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VIC | VCCI | HELPING | Create safer, more respectful workplaces – Lead the Change Program

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Lead the Change is a Victorian Government‑funded program designed to help leaders and decision-makers in small to medium enterprises create respectful, inclusive environments across the hospitality, retail, manufacturing and construction industries.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) program provides practical tools, training and expert support to prevent gender‑based violence, meet legal obligations and build inclusive, positive workplace cultures. Sessions are free and delivered across metro, suburban and regional Victoria from February 2026 to May 2027.

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Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) 

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry acknowledges that the land we live, work, learn and support business on is the land of the Traditional Custodians, collectively the Indigenous Communities of Victoria. We pay our respects to ancestors and elders, past, present and future and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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AUST | SCFO | GRANTING | The Scanlon Foundation's Annual Community Grant Round 2026 | now open, closing Friday 28 August 2026

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The Employment Pathways category will provide up to $50,000 per project/per annum for 2 years. 

Targeted to long-term unemployed/underemployed adults from all migrant and multicultural backgrounds, the grants will continue to support proposals from regional and rural communities or organisations supporting migrant and multicultural communities in regional areas.

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Scanlon Foundation (SCFO) 

The Scanlon Foundation respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land, the Bunurong Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung peoples of the Eastern Kulin Nation and pays respect to their Elders past, present and emerging.

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CoPP | BOCL | TALKING | Healthy Feet with Bolton Clarke | Tuesday 11 August 2026 | 11am-12noon

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Discover how to care for your feet and get some helpful tips on selecting footwear.

We ask a lot from our feet. They carry us millions of kilometres through our life and can suffer the effects of wear and tear.

But there are simple ways to keep your feet healthy. Learn how to care for your feet because there’s a lot more to it than just trimming your toenails.

Two sessions available proudly supported by Independence Australia. Other session St Kilda Library | Thursday 13 August 2026 | 11am-12noon
  • Where: Port Melbourne Library, 333 Bay Street, Port Melbourne Victoria 3207
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: online via Trybooking
 

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Bolton Clarke (BOCL)
Tel: 1300 22 11 22

Bolton Clarke acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land which we live and work, their rich culture and spiritual connection to country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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VIC | WOY | CONNECTING | What's on Youth

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Got an event, job, grant, program or wellbeing service for young people? 

What's On Youth (WOY) helps organisations, councils and schools get their opportunities in front of young Victorians across the state – for free.

What's On Youth is a Victorian-built platform, developed with support from the Victorian Government, to help young people discover opportunities,

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What's On Youth (WOY)

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CoPP | VPC | WEBINAR | RISE in Pride Information Evening | Tuesday 4 August 2026 | 6-7pm AEST

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Join us online to learn how RISE in Pride will elevate LGBTIQA+ voices, develop creative leadership, and build a more representative and inclusive arts sector.

RISE in Pride unites the Telling it with Pride Speakers Program and the new Producing with Pride Initiative to support LGBTIQA+ storytellers, artists and event producers. Join this info session to learn more and ask questions.


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Victorian Pride Centre (VPC)
Address: 79-81 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182
Tel: 03 7035 3592

The Victorian Pride Centre respectfully acknowledges the Yaluk-ut Weelam Clan of the Boon Wurrung peoples. We pay our respects to their Elders, both past and present. We uphold their continuing relationship to this land where the Victorian Pride Centre exists today.

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CoPP | PPLS | TALKING | With Author Dr Linda Hamilton – Pay It in Five | Tuesday 18 August 2026 | 6.30-7.30pm

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Ever wondered why your home loan feels endless?

Join author and educator Dr Linda Hamilton as she unpacks the hidden maths behind mortgages and why so many Australians struggle to see the full picture.

Drawing from her book Pay It in Five, Linda shares a practical, easy-to-understand approach to planning and managing a home loan with confidence. Whether you are buying your first home or supporting someone who is, this session will change the way you think about one of life’s biggest financial decisions.
  • Where: Emerald Hill Library, 195 Bank Street, South Melbourne Victoria 3205
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: online via Trybooking


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Port Phillip Library Service (PPLS)
City of Port Phillip
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.


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CoPP | PPLS | SCREENING | Film Club: Death in Brunswick | Thursday 6 August | 5.30-7.30pm

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Honouring the life and legacy of the late Sam Neill, St Kilda Library is hosting a free screening of the Australian cult classic Death in Brunswick.

Death in Brunswick is a distinctive and darkly comic film. Equal parts comedy, thriller and time capsule, the film captures a Melbourne that is at once familiar and delightfully eccentric.

A riotous rollercoaster of murder and mayhem set in multicultural inner Melbourne, this hit Australian comedy-thriller stars Sam Neill, Zoe Carides and John Clarke.

Death in Brunswick (1991) | Director: John Ruane | Rating: M | Language: English, Closed Captions
  • Where: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda Victoria 3182
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: online via Trybooking


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Port Phillip Library Service (PPLS)
City of Port Phillip
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.



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AUST | EQPR | GATHERING | The Rainbow Leaders Summit Early Bird access is open | Thursday 19 November 2026 | 9am-4.30pm

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Too many of us do this work in isolation, and we wanted one day where that stops.

The Rainbow Leaders Summit is one hundred rainbow leaders, changemakers and allies in one room.
  • Early bird is open now for two weeks. $195.
  • After that, the ticket goes to $295 on 14 August 2026.
This isn't a conference. No panels, no keynotes, no sitting through presentations. It's a full day out of your inbox, in a room with 100 people who get the work you usually do alone.

You'll have a real say in the direction, have the conversations that don't happen anywhere else, including the ones where you don't all agree, and leave with alliances, not a lanyard.

What the last room said: 
  • 8.65/10 average rating to "How likely are you to recommend this?"
  • 9 in 10 rated the content and facilitation highly
  • 70% scored the day a perfect 9 or 10
That's what the last room said with no cost to attend. This year the ticket funds the day and keeps it independent — same room, same standard.

Only 100 seats!

See you there.
The Equality Project Team


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The Equality Project (EQPR)
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The Equality Project® respectfully acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we will gather for this event. We wish to pay respect to Elders past, present and future and recognise the deep connection and important role that First Nations people have and continue to play. We acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.

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CoPP | PPLS | TALKING | Treaty and Gellung Warl | Thursday 27 August 2026 | 6-7pm

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Join First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria member Zoe Upton (Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation) and MC Uncle Charles Pakana to learn about the decades-long journey to Treaty for Victoria. 

The First Peoples' Assembly of Victoria recently held their third set of elections, elected new Co-Chairs and became part of Gellung Warl (meaning tip of the spear in Gunaikurnai). Gellung Warl is the new body created through Australia’s first Treaty.

Come along to: 
  • Learn about the historic journey towards Treaty
  • Understand what it means for us all
  • Ask questions and join the conversation
Allies and First Peoples welcome.
  • Where: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda Victoria 3182
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: online via Trybooking


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Port Phillip Library Service (PPLS)
City of Port Phillip
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.


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VIC | TRVI | OFFERING | Half price and contactless travel

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Public transport in Victoria is half price for everyone until 1 January 2027. Half price fares apply automatically to all public transport services statewide and to all passengers, including concession holders.

In addition, Transport Victoria (TRVI) has recently rolled out contactless payment options across the tram network and at train stations where myki is accepted.

Contactless payment is currently available for full fare customers only. Concession card holders should keep using their concession myki to ensure they are charged the correct fare.

If you are a concession card holder and accidentally tap on with a phone or bank card, wait 30 seconds and tap off with the same device so you are not charged. Any customers who make a mistake and are incorrectly charged should contact the Transport Victoria Contact Centre on 1800 800 007 to discuss reimbursement options.

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Transport Victoria (TRVI)
Department of Transport and Planning
State Government Victoria
Address: 1 Spring Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

We proudly acknowledge the First Peoples of Victoria. We acknowledge their ongoing strength in practising the world’s oldest living culture. We acknowledge the Traditional Owners’ lands, waters, and skies on which we live and pay respects to their Elders past and present. 

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

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CoPP | PPLS | LENDING | Over 60? You can borrow an iPad

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Did you know that library members aged over 60 can borrow an iPad with free internet for a month?

St Kilda Library is proud to offer the Older Persons iPad Lending Program. We have 10 iPads available for lending at St Kilda Library. Patrons 60 years and over will be able to borrow an iPad with free internet for one month.

All you need is a Port Phillip Library membership and a Victorian Senior's Card (or other proof of age).
  • Where: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda Victoria 3182
  • Cost: Free
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Port Phillip Library Service (PPLS)
City of Port Phillip
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.


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CoPP | PPLS | RECOMMENDING | Epic reads with The Odyssey

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More than 2,000 years after it was written, The Odyssey still speaks to us because it explores timeless experiences like facing uncertainty, overcoming obstacles, searching for belonging and finding our way home.

At its heart Odysseus' journey is a story about resilience, identity and the challenges that shape us along the way.

Our Odyssey-inspired reading list brings together Homer’s original epic, modern retellings and novels influenced by its themes.

From fresh perspectives in The Penelopiad, Circe, A Thousand Ships and Lavinia to enduring classics such as The Iliad and Ulysses, these books show why this ancient tale continues to inspire readers and writers today.


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Port Phillip Library Service (PPLS)
City of Port Phillip
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.


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AUST | OSECI | HEARING | Your say: from Australian Muslims

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Launching the Australian Muslim Poll, collecting the diverse experiences, perspectives and wellbeing of Muslims across Australia.

A national initiative delivered by Australia's Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI) in partnership with Deakin University.

The Australian Muslim Poll is Australia’s first nationally representative, annual study of its kind. It will build a robust evidence base to better understand Muslim communities and inform policy, community programs and public discourse with high-quality, data-driven insights.

The Australian Muslim Poll will run across 2026–2027, with the first findings expected in September 2027, to be shared through reports, events and briefings.

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Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI)

The Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their cultures and to their Elders past and present.
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CoPP | BOCL | TALKING | Healthy Feet with Bolton Clarke | Thursday 13 August 2026 | 11am-12noon

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Discover how to care for your feet and get some helpful tips on selecting footwear.

We ask a lot from our feet. They carry us millions of kilometres through our life and can suffer the effects of wear and tear.

But there are simple ways to keep your feet healthy. Learn how to care for your feet because there’s a lot more to it than just trimming your toenails.

Two sessions available proudly supported by Independence Australia. Other session Port Melbourne Library | Tuesday 11 August 2026 | 11am-12noon
  • Where: St Kilda Library, 150 Carlisle Street, St Kilda Victoria 3182
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: online via Trybooking
 

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Bolton Clarke (BOCL)
Tel: 1300 22 11 22

Bolton Clarke acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land which we live and work, their rich culture and spiritual connection to country. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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CoPP | PPLS | COMMEMORATING | National Homelessness Week | Monday 3-Sunday 9 August 2026

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National Homelessness Week is a chance to help people better understand homelessness, challenge misconceptions, share what works to address the issue, and highlight the experiences of local people who have lived through it.

From Monday 3-Sunday 9 August 2026, City of Port Phillip is offering free activities at St Kilda Library to help educate the community and encourage open and informed conversations.

We want to inspire everyone to play a part in creating a fairer, more inclusive society, where all people have access to safe and secure housing.

SCREENING | Homelessness Film and Discussion | Monday 3 August 2026 | 5-7pm

A film exploring experiences of homelessness in Port Phillip, followed by a facilitated discussion and Q&A

GATHERING | Homeless Memorial | Wednesday 5 August 2026 | 10.30am-1pm

To remember and honour people who died while experiencing homelessness
 
For outreach services across the City of Port Phillip, visit Housing and homelessness.
If you are concerned about someone’s immediate safety or wellbeing, please contact 000.


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Port Phillip Library Service (PPLS)
City of Port Phillip
Address: 99a Carlisle Street, St Kilda, VIC 3182 Australia
Telephone: 03 9209 6655

City of Port Phillip Council respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of this land, the people of the Kulin Nations. ​We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present. We acknowledge and uphold their continuing relationship to this land.

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AUST | ABS | COUNTING | Australia's next census | Tuesday 11 August

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The Census is a snapshot of the country and tells the story of how we are changing. 


Census data is used to shape services people use every day. It helps us understand what Australia needs now, and in the future. That’s why it’s important that everyone in Australia takes part.

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Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)

The Australian Bureau of Statistics acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to their cultures and Elders, past and present.

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AUST | TAFESA | OFFERING | Online Diploma of Interpreting with TAFE South Australia

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Opening soon are applications for TAFE South Australia's Diploma of Interpreting 2027 and the Interpreting and Translating Skill Sets 2027. 

Delivered online and open to students across Australia, this 12 months Part Time course will provide you with the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to effectively interpret in a range of settings.

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TAFE South Australia (TAFESA)

We acknowledge the traditional owners of the lands on which TAFE SA stands.

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