COMMUNITY NOTICES
SEASPRAY SURF LIFE SAVING CLUB NIPPERS PROGRAM
Want to be part of the Nippers program at Seaspray Surf Life Saving Club this summer?
If so, it’s time to get registered and get along to Aqua Energy to have your swimming ability assessed.
Nippers is a beach education program for children aged between six and 13 that introduces participants to life saving. They learn valuable water safety and life saving skills and gain confidence in the surf. Sessions are held on Sunday mornings at Seaspray over summer.
All participants must have their swimming ability assessed by a qualified swimming instructor. Assessments will be done on Sunday 6 December at the outdoor pool at Aqua Energy. Children in the Under Six age group do not need to be assessed.
The assessment times are:
9am Under Sevens and Under Eights
9.30am Under Nines and Under Tens
10am Under Elevens and Under Twelves
10.30am Under Thirteens and Under Fourteens
Please enter from the outdoor pool entrance on Guthridge Parade. Those who are not Aqua Energy members may be asked to pay the entrance fee. If you are an Aqua Energy member, please tell the gate attendant.
Before assessment day, please make sure your child or family is registered and the appropriate Seaspray Surf Club membership is paid.
While you’re at the pool, you will be able to buy this season’s Seaspray Surf Club merchandise, including hoodies and long sleeve T-shirts. It’s a great chance to get some sneaky Christmas shopping done…
For more information about Nippers at Seaspray and the season ahead, visit https://www.seaspraysurfclub.org.au/club-activities/nippers/.
Non Interest Loans for Families and Financial Wellness
2020 has been a year of challenges for us.
With the new school year fast approaching, we know many parents and carers will struggle to cover the cost of essential school items. This additional stress on families is especially difficult for those already experiencing financial hardship.
I am writing to let you know of our successful microfinance initiative available locally from Anglicare called No Interest Loans (NILs) with no interest, no fees, no charges, ever.
Every year, we help parents and carers on low incomes (in particular those on Centrelink) in Gippsland to apply for a NILs loan of up to $1,500 to cover the cost of essential school items such as uniforms, books, laptops, stationery, school camps, and musical instruments as well as other essentials such as washing machines, fridges, car repairs, medical and dental expenses.
What is a NILs loan?
A NILs loan is a safe, affordable alternative to high-interest payday loans or rent-to-buy leases. It’s not a payday loan or a bank loan but a form of ‘circular community credit'. This means when a borrower makes a repayment to NILs, the funds are then released to someone else in the community. NILs is supported by not-for-profit Good Shepherd Australia New Zealand, with funding from the Australian Government. the State Government and in partnership with NAB.
To help raise awareness of NILs
If you feel that your students and their families could benefit, I encourage you to raise awareness of NILs loans for education costs within your school community.
To assist I’ve included a copy of an A4 advertisement you may wish to publish in your school newsletter AND/OR print and display in your reception area. You may also wish to inform parents via email or post, particularly when school booklist reminders are being distributed, and to notify your school counsellor and accounts team if parents call to request a payment plan.
Parents can find out more information about NILs including eligibility criteria by contacting: Anglicare Victoria at 1800 286 260 or nils.gippsland@anglicarevic.
If you would like additional information or materials, please contact myself directly by calling 1800 286 260 or emailing nils.gippsland@anglicarevic.
