Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Advancing Communities Australia ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://advancingcommunities.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://advancingcommunities.au/blog/) - [1st Day at QUT](https://advancingcommunities.au/1st-day-at-qut/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Metus vulputate eu scelerisque felis imperdiet proin fermentum. Velit dignissim sodales ut eu sem. Dui vivamus arcu felis bibendum ut tristique et. Volutpat commodo sed egestas egestas. Suspendisse sed nisi lacus sed viverra. Sollicitudin nibh sit - [Launch of Project ESQ1](https://advancingcommunities.au/launch-of-project-esq1/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Metus vulputate eu scelerisque felis imperdiet proin fermentum. Velit dignissim sodales ut eu sem. Dui vivamus arcu felis bibendum ut tristique et. Volutpat commodo sed egestas egestas. Suspendisse sed nisi lacus sed viverra. Sollicitudin nibh sit - [Charity Status](https://advancingcommunities.au/charity-status/) - Following creation of the company, ACAL applied to the Australian Charities and Not for Profits Commission(ACNC) to gain charity status. ACNC worked with us to sharpen a new purpose statement which appears below: ACAL Purpose: To advance regional social, cultural, economic and environmental welfare. To further this purpose Advancing Communities Australia Limited will target the - [Determinants of Health](https://advancingcommunities.au/determinants-of-health/) - Building healthier communities: The impacts of determinants of health on regional and rural Australia. Non-communicable disease (NCDs) is the largest cause of morbidity and mortality in Australia with five million years of healthy life lost in 2018. Heart disease, stroke, cancers, dementia, respiratory disease and diabetes account for the majority of all NCDs deaths in - [Climate Action Nurses launches website](https://advancingcommunities.au/climate-action-nurses-launches-website/) - Climate Action Nurses (C.A.N) are a collaborative of Australian nurse’s who actively engage in advocacy, policy, research and education to empower nurses to lead the way in healthcare sustainability and climate health. C.A.N proudly launched their website in January 2023 www.climateactionnurses.org. The website includes action pillars, information about current activities, projects, free resources, and opportunities - [Climate Action Nurses releases Zine](https://advancingcommunities.au/climate-action-nurses-releases-zine/) - In a response to the climate emergency and requests from nurses to engage with the most up to date news and resources in climate health, Climate Action Nurses are excited to release their first Zine. The Zine is an interactive platform released quarterly and provides a one stop shop of resources to equip nurses with - [Climate Action Nurses research outcome](https://advancingcommunities.au/climate-action-nurses-research-outcome/) - A role of a nurse in a climate emergency: Climate Action Nurses undertook important research in 2022 to ascertain the role of a nurse in an extreme weather event. The review found that the nurses role encompassed not only a complex clinical service provider, but spanned the role of administrator, building manager and social worker. - [Launch of Project ESQ2](https://advancingcommunities.au/launch-of-project-esq2/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Metus vulputate eu scelerisque felis imperdiet proin fermentum. Velit dignissim sodales ut eu sem. Dui vivamus arcu felis bibendum ut tristique et. Volutpat commodo sed egestas egestas. Suspendisse sed nisi lacus sed viverra. Sollicitudin nibh sit - [Adobe Donates to ACA](https://advancingcommunities.au/adobe-donates-to-aca/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Metus vulputate eu scelerisque felis imperdiet proin fermentum. Velit dignissim sodales ut eu sem. Dui vivamus arcu felis bibendum ut tristique et. Volutpat commodo sed egestas egestas. Suspendisse sed nisi lacus sed viverra. Sollicitudin nibh sit - [Ipswich Jets signs up to CEZ](https://advancingcommunities.au/ipswich-jets-signs-up-to-cez/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Metus vulputate eu scelerisque felis imperdiet proin fermentum. Velit dignissim sodales ut eu sem. Dui vivamus arcu felis bibendum ut tristique et. Volutpat commodo sed egestas egestas. Suspendisse sed nisi lacus sed viverra. Sollicitudin nibh sit - [TEST Jevon](https://advancingcommunities.au/fairiprises-generous-clothing-donation-during-the-covid-19/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, te has solet postea. Voluptua quaestio dissentias has ex, no eum aliquid tibique petentium, agam mucius liberavisse eos id. Ut sea accumsan interpretaris, viderer pertinax repudiandae ne ius, qui ne porro insolens instructior. Graece euripidis instructior an vix, eum et equidem expetenda concludaturque, ut est Ex est dicit graeco consequat, - [ACAL Partnership with RDA-Ipswich and West Moreton](https://advancingcommunities.au/acal-partnership-with-rda-ipswich-and-west-moreton/) - The linkages of local, State and Federal boundaries are complicated in the region, bringing these together will be key for success. Regional Development Australia (RDA) - Ipswich and West Moreton has the remit and linkages with local, State and Federal boundaries involved in the proposed project. The RDA also has regular projects with Trade and - [ACAL Working with Volunteers](https://advancingcommunities.au/acal-working-with-volunteers/) - As a new Charity, ACAL is keen to generate support of those individuals who want to contribute as a volunteer in their fields or something new where your work will make a difference. ACAL will be advertising initially in SEEK to gain a starting volunteer group but then will build the numbers to provide opportunities - [ACAL Policy Framework](https://advancingcommunities.au/acal-policy-framework/) - [Local Community Energy Zone Project](https://advancingcommunities.au/local-community-energy-zone-project/) - [Community Energy Zone](https://advancingcommunities.au/community-energy-zone/) - What is a Community Energy Zone: This is an aggregation of renewable energy generation and distribution at a community level to create a Community Energy Zone. Community Energy Zones are modern day power stations. They combine renewable energy generation such as wind and solar, storage such as batteries, high voltage poles and wires to deliver - [What is ACAL?](https://advancingcommunities.au/what-is-acal/) - The purpose of the Advancing Communities Australia Limited (ACAL) is, through education and support, to build a community of resilient leaders who are making economic and social contributions to society. The Company is a social enterprise established to create collective leadership to make economic and social contributions to the community. ## Pages - [About](https://advancingcommunities.au/) - Building Sustainable, Resilient Communities ACAL seeks to empower and amplify current and future partnerships in regional Australia to pilot initiatives, consolidate skills and strengthen capacity, to build sustainable, resilient regions. About Advancing Communities Australia Advancing Communities Australia Limited (ACAL) is a Not for Profit organisation established to drive economic and social contributions in regional Australia. - [Our Impacts](https://advancingcommunities.au/our-partners/) - Advancing Communities Australia continues to work towards addressing non-communicable disease risk across Australia.Our mission is to continue to support non-profit organisations, to build sustainable, resilient communities.Below are details of our impact through the various programs and partners we support:Program 1: Regional Health Program (Health)Overview:Beneficiaries: ‘Adults – aged 25 to under 65′, People in rual/regional/remote communities’; - [Supporting Teacher Wellbeing Through Practical Action](https://advancingcommunities.au/supporting-teacher-wellbeing-through-practical-action/) - Advancing Communities Australia is committed to supporting projects that strengthen mental health, wellbeing and community resilience. Recognising the growing impact that stress, burnout and behaviour-related challenges are having on Australia’s educators, the organisation has partnered with Adamsense to help provide practical support for teachers. Through this partnership, Advancing Communities Australia is supporting the introduction of - [Climate Action Nurses Impact Portal](https://advancingcommunities.au/can/) - Climate Action Nurses (CAN) and the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) have teamed up with ACA and Startup Status to create the Climate Action Nurses, Climate Impact Portal—a dynamic online space where nurses can connect, share, and innovate for a healthier planet.This user-friendly platform is packed with resources and ideas to help nurses - [Meet with James Sturges](https://advancingcommunities.au/meet-with-james-sturges/) - Let’s meet up!Join me on MS Teams Click the below button To Join The Meeting Alternatively, copy the below link into your browser:https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19:MW9fQoFkYdTQczeuVeYbAgHGqhcC-2oTsMZfhRQVFwg1@thread.tacv2/1730868942177?context=%7B%22Tid%22:%2239a103b3-446a-45a8-ad2d-bf40ab1e3789%22,%22Oid%22:%2221d05689-4cf4-4ebd-a6e9-5affcc7894df%22%7D MS-Teams info:Meeting ID: 464 706 900 479Passcode: oVFNXj - [Volunteer](https://advancingcommunities.au/volunteer/) - Currently, we have no open opportunities advertised as we are in the process of shortlisting existing applicants. Please fill in the form below to express your interest should any other openings become available in the future. Loading... Aspiring Volunteers Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this - [Resources](https://advancingcommunities.au/elementor-807/) - DOWNLOAD OUR LOGOWe are always keen for people to use our logo for approved purposes, and as such we want to make that process easy. Name Email Organisation Mobile Website Use of Logo Submit Request - [Thank You For Contacting Advancing Communities Australia](https://advancingcommunities.au/thank-you-for-contacting-advancing-communities-australia/) - Thank you for contacting us – it is much appreciated!We have forwarded your details to our contact team, who will be in touch with you soon.If you have made a donation, it will be forwarded directly to the nominated charity partner and you will receive an invoice for tax deduction purposes.Please rest assured that any - [Collaborative Energy Transition Project](https://advancingcommunities.au/community-energy-zone-interest/) - Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.First NameLast NameOrganisationEmail *MobileNext StepsSend Energy Zone Project overviewI would like to participate in the projectI would like to volunteer on the projectHave someone I would like to introduce to the projectI have an idea for the - [Contact](https://advancingcommunities.au/contact/) - How Can We Help You? Whether you want to learn how to volunteer to enrich your community, or you would like to partner with us to enhance your competitive advantage. We are here to help. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.First NameLast - [James Sturges Contact](https://advancingcommunities.au/js/) - Meet on MS-Teams Join my Team Meeting:Click >>> HERE - [Donate](https://advancingcommunities.au/donate/) - Thank you for Donating. We appreciate your generosity so we can keep on Advancing Communities in Australia. All donations are tax deductible. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Which program are you donating to today?Advancing Communities AustraliaIpswich youth housing and homelessness in our - [Vollie_New_Contact1](https://advancingcommunities.au/vollie_new_contact1/) - [readiness](https://advancingcommunities.au/readiness/) - [West Moreton Obesity Advisory Group](https://advancingcommunities.au/wmoag/) - About Us The West Moreton Obesity Advisory Group (WMOAG) is a diverse group of key stakeholders from the West Moreton Region who provide high-level advice to strategically address high rates of obesity within the community. Utilising a population health and determinants of health framework, the advisory group produces a range of resources and policy advice - [Taking Action](https://advancingcommunities.au/taking-action/) - Taking Action There are many ways you help Advancing Communities Australia Donate Are you passionate about making a positive impact in communities? If so, I invite you to consider donating to Advancing Communities, an exceptional website dedicated to driving change and transforming lives. By supporting this platform, you can directly contribute to a wide range - [Newsletter Sign Up](https://advancingcommunities.au/newsletter-sign-up/) - Sign up for the newsletter Sign up for the latest news from Advancing Communities Australia Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Mobile ContactComment or MessageSubmit - [Botanic Gardens River Hub](https://advancingcommunities.au/botanic/) - River Hub Please find the instructions for meeting at City Botanic Gardens Riverwalk and River Hub.The jetty is located on Google Maps:https://goo.gl/maps/y33oN6HidMtBmLsk9It is easily accessible from:Cnr of Edward and Alice StreetBotanic GardensShort walk from Eagle Street Ferry - [Meet Our Partners](https://advancingcommunities.au/meet-our-partners/) - Climate Action Nurses Empowering Australian and the Pacific nurses to drive climate action through education, advocacy,research and policy Find out what they are up to: www.climateactionnurses.org or Donate HERE West Moreton Obesity Advisory Group The West Moreton Obesity Advisory Group (WMOAG) is a diverse group of key stakeholders from the West Moreton Region who provide high-level advice - [Newfarm River Hub](https://advancingcommunities.au/newfarm/) - River Hub Please find the instructions for meeting at Newfarm Park River Hub.The jetty is located on Google Maps:https://goo.gl/maps/ot1E3HGR7oicmshZ8 There are parking options in Newfarm park near the Power House, which is near the jetty.Please see Power house “Getting here” website:https://brisbanepowerhouse.org/visit/#getting-here It is also only a short walk from the New Farm Ferry.Ferry Network: https://translink.widen.net/s/w5lcdt9sr7/230109-brisbane-ferry-fare-zonehttps://translink.com.au/ (PLEASE NOTE: We - [Youth Advancing CommunitiesAustralia (YACA)](https://advancingcommunities.au/yaca/) - About Advancing Communities Australia (ACA) is establishing a youth action and advisory group called Youth Advancing Communities Australia (YACA).Representatives aged 16 to 25 years, from a broad cross-section of social, cultural, economic and environmental interest representative areas, are being sought for this group.This group will look to tackle issues to improve the social, cultural, economic - [Home](https://advancingcommunities.au/home-2/) - Welcome Advancing Communities Australia aims to advance regional social, cultural, economic and environmental welfare. Learn More Click here to Learn how you can advance your community by volunteering - [Log](https://advancingcommunities.au/log/) - [Kangaroo Point Meeting](https://advancingcommunities.au/kp/) - Please find the instructions for meeting at Kanagroo Point Marina. Drive to Google Maps link: 44 Ferry St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 https://goo.gl/maps/Cz38vyGPbH1Mc7sF7 Parking:There is paid parking on the right as you drive into the large round-a-boutThere is Free 2P (2 hour parking on the round-a-boutOnce you have parked follow the path as below:Google Maps - [Logo](https://advancingcommunities.au/logo/) ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/uncategorized/) - [Latest News](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/latest-news/) - [Events](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/events/) - [Success Stories](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/success-stories/) - [Projects Connect 3](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/projects-connect-3/) - All Articles about the Cohort 3 project - [Projects General](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/projects-general/) - Use to add article to the “Projects we do” section of the website - [Project ESQ1](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/project-esq1/) - The first project we are involved in with Energy Skills Qld - [Project ESQ2](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/project-esq2/) - The second project we are involved in with Energy Skills Qld - [Project Partners](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/project-partners/) - Section of website to highlight our relationships - [Our Capability](https://advancingcommunities.au/category/our-capability/) - All articles that will appear in “Our Capability” section of the website ## Tags - [Governance](https://advancingcommunities.au/tag/governance/) - [Philosophy](https://advancingcommunities.au/tag/philosophy/) - [Community Energy Zone Project](https://advancingcommunities.au/tag/community-energy-zone-project/) - [Partnership with the RDA](https://advancingcommunities.au/tag/partnership-rda/) - [Volunteers](https://advancingcommunities.au/tag/volunteers/)