News & Events
National Volunteer Week
Somerville volunteers we salute you. In celebration of National Volunteer Week Somerville would like to thank the hundreds of volunteers who support us in the delivery of our programs. Thank you for “Making a world of difference”
Say Hi to the Dry
Come join us for a great community event at Lake Alexander on Saturday 25th May 2019, 10 AM – 2 PM. There will be plenty of free activities for the family to enjoy such as paddle boat, live music, Crock Slip’n’slide, face painting and much more. A sausage sizzle, drinks & smoothies will be available…
Congratulations Jodie Rowe
Congratulations to Jodie Rowe who recently completed her Diploma of Community Services (Financial Counselling). Jodie is based in our Palmerston office and is one of the Financial Counsellors who support callers from across the Territory who contact the 1800 007 007 National Debt Helpline. Congratulations Jodie from all at Somerville. If you or someone you…
Farewell Jill
This week Somerville farewells Jill May Disability Services Coordinator in Katherine after more than 30 years of service. Jill is well known in the Katherine community and has made a significant contribution to the disability sector. Jill will be missed by all at Somerville and we wish her and husband Neville all the best for…
Katherine Movie Day Cancelled
Due to events beyond our control the Somerville NT Youth Week Movie Day in Katherine scheduled for Thursday 18th April has been cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
NT Young Achiever Award for Community Services
Congratulations to Nicole Civitarese, winner of the Somerville Community Service Award at the 2019 Northern Territory Young Achiever Awards. Nicole who lives in Tennant Creek has been volunteering and supporting her local community for many years. Well done Nicole and again Congratulations from everyone at Somerville.
Expanding in Alice Springs
Somerville is expanding its Disability Services Support Coordination Program in Alice Springs and welcomes Bonnie Szabo to the team. The Somerville Team in Alice Springs are excited to be able to expand their supports and are looking forward to further engaging with the local community and providing quality supports to participants and their families. Jarod…
Welcome Catherine
Somerville welcomes Catherine Fairlie, Director of Disability Services to the team.
Financial Counselling Australia (FCA)
Lauren Levin, from Financial Counselling Australia (FCA) recently visited our Financial Counsellors Vicki Borzi and Gene Matangi at our Palmerston Office. FCA is the peak body for financial counsellors in Australia and their role is to support the financial counselling profession, providing a voice in national debates. They also advocate on behalf of the clients of financial counsellors…
Farewell Bonnie
Somerville recently farewelled Bonnie Solly Director of Disability Services. Bonnie joined Somerville in 1998 as a frontline support worker and in 2000 was appointed Manager Disability Services with joint responsibility for the management of staff and performance of Disability Services in Darwin and Katherine. Bonnie was well known in the Northern Territory and her extensive…
2018 NT Young Achiever Awards
Somerville would like to congratulate Phoebe Hooper, winner of the NT Young Achievers Somerville Community Service Award.
NT Ombudsman Office visits Somerville
Recently, Somerville hosted Dez Wilde from the NT Ombudsman Office. On his visit, Dez gave a presentation to the Somerville Management team explaining the role of the Ombudsman’s Office. The Ombudsman investigates and resolves complaints about Northern Territory Government agencies, local government councils and police conduct. Knowing who to contact to raise a question or…
Seniors of Excellence NT Awards
Somerville vice-president Daphne Read has been presented with a 2015 Seniors of Excellence NT Award. The award recognises and celebrates the voluntary contributions that people aged over 65 years make within our community. Daphne was one of eleven amazing people that have served the community in so many ways, often for many years, as ‘quiet…
Katherine Morning Tea
Katherine staff celebrated Somerville’s 50th birthday with a “Garden Tea Party”. There was a big turnout and it was a great opportunity for all who attended to learn more about Somerville’s programs, share information, and of course to celebrate our 50th birthday with a huge cake. See the Katherine Times aticle here
2015 Gran Fondo
In its fourth year, the Top End Gran Fondo invites competitive, amateur and recreational cyclists of all abilities to participate in a community cycling event that showcases the unique NT environment. Six Somerville riders completed the 120km event and another completed a 50km Half-Fondo. Another group of six also competed in the Mini-Fondo. Well done…
