Sarina Neighbourhood Centre

09/09/2026

💛 R U OK? Day 2026 💛

On Thursday, 10 September, Australians are encouraged to pause and check in with the people around them. This year's theme, "Ask R U OK? Any Day", reminds us that meaningful conversations can make a difference all year round, not just on one day.

A simple conversation could help someone feel heard, supported, and connected.

✅ The 4 Steps to Have a Conversation
1️⃣ Ask "Are you OK?"
2️⃣ Listen with an open mind and without judgment.
3️⃣ Encourage action or professional support if needed.
4️⃣ Check in again over the following weeks.

We all have moments when life feels overwhelming. Taking the time to genuinely ask someone how they're doing can be the first step towards helping them through a difficult time.

📖 Download the R U OK? Conversation Guide:https://irp.cdn-website.com/22b3e3c9/files/uploaded/COMM_All_Generic_RUOK_Conversation_Guide_LR_250523.pdf

📞 Support Services If you or someone you know needs support, help is available: • Lifeline: 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
• Emergency: Call 000 if life is in immediate danger

💬 This R U OK? Day, and every day, take a moment to check in with someone. A conversation could change a life.

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07/09/2026

📣 MONTHLY MEETING TONIGHT! 📣
It’s time to catch up, have your say and help keep our community moving forward! 💪🤠
📅 Tonight – Monday 7th September
📍 Koumala Community Hall
⏰ 7:15pm
Everyone is welcome! Come along, share your ideas, hear what’s happening and get involved in your local community. ❤️🏡
We’d love to see you there! 🙌

📣 MONTHLY MEETING TONIGHT! 📣

It’s time to catch up, have your say and help keep our community moving forward! 💪🤠

📅 Tonight – Monday 7th September
📍 Koumala Community Hall
⏰ 7:15pm

Everyone is welcome! Come along, share your ideas, hear what’s happening and get involved in your local community. ❤️🏡

We’d love to see you there! 🙌

03/09/2026

💰Funding opportunity for our clubs and community groups!
Round 127 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund is now open, with grants of up to $35,000 available to eligible not-for-profit organisations.
If your club or organisation has a project in mind, now is the time to get your application underway.
📅Applications close 28 September 2026.
👉Apply through the Queensland Government’s new GCBF grants portal https://www.justice.qld.gov.au/initiatives/community-grants

02/09/2026

Art In The Park is on again Sarina Arts Council, Sarina Gallery
🗓️ 12 September
⏰ 9am - 2pm
Celebrating the Sarina Sugar Shed’s 20th Birthday celebrations.

Art In The Park is on again Sarina Arts Council, Sarina Gallery
🗓️: 12 September
⏰: 9am - 2pm
Celebrating the Sarina Sugar Shed’s 20th Birthday celebrations.

02/09/2026

A quick congratulations to the Sarina youth who are candidates for the Mackay Regional Council Young Mayors program.

And thanks to Savannah and PJ for their support.

Sarina Youth Centre

01/09/2026

FREE BUS TO THE MACKAY SENIORS EXPO!

Travelling from Sarina? Jump aboard our free return coach service to the Mackay Showgrounds on 15 September.

Pick up: Broad Street bus stop (outside old post office) at 8.45am, direct to the Mackay Showgrounds (arrives approx. 9:30am).

Return: Mackay Showgrounds to Sarina, Broad Street bus stop at 12 noon (arrives approx. 12:45pm)

Reserve your seat today as spots are limited: 07 4961 9536 or at [email protected]

Mackay Regional Council

01/09/2026

Sarina Fibre Arts is having an open day on September 5th. (See flyer below) . Hope everyone can come. It will be a fun morning.

Sarina Fibre Arts invites you to our Open Day and High Tea.
5 September 2026
9:30am to 2pm
Please bring your show and tell.
Display of work by Sarina Fibre Arts, Raffle, Spot Raffles and a Lucky Door Prize.
Traders: Nellies Kits and Bits and Kid Ewe Knot
$10 Entry includes High Tea

Sarina Fibre Arts is having an open day on September 5th. (See flyer below) . Hope everyone can come. It will be a fun morning.

31/08/2026

Thanks to all the hard work from the Sarina Community Arts & Crafts and congratulations on the birthday celebrations.

Cheers to another 30 plus years of your presence in the community.


Mackay Regional Council