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Making Your Move to Griffith Easier with – The Welcome Experience

Are you an essential worker considering a move to Griffith? We have great news. The NSW Government’s Welcome Experience program is here to make your transition to our wonderful community smooth and stress-free.

What is The Welcome Experience?

The Welcome Experience is a free service that helps essential workers and their families settle into regional NSW communities, including Griffith. Whether you’re a healthcare worker, teacher, aged care professional, or work in other essential services, this program is designed to support you every step of the way.

How Can It Help You?

Our local connector for Griffith and Leeton, Ms. Marg Couch, is ready to assist you with:

  • Finding the perfect home for your family
  • Connecting you with childcare and education options
  • Helping your partner find employment opportunities
  • Introducing you to our vibrant Malayalee community
  • Getting you connected with local sports clubs and social groups
  • Finding healthcare services
  • Supporting cultural connections

Ms Marg Couch
Ms. Marg Couch

Who Can Access This Service?

The service is available to essential workers in:

  • Health
  • Education
  • Aged Care
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Disability Support
  • Child Protection
  • Corrections and Justice
  • Emergency Services

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The Welcome Experience

Success Stories from Our Community

Mr. Dileep Jose & Family, Healthcare Worker – โญโญโญโญโญ

“Relocating to Griffith, NSW, on July 10th, 2023, was a significant step for our family, but The Welcome Experience Team made it a smooth and heartwarming transition. As the first family to benefit from this initiative, we were deeply touched by the care and support we received. Ms. Marg Couch personally welcomed us at the airport, arranged a fully furnished apartment, and guided us through every step of settling in. Her patience, kindness, and unwavering support turned what could have been a stressful move into a delightful experience. From addressing our concerns to making us feel at home, Ms. Marg and her team ensured we could confidently embrace our new community. The Welcome Experience is truly a brilliant initiative, and we are incredibly grateful to Ms. Marg and the team for making Griffith feel not just like a new home but a better home.”

Mr. Dileep Jose and family

Mr. Govind & Family, Registered Nurse – โญโญโญโญโญ

“Our journey to Griffith was made incredibly smooth thanks to The Welcome Experience. From the moment we arrived from the UK, we were warmly greeted at the airport by Ms. Marg Couch, who ensured we had a rental car, guided us through grocery shopping, and took us to our new home on the very first day. On the second day, Ms. Katie Pastro, also a dedicated member of The Welcome Experience, helped us settle in further by assisting with opening a bank account, converting our driving licenses, and navigating Centrelink processes. We also had the opportunity to attend the Griffith Connection event, where I met my newly joined colleagues, making the transition even more enjoyable. This thoughtful and comprehensive support made our move to Griffith seamless and set the tone for a wonderful new beginning in Australia.”

Ganga and Govind
Mr. Govind and Ganga

Mr Manu Francis & Family, Registered Nurse – โญโญโญโญโญ

We are incredibly grateful to the amazing welcome team, especially Marg and Katie, for their exceptional kindness and generosity. When we arrived in Griffith, we faced a challenging situation as the apartment provided by the hospital was under maintenance. Marg and Katie went above and beyond to help us find a new home and guided us through everything from opening a bank account to registering for essential government services. Their unwavering support and selflessness made our transition to Griffith seamless and stress-free. We feel truly blessed to have had them by our side during this time. Thank you, Marg and Katie, for being such wonderful and inspiring individuals. Your help has meant the world to us”


Ready to Make the Move?

Getting started is easy! You can:

  1. Visit www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience to register
  2. Contact our Local Connector, Ms. Marg Couch, directly at po@rdariverina.org.au
  3. Ask questions about life in Griffith and connect with other Malayalee families who have made the move

Our Griffith Malayalee community is growing and thriving. With The Welcome Experience, you’ll have support every step of the way as you become part of our wonderful regional community. Whether you’re still considering the move or have already accepted a position here, we’re here to help you feel at home.

More Success Stories:

The Welcome Experience Success Story Families
The Welcome Experience Success Story Families

Remember, this is a free service designed to make your transition to Griffith as smooth as possible. Join our growing community of Malayalee professionals who are enjoying the benefits of regional living while maintaining strong cultural connections.

Want to learn more? Reach out to Ms. Marg or visit the website today. We can’t wait to welcome you to Griffith.


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