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July 2019
Another month packed with activity at MNC

This year the MNC Knitfest group will once again take part in the annual display in the Maleny main street. Keep your eye out for our fantastic contributions to this fun display. July also sees the introduction of the Maleny Young Women's Group for high school girls aged 12-18 here at the Centre. We are seeking donors for this worthwhile initiative.
     And our garden continues to flourish with the constant input from volunteers. Veggies grown in the garden make a significant contribution to our Thursday lunches and emergency relief program. Anyone is welcome to join.

– Karen Sheiles and Wendy Oakley, editors
Upcoming events
MNC will be entering again this year!
View the poster
3 July, 10am–12 noon
Tesch Park Maleny
The Maleny Wellbeing Group is looking through this activity to attract socially isolated and lonely community members to come along and experience some of the activities local community organisations have in the Hinterland.  
We are looking for local clubs/organisations to come and have displays to promote and attract new members whilst connecting with other locals. For dates and times, stall details email Nooreen • View the poster

Maleny Young Women's Program

Fortnightly on Friday, 3-6pm
Dates for Term 3: 9 July, 2, 16, 30 August and
13 September 
For girls 12-18 years attending high school. The group has already provided some amazing outcomes for participants, with positive feedback from parents, school nurse and participants. 
     MNC would like to keep running this significant program for our local young women but desperately need funding. It would take 10 donors donating $1000 each per annum, to keep the program running for 1 year during school terms. Anyone wishing to donate to this worthwhile program please contact Nooreen Harris on (07) 5499 9345. All donations are tax deductible... Read in full

REPORT: GARDEN AND BUILDING GROUP

The recent working bee was still undertaken by some hearty souls despite some heavy rain. Chris is doing a fantastic job with the lawns and gardens during his weekly Newstart hours. It is a delight to come to the MNC and be greeted by a tidy and well maintained area.
    Each garden is being fitted with a timber edging.  We plan to clear the area along the MNC side of the drain at the back of the property to provide easier maintenance and a delightful area to quietly wander and meditate – flowing water and waterlilies. The area ‘over the fence’ will be opened up for peaceful contemplation and enjoyment.
   The shelter is being converted into a secure storage area. To help fit this area out, would anyone with unwanted heavy shelves donate hem to MNC. Heavy duty pallets are also needed. And more gardeners are sought to assist with the production of more vegetables. Get your Blue Card and give some time for this worthy cause... Read in full

OFFICE SPACE available at MNC

Great community-based office spaces available for rent at community rates. The Centre receives up to 10,000 participant visits per year offering a strong potential client base in a respected community facility... more info

Transition House Project update

Since commencement of operation 5 women and 2 children under 12 have been tenanted at the house. Two tenants have transitioned into their own rental properties – one private and one social housing. All tenants are transition tenants with agreements that enable them to reside in the house for up to 3 months. As part of the new model for the house, all tenants cook and clean all areas of the house themselves and are supported by an MNC volunteer who visits the house on a regular basis.  
     The Transition House has had a recent makeover with some new furniture and fittings and linen purchased. This was made possible through a donation by Maleny Uniting Church. Local contractor Maleny Hired Hands has been generous with their time and reduced rates in assisting with furniture removal. APEX mows the grass when required, and a MNC volunteer gardener attends to the weeding and general maintenance of the garden. Tenants are encouraged to assist with the garden maintenance and the house is often filled with beautiful flowers from the garden... Read the full update.

Floral art entries win at Show

Well done to Christine Brunton and Toni Wolter-Tsang from Maleny Floral Art Group who recently entered the Maleny Show and won in the categories that they entered.

MNC traineeship: 
Sammerlan Sek-Reid

Each year MNC in collaboration with Maleny Flexi School support a student through a traineeship program. Last year our student was Sammerlan Sek-Reid, who enrolled in Community Services Certificate 3. Sammerlan contributed to the organisation of the  2018 Maleny Youth festival and other MNC events, including assisting at the front desk with emergency relief work.
    MNC would like to take this opportunity to thank Sammerlan for her contribution to our organisation, especially to the Youth Festival last year, and wish her every success for her future. 
Currently seeking volunteers in areas including kitchen, garden and events team. Please give Nancy a call for an informal chat to see what we can do. (07) 5499 9345
Maleny and Hinterland locals raised $4327 for the North Townsville Community Hub (NOTCH) towards expenses for victims of the Townsville floods. MNC volunteer Frances Harper approached MNC management about the idea which was approved, especially given that we were also assisting another neighbourhood centre.
    Most of the clients at NOTCH were in desperate need of food and clothes, as their emergency payments were taking some time to process. By donating cash, NOTCH could purchase extra food items as the need arose.
     The MNC management committee would like to thank Frances for taking the lead on this project and ensuring all funds were donated  in timely manner.

PANTRY:
Tins of lentils, chickpeas, baked beans & spaghetti.
EMERGENCY RELIEF PROGRAM: 
$20 fuel vouchers & IGA vouchers always needed!

July noticeboard

Community lunch

Every Thursday, 12.30pm,
$5 donation if possible or help in the kitchen.
Join us for a delicious lunch and meet other community members.

Drop In NDIS Support: Maleny

First & third Tuesday each month, 10am–12 noon
Free informal sessions If you'd like some personal support. View the flyer

EPICC Maleny

Support for people with disabilities. Fridays 9.30am-3.30pm
View the poster here

Maleny Fix It Cafe

Thursday 11 July, 9.30 am–2.30pm. Alterations, furniture and bike repairs. Items need to be brought in on the day for initial assessment. Contact 5499 9345 for more info.

W2M Refugee Support Group

Meets first Thursday of the month.
All welcome. 
Visit our Facebook page

Next LETS weekly office 6 July

Every Thursday from 10.30am to 12.30pm
Next LETS market
6 June

Community Legal Outreach Service

Provides family and general law advice and referral services. (07) 5443 7827. 
 Read more...

CBC number 43356

 Just quote the CBC number above when making your groceries purchase, and proceeds will be donated to MNC.
More details

Compassionate Housing Affordability Solutions Maleny

Working to increase the supply of affordable housing More info

The Sound of Soul

HU chant and spiritual conversation with likeminded people with a weekly spiritual theme
Wednesdays 6-7:30pm

Qi Gong

Tuesdays from 2–3pm.
Public $5.00, volunteers free. Phone 5429 6208 for more info.

Knitfest

Tuesdays 10am–2pm. Learn to knit/crochet or work on items for the July festival. More info

Maleny Young Women's Program

Fortnightly on Friday, 3-6pm. Dates for Term 3: 9 July, 2, 16, 30 August and 13 September 
More info
What's on
@ MNC

MONDAY


• HELP Enterprises
Every second Monday, 9 am - 3 pm

• RangeCare Games Morning 
9.30 am –12 noon
Contact Janene 5429 6152

• Suncoast Community Legal – Free legal advice & service
Fortnightly. For appointment phone 5443 7827 or visit the website


TUESDAY


• Justice of the Peace
To witness signatures of official documents
9.30 am – 12.30 pm

• Maleny Floral Art Group
Second Tuesday of the month, 9 am – 12 noon 

• National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
First & third Tuesday of the month 10 am - 12pm

• Qi Gong
Tuesdays, 2–3 pm
Ph: 5429 6208
 

WEDNESDAY


• Centrelink – Homeless & Vulnerable Outreach Program
Every second Wednesday - Mainly for homeless and vulnerable clients
1 – 3 pm with Community Engagement Officer ** (If you are coming from a distance please phone MNC on 5499 9345 to check that the officer is here before you travel.

• ECKANKAR free events
Hu chant and spiritual discussion   
6 – 7.30 pm
Contact Jennifer 0429 957 989
 

THURSDAY

• Community lunch
$5 donation if possible
Everyone welcome
12.30 pm

• Maleny Fix It Cafe
2nd and 4th Thursday, 9.30 am – 2.30 pm
 $5 donation per item.

• Justice of the Peace
To witness signatures of official documents
12.30 – 2.30 pm

• Welcome 2 Maleny 
First Thursday of the month
4.30 – 6pm For more info email welcome2maleny@gmail.com

• LETS office
Every 2nd and 4th Thursday, 10.30 am – 12.30 pm
 

FRIDAY


• EPICC
Inclusive writing group for youth and adults with special needs
9am – 3pm (except school holidays)
Contact Sue 5499 9899 
 

Every weekday 

• Flexi School
(except school holidays)

• Free Wi-Fi, computers available

• Rooms of all sizes
to rent 24 / 7 at affordable prices

• Phone use, photocopying
(charges apply)

• Emergency food relief – different support available, including the use of our washing machine and shower

• Counselling services

**CEOs support people who are unable to access mainstream departmental services because they experience a vulnerability and have complex needs. They primarily provide short term support to these customers to increase their self-sufficiency and where appropriate, transition them to mainstream channels.


Or just hang out here and have a cuppa!

ADVERTISE WITH US
MNC is offering local businesses the opportunity to advertise in our monthly newsletter which goes out to about 1700 people per month. Contact Sue our Admin Officer to discuss further.
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VOLUNTEER WITH US
Are EVENTS your passion?!
We are looking for two members of the community to volunteer to help with the new Events Team that is being formed for all annual events at the centre.
 If you would like to know more about volunteering at the Centre please contact the Volunteer Support worker ph: (07) 54999345.

BECOME A MEMBER


Maleny Neighbourhood Centre is one of few centres whose funding by State and Local government covers part of our budget required. The rest of our budget is covered through memberships, donations and fundraising. We would love you to join the Centre as a member. You can do that at our reception desk between the hours of 9am - 3pm weekdays or through the website.

For more information
read more.
or donate by Paypal.
Thank you!
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre acknowledges assistance of funding from the Queensland Government Department of Communities, Disability Services and Seniors.
In order to maintain and support our work, we ask that you & your friends become members of the Neighbourhood Centre. For as little as $5 a month for 1 year (which is $60) you can provide the ingredients for 1 community lunch. Go to malenync.org.au/donate to MNC
Maleny Neighbourhood Centre proudly acknowledges local support from: 
• Sunshine Coast Council Community Partnership Funding Program
• APEX
• Country Women's 
Association
• Foundation Dental Services
• Coral Street dentist
• Ladies Friendship Group
• Lions Club of Maleny
• Maleny Super IGA
• Maleny and District Senior Citizens
• Maleny Anglican Church
• Maleny Baptist Church

• Maleny Presbyterian Church
• Maleny Uniting Church
• Maleny Catholic Ladies
• Maleny Chamber of Commerce
• Maleny Rotary
• Maleny Garden Club
• Maleny Quota
• Maleny Credit Union
• Montville Coffee
• Zonta Club of Blackall Range
• Maleny Bakery and Cafe
• Sunstone Gardens Home Owners Association
Disclaimer: MNC very much appreciates the support of the services that use our centre and advertise in our newsletter, however it does not in any way endorse any products or services advertised.

Deadline for articles for the August 2019 newsletter:
Friday 19 July. 
Send contributions to admin@malenync.org.au
The Maleny Neighbourhood Centre
17 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny Qld 4552
Opening hours: 
Monday – Friday 9am – 3pm.
Closed Public Holidays.
Phone: (07) 5499 9345
Web: www.malenync.org.au
The Maleny Neighbourhood Centre acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land where we live and work, the Kabi Kabi and Jinnaburra people. We pay respects to Elders, past present and emerging.
MNC is funded by the Department of Communities, Disability Services and Seniors and the Sunshine Coast Council.
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