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The Age

Saturday February 26, 2005

CAROLYN RANCE

Africans answer the call

A PROGRAM to settle refugees from the Horn of Africa in northern Victorian towns that have labour shortages has received a $200,000 boost from the Community Support Fund. So far, 20 Africans have found work as mechanics and welders in Swan Hill. The money will be administered by Murray-Mallee Training Company, which is working closely with Swan Hill Council to help families make a smooth transition to the area.

Police working smarter

THE Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Tim Holding, has told new police recruits that they are part of the largest police force in Victoria's history. Welcoming 21 new members, he praised Victoria Police for its efforts to increase the number of officers with tertiary qualifications. The force is seeking a university partner to help deliver degree courses to officers.

Stonnington plumbers go green

STONNINGTON Council is hosting a free training program to raise the environmental skills and awareness of plumbers who live or work in the municipality. Details of the green plumbers training seminars developed by the master plumbers and mechanical services association are available by calling 9329 9622 or from greenplumbers.com.au

Age-old questions and answers

PEOPLE interested in all aspects of population ageing - employers, policy makers and service providers - will be among the audience when Professor George Vaillant, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and author of Ageing Well, discusses development in later life at a seminar presented by the Office of Senior Victorians on March 3. More information from Keara Shaw at the Department of Victorian Communities - keara.shaw@dvc.vic.gov.au or fax 9208 3870.

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