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Meet, Greet and Eat Session
18/09/2024
Meet, Greet and Eat Session

On 10 September, we had our second MEET, GREET & EAT SESSION of the year at our CURA Wellness Centre. The topic the event was DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. Thank you to the community leaders for their time and insightful contributions to this difficult and prevalent subject. The event was very well attended and was interactive in nature. Take a look at some pictures from session. During the event we covered:  Understanding: Department of Home Affairs - Domestic & Family Violence Visa - Eligibility and Process Upskill: Training by Challenge DV - Recognising Domestic Violence in Your Community Learn: Gold Coast DV Support - MFO - SARA Program  Thank you to all stakeholders who presented and shared their expertise.  If you would like to join or know more about this network please email: cams@mccgc.org.au
Japanese Cultural Event Celebration at Ashmore
18/09/2024
Japanese Cultural Event Celebration at Ashmore

On 17 September 2024, we celebrated a key Japanese cultural event at the CURA Wellness Centre in Ashmore. ‘The Respect for The Aged Day’ is an important part of an annual calendar of events that is dedicated to honouring the wisdom, experience, and countless contributions that our older community members have made and continue to make to society. The event was a big success, and our guests enjoyed a morning of recognition, conversations, culture and delicious food. Special mention goes to the efforts by our amazing team members, including Chika Rutherford, Etsuko Hatano, Mayumi Shino, Yasuko Anderson, Tomoko Sakai, John Golden, Yalguun Batbayar, Yasmin Overson and Emily Clauss. It was wonderful connecting with our valued guests and clients such a beautiful environment. Thank you to everyone who attended the event and made it so memorable.
Gold Coast Wellbeing Week: 9-15 September 2024
10/09/2024
Gold Coast Wellbeing Week: 9-15 September 2024

A week of connection, conversation, and care. The inaugural Gold Coast Wellbeing Week will run across the city from 9 to 15 September 2024. Run by the newly formed Gold Coast Suicide Prevention Community Collaborative, with support from Gold Coast Primary Health Network (PHN) and City of Gold Coast, this community-driven initiative is focussed on bringing Gold Coasters together to foster connection and raise awareness around mental health and suicide prevention. Throughout the week, a variety of events will offer opportunities for connection, from a beach walk and lighting of Q1 and interactive art at Swell to skate lessons and a seniors morning tea. To know more about what’s on during the week, visit ? https://shorturl.at/9ffhU Please share this message with someone who might need it.
The Grand Multicultural Carnival
10/09/2024
The Grand Multicultural Carnival

We had a blast at The Grand Multicultural Carnival held at Movie World on 7th September. With 25 world cultural performances, global cuisines to taste, thrilling rides and an incredible world parade, it was an evening to savour! MCCGC was proud to be part of the festivities to promote our activities. Seen here in front of the MCCGC stall is our amazing Community Development team member, Isabela. What a great show! Can’t wait to be back next year.
Gold Coast Women's Health Network 2024
10/09/2024
Gold Coast Women's Health Network 2024

MCCGC was pleased to be part of the Gold Coast Women’s Health Network held at Surfer’s Paradise on 8 September. The event brought different women’s health and wellness practitioners together to provide better health support to our community. Along with the chance to listen to great presentations by experts, it was also a fabulous opportunity to network and build strong connections with brilliant women from other organisations - all over some delicious food and snacks! One of our members, Monica even won the raft prize and couldn’t be happier. All in all, it was a great day for everyone! Thank you, Gold Coast Women’s Health Network for putting up such a great event.
Learning First Aid Techniques at the English Class
09/09/2024
Learning First Aid Techniques at the English Class

Last month, MCCGC held its Community Development English lesson workshop at the Palm Beach centre for all our members. With one interesting twist!  Making the event even more engaging, one of our student’s husband, Jonathan, who is a trained paramedic, demonstrated some very useful First Aid techniques to the entire group. Our attendees found the entire session extremely useful and enjoyed this addition to their regular classes. To end it all, all our participants had a fun-filled outing after the class, where they got a chance to say farewell to one of our amazing participants, Arantzazu, who is leaving Australia. Thank you to everyone who attended, and to Jonathan for taking the time out to do this educational session. And finally, bon voyage to the lovely Arantzazu! Enjoy some of these photos from that day!
2024 Central Gold Coast Volunteer Awards
06/09/2024
2024 Central Gold Coast Volunteer Awards

We are very excited to share some wonderful news with all our friends and supporters. Yesterday, two MCCGC dedicated volunteers, Christine Wren James and Stephen James, were honoured at the 2024 Central Gold Coast Volunteer Awards, presented by Angie Bell MP. This is much-deserved recognition for Chris’ and Stephen’s incredible commitment to helping students build confidence through our Coffee, English and Friends program in Palm Beach. Coffee, English and Friends is our English social class that we hold every Tuesday, which provides a supportive and engaging environment for learners in all levels from different cultural backgrounds. We are proud to note that MCCGC was also recognised in the ceremony for its commitment to promoting multicultural values. Read more about the honour in this extract from the awards ceremony: Stephen James and Christine Wren James Multicultural Communities Council Gold Coast (MCCGC) offer a social group for the multicultural community where participants of all ages can come together, have fun and connect while learning English. Since 2021, Stephen and Christine have been amazing volunteers. They support the group by teaching and improving participants' English skills, creating a safe and supportive environment to learn together. They support participants to improve their English skills and give migrants who struggle with the language barrier a sense of purpose. Stephen and Christine recently supported a 75-year-old Brazilian woman who lost her English fluency and confidence after a stroke. Despite enrolling in English classes with a different organisation, the stress of speaking made her quit. Soon after, she found MCCC's social group, and with the support of Stephen and Christine, she regained her confidence and overcame her fear of speaking. She is now an active and enthusiastic participant in the classes. Stephen and Christine have become like family to all those they have helped. Congratulations Chris and Stephen, we are so proud of you!
MCCGC at 2024 Connect 2 Home Event
15/08/2024
MCCGC at 2024 Connect 2 Home Event

Last week, the Multicultural Communities Council Gold Coast Ltd. Care Finder had the pleasure of being part of the 2024 Connect 2 Home event. A chilly day brightened up by warm smiles, hot coffee and friendly conversations with colleagues from the Footprints Community Care Finder team and our partners for the event Gold Coast Primary Health Network - GCPHN as we gave out information and goodies to the crowds. We are grateful to be a part of this important annual event and the Gold Coast Homelessness Network. Thank you to the major sponsors: Gold Coast Suns, People First Stadium Gold Coast Community Fund ABC Gold Coast O’Brien’s Caterin, Kinetic and City of Gold Coast. 
15/08/2024
Media Release

“Multicultural Communities Council Gold Coast (MCCGC) are deeply saddened by the news of Sophie Wang’s passing. We offer our heartfelt condolences to her family and the community, and we stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time”. Lyn Dasey MCCGC Board Chair We encourage those experiencing strong emotions to please reach out to one of the following crisis services: 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) Kids Helpline (1800 55 1800) Lifeline (13 11 14) These services are free, confidential, and available 24/7. They can provide you with support, counselling, and referrals to other sources of assistance.