HUME CITY COUNCIL and
Hume Disability Issues Group CELEBRATE
International Day of People with Disability
3 DECEMBER 2014
Brite Plants Open Day
Come and enjoy the wonderful Brite Plants Nursery.
Where: 1 - 7 Belfast Street, Dallas
When: Saturday 22 November
Time: 9am - 4pm
Cost: Free
Telephone: (03) 9309 5111
Positive Partnerships Workshops
Free two-day workshop and information sessions for parents and carers of school-age children on the autism spectrum, brought to you by Positive the Partnerships initiative.
Where: Highgate Recreation Reserve, 229 Grand Boulevard, Craigieburn
When: Two-day workshop: Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 November
Time: Day 1: 9am - 4.30pm (registration from 8.15 am), Day 2: 9am - 3.30pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Positive Partnerships Information Line
Telephone: 1300 881 971 or
Email:
Tech Fun
Come and discover the wonders of emerging technology. Make music with Skoogs and Beamz, create 3 dimensional images using Augmented Reality apps, learn about 3D printing, see a Raspberry Pi (a small computer you can fit in your pocket) in action, draw 3D objects using a 3Doodler pen or use a Makey Makey to turn fruit and vegetables into musical instruments. Lots of fun and surprises!
Where: Hume Global Learning Centre, 1079 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows
When: Tuesday 2 December
Time: 10am - 2pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Andre Dumitriu
Telephone: (03) 9356 6933
Email:
Active for All
Join in on a fun day filled with tennis, bocce, bowling, craft activities, a barbecue and more.
All-ages event – Children under 16 to be accompanied by an adult or carer.
Where: Broadmeadows Leisure Centre, Cnr Dimboola Road and Pearcedale Parade, Broadmeadows
When: Wednesday 3 December
Time: 10am - 2pm
Cost: Free
Telephone: (03) 9205 2513 or
Email:
Australian Government Department of Human Services demonstration of self-managed services - Online to save you time
Are you a provider of services to people with a disability or a nominee of someone with a disability? You are most welcome to attend an important information and demonstration session to learn about the range of government services and payments that can be accessed online. Our online accounts, Express Plus apps and phone self-service are easy and convenient ways to complete Centrelink, Medicare and Child Support business without having to wait on the phone or queue at a service centre.
Where: Australian Government Department of Human Services, Cnr Pearcedale Pde and Dimboola St, Broadmeadows
When: Wednesday 3 December
Time: 10am; 11.30am or 1pm (duration of session - 1 hour)
RSVP: Melissa Meaker (BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL)
Email:
Discomania
Alcohol free dance party event (18+).
Where: Broadmeadows Leisure Centre, Cnr Dimboola Road and Pearcedale Parade, Broadmeadows
When: Friday 12 December
Time: 7.30pm - 10pm
Cost: $10
RSVP: Leanne Cacoyiannis
Telephone: (03) 9205 2513 or
Email:
Distinctive Options All Abilities Tennis and Cross Fit Challenge
All-ages event.
Where: South Gisborne Tennis Club
When: Thursday 4 December
Time: 10am - 1pm
Cost: Free including lunch
RSVP: Gail Scott
Telephone: (03) 9740 7244
Email:
DIY Workshop
Woodwork and painting workshop.
Ages:Open
Where: Bunnings Broadmeadows (Located in the DIY section)
Address: 100 Pearcedale Parade, Broadmeadows
When: Thursday 4 December
Time: 10am - 1pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: N/A
Telephone: (03) 9351 3800
Email:
Sailability
Enjoy a morning of sailing and a lakeside barbecue lunch. (Places limited – bookings essential)
Where: Jack Roper Reserve, Camp Road, Broadmeadows
When: Thursday 4 December
Time: 10am - 2pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Broadmeadows Disability Services Reception
Telephone: (03) 9309 7448
Cinemania
Outdoor family cinema event celebrating International Day of People with Disability – Screening Frozen (G)
Where: Craigieburn Leisure Centre, 127 - 147 Craigieburn Road, Craigieburn
When: Friday 5 December
Time: 7.30pm - 9.30pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Leanne Cacoyiannis
Telephone: (03) 9205 2513 or
Email:
Beat - Broadmeadows Employment and Training
A free drop-in job search support service for Hume residents. Provides individualised support on resume writing, job search, interview preparation, career advice, search for courses and computer access.
Age: 15+
Where: The Age Library Broadmeadows
When: Every Wednesday until December 17
Time: 10am - 12pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Drop-in service
Email:
Joblink Job Search Support Session
A free drop-in job search support service for Hume residents. Provides individualised support on resume writing, job search, interview preparation, career advice, search for courses and computer access.
Age: 15+
Where: Hume Global learning Centre, Craigieburn
When: Every Mondayuntil December 8
Time: 10am - 12pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Drop-in service
Email:
Sunbury Job Shop
A free drop-in job search support service for HUME residents. Provides individualised support on resume writing, job search, interview preparation, career advice, search for courses and computer access.
Age: 15+
Where: Sunbury Library, 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury
When: every Wednesday until December 17
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Cost: Free
RSVP: Drop-in service
Email:
For More information
Contact: Council’s Metro Access Project Officer
Telephone: (03) 9205 2200
Email:
TTY National Relay Service: 133 677
10_TO_4