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South Coast Primary & Community Partnership

Locality: Wonthaggi, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5671 4272

Address: 33 Murray Street 3996 Wonthaggi, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.southcoastpcp.org.au

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25.01.2022 The Gender and Disaster Pod has launched newly translated versions of the Disaster is No Excuse for Violence postcard, making this simple but important referral material available in Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Punjabi, Spanish, Swahili and Vietnamese. https://www.genderanddisaster.com.au/translated-disaster-i/

24.01.2022 Are you interested in joining in on the Gippsland Free From Gender Stereotypes campaign and making a short film? Did you miss our information Zoom session below? You can still join in and receive a copy of the recording to get some insight to the project. ... You can register to get your copy and to be a part of the project by emailing [email protected]

21.01.2022 Rebecca Scott, from our Prevention Team shares her top tips for good mental health.

21.01.2022 South Gippsland Shire Council COVID-19 Home Based Business Grants NOW OPEN Do you operate a home-based business in South Gippsland? Have you experienced a downturn as a result of COVID-19?... Yes? Then you may be eligible for a $1,000 Home-Based Business Grant. The grants are part of Council’s $2M COVID-19 Community Support Package. Applications close 20 November or when funding is exhausted. For more information, please visit: www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/covidsupport

19.01.2022 A big thank you to all local services including health services, schools and early childhood centres for getting involved in Healthy Lunchbox Week! Let’s keep spreading the healthy lunchbox messages. Visit the Healthy Lunchbox Week website hub for videos, recipes and fact sheets that support children to concentrate, learn and play https://www.healthylunchboxweek.org.au/ #HealthyLunchboxWeek

19.01.2022 Where have you travelled lately? For the full list of public exposure sites, case locations and the steps you need to take, go to: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov....au/case-locations-and-outbreaks Anyone who has visited these Tier 1 exposure sites during these times must immediately isolate, get a coronavirus (COVID-19) test, and remain isolated for 14 days. #COVID19Vic #covid19australia Bass Coast Shire Council

18.01.2022 Violence against women is serious, prevalent and driven by GENDER INEQUALITY. Check out this video made by Gippsland Women's Health, called Challenging the foundations of violence against women. It highlights the everyday attitudes and behaviours which support men's violence against women and the importance of challenging these foundations. #GenerationEquality #orangetheworld #spreadtheword #16DaysofActivism #16days #RespectVictoria... If you need immediate emergency assistance call 000. If you are in a violent situation or know someone who is experiencing violence please contact; 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24hrs) Safe Steps on 1800 015 188 (24hrs) The Orange Door on 1800 319 354 (9am-5pm Mon Fri)

17.01.2022 2020 has been a big year, be kind to yourself.

15.01.2022 It’s great news that public libraries have been included in the easing of restrictions for Regional Victoria. Full details of the service updates are available on West Gippsland Libraries website: https://www.wgrlc.vic.gov.au/service-update

14.01.2022 Access To Local Services Improved by New Guide. The South Coast Primary & Community Partnership, Bass Coast Shire Council and South Gippsland Shire Council have released a Community Guide to Local Health Services and Supports to assist the public to access services available right here in the local South Gippsland and Bass Coast region. This resource follows on from the success of the COVID-19 Community Supports Booklet that was distributed in June. This expanded edition has... a greater focus on local services ranging from health and welfare organisations through to mental health, youth, financial and food relief services and community houses. State Government hotlines and 24 hour support services are also included. The resource is available online on South Gippsland Shire Council’s, Bass Coast Shire Council’s and the South Coast Primary and Community Partnership’s websites and will be available in hard copy print from many community locations across the sub-region. Click here to view https://www.southcoastpcp.org.au//community-guide-to-local

12.01.2022 A fitted face mask is now required instead of other face coverings because it provides better protection. As restrictions ease and movement increases, the effectiveness of a face mask is even more important. Get the info before heading out: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/face-masks-vic-covid-19 #COVID19Vic

11.01.2022 Kristen Yates-Matthews, from our South Coast Primary & Community Partnership Team shares her top tip for good mental health.

10.01.2022 SALT CLUB RE-CONNECT PROGRAM Thursday 5 November 6pm - 7pm Register at: https://www.trybooking.com/BLYPZ Are you involved with a local sporting club? Salt Club Re-Connect Program is a FREE online, interactive presentation that will provide you with the tools to help support club members' mental health and wellbeing.... Through a live quiz format, the SALT presenter will establish what the issues are for each sporting club and help participants formulate an action plan to address them. Access to further resources will be provided. Suitable for ages 15+. For further information phone Vicki or Barbara at South Gippsland Shire Council on 5662 9200 or visit https://sportandlifetraining.com.au/

10.01.2022 Respect is recognising that families come in all forms and should be valued equally. Respect is treating boys and girls as equal.s Tell us what Respect is for you in the comments below.... #GenerationEquality #orangetheworld #spreadtheword #16DaysofActivism #16days #RespectVictoria If you need immediate emergency assistance call 000. If you are in a violent situation or know someone who is experiencing violence please contact; 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24hrs) Safe Steps on 1800 015 188 (24hrs) The Orange Door on 1800 319 354 (9am-5pm Mon Fri)

09.01.2022 Bean tested? An STI check is recommended every 6 months or after each new sexual partner, not just when you have symptoms. #CondomDay2021 @familyplanningwa After a youth specific service? South Coast Youth Clinics are free and confidential, located in Leongatha, Korumburra, Foster and Wonthaggi. http://www.southcoastyouthclinics.com.au/our-clinics/

06.01.2022 Do you want to have your say about the future of Victoria? YACVic is hosting a forum Thursday 4th December, 4-6:30pm to talk about your ideas, hopes and vision for Victoria! If you live or work in Gippsland or North-Eastern Victoria you can register here: https://zoom.us//regi/tJcrcuChqTkoH9EO-LBmREPa4gKmM6rFrzWu

06.01.2022 Got symptoms? Get tested. Find your way to our local testing clinics. If you have any symptoms please get tested and stay home. Fever Runny nose... Sore throat Cough Chills or sweats Shortness of breath Loss of sense of taste or smell Testing is available by appointment locally at: Foster Respiratory Clinic, Foster Medical Centre Monday to Friday - (03) 5682 2088 Leongatha drive-through clinic, Gippsland Southern Health Service - (03) 5654 2777 Other testing centres: Wonthaggi Medical Group Monday to Friday - 0492 036 568 Wonthaggi Hospital drive-through clinic - 7 days a week (03) 5671 3333 Phillip Island Health Hub - 24 hours 7 days a week (03) 5951 2100 For more information and testing locations visit www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus

04.01.2022 Today is the last day of Mental Health Month and the whole team at the South Coast Primary and Community Partnership is sharing their collective Top Tip for maintaining good mental health. Daily team meetings have not only kept us on track for work but have kept us connected to each other, providing opportunities for sharing stories and lots of laughing.

04.01.2022 As we reopen and movement naturally increases, we’re going to be in contact with more people. This means there’s still a chance for the virus to spread in the community. It’s a good idea to keep a record of where you’ve been and who you've seen - this can be a huge help for contact tracing in case there's a COVID-19 outbreak. Encourage your family and friends to do the same. More tips on staying COVIDSafe:https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-home-safet

03.01.2022 The colour orange is used across the globe for the16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. The colour was identified by the United Nations to symbolise a brighter future and a world free from violence against women and girls. Wear a splash of orange during the 16 Days of Activism to let people know you care.... #GenerationEquality #orangetheworld #spreadtheword #16DaysofActivism #16days #RespectVictoria If you need immediate emergency assistance call 000. If you are in a violent situation or know someone who is experiencing violence please contact; 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 (24hrs) Safe Steps on 1800 015 188 (24hrs) The Orange Door on 1800 319 354 (9am-5pm Mon Fri)

02.01.2022 Breaking free from outdated rules To live healthy, fulfilled lives, boys and men need environments where they can show their feelings, ask for help and feel confident to call out disrespect. This is important, not just for boys and men, but for everyone. Here is a video from VicHealth highlighting the importance of breaking free from outdated rules.

01.01.2022 Breaking free from gender stereotypes To live healthy, fulfilled lives, boys and men need environments where they can show their feelings, ask for help and feel confident to call out disrespect. This is important, not just for boys and men, but for everyone.