BUSHFIRE RELIEF AT YEA COMMUNITY HOUSE
Yea Community House is currently operating as a Community Support Hub, acting as a drop-off and transfer point for essential supplies requested by neighbouring communities that are inaccessible.
We are currently in the Emergency Response phase.
Please see below for details on our current needs, and the services we are able to offer. This information will be updated regularly.
The best way you can assist, to allow us to respond quickly and flexibly as the needs of our community are changing, is to donate money or VISA gift cards. Our bank account details are below.
ITEMS WE ARE IN NEED OF (IN NEW OR NEAR-NEW CONDITION):
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Powerade
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Gatorade
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Work socks
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Work gloves
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Air freshener
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Power bank chargers
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Boots (men’s & women’s)
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Torches
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Batteries
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Jerry cans (new & empty)
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Dinner sets (new/boxed)
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Cutlery sets (new/boxed)
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Pots & pans (preferably new or in excellent condition)
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Extension leads
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WD40
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2-stroke oil
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Tea towels
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Cleaning gloves
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Rakes, shovels, saws & similar tools
UPDATED 26 JANUARY
A large volume of clothing has already been received at Longwood. Due to storage limitations, Yea Community House is not collecting clothing, furniture, household goods, electrical items or bedding at this time.
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We’ve had many generous offers of support, and to help coordinate donations effectively, a community-led initiative is now in place. If you have items to donate, please visit and register via the Dindi Directory: This helps ensure donations are managed and reach the right people. Thank you for your kindness and support, it truly makes a difference. ​​
Yea Community House is a community-run organisation and does not receive direct funding for this emergency response from government departments. Our ability to support the community relies on grants, donations and the generosity of individuals.
Financial donations are the most effective way to assist, allowing us to respond quickly and flexibly to changing and urgent needs.
If you are unsure what items are currently required or how best to assist, financial contributions to our Grant Account enable us to source essential supplies as needs arise during the emergency response.
Bank Details – Grant Account
BSB: 633 000
Account No: 152 115 283
Thank you for your understanding, generosity and continued support as we work together to care for our community and our neighbours during this challenging time.
Our Purpose
Yea Community House Inc. is a public institution which has the charitable purpose of advancing social and public welfare by:
(1) Advancing mental health and preventing social isolation
(2) Providing a physical location where it supports individuals to undertake activities, or work on projects, in the company of others.
Our Mission
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To provide adult education, recreational and social activities as an integral part of our services to the community
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To develop an understanding of the educational, social and emotional needs of our community
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To identify and encourage community participation in the management and delivery of services and activities to meet those needs
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To seek funding and support for the ongoing development of programs, services and activities in accordance with those needs
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To encourage and facilitate the establishment of self-help groups and assist in the provision of reasonable access in relation to those services
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To provide information in relation to the availability of programs and activities
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To liaise and co-operate with other agencies and organisations similarly committed to self-help and community development
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To operate in a non-political and non-sectarian manner
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To extend the hand of friendship to all members of the community
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To foster self-determination and encourage people to organise their own activities, make decisions and become involved in community activities
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To provide opportunities of access to courses, programs and information to people who would otherwise be excluded
