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Merry Makers are unique.  

There is nothing like them anywhere in the world.

They are a diverse group, ranging in age from 6 to 56, most of whom have an intellectual or physical disability, but all of whom refuse to be defeated by the enormous challenges life has dealt them.

The Merry Makers dance.  Anyone who’s ever seen them perform can attest to the fact that they have an amazing ability to lift spirits and put a smile on their audience’s faces.

But that’s not all they do.

What the Merry Makers do best is perform miracles.  Countless times parents bring their son or daughter along to class having previously been given little hope for  their personal development.  And, whilst it doesn’t happen overnight, the regular structure of the rehearsal program provides a wonderful opportunity for the developing social skills of these special individuals.  In a suburban Sydney hall every Saturday both the parent and the child can blossom in an atmosphere of love, acceptance and support.  To the parents, siblings and friends, the gradual and consistent progress of the ‘Merries’ is often miraculous!

A registered charity endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office as a deductible gift recipient,
Merry Makers Australia is run entirely by dedicated volunteers.

 

Merry Maker Rose (Korpatetof)

2009 Release introduced to Australia by Treloar Roses and named to honour Merry Makers Australia.

Bushy upright growth with recurrent semi-double blooms will bring a brilliant burst of colour in the garden. Quite resistant to mildew, this gorgeous floribunda grows only 50cm x 50cm. Looks brilliant planted on mass.

Orders from Treloar Roses

Or contact Janet Macfarlane

 

 

STOP PRESS

Congratulations
to Filmmaker Genevieve Clay
Winner First Prize Tropfest 2009
for Be My Brother
and to the film’s star
Gerard O’Dwyer awarded
Best Male Actor.
All your friends at Merry Makers are extremely proud of your remarkable achievement.   
BRAVO!

The Music In Me
as featured on Enough Rope with Andrew Denton on ABC TV.
A full length version of this multi-award winning documentary film, plus additional never-before-seen footage, is now available on DVD through ABC Stores.


Diary Dates
 
Saturday 11th July 2009
MERRY MAKERS’ TRIVIA NIGHT

Hosted by Anthony Ackroyd
Silent Auction
Lots of Prizes
Hornsby RSL Club
7pm for 7.30pm start

 
News
 

Congratulations from all the Merry Makers to the three new independent dance schools.

 
 
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