Heathcote Health

02/12/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Day 10 - 3 December 2025
International Day of People With Disability

Everyone deserves healthy, respectful relationships.
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Heathcote Community House

People with disability experience disproportionately high rates of violence — and today we commit to advocating for safety, accessibility and inclusion for all.

Each year an annual theme for International Day of People with Disability provides an overarching focus on how society can strive for inclusivity through the removal of physical, technological and attitudinal barriers for people with disability.

This year’s theme for International Day of People with Disability 2025 is ‘Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress’. The theme encourages us all to work together to make society fairer and respect the rights of people with disability.

Find out more at 💻 www.idpwd.com.au/about/about-idpwd/
International Day of People with Disability - Australia


1800RESPECT
Respect Victoria
Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence
Gender Equity Victoria
Safe and Equal
Our Watch
Centre for Non Violence

About IDPwD IDPwD is a United Nations (UN) day observed internationally. It aims to promote community awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability. Each year the UN announces a theme to observe for International Day of People with Disability. The annual theme provides an overarc...

01/12/2025

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The 5k App is officially part of parkrun!

We can’t wait to join the parkrun family!

Healthy Loddon Campaspe
Heathcote Community House

The ‘5k’ app is now officially part of the parkrun family! We're looking forward to working with parkrunners to make it your go-to place for everything parkrun. Download the app now 👉 parkrun.com/app 🌳 | 18 comments on LinkedIn

01/12/2025

Together, we can build a safer and more respectful Community.

Thank you to Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence for this excellent visual.

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Heathcote Community House

1800RESPECT
Respect Victoria
Safe and Equal
Centre for Non Violence
Gender Equity Victoria
Our Watch

30/11/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Day 7 – 1 December

Gender-based violence affects people of all ages, backgrounds and identities.

Today, we honour the strength of survivors and commit to building a community where safety and dignity are universal.

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Heathcote Community House






Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence
Centre for Non Violence
1800RESPECT
Respect Victoria
Gender Equity Victoria
Safe and Equal
Our Watch

29/11/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
25 November to 10 December 2025

Day 6 - 30 November 2025

💬 Let’s talk about gender stereotypes.
Expectations about how men and women “should” behave can fuel disrespect and inequality.
Challenging stereotypes is one way we prevent violence before it starts.

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Heathcote Community House

Sometimes stereotypes sound small…
“Boys don’t cry.”
“That’s not a job for women.”
“She’s being ‘too emotional’.”

But these small comments add up, shaping expectations, limiting opportunities, and creating environments where disrespect can grow. Changing them starts with simple everyday actions—calling out outdated ideas, listening with empathy, and celebrating people for who they truly are.

At Heathcote Health, we believe everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and valued—at home, at work, online and in the community.

💬 This 16 Days, let’s choose words that lift each other up.
Let’s make respect the norm.
Let’s challenge gender stereotypes—together.




1800RESPECT
Respect Victoria
Centre for Non Violence
Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence
Safe and Equal
Our Watch

28/11/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Day 5 - Saturday, 29 November 2025

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Online bullying and putting down women might seem like “just comments,” but they can land harder than we think. A throwaway joke or harsh post can stick with someone long after we’ve scrolled on — and honestly, we can all do better than that.

And remember — messages and images you think are “private” don’t always stay that way. Once something is sent, it can be saved, shared or screenshotted in a heartbeat. A little extra care goes a long way.

The good news? Changing things doesn’t take grand gestures. It starts with the small stuff:
✨ Think before you type — if it wouldn’t feel good to receive, it probably won’t feel good to read.
✨ Call out disrespect when you see it (kindly, but firmly).
✨ Back up your mates online like you would in real life.
✨ Celebrate women rather than tearing them down — it makes the whole community stronger.

🧡A kinder online world is totally possible. It just takes a few more thumbs-up moments and a lot less tearing-down. Let’s look after each other — on-screen and off. 🧡

1800RESPECT
Respect Victoria
Our Watch
Safe and Equal
Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence

Screentime should empower young people — not expose them to abuse.

But today, many girls face cyberbullying, harassment, and image-based abuse that follow them from their screens into their daily lives with real-world consequences, including psychological harm.

We need stronger protections, clearer laws, and accountability measures that recognize digital violence as real violence.

It's time to make digital spaces safer .

Join UN Women to speak out if you agree that there's for online abuse.

Learn more: http://unwo.men/uPI950Xycev

27/11/2025

A reminder for next Friday, 5th December .. 🧡 🧡 as seen in The McIvor Times today.

Heathcote Community House

27/11/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Day 4 - Friday, 28 November 2025

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Everyone deserves to feel safe — at home, at work, and in the community.

If you or someone you know needs support, help is available:
📞 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732)
Safe steps 24/7: 1800 015 188
Lifeline: 13 11 14

Support through The Orange Door is also available in an area near you.
The Orange Door provide help for people who are experiencing or using family violence or who need support with the care and wellbeing of children and young people.

You can contact or visit any Orange Door location. Contact can be made by phone, email or in person, and each location offers the same help and support.

26/11/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Day 3 - Thursday, 27 November 2025

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Healthy relationships and safe social spaces don’t happen by accident — they grow from everyday actions. Asking for consent, listening to a friend’s comfort level, and respecting boundaries helps us all feel safe and valued.

This 16 Days of Activism, Heathcote Health and Heathcote Community House encourages everyone to keep an eye out for each other. Check in on your mates, notice when something doesn’t feel right, and support friends to make safe choices.

A respectful community is a strong community — and it starts with us.

25/11/2025

𝟭𝟲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗺 𝗔𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
𝟮𝟱 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝟬 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Day 2 - 26 November 2025

Respect is more than words — it’s how we treat the people around us every day.

Today, reflect on the small actions you can take to create a safer, more inclusive Heathcote.

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Heathcote Community House

Respect Victoria
Our Watch
Safe and Equal
1800RESPECT
Centre for Non Violence
Greater Bendigo Against Family Violence

24/11/2025

HEATHCOTE RESPECTS - FRIDAY DECEMBER 5th
Please join us to walk together, and say NO to violence and YES to RESPECT - 9.30am

COFFEE WITH A COP following the walk in conjunction with a delicious morning tea,

Launch of PREPARE, PLAN & STAY SAFE WONDERWALK, with loads of services on site to support you,

FREE Health checks from LaTrobe Uni also available on the day, support our young nurses!

For Catering purposes please RSVP to 5433 2820
Or email to - receptionhch3523@gmail.com
Or message us here on Facebook

This event is being supported by
Heathcote Community House
Heathcote Health
Victoria Police
City of Greater Bendigo
Emergency Recovery Victoria
State Government of Victoria
SES Heathcote Unit & Bendigo
Heathcote Fire Brigade & Bendigo
La Trobe University Bendigo - Rural school of Health
Centre for Non Violence Bendigo
of Crime Bendigo

24/11/2025

Increased public transport benefits for carers in Victoria.

The Premier's Office announced today that starting this Sunday morning (Nov 30, 2025), carers in Victoria will be entitled to FREE weekend public transport to EVERYWHERE across the state. Whether you catch a train, tram or bus, or all three, travel will be FREE on weekends, not just in 2 neighbouring zones, but to everywhere in Victoria, and not just until February 1, 2026, but ongoing.

To benefit from this, you need a Concession myki card which you can get from any manned train station on the spot by showing them your Victorian Carers Card (aka We Care Card).

If you don't have a Victorian Carers Card, apply for your Victorian Carers Card online. Go to: https://dhhs-cardoperations.my.site.com/CarerApplication/s/ The Concession myki card is normally sent to you as part of that application.

👉Click here for more info on the new public transport benefits: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/free-weekend-pt-carers-and-disability-pensioners