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COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Northern suburbs

Plants going cheap

Potted fruit trees, herbs and vegies, ornamentals and many more plants at wholesale prices. One day only – don’t miss it! Corner Belfast Street and Dallas Drive, Broadmeadows, from 9am, November 22.

9309 5111 

Weed war

Friends of Merri Creek invites the community to help clear woody weeds in Block B at Bababi Marning (Cooper Street grasslands). Light refreshments will be provided. Meet at gate opposite 111 Metrolink Circuit (Road Runner factory), in between Transit Drive and Connection Drive, Campbellfield

■ Ray, 0422 989 166

Netballers needed

Plenty Valley Netball Association is taking registrations for new teams and players for the 2015 season on December 6, 11.30am-1.30pm. Bundoora Netball and Sports Centre, Building 203, RMIT University, McKimmies Road, Bundoora.

■ Sue, 9464 0043

Pets’ photo opportunity

Has your pet been good this year? Why not reward them and have a photo taken with Santa! All pets, great and small, are invited – through their owners – to come and be photographed with Santa on November 23, 10am-4pm, at RSPCA Pets Place Epping, 560-650 High Street, Epping. Family and friends are also welcome.

■ 9224 2570

Band to expand

The Western Region Concert Band rehearses on Saturdays from 9am at Errington Community Centre, Princess Street, St Albans. Entry via side gate next to the football oval. Vacancies exist for percussion, brass and sax players. Come along, bring your instrument and play with us.

■ Eddie, 9687 6644

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