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Mambourin “Bake and Create” is a hands-on, skill-building program designed to support participants to develop practical kitchen skills through structured baking activities. Participants learn how to follow recipes, measure ingredients accurately, and create a variety of sweet and savoury baked goods in a safe and supportive environment. The program focuses on building independence, attention to detail, teamwork, and confidence while developing transferable life and employment skills. Through creative baking experiences,...

Mambourin “Brew and Serve” is a practical, hands-on program designed to support participants to develop hospitality and customer service skills in a structured and supportive environment. Participants learn how to prepare basic food and beverages, serve customers, handle money, and maintain a clean and safe workspace. The program focuses on building independence, communication skills, teamwork, and workplace readiness through meaningful, real-life tasks. This program promotes responsibility, routine, and pride in...

Mambourin “Car Wash” is a practical, hands-on program designed to support participants to develop real-world work skills in a structured and supportive environment. Participants learn how to safely and effectively wash, detail, and maintain vehicles while developing teamwork, responsibility, and workplace readiness skills. The program focuses on building independence, confidence, and transferable employment skills through meaningful, task-based learning. This program promotes routine, accountability, and pride in completing a job to...

Mambourin “Digital Skills” is a practical, skill-building program designed to support participants to develop essential digital skills for everyday life, communication, and future opportunities. The program focuses on building confidence using computers, tablets, and online platforms in a structured and supportive environment. Participants learn how to navigate technology safely and effectively while developing independence in accessing digital information and services. Through guided learning and hands-on practice, participants strengthen digital confidence,...

Mambourin “Discover Your Community” is a structured, community-based program designed to support participants to actively engage in their local community while building independence, confidence, and social skills. Participants are supported to access a variety of community locations and experiences such as shopping centres, cafés, libraries, parks, events, and recreational venues. The program focuses on developing practical life skills in real-world settings, promoting inclusion, social connection, and meaningful participation. Through guided...

Mambourin “Everyday Chefs” is an engaging, skill-building program that supports participants to develop independence, confidence, and practical life skills through structured cooking and kitchen activities. Participants are supported to budget, plan meals, prepare and cook a variety of foods, work collaboratively with others, and build skills that translate into everyday living and future opportunities. The program uses a strengths-based and participant-centred approach aligned with NDIS Capacity Building outcomes, supporting increased...

Mambourin “Everyday Learning” is a practical, skill-building program designed to strengthen reading, writing, communication, and numeracy skills in meaningful, real-life contexts. This program focuses on developing functional skills that support everyday independence, such as understanding written information, managing money, using numbers in daily tasks, and communicating clearly in different environments. Activities are delivered in a supportive and structured setting, encouraging participants to build confidence, increase independence, and apply learning to...

Mambourin “Grow & Thrive” is a hands-on, practical program designed to support participants to develop responsibility, routine, and independence through structured gardening activities. Participants engage in planting, maintaining, and harvesting plants while learning about sustainability, teamwork, and healthy living. The program promotes physical activity, patience, and problem-solving in an outdoor and supportive environment. Through consistent participation, individuals build practical life skills, strengthen social connections, and develop transferable skills that support...

Mambourin “Life Skill” is a practical, skill-building program designed to support participants to develop the knowledge, confidence, and abilities required for greater independence in everyday life. The program focuses on real-life tasks and routines that strengthen self-management, personal responsibility, and decision-making skills. Participants engage in structured activities that build competence in areas such as personal care, household management, budgeting, communication, and community readiness. Through guided learning and hands-on practice, participants...

Mambourin “Maintenance and Repairs” is a hands-on, task-based program designed to support participants in developing practical maintenance and property care skills within a structured and supervised environment. Participants engage in supported maintenance activities across the hub, such as patching walls, basic repairs, painting touch-ups, organising tools, and general upkeep tasks. The program focuses on building responsibility, problem-solving skills, and workplace readiness through meaningful, real-world activities. Through guided instruction and practical...

Mambourin “Men Connect” is a structured and supportive program designed to provide a safe space for men to connect, build confidence, and develop practical life skills. The program focuses on meaningful discussions, hands-on activities, wellbeing topics, and community participation. Sessions may include skill-building activities, health and wellbeing discussions, guest speakers, social outings, and practical workshops. Through shared experiences and guided facilitation, participants build peer connections, strengthen communication skills, and increase...

Mambourin “Move and Thrive” is a structured and supportive fitness program designed to promote physical health, confidence, and overall wellbeing. Participants engage in guided exercise sessions tailored to their individual ability levels. Activities may include strength training, cardio exercises, stretching, balance work, and group fitness routines. The program focuses on building healthy habits, improving endurance, and increasing confidence in physical activity. Through consistent participation, individuals develop routine, resilience, and greater...

Mambourin “Pet Pantry Working Bee” is a structured, community-focused program delivered in collaboration with Humane Animal Rescue. As part of this initiative, Humane Animal Rescue supplies pet food to Mambourin hubs. Participants work together to sort, repack, label, and prepare pet food for distribution. Once prepared, the items are delivered to an external distribution hub, where Humane Animal Rescue coordinates delivery to pets and families in need. This program promotes...

Mambourin Shredding is a structured, task-based program designed to support participants in developing responsibility, focus, and transferable workplace skills through meaningful document processing activities. Participants engage in sorting, preparing, and safely shredding documents in a supervised and organised environment. The program promotes attention to detail, confidentiality awareness, routine development, and safe equipment handling. Through consistent participation, individuals build confidence, task completion skills, and readiness for structured workplace environments.

School Leaver Employment Supports (SLES) is an NDIS-funded program designed for young people aged 18–22 who are transitioning from school and working towards employment goals. The program focuses on building job readiness, independence, and confidence over a structured two-year period. SLES supports participants to develop practical employment skills, explore career pathways, and gain real-world experience aligned with their individual goals. Through personalised planning and hands-on learning, participants are supported to...

Mambourin “Stich & Create” is a practical and creative program designed to support participants to develop fine motor skills, confidence, and independence through structured sewing activities. Participants learn basic sewing techniques while creating simple and meaningful projects in a supportive and inclusive environment. The program promotes focus, patience, creativity, and problem-solving while building practical skills that can be applied to everyday life and future vocational opportunities. Through guided hands-on activities,...

Mambourin “Travel Smart” is a practical, community-based program designed to support participants in developing the skills and confidence to use public transport safely and independently across Victoria. Participants learn how to navigate trains, buses, and trams, understand timetables, use transport apps, and plan journeys within their local community. The program focuses on real-world learning through supported practice in community environments. Through structured guidance and gradual skill development, participants build independence,...

Mambourin “Women Circle” is a structured and supportive program designed to provide a safe space for women to connect, build confidence, and develop practical life skills. The program focuses on meaningful discussions, wellbeing activities, creative workshops, and community participation. Sessions may include health and self-care topics, skill-building activities, guest speakers, social outings, and empowerment-focused conversations. Through guided facilitation and shared experiences, participants build peer connections, strengthen communication skills, and increase...

Mambourin “Woodcraft Workshop” is a practical, hands-on program designed to support participants to develop technical skills, confidence, and independence through structured woodworking projects. Participants learn to safely use tools and equipment while creating functional and creative wood-based projects. The program focuses on building fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, planning, and task completion in a structured workshop environment. Through guided instruction and project-based learning, participants develop transferable skills that support independence,...