Our Community Project

19/06/2026

No Interest Loan (NILs) provides individuals and families on low incomes, access to safe, fair, and affordable credit.

Southern NILs, located in Port Kembla and Nowra is part of Our Community Project and has been providing NILs to the Illawarra area since 2005.

For more information visit https://www.ourcommunityproject.org.au/nils

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16/06/2026

We warmly invite you to join us in a community picnic to remember those we have loved and lost.

This Sunday 21st June, we warmly invite you to join us in a community picnic to remember those we have loved and lost.
In its' seventh year, the picnic is a casual gathering with an inclusive non-denominational ceremony of remembrance.
Sharing a meal is the centrepiece of this celebration and we invite people attending to bring a plate of food that is sacred to them - "sacred food" for a communal table that supports the sharing of stories and memories.
People of all ages are encouraged to attend with an arts and craft activity and performances by the Tender Community Choir.
The weather is usually cold, so dress warmly, wear comfy shoes and bring a picnic blanket or fold up chair if you need one. 🍃

14/06/2026

🎶 Our Community Project – Jam n Bread Sessions 🎶🍞

FREE Music Sessions in Port Kembla this Sunday - see you there!

Join us for an afternoon of cultural music sharing, connection & creativity.
Sunday 21st June: Celtic session with John Spillane
2pm-4pm at Port Kembla Community centre

Bring your instrument, voice or just yourself!
FREE entry - All ages & abilities welcome

Register now via QR code or link below :
https://bit.ly/4dPfbIn

05/06/2026

🌟 Let’s Get Creative! FREE Lantern Making Workshop - July School holidays 🏮

Calling all community members – in preparation for the 2026 Lantern Parade, we would like to invite you to join us for our Lantern Making Workshops✨

🗓 Date/s: Monday 6 July 10am-12pm OR Tuesday 7 July 1pm-3pm
📍 Where: Port Kembla Community Centre hall
Register now as places are limited!

Bring your imagination and we’ll bring the materials! Whether you're crafty or just curious, this is your chance to create your very own lantern and be part of something bright and beautiful. 💫
🎉 Fun, free, and family-friendly!
👫 Open to all ages and abilities – everyone’s welcome!
🎨 No experience needed – just show up and get creative!
🏮💛 All children must be accompanied by an adult and all attendees need to be registered prior to the day of the workshop.

Registration via the QR code or registration link : https://bit.ly/3PQooXL
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04/06/2026

🎶 Our Community Project – Jam n Bread Sessions 🎶🍞

Join us for an afternoon of FREE cultural music sharing, connection, creativity, and community.

🗓 Sunday 21st June | 2–4 PM - Celtic session with John Spillane
AND
🗓 Sunday 19th July | 2–4 PM - Columbian Rhythms with Ana & Mark
📍 Port Kembla Community Centre Hall
(Cnr Wentworth & Church Streets, Port Kembla NSW 2505)

🎵 Bring your instrument, your voice, or simply yourself!
🎟 FREE entry – All ages and abilities encouraged to join in the fun!

Register your attendance via the QR code or link below:
https://bit.ly/4dPfbIn

29/05/2026

🏮 SAVE THE DATE! – PORT KEMBLA LANTERN PARADE 2026! 🏮

Join us for a magical evening of creativity, connection, entertainment and delicious food at the annual Port Kembla Lantern Parade ✨
🗓️ Thursday, 20th August 2026
🕟 from 4:30PM
📍 Starting at Coomaditchie Lagoon
(Cnr Parkes & Cowper Streets, Kemblawarra)
Travelling through to Port Kembla Public School
18 Gloucester Blvd, Port Kembla NSW 2505

✨ What to Expect:
🏮 A vibrant lantern parade lighting up the evening sky
🎶 Live entertainment for all ages
🍴 Delicious hot and cold food and drinks available for purchase
🎨 A fun-filled family community atmosphere

🖌️ Want to get involved?
Follow OCP social media pages for updates, event information, lantern-making workshops and ideas, inspiration and instructions as we count down to this special community event.
We can’t wait to celebrate with our amazing community once again — save the date and spread the word! 🏮✨
https://www.ourcommunityproject.org.au/

25/05/2026

Our Community Project is a provider of No Interest Loans (NILs) which enables access to fair, safe and affordable credit to purchase essential goods and services up to the maximum value of $2000.

Unexpected expenses are bound to pop up from time to time. NILs help you manage your money and you only pay back what you borrow, nothing more.

To check if you are eligible and for more information, click here:
https://www.ourcommunityproject.org.au/nils

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25/05/2026

25/05/2026

🎶 What an AWESOME afternoon at our Jam & Bread Session on Sunday 24th May!

We sang, played music, danced, learned about Maori culture, and shared bread and a cuppa together.

Huge thanks to the NGA HAU E WHA MAORI GROUP for leading such a fun and positive afternoon ❤️

We have many more Music Jam n Bread sessions planned for the rest of the year — keep an eye out for upcoming posts!

23/05/2026

Join us this afternoon for Jam n Bread 🎵

We’re celebrating Māori culture with live music, connection, and community hosted by Ernie Beach and Nga Hau e Wha.

Whether you play, sing, clap along, or just want to listen, everyone is welcome — all ages and abilities.

🕒 Today, 3–5pm
📍 Our Community Project Hall
Corner of Wentworth & Church St, Port Kembla

Free to attend.

Proudly supported by Multicultural NSW, Wollongong City Council Small Grants Program and Our Community Project.