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CoPP | THIS | Community Training, Grants, Sports News in City of Port Phillip | March 2021

[Edited extract from public address]

Connecting and strengthening communities through inclusion and partnerships.

CoPP | TRAINING | Employment Information Session for Temporary Visa Holders | Thursday 4 March 2021 | 3.30-5pm

Working casually or part-time on a temporary visa within Melbourne can be confusing and challenging, especially in the food delivery sector.

You are welcome to join us for an interactive session online or in-person (COVID-safe requirements and limits apply) at St Kilda Town Hall. Guest speakers from WEstjustice legal service, the Migrant Workers Centre and Transport Workers Union Vic will be our expert guest speakers.

Where: Online or in person at St Kilda Town Hall, Council Chamber - 99A Carlisle St, St Kilda, Victoria 3182

NECO | TRAINING | Lets get Neighbourly, Port Phillip | Friday 5 March or Wednesday 24 March 2021

Are you interested in building community, making new friends and running fun activities where you live?

Neighbourhood Connect (NECO) are offering free individual mentoring and workshops, as well as the support, tools and tips to create firstly a gathering of neighbours and then an ongoing group.

Workshop dates:
Friday 5 March 2021 | 10am-12.30pm
Where: South Port Community Centre, 154 Liardet St, Port Melbourne Vic 3207
Cost: Free

OR
Wednesday 24 March | 6.30pm-9pm
Where: Betty Day Community Centre, 67 Argyle St, St Kilda Vic 3182
Cost: Free
Bookings: Register now, places are limited.

TRAINING | National Principles for Child Safe Organisations | Tuesday 11 May 2021 | 10am-12pm

This two hour training seminar will be useful for Child-safe organisations to understand:
  • The ten national principles
  • Recognise how the national principles may be integrated within their safety framework
  • Identify how the principles might be practiced at child-facing level
  • Identify core issues of responding to harm and abuse, equity and empowerment, and code of conduct
Where: Online - link to be provided upon registration
Cost: Free
Bookings: RSVP your attendance via TryBooking

CoPP | TRAINING | Keeping Connected to be OK | Wednesday 24 March 2021 | 10-11am

This one-hour seminar will focus on creating and maintaining wellbeing through the power of staying connected. Participants will have the opportunity to enhance their understanding of mental illness and the wellbeing continuum, learn how to have a conversation with someone your concerned about, and where to go for resources and support.

Where: Online - link to be provided upon registration
Cost: Free

SPPH | FITNESSING | Sport Phillip

Sport Phillip programs are bursting into March with the return of popular initiatives such as Aquababes and Fitness Express stations at Alma & Albert Park. This month sees the introduction of Walking Football and the This Girl Can Week | 22-28 March 2021.

Be sure to keep up with the latest activities and information on the Sport Phillip Webpage

CoPP | GRANTING | Local Festivals Fund - Recovery Grants Round | applications open 10 March, closing 7 April 2021

The Local Festivals Fund - Recovery grants 2020/21 aims to encourage and assist Not-For-Profit organisations and community groups to develop small to medium scale local neighbourhood festivals or events during Covid-19 recovery, and to celebrate the City’s community spirit, identity, arts and culture.

More information is available on our Local Festivals Fund webpage.

DGC | GRANTING | Dyson Community Grants | applications now open, closing 19 March 2021

The Dyson Group of Companies is pleased to announce the launch of the next round of the Dysons Community Grants. This program has been established to provide grants in support of the many community groups and organisations around Victoria.

There are two rounds of grants annually, each with $10,000 available (maximum grant $1000). Eligible organisations include schools, sporting clubs, not-for-profit groups, charities and emergency services.

Click here for all details, including an online application form

ECC | PROMOTING | Community Wellbeing Day at Elwood Croquet Club | Sunday 21 March 2021 | 10am-3pm 

Community Wellbeing day at Elwood Croquet Club (ECC) is designed to promote healthy living and to encourage people to take up physical activities. Opportunities will be provided for people to play croquet and/or take part in a yoga session. 

StarHealth will also have a range of health professionals and teams present to provide participants with information on general health and wellbeing, and on navigating the health system. Refreshments will be provided. 
More information visit Elwood Croquet Club website

Where: Elwood Croquet Club corner St Kilda Street and Head Street, Elwood


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Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Email: news@portphillip.vic.gov.au