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25.01.2022 Want to know more about the VTAC application process and special consideration? Join our webinars, theyre free to attend and cover all aspects of the applicat...ion process. Each event is live, so you can ask questions throughout the presentation. The next one is at 6:30 tomorrow night, but if you cant make that, we have a variety of start times available. View sessions and register at: https://vtac.edu.au/events
25.01.2022 What does Australia’s workforce of the future look like? Tomorrow the Department of Education, Skills and Employment is hosting a one-hour live streamed event featuring leaders from the Australian Government’s Skills Organisation Pilots. Join three of Australia’s leading business leaders from across the Mining, Digital and Human Services sectors to discuss the future of Australia’s workforce.... This is not to be missed! Head here for more information and the link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-workforce-of-the-future #nationalskillsweek #realskillsforrealcareers
24.01.2022 This is so good....enjoy the beat!!!! https://www.instagram.com/tv/CG5P4tujt2O/
24.01.2022 "Diversity in Agriculture " was the theme of today's Industry tour which was held for Balmoral College students. Students from years 9-11 were exposed to the many varied opportunities that are connected to Agriculture, including food science, engineering, horticulture, hospitality, tourism, conservation and the pathways that support. Thankyou to Waltanna Gold, Dunkeld Pastoral and Techwool for your hospitality and opportunity to visit your workplaces.
23.01.2022 The Glenelg Shire have partnered with the LLEN to create some videos of young peoples alternative career/study paths! With year 12 results being released at the... end of this month, it’s important that you know all the options available to you! Videos will be released in the coming weeks so keep an eye out! It’s amazing how many different pathways you can take to get to where you want to be See more
23.01.2022 Just a reminder that Future Leaders applications close today. If you or anyone you know are interested in this amazing opportunity make sure you apply via the link below. https://forms.gle/ATsbGtKeFQomgcxC7
23.01.2022 SUPPPORTING young people with a work placement is being celebrated with specially created stickers for businesses to display. The Glenelg and Southern Grampians Local Learning and Employment Network (GSGLLEN) created 94 opportunities for high school students to learn on the job during 2020. This is a fantastic result for students in the area considering the impacts of COVID-19 and with many placements suspended or cancelled due to government restrictions. But none of the p...lacements would have been possible without the support of local businesses who provided learning, support and guidance for students wanting to get a taste of what work is like in different fields. To celebrate the businesses who volunteer to host students, the GSGLLEN had stickers designed for business owners to place in their windows so the community know they support students. The stickers will help community members identify which businesses are supportive of local students needing a ‘foot in the door’ to gain valuable on the job experience, and in turn may encourage the community to support that business. GSGLLEN executive officer Anne Murphy said it was important for businesses to be recognised for their contribution to young people’s careers pathways. We know when young people are given an opportunity to gain experience in a safe and supported environment, it helps to start to define their aspirations and career pathways, Ms Murphy said. Essentially businesses and their employees are volunteering to show a young person the ins and outs of their work but each time a student steps into their business they are being taught valuable life and work lessons that will stay with them, she said. The stickers will be distributed in the coming weeks to businesses who have supported the LLEN with Structured Workplace Learning opportunities, School Based apprenticeships and work experience placements. When you see a sticker in the window, it would be great if you were able to support this business like they have supported young people, Ms Murphy said. See more
23.01.2022 Are you enjoying the school holidays? Here are some great ideas for your #holidaysathomeglenelg bucket too!
22.01.2022 Today marks the start of NAIDOC week. NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is... celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life. #naidocweek #naidoc2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe #alwayswasalwayswillbeaboriginalland See more
22.01.2022 For those considering tertiary education after school check this out
21.01.2022 Happy International Women's Day 2021! "At the GSGLLEN we are proud to work with amazing women across the Great South West to help create a fair and equitable future for all." - Anne Murphy, GSGLLEN Executive Officer #choosetochallenge #iwd2021
21.01.2022 LAST CHANCE for input via our survey to help inform our new BtB 2.0 Strategic Plan - closes Monday 31 August. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx
21.01.2022 What have you done today to fill your Holiday at Home Bucket? Feel free to share with a photo below
20.01.2022 October is Mental Health Month! We are sure you can all agree 2020 has been a tricky year for everyone... The Live4Life Glenelg Crew and Partnership group wants to remind everyone that you're not alone, to pick up the phone if you need to talk. ... The Kids Helpline is a free Australian telephone and online counselling service for young people aged between 5 and 25. You can call the Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 anytime, for any reason. #live4life #youthmentalhealth #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia #worldmentalhealthmonth #youthlive4life #live4lifeglenelg
20.01.2022 NOW OPEN: Glenelg Shire Council Aboriginal Education Scholarships 2021 Applications close Friday 27 November 2020
20.01.2022 A big thank you to the Port of Portland for supporting two fantastic initiatives - Passport 2 Employment and Live4Life Glenelg. Without continuous support from organisations like the Port, GSGLLEN and other local agencies wouldnt be able to run these initiatives which directly impact young people in our shire!
20.01.2022 Attention Year 10, 11 and 12 students...local tertiary study options showcase! Register now...
19.01.2022 This will be a great webinar for any young people interested in a career in entertainment or media
19.01.2022 +++ Calling young wannabe digital mentors who are keen to help others! +++ Social media is a great way to stay connected with friends and family, and share info...rmation and stories. We're looking for some young people to help develop the skills of older adults to enable them to do this better. Get in touch with Carol for more detail! Glenelg & Southern Grampians Local Learning & Employment Network Southern Grampians Youth Western District Health Service Wdhs Wellbeing Southern Grampians Shire Council Glenelg Shire Council Glenelg Shire Youth Glenelg L2P Skittles Diversity Group Youth Affairs Council Victoria Greater Hamilton Library
19.01.2022 You Glenelg and Southern Grampians LLEN team #gsgllen
18.01.2022 Got a question about Uni? Here's your chance to find out!!
18.01.2022 This is an excellent opportunity for young people and professionals working in the youth sector
18.01.2022 A great opportunity
18.01.2022 Great opportunity...because the usual Horsham event cant happen!!!!
17.01.2022 School holidays start next week and many families will be spending their time at home! To encourage a fun-filled holiday period, the Glenelg COVID-19 Communications Group has developed a Holiday at Home - Fill Your Bucket Activity. Families are encouraged to print out the poster and fill it with different ideas - there are also two pages of suggestions which can be used to inspire you with some activites. ... Please take a photo of your activity and post to social media using the hash tag #holidayathomeglenelg. This will place you in the draw to win a $100 voucher to a local business of your choice sponsored by the Glenelg and Southern Grampians LLEN or one of three book packs donated by United Way Glenelg. We cant wait to see what you get up to!
17.01.2022 Another great opportunity to learn with peers in the youth sector
17.01.2022 #youthconversations We are back! Register for a workshop: https://rb.gy/9gbi88 or take the online survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/youthconversationsproject
17.01.2022 Introducing The Future Expo! genU Training’s Virtual Future expo is an opportunity to look beyond what you see now; in humanity, the community and the career you have chosen to pave some insight into humanist industries, which are careers of the future. Sign up to one of the free webinar sessions today ... https://futureexpo.genutraining.org.au/ See more
16.01.2022 Spotlight on Health Careers webinar during National Careers Week...if you missed it then comment below to receive a link to the recording
16.01.2022 A good opportunity to hear about local training options
16.01.2022 The staff at the GSGLLEN would like to wish all our partners, supporters and community a wonderful Christmas and a fabulous start to 2021. A sincere thank you to everyone who has worked with us this year to support the outcomes for young people in our region. The GSGLLEN office closes today and will re-open on January 11, but indivdual staff may be taking a longer break.
16.01.2022 There is still time to register for this session at 5pm tonight! Learn the ins and outs of getting your first job. To register: https://bit.ly/2ITY1hn
16.01.2022 A great opportunity for local students
15.01.2022 Join us next Wednesday to learn more about getting your first after school or part time job. To register: https://bit.ly/2ITY1hn
14.01.2022 This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to study at TAFE or start an apprenticeship in 2021!
14.01.2022 KINDERGARTEN ENROLMENT WEEK DATES CONFIRMED Mark the dates in your diary - Kindergarten Enrolment Week will be held from 20 - 24 July 2020! Families wishing to ...enrol their little ones in any Kindergarten programs for 2021 will need to enrol during this period. Kindergarten programs are offered at the following locations in 2021: Casterton - Kathleen Millikan Centre Dartmoor Heywood Portland - Karreeta Peeneeyt Mara - Portland Child and Family Complex Portland - Kalbarri Kindergarten Portland - Jaycee Kindergarten We cant wait to welcome many new families to our services! Enrolment packs will be available during enrolment week. To discuss the enrolment process, contact us on: 1300 453 635 [email protected]
13.01.2022 What a fantastic opportunity for any budding artists in the Glenelg Shire! Applications close Nov 9!
12.01.2022 Massive announcement for Year 12 VCE students today! This has been such a challenging year for all Victorian students, particularly our year 12s in their final ...year. Students, and parents, have been understandably concerned about the impact of Coronavirus on their VCE study scores and ATAR ranking. In a year like no other, weve responded in an unprecedented way. Today we announced that every student will be individually assessed and any adverse impacts of Coronavirus will be reflected in students final VCE study scores and ATAR ranking. In a normal year, individual students are assessed for special consideration on a case by case basis. This year, schools will provide the Victorian Curriculum and Assessment Authority (VCAA) with information on every single one of their students. Schools will be asked to rank their students on both where they are at now and where they would have been had it not been for COVID-19 -- and why. Data will be collected from every school across the state including on previous assessments and used alongside the GAT and exams to adjust VCE scores accordingly. This may include assessing the individual impact of coronavirus on each student, including school closures, direct impacts on the health of a student, students dealing with substantial extra family responsibilities, ongoing issues with remote learning and mental health challenges. These reforms will reach every Year 12 VCE student in the state, ensuring the experiences of the class of 2020 are factored into their results. Every VCE student can go in to their exams with the confidence knowing they will not be disadvantaged by Coronavirus. I want every VCE student to keep focusing on their upcoming exams and have the motivation to strive to do their best in those final year examinations! We are doing everything we can to support you.
12.01.2022 Great opportunity...because the usual Horsham event can't happen!!!!
11.01.2022 We recently teamed up with the very funny, insightful (and dare we say it superheroish !) Hamish Blake! . Hamish, along with Kyle, Laura, Matty & Sally ...have created a whole series of film resources for our Live4Life communities. . Thanks Hamish for helping us reach out and continue important conversationsabout mental health with thousands of students across rural Victoria! . Together we can help tell a new story in rural communities & Give (mental health) Stigma the FLICK! See more
11.01.2022 LAST CHANCE for input via our survey to help inform our new 'BtB 2.0 Strategic Plan - closes Monday 31 August. https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx
11.01.2022 Today is National Sorry Day . We acknowledge the pain and suffering of the Stolen Generations and recognise the rich contribution of all Aboriginal people this reconciliation week. "For the pain, suffering, and hurt of these Stolen Generations, their descendants and for their families left behind, we say sorry. To the mothers and the fathers, the brothers and the sisters, for the breaking up of families and communities, we say sorry. ... And for the indignity and degradation thus inflicted on a proud people and a proud culture, we say sorry. Kevin Rudd, Prime Minister of Australia 13 Feb, 2008.
11.01.2022 Just a reminder that Young Leaders applications close today. If you or anyone you know are interested in this amazing opportunity make sure you apply via the link below. https://forms.gle/DBytdvrG1EoUHb859
11.01.2022 headspace Portland in partnership with headspace national, are hosting a webinar for parents and carers of young people to support their mental health through C...OVID 19. WHEN: Thursday 10th December 2020 6.00 - 7.15pm AEDT REGISTER: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/portland-covid-19-parent-an
11.01.2022 Thinking of studying something new? Explore your options by connecting live with our course specialists for an interactive chat and live Q&A.
10.01.2022 A wonderful opportunity
10.01.2022 Interested in youth work and want to find out more? Our friends at the City LLEN are running a webinar and you are welcome to join! See poster for registration details.
10.01.2022 Passport2Employment (P2E)....that's a wrap for 2020. What a fabulous program supported by SGSC, SGAE, WDEA, SW TAFE, Matchworks and of course the GSGLLEN. I have loved every minute of the program. Thanks everyone...congratulations to the graduates
10.01.2022 We recently teamed up with the very funny, insightful (and dare we say it superhero'ish !) Hamish Blake! . Hamish, along with Kyle, Laura, Matty & Sally ...have created a whole series of film resources for our Live4Life communities. . Thanks Hamish for helping us reach out and continue important conversationsabout mental health with thousands of students across rural Victoria! . Together we can help tell a new story in rural communities & Give (mental health) Stigma the FLICK! See more
09.01.2022 A little project the GSGLLEN is proud to be a part of! Write a letter or create a small piece of art to be shared with a local aged cared resident.
09.01.2022 Receiving your exam results can be tough. If you didn’t get the scores you were expecting, remember they don’t define you, and there are many pathways you can t...ake to reach your goal. Talking things through can help you feel supported. For more information on leaving secondary school, visit https://bit.ly/2JgOeSa #headspaceportland #mentalhealth #youth #mentalhealthmatters #youngpeople #selfcare
09.01.2022 Like all of us, young people need someone to turn too. Adults in young peoples lives hear them, listen without judgment, provide a safety net to catch them and remember to do this with kindness, compassion and an open mind
09.01.2022 The Glenelg Partnership group have been able to demonstrate the passion and commitment to Live4Life in their community in 2020, particularly in the past two mon...ths. Packing into Term 4 what would usually be delivered throughout the whole year, the partnership group have been able to offer all schools the Teen MHFA education, the community several Youth MHFA and refresher courses AND recognise the important contribution the crew plays with special care and farewell packs delivered to all crew members. Thank you Glenelg Partnership Group, schools, community and crew members for putting Youth Mental Health on the top of your list during 2020 . . . Glenelg Shire Council - Glenelg & Southern Grampians Local Learning & Employment Network - Brophy Family & Youth Services - Youth Affairs Council Victoria - Heywood & District Secondary College - @portlandseccollege - Casterton Secondary College - Bayview College - Southern Grampians and Glenelg Primary Care Partnership - Portland District Health - Beyond the Bell Great South Coast - headspace Portland
08.01.2022 Good luck to all the year 12s starting their exams today! You got this!
08.01.2022 Future Leaders and Young Leaders is an amazing opportunity for young people in Year 11 or equivalent to gain industry knowledge, leadership and career skills and increase their confidence. It also provides insights into local career opportunities. Applications are now open and they close on March 16th Apply below: Future Leaders (Glenelg)... https://forms.gle/frvTqoCX8peVF7kY6 Young Leaders (Southern Grampians) https://forms.gle/wmUyqpSzqgL2WVn97
07.01.2022 Today is National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Childrens Day! The Australian Childhood Foundation recognises the rights of all... Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to know and experience their culture. Culture is a source of belonging, pride, and identity. We actively support Aboriginal and Torres Islander children to have their voices heard in ways that are meaningful and sustained. You can learn more here: https://bit.ly/2Owm4F6 See more
07.01.2022 Today is National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day! The Australian Childhood Foundation recognises the rights of all... Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to know and experience their culture. Culture is a source of belonging, pride, and identity. We actively support Aboriginal and Torres Islander children to have their voices heard in ways that are meaningful and sustained. You can learn more here: https://bit.ly/2Owm4F6 See more
06.01.2022 Thanks to the Glenelg Shire Council Youth Team and the local young people who shared their alternative career pathways. Remember your ATAR doesn’t define you and there are plenty of ways to follow your dreams!
06.01.2022 What does Australias workforce of the future look like? Tomorrow the Department of Education, Skills and Employment is hosting a one-hour live streamed event featuring leaders from the Australian Governments Skills Organisation Pilots. Join three of Australias leading business leaders from across the Mining, Digital and Human Services sectors to discuss the future of Australias workforce.... This is not to be missed! Head here for more information and the link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-workforce-of-the-future #nationalskillsweek #realskillsforrealcareers
06.01.2022 THIS IS TODAY!!! PATHWAYS BEYOND SECONDARY EDUCATION webinar Part 2 Monday 14th Sept. 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Pros and cons of taking a GAP Year, ACU, SW TAFE, CQ Uni, PDH Register in advance for this webinar:... http://bit.ly/pathwaysweb2 See more
06.01.2022 It shouldn't matter whether you're doing VCE or VCAL. If you've worked hard and done your best you deserve to succeed. Which is why we're making things a bit ...easier for Victorian students. Year 12 VCAL students who've given it their best but couldn't complete every unit because of the pandemic, will be able to get credit by the VCAA so they can gain their VCAL certificate. And if you're a school VET student who couldn't finish your studies as planned we're giving you a guaranteed enrolment at TAFE or a dual provider next year to complete your course, and waiving your VET tuition fees for 2021. We're also extending the time for VET studies until 18 December giving students an extra month to finish, and have it recognised on their VCAL certificate too. There's no denying that this year has been a challenge for students right across the state. But especially for those who've missed out on the practical, hands-on learning they need to succeed. These students, and the important skills they're learning, will be vital to helping Victoria recover from this pandemic. And we'll support them every step of the way.
05.01.2022 Some great tips here....
05.01.2022 Excellent opportunity for local youth .... highly recommended!!
04.01.2022 This is a great opportunity for some lucky person.
04.01.2022 https://www.facebook.com/1379597482341756/posts/1993469247621240/
04.01.2022 The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted one of the key benefits of Live4Life. The award-winning youth mental health and suicide prevention program is delivering a c...ritical capability in a difficult time for all community resilience. . An independent evaluation of Live4Life in the Rural City of Benalla and Glenelg Shire released in 2020 included a key finding: Live4Life produces more highly networked communities, which is likely to enhance community resilience during adverse times. See more
04.01.2022 Introducing The Future Expo! genU Trainings Virtual Future expo is an opportunity to look beyond what you see now; in humanity, the community and the career you have chosen to pave some insight into humanist industries, which are careers of the future. Sign up to one of the free webinar sessions today ... https://futureexpo.genutraining.org.au/ See more
03.01.2022 The Victorian Education Minister, James Merlino, is encouraging principals, teachers, families and students to have their say on remote and flexible learning, to gain insights into how our education system can be improved as a result of the unprecedented experience of COVID 19. Feedback is being collected via a community consultation survey and will help the government understand what lessons were learned during remote and flexible learning, and the challenges or opportunitie...s to consider for strengthening the future of school education in Victoria. The survey complements an independent analysis being undertaken across the government, independent and Catholic school sectors, and a Summit to be held during July with students, school leaders and peak associations. The GSGLLEN in partnership with the Glenelg Beyond the Bell Local Action Group (LAG) sees this as a great opportunity for the experience of the schools, families, students and other stakeholders in our region to be heard from a rural and remote perspective. We are therefore writing to you to encourage you to participate in one of two ways: 1. Complete the department online survey yourself. You are able to provide your input individually here to the key question What can be learned from the period of remote and flexible learning to strengthen school education in Victoria? by clicking on the enclosed link https://engage.vic.gov.au/lessons-remote-and-flexible-learn. Responses can be made anonymously; the survey closes on 30 June. 2. Take part in a collated response from the region If you would prefer to contribute your thoughts to a group response or dont have time for a full response but would like to contribute, GSG LLEN in partnership with the Glenelg Beyond the Bell LAG is offering to collate contributions from across Glenelg and Southern Grampians region. The response will be a true representation of feedback received rather than a particular LLEN/ Beyond the Bell position, edited only to fit the word limit (8,000 characters). Information will only be reported as a whole, with individual responses remaining confidential. If you would like to provide input to the group response, please click on this survey monkey link https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/R2NX6DS The survey monkey will close at 11.55pm on Sunday 28 June.
03.01.2022 Part 2 Monday 14th Sept. 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Pros and cons of taking a GAP Year, ACU, SW TAFE, CQ Uni, PDH Register in advance for this webinar: http://bit.ly/pathwaysweb2
02.01.2022 The Research and Curriculum team at Mental Health First Aid Australia are currently seeking feedback on some of their new-look materials for the Teen MHFA years... 10-12 course that we deliver as part of our model . If you are years 9-12 and would like to help shape what this refresh of their resource looks like click https://mhfaaustralia.typeform.com/to/fjDQiw12 See more
02.01.2022 The LLEN is bringing back the Resilience Project with the virtual session on Monday 19th October! The session is specifically for young people with barriers and also those at risk of disengaging. More on the criteria below. If you know of a young person that would benefit please get in touch with us...Tiana and Marg
02.01.2022 Helpful contacts and websites for young people in the Glenelg Shire While the current situation is unsettling, there are lots of resources and s...upport to help us maintain our health and safety. If you are in an emergency situation or need immediate assistance, contact emergency services on 000. updated: 11/08/2020 ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER HEALTH SERVICES Dhuawurd-Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Services Inc. Location: 18 Wellington Road, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5521 7535 Web: https://www.dwech.com.au/ Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation Location: 21 Scott Street, Heywood VIC 3304 Phone: 5527 0060 Web: www.windamara.com ACCOMMODATION SERVICES Brophy Youth and Family Services Location: 5 Gawler Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5522 1480 SalvoConnect Housing Crisis and support accommodation Location: 33 Henty Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5522 1480 Web: www.salvationarmy.org.au Mackillop Family Services Location: 2020 Lava Street, Warrnambool Victoria 3280 Phone: 03 5500 2000 Bethany If you are living in public housing or community housing, we may be able to provide case management support and advocacy on tenancy-related matters, to help you maintain your tenancy. Phone 1300 510 439 Web: https://www.bethany.org.au/housing-services/ Housing Victoria HousingVic makes it easier to find the right information about housing and housing assistance in Victoria. If you want to rent privately in Victoria and need assistance with the bond, you may be able to borrow the money for an interest-free bond loan. Phone: 1300 650 172 (general) 1800 825 955 (Homelessness Support Line) Web: https://www.housing.vic.gov.au/rentassist-bond-loan ALCOHOL AND DRUG SERVICES Portland Drug and Alcohol The Alcohol and Drug Counselling service provides support and assistance for people with problems associated with alcohol or other drugs, or in some way feel their lives are affected by the use and /or misuse of alcohol or other drugs. Bentinck Street, Portland VIC 3305 ACSO Connect Referral process to Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Phone: 1300 022 760 Web: https://pdh.net.au/services_list/drug-and-alcohol/ WRAD Youth WRAD youth services provide a range of services aimed at supporting young people to address issues relating to alcohol and drugs. Phone: 1300 009 723 Web: http://youth.wrad.org.au/ Headspace Warrnambool DARE Program Specialist alcohol and drug workers available to provide service to young people aged 12-25. Phone: 1300 276 749 Web: www.headspace.org.au DISABILITY SUPPORT Kyeema Support Services Inc. Disability services & support organisation in Portland, 50 Lalor Street Portland, VIC 3305 Phone: (03) 5523 5999 Web: http://www.kyeema.com.au/ MPower Provides disability support service to the Glenelg region. 71 Koroit Street, Warrnambool, Victoria Phone: (03) 5561 8111 Web: https://www.mpower.org.au/ Department of Health and Human Services Improves the quality of life for people with a disability through the provision of a broad range of supports and community services. Web: https://services.dhhs.vic.gov.au/disability National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) In Victoria, disability supports and services are now provided through the NDIS. If you would like to access disability supports and services, please contact the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) via: 66A Hurd Street, Portland 3305 VIC Phone: 1800 800 110 Web: https://www.ndis.gov.au//locatio/-38.3627,141.6084/50/5658 Australian Government Services Australia Payments and services for you, your family or carers, if you have an illness, injury or disability. Web: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/indi/people-disability DOMESTIC VIIOLENCE, ABUSE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT SERVICES Emma House Client-lead organisation that aims to reduce the impact of domestic and family violence on individuals, women and children and our community. Oz Child Centre Services, 4 Gawler Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5521 7937 Web: https://www.emmahouse.org.au/ South Western Centre Against Sexual Assault (CASA) Provides services across the South West Victoria region to victim / survivors of sexual assault, their non-offending family members, partners and friends. 299 Koroit Street, Warrnambool VIC 3280 Phone: (03) 5564 4144 Web: https://www.swcasa.org.au/ Victorian Sexual Assault Crisis Line Telephone counselling provided and face-to-face response can be arranged for recent assaults. This service is available 5.30pm - 9.00am weeknights and 24 hours on weekends and public holidays. Phone: 1800 806292 Web: https://www.sacl.com.au/ 1800 RESPECT Support if you, or someone you know, is experiencing sexual assault or domestic and family violence Phone: 1800 737 732 Web: 1800respect.org.au Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre is Victorias statewide response service for women, young people and children experiencing family violence. Phone: 1800 015 188 Web: https://www.safesteps.org.au/ The Orange Door (Kids First) The hubs safely connect people directly to services and provide a coordinated response to a range of different needs. Web: https://www.kidsfirstaustralia.org.au/ Blue Knot Foundation Counselling support line and support, education, referrals and resources for the families and communities of adult survivors of childhood trauma. Web: https://www.blueknot.org.au/ With Respect Support people in LGBTIQ communities and their families affected by family violence as well as build the capacity of the integrated family services and specialist family violence system. Phone: 1800 LGBTIQ (1800 542 847) Web: www.withrespect.org.au DRIVERS LICENCE Keys2drive Keys2drive is providing a free driving lesson to learner licence holders (overseas licence holders are not eligible), which brings the learner and their parent/supervisor together with a Keys2drive accredited professional driving instructor. Phone: 1800 OWN WAY (1800 696 929) or (08) 8202 4390 Web: https://www.keys2drive.com.au/ L2P Program A learner driver mentor program which helps young people reach their 120 hours of driving practice when they dont have access to a car or supervisor at home. Cliff Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: Phone: 03 5522 2290 Web: www.glenelg.vic.gov.au LGBTQIA SERVICES Skittles A local support group for same sex attracted and gender diverse young people and allies. The group meets weekly during school term. Phone: 03 5522 2290 web: www.glenelg.com.au Safe Schools Coalition Victoria A coalition of schools & individuals dedicated to creating safer educational environments where every family can belong, every teacher can teach and every student can learn. You can usually access a Safe Schools worker through your school welfare team. Web: www.safeschoolscoalition. org.au Minus 18 Rainbow Network Minus 18 is Australias largest youth led organisation for same sex attracted and gender diverse young people. Web: http://minus18.org.au Qlife QLife provides Australia-wide LGBTQIA+ peer support and referrals for people wanting to talk about a range of issues, including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings, or relationships. Phone: 1800 184 527 Web: https://www.qlife.org.au/ With Respect Support people in LGBTIQ communities and their families affected by family violence as well as build the capacity of the integrated family services and specialist family violence system. Phone: 1800 LGBTIQ (1800 542 847) Web: www.withrespect.org.au South West Vic Pride Facebook group LGBTIQA+ social support and activism group for Southwest Victoria. Covers Warrnambool and surrounds. Web: https://www.facebook.com/groups/543022752759519/ Black Rainbow Support and advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTIQ people experiencing homeless, leaving domestic violence relationships or the justice system. Web: www.blackrainbow.org.au/ Rainbow Network Network for state wide and local LGBTIQ+ services Phone: 03 9479 8870 Web: www.rainbownetwork.com.au MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES/ COUNSELLING SERVICES Portland District Health Counselling Services The Portland District Health Counselling and Support Service is available for all age groups and there is no cost to attend the service Bentinck Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5521 0350 Web: https://pdh.net.au/ Headspace Portland Headspace Portland is a free youth-friendly counselling service for young people aged 12-25 years. Headspace can also support you with referrals to other services if needed, including youth drug and alcohol services, youth homelessness services, family and relationship support and general physical health. 148-150 Percy Street, Portland Victoria 3305 Phone: (03) 5522 1484 Web: www.headspace.org.au eHeadspace Provides online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12-25 and their friends and family. Phone: 1800 650 890 Web: eheadspace.org.au Kids helpline Kids Helpline is Australias only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Phone: 1800 55 1800 Web: https://kidshelpline.com.au Wellways Portland Support through recovery, education and advocacy programs for people with mental illness and their families and friends. co-located at Dhauwurd-Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service, 18 Wellington Road, Portland Victoria 3305 Phone: 03 5560 3000 Web: www.wellways.org Lifeline 24 hour telephone crisis support. Anyone experiencing a personal crisis or thinking about suicide can contact lifeline. Regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation the trained volunteers are readyto listen, provide support and referrals. Phone: 13 11 14 Web: https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue All calls and chats are one-on-one with a trained mental health professional, and completely confidential. Although we may ask for your first name and some general details, you can let us know if youd like to remain anonymous. 24 hours/ 7 days per week Phone: 1300 22 4636 Web: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Reach Out ReachOut is an online mental health organisation for young people and their parents. Our practical support, tools and tips help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times and the information we offer parents makes it easier for them to help their teenagers, too https://au.reachout.com/ Suicide Call Back Service For ages 15+ Provides immediate telephone counselling and support in a crisis. Available 24/7 Phone: 1300 659 467 Web: suicidecallbackservice.org.au GP SERVICES GP clinics offer doctors, clinic nurses and sometimes other services such as allied health. Active Health Portland 148-150 Percy Street Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5522 1200 Web: https://www.activehealthportland.com.au Casterton Coleraine Medical Clinic 63-69 Russell Street, Casterton VIC 3311 Phone; 03 5554 2655 Website: http://ccmedicalcentre.com.au/ Dartmoor Bush Nursing Centre 28 Ascot Street, Dartmoor VIC 3304 Phone: 03 5528 1381 Dhuawurd-Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Services Inc. 18 Wellington Road, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5521 7535 Web: https://www.dwech.com.au/ Heywood Rural Health 21 Barclay Street, Heywood VIC 3304 Phone: 03 5527 0555 Web: https://heywoodruralhealth.vic.gov.au/ Portland Family Practice 156 Percy Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5523 7144 Seaport Medical Clinic 6 Fern Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5523 2322 Web: http://www.seaportmedicalcentre.com/ Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation 21 Scott Street, Heywood VIC 3304 Phone: 5527 0060 Web: www.windamara.com FINANCIAL/MATERIAL AID SERVICES SalvoConnect Crisis and support accommodation Location: 33 Henty Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5522 1480 Web: www.salvationarmy.org.au Centrelink Portland Social & health-related payments & services. 8-10 Gawler Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 13 24 68 Bethany Financial counsellors provide advice and support to clients in understanding and exercising their rights and responsibilities in relation to debt recovery, payment of bills and government concessions and entitlements. Phone: 5278 8122 Web: https://www.bethany.org.au/financial-counselling/ Bethany Community Supports Emergency Relief program Helps low and fixed-income individuals and families who are in financial crisis and who need immediate assistance for a short period of time. Phone: 5278 8122 Web: https://www.bethany.org.au No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) Brophy Family and Youth Services Inc provides those on low income with safe, fair and affordable credit. Loan amounts can be as little as $300 or as much as $1200 for essential goods and services including laptops and school items. Repayments over 12 to 18 months. Location: 5 Gawler Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 0418 835 941 Web: https://nils.com.au/find COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES You can access social workers and allied health practitioners including physiotherapists, counsellors, dentists, speech therapists, and dieticians. Casterton Memorial Hospital 63-69 Russell Street, Casterton VIC 3311 Phone: 03 5554 2555 Web: www.castertonmemorialhospital.com.au/ Heywood Rural Health 21 Barclay Street, Heywood VIC 3304 Phone: 03 5527 0555 Web: https://heywoodruralhealth.vic.gov.au/ Merino Bush Nursing Service Annesley Street, Merino VIC 3310 Phone: 03 5579 1303 Web: http://www.wdhs.net/campuses/merino-campus Portland District Health Bentinck Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5521 0333 Web: https://pdh.net.au/ LEGAL SERVICES Victoria Legal Aid Free legal advice Phone: 1300 792 387 Web: https://www.legalaid.vic.gov.au/ Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS) VALS plays an important role in providing referrals, advice/information, duty work or case work assistance to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the State of Victoria. Solicitors at VALS specialise in one of three areas of law, being Criminal Law, Family Law and Civil Law. Phone: 1800 064 865 Web: https://www.vals.org.au/ Victoria Police Youth Resource Officer Glenelg Street, Portland VIC 3305 Phone: 03 5523 1999 This resource has been developed to support people who work with young people within the Glenelg Shire. Inclusion does not constitute a recommendation. Users of this resource should always check information such as length of involvement, vacancies and waiting lists, charges, and qualifications of people performing the service and other services offered. Produced 11/08/2020.
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