Dept of Communities & Justice

DCJ’s purpose is to help create a safe, just, resilient and inclusive NSW in which everyone has the opportunity to realise their potential.

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Blacktown Community Corrections is temporarily closed for refurbishment until 2 August 2024.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Health support and on the spot $400 fines are now available for low-level drug offences instead of going to court. To find out more, visit https://t.co/4hpNkQjGLL

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@Neduoduo Thanks Neduoduo, you can find information on submitting feedback (including the best postal addresses) here https://t.co/ZLc67GBFdq

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All Department of Communities and Justice services previously provided at Ingleburn will be available at the Campbelltown Service Hub, including advice about housing and family support.

For more information go to: https://t.co/MOZ1Oe54Dy

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The Ingleburn Community Services Centre is moving to Campbelltown Service Hub at 6 Lithgow Street in Campbelltown on 3 July.

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As I finish, @HannahTonkinWSC I wish you strength as you begin your journey as the first Women’s Safety Commissioner for NSW. I know you will make a big difference in this role.

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.@HannahTonkinWSC is now on Twitter in her role as the first NSW Women’s Safety Commissioner.

Follow her account to learn more about Dr Tonkin’s work, leadership, oversight and advice on NSW women’s safety policy development and law reform.

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👏 Good luck to Disability Council NSW Member, Julie Charlton at this year’s @CommGamesAUS

Julie, an elite para-athlete, will be the only Australian competing in shotput at the 2022 games.

📲 Find out more about Julie: https://t.co/d7hB2oV6QP

#B2022
#disabilityawareness

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💲💲 TILA = $1500 FOR YOUNG PEOPLE LEAVING CARE

The Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA) is a support payment of up to $1500 for young people to help them become independent.

📲 Find out more at: https://t.co/mEkg1Qi4UO

#TILA
#fostercare
#caseworker

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Meet Deputy Chair of the Disability Council NSW, Dr. Jill Duncan.

Jill draws on her lived experience and is dedicated to improving outcomes for people with a disability.

Find out more about the work of the Disability Council of NSW here: https://t.co/d7hB2oV6QP
#disability

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From today, all listings for Central Local Court at 98 Liverpool St, Sydney, have been transferred to the Downing Centre Local Court at 143-147 Liverpool St, Sydney.

All Central Local Court Registry Services will be provided at the Downing Centre Local Court Registry on Level 4.

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👣✊❤️ Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!

NAIDOC Week runs to 10 July across Australia. Celebrate the cultures and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

📲 Find NAIDOC Week events in your area, visit: https://t.co/U15VjRjzn7

#NAIDOC2022 #getupstandupshowup

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To mark #RefugeeWeek2022, we are sharing a video featuring DCJ staff Delilah Shinko and Munther Emad.

💻Watch the video to hear what Refugee Week and this year’s theme ‘Healing’ means to them.

@ozRefugeeCounc

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🔵 Want to find out more about Tenant Amnesty?

Watch this short animation to find out how to make a report and be protected.

The amnesty runs from 6 June to 17 July.

Find out more: https://t.co/LGSozsFzAH

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Do you know of community and volunteer groups delivering services to individuals, families and communities?
Community groups could be eligible for funding under the new $13.3m NGO Flood Support Program.
For more information visit:
https://t.co/YXYa3uzCo8

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🥇 DCJ wins top prize for inclusion

⭐ DCJ has been recognised as a leader in inclusion at last night’s Inaugural Disability Confidence Awards.

The awards shine a light on organisations and individuals who create change to improve the inclusion of people with disability.

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💻 Tune into @NSWHealth Facebook page at 3pm today for their winter 'Yarn Up'.

Find out how to #keepourmobsafe and well this winter

Let’s stay safe, stay well and stay connected this winter!

#aboriginalhealth

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Meet Caroline Cuddihy, disability advocate, CEO and a member of the Disability Council NSW.
Caroline is a passionate advocate for people in the disability community.

Find out more about the work of the Disability Council NSW here: https://t.co/d7hB2oV6QP
#disabilityinclusion

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⚕️ A free flu jab will be available to all NSW residents in a month-long blitz from June 1 in an effort to combat this year’s expected severe influenza season.

The NSW Government will fund flu vaccinations at GPs and pharmacies until June 30.

More info: https://t.co/3lJpRKMhxy