Community & Business
5 May, 2022
Mareeba expo success
THE inaugural Mareeba Services Expo has been hailed a success, with more than 55 stallholders representing 65 services in attendance.
THE inaugural Mareeba Services Expo has been hailed a success, with more than 55 stallholders representing 65 services in attendance.
The free event was held by Mission Australia and provided locals with the perfect opportunity to learn more about the NDIS, disability-related services, support and other mainstream and community programs. Its purpose was to connect Mareeba locals with services and resources that are available in the region and to let service providers know what services they needed.
Mission Australia regional leader North Queensland Dr Phil Flint said everyone enjoyed the opportunity to connect with services and community groups. “It was great to see such a solid turnout, both in terms of attendee engagement and networking between organisations and service providers,” he said. “People were able to see the extent of services on offer to the local community and what help is available from a NDIS standpoint. “The strong Mareeba community spirit was on display and the feedback we had from guests was really positive.”
Mareeba Shire Mayor Angel Toppin was in attendance and praised the Mission Australia team for their efforts. “It was wonderful to attend the Mareeba Shire Services Expo and to see how many services were represented,” she said. “The Mareeba Shire is growing, as one of the top 10 fastest growing Local Government areas in Queensland, and the need for top quality services and supports will only continue to increase.
“One of the expo’s aims was to share information on the services and supports that are available for people with a disability, their carers and families – the expo delivered on that and more.”
