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COMMUNITY AND MULTICULTURALISM
Community is at the heart of everything we do here in Werribee. There are few communities that could rival our good will, our volunteerism or our entrepreneurship. Communities like ours are built on a fundamental belief that every individual has a right to belong and that diversity enriches us.
The Wyndham Interfaith program is representative of this community spirit.
The Wyndham Interfaith Network set up in March 2010 counts over twenty religious and community representatives of diverse religions and beliefs.
I am thrilled to announce that The Andrews Labor Government has awarded The Wyndham Interfaith Program a harmony grant, so they can further grow mutual understanding and opportunity in our community.
The Werribee Karen Baptist Community was also awarded a grant for their Karen Language Program as part of the ‘Capacity Building Program’. This grant will now help to develop bilingual resources, enhance existing programs and develop cultural activities.
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GRANTS, AWARDS AND PROGRAMS
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HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE DRAFT
ANIMAL WELFARE ACTION PLAN
Animal Welfare matters. This is why the Labor Government is developing a five-year action plan to protect animal welfare.
Improving the Welfare of Animals in Victoria builds on Victoria's existing reputation for animal welfare and will identify the future direction for animal welfare in the state.
The draft plan looks at three key areas:
- Contemporary animal welfare laws;
- A collaborative approach that underpins knowledge, committment and investment in animal welfare;
- Efficient and effective compliance and enforcement.
You can have your say on the future of Victoria's animal welfare strategy before Tuesday, 11 October at: https://animalwelfarevic.economicdevelopment.vic.gov.au/
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COMMUNITY RENEWABLE ENERGY AND
TAKE2 PLEDGE ON CLIMATE CHANGE ACTION
The Andrews Labor Government has set a target of net zero emissions by 2050 and is calling on all Victorians to play a part in reaching it.
The Community Renewable Energy Projects Discussion Paper will guide the development of future community renewable energy projects in Victoria.
Have a read of the paper and submit your feed back at http://haveyoursay.delwp.vic.gov.au/community-energy before Monday, 28 November 2016.
Moreover, local people, households, organisations, businesses, councils, and educational institutions are urged to take action on climate change and join Victoria's TAKE2 pledge program.
The government is leading the way. Every Victoria Government department must pledge to take specific actions and reduce emissions.
The TAKE2 pledge program, led by Sustainability Victoria (SV), is Australia's first state government-led voluntary climate change pledging initiative.
To be involed, simply go to http://www.take2.vic.gov.au and:
- Take the pledge "Working together, we pledge to play our part and take action on climate change for Victoria, out country and our planet" online;
- Commit to taking practical actions to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions.
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VICTORIAN HONOUR ROLL OF WOMEN
Each year, the Victorian Honour Roll of Women gives recognition to women in our state who have demonstrated remarkable leadership and excellence in their field.
Since its commencement in 2001, the Honour Roll has aimed to raise the profile of women and contribution to making lasting change in Victoria.
The Werribee electorate has many outstanding women, and I encourage members of the community to lodge a nomination.
Nomination for the Victorian Honour Roll of Women are now open and close on Friday, 7 October 2016. Nominations can be made at: http://www.vic.gov.au/honourrollofwomen
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VICTORIAN HOUSING REGISTER
Housing is a right, not a luxury. In September, the State Government celebrated Housing Week with several initiatives.
Recognising the need to make it easier for Victorians to access housing, the Andrews Government launched Australia's first online social housing register.
This will see all social housing waiting lists be consolidated into a single place and simplifies the current system. Visit http://www.housing.vic.gov.au/victorianhousingregister for more information.
The government has opened two awards to recognise the efforts of tenants in social housing.
The Victoria in Bloom competition celebrates the work that tenants do to maintain and produce some of the best looking and sustainable gardens. Entries for nominations close Monday, 31 October and more information can be found at http://www.dhs.vic.gov.au
The Penington Hadfield Awards recognise tenants who work as volunteers with a community group, agency or charity, or who have supported people in their local area. More information on how to nominate a tenant can be accessed at http://www.housing.vic.gov.au/frances-penington-and-molly-hadfield-awards
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