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With the end of term well within sight, it’s time for students and staff alike to plan how they will spend the two-week break. I find that if I am to make the most of my time away from school, I have to think ahead and make conscious decisions about what I’m going to do. As the weather warms up, there should be plenty of chances to spend time outdoors – something which I increa ...

To our dear Perth Jewish Community, As we approach Rosh Hashana this year, we are filled with sadness and angst for the events in Israel over the past year. Having been in Israel twice this year, I can testify to the remarkable strength and resilience of our people. Israelis not only carry on - they carry on in a constructive and positive way. Nevertheless, it is tough – tough ...

Volunteering I was lucky enough last week to be offered my first tour of Maurice Zeffert Home (MZH) by Sharon Cherny, the Wellbeing Manager. It’s only a short walk from my office so I didn’t get too wet in the rain, and I brought along Mr David Williams, our new Director of Communications and Enrolments. I didn’t really know what to expect, but I am now such a fan – it genuinel ...

The introduction in August of legislation regarding the right to disconnect from work has caused much discussion in various schools and other workplaces; listening to people’s opinions on the new laws has been fascinating. The wording of the legislation (accessible on the Fair Work Ombudsman’s website) explains that “The right to disconnect protects employees who refuse to mon ...