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Prostate Cancer Support Orchid Society Byron District Orchid Society will meet Group The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Day Prostate Cancer Support Group is to be held on Wednesday 13 July at 10am until 12 noon at the Alstonville Bowling Club, Deegan Drive, Alstonville. Men previously and newly diagnosed with prostate cancer are urged to join with the group to experience the cancer stories told, which give a great opportunity for all to share, learn and benefit from each other. Partners and carers are also most welcome to attend as family are very much involved in the process and treatment of those with this diagnosis. Guest Speaker is Kate Goswell on Men’s Health Exercise. Enquiries to Bob Corney: 0400 747 630.
BV VIEW Club Delta Kay is the guest speaker at the next luncheon of Brunswick Valley VIEW Club on 14 July. The venue is Brunswick Heads Bowling Club. For catering purposes, members are asked to advise Wenda if they are attending, on 0449 563 580 or email wjhunt@ yahoo.com. Info: President Margaret Alderton 0429 966 894.
Flood Grants Mullumbimby CWA branch has $20,000 in grants for flood affected people and businesses in postcode areas 2482 and 2483. Grants of $500 will be given on a needs basis. This money has come from the CWA of NSW Disaster Fund. Please visit the website https:// cwamullumbimby.wordpress.com and select the Flood Grant application form. A copy of your driver’s licence must accompany the application. Closing date is 15 July, 2022. Info: johnandjen6@gmail.com.
at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club on Sunday 10 July at 1.30pm. One of our best growers, Laurie Mills, will give us an insight into how he grows orchids. Come along to see a lovely display of members’ orchids and plants. For more information phone Penny on 0427 801 600.
CWA meeting Mullumbimby Branch of CWA of NSW (Country Women’s Association of New South Wales) is holding its monthly meeting on Wednesday 13 July at the CWA room Cnr Tincogan & Gordon Streets, Mullumbimby. Ladies are most welcome to attend and along with members are asked to arrive at 9.30am for a 10am meeting. Members please bring luncheon. Membership enquires: Jen 6684 7282.
Fellowship of First Fleeters The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Fellowship of First Fleeters will be held on Sunday 24 July at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina, at 11am. This meeting will be our AGM, however, all visitors are very welcome. Contact Roddy Jordan on 6687 5339 or via email hollysbuddy1@bigpond.com to attend.
Healthy and active Are you looking for some help to stay active and healthy and on your feet as you get older? If you’re 60 or over (Aboriginal people aged 45+ can join Healthy and Active for Life Online) and live in NSW, sign up for Healthy and Active for Life Online – a FREE 10-week program from NSW Health that helps you make small, sustainable changes
in your lifestyle to improve your health. Registrations close 8 July. Find out more here: healthupnorth. info/healthyandactive
Go4Fun Online Go4Fun Online is a free 10-week program for children aged 7–13 (and their families) who are above a healthy weight. Go4Fun Online includes: Weekly online sessions, Personalised support. Rewards and prizes. Check your eligibility and register for Term Three, visit: go4funonline.com.au.
Winter Appeal Brunswick Valley VIEW Club calls on community to give generously to The Smith Family’s Winter Appeal to support thousands of children and young people with their education as they deal with the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. For those who are interested to find out more about VIEW or who would like to join visit view.org.au or call 1800 805 366.
Mullumbimby District Neighbourhood Centre Mullumbimby & District Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday–Thursday 9am–4pm and offers a range of services and activities. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy art, music, games, great food and more. Call reception on 6684 1286 and discover what is on offer. MDNC services that are running include: Community support/emergency relief: Food parcels, meals, assistance with electricity and Telstra bills. Listening Space: free counselling. Staying Home, Leaving Violence program. Integrated Domestic & Family Violence program. Financial Counselling: outreach available Thursdays & Fridays Financial Counselling: free service funded by the government, offering advocacy & assistance to find options to address debts. Information, referral and advocacy. To enquire about accessing any of
these services call 6684 1286 or fill out an online enquiry form.
Byron Community Centre The Byron Community Centre provides community services and programs including meals, advocacy, and counselling for locals in need. Homeless Breakfast: 7–9am, Wednesday, Fletcher Street kitchen, Byron Community Centre. Homeless Showers: 10am–12pm, Monday and Wednesday (book in at breakfast), Byron Community Cabin, Carlyle St. Community Counselling: Free counselling for Byron Shire residents. Face-to-face, by phone, or via Zoom. Community Support Worker: Emergency relief and assertive outreach casework for those experiencing homelessness. Seniors Computer Club: 9–11am, Friday, Byron Community Cabin (school term only), Carlyle St. Laptop Library: The Laptop Library lends laptops to seniors and provides tuition on how best to be connected. Seniors’ Activities: Seniors’ drumming, chair yoga, ukulele, choir, and drama. Call 6685 6807 for bookings. Severe Wet Weather Shelter: Emergency shelter during extreme weather for rough sleepers. Signage displayed at the Byron Community Centre when on. Sign-up required. Info: www. byroncentre.com.au or call 6685 6807.
range of clients throughout the Byron, Ballina and Lismore shires. Donations welcome: Ph 6685 1921, email fundraiser@byronrespite.com.au, website: www.byronrespite.com.au.
Alateen meeting Alateen meeting every Thursday at 5–6pm. Do you have a parent, close friend or relative with a drinking problem? Alateen can help. For 8–16-year-olds meet St Cuthbert’s Anglican Church Hall, 13 Powell Street, corner of Florence Street Tweed Heads. Al-Anon family groups for older members at the same time and place. 1300 ALANON 1300 252 666 www. al-anon.org.au
Low-cost or free food Food Box Thursdays 9.30–11.30am at Uniting Church, Mullumbimby. You may purchase cheap food, obtain free veges, and enjoy a cuppa. Free Food Relief Bags for anyone doing it tough, every Wednesday 10–12noon at The Hub Ocean Shores, cnr Rajah Rd and Bindaree Way. No ID or Concession Card required. NILs referral service also available. Check Facebook page The Hub Baptist Ocean Shores for details.
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Support after suicide StandBy provides support to people who have lost someone to suicide. They provide free face-to-face and telephone support and are accessible 24/7. Follow-up contact is available for up to one year. Find out more at: www.standbysupport.com.au or call 13 11 14. If you, or someone you are with, are in need of immediate support please call an ambulance or police on 000. Please note: This section is intended for the benefit of non-profit community groups.
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