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Hello <<First Name>>,
The AGM on the 28 September provides a great opportunity to become more familiar with the extensive range of services provided by MNC and the various projects that are always underway. All welcome, and if you are not a member already, please come and join us.
We were saddened to hear of the recent death of Bill Richardson. Bill was well known in the Maleny community, particularly remembered for his involvement in the White Ribbon campaign and in MNC's events against Domestic Violence. A community ceremony will be held at the Neighbourhood Centre at 4pm, Wednesday 30 August.
Vale Bill.
– Anne Delmas & Wendy Oakley, editors
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Maleny Neighbourhood Centre AGM
Thursday 28 September 2017 at 4pm
A great opportunity for members to learn more about MNC's work and vision. There will be music and canapes will be served.
If you are interested in being a member of the Committee, please contact the Secretary Rebecca Jaques on 5499 9345.
Nominations close on 14 September.
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This is the theme of the 2017 World Suicide Prevention Day on 10 September. This is complemented by R U OK? Day on 14 September. Both days will be marked at MNC on 14 September (see below).
The World Health Organization estimates that over 800,000 people die by suicide each year. In Australia more than 2500 people die each year (3,027 in 2015)... more
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Maleny Wellbeing Group
2nd Monday of the month
A research project in 2016 identified high suicide rates in Hinterland communities. As a result a working group was set up in Glasshouse, Maleny and Kenilworth. The purpose is to reduce the risk of suicide and increase factors to build resilient communities. For more info please call Nooreen (07) 3051 6310, email coordinatordw@malenync.org.au
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Join us in the MNC garden
The garden is being progressively weeded and brought back into good production for both the kitchen and Emergency Relief. However more help is needed to enable this process to continue. Please contact Nancy or Bec on 5499 9345 if you are interested in volunteering.
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Strawberry fields forever
A group of 4-year-old boys and girls from the Good Start Kindergarten visit the MNC every Tuesday morning from 10 to 10.45am. They have their own dedicated garden bed which they have now planted with strawberries.
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FixIt Cafe keeps on fixing it
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Jim Straker demonstrates how to change a tap washer
The “I can do it” series has provided training to over 15 people in the first of the series – changing a tap washer. And Darryl has brought new skills to the team to undertake repairs on electronics items.
There is still capacity to repair more of the regular items – bicycles, clothes, small goods and some small furniture items. 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 9am to 2 pm.
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DONATIONS NEEDED THIS MONTH...
PANTRY: Tins of baked beans
EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM:
Blankets, pots and pans
CAN YOU HELP?
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Need some help with your tax return?
A tax office representative will be at Morris House in Landsborough on Thursdays. Appointments are available from 3 August. Call 5494 1255 for a free appointment.
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Homelessness Week 2017
Thank you to all the wonderful generous people who supported CHASM's fundraising efforts during Homelessness Week in August, and a particular thank you to the Maleny Rotary Club for their donation of $250. The $1,094.50 raised was donated to the MNC to purchase emergency accommodation for homeless people.
Chasm is keen to hear from any businesses, schools, organisations and community groups who'd like to participate in a community consultation to share fundraising ideas on Wednesday 13 September, 12.15 – 3pm. Please email Julia Peddie or call 0405 331 584.
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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:
"It's great to get aid in Maleny"
"I am a single woman with one child and I have recently lost my job. I continue to look for work and until I find a job, although I am not homeless, I am really only 'scraping by' and so I came into the Neighbourhood Centre to get some help. I was initially really embarrassed to be asking for food but the people were very helpful and made me feel comfortable about it. It is really great to be able to get aid in Maleny where I am living."
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Our sincere thanks to all those community groups and individuals who donated to our Emergency Relief Fund during August: These included:
The Lions Club of Maleny: $850 to buy 10 swags for our swag appeal for people sleeping rough.
Maleny Credit Union: $750 through their Support a Local Club program. Thanks to the Credit Union for all their support over the years.
Pomodoras on Obi restaurant: $538.30 comprised of staff tips earned during their Christmas in July event
Quota International of Maleny: $500 to purchase hygiene products and nappies
The Girl Guides: a basket of toiletry products valued at $125 for homeless people donated during Homelessness Week
Elizabeth Gibson: frozen meals, and IGA Maleny: 100+ sausages.
These donations all help us to achieve our fundraising aim of $12,000 which will go towards Emergency Relief... THANKS AGAIN!
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Nooreen Harris receives a cheque from Pomodoras owner Jodi Bond
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Thanks to the Girl Guides for their donation during Homelessness Week
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Thursday 7 September, from 10am
If you want to find out more about what MNC does, come to our Open Day. Stay for lunch. Learn more about the local groups using MNC and the services available.
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Community consultation about fundraising
Wednesday 13 September, 12.15–3pm
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
CHASM is keen to hear from any businesses, schools, organisations and community groups who'd like to participate in a community consultation to share fundraising ideas.
Please email Julia Peddie or call 0405 331 584. |
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R U Ok and World Suicide Prevention Day
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
Thursday 14 September, 11am – 12.30pm
Followed by community lunch. If you are interested in opportunities to do some training around suicide prevention, come and gather some information on the day.
Let's reach out and talk about suicide fact sheet
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Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
Thursday 28 September 2017, 4pm
If you are interested in being a member of the Committee please contact the Secretary, Rebecca Jaques, on 5499 9345. Nominations close on 14th September.
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Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
An 8 week course beginning 11 October
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Friday 13 October 2017, 3-6pm
Visual art, poetry, music, dance and theatre
View the poster
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Maleny Manor
Tuesday 7 November 2017
Last year Maleny Rotary Club raised close to $7000 which was shared by the Maleny 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. View the flyer |
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EPICC showcase event
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
Saturday 11 November 2017
EPICC Maleny are planning an event featuring the material that they have been working on for the last 2 years. The aim is to raise public awareness of what EPICC do to hopefully attract more members, and to raise the funds necessary to keep going. More details to come.
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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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Maleny Community Healing and Meditation
Saturdays at 10am.
$10 per person
View the poster
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W2M Refugee Support Group
Meets every first Monday at 4.30pm Next meeting: Monday 4 September
Contact: email us or Visit our Facebook page
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Next LETS weekly office – 7 September
Every Thursday from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Next LETS market
Saturday 9 September,
9am–1pm
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Caloundra & Hinterland Family Support Programme
An early intervention program to improve children's wellbeing. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3.30am – 3pm... more info
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Eco art and craft workshops
Every Friday 9.30am to midday. 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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Maleny Pearl
Connection Group
The group is focused on socialising, getting out of the house and into the community and generally connecting with others.
View the flyer here.
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Eckankar: HU chant and spiritual discussion theme
Tune into soul's guidance for a better life
6-7:30pm
View the flyer here
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Tai Chi class
With Roger Westcott.
Free for MNC volunteers.
On Tuesdays at 5pm at MNC. Book on 5494 4834
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Compassionate Housing Affordability Solutions Maleny
Working to increase the supply of low-cost housing.
Full details
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IDAHO
The IDAHO (International Day against Homophobia) group supports young LGBTIQ people and their families.
More info.
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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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