Heatwave Newsletter

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Casterton / Coleraine Bus Service

A trial of a new bus service is underway for residents of Wannon, Coleraine, Casterton & Strathdownie providing easier access to regional centres & shops, services & social opportunities. The bus service will operate on Wednesdays & Fridays.

To view the timetable, click here


Southern Grampians Drought Support Contacts 2009

The Southern Grampians Drought Committee have compiled a list of contacts in relation to drought support in the Southern Grampians..

To view the list, click here.


"Can't Stand the Heat" Community Information Day in Portland 25th March 2009

A Community Information Day on healthy aging and climate change titled "Can't Stand the Heat?" was held in Portland on Wednesday, 25th March. The day addressed health and wellbeing in our changing climate with participants being provided with positive tips and information in relation to climate change. Around 25 community members 60 years and over attended to hear a fantastic array of guest speakers including Rebecca Phyland from Thornbill Eco Education, Peter Reefman from the Portland Sustainability Group and representatives from Wannon Water, Centrelink and Brophy. With Mayor Geoff White opening the day and musical entertainment provided by Aquarelle Sostenuto along with numerous giveaways, participants enjoyed a day out with friends whilst increasing their knowledge on climate change, health and wellbeing.

Some of the information and presentations made on the day can be accessed by clicking below:

Rebecca Phlyand Presentation ~ Sustainable Gardening in a Drier Climate

How to Conserve Water 1

How to Conserve Water 2

Peter Reefman Presentation ~ Keeping Cool at Home


Launch of PCP Partnership Agreement

The new partnership agreement was launched in conjunction with celebrations of the festive season at the PCP office on Wedneday, 17th December. The new Agreement was developed with the aim of broadening the membership of the PCP to reflect the range of organisations that are working in partnership to address priority issues for community health & wellbeing.

To view the Partnership Agreement click here.

To view the speech from Chair Kevin O'Brien, click here.


ARTS

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Climate Change Framework

The Climate Change Adaption Framework, developed in response to a request from agencies to support local planning for climate change, was launched at the PCP Annual Meeting on the 17th September.

A hard copy of the framework is available from the PCP office or click here to view. An overview of the framework can also be viewed here


PCP Success in Victorian Public Healthcare Awards

SGG PCP is a silver award winner in the Strengthening the capacity of individuals, families and communities through effective prevention and health promotion category for the 2008 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards for our "Strike a Balance" project. It is the first time a PCP has been selected as a finalist and won a prestigious Victorian Public Healthcare Award.


PCP Annual Meeting

The PCP Annual Meeting, together with the launch of the Climate Change Framework and the new PCP logo was held on the 17th of September.

Copies of the Executive Report, Annual Meeting presentation (including Financial Report) and Minutes are available for viewing by clicking on the appropriate section.


SG & G Drug Action Plan

A workshop was held on 15 April to review the draft SG & G Drug Action Plan for 2008-2011. The workshop was expertly facilitated by Anita Thomas and was very well attended by a broad range of sectors.

The PCP will now develop up a draft structure and work with stakeholders to complete the Plan.


CHPIA report

A copy of the 2008 SGG PCP annual progress report ~ Community Health Plan Implementation Agreement is available to view. Click here

Professional Development for Community Practitioners

To be held in Portland on 3 & 4 August, this short course is for community & economic development practitiioners working in local government, community organisations, community centres. For further information, click here


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Primary Care Partnerships (PCP) were established to facilitate primary care agencies to work together to improve health outcomes for consumers.

Ultimately PCP’s work to reduce hospital admissions by:

Our Partners

The PCP works with health, local government, arts, sport, education, business, natural resource agencies and many others.

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PCP Strategic Plan 2006-09: Summary (PDF, 680kb)

PCP Strategic Plan 2006-09: Full Version (PDF, 412k)

PCP Intellectual Propery / Copyright Policy

This policy provides guidelines to staff and members regarding ownership of intellectual propery and copyright issues within the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Primary Care Partnership.

To view the policy, click here

Participant at the "Can't Stand the Heat" Community Information Day in Portland in March 2009

Rebeccan Phyland from Thornbill Eco-education and participant learning how to construct a "no dig" garden at the "Can't Stand the Heat" Community Information Day

Acting EO Rowena Wylie and Chair Kevin O'Brien at the launch of the PCP Partnership Agreement

Anita Thomas and Rosie Rowe, co-authors of the Climate Change Framework

Bruce du Vergier, Rosie Rowe & guest Richard Weatherly at the launch of the Climate Change Framework and the PCP's Annual Meeting

Rosie Rowe, Fiona Heenan and Bruce du Vergier with the silver 2008 Victorian Public Healthcare Award

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