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| NUMBER OF VISITORS TO WEBSITE IN AUGUST 2010 - 1118 |
| In order to help us keep our information as accurate as possible, if you know of any groups which are not on the website, or have closed down, please ring the Find It RCT team on 0800 180 4151 or e-mail |
| Healthy Eating at Four Seasons |
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| If you would like more information about the Four Seasons Activity Centre please contact Claire Williams on 01443 671927 |
| Still time to enter the County Show |
| Do you grow your own fruit, veg or flowers? Or do you make your own wine or jam, or enjoy baking? Then why not enter the fruits of your labours in this year’s Rhondda Cynon Taf County Show? The show, which will be held in Tonyrefail Leisure Centre, Tynybryn Park, Tonyrefail on Sunday, September 12, 2010 from 1-5pm, showcases flowers, fruit and veg, wine and arts and crafts by people of all ages from across the county borough. There are around 150 show sections in which people can compete for prizes, and you view all the entries in the leisure centre on the day. Entry forms for the County Show are now available across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Competition categories include:
For more information on summer events across Rhondda Cynon Taf go to: http://www.whatsonrct.co.uk/ |
| RCT Community Strategy 2010-2020 |
| The first Community Strategy of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Service Board sets out the plans and ambitions for the future of the County Borough for the next 10 years. Please click on image below to view Strategy |
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| RCT_Community_Strategy_2010-2020.pdf |
| Horror writer set to entertain all at library |
| Acclaimed author and screenwriter Stephen Volk is set to talk about his exciting career when he visits Pontypridd Library on Tuesday, September 7, 2010. Pontypridd-born Volk is the creator/writer of ITV1's multi award-winning paranormal drama series Afterlife. He also wrote the "Halloween hoax" Ghostwatch. His latest feature film, The Awakening, began shooting this summer with actress Imelda Staunton. Other credits include Ken Russell's Gothic, a retelling of the Mary Shelley/Frankenstein story starring Gabriel Byrne and Natasha Richardson and The Guardian, directed by William Friedkin. He won a BAFTA for his short film script The Deadness of Dad starring Rhys Ifans. His first collection of crime, horror and science-fiction short stories, Dark Corners, was nominated for both a British Fantasy and a Horror Writers' Association Bram Stoker Award. He writes a regular comment piece for the magazine Black Static. All are welcome to the talk by Stephen Volk, which starts at 5pm on September 7. The event is one of a series of talks by people with a Pontypridd connection. Other dates lined up include:
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| Membership of all Rhondda Cynon Taf's libraries is free and everyone living or working within the county borough is welcome to join. For more information on Rhondda Cynon Taf Library Service, log on to http://www.rhondda-cynon-taf.gov.uk/ |
| Award-winning pupils get on their bikes |
| Rhondda Cynon Taf Council and South Wales Fire and Rescue have joined forces to put the brakes on issues that endanger the safety of young cyclists. The agencies work closely together in schools and in the community to ensure young people have the skills, training and confidence they need to stay safe. The latest initiative from the partners was a competition that was held in every primary school across Rhondda Cynon Taf. Years five and six pupils across the county borough have been undertaking their National Standards Level One Cycle Course. Of those who participate, two pupils have been selected to go forward for a county-wide competition to win one of two Shockwave dual suspension and disc cycles. The winners of the competition were announced at an event organised by the Rhondda Cynon Taf Council Road Safety Unit and South Wales Fire and Rescue at Halfords in Pontypridd earlier this month. Halfords have kindly agreed to sponsor cycle helmets and bicycle serving for the two winners, who are:
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| Bikes for hire at RCT's Leisure Centres |
| Bikes are now available for hire at Abercynon Sports Centre, Hawthorn Sports Centre, Rhondda Fach Sports Centre and Sobell Sports Centre. Costs start at £1.55 for 6 hours hire and the bikes can be hired continuously for a maximum of 7 days. All accessories provided. For hire, one form of photo ID is required so please bring your MORECARD, driving licence or passport and 1 proof of address. A driving licence, recent utility bill or bank statement are all accepted. Cycle to work, or to the shops, visit friends or just have fun with your children. It’s the healthier and greener way to travel. There will soon be instructed bicycle sessions for adults who lack confidence/experience on a bike - if you are interested please leave your details with the above Sports Centres. |
| You can contact your nearest leisure centre or pool at http://www.rctcbc.gov.uk/ |
| Rhondda Cynon Taf Children and Young People’s Plan |
| The Plan refers to all services for children and young people aged 0 – 25 and maternity services. It is the key document setting out how the well-being of all children and young people in the area will be improved. The Plan directs the work of the partners, in line with the United Nations Convention of Rights and 7 Rights to Action as set out by the Welsh Assembly Government. Click the image below to view the Children and Young People’s Plan |
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| For further information The Fframwaith Support Team can be contacted at: Tel: (01443) 744382 Fax: (01443) 744387 E-mail: Web: http://www.fframwaith.org |
| Children_and_Young_People's_Plan_2008-11[1].pdf |
| Rhondda Cynon Taf Carers Support Project |
The Rhondda Cynon Taf Carers Support Project offers free information and support to carers including:·
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| Contact us for more information: Freephone Carers Line: 0808 100 1801 Email: |
| MAKE SURE YOU WASH YOUR HANDS CORRECTLY BY FOLLOWING THESE TECHNIQUES |
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| Hand-washing_techiqnue_with_soap_and_water.pdf |
| School Transport - Key Updates |
| It is the Local Education Authority’s (LEA) intention to provide a system of transportation that will seek to carry pupils safely, comfortably and with dignity. These principles will apply to all transport services contracted by the LEA. For more general information on school transport and key updates please click the following link: http://www.rhondda-cynon-taff.gov.uk/ |
| Benefiting Families - Maximise your money! |
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| benefit_family_leaflet.pdf |
| Building the Future Together |
| Building the Future aims to provide a comprehensive suite of options and interventions to develop the skills needed for learning and future employment, raise aspirations and support the emotional and social needs of 11-19 year olds in RCT. For a larger version click on the picture below. |
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| Building_the_future_Project_overview3.doc |
| Strengthening Families Programme |
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