East Creek Community Centre 43 Kitchener Street, East Toowoomba, Queensland 4350
About the Business
Welcome to East Creek Community Centre, located at 43 Kitchener Street in East Toowoomba, Australia. As an establishment and point of interest, our center offers a wide range of programs and services to the community.
Stay up to date with our Older Person’s Action Program (OPAP) coordinated by Bea. We offer social groups and outings for eligible individuals, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy and stay connected.
Struggling with technology? Visit our IT Corner, where our skilled and friendly volunteers are ready to assist you with any computer, phone, tablet, or technical issues. Our affordable one-on-one sessions, priced at $3.00 - $5.00 per session (negotiable), are tailored to your pace and needs. Whether you need a fix or want to learn the ins and outs, our volunteers are patient and dedicated to helping you.
If you're new to computers, smartphones, or tablets, we provide comprehensive lessons on the basics, such as navigating your device, using the internet and email, transferring photos, and even using Skype. With the right support and dedication, you can quickly and easily learn what you need to know.
In today's online world, it's crucial to stay safe. We offer guidance on internet security, spotting scams and viruses, and taking precautions when shopping and banking online. Don't wait until it's too late to protect your information and identity.
Need help with documents, spreadsheets, or presentations? Our volunteers can assist you in creating professional materials for presentations, job applications, or personal use. Whether you're looking to upskill or simply want to write letters to loved ones, we're here to help.
Our dedicated volunteers are open to tackling any tech issue, no matter how obscure. If they don't have an immediate solution, they'll work tirelessly in their tech labs to figure it out before your next visit. They're happy to go through the process as many times as necessary until you feel confident. Call us to schedule a time with one of our volunteers, available every day of the week.
Our Conversational English Program is aimed at adults and non-English speakers, although anyone with some English understanding is welcome. These sessions, held once a week on Thursdays by appointment, provide support in speaking, listening, and comprehension. Contact the center to arrange a time and start improving your English skills.
Joining activities is a wonderful way to be part of the community. We offer a variety of activities, including those with meaningful outcomes, such as our Blankets for the Homeless group, as well as more adventurous and creative options. Explore what's on offer and join us for a rewarding experience.
Don't just take our word for it, hear from our community members:
- Dianna loves her time at the Blanket Group, where she sees the fruits of her labor firsthand.
- Lyndell enjoys the social interaction and making new friends while playing cards every Tuesday.
- Lorraine appreciates the supportive and engaged group in the crochet projects, where they learn and inspire each other.
- Janet finds East Creek Community Centre to be a safe place for socializing, chatting, and engaging in various craftwork.
At East Creek Community Centre, we acknowledge and respect the traditional owners of the land, the Giabal, Jarowair, and Jagera people, and their rich cultural heritage. We also recognize and support everyone's right to their own faiths, values, beliefs, gender(s), identity(ies), sexual orientation(s), and method of self-expression.
Join us at East Creek Community Centre and become part of a vibrant and inclusive community.
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Location & Phone number
43 Kitchener Street, East Toowoomba, Queensland 4350, Australia
Hours open
Monday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Nice place to have company and just chat over coffee."
"Serving the community in activities and material aid"
"A great place for people to meet others and join like minded groups"
"Hidden gems of the world; ie.community centres. East Creek Community Centre is one. Very friendly staff. Entirely refurbished interior, community kitchen, 6 different meeting areas for games or craft, computers with internet, referrals for anything you need. Homeless people can get food, bread, tea, fresh produce. There are various free items on offer, donated books, children's resources, clothes, miscellaneous bits n bods. Lots of space available in the weekly timetable for activities by new local groups."
"East Creek Neighborhood Centre is a wonderful place to go for various activities that are free of charge. The activities are mainly designed for people who are on unemployment benefits or on Disability payments. The volunteer staff are lovely and treat everyone with respect and courtesy."
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