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Current Media Releases

Doncare is there when it counts - Community can chip in
Manningham  Leader
19 November, 2008

Read case files of problems facing real people who have come to Doncare for help. All those involved are now living a better life thanks to the organisation's lifeline.

Reaching out a hand to help Manningham's less fortunate doesn't necessarily mean you have to give up something of your own or spend your much-needed money.

Family Violence Soaring
City needs help to curb violence
Manningham  Leader
26 March, 2008

Police, who are being swamped with family violence cases in Manningham, are calling for more counselling services.

Driven to help out
Manningham  Leader
5 March, 2008

If you can drive, Manningham needs you. Doncare is desperately seeking volunteers to help elderly and non-mobile residents get to and from social functions and activities.

More families seek Doncare help
Manningham  Leader
20 February, 2008

Doncare gave record numbers pf "back to school" donations to struggling families this year as rising household costs bit hard.

Message Hits Home
Manningham  Leader
16 January, 2008

A parenting program highlighting the dangers of teen alcohol abuse has been hailed a success by Manningham police and parents.

Rapt in festive sort-out
Manningham  Leader
19 December, 2007

Christmas is around the corner and people big and small are making a wish for those in need.

Thanks Manningham
Manningham  Leader
19 December, 2007

The head of Manningham's chief welfare agency has described Manningham residents and businesses as "incredibly generous".

Cheer when things aren't festive
Melbourne Weekly Eastern
11 December, 2007

As the festive season draws near, men and women in the east are being asked to spare a thought for victims of family and domestic violence.

Op Shop Second to none
Manningham  Leader
28 November, 2007

Ten years is a long time in fashion and the Doncare Macedon Square Op Shop has seen it all .

Aim to double help
Manningham  Leader
28 November, 2007

Without help, more families than ever will struggle to make this Christmas a happy time, Manningham's chief welfare agency says.

Tragic Toll From Suicide
Manningham  Leader
14 November, 2007

More than one Melbournian takes their own life every day.

More Angels Needed
Manningham  Leader
31 October, 2007

Doncare's new "big-sister" program has enabled domestic violence victims to help others facing the same ordeal.

Kinder under threat
Manningham  Leader
21 October, 2007

Debate has re-ignited over plans to sell Manningham council land that could force out a kindergarten and the city's chief welfare agency.

Volunteer a Saviour
Manningham  Leader
19 September, 2007

When Grace Superina was hit with an illness after the birth of her second child she said she had a guardian angel at her side.

Carramar family 'day of fun'
Manningham  Leader
19 September, 2007

Lorna Clarkson thinks of her friends at Carramar Day Centre as like an extension of her family.

Help with Raising Teens
Manningham  Leader
12 September, 2007

Some teens begin drinking so young that police are now running alcohol and drug awareness programs for parents of primary school children.

Agency's Stretch to Meet Need
Manningham  Leader
12 September, 2007

Soaring rents and petrol prices are stretching Manningham's primary welfare agency to the limit.

Plea for Volunteers to Keep Op Shops Open
Whitehorse  Leader
8 August, 2007

A desperate plea has gone out for volunteers to help keep two Whitehorse op shops open to bring in much-needed funds.

Cup Runneth Over for Doncare's Tireless Volunteers
Manningham Leader
1 August, 2007

Doncare's long-serving volunteers have been rewarded for their tireless work.

Buddies Program Set Up
Manningham Leader
25 July, 2007

Calling all Manningham angels - your services are required for DAWN - Doncare's new program to support women who have suffered domestic violence.

Some Donation - $100,000
Manningham  Leader
18 July, 2007

A Bulleen club has made a $100,000 donation to Manningham's chief welfare organisation.

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