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On Wednesday, 21 August, the Support for Carers Program hosted the ‘Getting to Know You’ Mini Expo at the Mulgrave Community Centre. This engaging event connected carers with a wide range of service providers, including the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Services Australia, Better Place Australia, Autism Connect, Estia Health, the City of Monash, and … Continued

The Hive promotes community spirit, health, and cultural exchange through gardening. Planned expansions aim to enhance this vibrant social hub, providing better facilities for all participants.

SMRC made a submission to the Multicultural Framework Review. This report outlines 29 recommendations to strengthen Australia’s multicultural fabric, with SMRC advocating for inclusivity and anti-racism initiatives.

Caring for loved ones is intrinsically rewarding but can also be overwhelming at times. Six carers from the Support for Carers Program ad the opportunity to take a break from their caring duties and attend a weekend retreat at Philip Island.

Senior Manager Settlement Services recently reflected on older migrants as a priority group in the SETS program.

SMRC actively participated in the City of Greater Dandenong Refugee Week event, the Cardinia Fusion Festival, and the Knox Multicultural Networking Event. These events highlighted SMRC’s commitment to inclusivity and support for refugees and migrants.