Publication:Sea Talk Winter 2006/Defence Families Australia
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Community house review
DFA would greatly value your feedback about community houses as the Defence Community Organisation (DCO) are currently conducting a review of the community houses to identify what works, what doesn't, what is the need for the centres vs. what is on offer in the general community and to see if there may be a model that can be used nationally to help committees out. DFA will be involved in this review as will all key stakeholders to ensure all views are heard and represented.
Some call them centres, others neighbourhood houses, but really, they should be called 'friendship places' because often, the community house is the first port of call for many posted families. You instantly know what's going on in your community once you have dropped into your local place. Community centres are a forum for many positive activities which provide respite and friendship, essential for many.
But maybe you don't feel this way? Please let us know what you think through www.dfa.org.au
Apply for ACT national delegate position
The National Delegate's position for the Australian Capital Territory / Southern New South Wales is now open for applications. This ND's role is unique as whoever takes over the position will also become the convener's deputy. During your time as the ACT/Sthn NSW ND you will have the opportunity to learn firsthand from the convener what's happening in the capital, and on the hill. For a job description email volunteers@dfa.org.au
A National Delegate is ministerially appointed, which is excellent for the resume, and brilliant for the brain cells. NDs perform a vital role of linking our organisation with the community and bringing back all ideas and issues. We also help individuals through concerns.
Research project for children of deployed members
DFA are proud to support a research project being undertaken by Felicity Shipley, who is a Defence spouse, as part of her psychology masters degree at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane. The research project is looking at the coping mechanisms that our children have when the member is away on deployment. To achieve this Felicity needs to hear from Defence families who are experiencing, or have experienced, deployment recently. For further information please visit our DFA website: www.dfa.org.au. We believe this is a great opportunity to identify strategies that may assist all of our children for the future.
RANCCF - our wonderful web sponsors
RANCCF are very keen to hear what facilities you would like to see made available at the resorts and holiday parks around the country. Would you like to see more for teenage kids perhaps? An opportunity for dinner without the kids maybe? Log onto www.dfa.org.au to feedback. For more information on the RANCCF services provided check out: www.ranccf.com/parks.php
Need help or advice for ADF families? Call 1800 100 509
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