Northside Community Forum
Paid Parental Leave Scheme (PPL)
Tuesday, 13 July 2010 15:02
Recently the government announced a Paid Parental Leave scheme which will come into effect in January 2011. Under this scheme an eligible person will receive up to 18 weeks taxable pay at the minimum wage, which is currently $569.90 per week. These payments will be made by the government and in most cases paid via the normal payroll process after the arrival of the baby.
Carers Face the Future
Monday, 12 July 2010 15:12
Your Future and Mine - Carer Retreat
As part of the Mental Health Respite Program, Northside Community Forum Inc. organised “Your Future and Mine” – a two-day carer retreat at the Collaroy Centre, from Friday to Sunday, 14-16 May. The purpose of the retreat was to provide a well-earned break for older carers of people with mental health issues, intellectual disability or autism, and also to explore some of the issues related to transition into the future and planning ahead.
Respite News (newsletter)
Thursday, 17 June 2010 08:14
Northside Community Forum Inc produces a newsletter which offers information and services for young people with a severe or profound disability.
Download: Respite News Latest Issue June 2010 [Adobe Acrobat PDF - 1.08 MB]
We‘re always looking for ways to improve Respite News, and want to ensure that it‘s up-to-date and relevant to the needs of its readers. That's why we've gone for a fresh new look this issue, and packed it full of articles to keep you informed about services and the latest developments in the sector. We hope you like the new approach and you find Respite News a worthwhile read.
To ensure we’re on the right track, we've included a feedback form inside and would love to hear your comments and ideas. Respite News is published twice a year, in June and December.
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Carer Recognition Bill passed 13 May 2010
Monday, 17 May 2010 12:56
The Bill "establishes a definition of carer and sets down ten principles, including the fundamental principle that all carers should have the same rights, choices and opportunities as other Australians"
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