Dear member,
Our AGM is coming up this month and it would be good to see as many members (and would-be members) coming along. Memberships are also due and can be renewed at the AGM or any time at our front office.
Don't know how to get rid of your old mobile phones? See our article below.
Our Emergency Relief Program is one of the Centre's most important contributions to the community. So next time you see a 'piggy' when you're out shopping in Maleny, your spare change is always welcome.
– Karen Sheiles & Wendy Oakley, editors
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Thursday 30 August 2018, 4pm
MNC wishes to advise that our AGM will be held later this month. We would also like to call for nominations to the committee. Please RSVP for catering purposes.
More information: email Nooreen, (07) 5499 9345. |
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WANTED: Your old glasses, sunglasses and mobile phones!
The Maleny Blackall Range Lions Club has provided a collection box at the MNC reception area, and would appreciate donations of spectacles, sunglasses and old mobile phones no longer needed.
In the last ten years the Lions Recycle for Sight Australia project has collected close to 4 million pairs of spectacles.
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Homelessness Week, 6-12 August
CHASM and MNC volunteers will have a fundraising table in front of the IGA, from 11am-2pm, Monday to Friday that week. All monies received will be donated to the MNC for their emergency accommodation fund.
Shared House Pilot Project
We are partnering with MNC on this project (transitionary housing for women and children) and the state government funded Innovative Housing Research Project (for older people wanting to age in place in Maleny).
The Small House project
We are currently ramping up our fundraising efforts to build the first of ten relocatable dwellings which will be located in the Maple Street Co-op’s community garden. We have raised over $6,000 so far and aim to reach $50,000. Our first raffle is underway with a $100 hamper from Maple Street Co-op, to be drawn at the end of August.
Sponsorship plan and website
Please visit our website for more information or contact us via email for offers of support or inquiry.
Read the full update • View CHASM's brochure
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Feed a piggy today!
The MNC piggies are a fixture in businesses around Maleny, so if you see the “Piggies“ around, please feel free to empty your loose change into it. Any amount accepted!
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How our piggies contribute to MNC
MNC is one of the few neighbourhood centres that depend on fundraising strategies to provide a significant part of our budget. MNC supports local families and individuals through our Emergency Relief program and the “piggies” are an important part of that strategy.
The Emergency Relief program includes food parcels, blankets, stoves and other donated items. MNC also supports the local primary school with school lunches which include sandwiches and fruit each week.
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Thanks to the support of Pia Buick Real Estate, MNC is the recipient of a grant through the Real Estate Institute QLD for our Emergency Relief program.
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Be Connected – free to over 50s!
Friday 3 & 17 August, 9.30am–12.30pm
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Would you like to know more about your computer than just emailing and searching?
Join us at MNC and watch your computer come to life. Kate Lawrence, owner of Indigo Cat Website and Design, trains the group and gives 1-on-1 tutorials. Just by asking a few simple questions during a session, you can enjoy the benefits of your laptop much more!
To book or enquire phone 5499 9345.
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NEW: Maleny Music at the MNC
Every Wednesday, 7–10pm
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A community music making and skill development program, open to all ages and skill levels
Co-ordinated by local musician Dr Michael Whiticker
View the poster
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NAIDOC Week, 8–15 July
Thank you to all those who gathered for lunch on Thursday 12 July to acknowledge NAIDOC week. The theme this year was “ Because of her we can”. As pillars of our society, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women continue to play significant roles as leaders, trailblazers, politicians, activists and social change advocates.
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Indigenous sharing and learning group
We are calling for parents to come together for an information session about establishing a homework club type activity to support our local Indigenous primary and high school students. We are also seeking volunteer tutors who could assist us either weekly or fortnightly... more details here. Please contact Nooreen (07) 5499 9345.
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Maleny Garden Club:
Gardening on the Edge donation, $822
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DONATIONS NEEDED THIS MONTH...
PANTRY: White rice, toothbrushes & regular size shampoo & conditioner
EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM:
Blankets. $20 fuel vouchers & IGA vouchers still urgently needed
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Suicide prevention workshop
Saturday 4 August, 10am, Mapleton Community Hall
A 3 hour training workshop to increase suicide alertness, available to anyone above 17 years of age. Participants need to book beforehand – phone 5499 9345 or email the MNC coordinator. Cost: $15 to be paid on the day.
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Thursday 30 August 2018, 4pm
We would also like to call for nominations to the committee. Please RSVP for catering purposes.
More information: email Nooreen, (07) 5499 9345.
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Friday 14 September, 3.30–9pm
Back in 2018, transforming the Centre into a magical gypsy encampment with music, food, stalls and workshops. Hosted by the Maleny Flexi School.
More info: Sammalen, Maleny Flexi School, 5429 6958
View the poster.
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Community lunch
Every Thursday, 12.30pm,
$5 donation if possible or help in the kitchen and contribute to the lunch.
Join us for a delicious lunch and meet other community members.
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Maleny Rapid Fix
(previously FixIt Cafe)
Thursday 9 and 23 August, 9am – 2.30pm
Items need to be brought in on the day for initial assessment. Contact 5499 9345 for more info.
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EPICC Maleny
Support for people with disabilities. Fridays 9.30am-3.30pm
View the poster here
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Be Connected Cafe
Every second Friday, 9.30am–12.30pm, next session 3 August. For people aged 50+. Guidance developing IT skills. Contact 5499 9345.
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W2M Refugee Support Group
Meets first Monday of the month.
All welcome.
Visit our Facebook page
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Next LETS weekly office – 2 August
Every Thursday from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Next LETS market
11 August
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Community Legal Outreach Service
Provides family and general law advice and referral services. (07) 5443 7827.
Read more...
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CBC number 43356
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
More info
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Eckankar: HU chant and spiritual discussion theme
The Sound of Soul
As Soul, you have the God-knowledge within.
Wednesdays 6-7:30pm
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