Maltese Welfare NSW hosted its second Seniors Mobile Phone Workshop today, 20th October, at Dun Preca Centre, OLQP Greystanes. The guest speaker was David Vasey from Macquarie Community College Blacktown.
We appreciate all attendees who made the effort to join us. David once again delivered an informative and engaging session, and it was heartening to see our seniors actively participating and asking many questions.
A special mention goes to an inspiring 91-year-old lady whose enthusiasm for learning stood out—thanks also to her son for bringing her and for his continued support. These efforts truly make our work rewarding and highlight the need for such workshops within our Maltese community.
Thank you to the OLQP Church for hosting these events and to the staff for your assistance.
We are currently organizing a third workshop for November; further details will be shared soon.
Maltese Welfare NSW organised an information session on Saturday morning, 18 October, at the La Valette Centre Blacktown in the newly renovated hall. The topic of discussion was Wealth Creation—Secure Your Future and Understanding Investment.
Marie Louise Muscat, CEP, DipFP, Fiducian Financial Adviser, delivered a comprehensive presentation and answered numerous questions across a range of subjects. We extend our appreciation to Marie Louise and her team for their commitment in attending the event on a Saturday.
It was particularly encouraging to note the presence of younger members within the audience. We would also like to thank La Valette Social Centre President Antoine Mangion and the Committee for hosting the event and providing invaluable support. Special thanks are due to all volunteers who assisted on the day; attendees enjoyed an excellent selection of Maltese cuisine at lunch
Maltese Welfare NSW is pleased to announce an upcoming information session entitled “Wealth Creation—Secure Your Future and Understanding Investing” The presentation will address key topics including superannuation, salary sacrifice, debt reduction, savings plans, and tax effectiveness.
This event will take place on Saturday to accommodate those with weekday work commitments. It is intended for individuals who are beginning their careers, planning for retirement, or aiming for financial independence. Senior members are encouraged to inform their children and grandchildren about this opportunity to gain financial insights at no cost from bilingual Fiducian Financial Adviser Marie Louise Muscat.
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions during the presentation. Please refer to the attached flyer for further details.
Following the success of its initial workshop, Maltese Welfare NSW is pleased to offer a second opportunity for Maltese seniors to participate in small group sessions focused on learning essential mobile phone functions. This initiative is designed to support participants in staying connected with family and friends, all within a supportive and conveniently located environment. Members of the Maltese Welfare Committee will be available to provide assistance throughout the sessions.
The Tech Savvy Seniors Workshop is on Seniors Introduction to Smartphones
The basics of how to navigate your way around a smartphone with a touchscreen
How to turn the phone on and off
Make and receive calls
Add a contact and look up a contact
Change the volume on the phone
Briefly about apps – what they are, how to download them
Participants must be over 60 years old
Limited number and must register, see details on flyer. Phone Lawrence Gatt 0404 462 344
Maltese Welfare NSW is pleased to offer an opportunity for Maltese seniors to participate in small group sessions focused on learning the essential functions of mobile phones. This initiative facilitates staying connected with family and friends, and conducted in a supportive and convenient environment.
The Tech Savvy Seniors Workshop is on Seniors Introduction to Smartphones
The basics of how to navigate your way around a smartphone with a touchscreen
How to turn the phone on and off
Make and receive calls
Add a contact and look up a contact
Change the volume on the phone
Briefly about apps – what they are, how to download them, and the costs associated with them
Participants must be over 60 years old
Limited number and must register, see details on flyer.
Maltese Welfare NSW conducted an Information Session at the Greystanes Support Group, facilitated by the Maltese Community Council of NSW. This important event was tailored for our senior community members and focused on the Red Cross.
The session was well received, with the audience actively engaging through questions and sharing their experiences of receiving Red Cross assistance while residing in Malta, as well as volunteering with the organisation in Australia. The group expressed appreciation for the presentation being delivered in Maltese. Following the success of this session, Maltese Welfare NSW plans to offer similar talks to other groups.
Australian Red Cross Volunteers Lawrence and Nathalie Gatt provided a comprehensive overview of the history of the Red Cross, its services within the Australian community, and the longstanding connection between Australian Red Cross and Malta, which dates back to the First World War. At that time, troops recovering from the Gallipoli campaign were cared for in Malta, where an Australian recreation hall—funded by the Red Cross—was constructed. Current efforts are underway to restore this historic building.
Today, Malta Red Cross is also firmly established and delivers a wide array of services. The importance of Australian Red Cross Social & Emotional Support Services—including Tele-Chat, Tele-Cross, and Home Visiting programs—was emphasised, particularly for the elderly community. These services, available to eligible recipients under the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), were detailed during the session and are offered free of charge.
Maltese Welfare NSW continues to strengthen its partnership with the Red Cross by providing Maltese-speaking volunteers to assist Maltese clients when needed. Volunteering is essential to the effective delivery of these services, and we encourage all community members to consider the significant benefits of volunteering.
The Maltese Welfare NSW is pleased to announce that the Hon. Ian Borg, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Malta, has established new regional committees aimed at enhancing collaboration between our NSW Council of Maltese Living Abroad and the Government of Malta.
We are also pleased to announce the appointment of two members of our Maltese Welfare Committee, Lawrence Gatt (President) and Sandra Grech (Vice President), as regional committee members of the Council for Maltese Living Abroad (CMLA).
Their extensive experience with the Maltese Welfare Committee over the years will greatly contribute to effectively represent and communicate the needs of our community in NSW.
For more information or to contact , please contact them at :
Congratulations to La Valette Social Centre Blacktown on the success of the L-lmnarja 2025. This event was very well attended with many activities to please young and old. This event celebrates the feast of Saints Peter and Paul, it is one of Malta oldest cultural festivals
Prosit on the new renovations of the hall, what an improvement.
Maltese Welfare NSW are proud to have participated. Thank you to all the people that approached us for informing and those that told us they appreciated our previous help.
Congratulations to Maltese Community Council of NSW (MCC ) who organised the Maltese Heritage Day 2025, this is first time it was held at the La Valette Social Centre, last year it was held at the Humrun Club. This event has again proved to be well attended and was a tremendous success.
Maltese Welfare NSW, information stand, was visited by many people, who appreciated the advice they received on how to access myagedcare services.
This information was available to assist them in independent living in their own home.
Prosit to Maltese Community Council President Miriam Friggieri and her committee and the new La Valette President Antoine Mangion and his Committee.
Maltese Welfare NSW will be holding an Information stand at the La Valette Social Centre, celebrating Maltese Heritage Day Sunday 19th January 2024 organised by the Maltese Community Council NSW.
Information regarding aged care and other services will be available and we look forward to meeting you and help with any inquiries. Come along and enjoy the day and say hello.
