Legal Aid Nsw. Law For Community Workers On The Go

In the spotlight for Law Week is Hume Riverina Community Legal Service. We chat to Debbie about their important services and what they have planned for Law Week. Find out more about their service by visiting - https://www.hrcls.org.au/

In the spotlight for Law Week is Richmond Tweed Regional Library. We chat to Michael about important services in Lismore and what they have planned for Law Week. Find out more about their events by visiting - https://rtrl.nsw.gov.au/cp_themes/default/events_list.asp

In the spotlight for Law Week is Randwick City Library We chat to Nicola about Randwick City Library's important services and what they have planned for Law Week. Find out more about Randwick City Library by visiting: https://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library   Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/GlXKlhn68nvzjRIraxODIaAyy10

In the spotlight for Law Week is Marrickville Legal Centre. We chat to Tu about Marrickville Legal Centre's important services and what they have planned for Law Week, including a special Lunch & Learn series just for Community Workers.  Lunch & Learn for Community Workers: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/607632192642bb282c2cc2fe/t/628319c61451524c086d252c/1652758982857/2MLC+Free+Law+Week+Webinars+for+Community+Workers.pdf  Lunch & Learn for community and clients: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/607632192642bb282c2cc2fe/t/628319dbe69bb37f40c74ef6/1652759003785/1MLC+Free+Law+Week+Webinars.pdf   Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/RZkd0uFuqbCaPQSE3dJGi6lZSao  

In the spotlight for Law Week is Macarthur Legal Centre. We chat to Melissa about Mac Legal's important services and what they have planned for Law Week. Find out more about their Wills for Everyone event: https://www.lawweeknsw.org.au/event-schedule/ndis-campbelltown Macarthur Legal Centre website: https://maclegal.net.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MacarthurLegalCentre1/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MacarthurLegal1?lang=en

In the spotlight for Law Week is Western Sydney Community Legal Centre. We chat to Caitlin about WSCLC's important services and what they have planned for Law Week. Find out more about all of their events by visiting: https://www.wsclc.org.au/coming-up-nsw-law-week/ From Western Sydney Community Legal Centre: "Law Week NSW 2022 is happening between 16-22 May. WSCLC has prepared a series of events for the community to participate and learn more about our legal systems and issues. Starting on 16 May, WSCLC is delivering a talk about legal problem-spotting for community workers. All community and social workers are welcome to join this free online event. The talk will discuss on identifying common legal issues, recognising free legal services available in the community and learning about effective free referral to a free legal service. The event will be held from 1pm-2pm through Zoom. Register your interest here today! With social media becoming the dominate communication platform, WSCLC recognises the rising

This is the sixth episode in our series called “Renting Matters”, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Full house”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to guests about living in share houses or boarding house, the laws that apply and where to get help if you have a problem.  Bridget speaks to Amanda, Solicitor in Redfern Legal Centre’s Tenancy and Housing Service.  Bridget also speaks to Beverly, Chair of the Older Women’s Network, about whether these living arrangements work for older women. There is useful information in this episode about how community workers can help clients in these living situations. Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode. Tenants’ Union of New South Wales tenants.org.au - Look for the tile called Share houses, boarders and lodgers. You can also enter you

This is an extra episode in our series called “Renting Matters” to give advice and information to people living in residential land lease communities who have experienced a disaster. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Residential Land Lease communities after a disaster”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to Paul Smyth, Solicitor in Tenants’ Union of NSW residential land lease communities section. Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode. Legal Aid NSW has a specialist Disaster Response Legal Service https://disasterhelp.legalaid.nsw.gov.au/ You can call for help on 1800 801 529 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.   Disaster Recovery Centres: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/floods/recovery-centres   Tenants’ Union of New South Wales tenants.org.au – You can also enter your or your client’s postcode at the bottom of the pages of the Tenants’ Union website to fin

This is an extra episode in our series called “Renting Matters” to give advice and information to tenants who have experienced a disaster. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Tenants rights and obligations after a disaster”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to Brendan Ross, Coordinator of the Northern Rivers Tenants Advice & Advocacy Service and to Grant Arbuthnot, Principal Solicitor of the Tenants’ Union of NSW. Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode. Legal Aid NSW has a specialist Disaster Response Legal Service https://disasterhelp.legalaid.nsw.gov.au/ You can call for help on 1800 801 529 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.   Disaster Recovery Centres: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/floods/recovery-centres   Tenants’ Union of New South Wales tenants.org.au – You can also enter your or your client’s postcode at the bottom of the pages of the Tenants

This is an extra mini episode in our series called “Renting Matters”, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Don’t make me leave”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to Eloise, Advocacy Officer at the Tenants’ Union about what tenants can do if their lease is about to end and they want to stay in their tenancy.  Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode. Tenants’ Union of New South Wales tenants.org.au. On the Tenants’ Union website are fact sheets and resources - https://www.tenants.org.au/resources/all You can also enter your or your client’s postcode at the bottom of the pages of the Tenants’ Union website to find your closest local tenancy service.   Episode transcript: https://otter.ai/u/du3hSqAIgsZj4w6q2KfELc1wfwY Music: Fata Morgana by Yemanjo Editing by Yasmine Lewis

This is the fifth episode in our series called “Renting Matters”, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “When you own the house but not the land”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to guests about life in a Residential Land Lease Community in NSW (RLLC).  Bridget speaks to Paul, Residential Parks Legal Officer and Julie, Residential Parks Officer at the Tenants’ Union about the laws governing RLLC and the work they do helping residents living in RLLCs across NSW.  Bridget also speaks to Kim, a long term resident in a RLLC, about her life and experiences there. There is useful information in this episode about how community workers can help clients living in a RLLC. Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode. Tenants’ Union of New South Wales tenants.org.au - Look for the green til

A transcript of this podcast can be found here - https://docdro.id/R5F7tyF This is the fourth episode in our series called Renting Matters, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements, such as boarding or lodging and living in a Land Lease Community in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Hit the road Jack”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to guests about how a landlord can end a tenancy, including the notice a landlord must give for different types of tenancy.  Bridget speaks to Justin, Assistant Principal Solicitor at Marrickville Legal Centre and to Amanda and Alison, Solicitors working in the Housing and Tenancy service at Redfern Legal Centre about the issues tenants experience when a landlord ends their tenancy.  Justin, Alison and Amanda explain when a tenant must leave after they receive a notice of termination. There is useful information in this episode about ho

Click here for a transcript of this podcast. This is the third episode in our series called “Renting Matters”, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements, such as boarding or lodging and living in a Land Lease Community in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Get me outta here”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch speaks to guests about the different circumstances in which tenants leave a tenancy. Bridget speaks to Amanda , a Tenants’ Advocate with the Northern Rivers Tenants’ Advice and Advocacy Service (NORTAAS) about these situations, including leaving because of domestic violence. We also hear from Jemima, Policy and Advocacy Coordinator with the TU who talks about getting your bond back. There is useful information in this episode about how community workers can support clients leaving because of domestic violence and for other reasons. Use the links below to find out more

A transcript of this podcast is available here. Western Sydney CLC flyers: Program Flyer for Clients Program Flyer for Service Providers Legal Problem Spotting training for community and support workers Useful links: Western Sydney Community Legal Centre – www.wsclc.org.au Western Sydney Community Legal Centre – Domestic Violence Response Pilot Program for CALD men Western Sydney Community Legal Centre – Health Justice Partnership report Mens behaviour change programs NSW (use this link to find all programs operating in NSW including those in languages other than English)  No to Violence  Listen to our previous Law for Community Workers on the go episodes about men and ADVO’s: Support and challenge men to stick to an AVO (Part 1 of 2) Support and challenge men to stick to an AVO (Part 2 of 2)

A transcript of this episode can be found here.  This is the second episode in our series called “Renting Matters”, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements, such as boarding or lodging and living in a Land Lease Community in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales (“TU”) and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, “Cracks Emerge”, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch explores problems that arise during a tenancy, including issues about privacy; access to the property by the landlord or agent; repairs; security and utilities. We speak to Olivia, a Tenants’ Advocate with the TU, about the sorts of issues people call the TU and other tenancy services about once they are in a tenancy. We also speak to Merrilyn, who volunteers on the TU advice line and who also works supporting clients with disabilities, including supporting them to maintain their tenancies when problems arise. There is useful information in this episode about how communi

A transcript of this podcast is available here.   amica is a simple, affordable and quick way for couples to agree on parenting, property and money issues when they separate. Find out about this new online tool.    Where to find amica www.amica.gov.au amica Australia on Facebook amica Australia on YouTube amica featured on ABC’s PM program amica featured on JJJ Hack amica featured on Sunrise amica_Australia on Instagram   Other resources Family Violence Law Help Website - https://familyviolencelaw.gov.au/ LawAccess NSW for free legal information and referral – https://lawaccess.nsw.gov.au or phone 1300 888 529 Legal Aid NSW Family Law Early Intervention Unit (EIU) state-wide family and care law service - Phone 1800 551 589 for an appointment. NSW online guided pathways - https://legalhelp.lawaccess.nsw.gov.au/   Other episodes about online technology Episode 1 – Does technology have a place in legal services? Let’s find out Episode 2 – FineFixer NSW    Edited by Tiffany Dimmack from Aud

This is the first episode in a series called Renting Matters, which explores all aspects of tenancy and other living arrangements, such as boarding or lodging and living in a Land Lease Community in NSW. This series is a joint project between the Tenants’ Union of New South Wales and Legal Aid NSW. In this episode, Getting A Foot in the Door, Bridget from the Community Legal Education Branch explores applying for a new tenancy in NSW. We speak to Grant Arbuthnot, Principal Solicitor of the Tenants’ Union about things to look out for when you are starting a tenancy. We also speak to Amity, a tenant in Sydney who has been renting for many years and has some great tips about looking for a new place to rent. There is useful information in this episode about how community workers can help clients looking for a new place to live.   Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode. Tenants’ Union of New South Wales tenants.org.au - Look for the tile on Starting a Tenanc

This episode is part of a series that looks at online legal help tools. In this episode Josh from the Community Legal Education Branch takes you into the world of how a new online tool, Fine Fixer NSW, can help you or your clients if you get a fine. We interview Brendan Lacota (former principal solicitor at Moonee Valley Legal Service and now a consultant) who was one of the key people behind the creation of the tool, and Kirsty Harrison (Senior Solicitor) and Nicole Stack (Paralegal) from Legal Aid NSW who were both key in bringing the tool to NSW from Victoria. Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in the episode: Fine Fixer NSW Work and Development Order Service at Legal Aid NSW – contact 1300 888 529 or wdo@legalaid.nsw.gov.au Revenue NSW – Call the WDO Hotline number on 1300 478 879 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm) Law Check-up – a tool to help you identify legal issues and refer your client for help You can listen to another episode in this series (or search for

In this episode we speak with Jane Sanders, Principal Solicitor, The Shopfront Youth Legal Centre about what young drivers need to know about traffic law and how to deal with things that can take them off the road like fines, licence suspensions and licence disqualifications. Jane also gives her top tips for going to Court and dealing with the Police if pulled over. Below are timestamps for some of the key messages and links to resources talked about in the episode. 2:30       Information about The Shopfront and who they help 10:15    Which Court is my traffic matter heard in? 12:15    Traffic fines 14:00    Licence suspensions 19:15    Licence disqualifications 24:30    Going to Court for your traffic matter 29:15    Police Powers The Shopfront – Factsheets about Traffic law 1 – Getting a driver licence in NSW 3 – Driving without a licence 4 – Licence suspensions and appeals 7 – Serious traffic offences and courts Free legal help - Traffic Offences The Shopfront Youth Legal Centre - https://www

In this episode we talk to Jaye and Kristie from the Domestic Violence Strategy team at the Department of Communities and Justice about the work that they’re doing with men who use violence. We also hear from Raissa Bukowski, a partner  of the Cooperative Legal Services Delivery Program in Albury which is where the idea for the publication ‘Got an AVO? How to stick to your order’ and the animation ‘How to stick to your order’ on YouTube (links below) came about. Use the links below to find out more information about what we talked about in this episode:   Got an AVO? How to stick to your order - Legal Aid NSW – you can order a copy of this as a brochure by going to the Legal Aid NSW publications website here: Factsheets and resources - Legal Aid NSW You can also look at a series of animations here  that has been created by the Cooperative Legal Services Delivery Program about How to Stick to Your Order - YouTube We also wanted to link you to the Premiers Priority to Reduce DV Reoffending, the ENGAGE pro