Tag: education program
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Launch of the Victorian Early Intervention Pilot Program
The Victorian Early Intervention Pilot Program (VEIPP) is a youth alcohol diversion program, aimed to assist younger people at risk of alcohol abuse. The program is a pilot project between Victorian Police, Department of Health, Eastern Access Community Health and Turning Point Alcohol and counselling and diversion programs to prevent ongoing criminal convictions. The City…
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Opening the Lighthouse Home for Mums and Bubs
The Lighthouse Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to end youth homelessness through its model of integrated model of care, which provides an holistic approach through health, education and development. This morning I opened the Lighthouse Foundation’s Home for Mums and Bubs, a house that will provide support for homeless young mothers. The program…
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Maroondah Journal: Event highlights online safety
Safer Internet Day 2010 is held on Tuesday the 9th of February and is supported by the Australian Communications and Media Authority through its cybersafety education program. The Maroondah Journal has reported on Maroondah City Council’s involvement in the event: Maroondah Mayor Alex Makin said this year’s theme, ‘Think before you post’, was an important…
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Media Release: Help your children become ‘cyber-smart’
Safer Internet Day 2010 is almost upon us and it’s set to highlight the need to be safe and responsible when using online technologies. Mayor of Maroondah, Cr Alex Makin, encouraged the community to learn more about safer surfing during Safer Internet Day on Tuesday 9 February. “The day aims to help children, parents and…