part of a regional group, to ensure the needs of local people are being met. "The people we help are struggling to find affordable housing. ...
Monday, 07 May 2012
... provider currently manages 291 affordable homes in the local government area and 1,000 homes in total across western Sydney. The 30 permanent staff who are based in Blacktown service housing projects ...
Tuesday, 01 May 2012
... hard alcohol, and was sleeping in crisis accommodation in 2009, is now sober and living in his own unit. He has run the City 2 Surf every year since joining the project and volunteers at the local Foodbank: ...
Wednesday, 18 April 2012
... Darwin, Bendigo Community Bank Nightcliff, Amity Community Services, Independent Grocers, Coca-Cola, Local Hirers Subsidy, Dream Media, Casuarina Square and the Darwin Entertainment Centre. Check out ...
Monday, 16 April 2012
... wave of local talent,” Ms Hines said. “Last year’s performers really set the standard, so I'm hoping this year will raise the bar.” Now in its second year, Urban Quest is a celebration that aims ...
Tuesday, 10 April 2012
... a local panel beater and raising a young family. “I'm happy where I am and happy to be thought of as a role model,” he said.  You can read more of Zac’s very honest and personal story in this ...
Thursday, 05 April 2012
...  Last week, players and spectators caught up after the game over food prepared by young residents at a local hostel. “It was just another way to get local young people engaged and involved in their ...
Monday, 02 April 2012
... playgroup is an opportunity for local parents to come together and to access support and advice in a friendly setting. “Our new baby playgroup is more than just a play session; it’s a chance for local ...
Friday, 30 March 2012
Great news from Mission Australia’s Miller Community Preschool in Sydney! You may remember earlier this month we told you the preschool needed people to vote in Project Local through the Liverpool Leader ...
Thursday, 29 March 2012
...  Not long ago, Dwayne and Luke were both unemployed, and saw few opportunities to work in the Riverland region. Then late in 2011, things started looking up for both of them. Local Employment ...
Thursday, 22 March 2012
The great work being done at Mission Australia’s Going Places program in Cairns, which helps at-risk locals to remain housed, has been profiled in a video report by ABC Far North Queensland. The Queensland ...
Monday, 19 March 2012
... despite thousands of Victorians living in rooming houses, there is no requirement to provide them with locks in toilets, periodic safety checks and at least two power outlets in each bedroom. Local welfare ...
Wednesday, 14 March 2012
... of a broad range of issues,” she says, “as there aren’t a lot of local specialist services we can refer clients to.” Gina also travels the 200 kilometres to Wilcannia each week to provide an outreach ...
Thursday, 08 March 2012
... your local ABC Radio station and visit the ABC ‘Flooding across NSW/Victoria’ web page.   ...
Wednesday, 07 March 2012
A group of Sunshine Coast job seekers recently put their skills to the test, working with local chef Jamie Milverton as part of a Mission Australia 'kitchen bootcamp' joint initiative. Friday’s Ultimate ...
Wednesday, 07 March 2012
24. Celebrating A Safe Place for Change
(Community Services/Community Services)
... Triple Care Farm Band – made up of staff and graduates – kicked things off, and were followed by Aunty Val, a local Elder who welcomed guests to Gundungurra country. Mission Australia Chair Ewen Crouch ...
Monday, 05 March 2012
25. Young mums are aiming for success
(Community Services/Community Services)
... Provided in collaboration with Hallam Senior Secondary College and the South East Local Learning and Employment Network, Aim’n High also prepares students for their return to mainstream school.  Through ...
Monday, 05 March 2012
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