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Community outings
Hikoi Brothers is for men of all ages in the western suburbs. The group meets fortnightly on Sundays for walks, talking about a range of topics while enjoying the different tracks in Wyndham.
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Join Landcare
The Friends of Presidents Park meet on the first Thursday of the month, 10am–noon. This is a new conservation group. No prior knowledge required. Meet in the carpark near the river and Shaws Bridge.
Werribee River conservation
A new family-friendly conservation group is forming to support the Werribee River in central Werribee. The next event is Tuesday, March 8, 5.30–7pm, river end of Edgar Street, Werribee.
■ maryann.weatherill@werribeeriver.org.au
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A monthly clean-up group in Hoppers Crossing and Tarneit will resume is activities for for 2022 on Sundaym February 20, 10.30am–noon, at the Grange Reserve, along Hogans Road. Equipment provided.
U3A Werribee
U3A Werribee Region is a not-for-profit organisation consisting of semi-retired and retired residents of Wyndham. It conducts a variety of weekly classes run by volunteers.
■ Rick, 0402299220
Education volunteers
EdConnect Australia is on the search for Wyndham residents to mentor and volunteer with students for the 2022 school year. The charity places volunteers in local schools to help improve the lives of vulnerable young people and equip them with life skills. EdConnect Australia offers training and support to its volunteers.
■ www.edconnectaustralia.org.au/volunteer/ or 1800 668 550
AL-ANON meets
AL-ANON provides support for families and loved ones living with alcoholics and problem drinkers. The group meets Mondays at St Thomas Anglican Church foyer, 117 Synnot Street, Werribee, from 7.30pm, and on Tuesdays at the St Mary’s Tennis Club rooms, 204 Grimshaw Street, Greensborough.
Tutoring program
Youth Services and Equal Ed are providing free online tutoring classes for young people aged 12 to 18 years old. The Academic Homework Support Program is on Wednesdays, 4-5pm, from the second week of each school term in 2022. All sessions are supervised by Wyndham council youth services staff.
■ youthwyndham.com/pgm-reg or Danielle Diez, 8375 2346
Computers for beginners
Williamstown Community and Education Centre is now taking enrolments for classes to help those with limited computer skills. Classes are run daily at both Joan Kirner House, Williamstown, and North Altona Library.
■Lynne or Tahlia, 9397 6168.
Knitting group
Anyone is welcome to come along to Yarraville or Footscray library for a weekly knitting group, where you can share your favourite patterns and techniques, and have a chat with like-minded people. Registrations are recommended via Eventbrite.
■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library/Events/Knitting-Group
Poetry Group
Anyone and everyone is welcome to join Maribyrnong Libraries Poetry Group. From the comfort of your own home, you can listen to poetry and connect with your community over the phone. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never read poetry before, everyone is welcome. Registrations are essential via Eventbrite.
■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library/Events/Poetry-Group
Walking group
Altona Meadows and Newport residents are invited to take part in a Heart Foundation walking group that meets on Wednesdays and Fridays. The group walks for 60 minutes, and is a great way to socialise and get active at the same time. Members are required to register with the Heart Foundation to join.
■ Ian Watson 0411 566 862 or www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Whats-On/Altona-Meadows-and-Newport-Heart-Foundation-Walking-Groups
Williamstown Craft Market
Commonwealth Reserve comes alive on the third Sunday of the month for the Williamstown Craft Market. The market boasts more than 50 stalls showcasing everything from handmade craft, homegrown produce and food vendors. There will also be live music. From 10am-4pm.
■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Whats-On/Williamstown-Craft-Market
Conversation Café
The Conversation Café is back on at Footscray and Braybrook libraries. The Café gives people the chance to meet new people and practice English conversation skills in a relaxed and friendly environment.
■ www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/library/Events/Conversation-Cafe
Diabetes support group
The Westgate diabetes support group meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Altona Bowling Club at 10am.
■ Elaine, 0415 030 996
Heritage walks
Enjoy a leisurely two-hour walk around historic Williamstown and nearby suburbs with guide John. Walks start at 9.20am each Tuesday outside the Visitor Information Centre in Nelson Place.
■ John, 0418 377 336
Musicians welcome
Do you play trumpet, flute or lower brass instruments? The Hobsons Bay City Band is seeking musicians to join its community band. Rehearsals are held Mondays from 7.30pm at the Newport Lakes Primary School, Elizabeth Street, Newport.
■ Roger Lewis, hbcityband@gmail.com, or www.hbcb.org.au
Altona North combined probus
The Altona North combined probus club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Altona Sports Club. Includes a speaker, organised trips and outings, and a friendly atmosphere.
■ Lesley, 0414 481 442
Rotary club
Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand meets at Customs House Hotel, 161 Nelson Place, Williamstown, on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 6pm for a 6.30pm dinner meeting. Visitors welcome.
■ Pam, 0418 347 691 or rotarypointgellibrand@gmail.com
Mouth organ band
The Yarraville Mouth Organ Band meets Friday evenings at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. Great music, friendly atmosphere. Everyone is welcome.
■ Heather, 9399 2190
Friendship Group
Altona Day View (Voice Interest and Education of Women) Club meets at 11am on the third Wednesday of the month at Altona RSL. The club is always open to new members, and anyone interested is encouraged to get in touch today and see what it’s all about.
■ Janet 9394 6522 or 0412 010 176.
Small Business Bus
The state government’s Small Business Bus will visit Craigieburn on Thursday, February 24, 10am-4pm, providing mentoring sessions to small business owners. AT Hume Global Learning Centre, Central Park Avenue, Craigieburn.
Help for job seekers
Jesuit Social Services will provide one-on-one support to job seekers at Broadmeadows Library, 1093 Pascoe Vale Road, on Thursday, February 24, 11am-3pm. Each session is 30 minutes. No bookings required.
The Whittlesea Garden Expo is on Saturday, March 5 and Sunday, March 6 at Whittlesea Showgrounds, Whittlesea-Yea Road, Whittlesea, 9am-3pm. Featuring stallholders, presentations, entertainment and kids’ activities. Cost: $8 for adults (prebooked) or $10 at the gate.
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Keilor probus
The Keilor Combined Probus Club is back in business following the lockdowns. The group meets the third Monday of every month at Keilor Pub. New members welcome.
■ Steve, 0408 193 793, or Keith, 0409 494 801.
Women’s Day
The Women’s Support Network will be launched at an International Women’s Day event in Brimbank on Tuesday, March 8 between 10am and 12pm at Deer Park Hall, Station Rd, Deer Park. All women are welcome to attend, with bookings open until March 3
■ www.trybooking.com/BXMGS or info@wsn.org.au
Women’s group
Duke Street Community Centre has set up a women’s social group to give people a place to interact. The group will run every second Friday, from 1pm, as a way to connect with other women in the community in a safe, fun and social way. It will be developed to suit the needs of the participants and will be in a casual setting.
■ 9311 9973
Football
Taylors Lakes Football Club is seeking male and female players for all age groups from under-8s to under-18.5s. To be eligible, children need to be born between July 1, 2003, and April 30, 2015.
■ Julie, 0409 259 389
Deer Park probus
The Deer Park Combined Probus Club meets on the second Wednesday of each month at The Deer Park Club, 780 Ballarat Road, from 10am. New members and visitors welcome.
■ Don, 0409 191 580
Female cricket
Keilor Park Cricket Club is looking for players to join its female cricket team. The club, which has had success in recent years, plays in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association on Sundays.
Rotary club
The Sunbury Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at the Sunbury Bowling Club from 7pm.
Ladies probus
The Woodlands Ladies Probus Club of Sunbury meets on the fourth Monday of each month at the Sunbury Bowling Club at 9.45 am. The club is based on fun, friendship and fellowship and enjoys monthly outings, an annual trip away and a lot of fun meetings.
■ Val, 0418138214.
Sunbury Combined Probus Club
The Sunbury Combined Probus Club meets every fourth Thursday of the month at the Sunbury Football Social Club at 10am. Visitors and new Members welcome.
■ Carmel , 0416 477 271.
Toastmasters
Sunbury & Macedon Ranges Toastmasters helps its members develop their public speaking, communication and leadership skills. The group meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month, from 7.20-9.30pm, at the Sunbury Senior Citizens Hall.
■ vpm-4185@toastmastersclubs.org
Garden club
The Sunbury Garden Club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. There is a guest speaker at each meeting, which starts at 7.30pm at the Sunbury Football Club.
■ Cheryl, 9744 1663
Senior citizens club
Senior citizens are welcome to visit the Sunbury Senior Citizens’ Club on Mondays and Fridays, from 10am-3pm at 8 O’Shannassy Street. A variety of activities are offered – carpet bowls, cards, snooker, darts, board games or just a cup of coffee and a chat. If you’re 55 years or older and would like to meet new people, come along.
■ Frank, 0423 392 884
Hanging Rock night walks
Let the scent of eucalypt and the calls of native wildlife captivate you on a night time walk at Hanging Rock. The walks are suitable for all ages, but spaces are limited and booking is essential. The ticket price is $25 per adult or $12 per child for two sessions running on Friday, February 18 and Friday, March 25.
■ 5422 0387
