Interfaith sports day
Join the Hume Interfaith Network for a fun-filled day to celebrate harmony through sport on Saturday, April 5, from noon-3pm at Kalkallo Recreation Reserve, 45 Toyon Road, Kalkallo. Participants can try a variety of sports and there will also be a barbecue. All ages and abilities welcome.
Easter bonnet making
Get into the Easter spirit by making your own Easter hat during a family-friendly craft event at Mickleham South Community Centre on Wednesday, April 9, 11.30am-12.30pm. All materials are supplied but participants are welcome to bring along any extra materials they would like to decorate with. At 125 Brossard Road, Mickleham.
■ MicklehamSouthCC@hume.vic.gov.au
Repair corner
The Donnybrook Repair Corner is open the first Saturday of every month for residents to come and have their faulty or broken items fixed. The repair cafe will be staffed by skilled volunteers from the community. The next repair cafe will be held on Saturday, April 5, from 10am-2pm, at Olivine estate (next to Shared Cup Cafe), 995 Donnybrook Road, Donnybrook.
■ 9217 2170
Friends of Woodlands Historic Park
You can help preserve Woodlands Historic Park and learn about its history by joining the Friends of Woodlands Historic Park. The volunteers work one day each month in the park on projects including plant propagation and revegetation, weed removal, litter control and other activities. Becoming a member of the group is easy and free and is open to like-minded people who want to take positive action to maintain the environment. You must be 18 years of age or older and enjoy outdoor activities. The group meets on the first Saturday of each month at the Parks Victoria depot off Somerton Road in Greenvale.
■ Bevan, 0468 469 514, or bevan@keepemail.com
Bill support
Are you worried about rising energy and water bills and unsure how to reduce your costs? Drop in to Newbury Child and Community Centre, 440 Grand Boulevard, Craigieburn, on Wednesday, March 26, 10am-2pm, to receive free advice about home electricity and gas bills and learn how to lower your bills. Advisors will be there to help you understand your bills and check for a good energy offer; check you are receiving any concessions you are eligible for; discuss other support available, such as payment plans and relief grants; advise on upgrading to efficient, electric appliances through Hume council’s Home Energy Upgrades program; and assist with disputes with electricity and gas companies. An Arabic speaker will be there to assist.
■ www.eventbrite.com.au/o/hume-city-council-16445167964
Teddy bear’s picnic
Celebrate National Neighbours Day with a teddy bear’s picnic event at Valley Park Community Centre, 44 Village Crescent, Westmeadows, on Friday, March 28, noon-2pm. Enjoy a fun-filled day of picnicking with your favourite teddy bear and celebrating the spirit of community. Bring along your fluffy friend, a picnic blanket, and a smile for a day of activities, face painting and more! It’s a perfect opportunity to meet new friends get to know your neighbours within the community.
■ valleyparkcc@hume.vic.gov.au
Bundoora Probus
Bundoora Probus meets on the second Wednesday of each month at St Peter’s Anglican Church hall, Alma Road, Bundoora, at 10am. Make new friends at excursions, lunches, coffee mornings, walks, craft sessions and Morning Melodies programs. Hear guest speakers at monthly meetings.
■ Leanne 0419 004 997
Craft and garage sale
Bridgewater Retirement Village will host a craft and garage sale, on Saturday, March 29, 9am-noon, at 9 Wedgewood Road Roxburgh Park. Stall holders wanted.
■ Liz Munro 0409 712 613
Young parents group
DPV Health’s Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies program in partnership with Whittlesea council, Brave Foundation and Westfield Plenty Valley is a group for young parents every Thursday, from 10.30am – noon during school term. The group is a supportive space that allows young parents to form friendships and develop their parenting skills. It also allows for their young children to play and socialise with other children. At The Y at Westfield Plenty Valley, 415 McDonalds Road, Mill Park.
■ Asha Robinson, 0491 934 819
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
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.
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.
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.
