Supporting Local Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres
We strengthened our support for local neighbourhood and community centres, recognising the vital role they play in supporting residents- particularly those facing hardship. These organisations deliver essential services such as food relief, disability advocacy, and assistance for the vulnerable groups.
Our investment in these centres reinforces our commitment to social equity and local resilience, ensuring our support reaches across a broad spectrum of community needs.
“Thanks to the generous funding we received from The Community Bank, our community centre will be able to run more smoothly- allowing us to spend more time delivering services and activities that make a difference to the local community. This support means quick response to community needs, better coordination of activities and events and ultimately, a warmer, more accessible experience for everyone who walks through our doors.” Ashburton Community Centre
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2025 Dick Menting Community, Sports Club Award – Peter Knox
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2025 Dick Menting Community Champion Award – Mary Muirhead OAM
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2025 Dick Menting Community Champion Award – Rochelle Anderson
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