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Mareeba Community Centre
Mareeba Community Centre Inc. supports people and families across the Tablelands with practical, local help. We offer community support and referrals, food and financial assistance, financial resilience and education, family support, and wellbeing services. Our head office is based in Mareeba, on the traditional lands of the Muluridji people, with staff in Malanda and Ravenshoe and outreach services across the region.
The MCC motto, “small pieces, big picture” reflects the organisation’s commitment to working in collaboration with and as part of a larger community service network; having a holistic viewpoint, taking into account the numerous ‘pieces’ of a ‘puzzle’ and recognising and celebrating the significance of ‘small steps’ towards recovery
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🍰 HAPPY NATIONAL LAMINGTON DAY! Today we're celebrating one of Australia's most iconic sweet treats – the humble Lamington! 🤎🥥 Whether you love them classic with chocolate and coconut, filled with jam and cream, or prefer a modern twist, there's no denying that lamingtons have been bringing smiles to Australians for generations. 💡 Fun Fact: The Lamington is believed to be named after Lord Lamington, who served as the Governor of Queensland from 1896 to 1901. While its exact origins are still debated, one thing's for sure – it's become a true Aussie favourite! ☕ They pair perfectly with a
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Did you know?
Free bus transport is available from Dimbulah to Mareeba and return twice every Monday and Thursday.
This photo shows Peter with bus driver Wendy, just about to hop on the bus to Mareeba to catch up with a friend for coffee.
To book your seat, phone 4092 1948.
Pick-up and drop-off: Dimbulah Community Centre.
A great way to stay connected with friends, appointments, community activities.
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💛 Nelson Mandela International Day 💛 Today we honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela, whose commitment to equality, compassion and service continues to inspire people around the world. Mandela believed that every person has the power to make a positive difference, no matter how small. "It is in your hands to make a better world for all who live in it." — Nelson Mandela Today, why not take a moment to: 🤝 Help a neighbour 💛 Check in on a friend 😊 Share a smile 🌿 Volunteer your time ☕ Invite someone for a cuppa Small acts of
The centre offers a variety of services including: Information, Advice and Referral; Self help and Social groups; Computer and Internet access; Photocopying Services; Access to visiting services.
The No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) enables community members living on a low income to access interest free loans up to $2000.
Community Transport provides point to point transport with care and can include trips for shopping, attending our local library and medical appointments.
Emergency Relief aims to support individuals and families to navigate financial crises and build financial wellbeing, capability and resilience by helping people address immediate needs in times of financial crisis.
Community Pantry
A low-cost food pantry providing affordable groceries to help community members manage rising living costs and access everyday essentials.
Our Financial Capability Worker provides free, confidential support to community members who may be experiencing financial stress or hardship. The role focuses on building financial capability and supporting people to strengthen their financial wellbeing through practical assistance, information, and referrals.
Social Prescribing
Helping families improve their wellbeing by connecting them with community activities, services, and supports that reduce isolation and strengthen community connection.
The Intensive Family Support programs works intensively with families who have multiple and/or complex need that impact on their parenting, family functioning and children’s safety.
Secondary Family Support works with families to reduce harm or risk of harm to children and young people, to prevent crises or problems within families from arising or escalating and to stabilise or maintain family wellbeing.
