Children’s day
Celebrate Children’s Day on Thursday, November 28, 10.30-12.30pm at Homestead Community and Learning Centre, 30 Whiltshire Road, Roxburgh Park. There will be Fun and interactive activities for children from birth to 12 years
■ playgroups@hume.vic.gov.au
Youth makers market
Support young creatives at the Hume Youth Makers Market! This event showcases the talent and imagination of local makers aged 10-24, featuring handmade crafts, artwork, jewellery, clothing, and more. It’s a wonderful chance to discover unique items while connecting with a community passionate about creativity. At Homestead Community and Learning Centre, 30 Whiltshire Road, Roxburgh Park, on Saturday, November 16, 5-8pm.
■ https://shorturl.at/oaQYm
Young at Heart Games
Step into the spirit of the Olympics as Whittlesea council opens the Young at Heart Games with the lighting of the City of Whittlesea Olympic Torch and a memorable torch walk on Tuesday, November 12. Join local walking groups and community members for this special event, symbolising unity and celebration. Enjoy morning tea and traditional Indigenous games. At Plenty Ranges Arts and Convention Centre (PRACC), 35 Ferres Boulevard, South Morang, from 9am. Bookings essential.
■ 9217 2170
Energy bill help
Are you worried about rising energy bills and unsure how to reduce your costs? Drop in to Craigieburn Library, 75-95 Central Park Avenue, to receive free advice about home electricity and gas bills and learn how to lower your bills. On Thursday, November 21, 10am-2pm. On the day you can speak to staff from Uniting Vic. Tas. Energy Support and the Hume Home Energy Upgrades program. An Arabic speaker will be there to assist.
■ https://shorturl.at/U1SlN
Working bee
Join a working bee at Alister Clark Memorial Rose Garden in Bulla on Saturday, December 7, 10am-2.30pm. Volunteers are encouraged to come along and learn about the roses, perennials and share their love of gardening. Please wear boots or sturdy shoes, a hat and gloves.
■ helenc@hume.vic.gov.au
Community singing group
Join the Broadmeadows Community Singers on Tuesdays at 7.30pm. No previous experience needed, just a love of singing.
■ Sonja, 0429 587 285
Christmas carols
Carols by Candlelight will be back at Craigieburn’s Anzac Park on Saturday, December 7, bringing a sleighful of exciting special guests and all the Christmas trimmings. Pre-entertainment activities begin at 5pm, stage performances begin at 7pm and end at 9.25pm with traditional fireworks.
Chatty Cafe
Join Mill Park library’s Chatty Cafe for a coffee, tea, and biscuits and meet new friends. The cafe is open every Thursday, from 6.30-7.30pm, at 394 Plenty Road, Mill Park.
■ https://www.yprl.vic.gov.au/
TAC L2P Program
The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) L2P Program is a community-based program developed to assist eligible young Victorian learner drivers between the ages of 16 and 21 who do not have access to a supervising driver, or an appropriate vehicle to gain driving experience required for a probationary licence. Volunteer mentors needed.
■ Cynthia Petridis, 0435 653 371
Adult education
Banksia Gardens Community Services is running adult education courses including an introduction to computers and brushing up on English skills.
■ 9309 8531
Senior citizens meet
The Gladstone Park Senior Citizens Club regularly meets for games of bingo, carpet bowls and a chat over a cuppa, at the coroner of Carrick and Elmhurst drives, Gladstone Park.
■Beulah, 0411 422 398
Homestead Walking Group
Enjoy some fresh air, beautiful gardens and meet other locals. Volunteer leaders will meet at the Homestead Community and Learning Centre at 9.30am on Wednesdays for a 30–45 minute walk.
■ https://tinyurl.com/2wbet35x
The Broadmeadows Senior Citizens Club
The club meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and first Sunday of the month. It also has indoor carpet bowls, bingo, and snooker and on the third Saturday, and a dance from 7-11 pm. All are welcome.
■ Liz Munro, 0409 712 613, lizmunro7@gmail.com
Craft and Conversation
Craigieburn library is hosting a Wednesday weekly craft group, from 1-3pm, and everyone is welcome. Join the craft and conversation group and share your love of all things crafty. Bring your current project and make new friends.
■ humelibraries.vic.gov.au
Community lunch in Roxburgh Park
Join the Homestead Team, along with members of the community for a free lunch and make some new friends whilst you’re at it. Lunch will be prepared by the Turkish Women’s Association. The lunch will be held every Wednesday, from 11.30am-1pm, at Homestead Community and Learning Centre, 30 Whiltshire Road, Roxburgh Park.
■ https://tinyurl.com/2wbet35x
Craigieburn Toastmasters
Craigieburn Toastmasters supports community members in developing and practising their public speaking, leadership, and communication skills. It meets the first and third Thursday, from 7-9pm, at the Craigieburn Guide Hall, 33 Hamilton Street, Craigieburn.
Education and community centre
Do you or someone you know need help learning English or understanding technology? Craigieburn Education and Community Centre is offering free beginner English and computer classes to eligible residents. Small, relaxed and friendly classes, drop in and say hello at 20 Selwyn Avenue, Craigieburn.
■ 9308 1477 or https://www.craigieburn.org.au
Whittlesea Historical Society
The Whittlesea Historical Society welcomes anyone interested in the history of the City of Whittlesea area. A meeting schedule is available on the society’s website.
www.whittleseahistoricalsociety.org.au
Indigenous Community Gardens open day
Westmeadows Indigenous Community Garden members are hosting a monthly open day on the first Saturday of each month, 11am-noon, to showcase the gardens at the corner Toora Drive and Redan Court. All are welcome.
■ Eva Mazzei, emmmazzei@gmail.com
Craigieburn Residents Association
Do you live in Craigieburn and wonder what’s happening re-roads and facilities, or have a concern you’d like to raise so it can be addressed? Go along to the Craigieburn Residents Association and tell them about it. The association liaises with Hume council, as well as state and federal government organisations to get the job done. They also give annual donations to a local charity each year. They meet on the last Wednesday of the month at Selwyn House, Selwyn Avenue, Craigieburn, 7.30 p.m.
■ craigieburnresidents@gmail,com, or 0401 369 311
Menergise men’s walk and talk
Every Thursday from 7pm, starting at the Mernda Neighbourhood House. A nightly walk for men to get some exercise and shoot the breeze in the breeze.
■ 0475 454 133
