Community
27 May, 2025
Open day highlights neighbourhood centre’s services
A PORT Douglas Neighbourhood Centre open day has put the spotlight on the services offered by The Port Douglas Community Service Network.
The network incorporates the neighbourhood centre, the NicNak Shed Opportunity Shop, plus their playgroup and new parent’s group.
Open day activities included a petting zoo, a jumping castle, face painting, Queensland Fire Service (QFS) with their fire truck, plus ‘Activity Alley’ with its bracelet and badge making, guess the lollies in the jar and a photo booth.
Also on offer were free loaded hot dogs, soft drinks, pikelets with jam and cream, plus 100 free coffees given away from the Sugar Shack coffee van.
The event also included a visit from Wildlife Habitat with some local wildlife and some tai chi.
Network manager Emma Travers said the organisation was “committed to the social justice principles of equality, participation, empowerment, access and equity”.
“We are open to all members of the local community and assist people on low incomes and those in need of social support,” she said.
“We offer a range of services which help the vulnerable, build community connectedness and support sustainable environmental practices to preserve our beautiful natural environment.”
Visitors to the open day were able to find out about community services such as no interest loans, financial counselling, emergency relief, advice information and referral and community transport.
Regular activities at the neighbourhood centre include arts and craft, a men’s breakfast, ‘Fortnightly Foodies’, tai chi, meditation, the community garden and ‘Seniors Adventures’.
Also available are parenting programs and short courses for new parents such as baby first-aid.
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