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What’s on at Headspace Emerald this 2025 first school term?
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now What’s on at Headspace Emerald in 2025? headspace Emerald headspace Emerald is one of the locations of Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds. headspace Emerald supports young people with mental health,

Emerald Neighbourhood Centre Holiday Opening Hours 2024
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Emerald Neighbourhood Centre Holiday Opening Hours 2024 Dear Emerald Community Members, The Emerald Neighbourhood Centre will be closed from 12.30 pm Thursday, 19th December 2024 and Reopening in the New Year on Friday, 3rd January 2025 Please contact the Seventh Day

Our Christmas Raffle Tickets will be available at the Rotary Emerald RFDS Christmas Night Markets on Saturday, 14th December 2024!! Amazing Prizes to be WON!! Don’t Miss Out!
Our Christmas Raffle Tickets are available at the Rotary Emerald RFDS Christmas Night Markets on Saturday, 14th December 2024! Great Prizes to be WON!

Our exceptional Staff and Volunteers flawlessly prepared and served a delicious Christmas dinner at the “Come to the Table – Christmas 2024” event on Wednesday night.
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Our exceptional Staff and Volunteers flawlessly prepared and served a delicious Christmas dinner at the “Come to the Table – Christmas 2024” event on Wednesday night. We are so grateful to have such amazing Volunteers and Staff. You are all amazing

Thank you to CP Dental and the local riders for raising awareness of our “Linking Alms for Christmas” Appeal
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Thank you to CP Dental and the local riders for raising awareness of our “Linking Alms for Christmas” Appeal Thank you to everyone who donated toys, gifts and food items A massive THANK YOU to all the Volunteers and Supporters WE

The Moana 2 Movie Premiere highlighted the strength of “Community Helping Community,” reminding us that together we can achieve amazing things.
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now The Moana 2 Movie Premiere highlighted the strength of “Community Helping Community,” reminding us that together we can achieve amazing things. Thank you to everyone who attended this event to support our Emerald Neighbourhood Centre “Linking Alms for Christmas” Fundraiser. A

Our Cent Sale and Christmas Raffle is on at the Lions Christmas Market on Sunday, 9th December 2024! Don’t miss out!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Our Cent Sale and Christmas Raffle is on at the Lions Christmas Market on Sunday, 9th December 2024! Don’t miss out! MERRY CHRISTMAS Come on down to the Emerald Lions Christmas Markets at Morton Park, under the Sunflowers, on Sunday, 9th

The Annual Emerald Toy Run 2024 is on Saturday, 30th November 2024! Find out more!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now The 2nd Annual TOY RUN 2024 EMERALD Saturday, 30th November @ 10.00 am CP DENTAL CARPARK – 3 Egerton Street, Emerald SUPPORTED BY: Donations of toys or non-perishable food can be brought to CP Dental on the 30th November from 10am

Moana 2 Movie Premiere for Linking Alms | The Social Hub – Friday, 29th November, @ 4.30 pm
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Moana 2 Movie Premiere for Linking Alms The Social Hub – Friday, 29th November 2024 @ 4.30 pm Donate To Linking Alms MOANA 2 PREMIERE BOOK TICKETS ONLINE Our Latest News

Reminder: The Linking Alms and Adopt a Family donations deadline of 30th November 2024 is getting close!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now JUST A GENTLE REMINDER That the deadline for Linking Alms for Christmas Appeal donations is the 30th November 2024. To help with the creation and organising of the awesome Christmas Hampers, our helpers will be so grateful if your donations could

EDSDA-Emerald Neighbourhood Centre-AGM-26th November 2024
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now You are invited to our Annual General Meeting! Update – AGM Location is 5:30pm @ Boardroom, The Hub (Opal Street, Emerald) on Tuesday, 26th November 2024 Nominations need to be in by 17th November 2024 Update – AGM Location is 5:30pm

Thank You for an Amazing Community Event! Connect Community Together, for Queensland Mental Health Week
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Thank You for an Amazing Community Event! Connect Community Together, for Queensland Mental Health Week. Connect Community Together, for Queensland Mental Health Week. We at the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support and participation at our recent

The Emerald Neighbourhood Centre is hosting a free community event for Queensland Mental Health Week; Connect Community Together on Wednesday, 9th October 2024 at Emerald Lions Park from 10.00 am – 3.00 pm
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now The Emerald Neighbourhood Centre is hosting a FREE COMMUNITY EVENT – Connect Community Together for Queensland Mental Health Week Wednesday, 9 October 2024Emerald Lions Park10.00 am – 3.00 pm Connect Community Together Please come down to the Emerald Lions Park and

How to register for or donate to Linking Alms for Christmas 2024
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Linking Alms for Christmas and the Adopt-A-Family Christmas Appeal 2024 Did you know, the Linking Alms has been a collaborative community project for over 25 years, helping those experiencing hardship crisis and need at Christmas time! We really do have an

Beer, Braids, Waves and Wine, what more could a woman want?! Come and Learn Braids and Waves! First fundraiser for Sunflower Queen Quest Entrant- Jessica Mitchell. All proceeds raised will go to the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre.
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Beer, Braids, Waves and Wine Fundraising Event Come and Learn Braids and Waves!The first fundraiser for Sunflower Queen Quest Entrant – Jessica Mitchell.All proceeds raised will go to the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre. Friday, 4th October 2024 from 5.30 pm – 7.30

Come Join Us For A Coffee and Movie on Friday, 27th September 2024!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Come Join Us For A Coffee & Movie Friday, 27th September 2024 @ 1.30 pm! Contact us at the Neighbourhood Centre on 4982 1696 if you require transport.We would love it if you could join us! Our Latest News

Congratulations Everybody! Our Get Set For Work Program has been named the CENTRAL QUEENSLAND REGIONAL WINNER in the Community Training Initiative of the Year Category in the Qld Training Awards 2024! Woo Hoo!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Our Get Set For Work Program supports young people in the Central Highlands and provides tools for personal growth and work readiness. Participants study the Certificate II in Skills for Work and Vocational Pathways as well as other training and receive

Three things that were awesome at the Sparkles Breakfast
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Three Things That Were Awesome At The Sparkles Breakfast The 1st Awesome Thing At The Sparkles Breakfast Was The Food! Ruth and her Emerald State High School Bites Catering Team cooked a delicious Breakfast. Thank You!! The 2nd Awesome Thing At

A Sparkling Thank You to Our Wonderful Emerald Community for Coming Together to Celebrate at our Inaugural Sparkles Ball
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now A Sparkling Thank You to Our Wonderful Emerald Community for Coming Together to Celebrate at our Inaugural Sparkles Ball. “Sparkly” Sparkles Ball Guests enjoying pre-dinner drinks and cocktails Thank you to Natasha and the Rotary volunteers for running the bar! Thanks

Breaking News: Mack Geiger has been crowned Country Star in Australia. Don’t miss his performance at our Sparkles Ball in July!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now BREAKING NEWS: Mack Geiger has been crowned Country Star in Australia. Don’t miss his performance at our Sparkle Ball in July! Book Your Sparkles Ball Tickets FIND OUT MORE Book your Breakfast Tickets CHECK MACK GEIGER OUT ON FACEBOOK! Our Latest

Sparkle Ball and Sparkle Breakfast – Tickets available now!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Sparkles Ball and Sparkle Breakfast – Tickets Are Now Available! Book Your Sparkles Ball Tickets Book your Breakfast Tickets Tickets are also available from: Cut Loose Emerald, 2/5 Borilla Street – Tel: 4982 2454 Emerald Neighbourhood Centre, 17 Yamala Street –

It’s National Neighbourhood Centre Week across Australia!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now It’s National Neighbourhood Centre Week across Australia! Celebrate Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres (NCHC) Week with the empowering theme “Stronger Together”! This week is a tribute to the incredible strength that blossoms when diverse individuals unite for a common purpose.

The Emerald Lutheran Ladies Fellowship Pie Drive is on! Download Your Pie Drive Order Form Here. Last orders are 13th May 2024. Don’t miss out!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now The Emerald Lutheran Ladies Fellowship Pie Drive is on! Download Your Pie Drive Order Form Here. Last orders are 13th May 2024. Don’t miss out! Download Pie Order Form Orders can be emailed to frontdesk@emeraldnc.com.au ORDERS & PAYMENTS DUE: 13TH MAY

A Sparkle Life Breakfast Event – Sunday, 14th July 2024 at McIndoe Function Hall
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now A Sparkle Life Breakfast Event – Sunday, 14th July 2024 at the McIndoe Function Hall. https://emeraldneighbourhoodcentre.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/3.mp4 Proudly Brought To You by the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre! For more information please contact us on 4982 1696 or frontdesk@emeraldnc.com.au Our Latest News

Sparkles & Glamour Ball – Saturday, 13th July 2024 at Emerald Town Hall
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Sparkles & Glamour Ball – Saturday, 13th July 2024 at Emerald Town Hall https://emeraldneighbourhoodcentre.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/1.mp4 Proudly Brought To You by the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre! For more information please contact us on 4982 1696 or frontdesk@emeraldnc.com.au Our Latest News

Mothers’ Day is 12th May 2024! Find your Mum a lovely gift at the Emerald markets – Sunday, 5th May 2024
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Mother’s Day is on the 12th of May! Find out how you could win your Mum a lovely gift at the Emerald Lions Markets on Sunday, 5th May and help us fundraise at the same time. Our Latest News


Emerald Easter Rodeo BBQ – Sat, 30th March 2024 at the Emerald Show Grounds – Emerald Neighbourhood Centre BBQ Fundraiser.
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Join us for a scrumptious BBQ feast at the Emerald Easter Rodeo and help us raise funds for our worthy cause. Emerald Easter Rodeo – Emerald Showgrounds Saturday, 30th March 2024 – 9.00 am until LATEMAIN EVENT 5.00 PM BBQ MENU

4 Ways The Community Connect Program can help you.
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now 4 Ways the Community Connect Program can help you. What is Community Connect? The Community Connect Program is an advocacy and support program. The aim of the program, is to provide assistance and support for vulnerable families and individuals, in our

$30,000 raised at the MGC Charity Golf Day!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now MGC Constructions’ Charity Golf Day raises $30,000 for Emerald Neighbourhood Centre and Emerald Junior Golf Club MGC Constructions celebrated their 1st Birthday with a Charity Golf Day in Emerald It was MGC Constructions’ 1st Birthday on the 2nd of February 2024.

The Emerald Flourish Festival was a huge success!
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Despite the rainy weather, a large crowd of people turned out to enjoy the Flourish Festival at the Town Hall on Saturday. The Flourish Festival is a community-led multicultural arts festival that provides the opportunity for Emerald to show how we

$1,000,000 Hole in one – Charity Golf Day – 2nd March 2024
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now $1,000,000 Hole in One!!! MGC Construction’s Charity Golf Day Emerald Golf Club Saturday, 2nd March 2024 Be quick! Today is the last day for registration! BBQ Breakfast available from 8.00 am – 10.30 am thanks to the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre fundraising

What’s on at Headspace Emerald this school term?
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Who is headspace and what’s on at headspace Emerald this school term? headspace Emerald headspace Emerald is one of the locations of Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds. headspace Emerald supports

Flourish – A Community Festival – Emerald Town Hall 24th February 2024
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Flourish In Central Queensland – A Community Festival Art & Market Stalls – Sat 24th Feb 2024 – Emerald Town Hall – 9 am – 2 pm Art and Market Stalls on Saturday, 24th February 2024 at the Emerald Town Hall,

Join our Team! Two opportunities currently available
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Join Our Team! We have two opportunities currently available: Front Desk Reception (Admin Support) GSFW Support Coordinator (Get Set For Work) The Emerald Neighbourhood Centre (ENC) is a not-for-profit organisation of Emerald & District Services Development Association Inc. (EDSDA) established to

How to use the Get Set For Work program to skill up for FREE
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now How to use the Get Set For Work program to skill up for FREE Get Set For Work Program The Get Set for Work Program is an employment and training program supporting Queenslanders aged 15-19 to get skills, qualifications and job

How to register for or donate to Linking Alms for Christmas
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now Linking Alms for Christmas and the Adopt-A-Family Christmas Appeal 2023 Did you know, the Linking Alms has been a collaborative community project for over 25 years, helping those experiencing hardship crisis and need at Christmas time! We really do have an

How to become a Volunteering Champion for the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre in 3 easy steps
Please Help Us Deliver On Our Mission Donate Now How to become a Volunteering Champion for the Emerald Neighbourhood Centre in 3 easy steps We welcome and invite you to contact our team to register your availability in becoming part of our Volunteer community. It truly is a wonderful experience