See What’s Happening in Your Backyard!

We are very proud to be an integral part and make a real difference to the communities in which we operate in. Here you will find information on what we are doing in your community and how you can help.

What’s happening in your region:
- ACT
- Hunter Region – NSW
- Riverina Region – NSW
- South Australia
- Western Australia

  1. Fundraiser movie night (Gawler SA)

    Hi everyone, as you may know from a previous post, my name is Angelique and I’m participating in this year’s CUFA (Credit Union Foundation of Australia) Fijian Leadership Challenge. I’m very excited about being given the opportunity to volunteer in Fiji and I’m running all sorts of fundraising activities to raise $3,300 I need to participate. Last week I ran a cupcake stall at the Gawler Community CPS branch and raised just over $230! I baked as many as physically possible & sold them all but one, which my little boy ended up eating – it was a good effort!

    I am holding a Fundraiser movie night in the coming weeks at the Gawler Cinema on Monday13thof February.  So, if you’re in Adelaide or the Gawler region come along. It’s at 630pm for a 730pm start. The movie is the Descendants with George Clooney! Tickets cost $30 and must be purchased before the evening through myself at ajoy@communitycps.com.au

    Come alone, with a friend or bring a group ! This is a great opportunity to catch up, see a great movie and help raise much needed funds http://www.facebook.com/events/222761897810695/?context=create

    Thank you to everyone for their support. Hope to see you. ^AJ

    Posted on February 1, 2012 Community Events South Australia Leave a Comment

  2. 5 simple reasons why you should switch to online e-statements

    Get serious about becoming a leader in the fight against climate change and join the journey. There are many simple and easy things we can all do to reduce our carbon footprint and registering for e-statements is one of them!

    Most major organisations offer online or email statements/billing options.  If you haven’t already made the switch this is a really simple step you can take to reduce your impact on the environment. It’s amazing just how much paper is used to produce statements.

    Ask your financial institution to switch you to online statements now.

    1. It’s convenient! You can view or print your e-statements any time you choose.
    2. It’s simple! You will receive an email when your e-statement is ready to view online.  
    3. It’s fast! Your e-statement is available before paper statements get through snail mail.
    4. It’s secure! Your e-statement will not be lost or stolen in the mail.
    5. It’s environmentally friendly! Reduces paper waste.

    We know we can all do more. Embrace the change and take your first and simple step towards reducing your paper consumption, register for eStatments today.

    Ross

    Environment Management System Committee Chair

    Posted on February 3, 2012 Community Money Expert Leave a Comment

  3. #1 Clubs, Groups & Charities Fundraiser Tool for 2012

    We know you have spent many Saturdays turning sausages for your local footy team or filling your freezer with pies or lamingtons after the inaugural bake sale.

    Now there is an easier way to fundraise for your local not-for-profit club, group or charity- the Community Reward Account.

    This account takes the average annual balance of all Community Reward Accounts nominating your club, group or charity as the beneficiary, and donates up to 1.5% of this balance directly to your registered organisation!

    How to benefit:

    1. Find out about becoming a recipient for the Community Reward Account*.
    2. Register your club, group or charity as a recipient.
    3. Encourage all of your members and supporters to open an account to support your club, group or charity.
    4. At the end of each financial year the amount raised is deposited straight to your registered organisation.

    What your supporters need to do:

    1. Open a Community Reward Account.
    2. Select your club, group or charity to receive the benefits.
    3. Start saving!
    4. Be happy knowing they are supporting their favourite club, group or charity.

    We know it works:

    Over the past few years many clubs, groups and charities have been recipients of this account with great success.  In 2011 approx. $150,000 was donated to registered organisations.

    This could easily be your not-for-profit club, group or charity!

    Luke – Product & Segment Analyst

     

    *Only available within our Branch network. Full terms, conditions, fees and charges are available in the Product Guide and Fees and Charges booklets
    (communitycps.com.au).  These booklets are available on request, on the website and will be provided at the time of acquiring the product.  Before acquiring the product you should consider if the product is appropriate for you.

    Posted on February 2, 2012 Community Financial News & Updates Money Expert Saving Leave a Comment

  4. Wagga Mutual Junior Sports Scholarship Program

    Wagga Mutual in partnership with Xceler8 Fitness Centre, are proud to announce the winners of the 2011/2012 Wagga Mutual Credit Union Junior Sports Scholarship.

    The program is designed to help local junior athletes aged 12 to 17 years take the next step in their chosen field of sport. Following the success of the inaugural program in 2010/2011, this year more than 100 scholarship applications were received.

    First prize, a sponsorship package valued at $2,700 including an account at Wagga Mutual Credit Union with $1000, was awarded to Kaitlin Jeffries. The 17-year-old taekwondo specialist is a rising star who was recently selected to compete at the Taekwondo World Titles in Czechoslovakia.

    The following scholarship winners also received sponsorship funds from Wagga Mutual to be used for their future sporting development:-

    James Hay – athletics national champion, Jake Brooker – junior cyclist, Caleb Noble –local Ganmain triathlete and Andrew Emery – talented junior AFL footballer.

    The program was an outstanding initiative that supports the development of local junior sporting talent. We are very proud to be associated with Xceler8 and to put our support behind the scholarship program. We are committed to helping the Wagga Wagga community grow and this program is one way we can do this, by offering some of our community’s most talented junior sportspeople a helping hand to pursue their sporting careers.

    Congratulations to everyone and we wish you all every success in your future sporting endeavours.

    Andrew – Wagga Mutual Regional Manager

    Posted on January 30, 2012 Community Riverina Region - NSW Leave a Comment

  5. CUFA Fijian Leadership Challenge 2012

    Angelique Joy My employer Community CPS Australia has sponsored me to attend the CUFA (Credit Union Foundation of Australia) Fijian Leadership Challenge 2012.

    To participate in the Leadership Challenge I need to fundraise $3,300.

    The Leadership Challenge entails participating in over 100 volunteering hours with local Fijian communities, teaching sound economic practices to ensure these villages are self sustainable. Concepts such saving & budgeting are not widely understood in some communities, and my involvement will assist these locals with a positive economic future and ‘make them smile’.

    As part of my fundraising I will be raffling off a BBQ, you can purchase a ticket at our Salisbury Branch.

    All profits will be donated to CUFA & the Fijian Leadership Challenge.

    Want to help online?

    Please share, retweet or post this story to your facebook and spread the word. You can also donate securely online, donations of $2.00 or more are tax deductible.

    Donate here!

    Thankyou in advance for your generosity and assistance.

    Angelique Joy

    Posted on January 25, 2012 Community South Australia Leave a Comment

  6. Over 400 Christmas hampers packed for RDNS! (SA)

    Royal District Nursing Community Christmas HampersWe are extremely proud to have partnered up Royal District Nursing (RDNS) the largest and oldest provider of home nursing and healthcare services in Australia.

    Since our partnership commenced in 2007 we have been able to purchase a car for RDNS through our foundation grant to help nurses get out to do their home visits and our staff have been volunteering each year to pack food hampers for disadvantaged families.

     

    This year was no different with an amazing 400 Christmas hampers packed! A big thanks to all our staff involved!  ^VR

    Posted on December 21, 2011 Community South Australia Leave a Comment

  7. Welcome to We Are Listening

    Welcome to ‘We Are Listening’, the social voice for the Community CPS Australia Group. The Community CPS Australia Group trades in other parts of the country under the brands of Companion Credit Union in the Hunter region in NSW, United Community in WA and Wagga Mutual Credit Union in the Riverina region of NSW for all of our banking services. Eastwoods Limited covers our professional services business which includes wealth management and tax and accounting business.

    This blog and our facebook and Twitter accounts form what I’d like to call the ‘We Are Listening Network’, giving our members and the general public the opportunity to interact with us and keep connected with what is happening in our community. Read more…

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Leave a Comment

  8. Hunter Community Climate Challenge

    carbon footprintThe Hunter Climate Challenge saw over 400 Hunter Valley households participate in cutting their carbon footprint.

    The Challenge commenced with measuring the current household carbon footprint, and then worked through weekly challenges to reduce electricity, water, petrol and waste consumption.

    The winner of the 12 week long challenge was Tully Vorobioff and his family, with a special mention to Alison Ludriks for her efforts throughout the challenge.

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Hunter Region - NSW Leave a Comment

  9. Help Variety’s Vision for Life

    You can donate at any Companion Credit Union Branch towards Variety’s Vision for Life. This is for the purchase of a virtual telemedicine device for Maitland Hospital. Telemedicine means that no matter where the best surgeon is they can operate on you locally at Maitland hospital using the virtual technology.

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Events Hunter Region - NSW Leave a Comment

  10. MIX 106.FM Special Kids Xmas Party

    mix 106 fm kids xmas partyMIX 106.FM Special Kids Xmas Party happening on the 10th December.

    When – Saturday 10th December between 10am and 4pm

    Who (charity partner or credit union) MIX 106.3FM Special Kids Xmas Party

    ACT staff will be volunteering their time to ensure these kids have an enjoyable time this festive season.

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Australian Capital Territory Community Events Leave a Comment

  11. Helping Those in Need this Christmas

    Country HopeCountry Hope  is a country based family centred support organisation for children diagnosed with cancer and other life threatening illnesses.

    Staff at Wagga Mutual have been working in close partnership with Country Hope and recently hosted a gift appeal in support of Country Hope’s Kids Christmas Party.

    The appeal saw locals drop off well over 100 gifts  at the local Wagga, Collamon and Ganmain branches for the Children’s Christmas party, which show cases the true sprit of locals in the Wagga & Riverina area.

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Riverina Region - NSW Leave a Comment

  12. Christmas Lunch In The Park – Perth (WA)

    picnicWe are again sponsoring Mission Australia’s Christmas Lunch in the Park (CLIP). CLIP is a well known annual event which has been running for 35 years and now provides over 1,600 homeless and disadvantaged individuals and families with the opportunity to enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch, receive a gift and enjoy the entertainment throughout the day.

    Location:

    Wellington Square Park, East Perth

    Time:

    11:30am – 2.30pm

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Events Western Australia Leave a Comment

  13. Supporting Camp Quality

    Camp QualityCommunity CPS together with our community partner Camp Quality, recently held a charity luncheon at the Watermark Glenelg.

    The aim of the event was to raise enough funds to send all South Australian teen’s to Senior Camp in Sydney in 2012.

    The Luncheon was hosted by Wayne Phillips with special guest Matt Cowdry. Other special guests included Chad Cornes, Dean Brogan, Brent Reilly, Michael Doughty and Bernie Vince. Camp Quality CEO, Simon Rowntree, thanked Community CPS for our continued support and effort of building awareness through our community partnership.

    The day was a huge success and again raised just over $15,000! We would like to say a big thank you to everyone for your support, commitment and fantastic efforts with this community partnership!

    Posted on December 5, 2011 Community South Australia Leave a Comment

  14. Our blog is changing!

    In the coming weeks you’ll notice a few changes to our blog. We’re excited to announce a fresh new – look We’re Listening is on it’s way.

    You’ll still find the same great contributions here and we look forward to many more.

    We hope to meet up with you online soon to join in on the conversation.

    Posted on November 28, 2011 Community Leave a Comment

  15. Supporting Newcastle Youth

    teenagerNewcastle Youth Accommodation Services Ltd (NYASL) provides an early prevention, transitional program to assist local youth from troubled homes within the Newcastle/Lake Macquarie community to gain essential livings skills to be self-sufficient, whilst receiving support from caseworkers.

    This month we have provided a Foundation grant of $19,000 to NYASL for three professional development programs for approximately 300 caseworkers as well as further development of their ongoing ‘Living Skills’ program provided to the youth.

    The Living Skills program assists young people to successfully transition from supported care to independent living. The workshops cover organisational skills, decision making, financial accountability and goal setting around education and employment.

    For more information visit their website.

    Posted on September 27, 2011 Community Hunter Region - NSW Leave a Comment