Hotel refurbishment helps those in need

An Alice Springs hotel has generously donated 180 desks, 50 chairs and 180 televisions to support Mission Australia’s range of local community programs.

The Crowne Plaza, which is a national supporter of Mission Australia, saw the donation, as an opportunity to help out on a local level.

“We are currently refurbishing our guest rooms and replacing some of the furniture. It just makes sense to pass it on to someone else who can use it,” said General Manager Monique Harmer on Tuesday, when the shipping container of donated goods arrived.

“This is one way we can give back and say thank you to the community in which we operate.”

Mission Australia’s NT Operations Manager Community Services, Brad McIver, said that the furniture will make a valuable contribution to a number of support programs the organisation is establishing in Alice Springs and the surrounding region as part of the Australian Government initiative to help people who are either homeless or at risk of being so.

“There are so many things we take for granted in our daily live that are beyond the reach of others. These donations will really make a difference to individuals and families in the Alice Springs area,” said Mr McIver.

Photo (L to R): Monique Harmer, General Manager Crowne Plaza Alice Springs and Jeff Prossor, Mission Australia’s Alice Springs Services Manager.