And that’s a wrap!
And that’s a wrap for the 10/10 Project in 2022!
This year, our 10th 10/10 Project was held a bit later than usual due to weather delays. It also looked a bit different as we adapted to COVID-19 guidelines. Despite all challenges, a fantastic team of 45 volunteers worked together to transform several yards and gardens in our community. The positive outcomes achieved are the hallmark of the 10/10 Project!
Significant differences were made at each of the properties we attended, and residents’ pride has been restored in their yards and gardens that they can safely access again. Seeing the volunteers’ hard work and the special interactions between them and the community, made us feel incredibly proud of this initiative.
CRCS would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and say a big THANK YOU to the contributions of:
Housing ACT
Westpac Banking Corporation
Department of Social Services-Corporate Volunteering Program
ACT Skip Hire
Cut Price Skips
Kennards Hire Belconnen
Canberra Seed Savers Coop – for donated plants
Social Bean Cafe
Each and every volunteer who contributed to the success of this years 10/10 Project.
And everyone who donated to our 10/10 project fundraising.
We can’t wait to get out there for our 11th 10/10 Project in October 2023!
Recent News Stories
After an extraordinary 32 years of service, we say a heartfelt goodbye to Graham McKercher, who recently resigned from CRCS to take some time out, enjoy being a grandad, and undertake some international travel.
Following on from the signage placed around the Belconnen Community Centre and notices distributed to participants, we are sharing this update to confirm that the Swanson Court carpark has now permanently closed as of Tuesday 2 April 2025, due to a new development at the site by JWLand.
Young people in Belconnen now have easier access to free, confidential health and wellbeing support with the arrival of the T25 Clinic at Belconnen Youth Centre. Every Thursday from 2pm to 5pm the T25 Clinic van, Mini Pat, will be on-site offering a safe and welcoming space for young people aged 12 to 25. There’s no need for an appointment – just drop in when you need support.
The Canberra Day Appeal 2025 has wrapped up for another year and we are grateful to everyone who contributed, either by making a donation or helping to spread awareness. Thanks to the generosity of our community, employees and corporate supporters, we raised an amazing $6,736.40 – an increase from $5590 in 2024. These funds will go directly towards recruiting, training and supporting more volunteer transport drivers, ensuring people in our community can get to their essential medical appointments for chronic health conditions such as cancer and kidney disease.
Patsy is a lifelong storyteller and a creative spirit. For nearly 20 years, she was a storyteller at early childhood education centres, captivating children with her tales – sometimes using handmade props to bring them to life, other times sharing stories she wrote herself. Creativity has always been second nature to her, and when she’s caught up in a project, time flies by often leading to late nights. Though she recently stepped away from storytelling, she continues her creative pursuits, including a quilt project through Involve (stay tuned!).