Posted on Friday, 10 February, 2012
Technology has revolutionised the way students engage with their material and changed the way they conduct research forever. With all the benefits that come with this however, there is need for vigilance when sending children into the digital school yard. Telstra’s Cyber-Safety survey of Australian ... ... more
Posted on Thursday, 17 November, 2011
International Volunteer Day (IVD) was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1985. IVD is now celebrated worldwide with thousands of volunteers involved in a range of IVD initiatives including clean-up campaigns, conferences, exhibitions, morning teas and many other activities all aim... ... more
Posted on Thursday, 17 November, 2011
International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) is a United Nations sanctioned day that aims to promote an understanding of people with disability and encourage support for their dignity, rights and well-being. The day also seeks to increase awareness of the benefits of the integration of people... ... more
Posted on Thursday, 17 November, 2011
White Ribbon is an organisation that is working to prevent the most common and pervasive form of male violence – that towards women. All forms of violence are unacceptable. White Ribbon believes the prevention of violence against women will change society for the better.
As part of the largest glo... ... more
Posted on Thursday, 17 November, 2011
Assistance Dogs Australia Week is an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate all the hard work of those involved in producing those loveable helpers who provide valuable assistance to those with disabilities all across Australia. It is not a cheap or simple task to train a helper dog, but with the ... ... more
Posted on Thursday, 17 November, 2011
Created by Dr Jonathon Welch AM, Social Inclusion Week aims to help Australians feel valued and to give people the opportunity to participate fully in society. It’s about connecting local communities, workmates, family and friends to build relationships and networks, addressing isolation and exclusi... ... more
Posted on Tuesday, 1 November, 2011
November 1 marks the start of Lung Health Awareness month. Did you know that lung diseases kill more than 50 Australians each day? The Australian Lung Foundation have recently launched ‘Show Us Your Lungs!” which is a national campaign urging Australians to start taking their lung health seriously.&... ... more
Posted on Monday, 24 October, 2011
The 5th International Brain Tumour Awareness Week will be held between Sunday 30 October - Saturday 5 November, 2011 and people are encouraged to organise an activity which will contribute to increased awareness about brain tumours. It could be a walk, a picnic, an information seminar, a s... ... more