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Hello <<First Name>>,
Two important events being held at the Centre, this month. On 12 November the Right Track workshop will consider how the right use of language can make a significant contribution to issues of social justice. It will focus on refugees but can be applied equally to other minority groups in our community. The second event will assist people who support community members who may be suicidal to become more aware of the support services that may be available to them. See below for more information.
Just a reminder that there are two Melbourne Cup events of interest in Maleny, the one being held at The Orangery is a part-fundraiser for the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre.
– Anne Delmas & Wendy Oakley, editors
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This year's AGM was held on Thursday 28 September with 30 people present. Reports were presented by the President, the Coordinator and the Treasurer, after which all positions for the management committee were declared vacant and elections held from nominations received.
The following people were elected: Greg Williams (President), Barry Smith (Treasurer) and Graham Dempster (Secretary). General members elected were Glori Cowan, Margaret McKenzie, Raymond James, Tim Bagshaw and Colin Dixon.
Nicole Hilton from MCU was the invited guest speaker and gave a heartfelt talk which was followed by refreshments.
Read the 2017 minutes |
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An example of a tiny house in Florida USA
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Addressing the lack of affordable housing in Maleny
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CHASM (Compassionate Housing Affordability Solutions Maleny) is a community group which is focussed on addressing, in some small way, the lack of affordable housing in Maleny and surrounding districts.
Skyrocketing rents and a shrinking rental market threatens the wonderful diversity of our community as artists, performers, service workers, pensioners – particularly older single women and others find themselves priced out of the market and move away due to not being able to find local affordable rentals.
CHASM’s aim is to purchase or build up to 10 small off-grid relocatable homes which will be made available for a low rent to a local person, couple or family in housing stress. We will commence with a pilot project to obtain and place the first dwelling, and lessons learnt from the pilot will inform how we proceed in obtaining and managing the remaining 9 dwellings.
More info: please contact Margaret McKenzie (0412 322 103) or Julia Peddie (0405 331 584)
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#Right Track Community Action Workshop
Sunday 12 November, 10am to 3pm
Welcome to Maleny and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre invite you to a workshop introducing strategies to have value-based conversations about the issues that impact on people seeking asylum. The workshop draws on "Words that work" research which is changing the way advocates discuss & promote social justice.
Book online
Gold coin entry.
View the flyer
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Pre-approved car and home loans
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At Maleny Credit Union we know how important it is to be prepared before you make large financial decisions. Our staff are just like you, we have car loans and mortgages so we know how to get the best out of your financial institution to make it a smooth, enjoyable transaction for everyone involved.
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Sandra is ready to take your call or meet with you at a time that best suits you. Give her a call on 5499 8988 or email sandra@mcu.com.au if you have any questions.
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DONATIONS NEEDED THIS MONTH...
PANTRY: Tins of spaghetti
EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM:
2-man tents and sleeping bags to assist people sleeping rough
CAN YOU HELP?
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One of the Centre's main functions is to support community members who find themselves in a crisis situation. Each month we would like to share one of their stories:
An excellent community facility
I am a Maleny aged pensioner. I find this pension is at times insufficient to live on and I use the Emergency Relief Program at MNC occasionally.
I have received help with basic food staples and with some cookware. I also used to participate weekly in the Mah Jong games at the Centre and found this a valuable social networking opportunity. Something for morning tea was always available and that meant I didn’t have to worry about lunch when I went home.
I am very grateful for the help I have received from the MNC and consider the Centre an excellent community facility. Some of the volunteers are exceptional in their ability to make people feel comfortable. I would recommend the Maleny Neighbourhood Centre to anyone in need or to anyone who is looking for a volunteer opportunity.
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Our sincere thanks to all those community groups and individuals who have donated to our Emergency Relief program funding since the last newsletter.
These included Bob Hal who donated $300 worth of IGA vouchers and the Interact group from Maleny State High School who donated $200 towards the homelessness fund.
These donations help us to achieve our fundraising aim of $12,000 for the Emergency Relief Program...
THANKS AGAIN!
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The Orangery Maleny
Big race on the big screen, fashion show raffle, lucky door prizes. Best dressed on the field prizes and more... Part of the ticket price, all proceeds from the raffle and sweepstakes all goes to the Neighbourhood Centre.
For more info phone 5435 2545 to book.
View the flyer.
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Maleny Manor
Tuesday 7 November 2017
Last year Rotary raised $7000 which was shared by the Neighbourhood Centre and the Blackall Range Care Group. This year the nominated charities are the Maleny Hospital Auxiliary and the Nambour Hear and Say Centre.
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Community Action Workshop
Sunday 12 November, 10am to 3pm
Welcome to Maleny and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre invites you to a workshop introducing strategies to have value-based conversations about the issues that impact on people seeking asylum. Gold coin entry.
View the flyer
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Building support networks in our local communities
Mini Open Day – meet and greet with providers
Thursday 16 November 2017, 12 noon – 3pm
Opportunities to find out more through informal conversations. Come just before the community lunch and then hang around afterwards.
View the poster
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Community lunch
Thursdays, 12.30pm,
$5 donation if possible.
Come and join us for a delicious lunch and meet other community members.
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Fix It Cafe
Second and fourth Thursday, 9am – 2.30pm
Items can be brought to front desk except sewing items and big items.
$5 donation per item
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EPICC Maleny
Support for people with disabilities. Fridays 9.30am-3.30pm
View the poster here
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Billy's ayurvedic kitchen
12.30pm
1st and 3rd Friday of the month
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W2M Refugee Support Group
Meets first Monday of the month at 4.30pm
Next meeting: Monday 6 November. All welcome.
Visit our Facebook page
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Next LETS weekly office – 2 November
Every Thursday from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Next LETS market
Saturday 11 November,
9am–1pm
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IDAHO
(International Day against Homophobia)
The Maleny IDAHO group supports and connects young LGBTI people and their families.
More info
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Eco art and craft workshops
Will start again in 2018. Specialising in eco art using nature's treasures and recycling waste products.
Visit the website
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Community Legal Outreach Service
Staffed by local volunteer lawyers, the Legal Outreach provides family and general law advice and referral services to the Hinterland. For appointments please call (07) 5443 7827.
Read more...
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CBC number 43356
Maleny IGA has a community program where they donate 1% of your purchase to a community group. Just quote the CBC number above when making your groceries purchase, and proceeds will be donated to MNC.
More details
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Compassionate Housing Affordability Solutions Maleny
Working to increase the supply of affordable housing in Maleny and surrounds.
More info
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Eckankar: HU chant and spiritual discussion theme
Why do we dream?
6-7:30pm
View the flyer here
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Maleny Montessori Playgroup
Tuesdays 9:30-11:30am and 1.30-3.30pm
View the poster
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Kind2Minds mental health support group
Friendship and support in an informal and non-judgmental space. Mondays 3.30–5pm
View the flyer here
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