Coolabah Turf Best Professional Service Community Award

Open to any not-for-profit organisation that provides a service to the community. These businesses may trade in surplus as long as no person or organisation is paid a dividend.

Coolabah Turf is an award-winning grower and supplier of premium instant turf and lawns for life. They are proud to support our local community through sponsorship of the Best Professional Service Community category in the 2022 Campaspe Murray Business Awards. Coolabah Turf service professional landscape, commercial, council and DIY projects for homeowners throughout regional and metropolitan Victoria.

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Committee for Echuca Moama

Formed in July 2011, Committee for Echuca Moama (C4EM) is a member-based, self-funding, independent and apolitical organisation that brings together the broad cross-section of the region’s private, public and not-for-profit sectors. C4EM advocate for the issues and initiatives that make Echuca Moama a better place to live, work and play. C4EM works with all levels of government and develops partnerships with key stakeholder groups to achieve its vision and mission. The strategic direction and priorities of the organisation are driven by its members, with the endorsement of the board. Key projects for C4EM include economic growth, enabling infrastructure and liveability. The board is currently chaired by Dean Oberin and the chief executive officer role held by Deanne Armstrong. The board consists of community representatives, business owners, government employees and media people. The priority actions and initiatives pursued by C4EM are contained in the 2018–2023 Strategic Plan, which is reviewed and refined annually. For more on Committee For Echuca Moama visit c4em.com.au

Moulamein Pre School

Moulamein Pre School is a community owned and not-for-profit organisation licensed to provide early childhood education for 20 children. They strive to provide the best early childhood education, allowing children to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. Moulamein Pre School operates on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 am to 3 pm. They are committed to providing exceptional

Moama & District Preschool Centre

Moama & District Preschool Centre is a not-forprofit, community based double unit preschool educating the children of Moama and District for 46 years. They offer a safe, secure and happy learning environment. The dedicated staff offer a flexible and stimulating program that reflects the needs of individual children, as well as the overall needs of each group. The curriculum incorporates all areas of education and care to children aged from three to five years. Moulamein Pre School is the only early childhood provider within a 50 km radius of the township and boast a terrific collection of staff. They hold many community fundraisers to assist in the running costs of the pre school, including a pie drive and the popular Yabby Races. For more on Moulamein Pre School, visit www.moulameinpreschool.com

development and is related directly to the Early Years Framework and National Quality Standards. The children develop through active participation in activities and experiences, both planned and unplanned. Moama & District Preschool Centre supports an anti-bias curriculum that values all children regardless of race, gender and different abilities. Operating hours are Monday to Friday from 8.30 am to 4 pm. For more visit moamapreschool.com.au

Rochester Elmore District Health Service

Rochester Elmore District Health Service (REDHS) provides a range of services such as acute, residential aged care and primary care services in north central Victoria. Located in the town of Rochester, REDHS services a catchment population of more than 8500 people. REDHS enjoys a strong relationship with the community and is focused on delivering services to meet identified community needs. REDHS has an urgent care centre that operates 24 hours, seven days a week. Yalukang Aged Care provides respite and permanent aged care services, offering 60 individual rooms with ensuites, incorporating both high care and low care services, and a specialist Memory Support Unit. Community Care Services are provided locally. They include Allied Health, Group Exercise Programs, Home Care and Social Support Group. For more on Rochester Elmore District Health Services, visit www.redhs.mercury.com.au

Community Living & Respite Services

Community Living & Respite Services (CLRS) is a community organisation founded in 1979. It is accredited to provide disability services in Echuca Moama and surrounding districts, and registered with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). CLRS’ core values are respect, collaboration, flexibility and accountability. Their services are developed in partnership with people with disability, including family and carers. CLRS has 160 staff with experience in a variety of areas — disability, nursing, teaching and aged care. Their vision is a community enriched by the inclusion of all, empowering individuals and families to live the life they choose. CLRS recently staged the successful 2022 edition of Johnno’s Run in Echuca Moama. For more on Community Living & Respite Services visit www.clrs.org.au

Our community preschool has been educating children for 46 years with plans to expand and move. We guarantee small class sizes and above ratio educators to children. Please call us for a tour: 5482 1224

Contact: Narelle Blachford Ph: 5482 1244 (Mon – Fri) E: moama.preschool@bigpond.com Application forms can be collected at our Preschool or can be downloaded from www.moamapreschool.com.au