Merana holds a Family Fun Day each school holidays. It is a free and fun event for families. The event includes a sausage sizzle and several activities for the kids such as face painting, craft activities, jumping castle and more. The day is lots of fun for the whole family to attend in the school holidays.
Gurung Group is for kids aged 5 – 12 years to come and have fun in a culturally safe space. The program is held during school terms each Wednesday from 3:30 – 5 pm. Merana provides afternoon tea as well as different fun activities and games for the kids each week. It is also a great opportunity for the kids … Read More
Merana provides a supported playgroup for parents/carers and Aboriginal children aged 0-5 years. The playgroup is held during the school term each Wednesday morning from 9:30 – 11 am. Morning tea is provided as well as loads of activities and games for the children and parents/carers. Each week new activities are planned around both the children and parents/carers to participate … Read More
The NAIDOC Ball was first organised by Merana in 2018. The ball has become larger with more anticipation each year. The ball includes a 3-course meal, live band, and a gathering to celebrate community involvement. The ball also holds an Award celebration for community members in Merana’s service catchment.
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Merana holds a NAIDOC day celebration for the community each year in Richmond. The day includes live performances, loads of children’s activities, raffles, amazing food, community stalls, and more. It is a wonderful day for families and … Read More