The Byron Markets are a crucial income stream for the Community Centre and local charities. At every Byron Community Market, markets management provides two local charities with the opportunity to raise funds for their good cause. In 2019, local charities were able to raise $12649 at the monthly Community Markets. 🙌

Unfortunately, due to the current health crisis, the markets are paused until further notice. For more information and updates visit www.byroncentre.com.au.

Follow @byron_markets and never miss a market. Visit byroncentre.com.au/annual-reports/ for more information on how we did in 2019. ... Read MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago

Urgent: Volunteers needed at The Shift Program!

The Shift Program is urgently looking for 4 female kitchen hands/hospitality staff from 9.30-2.30 at the Bangalow Historical Society.

Volunteers would be working with women re-entering the workplace.

For further details and available days please contact The Shift Program directly.

Margo: support@shiftproject.org.au
Celeste: admin@shiftproject.org.au
Anne: anne@shiftproject.org.au

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2 weeks ago

Dear valued volunteers, visitors and clients,

The health and well-being of our staff, volunteers, visitors, clients and the local community are of the utmost importance to us. Therefore, Centre Management has implemented some changes which are in line with NSW Health recommendations.

Please take note of the following changes:

🔸 Homeless Breakfast and Showers for our most vulnerable clients will continue with increased hygiene protocols, and a scaled-down service requiring fewer volunteers and staff.

🔸 Take-away options are encouraged and frozen meals are available from the Fletcher St kitchen between 12:30-1:30 on Tues, Wed and Fri.

🔸 The Volunteer Hub will continue with telephone interviews only.

🔸 All seniors activities have been suspended.

🔸 Staff have been encouraged to work from home where possible, and volunteer shifts have been reduced in size and frequency.

🔸 Outreach services, such as Social Futures, My Momentum, No Interest Loans will continue at the discretion of the service provider.

🔸 Liberation Larder continues on Mondays and Thursdays with increased hygiene protocols and a take-away focus.

We can assure you that Centre management is closely monitoring the COVID -19 situation and will act promptly on any updated advice from the Australian Government Department of Health.

Please ensure you check our website and familiarise yourself with all updates byroncentre.com.au/

The most important thing is not to panic. The Government are making radical decisions to lessen the burden on the health care system. If everyone does their part, we can greatly slow the virus transmission rates and help those most vulnerable.

Thank you for your support. Please stay safe and healthy in these turbulent times. ... Read MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Renovation works on the BCC building are in full swing. For this exciting project, we partnered up with the wonderful design team of @whitewood.agency. The new-look will increase the buildings' presence on Jonson St and also put the @byrontheatre in the spotlight! We can't wait to reveal the new look to the public.
Read more about the refurbishment on our blog byroncentre.com.au/the-bcc-building-receives-a-face-lift-this-march/

📷The photo shows the BCC building in Art Deco style in 1939 ... Read MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

This is a fantastic opportunity offered by the Northern Rivers Large Grants Program 2020.

For the second year running, the Northern Rivers Large Grants Program 2020 invites Northern Rivers social and environmental not-for-profits with DGR status to apply for a grant between $10,000 and $30,000.

The total funding pool also includes a $10,000 ‘Employee Funded Grant’ created by the permanent team at Stone & Wood, who substituted their monthly carton allowance with a cash donation to the inGrained Foundation to raise the money.

For more information, please visit www.ingrainedfoundation.com.au/grants-program ... Read MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago

Join us for our International Women's Day lunch on 12th March to support our Hidden Women of Byron Bay.

Your ticket includes:
A Welcome Drink
Canapés
Banquet Lunch
Live Music
Inspiring Speakers &
A donation to the Byron Community Centre for our recently launched women's program.

We will be holding a raffle on the day with prizes generously donated by Spell, Balloons Aloft and Byron at Byron.

Get your ticket today at www.byronbaychamber.com/IWD2020

This event is proudly hosted by @beefandbeach, @byronbaychamber
and @byroncommunitycentre.

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4 weeks ago

In 2019, our unique @byrontheatre sold a whooping 24350 tickets - 7000 tickets more than in 2018. Woohoo! That’s a lot of happy customers!

Follow @byrontheatre and never miss a show. For more information about the Byron Bay Community Association and our not for profit social enterprise model, go to byroncentre.com.au/annual-reports/ ... Read MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

The Byron Community Centre is a proud supporter of @sharethedignityaustralia and will be a collection point for your donations in the Dignity Drive March 2020.

Please support this amazing cause by donating pads, maternity pads, incontinence pads, new reusable pads, tampons, period-proof underwear and menstrual cups.

You can drop off your donations during business hours from Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm at 69 Jonson St. between 1st and 31st March.

When you donate sanitary products to Share The Dignity, you’re donating to a charity that directly supports women in need. You’re giving a woman experiencing homelessness or financial crisis the essentials, so she doesn’t need to choose between food and dignity. The idea that women around the country are using socks or toilet paper instead of sanitary items needs to change and we need your help.

Next time you’re doing your shopping, keep in mind: one box for me, one box for her. ... Read MoreSee Less

4 weeks ago

We want to share this great opportunity with other organisations in the region. The Northern Rivers Large Grants Program 2020 is kicking off on Thursday 12 March with $100,000 funding available for local not-for-profits!

For the second year running, the Northern Rivers Large Grants Program 2020 invites Northern Rivers social and environmental not-for-profits with DGR status to apply for a grant between $10,000 and $30,000.

The total funding pool also includes a $10,000 ‘Employee Funded Grant’ created by the permanent team at Stone & Wood, who substituted their monthly carton allowance with a cash donation to the inGrained Foundation to raise the money.

For more information, please visit www.ingrainedfoundation.com.au/ ... Read MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Have you booked your tickets yet for our next event?

Join us on 12th March for an international Women's Day lunch supporting hidden woman of Byron Bay.

This event is hosted by @byronbaychamber @beefandbeach @byroncommunitycentre

Your ticket includes a Welcome Drink, Canapes, Banquet Lunch and a donation to the Byron Community Centre for our recently launched women's program.

Visit byronbaychamber.com/IWD to book your seat. ... Read MoreSee Less

1 month ago

We received some encouraging feedback about our Severe Weather Shelter and want to share it with you.

Michelle recently attended the Uniting Church Shelter and says: "Thank you for the time spent. Much appreciation to the team and support. I felt safe amongst friends. I would like to see other shelters [like this], so we can take it from there to think about what else we need to do. Many thanks, Michelle." Thank you, Michelle, for your kind words.

During the recent severe weather events in Byron Bay, we ran the shelter for 11 consecutive nights, a total of 50 people registered for a bed and 45 people ended up staying at least for one night some stayed for 10 nights. Running the Severe Wet Weather Shelter is a team effort, and we want to thank everyone who tirelessly helped us organise and run this project.

If you want to support this project, please donate via our website byroncentre.com.au/community/wet-weather-shelter-project/.

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1 month ago

Our seniors' activities continue to be very popular. In 2019, our "Elder Beats" drumming group welcomed an average of 35 people every week followed by a colourful morning tea. We also offer chair yoga, the Bay Singers choir and a ukulele class.

Contact us today to join our fun activities byroncentre.com.au/community/seniors-activities/

For more information on our performance in 2019, see our annual report byroncentre.com.au/annual-reports/ ... Read MoreSee Less

1 month ago

Join us for an International Women's Day lunch supporting our hidden women of Byron Bay. The lunch is hosted by @beefandbeach and the @byronbaychamber
Did you know that middle-aged and older single women are the fastest-growing category of people experiencing homelessness?

Domestic violence, isolation, poor mental health, children leaving the family home and the economic effects of this are key factors. Many of these women are sleeping in their cars, makeshift camps, or in unsuitable and dangerous accommodation.

Together, we are raising funds to help these women. Please support us, get your ticket today! ... Read MoreSee Less

1 month ago

From 17th - 21st February, we are celebrating our Seniors Festival here at the Byron Community Centre. Join us for Morning Tea, a movie, mindful conversations and lots of fun and laughter. ⁠ ... Read MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Our annual Seniors’ Festival is back in February 2020. From 17th to 21st of February we offer a range of activities here at the Byron Community Centre. Please join us for a week of fun, laughter and community. Visit our website for more information byroncentre.com.au/byron-shire-seniors-festival-2020/ ... Read MoreSee Less

2 months ago

In 2019, the Byron Markets team organised and ran 46 markets.

The Byron Markets showcase the grass-roots of the Northern Rivers creative heart to all who visit here. Amidst
the dynamic and lively atmosphere at each market, we find new ideas, new products, and alternative ways of
being. As part of this, Byron Markets is committed to supporting local residents in the establishment of their business enterprises and gives preference to local stallholders who make, bake, sew or grow what they sell.

Follow @byron_markets and never miss a market in town! Visit byroncentre.com.au/annual-reports/ for more information on the Byron Bay Community Association. ... Read MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Now, this is something to get excited about! Our annual Seniors Festival is back in February 2020 💕⁠
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Please have a look at the program and join us for a week of fun, laughter and community. ⁠
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Help us spread the word by sharing this post and letting everyone know about it. ... Read MoreSee Less

2 months ago

Now, this is something to get excited about! Our annual Seniors Festival is back in February 2020 💕⁠
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Please have a look at the program and join us for a week of fun, laughter and community. ⁠
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Help us spread the word by sharing this post and letting everyone know about it. ... Read MoreSee Less

2 months ago