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25.01.2022 A massive congratulations to Nikki Bell on winning the Adult Ally Award at the City of Ballarat Youth Awards on Friday night. Also Ebony Sladdin for her nomination in the youth award catergory. Nikki has been an outstanding representative for her culture and for the Aboriginal Youth of Ballarat and this reward is a fitting recognition of her commitment and hard work. Well done to both of you.

21.01.2022 Hi, my name is Ash Egan and my role at BADAC is Manager of Family Violence and Justice Programs. I started working for BADAC in 2008 and have had several different roles along the way. It is great to see how much BADAC has grown over that time and I look forward to what the future will bring for BADAC as well.

21.01.2022 BADAC is working hard to keep our community safe. On arrival at the Medical Centre we will ask you to sanitise your hands, wear a face mask and maintain social distancing. Thank you for your support during these uncertain times.

20.01.2022 Massive congratulations to our Koorie mob involved in this deadly project. Ice is an evil drug that should not be in our Aboriginal & Toress Strait Islander community, in fact this should never be in our wider community. Lets come together as one mob and stamp out ice in our community! ... Happy Friday Mob, have a safe weekend and stay deadly https://youtu.be/uyttYPgJpxE

20.01.2022 Hi may name is Pheona. I was born in Mansfield and then grew up in Great Western and Stawell. I lived in Melbourne whilst I studied Nursing within St Vincent Public Hospital. I then moved to Cairns with my husband (of almost 30 years now!) where I worked in Palliative care, infectious diseases, stroke and general medical for 5 yrs. We moved back to Ballarat in 2002 to be closer to family, where we have stayed and our family grown with two kids 21yrs and 16yrs. Here in Ballara...t I worked in the BHS Theatre for 10years, with the BCC Immunisation department for 3 years and have been with BADAC for almost 9 years now. Here at BADAC I work in the Medical Clinic as a Chronic Disease Nurse I create Management Plans to guide those to manage their medical conditions, lung heath where I assist with education for quit smoking/asthma/Emphysema airway disease/lung function tests, Kandorr HEAL Program (healthy eating active lifestyle), Diabetes Support Group, Education and so much more. Every day I learn something new and grow from that knowledge. I am so lucky to work where I love what I do - and who I work with and meet! See more

20.01.2022 Hi All, This Sunday at 10:30am jump onto sticky Facebook page (a Sydney based Lolly Shop) and watch them do a live stream filming of some custom made NAIDOC lollies we are having made for this years NAIDOC hampers. During the making of these lollies they will chat about BADAC and NAIDOC 2020 Link to there Facebook page below: ... https://www.facebook.com/Stickylollies/

19.01.2022 Don't forget to jump on this competition!! Entries close Monday 6th of July at midnight!

19.01.2022 Hi Mob, Another one of our doctors is sick and will be away for the rest of the week. Our staff in medical are working hard to reschedule anyone with an appointment We need your help If you have an appointment booked next week that you dont think you will need , please let the medical staff know As soon as possible so that we offer it to someone else that may need it.... Remember if you have any flu like symptoms, call the clinic first, we can make or change your appointment to a phone consultation, or have one of our nurses ring you.

18.01.2022 Keep up the deadly work Nikki!

17.01.2022 Any mob struggling to get face masks? Drop an inbox and well send some masks to you. Alternatively drop past Khub Saturday 22nd of August between 10-12 in the morning and pick them up.... People need to register by inboxing so we know how many we need to give to people. Stay deadly and safe

17.01.2022 2020 NAIDOC WEEK VIRTUAL STORYTIME with JESS LOVETT-MURRAY Aboriginal and Torres Strait Naidoc celebrations begin this week and Winda-Mara together with Unite...d Way Glenelg have teamed up to honour the tradition and mark the occasion with virtual storytime. Join us as Gunditjmara woman, Jess Lovett-Murray reads the children’s book Tiddalick. The Frog Who Caused a Flood, an adaptation of an aboriginal Dreamtime legend written by Robert Roennfeldt on Thursday 1 2 November at 10.30am on United Way Glenelg Facebook and our Youtube channel. This virtual event combines two of our favourite things: Literacy and culture! United Way Glenelg Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/unitedwayglenelg United Way Glenelg YouTub Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCCx5Gsv2mYhg1EzwoPG9GKQ #naidoc2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe #unitedwayglenelg #dollypartonimaginationlibrary #portlandaluminium #Alcoa Alcoa Supported by Winda Mara, Portland Aluminium & United Way Glenelg

17.01.2022 Hello everyone, Here is some information if youre needing to get your birth certificate.

17.01.2022 How should i clean my cloth mask? Find how you should clean your cloth mask in the description below.

16.01.2022 COMPETITION TIME A big thank you to those of you who have already liked our new Ballarat & District Aboriginal Co-Operative Facebook page! Lets have some fun and do a competition and promote our page more!! ... Want a chance to win a deadly hamper?! Heres how you could win! LIKE our Page SHARE this post TAG a friend in the comments (one comment = one entry), the more times you tag, the more entries youll have. Entries close Monday 6th of July at midnight. Winner will be selected at random and contacted privately. The hamper includes: Always was Always Will be Clothing the Gap top. Knitted Aboriginal colours beanie. Wheat Pack 3x Scrunches Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander flag. GOOD LUCK Let's promote this page as much as we can and have a competition!

15.01.2022 A big congratulations to Aunty Leah who won the Facebook competition! Thank you to everyone who participated. REMEMER TO KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE NEXT COMPETITION!

14.01.2022 These Victorian artists have created a Maar heroine in hopes to spark conversations about Indigenous culture around the globe.

14.01.2022 2020 Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service https://events.humanitix.com/victorian-aboriginal-remembran Please click on the link to get your free tickets!

13.01.2022 Job Opportunity Hi All, There is currently an opportunity for a Mental Health Clinician to join our SEWB team. This is a fixed term role ending June 2022. Information regarding the role and its key duties & responsibilities can be found via this link on the SEEK ad below:... The successful applicant will commence in ASAP. To apply for the role, applicants are required to send their resumes and cover letters addressing the KSC to Natasha Salleh via email ([email protected]). EOI closes midnight 1st September 2020.

13.01.2022 Little home garage sale Plants- mature orchids, geraniums, succulants, cactus and others Cake boards all sizes, platters, cake plates, salad bowls, blue ornamental figurines.... If youre interested in buying anything it is happening today until 2pm At 9 Ferndale court Mount Helen

13.01.2022 Hi my name is Tim Sands. Im the Policy Coordinator working as part of BADACs Human Resources and Governance Team. I write and review BADACs Policies which is both very interesting as well as very challenging. In my 10 years at BADAC I have worked in various roles including Integrated Family Services, Koorie Youth Justice and Kinship Care. Away from work I enjoy podcasting, sport and spending time with my children. Im a member of the Melbourne City Football Club (A-league), AFL member (St Kilda). So I normally spend at least one day a fortnight in Melbourne watching either Melbourne City of the Saints. Looking forward to seeing more faces back at BADAC once we come out the other side of this current time with COVID-19. Stay safe and health.

11.01.2022 See video below for an early years NAIDOC activity to share with your children, created by Kirra - one of our deadly Koorie Preschool Assistants! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckZ3PKoP3aQ

09.01.2022 dTERRA AUNZ continues to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2020 with the help of three generations of Dharawal women. Click on the link below and join indigenous wellness ...advocates Trinity Peau, her sister Tabitha, mama Queen Tricia - with granddaughters Moriah and Layla - as they share their connection to each other, the land, and the oils they love. See video here > https://bit.ly/2IqGTyU dTERRA AUNZ honours the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout this week.

09.01.2022 Air Force Indigenous Youth Program The Air Force Indigenous Youth Program (IYP) provides young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women a hands-on, risk-free experience, which will showcase the range of career opportunities available within the Royal Australian Air Force.

09.01.2022 Hi Sisters, See attached for our workshops flyers being hosted in October. Register now as places fill fast whilst operating in COVID. P.S. We post regularly updates/events on our Sisters Day Out Facebook page so if youre on Facebook, I really encourage you to join. Alternatively were on Instagram too look for @djirravic.... Stay safe everyone

08.01.2022 Here is a mask education video done by Faye Clarke

07.01.2022 FACE MASK FOR SALE Hello everyone, Badac have a variety of masks for sale, These mask are washable and are also available in two different styles. ... The masks are $8.00 each and can be ordered through main reception (5331 5344 ext 9) Photos of the two different styles and prints you can purchase. Please let reception know what number mask design youre wanting

06.01.2022 This is me: Name: Stacy Kanoa Mob: Kerrupjmara (Gunditjmara) on my Nans side Margaret Lovett, and Bunitj (West Arnhem) on my Pops Side Peter Kanoa Rotumah. Ive also got Welsh, Irish and Scottish history through both Mum and Dads lines. Where did you grow up: I was born in Heywood and moved to Ballarat when I was young. Interest: Basketball, Netball and spending time with my 4 beautiful children, family and friends.... Ive been working at BADAC for 2 years and my role is Koori Family Services Receptionist. See more

05.01.2022 On the eve of International Day of the Worlds Indigenous People, we wanted to share a special video project that we have been working on between BADAC and the Victorian Government. We were extremely fortunate to receive Regional Health Infrastructure Funding to upgrade our health clinic and services to provide a culturally safe and welcoming space for our local community. In November 2019, our Chairperson Marj Pickford and CEO Karen Heap joined forces with Premier Daniel ...Andrews to open our new health hub that incorporates art and design features that reflect and showcase authentic indigenous culture. As this years theme is 'COVID-19 and indigenous peoples' resilience' it is timely that we launch this video during this pandemic to remind our community that we have been resilient for thousands of years and to stay strong because we will get through this together. Thanks to all involved especially Andrew, Trent and the crew for creating such a special reflection of our organisation and giving us the opportunity to share our journey and vision with the world. Enjoy

05.01.2022 Damper Making with Nornie Bero (Thu 30 July 2020 10.00 AM) In this free online experience, Melbourne based Torres Strait Islander (Meriam) chef, Nornie Bero will show participants how they can incorporate Indigenous ingredients and flavours into their own home-cooking in a damper making demonstration.

04.01.2022 Hey everyone, Wondering if we have any film makers out there who might be interested in a upcoming project with Headspace Ballarat. Please either send a message through or comment below if youd be interested.

04.01.2022 DIABETES AND CORONA VIRUS Weve all heard a lot about Corona virus (Covid-19) and it looks like its going to be around for a long while yet. The worlds scientists are trying to create a vaccine but in the meantime what can we do! ... The best thing is to keep healthy and active. This means eating a balanced, healthy diet with fruit and vegetables being most important. Being active means getting some exercise every day. A walk some stretches some yoga or some weights . For those with good fitness levels maybe even a jog or a bike ride Set a goal to quit smoking But if you have diabetes (or any other chronic condition) its important to manage your condition well to be in the best health you can be. So please get yourself a diabetes check up. Come and see the Drs at BADAC. Have a health check or get your Management Plan updated. Make sure you have your flu vaccine this winter and a vaccination against pneumonia if youre due. Come and see Faye our Diabetes Educator to have a sick day plan prepared. This will help you manage your diabetes if you get sick. (Blood glucose levels skyrocket when you are sick). For more information visit www.ndss.com.au Or www.diabetesvic.org.au Listen to the podcasts Living well with Diabetes especially the Covid-19 Special edition on the Diabetes Vic website. Stay safe everyone. Wash your hands And keep your distance!

03.01.2022 Check out our Early Childhood & Youth team's deadly story reading in celebration of National Indigenous Literacy Day for Wednesday 2nd September 2020. https://www.youtube.com/playlist

03.01.2022 Family History Month 2020 - AIATSIS To celebrate Family History Month this August, AIATSIS are hosting two free online events (Wed 12August & Thurs 13August) covering the Family history research process and resources to help you on your way. The AIATSIS Family History Unit provides support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities by providing family history research assistance, access to information, skills and knowledge including step-by-step guides, tools and templates.

03.01.2022 BADAC staff have been busy putting together packs for members to enjoy. We know this year is a little different and we cant see you all in person but here is a small token of our appreciation and hope you all stay safe! Happy NAIDOC!!

02.01.2022 Hey Everyone!! Our Youth team are missing all the smiling faces of the children we would usually see every week. As we hit Isolation 2.0 we would love to be able to set up a Online Youth Group. ... Please let us know either in the comments or send Nikki a message on 0499025763 Also let us know what time would suit best, either Morning, after lunch or normal end to a school day 3:30. Hopefully we can also see some new faces that might not be able to make Youth Group before. Thanks everyone.

02.01.2022 National Reconciliation Week 2020 . In this Together: Reflections on the 26th of January Survival Day Dawn Ceremony .... In acknowledging the start of National Reconciliation Week 2020, we would like to share reflections from community members on the inaugural 26th of January Survival Day Dawn Ceremony held in Ballarat. . The Dawn Ceremony is a finalist in the Reconciliation Victoria HART Awards which shines a light on the local initiatives and champions who are making a real difference in their communities and workplaces, so that others might take ideas and inspiration forward. . The full videos can be viewed at https://thememoryatlas.com/ . A big thank you to all the participants: Aunty Diana Nikkelson Elias Jarvis Deanne Hayes Faye Clarke Aaron Clarke Sheree Lowe Emily Clarke . This video project was supported by Reconciliation Victoria's Small Grants Program #inthistogether2020 #NRW2020 See more

01.01.2022 Current coronavirus restrictions update

01.01.2022 Wellah Women Online Retreat! Wellah women online retreat is back, and will be running for 8 weeks starting October 7th Each Wellah Woman who registers will receive a Wellah Women Pack including a Notebook, Buff, Sticker and entry into Clothing The Gaps Connect to Country virtual run/walk.... So what are you waiting for? We miss you! Sign up at this link: http://bit.do/wellahwomenpass

01.01.2022 Our deadly SEWB Team are still here to support you! SEWB contact number is: 5331 5344 ext 3