All About The MCA
The Murrumbateman Community Association Incorporated (MCA) is a voluntary, not-for-profit, community-based association promoting a rural-residential lifestyle, recreational activities, services and social value outcomes for the benefit of the Murrumbateman community.
We began in March 1936 as Murrumbateman Agricultural Bureau and Progress Association (MABPA). We assist residents and community groups by providing legal and statutory cover, representation and support, including obtaining grants for community facilities and activities.
Our events allow us to provide donations to community groups for their volunteer services and other event profits are reinvested back into the community.
We consult with community to lobby governments to inform considered strategic planning and delivery of assets to enhance lifestyle benefits for our residents and the wider community. Read more below.
We Support Community
The MCA is dedicated to representing community interests and advocating for public 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. We are supported by real community volunteers and our events showcase local businesses and community groups. Since our inception our events have raised over $1.6 million which has been reinvested into our community to support local groups, recreational and other infrastructure. Our support is multi-facetted being in-kind, volunteering and financial.
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 participating in our key events. Your involvement will ensure your voice is heard to support considered growth for Murrumbateman and strengthen community—all while enjoying yourself and making new friends!
We encourage you to share your skills to help the MCA deliver services and opportunities that you and the community desires for the local character of Murrumbateman.
Our Vision
Our Purpose
Working for the benefit of the Murrumbateman community through support, representation and advocacy of its interests.
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
MCA’s key aim is to support and represent the Murrumbateman community. To do this we hold events during the year: our major annual event Murrumbateman Field Days, twice monthly Village Markets, Community Christmas Carols, Community BBQs and other activities. Any profits generated are reinvested for community benefit.
We also apply for grants to deliver facilities and other improvements, and make co-contributions when we can either in-kind or financial. MCA also offers governance assistance (see our policy below) to other community groups who wish to apply for specific grants.
Many local community groups have received financial support from MCA. Groups include:
- Murrumbateman Lions Club
- Murrumbateman Early Childhood Centre
- Murrumbateman Community Church
- Murrumbateman Public School
- All Saints Anglican Church
- NSW Rural Fire Service
- 1st Murrumbateman Scouts
- Pastel Painters of Murrumbateman
- History Group, Old School Committee
- Murrumbateman Landcare Group
- Yass State Emergency Service
- Yass Lions Club
- Yass Antique Farm Machinery Club
- Yass Valley Youth Council
- Yass Valley Riding Club
- Murrumbateman Men Shed
- Murrumbateman Tennis Club
- Murrumbateman Adult Riders Club
- Murrumbateman Pony Club
- NSW Police.
Supporting the Community
MCA supports the community by advocating for considered planning, development and change to enhance community infrastructure, open spaces and recreation areas while maintaining the attractive rural character setting of our town. We regularly consult with community to find out what is important to them. We forward these collective issues and solutions to relevant authorities for further action.
We have progressed issues with local, State and Federal governments, focusing on what matters to our community, like: a new public primary school (opened 2023), continued lobbying for duplication of the Barton Highway, a Masterplan for Murrumbateman, improvements and delivery of local service and infrastructure, local road safety issues, an all-abilities playground (coming in 2026), new public toilet facilities, protection of heritage items, pedestrian safety issues, more pathway connections, and regular liaision Yass Valley Council to rectify on-ground issues.
Our 2025 priorities for regional and local issues is here REGIONAL LOCAL Murrumbateman priorities – 2025
Our 2025 priorities for road and pedestrian safety as sent to Yass Valley Council is here MCA Murrumbateman Road and Pedestrian Safety Issues
MCA Constitution and Policies
MCA Constitution: Constitution Murrumbateman Community Association adopted 21 September 2023
MCA Strategic Outlook: MCA strategic outlook 2023 – 2028
MCA Policy on grants assistance: MCA policy on assistance to Murrumbateman Community Groups for grants
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