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Ken Horsham Scholarship – Now Open

The Ken Horsham Scholarship is an initiative to assist CHC and HomeGround affordable tenants to achieve their study goals. The late Ken Horsham was a founding director of CHC and served in various roles from 1998 onwards, including Chair of the Board of Directors. Ken had a strong interest in progressing his community and a passion for social justice and it is in this spirit we are pleased to honour him with this scholarship. How much is the scholarship? The scholarship fund is $5000 and each student can apply for a value up to but not exceeding $1000 to further their education. Successful recipients may only receive one scholarship per year. Who can apply for the scholarship? You are eligible to apply if you: are a current CHC/Affordable HomeGround tenant have been CHC/Affordable HomeGround tenant for at least three (3) months prior to submitting your application are over 16 years of age at the time of submitting your application, and can provide proof that you are currently enrolled in study in a part or full-time study How long do I have to apply for the scholarship? Applications open Friday, 10th December 2021 and close at 5 pm on Monday 28th January 2022. We cannot accept late applications. How can I apply for the scholarship? Please fill out the application form which is located here: CHC KenHorshamScholarshipApplicationForm 20212022 Where can I learn a bit more? You can download and read the Ken Horsham Scholarship Applicant Factsheet 2021/2022 which has more information or email events@chcaustralia.com.au To return your completed form, you may: email it to: events@chcaustralia.com.au                      

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Free First Aid Course for Tenants

24/01/2022 Update: We have filled all the spots available and will no longer be accepting applications. Keep tuned for our other events and news on the link below. https://chcaustralia.com.au/news/ Thank you!  ---   In partnership with Parasol, the "Heartbeats" First Aid Program is an opportunity for tenants to obtain for free a nationally recognised cardiopulmonary resuscitation statement of attainment on completion of the course. A requirement of enrolment is you must have a Unique Student Identification (USI). Don't miss out, register now! Spots are limited and all applicants will receive an e-mail confirming the outcome of their expression of interest. DATE: Sunday 6th February 2022 TIME: 9.30am - 1 pm VENUE: Gungaderra Homestead ADDRESS: Mapleton Avenue, via Otway street for parking Applications close at 5 pm Saturday, 22nd of January 2022! Registration Form - Heartbeats First Aid Course

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Free Car Maintenance Workshop

We are offering tenants an opportunity to attend a free car maintenance workshop delivered by Autoco. This is a great opportunity for car owners to be empowered with basic mechanical knowledge, covering the following key components: 1. Learning about tyres, including checking and changing them. 2. Getting under the hood and checking water, oil, coolant etc. 3. Preparing your vehicle for the worst-case scenarios. This will be a friendly learning environment, run by experienced mechanics and technicians. When: Saturday 12th  February 2022 Time: 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Where: Autoco Address: 133 Flemington Rd, Mitchell ACT 2911 Spots are limited and pre-registration is a must! Participants must be 16 years or older and wear comfortable clothing and closed footwear. All attendants will receive an Autoco goodie bag as a participation gift. We will have a Coffee van providing a free cappuccino on your arrival and light refreshments will also be provided during the course. Please complete your registration form found below and return it to events@chcaustralia.com.au by Friday 4th February 2022. Registration Form - Autoco Mechanical Workshop

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The Best School Holiday Program by BFirm

13/01/22 Update: We have filled all the spots available and will no longer be accepting applications. Keep tuned for our other events and news on the link below. https://chcaustralia.com.au/news/ Thank you!  --- CHC is offering a three day School Holiday Program with B.Firm these holidays in a COVID safe environment under the supervision of Lee Campbell, a personal trainer who specialised in obstacle races and is known for being one of the best contestants in the Ninja Warrior TV Show. Spots are limited, so apply now! All applicants will receive an e-mail confirming the outcome of their expression of interest. Who can apply for the B.Firm School Holiday Program? You are eligible to register your child if: you are a CHC / HomeGround tenant your child is between 5 and 12 years of age your child can participate during the three consecutive days of activities You can register all the children of the household, as long as they meet the criteria listed above. Please, fill in one form per child. In case your child has any medical condition that requires medication, you are responsible to inform the B.Firm staff on the first day of activities and the medication must be provided to them. What will your child be doing? During three days, participants will engage in fun outdoor activities, working in groups to overcome obstacles, run, climb, play, get muddy and have lots of fun! When? Dates: 17th, 18th and 19th of January 2022. Schedule: Drop off: 9:00 - 9:30 AM Pick-up: 3:00 - 3:30 PM What to bring: A bottle of water, Lunch + morning and afternoon snacks for each day, A change of clothes and shoes to get dirty. Everyone will receive a T-shirt as a participation gift. B.Firm provides water and can provide shoes for the kids, if necessary. To learn more about B.Firm, you can access their website, or watch this video showing some of their activities here. Applications close at 5 pm Thursday, 13th of January 2022! BFirm School Holiday Program EOI Form

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Professional Family Portrait Session Opportunity

*** Please be aware that registrations have closed as all available spots have been filled.*** We will host another opportunity in the New Year for those who have missed out! Please stay tuned as the announcement will come via email early in January 2022. CHC is hosting an opportunity for a limited number of families to have a special family portrait photoshoot. The photoshoot location will be within the picturesque woolshed, at Gungaderra Homestead. Participants will receive one professional photo of your family, which will be sent via email for you to print, make copies, send to your loved ones, etc. Because spots are limited, priority will be given to those who register first. Don’t miss out, send your registration form as soon as possible. Registrations will be open until the 6th of December or until all spots have been filled. Participating families will be contacted and provided with their allocated time slot and any other relevant information. Date: Saturday 11 December 2021 Time: You will receive an allocated time slot, between 10 am and 3 pm. Please, arrive 15 minutes prior to your booking. Where: Gungaderra Homestead, Mapleton Avenue, Harrison. Best parking via Otway Street.   Please, contact Mataina on 62487716 or email events@chcaustralia.com.au if you need further information.

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Children’s Week Competition

Calling on all CHC and HomeGround Children! CHC would like to invite tenant children aged between 5 – 12 yrs to enter our Kid’s Competition in celebration of Children’s Week 2021. The winning entry will receive a family pass to the National Zoo and Aquarium! Every other entry will win a small prize! How to enter? Show us a photo or illustration depicting: “How do you like to help your family or community?” And provide a short description (no more than 25 words) as part of your registration form of why your photo or picture fits the brief. Download registration form here: Registration form (002) Competition opens: Monday 11th October 2021 Closes: Friday 29th October 2021 Winners will be notified by Friday 20th November 2021. Terms and Conditions: One entry per child Child must be between ages 5-12 years of age The child must live at a CHC or HomeGround Real Estate Canberra managed property All entries must have 1 registration form and 1 photo/drawing submitted All registration forms must include a written description All entries must be received by C.O.B on 29th October 2021  

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Spark Ginninderry Training + Employment Initiative

SPARK Ginninderry and Canberra Institute of Technology proudly support training and employment initiatives for local people. SPARK in partnership with the Canberra Institute of Technology (RTOcode:0101) are delivering an innovative accredited training program focused on giving participants a “taste” of different skill sets within the Information Technology sector. Specifically targeting people living within the Australian Capital Territory, this program on successful completion will provide participants with the following units of competency in the Information Technology sector: » ICTWEB414 Design simple web page layouts – Scope web page requirements, create and implement web page designs » ICTICT303 Connect internal hardware components – Acquire, install, configure and evaluate system hardware components according to client and user requirements » ICTWEB201 Use social media tools for collaboration and engagement – Review, compare and use different types of social networking tools and applications » VU21990 Recognise the Need for Cyber Security – Recognise threats, risks and vulnerabilities to cyber security in an organisation For more information check out the flyer in the link below SPARK JobTrainer Ginninderry Information Technology Taster Program - Enrolment Session Thurs 15 July 2021

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Boys Night Out

The boys of CHC and HomeGround Real Estate Canberra are invited to a FREE Boys Night Out! What: 2 games of 10 Pin Bowling with dinner and drinks When: Tuesday 29th June 2021 Time: 5.45 pm for a 6pm start Who can come: Male tenants of CHC and HomeGround who are over the age of 15 Where: Zone Bowling, 1 Emu Bank, Belconnen 2617 Want to attend? Registration is a must as spaces are limited, please fill out the registration form below and return to events@chcaustralia.com.au by C.O.B Tuesday 22nd June 2021. Registration form- CHC Boys Night out Any queries please contact Mataina 02 6248 7716  

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