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Enriching peoples' lives through support, advocacy,
partnership and choice

 

Karingal is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of services for people with a disability or mental illness, older Australians and those who are disadvantaged.

 

Latest News

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KarnivART launch sees Zoe recognised Zoe Zanos was announced the winner of KarnivART’13 this year. Congratulations to Zoe on her outstanding piece of work.
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Response to Ford closure MatchWorks response to today's announcement that Ford will ceasing operations in Geelong and Broadmeadows.
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Photo call: Disengaged and disadvantaged people looking for work and Corio Fire Station Fire Fighters MatchWorks General Manager Michael Wasley said that the organisation regularly organised community-based training and experiences with other local agencies to support people in their search for employment.
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Melaluka launched thanks to generous support of the Geelong community Hundreds of Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula residents with a disability and their carers now have access to much-needed respite services following the opening of Karingal’s new facility – Melaluka in Leopold, on April 23.
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Riverview Respite Celebrates Five Years Riverview Respite celebrated its fifth birthday on March 18 with a morning tea.
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Add your voice to the national debate Are you an adult who has a disability or disabling condition in Australia? Do you care for an adult with a disability in Australia?
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Kommercial to build new factory Plans to consolidate Kommercial’s Baxter road and Douro St factories into one purpose built factory were approved by the Karingal Board of Directors.
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Order of Australia for Ian’s leadership Ian Morrison’s incredible leadership of Army pipe bands saw him awarded an Order of Australia Medal recently.
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Rip Curl Pro volunteering for KABLE Karingal Adventure Based Learning Experience participants put on their working gloves for some hard work setting up at the March Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach.
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Upcoming Events

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Geelong Accommodation Project (GAP) Friday, 31 May, 2013, 1:00 PM All welcome to come along and explore and develop new accommodation options for people with a disability.
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For Individuals
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People With a Disability
Karingal creates opportunities & choices for people with a disability to live the life they want. Learn More
 
People with Mental Illness
Karingal's Transcend branch offers a range of flexible services for people with mental illness. Learn More
 
People who are frail aged
Karingal's services for older individuals and their families include respite, carer respite & assistance around the home. Learn More
 
People who need training
Karingal delivers accredited and non-accredited training, provides supported employment and support people of all abilities to find work. Learn More
 
Youth Services
Karingal's Create Youth branch assists young people in transitioning into further education, training or employment. Learn More
 

For Businesses
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Catering and Gourmet Food

Kommercial offers delicious corporate catering for businesses throughout Geelong. Items include:

  • Hot and cold platters
  • Sandwiches, wraps and rolls
  • Drinks
  • Sweets including slices, biscuits and scones.

Gourmet food is also available at our Online Store. Range includes gourmet jams, chutneys, cordials and more!

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Finding Staff

MatchWorks is Victoria's largest employment services provider with over 14 years' experience. MatchWorks has offices throughout regional Victoria and the north and west of Melbourne. If you need staff, MatchWorks provides a quality service to help you fill your employment vacancies FREE of charge.

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Training

Karingal Training is a Registered Training Organisation specialising in a wide variety of training in the community services and employment service industries, as well as a range of vocational short courses. Karingal Training can work with you to tailor a course to your needs, at your office or a Karingal Training venue.

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Packaging, Landcare & Industrial Services
Karingal provides packaging, landcare & industrial services that also provides employment to people with a disability. Learn More
 
Community Engagement

Karingal Foundation

Funds raised by the Karingal Foundation allow Karingal to build new facilities for people with a disability, develop new and innovative services and be involved in community projects that enrich the lives of people with a disability. 

BacLinks

BacLinks is an initiative of Karingal that specialises in educating, supporting and creating opportunities for businesses and community agencies from any sector to engage with each other for mutual benefit.

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