Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre
Supporting the community of Pine Rivers with a wide range of information, services and activities.
865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Qld 4501
- Post: PO Box 489, Lawnton, QLD, 4501
- Phone: 3889 0063
- Email: encircle@encircle.org.au
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre is open Monday to Friday, 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Refer to the What’s On page for a calendar of Encircle Pine Rivers groups and activities
We provide information by phone, email or in person about support services that are available at the Neighbourhood Centres and in the Pine Rivers community.
These include government and health services, sporting and social clubs, support groups, educational courses, community activities and events, other local agencies and support services. This may include referral or advocacy to services for emergency relief, counselling (including financial counselling), homelessness, family support and our community legal service.
Working in collaboration with other networks in the Pine Rivers community to bring about social change.
One on one tutoring for adults who require support to improve their reading, writing and numeracy skills.
Tutoring is offered in a relaxed, friendly and supportive environment by fully trained volunteer tutors.
A friendly and relaxed group that supports individuals to improve their English-speaking skills.
Encircle Pine Rivers encourages people to meet and interact, organise and carry out enjoyable activities at our Neighbourhood Centre and seven Moreton Bay Regional Council Community Centres.
Community spaces include large and small halls as well as meeting rooms. Please phone us to discuss your venue/activity requirements. A Community Centres brochure is available for more information.
Encircle Homestay Program is an early intervention service providing support to individuals / families to sustain new or existing tenancies.
Homestay supports individuals / families at risk of homelessness to maintain independent housing providing advice, advocacy and information, and support to access long term sustainable housing. See: Housing Assistance.
Encircle’s Homeless Outreach Assistance Program (HOAP) provides support to individuals / families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the Moreton Bay region.
HOAP assists people to navigate pathways to access accommodation or housing by providing advice, advocacy and practical support. See: Housing Assistance.
Encircle auspices the Service Integration Care Coordinator Facilitator in the Moreton Bay region.
This role provides place-based support to existing care coordination and networking groups across Moreton Bay. See: Housing Assistance.
The Family Support Program at Encircle Pine Rivers provides early intervention support to families to make changes and develop insight in parenting, family relationships and child development.
Family Support assists families impacted by mental health issues, relationship breakdown, social isolation or trauma. See: Family Support.
For individuals, children, couples and families who want to explore personal issues.
This can involve dealing with stressful situations, relationship and family difficulties, or working through life’s challenges. See: Counselling.
What’s On at Pine Rivers / Lawnton
Events
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Conversational English Classes (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaOur conversational English classes are a great way to improve your English speaking and listening skills in a friendly and relaxed group. When: Weekly Tuesday and Friday (during school term) Time: 9:30am - 11:30am Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: No RSVP required. Simply turn up on the day.
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Craft Social Gathering (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaBring your own craft project and come have a chat and a coffee or tea! When: Wednesday weekly Time: 12:30pm - 2:30pm Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: No bookings required. Simply turn up on the day.
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Financial Counselling (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaFree Financial Counselling. Face to face or phone appointments available. When: Thursday fortnightly Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Bookings required. To book call the centre on 07 3889 0063.
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Seniors Morning Tea (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaCome along for a coffee and a chat as we connect, empower and celebrate all seniors in our community. When: Third Thursday of each month Time: 10:00am - 11:30am Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Bookings required for catering purposes! To book call the centre on 07 3889 0063.
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Financial Counselling (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaFree Financial Counselling. Face to face or phone appointments available. When: Wednesday fortnightly Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Bookings required. To book call the centre on 07 3889 0063.
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Wood Burn Art Class (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaLearn a new and fun skill in wood burn art. Everyone welcome. No experience necessary. When: Second and fourth Wednesday of each month Time: 10:00am - 11:30am Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Spots are limited and bookings are required! To register call the centre on 07 3889 0063.
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Games Group (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaJoin us for a relaxed and social morning of board games, card games, puzzles and plenty of laughs. Everyone is welcome. A great way to connect, unwind and make new friends. When: Fourth Friday of each month Time: 10:00am - 11:30am Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Bookings required for […]
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Tax Help (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaDo you need help completing your tax return online? Encircle Community Services is running a Tax Help Program to assist community members complete their tax returns online. Clients will need to bring their MyGov login details and any relevant tax records. Eligibility Criteria: Tax returns must be simple Income less than $70,000 When: Alternating Wednesdays […]
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Book Club (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaJoin our book club for engaging discussions, new perspectives, and great reads! Tea and coffee included. When: First Monday of each month Time: 10:00am - 11:30am Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Bookings are not required. Simply turn up on the day to join.
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You, Me, She (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaJoin us for a morning of good company and fun times! We are an inclusive women's social group that meets the second Thursday of each month. Morning tea is provided. When: Second Thursday of each month Time: 10:00am - 11:30am Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton) RSVP: Bookings required for catering […]
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Flourish Workshop (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaLearn how to flourish and experience enhanced Mental Health and Wellbeing with the PERMA Model. Flourishing is a holistic state of wellbeing that involves: Positive emotions Engagment Relationships Meaning and purpose Accomplishments The FREE four-week group program aims to engage attendees in conversation and activities which enhance our Mental Health and Wellbeing. When: Weekly Monday […]
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Circle of Security Parenting Program (Lawnton)
Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, AustraliaAt times, parents struggle working out what their child needs. Circle of Security is an evidence-based parenting program that helps parents make sense of what their child is really asking from them. This FREE 6 week program supports parents to build healthy and secure relationships with their children. During the Circle of Security program you […]
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