Upper Hunter Community Services Inc

01/06/2026

💙 Meet the speakers behind our Men's Mental Health Night.

🎤 Joe Williams is a Wiradjuri/Wolgalu man, former NRL player, world champion boxer, author, Adjunct Associate Professor, and founder of The Enemy Within. Behind his sporting success was a lifelong battle with suicidal ideation and Bipolar Disorder. Following a particularly dark time in 2012, Joe dedicated his life to supporting others through mental health challenges, trauma, identity and healing. Through his organisation, he has delivered wellbeing programs to more than 200 communities across Australia and internationally.

🥊 TC Priestley is a former professional boxer, father of five, and Aboriginal Case Worker who is passionate about creating spaces where men can connect, support one another, and have honest conversations about mental health. Beginning his boxing journey at just 12 years old, TC went on to win multiple State and Australian titles before becoming a two-time Australian Super Featherweight Champion and achieving world ranking status.

Together, Joe and TC will share their lived experiences, explore men's mental health, resilience, identity and connection, and challenge the stigma that too often prevents men from seeking support.

Because strength isn't staying silent. Strength is speaking up.

📍 Muswellbrook RSL
📅 Thursday 18 June
⏰ 7:30pm
🍽 Fully catered event

Book your FREE tickets today 👇
https://events.humanitix.com/men-s-mental-health-night-featuring-joe-williams/tickets

28/05/2026

A belated — but very heartfelt — Happy National Volunteer Week to our amazing volunteers 💛

The work you do behind the scenes often goes unseen, but it never goes unnoticed. Your time, compassion, humour, effort and willingness to help others is what helps create such a welcoming and supportive community.

Thank you for everything you do for UHCS and for the people of the Upper Hunter. We appreciate you more than words can say 💛

28/05/2026

Loads of free bread and goodies have landed at the QE2! Come and grab some by 4pm today, or between 9am and 2pm tomorrow!

27/05/2026

A huge thank you to Domino’s Muswellbrook, Double Picc and ZEN WELLNESS CENTRE for generously donating prizes for our Biggest Morning Tea! 💛

We are incredibly grateful for the support of local businesses who continue to give back to our community and help make events like this possible. It’s always inspiring to see our community come together to support such an important cause, with every donation helping us raise vital funds for Cancer Council.

Thank you for helping us make our Biggest Morning Tea a success. We truly appreciate your generosity and community spirit! ☕🍰

27/05/2026

Some conversations can change a life. 💙

This Men’s Health Week, join us for a powerful evening of lived experience, resilience, and connection.

Former NRL player and mental health advocate Joe Williams and former professional boxer and Aboriginal Case Worker TC Priestley will share their personal journeys, speaking openly about the challenges they’ve faced, the lessons they’ve learned, and why reaching out for support matters.

Whether you come for yourself, a mate, a family member, or simply to learn more, this is an opportunity to be part of an important conversation about mental health, wellbeing, and the strength found in connection.

📍 Muswellbrook RSL
📅 Thursday 18 June
🕢 7:30pm
🍽 Fully catered

🎟 Tickets available now via Humanitix 👇
https://events.humanitix.com/men-s-mental-health-night-featuring-joe-williams/tickets

25/05/2026

Unfortunately due to questionable weather we have made the decision to cancel todays Community Courtyard, we look forward to catching up with you all next week when the sun is out!

Send a message to learn more

25/05/2026

Looking for a friendly place to connect with others? ☕💛

Come along to the UHCS Community Courtyard — a relaxed drop-in space where you can enjoy a FREE cuppa, have a chat, and feel part of the community.

Our amazing volunteers and the Warrior Disability Service team help create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to connect, socialise, and simply enjoy some good company.

📍 QEII Building, Cnr Bridge & Market St, Muswellbrook
📅 Every Tuesday
⏰ 10:00am – 12 noon

No bookings needed — just come as you are 😊

21/05/2026

🚨 CALLING LOCAL SCHOOLS, BUSINESSES & ORGANISATIONS 🚨

Upper Hunter Community Services is relaunching The Travelling Trolley — a community food drive initiative helping stock our emergency relief pantry for local individuals and families doing it tough 💛

What many people don’t realise is that our food pantry receives no dedicated funding. We continue to run it simply because we care deeply about our community and know how many people rely on it during difficult times.

We’re currently looking for local schools, workplaces, businesses, sporting groups, and organisations who would be interested in hosting one of our donation trolleys for a pre-arranged period of time.

We provide:
🛒 The trolley
📣 Promotional signage/materials
🚚 Drop off and collection

It’s a simple but powerful way to support local people and make a real difference in our community.

And of course — community donations are always welcome too! If you’d like to contribute, we are always in need of non-perishable food items and toiletries such as:
🥫 Tinned foods
🍝 Pasta, rice & noodles
🥣 Breakfast cereal
🥛 Long life milk
🧼 Toiletries & hygiene items
🍪 Lunchbox snacks

If your school, workplace, or organisation would like to get involved, please send us a message or contact UHCS on 6542 3555 😊

Together, even small donations can make a big impact. 💚

20/05/2026

Parenting can be hard — and none of us come with a manual 💛

Join us for the FREE 123 Magic & Emotion Coaching program, designed for parents and carers of children aged 2–12 years. This practical workshop focuses on managing difficult behaviours, building positive relationships, and helping children learn to regulate their emotions.

Parents will receive:
✨ A workbook to apply the concepts at home
✨ A certificate of completion

📍 Scone Neighbourhood Centre
📅 Wednesday 10th June 2026
⏰ 10:00am – 2:30pm

Bookings are essential as places are limited.

To register or find out more:
📞 Janelle – 6542 3555
📧 [email protected]

OR

📞 Lee – 6545 2562
📧 [email protected]

Please feel free to share with parents, carers, and families who may benefit 💚

18/05/2026

Due to today’s wet weather, Community Courtyard has been cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to seeing everyone back next week ☔💛