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FIRST AID+CPR

Provide First Aid HLTAIDO11Ō^ and HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitationŌ^

1 x 9am-4pm workshop + pre-completed theory or 9am-12noon CPR Refresher

24 Jul or 14 Aug $0-$175Ō Kiama

Classes held monthly. See website for future dates.

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CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industryŌ^ 1 x 9am-5pm workshop

21 Aug or 18 Sep $0-$150Ō Kiama

Classes held monthly. See website for future dates.

CAREERS IN AGED CARE

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) CHC33021*^

Express your interest Fee Free* Kiama

BUSINESS & IT

Perfect for building confidence in your digital skills for work.

Digital Basics SkillsetŌ^

17 Aug 6 sessions 10am-1pm $0-350Ō Kiama & Online

Internet & Online CommunicationŌ^

19 Oct 6 sessions 10am-1pm $0-350Ō Kiama & Online

HAIR & BEAUTY SAVE THE DATE! OPEN WEEK 13-17 NOV

FULL QUALIFICATION

Certificate III in Beauty Services SHB30121*^

17 Jul 6 months 9.30am-4pm Fee Free* Shoal

SHORT COURSE

Ultimate Nails Workshop

24 Aug 2 months 9.30am-3.30pm $0-$1,250Ō Shoal

OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP

SAVE THE DATE! OPEN WEEK 13-17 NOV

Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership SIS30619*^

Express your interest for the next intake Fee Free*

Certificate IV in Outdoor Leadership SIS40621*^

Express your interest for the next intake Fee Free*

Lead Archery Sessions^

16 Oct 2 sessions 9am-3pm $420 Shoal

READING, WRITING & MATHS

Would you like help with with reading, writing or maths?

Our classes are small, friendly and safe. You can start anytime. Mondays 9.30am-12.30pm Fee Free* Kiama

Online Call us on 4232 1050 Fee Free* via Zoom

Rise Program

FUN EVENING CLASSES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY!

RISE cooking and art & craft classes are funded through participant’s NDIS plans and designed to support students living with disability to learn skills, have fun, socialise in a recreational setting and to participate in the local community. Call us on 4232 1050 for more information.

Free Computer Courses For Seniors

Educational, fun and FREE for people 60+! Gain confidence and stay connected in one of our Tech Savvy Seniors courses. Call us on 4232 1050 or visit our website for more information and future dates.

Introduction to Smartphone 31 Jul

Introduction to Video Calling 7 Aug

Introduction to Social Media Apps 4 Sep

Setting Up Social Media Accounts 11 Sep

Managing Photos on your Smartphone 18 Sep

Sharing Photos & Attachments Online & Phone 25 Sep

Staying Safe Online & On Your Phone 9 Oct

Advancing your Email Skills 16 Oct

Online Shopping Basics 23 Oct

Online Shopping & Banking Next Steps 30 Oct

*Funded through a partnership between the NSW Govt. and Telstra.

FREE DIGITAL HELP FOR SENIORS 50+

Do you need some one-on-one advice? Come along to one of our FREE Silver Fox weekly digital help sessions.

Mondays (excluding public holidays) 2-4pm Kiama & Shoal

Lifestyle Courses

PODCASTING $35*

*Kiama Community Radio tutors have generously gifted their time and expertise for this course so you pay only a small admin fee to attend.

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The pillars of local wisdom

At the end of this month, Kiama Council will host the Local Government Regional Government NAIDOC Awards for the Illawarra. The event moves each year between four Council areas – Kiama, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven and Wollongong.

Despite being considerably smaller than our neighbouring councils, we’re pulling together what will be a fantastic community event. This doesn’t surprise me, as we put on so many impressive local events here in Kiama –events which are much more about the people who participate and contribute than the institutions behind them.

I am a tragic for old movies and (despite my wife Wendy’s protests) I just love Lawrence of Arabia; a timeless classic. Following his war service in 1919, TE Lawrence, (Lawrence of

Arabia) took to writing ‘The Seven Pillars of Wisdom’, an autobiographical account of his time as a British advisor to Bedouin forces in forces in World War I. I am currently reading it. He states in this book that the Bedouins believe in ‘… persons, not institutions.’

I agree, and if I can relate that to our own situation, that’s why our events such as the NAIDOC Awards, and our community focused policies, programs and projects are so successful.

It’s also why we have a Community Strategic Plan (CSP). It comes from the people, not the institution. Our CSP contains five pillars, not the seven of Lawrence, but with the same idea…

Pillar 1: We belong and contribute

Pillar 2: We thrive in a sustainable environment

Pillar 3: We create a strong and diverse economy

Pillar 4: We are part of a connected and liveable community

Pillar 5: We expect accountable and transparent leadership; a Council that is financially sustainable.

The first pillar “We belong and contribute” is what I am focusing on this week. It promotes inclusivity, engagement, and active participation within the broader community.

Here’s what it means to me: inclusivity and diversity. Our aim should be to create an inclusive environment where all members of the community feel welcome, respected, and represented.

This involves efforts to embrace diversity, promote equity, and ensure that everyone has a voice in the decision-making processes. Council is doing its bit by developing and implementing policies and practices that explicitly support diversity, equity, and inclusion. For example, we’ve recently updated our policy on recruitment and hiring practices to ensure anti-discrimination measures, and the promotion of diverse perspectives.

I recognise the importance of actively involving community members in shaping policies, programs, and initiatives. We have sought members from the community to join two new committees . Engaging with