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SUMMARY:Compliance with Child Safety and Whistle-blower Obligations (online)
DESCRIPTION:A practical “how to” for providers of CHSP exploring critical requirements for compliance with child safety and whistle-blower obligations\n\n\n\nJoin Pontem for an engaging and practical session designed specifically for CHSP aged care providers\, exploring critical requirements for compliance with child safety and whistleblower obligations. Led by governance specialist Sue Doust and facilitated by Jane McDonald\, Pontem this facilitated group session will equip participants with valuable insights\, actionable strategies\, and essential tools to navigate new regulations effectively. \n\nKey topics include: \n\nMeeting new provider requirements\nRecord-keeping best practices\nAddressing financial mismanagement\, unreported abuse\, and operational risks\nEstablishing robust whistleblower systems and reporting channels\n\nThis event is proudly sponsored by the Sector Support and Development Central Coast and Macarthur Wingecarribee and reflects our commitment to supporting and improving the aged care sector through education and training. \n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/compliance-with-child-safety-and-whistle-blower-obligations-online/
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SUMMARY:Loving my ageing self: Positive ageing expo for all women (Cammeray)
DESCRIPTION:Join human rights charity Capacity Australia for an inspiring morning where medicine meets wellbeing and creativity. Featuring four leading medical specialists\, a dynamic physiotherapist\, and a soul-stirring artist\, this unique event is designed to uplift and empower women to embrace their beautiful bodies and brilliant minds. \nThere will be thought-provoking and engaging presentations on: \n\nMy Beautiful ageing mind\nMy Beautiful ageing relationships\nMy Beautiful ageing skin\nMy Beautiful ageing vagina and bladder\nMy Beautiful ageing weight\nMy Beautiful ageing body\nMy Beautiful ageing creative self\n\nTogether\, we’ll explore health\, vitality\, and self-love—while raising vital funds for Capacity Australia\, a human rights charity fighting ageism and advocating for dignity at every stage of life. \nExpert speakers include: \n\nProfessor Carmelle Peisah – Psychiatrist\nDr Danielle Delaney – Urological surgeon\nRobyn Ivett – Physiotherapist\nDr Jillian Wells – Dermatologist\nDr Anna Story – Endocrinologist\nMari Lou Palazon – Artist\n\nCapacity Australia is the trading name for ACCEPD (Australian Centre for Capacity\, Ethics and the prevention of Exploitation of People with Disabilities). \nContact info@capacityaustralia.org.au \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/loving-my-ageing-self-positive-ageing-expo-for-all-women-cammeray/
LOCATION:Norths\, 12 Abbott St\, Cammeray\, New South Wales\, 2062\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260213T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260213T130000
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SUMMARY:18th Anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generation (livestream from Brisbane)
DESCRIPTION:This event will be live-streamed on the Link-Up Qld website from 10:30am AEST / 11:30 AEDT Friday 13 February 2026. \n\nBrisbane time: 10:30am AEST\nSydney time: 11:30am AEDT\n\nNational Apology Day is an important time to acknowledge how generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have been affected by past Government policies and practices. \nLink-Up (Qld) and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre are proud to present this free community event. This event is an opportunity to reflect on the significance of the National Apology\, honour the resilience of Stolen Generations survivors and descendants\, and contribute to the ongoing journey of truth\, healing\, and connection. \nThe event will be hosted by Geoff Richardson PSM (Meriam\, Kuku Yalanji/Djabugay)\, with guest speakers Olga Havnen AM (Western Arrernte) and Queensland Family and Child Commissioner Natalie Lewis (Gamilaraay). \nEvent Program here \nLivestream will be available on the Link-Up Qld website. \nThis event includes discussions of the Stolen Generations and the impacts of forced removal\, which may be distressing for some people\, particularly Stole Generations survivors and their families.
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/18th-anniversary-of-the-national-apology-to-the-stolen-generation-livestream-from-brisbane/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260217T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260217T150000
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SUMMARY:Rights-based complaints handling under the new Aged Care Act (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission will deliver a webinar focusing on rights-based complaints handling under the new Aged Care Act. \nHosted by Commissioner Liz Hefren-Webb\, you will hear from Treasure Jennings\, the new independent Aged Care Complaints Commissioner. This role is appointed by the Minister for Aged Care and Seniors and is responsible for handling complaints independently from the Commission to enhance transparency and accountability. \nTreasure will explain how the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission are delivering a complaints service that upholds the rights of older people.  \nWe will also discuss best practice complaints handling for providers and what older people can expect when they make a complaint to the Commission. \nPanel: \n\nLiz Hefren-Webb\, Commissioner\, Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (Chair)\nTreasure Jennings\, Aged Care Complaints Commissioner\, Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission\nDavid Pezzanite\, Assistant Commissioner\, Intake and Complaints\, Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission\nSamantha Edmonds\, Director Policy\, Education & Systemic Advocacy\, OPAN\nDavid Wright-Howie\, Senior Policy Officer\, COTA\n\nRegistrations will open on Tuesday 27 January 2026\, via the Commission Webinars page
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/rights-based-complaints-handling-under-the-new-aged-care-act-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260218T104500
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SUMMARY:Commission Webinar Debriefing: A post-webinar peer discussion on complaints handling (online)
DESCRIPTION:Sector Debriefing Session: Rights – based complaints handling under the new aged care Act ACQSC Webinar \n Join other like-minded sector support colleagues as we unpack the key takeaways from the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission’s webinar\, Rights-based complaints handling under the new aged care Act. \nShare your thoughts\, and learn from each other\, as we work together to contextualise the rights-based complaints handling process. \nPrerequisite: Please ensure you attend the ACQSC webinar on Tuesday 17 February\, so you are able to fully participate. (Webinar register here) \nSchedule: \n\nTuesday 17 February 2026: Commission Webinar: Complaints Handling\nWednesday 18 February 2026: Peer debriefing session \n\nDetails and registration here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/commission-webinar-debriefing-a-post-webinar-peer-discussion-on-complaints-handling-online/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Mental Health First Aid for CHSP Providers (Campbelltown)
DESCRIPTION:Become a Mental Health First-aider to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People \nIn any one year\, approximately 1 in 5 Australians aged 16-85 have a common mental illness. Evidence suggests that Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people experience this at a higher rate. Mental Health First Aid training will teach you practical skills to support a person with a mental health problem. Make a real difference to the people in your community. \nMHFA (Mental Health First Aid) Training Benefits: \n\nKnowledge: Improves knowledge of mental illnesses\, treatments and first aid actions.\nConfidence: Increases confidence in providing first aid\nDe-stigmatising: Decreases stigmatising attitudes\nSupport: Increases the support provided to others\n\nFacilitator: Uncle Garry Kafoa\, Cultural Dreaming Lines\nPlease note that this is a 14-hour educational course\, not a therapy or support group.  \nThe course runs over 2 days: 18 and 19 February 2026 \nFree for CHSP providers \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/aboriginal-torres-strait-islander-mental-health-first-aid-for-chsp-providers/
LOCATION:Macarthur Disability Services\, Level 8\, 138 Queen St\, Campbelltown\, NSW\, 2560\, Australia
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260218T120000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer & Community Information Session: Compassionate Connectors (Hornsby)
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer & Community Information Session: “Caring for each other at end-of-life” \nIn this interactive information session you will learn about the Compassionate Connector Program. This session is for anyone interested in having a conversation about things that support us to live well in the end. There is no pressure to join the Program. \nWhat is the Compassionate Connector Program?\nThis program is designed to connect people in the community who are over 65 living with a life changing diagnosis with Compassionate Connectors (volunteers). The aim is to maintain and build social networks\, enabling participants to remain at home in the Community for longer. It is jointly funded by the Sydney North Health Network and The Wicking Trust\, and delivered by not-for-profit provider Proveda. \n\nHow the Program Works\nProveda works with trained volunteers (called Connectors) and friends\, family\, or neighbours (called Willing Helpers) to support eligible participants who require social (rather than clinical) support to help carry out tasks many of us take for granted. \n\nWhat is a Connector?\nA ‘Connector’ is a volunteer who connects with older people living with a life changing diagnosis\, to identify social and practical supports required from their local community\, so they can remain at home for longer. Connectors often have some caring experience\, an understanding of working in the palliative care sector\, or have knowledge around supports which may be required for people living with a life changing diagnosis and end of life care. \n\nWho can become a Willing Helper?\nPractical support is offered by “willing helpers”. These helpers are volunteers from within the family\, friends\, neighbours or members of the community who are happy to help without expectation of payment. Willing helpers help with tasks such as dog walking\, gardening\, transporting to appointments\, tidying up or sitting with someone who needs a break. \nFor further information contact connectorprogram@proveda.com.au \nRegister for the info session here.
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/volunteer-community-information-session-compassionate-connectors-hornsby/
LOCATION:Hornsby Library\, 28-44 George St\, Hornsby\, NSW\, 2077\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260218T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260218T153000
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SUMMARY:Driving Efficiency in Aged Care: Webinar for CHSP providers
DESCRIPTION:Join this practical\, interactive session designed by Pontem to help CHSP providers boost efficiency and improve operations. \nLearn actionable tools and strategies to streamline processes\, improve bottom line results\, and optimise service delivery – now and in preparation for Support at Home. \nThis webinar will be led by Pontem’s CEO\, Jane McDonald. She is a chartered accountant with extensive experience and expertise in the aged care sector supporting CHSP organisations through change. \nDelivered by Willoughby Council in partnership with Mosman Council\, Ku-ring-gai Council and Your Side. \nEnquiries: kate.valente@willoughby.nsw.gov.au \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/driving-efficiency-in-aged-care-webinar-for-chsp-providers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260219T140000
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice: National Palliative Care Standards (Standard 8: Quality Improvement)
DESCRIPTION:Join Palliative Care Australia for their monthly deep dive into the National Palliative Care Standards\, where we explore one standard in detail and discuss ways to embed it into everyday practice. This month\, we focus on Standard Eight: Quality Improvement\, encouraging services to engage in continuous improvement and research to enhance care. Our expert panel\, Dr Claudia Virdun\, Toni Arndell and Donna O’Brien\, will reflect on their experiences\, share insights and discuss how the Standard can be integrated into day-to-day practice. \nThe National Palliative Care Standards for Specialist Services (Edition 5.1\, 2024) set a vision for compassionate\, high-quality palliative care. Complementing these\, the National Palliative Care Standards for All Health Professionals and Aged Care Services (2022) acknowledge that palliative care occurs across diverse settings. The Palliative Care Self-Assessment (PaCSA) supports services in self-assessing against both sets of standards and developing action plans for continuous quality improvement. \nMake the most of this session by downloading the National Palliative Care Standards and PaCSA before the webinar  https://palliativecare.org.au/national-palliative-care-standards/ \nWhat we’ll cover in the webinar: \n\nThe intention of Standard Eight: Quality Improvement.\n\n\nPanel discussion around the elements of the standard.\nQuestions from the audience.\n\nWhether you work in a specialist or non-specialist palliative care service\, the CoP and monthly webinars have been designed to support you in providing high-quality palliative care. \nHaven’t joined the CoP yet?  Complete the Expression of Interest Form \nRegister for the 19 February session
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/community-of-practice-national-palliative-care-standards-standard-8-quality-improvement/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260225T153000
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SUMMARY:Dementia Training for Aged Care Workers (online workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical 2.5-hour online dementia training session designed for aged care professionals supporting people living with dementia in community settings. \nFacilitated by experienced clinicians\, this session will focus on delivering person-centred\, strengths-based dementia care\, aligned with the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards\, the Aged Care Act and the Statement of Rights. \nParticipants will:\n• Understand dementia prevalence and reform expectations\n• Learn how to balance risk\, dignity and supported decision-making\n• Consider how they identify and act on identified changes and when additional support is needed\n• Explore professional boundaries and worker self-care \nSuitable for:\n• Care managers (“care partners”)\n• Personal care workers\n• Aged care support workers\n• CHSP care workers \nThis workshop is jointly brought to you by Ku-ring-gai Council and Your Side. \nRegistration here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/dementia-training-for-aged-care-workers-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T034601
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SUMMARY:CHSP Workforce Symposium (online)
DESCRIPTION:Rethinking Aged Care Workforce Challenges \nDiscover the latest insights shaping the CHSP workforce by attending this free online sympisium designed for CHSP leaders\, coordinators and HR professionals. \n\nExamine current workforce trends and realities\nRethink aged care workforce challenges with innovative solutions\nShare practical strategies to strengthen and support your teams\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/chsp-workforce-symposium-online/
LOCATION:Online
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