Community Contacts Directory

1. Aboriginal Services

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Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 02 4927 8799

Ph: 02 4939 4500

Ph: 02 4926 1571

Ph: 6542 2751

Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 02 4962 2822

Ph: 02 4969 2424

Ph: 02 4969 2505

Ph: 1800 500 330

Ph: 6543 1180

Ph: 6543 1288

Ph: 02 4909 3010

Ph: 1800 248 913

Ph: 6542 2065

Ph: 1300 364 584

Ph: 1800 019 123

Aboriginal Family Worker
Primary focus on assisting new parents and families with children aged 0 – 8 years in a culturally appropriate way to enhance parent's skills to improve educational, social and health outcomes for their children.	QE II Community Centre PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: afw@uhcs.org.au
Aboriginal Employment Opportunities Program
Phone: 02 4927 8799
Aboriginal Employment Strategy
Phone: 02 4939 4500
Aboriginal Legal Services
Phone (Newcastle): 02 4926 1571 Phone (Tamworth): 02 6761 3766
Aboriginal Maternal and Infant Health Service
Phone: 6542 2751
Aboriginal Young Person SAAP Project
Assists young indigenous persons (14yr 9mth – 18 years) who are homeless or who are at risk of being homeless. Service covers Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter Shires.	QE11 Community Centre PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: hope@uhcs.org.au
Awabakal Disability Support Service
Phone: 02 4962 2822
Awabakal Medical Services
38a Samdon St., Hamilton Phone: 02 4969 2424 Fax: 02 4961 0497
Awabakal Medical Services Dental Clinic
Phone: 02 4969 2505
Dept Fair Trading Aboriginal Enquiry Officer
Phone: 1800 500 330
Hunter Valley Aboriginal Corporation
Offers subsidised housing, support referral and community development for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals.	180 -182 Bridge St P.O.Box 579 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 1180 Fax: 6543 1106 Email: hvacorp@bigpond.com.au
Local Aboriginal Land Council – Wanaruah
Information, referral, advocacy, housing, health and community development projects.	17-19 Maitland Street, P.O.Box 127 Muswellbrook 2333 Phone: 6543 1288 Phone: 6543 1962 Fax: 6542 5377 Email: wanarua@bigpond.net.au
Mari Ma ATSI Community Options Project
Brokerage service to enable ATSI clients with complex high needs to remain in their homes. Includes service for the frail aged and younger clients with disabilities.	Phone: 02 4909 3010
Northern Aboriginal Tenants Advice and Advocacy
Free service for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders	Phone: 1800 248 913
Victims Services Aboriginal Contact Line
Phone: 1800 019 123
Upper Hunter Aboriginal Health Liaison Officer
Based at Muswellbrook District Hospital. Improves access to, and helps Aboriginal Community use, mainstream health services. Acts as an advocate for Aboriginal clients and provides information on a variety of health issues.	Phone: 6542 2065 Fax: 6542 2005
Upper Hunter Aboriginal Multi Service Coordinator
Coordinates provision of Home and Community Care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Clients.	HACC Building, New England Hwy Phone: 1300 364 584 Fax: 6541 3003

2. Advocacy Services

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Ph: 1300 366 700

Ph: 1300 362 072

Ph: 1800 138 422

Ph: 02 4927 0111

Ph: 1800 810 784

Ph: 1800 246 545

Ph: 1300 799 675

Ph: 13 13 94

Ph: 1300 780 808

Ph: 1800 654 504

Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 1800 451 524

Ph: 1800 424 079

Ph: 1800 062 058

Ph: 1300 139 955

Ph: 1800 817 227

Administrative Appeals Tribunal
Provides independent review of a wide range of administrative decisions made by the federal government.	GPO Box 9955 Sydney 2001 Phone: 1300 366 700 Phone: 02 9391 2400 Fax: 02 9283 4881 Website: www.aat.gov.au
Commonwealth Ombudsman - Australia
Commonwealth Ombudsman considers and investigates complaints from people who believe they have been treated unfairly or unreasonably by a Commonwealth Government department or agency.	G.P.O.Box, 442 Canberra City, ACT, 2601 Complaint Line: 1300 362 072 Fax: 02 6276 0123 Website: www.ombudsman.gov.au
Credit Ombudsman
Provides conflict resolution to individuals and member organisations.	Level 7, 287 Elizabeth St. P.O. Box A252, Sydney South 1235 Phone: 1800 138 422 Phone: 02 9273 8455 Fax: 02 9261 2798 Website: www.creditombudsman.com.au Email: info@creditombudsman.com.au
Disability Advocacy Service Hunter
Disability Advocacy can provide direct advocacy to individuals, negotiate with organisations, link individuals to relevant services and support individuals taking formal action on matters relating to discrimination. Service is for people with: intellectual, neurological, physical, psychiatric or sensory disability, or a brain injury, and their family or carers.	Suit 3 Level 1, 408 King St., Newcastle, 2302 Phone: 02 4927 0111 Fax: 02 4927 0114 Mobile: 0411 209 302 Email: da@da.org.au
Domestic Violence Advocacy Service
A free service that provides legal advice, information and referral to women in NSW. The service can advocate on behalf of women to relevant services and provide community education and training.	P.O. Box 206 Lidcombe, NSW, 1825 Freecall: 1800 810 784 Phone: 02 8745 6999 Fax: 02 9749 4433
EWON – Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW
EWON can assist for problems with your electricity, gas or water provider. Firstly, contact your provider by phone or in writing. If the problem is not resolved, contact EWON.	Reply Paid K1343 Haymarket, 1239 Freecall: 1800 246 545 Freefax: 1800 812 291 Website: www.ewon.com.au Email: omb@ewon.com.au
Financial Ombudsman Service
Financial Ombudsman Service is a merger of the Banking and Financial Services Ombudsman, the Financial Industry Complaints Service, and the Insurance Ombudsman Service. The Financial Ombudsman Service provides dispute resolution services for Australian banking, insurance and investment disputes for individual consumers, including some small businesses, and participating financial service providers.	GPO Box 3, Melbourne, 3001 Hotline: 1300 780 808 Phone: 03 9613 7366 Fax: 03 9613 6399 Website: www.fos.org.au Email: info@fos.org.au
Fair Work Online (formerly Workplace Authority and Workplace Ombudsman)
Phone: 13 13 94 Website: www.fairwork.gov.au
Fair Work Australia
Phone: 1300 799 675 Website: www.fwa.gov.au
Fair Work Ombudsman
Phone: 13 13 94 Website: www.fwo.gov.au
Hunter Tenants Advice and Advocacy Service
Free advice, information and support for tenants. Where appropriate, can assist in: negotiating with landlords or agents, preparing and presenting your case at tribunal or advocating on your behalf.	5 William St. P.O.Box 115, Hamilton 2303 Freecall: 1800 654 504 Phone: 02 4969 7666 Fax: 02 4969 6088 Website: www.tenants.org.au Email: info@huntertenants.com
Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service
Service provides information, referral, advocacy and support. The Neighbourhood Service is principal referral agency for Muswellbrook Shire: if you are not sure who can help you, the Neighbourhood Service can find someone who can. Operates Mon – Fri 9 am – 4 pm.	QE II Community Centre PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: mns@uhcs.org.au
NSW Ombudsman
NSW Ombudsman handles complaints about NSW government agencies or employees, or certain non - government service providers. For example, NSW Ombudsman can receive complaints about: NSW Police, local councils, correctional centres, child and family, disability, home and community care and other community services.	Level 24, 580 George St. Sydney NSW 2000 Freecall: 1800 451 524 Phone: 02 9286 1000 Fax: 02 9283 2911 Website: www.ombo.nsw.gov.au Email: nswombo@ombo.nsw.gov.au
TARS – The Aged-Care Rights Service
Community legal centre providing advocacy for residents of Commonwealth subsidised Nursing Homes and Hostels, and recipients of Community Aged Care and Extended Aged Care in the Home packages. Includes Older Persons’ Legal Service.	Phone: 1800 424 079 Website: www.tars.com.au
TIO - Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman
TIO is a free and independent service for people with problems with their telephone, mobile phone or internet service, including: billing errors, faults, breaches of privacy, poor customer service and disconnection. Firstly, contact your provider by phone or in writing. If you can not resolve your complaint with the service contact TIO.	P.O. Box 276, Collins Street West Melbourne, Victoria, 8007 Freecall: 1800 062 058 Freefax: 1800 630 614 Website: www.tio.com.au Email: nswombo@ombo.nsw.gov.au
TISSC – Telephone Information Services Standards Council
TISSC investigates complaints about message content and advertising of any telecommunication service with prefix 190.	Phone: 1300 139 955 Website: www.tissc.com.au
Women's Information and Referral Service (WIRS)
Confidential telephone contact point for women seeking information about organisations and services for women in NSW.	Phone: 1800 817 227 Website: www.women.nsw.gov.au
Workplace Authority
Phone: 1300 363 264 Website: www.workplaceauthority.gov.au
Workplace Ombudsman
Phone: 1300 724 200 Website: www.wo.gov.au

3. Children and Youth Services (Children)

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Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 1800 686 2686

Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 6543 4205

Ph: 6541 1866

Ph: 6541 3224

Ph: 6542 2050

Ph: 6547 3955

Ph: 6547 2355

Ph: 6541 3000

Ph: 1300 006 480

Ph: 6571 4384

Ph: 1300 227 464

Ph: 02 4939 4100

Ph: 6543 2637

Ph: 6541 3205

Phone: 6541 5946

Ph: 02 4958 8578

Ph: 1800 171 882

Ph: 6543 2737

Ph: 6541 1750

Ph: 0466 236 197

Ph: 0408 481 024

Ph: 6543 3566

Ph: 6540 1151

Ph: 6543 4877

Ph: 6542 2083

Aboriginal Family Worker
Primary focus on assisting new parents and families with children aged 0 – 8 years in a culturally appropriate way to enhance parents’ skills to improve educational, social and health outcomes for their children.	QE II Community Centre PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Email: afw@uhcs.org.au
Aboriginal Maternal and Infant Health Service
Phone: 6542 2751
Australian Breast Feeding Association - Upper Hunter Group (Formerly known as Nursing Mothers)
Operates a 24 hour-a-day 365 days-a-year helpline offering confidential and free counselling for mums when they need help. Locally, mums can contact nearest counsellor via numbers published in "Community Help" section of phone book p.6. Regular meetings and morning teas are held, and a Library available. Breast pump hire available.	Breastfeeding Helpline: 1800 686 26 86 Contact: Liz, Phone: 6545 1463 Website: www.breastfeeding.asn.au
Baby Capsule Rental C/o Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service
Baby capsules for medium term hire (also child’s car seat for short term rental).	QE II Community Centre Corner Bridge & Market Sts, P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au
Childcare - Muswellbrook Multi-care Childcare Centre
6 weeks – 6 years, 7.30 am – 5.45 pm	Skellatar St., P.O. Box 260 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4205 Fax: 6543 4209
Childcare - A B C Learning Centre
6 weeks – 6 years, 6.30am - 6.30pm	14 – 18 Brentwood St Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1866
Childcare - Tilly's Play and Development Centre
6 weeks – 6 years, 6.30 am – 6.30 pm	32 Bimbadeen Drive Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 3224
Child and Family Nursing Service
Monday 8.45am – 1pm & 2pm – 4.15pm appointment only Wednesday 8.45am – 1pm & 2pm – 2.45pm appointment only Thursday 8.45am - 12.30pm appointment only Thursday 9.30 - 11.30am drop in @ Hunter Park Family Centre, 58 Wollombi Rd. Friday 8.45am – 1pm & 2pm – 4.15pm appointment only Support to families during early childhood stages (0 – 8 years). Also offers a support group or loss of baby or miscarriage.	Muswellbrook District Hospital Weidmann Wing, Brentwood St., P.O. Box 120 Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 2050
Denman Child & Family Nursing Service
8.30am-12.30pm & 1.30-3pm Wed, for appointments	Denman Family Medical Centre 51 Ogilvie St., Denman Clinic day Ph: 6547 3955 Phone: 6542 2050
Denman Children’s Centre
Contact centre for enrolment packages and further information. (Mon-Fri 8.30am – 4.00pm)	At the Indoor Sports Centre, Ogilvie St., Denman Pre-school and Day Care Centre Phone: 6547 2355 Fax: 6547 2410 Email: dcc2@optusnet.com.au
Family InSight (formerly Hunter Home-Start
A home visiting service where volunteers offer practical support and friendship to families with children 0 – 5 years of age.	2 / 80 Brook St (cnr Sowerby St.) P.O. Box 221, Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 3000 Fax: 6541 3055 Website: Email: anne@familyinsight.org.au
Family Referral Service
FRS is an early intervention service as part of the Keep Them Safe strategy implemented through The Benevolent Society. FRS assists vulnerable children and families access appropriate local services.	C/o 180 - 182 Bridge St. Muswellbrook Civic Ave, Singleton 2330 Phone: 1300 006 480 Email: familyreferral@bensoc.org.au
Hunter Prelude
Early Intervention Centre for developmentally delayed and at-risk children 0 - 4 years. Home visiting program, individual and group sessions, physiotherapy, speech therapy and Occupational Therapy. Outreach to Upper Hunter every Monday by appointment.	P.O. Box 3001 Civic Ave, Singleton 2330 Phone: 6571 4384 Fax: 6572 4455
Karitane
Phone: 1300 227 464 Website: www.karitane.com.au
Life Points (Spastic Centre - formerly Kids in the Valley)
Occupational therapy, speech pathology and physiotherapy for children with significant / complex needs, who are unable to access other services. Service available Mon - Fri, 8.30am - 4.30pm for home visits, community and school outreach for the Singleton, Muswellbrook and Upper Hunter Shires.	18 Day St. East Maitland, 2323 Phone: 02 4939 4100 Referral Line for Parents, Phone: 1300 888 378 Fax: 02 4939 4120
Muswellbrook Pre-School
3 - 5 years olds. 9.00 am – 3.00 pm.	Hill Street P.O. Box 175, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2637 Fax: 6543 2506
Muswellbrook Out of School Hours Care - MOOSH
Care for children aged 5 - 12. Before school care 6.30-9.00am. After school care 3-6pm. Vacation care 7am-6pm. Pupil Free days 6.30am – 6.00pm. Occasional care available from $3.50 per hour. Free bus to Muswellbrook schools 8.45am. Breakfast and afternoon tea provided. Active after School Community Centre Monday, Wednesday and Fridays.	Bowman Park Community Centre, Skellatar St P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone/Fax: 6541 3205 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: moosh@uhcs.org.au
Peer Link (integratedliving)
Recreational activities during term and holidays for children aged 6 - 18 years with moderate – severe disabilities.	Overton House Overton Rd. Muswellbrook, 2333 Phone: 6541 5946
Playgroups - Playgroup Association of NSW Inc. (Hunter/ Central Coast)
PO Box 3311, Glendale, 2285 Phone: 02 4958 8578 Phone: 1800 171 882 Mobile: 0429 651 464 Website: www.playgroupaustralia.com.au Email: jmathews@playgroup.nsw.com.au
Baptists Church
Mums and Bubs Meets Tuesday morning 10.00 am – 12.00 noon Mother’s Group Meets Wednesday morning 10.00 am – 12.00 noon	Baptist Church, Sydney St. Contact: Emma, Phone: 6541 5778
Happy Campers
Meets every Thursday 10.30am – 12.30pm. Please call to enquire.	Stan Thiess Community Centre, Victoria Park, Hill St. Contact: Kylie, Phone: 6543 2737
Playtime @ Brookside
Baptist Church Hall, Sydney St. Meets Thursday morning 9.30 am - 11.00 am. Contact: Emma, Phone: 0413 032 508 And Meets Friday morning 9.30 am - 11.00 am. Contact: Carolyn, Phone: 0408 481 024
Poohbear Playgroup
Meets every Tuesday 10.00am – 12.00noon. Please call to enquire.	Bowman Park Community Centre, Skellatar St. Contact: Rebecca, Phone: 02 6541 3050
Trinity Playgroup
Meets every Tuesday 10.00am – 12.00noon. Please call to enquire.	Stan Thiess Community Centre, Victoria Park, Hill St. Contact: Sarah, Phone: 0466 236 197
Playtime @ Hunter Park Family Centre
Meets Thursday 10.00am – 12.00noon. Coincides with Child and Family Nurse in attendance for Community Health outreach.	Hunter Park Family Centre 58 Wollombi Rd. Contact: Janelle, Phone: 6543 3566
Tresillian
24 hr parents help line.	Phone: 1800 637 357 Website: www.tresillian.net
Upper Hunter Family Day Care
Registered carers provide care in registered home environment for children for 0 – 12 yrs in Muswellbrook and Upper Hunter Shires.	Administration Centre 135 Liverpool P.O. Box 208 Scone Phone: 6540 1151 Fax: 6545 3647 Email: uhfdc@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au
Upper Hunter Children's Mobile Outreach Service Inc. (Mobile Toy Box)
Provides playgroup activities for 0-6 years as an outreach service to isolated rural areas in the Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter shires.	Bowman Park Community Centre Skellatar St. PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4877 Fax: 6543 4877
Young Parent Support Worker
Able to offer counselling, pregnancy support, assistance with parenting strategies, advocacy, information and group programs to young parents and expectant parents (mums and dads) under the age of 25 years.	Upper Hunter Community Health Brentwood St. P.O.Box 120, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 2083 Phone: 6542 2050 Fax: 6542 2001

4. Children and Youth Services (Youth)

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Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 6541 3948

Ph: 6541 1434

Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 6543 4841

Ph: 1800 062 288

Aboriginal Young Person SAAP Project
Assists young indigenous persons (14yr 9mth - 18 years) who are homeless or who are at risk of being homeless. Service covers Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter Shires.	QE II Community Centre PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: ayw@uhcs.org.au
Hunter Valley Youth Express
Provides career and transition support & work placement for Year 11 & Year 12 students, along with school based apprenticeships and traineeships.	Shop 12, Brook St. Plaza Phone: 6541 3948 Fax: 6542 5684 Email: youthexpress1@maxnet.net.au
Legal Aid Youth Hot Line
Phone: 1800 10 18 10
Police & Citizen's Youth Club (PCYC)
Youth programs provided for youth aged 6 – 25 yrs. Involves activities like gym, boxing, tae kwon do, aerobics and homework centre. Services run from 8am – 8pm, Mon – Fri, 8am – 1pm Sat.	Cnr Carl St and Market Lane Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1434 Fax: 6541 1974 Email: muswellbrook@pcycnsw.org.au
Upper Hunter Youth Development Officer
Provides support to youth services and young people, and has a role in identifying the needs of the youth sector and developing appropriate strategies. Promotes positive perceptions of young people in the community.	QE II Community Centre Cnr Bridge & Market Sts PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: uhydo@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Youth Services Inc.
Provides a variety of services to youth (11 - 17 years). Supervised after school programme Tues – Fri: 3.00pm - 6.00pm Practical assistance to youth in crisis and referral to other services. Youth venue offering informal and structured activities and youth meeting place.	Muswellbrook Showground Maitland Rd. PO Box 628, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4841 Fax: 6542 5443 Email: uhys@bigpond.net.au
Youth Off The Streets (YOTS)
Medium to long term placement for young people aged between 12-16 yrs who are homeless and willing to continue with education and training.	28 Kayuga Rd Kayuga Intake and referral information, Phone: 1800 062 288 Community Support and Referrals, Phone: 02 9721 5725 Fax: 6542 5303 Website: www.youthoffthestreets.com.au Email: info@youthoffthestreets.com.au
Youth Accommodation Line
Phone: 1800 424 830

5. Community Services

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Community Restorative Centre (CRC)
Ph: 4961 4626
Community Technology Centre @ Denman
Ph: 6547 2799
Denman & District Development Association
Ph: 6547 2610
Financial Counselling
Ph: 0448 275 555
Hunter Park Family Centre
Ph: 6543 3566
Hunter Volunteer Centre
Ph: 02 4940 0077
Literacy and Numeracy
Ph: 6572 4029
MERIT Programme
Ph: 6543 2677
Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service
Ph: 6542 3555
Muswellbrook Shire Council Community Workers
Ph: 6549 3700
Northern Community Justice Centre
Ph: 1800 990 777
Upper Hunter Community Services Inc
Ph: 6542 3555
Upper Hunter Drug & Alcohol Service (UHDAS)
Ph: 6543 2677
Upper Hunter Family Support Service
Ph: 6542 3555

Community Restorative Centre (CRC)
AProvides information, referral, advocacy, counselling and support to the families of inmates and ex-inmates. Provides transitional support to inmates 2-3 months prior to their release, extending to up to 12 months post release, for inmates being released from Cessnock and St Heliers Correctional Centres. Covers Greater Hunter Region.	PO Box 749 Hamilton, NSW 2303 Phone: (02) 4961 4626 Fax: (02) 4961 4135 Intake Phone: (02) 9288 8700 Website: www.crcnsw.org.au
Community Technology Centre @ Denman
Public access computers, free access onto NSW Government web sites, individual and group classes, premises for hire. Accredited Visitors Information Services Centre.	Cnr Ogilvie & Palace St, Denman Phone: 6547 2799 Email: ctc@denmanonline.com
Denman & District Development Association
Operates Denman Neighbourhood Centre (and the Denman News), Mon- Fri.	Cnr Ogilvie & Palace St, Denman Phone: 6547 2610 Fax: 6547 2602 Website: www.visitdenman.com.au Email: dadda@denmandda.org.au Email: denmannews@denmanonline.com
Financial Counselling
A free service that assists individuals to look at options, develop personal money strategies and help negotiate with creditors. Appointments made by phone and sessions held at QEII Community Centre, Muswellbrook.	P O Box 467 Rutherford, 2320 Phone: 0448 275 555 Phone: 02 4932 9777 Fax: 02 4932 9766
Hunter Park Family Centre
A multi purpose outreach service providing access to services and support for families in South Muswellbrook. Outreach includes: Department of Housing, Early Childhood Nurse, Supported Playgroups, Speech Pathology. A venue for groups and activities.	58 Wollombi Rd PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 3566 Fax: 6541 5270 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: hpfc@uhcs.org.au
Hunter Volunteer Centre
Service matches volunteers with community organisations. Volunteer positions are advertised on website www.hvc.org.au. Covers entire Upper Hunter.	Level 3, 342 Hunter St, Newcastle Phone: 02 4940 0077 Fax: 02 4927 5588 Website: www.hvc.org.au Email: info@huntervolunteercentre.org.au
Literacy and Numeracy
Free reading, writing, spelling and maths classes for school leavers wanting to fill gaps in their education. Service covers the Upper Hunter area with tuition held in Muswellbrook at QEII Community Centre, Mondays 9.30 am - 12 noon. Contact College for details.	Singleton Community College 83 – 87 York St, Singleton 2330 Phone: 6572 4029 Fax: 6571 1552 Website: www.sincc.nsw.edu.au Email: acescc@bigpond.net.au
MERIT Programme
Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment. Magistrates program for some defendants with drug problems to undertake voluntary rehabilitation work as part of the bail process – Muswellbrook and Singleton Local courts. Worker available by appointment, contact service for details.	c/o UHDAS 93A Hill St P.O. Box 370, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2677 Fax: 6541 4004 E-mail: uhdas@bigpond.net.au
Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service
Service provides information, referral and advocacy. Emergency relief (vouchers), needle and syringe exchange, computer access, baby capsule and room hire. Supports community groups and initiatives.	QE II Community Centre PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: mns@uhcs.org.au
Muswellbrook Shire Council Community Workers
Muswellbrook Administration Centre PO Box 122, Muswellbrook Phone: 6549 3700 Fax: 6549 3701 Website: www.muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au Email: council@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au
Northern Community Justice Centre
Free mediation and conflict management service for all the community. Suitable disputes include: Neighbours, Families, Business, Civil and Small Claims matters, Workplace, Incorporated Associations, between and within Communities and Associations. Mediation available at Muswellbrook, Singleton and Scone.	Crn Church and Bolton St. Newcastle 2300 Phone: 1800 990 777 Phone: 02 4925 0333 Fax: 02 4925 0308 Website: www.cjc.nsw.gov.au Email: cjc_northern@agd.nsw.gov.au
Upper Hunter Community Services Inc
Umbrella organisation to several community projects operating out of the QE II Community Centre, Muswellbrook.	QE II Community Centre P.O. Box 231 Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: admin@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Drug & Alcohol Service
Provides a range of drug and alcohol prevention and treatment services. Individual counselling, assessment and referral. Support for those affected by other’s D&A use. Information, education and health promotion, including HIV, AIDS and Hep C. Community awareness of D&A promoted. Pharmacotherapy Treatment and MERIT programmes. Based in Muswellbrook, outreach services on request throughout Upper Hunter. Open 8am – 4.30pm Monday -Thursday. Based in Muswellbrook, outreach services on request throughout Upper Hunter.	93A Hill St P.O. Box 370, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2677 Fax: 6541 4004 Email: admin@uhdas.org.au
Upper Hunter Family Support Service
Offers assistance to families who may be experiencing difficulties. Any family member can use the service, male or female, mothers, fathers, grandparents or extended family. Service provides home visits and centre-based individual and/or group sessions. Support may include: practical and personal support, advocacy, parenting strategies, information and referral, education, court support, financial information, group work, and assistance with other services, eg: Centrelink, Dept. of Housing, DoCS, Schools, Real Estate Agents.	QE II Community Centre P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au

6. Counselling Services

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Ph: 6542 5300

Ph: 1800 422 599

Ph: 02 4926 1688

Ph: 1300 224 636

Ph: 02 4979 1172

Ph: 0401 857 936

Ph: 1800 100 500

Ph: 1800 656 463

Ph: 1300 352 000

Ph: 1800 050 321

Ph: 02 4932 9777

Ph: 02 4990 4507

Ph: 1800 858 858

Ph: 1800 803 990

Ph: 6572 2941

Ph: 1300 736 966

Ph: 1800 551 800

Ph: 13 11 14

Ph: 02 4940 2000

Ph: 1300 789 978

Ph: 1800 201 123

Ph: 1800 227 772

Ph: 0406 021 057

Ph: 02 4926 5005

Ph: 1300 301 300

Ph: 1300 364 277

Ph: 1800 424 017

Ph: 1300 363 622

Ph: 1800 18 72 63

Ph: 6542 9125

Ph: 1800 642 357

Ph: 6542 2083

Ph: 6542 1105

Ph: 6543 2677

Adolescent & Family Counsellor
Free service for youth (12 - 17 years) in Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter shires.	QE II Community Centre, Cnr Bridge & Market Sts., P.O. Box 327, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 5300
Alcohol &Drug Information Services (ADIS)
24 hr/ 7 day confidential telephone information, advice and counselling service for people with problems related to drugs and alcohol; and their friends and family members.	Phone: 1800 422 599
AusPsych
Service available Muswellbrook and Scone. A doctors referral can facilitate free consultation to service. Ask your GP. Funded under Better Outcomes for Mental Health, as part of Medicare funded Allied Health Service.	Phone: 02 4926 1688
Beyond Blue
Phone: 1300 224 636 Website: www.beyondblue.org.au
Catholicare
Marriage, family and relationship counselling and all personal counselling.	882 Hunter St. Newcastle West Phone: 02 4979 1172
C.R. Clinical Clayton Rogers - Psychologist
Funded by Medicare under Better Outcomes for Mental Health. Outreach every Friday at QE11 Community Centre. Or call for alternative consultation time. Outreach in Scone.	P.O.Box 686 Scone, 2337 Phone: 0401 857 936 Fax: 6545 2768
Dementia Help Line
Phone: 1800 100 500 Website: www.alzheimers.org.au
Domestic Violence Line
Phone: 1800 656 463
Family Court Counselling Service
Level 2/ 61 Bolton St, GPO Box 9991, Newcastle Phone: 02 4926 1255 National Enquiry Centre: 1300 352 000 Fax: 02 4926 4804
Family Relationship Centre
Service aims to: strengthen family relationships. help families stay together. assist families during separation. Service is registered family dispute resolution provider. Outreach to QE11 Community Centre Muswellbrook, ph 6542 3555.	495 Hunter St., Newcastle. Phone: 02 4016 0566 Advice Line: 1800 050 321 Fax: 02 4016 0567 Website: www.familyrelationships.gov.au Email: info@newcastlefrc.org.au
Financial Counselling
A free service that assists individuals to look at options.	Phone: 02 4932 9777 Phone: 0448 275 555
Gambling Counselling
A free service provided by Cessnock Family Support and held at QE11 Community Centre, Muswellbrook once a month. Appointments are necessary.	Phone: 02 4990 4507
Gambling - Line, Help Line
Crisis counselling, information and referral for gamblers and their families.	Phone: 1800 858 858
Hep C Help Line
Phone: 1800 803 990 Website: www.hepatitisc.org.au
Hunter Gambling Counselling Service
Counselling for anyone affected by gambling. Individual Counselling – face to face; Couples Counselling; Family Counselling; Assessment; Advocacy & Referral.	5 / 81 John Street, Singleton Phone: 02 6572 2941 Fax: 02 6572 2941
Interrelate Family Centre
Visiting service at QE11 Community Centre, Muswellbrook, every Thursday. Specialist male specific counselling. Plus offering general counselling and relationship counselling. Also, anger management and past separation parenting programs.	Phone: 1300 736 966 Phone: (02) 4957 8888 Fax: (02) 4957 8886 Website: www.interrelate.org.au
Kids Help Line
24 hr/ 7 day telephone counselling for children and young people aged 5 – 25 yrs. Online counselling available Mon – Fri, 3pm – 9pm and Sat - Sun 10am – 5pm via website.	Phone: 1800 551 800 Website: www.kidshelp.com.au
Lifeline
Financial & Personal Counsellor	Phone: 131 114 Phone: 4940 2000 Website: www.lifeline.org.au
Mensline
Phone: 1300 789 978 Website: www.menslineaus.org.au
Mental Health Support Line
Phone: 1800 201 123
Missing Persons Unit
NSW Attorney Generals Department. Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm Counselling for family and friends of missing people	Phone: 1800 227 772
National Association for Loss and Grief (Nalag)
Provides information, referral, support and education for people affected by grief.	Phone: 02 6882 9222 Grief Support Line: 0406 021 057 Website: www.nalag.org.au Email: info@nalag.org.au
Newpsych
Fee for Service, consultation in Newcastle.	Phone: 02 4926 5005 Website: www.newpsych.com.au Email: reception@newpsych.com.au
Parentline
Phone: 1300 301 300 Website: www.parentline.com.au
Rape Crisis Centre
Phone: 1800 424 017 Website: www.nswrapecrisis.com.au
Relationships Australia
Phone: 1300 364 277 Website: www.relationships.com.au
Rural Mental Health Support Line
Can provide help in an immediate crisis or help with referral to local specialist services.	Phone: 1800 201 123
Salvo Care Line
Phone: 1300 363 622 Website: www.salvos.org.au
SANE Australia
Phone: 1800 18 72 63 Website: www.sane.org
Sexual Assault Unit - Counselling
The Upper Hunter Sexual Assault Unit offers counselling for children and adults who have been sexually assaulted. Support for families and carers, and court support is offered. The Unit also provides information concerning sexual assault to the wider community.	Community Health PO Box 120, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 9125 Phone: 6542 2050 Fax: 6542 2001 Email: upperhuntersas@health.gov.au
Sexual Assault Unit – Counselling – Newcastle
Phone: 02 4924 6333
Sexual Assault Crisis Line
Phone: 1800 642 357
Social Work Service
Generalist counselling service to individuals, couples, families & groups (including marital, grief and loss, domestic violence, post natal depression).	Community Health, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 2083 or: 6542 2050
TAFE Counsellor
Providing course and career information to general community. Working with enrolled students in: course and career information; educational problems; personal problems	Hunter Institute of TAFE, Muswellbrook Campus Phone: 6542 1105
Upper Hunter Drug & Alcohol Services Inc.
Provides a range of drug and alcohol prevention and treatment services. Individual counselling, assessment and referral. Support for those affected by other’s D&A use. Information, education and health promotion, including HIV, AIDS and Hep C. Methadone and MERIT programmes. Based in Muswellbrook, outreach services on request throughout Upper Hunter. Open 8am – 4.30pm Monday - Thursday.	93 A Hill St P.O. Box 370 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2677 Fax: 6541 4004 Email: uhdas@bigpond.net.au
Upper Hunter Rural Counselling Service (Financial)
Phone: 6545 3544

7. Crisis Accommodation

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Muswellbrook Women's and Children's Refuge
Phone: 6543 4277
Domestic Violence Line
Ph: 1800 656 463
Upper Hunter Crisis Accommodation
Phone: 6542 3555
Housing NSW Rent Start (Temporary Accommodation)
Ph: 1300 305 667
Housing After Hours Temporary Accommodation Line
Ph: 1800 152 152
Homeless Persons Information Centre
Ph: 1800 234 566
Yfoundations (Youth Accommodation Line)
Ph: 1800 424 830

Muswellbrook Women’s and Children’s Refuge (Nydia's Place)
Resource Line: Phone: 6543 1819 (office hours: 9 am – 5.30 pm Mon - Fri only) Crisis accommodation and support to women with or without children who are escaping domestic violence. 24 hour service for the Upper Hunter. The service also offers information, referral, domestic violence support group and court support to women who do not need accommodation. The Refuge also offers outreach information and education to rural communities and schools.	P.O. Box 250 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4277 Fax: 6542 5788 Email: refuge@bigpond.net.au
Domestic Violence Line
Phone: 1800 656 463
Upper Hunter Crisis Accommodation Service
Assistance into short term accommodation for people who are homeless. Also offer support and advocacy. Rent and bond assistance. Covering the Upper Hunter Area. Office open Monday – Thursday 9.00 am – 4.00 pm & Friday 10.00 am – 2.00 pm. For out of Hours assistance please contact the Police.	QE II Community Centre Corner Bridge & Market Streets PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: CrisisSupport@uhcs.org.au
Housing N.S.W. Application for Rent Start (Temporary Accommodation)
Request Application by phoning: 1300 305 667 Complete Application and fax to: 1800 007 889 Operates: 8.30am – 5.00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. And 1.00pm – 5.00pm Wednesday.	Website: www.housing.nsw.gov.au
Housing N.S.W. After Hours Temporary Accommodation Line
Mon – Fri: 4.30pm – 10pm, Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 10am – 10pm	Phone: 1800 152 152
Homeless Persons Information Centre
Phone: 1800 234 566
Yfoundations (formerly Youth Accommodation Line)
Phone: 1800 424 830	Website: www.yaa.com.au

8. Disability Services

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Ph: 6542 1002

Ph: 6543 2222

Ph: 6541 7050

Phone: 6542 5480

Ph: 1300 731 556

Ph: 1800 052 222

Ph: 1300 365 085

Ph: 6542 1001

Ph: 6543 8301

Ph: 6545 9212

Ph: 6576 0200

Ph: 1800 666 611

Ph: 02 4939 4100

Ph: 02 4914 5999

Ph: 02 4931 3100

Ph: 4932 8599

Ph: 02 4909 3010

Ph: 6543 1033

Ph: 1800 555 660 TTY: 1800 555 630

Ph: 6541 5946

Ph: 02 4922 1523

Ph: 6545 3113

Ph: 6542 2086

Ageing, Disability & Home Care
ADHC - Local Support Coordination provides personal and flexible long-term support to people with any kind of disability from ages 0-65 who reside in the community.	Commercial Centre, Market Lane Phone: 6542 1002 Fax: 6542 1099
Challenge Disability Services – Koora Industries
Internal and external training for future employment; supported employment for people with a disability receiving DSP.	Cnr Common Rd & Industrial Close P.O. Box 268, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2222 Fax: 6541 1100 Website: www.challserv.org.au Email: koora@challserv.org.au
CDS Training and Employment – Hunter (Challenge Employment)
Provides services in: training, job search, job support for people with mild intellectual, physical or sensory disability.	Unit 1 / 77 Bridge St. P.O. Box 268 Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 7050 Fax: 6542 5551 Email: annette@challserv.org.au
Challenge Muswellbrook – Hunter Day Program
Provider for people with disabilities. Including: community participation, transition to work, post school options and day programs.	11-13 Rutherford Rd. P.O. Box 268, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 5480 Fax: 6542 5675 Email: maxine.smith@challserv.org.au
Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre
1800 052 222 - for all information about what services are available and appropriate. available 24 hrs/ 7 days for all out of hours emergency respite. Can provide short term and emergency carer respite services for young people with a disability, mentally ill and frail aged. Currently has funding to assist working carers and young carers. Provides information and referral service for frail aged and those with a disability.	PO Box 385, Wallsend NSW 2287 Phone: 1800 052 222 Fax: 02 4924 6092
Community Care Access Point
For direct referrals to all HACC services	Phone: 1300 731 556
Disability Advocacy Service Hunter Inc.
Can provide direct advocacy to individuals, negotiate with organisations, link individuals to relevant services and support individuals taking formal action on matters relating to discrimination. Service is for people with: intellectual, neurological, physical, psychiatric or sensory disability, or a brain injury, and their family or carers.	Suite 3, Level 1, 408 King St Newcastle West N.S.W 2302 Phone: 1300 365 085 Phone: 02 4927 0111 Fax: 02 4927 0114 Website: www.da.org.au Email: da@da.org.au
Home Care Service of NSW
Provision of core services (housekeeping, personal care, respite care) for frail aged people, people with disabilities and their carers.	Maitland Rd, Muswellbrook P.O. Box 4, Muswellbrook. Phone: 6543 2906 Referral Phone: 1800 350 792
Guardianship Tribunal
Phone: 1800 463 928
Home Care Service of NSW
Provision of core services (housekeeping, personal care, respite care) for frail aged people, people with disabilities and their carers.	Maitland Rd, Muswellbrook PO Box 4, Muswellbrook. Phone: 6543 2906 Referral Phone: 1300 731 556
Horse Riding for the Disabled
McCully's Gap Road P.O. Box 731, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 8301
Hunter Brain Injury Respite Options (B.I.R.O.)
Offers community & in-house respite (Newcastle) to consumers of the service.	P.O. Box 155, Scone Phone: 6545 9212 Mobile: 0413 806 488 Email: uhbiro@eftel.com.au
Intellectual Disability Rights Service
Community legal centre for people with intellectual disability. Promotes legal rights.	Phone: 1800 666 611 Website: www.idrs.org.au Email: info@idrs.org.au
integratedliving (formerly Hunter Integrated Care Incorporated)
P.O. Box 637 Muswellbrook, 2333 Phone: 6576 0200 Intake: 1300 782 896 Email: mail@integratedliving.org.au Email: intake@integratedliving.org.au
Leap Frog Ability Inc. (formerly Life Activities)
Enables people who have a disability, or are disadvantaged, to improve their quality of life by focussing on: enhancing a person’s life skills, support networks and living environment. Programs include: Flexible Support Options – to assist people with disability, their families and carers, who are not in supported accommodation remain in their own homes and live independently. Can also assist with: short term relief, respite, counselling, living skills. Focus on people with disability cared for by older parents and people with complex health and disability needs.	37 Fern St. P.O. Box 96, Islington, 2296 Phone: 02 4979 7777 Fax: 02 4940 0048 Website: www.leapfrog.org.au Email: admin@leapfrog.org.au
Life Points (Spastic Centre formerly Kids in the Valley)
Occupational therapy, speech pathology and physiotherapy for children with significant/ complex needs, who are unable to access other services.	18 Day St. East Maitland, 2323 Phone: 02 4939 4100 Referral Line for Parents: 1300 888 378 Fax: 02 4939 4120
Mai-Wel Group
Provides community access and day care for adults with disabilities, living at home & not using other services. Also: outreach accommodation service and employment support.	115A South St, Telarah, 2320 P.O.Box 835, Maitland, 2320 Phone: 02 4932 8599 Fax: 02 4932 4286 Website: www.maiwel.com.au Email: maiwel@maiwel.com.au
Mai-Wel Group
Provides community access and day care for adults with disabilities, living at home & not using other services. Also: outreach accommodation service and employment support.	115A South St, Telarah, 2320 P.O. Box 835, Maitland, 2320 Phone: 02 4932 8599 Fax: 02 4932 4286 E-mail: maiwel@maiwel.com.au
Mari Ma ATSI Community Options Program
Brokerage service for ATSI complex high needs clients. Including the younger disabled.	Phone: 02 4909 3010
Muswellbrook High School Support Unit
Education, life and leisure skills for high school age students with disabilities.	Phone: 6543 1033
National Relay Service
Phone: 1800 555 660 TTY: 1800 555 630 Website: www.relayservice.com.au
Peer Link (integratedliving)
Recreational activities during term and holidays for children aged 6 -18 years with mild to moderate disabilities.	Overton House Overton Rd. Muswellbrook, 2333 Phone: 6541 5946 Intake: 1300 731 556 Fax: 6541 5946
Office of the Protective Commissioner
Phone: 1300 360 466
Samaritans - Enhanced Living Option
Provides a group home for adults with intellectual disabilities with 24 hour care. Can also provide outreach support for adults with intellectual disabilities to live in their own homes.	Phone: 02 4922 1523
TransCare
Neighbour Aid Community & Individual transport Telecare.	P.O. Box 455, Scone Phone: 6545 3113 Toll Free: 1800 453 113 Fax: 6545 3855 Website: www.transcare.org.au Email: enquiries@transcare.org.au
Upper Hunter Home Maintenance & Modification
Enables people to live in their own homes by modifying existing dwellings. Assistance available to person with a disability or who cares for another with a disability.	Muswellbrook Community Health Weidmann Wing, Brentwood St Phone: 6542 2086 Fax: 6542 2002

9. Emergency Relief Services

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Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 6543 2659

Ph: 8230 3028

Ph: 6548 3092

Ph: 6543 3592

Ph: 6542 5852

Ph: 1800 655 085

Ph: 02 4939 2900

Emergency Relief Programme
Short term emergency financial assistance through voucher system. Enables wide ranging assistance for food, power accounts, Telstra home line account. For residents of Muswellbrook Shire and clients of Upper Hunter Community Services.	QE II Community Centre Corner Bridge & Market Streets PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643
St Vincent de Paul
Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm. Emergency food assistance and assistance with payment of electricity and Telstra accounts in emergency situations. Sell second hand goods.	174 Bridge Street Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2659 Phone (Scone): 8230 3028 Phone (Merriwa): 6548 3092
St Albans Ministry Service (SAMS)
Monday – Friday 9 am – 3 pm for assistance with food hampers. Recycled clothing available, Coffee Lounge, Pastoral Care, Mixed Martial Arts Community Program.	Bridge Street Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 3592
Lifeline (Op Shop)
Second hand clothing and some household goods. Also act as referral point for Lifeline’s Singleton and Upper Hunter personal and financial counselling. Monday-Friday 9am-3pm.	Market Lane, Muswellbrook Phone/ Fax: 6542 5852

10. Other Important Contact Information

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Essential Services
Transport
Health Services
Education
Government Representatives
Media
Muswellbrook Shire Council
Commercial Accommodation
Churches & Religious Organisations
Service & Social Clubs
Recreation: Arts, Craft & Special Interests
Recreation - Youth
Recreation - Sport
Accommodation - Denman
Churches - Denman
Education - Denman
Health Services - Denman
Muswellbrook Shire Council - Denman
Recreation - Denman
Service Clubs - Denman
Halls/ Venues For Meetings
Essential Services
Energy Australia
General Enquiries Power failure and emergencies	Phone: 13 15 35 Phone: 13 13 88
ELGAS
All hours	Phone: 13 11 61 Website: www.elgas.com.au
Fire & Rescue NSW
Market St, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 2846
Garbage Collection Service – waste management facility
Phone: 6542 5706
Police
Muswellbrook Police Station 26 William St	Phone: 6542 6999
State Emergency Service
Headquarters located behind the Muswellbrook Library, Bridge St, Muswellbrook	Urgent SES Phone: 13 25 00 General enquiries Phone: 6541 2555 Duty Officer Phone: 0429 463 352 Fax: 6543 3433 Website: www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Muswellbrook Veterinary Hospital
14 Aberdeen Street, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2000
All Pet Vet Services
47 Maitland St PO Box 593, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 1555
The Barn Veterinary Services
Commercial Centre, Market Lane Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1888
Denman Veterinary Clinic
26 Ogilvie St, Denman	Phone: 6547 2222
National De-Sexing Network
Low income pet de-sexing	Phone: 1300 368 992 Website: www.ndn.org.au
Transport
Bus Service
Offers Muswellbrook Town service, charter and school buses (also available to public). Contact depot for timetables and details.	Reg Osborn Pty. Ltd. Maitland St, Muswellbrook P.O. Box 727 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 1271 Phone: 6543 3041 Fax: 6543 4964
Health Transport Unit
part of Hunter New England Health	Phone: 1800 660 361
State Rail Authority
Muswellbrook Railway Station Market St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2045 Fax: 6542 3805
City Rail
Phone: 13 15 00
Country Link
Phone: 13 22 32
Taxi Cabs
Muswellbrook Taxi 45 Maitland St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2700 Fax: 6543 2243
Taxi Transport Subsidy Scheme
Provides half rate subsidy to residents who are unable to use public transport because of a qualifying severe and permanent disability.	Phone: 1800 623 724
TransCare Hunter Ltd
Community Transport – Variety of bus services connecting Muswellbrook, Denman, Murrurundi, Merriwa and Scone. Timetables available. Individual transport service to enable access to medical, social and shopping trips for transport disadvantaged people. Cost based on distance travelled and circumstances.	Kelly St PO Box 455 Scone Toll Free – Phone: 1800 453 113 Phone: 6545 3113 Fax: 6545 3855 Email: enquiries@transcare.org.au
Further Transport Information is available in the booklet, “TRANSPORT OPTIONS”, compiled by George Souris MP, Upper Hunter Electorate Office, 20 Bridge St., Muswellbrook
Health Services
Ambulance
Muswellbrook Ambulance Station Market St, Muswellbrook	Phone: 13 12 33 Fax: 6542 1380
Muswellbrook Chiropractic Centre
11 Hunter Terrace, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6542 5099 Fax: 6571 1320
Wellness Chiropractic
1 Market St. P O Box 605, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 4880 Fax: 6543 3567
Dental Clinic
Muswellbrook Public School Roger Street Hours 8.30am - 5pm ( Monday - Friday )	Phone/ Fax: 6543 3731
Dentist: M. R. Campbell
80 Brook St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1717 Fax: 6542 5955
Dentist: Paul D O’Neill
6 Maitland St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 1005 Fax: 6541 1157
Dentist: G Sutton
81 Sydney St., Muswellbrook	Phone/ Fax: 6543 2084
Muswellbrook Denture Clinic (John Belfield)
4 Market St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1987
Family Planning Association
15-19 Queen St., Cooks Hill, 2300 Phone: 1300 658 886 Phone: 02 4929 4485 Website: www.fpnsw.org.au
Harm Minimisation Program (formerly Needle & Syringe Exchange)
Phone: 02 4016 4519
HIV/ AIDS
Immunology and Infectious Disease Unit Outreach Programme: John Hunter Hospital Locked Bag 1 New Lambton 2305	Phone: 02 4921 3000 Fax: 02 4921 4770
Hospital
Muswellbrook District Hospital Brentwood St., P O Box 120 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6542 2000 Fax: 6542 2002
Hunter Gynaecological Centre
Phone: 02 4962 4999
Hunter Oral Health Service (free dental service)
Phone: 1300 720 023
Hunter Rural Division of General Practice
Phone: 1800 226 371 Website: www.hrdgp.org.au
Lambton Rd. Day Surgery
Phone: 02 4957 5669
Medical Centre
Brook Medical Centre 64 Brook St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1222
Optometrist: Eyecare Optical Service
51 Bridge St. Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 3143 Fax: 6542 5241
Optometrist: Aaron Henry Optometrist
Muswellbrook Marketplace	Phone: 6541 3998 Fax: 6541 2998
Vision Care
New South Wales Government Spectacle Program. Means-tested free spectacle program. Phone for details, or apply at optometrists.	Phone: 1800 806 851
Poisons Information Centre
Phone: 13 11 26
Tai Chi
Contact: Pat Collins	Phone: 6543 3337
Total Health and Education Centre (THE Centre)
Complete range of natural therapist available, including: Herbal Medicine, Iridology, Reflexology, Hypnotherapy, Bush Flower Essences, Massage Therapist, Bowen Therapists, Totality, Kineisiologist, Weight Loss Program, Podiatrist & Reiki. Some Health Fund Rebates apply. Full range of Health Products also available, including: Organic Food, Medicinal and Cosmetic Herbal Products, Essential Oils, Supplements, Tinctures, Teas, Ointments and Lotions. Courses, Workshops, Books and Tuition.	196 Bridge St., Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1884 Phone: 6541 0011 Fax: 6541 4046 Website: www.thecentrewebsite.com Email: p.collins@hunterlink.net.au
St John Ambulance (first aid courses)
Phone: 1300 360 455
Education
Primary School: Muswellbrook Christian School
30 Sowerby St, P.O. Box 924, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1114 Fax: 6543 1114 Email: school@muswellbrookchristianschool.nsw.edu.au www.muswellbrookchristianschool.nsw.edu.au
Primary School: Muswellbrook Public School
Roger St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2289 Fax: 6543 3378 Email: muswellbro-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Primary School: Muswellbrook South Public School
57 Maitland St., Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1896 Fax: 6543 3475 Email: muswellbrs-p.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Primary School: St. James’ Primary School
Skellatar Stock Route, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 3094 Fax: 6543 2297
High School: Muswellbrook High School
King Street, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1033 Fax: 6543 3927 Email: muswellbro-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
TAFE Muswellbrook Campus
59 Maitland Street PO Box 375, Muswellbrook	Phone: 06542 110 Fax: 6543 4865
Literacy and Numeracy - Singleton Community College
Free reading, writing, spelling and maths classes for school leavers wanting to fill gaps in their education. Service covers the Upper Hunter area with tuition held in Muswellbrook. Contact College for times and venue.	83-87 York St., PO Box 599, Singleton 2330 Phone: 6572 4029 Fax: 6571 1552
Conservatorium of Music
Service provides private music tuition, for any instrument for learners of all ages. Early childhood programs, preparations for Eisteddfod, access to State-wide programs, and band programs for schools also available. Service covers the Upper Hunter area.	8 Sowerby St, Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 4888 Fax: 6541 4999 Website: www.uhcm.com.au Email:
Government Representatives
Member for Upper Hunter – State
Hon George Souris, MP 20 Bridge St., P.O. Box 493, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1065 Fax: 6543 1416 Email: upperhunter@parliament.nsw.gov.au
Member for Hunter - Federal
Mr Joel Fitzgibbon, MP 3 Edward Street, PO Box 526, Cessnock, 2325	Phone: 1300 301 753 Phone: 02 4991 1022 Fax: 02 4991 2322 Website: www.joelfitzgibbon.com
Parliament House: RG 50 Parliament House
CANBERRA ACT 2600	Phone: 02 6277 4083 Fax: 02 6277 2309 Email: J.Fitzgibbon.MP@aph.gov.au
Media
The Hunter Valley News/ The Muswellbrook Chronicle
Commercial Centre, Market Lane P.O. Box 75, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 3011 Fax: 6543 4782 Email: editor.muschronicle@ruralpress.com
Radio Station 2NM/ Power FM
100 Bridge St., P.O. Box 600, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1588 Fax: 6543 2360 Email: reception.hunter@powerfm.com.au
ABC Radio
36 Brook St. P.O. Box 400, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6542 2811 Newsroom: 6542 2830 Fax: 6542 2899 Email: pritchard.michael@abc.net.au
Muswellbrook Shire Council
The Muswellbrook Shire Council Administration Centre
Situated off the New England Highway on the south entrance to Muswellbrook.	PO Box 122, Muswellbrook 2333 Phone: 6549 3700 Fax: 6549 3701 Website: www.muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au Email: council@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au
Emergency/after hours calls 4.30pm – 9.00am, All Services
Phone: 6549 3700
Councillors
Martin Rush (Mayor) Jeff Drayton (Deputy Mayor) Ray Butchard Jennifer Lecky Malcolm Ogg Christine Phelps Karen Portolan Janelle Risby Gary Serhan Michael Valantine Stephen Ward Brett Woodruff	Phone: 6549 3700 Phone: 6543 5187 Phone: 6541 2717 Phone: 6542 5792 Phone: 6543 4583 Phone: 6547 8011 Phone: 0407 003 025 Phone: 6541 0058 Phone: 6541 1116 Phone: 6547 1100 Phone: 6547 2315 Phone: 6547 2811
Senior Staff
General Manager Director of Community Infrastructure Director of Corporate & Community Services Director of Environmental Services Transport and Drainage Manager Water & Waste Manager Economic Development Officer	Phone: 6549 3706 Phone: 6549 3750 Phone: 6549 3710 Phone: 6549 3770 Phone: 6549 3715 Phone: 6549 3837 Phone: 6549 3730
Community Workers
Sharyn /Kim /Amanda	Phone: 6549 3700
Animal Shelter
Skellatar Stock Route, Muswellbrook Monday-Friday 11am-1pm	Phone: 6549 3858
Muswellbrook Library
Monday - Wednesday 10.30am - 5.30pm Thursday 10.30am - 8.00pm Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 9.00am - 12noon Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm	126 Bridge St., Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 1913 Fax: 6543 1325 Email: library@uhrl.nsw.gov.au Email: Muswellbrook@uhrl.nsw.gov.au
Denman Library
Monday 10.00am - 12 noon & 2.00 - 5.00pm Tuesday – Wednesday 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Friday 10.00am - 1.00pm & 2.00 - 5.00pm Saturday 9.00 am - 12 noon	Cnr Ogilvie & Palace St., Denman Phone: 6547 2208 Email: denman@uhrl.nsw.gov.au
Long Description (Heading)
Tuesday - Friday 10.00am - 5.00pm Saturday 10.00am - 1.00pm Sunday 2.00pm - 5.00pm	Cnr Bridge St. and Market St., Muswellbrook Phone: 6549 3880 Website: Email: arts.centre@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au
Muswellbrook Swimming Pool (White Memorial Leisure Centre)
Spring, Summer, Autumn: Mon - Fri 6am - 7pm Sat 9am – 5pm Sun 10am - 5pm Winter: (Indoor pool only) Mon – Fri 6am - 7pm Sat 9am – 5pm Sun 10am – 5pm Opening times are subject to change, please check with pool staff for current operating times.	Wilkinson Avenue, Muswellbrook Phone/ Fax: 6541 2999
Commercial Accommodation
Caravan Park: Pinaroo Leisure Park
New England Highway, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 3905 Fax: 6541 3100
Caravan Park: Riverside Cabin & Van Park
Mill Street, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 2535
Hotels
Eaton’s Hotel 188 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Hotel 46 Market Street, Muswellbrook Prince of Wales Tavern 36 Sydney St, Muswellbrook Railway Hotel Market Street, Muswellbrook Royal Hotel 12 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook Shamrock Hotel 30 William Street, Muswellbrook Valley Hotel Motel 33 Sydney Street, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2403 Fax: 6541 1528 Phone: 6543 1045 Phone: 6543 1024 Phone: 6543 1061 Phone: 6543 1070 Fax: 6543 1076 Phone: 6543 1613 Fax: 6543 1613 Phone: 6543 1093 Fax: 6543 3883
Motels
Baybrook Motor Inn & Apartments New England Highway Muswellbrook Noah’s In The Valley 91 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook Centabrook Motor Inn 105-111 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook John Hunter Motel 91 - 93 Maitland Road PO Box 587, Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Motor Inn 24 Maitland St, Muswellbrook Red Cedar Motel 12 Maitland Street, Muswellbrook Hermitage Motel 62 New England Highway, Muswellbrook Valley Hotel Motel 33 Sydney Street, Muswellbrook Wayfarer Motel 124 New England Highway, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 4888 Fax: 6541 1029 Phone: 6543 2833 Fax: 6543 2170 Phone: 6543 3444 Fax: 6541 1120 Phone: 6543 4477 Fax: 6543 4962 Phone: 6543 1531 Fax: 6543 3480 Phone/ Fax: 6543 2852 Phone: 6543 1188 Fax: 6543 1486 Phone: 6543 1093 Fax: 6543 3883 Phone: 6541 1744 Fax: 6543 4655
Tourist Information
Muswellbrook Visitors Centre Open every day 9.00 am - 5.00 pm	87 Hill St., Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 4050 Fax: 6541 4051 Website: www.muswellbrook.org.au Email: visitorcentre@muswellbrook.org.au
Churches & Religious Organisations
Anglican Church (St. Alban’s)
19 Brook St., Muswellbrook Rev Canon Brian Gibbs P O Box 125, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 2713 (Rectory) Fax: 6541 2715
Bahai Community of Muswellbrook
Contact: Gabrielle	Phone: 6541 0009
Baptist Church
Pastor: Mathew Ortiger 77-79 Sydney St., Muswellbrook P.O. Box 316 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 4094 Mobile: 0401 373 812 Website: www.brookside.org.au
Christian Outreach Centre
Services currently held at Seventh Day Adventist Church @ Bell St	P.O. Box 273 Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1817
Jehovah’s Witnesses Congregation
80 Sandy Creek Road, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 7736
Presbyterian Church (St. John’s)
Hill St, Muswellbrook PO Box 712, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 1721 (Manse)
Roman Catholic Church (St. James)
Brook St., Muswellbrook P.O. Box 35, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1167 Fax: 6541 3365
Seventh Day Adventist Church
Bell Street, Muswellbrook Contact: Assistant	Phone: 6543 7753
Uniting Church in Australia (Trinity)
Bridge St, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1168 Fax: 6543 1168
Service & Social Clubs
Apex Club
PO Box 115, Muswellbrook	Contact: Tim, Phone: 0418 461 772
Country Women’s Association (CWA)
Contact: Mary PO Box 210, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2264
Legacy
Contact: Wayne	Phone: 0427 411 213 Email: smith1@optusnet.com.au
Lions Club
Contact: Secretary - Harry PO Box 167 Muswellbrook	Phone: 0417 424 887
Lioness Club
Contact: Carol PO Box 232 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2182
Masonic Lodge
Contact: Wayne PO Box 102 Muswellbrook	Phone: 0427 411 213 Email: smith1@optusnet.com.au
Native Animal Trust Fund
Contact: Elizabeth	Phone: 6574 5370
Probus Club
Contact: John (President)	Phone: 6543 4240
Red Cross Association
Contact: Di PO Box 642, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 2892
Rotary Club
Contact: Chris (President) PO Box 107, Muswellbrook	Phone: 0417 404 782 Phone: 6541 6309 (w)
View Club: Day Club
Contact: Judy (Secretary) PO Box 422, Muswellbrook	Phone: 0447 321 509
View Club: Evening Club
Contact: Jo (President) PO Box 870, Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 1915
Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Inc)
Contact: Lorraine Skinner, Secretary P.O. Box 683 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 1285 Fax: 6541 1285 Mobile: 0429 329 353 Email: secretary@muswellbrookchamber.com.au
Showground Association
P.O.Box 562 Muswellbrook 2333	Phone: 6541 2014 Fax: 6541 3029 Website: www.upperhuntershow.com.au Email: secretary@upperhuntershow.com.au
Recreation: Arts, Craft & Special Interests
Astronomy – Southern Skywatchers
Fergus Jenny	Phone: 02 4956 7658 Phone: 6541 1787
Aeroplane Models
Muswellbrook Modellers Club Inc. P.O. Box 6 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 3015
Arts Upper Hunter
Regional Arts Development Officer 6 McKay St., Dungog Phone: 4992 1033 (RADO) Website: www.artsupperhunter.com.au Email: rado@artsupperhunter.com.au	Arts Upper Hunter Administration 8 / 206 Kelly St, Scone Phone: 6545 9727 (admin) Fax: 6545 9837 Email: admin@artsupperhunter.com.au
ADFAS - Australian Decorative and Fine Arts Society
Contact: Chairperson - Barbi Secretary - Jill	Phone: 6545 0471 Phone: 6545 1822
Bridge Club
Contact: Emil Contact: Barbara Monday evenings @ 7.00pm, Challenge Building, Rutherford Rd. Lessons available on request	Phone: 6543 3331 Phone: 6543 1228
Camera Club
Contact: Roger P.O. Box 513 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 1832 Mobile: 0407 002 777 Email: rojpix@ipstarmail.com.au
Car Club
Newcastle District Vintage Car Club Upper Hunter Branch	Phone: 6577 5532
Choir: Upper Hunter Conservatorium of Music Choir
Rehearsal at Conservatorium, Brook St., Tuesday 7.00 – 8.00 pm	Phone: 6541 4888 Website: www.uhcm.com.au Email: uhcm@hunterlink.net.au
Concert Bands: Muswellbrook Shire Concert Band
Contact: Russell / Janelle Meets Wednesday nights: 7.00 – 9.00 pm @ Recreation Room, White Memorial Swimming Pool, Muswellbrook.	Phone: 6541 1171
Conservation Volunteers
Phone: 02 4926 2103
Dance: Eastern Spirit Belly Dance
Contact: Sheri Website: www.easternspiritbellydance.com	Phone: 6541 4939 Phone: 0410 055 854
Dance: Line Dance Express
Meets Tuesday 6.30pm - 9.00pm at Muswellbrook Workers Club.	Contact: Pam, Phone: 6543 2728
Dance: MVZ Studios
Muswellbrook Indoor Sports Centre Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary	Contact: Mel, Phone: 0409 153 907
Dance: STEPS Dance Studio
Contact: Lee Masonic Hall, Bridge St, Muswellbrook Lessons on Saturday – 9 am - 5 pm. and Wednesday - 4.00 pm - 9.15 pm. incl: Tap, Jazz, Modern, Hip-Hop, ZUMBA® fitness classes, ZUMBA® TOMIC.	Phone: 0422 634 416 Phone: 02 8084 1823 Please call after 5pm.
Dance: Giant Leap Dance Studio
Contact: Christine, Phone: 6547 5011
Eisteddfod
Contact: Alison Contact: Sally	Phone: 6541 4187 Phone: 6543 4315
Embroiderers Guild
Contact: Sheena Meets every 2nd and 4th Thursdays 10am – 3pm at the old St James School, Brook St Muswellbrook.	Phone: 6543 1653
Garden Club
Contact: Secretary - Colleen Meet alternate evening, 7.30pm and daytime, 10am meetings - phone to confirm meeting times.	Phone: 6547 2918
Hospital Auxiliary
Contact: Sue, Phone: 6543 2683
Local and Family History Society Inc
Secretary: Heather Meets 3rd Tuesday of month at 7pm at Muswellbrook Regional Library	PO Box 450 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 1809
Museum at Weidman Cottage
open Saturday mornings 9.30am – 12.30pm.	Phone: 6543 2712
Muscle Creek Landcare Group
Contact: Graham P.O. Box 29 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6543 3401
Muswellbrook Amateur Theatrical Society (MATS)
Contact: Amanda	Phone: 6543 5180
Muswellbrook High School Concert Band
Phone: 6543 1033 Fax: 6543 3927
Muswellbrook Toastmasters
Contact: Graham Meets 1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of Month at Workers Club @ 6.45pm.	Phone: 6543 3401
Pink Ladies Volunteer Group
Contact: Joy (Secretary) Helen (President) Service is as a volunteer group of ladies for Muswellbrook Hospital. Involves flower work, patient visiting. Meets 1st Tuesday every second month.	Phone: 6542 5128 Phone: 6543 1209
Pot House - Muswellbrook Ceramic Club
Contact: Scott Lower Brook St (next to Lions Park) Meets every Tuesday from 9.30am. Wheel work and Hand work.	Phone: 0427 101 697
Spinning & Craft
Contact: Marylin P.O. Box 733 Muswellbrook Available for any age, held every Thursday from 9.30am–3.00pm, at the Seventh Day Adventist Hall, Bell St.	Phone: 6543 4897
Seniors Computer Club
Contact: Bruce	Phone: 6543 1574
Upper Hunter Woodworkers Club Inc
Contact: Lionel P.O. Box 18 Muswellbrook Meets every second Saturday at alternate venues. Call for details.	Phone: 6543 2223
Wildlife Aid
Phone: 0447 667 737 Website: www.wildlifeaid.org.au
Recreation - Youth
Guides and Brownies
Thursday 5.30 – 7.00pm for 7 – 10 yrs. Tuesday 5.30 – 7.30pm for 10 – 14 yrs. Thursday 7.00 – 8.30pm for 14 – 18 yrs fortnightly 1st and 3rd Thursdays	Guide Hall, Wilkinson Ave. P.O. Box 253, Muswellbrook Contact: Christine Phone: 6543 2801 Contact: Sally Phone: 6543 4315
Scouts and Cubs
Service is for 6 – 18 years, meets at Ford Street, Muswellbrook.	2nd Muswellbrook Scouts Ford St., PO Box 21 Muswellbrook Contact: Nigel, Phone: 6541 0881 Mobile: 0418 458 956
Youth Group: Anglican Youth Group
Phone: 6541 2713 (Rectory)
Youth Group: Bahai Youth Group
Contact: Gabrielle	Phone: 6541 0009
Youth Group: Baptist Church Youth Group
P.O.Box 316, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4094 Contact: Dave, Mobile: 0429 672 737	Website: www.brookside.org.au
Police & Citizen’s Youth Club (PCYC)
Youth programs provided for youth aged 6 – 25 yrs. Involves activities like fitness & gym, aerobics, boxing, indoor soccer & netball, Northern Tae Kwon Do. Also, Homework centre, Music lessons, Activity club, Band nights and Discos. Services run from 8am – 8pm, Monday to Friday.	Cnr Carl and Market Lanes, Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1434 Fax: 6541 1974 Email: muswellbrook@pcycnsw.org.au
Upper Hunter Youth Services Inc
Provides a variety of services to youth (11 - 17 years). Supervised after school programme Tues – Fri: 3.00pm - 6.00pm Practical assistance to youth in crisis and referral to other services. Youth Venue offering informal activities and youth meeting place	Muswellbrook Showground, Maitland St PO Box 628, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4841 Fax: 6542 5443
Recreation - Sport
Active over 50’s
Involves gentle exercise classes, Tuesday 8.30 am and Friday 9.00 am @ Muswellbrook Workers Club, Sydney St. Wednesday 9.00 am @ Baptist Church Hall, Sydney St.	Contact: Julie, Phone: 6543 2517
Athletics: Muswellbrook Amateur Athletic Club (Col)
P.O. Box 641 Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 5201
Athletics: Muswellbrook Little Athletics (Julie)
Phone: 6542 5988
Australian Rules Football
Muswellbrook Cats Australian Rules Football Club Contact: Max	Phone: 0418 200 485
Aqua Aerobics
Contact: Julie White Memorial Leisure Centre Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 2999
Basketball and Mini Ball
Muswellbrook Basketball Association (Veronica) P.O. Box 305 Muswellbrook	Phone: 6541 1654
Body Balance - Combined Yoga & Pilates with deep stretching
Classes Mon: 9.30am & Wed: 9.30am @ Baptist Church Hall, Sydney St. Tues: 6.00pm & Thurs: 6.00pm @ Baptist Church Hall, Sydney St.	Contact: Julie Phone: 6543 2517
Bowls
RSL Bowling Club P.O. Box 91	Phone: 6543 1700 Fax: 6543 4761
Boxing
Held at PCYC.	Phone: 6541 1434
Cricket: Muswellbrook & District Cricket Club
Contact: Ted Phone: 6541 4763
Cricket: Muswellbrook Junior Cricket Club
Contact: Nicole Phone: 0409 654 149
Croquet
Contact: Steph (Treasurer)	Phone: 6543 7335
Cycling
Muswellbrook Cycle Club Contact: Alistair - President	Phone: 6543 4444
Football - Muswellbrook Football Club
PO Box 303, Muswellbrook Contact: Kevin Phone: 6543 3559 Website: www.muswellbrookfc.org.au
Muswellbrook Golf Club
P.O. Box 265 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 1767 Pro Shop: Phone: 6543 2128 Veterans Golf Contact: Graham Phone: 6543 3725
Greyhound Racing
Contact: Club Rooms	Phone: 6543 2351
Gymnasium
At the PCYC	Phone: 6541 1434
Muswellbrook Hockey Club (Geoff)
Phone: 6549 3716
Upper Hunter Hockey Association
Phone: 6547 2872
Muswellbrook Race Club
P.O. Box 361 Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1699 Fax: 6543 4553 Email: secretary@mbrookraceclub.com.au
Muswellbrook Netball Association
Contact: Tracey	Phone: 6543 1860
Personal Weights
At the PCYC	Phone: 6541 1434
Pistol Club
Muswellbrook Pistol Club House	Phone: 6541 2333
Police & Citizens’ Youth Club (PCYC)
Services: Drop-in facilities, pool, arts and crafts, gymnasium, boxing, homework centre, etc	Corner of Carl St. and Market Lane P.O. Box 469 Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1434
Polocrosse
Contact: Terry	Phone: 6543 1492
Rodeo
Contact: Colin	Phone: 6543 1492
Rugby League
Muswellbrook Rams Rugby League Club Muswellbrook Junior Rugby League Group 21 Rugby League - Senior Group 21 Rugby League - Junior	Contact: Gordon, Phone: 6543 3925 Contact: Kim, Phone: 0427 997 220 Contact: Jane, Phone: 6548 2362 President: Mark, Phone: 6573 1602 Contact: Matt Phone: 0429 700 229 Website: www.group21jrl.leaguenet.com.au
Muswellbrook Junior Rugby Union
P.O. Box 68 Muswellbrook Contact: Rod Phone: 6543 3085
Long Description (Heading)
P.O. Box 356 Muswellbrook Contact: David Phone: 0408 868 978 Website: www.muswellbrook.rugbynet.com.au Email: muswellbrookrugbyunion@gmail.com
Muswellbrook Squash Court
96 Maitland St. Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 1600 Mobile: 0408 651 437
Muswellbrook Swimming Club
P.O. Box 200 Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 2999
Northern Tae Kwon Do
Contact: Randall or Julie	Phone: 6543 3202 Mobile: 0409 433 202
Olympic Park Tennis Club Inc
Wilkinson Ave: Club house Contact – Tony	Phone: 6543 4494 Phone: 6543 2788 (wk)
Tennis - Ladies Summer Comp.
Contact – Frances Phone: 6541 3698
Tennis - Muswellbrook RSL Club
For members only	P.O. Box 91 Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 1700 Fax: 6543 4761
Touch Football
Ladies: Contact - Betty Men: Contact - Steven	Phone: 6543 2477 Phone: 6542 5071
Upper Hunter Motorcycle Club
Contact: Leon Phone: 0417 420 686
Volleyball
Contact: Gary Phone: 0418 841 590
Yoga
Contact: Harry Phone: 0422 105 638
For further information concerning sporting clubs in Muswellbrook Shire, please refer to the Muswellbrook Shire Recreation Map, available from the Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service at the QE11 Community Centre, cnr Bridge & Market Sts., Muswellbrook. ph. 6542 3555
Accommodation - Denman
Caravan Park: Denman Van Village
Macauley St., Denman Phone: 6547 2590 Fax: 6547 2079 Email: ronhirst@hunterlink.net.au
Caravan Park: Sandy Hollow Tourist Park
Phone: 6547 4575 Website: www.sandyhollow.com.au Email: info@sandyhollow.com.au
Denman Hotel
Ogilvie St., Denman Phone: 6547 2207 Fax: 6547 2207
Royal Hotel
10 Ogilvie St., Denman Phone: 6547 2226 Fax: 6547 2642
Tourist Hotel
Sandy Hollow Phone: 6547 4539
Motel: Denman Motor Inn
8 Crinoline St. Phone: 6547 2462
Visitor Information Centre
Cnr Ogilvie & Palace St., Denman Phone: 6547 2799 Email: ctc@denmanonline.com
Ellamara Tourist Centre
Sandy Hollow P O Box 105 Denman Phone: 6547 4589 Fax: 6547 4400
Churches - Denman
Anglican Church
St. Matthias, Palace St., Denman Phone: 6547 1149 (office) Reverend: Phone: 6547 2243 Parish secretary: Phone: 6547 2460
Roman Catholic Church
St. Bernard’s, 39 Paxton St., Denman Parish treasurer Kath: Phone: 6547 2213
Education - Denman
Denman Public School
52 Paxton Street. Phone: 6547 2491 Fax: 6547 2603
Martindale Public School
670 Martindale Rd Phone: 6547 3502 Fax: 65473546
St. Joseph’s Primary School
80 Palace Street. Phone: 6547 2496 Fax: 6547 1078
Sandy Hollow Public School
Golden Highway, Sandy Hollow Phone: 6547 4521 Fax: 6547 4450
Health Services - Denman
AMBULANCE - Market St., Muswellbrook
Phone: 131 233
DOCTOR - 95 Virginia Street
Phone: 6547 2408
HOSPITAL - 51 Ogilvie Street
Phone: 6547 3999 Fax: 6547 3909
Denman Family Medical Centre
51 Ogilvie St.	Phone: 6547 3955 Fax: 6547 3959
Muswellbrook Shire Council - Denman
Denman Branch Office
Denman Library and Muswellbrook Shire Council Cnr Ogilvie & Palace Streets	Phone: 6547 2208
Denman Library
Monday 10.00am - 12 noon & 2.00 - 5.00 pm Tuesday – Wednesday 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Friday 10.00am - 1.00 pm & 2.00 - 5.00 pm Saturday 9.00am - 12 noon	Cnr Ogilvie & Palace St., Denman Phone: 6547 2208
Denman Swimming Pool
Opening hours: Monday – Sunday: 11.00am - 6.30pm	Ogilvie Street, Denman Phone: 6547 2333
Recreation - Denman
Basketball
Seniors - Contact: Sandy Juniors – Contact: Vanessa	Phone: 6547 2743 Phone: 6547 3668
Denman Bowling Club
Palace Street Phone: 6547 2432
Cricket
Contact: Anthony Phone: 0408 246 538
Junior Cricket
Contact: Ian Phone: 6547 2474
Giant Leap Dance Studio
ZUMBA® fitness classes, ZUMBA® TOMIC Classes at M/brook, Denman and Sandy Hollow Jazz & Tap for kids; including boys, tiny tots, and ladies classes	Sandy Hollow Hall Contact: Christine Phone: 6547 5011
Denman Men’s Hockey Club
Contact: Ian Phone: 0412 469 370
Golf
Mens - Contact: Ladies - Contact: Glenda	Phone: 0417 061 755 Phone: 6543 3126
Denman Motor Cycle Club
P.O. Box 40 Denman Contact: Ivan Phone: 6547 2746
Pony Club
Contact: President Phone: 6547 2703
Rugby League
Senior Rugby League: Jay (President) Junior Rugby League: Contact - Julie	Phone: 0438 474 222 Phone: 6547 2692
Scouts, Cubs and Joeys
Joeys meet Tuesday 4.30 – 5.30 pm Cubs and Scouts meet Tuesday 5.15 – 7.00 pm	Contact: Tracy Phone: 6547 2315 Email: denmanscoutgroup@hotmail.com
Squash - Denman Sports Centre
Phone: 6547 2333
Swimming - Denman Sports Centre
Phone: 6547 2333
Service Clubs - Denman
Hospital Auxiliary
Secretary - Glenda Phone: 6547 2389
Lions Club
Contact: Don (Secretary) Phone: 6547 2002
Masonic Lodge
Contact: Bruce Phone: 6547 2777
Red Cross Branch
Robyn (Secretary) Phone: 6547 2330
Rotary Club
Contact: Neville Phone: 6547 9146
View Club
Contact: Ann (President) Phone: 6547 2448
Halls/ Venues For Meetings
Baerami School of Arts
Capacity: 100	Contact: Lesley Phone/ Fax: 6547 5128
Baptist Church Hall
Capacity: 80 - 100	Contact: Matthew Phone/ Fax: 0401 373 812
C.W.A. Hall
Capacity: 80 - 100	Contact: Lexi Phone/ Fax: 6543 3067
CUSA Rooms
Capacity: 100	St. James Presbytery Contact: Phone/ Fax: 6543 1167
McCully’s Gap Hall Association
Capacity: 100 - 150	Contact: Dorothy Phone/ Fax: 6541 4063
Martindale Hall – St Martin’s Guild
Contact: Marion Phone/ Fax: 6547 3552
Masonic Hall
Capacity: 80 - 100	Contact: Bob Phone/ Fax: 6543 2892
Muswellbrook High School – Multi Purpose Centre
Ask for Kylie at the office Capacity: Max 500	Phone: 6543 1033 Fax: 6543 3927
Muswellbrook Public School
Capacity: 300	Phone/ Fax: 6543 2289
Muswellbrook Sth Public School
Capacity: 300	Phone: 6543 1896
Muswellbrook Shire Council
Regional Arts Centre Parks: Bowman, Olympic, Simpson, Victoria Indoor Sports Centre Stan Thiess Community Centre (Victoria Park)	Phone/ Fax: 6549 3700
Police and Citizens Youth Club
Capacity: 200 – Hall, 30 – Room	Contact: Manager Phone/ Fax: 6541 1434
QE II Community Centre
Capacity: Training Room – 30, Various Interview Rooms – 2 - 12	Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Email: admin@uhcs.org.au
R.S.L Club
Capacity: Small – 30, Large – 250	Contact: Fiona Phone/ Fax: 6543 1700
Muswellbrook & District Workers Club
Capacity: Small - 70, Large - 350	Phone/ Fax: 6543 2011
St. Albans Anglican Church Hall
Capacity: 70 - 100	Contact: Minister Phone/ Fax: 6541 2713
Sandy Hollow Hall
Contact: Christine Phone/ Fax: 6547 4561
Senior Citizens Hall
Capacity: 100 – 150 Seated	Contact: Beryl Phone/ Fax: 6543 2306
Seven Day Adventist Church Hall
Long Description (Description)	Contact: Peter Easthope Phone/ Fax: 6543 7753
Uniting Church Hall
Capacity: 100	Contact: Bob Phone/ Fax: 6543 2892
Wybong Hall
Capacity: 100 - 400	Contact: Julie Phone/ Fax: 6547 8002

11. Services for the Aged

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Ph: 6542 2716

Ph: 6542 2043

Ph: 1300 731 556

Ph: 1800 052 222

Ph: 6542 2050

Ph: 6542 2087

Ph: 6542 1001

Ph: 6576 0200

Ph: 02 4931 0954

Ph: 6547 2684

Ph: 1300 782 896

Ph: 6547 3938

Ph: 6543 2053

Ph: 6542 2000

Ph: 6543 4058

Ph: 6547 1026

Ph: 1800 424 079

Ph: 6545 3113

Ph: 6542 2086

Ph: 6541 2713

Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT)
Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) are able to help obtain a range of Commonwealth funded services to enable aged people to continue living in their own home, or to enter a residential care facility such as a nursing home or hostel for respite or residential care. The local ACAT is based in Muswellbrook Hospital, but referrals for assessment and reassessments need to be made through the Kurri Kurri ACAT on 02 4936 3215.	Muswellbrook Hospital Local assessment referral via Kurri Kurri Phone: 6542 2716 Phone: 02 4925 7990
Aged Care Information Line
Phone: 1800 500 853
Aged Day-care and Activity Service
For senior citizens with limited social opportunity with pick up and drop off service in Muswellbrook. Hot lunch provided at minimal cost. Monday to Friday 10am – 2pm. Outings on arrangement.	Muswellbrook Community Health Day Care Room, Muswellbrook Hospital Phone: 6542 2043
Ageing, Disability & Home Care
Commercial Centre, Market Lane Phone: 6542 1002 Fax: 6542 1099 Website: www.dadhc.nsw.gov.au
Carers N.S.W.
Phone: 1800 242 636
Community Care Access Point
For direct referrals to all HACC services	Phone: 1300 731 556
Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre
1800 052 222 - for all information about what services are available and appropriate. 1800 059 059 - available 24 hrs / 7 days for all out of hours emergency respite. Can provide short term and emergency carer respite services for young people with a disability, mentally ill and frail aged. Currently has funding to assist working carers and young carers. Provides information and referral service for frail aged and those with a disability. N.B. 1800 059 059 soon to be phased out – all calls then via 1800 052 222	PO Box 385, Wallsend NSW 2287 Phone: 1800 052 222 Fax: 02 4924 6098
Community Nursing
Weidmann Wing Muswellbrook District Hospital, Brentwood Street. Phone: 6542 2050
Dementia Day Care
Day care facilities for persons with dementia and support/ education for carers and their families. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10am – 2pm	Pegasus Day Care Centre Nurses Home, Ground Floor Phone: 6542 2087 Phone: 6542 2050 Email: upperhunterchpegasus@hunter.health.nsw.gov.au
Home Care Service of NSW
Provision of core services (housekeeping, personal care, respite care) for frail aged people, people with disabilities and their carers.	Commercial Centre, Market Ln PO Box 4, Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Phone: 6542 1001 Referral Phone: 1300 731 556 Fax: 6543 2864
integratedliving
Multi-service provider to frail aged people, people with a disability and carers. Upper Hunter Community Aged Care Packages HACC Reform Project: Hunter Valley Upper Hunter Community Options Aberdeen & Muswellbrook Food Services Upper Hunter Respite Care Upper Hunter Aboriginal - HACC Services Veterans Home Care Hunter Valley Respite Options Upper Hunter Flexible Respite Murrurundi Food Services Upper Hunter Dementia Respite Merriwa Food Services	PO Box 637, Muswellbrook Boronia Building, 3 Wilkinson Ave Phone: 6576 0200 Intake: 1300 782 896 Fax: 1300 778 718 Website: www.integratedliving.org.au Email: mail@integratedliving.org.au Email: intake@integratedliving.org.au
Mari Ma ATSI Community Options Program
Brokerage service for ATSI complex high needs clients to remain in their homes. Includes service for the frail aged and the younger disabled.	Phone: 02 4909 3010
Merton Court Hostel for the Aged
91 Virginia St. Denman Phone: 6547 2684 Fax: 6547 2057 Email: mertoncourt.denman@bigpond.com
Meals on Wheels (Muswellbrook)
Intake referral via integratedliving	Phone: 1300 782 896
Meals on Wheels (Denman)
Contact: Kitchen For intake referral: Contact Doctor or Community Health Nurse	Phone: 6547 3938
Mt. Providence Hostel for the Aged
36 bed Hostel	Tindale St, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 2053
Muswellbrook Aged Care Facility
Permanent high care residential care and short-term respite care. Admissions must be referred by Kurri Kurri Aged Care Assessment Team Ph. 02 4925 7990. Local ACAT contact is 6542 2716	Muswellbrook District Hospital Phone: 6542 2000
Senior Citizen's Association (Muswellbrook)
Social Support and activities Tuesday, Wednesday and every second Thursday.	Market Lane, PO Box 809, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4058
Senior Citizen's Association (Denman)
Meet at Denman RSL. Please phone for details.	Phone: 6547 1026
Seniors Information Service
Phone: 13 12 44 Website: www.seniorsinfo.nsw.gov.au
TARS – The Aged-Care Rights Service
Community legal centre providing advocacy for residents of Commonwealth subsidised Nursing Homes and Hostels, and recipients of Community Aged Care and Extended Aged Care in the Home packages. Includes Older Person's Legal Service.	Phone: 1800 424 079 Website: www.tars.com.au
TransCare Hunter Ltd. (Formerly known as Upper Hunter Community Care Inc.)
Neighbour Aid – social support, small errands, odd jobs and companionship service. Community Transport – Variety of bus services connecting Muswellbrook, Denman, Murrurundi, Merriwa, Scone, Newcastle and Tamworth. Pamphlets available. Individual transport service to enable access to medical, social and shopping trips for transport for disadvantaged people. Cost based on distance travelled and circumstances. Some funding requirements necessary. Telecare - phone calls made to clients in need. Meals on Wheels Domestic Assistance – Vacuuming, Hanging out washing , Food preparation etc...	206 Kelly St., PO Box 455, Scone Toll Free: 1800 453 113 Phone: 6545 3113 Fax: 6545 3855 Website: www.transcare.org.au Email: enquiries@transcare.org.au
Upper Hunter Home Maintenance & Modification
This service enables people to live independently in their own homes by modifying existing dwellings. Assistance available following assessment, to frail aged person, person who has a disability or a person who cares for an adult or a child with a disability.	Muswellbrook Community Health Weidmann Wing, Brentwood St. Phone: 6542 2086 (direct) Fax: 6542 2005
Weidmann Village
14 self care units available. Residential occupancy intake handled through John Flood and Co. ph. 6543 3155.	Brook St PO Box 125, Muswellbrook Phone: 6541 2713 - Rectory Fax: 6541 2306

12. Upper Hunter Community Services

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Ph: 6542 3555

Ph: 6543 3566

Ph: 6541 3205

Ph: 6543 4877

QE II Community Centre
Upper Hunter Community Services is an incorporated association that auspices 18 community projects throughout the Upper Hunter. The following services are based in the QE 11 Community Centre which is open: 9.00am – 4.00pm Mon - Tues – Thurs – Fri and 12.00pm – 4.00pm Wednesday.	Corner Bridge & Market Streets PO Box 231, Muswellbrook, 2333 Phone: 6542 3555 Fax: 6543 1643 Website: www.uhcs.org.au Email: admin@uhcs.org.au
Aboriginal Family Worker
Primary focus on assisting new parents and families with children aged 0 – 8 years. In a culturally appropriate way to enhance parents skills to improve educational, social and health outcomes for their children.	Email: afw@uhcs.org.au
Aboriginal Young Person SAAP Project
Assists young indigenous persons (14yr 9mth – 18 years) who are homeless or who are at risk of being homeless. Service covers Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter Shires	Email: ayw@uhcs.org.au
Muswellbrook Neighbourhood Service
Provides information, referral, advocacy and support. Also provides emergency relief (eg vouchers), needle and syringe exchange, computer access and baby capsule and room hire. Supports community groups and initiatives.	Email: mns@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Crisis Accommodation Service
Assistance into short term accommodation for people who are homeless. Also offer support and advocacy. Rent and bond assistance. Covering the Upper Hunter Area. Office open Monday – Thursday 9 am – 4 pm. For out of hours assistance please contact the Police.	Email: CrisisSupport@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Family Support Service
Offers assistance to families who may be experiencing difficulties. Any family member can use the service, male or female, mothers, fathers, grandparents or extended family. Service provides home visits and centre-based individual and/or group sessions. Support may include: practical and personal support, advocacy, parenting strategies, information and referral, education, court support, financial information, group work, and assistance with other services, eg: Centrelink, Dept of Housing, DoCS, Schools, Real Estate Agents.	Email: familysupport1@uhcs.org.au Email: familysupport3@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Youth Development Officer
Provides support to existing youth services and has a role in identifying the needs of the youth sector and developing appropriate strategies. Promoting positive perceptions of young people in the community.	Email: uhydo@uhcs.org.au
The following projects are auspiced by Upper Hunter Community Services Inc. but located externally of the QE11 Community Centre.
Hunter Park Family Centre
Key function is to enhance parent’s skills and confidence in raising children, to improve children’s health and well-being. A multi purpose outreach service providing access to services and support for families in South Muswellbrook. Outreach includes: Department of Housing, Early Childhood Nurse, Supported Playgroups, Speech Pathology. Also, a venue for groups, recreational and holiday activities.	58 Wollombi Rd PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 3566 Fax: 6541 5270 Email: hpfc@uhcs.org.au
Muswellbrook Out of School Hours Care - MOOSH
Care for children aged 5 -12. Before school care 6.30-9.00am. After school care 3-6pm. Vacation care 7am-6pm. Pupil Free days 6.30am – 6.00pm. Occasional care available from $3.50 per hour. Free bus to Muswellbrook schools 8.45am. Breakfast and afternoon tea provided. Active after School Community Centre Monday, Wednesday and Fridays.	Bowman Park Community Centre, Skellatar St. P.O. Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone/ Fax: 6541 3205 Email: moosh@uhcs.org.au
Upper Hunter Children's Mobile Outreach Service Inc. (Mobile Toy Box)
Provides playgroup activities for 0-6 years as an outreach service to isolated rural areas in the Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter shires.	Bowman Park Community Centre, Skellatar St. PO Box 231, Muswellbrook Phone: 6543 4877 Fax: 6543 4877
The following services are co-located in the QE 11 Community Centre. Appointments can be made by contacting the following phone numbers:
C.R. Clinical Clayton Rogers – Psychologist
Funded under Better Outcomes for Mental Health, as part of Medicare funded Allied Health Service. Outreach every Friday at QE11 Community Centre.	Phone: 0401 857 936
Interrelate Family Centre
Specialist male specific counselling. Plus offering general counselling and relationship counselling. Also, anger management and past separation parenting programs.	Phone: 1300 736 966 Phone: 02 4957 8888 Website: www.interrelate.org.au
Financial Counselling
Hunter Valley Financial Counselling Project provides a free service that assists individuals to look at options, develop personal money strategies and help negotiate with creditors. Appointments made by phone, try mobile number first.	Phone: 02 4932 9777 Mobile: 0448 275 555
Gambling Counselling
A free service provided by Cessnock Family Support and held at QE11 Community Centre, Muswellbrook once a month. Appointments are necessary.	Phone: 02 4990 4507
Hunter Community Legal Centre
Free and confidential legal advice - Telephone advice service offered Monday & Friday 10am-12pm, & Wednesday 2 - 4pm. Outreach provided every forth Thursday at QE11 Community Centre, Muswellbrook. Phone 6542 3555 to make an appointment.	Phone: 1800 650 073 Advice Line, Phone: 02 4040 9120 Admin Line, Phone: 02 4040 9121 Email: hunter_nsw@clc.net.au
Singleton Community College
Literacy and Numeracy. Free reading, writing, spelling and maths classes for school leavers wanting to fill gaps in their education. Service covers the Upper Hunter area with tuition held in Muswellbrook at QEII Community Centre, Mondays 9.30 am - 12 noon.	Phone: 6572 4029
Family Relationship Centre
Service aims to: Strengthen family relationships. Help families stay together. Assist families during separation. Service is registered family dispute resolution provider.	Phone: 02 4016 0566 Email: greaternewcastlefrc@interrelate.org.au