CatholicCare Hunter-Manning

04/09/2026

As we celebrate all the wonderful carers this , read more about how occasional care can make a life changing impact. https://www.catholiccare.org.au/news-events/latest-news/2026/occasional-foster-care-has-a-life-changing-impact/

02/09/2026

We were delighted to welcome Alison Penfold MP for Lyne to our Taree Community Kitchen this week. Alison met with Volunteer Coordinator Halley and our team of volunteers to see first-hand how the Community Kitchen operates, serving up 250 meals a day to those in need.

Alison also made a visit to Coles Taree and learnt how, through the SecondBite food rescue program, surplus fresh produce and quality food items are donated and used by CatholicCare to prepare over 80,000 hot, nutritious meals each year.

Thank you to Alison for taking the time to visit and learn more about our service and helping to raise awareness of the important role that these partnerships play in supporting vulnerable members in our community.

31/08/2026

As we mark Foster Care Week, CatholicCare says a huge thank you to all our wonderful carers.
Whilst we celebrate all that you do this week, we know the valued contributions you make every single day and we say thank you for these everyday efforts that make a real difference in the lives of others.
Find out more about foster care: https://fostercare.catholiccare.org.au/

27/08/2026

Our Taree team is moving next week!
To support our staff with the move, our office will be closed next week from 31 August to 4 September. You can still contact us on 6539 5900.
From Monday 7 September, we can't wait to continue our support of the Taree community from the new home of CatholicCare and Rosewood psychology services - 71 Victoria St Taree.

24/08/2026

We were proud to be part of the annual Hunter Homeless Connect Day for 2026, held in July. Our staff and volunteers provided a free BBQ for attendees and contributed to a day focused on connection and practical support for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Held at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre, this year's event was the biggest yet, bringing together over 5,000 people, service providers, volunteers, businesses and community groups with a shared commitment to supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

Our team spent the day cooking and serving meals, offering a warm welcome and a friendly conversation alongside the many support services available. While CatholicCare was just one of 162 service providers involved, it was wonderful to see so many organisations coming together to provide practical support, community connection and help create a positive day out for attendees.


📸Photos provided by Lee Illfield Photography.

20/08/2026

There's still time to browse the pre-loved book collection, find a bargain and support CatholicCare.

Thousands has been raised for CatholicCare at the Diocesan pre-loved booksale! If you missed out, there are still books available for only $2. The sale will continue Mondays and Fridays until the end of August!

Read more and find out how to get grab a bargain book! https://mn.catholic.org.au/news/pre-loved-booksale-raises-thousands-for-catholiccare/

18/08/2026

CatholicCare was proud to be named a finalist in the Outstanding Community Organisation category at the 2026 MidCoast Business Awards, held in August.

The awards celebrate the outstanding businesses, organisations and individuals who contribute to the growth, vibrancy and success of the MidCoast region. Finalists are recognised for the positive impact they make within their communities and the vital role they play in helping the region thrive.

Our staff joined fellow finalists in celebrating local achievements at the Awards Night.

While we did not take home the award, our staff were incredibly proud to represent our organisation and have our impactful work acknowledged on a public stage.

08/08/2026

As we mark the end of Homelessness Week we're celebrating our community. Through its community kitchens and services, CatholicCare supports thousands of people each year who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Our annual Make a Difference Appeal is one of the ways the Community Kitchens are funded and it's fitting that this week, we reached our target of raising $15,000 for those in need.
Thank you to everyone who has given generously and made a difference.

Hear about the difference you are making from our volunteers on the ground in Taree.

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05/08/2026

A big thank you to Club Forster and Club Taree for their ongoing support of CatholicCare's Community Kitchens through the ClubGRANTS program, with each club providing a generous grant this year.

Both clubs have been valued supporters of our community kitchens for many years, helping us continue to provide free hot meals to people experiencing hardship across the Mid Coast.

Collectively, these two kitchens serve over 1,000 meals every week, yet the services don’t receive government funding. Instead, we rely on the generosity of local businesses, community supporters and our incredible teams of volunteers.

The generous ClubGRANTS funding will help meet growing demand by supporting vital operational costs, volunteer management, packaging and equipment, ensuring our kitchens can continue helping those who need it most.

Pictured is CatholicCare’s Kathryn Osborne at the ClubForster morning tea for ClubGRANTS recipients, held on Tuesday
Photo credit: Club Forster