After a precautionary “paws” due to COVID-19, the loveable Labradors of the NSW Government’s Canine Court Companion Program are back on duty at Sutherland Courthouse.
The affectionate pooches bring comfort to court users who are often experiencing some of the worst days of their lives.
The friendly Labradors have been hounding their volunteer handlers to get back to work and make a difference in our local community once again.
The dogs are back at Sutherland Courthouse three days a week and provide support in publicly accessible areas of the courthouse.
They may also work in response to special requests from police or court professionals to assist where people are particularly anxious.
An evaluation of the program found the therapy dogs have a calming and uplifting effect on victims of crime, as well as court professionals and volunteers, support networks, and the family and friends of people attending court.
Each helpful hound receives up to two years of intensive training with Guide Dogs NSW/ACT.
Sutherland is one of nine courthouses were the program operates across regional and metropolitan NSW.
Welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Parramatta Park today. ... See MoreSee Less
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“Dear King Charles III and Queen Camilla, I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for your recent visit to Australia. Watching your tour on Channel 7 for the past two days has been an absolute delight. Your engagement with our communities, cultural institutions and historic landmarks has showcased the beauty and diversity of our nation. I was particularly moved by [specific moment or event that resonated with you]. Your Majesty’s interest in Australian affairs and commitment to our shared values strengthens the enduring bond between our nations. I appreciate the time you took to connect with Australians from all walks of life. Thank you for sharing your time with us. Your presence has left a lasting impression on our country. Wishing you both all the very best . ❤️❤️🌹🌹
Susannah Rodley it was very warm today!
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Looking forward to Monica Tudehope for Epping and James Wallace for Hornsby joining the Liberal team in State Parliament! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to the two new members.
Shame both of them dont live in the electorate they are representing.
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Congratulations ! Photo taken at voting day near Hornsby girls ..
GoOd MorNinG, Congratulations, HaVe A GrEaT DaY! #Great_VideO, 😃 #Amazing_Work, #GreAt_LeAdeR
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Happy Deepavali at the Hindu Council Australia celebrations! ... See MoreSee Less
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Great to see the vibrant Deepavali celebrations and community spirit in full swing!
Thanks for your presence today in blacktown
Beautiful!
Happy Deepavali…… have fun
Happy Diwali Mark Speakman good to meet you at the venue
I missed you all Mark Speakman
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An early celebration of Diwali, the Festival of Lights, auspiced by the hardworking SCG Sydney Community Group Inc ... See MoreSee Less
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🏃♀️The cold weather didn’t dampen the spirits today at the opening of the 47th season for Port Hacking Little Athletics Centre.
🏃♂️580 competitors this year - “we are all about Family, Fun and Fitness for young athletes aged 4-17 years old, teaching kids sport foundations and skills via running, jumping and throwing”. ... See MoreSee Less
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Very important centre my grandchildren all competed there when they were young.
Thats what is needed for children to be healrhy physically & mentally. So sad current Govt cancelled sports4kids vouchers.
Large increases in housing have to be matched by appropriate infrastructure.
In the Castle Hill Showground precinct around the metro station, which opened in 2019, the NSW Liberals in government capped new homes at 5000. This was to ensure that essential infrastructure, such as a school, could be identified and built to support the area’s current and future residents. In 2022 the Liberals called for expressions of interest for supply of a school site.
Labor has now removed the cap, allowing for 9500 new homes - and potentially more if the Government’s 30% bonus on affordable housing is considered. This could mean over 20,000 new residents.
The Minns Labor Government has not made any plans for building new schools in the Showground precinct. If it wants to build more homes, it must also fulfill its promise to provide the necessary infrastructure to support them. ... See MoreSee Less
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Mark, that goes the same for your own electorate!
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Why are you so bad at this? Can we please have a leader who can take the challenge to the Government?
Should never have changed housing nsw nor should governments select housing homes or flats there are so many people who are homeless its no good relying upon private contractors for housing
Talk about calling the kettle black.liberals approved box hill development with no school no public transport, no shopping centre,houses packed in like sardines in a can
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