As a not-for-profit organisation, we offer a range of services to enhance the lives of residents and visitors, including access to government services, business support, internet facilities, and community activities. Whether you're a resident, business owner, student, or senior, we're here to connect, inform, and empower everyone in the Shire of Irwin.

Welcome to Dongara Community Resource Centre, your local hub for community support, learning, events and engagement in the heart of Dongara, Western Australia.

The Dongara CRC aims to support and empower individuals, families, and businesses in the community by ensuring they have access to appropriate services and resources to meet their needs.

Services Available at Dongara Community Resource Centre

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    Community Services

    We support the community's well-being through workshops, volunteer programs, and more. Our team also provides referrals to trusted local services and support networks, ensuring individuals and families can access the help they need when they need it most.

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    Government Services

    Dongara CRC is a central hub for the community to access information and services delivered by the Western Australian State Government. We also offer several Commonwealth Government services, providing ease of access to regional community members.

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    Business and Employment Support

    We offer local businesses and job seekers support, training, desk hire, meeting room facilities, and resources. We also offer tailored training opportunities and workshops to enhance skills, boost employability, and foster local business growth.

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    Office Services

    We support the community's administrative needs through printing, scanning, computer access, and more. We aim to make everyday tasks easier and more accessible, especially for those who may not have the tools or technology at home.

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Emergency Relief

We support the social needs of the local community through emergency relief, referral services, financial counseling, and much more.

Staying in Place

The Staying in Place program is an innovative model of home aged care services.

Dongara CRC coordinates the Staying in Place program locally. This program aims to enable older residents of the Shire of Irwin and surrounding areas to remain living at home and connected to family, friends, and their community for longer.

We partner with approved aged care providers and an employment platform called Mable.

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Dongara Community Resource Centre acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country on which we live and operate and their connections to land, sea, and community.

We pay our respect to their elders past, present, and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.