Volunteering

Christmas can be a time of loneliness. It is everyone’s concern

December 07 2018

Loneliness is growing in Australia with 25% of adults experiencing loneliness on a regular basis according to the 2018 Australian Loneliness Report. Christmas can be a time where loneliness is felt more intensely for some. In the midst of the busyness of the season it’s a good time to be more aware of loneliness […]

Janine’s reflections on our annual meeting

November 13 2018

Last night was a great success and I thank all staff who gave of their time to help or attend our AGM. We farewelled our current Chair and Treasurer (Virginia and Richard) and thanked them for their nine years of dedicated service. I am reminded of their strong contribution and commitment to Marriott. They will […]

Marriott Volunteer awarded Westfield Local Hero

August 13 2018

Helen with husband Dan, at the announcement. We are delighted that Helen Romanis, is a recipient of Westfield Local Heroes award, as announced today. Helen started volunteering with Marriott Support Services 5 years ago and filled a number of different roles. For the last 2 years, Helen has volunteered with the Certificate in Transition Education […]

Volunteering and NDIS

June 01 2018

In a recent ABC News report on falling numbers of people offering to volunteer in the disability sector. It suggested that people think the NDIS roll out means that their volunteering is no longer needed. Marriott’s former CEO, Dan Romanis says this is certainly not so – indeed the need for volunteers is continuing and […]

Our upcoming events

Join us for Biggest Morning Tea

April 04 2019

It’s that time again. We love hosting Biggest Morning Teas in our community. Join us on Thursday 30th May 2019 at 9.30am. At Marriott Community Hub, 100 Wheatley Road, McKinnon. RSVP to Julia on 9557 6909. [email protected]

100 Wheatley Road, McKinnon, Melbourne

April holiday activities are all FULL. Get in quick next time.

April 04 2019

E.E. Gunn Reserve, Ormond

Fair Go Footy season starts

April 28 2019

FairGo Football program for people with disability in Ormond What is Fair Go Footy A training program centred on having fun, playing games and developing basic AFL skills through drills. Although it is centred around Australian Rules Football, there is a no-contact policy in relation to drills or activities to allow for a wide range […]