Our neighbourhood: Australia Post is offering a grants program, with eligible charities and community organisations invited to apply for grants of between $1000 and $25,000 to support local projects. Applications close on June 28. More details: visit ourneighbourhood.com.au or pick up an application kit at any Australia Post outlet.
Market 1: Hoppers Crossing Uniting Church market returns from 8am-noon this Saturday with indoor and outdoor stalls, op-shop, barbecue and entertainment. There’s also a playgroup every Wednesday during school terms, from 10am-noon at 25 Derrimut Road. Details: hoppersuniting.com.
Market 2: The next undercover market at the Italian Sports Club of Werribee is from 9am-1pm this Saturday. Stalls at 601 Heaths Road, Werribee, will include fresh fruit and vegies and there are opportunities for new stallholders. Details: 9741 1225.
Point Cook seniors: If you’re interested in meeting people, playing cards, Monopoly, Scrabble or other board games, come and join a new club at the Point Cook Learning Centre each Friday from 12.30-2.30pm. Details: 9395 1953.
Activity group: Werribee U3A provides activities for semi-retirees and retired persons. Enjoy activities and meet new people with similar interests. They also welcome anyone interested in teaching new subjects. Details: 9749 1093.
Volunteers needed: AMES provides support for newly arrived refugees in the western suburbs and is seeking volunteers. Details: 8398 4700 or jaenschm@ames.net.au.
Home run: Werribee Giants Baseball Club wants junior players. Training is at Presidents Park, McGrath Road, on Tuesdays from 5pm. Details: marywilson12@yahoo.com.au.
