About The MCA
The Murrumbateman Community Association (MCA) is a voluntary, not-for-profit, community-based association promoting a rural-residential lifestyle, and recreational activities and services for the Murrumbateman community.
We began in March 1936 as Murrumbateman Agricultural Bureau and Progress Association (MABPA), and assist community groups by providing legal and statutory cover, representation and support, including obtaining industry and government grants for community facilities.
We Support Community
The MCA is dedicated to representing community interests and advocating for community benefits by engaging with the Yass Valley Council, as well as State and Federal governments.
As a central association for community initiatives, we focus on organizing events and activities that bring people together. Since our inception, MCA events have raised over $1 million, which has been reinvested into recreational facilities and support for local community and sporting groups.
We invite everyone in the community to contribute to the MCA’s vision by attending our meetings, following us online, participating in feedback forums, and joining our key events. Your involvement will ensure your voice is heard, support Murrumbateman’s growth, and strengthen our community—all while enjoying yourself and making new friends!
Additionally, we encourage you to share your skills to help the MCA deliver the services and opportunities that you and the community desire for a thriving Murrumbateman.
Our Vision
Our Purpose
Our Values
- Good governance and compliance.
- Open and fair engagement.
- Integrity, inclusivity and adaptability.
- Respecting and valuing the traditional owners of this land.
- Respecting all people in our community.
- Commitment to the environment.
- Transparent and accountable financial management.
Raising Funds for the Community
The key aim of the MCA is to represent and support the local community.
We do this by holding events throughout the year. This includes our major annual event, the Murrumbateman Field Days, and regular bi-weekly Village Markets and other activities.
Many local community groups receive financial support from the MCA, including:
- Murrumbateman Lions Club,
- Murrumbateman Tennis Club,
- Murrumbateman Community Church,
- All Saints Anglican Church,
- NSW Rural Fire Service,
- 1st Murrumbateman Scouts,
- Pastel Painters of Murrumbateman,
- Murrumbateman Landcare Group,
- Yass SES,
- Yass Lions Club,
- Yass Antique Farm Machinery Club,
- Yass Valley Youth Council,
- Yass Valley Riding Club, the
- NSW Police and;
- other local sporting clubs.
Supporting the Community
MCA advocates for development and change that enhances community while maintaining the attractive rural character setting of our town, for and on behalf of the community.
We have taken up many issues with local, state and federal government, focusing on issues that matter to residents such as lobbying for the reintroduction of a public primary school in Murrumbateman (opened 2023), Barton Highway duplication, a Masterplan for Murrumbateman, improvements and delivery of local infrastructure, including new public toilet facilities at the Recreation Grounds, a new playground, protection of local heritage items, road and pedestrian safety, and negotiations with Yass Valley Council on policy matters that affect Murrumbateman and surrounding areas.
Constitution and Rules
- MCA Strategic Outlook 2023-2028
- MCA Constitution 2023
Meet Our Innovators
Each member contributes their unique expertise and dedication to our shared goals. We’re excited to work together towards making a difference in our community.
Meet The Committee
elected March 2024
Iain McCall
President
Steph Helm
Vice President
Jenny Weekes
Treasurer
Annaliese Caston
Secretary
Bob Evans
Member
Tracey Ewens
Member
Rowan Geddes
Member
