1 Reports, recommendations and supporting documentation can be accessed via the City of Darwin Council Website at www.darwin.nt.gov.au, at Council Public Libraries or contact Arweena Smit on (08) 89300 685.

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CITY OF DARWIN

COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE

MONDAY, 18 NOVEMBER 2013

MEMBERS: Member K J Worden (Chairman); The Right Worshipful, The Lord Mayor, Ms K M Fong Lim; Member H I Galton; Member G Lambrinidis; Member A R Mitchell.

OFFICERS: Chief Executive Officer, Mr B Dowd; General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Mr J Banks; Acting Executive Manager, Mrs A Hammond; Community Development, Ms K Hearn; Executive Assistant, Ms A Smit.

Enquiries and/or Apologies: Arweena Smit E-mail: [email protected] - PH: 89300 685 OR Phone Committee Room 1, for Late Apologies - PH: 89300 519

Committee’s Responsibilities

* Recreation & Leisure * Animal Management * Children & Youth * Inspectorial Services * Arts and Culture * Parking Control * Community Services & Support * Public Libraries * Human Services * Recreation * Community Use of Halls, Ovals, * Social Planning and Advocacy * Playing Fields, Public Pools * Darwin Entertainment Centre and other Facilities * Sister Cities Management Community Committee’s

THAT effective as of 16 April 2012 I, pursuant to Section 32 (2)(b) of the Local Government Act 2008 hereby delegates to the Community & Cultural Services Committee the power to make recommendations to I and decisions relating to Community & Cultural matters within the approved budget.

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1. MEETING DECLARED OPEN ...... 3

2. APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE ...... 3

3. DECLARATION OF INTEREST OF MEMBERS AND STAFF ...... 3 1 OPEN SECTION PAGE CSC11\1 2 Reports, recommendations and supporting documentation can be accessed via the City of Darwin Council Website at www.darwin.nt.gov.au, at Council Public Libraries or contact Arweena Smit on (08) 89300 685.

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4. CONFIDENTIAL ITEMS ...... 3

5. WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION ...... 4

6. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING

 Monday, 21 October 2013 ...... 4

7. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING

7.1 Business Arising ...... 4

8. INFORMATION ITEMS ...... 4

9. OFFICERS REPORTS

9.1 Regulatory Services July, August & September 2013 Activities and Operational Update ...... 5 9.2 Minutes Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) Meeting – 17 October 2013 ...... 14 9.3 Minutes Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Meeting 2 October 2013 ...... 20 9.4 Minutes Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Meeting 24 October 2013 ...... 29 9.5 Music in The Mall Program Options ...... 38 9.6 City of Darwin Declaration of a Refugee Welcome Zone ...... 44 9.7 2014/15 Healthy Activity and Lifestyle Program Proposal ...... 52 9.8 2013/14 Community Grants Program – Round 2 ...... 58 9.9 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results ...... 82

10. STRATEGIC ITEMS ...... 87

11. SISTER CITIES COMMUNITY COMMITTEE ITEMS ...... 87

12. GENERAL BUSINESS ...... 87

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1. MEETING DECLARED OPEN

The Chairman declared the meeting open at _____ p.m.

2. APOLOGIES AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

2.1 Apologies

2.2 Leave of Absence Granted

()

A. THAT it be noted that Member H I Galton is an apology due to a Leave of Absence being previously granted on 29 October 2013 for the period 9 – 26 November 2013.

DECISION NO.21\() (18/11/13)

3. DECLARATION OF INTEREST OF MEMBERS AND STAFF

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5. WITHDRAWAL OF ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION

() COMMITTEE’S DECISION

THAT the Committee resolve under delegated authority that all Information Items and Officers Reports to the Community & Cultural Services Committee Meeting held on Monday, 18 November, 2013, be received and considered individually.

DECISION NO.21\() (18/11/13)

6. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES MEETING

() COMMITTEE’S DECISION

THAT the Committee resolve that the minutes of the previous Community & Cultural Services Committee Meeting held on Monday, 21 October, 2013, tabled by the Chairman, be received and confirmed as a true and correct record of the proceedings of that meeting.

DECISION NO.21\() (18/11/13)

7. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES PERTAINING TO THE PREVIOUS COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING

7.1 Business Arising

8. INFORMATION ITEMS

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.1 NO COMMITTEE/OPEN

REGULATORY SERVICES JULY, AUGUST & SEPTEMBER 2013 ACTIVITIES AND OPERATIONAL UPDATE

REPORT No.: 13C0093 DN:rg COMMON No.: 1330602 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Manager Regulatory Services, Dave Neall

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to provide Council with an update of activities undertaken in the Regulatory Services section during July, August and September 2013.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:- Goal 5 Effective and Responsible Governance Outcome 5.3 Good governance Key Strategies 5.3.1 Demonstrate good corporate practice and ethical behaviour

KEY ISSUES

 Parking Enforcement  Animal Management  Public Places

RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:-

THAT Report Number 13C0093 DN:rg entitled Regulatory Services July, August & September 2013 Activities and Operational Update, be received and noted.

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BACKGROUND

This report details actions undertaken by Regulatory Services in responding to the regulation of public areas, the ongoing implementation of the Value Improvement Program and animal management.

DISCUSSION

CBD Parking

Regulatory Services have implemented a highly functional CBD parking enforcement regime via the Value Improvement Program (VIP) to address unsafe parking practices previously observed and reported to Council. Objectives and subsequent goals outlined at the commencement of VIP are supported by real data, collated and analysed on a daily basis. Data controls, designed to capture and measure productivity, safety and cost contribution, also provide the opportunity to identify problematic parking areas. The structured framework that now exists around Council’s parking section showcases the benefits of a systematic and rigorous approach to parking enforcement. Figure 1.1 below illustrates the number of infringements issued for parking breaches in the CBD since April 2013.

Figure 1.1 – Parking Infringement Notices Issued in the CBD

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Figure 1.2 shows the total number of daily infringements issued for safety breaches in the CBD prior to and following the introduction of VIP. Safety offences include; parking on yellow lines, parking on footpaths and parking in restricted zones, i.e. Loading Zones. Figure 1.3 shows infringements issued to vehicles in breach of time restricted provisions, prior to and following the introduction of VIP.

Figure 1.2 Figure 1.3

Suburban Parking

As part of VIP, the Suburban Parking program is currently trialling a number of newly designed patrol routes. The purpose of the trial is to establish patrol routes that improve response times, levels of regulation and monitoring. To further assist in developing a more efficient practice Council’s IT Department have provided Rangers with remote access to Council databases. The provision of remote access allows Rangers to record their notes in the field through the use of a laptop. To date the trial has delivered a number of valuable outcomes including a reduction in drive time, increased visibility of Rangers in public areas, improved response times, supplementary regulation (daily) of problematic locations and improved compliance rates. Figures 1.4 and 1.5 provides data identifying complaints by suburb and offence. This data assists in determining what suburban locations require increased levels of regulation and monitoring.

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Figure 1.4

Figure 1.5 - demonstrates the diversity of complaint reasons/job types coupled with a count on the type of jobs being responded to. Both illegal and verge parking are highlighted as two most common job types.

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Waterfront Precinct

The Darwin Waterfront Corporation has recently recruited their own Parking Officers to patrol the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Consequently, the City of Darwin will no longer regulate the Waterfront Precinct, effective 1 November 2013.

Abandoned Vehicles

The General Ranger continued to consolidate the new abandoned vehicle process. Since its introduction on 1 August 2013, a total of 266 vehicles have been removed from Darwin streets. On average, abandoned vehicle complaints are attended to within 24 hours of being received. Vehicles that are not removed by the owners within the given time (24 hours for unregistered vehicles or 7 days for registered vehicles) are removed by Council Rangers. This enforcement action is taken in accordance with Part 5 of the Northern Traffic Regulations.

Figure 1.6 - demonstrates vehicles removed from Darwin streets between July and September 2013 and the comparable timeframe.

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Figure 1.7 - shows (in green) the total number of vehicles removed from Darwin streets (by both owner and Council) for the months July-October 2013. The blue and red data are comparable months for 2011 and 2012 respectively.

Public Places

Rangers continued to report a large number of backpackers in and around the City precinct. Patrols of Mindil Beach and East Point during daylight hours suggests that a large population of backpackers are still present in the Darwin municipal area. Based on this information Public Place Rangers have continued to conduct early morning patrols of areas known to be popular amongst tourists. For the months of July, August and September a total of 559 infringements were issued for camping offences.

Animal Management

Staff are currently undertaking a full operational assessment to identify potential improvements and efficiencies.

In response to wild dog sightings, Regulatory Services implemented a program to address these reports, including specialist removal contractor. A targeted program was undertaken at Shoal Bay Waste facility. 10 11

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Regulatory Services received numerous reports of wild dog sightings in Darwin’s northern suburbs over the past 3 months. The Animal Management section has now implemented a program to address number of roaming wild dogs being sighted by the community. This program includes the engagement of licenced contractors trained in the field of wild dog removal. Currently a program is being conducted at the Shoal Bay Waste Facility with the view that the majority of wild dog sightings originate from this particular location.

An increased number of departments participated in this year’s Council display for the Royal Darwin Show on the 25, 26 and 27 July. The Animal Education Officer’s efforts in creating a contemporary animal management exhibit proved to be very successful and received many compliments during the event. This year there were six themes:

• Dog and Cat Registration • Microchip Identification • Benefits of Desexing • Dog Exercise Areas • Dog Behaviour • You, Your Pets and the Holidays.

Animal industry service providers were all invited to provide promotional material for each of the exhibit themes.

Customers were able to browse and obtain exactly what information they wanted and the services targeted all residents in the Darwin, Palmerston and Litchfield areas. Registration information and relevant forms also included other local government areas for ease of customer access.

The RSPCA Cupcake Day was held on 19 August in the Mall. Supported by the City of Darwin and hosted by the Lord Mayor, the event was a huge success in raising much needed funds for the Darwin RSPCA shelter; overall a total of $25,000 was raised for this campaign.

A tentative yearly calendar of events and animal management campaigns has been designed for 2014, including established programs and events and new event opportunities:

• Microchipping Days every three months • More regular library visits (in consultation with Darwin Libraries for their events calendar) • Increased media campaigns to include regular radio segments • Establish Council’s own signature event (City of Darwin K9 Relay).

The Animal Education Officer will complete qualifications in Certificate IV Training and Assessment by December end and will undertake further study to obtain accreditation as a dog trainer in order to conduct group classes. 11 12

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Animal education materials by way of articles are regularly submitted to the Top Ender Tri-Services Newsletter to communicate to serving members of the Australian Defence Force and their families residing in the Darwin area.

The National Body of the RSPCA developed Happy Tails Day with a focus on merchandise sales through the RSPCA websites Australia wide. The City of Darwin’s Animal Management Team took advantage of Happy Tails Day and hosted an event based at the Darwin Waterfront to support the RSPCA and include Council’s own information to promote responsible dog and cat ownership. It is anticipated that this will become a yearly event during the school holiday period of October and could potentially grow to include more activities and stall holders for families and visitors to Darwin.

In response to a regular complaint, the Team Leader Animal Management, Animal Education Officer and two Rangers were involved in conducting a dog audit in Thornton Crescent and Pott Street, Moil recently to compile information on unregistered dogs, fence running behaviour and potentially excessive barking behaviour. A letterbox drop advising residents in the area of By-Law compliance checks was undertaken.

An ongoing program is in place for the Animal Education Officer and various Rangers working in Animal Management to conduct static patrols in the following areas:- The Esplanade, Jingili Watergardens, the Nightcliff Foreshore and any other areas as directed.

CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following City of Darwin officers were consulted:

 Senior Compliance Officer  Team Leader Generals/Parking  Team Leader Animal Management  Animal Education Officer

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Nil

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Nil

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Nil

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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

DAVE NEALL KATIE HEARN MANAGER REGULATORY A/GENERAL MANAGER SERVICES COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact John Banks on 89300633 or email: [email protected].

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MINUTES DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DAC) MEETING - 17 OCTOBER 2013

REPORT No.: 13C0105 SJ:es COMMON No.: 2632603 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Community Services Officer, Sheree Jeeves

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to present for Council’s information the Minutes of the Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) meeting of 17 October 2013 (Attachment A).

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:-

Goal 1 Collaborative, Inclusive and Connected Community Outcome 1.1 Community inclusion supported Key Strategies 1.1.2 Develop equitable and accessible community participation opportunities

KEY ISSUES

 Launch of new pool hoist, change table and ceiling hoist at Casuarina Pool  Disabled parking permits  Specialised fire alarms

RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:-

THAT Report Number 13C0105 SJ:es entitled Minutes Disability Advisory Committee (DAC) Meeting - 17 October 2013, be received and noted.

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BACKGROUND

Council’s Disability Advisory Committee is established pursuant to Section 54 of the NT Local Government Act 2008 to inform and advise Council in relation to its responsibilities to ensure equity of access to people with disability in the application of procedures and the provision of services and facilities. Advice is provided through representatives selected for their awareness and specialist knowledge of disability.

DISCUSSION

At the meeting on 17 October 2013, the Committee discussed the launch of the new access equipment at Casuarina Pool, concerns around disabled parking permits and fire alarms suitable for people who are deaf.

CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following External Parties were consulted:

 City of Darwin Disability Advisory Committee

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

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SHEREE JEEVES KATIE HEARN COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact John Banks on 8930633 or email: [email protected]

Attachments:

Attachment A: Disability Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes 17 October 2013

16 ATTACHMENT A 17 MINUTES DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING 2.00 - 3.30pm, Thursday 17 October 2013 Casuarina Library Meeting Room Bradshaw Terrace, Casuarina

1. PRESENT

Peter Mahony Chair, Community Representative Martin Blakemore Deputy Chair, Community Representative Deborah Bampton Community Representative Rosemary Burkitt Community Representative Emma Fraser Community Representative Debb Lovett Community Representative Lynne Strathie Community Representative Armando Padovan Specialist Representative Sheree Jeeves Community Services Dept, City of Darwin

2. APOLOGIES Judy Hansen Community Representative Kerrie-Ann Parsons Community Representative Alasdair McGregor Specialist Representative Aftab Abro Specialist Representative Marsha Murray Specialist Representative Alderman Jeanette Anictomatis Elected Member, City of Darwin Nik Kleine Infrastructure Dept, City of Darwin

3. DECLARATION OF INTEREST IN ANY ITEMS ON THE AGENDA

None declared.

4. ACCEPTANCE OF PREVIOUS MINUTES 6 SEPTEMBER 2013

Minutes from the meeting held 6 September 2013 were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Moved: Emma Fraser. Seconded: Debb Lovett. Carried.

5. BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES 6 SEPTEMBER 2013

5.1. International Day of People with Disability 3 December The Committee is going to hold an event at Casuarina swimming pool to launch the new pool hoist, change table and ceiling hoist. The event will be on Tuesday 3 December from 11am to 2pm. There will be an official launch followed by a free bbq, inflatable pool toy, games and information stalls.

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6. ACCESS ACTION LIST

6.1. Sling Hoist, change table and ceiling hoist - Casuarina Pool The equipment is due to be installed the week of 21 October.

6.2. Footpath improvements 49 to 53 Ridgehaven Circuit, Leanyer A letter has been sent to residents advising that works will be undertaken to realign the footpath so that there is a clear connection across the driveway.

6.3. Footpath construction 9 to 11 Parkside Crescent, Leanyer Consultation is being undertaken with the resident to remove or relocate vegetation planted beside driveway.

7. GENERAL BUSINESS

7.1. RECHARGE Scheme Carers NT and GROW NT have signed up as RECHARGE Program Partners so there are now 6 locations around Darwin with Recharge Points. Peter is in discussions with The Groove Café to become a partner. The Committee will continue to advocate for more partners.

7.2. 2014 dates for DAC meetings The proposed schedule for DAC meetings in 2014 was presented and accepted by members.

8. DISABILITY SECTOR TRENDS, POLICY AND CURRENT ISSUES

8.1. Disability Care Australia Website www.disabilitycareaustralia.gov.au Debbie Bampton informed the Committee that the name has been changed from Disability Care Australia to National Disability Insurance Agency. The Disability Care Australia website is still being used at the moment until it is updated to the new name.

8.2. Northern Territory Disability Service Awards The submission forms and information was provided for this year’s awards.

9. OTHER BUSINESS

9.1. Disabled Parking Permits Peter raised concern around disabled parking permits, particularly that the disabled parking bays are being taken up by people who have a disabled parking permit but they are ambulant. The Committee discussed the complexity and sensitivity around the role of medical practitioners who sign off on permits and that there are a variety of reasons for people needing a permit that may not be obvious based on appearances. Peter discussed the system that used to be in place which used different categories for the disabled parking permits. When the Australian Disability Parking Scheme was introduced three years ago the categories were removed to simplify and streamline the process nationally. 18 19

Action: Sheree to complete research into the success of the rollout of the Australian Disability Parking Scheme and also about processes for disabled parking permits in other local government areas.

9.2. Fire Alarms Debb Lovett raised concern about fire alarms that do not have the white strobe light to warn people who are deaf following a recent experience at a suburban shopping centre. There was no white strobe light which is necessary for people with hearing impairment. Debbie Bampton can provide contact details for a person who can provide more information about specialised fire alarms.

10. DATE OF NEXT MEETING

Date: Thursday 6 February 2014 Time: 2.00pm to 3.30pm Venue: Casuarina Library Meeting Room Bradshaw Terrace, Casuarina

11. MEETING CLOSED

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.3 YES COMMITTEE/OPEN

MINUTES YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP (YAG) MEETING 2 OCTOBER 2013

REPORT No.: 13c0100 KP:kl COMMON No.: 2638028 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Youth Services Officer, Kay Pisel

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to present the minutes of the October 2013 meeting of the Youth Advisory Group for Council’s consideration. Attachment A.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:-

Goal 1. Collaborative, Inclusive and Connected Community Outcome 1.1 Community inclusion supported Key Strategies 1.1.1 Develop and support programs, services and facilities, and provide information that promotes community spirit, engagement, cohesion and safety

KEY ISSUES

 Anti-Poverty Week – Volunteering  NT Young Achiever Awards  Quiz4Dili – Annual Fundraiser

RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:-

A. THAT Report Number 13C0100 KP:kl entitled Minutes Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Meeting 2 October 2013, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council note the total $1470.40 was donated to Action for Change following the Quiz4Dili (profit $735.19, Council match $735.19). 20 21

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BACKGROUND

PREVIOUS DECISIONS

Decision No. 21/1288 (30/07/13)

A. THAT Report Number 13C0066 KP:es entitled Youth Strategy, Loud and Clear 2009-2014: a snapshot of progress and future actions, June 2103, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council endorse the recommended initiatives and actions contained within the document City of Darwin youth strategy, 2009-2014: a snapshot of progress and future actions, June 2103, Attachment A to Report Number 13C0066KP:es.

Decision No. 20/3241 (28/09/10)

A. THAT Report Number 13C0066 KP:es entitled Youth Advisory Group minutes 4 August 2010, be received and noted.

B. THAT pursuant to Decision number 18\4539 (28/01/03) that the $3,429.00 raised by YAG and Dili Sister City Community Committee be matched with $1000 by Council.

Decision No. 18/4539 (28/01/03)

A. THAT Report Number 02C0460 AQT:kl entitled Sister Cities Fundraising Policy and Budget, be received and noted.

B. THAT the Sister Cities Management Committee adopt the following fundraising policy in 2003/2004 as an incentive to the Community members:

When Community Committees engage in fundraising, for every dollar raised by the community, the Council will provide another dollar to the maximum of $1000 per annum per Community Committee.

DISCUSSION

The main subjects for discussion at the October 2013 meeting of the Youth Advisory Group was YAG’s involvement in Anti-Poverty Week, the organisation of the YAG fundraiser, Quiz4Dili and the opening of the nominations for the Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards.

This report also contains a summary of the Quiz4Dili Fundraiser held on Friday, 4th October 2013.

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Anti-Poverty Week Youth Advisory Group members have committed to two volunteering activities for Anti–Poverty Week, 13-19 October. Members will assist at the SOS (Sunset Outreach Service) and a working bee at Ozanam House, in Stuart Park. All equipment will be provided and St. Vincent de Paul staff will be on hand to provide volunteer direction and guidance.

Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards Members were informed of the launch of nominations for the 2014 Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards. The purpose of the Awards is to acknowledge, encourage and promote the positive achievements of young Territorians aged between 14 and 27 years. Award categories include:

- Arts Award - Regional and Rural Initiative Award - Community Service Award - Small Business Achievement award - Excellence in youth Leadership Award - Young Carer’s Award - Career Kick Start Award - Environment Award - Health and Wellbeing Award Interested members were encouraged to apply.

Quiz4Dili The majority of the meeting focused on the Quiz4Dili Fundraiser, held on Friday, 4th October, 2013. The project was coordinated by the Youth Trainee, Abbey Bradhurst. YAG were involved at all levels of the organisation of the fundraiser, from promotion, prize gathering, the seeking of community support and the final presentation on the night.

The purpose of Quiz4Dili was to raise funds for the Action for Change Foundation. The aim of this Action for Change Foundation is to develop human resources and peace-building activities and educate youth about non-violence through sport and open dialogue.

YAG and GRIND were successful in gaining support from the following businesses and organisations:

- Alfred's - Elevated Boutique - Amour - Event cinemas, Casuarina - Attitude for Men, Attitude X, - Hayley Barich Thomas Chin - Hang About - Black Bambu - Humpty Doo Spices - Cameo - Inner Life - Croc Stock and Barra - Intrigue Pearls 22 23

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- Jacksons Drawing Supplies - No Culture Apparel / Silver Pty ltd Seed Jewellery - Jaroo Designs - Pan Asian Agencies - JD Designs - Paraphernalia - Monte Dwyer - Sanity, Casuarina - Nail Lovers, Casuarina - Shayote - Natural Wonders - Sportsco, Casuarina - Nenetouti Clothing - Suda - Tropical Treasures

All businesses and organisations will be contacted by letter to express Council’s appreciation of their support.

Quiz4Dili was a successful evening with approximately 70 people attending. The organisation of the night, from devising questions, coordinating raffles and games to hosting the evening was highly praised by those in attendance. All activities were facilitated by YAG members. A young man, Ryan McArthur was MC for the evening.

The event raised $2293.40 from entry fees, raffles and bar. With expenditures including catering and advertising subtracted, a total of $735.19 profit was recorded. 23 24

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In line with previous Council decision (NO. 19\4604 (12/06/07), the $735.19 raised by YAG will be matched dollar for dollar by Council, up to $1000, bringing the total to $1470.40.

Funds raised is only one measure of the event’s success. The skills acquired from organising the event and the strong local connectivity with community has provided invaluable leadership, skill and personal development opportunities for all YAG members, whilst growing the profile of the group and generating resources to assist young people in our sister city, Dili.

CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following parties were consulted:

Youth Advisory Group membership

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

All recommendations are made in line with the City of Darwin Youth Strategy, 2009- 2014. Council Decision 19\4604 provides for the dollar for dollar matching of funds raised, up to $1000.

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Pending Council determination, $735.19 will be provided by Council to match the total funds raised from the Quiz4Dili function in support of the East Timorese Action for Change Foundation. Funds are provided for in the Sister Cities operational budget.

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Nil ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

KAY PISEL KATIE HEARN YOUTH SERVICES OFFICER A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

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Attachment A: Youth Advisory Group Meeting Minutes 2 October 2013

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Youth Advisory Group Meeting Minutes 2 October 2013

1. Meeting opened Meeting opened at 5.13 pm

2. Welcome Joyce Akena (Chair) YAG Member Felix Baker YAG Member Maruop Bol YAG Member Danielle Broster YAG Member Madeleine Tait YAG Member Lang Williamson YAG Member Kay Pisel CoD Youth Services Officer Abbey Bradhurst (Minutes) CoD Youth Services Trainee Alderman George Lambrinidis Elected Member

3. Apologies Natasha Brennfleck YAG Member Alexa Morris-Lovell YAG Member Angus Robson YAG Member Matt Schobben YAG Member Gabrielle White YAG Member

4. Team Development A mini-quiz was conducted with the group as an icebreaker and introduction to the Quiz4Dili planning session.

5. Minutes of Previous Meeting The minutes of the September 2013 meeting of the Youth Advisory Group were provided for the information of the group. Accepted by D. Broster; seconded by M. Tait.

6. Business Arising

6.1 Anti-Poverty Week - Volunteering Actions identified at the September YAG meeting included members volunteering at the SOS Food van and a working bee as needed by St. Vincent de Paul. Both projects were confirmed and rosters organised. SOS Food Van Assisting with the serving of the meals to disadvantaged members of the community. Date: Mon 14th- Fri 18th Time: 5:30-6:30pm Venue: Esplanade War Memorial Car Park, Darwin city Ozanam House Working Bee

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Repainting the exterior floor and pathways outside the front office and eating area and garden maintenance. All equipment will be provided and staff will be on hand to provide volunteers with direction and guidance.

Date: Sat 2nd November Time: 9am-12pm Venue: Ozanam House, Westralia Street, Stuart Park

Members were provided with a St. Vincent de Paul volunteer form to complete. Absent members will be contacted via email and Facebook.

6.2 Quiz4Dili – Annual Fundraiser Quiz coordinator, Abbey Bradhurst congratulated the program, sponsorship and marketing teams and confirmed all tables were booked out and that local comedian, Ryan McArthur, had been confirmed as MC. Specific roles for the quiz night were discussed and allocated to YAG members. The group determined how the prizes collected through the sponsorship process would be allocated throughout the night.

6.3 NT Young Achiever Awards Members were informed of the opportunity to nominate for the 2014 Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards. Award categories include: - Arts Award - Regional and Rural Initiative Award - Community Service Award - Small Business Achievement award - Excellence in youth Leadership Award - Young Carer’s Award - Career Kick Start Award - Environment Award - Health and Wellbeing Award Interested members were encouraged to nominate. 7. Other Business 7.1 United Nations Youth Representative. Lang informed the group that UN Youth Australia has extended the deadline for Expressions of Interest for the Australian Youth Representative to the United Nations. The deadline has been extended to close of business Friday, 16th of November. More information can be found on Australian UN Youth Representative Facebook page.

7.2 Chief Minister’s Round Table of Young Territorians. Maruop informed the group that applications are being sought for the 2014 Round Table program. Applications close on Friday, 8 November 2013. Information is available at http://www.youth.nt.gov.au/youth_round_table.html

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8. Meeting Closed Meeting closed at 6:53 pm.

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.4 YES COMMITTEE/OPEN

MINUTES YOUTH ADVISORY GROUP (YAG) MEETING 24 OCTOBER 2013

REPORT No.: 13C0103 KP:es COMMON No.: 2630106 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Youth Services Officer, Kay Pisel

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to present the minutes of the 24 October 2013 meeting of the Youth Advisory Group for Council’s consideration. Attachment A.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:-

Goal 1. Collaborative, Inclusive and Connected Community Outcome 1.1 Community inclusion supported Key Strategies 1.1.1 Develop and support programs, services and facilities, and provide information that promotes community spirit, engagement, cohesion and safety

KEY ISSUES

 CBD Master Plan – Council Feedback  Ozanam House Working Bee  ‘Get that Job’ Holiday program  Youth Arts Exhibition  YAG Recruitment

RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:-

A. THAT Report Number 13C0103 KP:es entitled Minutes Youth Advisory Group (YAG) Meeting 24 October 2013, be received and noted.

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B. THAT Manuel (Chody) Lemos be appointed as a member of the Youth Advisory Group (YAG) for a three (3) year term from 1 December 2013 to 30 November 2016.

BACKGROUND

PREVIOUS DECISIONS

Decision No. 21/1288 (30/07/13)

A. THAT Report Number 13C0066 KP:es entitled Youth Strategy, Loud and Clear 2009-2014: a snapshot of progress and future actions, June 2103, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council endorse the recommended initiatives and actions contained within the document City of Darwin youth strategy, 2009-2014: a snapshot of progress and future actions, June 2103, Attachment A to Report Number 13C0066KP:es.

Decision No. 20/3241 (28/09/10)

A. THAT Report Number 13C0066 KP:es entitled Youth Advisory Group minutes 4 August 2010, be received and noted.

B. THAT pursuant to Decision number 18\4539 (28/01/03) that the $3,429.00 raised by YAG and Dili Sister City Community Committee be matched with $1000 by Council.

Decision No. 19/1648 (15/06/05)

A. THAT Report Number 05C0071 KH:kl entitled Feedback Report Youth Event PopArt 2, 2005, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council continue to support youth participation opportunities that emerge through the work of the GRIND Youth Newspaper Team and the Youth Advisory Group.

C. THAT Council congratulate the GRIND Youth Newspaper team and the Youth Advisory Group on the great success on the PopArt 2 youth event held on 28 May 2005.

DISCUSSION

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The main subjects for discussion were the CBD Master plan presentation, YAG volunteer project at Ozaman House, ‘Get that Job’ holiday program, the organisation of Youth Arts Exhibition, and YAG recruitment for 2014.

Darwin CBD Master Plan Feedback Steve Thorne from Design Urban, the Project leader for the City of Darwin CBD Master Plan provided feedback and a progress report on the project including youth input into the plan. The presentation provided an overview of the Master Plan as a whole as well as focused on the design concepts that were influenced by the consultation with young people through the youth presentations.

Significant youth concepts presented included:

- Central youth/arts hub near Civic Park including functional public art areas, green traces and buildings - Walking/cycle paths that skirt the shoreline along the Esplanade and follow through to proposed development in Francis Bay - Swimming beach area adjacent the current waterfront area - Public amphitheatre area near the waterfront - Low cost accessible transport options such as light rail and trams

The group were very positive that the concepts from the youth presentations – tropical, inclusive, engaging - were seriously considered and implemented in the design.

YAG also provided further feedback about possible noise concerns when co-locating arts and youth. They also queried how Larrakia Traditional Owners would be involved in final decision making as the plan moves forward. Steve Thorne confirmed that multilayers in building design in the Youth/Arts hub would address noise concerns. He also stated that strong engagement with Traditional Owners is fundamental to the process.

YAG thanked Steve for his efforts in incorporating youth feedback in the concept design for the Master Plan.

Ozanam House Working Bee - Volunteer Project YAG will take part in a working bee at Ozanam House in Stuart Park from 9am – 12pm on Saturday, 2 November. YAG will help with refurbishments to the building including repainting the floor of the entrance and working in the garden. This community service project was organised as part of National Anti-Poverty Week.

‘Get that Job’ Holiday Program Ciella Williams has been engaged by Council to develop a holiday work skills program in December. This program aligns with focus area 3.14 of the Youth Strategy to assist young people gain access to opportunities, information and resources.

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‘Get that Job’ is a series of workshops offered by Council targeting Year 11 and 12 students and school leavers. The program offers five training opportunities to assist young people to gain employment over the holidays. The free half day sessions include:

- Hospitality Essentials - Intro to Commercial Kitchens - Barista Training - Bar Skills - Nationally Recognised Responsible Service of Alcohol

The workshops are being provided by the International College of Advanced Education (ICAE) and the Bakhita Centre and will be widely marketed through school networks, Launch promotional material and social media.

Youth Services were successful in their application to the Northern Territory Office of Youth Affairs for a Youth Vibe grant of $2000 towards funding this program.

Youth Arts Exhibition The next major youth event is the Youth Arts Exhibition to be held from Wednesday, 4 December to Wednesday, 15 January. This is the culminating project for the youth trainee, Abbey Bradhurst. Last year, the exhibition attracted over 100 entries and featured some works of exceptional quality. During the meeting, Abbey invited feedback on two versions of a poster/flyer for the exhibition and asked members to assist with promotion.

YAG Recruitment Recruitment for the Youth Advisory Group is ongoing and essential so as to continue to provide a genuine youth voice in Council. Four YAG members will be completing their three year term in early 2014 - Angus Robson, Lang Williamson, Felix Baker and Alexa Morris-Lovell. Member Danielle Broster will be moving interstate. Recruitment drives will commence on 28 October with five school visits arranged to promote YAG as well as other upcoming youth events and programs.

YAG applicant Manuel (Chody) Lemos was nominated to join the group. Chody is a Year 10 student. He is from East Timor and is currently attending Kormilda College through a Rotary Club sponsorship. He is planning to complete his schooling in Darwin. He successfully completed his work experience with the Youth Services team in September. Chody’s enthusiasm and readiness to work in the community will make him an asset to the group.

Youth Services Officer Resignation Kay Pisel notified the group of her resignation from the position of Youth Services Officer to commence the role as Manager City Library. She thanked all members for their energy and commitment to YAG and its projects during 2013.

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CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following City of Darwin officers were consulted:

 Youth Services Trainee  Arts & Cultural Development Project Support Officer

In preparing this report, the following External Parties were consulted:

 Youth Advisory Group membership  Steve Thorne, CBD Master Plan Project Leader  Michael, Goodrich, Youth Officer, St. Vincent de Paul

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

All recommendations are made in line with the City of Darwin Youth Strategy, 2009- 2014.

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Nil

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Nil

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

KAY PISEL KATIE HEARN YOUTH SERVICES OFFICER A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact John Banks on 89300633 or email: [email protected]

Attachment A: Youth Advisory Group Meeting Minutes 24 October 2013

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Youth Advisory Group Meeting Minutes 24 October 2013

1. Meeting opened Meeting opened at 5.06 pm

2. Welcome Alexa Morris-Lovell (Chair) YAG Member Angus Robson YAG Member Maruop Bol YAG Member Danielle Broster YAG Member Madeleine Tait YAG Member Natasha Brennfleck YAG Member Matt Schobben YAG Member Joyce Akena YAG Member Krshna Capaque YAG Member Chody Lemos Observer Applicant Mitchell Reid GRIND Member Dirk van de Wildekamp GRIND Member Tinika van de Wildekamp GRIND Member Brie Dancak Young CBD Master Plan Presenter Bronson Ingham Young CBD Master Plan Presenter Amy Hetherington Young CBD Master Plan Presenter Kay Pisel CoD Youth Services Officer Abbey Bradhurst (Minutes) CoD Youth Services Trainee Diara Croker Community Development Trainee Alderman George Lambrinidis Elected Member Ciella Williams CoD Arts & Cultural Development Melanie Thomas CoD Grants Officer Luccio Cercarelli CoD General Manager Infrastructure Michael Goodrich St. Vincent de Paul Society Steve Thorn Urban Design Jane Munday Michels Warren Munday

3. Apologies Felix Baker YAG Member Gabrielle White YAG Member

4. Minutes of Previous Meeting The minutes of the 2 October 2013 meeting of the Youth Advisory Group were provided for the information of the group. Accepted by N. Brennfleck; seconded by D. Broster.

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5. Business Arising

5.1 Darwin CBD Master Plan Steve Thorne from Design Urban, the Project leader for the City of Darwin CBD Master Plan provided feedback on the progress of the project including youth input into the plan. The presentation provided an overview of the Master Plan as a whole as well as a focus on the design concepts that were influenced by the consultation and feedback with young people. Significant youth concepts included: - Central youth/arts hub near Civic Park including functional public art, green tracts and buildings - Walking/cycle paths that skirt the shoreline along the Esplanade and follow through to proposed development in Francis Bay - Swimming beach area adjacent the current waterfront area - Public amphitheatre area near the waterfront - Low cost accessible transport options such as light rail and trams The group were very positive that the concepts identified by young people – tropical, inclusive, engaging - were seriously considered and included in the design. YAG commented further that the colocation of youth and arts could lead to potential noise concerns. They also queried how Larrakia Traditional Owners would inform future directions. Steve Thorne confirmed that multilayers in building design in the Youth/Arts hub would address noise concerns. He also stated that strong engagement with Traditional Owners is fundamental to the process. YAG thanked Steve for his efforts in incorporating youth feedback in the concept design for the Master Plan. 5.2 Ozanam House Working Bee - Michael Goodrich Michael thanked the group for their volunteering effort during Anti-Poverty Week at the SOS Food Van and provided information on the next project. YAG will take part in a working bee at Ozanam House in Stuart Park from 9am – 12pm on Saturday, 2 November. YAG will help with refurbishments to the building including repainting the floor and working in the garden.

Michael also introduced a project for YAG’s consideration. He is interested in creating a Youth Film Festival in Australia similar to the ‘If I had a Trillion Dollars’ Boston Film Festival. This discussion sparked great interest from the group and was deferred for greater consideration to the next meeting. https://afsc.org/story/what-boston-youth-would-you-do-with-a-trillion-dollars

5.3 Get that Job Holiday Program – Ciella Williams ‘Get that Job’ is the December holiday program offered by Council targeted at Year 11 and 12 students and school leavers. The program offers five training opportunities to assist young people to gain employment and build upon paid work experience over the holidays.

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The free half day sessions include:

- Hospitality Essentials - Intro to Commercial Kitchens - Barista Training - Bar Skills - Nationally Recognised Responsible Service of Alcohol

The workshops will be provided by the International College of Advanced Education (ICAE) and the Bakhita Centre. Ciella encouraged YAG members to distribute ‘Get that Job’ information through their peer groups. School promotions will occur next week.

5.4 Quiz4Dili Debrief – Abbey Bradhurst Abbey Bradhurst provided a summation of the Quiz4Dili evening. 70 people attended the event with over $1400 being raised for the youth-led organisation Action for Change Foundation in Timor Leste. The funds will be used to help improve library and internet resources.

5.5 Youth Arts Exhibition – Abbey Bradhurst The next major youth event is the Youth Arts Exhibition to be held from Wednesday, 4th December to Wednesday, 15th January. This event is coordinated by Abby Bradhurst. Abbey invited feedback on two versions of a poster/flyer for the exhibition. She also asked for assistance with the distribution of the completed posters and flyers.

5.6 YAG recruitment – Kay Pisel Four YAG members will be completing their three year terms in early 2014 - Angus Robson, Lang Williamson, Felix Baker, Alexa Morris-Lovell. Member Danielle Broster will also be moving interstate. Recruitment is required to continue to provide a genuine youth voice in Council. School visits have been arranged for the next two weeks to promote YAG as well as other upcoming youth events and programs.

YAG applicant Manuel (Chody) Lemos was nominated to join the group. (1. Abbey Bradhurst; 2. Alexa Morris- Lovell). The recommendation will be considered by Council.

5.7 End of Year Celebration Kay Pisel noted that this will be the last formal YAG meeting for the year and invited suggestions for an end of year celebration. Ideas included:

- Zone 3 - Malak Pop up Gig (during Exams for some members) - Ten Pin Bowling

Discussion will continue via Facebook.

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6. Other Business 6.1 Agents of Youth Empowerment Against HIV/AIDS (YEAH). Alexa Morris-Lovell informed the group about an all-ages music event for YEAH to be held on 9thNovember at the Happy Yess. The poster for this will be placed on Facebook.

6.2 YChange Yearly Planner. YChange representative Amy Hetherington requested advice on two draft formats for a yearly wall planner for distribution to local schools. The planner will encourage young people to make positive choices about alcohol consumption.

6.3 National Student Leadership Forum Council Decision. YAG’s recommendation to Council to establish the opportunity for two young leaders to attend NSLF as an annual activity was endorsed. It will be resourced through the existing Youth Projects budget up to $5000 each year.

6.4 Northern Territory Youth Boot Camp Initiative. A written response by Attorney General John Elferink was provided for the group’s information regarding the NT Government Youth Boot Camp initiative. The letter announced the names of the two organisations selected to provide the program trial and offered thanks to the group for their interest.

6.5.YMCA Volunteer Abroad Opportunity. Kay notified the group of an opportunity presented by the YMCA to volunteer in community projects in Cambodia in July 2014.

6.6 Youth Services Officer Resignation. Kay notified the group of her resignation from the position of Youth Services Officer to commence the role as Manager City Library. She thanked the group for their commitment to YAG and its projects during 2013.

7. Meeting Closed Meeting closed at 7:04 pm.

Please note the next Youth Advisory Group meeting will be held Wednesday 5 February 2014, 5pm-7pm City of Darwin Civic Centre – Meeting Room 1. It is important that all YAG members attend each meeting. Transport can be arranged. For further information or apologies email [email protected] or phone Youth Projects on 8930 0635

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.5 COMMITTEE/OPEN

MUSIC IN THE MALL PROGRAM OPTIONS

REPORT No.: 13C0108 KH:kl COMMON No.: 215382 DATE: 22/10/2012

Presenter: Community Events and Resource Officer, Britt Guy

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

This report responds to a Council decision exploring the engagement of emerging artists/buskers in the City Mall. Various options are available for Council in supporting Mall activation by way of music, however a resource allocation is required should Council wish to undertake organised programming.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:-

Goal 4 Darwin is recognised as a welcoming and culturally rich and diverse city. Outcome 4.2 Community life rich in creativity.

KEY ISSUES

 Council coordinates a successful live music in the Libraries program at the City and Casuarina Libraries which has been ongoing since 2009, entitled LOUD @ the Library.  The Darwin Mall currently hosts a diverse array of buskers of varying levels of quality and style.  In 2013 Council’s Youth Services established the LAUNCH Pop up Gig program across the Municipality to provide capacity building and accessible opportunities for youth events delivered by young people for young people with staff/industry guidance and support.  The delivery of an organised 2014 Mall Tunes program as a weekly Dry season activity could be achieved by replicating the existing unplugged Loud @ The Library program.  All new initiatives contained within this report require an additional resource allocation. 38 39

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RECOMMENDATIONS

A. THAT Report Number 13C0108 KH:kl entitled Music in The Mall Scoping Options, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council allocate $10,000 to resource Option 1 Mall Tunes to be delivered in the 2014 Dry Season by way of a weekly Mall unplugged music performance that engages emerging artists.

C. THAT $10,000 be referred to the 3rd Quarter Budget review process to fund Mall Tunes 2014 Dry Season Program (Option 1).

OR

D. THAT Council continue with un-programmed busker activity in The Mall and seek potential grant funding opportunities for Mall activity for contemporary emerging artists.

BACKGROUND

Decision No. 20\4362 (30/08/11)

THAT a report be prepared for Council on the engagement of emerging artists/buskers in The Mall.

DISCUSSION

Council sought a review of options to engage emerging artists/buskers in the City Mall. This report provides a snap shot of national trends in Mall activation, local performance opportunities for emergent artists and recommends the resourcing of a weekly programmed Mall Tunes Dry season program, in addition to the ad hoc street busking that already exists.

Busking and street performance has a long history in city and community life around the world. For many musicians, busking is a lifestyle and career choice and provides a way to earn a living while travelling. Busking can also be a way for young and emerging musicians to practice their skills in front of an audience. Many established performers such as Bob Dylan, Billy Bragg and John Butler grew their skills through busking. Busking enlivens public spaces and adds ambience while entertaining passers-by. A quality musical performance program has great potential to draw in pedestrian and consumer traffic to a public place. In addition to contributing economic benefits, live music also adds an extra dimension for locals and tourists when visiting a commercial area.

Currently buskers perform intermittently in The Mall with busking permits issued via Tourism Top End. A total of 3-4 permits are issued weekly at a cost of $2.50 per permit. Consultation with Tourism Top End suggests that while musical/performance activity is largely well received and recognised, the current approach has no mechanism to pre-assess quality which can at times be less than ideal. The 39 40

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diversity of talent and performance quality however goes hand and hand with busking and in part contributes to its appeal and quirkiness.

In considering options, advice was sought from Music NT in respect of costs to produce a quality program of live music acts in The Mall including local bands as well as solo/duo performers. The cost was found to be prohibitive for the purpose of delivering an overall program, with the majority of resourcing needed for external administration (artist booking, artist fees, liaison, technical requirements, promotion etc.) and labour costs for PA and staging. Council has its own mobile staging and gig ready P.A, however this equipment is heavily utilised and access priority is for community groups and not for profit entities undertaking free youth and community events.

Council’s Casuarina Library and City Library hosts a Loud @ the Library program (Casuarina Library every Wednesday evening at 6 pm and the City Library every Friday lunch time) which is effective in engaging local performers and audiences and is now well established. A replica program could be initiated to feature solo/duo performers and occasionally bands performing in The Mall, for example, as an annual weekly Dry season program as a lunchtime gig.

Importantly, the success of the Loud @ the Library program relies upon acts performing acoustically (i.e. without amplification) or undertaking their own sound/technical production and providing their own equipment where necessary (i.e. amplifiers, microphones, mic stands and leads). This arrangement requires no technical supervision or Council staff time and is broadly self-sufficient following artist engagement. The program across 2 libraries operates at a cost of approximately $10,000 per annum for 100 performances per year with 100% of the budget going towards performance fees for musicians.

In 2013 the LAUNCH Pop up Gig program was established which provides a variety of opportunities for young artists to perform and deliver the events, with substantive support and guidance. Council’s Community Events & Resource Officer and Youth Services Trainee support this initiative which also utilises the Youth Activity Kit (includes Council owned small PA, large PA and accessible staging).

Contemporary approaches to activation of public spaces has grown exponentially over the past decade. Existing programs that have been highly successful nationally include:

Renew Australia (Across Australia) Renew Australia is a new national social enterprise designed to catalyse community renewal, economic development, the arts and creative industries across Australia. It works with communities and property owners to take otherwise empty shops, offices, commercial and public buildings and make them available to incubate short term use by artists, creative projects and community initiatives.

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The Rocks Pop Up (Sydney) The Rocks Pop Up activates temporarily vacant buildings by making the buildings accessible to creative workers to produce and showcase original works and host unique events, maximising activity during tenant vacancy.

Anywhere Theatre Festival (Brisbane) Anywhere Theatre Festival provides a new model for performers, businesses and audiences to engage for community benefit. Performers can produce in a sustainable way regardless of theatres, businesses can see direct benefits to their brand and bottom line and the barriers normally attached to traditional theatres are removed. This model requires substantive community work and engagement activities across the business and arts sectors and although dynamic outcomes result, it is beyond the scope of this initial report.

A programmed music in The Mall initiative, such as Mall Tunes would ideally be placed at Raintree Park with ready access to power (if required), ground seating and a steady flow of pedestrian traffic. A scheduled program could operate through the Dry season from the beginning of May till end September. The program could exist in a number of formats with differing resources and budget requirements:

Option 1 Loud@ the Library /Mall Tunes $10,000 Acts engaged to perform at Council’s Loud @ the Library program could be engaged on a 2 performance basis and could deliver a performance in the Mall, perhaps, a week after their Library gig. This Option would deliver an unplugged performance with no amplification and would require minimal staff time and resourcing, following the initial engagement. Any sound and technical equipment and expertise would need to be self-supplied by the performer.

Option 2 Solo or Duet performances by local artists $12,500 The programming could be managed by Council’s Community Events & Resource Officer utilising the small PA system. A young person trained by Council’s LAUNCH project could be employed to manage the sound equipment and technical aspects.

Option 3 Solo, Duet and Band performances by local artists $16,000 Programming could be undertaken by Council’s Community Events & Resource Officer utilising our large PA system, employing a trained LAUNCH youth graduate. The young person would need to be supported by an industry mentor and formally engaged and renumerated to ensure all technical aspects were managed to a high quality.

Option 4 External Program Delivery $40,000 The Mall music project could be programmed, managed and operated by a specialist contract or who delivers music events as core business, such as Nook Events, Skinnyfish or MusicNT.

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CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this Report the following parties were consulted:

Occupational Health & Safety Adviser Music NT Tourism Top End Skinnyfish Music Local artists Community Events & Resource Officer Arts & Cultural Development Officer Manager Library Services

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

A performance program to be hosted in the Mall requires the issuing of a permit under Council’s Public Place By-laws. The permits are currently issued by Tourism Top End.

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Currently there are no resources available to establish a new musical performance program in The Mall. Cost estimates for this initiative vary, depending on Council’s preferred way forward. Based on the Options provided, a 3rd quarter budget variation would be required to activate Options 1-3, which are estimated between $10,000-$40,000 per annum.

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RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

It is desirable that performers hold their own Public Liability insurance, however, performers who do not hold their own Public Liability insurance will be covered under Council’s policy.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil pertaining to this report.

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

BRITT GUY KATIE HEARN COMMUNITY EVENTS AND A/GENERAL MANAGER RESOURCE OFFICER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact BRITT GUY on 8930403 or email: [email protected].

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.6 YES COMMITTEE/OPEN

CITY OF DARWIN DECLARATION OF A REFUGEE WELCOME ZONE

REPORT No.: 13C0077 KH:kl COMMON No.: 2582817 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter:

Approved: General Manager Community & Cultural Services, John Banks

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to present an initiative of the Refugee Council of Australia that would translate to the declaration of the Darwin municipality as a Refugee Welcome Zone. This report invites Council to consider the appropriateness of signing the Refugee Welcome Zone declaration.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin’s Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan:

Goal 1. Collaborative, Inclusive and Connected Community Outcome 1.1 Community inclusion supported Key Strategies 1.1.1 Develop and support programs, services and facilities, and provide information that promotes community spirit, engagement, cohesion and safety.

KEY ISSUES

 Presentation of the Refugee Council of Australia’s Refugee Welcome Zone initiative.  Option for the City of Darwin to decline the invitation to join the Refugee Council of Australia’s Refugee Welcome Zone initiative and instead confirm that the spirit of the Refugee Welcome Zone is addressed under Goal 1 of City of Darwin’s Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan.  Option for the City of Darwin to join the initiative and declare the municipality a Refugee Welcome Zone.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:

A. THAT Report Number 13C0077 KH:kl entitled City of Darwin Declaration of a Refugee Welcome Zone be received and noted.

B. THAT Council decline the invitation to join the Refugee Council of Australia’s Refugee Welcome Zone initiative and confirm that the spirit of the Refugee Welcome Zone is addressed under Goal 1 of City of Darwin’s Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan.

or

C. THAT Council declare the City of Darwin a Refugee Welcome Zone by joining the Refugee Council of Australia’s initiative through signing the Refugee Welcome Zone declaration.

BACKGROUND

Previous Decisions

Decision No. 21\1463 (24/09/13)

THAT a report be prepared into the option of the City of Darwin becoming a Refugee Welcome Zone.

DISCUSSION

In July of this year, Melaleuca Refugee Centre Director, Dr Ali Nur, wrote to Lord Mayor Katrina Fong Lim inviting Council to consider participating in the national Refugee Welcome Zone initiative.

Additionally, two incoming duplicate letters have been written to Lord Mayor from two residents, along with an email from one of the residents advocating for Council to participate in the initiative.

The Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) is the national peak body for refugees and the organisations and individuals that support them. RCOA advocates for the adoption of flexible, humane and constructive policies towards refugees and asylum seekers. RCOA receives funding from a variety of sources including the Federal Government.

A RCOA initiative, the Refugee Welcome Zone, designates …a Local Government area which has made a commitment in spirit to welcoming refugees into the community, upholding the human rights of refugees, demonstrating compassion for refugees and enhancing cultural and religious diversity in the community (Attachment A). 45 46

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At the time of preparing this report, since establishment in 2002, 85 Australian Councils have supported the Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration (Attachment B). Examples include Brisbane, Hobart, Sydney and Melbourne City Councils to name a few. The City of Palmerston is also a signatory to the initiative.

Option 1: Decline the invitation to join the Refugee Council of Australia’s Refugee Welcome Zone initiative and confirm that the spirit of the Refugee Welcome Zone is addressed under Goal 1 of City of Darwin’s Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan.

Council is proud of Darwin’s vibrant cultural diversity both historically and into the present, along with our community’s willingness to embrace people from all walks of life. The Council’s commitment to a collaborative, inclusive and connected community is clearly outlined in the City of Darwin’s Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan. A key goal of the Plan is to facilitate and maintain a cohesive community by:

- Promoting Darwin’s culture - Supporting harmony with in the community - Improving community access and inclusion.

The Council continues to support the intent of initiatives such as the Refugee Welcome Zone declaration through a number of existing activities such as World Refugee Day event support, community grant funding, citizenship ceremonies, various Library activities and Healthy Darwin programming that targets vulnerable population groups.

As the City of Darwin already embraces the spirit of the Refugee Welcome Zone through a range of activities and the City of Darwin’s Strategic Plan, the added step of signing the declaration may not be essential to delivering the intended outcomes of this and similar initiatives.

Option 2: Declare the City of Darwin a Refugee Welcome Zone by joining the Refugee Council of Australia’s initiative through signing the Refugee Welcome Zone declaration.

Should the City of Darwin elect to adopt this initiative, Council would sign the Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration which states,

This Declaration is a commitment in spirit to Welcoming refugees into our community, Upholding the Human Rights of refugees, demonstrating Compassion for refugees and Enhancing cultural and religious Diversity in our community. (Attachment C)

The Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration does not confer any formal obligations, nor is the City of Darwin required to uphold any statutory responsibilities or financial commitments. It may however further support the position of Council as a supporter of human rights, cultural diversity, and compassionate treatment of vulnerable peoples. 46 47

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CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following external parties were consulted:

Refugee Council of Australia Dr. Ali Nur, Director, Melaleuca Refugee Centre

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

The recommendations within this report align with Council’s Policy No. 008 Community Services, Cultural and Social – General, which seeks to improve community access and inclusion.

Neither proposal requires any change to existing policies.

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Option 1: A decision not to sign the declaration may generate media and community commentary.

Option 2: The declaration makes a public statement as to Council’s in-principle commitment to welcoming refugees in our community and may generate media and community commentary.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

JOHN BANKS GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact John Banks on 89300633 or email: [email protected].

Attachment A: Refugee Welcome Zones: An initiative of the Refugee Council of Australia Attachment B: Current Refugee Welcome Zones Attachment C: The Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration 47 ATTACHMENT A 48

An iAn initiativeinitiative of the Refugee Council of Australia

Who is the Refugee Council of Australia?

The Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) is the national peak body for refugees and the organisations and individuals who support them. RCOA promotes the adoption of flexible, humane and constructive policies towards refugees and asylum seekers through conducting policy analysis, research, advocacy and public education on refugee issues.

What is a Refugee Welcome Zone?

A Refugee Welcome Zone is a Local Government Area which has made a commitment in spirit to welcoming refugees into the community, upholding the human rights of refugees, demonstrating compassion for refugees and enhancing cultural and religious diversity in the community.

This public commitment is also an acknowledgment of the tremendous contributions refugees have made to Australian society in the fields of medicine, science, engineering, sport, education and the arts. By making this Declaration it is hoped that local government will be encouraged in their continuing efforts to support the men, women and children who make the difficult journey to Australia to seek our protection.

The Refugee Welcome Zone initiative began in June 2002 as part of Refugee Week celebrations. At the time, 15 Councils and Shires in Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia were declared Refugee Welcome Zones. Today, with more than 80 Local Government Areas having declaring themselves Refugee Welcome Zones, the initiative has proven to be a great success in connecting local governments with the issues facing refugees and asylum seekers.

What is the process for becoming a Refugee Welcome Zone?

The process for becoming a Refugee Welcome Zone is very straightforward. It simply involves the Council signing the Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration, which is “a commitment in Spirit to welcoming refugees into our community, upholding the human rights of refugees, demonstrating compassion for refugees and enhancing cultural and religious diversity in our community”. An example of the Declaration is included at the end of this document.

To mark the occasion of becoming a Refugee Welcome Zone, many Councils and Shires choose to hold public signing ceremonies. These provide an opportunity to highlight the initiative and acknowledge the work of local groups and individuals that support refugees and asylum seekers. If possible, a representative from the Refugee Council of Australia will attend the ceremony to present a Certificate of Appreciation.

Why become a Refugee Welcome Zone?

Local Government has historically played an important role in assisting refugee settlement and promoting community harmony. Since the end of the Second World War, Australia has become home to over 800,000 refugees and we have a proud history of settling refugees from all over the world who have gone on to make an enormous contribution to our economic, social and48 49 cultural life. Becoming a Refugee Welcome Zone is a way to continue this proud tradition of supporting the settlement of refugees.

Signing the Declaration can also promote harmony, social cohesion and respect for human rights in your local community. It is a great way to demonstrate support for refugees and take a strong stand against racism and discrimination. It can help to raise awareness about the issues affecting refugees, foster a culture of mutual respect and promote an appreciation of cultural diversity.

Becoming a Refugee Welcome Zone can also encourage the development of a more coordinated approach to supporting refugee settlement. It can motivate Local Government and local organisations and support groups to work together more effectively so as to improve settlement outcomes for refugees.

What are the obligations and responsibilities of Refugee Welcome Zones?

The Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration does not confer any formal obligations and Refugee Welcome Zones are not required to uphold any statutory responsibilities or financial commitments. The signing of the Declaration is a simply a way of demonstrating broad support for the principles it contains. Any actions or activities undertaken by Refugee Welcome Zones to implement the Declaration are voluntary.

However, while signatories to the Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration are not required to undertake any specific activities, any initiatives which help to create a welcoming atmosphere and assist the settlement of refugees and their communities are welcomed and encouraged.

How can Refugee Welcome Zones support refugees?

There are many simple things that your Local Government Area can do to welcome refugees to your community: • Develop a Local Government policy relating to refugees and asylum seekers or review existing policies. • Offer funding for community-based projects which support the settlement of refugees. • Hold community picnics and gatherings to encourage families from different backgrounds and community organisations to meet. • Build partnerships and work collaboratively with local community groups and service providers to enhance support for refugees settling in your area. • Organise an event during Refugee Week, such as a street fair of festival. • Host a community meeting with newly arrived refugees and guest speakers from refugee support organisations to find out how your Council can best support refugees in your community. • Hold a multicultural film festival. • Coordinate with local libraries in the area to develop an English tutoring program for newly arrived refugees. • Liaise with the Red Cross to run information sessions for newly arrived refugees who have been separated from family members and relatives. • Hold a public forum to enable guest speakers from refugee backgrounds to share their stories.

HowHowHow hashashas your organisation, community or coucouncilncil welcomed refugees? Send in your past and upcoming events and initiinitiativesatives to media@[email protected] We’d like to hear about program or event, big or smallsmall!!!! 49

ATTACHMENT50 B Current Refugee Welcome Zones

There are currently 85 Refugee Welcome Zones in Australia.

New South Wales: Armidale Dumaresq Council, Ashfield Municipal Council, Auburn Council, Bankstown City Council, Bathurst City Council, Blacktown City Council, Blue Mountains City Council, Burwood Council, Campbelltown City Council, Canterbury City Council, City of Ryde, City of Sydney Council, Coffs Harbour City Council, Dubbo City Council, Fairfield City Council, Gosford City Council, Griffith City Council, Hornsby Shire Council, Kogarah City, Ku-ring-gai Council, Lake Macquarie City Council,, Leichhardt Municipal Council, Lismore City Council, Liverpool City Council, Manly Council, Marrickville Council, Moree Plains Shire Council, Mosman Municipal Council, North Sydney Council, Penrith City Council, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, Randwick City Council, Rockdale City Council, Sutherland Shire Council, Wagga Wagga City Council, Warringah Council, Waverley City Council, Willoughby City Council, Wollongong City Council

Northern Territory: City of Palmerston

Victoria: Bass Coast Shire Council, Brimbank City Council, Campaspe Shire Council, Casey City Council, City of Yarra Council, Darebin City Council, Greater Bendigo City Council, Greater Dandenong City Council, Greater Geelong City Council, Hepburn Shire Council, Horsham Rural City Council, Hume City Council, Maribyrnong City Council, Maroondah City Council, Melbourne City Council, Mildura Rural City Council, Monash City Council, Moonee Valley City Council, Moreland City Council, Mornington Peninsula Shire, Mount Alexander Shire Council, Port Phillip City Council, Surf Coast Shire Council, Swan Hill Rural City Council, Whittlesea City Map of RefRefRefugeeRefugee Welcome Zones in AustraliaAustraliaAustralia Council, Wyndham City Council, Yarra Ranges Shire Council

South Australia: Campbelltown City Council, Gawler Town Council, Marion City Council, Mitcham City Council, Murray Bridge Council, Norwood, 111 Payneham and St. Peters City Council, Port Adelaide Enfield City 333 Council, Prospect City Council, West Torrens City Council 444

Queensland: Brisbane City Council, 999 Toowoomba Regional Council, 404040 Townsville City Council

Tasmania: Hobart City Council, 262626 Launceston City Council 222 Western Australia: Bassendean Town Council, Fremantle City Council, Subiaco City Council, Vincent Town Council

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The Refugee Welcome Zone Declaration

(Council crest/logo)

The ______Council,

Declares the Council of ______a Refugee Welcome Zone

This Declaration is a Commitment in Spirit to

WelcomingWelcomingWelcoming refugees into our community,

Upholding the Human Rights of refugees,

Demonstrating Compassion for refugees and

Enhancing cultural and religious DiversitDiversitDiversityDiversit in our community.

______[name and title of signatory]

Date: ______

This Declaration is proudly supported and endorsed by the

The Refugee Council of Australia is a national umbrella organisation representing over 150 organisational and 550 individual members. The aim of the Refugee Council is to promote the adoption of flexible, humane and constructive policies toward refugees and asylum seekers by the Australian and other Governments and their communities.

To obtain an editable copy of the Declaration for signing by your CCCouncilouncilouncil or Shireor Shire, please contact us on (02) 9211 9333 or [email protected]@refugeecouncil.org.au 51 52

ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.7 YES COMMITTEE/OPEN

2014/2015 HEALTHY ACTIVITY AND LIFESTYLE PROGRAM PROPOSAL

REPORT No.: 13C0099 MG:kl COMMON No.: 2098451 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Recreation and Open Space Coordinator, Matt Grassmayr

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to advise of a proposed format for a healthy activity and lifestyle program in 2014 / 2015.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:-

Goal 2 Vibrant, Flexible and Tropical Lifestyle Outcome 2.3 Increased sport, recreation and leisure experiences Key Strategies 2.3.5 Enhance and improve services and facilities which encourage healthy lifestyle choices

KEY ISSUES

 Council has sought options for the format of a 2014 healthy activities and lifestyle program.  Healthy Darwin was established in June 2011 to provide physical activity, healthy eating and lifestyle programs. These programs are funded by the Australian Government’s Healthy Communities Initiative (HCI).  HCI funding expires June 2014.  Proposals need to consider a transition for Healthy Darwin participants and incorporation of the key strategies and strengths of previous programs.

RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:-

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A. THAT Report Number 13C0099 MG:kl entitled 2014/2015 Healthy Activity and Lifestyle Program Proposal, be received and noted.

B. THAT Council conducts the proposed 2014/2015 Healthy Darwin program at an estimated cost of $76K and that the matter be referred to the budget review.

BACKGROUND

The City of Darwin first supported an annual healthy activity program in 2008, originally MBF DarwinLite which in later years evolved into ActivateNT. In 2011 the program lost the services of General Practice Network NT as program coordinator following the withdrawal of funding from MBF (now BUPA). The program was last conducted solely by Council in 2012 at an estimated cost of $54,500 comprising eight weeks of healthy lifestyle and exercise events.

Previous Decision

Decision No. 21\1009 (30/04/13)

A. THAT Report Number 13C0021 ED:kl entitled Activate NT, be received and noted.

B. THAT City of Darwin’s involvement in the 2013 ActivateNT program not proceed.

C. THAT Council investigate alternative program options for delivery in 2014.

DISCUSSION

The 2012 ActivateNT program, while successful and popular, provided limited opportunity for ongoing participation due to its defined operating period. This restricted the program’s ability to deliver its intended outcomes of behavioural change and adoption of healthy lifestyle practices. The program was available to all members of the community through a registration process which created a high administrative demand.

The Australian Government has provided funding under the Healthy Communities Initiative (HCI) to the City of Darwin to develop a range of programs that support healthy lifestyle behaviours. Healthy Darwin was established to deliver effective community-based programs that encourage increased and sustained participation in physical activity and provide educational opportunities for healthy lifestyles.

Healthy Darwin focuses on those participants who identify as low income earners and works not only to improve physical health and wellbeing but also increase social connections to build stronger communities. There has been strong community uptake for Healthy Darwin which has delivered:

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 Over 180 community members from special groups (disability, mental health, indigenous and migrant).  More than 350 health checks in the community.  Active partnerships with over 75 service providers within Darwin (private business/health/community organisations and government departments).  26 education workshop programs in local neighbourhoods .  25 events designed to activate space and parks around Darwin and create new opportunities for community links.  The Bagot Women’s group which has worked specifically with residents of the Bagot community to initiate programs that build women’s skills and ultimately create a safer community.

The Healthy Community Initiative (HCI) funding agreement expires in June 2014. Part of the implementation plan is to develop measures to ensure Council has the capacity to promote and support healthy lifestyles and communities beyond the funding term. To assist in this process Healthy Darwin is developing a Community Health and Wellbeing Plan to define Council’s role and identify strategic directions and objectives relating to community health and wellbeing.

Integral to this process is the transition of current Healthy Darwin participants to any future program. Planning for this transition occurs within the context of strong community uptake of Healthy Darwin branding and programs, and a recognised need to consolidate events across Recreation Services to ensure a more effective and coordinated delivery.

In order to ensure community needs and Council’s strategic outcomes are met it is recommended that:

 Healthy Darwin continues to be delivered in a modified format as a replacement to the ActivateNT program.  The new Healthy Darwin program be made available to the whole of community and be delivered across the entire calendar year.

Proposed 2014 / 2015 Healthy Darwin Program

Objectives of the proposed new Healthy Darwin program would remain committed to:

 Encouraging social inclusion and community connections.  Promoting Council facilities and opportunities that promote healthy lifestyle choices.  Enhancing public places and open spaces.  Provide health and wellbeing opportunities for all ages and fitness levels.

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The program would focus on promoting health and wellbeing to all members of the community on a three tiered approach:

 Activate – A wet and dry season showcase where people can come and try healthy activities offered around Darwin. A chance for people to learn new skills, link in with community groups/clubs and try something new.

 Celebrate – Support and deliver a range of community events that encourage healthy lifestyles and promote Darwin’s open spaces and facilities.

 Participate – Free weekly activities in parks and community centres around Darwin. A way for people to participate in sustained weekly physical activity.

The strengths of the proposed program include:

 Opportunity for lasting behaviour change through the year-round program provision.  The potential to reach a broader spectrum of the community.  Increased links with community support services and other government departments.  Coordinated marketing and delivery that builds on existing strong branding recognized by community members and support services

A more detailed outline is provided as Attachment A – Proposed 2014/2015 Healthy Darwin Program Structure.

CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following parties were consulted:

 Healthy Communities Coordinator  Healthy Communities Program & Events Officer  Healthy Darwin 2012/ 2013 Participants  Healthy Darwin 2012/ 2013 Suppliers  Healthy Communities Advisory Group  Healthy Darwin Reference Group  Recreation Services Officer

In preparing this report, the following City of Darwin departments were consulted:

Community and Cultural Services

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

Nil

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An estimated budget for the proposed 2014/2015 program would be $76K based on the following inclusions:

Activate 2 x 2-week periods incorporating learn to swim, cooking $6,000 and gardening sessions, exercise activities, education classes and come and try sessions with clubs and providers Celebrate 12-week Healthy @ Mindil event program, 8 x Pop Up $10,000 Health Events, and support for additional community events that encourage healthy lifestyles. Participate 6 x 6-week programs for a variety of activities with 2 $10,000 classes per week to provide free weekly sessions in parks and community centres around Darwin. Resource A Healthy Darwin administrative position (permanent part $40,000 time, equivalent 0.5, level 4) would be required post HCI funding. Marketing Advertising, printed materials, media, web design, etc. $10,000 Total $76,000

HCI has allocated $15k in the 2014 budget and staff resources to implement the transition strategy. This funding would initiate the new program and deliver the proposed program across each stream until 30 June 2014.

The 2014/2015 new financial year would then draw on Council’s budget allocated as described within this proposal.

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Nil

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

MATT GRASSMAYR KATIE HEARN RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE A/GENERAL MANAGER COORDINATOR COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact John Banks on 8930 0633 or email: [email protected].

Attachment A: Proposed 2014 Healthy Darwin Program Structure 56 57

STREAMS Activate Celebrate Participate Description A re-format of the ‘Come and Try’ Support and delivery of events that Weekly activities and classes to encourage stream of the former ActivateNT to be encourage healthy lifestyles and promote sustained and regular physical activity. held over both wet and dry seasons. the use of recreation facilities and open Programs would include the most successful spaces throughout the municipality. Events weekly group activities from the HCI program. An opportunity for residents to try new would also provide opportunity for education activities and engage with sporting and participation in healthy activities. clubs and fitness providers throughout the municipality.

Objectives • Promote healthy lifestyle • Promote healthy lifestyle choices • Increases opportunities for physical choices • Enhance public places and open activity • Support local sporting clubs and spaces • Contributes to the activation of open recreational associations • Enable greater community spaces connections

Examples • Sporting clubs come and try • Pop up events – Health checks and • Group exercise activities e.g. Tai Chi, sessions education sessions Yoga, Zumba • Education Workshops – • Mindil Markets beach soccer and • Heart Foundation Walking including cooking, gardening sunset yoga • Weekly Sunday Rides and learn to swim • Alderman Events • Aldermen and bush walks • Presence at additional community program events

Key Dates 2 x 2-week periods incorporating learn April LAUNCH event Classes running in 6-week blocks across the to swim, cooking and gardening calendar year with a scheduled break in sessions, exercise activities, education Opportunity to link in with CoD and other December/January. classes and come and try sessions community events across the year. with clubs and providers Walking and Riding groups to operate across Several stand-alone Pop Up health events the entire calendar year weekly. at various points throughout the year.

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.8 YES COMMITTEE/OPEN

2013/2014 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM - ROUND 2

REPORT No.: 13C0106 SJ:es COMMON No.: 2591714 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Community Services Officer, Sheree Jeeves

Approved: A/General Manager Community & Cultural Services, Katie Hearn

PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to provide an overview of the applications received under the 2nd round of the Community Grants Program for funding of community projects (Attachment A) and climate change and environment projects (Attachment B). The report recommends funding for fifteen [15] community projects to the total value of $48,382.00 and six [06] climate change and environment projects to the total value of $27,036.00.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN

The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:-

Goal 1. Collaborative, Inclusive and Connected Community Outcome 1.1 Community inclusion supported Key Strategies 1.1.1 Develop and support programs, services and facilities, and provide information that promotes community spirit, engagement, cohesion and safety

KEY ISSUES

 Applications for funding through Council’s Community Grants Program were invited on 14 September 2013.  Applications received by the advertised closing date of 18 October 2013 have been assessed by Council staff and are presented to Council for consideration and approval.  The projects recommended for funding or part funding, meet the Community Grants Program Guidelines and are deemed to be of benefit to the broader community of Darwin.

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RECOMMENDATIONS

THAT it be a recommendation to Council:-

A. THAT Report Number 13C0106 SJ:es entitled 2013/2014 Community Grants Program – Round 2, be received and noted.

B. THAT the following grant applications for the 2nd Round of the 2013/2014 Community Grants Program for community projects be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Darwin Volunteer Unit $7,333 ii) St Vincent de Paul NT $10,000 iii) Australia Burma Friendship Association $1,000 iv) Council on the Ageing NT $5,000 v) Genealogical Society of the NT $2,500 vi) Australian Karen Organisation NT $1,000 vii) Darwin Off-Road Cyclists $2,060 viii)Australia China Friendship Society $3,000 ix) NT Space School $1,000 x) Timorese Community Centre of the NT $1,000 xi) Australian Red Cross Society $2,781 xii) Human Rights Arts and Film Festival $2,200 xiii)Lifeline Top End $6,500 xiv) Pensioners Workshop Association $2,008 xv) Australian Japanese Association of the NT $1,000 Total $48,382

C. THAT the following grant applications for the annual Climate Change and Environment Grant funding be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) The Patch $7,360 ii) Melaleuca Refugee Centre Torture and Trauma Survivors of the NT $1,500 iii) Frogwatch NT $10,000 iv) Ace Junior Tennis Supporters Club $576 v) Nightcliff Family Centre $2,600 vi) Darwin Military Museum $5,000 Total $27,036

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BACKGROUND

Decision No. 21\1107 (28/05/13)

A. THAT Report Number 13C0048 SJ:es entitled 2013/2014 Community Grant Program – Applications for 1st Round of Community Projects and Applications for Annual Climate Change and Environment Projects, be received and noted.

B. THAT the following grant applications for the 1st Round of the 2013/2014 Community Grants Program be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Catholic Care NT $5,000 ii) Skate Australia $5,000 iii) Council on the Ageing NT $6,800 iv) Disabled Sports Association NT $6,310 v) Pensioners Workshop Association Inc $ 989 vi) St John Ambulance Australia NT $9,200 vii) Darwin Visual Arts Association $6,000 viii) Australian-Japanese Association of the NT $ 600 ix) Latino NT Association $3,960 Total $43,859

C. THAT the following grant applications for the annual Climate Change and Environment Grant funding be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Wulagi Primary School $1,500 ii) Stuart Park Neighbourhood and Child Care Centre $2,000 iii) Food Care NT $8,400 iv) Tata Family Centre $1,301 v) Lakeside Drive Community Gardens $8,800 Total $22,001

Decision No. 21\653 (27/11/12)

A. THAT Report Number 12C0097 SJ:kl entitled 2012/2013 Community Grants Program – 2nd Round Applications, be received and noted.

B. THAT the following grant applications for the 2nd Round of the 2012/2013 Community Grants Program be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Australian Red Cross $3,000 ii) Star Fish Swim Group $5,000 iii) Darwin Community Arts $6,000 iv) Multicultural Council of the NT $4,000 v) The Salvation Army Property Trust NT $3,100 60 61

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vi) Arts Access Darwin $5,000 vii) The Tamil Association of the NT Inc. $3,000 viii)Satu Bulan Theatre Company $3,000 ix) Top End Orienteers NT $1,625 x) Melaleuca Refugee Centre $4,681 xi) Friends of Kahlin $6,320 xii) Larrakia Nation Aboriginal Corporation $6,320 Total $49,176

Decision No. 21\120 (29/05/12)

A. THAT Report Number 12C0030 NM:es entitled Community Grants Program 2012/2013 – Applications For 1st Round Of Funding For Community Projects Plus Applications For Annual Funding For Climate Change And Environment Projects, be received and noted.

B. THAT the following grant applications for the 1st Round of the 2012/2013 Community Grants Program be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Cancer Council NT Inc In-kind $2,600 ii) Darwin Malayalee Association Inc $3,000 iii) Northern Territory Working Women’s Centre Inc $3,670 iv) SIDS and Kids NT Inc $4,614 v) The Arthritis Foundation of the NT Inc $ 750 vi) Catholic Care NT $2,000 vii) Down Syndrome Association for the NT Inc $2,481 viii) Danila Dilba Biluru Butji Binnilutlum Health Service & Healthy Living NT $10,000 ix) Darwin Dragons Rugby Union Club Inc $4,000 x) Girl Guides NT Inc $6,000 xi) Alzheimer’s Australia NT Inc $3,220 Total $42,335

C. THAT the following grant applications for the annual Climate Change and Environment Grant funding be recommended for approval and referred to Council:

i) Malak Family Centre Inc $ 6,252 ii) COOLmob (sponsoring body NT Environment Centre Inc) $ 9,200 iii) Environment Centre NT Inc $10,000 iv) Casuarina Swimming Club Inc $ 585 Total $26,037

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DISCUSSION

In 2004 Council established a ‘Community Grants Program' with a funding pool of $100,000 per annum to support and assist community organisations in the development of activities and services that benefit the broader Darwin community. Since 2010/2011 financial year, an additional $50,000 has been allocated to the annual funding pool to assist community organisations in the development of climate change and environment projects.

The funding is disbursed bi-annually in July and January each year. Applications for funding of projects occurring between 1 January 2014 and 30 June 2014 were invited on 14 September 2013 with a closing date of 18 November 2013. Thirty eight [38] applications were received for community projects and ten [10] for climate change and environment projects.

A summary detailing the applications for funding of community projects is presented in Attachment A and includes Council Officers’ recommendations.

A summary detailing the applications for funding of climate change and environment projects is presented in Attachment B and includes the Council Officers’ recommendations.

Copies of full applications are available for perusal should the Community and Cultural Services Committee have any specific queries.

In total, fifteen [15] applications for community projects have been recommended for funding to the total value of $48,382.00. The projects have been prioritised on the basis of outcomes in context of maximum benefit to the Darwin community.

The Climate Change and Environment Grant Selection Panel have recommended six [06] climate change and environment projects for funding to the total value of $27,036.00. The projects are recommended as they fulfil the selection criteria, are in line with Council’s strategic direction, and are considered to be of benefit to the wider Darwin community.

CONSULTATION PROCESS

In preparing this report, the following City of Darwin officers were consulted:

 Executive Manager  Manager Community Development  Team Leader Capital Works

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

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events and projects which support Council’s objectives in directly benefiting and promoting the City of Darwin.

This Report is also in line with the Climate Change Action Plan 2011-2020 where action CMC4 states ‘Provide climate change and environment grant funding’.

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS

In 2004, Council resolved to introduce a $100,000 Community Grants Program funding pool to be allocated in two equal amounts bi-annually (Budget Item 221006/300/320). Of this, an amount of $15,000 is reserved to allow consideration of any submission of interest to Council for out of round funding.

Since 2010/2011 financial year, an additional $50,000 has been allocated to be distributed for climate change and environment projects (Budget Item 333045/300/320). In Round 1 of the 2013/2014 Community Grants Program $22,001 was dispersed for climate change and environment projects, leaving $27,999 remaining for the 2nd Round of the 2013/2014 Community Grants Program.

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Community organisations entering agreements with Council for grants are to be held accountable for grant funds provided via a structured acquittal process regularly monitored by staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS

Positive outcomes are expected from supporting community groups to develop projects to protect and enhance the environment in which we live.

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION

We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

SHEREE JEEVES KATIE HEARN COMMUNITY SERVICES OFFICER A/GENERAL MANAGER COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES

For enquiries, please contact John Banks on 89300633 or email: [email protected]

Attachment A: Matrix A – Community Projects 2nd Round 2013/1014 Attachment B: Matrix B – Climate Change and Environment 2nd Round 2013/2014 63 64

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) 1 Darwin Volunteer ‘Trailer’ If the grant application • DVU currently has limited resources for $7,333.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Unit (NTES) is successful the towing extra resources. The benefits of Full funding $7,333.00 Association The trailer will be used to purchase of the trailer the trailer to the Darwin Volunteer Unit Funding to be support the Darwin community would take would provide volunteers the ability to expended trailer The Darwin Volunteer Unit for such events; carry sand bags approximately one transport necessary equipment to assist with jockey wheel provides an essential and to emergency situations, carry month, depending on them with providing the best service and and spare tyre, cage important service to the Darwin required equipment such as the manufacturer’s response to operations as required. The to suit, toolbox on community. The work that can be shelters to emergency situations, work load. benefit of being able to perform our trailer and tie carried out with the trailer will continue to assist in the annual duties quickly and efficiently assists the downs. benefit a wide section of the cyclone clean up weekends by Darwin community and their property. community during emergency the City of Darwin. situations which potentially impacts all residents.

2 St Vincent de Paul ‘Street Magazine Enterprise The project is to be • The vendors will come from a range of $10,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: NT Inc NT’ ongoing and will backgrounds including mental illness, Full Funding $10,000 become a permanent homelessness, long-term Funding to be The Big Issue is an independent, fixture of the Darwin unemployment, intellectual and physical expended on The Big Issue has proven to be a not for profit organisation street scene. disability, drug and alcohol dependency Freight x 12 successful community dedicated to supporting and and family breakdown. All have been editions, support of development program in all other creating job opportunities for The intensive and homeless, marginalised or vendors and vendor capital cities in Australia. The homeless, marginalised and supportive disadvantaged through their training, program supports and creates disadvantaged people. St establishment period circumstances and are looking to establishment genuine job opportunities for Vincent de Paul NT will train and will take 6 months in improve their lives. costs. vulnerable people in our support homeless, marginalised 2014. Once • Initiatives of the Big Issue Australia and community. Since its inception in and disadvantaged Darwin successfully St Vincent de Paul NT put the client at 1996 more than 8million residents to become vendors of established, the Street the centre of the solution, providing magazines have been sold with the Big Issue magazine. The Magazine Enterprise them with the support and tools $16m going into the pockets of establishment of the Big Issue in will generate finances necessary to help themselves make Australia’s homeless, Darwin will translate to the for its ongoing positive changes. The programs also marginalised and disadvantaged enterprise operating nationally. operation. provide mutual benefit to both the peoples. vendor/participants as well as the community. 3 Darwin Symphony ‘Family Proms and Raindance’ Two performances in • Expected audience of over 200 people. $4,000.00 No – this round of Nil RECOMMENDATION: Orchestra (DSO) 2013. • Provides the opportunity for children to funding is for No Family Proms help DSO reach Saturday 30 experience classical music. Studies Funding to be projects occurring new audiences, namely young November 2013, show classical music benefits children expended on between 1 January This round of funding is for families. The concerts are short, 9.30am and 11.00am, through enhanced memory and other production, and 30 June 2014. projects occurring between 1 interactive and aimed at children Charles Darwin learning functions. marketing, venue January and 30 June 2014. The from toddlers to 10yrs old. University Casuarina • It is anticipated to lead to enquiries from hire and event will be completed before Campus. families wanting music lessons for performance fee. the Community Grants funding is children. dispersed. • Increased number of concert attendees, particularly children. • Enquiries from schools to support their music programs and DSO’s input.

4 Darwin Community ‘Viral’ Theatre in Education March/April 2014 – • The play will assist teachers and youth $5,500.00 Yes $6,000 2nd Round RECOMMENDATION: Arts Tour Organising tour workers to open up a forum to tackle the 2012/2013 for No 64 65

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) schedule with schools issue of online bullying and harassment. Funding to be Monthly Community A youth theatre group have and community • The young performers feel empowered expended on Dinners project. Although this is a worthy project developed a performance called centres. as youth leaders in their community. Director fee, project the City of Darwin has ‘Viral’ which focuses on the Being mentored by an experienced manager fee, $6,000 2nd Round contributed two substantial issues surrounding social media 2 – 6 June: 1 week Theatre in education practitioner they rehearsal venue, 2011/2012 My grants to Darwin Community Arts for young people. The group will intensive rehearsal. will learn the skills they need to tackle props, costumes, Sisters Kitchen in recent years along with tour schools, community centres issues independently in the future. technical Community Dinners support via the event resource and youth organisations to 9 – 20 June: Perform • Skin Deep Project representatives will equipment, project. bank and demand is high in the perform ‘Viral’ followed by a 1 Viral at schools & participate in the workshops to provide transport. current round of funding. hour interactive workshop about youth/community information on where young people can the issues raised. centres in Darwin. access help if they are affected by cyber bullying.

5 Australia-Burma Burmese Thingyan Water Saturday 12 April • All of the Burmese communities in $1,800.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Friendship Festival 2014 at Jingili Water Darwin – the Burman, Karen, Kareni, Part funding $1000 Association Gardens Shan, Rakhine, Rohingya as well as the Funds to be This Festival marks the start of wider community who will have greater expended on This is a successful event and an Sponsoring body – the Burmese New Year in mid- awareness of the Burmese culture. costumes for important celebration for the Multicultural April and is widely celebrated • Allows newly arrived and emerging performers, Burmese community. Council of the NT throughout Burma and Burmese ethnic community groups to showcase advertising and As there were a number of expatriate communities and celebrate their artistic and cultural promotion and applications from cultural groups worldwide. This event is in its 6th traditions, encourage cross-cultural catering. to run events for traditional year in Darwin and includes awareness and understanding, and celebrations and festivals it is traditional music, cultural promote a sense of identity and recommended to partially fund performances, traditional food belonging for migrants and refugees. $1000 towards each of them for and a waterslide for the children. equitable access.

6 Council of the A framework for seniors February to June • Great benefit to seniors community, $5,000.00 Yes $6,800 in 1st Round RECOMMENDATION: Ageing NT 2014 particularly vulnerable seniors so they 2013/2014 for 2013 Full funding $5000 Education, information pack and are informed/prepared. Funds to be Seniors Survey workshops for seniors in • NGO community by providing a expended on project This project will greatly benefit the preparing for and dealing with framework for developing plans for their management, seniors community to prepare critical events such as cyclones, clients/networks research, printing, them for emergency situations flooding and other extraordinary • Emergency services by improving workshop costs and and reduce vulnerability. The circumstances. knowledge of seniors networks for administration. project will also benefit the wider information distribution. seniors sector, as well as Council, • Stakeholders of the seniors sector in through an integrated approach to ensuring an integrated and connected emergency management and with approach to disaster management. new and valuable resources being developed for seniors.

7 YouthWorX NT Get a job, keep a job January and February • The proportion of young people (18-24) $9,680.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: 2014 not fully engaged in employment has No Sponsoring body – To assist young people to increased from 23.7% in 2008 to 27.5% Funds to be NT Industry transition from Year 12 into the in 2011. expended on Although this is a worthy project Training Bureau workforce by running 2 x week • The program will assist young people training delivery and the amount requested is a Inc. long workshops for 24 young who leave school and are left to find a individual significant portion of the people in January 2014 followed job, find their way to work and support mentoring, community grants budget and 65 66

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) by weekly support meetings in themselves. administration, only reaches a limited number of February. The program will preparation, community members (24 young ensure they are work ready and consumables, people in total). There may also have the resources to gain advertising, venue be alternative external funding employment. hire. opportunities for a project of this nature.

8 Genealogical Getting acquainted with 5 fortnightly sessions • Our seniors, who have a wealth of talent $2,500.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Society of the NT Darwin’s past for the future between February and information they can share, are Full funding $2500 and April 2014 ageing and or leaving the Territory, so it Funds to be Providing ‘hands on’ seminars is imperative that we capture their expended on This project is valuable in which encourage research, stories. Many a formerly uninterested speakers fees, reaching the seniors community recording and exchange of person has been reformed by our research, support, to record and share the history of Darwin and its families’ diverse seminars into one of being very keen to advertising, printing Darwin. The project will create a and pioneering history thereby record their family history and thus our and refreshments. valuable resource for the Darwin enlarging the community’s Darwin history so expanding our community more broadly and historical resources and communities knowledge of itself. provide an enlightening narrative contributing to pride in our own • Our many Darwin families include on our community. city and its people. numerous nationalities and cultures and the recording of their stories will ensure that this and future generations have memories of their achievements and contribution to Darwin. 9 Mindil Beach Surf Youth of a wave The program will take • The program target group is youth aged $4,080.00 Yes Council has recently RECOMMENDATION: Life Saving Club place at the Darwin between 12 and 18. provided significant No Inc. A pilot program encouraging Wave and • The program places emphasis on Funds to be funds to this group Darwin youth aged 12 to 18 to Recreational Lagoon engaging Indigenous youth due to their expended on through $4,500 Although this is a worthy project become water safe and more from February to over representation in drowning deaths qualified trainer, towards a new Council has provided significant involved in their community March 2014. and aquatic related injuries in Australia. equipment and vehicle in 2012, and funds to this group through through aquatic activities. Phase • The program is designed to assist in the entry fees. a 3 year funding $4,500 towards a new vehicle in 1 includes 2 hour weekly provision of basic swimming skills, agreement from 2012, and a 3 year funding sessions x 6 weeks to learn aquatic safety and wave riding skills. 2011 to 2013. agreement from 2011 to 2013. basic swimming, bodyboard and surf survival skills. Phase 2 – making a video of their experience. Phase 3 –Youth who participate in the program will receive a complimentary seasonal membership to Mindil Beach Surf Life Saving Club. 10 Top End Electricity – Becoming Self Equipment to be • The club purchased electronic timing $1,080.00 Yes $1,625 in 2nd Round RECOMMENDATION: Orienteers Inc Sufficient purchased in January equipment in 2012/13, the genset and 2012/13 for Junior No 2014 chords will allow the equipment to be Funds to be Development Purchase of portable genset, used at every event. expended on Program. Although this is a worthy project extension chords, powerboards • Club members as well as non-club portable genset, the demand in the current round and floodlights to allow Top End members who participate ‘on the day’ at extension chords, of funding is high and it is Orienteers to offer electronic events using timing equipment as well powerboard and considered that the other timing and additional night as the running of more night events. flood lights. projects recommended for 66 67

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) events. • The Results Officer will benefit by being funding create a broader able to utilise technology for data community benefit. Council has analysis and timing. also funded via a grant recently.

11 Wildcare NT Rescue kits for Wildcare As soon as funding is • Wildlife will benefit by receiving more $3,600.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: members available. immediate first aid. No • Wildcare members will benefit in having Funds to be To supply members of Wildcare required safety equipment and expended on 100 Although this is a worthy project st with a complete portable kit of 1 treatment equipment available at hand satchels and stock the demand in the current round Aid equipment that can be used in one easy satchel. for kits i.e. gloves, of funding is high and it is to aid injured rescued wildlife. • Concerned members of the public who scissors, bandages, considered that the other projects contact Wildcare to rescue injured antiseptic cream, recommended for funding create wildlife will also see better outcomes for antiseptic wipes, a broader community benefit. the injured wildlife. feeding syringes etc.

12 Australian Karen Karen New Year Celebration 11 January 2014 at • Provides opportunity for the Karen $1,800.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Organisation NT Casuarina Baptist community in Darwin to showcase their Part funding $1000 Karen are Indigenous rural Church culture with other multicultural groups Funds to be Sponsoring body – people of Eastern Burma. For and the wider community. expended on This will be a positive cultural Multicultural the Karen people of Burma • The wider community will have greater costumes and stage celebration and event for the Council of the NT Karen New Year is a major understanding of the Karen New Year, decorations, food Darwin community and it will celebration as it celebrates the the local Karen community and of Karen and drinks. specifically benefit the Karen number of years since the arrival culture, heritage and traditions. community. and settlement of the Karen As there were a number of people in Burma. The program applications from cultural groups will include cultural to run events for traditional performances and speeches celebrations and festivals it is from Karen community leaders recommended to partially fund and dignitaries followed by $1000 towards each of them for refreshments. equitable access.

13 Dripstone Using Technology to improve January 2014 • An interactive whiteboard would $6,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Children’s Centre early childhood learning significantly support the delivery of the No Inc outcomes Centre’s diverse and stimulating early Funds to be learning programs by providing new, expended on supply Although this project is worthy Purchase of an Interactive interesting and fun ways for our children and installation of the demand in the current whiteboard for use in the to learn and develop the skills they need an Interactive round of funding is high and it Kindy/Preschool room at the to succeed in life. Whiteboard is considered that the other Centre. Package, projects recommended for Educational funding create greater software and community benefit. training.

14 Darwin Off Road Tools for Trail Maintenance Tools purchased as • Mountain biking is growing worldwide $2,057.43 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Cyclists soon as funds and is expected to grow within the Full funding $2060 To assist with the repair and received. Trail Darwin area as the population grows. Funds to be upkeep of Mountain Bike Trails maintenance will be • The repair and upkeep of trails will expended on Darwin Off Road Cyclists are a 67 68

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) in the greater Darwin region that ongoing. benefit mountain bikers at all levels and shovel, mattock, proactive group and complete a the club uses and has oversight abilities. pack hoe, fencing lot of voluntary work to maintain of. • Charles Darwin National Park is bar, saw folding, the mountain bike trails around currently in need of repair to ensure bow saw, secateurs, Darwin. The mountain bike trails trails are safe to use, an audit is being pruning saw, lopper, are enjoyed by the wider Darwin completed this year. DORC in sledge hammer, community and maintenance of conjunction with Parks and Wildlife will wheelbarrow, hand them is of benefit to all who use be working towards improving the trolley and rakes. them. standard of the trails through regular maintenance and the erection of new signage to assist and encourage new and existing members to the sport of mountain biking. 15 Darwin Toy Library Presenting the Darwin Toy January 2014 • Darwin Toy Library provides an $2,705.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Library excellent service across the Top End. No This will allow us to build on this and Funds to be Printing of new flyers and provide up to date information to all new expended on 10,000 Although this project is worthy purchase of fridge magnets for members and new residents in Darwin. new pamphlets and the demand in the current marketing and distribution. fridge magnets. round of funding is high and it is considered that the other projects recommended for funding create greater community benefit.

16 Australia China National Conference in Darwin 7th and 8th June 2014 • At the national level to plan how to $4,500.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Friendship Society “Better City, Great Community at Novotel Darwin develop and improve the general Part funding $3000 Lifestyle Darwin” communities activities and collaboration. Funds to be • At the Territory level to strategically expended on venue, The Australia China Friendship The Australia China Society develop and improve the services that key speakers, Society is an active group in the National conference will bring will be provided to benefit the marketing and community and this conference Directors from the branches in community. promotion, will benefit the Chinese other states to Darwin as well as • Address and set action items to help the transport and community in Darwin as well a delegation from the Chinese new Chinese migrants to settle into new equipment hire. promoting the City of Darwin to People’s Association for lives in Darwin. interstate and international Friendship with Foreign • Engage the local communities to delegates. The conference will Countries. There will also be a interact with the Australia China work towards supporting and delegation from the Darwin sister Friendship Association for culture, art, strengthening Council’s Sister City city Haikou travelling to Darwin. education and historical understanding program. Through the improved cultural and awareness. exchange, the project will serve • Extend existing activities and establish to bring more tourists and new opportunities for the interaction business opportunities as well as between people of Darwin and Haikou, bridge the friendship between China (Darwin’s Sister City). the Sister Cities and different community groups.

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NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) 17 NT Space School NT Space School 2014 20-22 June 2014 at • Participation in the Space School $1,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Inc Residential CDU Casuarina provides inspiration for students to Full funding $1000 Campus with follow a career path in science, Funds to be To invite students (Year 11 & 12) excursions to Defence engineering and technology. expended on This program has been running in the NT to participate in a short bases in Darwin. • 16 students from the NT will be chosen catering, successfully over a number of residential Space Science to participate in the program. promotional t-shirts, years and offers young people School. • One of the units in the NTSS program is venue, student an opportunity to explore accredited to a Stage 1 in Community sponsorship for science, technology and Studies in the NT Certificate of AISS Winter School. engineering opportunities which Education and Training. Total project cost would otherwise not be available. • Students attending the School have the $5550. opportunity to apply to take part in Space Schools interstate and then the International Space School program at NASA in the USA. 18 Darwin Toy Library Fixing Darwin Toy Library’s April 2014 • Darwin Toy Library has over 850 active $28,000.00 No – Community Nil RECOMMENDATION: Outside Play Area members and the play area is greatly Grants Guidelines No utilised during opening hours. Funds to be stipulate that To replace the soft fall area of • The play area may have to be closed if expended on soft funding for capital Community Grants Guidelines the outside play area. repairs can’t be completed due to OH&S fall to upgrade the funds or stipulate that funding for capital risk. playground area. improvements to funds or improvements to private private land are land are ineligible. Also, ineligible. Also, Guidelines stipulate grants are Guidelines available only for up to $10,000. stipulate grants are available for only up to $10,000.

19 Carers NT Linking new family carers April 2014 • Many refugees suffer from mental $3,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: illness brought on by stress and trauma. No To engage the refugee The community as a whole will benefit Funds to be community in; a movie and lunch by empowering all its members. expended on Although this project is worthy the day and a BBQ and beach • Refugees will gain the ability to source catering, cricket set, demand in the current round of cricket day. The purpose is to social services and build and maintain wages, transport funding is high and it is identify hidden carers within the their social support structures. costs. considered that the other projects target group, identify immediate recommended for funding create and ongoing needs, provide links a greater community benefit. to social services and introduce Australian culture in and engaging and meaningful way.

20 Salt Theatre Production of the script ‘The May to June 2014 • This project will support the growth and $6,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Hoist’ by Sarah Hope development of the arts in Darwin. No Sponsoring body – • Through the production process at least A detailed budget Brownsmart Salt Theatre is a new work two professional development provided – total Although this project is worthy the Theatre theatre group that will launch on opportunities will be offered to young project cost of demand in the current round of 69 70

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) this project. ‘The Hoist’ won the and emerging creative team members. $153,888 including funding is high and it is NT Literary Award for the Best • Young people as audience members will fees, wages, travel, considered that the other projects Performance Script this year. It benefit as the main theme of the play production, recommended for funding create will be performed in partnership explores a group of friends in their last administration and a greater community benefit. with Brownsmart and Corrugated year of school and how they deal with promotion. Iron Youth Arts. change as they look to the future. • The themes also celebrate our local history and cultural diversity. 21 Timorese Cultural and Sport Activities May 20, 2014 at • The community as a whole will benefit $5,700.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Community Centre for the Celebration of Timor Nakara Oval and from this project and more specifically Part funding $1000 of the NT Leste Independence. Filipino Club Australian born Timorese youth. They Funds to be are the main target so they can expended on hire of This cultural event will benefit the Sponsoring body – The aim of the project is to understand the Timorese culture and Filipino Club and Timorese community through Multicultural continue to preserve the how the Timorese socialised with one Nakara oval, sport celebrating and preserving their Council of the NT Timorese culture and boost the another. and music culture and it will be a positive Timorese New Nationalism. equipment, food cultural celebration for the and drinks. community. As there were a number of applications from cultural groups to run events for traditional celebrations and festivals it is recommended to partially fund $1000 towards each of them for equitable access.

22 Wanderers Coolroom Upgrade to Enable Not completed • Ever increasing electricity costs have $10,000.00 No – Community Nil RECOMMENDATION: Football Club Inc Power Efficiencies put increasing pressure on the club Grants Guidelines No budget. The Club has been advised that Funds to be stipulate that a new coolroom would save expended on supply funding for capital Community Grants Guidelines approximately 30-40% in power costs. and installation of 1 funds or stipulate that funding for capital • The coolroom is used to store drinks for coolroom 3600mm x improvements to funds or improvements to private all teams – 5 junior teams, 3 senior 3600mm and private land are land are ineligible. teams. 2700mm high, panel ineligible. floor, shelving. Total project cost $15,700 club to contribute $5700. 23 Alzheimers Dementia Friendly January to April 2014 • There are more than 320,000 $10,000.00 $6,000 of the funds $2,300 in 1st round RECOMMENDATION: Australia NT Communities: Safe Return Australians living with Dementia, this requested is for 11/12 for the Annual No Program number is expected to increase to Funds to be Alzheimers NT staff Tea Dance 2011. 400,000 in less than ten years. expended on wages, wages; Community Majority of the funds requested in A program that gives carers of • Alzheimers Australia NT currently has promotions and Grants Guidelines $3,220 in 1st Round this application are for wages people with Dementia peace of 160 people living with dementia in awareness raising stipulate that 12/13 for Annual Tea which are considered ineligible in mind if the person tends to Darwin registered on the Safe Return activities, requests for Dance. the Community Grants wander from home. The program Program. It is estimated that there is administration. ongoing/core Guidelines. Also, Alzheimers NT involves assessing the persons over 800 people with a dementia functions of an has received two grants in recent need and registering their details diagnosis in the Darwin region. organisation are years and demand is high in the on the police data base. The • With lack of resources and program ineligible. current round of funding. 70 71

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) information is linked to the development these people may not person by an individually have access or awareness of the identified bracelet. The program program. has been running for four years but needs review, development and promotion.

24 Australian Red Darwin and the Laws of War 19th February 2014 to • Darwin is the only location in Australia $2,781.00 Yes $4,895 in 1st round RECOMMENDATION: Cross Society coincide with the where war crime tribunals were held 11/12 for Bush Full funding $2781 2014 is the centenary of both Bombing of Darwin. enforcing International Humanitarian Funds to be Tucker and World War 1 and the Australian Law(IHL). The project will commemorate expended on Medicine Garden in This project celebrates a major Red Cross. In 2014 Australian Australia’s experience of warfare and catering, beverages, Bagot Community. commemoration and raises Red Cross will participate in showcasing Darwin as a place where promotional important community awareness many events across the country IHL has been enforced in Australia. material, guest $3,000 in 2nd round of a little understood part of our to mark the 100 year • The lecture will provide a greater speaker. 12/13 Community local history. The project will anniversary. This project will understanding and appreciation of Grants for Shak benefit the community through include a lecture, with question Darwin’s rich cultural heritage relating to Angels School increased knowledge of Darwin’s and answer session, on the topic the bombings in 1942 and war crimes Holiday Project. unique history as the only of war crimes trials that occurred trials in 1946. location in Australia where war in Darwin in 1946. • It will provide increased understanding crimes tribunals were held. It will of laws and protection under IHL and also provide increased their importance in time of conflict, understanding of the importance including particular themes such as the of IHL in times of conflict. The protection of Prisoners of War and project will directly benefit Council enforcement of IHL. by complementing the Bombing of Darwin program.

25 Human Rights Arts HRAFF on tour – Darwin May or June 2014 • The films will engage the community $2,200.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: and Film Festival with important social justice issues in an Full funding $2200 Inc This is the annual touring leg of entertaining and creative way. Funds to be the Human Rights Arts & Film • HRAFF will support local community expended on This group has already formed Festival. HRAFF plans to organisations; in the lead up to the speaker fees, venue partnerships with Darwin expand the national tour to festival, local partners will have the hire, technical organisations and are committed include Darwin. Over 3 days opportunity to be present and affiliate costs, film to working with and creating HRAFF will screen a small with HRAFF activities, gaining the licencing. benefits for Darwin arts and selection of the festivals best opportunity for networking and engaging Total project cost of human rights groups. The human rights films at the audience members in their work. $8,305. Festival will reach a large number Deckchair Cinema. The films will • The festival brings films that would not of community members and be accompanied by otherwise screen in Darwin, activities educates the community about conversations around the that encourage community involvement important social justice issues in various human rights issues in (such as speakers on the panels and the community. the form of post-film panel connection to local human rights discussions and stand alone organisations) and an intimate, rich forums. experience for audiences to engage with world-class documentary style films accompanied by critical analysis and discussions. 26 Millner School Growing Community January to June 2014 • The Millner community will benefit from $4,530.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: 71 72

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) Council Inc the shade and food provided by the No Millner School has a diverse Garden to be ongoing. trees planted along the community Funds to be cultural background, 72% of accessible corridor between the school expended on plants, Although this project is worthy the students speak English as a garden and the oval. reticulation demand in the current round of second language, 42 different • Millner parents/carers will be given the supplies, mulch, funding is high and it is languages/dialects are spoken at opportunity to share their cultural fertiliser, catering, considered that the other projects the school. This project will bring knowledge, connect with the local jumping castle. recommended for funding create the wider community into the community, gain confidence to greater community benefit. school to plant edible trees participate in school life and appreciate representing the various cultural the value of their diverse community. backgrounds of the community • Millner school staff will gain greater and promote knowledge of understanding of student families edible plants to the community. through increased school/home The funds will facilitate communication. workshops, establish the garden • Students through parent involvement and hold a planting event. and class activities, sharing cultural knowledge, learn about variety of foods and how to grow them. 27 The Smith Family Darwin Girls Choir May and June 2014 • The project will encourage $10,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: disadvantaged girls, particularly No Employ a choir expert for four Indigenous girls, to benefit from Funds to be weeks to work intensively with a participating in a choir. expended on choir Although this is a worthy project choir of up to 100 girls attending • Research indicates that young people in master fees and the amount requested is a middle school, drawn from all lower income families are less likely to transport and significant portion of the schools in Darwin region. There participate in organised activities with a accommodation for community grants budget and will be a focus on and support focus on sports, music, and social choir master. the whole amount is to be used for participation of Indigenous activity clubs. just for the choir master’s fee, girls. The project will finish with a • Girls who are interested in continuing transport and accommodation series of public performances. singing will be assisted by the Smith costs. Family to join existing choirs. • Singing communally has many beneficial impacts on language development, literacy, numeracy, creativity, fine motor coordination, concentration, self-confidence, emotional sensitivity, social skills, team work, self-discipline and relaxation. 28 Playgroup New Darwin Families Inclusion As soon as funds • Playgroup NT has recently formed a $12,553.00 Community Grants Nil RECOMMENDATION: Association of the and Support Program received. partnership with the Defence Forces Guidelines stipulate No NT based in Darwin and are working to Funds to be that funding of only Purchase of a small van to carry connect the new families into the wide expended on Suzuki up to $10,000 will The grant is requesting funds all the resources, and two staff range of local community resources. Van. Total cost of be provided. above the limit of $10,000 which members, to the many venues • The van will assist in connecting these $17,553, remaining is stipulated in the Community as efficiently as and families to new community organisations funds to be raised. Grants Guidelines. The van will economically as possible. as well as strengthening the local only provide limited community organisations through new members. benefit as it is mainly used to transport staff.

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NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) 29 Lifeline Top End Lifeline Top End Face-to-Face January to June 2014 • People in the Darwin community who $10,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Online Counselling Project are at higher risk of suicide, Part funding $6500 experiencing emotional distress, Funds to be An upgrade of technology to feelings of isolation and seeking a expended on The amount of $6500 funds the enable online face-to-face counselling service. technology technology upgrade which is counselling and improved client • The online counselling would particularly upgrade, promotion, needed to allow Lifeline Top End data collection operations. The benefit; people who are too vulnerable marketing and to run Face-to Face Online project will also include a to leave their home for counselling, advertising, Counselling. This service will be promotional campaign and people who have mobility and transport consultancy, project valuable to vulnerable members materials. issues i.e. people with disability or management. of the community needing injury, parents with small children who counselling but are unable to can’t arrange childcare, assisting in access counselling sessions in breaking down the stigma of attending person. counselling for those at high risk of suicide (men under 44yrs of age) by providing easier access to face to face counselling.

30 Croker Islanders Croker Islands ‘Elders Healing Sessions held Every • The program commenced in 2011 with 9 $10,730.00 Application is not Nil RECOMMENDATION: Aboriginal & Social Group’ (Arts and Tuesday at Nightcliff members and now has 25 participants. able to be No Corporation Craft) Uniting Church. • The Elders and their families who have Funds to be considered at been separated under the past policies expended on art and this time due to Application is not able to be The weekly sessions for Our and practices of the Australian craft materials, noncompliance considered at this time due to Stolen Generation members venue hire, catering. Government. with Council’s noncompliance with Council’s plays an important therapeutic • The program provides emotional fee/charge fee/charge requirements. role in their journey of healing support, emotional and social well-being requirements. and bringing together Aboriginal services and referral services for Stolen

people to socialise, share their Generation members and their craft and stories from various descendants in the Top End area. Missions and Institutions that they grew up in when they were removed from their families.

31 Milkwood Steiner Home. School. Community. Noticeboards erected • Aimed at improving the wellbeing of the $9,920.00 Nil RECOMMENDATION: School Association Term 1. children through the education of No The project will deliver 2 sets of parents who identify themselves as Funds to be 5 parent workshops, 8 facilitated Parent workshop - 1 consciously and actively parenting and expended on Although this project is worthy the conversations and 4 school tours per term. also stating a need for greater workshops, school demand in the current round of promoted on 2 new understanding and support to make tours, double sided funding is high and it is noticeboards, fliers, electronic Facilitated educational and healthy life choices for outdoor notice considered that the other projects media and radio and print conversations – 4 per their child. boards, marketing recommended for funding create community notices. term. and media. greater community benefit.

School tours – 2 per term.

32 Melaleuca Swim Survive School Holiday January school • Young people from a refugee $8,227.00 No – The $6,676 in 2nd round RECOMMENDATION: Refugee Centre Program 2014 holidays at Casuarina background will benefit greatly from the Community Grants 10/11 for Swim No 73 74

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) Torture and Swimming Pool. programs as they learn the skills Funds to be Guidelines stipulate Survive School Trauma Survivors The swimming program is aimed necessary to navigate water in a safe expended on that grants for Holiday Program The Community Grants of the NT towards young people of a manner. swimming recurrent funds are 2011. Guidelines stipulate that grants refugee background who are • Families of the young people who live instructors, ineligible. for recurrent funds are ineligible. newly arrived in Australia. on a low income will benefit as it Melaleuca staff, $4681 in 2nd Round provides an opportunity for their children food, transport. 12/13 for Swim The primary aims of the to participate in a free school holiday Survive School swimming program are to learn activity. Holiday Program. water safety and swimming • This program offers organisations from skills, build self-esteem, social the wider community an opportunity to connections and encourage foster relationships with these young participation through people, for example the project will be engagement in social activities. run in conjunction with Royal Australian Life Saving Australia (NT) and their dedicated staff.

33 NT Shelter Inc NT Homelessness Sector Day 13 May 2014 at • The homelessness services sector and $4,636.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Rydges Airport Hotel Territorians affected by homelessness No Targeted for the specialist will benefit from an informed Fund to be homelessness sector to engage homelessness services sector focused expended on hire of The funds requested are for the in workshop activities which on sharing resources and united in the Rydges Airport hire of Rydges Airport Hotel. examine the issues and status of sector priorities. Hotel for the venue. Although this project is worthy the homelessness to identify demand in the current round of solutions and effective funding is high and it is responses to homelessness in considered that the other projects the NT. recommended for funding create greater community benefit.

34 Pensioners Periodic Scroll Saw training As soon as funds • The workshop promotes and assists the $2,008.00 Yes $989.00 in 1st RECOMMENDATION: Workshop workshops received. welfare and good of pensioners through Round 2013/14 for Full funding $2008 Association Inc physical and mental recreation Funds to be workshop tools. Funding is used to purchase • The workshop assists with improvement expended on Scroll This community group provides new equipment, replace old, of general health and wellbeing through Saw, stand, blades, an important recreation worn out or non-working being usefully employed in their leisure. adhesives, opportunity for seniors to connect equipment along with • The workshop also makes items for sandpapers, laser with people, complete workshop consumables in the workshop. other not-for-profit organisations at a photocopier. activities and contribute items to minimal cost to cover timber purchased other not-for-profit organisations. i.e. mahogany bench seat for Rotary for This creates positive health and Tiwi Retirement Village, PROBUS wellbeing outcomes and honour board cupboard, toys for promotes active ageing in the childcare facilities. seniors community.

35 Multicultural Getting it Down January to July 2014 • The workshops will include young $5,000.00 Yes $4,000 in 2nd Round RECOMMENDATION: Council of the NT people from Down Syndrome NT Sing 12/13 for Ozfusion. No NT Dance Company, Down Song Signers. The Sing Song Signers Funds to be Syndrome NT Sign Choir, Indian will learn a cultural dance and in expended on venue $5,000 in 2nd round Divas, Keltikka Irish Dancing, exchange teach that group signing hire, costumes, 11/12 for OzFusion. Although this is a worthy project 74 75

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) Winesia Indonesian Dancers, through that music. props, instruments, the City of Darwin has contributed Dravidan United and Sri Lankan • All participants in the project will gain advertising. $6,200 in 2nd round three substantial grants to the Dance Academy are joining skills in dance, music and stage 10/11 for Art & Craft Multicultural Council in recent together to hold workshops production as well as a greater Projects for Newly years and demand in the current based n the theme ‘Getting it appreciation for other cultural groups’ Settled Refugee from round of funding is high. Down’. The cultural dance dance and music. the Bhutanese groups will exchange their Community. cultural music to another cultural group to choreograph their own dance using their own skills. By the end of the project all participants will showcase their choreography at the Darwin Entertainment Centre. 36 Football Multicultural new player March 2014 • For individuals who are socio- $5,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Federation NT Inc “Come and try” / registration economically disadvantaged and unable No day to pay normal registration fees, FFNT in Funds to be conjunction with member clubs will expended on Although this project is worthy the This project will target individuals provide fee support as well as volunteer advertising, demand in the current round of and families who have migrated options as an offset for registration fees. promotion and funding is high and it is to Australia. They will be invited • Darwin’s multicultural community groups cleaning. considered that the other projects to come out and experience a and clubs will be invited to set up food recommended for funding create family oriented multicultural stalls on the day as an opportunity for greater community benefit. festival day where both children them to generate revenue for their and adults will be given an groups. opportunity to freely participate • New migrants to Australia will benefit in the sport of football on the through greater connections to their day. They will also be provided community by joining a sporting club. with the opportunity to register • Member Clubs and FFNT will benefit with one of many local member through greater memberships. clubs who will be present at the event.

37 Australian Children’s Day Celebration 5 May 2014 • The Japanese and non-Japanese $5,000.00 Yes $600 in 1st Round RECOMMENDATION: Japanese children that participate in the event as 13/14 for Japanese No Association of the Children’s Day is celebrated on well as the parents and grandparents Funds to be Cultural Day. NT 5 May in Japan. The aim of who will have the opportunity to proudly expended on venue Although this is a worthy project Children’s Day Celebration is to display their culture for others to enjoy. hire, advertising, the demand in the current round provide insight into Japanese promotion, of funding is high and City of culture in a fun and engaging materials for Darwin contributed a grant to this way – especially with respect to decorations and group in the last round of funding all the children that are present. childrens games. and it is recommended to fund their application for the Setsubun Festival in this round.

38 Australian Setsubun Festival First week of February • The non-Japanese participants who will $2,500.00 Yes $600 in 1st Round RECOMMENDATION: Japanese 2014 have the opportunity to engage in this 13/14 for Japanese Part funding $1000 Association of the A fun Japanese festival traditional festival. Funds to be Cultural Day. 75 76

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Council Funding in Officer Assessment Criteria the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) NT celebrated the day before the • The Japanese participants who will have expended on venue This event will celebrate an first day of spring (3 Feb). the opportunity to proudly engage in this hire, advertising, important cultural event for the Families celebrate by throwing traditional festival and display their administration and Japanese community which will roasted soybeans outside the culture for others to enjoy. decorations. the wider community. door of their house to chase out As there were a number of the Oni (naughty ogres or spirits) applications from cultural groups and bring happiness or luck for to run events for traditional the following year. celebrations and festivals it is recommended to partially fund $1000 towards each of them for equitable access.

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NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Criteria Council Funding in Officer Comment the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) 1 Live and Learn Sustainable Living Darwin March, April, May • Trial 1: Living Smart Program is a $9700.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Environmental – Living Smart at Home 2014. community based behavioural change No Education and Work: Pilot program that engages with households Funds to be Sustainability Program Living Smart is an 8- to reduce their energy and water use, expended on venue The assessment panel does not 10 week program. waste disposal and car-based transport hire, materials, recommend funding this project The project aims to trial 2 through knowledge and skill program due to there being other established sustainability The Sustainable development. coordination/works providers who already offer this training packages to assess Business program is a • Trial 2: Sustainable Business will hop delivery, service in the Darwin community their effectiveness and one day workshop. provide education, information and administration, bus therefore creating a duplication feasibility for practical actions relevant to Darwin hire, Be Living of services. ‘mainstreaming’ into longer small to medium business on energy, Smart Inc term programs in Darwin. water, waste and consumable registration fee, efficiencies. Advertising.

2 The Patch Edible Plants for All January to September • This garden will be part of The Patch $7360.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: 2014 relocation to Lakeside Drive and add to Full funding $7360 Sponsoring body – To create an accessible the usability of the garden for people Funds to be Lakeside Drive food garden for people with with disability and their ability to expended on The assessment panel Community Garden disability and mobility contribute to reducing their carbon irrigation, soil recommends full funding of this Inc constraints. This will include footprint. manure and mulch, project. The Patch run a wheelchair access, • Growing food locally is important to fridges for garden successful program for people pathways and raised sustainable community activity. It invites beds, fruit trees, with disability and these funds garden beds using painted people to participate in a vibrant seeds, seedlings, will assist in establishing fridges. community, share knowledge and pavers, partial accessible garden beds. The building social capital. fencing. project will help The Patch to establish the gardens at the Lakeside Drive site which will assist The Patch with the relocation to the new site.

3 Melaleuca Refugee Melaleuca Community February to April 2014 • Directly impact the 150 current clients of $1500.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Centre Torture and Garden Project – construction of Melaleuca and new clients who arrive in Full funding $1500 Trauma Survivors of garden. 2014. Funds to be the NT To develop a low cost Garden will be • Also aim to engage individuals of expended on The assessment panel community garden to ongoing once refugee background who may not be irrigation, seeds and recommends full funding of this enable clients, volunteers constructed. current clients of Melaleuca. plants, tools and project for Melaleuca Refugee and staff of Melaleuca • Melaleuca’s 104 volunteers and 35 staff. signage. Centre to establish a community Refugee Centre, as well as • Increased social connections, garden at the Centre. The project communities of refugee knowledge, skill development, will have positive impacts for a background to participate in confidence and self-esteem for all vulnerable group in the and share knowledge with involved. community. The project will also others about food • Reduction in greenhouse emissions by provide education about production. strengthening and promoting local food greenhouse emissions and production. sustainable food sources.

4 FrogWatch NT Inc Managing Urban Reptile January to December • Increasing awareness by involving the $10,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Diversity & Environmental 2014 community in monitoring research about Full funding $10,000 Responses our reptile population. Funds to be • Reptile populations which have declined expended on The assessment panel Project will engage the Microchips and recommends full funding 77of this 78

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Criteria Council Funding in Officer Comment the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) community in managing our sharply since the arrival cane toads. field equipment, project with the focus to be on urban reptile populations • Darwin community through increased operating species consistent with Council’s through better managing awareness of native reptiles in the urban expenses, biodiversity program. Frogwatch threats like cane toads. area, as well as by having animals like insurance, has provided valuable data to the Yellow Spotted Monitors and Frill- coordination and Council in the past and the panel neck lizards continue to exist in good support costs, believe the outcomes of this numbers in East Point and areas of media and project will also be valuable to Northern Suburbs. communication Council and links well to the • The project will assist City of Darwin in strategy inc web biodiversity program. achieving objectives under its Evolving based information Darwin strategy especially the goal to and public display Create and Maintain an Environmentally material. Sustainable City. 5 Australian Red Cross Growing Hope January to June 2014 • Red Cross Migration Support Program $9,600.00 Yes $4,895 in 1st round RECOMMENDATION: Society establishment of works with approx. 90 asylum seeker 11/12 for Bush No Development of an organic, garden. clients who are living in the community Funds to be Tucker and Medicine sustainable, food-producing without work rights, they will learn how expended on Garden in Bagot The assessment panel does not community garden to Garden to be ongoing. to develop and maintain a sustainable workshops, tools, Community. recommend funding this project. reduce greenhouse gas community garden and produce their equipment, The panel has recommended emissions produced by own organic food, increasing food fertiliser, irrigation, funding of three other projects reliance on food transported security for asylum seekers. Hands-on garden set up, plot which are also the establishment from interstate. practical workshops will be provided to hire, catering. of community gardens; them on organic garden establishment, Melaleuca Refugee Centre, The maintenance and food production. Patch and Nightcliff Family • Also will work with Melaleuca Refugee Centre, the panel wants to Centre and Anglicare Refugee Services ensure a range of activities are to open up to their clients. supported with the funds • Estimated production of 11,000kg of available. vegetables which would otherwise be purchased over the year. 6 Ace Junior Tennis Aces can and bottle The bins will be • The club has considerable amount of $576.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Supporters Club Inc recycling project purchased as soon as cans and bottles which currently are Full funding $576 funds received. discarded with general waste. This will Funds to be To collect the bottles and increase recycling and reduce litter and expended on 6 x The assessment panel cans at the AWOF Sports the amount of rubbish going to land fill. wheelie bins and recommends full funding of this Centre to recycle through • The ‘Cash for Containers’ will help to 10 pairs of Gloves. project. This low cost project the ‘Cash for Containers’ raise funds for young tennis players to creates valuable community program. travel and participate in junior tennis education about recycling and tournaments throughout the NT and the money that is made will interstate. support junior tennis programs.

7 Ludmilla Creek Connecting with our All works to be • The extended pathways will create a $23,200.00 No – Community Nil RECOMMENDATION: Landcare Group Creek completed by June more extensive and connected Grants Guidelines No 2014. recreational pathway network for the Funds to be stipulate that grants Project includes extended community. expended on are available for only The Community Grants the existing pathways, • The pathway network is an important gravel for walking up to $10,000. Guidelines stipulate that grants planting program to aspect of the fire management plan tracks, plants, are available for only up to increase biodiversity and providing access for fire management interpretive signs. $10,000. Council’s Parks team shade, managing and activities and providing a basis for are already working with the78 79

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Criteria Council Funding in Officer Comment the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) reducing impacts of weeds, mosaic and controlled burns. Ludmilla group on other projects. installation of interpretive • The planting program will increase The panel will recommend the signage. biodiversity and shade for the pathways. Ludmilla Landcare Group look • Enhanced water quality entering the into the Natural Resource creek and ultimately the harbour. Management grants program • Enhanced community understanding which suits this type of project. and appreciation of the creek and adjoining vegetation communities through installation of interpretive signs. 8 Calma Gardens Green Waste Sound November to January • The 74 units in Calma Gardens through $1,100.00 No – Community Nil RECOMMENDATION: Community Project Mound 2014 convenient means to dispose of green Grants Guidelines No waste, providing a practical and hands- Funds to be stipulate that funding Sponsoring body – Part of the Calma Gardens on opportunity to improve local expended on hire for capital funds or Community Grants Guidelines Fannie Bay History & Buffer Zone Rehabilitation biodiversity and visual amenity, and of trailer, hire of improvements to stipulate that funding for capital Heritage Society Inc and Restoration Project. reducing sound and light intrusion from excavator, private land are funds or improvements to private busy roads. purchase of native ineligible. land are ineligible. • Re-greening and beautification of this seed mix and part of Darwin landscape will enhance seedlings. the Darwin experience for visitors travelling to and from the airport. • Re-greening will benefit the community through carbon sequestration and improved air quality. 9 Nightcliff Family Busy Green Bees – January to March • Helps to meet the requirements of the $2,600.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Centre Inc Environmental and 2014 National Quality Framework, Quality Full funding $2600 sustainability awareness Areas 2 – Childrens Health and Safety Funds to be and Area – 3 Physical Environment. expended on The assessment panel To educate and encourage • Children and families attending the NFC garden beds, pots, recommends full funding of this environmentally will benefit which is approx. 60 families soil, mulch, native project to create an environment responsibility, respect and per week. plants, herbs, bird that will educate the children sustainable practices • Children benefit through; being able to feeders, worm about the environment and through further developing explore natural environment; towers, children’s sustainable activities through an the children’s garden: imaginative play; encouraging gardening tools. inviting play environment. The establishing new vegetable ownership, care and responsibility of the children will also participate in gardens, purchase of worm environment; practice sustainable the establishment and ongoing towers for food scraps, activities such as composting food practice of positive planting native plants for scraps, promoting healthy eating habits. environmental and sustainable screening, & bird feeders activities. for native fauna species. 10 Darwin Military ‘Beautification and Within 6-8 months of • This will benefit the 65,000+ annual $5,000.00 Yes Nil RECOMMENDATION: Museum Ltd Landscaping of Memorial the grant decision, visitors to Darwin Military Museum, Full funding $5000 War’ depending on including the thousands of Darwin Funding to be seasonal school children who are admitted free expended on The assessment panel In 2012, a NT Grant consideration and the every year. quotation from recommends full funding of this enabled the creation of a availability of the • The project will landscape the Lawn ranger project. The project supports the Memorial Wall listing all the contractor. embankment which is 40-50m long and Landscaping & regeneration of this area of East names of those killed in the 1.2m wide. A garden bed will house Irrigation Services, Point, improving biodiversity and northern Australia area some 60 new native / water-wise plants. contingencies, reducing the impact of weeds. A during WWII. This is the Darwin Military condition of the funding is79 that 80

NO. Organisation Title of Project Timing Community Benefit Amount Meets Grant Criteria Council Funding in Officer Comment the past 3 years? Sought (excl GST) only site where all of those Museum the group work with Council’s names are gathered and is supervision. Parks team in the selection of a highly significant place for endemic species. the remembrance of their sacrifice. It is proposed to landscape this area.

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9. OFFICERS REPORTS

9.9 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results Report No. 13TC0073AH (18/11/13) Common No. 482285

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ENCL: COMMUNITY & CULTURAL SERVICES AGENDA ITEM: 9.9 YES COMMITTEE/OPEN

2013 COMMUNITY SATISFACTION SURVEY RESULTS

REPORT No.: 13TC0073 AH:ah COMMON No.: 482285 DATE: 18/11/2013

Presenter: Acting Executive Manager, Anne Hammond Approved: Chief Executive Officer, Brendan Dowd

PURPOSE The purpose of this report is to present the results of the 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey as provided in Attachment A and provide the Elected Members the opportunity for further discussion regarding the results.

LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN The issues addressed in this Report are in accordance with the following Goals/Strategies of the City of Darwin 2012 – 2016 as outlined in the ‘Evolving Darwin Towards 2020 Strategic Plan’:- Goal 5 Effective and Responsible Governance Outcome 5.3 Good governance Key Strategies 5.3.4 Encourage community participation by engaging, communicating and working in partnership with the community

KEY ISSUES  The Darwin community’s satisfaction with Council remains high, with this year showing the highest level of overall satisfaction recorded in the five years of surveying (3.8 out of 5).  In regards to overall satisfaction, those stating they were ‘very satisfied’ increased to 17%, up from the 10% – 12% recorded in previous years.  In regards to the ‘importance’ of services compared to ‘satisfaction’, four areas have been identified as priority improvement areas. These are:- o Car parking in the CBD; o Public toilet maintenance; o Access to/location of public toilets; and o Domestic dog control and education. 82 83

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RECOMMENDATIONS THAT it be a recommendation to Council:- THAT Report Number 13TC0073 AH:ah entitled 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results including Attachment A, be received and noted.

BACKGROUND The purpose of conducting annual surveys is to understand current community perceptions of Council, identify any areas for improvement and also track the effect of any organisational changes implemented to address previous survey results. Particular care was taken to ensure that those surveyed matched our community profile (i.e. represented all ages, genders, household type and composition, employment status, income range and matched the size of suburban populations). This was the third year that the consultants were able to use mobile phone numbers, thereby ensuring that all demographics were adequately represented In addition to this, Council also had hard copy surveys available during this period at all four Council libraries and at the Civic Centre front counter to ensure that all residents had the opportunity to participate. The results were previously endorsed by Council (refer Report No. 13TC0063). The decision of Council was as follows:- 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results Report No. 13TC0063 AH:ah (15/10/13) Common No. 482285

A. THAT Report Number 13TC0063 AH:ah entitled 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results, including Attachment A, be received and noted.

B. THAT the report 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results, including Attachment A, to Report Number 13TC0063 AH:ah be submitted to each of the standing committees to enable detailed discussion on the portfolio areas.

DECISION NO.21\1485 (15/10/13) Carried

DISCUSSION The 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey was Council’s fifth ‘annual survey’, with a previous survey also conducted in July 2005. Within the survey two methods of reporting results are utilised; an overall percentage (%) and a rating system of 1.0 – 5.0 with:- o <2.9 representing a low level of importance/satisfaction; o 3.0 – 3.4 representing mixed level of importance/satisfaction; o 3.5 – 3.9 representing relatively high levels of importance/satisfaction; 83 84

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o 4.0 – 4.4 representing very high levels of importance/satisfaction; and o >4.5 representing an extremely high level of importance/satisfaction. In regards to overall satisfaction, the City of Darwin remains relatively high with an overall satisfaction rating of 3.8 (out of 5), which is a very commendable result when compared to other Local Government Councils around Australia and is the highest result that the City of Darwin has received over the five years of surveying. Awareness of many of Council services has increased. In previous years the verbatim comments highlighted that there is a level of confusion regarding Northern Territory Government and the City of Darwin responsibilities. Whilst ambulance, hospitals, public transport and others are still being cited, there does appear to be some improvement. We then go onto to ask “which services have you used in the past 12 months”. Whilst the results are relatively consistent with previous years, most services experienced a decline (between 1% - 6% declines). It should be noted that in relation to “special events and festivals”, this has now dropped below our strategic target of >50% with a result of 45%. The highest (extremely high) levels of satisfaction were recorded for the “Quality of service from front counter staff” who received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 and Council’s “Wheelie Bin Collection Service” which also received a rating of 4.5 out of 5. A number of additional services were including in this year’s survey for the community to rate their importance and satisfactions being; markets, D.E.C., arts & cultural activities, way finding signage, alfresco dining & mobile food stalls and access to/location of public toilets. In terms of ‘importance’, access to/location of public toilets rated as ‘very high’, way finding signage, markets, D.E.C. and arts & cultural activities rated as ‘relatively high’ with alfresco dining & mobile food stalls receiving a ‘mixed level’ of importance. The ‘importance’ of all other services remained consistent with previous years or recorded a small increase. The only service which declined in importance was public swimming pools, which has been declining over the survey years (currently 3.7 from 3.8 in 2012, 3.9 in 2011 & 2010, 3.8 in 2009 and 4.0 in 2005). In terms of ‘satisfaction’ markets received a ‘very high’ result with D.E.C., arts & cultural activities, way finding signage receiving ‘relatively high’ results and alfresco dining & mobile food stalls and access to/location of public toilets receiving ‘mixed levels’ of satisfaction. All other services remained consistent with previous years or reported small increases in satisfaction. As identified under the ‘key issues’, based on this comparison of importance vs. satisfaction, four areas were identified as maximum priority areas being:- 84 85

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o Car parking in the CBD; o Public toilet maintenance; o Access to/location of public toilets; and o Domestic dog control and education. The implementation of the CBD Parking Strategy in conjunction with the CBD Master Plan may help address car parking in the CBD. Overall satisfaction with Council has increased and has produced the highest result recorded over all survey years. Those citing that they were ‘very satisfied’ jumped to 17% as compared to the average of 11% in previous years. Conversely, there has been no change in those reporting they were ‘very dissatisfied’. It should be noted that satisfaction with contact with Council has also recorded our highest result in those being ‘very satisfied’ and those who were ‘very dissatisfied’ has decreased. It should also be highlighted that those contacting Council to make a ‘complaint’ has spiked significantly when compared to 2012 (18% up from 6%). When looking at the longer trend, the 6% witnessed last year appears to be an anomaly. Over the longer term, the results are:- 2013 18% 2012 6% 2011 13% 2010 24% 2009 27% 2005 29% Rubbish collection and parking issues are the main reasons that the community has cited for making a complaint. In regards to Council’s communication processes, the results are quite consistent with previous years. However, the question is specifically worded “Do you believe that the City of Darwin has improved their communication processes over the past year”. Given that on average, nearly one third of the community believes each year there has been an improvement, this is a good result. However, question 38 asks the community to rate their level of agreement with a series of statements. The only statement which recorded a decline was “The Council consults with the community sufficiently”. This has declined to 2.8 (from 3.3 in 2012 and 3.2 in 2011). In regards to ‘key issues currently affecting the lives of residents’ there has been some change in the percentages recorded, but the ranking of issues has remained the same with the top 3 issues being: cost of living, housing affordability and crime & antisocial behaviour. This year we followed up this question with “whose responsibility is it”. 56% believes these are the Northern Territory Government’s responsibility followed closely by 54% believing these issues are Council’s responsibility. 85 86

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Satisfaction with ‘quality of life’ has been slowly and marginally declining each year. Feelings of safety in their local suburb remains consistent, however we asked this year perceptions of safety in parks, reserves and public open spaces. It is apparent that the community feel much less safe in these environments. Attachment A presents a copy of the full report as provided by McGregor Tan.

CONSULTATION PROCESS In preparing this report, the following City of Darwin officers were consulted:  Chief Officers Group

POLICY IMPLICATIONS Nil

BUDGET AND RESOURCE IMPLICATIONS The annual cost of $26k to engage McGregor Tan Research to conduct the survey was incorporated into the annual operational budget.

RISK/LEGAL/LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS Nil

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS Nil

COUNCIL OFFICER CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION We the Author and Approving Officers declare that we do not have a Conflict of Interest in relation to this matter.

ANNE HAMMOND BRENDAN DOWD ACTING EXECUTIVE MANAGER CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

For enquiries, please contact Anne Hammond on 89300531 or email: [email protected].

Attachments: Attachment A: 2013 Community Satisfaction Survey Results 86 87

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10. STRATEGIC ITEMS

Nil

11. SISTER CITIES COMMUNITY COMMITTEE ITEMS

11.1 INFORMATION ITEMS

Nil

11.2 OFFICERS REPORTS

Nil

12. GENERAL BUSINESS

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