Northern Beaches Community Wellbeing Series A New Chapter In Connection

The Northern Beaches is about to come alive with the launch of the Northern Beaches Community Wellbeing Series, an exciting initiative proudly supported by a Mackay Regional Council Community Impact Grant. This collaboration between the Mackay Northern Beaches Lions Club and the Northern Beaches Community Network is designed to bring people together, foster connection, and offer a wide range of activities that support wellbeing, creativity, and community spirit.

“Building upon the momentum and success of the Northern Beaches Community Week in 2024, we have expanded upon this concept to offer the Northern Beaches Community Wellbeing Series which provides regular, affordable and accessible opportunities for our community to Gather, Create and Activate,” said Project Manager and Community Volunteer, Rebecca Cooper.

With a focus on gathering, creating, and activating, the series offers something for everyone. Whether it’s pilates in the park, yoga, art classes, or rhythm circles, the program encourages people to explore new activities in a welcoming space. Residents can also join workshops in women’s self-defence, boxing for fitness, crochet, kite-making, and even sound healing sessions.

“As a rapidly expanding and diverse community, it’s important that we have opportunities to come together and establish connections with each other and to our neighbourhood.

“We are calling upon Northern Beaches locals to not just join in for the Series, but to share their ideas for what would be fun, interactive gatherings that foster connection and a sense of belonging,” Ms Cooper added.

She also acknowledged the vital partnerships behind the project, noting that the Wellbeing Series would not be possible if it weren’t for the collaboration between the Northern Beaches Community Network and the Mackay Northern Beaches Lions Club.

Northern Beaches Community Network Founder and Mackay Northern Beaches Lions Club Member, Antoinette du Toit, highlighted the deeper purpose behind the initiative.

“The Wellbeing Series isn’t just about the workshops, it’s about getting to know each other and harnessing the power of connection and conversations to bring out the best in a community,” she said.

The program also aims to promote local businesses and community groups, helping residents discover the many great things already happening in their area.

One highlight of the series will be a National Tree Planting morning, designed to bring like-minded people together while enhancing the local environment.

“We’re also really looking forward to hosting a National Tree Planting morning with the aim of meeting like-minded people and longer term that these seedlings will one day provide additional shade as well as create more inviting spaces for people to gather and be active in their local area,” Ms du Toit shared.

To get involved, email nbcweek@gmail.com, follow Northern Beaches Our Community on Facebook and Instagram, or visit the Humanitix page for event updates.

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