Mid North Coast Indian Association | MNCIA
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MNCIAMid North Coast Indian Association
🙏 Namaste & welcome — नमस्ते

Where the coast meets the colours of India

The Mid North Coast Indian Association unites the Indian diaspora from Forster to Coffs Harbour — celebrating our festivals, sharing our culture, and passing our traditions to the next generation.

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🪔 Diwali🎨 Holi🏏 Sports Day💃 Cultural Night🇮🇳 Independence Day🎆 Navratri🌾 Onam & Pongal🥁 Garba🕉️ Ganesh Chaturthi🎊 Baisakhi
हमारा सपना · Who we are

Our vision

Our vision is to unite the Indian diaspora scattered across the Mid-North Coast region of New South Wales. Through various events, community services, and partnerships with local groups, we celebrate their diverse and rich culture. Our focus extends beyond the present — we aim to pass on these cherished traditions to the next generation, weaving a vibrant cultural tapestry that strengthens our society.
Port Macquarie coastline
जुड़िए · Get involved

Welcome to our community

Six ways to be part of MNCIA — whether you've just arrived on the coast or your family has been here for generations.

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Become part of our community and enjoy the benefits of membership. Connect with like-minded people and take part in our events and activities.

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Upcoming events

From festivals to sports days to workshops — there's always something happening in our community.

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Volunteer opportunities

Make a difference by volunteering your time and skills. We have opportunities for members who want to get involved.

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Community resources

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Build meaningful connections. Our community is a welcoming, supportive space for all who share our values.

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Membership benefits

Exclusive perks — from event discounts to special resources from our local sponsors.

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उत्सव · On the calendar

Events

RSVP early — our events fill fast. Full details and registration links live in the community calendar.

17
Aug

Sports Day

🕣 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM📍 Charles Sturt University, Major Innes Rd, Port Macquarie

A celebration of energy, spirit, and teamwork! RSVP closes 16 August.

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23
Aug

Cultural Night

🕓 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM📍 St Joseph Regional College, 1 College Dr, Port Macquarie

A celebration of traditions, music, and vibrant performances. Don't miss this joyous night!

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यादें · Memories

A photo collection

Moments from our festivals, sports days and gatherings across the coast.

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🪔 Diwali night
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🎨 Holi celebration
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🏏 Sports day
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💃 Cultural night
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🧺 Community picnic
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🇮🇳 Independence Day
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हमारी टीम · Our people

Meet our committee

Together we grow. Together we thrive.

संपर्क · Get in touch

Contact us

Drop us a line

Mid North Coast Indian Association

PO Box 118, Port Macquarie, NSW 2444
Registered Association INC 2300277 · ABN 79 523 374 195

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🙏 सदस्यता · Join us

Member registration

Whether you're joining for the first time or renewing your membership, it only takes a few minutes.

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New members & renewals

Complete the registration form to join MNCIA or renew your annual membership. You'll get member pricing at events and access to our full benefits program.

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Membership benefits

See everything included with your membership — exclusive discounts from local sponsors, member event pricing, and community resources.

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🙏 सदस्यता · FY2026–27

Membership registration

Register your whole family in one go — up to 6 members. Adults $20 · Seniors $10 · Students (12–17) $10 · Kids under 12 free. Memberships run to 30 June each year.

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Membership rules

  • Membership is available to everyone (including kids)
  • Membership benefits are strictly to be used by the registered members
  • You promise NOT to use or conduct any fraudulent or business activity
  • Any member cannot have more than one Member Account at any time
  • Memberships and any benefits availed from it are strictly for use by the members, and are non-transferrable
  • Membership tenure is limited to a financial year. July to June.
Total membership fee
$20

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आइए · Count us in

RSVP

Let us know you're coming — it helps us plan food, seating and fun for everyone.

🎪 Stalls

Book a stall

Pick your site, pay securely, done — your spot is locked in the moment payment clears.

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Electricity

Minimal power is available onsite. Choose a connection if you need it — or bring your own generator (test-tagged equipment only).

Terms & Conditions

  1. All signage must be provided by the Stall Holder (e.g. menu boards, price signs, etc.).
  2. No other generic products may be sold such as packet chips or chocolate bars.
  3. We encourage collaboration with businesses and encourage to share a stand.
  4. Stalls must be occupied by 10:30 am sharp on Saturday. Set up must be done and ready by 03:30 pm.
  5. All tents/marquees/structures MUST be weighted for safety, no pegging on grassed area.
  6. No cigarettes, tobacco or vaping products, alcoholic beverages are permitted to be sold.
  7. Vendors must behave in a professional and courteous manner.
  8. Stallholders must take direction from the Stalls Coordinator/Festival organizer.
  9. Cancellations must be notified in writing 7 days prior to the event. No refunds will be made after this time.
  10. No refund will be offered to stallholders who do not turn up on the day.
  11. All stallholders MUST minimize waste and use recyclable or compostable materials as much as possible. No single-use plastics.
  12. All oils must be removed from the site at the end of the event. Please do not pour oil/wastewater down drains or onto the grass.
  13. Your site must be left as you found it; bins are provided for public use only, please remove ALL rubbish.
  14. Food outlets with a deep fryer must have a dry chemical powder fire extinguisher on site.
  15. All stallholders must have current $20 million Public Liability Insurance.
  16. Only minimal power is available onsite — stallholders must bring their own generators if power is needed. All electrical equipment must be safe and display a current test tag. Untagged items cannot be used. Contact us in advance if you need help with compliance.
  17. Stallholders must provide their own current tagged and tested power leads and power boards with circuit breakers.
  18. The Stallholder Coordinator will allocate your site location and advise you of this prior to the event. You will actively need to check emails for updates. Bump in and site map will be issued in the week leading up to the event.
  19. The event will be postponed in any bad weather conditions and if it is deemed dangerous to the public, e.g. extremely high winds. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer a refund for a last-minute event cancellation due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. But the event if cancelled will be moved to another date. Your fee will be transferred also. You will be refunded if you cannot make the new date.
  20. Payment should be made for site confirmation.

By proceeding you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms, then you may not apply.

All applications must include copies of the following:

  • Public Liability Insurance certificate ($20 million)
  • Food Safety Supervisor Certificate — where applicable (all food stalls require a qualified Food Safety Supervisor onsite). Apply via Food Safety NSW.
  • Mobile / Temporary food stall approval from Port Macquarie council — apply via Port Macquarie-Hastings Council.

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Sponsorship

Put your business in front of thousands from Taree to Coffs Harbour.

🙋 सेवा · Volunteer

Volunteer with us

Our festivals run on the energy of people like you. Every pair of hands makes the celebration brighter.

यादें · Memories

Festival memories

Moments of light, colour and community from our celebrations across the coast.

Photos from our gallery appear here — add more any time via the Gallery tab or Drive folder.

✨ अनंत ब्रह्मांड · Anant Brahmand

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Blessings of every faith of India

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