Sunday, 05 May 2024 08:52
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR NEW LGBTIQ+ ADVISORY COUNCIL
THE NSW Government is seeking applications for a new advisory council designed to improve understanding of issues affecting LGBTIQ+ people across the state.
Fulfilling an election commitment, the LGBTIQ+ Advisory Council will provide a mechanism for ongoing community consultation and contribute to the development of a NSW Government LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy.
The Advisory Council will provide ongoing advice to the NSW Government as it delivers on a range of initiatives and commitments designed to promote equality and inclusion for LGBTIQ+ communities.
These initiatives include:
Implementing new legislation to ban LGBTQ+ conversion practices, supporting Qtopia, the permanent home for the LGBTQIA+ museum at the former Darlinghurst police station, through a $6.7M commitment completing a legislative review to improve equality and inclusion for LGBTIQ+ people, and referring a review of the Anti-Discrimination Act to the NSW Law Reform Commission.
The 16-person Advisory Council will reflect the diversity of LGBTIQ+ communities in NSW.
Applications are being sought from people over 18 years of age with respect, influence and status within LGBTIQ+ communities and a demonstrated commitment to cooperation, inclusion and diversity.
People from First Nations, and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Applications can be submitted at nsw.gov.au/lgbtiq
The Minns Government is also establishing a Cross-Portfolio Committee on LGBTIQ+ Issues, bringing together senior government officials with community representatives, that will coordinate efforts across government and enhance collaboration and partnerships.
This Committee will work with the Advisory Council to develop a whole of government LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy.
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Friday, 03 May 2024 16:27
SHOCK AT SUDDEN DEATH OF OUR MAYOR
TRIBUTES FLOW for Tony Bleasdale OAM
THE sudden death of Blacktown City Mayor, Tony Bleasdale OAM, while on a flight home to Sydney from an official visit to China has shocked the community with tributes flowing for "a great servant of the city"..
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Thursday, 02 May 2024 18:44
COUNCIL OFFERING SANDBAGS TO RESIDENTS
BLACKTOWN City Council and the State Emergency Service (SES) are providing sandbags to help residents prepare for heavy rain and possible flooding over the next few days.
Blacktown City is forecast to receive up to 110 mm of rain on Friday and Council staff have been busy filling sandbags so residents can protect their properties from localised flooding. Up to 40 mm of rain is forecast for Saturday.
Residents who need sandbags should first call the SES on 132 500 to arrange pickup from a local SES collection point.
Mayor Tony Bleasdale OAM said Council and the SES were working together to minimise the impact of the downpour on residents.
“Council staff and SES volunteers will be working proactively to try and ensure the safety of our residents and protect
properties,” he said.
“I encourage people to follow the advice of the SES and want to wish our local volunteers good luck for what may be a busy time.”
Residents can monitor Council’s Disaster Dashboard on www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au.
The SES is encouraging people to prepare by cleaning gutters, moving cars from underneath trees and trimming branches.
Motorists are urged not to drive through flooded roads.
People can download the Hazards Near Me app for the latest warnings and information.
Those who require assistance with storms and flooding can call the SES on 132 500. For life threatening emergencies, call 000.
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