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Reconciliation Survey 2023

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Melton City Council is currently seeking feedback from all community members to help shape it’s Aboriginal reconciliation work. Reconciliation Australia tell us that reconciliation is about strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-indigenous people, for the benefit of all Australians. Council knows this work is important and we are developing a new Reconciliation Strategy and Action Plan which will outline our commitments to reconciliation with Traditional Owners and local First Nations community.

Council wants to know what you see as important to advance local reconciliation work and invites you to complete a survey at Reconciliation Action Plan | Melton Conversations where you can share your thoughts on what we can do locally to progress our reconciliation journey. The survey is open throughout March 2023. The survey will help Council identify priorities and actions that will be included in its Reconciliation Strategy and Action Planning. Possible actions will demonstrate respect for First Nations rights, culture, history and community and commitment to the goal of progressing reconciliation between all Australians and First Nations people.

Completing the survey will put you in the running to win one of six $50 shopping vouchers which will be awarded at the end of March. Please share this information with your networks and get the conversations started about local reconciliation action.

If you would like to talk to someone about this work, please contact shanee@melton.vic.gov.au or via 9747 7200.

Bridge Road Community Repair Café

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Do you have any household items that are broken or need mending? Do you want to save money on unnecessary purchases and repair these items for free? Bring them along to the Community Repair Café at Bridge Road Children’s & Community Centre on the last Saturday of the month and speak with one of our amazing volunteer fixers!

Council’s Repair Café provides an opportunity to meet people with an interest in tinkering and do-it-yourself repairs. It is a great way to build relationships, share knowledge and get to know people in your community.

Working with a team of skilled volunteers to create a vibrant, welcoming space for the local community, the Community Repair Café is a community driven project coordinated by Western Heath and Lendlease and supported by Melton City Council.

The Repair Café takes place on the last Saturday of the month from 9am-11am on the dates below. No session in September due to AFL Grand Final long weekend.

 

Harmony Week Children’s Poster Competition – NOW CLOSED

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Celebrate Harmony Week by showing us what harmony and diversity means to you for a chance to win an array of art supplies!

To enter, simply design a poster that celebrates diversity and brings together the community from all different backgrounds. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone.

Melton Central Community Centre is hosting a series of open studio time where you’re welcome to come and work on your artwork for your entry. Book your space at these open studio times here.

The competition is open to City of Melton residents under 8 years age group and the 8 – 12year age group. Prizes will be awarded for these two groups.

Entry forms can be picked up from the Melton & Caroline Springs Libraries, your local Community Centre or downloaded here.

Posters must be A4 or A3 size only.

Posters with entry forms must be submitted by Friday 10 March 2023 to either the Melton & Caroline Springs Libraries.

Winners will be announced at Melton City Council’s Harmony Day Festival on Saturday 18 March at the Willows Historical Park, Melton. Each winning artwork with have their pieces displayed at the Harmony Day Festival.

For more information, contact us on 9747 7200 or visit your local community centre or library.

Good Luck!

Neighbour Day 2023

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Neighbour Day was was launched in Melbourne in 2003 as an opportunity to ‘check on your neighbour’ and is a year-round campaign with a dedicated day-of-action celebrated on the last Sunday of March annually.

This year Council is celebrating Neighbour Day at a number of community centres around the municipality with free morning teas and activities for the whole family!

This annual day of celebration, organised by Relationships Australia, is a social connection campaign that aims to support and enable sustainable respectful relationships across communities, while also helping to address loneliness across the nation.

We look forward to celebrating with you to mark this special milestone whilst strengthening our connections with you and other locals. Bookings are required.

FRIDAY 24 MARCH
Botanica Springs Children’s & Community Centre  – 249 Clarks Road, Brookfield 3338
Free Activities for the whole Family

  • Time: 6pm – 7.30pm
  • BOOK

WEDNESDAY 29 MARCH
Stevenson House – 10 Stevenson Crescent, Caroline Springs 3023
Free Morning Tea and Children’s Activities

  • Time: 9am – 11am
  • BOOK

 

Celebrate International Women’s Day in 2023!

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Melton City Council are pleased to be celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) once again in 2023.

This important annual event takes place each year on March 8 and is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.

The theme for IWD in 2023 is #EmbraceEquity. For International Women’s Day and beyond, let’s all fully #EmbraceEquity. Equity isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a must-have. It is critical to understand the difference between equity and equality. IWD 2023’s campaign theme aims to get the world talking about why “equal opportunities are no longer enough.” Read more about this here.

Bookings are required for most events. With limited spaces available in each event, it is recommended that you book early to avoid disappointment.

THURSDAY 2 MARCH
International Women’s Day Annual Dinner
Melton Zonta Club and Melton Phoenix Football Club are hosting their annual International Women’s Day Dinner with guest speaker Rosie Batty.
Rosie Batty is a leader in the crusade against domestic violence, especially women and children and has turned her personal tragedy into a fight to help others.

  • BOOK
  • TIME: 6:30pm
  • VENUE: Witchmount Estate

 

WEDNESDAY 8 MARCH
International Women’s Day Morning Tea at Melton Central Community Centre
Melton Central invites you to celebrate International Women’s Day, a global day of celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The theme this year is #EmbraceEquity, Equity isn’t just a nice to have, it’s a must-have.

Our friendly Council Officers will host a free scone baking session, followed by morning tea and an open art session where you are invited to contribute to a community art project celebrating the influential women in our lives. Get to know people in your local area whilst truly embracing equity. You’ll also have a chance to win our door prize, which is a $50 voucher for Bunnings Warehouse!

  • BOOK
  • TIME: 10am -11am
  • VENUE: Melton Central Community Centre

International Women’s Day Panel and Morning Tea – Western Bulldogs Community Foundation
Western Bulldogs Community Foundation presents ‘The Power of Embracing Equity’ – an International Women’s Day Panel Event and Morning Tea. Hear from a panel of inspirational leaders and celebrate the incredible women within our community.

  • BOOK
  • TIME: 10am -12pm
  • VENUE: Footscray Community Arts Centre

 

FRIDAY 10 MARCH
International Women’s Day Morning Tea at Taylors Hill Youth and Community Centre
Melton Central invites you to celebrate International Women’s Day, a global day of celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The theme this year is #EmbraceEquity, Equity isn’t just a nice to have, it’s a must-have.

Join us for an informal morning tea, get to know people in your local area whilst truly embracing equity. You’ll also have a chance to win our door prize, which is a $50 voucher for Bunnings Warehouse!

  • BOOK
  • TIME: 10.30am -11.30am
  • VENUE: Taylors Hill Youth and Community Centre

Drawing the Line: In Conversation with Maxine and Isobel
Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day! This year’s theme is Cracking the Code: innovation for a gender equal future.
Come along for a special evening celebrating the journey and careers of award-winning artist and author Maxine Beneba Clarke, and award-winning artist and animator Isobel Knowles. Hear them discuss the challenges and triumphs they have experienced in their careers, followed by an audience Q & A.

  • BOOK
  • TIME: 6pm – 7.30pm
  • VENUE: Online/Virtual

 

SATURDAY 11 MARCH
Toolren Creek Park Run for International Women’s Day
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Grab a post parkrun coffee at Urban 35, 1/222 Ferris Rd, Melton South. There is seating inside and outside – please come and join us! This run will be in support of International Women’s Day

  • BOOK
  • TIME: From 8am
  • VENUE: Toolern Creek Park (Bridge Road Athletics and Hockey Facility)

The Friends of the Melton Botanic Gardens 2023 Activity Calendar

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The Friends of the Melton Botanic Club, develop and maintain the Melton Botanic Garden. Throughout the year they run a range of activities including: Grow the Garden and Clean Up Day.

Some key programs are listed below and the full range can be viewed via the program via PDF. For some further information on the Melton Botanic garden please view this brochure. If you would like to join the Friends of Melton Botanic Gardens Membership please visit here.

Please note:

  • You must be a member to participate their field trips
  • Calendar subject to minor change – please check website for updates
  • Dates and speakers may change depending on unforeseen circumstances please check website for updates
  • Volunteer – see website for details

Contact Details:
Email: friends@fmbg.org.au
Call: (03) 9743 3819
Website: fmbg.org.au

FEBRUARY
Sunday 12 from 10am – 12pm: Clean Up Day at the Melton Botanic Garden or Sustainable Living Festival – Guided Tour of the MBG
Sunday 26 from 10am -12pm: Grow the Garden at the Melton Botanic Garden

MARCH
Sunday 5 from 10am-12pm: Clean-Up Australia Day at the Melton Botanic Garden
Wednesday 8 at 7.30pm: Meeting and Speaker: Karen Sutherland Topic: Sustainable Garden Design for your home

MAY
Wednesday 10 at 7.30pm: Meeting and Speaker: Robin and Jen Stewart Topic: Western Australia Trip

AUGUST
Saturday 26 from 10am – 12pm: 38th Western Garden Conference – Jane Edmanson, Simon Rickard and Tim Entwisle – FMBG Hosting Conf

NOVEMBER
Sunday 19 from 9am – 5pm: FMBG Field Trip – Parwan Grasslands Walk

Free WorkSafe White Card Training January – March 2023 – CLOSED

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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

To get a job on a construction site you must have a Construction Induction Card (White Card). Melton City Council is offering free White Card training.

You will learn about the basics of OH&S principles, emergency procedures, hazards, risks and more. After the session a recruitment specialist will give you information about employment opportunities and pathways. Eligibility requirements will apply for participants. Interpreters will be available on the day. Classes are in English.

For more information please contact us via phone or email.

  • PHONE: 0402 309 321
  • EMAIL: mld@melton.vic.gov.au

 

 

January 2023 School Holiday Activities

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The new year is well and truly upon us and we are excited to share some fun summer school holidays programs that are featuring these school holidays!

Join us throughout the holidays to enjoy a range of different programs and events including a scavenger hunt, cooking classes, Zumba, arts an craft and so much more!

All available programs are listed below and via the programs page of our website. You can also browse the program via PDF. Click the link under each listing below to secure your or your child’s space before they’re all gone! Bookings are now open!

SATURDAY 7 JANUARY

Community Repair Café – Bike Maintenance 

  • Location: Strathtulloh
  • Time: 2pm – 4pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: All Ages
  • BOOK

MONDAY 9 JANUARY

Zumba Gold Classes

  • Location: Hillside
  • Time: 10am – 11am
  • Cost: $5 per class
  • Age Group: Adults
  • BOOK

DIY Tie Dye Calico Bags

  • Location: Melton
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: $5
  • Age Group: 6 – 15 years
  • BOOK

Zumba Kids

  • Location: Hillside
  • Time: 11.15am – 12pm
  • Cost: $18
  • Age Group: 6 – 12 years
  • BOOK

TUESDAY 10 JANUARY

Dumpling Making for Kids – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Fraser Rise
  • Time: 9am – 10.30am
  • Cost: $10
  • Age Group: 7 – 12 years
  • BOOK

Pizza Making for Kids – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Fraser Rise
  • Time: 11am – 12.30pm
  • Cost: $10
  • Age Group:  7 – 12 years
  • BOOK

THURSDAY 12 JANUARY

Healthy Burgers & Fruit Skewers Cooking Workshop – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Melton
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 8 – 12 years
  • BOOK

FRIDAY 13 JANUARY

Come and Play Session

  • Location: Caroline Springs
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: $2
  • Age Group: 3 – 12 years
  • BOOK

MONDAY 16 JANUARY

Zumba Gold Classes

  • Location: Hillside
  • Time: 10am – 11am
  • Cost: $5 per class
  • Age Group: Adults
  • BOOK

Arts & Crafts – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Melton
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 6 – 12 years
  • BOOK

TUESDAY 17 JANUARY

Healthy Pizza Cooking Workshop – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Kurunjang
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 8 – 12 years
  • BOOK

Paint your Own Mug

  • Location: Eynesbury
  • Time: 11am – 12.30pm
  • Cost: $5
  • Age Group: 8 – 12 years
  • BOOK

FRIDAY 20 JANUARY

Kids Healthy Cooking – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Strathulloh
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 8 – 12 years
  • BOOK

MONDAY 23 JANUARY

Fun Outdoor Games

  • Location: Eynesbury
  • Time: 11am – 1pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 4+ years
  • BOOK

Zumba Gold Classes

  • Location: Hillside
  • Time: 10am – 11am
  • Cost: $5 per class
  • Age Group: Adults
  • BOOK

Arts & Crafts – SOLD OUT

  • Location: Melton
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 6 – 12 years
  • BOOK

TUESDAY 24 JANUARY

MTC Scavenger Hunt 

  • Location: Melton
  • Time: From 10am
  • Cost: FREE
  • Age Group: 5 – 15 years
  • BOOK

Term 1 2023 Centre Programs & Events

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Our team are excited to let you know that bookings for our Term 1 programs and events for 2023 are now open!
We are ecstatic to welcome you back for many old favourites like yoga, sewing, Zumba, cooking, music classes, children’s development programs and much more! We’re also excited to offer a range of new programs including adult cooking workshops, terrarium workshop, plus so much more.
Find out what’s happening at your closest centre by clicking the links below.
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CAROLINE SPRINGS
STRATHTULLOH
DIGGERS REST
EYNESBURY
FRASER RISE
HILLSIDE
KURUNJANG
TAYLORS HILL
AINTREE
BROOKFIELD

MELTON

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2022 Melton City Christmas Lights Competition – NOW CLOSED

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To celebrate the upcoming holiday season, we’re giving you the chance to share in $1000 worth of prizes by decorating your house with festive light displays!

To enter, simply submit a photo of your house beautifully decorated under any of the following competition categories.

  • Most TRADITIONAL Light Display
  • Most COLOURFUL Light Display
  • Most ENERGY EFFICIENT Light Display

You can enter any or all categories you think apply to your festive display.

Submitted entries will be judged by a competition panel and a winner selected for each category. Each winner will receive a $250 voucher to a local restaurant to enjoy a meal with family and friends and each runner up will win a Hamper! Competition open to City of Melton residents only.

Competition closes 5pm, Monday 12 December. Winners will be notified by Thursday 15 December.

Christmas Light Safety

Each year Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) responds to electrical incidents caused by faulty or non-compliant electrical equipment, including Christmas lights and decorations.

When putting up and using Christmas lights and decorations ESV have some safety tips to ensure your Christmas doesn’t end in disaster. You can read these tips via the ESV website and PDF via the links below.

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