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Ballarat Regional Multicultural Council

Locality: Ballarat, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5383 0613

Address: 25-39 Barkly St 3350 Ballarat, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.brmc.org.au/

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25.01.2022 BRMC's Social Support group has grown to number about 140 participants who bring a wonderfully diverse and rich cultural heritage, representing 26 countries from the UK and Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America and Australia. Many of our Seniors are generous in sharing their personal stories and journey to make a new life in Australia. We are privileged to feature Lolita's story. LOLITA Lolita was born on the Negros Occidental island of the Philippines archipelago. She grew up ...close to the sea, and loves the sound of the waves still. She was part of a large extended family, and grew up speaking the local language Ilonggo, Tagalog (national language of the Philippines) and English at school. Lolita's mother was a very good cook: often dinner was a Filipino style spaghetti bolognese, seafood, fresh vegetable and curries. As a child, Lolita often went 'fishing' for mussels, clams and pipis. In 1985 Lolita met her partner ("my sweetheart") of 32 years, the Australian artist James Egan and she moved to Australia a year later. Lolita came directly to Bungaree where James had his art gallery. She helped him run the gallery in Bungaree for 20 years, after which they re-located the gallery to Addington. James painted Lolita often, she was his muse, he said. He enjoyed her cooking too. His favourite dish was Lolita's Chicken Arroz Caldo (chicken soup with rice - link to recipe below). A close second was Chicken Adobo (a signature dish of the Philippines, often cooked with pork - link to recipe below). Read Lolita's full story: www.brmc.org.au/lolita-story --- RECIPES Chicken Arroz Caldo: www.brmc.org.au/recipes/chicken-arroz-caldo Pork/Chicken Adobo: www.brmc.org.au/recipes/pork-chicken-adobo Leche Flan: www.brmc.org.au/recipes/leche-flan

24.01.2022 This term we introduced a new class 'Literacy Through Art' and it has been exciting having a local and talented artist Pauline O'Shannessy-Dowling join our team.... This course is designed for people with low literacy and numeracy skills and whose first language may not be English. No art experience is necessary! You will be creating an art piece/mural to be displayed at the Ballarat South HUB building. Planning and creating the art project together will help learners expand their vocabulary, encourage discussion, improve their ability to give and take instructions and work in a team. Learners will increase their social interaction, learn new skills, and develop self-confidence by being involved in the art project. This will be a popular class in 2021. https://www.facebook.com/paulineoshannessydowlingartist

23.01.2022 - Vietnamese Herbs are Thriving - We have been fortunate to have received a number of donations from the community to get the Thrive pilot project established. One of those donations was from Dung Nguyen. You might know her through her cooking. She is the person behind the delicious Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken and Pork Banh Mi at A Pot of Courage. Dung shared several herbs from her own garden with us, including Tía Tô and Diep Cá. Tía Tô (Perilla) has small leaves and has a... strong taste somewhere between mint and basil. It is used raw in soups, salads and meat dishes. It also has medicinal properties such as wound healing and to treat colds and flu. A Vietnamese friend recalls her grandmother preparing a steam bath infused with Tía Tô and lemongrass to treat head colds. Diep Cá (Fish mint) has trailing heart shaped leaves and a bold fishy flavour. It is used to enhance fish dishes and soups. When crushed, the leaves can be applied to sooth insect bites. These herbs are growing well in the Thrive garden and hopefully soon, you'll be tasting them in something wonderful from A Pot of Courage. If you would like to find out more about Vietnamese herbs you can follow this link to an SBS article: www.sbs.com.au//27/how-well-do-you-know-your-vietnamese-he We would also love to gather suggestions for herbs and vegetables that we might plant in a bigger garden that are important to your culture and cuisine. Thrive is a pilot fresh food growing program at BRMC supported by The Ballarat Foundation. You can contact us at [email protected]

20.01.2022 BRMC invites you to our launch of the 'Developing Our Children Together' project. Thursday 10th December, 10.30am - 11.30am Barkly Square Courtyard, 25-39 Barkly St, Ballarat... Developing Our Children Together is a multicultural education and awareness project designed to support culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) parents to fully appreciate the value of early childhood services directed at education, health, and family wellbeing. It will support families in accessing a range of appropriate services based on their needs. " . . ." ( ) Kids activity space will be provided. Please RSVP to Heeyoung by 4th December: [email protected] / 0410 760 618

18.01.2022 Victoria has moved to Last Step restrictions in the roadmap for reopening toward COVID Normal. Face masks are no longer mandatory when you are outdoors, if you can stay 1.5 metres away from people. Masks are still required:... - Indoors - On public transport - When you can’t keep 1.5m distance outdoors You must continue to carry a face mask with you at all times. Other updates: - Up to 15 visitors allowed in the home. - Up to 50 people can gather outdoors. - Up to 150 people can attend weddings and funerals. Number caps will be increased for other venues. Read the Premier’s Statement for a full summary of changes: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-premier-82

16.01.2022 With the aim of providing educational support to children from diverse backgrounds, the Ballarat Regional Multicultural Council’s Diversity Homework Club offers a range of free out of school hours learning programs. Migrant English Program coordinator and organiser Sarabjit Kaur said the initiative took flight and became popular with students and tutors during the COVID lockdown period. https://timesnewsgroup.com.au//multicultural-class-is-in-/

15.01.2022 We hope you can come along to the Developing Our Children Together project launch next week! This event will be launching a project to bring together people who wish for a bright and healthy future for children and their parents. Please share with CALD families you think may benefit from this supportive initiative.... RSVP to Heeyoung by 4th December: [email protected] / 0410 760 618

15.01.2022 We are proud of our member students making the most of the unique learning opportunity offered by the Diversity Homework Club (DHC). Meet Nyakuey Diew. This is what she has to say about her DHC experience: "I have recently won a certificate from MY Education Awards and a $50 book gift card. I highly recommend for other kids like me to continue reading and note your books on a reading log for the other teachers and educators to see your improvment and maybe win some certificates too... all of this is through the Zoom app. So, big thanks... for helping me learn all sorts of things that have helped me get to where I currently stand."

15.01.2022 FRESH FOOD DROP-OFF We are accepting fresh food donations each Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 11am - 12pm at 25-39 Barkly St (rear entry of the Ballarat Welcome Centre)... Particularly useful items include: onions, carrots, potatoes, pumpkin, corn, spinach, leafy greens, garlic, ginger, chillies, coriander, lentils, beans and rice (Basmati or Jasmine). If you know any gardeners that may have a surplus of fruit and vegetables, please let them know about the Fresh Food Drop-Off. Donations assist Ballarat households and families in need.

14.01.2022 These intimate, clever, and often emotionally complex stories shine a light on everyday life across different cultural and religious backgrounds, sexuality; experiences of neurodivergence and disability.

14.01.2022 Ballarat’s first intercultural café, A Pot of Courage, delivers much more than authentic cuisine from around the world. . This remarkable social enterprise was ...inspired by a group of women from diverse cultural backgrounds who began sharing recipes, releasing a book, before going on to open a business. . Read the ourballarat's cover story here: bit.ly/2V7mGRY See more

13.01.2022 Happy NAIDOC Week BADAC Media mob have put together a video of Ballarats Aboriginal landmarks. Check out this deadly video

12.01.2022 BRMC Tech Support Group Friday 27th November, 2pm - 4pm Venue: Ballarat Welcome Centre, 25-39 Barkly St, Ballarat... Bring your phone, laptop or iPad - BRMC staff and volunteers will work with you to improve you IT skills and make the most out of your technology. Call to register (spaces limited) 03 5383 0613.

12.01.2022 To mark #NAIDOCWeek2020 the Town Hall clock and Eureka Gardens fountain have been lit up in blue and green the colours of the Torres Strait Islander flag ... while the Lake Wendouree fountain has been rolling from red to yellow to symbolise the Aboriginal flag This will continue through to Sunday. #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe See more

08.01.2022 NAIDOC Language Café - Explore Wadawurrung Culture Thursday 26th November, 4.30pm - 6pm The November Language Café will continue to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2020 with an exploration of Wadawurrung Culture and Country that we live and work on in Ballarat. Join for some story creation and sharing followed by an intro to Wadawurrung language with Traditional Owner Barry Gilson.... The session will be hosted online via Zoom. Presented by Ballarat Libraries and Ballarat Youth Services. #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #AlwaysWasAlwaysWillBe

06.01.2022 The BRMC team were delighted to catch up for lunch today at Barkly Square. This is the first time all staff members have been able to get together in person since February/March. Beautiful weather, delicious food from A Pot of Courage café and smiles all round!

06.01.2022 Ballarat Youth Services are on the hunt for new members to join Youth Council in 2021! . We're looking for people aged 12-25 who want to: - gain new leadership ...skills - be involve in Council's decision making - advocate for their peers - have an impact in our community . If that sounds like you or someone you know, head to https://linktr.ee/ballaratyouthservices for more information and apply today! See more

05.01.2022 Our Tech Support Group is on tomorrow, from 2pm - 4pm. Next session is Friday 11th December. Don't miss out! Call 03 5383 0613 to register.

05.01.2022 Our first session starts tomorrow at 10am. To register contact: [email protected] / 0413 572 541

04.01.2022 House of Welcome Garden Party - ON THIS WEEKEND Sunday 6th December, 2pm The House of Welcome Ballarat is hosting their annual garden party to support refugees, and local people and families, who are seeking asylum.... Venue: 30 Waller Ave, Newington Entry $20 - includes afternoon tea and cake, and plant stalls will be available. For more information, contact Carmel on 0401 175 045 or [email protected]

04.01.2022 Drop-in Basketball! Monday afternoons 4-5pm @ the Doug Dean Reserve (Delacombe). Young people can rock up, get involved, meet new people and learn new skills.... Due to COVID requirements, no game play is occurring currently, sessions focus on skills and drills. Sessions are supervised and FREE! Contact Simon Thyer on 0419 607 273 for more info See more

04.01.2022 Virtual Diwali 2020 ON TOMORROW Saturday 14th November, 6pm Diwali, The Festival of lights is one of the biggest festivals celebrated in India and around the world. This celebration is for people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.... Hosted by the Ballarat Indian Association Inc. Enjoy pre-recorded performances from 6pm. BIA YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ0l_kPk-RhevQ_ZslRrxkQ BIA Facebook page: www.facebook.com/BallaratIndianAssociationInc

03.01.2022 It's time for Live Storytime at Ballarat Libraries. Join Julie for a very special NAIDOC Week story about a lovely island wedding. Aunty's Wedding Authors: Miranda Tapsell and Joshua Tyler

02.01.2022 The CALD Communities Taskforce is looking for Victorians aged between 18-25 to complete a short, 20-minute, anonymous survey about their actions and experiences during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Young people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are particularly encouraged to complete the survey. The results of this survey will help the Taskforce understand how young people access, understand and act on coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, informati...on and support. Eligible participants who complete the survey will receive a $20 gift card for a retailer of their choice for their time. Complete the survey by 11.59pm, Sunday 29 November. https://dhhschange.syd1.qualtrics.com///SV_b402yD2k07cD4SF

01.01.2022 House of Welcome Garden Party Sunday 6th December, 2pm The House of Welcome Ballarat is hosting their annual garden party to support refugees, and local people and families, who are seeking asylum.... Venue: 30 Waller Ave, Newington Entry $20 - includes afternoon tea and cake, and plant stalls will be available. All donations welcome and cake bakers and gardeners are invited to start to plant their seedlings now for the day. Volunteers to help on the day are welcome. For more information, contact Carmel on 0401 175 045 or [email protected]