Community Announcements 3 November 2010
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Wednesday 3 November
YCAN’S 40TH REBRANDING BIRTHDAY PARTY!
For the last nine months, rain, hail or shine, committed members of Yarra Climate Action Now have been “rebranding” (i.e. protesting) Richmond Labor MP Richard Wynne EVERY SINGLE WEEK! This truly epic action has been calling on the State Government to put the interests of Victorians before those of the coal industry. We would like to invite you to celebrate the 40th rebranding in a row! There will be live music, a big birthday cake and fun for the whole family! 5.30pm – 6.30pm, 112 Smith St, Collingwood. Contact 0421 011 182, info@ycan.org.au or see http://ycan.org.au
Thursday 4 November
LUNCHBOX / SOAPBOX: STATE ELECTION SPECIAL: PUBLIC TRANSPORT
This week Paul Mees (senior lecturer in transport planning at RMIT) takes to the Lunchbox/Soapbox to bring the insights of a leading commentator on urban public transport. This is a free event. No bookings required. 12:45PM - 1:15PM, The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. More info: http://wheelercentre.com/
Thursday 4 November
DEFENDING HUMAN RIGHTS IN COLOMBIA: A HIGH-RISK ACTIVITY
Peace Brigades International presents a public forum exploring the state of human rights in Colombia. Hear Australian volunteer Carly Dawson, who has spent 12 months in Barrancabermeja, Colombia, providing protective accompaniment for grassroots human rights defenders who are facing threats for their work, and Dr. Ralph Newmark from La Trobe University - Director, Institute of Latin American Studies. 7.00pm, La Trobe University city campus, 215 Franklin St, Melbourne. New videos from PBI Colombia. Latin music and refreshments available- Entry by gold coin donation. For more info and to RSVP contact PBI Australia on info@pbi-australia.org or 03 9016 3769. www.pbi-australia.org, www.pbi-colombia.org
Friday 5 November
VANDANA SHIVA
For three decades Dr Vandana Shiva has been promoting an ecological path of harmony, sustainability and diversity as a means to survival and liberation. For one night in Melbourne, join Vandana Shiva to celebrate the twentieth anniversary re-release of her classic book, Staying Alive, and her winning of the 2010 Sydney Peace Prize. This is a free event. Bookings recommended. Make a booking at http://www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=5375
6:15PM - 7:15PM, Collins Street Baptist Church, 174 Collins Street, Melbourne. More info: http://wheelercentre.com/
Friday 5 November
ANTI WHALING DEMONSTRATION
A demonstration to protest against the start of the whaling seasons in the Southern Oceans of Australia. On this day 45 cities around the world will all be protesting in unison. In Australia we are joined by protests in Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide and Brisbane. There will be various attractions and entertainment staged at Treasury Gardens as well as some food and beverage sales. Group commences from Treasury Gardens at 11.30am to march to Parliament House to hear messages from key speakers, then back to Treasury Gardens for lunch and entertainment by African drummers, Thornbury High School Band and Shaun Kirk (blues guitarist).
Saturday 6 November
REPLACE ALL OF HAZELWOOD!
Join the rally to put the heat on politicians during the state election to replace Australia's dirtiest power station. 1pm. State Library, Swanston St, City. For info http://www.replacehazelwood.org.au/.
Sunday 7 November
MEMORIAL FOR SHOT WHARFIE
An event to honour the memory of Allan Whittaker - with retired judge Frank Vincent and ACTU sec, Ged Kearney - will be held at 11 am, near the spot where he was shot - Beacon Cove - halfway between Princes and Station Pier. Allan Whittaker was shot by police during the 1928 waterfront strike, and died of his wound three months later. 11am. Sunday Nov 7th. Further information: 9329 5477
Sunday 7 November
JUSTICE FOR REFUGEES: END MANDATORY DETENTION
The Refugee Advocacy Network has called another mass rally and march. 2pm, State Library (Swanston and Latrobe St, City). The focus of the rally will be to call for an end to the policy of Mandatory Detention. We have a new parliament, but the old, brutal policy of mandatory detention remains. We need to raise our voices and say enough. It is time for a fundamental change in the way we treat asylum seekers. For more information email refugeeadvocacynetwork@gmail.com
Monday 8 November
PUBLIC MEETING: OUR FORESTS, YOUR POLLUTION
Indonesian environmentalists speak out against Australia's carbon offset schemes. Two climate justice activists from Friends of the Earth Indonesia, Indonesia’s largest and oldest environment organisation, are joined by Muliadi from Central Kalimantan to discuss Australia's plans for forest offsets in Indonesia. 6.30pm. Room G08, ground floor, University of Melbourne law building, 185 Pelham Street, Carlton (follow the signs). Organised by Friends of the Earth. For more info contact ellen.roberts@foe.org.au
Thursday 11 November
WHAT FUTURE THE ALP - A LIGHTER SHADE OF GREEN!
Australian Fabians Victorian Annual Dinner. Reflections on the lessons from the election-and implications for the future: Hon. Barry Jones (Former National Secretary and Labor Icon); Mike Griffith (Organiser of the Fabian Young Writers competition); and Nicole Lynch (Young Labor activist). Cost: $70 members, $75 non-members, $65 students/concessions. RSVP for this Event: http://www.fabian.org.au/985.asp?eventId=2511#rsvp. 6.30 for 7.00 pm, Jasper Hotel (formerly YWCA), 489 Elizabeth St, Melbourne
Thursday 11 November
LUNCHBOX / SOAPBOX: STATE ELECTION SPECIAL: SOCIAL SERVICES
Over the four weeks leading into the state election, four representatives of key state-based organisations outline the big issues that they’ll be campaigning for. This week, the presenter is Cath Smith, CEO of Victorian Council of Social Services. This is a free event. No bookings required. 12:45PM - 1:15PM, The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. More info: http://wheelercentre.com/
Friday 12 November
PROTEST RALLY: END THE HOUSING CRISIS
Demand greatly expanded investment in public housing, legislation to limit rent increases, an end to illegal evictions, an improvement in standards for rooming houses & the prosecution of rogue operators. 4.30pm. Office of Housing Minister Richard Wynne, 112 Smith St, Collingwood.
Friday 12 November
NEXT AFGHANISTAN VIGIL: DIE-IN AND SPEAK-OUT
4-6pm - steps of Flinders St Station. Thank you everyone who has participated in the actions against the Afghanistan war that we have held this year. Our monthly vigils have attracted the attention of thousands of people and we have handed out about 3,000 leaflets. The flashmob action last month attracted many new people to participate - and was a great way to creatively express our resistance. This month Malalai Joya, a member of the previous Afghan parliament, an activist for democracy, human and women's rights and an outspoken critic of warlords of all persuasions will address Melbourne’s monthly Afghanistan vigil. At 3.50pm we will be ready with red signs 'no more casualties in Afghanistan'. We invite you to collect one, and at 4pm people will spontaneously drop to the ground in the Flinders St vicinity. After a minute or so, Malalai will begin to address the crowd. Chip Henriss, an Australian military veteran from Standfast (http://stand-fast.webs.com) will also speak, with others to be announced.
Friday 12 - Sunday 14 November (NB Postponed to this date)
LATIN AMERICAN, AUSTRALIAN & ASIA PACIFIC SOLIDARITY GATHERING
Defending workers and indigenous rights, building bridges and global resistance against multinational corporations. For three days, grassroots activists & Indigenous representatives from a range of organisations, communities and movements will share ideas, experiences and stories of struggle inside their own countries against global capitalism. The gathering/conference will commit itself to building new, practical models of solidarity that are global in scale. Trades Hall, Melbourne. Registration: $30/$20/$10 or $35/$25/$15 at the door. To register please contact James 0417 732 698. More info: Marisol 9419 8700 ext.27, Tully 0410 388187, Michael 0438 496433 or write to: marisol.salinas@foe.org.au - lasnet@latinlasnet.org
Saturday 13 November
AFGHANISTAN 2010: WINNERS OR LOSERS?
Celebrated human and women’s rights activist and the youngest woman elected to the Afghan parliament, Malalai Joya is the keynote speaker at the conference, The World In Crisis: business as usual? 10am. Lecture Theatre 12 (Building X), Deakin University, Burwood.
Monday 15 November
THE CLARE BURTON MEMORIAL LECTURE 2010: MOVING BEYOND TOKEN WOMEN – THE NEED FOR RADICAL REFORM IN CORPORATE AUSTRALIA
Guest Speaker Linley Lord (Director, Maureen Bickley Centre for Women in Leadership Senior Lecturer, Curtin University). Time: 5.30-7.15 pm, RMIT University Storey Hall, Building 16, Level 7, Conference Room 1 & 2, 336-342 Swanston Street, Melbourne. RSVP: By Wednesday 10 November 2010 to events@rmit.edu.au (Please type 'Clare Burton' in the subject line) Please register quickly- there are limited places. For further information please contact Cate Marshall, cate.marshall@rmit.edu.au or 9925 0740
Tuesday 16 November
HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING
RMIT’s Australian Centre for Human Rights Education and Stop.Traffick invite you to a public forum. The UN estimates that up to 4 million people are trafficked every year, with violations of human rights being both a cause and a consequence of trafficking. Join us and a panel of leading human rights experts to discuss how we all can make a difference. Stop.Traffick is an RMIT student group whose aim is to raise awareness about human trafficking issues and how everyday society can help put an end to it. The forum will also launch the Stop.Traffick website produced by Ben Shearman, a first-year TAFE student of interactive digital media at RMIT. Keynote speaker: Sotheary Ly (RMIT University graduate, Executive Director, Healthcare Centre for Children (HCC), Cambodia). 6—7pm (5.30pm registration) RMIT Storey Hall (Swanston St) Conference Room 1 and 2, Level 7. RSVP by Tuesday 9 November to barbara.legg@rmit.edu.au. Light refreshments will be served. Drinks are via donation.
Wednesday 17 November
BOOK LAUNCH: NO ORDINARY DEAL
Launch of No Ordinary Deal: Unmasking the Trans-Pacific Partnership Free Trade Agreement, ed. Jane Kelsey (Allen & Unwin), with three of the book's international contributors in conversation. Jane Kelsey is one of New Zealand's best-known critical commentators on issues of globalisation, structural adjustment and decolonisation. American trade lawyer and activist Lori Wallach founded Global Trade Watch in 1995, and was dubbed "Ralph Nader with a sense of humour" by the Wall Street Journal. Patricia Ranald is a founding member of the Australian Fair Trade and Investment Network (AFTINET) and an honorary fellow at the University of Melbourne. 6:30pm, New International Bookshop, Trades Hall, Carlton. All welcome. Entry: $5/ $2 concession.
Wednesday 17 November
KOORIE NIGHT MARKET
6-9 pm, Box Hill Town Hall, 1022 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill. Performers: Kutcha Edwards, Lady Lash, Jarrah Accoustic and Dances Damanmu (kids Dance group from Shepparton). Didgeridoo and dance performances. Workshops – (gold coin donation) Dance, Didge and Basket weaving Roaming performances (clowns / stiltwalkers) Locally made paintings, Handcrafts, Ceramics, Jewellery, Pottery, Bags, Scarves, Didgeridoos, Boomerangs, Clapsticks, Lino Cuts, Woomeras, Food, Clothing and MUCH, MUCH MORE www.koorienightmarket.com.au
Thursday 18 November
LUNCHBOX / SOAPBOX: STATE ELECTION SPECIAL: LAW AND ORDER
Over the four weeks leading into the state election, four representatives of key state-based organisations outline the big issues that they’ll be campaigning for. This week, law and order with Greg Davies (Secretary of the Police Association) as we look at the problems of the state from street violence to alcohol laws. This is a free event. No bookings required. 12:45PM - 1:15PM, The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. More info: http://wheelercentre.com/
Friday 19 November
QUIZ AID - APHEDA - UNION AID ABROAD FUNDRAISER 2010
Know-it-alls, brainiacs, trivia experts and anyone who loves fun and frivolity should pencil in November 19 for an evening of quizzerama, food and drinks at APHEDA’s fundraising quiz night. Proceeds for the night help enable APHEDA’s work overseas in fighting for human rights, genuine sustainable development, self-determination, workers' rights, equality, freedom and democracy. Single tickets are $65 and group bookings $600 for a table of 10. Unions and organisations are encouraged to buy a table. Seating is limited so book today to avoid disappointment. 6pm-10pm, Colonial Hotel, Cnr King & Lonsdale Streets, Melbourne. Contact: Debbie Gower 03 8676 7263 dgower@actu.org.au. Register online: https://www.secureregistrations.com/QUIZ/
Saturday 20 November
RALLY FOR MARRIAGE EQUALITY
Rally to repeal the homophobic laws that say that marriage is an institution between a man and a woman; support equal marriage rights; end discrimination against LGBTI people. Come join Equal Love and other LGBTI community organisations at 1pm, State Library, cnr Latrobe & Swanston Sts, City. For more information, check out www.equallove.info
Sunday 21 November
FILM NIGHT FUNDRAISER: HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS, PART 1
See this magical adventure at a fundraising film night. All profits will be split between tuition costs for training a Timorese dentist, and Fuan Nabilan Education Centre for Blind and Vision Impaired people in Same, Timor Leste. Supported by: the Gareth Ivory Foundation (www.garethivoryfoundation.org.au) and Friends of Same (www.friendsofsame.org). 8 pm, Balwyn Palace Cinema, 233 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn. $18 or$12 concession. To book: Esther Anderson 98304260, 0439 555 291, anderso@bigpond.net.au or Catherine Scott 0416 275 591, garethivoryfoundation@gmail.com
Tuesday 23 November
QUARTERLY ESSAY: ELECTION 2010 AND BEYOND BY GEORGE MEGALOGENIS
George Megalogenis considers what has happened to politics in Australia. He dissects the cycle of polls, focus groups and presidential politics and explores what it has done to the prospect of serious, difficult reform and the style of our leaders. 6.15 -7.15pm, The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. More info: http://wheelercentre.com/. This is a free event. Bookings recommended: http://www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=5436
Tuesday 23 November
INAUGURAL ANNUAL VTHC ASBESTOS LECTURE: AUSTRALIA AND THE GLOBAL ASBESTOS INDUSTRY
Hear Jock McCulloch, Professor of History, RMIT, author and international expert. Bella Union Bar, Trades Hall (Cnr Lygon and Victoria St, Carlton South), 6pm for 6.30pm. Free, all welcome. More information: Renata Musolino 03 9659 3571
Wednesday 24 November
ASBESTOS AWARENESS WEEK: ADSVIC/AISS COMMEMORATION SERVICE
BMW Edge, Federation Square, 11am, followed by CFMEU BBQ on the banks of the Yarra. Free, all welcome. More information: Rod Smith 0418 319 757 (ADSVIC)
Wednesday 24 November
BOOK LAUNCH: THE RIGHT TO STRIKE IN AUSTRALIA
Shae McCrystal is a Senior Lecturer in Law at the University of Sydney. Her new book examines whether there is a right to strike in Australia through a detailed study of the laws which impact on the capacity of workers to take industrial action. An important event for all Australian unionists! 6:30pm, New International Bookshop, Trades Hall, Carlton. All welcome. Entry: $5/ $2 concession.
Wednesday 24 November
RALLY: STOP ABORIGINAL DEATHS IN CUSTODY!
Justice for Mr Ward! Cancel all contracts with G4S! Aboriginal elder Mr Ward died in the back of a prison transport van in WA in January 2008; he had no airconditioning or water in stifling heat. Assemble 12.30pm at state parliament, Spring St, City for a march to the offices of Bob Cameron, minister for emergency services & corrections (Level 26, 121 Exhibition St, City). Organised by Indigenous Social Justice Association. For info ph Cheryl 0401 806 331.
Wednesday 24 November
KOORIE NIGHT MARKET
6-9 pm, Northcote Town Hall, 189 High Street, Northcote. Performers: James Henry, Jonathan Andrew Trio, Jiarah Atkinson (a young indigenous girl will do a couple of her songs). Didgeridoo and dance performances. Workshops – (gold coin donation) Dance, Didge and Basket weaving Roaming performances (clowns / stiltwalkers) Locally made paintings, Handcrafts, Ceramics, Jewellery, Pottery, Bags, Scarves, Didgeridoos, Boomerangs, Clapsticks, Lino Cuts, Woomeras, Food, Clothing and MUCH, MUCH MORE www.koorienightmarket.com.au
Wednesday 24 November
CHALLENGES IN ADULT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT IN TIMOR-LESTE
Hume City Council and the Hume Global Learning Village together with the Friends of Aileu invite you to the November Forum, with keynote speaker Annie Keogh, former advisor to Timor-Leste Government on vocational training. 12noon – 2pm , Hume Global Learning Centre Seminar Rooms, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road Broadmeadows. Free, but donations welcome – all funds will go towards The Aileu Resource and Training Centre. Raffle draw on the day. Light lunch provided (please advise any dietary requirements) RSVP: By Friday 19 November to Joanna Nido via email at joannan@hume.vic.gov.au or by phone on 9356 6925 For further information, please contact the Friends of Aileu Project Coordinator, Richard Brown, on 0407 091 004 or email rbrown@moreland.vic.gov.au
Monday 25 November
WHITE RIBBON DAY – ‘NOT 1 MORE’ EVENT
‘Not 1 More’ aims to raise awareness of the devastating impact of family violence on our community by remembering the 60 women and 20 children who are killed each year in incidents of family violence homicide. This year Fed Square will host an even more dynamic White Ribbon Day – Not1More – event, with the Walk Against Violence arriving at the square at 12.30, the ‘Loudest Shout’ in the evening, a special appearance by the ‘Choir of Hope and Inspiration’ plus a day packed with activities and performers. The event will will run from 10am until 7.30pm.
Thursday 25 November
LUNCHBOX / SOAPBOX: STATE ELECTION SPECIAL: ENVIRONMENT
Over the four weeks leading into the state election, four representatives of key state-based organisations outline the big issues that they’ll be campaigning for. This week Mark Wakeham from Environment Victoria looks at the state’s policies from green belts to bike lanes. This is a free event. No bookings required. 12:45PM - 1:15PM, The Wheeler Centre, 176 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne. More info: http://wheelercentre.com/
Friday 26 November
SISTERS IN CRIME SCARLET STILETTO AWARDS
Nadine Garner (City Homicide, Stingers, Water Rats, Good Guys Bad Guys, etc.) presents the 17th Scarlet Stiletto Awards & talks to Sue Turnbull about her life in crime. This year, 145 short stories compete for the coveted Scarlet Stiletto trophy and $4750 in prize money. Bell’s Hotel, 157 Moray St., South Melbourne. $5/$10 (non-members) ‘Brothers-in-Law’ welcome. Please book for both dinner (from 6.30pm) and event (8pm) as each table is being decorated by a flower-filled Scarlet Stiletto loaned by Sally Browne. Bookings: Rose Mercer on 03 8060 2737 or rose@grahammercer.com.au. Info: Carmel Shute on 0412 569 356 or go to http://www.sistersincrime.org.au/
Friday 26 November
ASBESTOS AWARENESS DAY EVENT
Highlighting and raising awareness of asbestos and its effects on families and the community, the event includes an ecumenical service to remember those who are suffering and those who have succumbed to asbestos disease, guest speakers, choir and a free BBQ lunch provided by the Gippsland Trades and Labour Council. 11am, Rose Garden, Morwell. More information: Vicki Hamilton 0407274173 or the GARDS office: 5127 7744
Friday 26 November 26
ASBESTOS AWARENESS WEEK: ADSVIC/AISS COMMUNITY EVENT
11am, South Melbourne Community Centre, Corner Park St and Ferrars Place. Raising community awareness, and answering questions. Panel includes medical, legal and support group activists. Free, all welcome. More information: Wayne Bruton (03) 9654 9555 (AISS) or Rod Smith 0418 319 757 (ADSVIC)
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