Agenda of Community Services Committee

Community Services Committee 8 March 2011

Community Services Report No. C2/11

Subject: Youth Week 2011

Folder No: F2004/07708

Author: Avril Jeans, Project Officer

Introduction

National Youth Week (NYW) is the largest celebration of young people in Australia with thousands of young people aged 12-25 getting involved. Randwick City Council has planned a range of events and activities in partnership with City of Botany Bay Council, the Shack Youth Services and Randwick TAFE. NYW 2011 will take place from 1 to 10 April 2011.

NYW aims to encourage young people to:

· share ideas

· attend live events

· have their voices heard on issues of concern to them

· showcase their talents

· celebrate their contribution to the community

· take part in competitions, and

· have fun!

NYW is implemented jointly by Australian, State and Local Governments and coordinated by the Australian Government Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations, in collaboration with the departments responsible for youth affairs in each state and territory. The slogan for 2011 is: Own it!

Events and activities organised by Randwick City Council for this year are commensurate with the aims of National Youth Week and will encourage young people to achieve NYW goals. The following activities are proposed for Youth Week 2011 and will be facilitated by Randwick City Council in collaboration with City of Botany Bay Council, the Shack Youth Services and SESIAHS Youth Links program:

· Urban Shorts 2011 Randwick Youth Film Festival is a short film competition culminating in a presentation night and screening

· Hectic Youth Health Forum in partnership with City of Botany Bay Council and the Shack Youth Services and including students from Randwick and Botany high schools.

· Stopmotion Workshop in partnership with Bowen Library, the Shack Youth Services.

· Filthy Youth Art Festival incorporating pavement art, a skate clinic and skateboard art competition.

· Skateboard art workshop in partnership with Reverse Garbage, Bowen Library and Randwick Girls High School.

Issues

The following is a summary of the proposed activities planned for Youth Week 2011.

Urban Shorts 2011 Randwick Youth Film Festival

Urban Shorts provides an opportunity for young people to showcase their talents, develop skills, contribute to the community and be heard on issues that concern them. It is open to all young people aged 12-25 years who live, work, study or attend recreational activities in Randwick city. Urban Shorts will culminate in an awards night and screening kindly sponsored by the Ritz Cinema Randwick. Film making workshops have been a feature of Urban Shorts for the last 5 years and 2011 will again include a stopmotion workshop in partnership with Bowen Library.

Stop-motion film workshop

A Stop-motion film maker will conduct a free public workshop at the Bowen Library to introduce local young people to the intricacies of film making using stop frame photography of animated 3D figures. This workshop will relate directly to Urban Shorts and may eventually form another entry category for the festival. Local youth centres will be encouraged to bring young people from their centres and to follow up with their own activities at a later date.

Hectic Youth Health Forum

The Forum will explore an issue which is identified by local young people as important to them. Schools from Randwick and Botany will be invited to send up to 8 students to the forum. In 2009 100 young people attended and participated in workshops including Rap music, drama and art, listened to health experts and enjoyed the activities and information stalls provided in ‘side-show alley’. A documentary was made by TAFE students which was distributed to all local high schools. TAFE will again be invited to participate as well as area health, the Shack Youth Services, Pointzero and other organisations.

Filthy Youth Art Festival

Following the success of Chalk the Pavement in 2010, the Filthy Youth Art Festival will again feature a chalk art activity on the pavements of Maroubra promenade. In addition, Council will host a skate clinic and demonstration and will launch a recycled youth art prize in partnership with Reverse Garbage and Council’s Sustaining Our Cities program. The art will be painted on skateboards and will be judged and awarded at the festival. This festival will be run in partnership with Randwick’s Sustaining Our Cities (SOC) program and will form part of the autumn activities at Maroubra Beach.

Skateboard art workshop

Reverse garbage will conduct two free public skateboard art workshops at the Bowen Library and Randwick Girls High School. The workshops will relate directly to Filthy Youth Art Festival and will generate entries into the skateboard art competition. Local youth centres will be encouraged to bring young people from their centres and to follow up with their own activities at a later date.

Relationship to City Plan

The relationship to the city plan is as follows:

Outcome 2: A vibrant and diverse community.

Direction 2b: Enrich our range of community services that meet our community’s needs.

Key action: Celebrate the range of cultures and people within Randwick City.

Outcome 5: Excellence in recreation and lifestyle opportunities.

Direction 5b: A range of cultural, sporting and leisure activities.

Key action: Increase public art, performance spaces and opportunities for creative expression across our City.

Outcome 3: An informed and engaged community.

Direction 3b: Council actively promotes the community services offered by other agencies.

Key action: Create information hubs at our libraries and throughout our City which enrich the exchange and inter flow of information.

Financial impact statement

National Youth Week 2011 activities will cost $10,780. The financial impact to Council is $8,320 to be funded from the current year’s budget allocations. In addition the NSW Government will provide $2460.00 in grants towards these activities.

Youth budget $4,920.00

Sustaining Our Cities program $3,400.00

The NSW DoCs contribution towards NYW 2011 $2,460.00

Total $10,780.00

Conclusion

National Youth Week 2011 will provide a great opportunity to recognise and celebrate the contribution and talents of young people living in Randwick City.

The proposed activities will provide continued visibility of Council’s commitment to engaging with young people in the community.

Recommendation

That Council note and endorse the proposed activities planned for National Youth Week 2011 in Randwick City.

Attachment/s:

Nil

Community Services Committee 8 March 2011

Community Services Report No. C3/11

Subject: Council's Advisory Committee Minutes.

Folder No: F2006/00216

Author: Katie Griffith, Events Officer

Introduction

At the 10 March 2009 Community Services Committee it was resolved that the minutes of the Advisory Committees be presented to the Community Services Committee.

Issues

As scheduled, the Advisory Committees (listed below) have met and the minutes of the meeting, which reflect discussions and outcomes, are attached.

The minutes will also be available on Council’s website after each meeting.

This report includes minutes from:

· Aboriginal Advisory Committee – November 2010 (endorsed February 2011)

· Access Advisory Committee – November 2010 (endorsed February 2011)

· Multicultural Advisory Committee – November 2010 (endorsed February 2011)

· Older Persons Advisory Committee – November 2010 (endorsed February 2011)

Relationship to City Plan

The relationship with the City Plan is as follows:

Outcome: An Informed and Engaged Community.

Direction: Effective communication methods and technology are used to share information and provide services.

Financial impact statement

There is no direct financial impact for this matter.

Conclusion

It is recommended that Council acknowledges and accepts the minutes of the attached Advisory Committees.

Recommendation

That Council acknowledges and accepts the minutes of the following Advisory Committee meetings:

· Aboriginal Advisory Committee – November 2010

· Access Advisory Committee – November 2010

· Multicultural Advisory Committee – November 2010

· Older Persons Advisory Committee – November 2010

Attachment/s:

1.View	Aboriginal Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010
2.View	Access Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010
3.View	Multicultural Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010
4.View	Older Persons Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010

Aboriginal Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010

Attachment 1

MINUTES

Randwick City Council Aboriginal Advisory Committee Meeting

Meeting held 10.00am 19 November 2010

Yarra Bay House, La Perouse

Present:

Cr Margaret Woodsmith – Chairperson, Randwick City Council

Cr Paul Tracey – Randwick City Council

Barbara Keeley - Guriwal Respite & Transport

Michael Ingrey – Lapa Youth Haven

Yvonne Simms – La Perouse / Botany Bay Aboriginal Corporation

Gail Cooke – Secretary, Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation

Gary Ella – Randwick City Council (minutes)

Karen Cooley – Manager, Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation (11.00am)

Apologies: Liz Sinnott – Principal, La Perouse Public School

Carrine Liddell – Lapa Youth Haven

Roslyn Field – La Perouse Local Aboriginal Land Council

Tracey Cooley – Break Through

Acknowledgement of Country: Conducted by Barbara Keeley including a

welcome to Cr Paul Tracey.

1. Confirmation of Minutes

The minutes of the meeting held on 24 September 2010 were confirmed.

Proposed: Barbara Keeley Seconded: Yvonne Simms

Minutes accepted from meeting 24 September with a correction on Page 1. ‘Yvonne Sims’ should read ‘Yvonne Simms’.

2. Business arising from previous minutes 24 September 2010

2.1 Queen Emma’s grave marking:

Cr Woodsmith advised that Council would assist with this project once the Simms / Timbery families had decided on how they wanted to create a memorial for Queen Emma.

Yvonne Simms had placed an Expression of Interest advertisement in the Southern Courier and spoken with Pauline Bellear who claims to hold the Deeds to Queen Emma’s plot at Botany Cemetery.

Members agreed that it was important to the La Perouse community that Queen Emma was recognised for her achievements and matriarchal leadership of the community.

Yvonne Simms will meet with the Botany Cemetery Trust to discuss this project and will report back to Council after speaking further with family members.

Action: Yvonne Simms to meet with the Botany Cemetery Trust, discuss the outcomes of this meeting with family members and write to Council with suggestions of appropriate action.

2.2 Queen Emma Timbery Public Art Proposal:

Council staff met with Laddie Timbery and Bernie Ryan to discussed progress of this project. Council funding is available for a scaled down version of this project and letters will be sent giving the ‘go ahead’ for this project. One of the advantages of the scaled downed project will be that the finished works will be will be portable.

Action: Gary Ella to keep the Committee up to date with the progress of this project.

2.3 Dog Litter Bins along Frenchmans Bay Reserve Walk:

Members recommended that Dog Litter Bins be placed along the Frenchmans Bay Reserve Walk and would like to see more Council Ranger patrols to deal with the increasing number unleased dogs at the La Perouse. Yvonne Simms mentioned that they were not only a health problem but also dangerous to both locals and visitors. She suggested that Council Rangers should charge and fine owners unleashed dogs in the area (local residents and visitors). Horses were also mentioned as a problem.

Action: Gary Ella to check with City Services on whether Dog Litter bag dispensers could be installed along Frenchmans Bay Reserve Walk and at Yarra Recreational Reserve, and advise Council Rangers that La Perouse residents were concerned about the number of unleased dogs.

2.4 Naming of Points / Reserves and La Perouse Suburb Sign:

These issues are with the La Perouse LALC’s cultural heritage sub-committee who are expected to meet soon. Recommendations from the sub-committee will be presented to LALC membership for endorsement. The sub-committee would also discuss the progress of the LALC’s oral history for La Perouse project.

Action: La Perouse LALC to advise Council on agreed names and design / wordage of the suburb sign.

2.5

Installation of Flag Poles at Yarra Recreational Reserve and the Prince Henry Centre:

This issue was to be raised at the Yarra Recreational Reserve Management Committee’s September meeting. Unfortunately the meeting was postponed due to the lack of community representatives available for the meeting. Members requested Council consider installing Flag poles, extending the shaded area over the canteen, and repairing the fence recently damages by Council maintenance trucks.

Barbara Keeley suggested that the Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander flags be flown on poles situated in the French monument area in La Perouse. The flags could be flown all year round except during Bastille Day celebrations. National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Trustees of the property would need to agree with this proposal.

Barbara also suggested that historical photographs stored that the La Perouse museum and on display at La Perouse Public School be given / returned to the La Perouse LALC for display at Yarra Bay House. Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation would organise a meeting with the Trustees of the Cable House and La Perouse Museum.

Action: Gary Ella will continue to investigate possibility of installing flag poles at Prince Henry Community Centre and Yarra Recreational Reserve, and pursue other issues in regards to Yarra Recreational Reserve.

Action: Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation would organise a meeting with appropriate bodies in relationship to flag poles at the French monument and photographs stored at the La Perouse Museum.

2.6 Cultural Awareness Training:

Council has commenced preliminary work on the possibility of a Randwick City Council Reconciliation Action Plan, including Aboriginal cultural awareness training for all staff and Councillors. Members asked to be kept informed and given more specific information on local content and presenters before the training is finalised.

Action: Gary Ella to investigate and include cultural awareness training in future planning.

2.7 Mural on Belmore Road:

Cr Woodsmith advised that she would raise this project at a planning workshop for Councillors over the following weekend. As mentioned at the Committee’s previous meeting Council’s Senior Environmental Planning Officer – Heritage had previously investigated the possibility of refreshing the Mural but funding was not readily available. Members strongly expressed their desire to see this project proceed as it featured an Aboriginal elder who has made considerable contributions to the community.

Action: Gary Ella will keep Members informed with progress on this project.

2.8 Memorial to Stolen Generations from La Perouse:

Members strongly support the idea of a plaque or monument erected to acknowledge the Stolen Generations from the La Perouse area. They acknowledged and supported Waverley Municipal Council in its plan to erect a monument acknowledging the Stolen Generations but felt something more local needed to be erected.

Barbara Keeley and Yvonne Simms both had definite ideas on a proposal for the area, either at Yarra Bay House or the ‘Mission’. Barbara has a history of the families affected but felt that more information could be found through Aboriginal Affairs NSW and Community Services NSW records.

This project should be a partnership between State and Local Government, La Perouse LALC, Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation, and the Towra Team (organisation reconnecting Aboriginal communities with their cultural heritage). The project should be launched in conjunction with an annual Dinner for Elders and affected families from La Perouse.

Action: Sub-committee including Yvonne Simms, Barbara Keeley and Gary Ella to be set up to investigate funding sources and support for the project.

2.9 Nude Bathing on Frenchmans Bay Beach:

It was agreed that nude bathing on Frenchmans Bay Beach was a police issue but the biggest concerns for Committee members was the anti-social behaviour taking place in the fenced off re-generation areas of the beach. Committee members stated that since the area had become a bush area there was plenty of cover for anti-social behaviour and were concerned that children from the ‘Mission’ would either be exposed as witnesses or become victims of such behaviour. Members re-iterated the need for low shrubs to be cleared from the area and the fences mended to discourage this type of behaviour.

Action: Several suggestions were made to make this area safer including: thinning out of undergrowth of the dune restoration area; beaches at La Perouse patrolled by police on a more regular basis; and signs erected saying ‘This Area is Patrolled and Monitor by NSW Police’

3. New Business

3.1 Frenchmans Bay Reserve:

Residents on the ‘Mission’ have noticed during recent heavy rain that the remediated area at Frenchmans Bay Reserve has been severely eroded, particularly down at beach level. They are concerned that further heavy rain could further erode the slope to a situation where the hill collapses.

Action: Council’s Planning and Engineering sections to be notified of the perceived problems for remedial action if necessary.

3.2 Upgrade of Guriwal Bush Tucker Track:

Staff members from Guriwal Aboriginal Corporation were still working with John Morse on the Business Plan for the Guriwal Bush Tucker Track. Karen Cooley tabled photos of a similar project at Bass Point in the Illawarra Region of NSW. The photos showed sheltered picnic tables and chairs, poles and signs along a similar bush tucker track.

Karen Cooley and Barbara Keeley requested that Council consider erecting similar structures along the Guriwal Bush Tucker Track to assist with talks from Guriwal guides. A further recommendation for a tap and bubbler was also made.

Action: Guriwal to complete the Bush Tucker Track business plan and discuss structure options when negotiating MOU with Council.

3.3 Community Events:

· Barbara Keeley thanked Council for its support and attendance at the Breast Cancer Awareness Day. 135 women and 10 men attended from La Perouse, Illawarra and Nowra districts. The Breast Cancer Screening Van will come to La Perouse in 2011.

· The community would like to hold similar days to the Breast Cancer Awareness Day morning tea for Men’s health issues.

· Red Cross Veterinarian Volunteers have been doing great work with the Mission dogs and cases of Skin diseases.

· The Committee was very supportive of an Aboriginal cultural event at the Prince Henry Centre in 2011 but suggested that it should be referred to as a Diversity event.

· There was also support for Market Day to be held at Yarra Bay House.

· It was suggested that Council consider inviting the Aboriginal community to participate at one of Council’s meetings. This event did not necessarily need to be conjunction with Reconciliation or NAIDOC Weeks.

In closing the last meeting for 2010 of the Randwick City Council Aboriginal Advisory Committee, members thanked the Council for its ongoing support through 2010 and look forward to continuing working together in 2011.

Special thanks were conveyed to Cr Woodsmith and Gary Ella for their continuing support to the La Perouse Aboriginal community.

Close Meeting: 11.45am

Next Meeting: 4 February 2010

Access Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010

Attachment 2

MINUTES

Randwick City Council Access Advisory Committee

Meeting held on Thursday 11 November, 11am at the

Randwick Room.

Present

Frida Kitas Randwick City Council

Vince Bates Headeast

Jessica Blair Community Representative

Andrew Blair Community Representative

Phillip Sundstrom Community Representative

Apologies

Cr. Margaret Woodsmith Randwick City Council

Melinda Ross Sunnyfield

Dianne Thian Community Representative

Terry Fletcher Community Representative

Chris Donnellan Community Representative

Anne Patterson Community Representative

1. Minutes

The Minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 14 October were confirmed.

2. Business Arising from Previous Minutes

2.1 An Enchanted Evening Ball

To celebrate International Day of People with a Disability, a formal ball will be held for people with a disability, their carers and friends on Saturday 20 November from 6pm to 10pm at the Prince Henry Centre, Little Bay. Tickets are limited and cost $10 per person, inclusive of refreshments. The Ball has been organised by Junction House, Holdsworth Community Centre and Services and is supported by Randwick City Council. Carers and support workers will also be able to access a range of information on available services and support at the event. Contact Tess Protey for tickets and transport on 9389 2689.

Action: For noting.

2.2 World AIDS Day Events

To celebrate World AIDS Day Council will be holding a talk with a guest speaker from Positive Life NSW on Monday 22 October from 12pm to 2.30pm at Randwick Branch Library. This will be followed by the screening of the Great Granny Revolution, a documentary of unique relationships that offers hope to children with AIDS in South Africa. This community event is free but bookings are required for catering purposes on 9399 0972. This local community event will be supported by SESIAHS HARP Unit – HIV AIDS Related Program Unit. Flyers were tabled at the meeting.

The Committee was also advised that Council will also be supporting SESIAHS to raise funds and awareness during World AIDS Day at Council’s administration building and libraries. The Commonwealth and NSW Campaigns for 2010 will focus on Stigma and Discrimination and the main population target will be the workforce. Fundraising proceeds will be shared between Bobby Goldsmith Foundation (local recipient) and the Save the Children Program in Papua New Guinea (International Recipient).

Action: For noting.

2.3 Kensington Oval

Frida reported at the meeting that Council’s rangers patrolled Kensington Oval from 4.40pm to 5.30pm and issued six warning to owners exercising their dogs off the leash. The rangers have also increased patrols at the Oval.

Action: For noting.

2.4 Access Issus from previous meetings

Jessica reported that the pedestrian crossing has been installed at Malabar Road, opposite Tyrwhitt Street, near Russell Crescent as previously requested. However the section of the footpath between the two crossings is only 80cm wide with soft sand on one side and a 7cm – 9cm drop on the other, making it hazardous for wheelchair users and mothers with prams. Jessica requested that the section of the footpath at this site be upgraded to improve access for all members of the community.

Action: Frida to forward request on the behalf of the Access Committee to City Services.

3. New Business

3.1 Seniors Christmas Concerts

The Committee was informed that Council will be hosting their annual Seniors Christmas extravaganza concert on Wednesday 10 December at Randwick Racecourse. There will be two concerts held on the day – the morning commencing from 9am and the afternoon from 3pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Numbers for both concerts are limited and allocated on a “first basis.” Bookings close Friday 19 November 2010. For bookings please phone 1300 722 542. Frida tabled flyers at the meeting.

Action: For noting.

3.2 Information Day for Chinese Speakers

The Committee was informed that an Information Day has been organised for Chinese speakers on Wednesday 24 November from 4.00 – 7.00pm at Bowen Library, Maroubra.

A wide range of information for Chinese speakers will be provided by major government and community service organisations including The Department of Education and Training, The Department of Fair Trading and The Australian Chinese Community Association. Light refreshments provided – no bookings required. For further information contact Colin on 9399 0678. Flyers were tabled at meeting.

Action: For noting.

3.3 Shafana & Aunt Sarrinah playreading

The Committee was informed that Council in conjunction with The Actors Forum will be presenting a free professionally moved play reading of Shafana & Aunt Sarrinah by award winning playwright Alana Valentine. The play reading will be held on Saturday 13 November from 1pm at Bowen Library Theatrette, Level 3, Bowen Library and Community Centre. Attendees will be able to meet Alana Valentine at the event and celebrate the Currency Press launch of her play. Afternoon tea will be provided. No bookings are required. For all enquiries contact Frida Kitas on 9399 0972 or email frida.kitas@randwick.nsw.gov.au. Flyers were tabled at the meeting.

Action: For noting.

3.4 National Carers Strategy/Consultation

The Committee were advised that Carers Australia will be consulting with carers around Australia to gain their thoughts on the National Carer Strategy. Carers Australia will be working with Carers NSW to invite carers to attend a consultation to be held in Sydney on Wednesday 24 November. The consultations will be considering a document that gives a broad outline of the proposed National Strategy. Registrations are essential – contact Alison Parkinson at Carers NSW on 9280 4744 or email alisonp@carersnsw.asn.au. It is also possible to put forward you views by making a written or online submission. Handouts were table at the meeting.

Action: For noting.

3.5 December meeting

Committee members agreed to cancel the Access Advisory Committee meeting for December. Frida thanked everyone for their participation and contribution to the Advisory Committee throughout 2010.

Action: Frida to notify members of cancellation of December meeting.

3.6 White Ribbon Day

The Committee was informed that the Eastern Suburbs Domestic Violence Network will be running an evening of community awareness raising, learning and networking to mark White Ribbon Day and the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism to Stop Violence Against Women Campaign.

The event is supported by Randwick Council and will be held on Thursday 25 November from 6pm -7.30pm, Prince Henry Centre, 2 Coast Hospital Road, Little Bay. RSVP: admin@thedeli.org.au. Flyers tabled at meeting.

Action: For noting.

5. Information Share

 Frida reported that Miroma will be holding their Community Fair on Saturday 27^th November from 10am – 3pm at 8 Village High Road, Vaucluse. Enquiries 9337 5167 or enquiries@miroma.org.

 Vince reported that Headeast are conducting Road Safety awareness session to Seniors students at Randwick High School and in conjunction with other high schools. They are also running an indigenous program with Redfern Police Station.

 Frida also reported that she attended the Sunnyfield Carer Workshops as a guest speaker on Wednesday 3 November.

6 Correspondence

 IDEAS E-News, Issue 10, 2010

 PWD E-Bulletin Issue 65, October 2010

 Newsletter of IDEAS November/December 2010

7 Date of Next Meeting:

To be confirmed.

Multicultural Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010

Attachment 3

Minutes of Meeting

Randwick City Council Multicultural Advisory Committee

Meeting held on 17 November 2010 at 5.15pm

Present

Cr Bradley Hughes (Chair) Randwick City Council

Colin Rosenfeld Randwick City Council

Peter Schick Community Representative

Vicki Boiles Community Representative

Hendra Mulyanto Community Representative

Hiroko Nakao Community Representative

George Varughese Community Representative

Rosa Loria Community Representative

Janet Timberg Community Representative

Ellen Gore Community Representative

Apologies

Cr Paul Tracey Randwick City Council

Patricia South Community Representative

Katherine Zhu Randwick City Council

1. Minutes

The Minutes of the meeting held on 8 September were confirmed. Moved Peter Schick and seconded by Hendra Mulyanto. It was also noted that Cr Paul Tracey is the new Councillor representative on the committee.

2. Business Arising from Previous Minutes

2.1 Citizenship ceremony

The next Citizenship Ceremonies will be held on 18/11/2010 and 2/12/2010. Committee members interested in attending the ceremony should contact Colin Rosenfeld who will organise an official invitation.

Action: For noting.

2.2 Overseas Sister Cities

The Council received a reply from Castellorizo, Greece indicating their interest in a cultural exchange program with local schools. Letters of invitation were sent to the five local schools in Randwick with contact information to enable the program to commence. No response yet from Albi in France and Hangzhou in China. Colin Rosenfeld to send follow up correspondence to Hangzhou and Albi on Council’s behalf.

The Committee felt that the Overseas Sister Cities Schools’ Cultural Exchange program could include schools beyond our Sister Cities Program. Hiroko has a contact for a school in Japan and Hendra has a contact for a school in Indonesia. The Committee suggested that in order to facilitate possible expansion of the program, Council should consider re-establishing the Overseas Sister Cities Committee with links to the Multicultural Advisory Committee. Additional resources would need to be allocated to resource this project and engage a project officer. Cr Hughes offered to email the 5 schools in the existing program to ascertain their interest and ideas and use of electronic media. It was noted that some schools already have existing programs with overseas schools and we should avoid duplication.

Rosa Loria expressed concern at this initiative and suggested that more focus and priority be given to local issues and needs. It was also noted that Council is establishing the Randwick Youth Council and this group may have an interest in this project.

Action:

1. Council to be requested to consider expanding the Overseas Sister Cities Schools’ Cultural Exchange Program to include other overseas schools, not part of our sister cities.

2. Recommended that Council re-establish the Overseas Sister Cites Committee.

3. Council consider allocating additional resources to support the coordination of

this program.

2.3 Safety Issues for Overseas students at UNSW

Hendra Mulyanto and Hiroko Nakao had previously provided the Committee with feedback on safety issues affecting students. The committee had suggested that the Police could benefit from a Migrant Liaison Officer position at Maroubra. Peter Schick informed the committee of the Crime Prevention Committee he was involved in and that a new security service was recently established at UNSW. Rosa Loria mentioned that some students had come to Sydney Multicultural Community Services to seek help but had not contacted the police. Committee members suggested that Council’s Safety Committee liaise the UNSW International Students Association and security officers. Hiroko will forward information about their newsletter. Hiroko also mentioned that students feel stigmatised because of crime against them and are a soft target. It was agreed that student safety and welfare is primarily the responsibility of UNSW.

Action: The Council Safety Committee to be informed of these issues.

2.4 Cultural Celebration

The Committee was reminded of the planned cultural celebration which will be held at La Perouse next to the La Perouse Museum on Sunday 20 March 2011 to coincide with Harmony Day, which is celebrated nationally on 21 March annually. The event will provide local community groups the opportunity to perform and showcase local talent. The Committee was invited to refer any known local performers to Colin Rosenfeld. Council’s Events Team will be organising the event.

Action: For noting

2.5 Chinese Speakers Information Day

Colin Rosenfeld and Katherine Zhu will hold the Information Day on Wednesday 24 November from 4pm to 7pm in the Bowen Library for the Chinese speaking community. Eighteen service providers representing government and non government agencies have registered to have an information stall. The Eastern Suburbs Business Enterprise Centre will give a presentation on the “Ins and Outs of establishing a small business”.

Action: A report will be given at the next meeting

2.6 Refugee Week

In response to a letter from the Refugee Council of Australia in regard to a survey on Councils’ Refugee Welcome Zone initiatives, the committee requested feedback on the Refugee Week event held by our council in June 2010 at the Randwick Branch Library, including results from the satisfaction evaluation survey. Some 85 people attended the event and results were positive. The program consisted of speakers from STARRTS, the Red Cross and a refugee. Attendees indicated that they wished for council to hold a similar event in 2011. It was suggested that two recent refugees be invited to speak first hand about their experiences at future events. It was also suggested that next year the forum focus on how locals could assist recent refugees. However it was noted that there are OH&S and insurance issues when working with volunteers. Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) figures show that a small number of refugees settle in Randwick. Rosa Loria pointed out that DIAC figures do not adequately reflect secondary housing relocation and gave the example of Iraqis moving to Randwick.

Action: For information and consideration at 2011 Refugee Week event

New Business:

Nil

Date of Next Meeting:

Bowen Library Auditorium, Wednesday 16 February 2011 at 5.15pm

Older Persons Advisory Committee Minutes - November 2010

Attachment 4

MINUTES

Randwick City Council

Older Persons Reference Group

Meeting held on Wednesday 3 November 2010

Present

Frida Kitas Randwick City Council

Shirley Smith Computer Pals

Keith Francis Community Representative

Marlene Kerr Coast Centre for Seniors

George Gergely Community Representative

Susan McCann Division of General Practice

Simon Bennetts South East Neighbourhood Centre

Ron Wood National Seniors – Randwick Botany Branch

Apologies

Cr. Margaret Woodsmith Randwick City Council

Billee King Community Representative

Linda Mearing Coast Centre for Seniors

Anna Lipoma Sydney Multicultural Community Services

Sharon Blunt Randwick/Waverley Community Transport

Mike Cornell National Seniors – Randwick Botany Branch

1. Minutes

The minutes of the meeting held in October were confirmed.

2. Business Arising from Minutes

2.1 Playwriting & Performance Workshop

The Committee was advised that the Playwriting and Performing workshop was held on Saturday 23 October at Bowen Library Community Centre. The workshop was well attended and feedback on the day indicated that participants would benefit from an extended workshop to further explore and develop their skills in these two areas.

Action: Frida to investigate the possibility of a holding a 2 day Playwriting and Performance workshop in 2011.

2.2 Shafana & Aunt Sarrinah

Action: For Information.

2.3 Seniors Week 2011

The Committee was informed that Frida is liaising with Alzheimer’s Australia NSW to hold a community awareness day during Seniors Week 2011. The awareness day is an opportunity for staff from Alzheimer’s Australia talk to people who have concerns about the memory of either themselves, or someone they know - and for residents to access information about dementia in general and services provided by Alzheimer’s Australia. Staff from Alzheimer’s Australia will also provide information on activities to improve memory as well as how to reduce the risk of developing dementia. The Committee were in favour of holding the community awareness day during Seniors Week.

Action: For noting.

3. General Business

3.1 Seniors Christmas Concerts

Action: For noting.

3.2 An Enchanted Evening Ball

To celebrate International Day of People with a Disability a formal ball will be held for people with a disability and their carers on Saturday 20 November from 6pm to 10pm at The Prince Henry Centre, Little Bay. Tickets for the ball are $10 per person including food and refreshments. Community transport options will also be available on the evening. The Ball has been organised by Junction House and Holdsworth Community Centre and Services and is supported by Randwick City Council. Frida tabled flyers/poster at the meeting.

Action: For noting.

3.3 World AIDS Day Event

To celebrate World AIDS Day Council will be holding a talk with a guest speaker from Positive Life NSW on Monday 22 October from 12pm to 2.30pm at Randwick Branch Library. This will be followed by the screening of the Great Granny Revolution, a documentary of unique relationships that offers hop to children with AIDS in South Africa. This community event is free but bookings are required for catering purposes on 9399 0972. Flyers/posters tabled at the meeting.

Action: For Information

3.3 Information Day for Chinese Speakers

The Committee was informed that an Information Day has been organised for Chinese speakers on Wednesday 24 November from 4.00 – 7.00pm at Bowen Library, Maroubra. A wide range of information for Chinese speakers will be provided by major government and community service organisations including The Department of Education and Training, The Department of Fair Trading and The Australian Chinese Community Association. Light refreshments provided – no bookings required. For further information contact Colin on 9399 0678. Flyer tabled at meeting.

Action: For noting.

3.4 December Meeting

Frida informed the Committee that the December meeting falls on the same day as the Seniors Christmas Concerts. The Committee agreed to cancel the meeting for December, as members of the OPRG and their respective organisations will be attending the concerts. Frida will notify Committee members of the cancelled December by email.

Action: Frida to notify Committee members of cancelled December meeting.

Information Share

 Simon reported that SENC will be holding their AGM on Wednesday 17 November at 12pm at the Eastlakes Community Centre, Florence Avenue Eastlakes. Please RSVP on 8338 8506 to book a seat.

 Marlene reported that The Coast Centre for Seniors held their Open Day on Monday 25 October – the event was well attended.

 Shirley reported Computer Pals are continuing to hold classes at the UNSW – classes are almost at capacity.

 Frida reported that Sydney Multicultural Community Services will hold their AGM on Friday 5 December at Bowen Library Maroubra.

Correspondece

 CPSA THE Voice Newsletter, November 2010

 Sydney MCS Newsletter November 2010

 SENC Newsletter, Issue 22 – Spring Edition 2010

 The Little Bay Coast Centre for Seniors Newsletter Spring 2010

The meeting ended at 11.15am

Date of Next Meeting: To be confirmed.

Community Services Committee 8 March 2011

Community Services Report No. C4/11

Subject: Seniors Week 2011 Report

Folder No: F2007/00058

Author: Frida Kitas, Community Project Officer (Aged & Disability)

Introduction

NSW Seniors Week is an initiative supported by the State Government and coordinated and funded by NSW Human Services, Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC). This initiative is held annually, on a national basis to celebrate, highlight and affirm the positive contributions older people make to their local community. Seniors Week 2011 will be held from 20–27 March and the theme for this year is “LIVE LIFE.”

Each year Randwick City Council acknowledges Seniors in the City of Randwick by organising events and activities during Seniors Week. In 2011 it is proposed that Council work in partnership with local services and organisations to offer activities and opportunities that will reflect the theme “LIVE LIFE.” The proposed activities have been organised in consultation with Council’s Older Person’s Advisory Committee and residents will benefit from these organised events that will aim to promote social interaction, active lifestyle and community participation.

The following activities are proposed for Seniors Week 2011 and facilitated by Randwick City Council in partnership with Cultivate NSW, Horticultural Therapy Society, The Prince Henry Hospital Trained Nurses Association, Alzheimer’s Australia, NSW, Eastern Beaches Local Area Command, NSW Fire Brigades, Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service and Eastern Sydney Multicultural Access Project (ESMAP).

· Therapeutic Gardening Workshop in partnership with Cultivate NSW Horticultural Society

· An Evening Tour of The Prince Henry Hospital Nursing and Medical Museum in partnership with The Prince Henry Hospital Trained Nurses Association

· A Memory Workshop in partnership with Alzheimer’s Australia NSW

· Community Safety & Awareness Information Session in partnership with NSW Fire Brigades, Eastern Beaches Local Area Command and Northern Hospitals Network, Prince of Wales Hospital & Community Health Service.

· Playwriting and Performance Workshop facilitated by acclaimed playwright Hilary Bell and local director/actor Bill Conn (The Actors’ Forum)

· Healthy Living Workshops for Older People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds in partnership with Eastern Sydney Multicultural Access Project

Randwick has a culturally diverse Seniors population. The proposed events and activities focus on Seniors of all cultural backgrounds who live in Randwick, this demonstrates Council’s ongoing commitment to servicing and supporting all members of the community. In addition, events and activities organised by Randwick Council are commensurate with the objectives of NSW Seniors Week.

The purpose of this report is to provide Council with information on the planned Seniors Week activities commencing on 26 March 2011.

Issues

The following is a summary of the proposed activities planned for Seniors Week 2011.

Therapeutic Gardening Workshop

Cultivate NSW will run a therapeutic gardening workshop for older people, their carers and family members at Randwick Council’s Community Nursery on Saturday 26March from 11.00am to 3.00pm. This workshop provides an opportunity for residents to learn about planting and pruning, useful tips for modified gardening and an introduction to a range of modified tools. This workshop will be of particular benefit to older people with mobility impairments who wish to improve their general health, wellbeing and fitness.

Evening Tour of The Prince Henry Hospital Nursing and Medical Museum

Members of the Prince Henry Hospital Trained Nurses Association will host a guided tour of the Nursing and Medical Museum at Little Bay on Wednesday 23 March from 6.00pm – 8.00pm. This guided tour and presentation is a unique opportunity for all members of the community to discover more about the fascinating history of the Prince Henry Hospital (formerly known as the Coast Hospital) from its origins in 1881 to 2003, when it finally closed its doors.

Memory Workshop

Alzheimer’s Australia will hold a community awareness day and workshop at Randwick Branch Library on Thursday 31 March from 10am – 2pm. The community awareness day is an opportunity for staff from Alzheimer’s Australia to talk to residents who have concerns about the memory of either themselves or someone they know. Residents will also be able to access information on services and support provided by Alzheimer’s Australia and on activities to improve their memory, as well as how to reduce the risk of developing dementia.

Community Safety & Awareness Information Session

NSW Fire Brigades, Eastern Beaches Local Area Command and Prince of Wales Hospital and Community Health Service will hold a Community Safety & Awareness Information Session at Bowen Library & Community Centre on Monday 28 March from 11am to 1pm. The information session is an opportunity for Seniors and their carers to learn how to keep safe at home and in the community in Randwick City. The information session will include practical tips on fire prevention in the home, personal safety and falls prevention. Seniors and carers will be able to access a range of information and resources about available services and support in Eastern Sydney on the day.

Playwriting and Performance Workshop

Multi award winning playwright Hilary Bell and actor/director Bill Conn will facilitate an intergenerational workshop to be held on Saturday 2 April from 10.00am – 4.00pm at Bowen Library and Community Centre. It is open to residents aged over 16 years who live, work, study or attend recreational activities in Randwick City. This workshop aims to offer learning opportunities for seniors to build skills and provide enjoyable opportunities for social inclusion, both with other seniors and the younger generations. This workshop will also challenge some of society’s stereotypes around ageing.

Healthy Living Workshops for Older CALD People

Eastern Sydney Multicultural Access Project will facilitate a series of healthy living workshops for older people and carers from Non–English speaking backgrounds living in Randwick City and surrounding areas. The workshops will be held at various venues throughout Randwick City during Seniors Week from 20–27 March, and aim to increase awareness and improve understanding about a range of health issues impacting older people from CALD backgrounds. The sessions will be delivered by Prince of Wales Hospital Community Health, South Eastern Sydney Division of General Practice (SESDGP) and The Dementia Advisory Service (DAS).

The sessions will address areas concerning nutrition, heart disease, diabetes, stress management, depression, quality use of medication and the benefits of exercise on mood and memory. In addition, Eastern Sydney Multicultural Access Project will promote existing support, programs and health services available throughout Eastern Sydney and disseminate information on how older people from CALD backgrounds can access home and community care through bilingual workers.

Relationship to City Plan

The relationship with the City Plan is as follows:

Outcome 2: A vibrant and diverse community.

Direction 2b: Enrich our range of community services that meet our community needs/strong partnerships between Council, community groups and government agencies.

Key action: Celebrate the range of cultures and people within Randwick City

Outcome 3: An informed and engaged community.

Direction 3b: Council actively promotes the community services offered by other agencies.

Key Actions Support the provision of services and facilities to meet the needs of our target groups.

Financial impact statement

Senior’s week activities and events cost a total of $6,000. This includes printing, advertising, facilitator fees, equipment hire, refreshments and catering. An amount of $4,000 has been approved in the 2010-11 budget.

In addition, Council received a total of $1600.00 from the NSW Government in grants and sponsorship. Clovelly Community Bank has provided a further $500 towards organised events and activities for Seniors Week 2011.

No additional funding is required.

Conclusion

The proposed activities, events and workshops will provide continued visibility of Council’s commitment to supporting and serving members of the community and especially highlight the needs of older people in Randwick City.

Recommendation

That Council note and endorse the proposed activities and events planned as part of Seniors Week 2011 in Randwick City.

Attachment/s:

Nil

Community Services Committee 8 March 2011

Community Services Report No. C5/11

Subject: Lexington Place Busking Competition

Folder No: F2010/00450

Author: Avril Jeans, Project Officer

Introduction

At the Community Services Committee meeting on 7^th December 2010 resolution C24/10 (Belleli/Andrews) resolved that:

‘A report be presented to the February 2011 Community Services Committee in relation to the Lexington Place Busking event. The report to include comments as to the success of the event, the number of people who attended and the number of people who participated in the busking’

The Lexington Place Busking Competition (LPBC) was held at Lexington Place Shopping Centre South Maroubra on Saturday 27 November 2010. The event comprised a talent competition for local performers of all ages, free performance for the community and a free sausage sizzle lunch. All performers were paid a $5 appearance fee and prizes were awarded to eight of the acts (1^st, 2^nd 3^rd and encouragement awards). Each performer was also presented with a certificate.

Twenty four entries ranging in age from 7 to 54 years were received and 30 people performed as individuals or in groups. Over two hundred people saw performances over the course of the day. The audience was drawn form the local Housing NSW estates and further afield in the community including outside the borders of Randwick City.

The event was overwhelmingly successful with positive comments including:

· “There was a great diversity of performers and all of them entertaining and lovely”

· “Frankly I thought the event was flawless”

· “Just wanted to know if this type of event will be held annually?”

· “The community would improve its view of the council”

· “Improve Police/Youth relations around Lexington Place”

Issues

The aims of the LPBC include:

· Encouraging a sense of community feeling. Local events which showcase the talent of the community have an instant positive impact on the moral of local residents

· Break down social isolation. Residents of housing estates can often find it difficult to afford leisure activities and entertainment leading to social isolation. The LPBC is held adjacent to the largest housing estate in Randwick City and was well attended by many of the residents.

· Engender civic pride. Staging the competition at Lexington Place created a sense of pride in the locals and ownership of an area which at times is seen as run down and unsafe.

· Boost self esteem. LPBC draws people from all over the community who have a positive experience at an event staged adjacent to a housing estate and ‘hosted’ by the locals.

· Provide opportunities for performing artists to develop skills. Performing in front of an audience is a skill which can only be developed through opportunities like LPBC. Many of the artists were performing for the first time and were thrilled and grateful for the opportunity.

· Networking opportunities. The event also creates a rare networking opportunity for local performers to meet and potentially work together.

· Cultural development. Community arts events bring opportunities for local people to be involved in creative activities in their community. Passive viewing can develop into active participation, involvement and support which enriches the whole community.

· Positive media exposure for a community which is sometimes misrepresented as troubled or dangerous. LPBC created a fun event which everyone in Randwick City was welcome to attend and helped to break down the stigma attached to living in Lexington Place.

· Placing an event outside the usual locations for Council’s keystone events. There is real potential for the busking competition to become an anticipated event on the Randwick City events calendar. Staging this event in smaller neighborhoods enables other communities to benefit from the opportunities for development that these events can create.

Relationship to City Plan

The relationship to the city plan is as follows:

Outcome 2: A vibrant and diverse community.

Direction 2b: Enrich our range of community services that meet our community’s needs.

Key action: Celebrate the range of cultures and people within Randwick City.

Outcome 5: Excellence in recreation and lifestyle opportunities.

Direction 5b: A range of cultural, sporting and leisure activities.

Key action: Increase public art, performance spaces and opportunities for creative expression across our City.

Outcome 3: An informed and engaged community.

Direction 3b: Council actively promotes the community services offered by other agencies.

Key action: Create information hubs at our libraries and throughout our City which enrich the exchange and inter flow of information.

Financial impact statement

There is no direct financial impact for this matter. The cost of holding the Busking Competition at Lexington place was $4000.00.

The $4000.00 that was spent on this event provided a good opportunity for community building, much needed community engagement and building a sense of pride.

Conclusion

The Lexington Place Busking Competition was a well received community event. The location provided opportunities for cultural and social development in an area which can experience severe social disadvantage. The Lexington Place tenants and the broader community will benefit from the continuation of the busking competition at Lexington Place.

Recommendation

That:

a) the report be received and noted; and

b) Council supports another Busking Competition event for 2011-12.

Attachment/s:

Nil

Community Services Committee 8 March 2011

Library Report No. L1/11

Subject: Donation of books

Folder No: F2004/08383

Author: Barbara Todes, Manager Library Services

Introduction

Randwick City Library Service has received a request from Book Bridge, a not-for-profit program, to donate unwanted, duplicate or damaged children’s books, which they then send to schools and orphanages in Nepal.

Issues

Randwick City Library Service weeds its stock on a regular basis and discards damaged, worn and out-of-date items, which it sells to the public. The library has in the past, received Council permission to donate large print books to the Prince of Wales Hospital and other charitable organisations. Items which cannot be sold or donated are pulped.

One of the founders of the Book Bridge, Jess Guilliat, originally travelled to Nepal in her gap year as a volunteer teacher. She took with her books donated by Waverley Library, which were very well received by the small school in Nepal where she taught. She realised the need for donations of this nature and on her return to Australia this year, started Book Bridge. She aims to procure donations from libraries across Australia.

Randwick City Library Service would like to support this initiative and donate a small percentage of its discarded items on a regular basis to this organisation.

Relationship to City Plan

The relationship with the City Plan is as follows:

Outcome 2: A vibrant and diverse community.

Direction 2b: Enrich our range of community services that meet our community’s need.

Key Action: Our libraries will continue to be key centres of community life and interaction.

Financial impact statement

There is no direct financial impact for this matter.

Conclusion

Randwick City Library Service has a regular weeding program and discards books which are in poor condition, damaged and out of date to make way for new stock. These unwanted items are sold and on occasion donated to local organisations and the remainder pulped. There is an opportunity to donate a small percentage of these items to Book Bridge and make a huge difference to the lives of the disadvantaged children in Nepal. Waverley library is already supporting this program and it is likely that other libraries will become involved.

Recommendation

That Council support the regular donation of a small percentage of discarded children’s books from the Randwick City Library Service to the Book Bridge project, which sends these books to schools and orphanages in Nepal.

Attachment/s:

1.View

Further information about Bookbridge

Community Services Committee 8 March 2011

Library Report No. L2/11

Subject: Digitisation of Randwick City Council Minute Books

Folder No: F2004/08387

Author: Barbara Todes, Manager Library Services

Introduction

The minute books of Randwick City Council document the critical issues and decisions made by Councillors in this local government area since 1859. They serve as a corporate memory and community history of Randwick, one of the oldest local governments in NSW. Statutory requirements compel Council to preserve and provide access to this critical series of records.

The digitisation of the Randwick City Council minute books has been identified as a priority in two independent Community Heritage Grant-funded reports (Pauline Curby’s Significance Assessment of the Bowen Library Local Studies collection 2009, and Kim Morris’ Preservation Needs Assessment 2008).

Issues

1. Access

Currently Council’s minute books from 1859 to 1984 are only available, on restricted access, from the Bowen Library during opening hours. These books are held in both hardcopy and microfilm. From 2002 the business papers and minutes became available online. However, between 1985 and 2001 there are 126 volumes of minute books that will still need to be microfilmed and then digitised, as this is the cheapest way to proceed.

The expectation of the today’s society demands immediate and online access to information. Digitisation is the process of converting any physical item, such as a paper record, into an electronic representation or that can be stored electronically. The digitisation of the minute books will enable residents to search online this valuable heritage resource. Council minute books are a vital research tool for Council staff, historians, and interested members of the community, documenting as they do both decisions of the time and contemporary social, environmental and heritage issues.

2. Preservation

Current standards in records management see many local governments utilising digitisation as the most appropriate technology for the long term preservation and storage of council documents. Best practice has moved beyond microfilm as the most viable preservation and storage solution.

Digitisation as a preservation technology has several benefits:

· Provides access through the online environment

· Facilitates information sharing

· Ensures conservation of the original minute books

· OCR (Optical Character Recognition) facilitates keyword access to content, not possible in either hard copy or microfilm formats

· Disaster management is optimised through digitisation, providing a virtual and digitally securable copy of the records in event of flood, fire etc.

Relationship to City Plan

The relationship with the City Plan is as follows:

Outcome 7: Heritage that is protected and celebrated.

Directions7a: Our heritage is recognised, protected and celebrated.

Financial Impact Statement

Stage 1: The estimated cost of the project to digitise and OCR the minute books from 1859 to 1984, which are already on microfilm, is $27,000. This is not accommodated within the current budget.

Stage 2: The cost of digitising the minute books for the period 1985 to 2001 is estimated to be $32,000.

Conclusion

A number of local government bodies are currently undertaking digitisation of their historical records. Digitisation is viewed as the most appropriate technology to achieve objectives in the areas of access, heritage preservation, risk management and statutory obligations relating to records of enduring historical value. It is proposed that Council digitise the minutes that are in microfilm in the 2011/2012 financial year and plan to microfilm and digitise the minute books from 1985-2001 in 2012/2013 financial year.

Recommendation

That:

a) Council consider funding the digitisation of minute books for the period 1859 to 1984 in 2011/12 draft budget.

b) Council implements a digital strategy and budget for the digitisation of other key historical material.

Attachment/s:

Nil