When is the Shining Stars Community Lunch held?

The Shining Stars Community Lunch is held every Monday (excluding public holidays) at the Claymore Opportunity Hub from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. It's a free meal where you can connect with your community and discover local services and programs.

What youth programs are available at Claymore?

The Claymore team runs youth programs during school terms. Contact the team for more information about current youth program offerings.

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Claymore Community Programs

Q: How do I get a free food hamper at Claymore?

Free food hampers are available every Monday (excluding public holidays) through the Oz Harvest Food Express program. Collect a ticket from the front desk between 12:00pm and 12:30pm. Hampers are distributed from 1:00pm after the community lunch, with ticket numbers called to ensure fairness.

Q: What is included in the food hampers?

Food hampers include a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, bread, and occasional treats, thanks to generous donations from Oz Harvest.

Our team at Claymore offers a variety of programs that support social connection, wellbeing, and community engagement for all age groups. Weekly events include a free community lunch and food hamper distribution, providing both nourishment and a chance for residents to connect. The team also runs youth programs during school terms.

Read below to learn more about what our team at Claymore has to offer you.

Our Claymore Services

Free Food Hampers

Our Claymore team offers free food hampers through the Oz Harvest Food Express program every Monday (excluding public holidays).

Thanks to generous donations from Oz Harvest, these hampers include a variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, bread, and occasional treats. To receive a hamper, simply collect a ticket from the front desk between 12:00pm and 12:30pm. Hampers are then prepared and handed out from 1:00pm.

To ensure fairness for everyone, hampers are distributed by calling ticket numbers after the community lunch has been served and finished.

Shining Stars Community Lunch

Start off your week with a warm, free meal and great company every Monday (excluding public holidays) at the Claymore Opportunity Hub from 12:00pm to 1:00pm!

Hosted by Shining Stars, this lively lunch is the perfect opportunity to connect with your community, enjoy a friendly atmosphere, and discover local services, events, and programs that could open new doors for you.

Meet Our Claymore Team

Where we are located

Services

Community & Youth Team

Supported Playgroup

Community & Youth Team

A welcoming playgroup for children 0–5 and their carers, using songs, stories, and the Child Parent Mother Goose program.

Holsworthy OOSH

Vacation Care

Holsworthy OOSH

Our service provides a welcoming and safe environment for children to engage in activities that enhance their self-help skills, cognitive development, and fine and gross motor skills through play-based learning. Children also have the opportunity to participate in excursions, giving them new experiences and helping to build social and life skills in real-world settings. Our program is based at our Holsworthy OOSH Centre, where children can explore, learn, and grow in a supportive and engaging environment.

Holsworthy OOSH

Before and After School Care

Holsworthy OOSH

Our Before and After School Care offers a safe and friendly space where children can relax, learn, and have fun outside of school hours. The program combines play-based activities that support physical, cognitive, and social development with access to computers and homework support. Children are encouraged to explore their interests, build confidence, and enjoy a balanced mix of learning and recreation in a supportive environment.

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Supported Accommodation

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The Junction Works has several Supported Independent Living homes throughout South West Sydney and we are ready to support you, or your loved ones with respite and emergency accommodation.

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NDIS Assistance Program

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We can support you to apply for the NDIS, assisting you to understand and utilise your NDIS Plan, and support you with NDIS reviews.

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Support Coordination

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The Junction Works friendly and experienced team of Support Coordinators can support you to maximise your NDIS Plan and supports.

Community & Youth Team

Skill Development Workshops

Community & Youth Team

Informative and fun workshops for primary and high schools based on contemporary topics such as bullying, mental health, social media, healthy relationships, anger management, drugs, and alcohol.

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School Leavers Employment Support (SLES)

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School Leavers Employment Support (SLES) involves helping prepare participants transition from school into the workforce. Participants will be provided with new skills that will help support unique pathways to employment. Participants will also be able to develop partnerships with various job providers and learn more about being a part of the workforce. Aimed at students in year 11 and 12.