Cairnlea Community Hub

Term 3, 2013 Newsletter

Winter Issue, 2013 Carmody Drive, Cairnlea Vic 3023 (Mel 25 H5)

Phone: 9363 4800 Office Hours: 9.30am-4.30pm

weekdays Fax: 9363 7355

Web: www.brimbank.vic.gov.au

Email:

cairnleacommuntyhub@brimbank.vic.gov.au

Cultural Diversity Week Celebration

A group of more than fifty participants attended the Health Seminar that celebrated the rich cultural diversity of Brimbank on 19th March at Cairnlea Community Hub. The celebration began with a walk around Cairnlea wetlands, a guided tour led by a representative from Environment Department of Brimbank City Council. On return of the group to the hub, a DVD developed by Friends of Iramoo focussing on the local flora and fauna was played. This was followed by a talk and Power Point demonstration of unique animals found in Brimbank. The talk was conducted by Martha Ragg from Environment Department.

The participants hailing, from diverse Backgrounds, not only got an opportunity to rub shoulders with different nationalities but also learnt of the great natural heritage that contributes to the wealth of Cairnlea and Brimbank. Everyone took home the message that Life exists silently but dynamically; at all times whether night or day and its continuation is important for the existence of all. The morning wound up with a lovely tea.

Deer Park Leadership Training at the Hub

The Deer Park St Albans Leadership Training concluded on 23rd April. The training ran for 7 weeks with 12 participants of diverse nationalities and ages learning leadership skills (picture above).

Information regarding Principles of Leadership, demographic profile of the Deer Park and St Albans District, role of Local, State and Federal Governments, developing partnerships, writing grants and the art of public speaking, working with the media was imparted by experienced trainers and guest speakers. The Leadership Training concluded with the group presenting to Police Inspector, Chris Gilbert with the need to have more visible police presence in St Albans area so as to control crime, ensure safety, security and to improve the economic prospects of the district.

Badminton Our new Beginners Badminton for children 6-12 years old (on right) commenced in term 2 on Saturdays at Cairnlea Park Primary School and our Women’s Badminton for beginners runs on Tuesday nights. These badminton sessions are a great way to get a bit of exercise, learn some skills and have fun with others in a friendly environment. See page 2-3 for term 3 details.

CHILDREN’S

PROGRAMS

DAY TIME DATE COST AGE GROUP

Odissi Traditional

Indian Dance &

Bollywood

Thursday 5.15-6.15pm 25 July $52 for 8 sessions $60 for 8 sessions

Children Parents/carers

Cairnlea Hub

Playgroup

Tuesday 1-3pm 23 July $16 for 8 sessions $30/$20 concession

payable direct to Playgroup Victoria for annual membership

6 months-5 years

Cairn-Glee

Monday Monday

4.45-5.45pm 6-7pm

22 July 22 July

$58.50 for 9 sessions $58.50 for 9 sessions

6-9 years 10-13 years

Children’s

Creative Dance

Wednesday Wednesday

4.15-5pm 5.15-6pm

24 July 24 July

$58.50 for 9 sessions $58.50 for 9 sessions

3-4 years 5-8 years

Funky Monkey Music Thursday 1.30-2.30pm 25 July $58.50 for 9 sessions 3-5 years

Hip Hop Friday 6–6.45pm 26 July $58.50 for 9 sessions 6-10years

Homework &

Writing Help

Monday 4-5pm 29 July $24 for 8 sessions 5-13 years

KinderBallet Thursday 4.15-5pm 25 July $58.50 for 9 sessions 3-4 years

Make and Play Time Tuesday 10.30-11.30am

23 July $52.00 for 8 sessions 1-3 years

ADULT

PROGRAMS

DAY TIME DATE COST AGE GROUP

ART & CRAFT

Botanic Art

Meet up

Thursday 6-8pm 18 July, 15 August

19 Sept

No charge for 3 sessions

BYO materials

Beginners & experienced

artists

Cairnlea Craft Group

Friday

10.30am-12.30pm

26 July No charge for 9 sessions

All welcome. BYO materials

COMPUTER DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

Microsoft Word &

PowerPoint (slideshow)

Vietnamese and English speakers

Tuesday 10am-12pm 23 July $28 for 8 sessions Basic computer skills

& Intermediate

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAM IS HELD AT THE DEER PARK LIBRARY, CNR STATION RD,

DEER PARK. FOR ENQUIRIES AND PAYMENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE HUB ON 9363 4800

DANCE DAY TIME DATE COST AGE GROUP

Dance Like the Stars Friday 7-8pm 26 July $45 for 9 sessions Suitable 18 years & over

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAM IS HELD AT CAIRNLEA PRIMARY SCHOOL GYM. FOR ENQUIRIES AND

PAYMENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE HUB ON 9363 4800

Beginners

Badminton

Saturday 3-4pm 27 July $40.50 for 9 weeks 6-12 year-olds

FITNESS & SPORT DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

Over 50’s

Gentle Exercise

Friday 9.15-10am 26 July $38.50 for 7 sessions

All levels

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FITNESS & SPORT DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

Shape & Tone Saturday 8.30-9.15am 27 July $52.50 for 7 sessions

All levels

Walking group Monday, Tuesday,

Wednesday &

Friday

9.30-10.15am 9.30-10.15am

9.30-10.15am

9.30-10.15am

15 July 16 July

17 July

19 July

Meets all year. Join the group at

any time No charge

All levels All levels

All levels

All levels

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAM IS HELD AT CAIRNLEA PRIMARY SCHOOL GYM. FOR ENQUIRIES AND

PAYMENTS PLEASE CONTACT THE HUB ON 9363 4800

Women’s

Badminton

Tuesday

7.30-8.30pm

23 July $49.50 for 9 weeks

Beginners

Zumba Thursday 6.30–7.15pm

25 July $67.50 for 9 sessions

All levels

THE FOLLOWING PROGRAM IS HELD AT CAIRNLEA COMMUNITY HUB. FOR ENQUIRIES

AND BOOKINGS PLEASE CONTACT WESTVALE COMMUNITY CENTRE ON 9249 4665

GARDENING DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

No Dig

Veggie Garden (NEW)

Saturday 10am-12.30pm 7 September No charge for 1 session

All levels

HEALTH &

WELLBEING

DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

Creating Happy &

Healthy Relationships

For Women (NEW)

Sunday 2-4pm 21 July No charge for 6 sessions

Developed for women of

Indian origin

Multicultural Women’s

Coffee Group

(NEW)

Monday 10:30- 12:30pm

15 July No charge All women invited

to attend

Pilates, Yoga &

Relaxation

Tuesday Tuesday

Tuesday Friday

5-6pm 6.15-7.15pm

7.30-8.30pm 1.30-2.30pm

23 July 23 July

23 July 26 July

$60 for 8 sessions

Beginners Intermediate

Advanced All levels

Tai Chi, Yoga,

Pilates &

Relaxation

Saturday Saturday

9.30–10.15am 10.30-11.15am

27 July 27 July

$52.50 for 7 Sessions

Intermediate Beginners

LANGUAGE DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

English &

Conversation Skills

Thursday 9.30-11.30am 25 July $28 for 8 sessions

Beginners with some

English skills

MUSIC DAY TIME DATE COST LEVEL

Singing for All Tuesday 9.30-11.00am 23 July $24 for 8 sessions All levels

Vietnamese Mums

Social Group

(NEW)

Wednesday 10.30am-12pm 17 July No charge Developed for Vietnamese

women

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NO PROGRAMS ARE HELD ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Congratulations Two participants from the Mathu Chin community have qualified for the Australian Citizenship Test. The Hub provides training for the test on Wednesday evenings at the Sunshine Library. Please call the Hub on 9363 4800 for details.

Adult Learners Week A computer training class will be held on Monday 2 September for all Cairnlea Community Hub registered volunteers. To book call us on 9363 4800.

Neighbourhood House Week

Cairnlea Community Hub celebrated Neighbourhood House Week by sharing important health information with nearly thirty members of the community. Speakers from Kidney Health Australia and Breast Screen Victoria answered questions put forward by the audience on general health and wellbeing. The speakers also emphasised the importance of listening to the body and taking note of symptoms associated with diseases such as Diabetes, kidney malfunction and high blood pressure. ‘Regular exercise is the mantra to good health’ was the message conveyed to all. Important information was also imparted on the importance of Breast Screening to avoid Breast Cancer. There was also a discussion on symptoms that might point towards a growth and guidance on subsequent steps to be taken. The seminar ended with the audience giving a strong positive feedback of having learnt important health information. The talks were followed by a light, healthy and delicious lunch.

Join our new Social Groups The Hub will start up two new social groups run by volunteers this term. We welcome people to come along and join in, there is no charge to attend. The programs are the Multicultural Women’s Coffee Group with Wafa & Joyce and the Vietnamese Mums

Social Group with Kha (see page 3).

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Meet our latest volunteer

Thelma (pictured below), has recently commenced helping out in our office.

Here’s what Thelma has to say;

“I am happy to be working as a

volunteer at Cairnlea Community Hub. I bring with

me several years of experience of working as an Executive Assistant. I believe I have a strong sense of dedication and loyalty,

a positive attitude and a good sense of humour that helps me to work well, both as a member

of a team and as an individual. Personal setbacks such as becoming a widow, and

raising my son on my own,

my battle with breast cancer have not dampened

my positive attitude to life and my eagerness to make life worth living. My faith

and trust in God and moral support from family and

friends have helped me to survive adverse circumstances.

I enjoy working for the community, spending

time with family and friends, and walking my dog. I also enjoy cooking, gardening, dancing

and watching movies. I look forward to continue being a volunteer at Cairnlea Community.”

Accessibility People of all abilities

are welcome at the Hub

We need your help A volunteer is required for our children’s Make and Play program on Tuesday from 10am-12pm during school terms. Please call 9363 4800 for details.

Occasional Care BPA Children’s Services BPA Children’s Services offers Occasional Care at Cairnlea Community Hub for families with children aged approximately 14 months (children must be walking) to five years of age. Operating weekdays during school term from 10am—1pm, Monday, Thursday and Friday. Contact Mary on 9312 3689.