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Supporting Healthy Multicultural Communities: Multicultural Health Week 2010

2010-07-28

A special toll free phone service providing people with health information in their language has begun operating as part of Multicultural Health Week (26 July – 1 August 2010).

Minister for Health, Carmel Tebbutt said the health phone lines would be in five languages – Arabic, Chinese, Dari, Korean and Vietnamese – and would operate as a pilot until August 15.

“Multicultural Health Week is a wonderful opportunity to promote the range of health services available to people whose first language may not be English.”

Also to be launched during Multicultural Health Week are two new resources. Languages of the World and Multicultural Communities in NSW is a useful resource for those working with multicultural communities and identifies the different languages and cultural diversity in NSW.

The Multicultural Health Week Services Booklet lists key contacts and organisations in NSW that work specifically with CALD groups, as well as key contacts in local councils in NSW.

For more information on Multicultural Health Week read more...(PDF) or visit www.multiculturalhealthweek.com or call 9816 0347. Toll free Health Information Phone Lines:
Chinese 1800 501 952
Arabic 1800 501 953
Dari 1800 112 954
Korean 1800 091 424
Vietnamese 1800 082 979

Sydney's First Greenway in Light Rail Extension

2010-07-20

Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt joined NSW Premier Kristina Keneally to announce the inclusion of the GreenWay as part of the light rail extension to Dulwich Hill.

The GreenWay has been championed by the local community for many years and will deliver an environmentally sustainable, integrated transport corridor.

It will create a continuous cycle and walking path between the Cooks River and Iron Cove – providing improved connectivity for commuters, and recreational cyclists and joggers. It will also enhance and expand upon existing nature habitats and bushcare sites along the rail corridor – protecting precious native flora and fauna.

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Deadline Extended for 2010 Community Building Partnerships Application

2010-07-19

The NSW Government has extended the closing date for applications under the $35 million 2010 Community Building Partnership program for two weeks Friday 6 August 2010.

The Community Building Partnership program provides funding of $300,000 in every electoral district in NSW for community groups and local councils to build or upgrade local facilities.

Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt is encouraging organisations and local councils to take advantage of the extended deadline and apply for funding to build and improve community facilities in their local area.

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Extra Funding for Marrickville Youth Service Twenty10

2010-06-22

NSW Minister for Community Services Linda Burney and Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt have announced extra funding of $30,000 for Twenty10, an organisation that helps young people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless in the inner West.
Speaking at the launch of Twenty10’s strategic plan Ms Burney said Twenty10 is a highly-regarded organisation with a 28-year history of working with youth across NSW.
“It provides services for young people who are same-sex attracted, gender diverse or questioning their sexuality or gender,” Ms Burney said. “It does excellent work by offering them assistance in finding accommodation and by also addressing the underlying issues associated with homelessness."

Marrickville Gets Extra $300,000 for Community Projects Under 2010 Community Building Partnerships

2010-06-18

Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt today encouraged community groups to apply for funding for local projects under the Keneally Government’s new $35 million NSW Community Building Partnership.

Community groups in Marrickville are eligible for a share in $300,000 to help fund local projects.

Ms Tebbutt said the partnership was extended for another year due to its popularity and the overwhelming number of applications received last year.

More Support for Victims of Domestic Violence

2010-06-18

Women in the Inner West will continue to benefit from specialist support services for victims of domestic violence. Local Members Carmel Tebbutt and Verity Firth today welcomed the budget measure which will ensure that the Domestic Violence Proactive Support Services program will receive a $3.7 million boost under the NSW Government’s $50 million Domestic and Family Violence Action Plan.
Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt said the funding boost would see the partnership between Marrickville Legal Centre and Marrickville Local Area Command continue with a domestic violence specialist working with local police to provide support services for victims of domestic violence.

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NSW Government Budget - Light Rail Fastracked with $55m Funding

2010-06-08

Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt today announced that work on the extension of the light rail to Dulwich Hill would be fast tracked with $55 million set aside to accelerate work as part of the 2010/11 State Budget.
“The NSW Government is extending the light rail by 10km so passengers can travel directly from Dulwich Hill, through the Inner West and the Sydney CBD, to Circular Quay,” Ms Tebbutt said.
“The $55 million will be used to start construction on the Inner West section of the track following the completion of an Environmental Assessment as well as to undertake pre-construction work on the CBD extension.

NSW Government Passes Legislation to Set Up Relationships Register

2010-05-12

The NSW Parliament has tonight passed Government legislation to create a Relationships Register making it easier for unmarried couples to access legal entitlements and prove they are in committed or de facto relationships.
“Previous laws made it difficult for couples who are in de-facto or committed relationships to prove their relationship for the purpose of accessing government services, entitlements or records.”
“The register ensures NSW is aligned with Commonwealth Government moves to remove discrimination against unmarried people in heterosexual and same-sex relationships,” he said.
“Couples who choose to register their relationship will now be provided with one document that helps prove their relationship and will be spared the frustration of constantly having to supply agencies with large amounts of paperwork.”

Work on $31 million Newtown Station Upgrade to Start This Month

2010-05-05

Deputy Premier and Member for Marrickville Carmel Tebbutt today joined Minister for Transport and Roads David Campbell at Newtown Station to release a new design plan for Newtown railway station, and announce work on the upgrade will start later this month.

"Newtown is a thriving Sydney suburb, with its King Street railway station to soon receive a dramatic and eagerly anticipated face lift," Ms Tebbutt said.

"Over the years, the number of people who use Newtown Station has grown significantly, with more than 10,000 people now catching a train from the Station every day.

"The narrow stairs and entrance need to be upgraded to accommodate this increase in foot traffic."

Ms Tebbutt said the new design incorporates feedback from local residents and groups.

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$576,000 Science Facilities at Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design Officially Opened

2010-04-30

Deputy Premier and Member for Marrickville, Carmel Tebbutt will today officially open new science facilities at Dulwich High School of Visual Arts and Design.

Ms Tebbutt said these new facilities provide a modern and innovative space for students to learn about science.

"It’s important that we provide high school students studying sciences with access to modern technology and resources in their own learning spaces.

"I’m sure teachers, students and parents will be thrilled at the sight of three new science learning spaces and one new science preparation room.

"These excellent facilities will encourage more students to study a science course and enhance the quality of learning and teaching within classrooms," Ms Tebbutt said.

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