Community services out in the open

Just some of the action at the recent Port Douglas Community Services Network open day.

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Port Douglas

THERE is definitely no better way to promote your products and services than by getting out among the public to let them know what you do or have to offer.

Just recently, the Port Douglas Community Service Network was out and about with a couple of events to promote their amazing work in the community. For those who don’t know, the network encompasses the Neighbourhood Centre, Child and Parent Support Program and ever popular NicNak Shed with excellent selection of pre loved items for sale.

One of these events was an open day at Port Village, in the centre of Port Douglas, which just happened to be a few days before the start of National Volunteer Week.

Like with so many great organisations around our shire, it is these fantastic ‘volies’ that help the likes of the Port Douglas Community Service Network tick.

The team were keen to thank all who attended and said it was a great day for seeing old friends and meeting new ones.

Among numerous fun attractions, the activities included a petting zoo, playdough station, face painting for the kids and entertainment thanks to Shaun Creek and Mereana Pohatu. The afternoon also included information stands, plus the NicNak pop-up shop and other activities for the adults, such as sound therapy, pickle ball and their ever popular tai chi.

All involved thoroughly enjoyed taking the open day offsite and meeting the variety of people coming and going at Port Village. A couple of local shopkeepers commented on the fact that it was really nice to see all the activity in the centre of town.

The second event was a trivia night held at the Port Douglas Neighbourhood Centre. Once again, the team wished to thank all who helped make the night such a great success. A special thanks goes out to the Central Hotel and Quizmaster K-Star, plus all those who sponsored the evening with prize donations. The great news is that they ultimately raised $3200. Well done.

I best get off to check out my NicNaks, so for now it’s Gazza signing out.

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