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Message from the CEO: A moment of honesty about COVID-19
In this heartfelt letter, our CEO Kate Melhopt writes candidly about the impact of COVID-19 on herself and her team at SECC.
Please press pause before you pick up that pup
If isolation has made you consider pet ownership, you’re not alone. It seems that many of us are using this time to buy or adopt a pet, or at least think about it.
Tonny “Sweety” Ahmed shares her passion for guacamole, Elmo, and sky-diving
Every month we spend five minutes with a SECC staff member who’s making a big difference in the community. Today we chat with our awesome Adolescent and Family Worker Tonny Ahmed about guacamole, The Bold and the Beautiful, and why she’s just such a sweetie…
Four creative tasks that are WAY more fun than screen time
You may feel like you’ve been staring at screens more so than usual these past few months. Sophia Morris has rounded up four activities to help you step away from the screen and give your eyes a break.
5 ways to truly help people during COVID-19
Many people in our community have been doing it tough these past couple of months. But there are easy ways you can help, and that includes getting involved with the work SECC is doing. Sophia Morris shares five tips for giving back in a time of crisis.
Help us celebrate Neighbourhood Centre Week and win $50
Before COVID-19, one in four Australians reported feeling lonely at least one day a week.
VIDEO: Say no to domestic violence
Today, on National Domestic Violence Remembrance Day, we stand up and say no to domestic and family violence.
Red Cross offers helping hand to temporary visa holders
Red Cross will provide emergency relief for temporary visa holders who aren’t eligible for government support.
Game on: 5 ways to hit the ‘play’ button while in iso
If you’re looking for ways to connect beyond a phone call, Sophia Morris has rounded up some games you can play with people online.