Mirboo North & District Community Foundation in Mirboo North, Victoria | Non-profit organisation

Mirboo North & District Community Foundation

Locality: Mirboo North, Victoria

Phone: +61 418 301 092

Address: PO Box 327 3871 Mirboo North, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au

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25.01.2022 Celebrating its tenth anniversary, our Community Grants Program applications are now open for the whole month of September. These community grants assist community groups with additional capital for major projects, opportunities to learn new skills and accessing resources. Please note: If your community organisation is currently taking a break, you can apply for Out of Rounds Grants when need arises. ... Apply today: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/communitygrants2020/

25.01.2022 Mirboo Norths passionate local Doctor, Sonya Moncrieff, has always had a vision for increasing health services in the Mirboo North township. Im very excited to see this in the pipeline for the very deserving residents of Mirboo North. I believe every person in the area deserves access to a comprehensive health service and that this building will allow us to offer even more to our community, said Dr. Moncrieff. "The Mirboo North community is so lucky to have the Foundation... to give them this opportunity to attend all of the services they need... I am very excited for this to happen." Thanks to Dr. Sonya for all her support as we embark on this amazing local project together as a community. #togetherwethrive #impactinvestment #philanthropyaustralia

24.01.2022 How great is the Market’s new look and feel? It’s great to have a freshen up leading into the colder months. The Mirboo North Country Market also has a great plan to keep the Market in action during the winter months - it’s heading to the Shire Hall! See all the details below

24.01.2022 Thanks to everyone who joined us for our virtual AGM and Grants presentation on Monday evening. It was great to hear the passion and the stories behind each project. This year it was a little bit different and we would like to thank each person that came from their community group or organisation to meet with us. You got in front of a camera and were happy to help us make a video for the presentation. It's not an easy thing to do, but you all did extremely well and were ... superstars! Community Shed - Torvetafel interactive game for aged care and their families. MN Energy Hub - Energy Audits for homes, small businesses and public buildings. Arc Yinnar - Creative Workshops. Mirboo Country Development Inc. - Revitilizing Ridgway. Mirboo North Secondary College - Mental Health First Aid. Thorpdale Mechanics Institute - Colorbond fencing. U3A Mirboo North & District - Creating a Strategic Plan for the future. Mardan and Mirboo North Landcare - Fencing the koala corridor. We wish all our groups well with their exciting projects for 2021. #TogetherWeThrive

24.01.2022 ESF Grant applications close today! The Education Support grant can assist local students in our district of Mirboo North and surrounds to reduce the costs of transitioning to tertiary education. To check eligibility and to apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//education-support/... #education

24.01.2022 Congratulations to local resident and Farmer, Emma Germano, who has become a candidate for President of the Victorian Farmers Federation. Emma spoke with us and shared her insights around farming in our local district in the Mirboo North & District Vital Signs Report, printed earlier this year. Let Emma explain in her own words what she thinks she can bring to the table if voted in as President. Find out more about her campaign and the VFF here: https://emma-germano.com/vff... Best of luck with your presidential campaign Emma! #ourdistrict #vff #advocatingforfarmers

24.01.2022 The Mirboo North and District Community Foundations Community Grants Program is now open for applications. If you need additional funds to compliment specific equipment or requirements during a re-development, upgrade or refurbishment, please get in touch to make an application. Call our Executive Officer Ruth Rogan today on 0418 301 092 or apply today: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/apply-for-a-grant//... #togetherwethrive #ourcommunity

23.01.2022 Its wonderful to see Arc Yinnar renovating with energy efficiency in mind. Its looking wonderful! #communitygrants #yinnar

23.01.2022 A kindness station! What a thoughtful space thats been created to help the community. Well done to all involved at Thorpdale Primary School . #ourdistrict #thorpdale

23.01.2022 Do you have a project that you think will benefit the community? This year is the time to bring it to life! Applications for the MNDCF Community Grants are now open. If you have an idea for strengthening your community or community organisation, or building capacity in our district, this year could be the time to reach out and tell us about it.... Dont be put off by the grant process, the staff are here to help. You can get in touch with Executive Officer Ruth at the Community Foundations office by calling her on 0418301092. So dont delay, call today and work towards getting your special community project underway! Closes 30th September 2020. #communitygrants #togetherwethrive

22.01.2022 We hope that youve had a chance to pick up your local paper and see the news. Mirboo North is getting a brand new medical centre! The new facility, which will be built at 59-67 Ridgway, will be custom designed and built by Gippsland contractors in an effort to keep jobs local. It will result in a modern and sustainable building that will reside in the middle of our lovely township of Mirboo North. The spacious building will enable extra doctors to take up residence in Mirb...oo North, with room for 4 full-time GPs and access for various allied health professionals to rent rooms so that people from all age groups that reside in the community do not have to travel as far to receive expert healthcare. Wed love to thank our amazing local GP, Dr. Sonya Moncrieff and staff at Mirboo North Medical Centre for their assistance and a special mention to Stockdale & Leggo Mirboo North for helping us to secure this important piece of land. Due to open September 2021, who is excited?! #togetherwethrive #healthandwellbeing #mirboonorth

22.01.2022 Community Grants Recipient 2020 - Mardan Mirboo North Landcare Group Mardan Mirboo North Landcare are continuing their work on building the Strzelecki Koala Habitat Corridor across South Gippsland, with a focus on strengthening fencing skills amongst their members and the local community and providing access to fencing equipment. #TogetherWeThrive #mardan #communitygrantsprogram #philanthropyaustralia

22.01.2022 Do you want to have your voice heard by South Gippsland Shire Council? When and how do you want to be consulted on a strategy, policy, on services or infrastructure? Fill out the short survey of seven questions and you can let them know...

21.01.2022 Where We Have Helped 2010 - 2020 In ten years we have granted more than $1.5 million to the community. A large part of this has been through our Community Grants Program, which was the very first grant program set up all those years ago. ... Diana Mueller, Convenor of the Community Engagement and Grants Committee says it best: "We know money doesn’t have an impact on its own, we rely on the many volunteers who give their time and energy to build projects, events and organisations to make our community more vibrant, resilient and healthy." We have made a video so we could acknowledge the positive impact that this grants program has had on our district over the last decade. This was shown at our digital AGM held in November. We hope you enjoy watching it! #togetherwethrive #communityfoundation #philanthropyaustralia

21.01.2022 Earlier this week, our Chairperson Paul Pratt was delighted to announce that the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation intends to build a brand new medical centre to be situated in the very heart of the township of Mirboo North. All details can be found: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/new-medical-centre/... Mirboo North Medical Centre #gippsnews #mirboonorthmedicalcentre

20.01.2022 Its Adult Learners Week. If you have some time on your hands, why not take up a free online course,all you need is your library card: #lifelonglearning #adultlearnersweek

20.01.2022 "Revitalising Ridgway" is a group of passionate locals that have banded together as a working group of Mirboo Country Development Inc. As a working group under Mirboo Country Development Inc. , they have spent the last six months searching for grants and doing the groundwork to enable these projects to get happening. These projects include:... Installation of wine barrel planters. Retailer support program and bigger picture thinking sessions. Visual enhancement of the community noticeboard and garden bed out the front of the IGA. Beautiful new christmas decorations for the town. This is just the beginning, with the community christmas meet up day being held tomorrow, meeting at the Co-Space, everyone welcome. So come along and see what its all about. "Revitalising Ridgway" knows that Mirboo North is our little secret that we want to tell people about. With the generous, supportive community that we have here, we want our town to continue to thrive. Pictured: Yesterday the work commenced on the renovation of the Community Noticeboard by our men’s shed. This start is made possible thanks to the Community Foundation and the Mirboo North Times as well as the efforts of the Men's Shed. Exciting!

20.01.2022 Families and students can spend more than $5,000 on books, stationary, technology and accommodation bonds before they start tertiary education. To check eligibility and to apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//education-support/ #education #learnforlife

19.01.2022 Applications close today, 30th November 2020. As a rural district, our local students are faced with additional costs to access tertiary education due to our distance from an urban centre. This is where the Community Foundation’s Education Support Fund (ESF) can assist with an ESF award. What can the Support grant be used for? ... Approved curriculum and post compulsory education courses at an Australian higher education institution or registered training organisation that are approved or recognised by Australian educational authorities. Expenses related to living away from home (including rent / board) Expenses directly related to the course being undertaken (e.g. Books, laptop materials) To apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//education-support/ #educationsupport #ourdistrict

18.01.2022 South Gippsland Dairy Expo "Cows in the cloud" Is on right now until 21 September 2020! View the expo from the comfort of your own home. ... The South Gippsland Dairy Expo is moving to a cloud-based event for 2020. A platform where all loyal sponsors and exhibitors can continue to conduct their business and likewise loyal patrons can find their one stop shop about dairy. https://www.dairyexpo.org.au/ #agriculture #ourdistrict

18.01.2022 Reminder that tomorrow, Saturday, 28th November, you can join the community in a working bee and find out about the exciting plans ahead. What a great initiative. Thanks to all who are involved. Please note: Co-space is the base for people to find out what is going on, what the Revitalising Ridgway group is and what job they can do. We are meeting at the Co-Space from 10am onwards. There will be table tennis and music set up at the front foyer for the kids to enjoy and our courtyard seating is in place if you need a well earned break. #TogetherWeThrive #localeconomy

18.01.2022 It will be great to see the Gippsland Sculpture Competition returning in 2021. #ourdistrict #yinnar

18.01.2022 Need support with your Grant Writing for a local community group or club? With many grants available to non-profit organisations and the majority of the workforce being volunteers with limited time to dedicate to applying for grants, how do you decide which ones are best and where you should invest your precious time? Most funders have different requirements and application procedures, making it even more challenging to slap something together.... This session will teach you how to set up a framework that will make applying for any grant efficient and effective, and so much more. Grant Writing: Are You Grant Ready? Tuesday, May 18 5.30pm - 8.30pm Council Chambers, Leongatha Register here: https://bit.ly/3tx5HHt . . . . . #togetherwethrive #mirboonorthanddistrict #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #mndcf #mndcf3871 #gippsland #supportingourcommunity #supportlocalcommunities #gippslandvictoria #philanthropyaustralia #southgippslandshire #grantwriting #applyforagrant

18.01.2022 National Volunteer Week (NVW) is Australia's largest annual celebration of volunteers. From Monday, 17 May, the Community Foundation wants to celebrate the significant contribution of our local volunteers. Without volunteers within our local communities, the Community Foundation can not provide an impact. The volunteers work together to create ideas and bring projects to life to make our communities more valuable and vital.... Did you know that there are almost six million volunteers Australia-wide? Each year these volunteers dedicate over 600 million hours to help others. If you are interested in joining a community project or group, let us know, and we will connect you with the groups currently linked. . . . . . . #volunteering #communitymatters #communitygroups #southgippslandshire #togetherwethrive #mirboonorthanddistrict #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #mndcf #mndcf3871 #gippsland #supportingourcommunity #supportlocalcommunities #gippslandvictoria #philanthropyaustralia

18.01.2022 VOLUNTEERS GRANT ALERT Volunteer based organisations can now apply for grants between $1000- $5000! Check out Volunteering Victorias website for all the details ... https://www.volunteeringvictoria.org.au/ Applications open: Tuesday 25 August 2020 Applications close: 11.59pm AEST Sunday 20 September 2020 #volunteeringvictoria #outdistrict

17.01.2022 Well done to everyone who joined in on the working bee last weekend. Thanks to Mirboo North Times Newspaper for sharing all these wonderful photos of everyone getting into the community spirit of things and sprucing up the townscape. It's proof that when everyone gets together those big jobs become smaller and a lot more fun is had! #TogetherWeThrive #revitilisingridgway #MCDI

17.01.2022 Great to see that our country market is on this weekend. Time to get down there for local christmas shopping. It's the last market for the year. #ourdistrict #supportlocal

17.01.2022 Its wonderful that the Boolarra Folk Festival has decided not to postpone next years event, but to stream it virtually over two days instead. Well done! We cant wait to hear the tunes streamed direct from the Boolarra Folk Festival. #ourdistrict #boolarra

17.01.2022 Community Grants Recipient 2020 - Mirboo North Community Shed The Mirboo North Community Shed will use its grant to purchase a Torvertafel (or Magic Table); it is an interactive game for use of the elderly and their families at Japara Mirboo North Aged Care #TogetherWeThrive #communitygrantsprogram #MirbooNorth #philanthropyaustralia

16.01.2022 Thank you to South Gippsland Sentinel-Times for continued support in highlighting our communitys achievements! #newmedicalcentre #excitingtimes

16.01.2022 Happy Mother's Day We hope all the wonderful mothers enjoy this Autumn day. . .... . . #happymothersday #enjoyfamily #TogetherWeThrive See more

16.01.2022 What a great local story about doctors arriving in Gippsland and enjoying taking up work in our area! We hope our new medical centre will attract doctors who want to live and work in our beautiful surrounds, just like Dr Damian Hannon did in 2018. #happyfriday #goodnewstory

16.01.2022 Startup Gippsland have an exciting line-up of workshops ready for their 2020 Open Program. These include Pitching Masterclass, Backing Yourself Facing Fear of Failure and Angel Investing and Venture Capital Masterclass. As a business looking to grow and scale, you can join the Startup Gippsland family through participating in their Open Program. Check out their page Startup Gippsland or their website https://startupgippsland.com.au/events/ for more info.... #smallbusiness #ourdistrict

15.01.2022 Digital hub created to support small business mental health. "Ahead For Business" digital hub will offer much-needed support for small businesses mental health through any adverse event and more so during the COVID-19 recovery. The Ahead for Business digital hub offers small business owners access to anonymous peer to peer forums, online wellbeing plan, support directory, personalised small business portal and tailored resources including; articles, podcasts, videos, case st...udies and toolkits. Find out more: https://aheadforbusiness.org.au/ #togetherwethrive #localbusiness

15.01.2022 Have you ever thought about becoming a member of the Mirboo North & District Community Foundation? We are always on the look out for new members who have big ideas for our district. Membership comes with many benefits such as being invited to member only events, voting rights on the election of Directors, and receiving exclusive capacity building or skills development opportunities.... For a full list of benefits and details about becoming a new member you can visit: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/memberships/ #togetherwethrive #ourdistrictourfuture

14.01.2022 Mirboo North Country Market is on this weekend. Time to get those essentials safely and head home to enjoy them! #localbusiness #TogetherWeThrive

14.01.2022 Throughout June, the South Gippsland Shire Council are facilitating FREE art workshops in the Big Art - Small Halls 2021. Four local artists are facilitating these FREE creative workshops in four community halls across the Shire. Each program is different, offering a unique art experience, from ceramics to dance theatre. All workshops welcome all ages and abilities.... Please make sure you register your attendance beforehand. Please visit https://www.southgippsland.vic.gov.au/bigart

13.01.2022 If joining a fitness community sounds appealing for Spring, Boo FIIT has something for everyone of all ages on their virtual timetable. Head over to the Boo FIIT page for more information. #healthandwellbeing #TogetherWeThrive

13.01.2022 ESF Grant applications close tomorrow, Monday 30th November 2020. The Education Support grant can assist local students in our district of Mirboo North and surrounds to reduce the costs of transitioning to tertiary education. To check eligibility and to apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//education-support/... #education #togetherwethrive

13.01.2022 See if your child is eligible for the Get Active Kids Voucher Program, and get your child active in sports. See details below. #getactive #getactivekidsvoucherprogram #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation

12.01.2022 Congratulations to all involved in the Retivalising Ridgway project so far. What an incredible effort to see the transformation of Main Street - Mirboo North. If you would like to show your support, please head down to the Co-Space this Sunday 30th, from 11.00am onwards to help out with the mini working bee.... Also - help shape where the project goes next! . . . #revitalisingridgway #proudsupporter #MNDCF #mndcf3871

12.01.2022 National Volunteers Week (NVW) The Thorpdale Recreation Reserve and participating Clubs have some incredible volunteers that show up each week! Let's celebrate some of the volunteers - from the Left to the Right. ... Nicole Hobson Rec Recreation Reserve Treasurer and Reserve grant writer. Chris Hill - Rec Recreation Reserve President, contributes massive hours and has the expert knowledge to the facility, overseas the watering and ground maintenance, and is always working towards continuous improvements. David Ferguson Treasurer of both Cricket and Football/Netball clubs, one of our key lawnmowers, and a "jack of all trades" (Absent from the photo, another essential lawn mower Bill Robinson like David are up mowing lawns weekly, all-year-round). Bon Mackie a Football Committee member and is always around to lend a helping hand whenever required. David Hobson Rec Reserve Community representative always around to lend a helping hand, contributes heavily to grounds maintenance. At the Rear Matt Steendam Rec Recreation Reserve Secretary, always around to lend a helping hand whenever the need arises. Matt, Chris, David, and David are all very heavily involved in volunteering in the local CFA. We understand this certainly isn't the extent of the volunteers who support Thorpdale; we know there is a massive pool of people who put their hands up - and we would like to thank you all. The Reserve is run solely by volunteers, ensuring the facility is maintained, improved, and presented safely and welcomingly to the Thorpdale community and the wider community alike. They rely on the wider community to contribute to improvements (working bee's or just lending a hand when they see something required to be repaired/done). As the saying goes, "Many hands make the light work". They welcome anyone who is in a position to lend a hand for an hour or two at any time, as there are always small lists of minor improvements, repairs or maintenance jobs to be done.

11.01.2022 Fitness community Boo FIIT is having a sale on memberships until midnight Thursday. This could be the year to give it a red hot go! Check it out: #TogetherWeThrive #boofiit #mirboonorth

10.01.2022 Has isolation stimulated your thoughts on how to strengthen your community, build capacity or help us reconnect with each other? If so, an opportunity awaits your community organisation. Applications for our 2020 Community Grants Program are now open. We are interested in any project that helps to create, foster and strengthen our community, in the areas of health and wellbeing, education, environment, local economy and belonging. ... Give our Executive Officer Ruth a call today on 0418 301 092 or apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/apply-for-a-grant// Grants Close 30th September 2020. #togetherwethrive #community #belonging

10.01.2022 National Volunteers Week (NVW) Di Kiddell - Bus Coordinator of the Community Bus. The Community Bus is jointly owned and operated by the Community Foundation and the Mirboo North Community Shed, who took it over from the RSL. ... The Community Foundation and the Community Shed agreed that the Community Foundation would take ownership and manage the finances and insurance. The Community Shed would house the bus, care for its maintenance, and be the point of contact for all community use. South Gippsland Shire has also been generous in donating a fuel card to the Community Bus, which covers the fuel tank for each user. We are honoured to have Di Kiddell (the Volunteer Bus Coordinator), who manages the Community Bus for the region. We thank Di for her tireless efforts to coordinate the bus. Many local community groups use the Community bus, which always needs volunteer bus drivers. If you are local to the area, are experienced in bus driving, or want to learn about becoming a volunteer bus driver, please contact Di for more information. Di Kiddell 0490 057 880. . . . . . #philanthropy #wethrivetogether #nationalvolunteerweek2021 #nvw2021 #volunteering #MNDCF #MNDCF3871 #communityfoundation #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #gippsland #Communitybus #thorpdalerecreationreserve #southgippslandshire #southgippsland #basscoastshire #bawbawshire

10.01.2022 As a rural district, our local students are faced with additional costs to access tertiary education due to our distance from an urban centre. This is where the Community Foundation’s Education Support Fund (ESF) can assist with an ESF award. What can the Support grant be used for? Approved curriculum and post compulsory education courses at an Australian higher education institution or registered training organisation that are approved or recognised by Australian educa...tional authorities. Expenses related to living away from home (including rent / board) Expenses directly related to the course being undertaken (e.g. Books, laptop materials) To apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//education-support/ #educationsupport #ourdistrict

09.01.2022 On Wednesday morning, Chairperson Paul Pratt talked with ABC News Reporter Riordan Davis about the new medical centre project that the Community Foundation is undertaking. You can listen to the interview at around the 3 hours and 2 minute mark (3:02) of this recording, by scrolling along with your mouse, or swiping with your finger if you are listening by phone. Thanks ABC Gippsland for all your support! ... https://www.abc.net.au//progr/breakfast/breakfast/12552560 #mirboonorth

09.01.2022 Our Community Grants Program is now open! Even during these challenging times, here at the Community Foundation we are interested in supporting projects that strengthen community or your community organisation, as well as ideas that concentrate on building capacity in our district. To apply: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/apply-for-a-grant//... #ourdistrictourfuture #togetherwethrive

09.01.2022 Support Local - Shop Local Create a free listing today on the "Shop Local in South Gippsland" directory! Keep your customers and the community up date with changes to: - Opening hours - COVID-Safe practices... - Takeaway menu - Delivery and online options If your business already has a listing be sure to update your details as changes occur. Create or update your listing here: https://www.openinyourarea.com.au/south-gippsland #southgippslandshire #togetherwethrive

08.01.2022 VOLUNTEER HELPERS NEEDED. The Mirboo North Foundation and South Gippsland Council have been working together on a gender equality project called Girls Own Space: creativegippsland.com.au/girls-own-space-gender-equity-thro The Community Foundation offered up their outdoor area to be recreated by women. ... A design has been finalised and we are now at the construction phase. This is where you come in! We are looking for volunteers to help us create this functional, inclusive and beautiful design over 4 days. We will be working 9am till 3pm daily. Lunch and morning tea are provided, as well as tools and tool inductions. Come for a whole day or half a day, but please RSVP to 0433 199 978 as we need to make sure we have the numbers we need (and to make sure we have enough cake for you all). Men and women all welcome. #togetherwethrive #ourdistrict

08.01.2022 In 2020, the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation celebrates 10 years of giving to community groups in our district. On our new website, we have written 10 stories celebrating our 10 years of giving. Elaine Snell from the Dumbalk Hall Kitchen, told us about the history of the Ladies Auxiliary Group and why she was happy to see the new commercial grade kitchen refurbished so that the community could continue to cook together. You can read the full story at: https://m...irboodistrictfoundation.org.au//dumbalk-hall-kit/ #ourdistrict #dumbalk #togetherwethrive

08.01.2022 Its your passion and big ideas that help us to make Mirboo North and the surrounding district the best place to live, work and connect as a community. The Community Foundations Vision is that together with the community, we can make the whole community more prosperous, adaptive and resilient; that together we can make a difference. We welcome annual individual memberships from innovative people in our community who are aligned with our shared vision. You can get involved to...day by becoming a member! Get started online: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au/memberships/ #togetherwethrive #ourdistrict

08.01.2022 Happy Friday from Spoonville, Mirboo North! Karen Anton #happyfriday #ourdistrict

07.01.2022 Thank you so much for spreading the word Mirboo North Times Newspaper . #ourdistrict #togetherwethrive

07.01.2022 Community Grants Recipient 2020 - U3A Mirboo North UA3 will engage a consultant to help them create a strategic plan for their community group to identify and provide many activities to the community going forward. #togetherwethrive #philanthropyaustralia

07.01.2022 The ArtSpace will be open this Friday and Saturday! See below:

07.01.2022 Well done to Katie, co-founder of Mirboo North business Cottage Garden Threads on making it through to Startup Gippsland 's exciting Pitch Final on November 27th! If you'd like to cheer on Katie, register below to secure your ticket. ... #startupgippsland #incubatorprogram #gippsland #pitchshowcase #entrepreneur #startup See more

07.01.2022 South Gippsland Shire Council is inviting local artists to be part of a collaborative exhibition of works on postcards: #artsandculture #mirboonorth

07.01.2022 Dont forget to buy your local essentials at Mirboo North Country Market tomorrow (Saturday). #localeconomy #mirboonorthmarket

06.01.2022 We are excited to see that the new Mirboo North Medical Centre is progressing along nicely. It's great to see the transition over the past few months. We look forward to the next stage. Photos courtesy of Val Smith. . .... . . . #togetherwethrive #mirboonorthanddistrict #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #mndcf #mndcf3871 #gippsland #supportingourcommunity #supportlocalcommunities #gippslandvictoria #philanthropyaustralia #southgippslandshire #mirboonorthmedicalcentre See more

06.01.2022 Click for Vic to buy local and support Victorians. There has never been a more important time for Victorians to Click for Vic with a range of new digital marketplaces launched to provide local small businesses with an outlet to reach those in lockdown and beyond. Click for vic: https://www.visitvictoria.com/clickforvic... #togetherwethrive #gippslandregion

06.01.2022 A longstanding Director on the Community Foundation Board, Grant has recently resigned to seek out some new challenges. This month, he is relocating to Bothwell in Tasmania to renovate and live in an old sandstone cottage. "It has been a unique privilege to serve the community of Mirboo North in a small way", says Grant Irving of his directorship on the Board of the Mirboo North & District Community Foundation, "in enabling our District to face challenges presented and to f...lourish." He was born and bred in Mirboo North, going to school locally and then setting up his accountancy practice here and raising a family with his wife, Kim. In fact, he was born at the same Mirboo North Bush Nursing Hospital that ultimately led to the creation of the Community Foundation, of which he has been a Director for the past ten years. Through his accountancy practice, he provided services to Mirboo North Community Care and from this connection, he joined the Community Foundation Board in 2011. Grant brought his wealth of experience and financial skills to his role as Director, mainly through his work as part of the compliance and finance sub-committee. "Grant has played a part in setting up the financial and investment structures which ensured a prudent stewardship of the corpus and its stable and continued growth over the past ten years," explained Rob Kiddell, Chair of the Compliance and Finance Committee. "We thank him for his dedication and commitment to this organisation over this time, which benefited greatly from his input." "We wish Grant well in this next adventure," added Paul Pratt, Chair. "We will miss the skills and experience he brought to the role. Over the past ten years, the Community Foundation has had a significant impact through granting, facilitating and investing, and Grant has been a key part of that." . . . . . #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #MNDCF #MNDCF3871 #makingadifference #communityfoundation #southgippsland #gippsland #longstandingdirector #farewell #volunteerdirector #mirboonorth

06.01.2022 Who can apply for our ESF grant? Students who are resident in our District, enrolled in or intending to enrol in their first year of a recognised course of study in the following year. This must be an approved curriculum and course at an Australian post compulsory institution that is recognised by Australian educational authorities. The Mirboo North & District Community Foundation’s District encompasses the townships of Allambee, Allambee South, Berry’s Creek, Boolar...ra, Boolarra South, Budgeree, Childers, Darlimurla, Delburn, Dumbalk, Hallston, Mardan, Mirboo North, Mirboo, Narracan, Thorpdale, Yinnar and Yinnar South. Closes November 30th, 2020. To check eligibility or apply online: https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//education-support/ #educationsupport #togetherwethrive

06.01.2022 The ArtSpace is open for 2021! Remember to stop by when you are in Mirboo North. #togetherwethrive #volunteering #localartistsupport #makersandcreators

06.01.2022 What health and wellbeing issues are you concerned about? The South Gippsland Shire Council would like to hear from you. Please join the conversation next Wednesday 12 May from 12.00pm - 1.00pm. . .... . . . #supportingthecommunity #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #MNDCF #mndcf3871 #jointheconversation #southgippsland #southgippslandshire #healthandwellbeing #togetherwethrive #creatingbettercommunities #HaveYourSay #gippsland See more

05.01.2022 We facilitate community planning and collaboration in many ways. The Community Foundation facilitates local people to develop local solutions for their community. Our grants program is just one of many ways local people can develop a local solution for their community to provide a better future!... . . . . . #togetherwethrive #mirboonorthanddistrict #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #mndcf #mndcf3871 #gippsland #supportingourcommunity #supportlocalcommunities #gippslandvictoria #philanthropyaustralia #southgippslandshire #grantsprogram See more

04.01.2022 Action is the foundational key to all success! - Pablo Picasso .... . . . #happymonday #mondaymotivations #beautifulsunshine #enjoyyourweek See more

03.01.2022 Remember to get into the volunteer operated ArtSpace for your Christmas shopping in Mirboo North. They even have lovely decorations for your tree. No one will judge you for putting it up early this year! #supportlocalmakers #togetherwethrive

03.01.2022 Thank you to the Latrobe Valley Express for sharing our news. #ourdistrict #TogetherWeThrive

03.01.2022 National Volunteers Week (NVW) Have you heard of the Wednesday Warriors? Legend has it that Russell Broadbent was responsible for naming the volunteer group - Wednesday Warriors (more formally known as Friends of the Lyre Bird Forest Walk) when he joined them at a working bee one morning. ... The now-famous Wednesday Warriors are indeed a fantastic dynamic group of volunteers who give up their time every Wednesday morning to work on our beautiful Grand Ridge Rail Trail, as well as the Lyrebird Walk. Their dedication to maintaining both of these trails/tracks for the use of the community, but if you are a regular user, you will also notice the 'extras'. Whether it is a new sign, a newly cleared area with a picnic bench or a unique viewing point or track, their help doesn't go unnoticed. We want to say thank you to the Wednesday Warriors and their contribution to the community. . . . . . #philanthropy #wethrivetogether #nationalvolunteerweek2021 #nvw2021 #volunteering #MNDCF #MNDCF3871 #communityfoundation #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #gippsland #thorpdale #thorpdalerecreationreserve #southgippslandshire #southgippsland #basscoastshire #wednesdaywarriors

02.01.2022 In 2020, the Mirboo North and District Community Foundation celebrated 10 years of giving with 10 inspirational stories from our local district. The Education Support Fund was launched in 2013 by the Community Foundation to grant financial support to students (including mature students) transitioning into third level education. Local student Hayden Jones tells us why the Education Support Fund was important for his transition to University. You can read the full story here: ...https://mirboodistrictfoundation.org.au//educational-supp/ #ourdistrict #ourstudents #mirboonorth #togetherwethrive

02.01.2022 Attention local community groups! Is your community group starting to think about rebuilding and re-engaging? Join Latrobe City Council at this online workshop explore this important topic that will assist in the process. Reconnecting Groups Dealing with the Doubt!... The importance of groups reconnecting and why clear communication is key. Managing your own and other people’s anxieties. What can you do as a group to stay resilient and positive under pressure? How an adaptive mindset will help your group survive and thrive. Looking out for your own and others mental health. Delivered by Leah Mether and Lifeline Gippsland. Wednesday 18 November, 6.30 pm 8.00 pm via Zoom. Details: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reconnecting-groups-dealing

02.01.2022 Educate, Support and Connecting our youth with Youthrive Victoria's Young Rural Leaders Program. The Community Foundation is delighted to support a young person from our district to attend this leadership program. So far, we have had four local people attend this program, and they all speak super highly of the experiences they've had.... The next one takes place in early July during the semester break. If you are interested and available, please contact [email protected] and answer the following questions by Sunday 6 June. - Why you would be interested in getting involved in the Rural Youth Leadership Program and the Youthrive network. - What benefits would it have for you? - What benefits would it have for your community? . . . . . #supportingouryouth #youthrivevictoria #ruralleaders #youthruralleaders #connectingouryouth #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #MNDCF #MNDCF3871 #educatingouryouth #youthambassadors #makingadifference #communityfoundation

01.01.2022 "I learned a lot about myself and how young people can support and develop rural communities," said Chloe Palmer about her experience at the Rural Youth Leadership Program with Youthrive Victoria last year. So far, the Community Foundation has supported four students to participate in this program, and the feedback has been consistently excellent. Applications close this Sunday, 6 June. If you are interested, please email [email protected] and answer ...the following questions: - Why you would be interested in getting involved in the Rural Youth Leadership Program and the Youthrive network? - What benefits would it have for you? - What benefits would it have for your community? Chloe Palmer (Rural Youth Leadership attendee) & MNDCF Director Walter Aich . . . . . #supportingouryouth #youthrivevictoria #ruralleaders #youthruralleaders #connectingouryouth #mirboonorthanddistrictcommunityfoundation #MNDCF #MNDCF3871 #educatingouryouth #youthambassadors #makingadifference #communityfoundation

01.01.2022 A media release from Danny OBrien to the whole community. There really is no other community like ours. #TogetherWeThrive

01.01.2022 The deadline for the Community Leadership Program has been extended. See below for details.