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Adult Learners’ Week
It doesn’t matter how old you are, how far you are to reach, or poor you feel your computer skills are: there’s a wide range of learning opportunities available to help you in your lifelong learning. Continue reading
National Reconciliation Week
According to the latest Australian Reconciliation Barometer, 87 percent of Australians agree believe that the relationship between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and the rest of Australians is important to our identity as a nation. Continue reading
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Tagged announcement, community, community sector, indigenous, reconciliation
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Volunteers are at the centre of community life
I love to catch up with volunteers and volunteer organisations as I travel around the country. I never cease to be inspired by the level of dedication and commitment of our volunteers to the causes and activities that matter to them! Continue reading
National Families Week
This National Families Week, let’s take the time to reflect on the critical role that families play in teaching, supporting and nurturing children.
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A Salute to our Great Volunteers
The theme of National Volunteer Week 2012 is “Every one counts!” and counting the work and the contribution of our volunteers is often quite difficult to do.
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Yass Schools Working Together
Last week I was invited to Yass to open the facilities funded under the Federal Government’s “Local Schools Working Together” Project.
It was a wonderful opportuity to see first hand how schools, governments and local communities are benefitting from collaboration and planning.
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Tagged celebration, collaboration, community, Funding, local schools, shared resources, Working Together, Yass
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Anniversary of the Apology to the Stolen Generations
The fourth anniversary of the National Apology is a reminder of how our nation can come together in efforts to overcome injustices of the past and look to the future, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Mick Gooda said today.
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2012 National Year of Reading
Did you know that this is the year we’re going to celebrate all things reading? Check out the website at www.love2read.org.au to find out what is happening in your community! Continue reading
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Honouring National Champions at the National Disability Awards
It was wonderful to witness the celebration of ABILITY at the Gala Dinner lin Parliament House for the 2011 National Disability Awards, where nine outstanding individuals and organisations were honoured for their work to improve the lives of people with disability These awards are one of the highlights of my parliamentary year – they acknowledge outstanding Australians working and advocating in an important area of Social Inclusion.
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Tagged announcement, Awards, celebration, collaboration, disability, parnerships, social inclusion, Social Inclusion Week, social justice
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Are you at risk of developing diabetes?
Diabetes poses a growing health threat. At present, type 1 diabetes cannot be prevented. Type 2 diabetes, however, can be prevented in many cases by maintaining a healthy weight and being physically active.
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