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Tweddle Mothercraft and a Career Of Kindness

Suzanne Kelly Tweddle nurse

By Kerrie Gottliebsen

We have loved hearing stories of Tweddle through our new Tweddle Centenary Facebook Page. Tweddle Mothercraft nurse Suzanne Kelly has sent us reflections of her time at Tweddle and has allowed us to share them with you. Starting at Tweddle ( 1978 ) was a brave move for myself and fellow graduate, Jenny Hurwood. I […]

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COVID19 Restrictions and Tweddle Programs

By Kerrie Gottliebsen

In accordance with the statement from the Acting Premier today, Victoria is entering into a 7-day circuit breaker with restrictions commencing from 11:59 pm tonight. Subsequently, a number of Tweddle’s programs will be affected. Our residential program will continue with a reduced intake of families. Our HoPES, Home Visiting, Childbirth Education and Day Stay programs […]

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National Reconciliation Week Calls for Action

By Kerrie Gottliebsen

Tweddle was honored to join the reconciliation movement with the launch of our Reflect – Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) in 2020. Tweddle is now embarking on our RAP Innovate which is designed to develop and test the foundations established in the RAP Reflect. Tweddle is dedicated to continued partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander […]

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Mental Health Focus in Labor State Budget

By Kerrie Gottliebsen

Tweddle welcomes the Victorian Government’s budget commitment of $3.8 billion in order to fund important improvements to the mental health system that supports babies, toddlers, children and their families. Tweddle CEO Ms Jacquie O’Brien said the commitment will be life-changing for many and followed on from important recommendations made in the Royal Commission into Victoria’s […]

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Strengths Highlighted for Families Week

By Kerrie Gottliebsen

This week is National Families Week (15 – 21 May), a week where hundreds of organisations celebrate the vital role that families play in Australian society. Parenting support programs at Tweddle empower parents to help their children reach their full potential in life. Research shows the significant value of building strong relationships among the adults […]

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Health Professionals Register for Sleep and Settling Training

By Kerrie Gottliebsen

Over 1890 health professionals have now registered to complete the Victorian Government Sleep and Settling Training for Victoria’s MCH Workforce. Developed by Tweddle and The Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare, the Sleep and Settling Model of Care Training includes online modules and face-to-face workshops. The modules include interviews with Paediatricians, MCH nurses […]

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