Echo

15/06/2026

In 2026, Australia marks a significant
milestone: welcoming one million refugees
since 1947. This moment invites reflection
not only on Australia’s humanitarian history,
but also on the vital contributions that
people from refugee backgrounds have
made, and continue to make, to our
communities, workplaces, schools, and
cultural life.

11/06/2026

This could be the support network you’ve been looking for !!
Say yes to support, friendship, and self-care because no carer should feel alone..

Make yourself a priority and join us this week ❤☺️🙌
Tomorrow, we will be indulging in a mindfulness session with:
Relaxation
Stretching
Fun moves with music 🎶
chair poses &
breathing techniques
☕Morning Tea provided☕

No need to book, just drop in..
Come for the activities, stay for the friendships❤❤❤

Proudly Supported by Carers Victoria
And Saathi Multicultural Association Of Australia.

09/06/2026

🌿 Join Us at Our First Wellness Expo! 🌿

Oakgrove Community Centre is delighted to invite you to our very first Wellness Expo - a day dedicated to health, wellbeing, connection, and self-care. 🎉💚

Come along and explore a range of activities, local services, wellness stalls, workshops, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Whether you’re looking to relax, learn something new, or simply enjoy a positive day out, there’s something for everyone!

✨ Discover
✨ Connect
✨ Recharge
✨ Be Inspired

Join us for our FREE "Oakgrove Wellness Expo" :
🗓️ Saturday 27 June, 12pm - 3pm
📍 89-101, Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South
🤩 FREE activities, food and fun

Event Proudly supported by Carers Victoria

RSVP to the event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GAQe95n9e/
Buy tickets 👇
https://events.humanitix.com/oakgrove-wellness-expo

Bring your family and friends and help us make our Wellness Expo a wonderful community celebration! 🌸

26/05/2026

Today we honour 2 defining moments in Australia’s journey towards justice — National Sorry Day and the anniversary of the 1967 Referendum.

Sorry Day calls on us to acknowledge the pain of the Stolen Generations and the ongoing impact on them of being forcibly removed from their families. It also asks us to commit to healing through truth, accountability and respect. The Commission’s landmark 'Bringing them Home' Report published in 1997 detailed the history and trauma of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children who were forcibly removed from their families. This major act of truth-telling revealed that between 10% and 33% of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children were taken from their families between 1910 and 1970. It made 54 actionable recommendations to support healing and deliver justice. An audit conducted by the Healing Foundation reveals that only 6% of those recommendations have been implemented in the 29 years since the Inquiry reported.

The anniversary of the 1967 Referendum reminds us of the power of collective action, when Australians voted overwhelmingly to counting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the national census count and giving the Australian Government the power to make laws for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Despite these historic changes, the Constitution remains silent on recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as Australia’s First Peoples.

Together, these moments reflect both how far we’ve come and how far we still need to go.

‘Too many First Nations communities continue to experience inequality, systemic disadvantage and barriers to self-determination,’ Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social Justice Commissioner Katie Kiss said.

‘Honouring these milestones means more than reflection. It means action. We all have a role to play, listening to First Nations voices, supporting truth-telling, and advocating for real, lasting change.’

Find out more about Bringing Them Home here: https://loom.ly/jR-zQ3I

21/05/2026

If you need help with a legal issue, South-East Monash Legal Service offers free and confidential support for people in the local community.

What they can help with:
• Employment and workplace issues
• Family law matters
• Legal advice and support
• Understanding your rights

Details:
Location: Autumn Place Community Hub, Doveton
Date: Fridays (23 Jan – 3 April 2026)
Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Cost: Free (bookings required)

How to book:
To make an appointment:
Phone: 9545 7400 or 9038 8002

19/05/2026

Australians lost $2.18 billion to scams in 2025. Here’s how you can protect yourself from scammers who target our customers.

🛑 Stop. Don't give personal info to anyone if you're unsure.

👀 Check. If you get an urgent message saying it's from us, ask yourself if it's real. You can check our website to verify our payments and our contact details.

🛡️ Protect. Use a passkey to sign in to myGov and turn off your password as a sign in option.

More info in comments 👇

05/05/2026

WHAT'S ON IN SOUTH-EAST MELBOURNE
Looking to stay active in a way that feels comfortable and supportive?

The Gentle Exercise program at Autumn Place is a free weekly session designed to help improve fitness, wellbeing and confidence.

• What you can expect
• A personalised exercise program
• Support from a qualified trainer
• A relaxed and welcoming environment
• Opportunity to meet others in your community

This program is designed to support people at their own pace while building strength and confidence.

Location: Autumn Place Community Hub
Date: Thursdays
Time: 1:30pm
Cost: Free

https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/events/gentle-exercise-11

30/04/2026

28/04/2026

On World Day for Safety and Health at Work, the focus is on psychosocial working environments: the conditions that shape how people experience work every day. Workload, stress, communication, support, and whether people feel they belong.

For employees with disability, psychosocial safety is inseparable from access and inclusion. When barriers go unaddressed, whether in systems, culture, or everyday practices, the impact on wellbeing is real.

How do you know where your organisation stands?

That's exactly what the Access and Inclusion Index is designed to help with. It gives organisations a clear, confidential picture of their access and inclusion maturity, and a roadmap for what to do next.

If you haven't measured where you are, today is a good day to start.

👉 australiandisabilitynetwork.org.au/resources/access-and-inclusion-index

25/04/2026

Commemorate ANZAC Day in Melbourne.
Every ANZAC Day, tens of thousands of Victorians turn our to remember the people who have served our country in all global conflicts, and honour those who continue to serve.
Lest We Forget.