In January a Back-to-School drive will supply 600 children with essential items such as stationery (USB sticks, scientific calculators), backpacks, lunch boxes, drink bottles and library bags.
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Christmas appeal needs support
Christmas time can be a challenging period for some and there are many in the community who might not be able to enjoy a Christmas lunch or dinner with loved ones
Life saving funds support defibrillators at sporting facilities
Access to defibrillators can mean the difference between life and death in a medical emergency and it is so important that our local clubs have access to this technology.
Turning 16 days of activism into 365 days of action
While decades of campaigning has put ending gender-based violence high on national and international agendas, there is still not enough being done to prevent violence. This year, we are focused on turning the 16 Days of Activism in to 365 Days of Action – because women have the right to be SAFE. EVERYWHERE. ALWAYS.
Safe haven with peer support a huge step forward for acute mental health care
We need teams who can address the human aspect of mental health…We stand in the vulnerabilities of our own experience… we drop the armour.
Reclaim the Night at The Entrance
CCDVC is aiming for a community-friendly event at The Entrance with market stalls, food trucks and live entertainment.
Free money clinic for women
A Money Clinic Morning Tea will be held at Club Wyong on Monday, 16 October, for women who need information and assistance to prevent or combat financial abuse. Financial abuse is a common form of family or domestic violence and coervice control encountered by many women. An abusive partner may […]
Village hosts Voice Referendum information night
Bernice Hookey wants a say in policies that could remand your child into custody for trivial reasons, or remove your children (her 2 year-old was almost taken away). Bernice wants more empathy and compassion to be able to drive change for a brighter and more equitable future.
Men’s community event to turn the tables on mental health
The Men’s Table program is a safe place for local men to come together to share and be heard in a confidential and non-judgemental environment
Fee-free TAFE a raging success
Other areas of success, include the priority sectors of construction, with 20,986 enrolments (9.7 per cent), technology and digital, with 16,768 enrolments (7.8 per cent) and early childhood education and care, with 11,868 enrolments (5.5 per cent).

