Champions of Morwell

http://morwellnh.org.au/champions-of-morwell/

Morwell Neighbourhood House is focusing on the unsung heroes of our community.  We have a launched a ‘Champions of Morwell’ Campaign. 

We are asking the community to help us identify the true heroes of Morwell.  The anonymous people who are making a difference on a local level.  The person, people and groups who are making a significant but unrecognised contribution to our community.  The volunteer, the worker, your friends, and your family, we all know someone who goes above and beyond for their community.  We want to let them know that it all makes a difference.

Morwell Neighbourhood House will be sending THANK YOU cards to those who the community identifies to us.  So far we have sent out 35 cards.  We know there are far more unsung heroes in Morwell then that and we need your help to identify them all.  You can call us on 51345488 or email us.  We only need a name and postal address.  Thank-you.

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Jackos send off RIP

http://morwellnh.org.au/jackos-send-off-rip/

Jackos send off RIP

On Friday the 20th of June 2014 Jack Brian Nankervis was tragically murdered..  Jack was a loving caring man. A son, a brothers, a father and a friend. In his 23 years of life Jack touched many many people’s life.  Jacks funeral was quoted at $10,000 for a basic service.  The $5000 is needed as a deposit.  We would never ask for handouts, but this was our last resort.  Thank you advance for your kindness and generosity.

The Nankervis family needs support. You can support by contributing to the funeral costs. Click image to provide support.

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Your Journey Through the Smoke

http://morwellnh.org.au/your-journey-through-the-smoke/

Your Journey Through the Smoke Workshop

Morwell’s Mine Fire experience was an event shared throughout the community.  It was also a significant event individually, for everyone involved, with each person’s account a worthy story in its own right.  The challenges of the fire and smoke produced a range of emotions, questions and unforgettable experiences.  We are holding a series of facilitated workshops to allow community residents in Morwell & surrounds to tell the story of their personal journey through the mine fire.

These workshop will assists the community to reflect on their experience and to be more aware of the feelings they have about the emergency.  This is an important opportunity the community needs as it faces the path to recovery.  The workshops will be opt in and out as you like.  We will offer a variety of means for participants to express themselves and tell their personal stories of their journey through the mine fire.  Ideas include photo collage of pics taken before/ during / after.  Poetry writing, story writing, power point, interviewing, verbal presentation & even recording.  Come along and share your story. Bring a friend. Mon 14/7 –15/8 12pm – 3pm

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Upcoming Paper Lantern Workshops in Latrobe Valley

http://morwellnh.org.au/upcoming-paper-lantern-workshops-latrobe-valley/

There are several upcoming paper lantern workshops in Latrobe Valley starting this August.  The workshops are for people and groups wanting to participate in October’s Shining the Light – Paper Lantern Parade.  A community recovering together.  Contact Samantha Brick by phone on 0427-824-722 for further information.

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Latrobe Valley Free Store

http://morwellnh.org.au/latrobe-valley-free-store/

There is an upcoming event taking place here at Morwell Neighbourhood House next month called the Latrobe Valley Free Store.  Save the date and come on down to see us on Sunday July 6th 2014 at 12pm.  We want to see you here.  If you have any further questions about this event, please call us on 5134-5488.  Thank-you.

The official flyer for the Latrobe Valley Free Store.

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MorwellNH Term 3 2014 Program available online

http://morwellnh.org.au/morwellnh-term-3-2014-program-available-online/

The official MorwellNH Term 3 2014 Program available online for downloading.  If you have any questions about the program or about Morwell Neighbourhood House, please contact us by phone on 5134-5488 or e-mail us.  Thank-you.

Click on the image to view the Morwell Neighbourhood House Term 3 2014 Program.

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Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry concluded today

http://morwellnh.org.au/hazelwood-mine-fire-inquiry-concluded-today/

The Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry concluded today.  The public hearings and summaries have ended, but we will be waiting for the release of the final official report.

From now on, it is up to the board to focus on the report.  Once the final report is completed by the board, it will be presented to the Victorian Government at end of August 2014.   The Victorian Government will then present the report to the Victorian Premier.  The Victorian Premier will determine the timing of the report release by table-ling the report in the Victorian Parliament.  Copies will be available through the Victorian Government and through the Hazelwood Mine Fire Inquiry website.

The board will not make any comments about the likely conclusions or recommendations prior to the final reports delivery.

If you want to listen to any of the public hearings (except Day 2), simply click on this link.

Morwell Neighbourhood House will be keeping an eye out for the official Hazelwood Mine Fire final report and we will let you know as soon as the report is available.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Morwell Neighbourhood House on 5134-5488 or send us an e-mail.  Thank-you.

Press play below to hear the audio recording of Justice Bernard Teague’s closing remarks.

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The Smith Family are looking for Learning Club Volunteers

http://morwellnh.org.au/the-smith-family-are-looking-for-learning-club-volunteers/

The Smith Family are looking for Learning Club Volunteers.  Please see the flyer below for further details.

The Official Smith Family flyer looking for Learning Club volunteers. Click on flyer to enlarge.

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After the fire

http://morwellnh.org.au/after-the-fire/

The ABC stopped by Morwell Neighbourhood House a few days ago to show what has happened in Morwell After the fire.  It is an 8 minute video worth watching.  Click on the image below to watch the video on the ABC website.

Click on the image to watch After the Fire by the ABC on the 7:30 Report.

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Hazelwood mine fire inquiry hearings draw to a close

http://morwellnh.org.au/hazelwood-mine-fire-inquiry-hearings-draw-close/

Today the Board of Inquiry completes its rigorous examination into the events and circumstances of the Hazelwood mine fire that resulted in so much community confusion and concern.


Public hearings were held over 14 days and attended by more than 700 community members and representatives from various organisations and government departments.


‘We are delighted to have heard from so many different people with varying backgrounds and experiences including firefighters, mine workers, expert witnesses and community members’ said the chair of the Board of Inquiry, Justice Bernard Teague.


‘We have placed great emphasis on openness during the hearings process and now it is time to turn our minds to our report and recommendations for change’.


Board members Ms Sonia Petering and Prof. John Catford joined Justice Teague in thanking many individuals and organisations for their contributions.


‘First we would like to thank the Morwell and Latrobe Valley community for welcoming us with open arms and for sharing their stories and local knowledge through hearings, community consultations and written submissions’, they said.


‘Our thanks also to those who helped set up our office and hearings room in Morwell — we hope it has been a rewarding experience for everyone involved and we are extremely grateful for everyone’s assistance’.

The Board of Inquiry will  hear final submissions from parties granted leave to appear on Tuesday and Wednesday of next week. Presentations will begin at 10.00 am in the Auditorium at 20 Hazelwood Road in Morwell. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

The Board is due to submit its report and recommendations to the Victorian Government by the end of August 2014.

For more information including hearings documentation visit www.hazelwoodinquiry.vic.gov.au.

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Retail therapy in Morwell

http://morwellnh.org.au/retail-therapy-morwell/

Recently you may have read about business owners from Meeniyan making a day trip to Morwell for a shopping spree?  In this months issue of The Gippslander, you can read about Meeniyan business owners Retail therapy in Morwell.

Morwell Neighbourhood House would like to thank Marty Thomas of Moo’s at Meeniyan for coordinating the visit with us.

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Volunteers needed for Latrobe infant health study

http://morwellnh.org.au/volunteers-needed-latrobe-infant-health-study/

Morwell Neighbourhood House wants to let you know about Volunteers needed for Latrobe infant health study to be carried out by the Menzies Research Institute of Tasmania.  Please see the flyer below for further information.  If you have any questions about volunteering, please call 1-800-899-829.  Thank-you.

Official flyer from the Menzies Research Institute of Tasmania looking for volunteers. Click to enlarge flyer.

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Community stalwart honoured

http://morwellnh.org.au/community-stalwart-honoured/

Morwell Neighbourhood House’s own Frank Wilkinson, the community stalwart honoured with the “Good Neighbour Award” by the Victorian Public Tenants Association (VPTA).  The award was given in recognition of Franks efforts in and around Morwell before, during and after the Hazelwood coal mine fire.  The town of Morwell is still suffering repercussions as a result of the recent coal mine fire.  Frank was one of many positive stories to come out of Morwell.

If you have any questions about Morwell Neighbourhood House, please feel free to contact us by e-mail or call us on 5134-5488.  Thank-you.

Frank Wilkinson received the “Good Neighbour Award” from the VPTA. Published in the Morwell & Churchill section of the Latrobe Valley Express – June 9th 2014. Click the article to enlarge.

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Neighbourhood Houses assisting in emergency situations

http://morwellnh.org.au/neighbourhood-houses-assisting-emergency-situations/

Neighbourhood Houses assisting in emergency situations by Morwell Neighbourhood House, is an example of how Neighbourhood Houses can assist their local community.  If you have any questions about how Morwell Neighbourhood House worked with the community during the Hazelwood Mine Fire, please e-mail us or call us on 5134-5488.  Thank-you.

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http://morwellnh.org.au/neighbourhood-houses-assisting-emergency-situations/

GippsFM Radio interview with Frank Wilkinson and Tracie Lund

http://morwellnh.org.au/gippsfm-radio-interview-frank-wilkinson-tracie-lund/

For those who are not familiar with the Victorian Public Tenants Association (VPTA), they hand out the Good Neighbour Award each year.  The winner of the very first VPTA Good Neighbour Award goes to our very own Frank Wilkinson AKA Super frank.

Morwell Neighbourhood House would like to thank the VPTA for recognising Franks efforts in and around Morwell.  Thank-you to Les Hunt with GippsFM for having both Frank and Tracie on Our World This Week.

Press play below to listen to the GippsFM Radio interview with Frank Wilkinson and Morwell Neighbourhood House Coordinator Tracie Lund.

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We are hiring a Part Time Finance Officer

http://morwellnh.org.au/hiring-part-time-finance-officer/

We are hiring a Part Time Finance Officer

The Finance Officer position is a Part-Time position, averaging 3hrs per week here at Morwell Neighbourhood House & Learning Centre Inc.

We are seeking a Finance worker to coordinate the effective management of the day to day financial requirements of the Morwell Neighbourhood House and Learning Centre.

Start date negotiable.  A police and background check is a required.  Contact Tracie for further details & Position Description Phone: 5134 5488.

Email application to coordinator (at) morwellnh.org.au or click here to contact Tracie.

Applications close 4pm, Friday 6th June 2014

Thank-you.

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New Youtube Ad for Morwell Neighbourhood House

http://morwellnh.org.au/new-youtube-ad-morwell-neighbourhood-house/

It is now completed, the new youtube Ad for Morwell Neighbourhood House.  Currently we are heavily focused on the Hazelwood coal mine fire inquiry.  However we found the time to piece together a 30 second ad to advertise on youtube.  Morwell Neighbourhood House will continue to bring further Hazelwood coal mine fire inquiry public hearings as they progress.

The 30 second ad was directed and edited by Ashley with Teddy Mafia.  If you are interested in having your own local Ad created for your small business, contact Ashley with Teddy Mafia.  Please let us know what you think of the ad.

If you have any questions about Morwell Neighbourhood House, please call us on 5134-5488 or send us an e-mail.  Thank-you.

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