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Dole work announced

 

A total of 60 Work for the Dole places have been announced for the Peninsula in the latest round of funding.

Wyong Workwise Inc has been allocated 30 places for foreshore care at Woy Woy, while Community Success Pty Ltd has been allocated 30 places for Coastlife Skillshare at Woy Woy and Umina, as well as Erina and Narara.

Member for Robertson Mr Jim Lloyd welcomed the announcement: "The Work For The Dole scheme has been one of the most successful and popular initiatives by the Federal Government.

"It has resulted in hundreds of young unemployed Central Coast people receiving worthwhile training and job skills.

"Most of these people go on to find full time or casual employment," Mr Lloyd said

"Work for the Dole serves to develop and improve work habits, as well as lifting self esteem.

"Participants are telling us they are benefiting from improved job prospects, as well as increased confidence, self respect and motivation," Mr Lloyd said.

"Not only do the participants benefit from this scheme, but the whole Central Coast community benefits from the additional facilities and services provided."

Press release, August 7