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BATDROPPINGS E-BULLETIN ISSUE NO. 20

November 16th, 2017

Contents SECTOR NEWS .................................................................................................................. 3

VOLUNTEER LEADERS FOR LIONS VILLAGE LICOLA CHILDREN CAMP 289 - JAN 2018 ..................... 3

MHPN'S WEBINAR: INTERNET GAMING ADDICTION AND THE EFFECTS ON MENTAL HEALTH ....... 4

COMMUNITY AGENTS OF SUSTAINABILITY (C-A-O-S) NEWSLETTER ................................................ 5

YOUTH ............................................................................................................................. 5

OCEAN GROVE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE TERM 4 DROP IN PROGRAM ....................................... 5

THE FORT TERM 4 DROP IN PROGRAM ............................................................................................. 6

SKAART - FREE FESTIVAL .................................................................................................................... 7

FORT SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAM ................................................................................................. 8

GORDON TAFE VICTORIAN CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION ............................................................... 12

SWITCH MAGAZINE .......................................................................................................................... 12

VICTORIAN YOUNG ACHIEVER AWARDS ......................................................................................... 13

FOR PARENTS ................................................................................................................. 14

DRUMMONG STREET – HELPING YOUR KIDS SETTLE INTO SECONDARY SCHOOL ......................... 14

DRUMMONG STREET – HELPING YOUR KIDS SETTLE INTO PRIMARY SCHOOL ............................. 15

EVENTS .......................................................................................................................... 16

C.A.O.S NETWORK MEETING DECEMBER 5 ..................................................................................... 16

3219 EAST FORUM- 4 DECEMBER 2017 ........................................................................................... 16

BARWON CASA/MINERVA COMMUNITY SERVICES - INFORMATION SESSION FOR FAMILY

VIOLENCE SERVICE PROVIDERS ........................................................................................................ 17

TRAINING ....................................................................................................................... 18

EXPLORING BARWON - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AREA ............................................................... 18

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IDENTIFYING FAMILY VIOLENCE TRAINING 29TH NOVEMBER 2017 .............................................. 18

GRANTS .......................................................................................................................... 19

VIVA ENERGY ROLE MODEL GRANTS ............................................................................................... 19

RURAL EDUCATION AUSTRALIA PROGRAM - REAPING REWARDS ................................................ 19

EMPLOYMENT ................................................................................................................ 20

CITY OF GREATER GEELONG ............................................................................................................. 20

BETHANY ........................................................................................................................................... 20

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SECTOR NEWS

VOLUNTEER LEADERS FOR LIONS VILLAGE LICOLA CHILDREN CAMP 289 - JAN 2018 Lions Village Licola Camp 289 (8th to 12th January 2018) has been filled to full capacity by 140

deserving children aged 8 to 11 years who have been selected by staff at family support agencies and

principals of schools located in the Geelong region. The Lions Club of Geelong Corio Bay is seeking 20

volunteer Cottage Carers who are WWCC qualified to mentor and care for the children in furnished

cabins. Cottage Carers will accompany children to meals in the dining room and supervise them while

participating in challenging outdoor activities overseen by qualified instructors.

Many of the children are sourced from foster care programs, some are selected from local families

experiencing hardship and others are from refugee families including recent arrivals from Iraq and

Syria. All of the children are excited about the prospect of attending this unique wilderness experience

which has been funded by local Lions Clubs and philanthropic grant providers.

All transport, meals and accommodation are provided free to the children and volunteers and there

are no personal expenses involved. You must qualify at a 4 hour Licola specific training session at The

Hub, Diversitat, 25 Arunga Ave, North Geelong (behind Bunnings) during December, 2017. This camp

represents an opportunity for you to gain leadership skills, valuable experience in caring for children

and camp management may certify your attendance upon request if it forms part of a tertiary

qualification course. Four 57 seat CDC coaches depart from two locations in Geelong/Corio 7 a.m.

Monday 8th January and return 6 p.m. Friday 12th January 2018.

Details of Lions Village Licola are available on www.licola.org.au and advertisements for Camp

289/20189 Child Carers are listed on the Volunteering Geelong website.

Presently, Lions Village Licola is in urgent needs of volunteers (leaders/cottage carers) for Camp 289

and is seeking your assistance in providing qualified volunteer(s) from your agency. The LV Licola

requirement is 1 Volunteer for every 6 children, which is also the legal requirement/ratio of adults to

children for coach transport. If your agency wishes to participate in Lions Village Licola Camp 289/2018

and is able to provide qualified volunteer(s) child career, please contact directly Brian Edwards from

Lions Club of Geelong Corio Bay.

Contact Details:

Brian S Edward. APM,

Lions Club of Geelong Corio Bay

E - bseapm@bigpond.net.au

T - 03 5222 6986

As a matter of urgency, you are encouraged to forward this email to your network who may be

interested in providing WWCC qualified adult leaders to Lions Village Licola.

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MHPN'S WEBINAR: INTERNET GAMING ADDICTION AND THE EFFECTS ON MENTAL

HEALTH Internet gaming addiction and the effects on mental health

Join our interdisciplinary panel discussion of Jack, a teenage male who is withdrawing from his

regular activities and focusing only on internet gaming. Jack is consumed by his next game strategy

and is distracted at school, his school friends have started bullying him calling him a geek. Jack's

mum is concerned he is not eating well and notices a change in his mood.

Learning outcomes

Through an exploration of Jack's story, this webinar will provide participants with the opportunity to:

• Recognise clinical effects and harms to mental health related to internet gaming addiction

• increase skills and understanding of managing internet gaming addiction and improve awareness

of evidence based interventions

• identify strategies to engage specialist services when treating someone with internet gaming

addiction.

If the link doesn't open, copy and paste the following into your web browser: http://bit.ly/2y0ftp4

Before the webinar, you’ll need to:

• Read Jack's story, the case upon which the discussion will be based.

• Review the Fact Sheet, which addresses technical requirements for participating in a webinar.

Registrations close at midnight on Tuesday 21st November 2017.

When you register, you will receive an immediate email confirmation. On the morning of the

webinar, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to join.

WEBINAR DETAILS

Date: Wednesday 22 November 2017

Time: 4:15 pm - WA

5:45 pm - NT

6:15 pm - Qld

6:45 pm - SA

7:15 pm - NSW, ACT, Vic and Tas

Duration: 75 minutes

WHO'S ON THE PANEL?

Dr John Hurley (NSW mental health nurse)

Dr Huu Kim Le (SA psychiatrist)

Dr Vasileios Stavropoulos (Vic psychologist)

Dr Sam Yong (SA general practitioner)

Facilitator: Dr Catherine Boland (NSW psychologist)

Read more about the panellists

You are encouraged to forward this invitation to your colleagues who may be interested in this free

professional development opportunity.

ANY QUESTIONS?

Email or call MHPN on 1800 209 031 if you have any questions.

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COMMUNITY AGENTS OF SUSTAINABILITY (C-A-O-S) NEWSLETTER Read here Community Agents of Sustainability (C-A-O-S) Issue 169 & 170

YOUTH

OCEAN GROVE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE TERM 4 DROP IN PROGRAM

OCEAN GROVE NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE INC

DROP IN PROGRAM

TERM 4 2017

17th November 2017 In House Cooking with Rach

24th November 2017 In House Jumping castle

1st December 2017 Excursion Stand up paddle board

8th December 2017 In house Karaoke

15th December 2017 In house Xmas breakup

Whilst every effort is made to maintain the programmed activities, due to circumstances

beyond our control changes may occur.

Please like our Facebook page to keep up to date with activities and bus availability @

OceanGrove Neighbourhood Centre

In house from 6pm to 9pm – Cost $5.00 and activities include dinner.

Excursions leave at 5.30pm sharp – Cost depending on activity.

1 John Dory Drive Ocean Grove 3226

Phone: 5255 4294

Email: nicki@ognc.com.au

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THE FORT TERM 4 DROP IN PROGRAM Term 4 Drop In

Ages 12 -25 only, all free

for music lesson bookings or general enquiries phone the fOrT

Monday 13 Nov Tuesday 14 Nov Wednesday 15

Nov

Thursday 16 Nov Friday 17 Nov

Drop In with:

Game On (M15+)

Art Studio Drum

Lessons Screen

Printing

Workshop Shoot

Hoops Arcade

Pool Comp 4 -

7pm

New Recruits

Program 4 -

5.30pm - Koori

Drop In 6 -

7.30pm

GIRLS ONLY

DROP IN 4-7pm

Drop In With:

Circus

Performance

Workshop Fun

Food Cooking

Shoot Hoops

Arcade Game

Table Tennis

Comp 4 - 7pm

Drop In with:

INTERNATIONAL

DAY OF THE

PIZZA Duke Box

Dancing Shoot

Hoops Arcade

Game 4 - 5.30pm

Monday 20 Nov Tuesday 21 Nov Wednesday 22

Nov

Thursday 23 Nov Friday 24 Nov

Drop In with:

Game On (M15+)

Art Studio Drum

Lessons

Tug'o'War Pool

Comp 4 - 7pm

New Recruits

Program 4 -

5.30pm - Koori

Drop In 6 -

7.30pm

GIRLS ONLY

DROP IN 4-7pm

Drop In with:

Outdoor Picnic

Games Fun Food

Cooking Table

Tennis Comp 4 -

7pm

fOrT CLOSED for

SKAART SET UP

Monday 27 Nov Tuesday 28 Nov Wednesday 29

Nov

Thursday 30 Nov Friday 1 Dec

fOrT CLOSED for

SKAART PACK UP

New Recruits

Program 4 -

5.30pm - Koori

Drop In 6 -

7.30pm

GIRLS ONLY

DROP IN 4-7pm

Drop In With:

Secret Auction #

2 Fun Food

Cooking Table

Tennis Comp 4 -

7pm

Drop In with:

Silent Disco 4 -

5.30pm

Monday 4 Dec Tuesday 5 Dec Wednesday 6

Dec

Thursday 7 Dec Friday 8 Dec

fOrT CLOSED for

SKAART

THANKYOU

DINNER

New Recruits

Program 4 -

5.30pm - Koori

Drop In 6-

7.30pm

GIRLS ONLY

DROP IN 4-7pm

Drop In With:

DAY OF THE

COOKIE Table

Tennis Comp Fun

Food Cooking 4 -

7pm

Drop In with:

Surprise Activity

4 - 5.30pm

Monday 11 Dec Tuesday 12 Dec Wednesday 13

Dec

Thursday 14 Dec Friday 15 Dec

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Drop In with:

Game On (M15+)

Art Studio Drum

Lessons Screen

Printing

Workshop Pool

Comp 4 - 7pm

New Recruits

Program 4 -

5.30pm - Koori

Drop In 6 -

7.30pm

GIRLS ONLY

DROP IN - End of

Year Excursion 4-

7pm

Drop In With:

Surprsie Activity

Fun Food Cooking

Table Tennis

Comp 4 - 7pm

Drop In with: Gift

Making 4 -

5.30pm

Monday 18 Dec Tuesday 19 Dec Wednesday 20

Dec

Thursday 21 Dec Friday 22 Dec

END OF YEAR PARTY 4-7pm

Tuesday 19 Dec Wednesday 20 Dec

Thursday 21 Dec Friday 22 Dec

fOrT CLOSED for CHRISTMAS BREAK We re-open on Mon 8th January 2018

fOrT CLOSED for CHRISTMAS BREAK We re-open on Mon 8th January 2018

fOrT CLOSED for CHRISTMAS BREAK We re-open on Mon 8th January 2018

fOrT CLOSED for

CHRISTMAS

BREAK We re-

open on Mon 8th

January 2018

For any queries, contact

Jane Ruge

Youth Activity Officer, The fOrT & Lara

Youth Development Unit, Connected Communities

City of Greater Geelong

P: 03 5274 9074

M: 0457 790 085

E: jruge@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

SKAART - FREE FESTIVAL SKAART 2017 is here – Sunday the 26th November, 11am – 2pm at the fOrT Youth Centre.

This event is free, and open to all ages, with lots of fun activities, delicious food and entertainment.

Please see the below event flyer and share with your contacts.

For any queries, contact

Jane Ruge

Youth Activity Officer, The fOrT & Lara

Youth Development Unit, Connected Communities

City of Greater Geelong

P: 03 5274 9074

M: 0457 790 085

E: jruge@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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FORT SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAM The fOrT are getting in well in advance and circulating their January school holiday program. Programs

will be running almost every day for three weeks in January, which are all free and open to young

people aged between 12 – 25 years.

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If you have any questions, please get in touch with Jane Ruge from City of Greater Geelong on (03)

5274 9074 or by email jruge@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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GORDON TAFE VICTORIAN CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION Victorian Certificate of Education

VCE Year 11 and/or Year 12

Are you working with any young person who would like to complete their VCE but they don’t really

want to be in a mainstream Secondary School? The Gordon TAFE offers VCE in an alternative

education setting which focuses on self-directed learning in an Adult learning environment.

The Gordon TAFE is an accredited provider to teach the VCAA VCE Course and is the only alternative

to mainstream schooling in the Region. It is offered at the City campus which is centrally located and

easy to access by Public Transport.

Completing Year 11 and 12 can open up more employment opportunities as well as pathways to

further education.

http://www.thegordon.edu.au/courses/programs/vce-and-vcal

For Further information Contact the VCE Youth Support Worker Leanne Harris on 5225 0839.

Applications are currently open and you can apply online at the following links to Gordon courses.

Applications will close in late January 2018

- Year 11 link http://www.thegordon.edu.au/courses/all-courses/vce0000001-vce-victorian-certificate-of-

educat-(2)

- Year 12 link http://www.thegordon.edu.au/courses/all-courses/vce0000001-vce-victorian-certificate-of-

educat-(1)

Information sessions are as follows:

- Year 12 Information Session (contact Leanne 5225 0839) 27th November 1.00pm in T Building Room T1.09 at The Gordon City Campus.

- Year 11 Information Session (contact Leanne 5225 0839) 28th November 1.00pm in T Building Room T1.09 The Gordon City Campus

SWITCH MAGAZINE Switch is a magazine, written by young people for young people.

Switch is put together by a team of young people aged 12-25 years old, and is available at cafes,

schools and libraries. Find out more here.

I’m currently overseeing a youth magazine and we’re looking for some content. It’s a great opportunity

for young person to get published and to have others read their work. So if you know of any

English/Literature writing assignments that might have produced something that may fit, or even if

you just know of a young person who’s really keen on writing, could you please pass it on or put them

in touch directly with Harrison Gray from City of Greater Geelong.

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Note: Harrison Gray is filling in for Mardi Janetzki 2.5 days per week (Mon/Tue/Thurs) until she returns

on November 20th 2017.

Contact Details:

Mardi Janetzki

Youth Development Officer

City of Greater Geelong

P: 03 5272 4694

E: mjanetzki@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

VICTORIAN YOUNG ACHIEVER AWARDS The Victorian Young Achiever Awards aims to acknowledge, encourage and promote the positive

achievements of all young people up to and including 29 years of age as of 31st December each

year. Category winners will receive $1,000 into an account in their name from Bank of Melbourne

and a $1,000 Bartercard Account, plus the Victorian Young Achiever of the Year will be taking home

a $2,000 flight voucher from Jetstar and a state trophy.

Do you know a young individual that deserves to be recognised? We would love for them to be

nominated. We hope you can help recognise amazing young Victorians making a difference in our

communities.

Website: http://www.awardsaustralia.com/young-achiever-awards/vic/

Application: https://awardsaustralia.com/appl/nomination-aas.php?program=young-achiever-

awards&state=vic

Contact Details

Address: P O Box 141 Park Orchards 3114 VIC

Phone: (03) 9720 1638

Fax: (03) 9720 2799

Email: vic@awardsaustralia.com

Nominations close 18 December 2017

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FOR PARENTS

DRUMMONG STREET – HELPING YOUR KIDS SETTLE INTO SECONDARY SCHOOL

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DRUMMONG STREET – HELPING YOUR KIDS SETTLE INTO PRIMARY SCHOOL

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EVENTS

C.A.O.S NETWORK MEETING DECEMBER 5 Dear Network Members,

The next CAOS Meeting is on Tuesday December 5, 10am to 12 noon, followed by a light lunch.

To be held: 61 Yooringa Avenue Norlane

Host: Urban Seed/Baptcare

Presentation: Raquel Wright

Barwon Child Youth and Family

Brief Intervention Programs

As always, thank you for your ongoing support and contributions.

Next Caos 3214 Meeting 2018!

Feb 6th

April 3rd

June 5th

August 7th

October 2nd

December 4th

Let Cathy know if you wish to host in 2018.

For any queries, contact:

Cathy Walker

Team Leader

Connected Communities

City of Greater Geelong

P: 03 52725130

M: 0418148391

E: cwalker@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

3219 EAST FORUM- 4 DECEMBER 2017 Dear East Forum Members,

You are invited to attend the 3219 East Forum, December 4th, 2017.

The Venue is Newcomb Library ( Cnr Wilsons Rd and Bellarine HWY)10:30am to 12 noon followed by

a light lunch.

Speakers:

Terri Osburn ( City of Greater Geelong) Social Infrastructure Plan – community consultation opportunities

Amanda Stirrat (City of Greater Geelong) Whittington ‘Story Walk’ created by Nelson Park Students. Launch of booklet and maps.

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RSVP Essential by December 1, cduadmin@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

BARWON CASA/MINERVA COMMUNITY SERVICES - INFORMATION SESSION FOR FAMILY

VIOLENCE SERVICE PROVIDERS Barwon CASA / Minerva together with the Karen and Karenni Leaders warmly welcome you to

attend an information session about the Karen and Karenni Culture and life experiences including

family violence.

Participants will hear about:

- Life experience in Burma / Myanmar

- Family Violence at the refugee camp

- Family Violence in Australia

- Role of the leaders

through a story to be narrated by Corina, Augustino, Klo Htoo Doh and Mu Ra

Session Information:

Date: Thursday 23rd November 2017

Time: 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Location: Norlane Church of Christ

33 Eagle Parade Norlane

(car parking available)

To Register:

Contact Reception

Phone: 5224 2903

Email: admin@barwoncasa.org

or Monet

Phone: 0402 317 122

Email: monet@barwoncasa.org

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TRAINING

EXPLORING BARWON - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AREA You are invited to attend the November Exploring Barwon seminars. The session will focus on:

Trauma - Vicarious & Self Care and Client Trauma

Topics covered will include:

· What is the impact of trauma on the brain and body

· Practical ways to work with clients impacted by trauma

Date: Thursday 23 November 2017

Time: 1.00 - 3.00pm

Venue: Level 5, B Side, State Government Offices Corner Little Malop and Fenwick Streets Geelong

This is a FREE training session facilitated by the Department of Health and Human Services, Local

Connections Unit and the Department of Justice and Regulation as a part of the Exploring Barwon –

getting to know your Area project.

For more information and to RSVP: barwon.communityparticipation@dhhs.vic.gov.au.

Please circulate to your networks and contacts where relevant.

Please note that there have been changes to the security access of the level 5 meeting rooms. A

DHHS/DJR staff member will be at the ground floor B side lift to provide access from 12.45pm until

1.05pm. If you arrive later please proceed to level 2 for assistance.

IDENTIFYING FAMILY VIOLENCE TRAINING 29TH NOVEMBER 2017 Barwon CASA / Minerva Community Services

This training provide opportunity for you to:

Define family violence, know the prevalence, understand the gendered nature and identify a broad range of violent behaviours.

Understand that there are a diversity of experiences.

Ask appropriate questions to elicit family violence disclosure and understand the barriers to disclosure.

Refer people to appropriate family violence services and have confidence in responding to disclosures

Date: Wednesday 29th November 2017

Time: 9.30am-12.30pm arrive by 9.15am for 9.30am start

Location: Eastern Hub, 285A McKillop Street, East Geelong

Cost: Free

Register: Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/SZOV

Contact Details: Heidi (03) 5222 4318 Email: training@barwoncasa.org

Morning Tea Provided

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GRANTS

VIVA ENERGY ROLE MODEL GRANTS Did you know that the Viva Energy Role Model Grants are now open and taking applications?

Each year not-for-profit organisations such as yours are invited to apply for grants of up to $5000 to

assist with programs addressing one of three significant challenges - mental illness, substance

misuse and breaking the poverty cycle through education.

Grant applications are judged on overall community impact and the ability to make lasting changes

for those involved.

This year’s applications close on November 20.

For more information, and to submit your application visit Viva Energy website.

RURAL EDUCATION AUSTRALIA PROGRAM - REAPING REWARDS The Rural Education Australia Program (REAPing Rewards) provides grants up to $10,000 to not-for-

profit community groups, early childhood service providers, and primary and secondary school

community support committees, for locally driven projects and programs that directly enhance the

educational outcomes for children and students (0-18 years) in remote, rural and regional

communities.

The program can assist community based not-for-profit organisations and educators to support

education in remote, rural and regional communities through the provision of quality, positive

educational experiences in the early childhood, primary and secondary years, including:

Community based Early Childhood Service Providers such as playgroups, kindergartens,

preschools, day care / family care centres, toy libraries;

Primary Schools and Secondary Schools, community based support committees such as

Parent & Citizens Committees, after school care programs, and homework Programs;

Not-for-profit community group projects and activities that directly support education

providers and students.

Website: http://www.frrr.org.au/cb_pages/rural_education_australia_program_-

_reaping_rewards.php?utm_source=FRRR+Master+Newsletter+List+Nov+2016&utm_campaign=3ec

ebeffd3-eNewsSept17&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_836e76c36c-3ecebeffd3-77440341

Guidelines: http://www.frrr.org.au/resources/REAPing_Rewards_2016_Guidelines_Rd6.pdf

Application:

http://www.frrr.org.au/cb_pages/files/REAPing_Rewards_2015_Rd6_Application%20Form.doc

Contact Details

Address: PO Box 41 Bendigo 3552 VIC

Phone: 1800 170 020

Email: info@frrr.org.au

Applications close 01-Dec-2017

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EMPLOYMENT

CITY OF GREATER GEELONG Neighbourhood House Program Coordinator

Job no: 492327

Work type: Temporary Part Time

Classification: Band 6

Categories: Community Development

View Position Description

Enquiries: Jane Wager | 03 5272 4763 | jwager@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

BETHANY Specialist Children’s Group Facilitator

This 0.7EFT position is based in Geelong.

Bethany is seeking a passionate and experienced Group Work Facilitator to join the team.

This role will design and facilitate group work programs for children impacted by homelessness and

family violence.

View Position Description

Further Information contact Lisa Robinson, Manager Housing and Family Violence, by phone (03)

5278 8122 or email lrobinson@bethany.org.au