Community Connections Morning Tea for over 55’s is on again today!

Join us this Tuesday 3rd of September at Wardell CORE from 10 till noon.

If you are a maker or baker please bring a plate to share.

Welcoming visitors from throughout the district : Woodburn, Broadwater, Ballina, Alstonville.

For more information, please contact us at Wardell CORE on 0431 716 457

Connect with the Candidates September 6th @ 5:00 PM

Join us at Wardell CORE this Friday for an opportunity to connect with local candidates ahead of the upcoming elections. We have invited all Mayoral and C Ward Councillors to join us for casual conversation and introductions.

This is a great chance to hear their visions for our community, ask questions, and share your thoughts. The event will be followed by our community social. We look forward to seeing you there!

Compassionate Communication

2 day workshop

9:30am-4pm Sat 7 - Sun 8 September, morning tea / lunch included

Subsidies and scholarships available to anyone interested in participation.

Breath into stress relief and wellbeing 

If you haven't got your tickets yet there is still time to join us for this upcoming and popular program.

Sunday June 16th.

Learn to utilise oxygen to improve your relaxation, stress relief, improve circulation and overall wellbeing.

You can get in touch with us at Wardell CORE on 0431 716 457, drop in and see us or book online.

Tea with Tamara

Tamara is bringing her team directly to the towns and villages in the Ballina electorate. If you have an issue or idea that you would like to discuss with our local State Member of Parliament - Tamara Smith, MP then register below to sit and have a cuppa and a chat - Tamara will be visiting Wardell on September 11.

RSS Case Management

Tuesdays at Wardell CORE.

RSS case managers can assist you through the complex journey of disaster recovery including ; housing support/solutions, financial support, recovery plan

Call Wardell CORE on 0431 716 457 or drop in for an appointment.

Home Recovery Support

Wardell CORE is able to offer independent support, home inspections, and personalised recovery guidance. We provide recovery case management, referrals for trade support programs, and access to essential resources and services.

If you need help please complete the following application

Our fortnightly community produce bags start at just $10 for a small size bag full of nutritious fruit and vegetables.

Produce bags come in three sizes for different family sizes and we offer costs recovery at a sliding scale so you can opt to pay at a rate you can afford.

Pickup available at Wardell CORE, Broadwater Pub, Cabbage Tree Island Pod Village

Order now from Wardell CORE Store

Register now for this great new "Get Healthy Service" which offers FREE phone and online health coaching to help you make lifestyle changes to improve your health.

When you join, you’ll receive 6 or more confidential coaching calls with a university qualified health coach.

The program is designed to fit in with your life, with coaching available at a time that works for you.

If you or anyone you know is in need of support come in and see us. We have a stocked pantry with supplies from Foodbank including pasta, rice, sauces, tinned food, biscuits, milk, tea, sugar, pet foods, and basic toiletries.

Our food pantry is available every day we are open. Drop in Tuesday - Saturday. Don’t go without and let us help make your budget stretch further.

Wardell’s Wellbeing Program offers a dedicated space for professional counselling services, qualified mental health supporter, case management, advice and referral for the community of Wardell and wider district.

Drop in at any time phone 0432 563 380 or email wellbeing@wardellcore.community

Mums and Bubs

Thursdays from 9:30 -12:30. Come for a causal catch-up, cup of tea, connection and space to chat with other mums, access support and let your kids have a play.

For more information call Wardell CORE on 0431 716 457 email wellbeing@wardellcore.community

Community threads sewing group is on 1pm - 4pm every second Tuesday. We need extra hands to cut patterns, fill draught stoppers and get busy sewing.

We have 4 sewing machines to use, the talented sewer Sharon from Sew Over the River to offer support and guidance and can offer hot cups of tea and great company.

Come along and join in creating useful items and learning skills.

Huge thanks to everyone who has been bringing in their cans and bottles for Return and Earn.
Recycle for a cause ! Bring in your drink containers and help us fundraise for Wardell.

Please provide only the eligible containers as pictured, uncrushed and with barcodes visible. We prefer them unmixed and in boxes if possible. Deliver to the WardellCORE back gate for collection.

Orange Sky Laundry

8:30-2:30 Saturdays

Orange Sky laundry are continuing to offer support to Wardell on Drop in with your laundry and stop for a cup of tea and a chat with the team.

Pilates class with Michelle

6pm Thursdays @ Wardell CORE.

Everyone welcome. No experience is neccesary. Learn and develop flexibility at your own pace. This great program is perfect for strengthening body and mind.

Strength & Balance with Michelle Henry

9:30AM-10:30AM Wednesdays @ Wardell Catholic Hall

Build a strong foundation: gentle movement for everyone including older adults and over 55's

Creative Space with Callie Andrews

Every second Friday @ Wardell Catholic Hall

Enter the creative process - no need to be an amazing artist. Come together and have fun being creative over 5 fortnights.

This program will allow you to explore creativity, mindfulness, personal expression. Contact Wardell CORE to join in