Tag: Adult Learning

Term 3 2026 Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Can you believe the year is already halfway over? Get ready to make the most of the second half of the year and book your spot in an upcoming term 3 program!

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Whether you’re looking to learn something new, get active, meet people in your community or reignite a favourite hobby, we have a program for you. Choose from a diverse range of activities including arts and crafts, cooking, sewing, health and wellbeing, gardening and much more.

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Places are limited and popular programs often fill fast, so don’t miss out. Start exploring today and secure your spot for term 3.

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View all available programs across the municipality or browse activities at your local community centre.

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VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

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

IDAHOBIT 2026

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Melton City Council will recognise the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), at several workshops aimed at celebrating our LGBTQIA+ community. A series of street flags will also fly throughout Melton and Caroline Springs.

 

Observed annually on 17 May, IDAHOBIT seeks to raise awareness of discrimination faced by LGBTQIA+ communities and to celebrate progress toward equality. 

 

COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS

Polymer Pride Jewellery Workshop

Get creative and make your own wearable pride! In this free, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll use polymer clay to design and create earrings, pins, or key rings inspired by rainbow and pride flag colours — or anything that reflects you.

  • WHERE: Melton Central Community Centre
  • WHEN: Sunday 17 May
  • TIME: 10.30am – 12pm
  • COST: Free
  • BOOK
Queer Canvas Embroidery Workshop

Express your creativity by putting paint to canvas before being guided to stitch powerful queer messages, symbols and designs that feel meaningful to you. You’ll walk away from this session with new artistic skills and an art piece worth displaying at your home.

  • WHERE: Melton Central Community Centre
  • WHEN: Sunday 17 May
  • TIME: 1pm – 2.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • BOOK
Increasing LGBTQIA+ Inclusion | Professional Development for Service Providers

In this practical session, local service providers will upskill in critical support areas including understanding why inclusion matters, how to use inclusive language, and other strategies that can be applied in your work.

 

This session will be facilitated by Delsi (they/them), a queer, non-binary educator and LGBTQIA+ inclusion specialist with over 15 years of experience across community, education, and organisational change.

  • WHERE: Weir Views Children’s & Community Centre
  • WHEN: Tuesday 19 May
  • TIME: 11am – 12.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • BOOK

 

Term 2 2026 Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Great news, bookings in Melton City Council’s community centre-based programs and events for term 2 2026 are now open!

 

Join us to sharpen your sewing skills, improve your health and fitness, discover your artistic ability, learn to cook new delicious meals, join a community garden, plus so much more. There’s something for everyone, no matter your age, ability or interest.

 

Spaces in many of our programs fill quickly, so it’s best to plan ahead and book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings are now open!

 

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.

 

VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

CAROLINE SPRINGS

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

Term 1 2026 Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Great news, bookings in Melton City Council’s community centre-based programs and events for term 1 2026 are now open!

 

Start off the new year by sharpening your sewing skills, improve your health and fitness, discover your artistic ability, learn to cook new delicious meals, join a community garden, plus so much more. There’s something for everyone, no matter your age, ability or interest.

 

Spaces in many of our programs fill quickly, so it’s best to plan ahead and book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings are now open!

 

Click the link below to browse all term 1 programs across the City of Melton, or find your closest centre in the list below to browse programs at a location near you..

 

VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

.CAROLINE SPRINGS

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

Term 4 2025 Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose
Bookings in Council’s community centre based programs and events for term 4 2025 are now open!
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The programs you’ve come to know and love will be returning including our popular exercise classes, gardening groups, creative programs, kids’ activities, craft groups and more. With something new and exciting always on offer, you’ll find other special events and workshops like a mental health awareness session, mandala art therapy, CWA baking demonstration, plus lots more.
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Click the link below to browse all term 4 programs across the City of Melton, or, find your closest centre in the list below to browse programs at a location near you..

VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

.CAROLINE SPRINGS

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

2025-26 Access to Early Learning (AEL) Professional Development Series

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Melton City Council is pleased to present its 2025/26 professional development calendar for early years educators working in the City of Melton.

 

With a focus on family-centred, child focused, and strength-based strategies these engaging sessions are free to attend.

 

Providers participating in this professional development series include:

 

Melton City Council’s Access to Early Learning (AEL) 2025/26 professional development series is for Early Childhood Educators working within the City of Melton. All sessions are delivered online. Registrations are essential.

 

WEDNESDAY 22 OCTOBER 2025

Responding to Resistance to Gender Equity

  • WHERE: Online
  • TIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: 15 October
  • BOOK NOW

 

WEDNESDAY 19 NOVEMBER 2025

Body Safety: Deepening the Conversation

  • WHERE: Online
  • TIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: 12 November
  • BOOK NOW

 

WEDNESDAY 25 FEBRUARY & 4 MARCH 2026

Challenging Conversations with Parents & Carers

  • WHERE: Online
  • TIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm (2 x 1hr sessions)
  • COST: Free
  • REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: 11 February
  • BOOK NOW

 

THURSDAY 19 MARCH 2026

Introduction to Trauma Informed Practice

  • WHERE: Online
  • TIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: 12 March
  • BOOK NOW

 

WEDNESDAY 6 MAY 2026

Confidentiality & Courageous Conversations

  • WHERE: Online
  • TIME: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: 29 April
  • BOOK NOW

 

WEDNESDAY 10 JUNE 2025

Culturally Responsive Practice: Family Violence

  • WHERE: Online
  • TIME: 6.30pm – 8.30pm
  • COST: Free
  • REGISTRATIONS CLOSE: 3 June
  • BOOK NOW

Term 3 2025 Programs & Events

Posted on by Alison La Rose
Bookings in Council’s community centre based programs and events for term 3 2025 are now open!
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You’ll find all of your favourites like sewing, yoga, kids’ programs, music groups, and Zumba returning in July. You’ll also find a range of community gardening groups across the municipality including in Caroline Springs, Kurunjang and our newest community garden in Aintree plus so much more. No matter your age, ability or interest, there’s something for everyone at a community centre near you..
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Click the link below to browse all term 3 programs across the City of Melton, or, find your closest centre in the list below to browse programs at a location near you..

VIEW ALL PROGRAMS

.CAROLINE SPRINGS

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

Free Community Led Workshops

Posted on by Alison La Rose

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

 

Introducing Melton City Girls Can!

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Melton City Council is proud to launch Melton City Girls Can (MCGC) in April 2025. MCGC will celebrate, support and create new opportunities for people who identify as women and girls in the City of Melton to participate in sport and active recreation.

 

Inspired by VicHealth’s This Girl Can campaign and delivered in partnership with local sports clubs and community groups, MCGC aims to enable women and girls to get active in ways that work for them. Whether it’s a little or a lot, what matters is moving your body and having fun – on your own terms, in your own way. Learn more about why Council supports this initiative on the main website.

 

Free Events

Many free opportunities to try something new are available throughout April 2025. Click on the link under each event below for more information and to book.

 

Come & Try: Cardio Tennis for Women

  • WHERE: Caroline Springs
  • WHEN: Tuesday 8 April
  • TIME: 7pm – 8.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Taekwondo for Girls | Eynesbury

  • WHERE: Eynesbury
  • WHEN: Tuesday April 8 & Wednesday April 9
  • TIME: 4.30pm – 5.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Fishing for Women

  • WHERE: Harkness
  • WHEN: Sunday 13 April
  • TIME: 10am – 1pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Target Shooting for Women

  • WHERE: Brookfield
  • WHEN: Sunday 13 April
  • TIME: 11am – 2.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: AFL Umpiring for Women & Girls

  • WHERE: Diggers Rest
  • WHEN: Wednesday 16 April
  • TIME: 6pm – 7.15pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Taekwondo for Girls | Melton South

  • WHERE: Melton South
  • WHEN: Tuesdays from 22 April or Wednesdays from 23 April (2 sessions each)
  • TIME: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Tennis for Junior Girls

  • WHERE: Hillside
  • WHEN: Tuesdays: 22 April – 6 May (4 weeks)
  • TIME: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Footy for Junior & Senior Girls with AFLW Stars

  • WHERE: Diggers Rest
  • WHEN: Tuesday 22 April
  • TIME: 5.30pm – 6.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Positive & Inclusive Umpiring Workshop

  • WHERE: Diggers Rest
  • WHEN: Wednesday 23 April
  • TIME: 6pm – 7.30pm
  • MORE INFO

Come & Try: Bollywood Zumba for Women

  • WHERE: Kurunjang
  • WHEN: Tuesday 29 April
  • TIME: 10.30am – 11.30am
  • MORE INFO

Mind & Body: Empowering Women through Movement

  • WHERE: Mount Atkinson
  • WHEN: Tuesday 29 April
  • TIME: 12.30pm – 2pm
  • MORE INFO

Fair Access Workshops for Sports Clubs

Posted on by Alison La Rose

Attend a Fair Access Workshop for your chance to win 1 of 6 $500 vouchers towards sporting goods for your club!

 

Melton City Council and GenWest are working together to deliver a series of workshops for leaders, coaches and decision makers at sports clubs, to help you understand

  • what policy changes have come into place,
  • what this means for your club,
  • how your club can support the prevention of gender based violence and
  • ways your club can be more inclusive for women and girls.

Following this, clubs will have the opportunity to express their interest in receiving free support from GenWest to develop tailored action plans to facilitate increased participation from women and girls.

 

To register your space at a free ‘Fair Access’ workshop, please follow the link below to your preferred session to make a booking.

 

SESSION 1

Where: Online
When: Wednesday 26 March
Time: 6.30pm – 8pm
Register  

 

SESSION 2

Where: Online
When: Wednesday 2 April
Time: 6.30pm – 8pm
Register

 

These workshops are delivered as part of Melton City Girls Can (MCGC), Council’s new campaign to celebrate, support and create new opportunities for people who identify as women and girls in the City of Melton to participate in sport and active recreation. Learn more about MCGC on Council’s website.

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