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New Consent Matters project boosts educator confidence in teaching Victoria’s at-risk youth about sexual consent

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The Consent Matters pilot project led by Sexual Health Victoria and Women’s Health in the South East is helping thousands of youths outside the mainstream education system understand affirmative consent, as highlighted by an evaluation report released today. The initiative has seen over 100 ‘coalface’ youth and community workers spanning three suburban and regional municipalities … Continued

Charity unwraps early Christmas present for homeless new mum

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A volunteer-run Melbourne charity that has been supporting homeless people for 37 years is calling for donations to help it buy homes to take people off the streets.   Avalon Centre recently completed the purchase of its 15th property under the Avalon Homes for the Homeless initiative and is looking for funding to buy the … Continued

Strength in every name: Local campaign spotlights rise in women’s homelessness

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Friday, December 6, 2024 – Recent data from the Australian Housing and Urban Research Institute has shown that women’s homelessness is on the rise. With women faced with unique social, economic and physical challenges amidst the cost-of-living crisis, data shows they are the fastest growing cohort of the homeless in Australia.1  Brisbane-manufactured women’s health brand … Continued

New Year’s Eve to unite Sydney Harbour like never before

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Sydney New Year’s Eve will feature fireworks launched from 80 new positions on the western side of the Harbour Bridge, ensuring a better show than ever before on both sides of the famous landmark.    This morning Lord Mayor Clover Moore revealed plans for the famous event, which will include more than 20 minutes of … Continued

New generation of creatives on display at biggest graduate art showcase

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Works from the next generation of artists, designers, and makers are on display at Australia’s biggest graduate art and design showcase. A highlight on Sydney’s cultural calendar, The Annual exhibition is a launchpad for the careers of graduates from the School of Art & Design at UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture. This year, 187 of the best emerging creative practitioners … Continued

MEDIA ALERT: Sydney New Year’s Eve 2024 media launch

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WHAT:            Official launch of the 2024 Sydney New Year’s Eve program produced by City of Sydney   WHEN:            TODAY, Thursday 5 December at 10am                               WHERE:         Western Broadwalk at Sydney Opera House                         (*in the event of inclement weather, the media call will be moved indoors)   WHO:               Lord Mayor of Sydney – Clover … Continued

STEPS Autism Treehouse Christmas Party set for this Sunday!

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The 2024 STEPS Autism Treehouse Christmas Party is set for this Sunday 8 December from 9am – 2pm at the Kawana Sports Precinct. Despite poor weather impacting the original date, STEPS is committed to delivering the annual family-focused and inclusive Christmas celebration to the Sunshine Coast community. STEPS Managing Director Carmel Crouch said the STEPS … Continued