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Community Services' communiqué - proposals for future directions of CSGP |
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Wednesday, 03 February 2010 |
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Comunity Services' communiqué containing its proposal for the future directions of CSGP is now available to view. LCSA has read the document and has made an initial response to it, which is also available to view.
Whether you are reading this immediately before finishing work for the Christmas break or immediately after returning from holidays, we hope it will bring some joy and hope to the season, even though it also brings obvious challenges. Please feel free to call Brian Smith , LCSA Executive Officer, on 0430 543 084 at any time to discuss further. |
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Responses to Proposed Changes to CSGP - survey |
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Wednesday, 03 February 2010 |
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 In response to Community Services' CSGP proposal it is crucial that we consult thoroughly with our members to convey your responses to the proposal. We will be doing this through a series of regional meetings, but ask that you complete a short survey so we have a snapshot of responses in the meantime. Survey closes 5pm, Friday 12 February.
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Mandatory Reporting Changes and Resources |
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Wednesday, 03 February 2010 |
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 As of 24 January 2010 changes to The Children Legislation Amendment (Wood Inqury Recommendations) Act 2009 are effective. Changes have been made to the reporting threshold and arrangements, requests for assistance, children's court powers, out-of-home care and the Children's Gaurdian role. Mandatory reporters should familiarise themselves with these changes at the Keep Them Safe website, which also includes the Mandatory Reporter Guide to assist in reporting.
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Child-safe, child-friendly resources |
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Tuesday, 02 February 2010 |
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 The NSW Commission for Children & Young People Commission has updated its online resources to help build Child-safe Child-friendly organisations and communities. The resources provide sensible advice, information and organisational tools to help your organisation, program or group to promote Child-safe Child-friendly policies and practices. Visit the Commission’s website now for the updated resources.
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NSW Homelessness Action Plan |
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Tuesday, 02 February 2010 |
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 As part of the NSW Homelessness Action Plan, Housing NSW and other NSW government agencies responsibe for homelessness are developing Regional Homelessness Action Plans (RHAPs) for the nine NSW Regional Coordination Program regions. In developing the RHAPs, consultation workshops are being held in each region but due to the limited number of people able to attend, Housing NSW is also calling for written submissions to assist with developing the Plans. Submissions are due Friday 19 February.
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Monday, 01 February 2010 |
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 The Australian Foundation of AIDS Organisations (AFAO) is the peak non-government organisation representing Australia's community-based response to HIV/AIDS. AFAO's work includes education, policy, advocacy and international projects. New HIV fact sheets are now available to download from AFAO’s website.
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FebuSave - Saving Program in 2010 |
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Friday, 29 January 2010 |
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 ANZ has launched FebuSave to help women save money and take control of their financial situation. Whether your goal is an overseas holiday, moving out of home, starting a business, planning for a family or a deposit for your first home, FebuSave aims to provide the tools and support to develop regular savings habits so you can achieve these goals. The FebuSave website provided saving tips, tools and advice to help you save in February and beyond.
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