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BRIEF HISTORY
In 1979 members of the Ringwood Church of Christ decided to expand their community work by developing a Community Centre (CRCC). In those early days Playgroups, Senior Citizens Groups and an After School Program were formed. Funding for staff was received in 1980. The Centre was managed by Voluntary Staff until this time.
The Centre was operating from a house owned by the church. In December of 1991, the house was gutted by fire.
The new Community Centre in Bedford Park, Ringwood was officially opened on the 26th of March 1993.
MISSION STATEMENT
Central Ringwood Community Centre Inc provides professional and caring training, support, integration and employment training services to any member of the community
MANAGEMENT
C.R.C.C. Inc is managed by an honorary committee, elected from the community annually, supported by the employees. The C.R.C.C. Committee of Management is responsible for the management of both Central Ringwood Community Centre Inc and the Bedford Park Community Complex.
ROLE OF THE CENTRE
C.R.C.C. provides a wide range of activities that enable people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to participate more fully in community life. The Centre values diversity, encourages the development of hidden talents, provides retraining courses for employment opportunities, programs to support families and children and encourages volunteering.
Our Community
Central Ringwood Community Centre is
part of the City of Maroondah. Our buildings are located at Bedford Park, in
a natural bush setting.
People of all ages and from all walks of life participate in a balanced
programme of activities.
FUNDING
C.R.C.C. receives funds from DVC (Department of Victorian Communities), Maroondah City Council, ACFE (Adult Community Further Education) plus self-generated funds. All enable the Centre to provide a community service.
PARTNERSHIPS
Partnerships are formed with other Centres / Houses to provide Accredited Training Courses and other programs where appropriate. The Centre is willing to work in partnership with other organisations and agencies.
MEMBERSHIPS
Central Ringwood Community Centre Inc is a member of the Neighbourhood House Sector. There are approximately 350 organisations in Victoria.
C.R.C.C. is a member of ANHLC (Association of Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres) and CHAOS (the Community Houses Association of the Outer Eastern Suburbs) networks.
VENUE HIRE
The Centre believes Community Buildings should be fully utilised, hence many groups meet on a regular basis at our venue. C.R.C.C. management support the individual groups and their committees eg Sustainability, Financial and Program Planning.
For our location and address go to Contact us
For further information regarding programs and services go to Course Guide
DISABILITY ACTION PLAN
This action plan has been developed and will be reviewed by the Committee of Management and staff to ensure that the Plan meets both the intention of the Mission Statement and the legal requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act Education Standards. This Action Plan has been lodged with the Human Rights and Equal Opportunity Commission.
Click here to view the Disability Action Plan.
