Repair Café – opens at Chirnside Park
Have you ever had a favourite item, maybe a piece of clothing or a gadget, break down and feel disheartened that you couldn’t fix it? Well, that’s where the Repair Cafe comes in. It’s an international movement that aims to encourage people to set up Repair Cafes worldwide. With the increased focus on sustainability and […]
Monkami and Cire Training – a partnership making a difference
The Monkami program was created in early 2022 through a partnership between Monkami and Cire. Initially, the program was a pilot that took place during term one and focused on teaching everyday life skills through fun and engaging activities. Since then, it has evolved into a comprehensive ‘Everyday Living and Learning Program’ that covers life […]
Jobs Guarantee for Diploma of Community Services
If you’ve been contemplating a career in the Community Services sector, now is the perfect time to start your training. Thanks to the Jobs Guarantee introduced by the Victorian Government, graduating from the Diploma of Community Services between 1 September 2022 and 31 August 2024 guarantees employment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals starting […]
Cire Community School acquires an additional campus in Monbulk
Cire Services, a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity in the Yarra Ranges is expanding its Community School to Monbulk. This expansion follows the acquisition of the former school grounds of Mountain District Christian School earlier this year. The new campus, located at 325 Macclesfield Road Monbulk and spanning 17.5 acres, boasts incredible facilities, including a […]
Who stole my kid? The words of a parent
At Cire Community School, we strive to provide our students with an inclusive and safe environment that fosters their growth and development. We truly value the feedback and support of our community, which is why we were thrilled to receive an email from one of our parents, Nicole. In her email, Nicole expressed her gratitude […]
5 Reasons Why a Career in Hospitality is Right for You!
Accommodation and Food Services is one of the largest employment industries in Australia. Statistics show employment experiencing large growth by 95,000 (or 11.2%). This is projected to grow by 112,400 (13.2%) over the next five years to November 2026. Cafes, Restaurants and Takeaway Food Services is the largest sector in the Accommodation and Food Services […]
5 Reasons Why a Career in Tourism is Right for You!
Despite the effects of the pandemic, travel and tourism is a sector that has recovered and displayed exponential growth as soon as the lockdown was removed. We as humans love to travel, and that’s why no matter where we come from, travelling is a passion shared by the entire world! In the year ending September […]
Cire goes Bear Grylls, almost
While not with the same hype as a Bear Grylls or a Survivor episode, Cire Community School students have notched up their own achievements in the outdoors this year, well beyond their “wildest” dreams. School camps and expeditions have enabled them to move well beyond their comfort zones and develop soft and hard skills they […]
Making a difference through volunteering
At just 23, Cire Reconnect client and FICE volunteer Bella O’Hara has a list of community involvements that would take most people a lifetime to achieve, plus the unwavering passion to match. Her biggest motivator is her determination to advocate for people with a disability and those with mental health issues, especially men and young […]
