Port Macquarie Neighbourhood Centre 
Current Programs​ and Activities
​Come and join us for one or more of our many programs and activities, we have something for everyone.

• Play Time:       Age/criteria for children 0-5 years and their caregivers
  Day/Time:       Monday mornings during school term. 9:30am—11am.
  Description:   Sensory activities, craft, games, books and puzzles. Please bring snacks and water for your child, Fruit provided. Fully funded—no cost to families who attend.
  Bookings:         Not Required

Call us on 6583 8044 to find out more details or to make a booking! 

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• Kids Club:    Age/criteria Strictly kids 5-12 in age. If younger, parent or guardian MUST stay and supervise 
  Day/Time:   Monday afternoons during school term. 3:30pm—5pm.
  Description:   Each week the kids get to participate in cooking a meal for themselves, engaging in art and craft, puzzles, games and outdoor activities.
  Bookings:        Not Required.

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​Sacred Hour: - Age/criteria- Young women aged 12—15.
Day/Time:          Wednesday during school term. 4pm—5pm.
Description:      A holistic approach to introducing daily ritual, self reliance, expression and resilience in young women and girls. Groups are small to remain intimate, no parents or guardians are allowed to sit in on the sessions.
Bookings:          Not Required.

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Strong: Age criteria Young men aged 12—15.
Day/Time: Wednesday during school term. 5pm—6pm.
Description:  A safe environment for young men to gain life skills, challenge themselves, build resilience and make new connections.
Bookings essential. Maximum capacity of 8 per term.

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Women’s Wellness: Age/criteria Women aged 18 and over.
Day/Time:  Wednesdays during school term. 10am—11:30a
Description: A safe environment for women to explore things such as: Mindfulness, creativity, breathwork, meditation, self reflection, self care, habit stacking, nutrition and movement.
Bookings: Are essential  
Call us on 6583 8044 to find out more details or to make a booking!

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Food Connect

​Food Connect offers free rescued food to those experiencing hardship or disadvantage to ensure no-one goes without a meal. 
​Our service operates every Tuesday from 9.00 am till 10.30 am with no criteria or eligibility. Everyone is welcome and a free breakfast is available from 8.00am.  We would appreciate a gold coin donation on entry but is not essential. Please bring your own bag to pack your groceries.

EAPA

​Energy Accounts Payment Assistance (EAPA) provides assistance to eligible customers experiencing difficulty in paying their electricity accounts.   EAPA is provided to assist customers to remain connected to electricity and cannot be issued for a previous residence.  A simple criteria and interview process is required. Appointments are necessary.
​Please contact us for more information on 6583 8044

L2P Learner Driver Program

This program provides experienced mentor drivers and a dedicated L2P vehicle to enable eligible young people aged 16 to 24yrs the opportunity to complete their compulsory driving hours and gain their P1 drivers licence. Please see the eligibility criteria or call us for more information.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Aged 16-24yrs & disadvantaged with no access to a vehicle and/or supervising driver.
Must attend an information session
Must hold a current NSW learners licence (or obtain one before commencing with the program)
More info….
PURPOSE - To assist learner drivers who do not have adequate access to a vehicle and/or support from a licenced driver to complete the required driving hours.
AIM - To support young people to complete their required 120 hrs with the skills to obtain their P1 Drivers Licence therefor creating greater life opportunities such as study, work, social, family etc.
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L2P 25+ - This program provides eligible participants aged over 25yrs, access to a limited number of professional driving lessons to gain some experience and confidence behind the wheel with the aim to gain their P1 licence. Please see the eligibility criteria or call us for more information
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Aged 25yrs+ and have a learner licence
On Centrelink or a low-income worker
Have inadequate access to a car and/or supporting driver

Tax Help

This is a free service offered by trained Australian Taxation Office volunteers to assist low income earners to complete and lodge their personal tax return.  This service is available between August to October each year.  A simple criteria applies and an appointment is required.  Contact the Neighbourhood Centre on 6584 8044.
 
 TAX HELP ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
•Taxable Income $60,000 or less? ($120,000 for a couple)
 
DURING THE LAST FINANCIAL:
•Not run your own business?
•Not operate under a labour hire agreement quoting your ABN?
•Not receive any royalties?
•Not receive income from either a public unit trust or a public trading trust?
•Not own or share ownership in a rental property?
•Not make a capital gain or capital loss by selling shares or other capital assets?
•Not receive any foreign income, other than a foreign pension or annuity?

LEAF Service 

LEAF PROGRAM - Literacy, Editing and Forms Service.
This is a free service providing support to read, sort, understand and write your documents. 
Do you need assistance with your personal documents and forms?
​Then make an appointment with our confidential and respectful team. 
Call 6583 8044 for an appointment or further information 
* bookings are essential       

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Events

​The Neighbourhood Centre conducts many other funded programs during the year, as well as workshops, celebrations and events.
Our school holiday activities include our Family Fun Day, which is a day of fun, games and activities for the local community, as well as Movie Nights,   Sports Days and much more.