Category: Creative & Culture

Term 2 2024 Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose
Bookings in Council’s community centre based programs and events for term 2 2024 are now open!
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You’ll find all of your favourites like sewing, yoga, kids’ programs, music groups, line dancing, and Zumba returning in April.
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If you’re on the lookout for something new you might find excitement in our Thursday social night in Hillside, our CreateABLE art program in Strathtulloh, barista training for young people in Taylors Hill, plus a selection of new programs at the new Mt Atkinson and Thornhill Park community centres.
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Click the link below to browse all term 2 programs across the City of Melton, or, find your closest centre in the list below to browse programs at a location near you.
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VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

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CAROLINE SPRINGS
STRATHTULLOH
DIGGERS REST
EYNESBURY
FRASER RISE
HILLSIDE
KURUNJANG
TAYLORS HILL
AINTREE/ROCKBANK
MELTON
HARKNESS
TRUGANINA (Mt Atkinson)
BURNSIDE

Term 1 2024 Centre Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose
Its that time of year again, bookings in our term 1 programs and events are now open!
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For those of you who have participated in our programs before, your old favourites like sewing, yoga, music groups, line dancing, Zumba and others are returning! If you’re yet to visit us at one of centres to participate in a program, you might find excitement in some of our newer programs like our hospitality course for women, our barista course for young people or our hand-building pottery program.
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Head to our website now to browse all programs and find something that sparks your interest!
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CAROLINE SPRINGS
STRATHTULLOH
DIGGERS REST
EYNESBURY
FRASER RISE
HILLSIDE
KURUNJANG
TAYLORS HILL
AINTREE
BROOKFIELD
MELTON
HARKNESS
TRUGANINA (Mt Atkinson)
BURNSIDE

Love Local Market

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Melton City Council is proud to present the first Love Local Market!

We are delighted to welcome a variety of local producers to showcase their products and services to our community.

The event’s vibrant atmosphere will be stacked with

  • Artisan stalls,
  • Face painting,
  • Live music,
  • Free community barbeque,
  • Coffee van,
  • Free kids’ activities and so much more.

Stay up to date with what’s happening at the market and meet our stallholders via our Facebook page.

FREE PRE-LOVED CHILDREN’S ITEMS

Due to popular demand at previous Council events, we are bringing back our pre-loved children’s items section where community members are welcome to browse our range of donated items, free to take home.

Donations are being accepted in November. More information can be found on our website.

Join us at Fraser Rise Children’s & Community Centre on Sunday 26 November from 10am – 2pm.

46 City Vista Drive, Fraser Rise, 3336

Expression of Interest: Mt Atkinson Free Grandparent’s Social Group

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Are you a grandparent caring for little ones in Mt Atkinson? Are you looking to connect with likeminded people in your community? Council’s Mt Atkinson Children’s & Community Centre is looking to start a free group where local grandparents can bring their grandchildren to the centre to socialise with others, share skills, language, culture and more with one another.

If you would like to learn more about this new group, let us know by expressing your interest via this online form. You can also email or call the centre or talk to the Council officer onsite at the centre.

Preferred languages other than English are welcome.

Rachel Ellis

Community Participation & Connection Officer | Melton City Council

Phone: 03 9747 5968

Email: MtAtkinsonCC@melton.vic.gov.au

 Click here to view form.

Term 4 2023 Centre Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose
The last stretch of 2023 is upon us and our community centres are as busy as ever. Our team are pleased to announce that bookings for our term 4 programs and events open 9am on Tuesday 5 September!
We are delighted to welcome you back for many old favourites like sewing, Zumba, cooking, music classes, children’s development programs and much more! We also have several one off special workshops including a foster care information session, yoga for menopause, festive cookie making for kids and adults plus lots more!
Find out what’s happening at your closest centre by clicking the links below and booking your spot in one of our programs today!

VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

CAROLINE SPRINGS
STRATHTULLOH
DIGGERS REST
EYNESBURY
FRASER RISE
HILLSIDE
KURUNJANG
TAYLORS HILL
AINTREE
BROOKFIELD
MELTON
HARKNESS
TRUGANINA (Mt Atkinson)
BURNSIDE

Term 3 2023 Centre Programs & Events

Posted on by harry
We cannot believe its mid year already! Our team are pleased to announce that Bookings for our Term 3 programs and events for 2023 are now open!
We are delighted to welcome you back for many old favourites like yoga, sewing, Zumba, cooking, music classes, children’s development programs and much more! We also have several one of special workshops including a box flower arrangement workshop, creative lettering workshop, accredited and non accredited courses and National Tree Day Planting Session !
Find out what’s happening at your closest centre by clicking the links below and booking your spot in one of our programs today!
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CAROLINE SPRINGS
STRATHTULLOH
DIGGERS REST
EYNESBURY
FRASER RISE
HILLSIDE
KURUNJANG
TAYLORS HILL
AINTREE
BROOKFIELD

MELTON

HARKNESS

Free Come & Try Workshops at Mt Atkinson Children’s and Community Centre

Posted on by harry

The new Mt Atkinson Children’s and Community Centre is offering FREE Come and Try workshops during May and June 2023. 

All available programs are listed below and via the programs page of our website. You can also download the PDF program flyer, feel free to share this with your friends and family!

All workshops are free, but bookings are essential. Click the link under each listing to register your attendance.

WEDNESDAY 31 MAY

Bharatanatyam (Classical Indian) Dance

In this fun and engaging class with local Bharatanatyam teacher Shubhi, you will learn one of the classical forms of dance native to India.

  • Time: 9am – 10am
  • Age Group: 18 and over
  • BOOK

WEDNESDAY 7 JUNE

Open Door Session

Enjoy a coffee and light refreshments with other members in the community as you connect and share ideas about what you want to see at your community centre.

  • Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
  • Age Group: All Ages
  • BOOK

TUESDAY 13 JUNE

Mum’s and Bubs Fitness 

Bond with your baby in this safe and inclusive class. Improve your general health and well-being and energy levels.

  • Time: 9.30am – 10.15am
  • BOOK

Strength & Stretch Yoga

Learn to relax your mind, while strengthening and stretching your body through a combination of fitness training and yoga.

  • Time: 10.45am – 11.45am
  • Age Group: 18 and over
  • BOOK

THURSDAY 15 JUNE

Learn how to Make Healthy Vegetable Scrolls 

In this interactive session learn all about healthy eating, nutrition and safety in the kitchen. You will also be guided to make delicious healthy savoury vegetable scrolls.

  • Time: 2pm – 4pm
  • Age Group: 18 and over
  • BOOK 

Bharatanatyam (Classical Indian) Dance

In this fun and engaging class with local Bharatanatyam teacher Shubhi, you will learn one of the classical forms of dance native to India.

  • Time: 6pm – 7pm
  • Age Group: 18 and over
  • BOOK

WEDNESDAY 21 JUNE

Open Door Session

Enjoy a coffee and light refreshments with other members in the community as you connect and share ideas about what you want to see at your community centre.

  • Time: 8.30am – 9.30am
  • Age Group: All Ages
  • BOOK

Term 2 2023 Centre Programs & Events

Posted on by harry
We are pleased to announce that Bookings for our Term 2 programs and events for 2023 are now open!
We are delighted to welcome you back for many old favourites like yoga, sewing, Zumba, cooking, music classes, children’s development programs and much more! We also have several one of special workshops including various accredited courses, making your own grazing platter, kids art & craft and more! We also have some exciting events occurring for Neighbourhood House Week!
Find out what’s happening at your closest centre by clicking the links below and booking your spot in one of our programs today!
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CAROLINE SPRINGS
STRATHTULLOH
DIGGERS REST
EYNESBURY
FRASER RISE
HILLSIDE
KURUNJANG
TAYLORS HILL
AINTREE
BROOKFIELD

MELTON

HARKNESS

Reconciliation Survey 2023

Posted on by harry

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.

Harmony Week Children’s Poster Competition – NOW CLOSED

Posted on by harry

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!

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