The Welcome Experience Griffith Update- Griffith SPring Fling

There is no better time in the Riverina for new arrivals to connect socially with locals. The Welcome Experience social networking program rolled out its Spring Fling events in the western Riverina to celebrate not only the season but also our welcoming communities. These localised activities help new residents build meaningful connections with long-time locals through both existing and focused events.

We have been inundated with activity in the region, commencing with participation in the Onam Festivals across Griffith, Leeton, and Wagga. As Local Connectors, we have joined our new arrivals in multicultural festivals and other local activities, from Park Runs, the Springfest Street Party, and Country Change Expos to more targeted events such as Meet and Mingles, and even Musical Bingo!

“We have reached out to over 100 new arrivals to the Riverina this spring to make sure they find and experience community, not just employment,” said Local Connector Marg Couch.

Attendees ranged from young singles to newly arrived families from across Australia and overseas. These events provided essential workers with the opportunity to mingle and enquire about all the “life stuff” that challenges relocators. They also foster a sense of community belonging.

As the year draws to a close there are still activities on the social welcoming calendar.  For more information contact Local Connectors Marg Couch (Griffith,Leeton) E: po@rdariverina.org.au and Jay Ajayakumar (Temora,Tumut,Wagga) E: coordinator@rdariverina.org.au 

Griffith Community Volunteers at Country Change Expo Griffith