The Margaret River Community Centre Inc. is situated at 33 Tunbridge Street in what was the old Margaret River Hospital. The complex comprises 8 Heritage listed buildings that represent one of the finest examples of group settlement architecture in the area.
The Centre however is not just a group of old buildings, and following an extensive renovation programme funded by Lotterywest the complex is an example of excellence in the field of recycling historically important buildings for modern use. Officially opened by the Hon. Paul Omodei MLA in April 1994 the centre has gone from strength to strength.
The Resource Centre offers affordable office and communal space for permanent
and casual hires. Equipment such as whiteboards and a screen projector are
available on request and the Centre offers fax and photocopy facilities.
Isacc’s Community Art Gallery and the Church Gallery space offer two perfect venues for exhibitions or community gatherings.
Expressions of interest are always open for the Artist in Residence program. Residency includes a one bedroom self contained apartment with studio space. Nominal rent with workshop and exhibition spaces provided at no cost.
The Centre is completely self-supporting from rental of office and communal
space.
Our Tenants include:
- Cape to Cape Catchments Group
- Margaret River Wine Industry
- Red Cross Opportunity Shop
- Red Cross Infant Restraint Service
- Margaret River Playgroup
- Margaret River Toy Library
- Forrest Personnel
- Job Find Centre
- Life Without Barriers
- Margaret River Historical Society
The Centre is regularly attended by professionals from the Bunbury Community Legal Centre and South West Community Drug Service Team, and by representatives from PVS Workfind and other employment agencies.
Some of the groups using our rooms on a regular basis are the Sahaja Meditation, Al-Anon, AA, Overeaters Anonymous, Orchid Society, Augustine Fellowship, and the Seventh Day Adventist Church.
The Centre also supports the following services:
- Margaret River Community Child Care Centre - Qualified staff/Licensed Centre for 0-5yrs Mon-Fri
- Soup Kitchen - Mon & Wed 5-7 - Free vegan meals/donation if possible
- Emergency Relief Fund - Providing cash assistance on a one off basis in an emergency situation.
The Old Hospital forms part of a "community corridor" with the New Hospital, Library, and the new Silver Chain Day Care Respite Centre.
The Federation Community Garden created in conjunction with TAFE landscaping students provides a welcoming area between the library and the Community Resource Centre for the whole community to enjoy.
The Margaret River Community Resource Centre Inc. is a true resource for the community, responding to the needs of the community, disseminating information and providing essential services.
For more information on the services we provide, please call Niomi or Lyn during office hours Mon - Fri 9am - 1pm on 97 573 200