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
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. Read more…
Posted on February 3, 2012 Community Money Expert Leave a Comment
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. Read more…
Posted on February 2, 2012 Community Financial News & Updates Money Expert Saving Leave a Comment
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!
Posted on February 1, 2012 Community Events South Australia Leave a Comment
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. Read more…
Posted on January 30, 2012 Community Riverina Region - NSW Leave a Comment
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’. Read more…
Posted on January 25, 2012 Community South Australia Leave a Comment
We 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
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
The 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
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
MIX 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
Country 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
We 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.
Wellington Square Park, East Perth
11:30am – 2.30pm
Posted on December 5, 2011 Community Events Western Australia 3 Comments
Community 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
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
Newcastle 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
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