Connecting and strengthening communities through inclusion and partnerships.
City of Port Phillip (CoPP) invites staff and volunteers from local community groups and organisations to participate in training. The training is free and places are limited. Use the TryBooking links below to secure your place in the training.If you have any general queries, or access or support requirements that will enable your participation in these events, please contact the Community Building Team. Interpreters are available upon request.
Access and Inclusion Training | Monday 21 February 2022 | 2-4pm
Accessible Action will provide disability awareness training to improve access and inclusion in your community organisation. This training will ensure your learning outcomes provide a new perspective on the social model of disability, and shift mindsets to promote access and inclusion of people with disability in your organisation. Accessible Action facilitators are people with lived experience of disability in order to influence with authenticity and effect meaningful change.Trainer Amanda Lawrie-Jones is a skilled Access & Inclusion Consultant with decades of organisational capability experience. Amanda has successfully created impact and meaningful change working in both government and non-government sectors.
You will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan.
The program will provide participants with helpful insights in order to develop a rich working understanding of the nuances of the Jewish community. The session covers a range of topics including; the diverse demographics of the Jewish community in City of Port Phillip, history of the Jewish community in the area, Jewish traditions and practice, Jewish responses to local challenges, and the Jewish experience in 2021/22. Within these topic areas we will address the experience of living with antisemitism and the perception vs reality of the community in Port Phillip and greater Melbourne.
Types of Proof of Vaccination
There are two types of proof available. Both are free.
It’s quick to get an immunisation history statement online. Download your statement now so you are ready to show it when you need to gain entry to places you want or need to visit.
If online is difficult for you or your residents, there are a few alternatives:
To reduce the impact of ageism in the community a consortium of multi-agency Elder Abuse Prevention Networks (EAPNs) led by Southern Melbourne Primary Care Partnership engaged Common Cause Australia to develop the Framing Age Message Guide. The research and resulting tips will help everyone better understand how to communicate about age, ageing and issues affecting older people in a way that reduces ageist attitudes, stereotypes and behaviours.
The guide details research conducted by Common Cause Australia using their unique approach to community engagement. It identifies ways of communicating to shift persuadable audiences to a more supportive mindset.
Based on this research, six ‘Top Tips for Messaging’ have been outlined, including practical ‘before’ and ‘after’ examples. Details on how to structure a persuasive story are also included.
There’s even a ‘cheat sheet’ at the end so you have the most important information all in one place!
Tobias Nash investigates how South Melbourne’s landscapes and hidden infrastructure reveal our adaption of water use from wetlands, streams, lagoons or springs.
Where: online.
- Where: Online Zoom. You will be sent a Zoom link once you book
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: places are limited to 15 people. Book online through TryBooking
Standard Mental Health First Aid | Friday 18 March and Friday 25 March 2022
Learn how to assist adults who are developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis, until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves. Participants are required to complete one E-Learning module and attend two x 2.5 hour Zoom sessions.You will learn how to assist an adult who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves, using a practical, evidence-based action plan.
Mental Health First Aid Australia is a national not-for-profit organisation that develops and evaluates training programs and trains and accredits Instructors.
Trainer Ronnie Kakaire is a Mental Health First Aid 'Principal Master' Instructor with a very strong passion for training and facilitating workshops. His energetic, engaging and yet entertaining style of delivering training has made him a favourite for most participants that have attended his sessions.
This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.
Participants are required to complete one E-Learning module and attend two x 2.5 hour Zoom sessions.
About E-Learning
This is self-paced and takes approximately 3 hours if done in one session.
About Zoom sessions
These are very interactive and participants go through what they learned during e-learning and also practice skills.
Zoom Sessions Dates and Times:
Session One: Friday 18 March 2022
Time: Choose from either 10am - 12:30 pm OR 2pm - 4:30 pm
Session Two: Friday 25 March 2022
Time: Choose from either 10am - 12:30 pm OR 2pm - 4:30 pm
Trainer Ronnie Kakaire is a Mental Health First Aid 'Principal Master' Instructor with a very strong passion for training and facilitating workshops. His energetic, engaging and yet entertaining style of delivering training has made him a favourite for most participants that have attended his sessions.
This course is based on guidelines developed through the expert consensus of people with lived experience of mental health problems and professionals.
Participants are required to complete one E-Learning module and attend two x 2.5 hour Zoom sessions.
About E-Learning
This is self-paced and takes approximately 3 hours if done in one session.
About Zoom sessions
These are very interactive and participants go through what they learned during e-learning and also practice skills.
Zoom Sessions Dates and Times:
Session One: Friday 18 March 2022
Time: Choose from either 10am - 12:30 pm OR 2pm - 4:30 pm
Session Two: Friday 25 March 2022
Time: Choose from either 10am - 12:30 pm OR 2pm - 4:30 pm
- Where: Online. You will be sent a Zoom link once you book.
- Cost: Free
- How to Book: places are limited to 15 people. Book online through TryBooking
Jewish Immersion Day for Community Organisations | Thursday 24 February 2022 | 9am-1pm
The Program is a combination of engaging sessions with a diverse range of speakers and facilitators, as well as a visit to the Jewish Museum of Australia and St Kilda Hebrew Congregation.The program will provide participants with helpful insights in order to develop a rich working understanding of the nuances of the Jewish community. The session covers a range of topics including; the diverse demographics of the Jewish community in City of Port Phillip, history of the Jewish community in the area, Jewish traditions and practice, Jewish responses to local challenges, and the Jewish experience in 2021/22. Within these topic areas we will address the experience of living with antisemitism and the perception vs reality of the community in Port Phillip and greater Melbourne.
For over 80 years The Jewish Community Council of Victoria has been the peak body of Victorian Jewry, Australia’s largest Jewish community. With 52 major communal organisations as its affiliates, the JCCV represents the mosaic of Jewish religious, political, cultural, welfare, educational and social associations serving the Jewish community in Victoria.
- Where: Meet at St Kilda Town Hall, 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: places are limited to 15 people. Book online through TryBooking
City of Port Phillip New Residents Directory for new migrants
The City of Port Phillip New Residents Directory was created for new migrants and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds who live, work and study in the Port Phillip area. We spoke to several current residents who arrived in Port Phillip as migrants, refugees and asylum seekers and asked them what information they wished they had known when they arrived in Port Phillip and during their first year. This directory includes what they told us.The directory is also be shortly available in Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic and Mandarin (simplified) on City of Port Phillip Multicultural Community page
Please note: As this is a walk-in clinic there may be an extended wait during busy periods.
Address: Prahran Town Hall, 255a Chapel St, Prahran.
- For further information, contact Council and ask for the Diversity Officer on Tel: 03 9209 6777.
StarHealth COVID Testing and Vaccination
Free COVID-19 Screening Clinic at the Prahran Town Hall for anyone experiencing symptoms.Please note: As this is a walk-in clinic there may be an extended wait during busy periods.
Address: Prahran Town Hall, 255a Chapel St, Prahran.
Hours: 9 am – 5 pm, 7 days.
Closed daily between 12 pm – 1 pm for cleaning.
If you require assistance when visiting the clinic, or when waiting in line, please approach a staff member or security and they will be pleased to assist you. You can also register by calling us on 8644 3311 during business hours
Book a Vaccination or Booster appointment with Star Health Vaccination sites:
Closed daily between 12 pm – 1 pm for cleaning.
If you require assistance when visiting the clinic, or when waiting in line, please approach a staff member or security and they will be pleased to assist you. You can also register by calling us on 8644 3311 during business hours
Book a Vaccination or Booster appointment with Star Health Vaccination sites:
StarHealth is delivering three COVID-19 Vaccines:
StarHealth Prahran Town Hall
180 Greville St, Prahran VIC 3181
Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Closed daily from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book between 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Click here to book between 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Or call 8644 3311 to book over the phone
StarHealth Port Melbourne Town Hall
333 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Open Monday to Wednesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Open Thursday to Friday 9:00 am -7:45 pm
Closed daily from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book online
Or via the Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398
Accepting walk-ins
StarHealth South Melbourne
341 Coventry St, South Melbourne 3205
Open Thursday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Closed between 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book online
Or call 9525 1300 to book over the phone
StarHealth Betty Day Community Centre
67 Argyle St, St Kilda 3182
Open Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Closed daily from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book online
To book, contact the coronavirus hotline on: 1800 675 398
- AstraZeneca
- Moderna
- Pfizer
StarHealth Prahran Town Hall
180 Greville St, Prahran VIC 3181
Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Closed daily from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book between 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Click here to book between 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Or call 8644 3311 to book over the phone
StarHealth Port Melbourne Town Hall
333 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Open Monday to Wednesday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Open Thursday to Friday 9:00 am -7:45 pm
Closed daily from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book online
Or via the Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398
Accepting walk-ins
StarHealth South Melbourne
341 Coventry St, South Melbourne 3205
Open Thursday 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Closed between 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book online
Or call 9525 1300 to book over the phone
StarHealth Betty Day Community Centre
67 Argyle St, St Kilda 3182
Open Monday to Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Closed daily from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Click here to book online
To book, contact the coronavirus hotline on: 1800 675 398
Assistance with Proof of COVID Vaccination
People will be required to show proof of vaccination while out in the community. This can be done using your COVID-19 digital certificate or immunisation history statement. For more information and advice visit How to get your COVID-19 digital certificate | Coronavirus VictoriaTypes of Proof of Vaccination
There are two types of proof available. Both are free.
- A COVID – 19 Digital certificate, which shows you have received both doses of a COVID vaccine. For more information visit Getting help during coronavirus (COVID-19) - COVID-19 digital certificate as proof - Services Australia
- An immunisation history statement which lists COVID -19 vaccinations and all other vaccinations. For more information visit Australian Immunisation Register - How to get an immunisation history statement - Services Australia
It’s quick to get an immunisation history statement online. Download your statement now so you are ready to show it when you need to gain entry to places you want or need to visit.
If online is difficult for you or your residents, there are a few alternatives:
- Call the Australian Immunisation Register and ask them to post your immunisation history statement, noting that it may take up to 14 days to arrive. Call 1800 653 809 from Monday to Friday 8 am to 5 pm.
- Call Medicare on 13 20 11 and ask them to send you a printed copy. They are on the phones 24 hours 7 days a week. You can also ask for interpretation in your language when you call Medicare.
- Ask someone who has internet access for help with online if you need it quickly who can help you to print it off. You will need a MyGov account (www.my.gov.au)
- Ask at your GP clinic, pharmacy or community centre for help in printing your COVID certificate.
Framing Age Message Guide
What is the Framing Age Message Guide?To reduce the impact of ageism in the community a consortium of multi-agency Elder Abuse Prevention Networks (EAPNs) led by Southern Melbourne Primary Care Partnership engaged Common Cause Australia to develop the Framing Age Message Guide. The research and resulting tips will help everyone better understand how to communicate about age, ageing and issues affecting older people in a way that reduces ageist attitudes, stereotypes and behaviours.
The guide details research conducted by Common Cause Australia using their unique approach to community engagement. It identifies ways of communicating to shift persuadable audiences to a more supportive mindset.
Based on this research, six ‘Top Tips for Messaging’ have been outlined, including practical ‘before’ and ‘after’ examples. Details on how to structure a persuasive story are also included.
There’s even a ‘cheat sheet’ at the end so you have the most important information all in one place!
ONLINE | Walking on water - South Melbourne | Sunday 5 December 2021 | 10-11am
Discover the heritage treasures and secret histories of Port Phillip with free online and in person guided walks.Tobias Nash investigates how South Melbourne’s landscapes and hidden infrastructure reveal our adaption of water use from wetlands, streams, lagoons or springs.
Where: online.
Cost: Free
Bookings: essential, online through Trybooking
The beach access equipment includes a Mobi-chair beach wheelchair (MC) and Accessible Beach Matting (ABM). This equipment is FREE to hire and removes some of the barriers that can restrict people with a disability from enjoying beaches. Beach access equipment has been available at StKLSC and PMLSC since 2017.
The St Kilda Life Saving Club includes a Victorian Government funded Changing Places. Changing Places facilities have a height-adjustable, adult-sized changing bench, a tracking hoist system, and space for two people in a safe and clean environment.
To access the Changing Places facility, an individual or carer must have a Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK). This key enables people with a disability to gain 24-hour access, seven days a week to the facility. Eligibility for the MLAK is restricted to people with disability that have written authority from a doctor, a disability organisation or a community health centre. People with a disability can purchase an MLAK by contacting the Master Locksmiths Association on 1800 819 775.
Timing & Booking
Lifesaving patrol season: November 2021 to April 2022.
St Kilda Life Saving Club
Location: 34 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda
Available: Saturday and Sunday during patrol times, 12noon-5pm, 1.5 hr hire limit
Port Melbourne Life Saving Club
Location: 38 Beaconsfield Parade, Port Melbourne
Available: Saturday and Sunday during patrol times, 12noon-5pm, 1.5hr hire limit
Register your interest before 23 December 2021 and we’ll keep you in the loop about future opportunities to participate in deeper conversations about some of the challenges and opportunities we’re considering as we continue planning for the future of this great City.
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City of Port Phillip (CoPP)
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Email: news@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Bookings: essential, online through Trybooking
Beach Access Program Summer 2021/22
The City of Port Phillip currently has two accessible beach locations, St Kilda Beach and Port Melbourne Beach. The Life Saving Clubs at these locations, St Kilda Life Saving Club (StKLSC) and Port Melbourne Life Saving Club (PMLSC) support the delivery of beach access equipment for hire during the summer lifesaving patrol season.The beach access equipment includes a Mobi-chair beach wheelchair (MC) and Accessible Beach Matting (ABM). This equipment is FREE to hire and removes some of the barriers that can restrict people with a disability from enjoying beaches. Beach access equipment has been available at StKLSC and PMLSC since 2017.
The St Kilda Life Saving Club includes a Victorian Government funded Changing Places. Changing Places facilities have a height-adjustable, adult-sized changing bench, a tracking hoist system, and space for two people in a safe and clean environment.
To access the Changing Places facility, an individual or carer must have a Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK). This key enables people with a disability to gain 24-hour access, seven days a week to the facility. Eligibility for the MLAK is restricted to people with disability that have written authority from a doctor, a disability organisation or a community health centre. People with a disability can purchase an MLAK by contacting the Master Locksmiths Association on 1800 819 775.
Timing & Booking
Lifesaving patrol season: November 2021 to April 2022.
- Accessible Beach Matting: Rolled out Tuesday 16 November 2021 at both locations, available everyday (except for each Tuesday 4.30 am – 10.30 am, to accommodate beach cleaning). No booking required.
- Mobi-chair beach wheelchair: Available for hire from Saturday 27 November 2021. Bookings accepted from Wednesday 24 November 2021.
Location: 34 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda
Available: Saturday and Sunday during patrol times, 12noon-5pm, 1.5 hr hire limit
- To book: visit portphillip.vic.gov.au/accessible-beaches or phone 03 9209 6777
Port Melbourne Life Saving Club
Location: 38 Beaconsfield Parade, Port Melbourne
Available: Saturday and Sunday during patrol times, 12noon-5pm, 1.5hr hire limit
- To book: visit portphillip.vic.gov.au/accessible-beaches or phone 03 9209 6777
- To book on the day: phone 9646 8773.
Help Shape Year 2 of the City of Port Phillip Council Plan
If you think you’d might like to be part of some deeper conversations in the new year about how we can continue to keep our City great, then we want to hear from you!Register your interest before 23 December 2021 and we’ll keep you in the loop about future opportunities to participate in deeper conversations about some of the challenges and opportunities we’re considering as we continue planning for the future of this great City.
Current and upcoming consultations
Throughout November and December we’ll be asking for your feedback on a range of projects and initiatives across our City, including a play space upgrade, streetscape improvements and guidelines for our nature strips.- To find out more, visit Have Your Say
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City of Port Phillip (CoPP)
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Email: news@portphillip.vic.gov.au
Website: www.portphillip.vic.gov.au