Mai-Wel

25/06/2026

Mai-Wel recently held our first bowling league at Dullboy's Rutherford, and what a hit it was! 🎳

Participants from right across Mai-Wel came together including from Social, Community and Creative Pathways in Maitland and Cessnock, Mai-Wel Academy, Mai-Wel Enterprises, Supported Independent Living and Community Living.

This was our very first week of the league, with everyone showing off their bowling skills, socialising and meeting new faces along the way.

"That was the best, and I can't wait for every Wednesday," Suzie, one of the attendees said.

We are looking forward to watching this league grow 💛

25/06/2026

This morning, our CEO John Cleary presented at the Business Singleton Breakfast, sharing why Mai-Wel is so deeply embedded in the Singleton community 🌟

John spoke about the importance of providing genuine pathways between school and employment, using a wonderful example of a Mai-Wel Academy participant who progressed from our Academy program into Mini Woolies and is now building real workplace experience through that opportunity.

It was a great chance to connect with the Singleton business community and share more about the work we do across the region 💛

24/06/2026

Building skills for work looks different for everyone, and that's exactly what Mai-Wel Academy is designed for 🎓

Through Mai-Wel Academy, participants get hands-on workplace learning experiences across a range of industries including hospitality, retail, facilities maintenance, construction, and stores and packaging.

Every pathway is built around the individual, their strengths, their interests, and where they want to go.

Whether you're still in school, have recently finished, or are an adult ready to take that next step toward open employment, Mai-Wel Academy could be the right fit.

Get in touch with our team to find out more.

👉 mwlfs.com.au/maiwel-academy/

22/06/2026

Getting out into the community is one of life's simple joys, and our Connect to Community program makes that possible 🌏

Participants explore their local area, build confidence navigating public transport and grow their social networks through fun group activities chosen by the group themselves.

Whether it is discovering a new café, attending a community event, visiting a local attraction or simply spending time with friends out in the community, every outing is an opportunity to connect, grow and thrive.

Costs are kept considerate of all budgets. To find out more, visit maiwel.com.au/services/enquiry 💛

22/06/2026

There is nothing better than heading out for your favourite drink and soaking up some fresh air 🥤☀️

Brett, one of our Home and Living Pathways participants, recently did just that. With Mai-Wel by his side, Brett walked from home to his local grocery store, grabbed his favourite drink and made his way back feeling happy, independent and accomplished.

It might sound simple, but for Brett this outing means getting out into the community, moving his body and doing something he enjoys. This is all part of working on his NDIS goal of maintaining his health and wellbeing 💪

And honestly, who can blame him for treating himself 😄

19/06/2026

"𝘈𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘚𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘸, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘸𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘴."

These are the words of Danica Jacinta, the winner of Mai-Wel's Youth Artwork Competition, and they are as striking as the painting itself 💛

Her acrylic painting "Second Sight" was selected from entries across our programs, and it will soon be displayed across Mai-Wel sites for participants, staff, families, and visitors to see for years to come.

Read the full story and see the artwork: maiwel.com.au/news/maiwel-youth-artwork-competition-winner

Meet the Winner of Mai-Wel's Youth Artwork Competition In late 2025, Mai-Wel's Youth Artwork Competition invited young people aged 18 to 25 from across all of our programs to share their creativity with the community. The competition was open to participants across NDIS supports, employment services...

18/06/2026

Mai-Wel's Business Development Representative for the Newcastle and Port Stephens area, Shantel, is currently at the Irrawang and Hunter River High Career Expo.

Shantel is providing her expertise on employment supports for students exploring their options now and after school.

It is great to be able to connect with students in their own environment to discuss the options available to support them with the next steps in their training and employment journeys.

If you are interested in finding out more about our employment programs, visit mwlfs.com.au to learn more!

17/06/2026

Congratulations to Sam, who is celebrating more than 5 years as a maintenance and horticulture employee at East Cessnock Bowling Club! 🌿🎉

Sam is a participant in our Inclusive Employment Australia program, and has recently been offered an additional day's work maintaining the club's grounds, a well-deserved recognition of the contribution he makes.

Sam is also looking to upskill by completing an RSA and RCG course, which he will put to great use in his employment.

With his friendly nature, good humour, and cheeky personality, Sam is a wonderful presence in his workplace.

17/06/2026

Meet Sarah, a school canteen cook in Singleton and participant in our Inclusive Employment Australia program 🍎🥦

Sarah creates weekly menus from fresh produce, packed with vegetables and fruit to give 360 students a healthy, balanced meal every day. She runs and operates the canteen with limited staff and volunteers, and yet the students regularly write thank you letters telling her just how much they love the food.

It is the kind of feedback that says everything.

"When you find something you love doing, it does not feel like work," Sarah said.

The rapport Sarah has built with the students is a true testament to her dedication, and we are so grateful to be part of her journey💛

16/06/2026

State of Origin Game 2 fever has hit Mai-Wel 🏉

The friendly rivalry is well and truly alive across our sites today. After our CEO State of Origin BBQ ahead of Game 1 a few weeks ago, NSW took home the win and now the stakes are feeling even higher this time around.

Take a look at some of the photos from the BBQ with friendly rivalry at its best! ❤️💙

Who do you think will take the win tonight? 👇