BINC offers an information and referral service that helps people find information they need on:- community services, local associations, self help groups and leisure activities.
It is a great place for those who are new to Bathurst and want to access local networks and services; also for those who have a need or query and are not sure where to go for help or support.
For those who wish to expand their interests and activities or wish to contribute to the community through volunteering, BINC can help you investigate the possibilities.
Home and Community Care (HACC)
HACC training provides training and resources to volunteer involving organisations receiving HACC funding within Central West NSW. Funding provided by NSW Government Human Services, Ageing, Disability and Home Care.
Oberon Neighbourhood Centre
Provides an information and referral service. ONC provides information about local associations, interest groups, leisure activities, self help groups and community services. ONC works with community members and organisations to identify and to address needs. Funding provided by NSW Government Human Services, Community Services, Community Builders.
Co-located services at BINC
DIAS
Disability Information Advocacy Service is a support and advocacy service for people with disabilities, their families and carers.
MERIT
The programs provide the opportunity for adult defendants with alcohol or drug abuse or dependence problems to work towards rehabilitation, on a voluntary basis, as part of the bail process.
Josephite Foundation No Interest Loans Scheme
Provides loans of up to $1000 for low income earners who are on Social Security benefits.
Step Up Loans
Provides low interest loans between $800 to $3,000 for individuals or families holding a current Centrelink Health Care card.
University of the Third Age
Conducts many of its classes at BINC and also uses BINC as a mailing address and messages centre.
Access policy. Approximately one hundred other community groups use the services of BINC in a range of ways. Although we request a donation for the use of rooms and office space, it is purely voluntary, as we wish to make our service accessible to all and would not like to exclude any group or individual on any basis particularly financial.