“Proudly delivering accessible, high quality
services in our community since 1974”

Riverwood Community Centre Services

Riverwood Community Centre has been at the heart of the local community for more than 40 years, providing a range of valuable and high-quality programs for individuals, families and community groups in a caring and inclusive environment.

We encourage, empower and support our local community, we respect and celebrate our rich cultural diversity, embrace our volunteers and encourage participation, connection and inclusion within our community.

Riverwood Community Centre has a passionate team of skilled staff and more than one hundred valued volunteers. Our focus is to deliver community programs and support that meet the needs of our community through our:

  • Aged and Disability Services
  • Child Youth and Family Services
  • Community Programs including our Information and Referral Service
  • Support for voluntary community groups that work with us on projects and events within our community

Our programs and services are delivered through our three Community Hubs at Riverwood Community Centre, Punchbowl Community Centre and Thurlow Community Hub, as well as locations in Panania and Milperra. More than 2,000 people pass through our doors each week.

Our Vision

All individuals in the areas Riverwood Community Centre services, will have the capacity to meet their own needs and develop a safe community they are happy and proud to live in.

Our Values

  • Encourage, empower and support community participation
  • Enable people to make their own choices.
  • Prioritise those with the highest level of need and vulnerabilities.
  • Respect and celebrate diversity and provide services that are inclusive and sensitive.
  • Deliver accessible, high quality services in caring, safe environments which create a sense of well-being.
  • Respond and be accountable to our communities and funding bodies.
  • Manage resources efficiently and effectively.
  • Value and respect staff and volunteers.

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