20 September 2020
In January, our new employment pathway, Towards Employment, commenced at Mackie Road Neighbourhood House, Mulgrave. This pathway provides the opportunity for participants to take part in activities that build the skills and confidence to find and keep meaningful employment over a one or two year period. To date, our group has explored safety in the […]
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20 September 2020
Another Christmas has been and gone and so too another successful OC Connections (OCC) Christmas Tree Fundraiser. Our largest fundraiser of the year, 2019 was no exception. In the month of December, we sold over 1300 trees with the help of over 120 volunteers who we rely on to sell, transport, bail, and select trees […]
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20 September 2020
OC Connections were pleased to be invited to the Waverley Toyota School Tree Day on Friday 26th July at the Glenallen School in Glen Waverley. The day featured tree planting, face painting, a fun photo booth and celebrity guests. It was a great success for the 150 students who attend the school. The day started […]
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20 September 2020
OC Connections recently received a National Disability Services (NDS) Membership Recognition Award to commemorate 30 years membership of National Disability Services. OC Connections was among seven organisations who received the Award. “It is wonderful that OC Connections has been recognised for our contribution to the sector.” Therese Desmond, CEO, OC Connections Launched in 2012, the […]
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20 September 2020
Congratulations to OC Connections Enterprises (OCCE) supported employees Christine and Basil who were married at the Matthew Flinders Hotel in November, surrounded by family and friends. Christine and Basil met at an OC Connections disco and have been together now for 34 years. They have worked at OCCE for more than 20 years so it […]
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20 September 2020
Congratulations to OC Connections Enterprises (OCCE) supported employees Mark and Chris who were recently awarded the prestigious Parliament of Victoria Community Achiever Award. The awards event celebrated the significant contributions made by supported employees working in social enterprises across Victoria. The Parliament of Victoria Community Achiever Awards are an opportunity to say thank you and […]
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20 September 2020
OC Connections (OCC) encourages families and friends to come along and support the talented OCC participant artists who have entered the 2019 SASI Art Competition. With the encouragement and support of Val Rowe, OC Connections Disability Educator, 15 artists from OCC have submitted 34 artworks into the competition. Please support the OCC artists by visiting […]
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20 September 2020
Two prominent events will be held on Tuesday 3 December: International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) and Giving Tuesday. The theme for the 2019 International Day of People with Disability is promoting the participation of persons with disabilities and their leadership. In support of this theme, OC Connections (OCC) would like to celebrate the […]
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20 September 2020
Parents of OC Connections (OCC) participant Cal made the most of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) by conducting research and speaking to their peers. Cal’s parents’ learnings have ultimately helped them to set up a plan for their son which has enabled him to participate more fully in his community, learn new skills and […]
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OC Connections acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners of this nation. We pay our respects to ancestors and Elders, past, present and future.
OC Connections respects Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual relationships to the land, waters and seas and their contribution to our society.
