Mai-Wel

27/02/2026

🎈 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 🎈

Come along to explore our site, meet the team, and learn more about the programs and supports available locally.

There will be a number of program preview activities on the day, plus a free BBQ sausage sizzle led by our participants from Thrive Catering!

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, 𝟭𝟭𝗮𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝟭𝗽𝗺
𝟭𝟯 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁, 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗼𝗻

We’ll be showcasing a range of our programs supporting you to learn about pathways to work, participation and community, as well as highlighting opportunities for businesses to get involved.

Find out more and register now: https://events.humanitix.com/mai-wel-singleton-open-day

Meet Mai-Wel's Singleton team, explore the new Singleton site, and learn more about our services and opportunities to partner with us.

26/02/2026

Mai-Wel’s International Women’s Day event is next week, and 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝗻𝗲 💜

Join us for a powerful panel conversation exploring how generosity, opportunity, and support shape women’s leadership journeys, followed by morning tea and the chance to connect with others in our community.

📅 Friday 6 March 2026, 9-11am
📍 Gillieston Heights Community Hub
🎫 Free registration
☕ Morning tea provided thanks to Thrive Catering

Very limited seats remain. Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-international-women-s-day-with-mai-wel

This International Women’s Day, Mai-Wel is hosting a panel conversation exploring how generosity, opportunity, and support can shape women's leadership.

26/02/2026

A large-scale project delivered in partnership between Pacific National and Varley Group has proudly been supported by the team at Mai-Wel Enterprises 🚆

Our supported employees contributed to key components of the wagon restoration project, working with precision and care to ensure everything met high quality standards. Yesterday, members of the team had the opportunity to visit the Varley site and see the some of pieces come together on the wagons, which was a proud moment for everyone involved!

Being able to witness the finished outcome reinforced the value of their work and the important role social enterprise plays in large industry partnerships.

Projects like this demonstrate the capability, reliability and skill of our workforce, while creating meaningful employment opportunities.

Thank you to Pacific National for partnering with Mai-Wel Enterprises and supporting inclusive employment in action 💙

25/02/2026

👋 Meet Danielle Jacobs, a Job Coach with our Mai-Wel Academy team.

Danielle first came into the disability sector through a Plan Manager role and quickly discovered a passion for supporting people. Moving into face-to-face participant support confirmed she was exactly where she was meant to be!

A recent highlight was seeing an Academy Prep participant gain employment with a business Danielle had approached about work experience. Watching that partnership turn into a real job and seeing the participant’s confidence grow made it a proud moment.

“𝘍𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦” in Danielle’s work looks like building strong community links with local businesses and creating practical pathways through programs like Academy Prep and Friday Social. She values consistent groups where people feel comfortable, friendships grow and supports can be tailored to each person.

Danielle also loves using simple online learning tools to keep sessions engaging and matched to each participant’s interests. After work, she switches off with a walk with her border collie Molly or some baking in the kitchen 🐾

25/02/2026

Big news for Mai-Wel in 2026! 🎉

The Maitland Rugby Club Blacks has named Mai-Wel as its official charity partner for the year, and we are excited to team up to create more inclusive opportunities across the Hunter.

Together across the season, we will:
🏉 Make game days more inclusive and welcoming
💼 Build employment and work experience pathways
🤝 Strengthen community participation and connection
💙 Raise funds to support inclusive programs across our region

We cannot wait to share more about this exciting partnership in 2026.

Read more about the partnership here: https://maiwel.com.au/news/maitland-blacks-mai-wel-charity-partner-2026

25/02/2026

We are teaming up with Corner House Services to welcome The Low Bar Chorale in 2026 and we can’t wait to sing with you 🎤✨

Whether you’re a seasoned singer or someone who just loves belting out a tune, Low Bar Chorale is all about community, connection and having fun together. No pressure, no judgement, just music that lifts the room.

Grab your spot and join us for an unforgettable night: https://events.humanitix.com/low-bar-chorale-2026

24/02/2026

Our participants have been making the most of the outdoors, trying new things and building confidence along the way ☀️

🌊 Nicholas and Lochy, along with other participants in our Be Active program, enjoyed a refreshing day at the ocean pools. The Be Active program continues to create opportunities for participants to engage in movement in ways that feel safe, enjoyable and empowering.

🚆 Bill requested to go on a train ride during his 1:1 day in the community. He tapped on with his Opal card, waited patiently on the platform and enjoyed watching the world go by as he travelled to Newcastle. After enjoying his packed lunch, he headed back to Telarah Station, and the day was made even more special when he met the train driver, Bob.

🎣 John and Tom enjoyed a relaxed afternoon fishing, with fresh air, good company and a proud moment reeling in a fish. There were plenty of smiles and lots of laughs while they enjoyed being outdoors and giving something new a go🐟

Outings like these support important goals for our participants, accessing the community, remaining active and building confidence. We love seeing goals in action and participants enjoying their community 😊

23/02/2026

🤝Employment support works best when people feel safe, respected, and believed, especially when they are navigating change, confidence dips, or past experiences that have made it harder to ask for help.

That’s why it meant so much to hear a participant describe our Inclusive Employment Australia team as "𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘆".

We earn participant trust through consistent check-ins, honest conversations, and real follow-through over time.

If you'd like to learn more about our Inclusive Employment Australia opportunities for job seekers and employers, check out our website: https://mwlfs.com.au/inclusive-employment-australia/

23/02/2026

Singleton Transition to Work participant, Ella has been working with her Youth Support Mentor, Eden to identify and plan to achieve her goals and she is smashing them!

This month alone she has gained her Provisional licence and has enrolled in a Certificate III in Individual Support to upskill and increase her career potential.

Well done Ella, we are so lucky to be a part of your employment journey 👏

Aged 15-24 and looking for support to build your career? Find out more about Transition to Work with Mai-Wel: https://mwlfs.com.au/transitiontowork/

23/02/2026

In 2025, Mai-Wel delivered more than 386,000 hours of NDIS support 💙

What does that mean in real terms? Thousands of everyday moments where participants were supported to work towards their goals, in ways that suit them ✨

These are the hours our teams spend delivering direct NDIS supports with participants. That support can look like building daily living skills, getting out into the community, trying something new, strengthening confidence, and having the right support in place to take the next step.

This figure reflects NDIS delivery only and does not include the hours delivered through our non-NDIS services, supporting young people, parents and carers, and job seekers to work towards their goals.

We’re proud of what sits behind this number: people showing up, making progress, and being supported to live a life that feels more connected, more capable, and more their own.

21/02/2026

✨David recently set himself a big creative goal: to design and sew a wearable cosplay cape inspired by Doom Eternal.

With support through Mai-Wel’s Open Studio program, he turned that idea into a finished, high-quality piece he can proudly wear!

When he started, garment making felt overwhelming. David had no prior sewing experience, and the materials, machines and techniques were all new. Working alongside an art mentor, he broke the project into clear, achievable steps and built his skills one stage at a time.

We are so proud of what David has achieved🎨

Read more about David's Open Studio success: https://maiwel.com.au/news/david-brings-a-cosplay-cape-to-life-through-open-studio/

20/02/2026

Lily House was full and fun on the weekend, with everyone working together to make it a great day ☀️🏡

Residents got stuck into household chores, enjoyed morning tea with a visitor and made time for a little pampering too. Self-care and personal presentation are an important part of daily living, and it was lovely to see everyone feeling relaxed and proud.

Lily House has also been navigating some big changes recently, welcoming new housemates. The ladies have been incredibly welcoming and have shown real flexibility as the household begins a new chapter💛