Your Community Health

27/05/2026

Congratulations to the newly-elected Co-Chairs and Members of the First People's Assembly/Gellung Warl, Meriki Onus (they/them) and Djaran Murray-Jackson (he/him).

Gellung Warl is the new body created by Australia’s first Treaty to make decisions about First Peoples, continue truth-telling and healing, and hold Government to account.

Your Community Health wholeheartedly supports the work of Gellung Warl. Treaty is a crucial step toward First Nations peoples’ self-determination, justice and equity. We recognise that First Nations peoples are experts on their own communities, cultures, lands, and health. We believe that Treaty will help remove the barriers that have marginalised First Nations peoples for generations, leading to improved health and wellbeing.

We look forward to working with Gellung Warl in this new Treaty era, as we step towards a future where First Peoples’ voices are heard, rights are respected, and justice is realised for generations to come.

26/05/2026

This week is National Reconciliation Week. The theme this year is All In, a reminder that this work belongs to all of us.

We began our formal journey with our Kaydo Kertheba (walk together) plan. But reconciliation is bigger than a plan. It lives in how we design our services, how we show up for First Nations community members, and how we build relationships that are grounded in trust and cultural safety.

We know there is more work to do, and we are committed to doing it alongside our First Nations staff, volunteers and community members.

We acknowledge and pay deep respects to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work.

👉 Read about our Kaydo Kertheba Plan: https://www.yourch.org.au/kaydo-kertheba-plan/

25/05/2026

Today is National Sorry Day. We acknowledge the Stolen Generations, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who were forcibly removed from their families and communities.

This year's theme is From Sorry to Action. We stand with survivors and their families in calling for the changes that are still needed. We believe that quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone in our community and we are committed to providing care that is safe, culturally responsive, and healing-centred.

Find out more about our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services here yourch.org.au/services/aboriginal-health/

If you would like to learn more about this history of Sorry Day visit https://healingfoundation.org.au/stolen-generations/national-sorry-day/

23/05/2026

The risk of measles is increasing globally. Getting the free measles vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your community from the disease.

Measels is a highly contagious virus that can cause serious complications like pneumonia and swelling of the brain. Symptoms include a heavy fever, severe cough and rash.

Two doses of the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine can keep you safe. No Medicare card is required to get a free state-funded MMR vaccine. If you have not or you do not know if you have had two doses, please get your free vaccination at your GP today.

20/05/2026

Know a young person in Reservoir aged 12–15?

Rezza After-School Club runs every Wednesday from 3:30–5:30pm at Reservoir Neighbourhood House during school terms. It is a free, youth-only space with learning and homework support, plus an after-school snack.

The club is run by Reservoir Neighbourhood House. Contact Nic to find out more.
📧 [email protected]
📞 (03) 8488 6655

18/05/2026

We love the idea of Mindful May over at Reservoir Leisure Centre

Join the conversation at the Men’s Wellbeing Session next Monday, to talk about healthy masculinity and building safe and respectful communities.

Optional Pilates class, afternoon tea and great conversation included. All men welcome.

🧠 Mindful May | Men’s Wellbeing Session

Join us for a free, 1‑hour community conversation focused on men’s wellbeing, healthy masculinity and building safer, more respectful communities. There’ll also be an optional 30 minute Pilates class before the discussion.

📅 Monday 25 May
🕒Pilates class: 1pm – 1:30pm
🕒Afternoon tea and discussion: 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Reservoir Leisure Centre (Community Room)
👉 Free | All men welcome

Register via Eventbrite below or email [email protected]

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mens-wellbeing-discussion-afternoon-tea-tickets-1988449492961?aff=oddtdtcreator

18/05/2026

Did you know food waste costs the average household more than $2,500 a year?
Most of us throw out twice as much food as we think. Small changes, like storing food correctly, planning meals flexibly, and starting with smaller servings, can make a real difference. For your wallet and for the planet.

🥑🌏Dietitians Week is a national celebration of the work dietitians do to support healthier lives. This year's theme is our collective impact on the environment through the food choices we make every day.

Our dietetics team is here to help you put ideas like these into practice.

👉 Learn more about our dietetics services:

We provide non-judgmental, practical food and nutrition advice to help you find and enjoy eating patterns for your needs and goals.

18/05/2026

This week, we are celebrating National Volunteer Week and the incredible people who give their time, energy and heart to our community. To our amazing Your Community Health volunteers and Community Advisors – thank you! Every day, you help create connection, build belonging, share insights and drive positive change. We truly could not do our work without you!

This year’s Volunteer Week theme is Your Year to Volunteer – and there is no better time to get involved. You can explore our volunteer opportunities here: www.yourch.org.au/volunteer-with-us.

17/05/2026

May 17 is IDAHOBIT, International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. It is a day to stand against discrimination and violence that the LGBTIQA+ people face. And it is a day to celebrate the resilience of our LGBTIQA+ friends, family, and community. 🌍❤️🏳️‍🌈

We offer a range of service and supports for LGBTQIA+ people and community🧑‍🤝‍🧑
Our Trans and Gender Diverse Services include:
🧑 Peer Navigation
🧠Mental Health Support and Counselling referrals
📋Referral to Social and Peer Support groups
🦷Access to dental and allied health services including physiotherapy and dietetics.
Find out more about our inclusive services: https://www.yourch.org.au/services/tgdic/

As always, we want to thank our incredible team of staff, volunteers and community members for making Your Community Health a safe and inclusive health service for all ❤️ + See less

Our program is a Victorian Government funded initiative that aims to increase health services across Victoria for trans, gender diverse and non-binary people aged 18 and over.

14/05/2026

Catch us next Friday at the 2026 Be Deadly Jobs Expo! Come meet our team, as well as 50+ other employers, and explore real jobs and pathways to employment while connecting with community. The Expo is open to First Nations people, community members and jobseekers from all backgrounds.

📍Aborigines Advancement League - 2 Watt Street Thornbury
🗓 Friday 22 May
⏰ 9:30am–1pm
🎤 Special guest Mitch Tambo, an Aboriginal Australian singer, songwriter and political activist will be performing

See you there!