Wicked Which's of the West

02/12/2015

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The events of this week (Christmas Tree-gate 2015!) have shown us that we have a vocal and passionate community. A community that has a voice and wants to be heard!

We want to know what you think:

•What are the essential services that Council should deliver? What services should be optional for Councils to deliver?

•Does your council represent the make up of your local community? How can we ensure fair representation of able people at council, including women and people from different cultural backgrounds and ages?

•When should your council be required to engage and consult with their community? Is giving notice through a local newspaper or through the council website sufficient?

Should councils be allowed to spend money on civic art? What sorts of things shouldn't councils be allowed to buy?

Tell us your thoughts below, or jump onto www.oursay.org/sthgrampians to join in the conversation

26/06/2015

If you're a Victorian farmer under 35, you can apply for a $10,000 scholarship towards study, professional development, or even on-farm investment. Applications close 21 August.

The Young Farmer Scholarship Program is an opportunity to invest in you and your career. Up to $10,000 is available per scholarship, $5,000 towards study backed by further funds to invest on-farm or in professional development activities to help put new skills into practice.

13/04/2015

"What would happen if there were no VCE?"
If you were part of the Wicked Which's educational workshop I am sure this is one question that may still be swirling around in your brain. Come and join some fellow swirlers at the next 'Beyond the Bell' working group meeting on Monday 27th April (no, NOT a public holiday, sorry).
There were some great ideas flying about. Let's not lose them!

SOUTHERN GRAMPIANS BEYOND THE BELL: ‘THE WAY FORWARD”

We’ve got the data
We have the regional Beyond the Bell plan
We’ve had the excitement and ideas from the Wicked Which’s forum.

Now we are ready to roll up our sleeves and get Southern Grampians Beyond the Bell initiative kicking goals!

If you wish to be part of this collaborative group to align our actions and energies come to this facilitated session to increase the opportunities for young people in Southern Grampians

WHEN: 27th April between 11-3
WHERE: RMIT Hamilton
FACILITATOR; Alianne Rance ( RMIT)

PLEASE CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE FOR CATERING PURPOSES

Anne Murphy
Executive Officer
Glenelg and Southern Grampians Local Learning and Employment Network
Ph: 55719302

27/03/2015

The wishes collected during the Wicked Which's forum are on display in the foyer of The Hamilton Art Gallery/Library. We are continuing the conversation and want to hear your thoughts regarding the complex issues we face and how we tackle them.
Join the conversation…..www.oursay.org/sthgrampians/www

23/03/2015

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Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers that made the bags and then packed them.

20/03/2015

http://www.standard.net.au/story/2957706/ice-scourge-knows-no-boundaries-expert-tells-hamilton-forum/?cs=72

TEENAGERS from middle-class families are just as likely to be enticed by illegal drugs, one of the nation’s top academics claims.

20/03/2015

Think, discuss and share lots. Post your ideas and vote on other's ideas at www.oursay.org and remember the following words of caution.

19/03/2015

A giant of the Western District, and a humane voice for our nation.

19/03/2015

Congratulations to Harcourt Orchardist Katie Finlay on winning RIRDC Rural Women's Award - with some great insights on how producers can change the way they approach their marketing and supply chain challenges.

19/03/2015

Two things you learned at the forum today. Go!

19/03/2015

Great to see our Councillors getting on board with the oursay platform. Have your say on the future of your community oursay.org/sthgrampians/www