To celebrate National Volunteer Week in 2025 (19-25 May), Melton City Council invited senior community members to express their interest in sharing their talents, wisdom and gifts with other community members. The project has been aptly named the ‘Gifts of Experience Project’. 

As a result of the community call out, you can now browse and book into several free workshops across the municipality including painting, Sudoku, fondant flower making, even an afternoon in-conversation session with a Hey Hey It’s Saturday! alumni!

Bookings for all activities are now open! You can browse the list of events and activities available on this webpage. Bookings are essential for all activities. 

Monday 19 May

Quilting Workshop for Seniors – BOOKED OUT

Delivered by City of Melton local, Carol, this relaxed session is perfect for local seniors to sharpen their quilting and sewing skills as you’re guided to create a baking dish cover to take home.

• WHERE: Eynesbury
• TIME: 12pm – 2pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Meditation Workshop – BOOKED OUT

Experience a guided seated meditation designed to boost energy levels, reduce stress, enhance calmness, and improve sleep. Leave feeling refreshed and with a renewed sense of well-being

• WHERE: Strathtulloh
• TIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Tuesday 20 May

Volunteer Week High Tea

This special event will celebrate, recognise and say thank you to our local volunteers. Join as we acknowledge the spirit of connection and the incredible impact volunteers have in helping to continue the City of Melton’s growth as a thriving and inclusive community.

• WHERE: Melton
• TIME: 10.30m – 12pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Adult Painting Workshop – BOOKED OUT

In this relaxed workshop facilitated by Maureen, a local artist and experienced teacher, you’ll be expertly guided to create your canvas painting. Over 2 hours you’ll learn the art of sketching, colour mixing, application techniques, composition, and design.

• WHERE: Eynesbury
• TIME: 2pm – 4pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Laughing through the Years with John Bunker – BOOKED OUT

Join us for a heart-warming and hilarious afternoon in conversation with none other than John Bunker—comedian, storyteller, and familiar face from Hey Hey It’s Saturday!

• WHERE: Kurunjang
• TIME: 4pm – 5pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Wednesday 21 May

Water Colour Painting Workshop – BOOKED OUT

Free and interactive water colour painting workshop led by our passionate volunteer, David. Open to all seniors, this session is perfect for beginners or those looking to share their love of water colour painting.  

• WHERE: Hillside
• TIME: 2pm – 4.30pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Thursday 22 May

Sudoku for Seniors

Open to all seniors, this session is perfect for beginners and those looking to sharpen their skills. Learn the basics and strategies of Sudoku in a relaxed and engaging environment. 

• WHERE: Fraser Rise
• TIME: 2pm – 4pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Fondant Flower Workshop – BOOKED OUT

Be guided through the process of making flowers using premade fondant. Sculpt and create your very own daisy flower and a simple frangipani flower. 

• WHERE: Kurunjang
• TIME: 2pm – 4pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK

Homemade Scone Demonstration – BOOKED OUT

Watch as Dianne from the Country Women’s Association (CWA) demonstrates how to perfect the classic scone before enjoying the freshly baked delight with fresh cream and jam.

• WHERE: Strathtulloh
• TIME: 10am – 12pm
• COST: Free
• BOOK