Bendigo & District Aboriginal Co-Operative in North Bendigo | Non-profit organisation

Bendigo & District Aboriginal Co-Operative

Locality: North Bendigo

Phone: +61 3 5442 4947

Address: 119 Prouses Road 3550 North Bendigo, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.bdac.com.au/

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25.01.2022 A quick update from VACCHO . . . Please note this DOES NOT relate to cases in BENDIGO. It is a general reference for our mob to keep you updated. Stay safe everyone. And please know the team @ BDAC are here to help.. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: * Fever * Chills or sweats... * Cough * Sore throat * Shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste Please call BDAC on 5442 4947 and we can arrange testing for COVID-19 on site, in our drive through fever clinic. Please ensure that you call in advance and do not attend until we provide information on what to do next. We are all in this together. To all our friends and family in Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire - we are thinking of you all. #staysafe

24.01.2022 We need to stick together and do the right thing. Check out the Deadly message from our team. Stay COVID safe. # there is no shame in getting tested

24.01.2022 | An invitation for our young people to join in | KYC will be hosting an Online Treaty Yarning Circle with the young members of the First Peoples Assembly of Victoria on Wednesday 1 July from 4-6pm. This opportunity is for Aboriginal & Torres Strait islander young people living in Victoria aged 14-28 years old.... This yarning circle will be an opportunity for young people to come together online, have a yarn and hear updates from the members and ask questions about Treaty, as a follow up from the First Peoples Assembly of Victorias Chamber meeting live stream last week. Young members of the First Peoples of Victoria: Sissy Austin, Gunditjmara & Djab Wurrung Tarsh Bamblett, Yorta Yorta, Kurnai, Wiradjuri & Warlpiri Jordan Edwards, Wadda Wurrung, Kirrae Wurrung & Arrernte To join us, please register via Eventbrite: https://t.co/NBRO6pbHzL?amp=1

24.01.2022 Please see below todays message from Premier Daniel Andrews. Its a long - but important read. We all have a part to play to keep each other safe.... The team @ BDAC are here to support you. Be strong and stay safe.

23.01.2022 A NAIDOC message from Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation and Bendigo District Aboriginal Co-operative. Always was, Always will be. 65,000+ years on Country, Connected to Community and resilient.... Always stronger together. Happy NAIDOC Everyone! https://vimeo.com/475700003

23.01.2022 Always Was. Always Will Be. Details of flag raising to be held in Maryborough tomorrow - Thursday 12th November 2020. #NAIDOC2020

23.01.2022 Your mental health matters ... our BDAC team is here to listen and provide support. Reach out ... 5442 4947. # Thanks Gordon for the important reminder...

22.01.2022 WHAT'S HAPPENING IN BENDIGO TODAY TO CELEBRATE NAIDOC WEEK: An evening with the First Nations Fashion Design Artists: Thursday 12th of November at 6.00pm 7.00...pm Welcome to Country by Aunty Marilyne Nicholls, Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Cooperation. The Talking First Nations panel event online (via live streaming) with Shonae and Tashara facilitating will include guest Designers and Artists from the exhibition such as Lyn-Al Young, Lisa Waup, and Arkie Barton. The evening event will focus on First Nations Fashion Design Director Grace Lillian Le and Manager Teagan Cowlishaw whose works also features in the exhibition. See more

21.01.2022 Things are changing - here is the update from Premier Daniel Andrews today . . .

21.01.2022 Today is International Day of the Worlds Indigenous Peoples. Today we are celebrating all of our incredible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff who are... working on the frontline. Dr Glenn Harrison is a proud Wotjobaluk man and is one of our incredible healthcare heroes working as an ED specialist during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hes also Australias first Aboriginal Emergency Physician. Thanks Glenn and all our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff for sharing their knowledge and keeping us safe. See more

21.01.2022 Another day. Another change. We will share more details as they come available, but here is what we know so far . . Stay safe everyone. The team @ BDAC are here to support you.

21.01.2022 Over the weekend a large COVID-19 cluster has been linked to suburbs North Melbourne, Flemington and Kensington which resulted in a stage 3 lockdown that went into effect midnight on Saturday 4 July 2020. North Melbourne, Flemington and Kensington, in postcodes 3031 and 3051, joined 36 other postcodes who were placed in stage 3 lockdown last week. If you or someone you know, will benefit from the contacts below, please share.... Stay safe. Take care.

20.01.2022 REMINDER NOTICE OF BDAC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - TODAY @ 12 NOON Bendigo & District Aboriginal Co-Operative will hold its Annual General Meeting 12:00pm on Wednesday 11th November 2020 via online virtual (electronically) Zoom platform. While we would prefer to bring community members together, the challenges of doing so in the current environment means that a virtual AGM meets regulations and is the most appropriate way to protect the health and wellbeing of all members.... To join the meeting via computer/video, open a web browser and type in the following link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81793198785 Or To join the meeting via phone, dial 7018 2005. At prompt use Meeting ID: 817 9319 8785, Passcode: 316881. You will be registered as you join the meeting. Regards Lyn Warren BDAC Board of Directors Chairperson

20.01.2022 This is a message to the thousands of Victorian students returning to remote learning today. I know this isnt how you expected your school year to turn out. ...But the way youve adapted to change and rolled with the challenges is nothing short of remarkable. To all our students from our very youngest, to those in their final year: Im so proud of you. Keep working hard. Youve got this. Dan.

20.01.2022 A quick update from our Premier Daniel Andrews tonight. If there is one important message that we MUST take away from this, it is that we MUST NOT be complacent with current restrictions. We MUST adhere to social distancing, washing our hands, keeping family and social gatherings to a minimum and ensure that if we have any symptoms, no matter how mild, we get tested. Symptoms include:... * Fever * Chills or sweats * Cough * Sore throat * Shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste BDAC is here to help and provide support for our Community. If you have any questions or concerns about any symptoms that you or a family member may be experiencing, please call the BDAC team and we can provide the guidance and assistance necessary. We can be contacted on (03) 5442 4947. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU PLEASE CALL BDAC IN ADVANCE BEFORE PRESENTING WITH ANY SYMPTOMS. Take care everyone and stay safe.

20.01.2022 Take care and stay safe...

18.01.2022 Bush tucker is normally something foraged and found in the outback, but work is underway to build an Indigenous bush tucker farm in Central Victoria.

18.01.2022 Not sure how to put your mask on properly this morning? Dr Rob is here to help... Mask up and stay safe everyone. And please remember, the team @ BDAC are here to help. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:... * Fever * Chills or sweats * Cough * Sore throat * Shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste Please call us on 5442 4947 and we can arrange testing for COVID-19 on site, in our drive through fever clinic. Please ensure that you call in advance and do not attend until we provide information on what to do next. We are all in this together.

17.01.2022 Check out this amazing work . . . Congratulations!

16.01.2022 Is your infant First Aid up to date? For further information on a live Q&A for Thursday 23rd July, 2020 please see below.

16.01.2022 Times are different. But one thing that is certain and never changes is our love and respect for our culture. Today, lets take a moment to celebrate our resilience, our love of family and our deep connections. Together we are stronger. Stay safe.

16.01.2022 Our team at BDAC genuinely love what we do and we invite you to come and join us. We currently have many great positions available including: 1. Accounts Clerk ... 2. Receptionist 3. Care Services Case Manager 4. Senior Case Manager For more detials please visit our website https://www.bdac.com.au/Pages/Category/jobs. Take care all. Stafe safe.

15.01.2022 If you MUST leave home, please DO NOT leave home without your mask. Stay safe everyone. And please remember, the team @ BDAC are here to help. ... If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: * Fever * Chills or sweats * Cough * Sore throat * Shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste Please call us on 5442 4947 and we can arrange testing for COVID-19 on site, in our drive through fever clinic. Please ensure that you call in advance and do not attend until we provide information on what to do next. We are all in this together.

14.01.2022 Stay safe everyone. And if you have even the mildest symptoms, please get tested. Please call us at BDAC if you have any concerns - 54424 947. We are here to help.

14.01.2022 A positive post for today! An invitation to join in the VIC NAIDOC CONCERT 2020. #alwayswas #alwayswillbe

13.01.2022 Always Was. Always Will Be. NAIDOC 2020. Coming together to celebrate and share. Always stronger together. Country. Culture. Respect. Connection. Community.... . . . #NAIDOC2020 #alwayswas #alwayswillbe #country #culture #respect #connection #community #bdac #djadjawurrungclansaboriginalcorporation

12.01.2022 How great is it when memories pop up on Facebook to remind us of some the great students we have had do their placements with us in our medical team at BDAC. Sapphire we are so proud of all that you have and continue to achieve. Pictured: July 9th 2014 @ Bendigo Hospital NAIDOC morning tea.

12.01.2022 If you have a passion for working with Community and for making a difference, we invite you to come an join the BDAC team. For further information, please visit us at https://www.bdac.com.au/Pages/Category/jobs

11.01.2022 In the words of Premier Daniel Andrews "I implore all Victorians: if youre sick, get tested immediately. Stay home. Dont go to work" Please make time to read this post. We all need to ensure we are doing the right thing.

11.01.2022 Regardless of your age, never lose sight of your dreams.

09.01.2022 With each new day comes a new set of changes. From Sunday @ 11.59pm masks will become the NEW normal for Victorians - no matter where you live. Please see the update below from premier Daniel Andrews.

07.01.2022 The post below is a long one from Premier Daniel Andrews. And while the message relates to new restrictions for METROPOLITAN MELBOURNE and the Shire of Mitchell - many of us have friends and family who are located here, so it is important to share and read. If there is one important message that we MUST take away from this, it is that we MUST NOT be complacent with current restrictions. We MUST adhere to social distancing, washing our hands, keeping family and social gather...ings to a minimum and ensure that if we have any symptoms, no matter how mild, we get tested. Symptoms include: * Fever * Chills or sweats * Cough * Sore throat * Shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste BDAC is here to help and provide support for our Community. If you have any questions or concerns about any symptoms that you or a family member may be experiencing, please call the BDAC team and we can provide the guidance and assistance necessary. We can be contacted on (03) 5442 4947. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU PLEASE CALL BDAC IN ADVANCE BEFORE PRESENTING WITH ANY SYMPTOMS. Take care everyone and stay safe.

07.01.2022 Reminder to all our young people aged 14-28 years you are invited to join in to the Treaty Yarning Session tonight . .

07.01.2022 TONIGHT at 9:30pm In My Blood It Runs documentary premieres on ABC TV + iview. Many learning and professional resources are available for your viewing: https://bit.ly/IMBIREducation #InMyBloodItRuns #Reconciliaiton #Narragunnawali

07.01.2022 With many more of our Mob choosing to wear masks to help protect us from COVID-19, here is a quick tip from BDACs Dr Rob on how to best put one on. Stay safe everyone. And please know the team @ BDAC are here to help.. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: * Fever... * Chills or sweats * Cough * Sore throat * shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste Please call BDAC on 5442 4947 and we can arrange testing for COVID-19 on site, in our drive through fever clinic. Please ensure that you call in advance and do not attend until we provide information on what to do next. We are all in this together.

06.01.2022 Stories such as this are to be celebrated. Inspirational work.

05.01.2022 Another long post from our Premier Daniel Andrews - but worth a read in terms of the changes.... Regional Victoria has met the trigger point to move to the Third Step so the new changes will take place from 11.59pm tomorrow (Wednesday)night ... But lets not get complacent and continue to do the right thing.... So proud of all the efforts from all our mob . . . Stay safe everyone.

05.01.2022 Have a listen to the yarn below from Uncle Jack Charles about his journey to recovery with hepatitis C. A good reminder of the importance of being tested. If you have any concerns about your health, please call our BDAC on 5442 4947 and speak to our Health team.... #stafsafe

05.01.2022 A must listen to message from Jaydene - BDACs Aboriginal Health Practitioner on simple tips to keep our Mob safe. If you have ANY concerns, please call us at BDAC on 5442 4947.

05.01.2022 The updates are long but informative...

04.01.2022 There is much connection through our paintings . . .

04.01.2022 While Bendigo is NOT currently in an area where it will become mandatory to wear face masks from 11.59pm on Wednesday, if you have any concerns due to difficulties with social distancing and wish to wear one, please see the following on how to apply them properly. Stay safe everyone. And please know the team @ BDAC are here to help.. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms: * Fever... * Chills or sweats * Cough * Sore throat * shortness of breath * Runny nose * Loss of sense of smell * Loss of taste Please call BDAC on 5442 4947 and we can arrange testing for COVID-19 on site, in our drive through fever clinic. Please ensure that you call in advance and do not attend until we provide information on what to do next. We are all in this together. To all our friends and family in Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire - we are thinking of you all. #staysafe

03.01.2022 As we continue to keep you updated on all things COVID-19 related, please find a list of areas that are currently in the HOT ZONE LOCKDOWN... We know this feels like an incredible setback for many Victorians, as we have all been working hard hard to keep the cases of COVID-19 low. This is a timely reminder that we must not become complacent and put our loved ones at risk.... BDAC are here to help. If you have any questions or concerns about any symptoms that you or a family member may be experiencing, please call the BDAC team and we can provide the guidance and assistance necessary. We can be contacted on (03) 5442 4947.

01.01.2022 STAY CONNECTED ... It wont be long til were all back together. Great things happen when Community comes together and this project is an amazing example of just that. After the success of Uncle Ricks COVID-19 Rap, the Nalderun Community, supported by a brilliant creative team have faciliated another amazing musical project to deliver the important message about public health and well being for all. "Its been a really hard time for a lot of people during lockdown and r...estrictions...we hope that this will warm your hearts and encourage you all to get connected with each other, with Country, cultural identity, family, friends and Community Elders" - Declan Furber Gillick - Song Writer and Community Arts Facilitator. Special thaks to all involved that made this happen. From the Nalderun Mob (the Meeting Place for CSC kids), Aunty Julie McHale, Kath Coff, Cath and Stuart (People Pictures), Justin (Ghost Studios), Camilo Demarco and BDAC for all working together to support and help realise this great project. And a BIG shout out to Uncle Rick Nelson for his enthusiasm and to Declan Furber Gillick for his brilliant words. "When everyone jumps on board and work towards the same goal - magic happens" Enjoy! . . . . #Nalderun #BDAC #PeoplePictures #GhostStudios #DeclanFurberGillick #Community #Culture #Connection