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.

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• 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!

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• 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.

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• 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!

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• 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.

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• 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

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

The year is quickly coming to an end during November to December we have a few special activities of on offer!

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 12 NOVEMBER 

Taylors Hill Community Garage Sale

• Location: Taylors Hill
• Time: 10.30am – 1.30pm
• Cost: Free
• Age Group: All ages
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SATURDAY 26NOVEMBER 

Community Repair Café – Jam Workshop

• Location:  Strathtulloh
• Time: 9am – 11am
• Cost: FREE
• Age Group: All Ages
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Make your Own Grazing Platter

• Location: Taylors Hill
• Time: 1pm – 3am
• Cost: $55
• Age Group: Adults
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THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER 

Accredited CPR & First Aid HLTAID011 – SOLD OUT

• Location: Melton
• Time: 9am – 3pm
• Cost: $20
• Age Group: Adults
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THURSDAY 8 & 15 DECEMBER 

Bicycle Repair Drop-in

• Location: Melton
• Time: 2pm – 6pm
• Cost: FREE
• Age Group: All ages
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SATURDAY 17 DECEMBER 

Community Repair Café – Jam Workshop

• Location: Strathtulloh
• Time: 9am – 11am
• Cost: FREE
• Age Group: All ages
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Melton City Council would like to invite our local community groups, organisations and schools to submit their expressions of interest to perform live at the Amphitheatre during the lead up to Christmas. See below for further details.

What are we looking for? Local groups to offer a Christmas related performance at the Melton Amphitheatre. This could be through music, dance or performing arts. We will be running some children’s activities alongside this so it must be suitable and engaging for all ages.

When is it? Saturday 3, 10 and 17 December from 10am – 1pm. You would not have to remain for the entire 3 hours, depending on interest and set length we may schedule multiple performances during this time frame.

What do we need to bring? You will need to supply all of your own equipment. 10amp power is available at the Amphitheatre which should suit most audio set-ups. If it is a warm day please be sure to bring your own water, hat and sunscreen.

What’s in it for me? This is a paid opportunity. You will need to provide Council with a quote of how much you will charge for your set/performance with details of set length and preferred times. If you have an ABN you can invoice Council for the payment. If you do not have an ABN you can nominate your preferred local supplier to receive a gift voucher from in lieu of an invoice.

So how does my group submit their interest? Simply send an email to raynab@melton.vic.gov.au with your contact details, performance information and quote before Wednesday 16 November and someone will be in touch to confirm or discuss. Please note that submitting an expression of interest does not guarantee that your group will be approved to perform.

Melton City Council invites you to the Melton Town Centre these school holidays to get active and learn about your local community through a series of free and low-cost events and activities suitable for the whole family!

With a range of workshops from laughter yoga, hula hooping exercise, Tai Chi to bicycle safety and confidence and activities such as a family scavenger hunt and a footy fun day, there is something for everyone no matter your age or ability.

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

All workshops are free or $7 and under but bookings are essential. Click the link under each listing to register your attendance.

This initiative is part of the Melton Town Centre Revitalisation Project. Learn more about the project via Council’s website.

SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER

Footy Fun Day

In collaboration with Melton Central Football Netball Club and Western Bulldogs Football Club

• Time: From 10am – 12pm with free BBQ lunch to follow
• Age Group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Police Paddock – 231 – 233 High Street, Melton
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MONDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 

Come and Try: Melton Library Walking Group

• Time: 9:30am – 10:30am
• Age Group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Melton Library and Learning Hub – 31 McKenzie Street, Melton
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Come and Try: Tai Chi/Qigong for Beginners

• Time: 10am – 11am
• Age Group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: The Amphitheatre – Corner of Palmerston Street and High Street, Melton
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Come and Try: Bollywood Dancing

• Time: 6pm – 7pm
• Age Group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Melton Central Community Centre – 239 Station Road, Melton
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TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER

Bicycle Repair Drop-in

• Time: 10am – 3pm
• Age group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: The Amphitheatre – Corner of Palmerston Street and High Street, Melton
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Laughter Yoga

• Time: 1pm – 3pm
• Age group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Library Lawn – 90 McKenzie Street, Melton (opposite Melton Library and Learning Hub)
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WEDNESDAY 21 SEPTEMBER

Come and Try: Chair Yoga & Meditation

• Time: 1pm – 2pm
• Age group: 12 years and over, teens and adults welcome
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Melton Central Community Centre – 239 Station Road, Melton
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MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER

Come and Try: Melton Library Walking Group

• Time: 9.30am – 10.30am
• Age groups: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Melton Library and Learning Hub – 31 McKenzie Street, Melton
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Come and Try: Bluefit Playtime

• Time: 11am – 1pm
• Age: Pre-school aged children
• Cost: FREE
• Location: The Amphitheatre – Corner of Palmerston Street and High Street, Melton
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Hula Hooping & Circus Play for the Whole Family

• Time: 11am – 1pm
• Age: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Library Lawn – 90 McKenzie Street, Melton (across the road from the Melton Library & Learning Hub)
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Come and Try: Bollywood Dancing

• Time: 6pm – 7pm
• Age group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Melton Central Community Centre – 239 Station Road, Melton
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TUESDAY 27 SEPTEMBER

Melton Town Centre Scavenger Hunt

• Time: 10am – 12pm
• Age group: 5 – 15 years
• Cost: FREE
• Locations: Melton Civic Centre – 232 High Street, Melton
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WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER

Come and Try: Chair Yoga & Meditation

• Time: 11am – 12pm
• Age group: 12 years and over, teens and adults welcome
• Cost: FREE
• Location: Melton Central Community Centre – 239 Station Road, Melton
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THURSDAY 29 SEPTEMBER

Bicycle Repair Drop-in

• Time: 10am – 3pm
• Age group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: The Amphitheatre – Corner of Palmerston Street and High Street, Melton
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Melton Town Centre Welcome Walk

• Time: 1pm – 2pm
• Age group: All ages
• Cost: FREE
• Location: The Amphitheatre – Corner of Palmerston Street and High Street, Melton
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FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER

Active Kids Nutrition Workshop & Cooking Class

• Time: 11am – 1pm
• Age group: Parents/carers/guardians of primary and pre-school ages children
• Cost: $5
• Location: Kurunjang Community Hub – 35 Mowbray Crescent, Kurunjang
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