Southern Yarn June 2016

Yarn-June-2016The June edition of The Southern Yarn is at the print shop, soon to be in the post on glorious yellow paper, and more importantly for you online readers, available for your download.

Inside you have all sorts of good content. Also check out some of the photos from our contest winners.

 

Aussie Families

Here’s another interesting series by the Aussie online editors of ‘The Conversation’ – and probably worthy of our DUCW readership’s attention…

Check it out here.

Our politicians talk a lot about “families”, but what do they really mean when they use this term? What does a modern Australian family look like and how does it compare with ten, 20 or even 30 years ago? In our ten-part series launching today, we examine some major changes in family and relationships, and how that might in turn reshape law, policy and our idea of ourselves.

When the Australian High Commission comes to town

calling all australians winnipegNeed to apply for or renew your Australian passport?

Want to attend an information evening about “Australian Government Services”?

Want to catch up with other Aussies from Winnipeg and Manitoba?

Then this is your opportunity, so don’t delay. Book an appointment for Tuesday May 31 (1-604-694-6165), and RSVP (info@downunderclub.mb.ca) to attend a meet and greet with other Aussies and representatives from the Australian High Commission on Monday May 30.

All details on the attached photo, or at http://www.communitynewscommons.org/culture/calling-all-australians/

And spread the word to your Aussie mates so more people can take advantage of when the Australian High Commission comes to town.

For additional information, contact Jenny at info@downunderclub.mb.ca or 204-228-9959.