WA Prostitution

People have until July 29 to make comment on the draft bill which could be tabled in Parliament in August. The Australian Christian Lobby says it is still a good time to write to local MPs. The proposed prostitution model will, for the first time, legalise prostitution in WA.

Comments can be made by email to: prostitution_reform_feedback@justice.wa.gov.au

Or by post:

Prostitution Reform Feedback
Department of the Attorney General
GPO Box F317, PERTH WA 6841.

For details on draft bill: http://www.department.dotag.wa.gov.au/L/legislation.aspx

Action: The ACL’s Make a Stand Website has launched the “Women are worth more” campaign. To send your local MP a letter using the Make it Stand website see: http://www.makeastand.org.au/campaign/index.php?campaign_id=38

As at June 17, 452 people had sent a letter to their MP using this service.

Action: The Association for Reformed Political Action and other Christian organisations are asking people to write to their local State MP.

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POSTED 21 Jul 2011
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Curriculum Help Needed

The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority invites members of the education profession and other suitably qualified and experienced members of the community to express their interest in joining an Equity and Diversity Advisory Group for the next phase of curriculum development and preparation for implementation. The group will operate from early August 2011 through the end of 2012.Apply to info@acara.edu.au by 22 July at 5.00pm (AEST).

For more info: http://www.acara.edu.au/acara_update_12072011.html

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POSTED 19 Jul 2011
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EOI CHOGM

Expressions of interest are being sought from local community leaders keen to take part in the Commonwealth People’s Forum, a parallel event to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in October. EOI close July 27. For form: http://www.secure.commonwealthfoundation.com/CPF2011RegistrationForm

For more information go to: For more information go to http://www.wacoss.org.au or contact cpf@wacoss.org.au

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Abetz Helpers Needed

Southern River MLA Peter Abetz is seeking helpers to serve at a morning tea he is hosting where community leaders and residents can meet Premier Colin Barnett. It will be held July 22 at the Canning Vale College Performing Arts Centre (26 Dumbarton Rd, Canning Vale). He is looking for people who can bake homemade cookies, sandwiches or scones and 15 people to help serve tea and coffee.

For more and to volunteer: peter.abetz@mp.wa.gov.au or call 9256 4900.

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WA Youth Parliament

More than 50 young West Australians have taken part last week in the 16th annual Youth Parliament at Parliament House which is coordinated by YMCA. Opening the Parliament Youth Minister Robyn McSweeney said: “The Youth Parliament program provides a forum for young people to debate issues, often the starting point for bringing about positive social change,” she said.

To apply to participate in the Youth Parliament: https://sites.google.com/a/youthparlwa.com/western-australian-youth-parliament-2-/Home/Applications

For info on the parliament: https://sites.google.com/a/youthparlwa.com/western-australian-youth-parliament-2-/Home

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POSTED 19 Jul 2011
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Gambling Positive?

WA Premier Colin Barnett believes that WA gambling provides benefit to the community. The State Govt run Lotterywest took $114 million in gambling money from Western Australians and gave to community projects. “These grants make a profound difference to the lives of all West Australians,” Mr Barnett said in a statement.

For Barnett’s press release: http://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au/Pages/Results.aspx?ItemID=142171

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Tasmanian Youth Parliament

The Tasmanian Youth Parliament will be held in September 2011. Participants will form Government and Opposition and debate issues in state politics which are important to them. Besides a camp from Sept 4-10 participants will attend training days on July 30 in Launceston and July 31 in Hobart.

Applications for Youth Parliament 2011 are open from 22nd June until 22nd July. Applications can be submitted on http://bit.ly/yptas2011

For more on the Tasmanian Youth Parliament: http://www.youthparliament.org.au/

For Robyn McSweeney press release: http://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au/Pages/Results.aspx?ItemID=142260

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Left-Right Think-Tank

Left Right is seeking the direct participation of 120 young people over 18 months in a new 6-month education program that has been launched. They are also seeking the input of 1000s of young Australian through their consultation process to help “develop the roadmap for Australia’s future.” For more and to apply: http://www.leftright.org.au/policy-fellowships/

Also, Think Tank Left Right is seeking “outstanding people” to join their team as program director, finance director, Victorian state director and Victorian Business Manager. Applicants must be aged between 16 – 24 years of age at the time of application. For more: http://www.leftright.org.au/2011/05/volunteer-on-the-left-right-national-team/

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Compass 2012 Nominations

Nominations are now sought for the Compass Programme for 2012. It is available to university students (or year 12 students about to go to uni) who are performing well in their studies, have a strong commitment to their faith and are keen to intelligently engage the world for Christ, demonstrate a high potential to be influential and strategic in their future profession. For more: http://www.compass.org.au/

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Foreign Aid Overhaul

Christian organisations have welcomed the Federal Govt response to the Foreign Aid inquiry. For stories: http://www.cathnews.com/article.aspx?aeid=27139

Or: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-07-06/rudd-announces-foreign-aid-overhaul/2784526?section=world

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