Currently this year, 35 women have already been killed by an intimate partner or someone known to them.
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Council denies doctoring document
The Government Architect’s Civic Heart design principles on page 40 state: “Re-purpose library as a public building – possible Town Hall, meeting place, flexible exhibition space. Investigate upgrade or new cafe integrated with park. Create a civic plaza and connect to Mann Street with active edges.”
Surf clubs receive share of state funding
Ocean Beach, Terrigal and Wamberal Surf Life Saving Clubs have shared in more than $5 million in funding under the NSW Government’s Surf Club Facility Program. Ocean Beach Surf Life Saving Club was among 32 clubs to be awarded grants for the upgrade, restoration and construction of facilities under the Program. […]
MP excited about uptown accelerator
The Uptown District Acceleration Program, by the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner, fast-tracks the formation of ‘districts’ or local business communities and empowers business owners within a ‘district’ to collaborate to form engaging, safe and dynamic going-out precincts.
CHOICE shines a light on energy rebate
“Your power company is in charge of applying the $300 rebate, so you won’t be receiving any government deposits in your account.”
Domestic violence dinner features two major speakers
The CCDVC with the support of the Mounties group, have been able to sponsor 50 tickets for those with lived experience and those who volunteer in the domestic violence sector.
ABC members issue new vote of no confidence in managing director
The Lattouf case continues a pattern of ABC journalists, particularly those from culturally diverse backgrounds, lacking support from management when they face criticism from lobby groups, business organisations and politicians.
NSW Parliamentary Friends of the Olympic and Paralympic movements launched
As a former Paralympian and now a member of Parliament, it was fabulous to join so many of my colleagues to celebrate the inaugural meeting of the Parliamentary Friends of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements in New South Wales – Member for Gosford, Liesl Tesch
Community angst at council’s tardy response to weed outbreak on river
This weed spreads rapidly and action needs to occur quickly. To further mitigate risk, council is also working with the community to survey private properties near Wyong River Weir where the weed may be present.
Domestic violence committee welcomes new safety plan
But still, at least one woman a week loses her life as a result of violence against women and this ongoing tragedy reminds us of how much work is still to be done.