BRAINSTORMING YOUR BUSINESS Do you want to start your own business or develop a business idea. In 2 workshops we will help you to brainstorm a business concept, find a business name and start a portfolio of resources to take you to the next step of business planning and preparation or developing a social media strategy and website covered in our longer courses. Date: Mon 22nd and 29th May (2 weeks) Time: 6.00-8.00pm Cost: $50.00
FREE HEARING CHECKS • • • • •
Are you having trouble hearing? Do you have difficulty understanding people face to face? Do others complain that your TV is too loud? Do you miss the doorbell or telephone ringing? Do you find it difficult to follow conversations in noisy places? If you answer yes to any of the above questions please come into the Meredith Community Centre for your FREE 15 minute hearing test. Bookings are essential. Date: Wednesday 24th May from 10.30 am Times are available between 10.30-1pm.
AN INTRODUCTION TO WELDING
Do you want some skills to help you find work or continue to a course or apprenticeship. This class is an introductory level course aimed for young people who have left school and deciding on their “next step” You will be someone wanting to start from the beginning and build your skills so you can take on more demanding welding courses and aim towards attaining employment in the industry. You will learn how to safely weld and cut a wide range of metals using the three most widely used welding practices in industry. Each session will be a balance of theory & practical to learn and practice welding techniques to become competent welders. Class will be limited to 3 participants only. Date: Tuesday 9th May for 5 weeks Time: 9.00am to 4.00pm 1 hr lunch break Cost: $140.00 Workbook & Consumables are included. Students must provide their own workshop clothing that is up to safety standards. Information provided on enrolment.
COMMUNITY LUNCH & CONVERSATION
We invite you to join us for this informative session and then join us for a Community Lunch.
Chain of survival
The Chain of Survival is a 45 minute interactive session. Content covered in the program includes; recognising a medical emergency, calling Triple Zero (000) and CPR and defibrillator awareness. There are opportunities for questions and answers and to participate in interactive demonstrations of CPR and the use of defibrillators. Presented by Ambulance Victoria Community Education and Engagement staff. The session is delivered FREE of charge. Date: Wednesday 14th June 11am Followed by a light lunch $5.00
BETTER MOBILE PHONE PHOTOS
Turn your mobile phone happy snaps into WOW photos Capture your precious stories and experiences in this fun jargon free class. Mike will cover: • Basic phone and camera specific techniques and tips • What to photograph and how to set up your photo • Photo editing and camera replacement apps Date: Tuesday 30th May Time: 9.30 to 12.30pm Cost: $75.00
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4 Russell St. Meredith Vic. 3333
Ph. 5286 0700
Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9am to 3pm Friday Closed
COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY COMPUTERS FOR THE TERRIFIED
Intel ® Learn Easy Steps 20 hours that could change your life... If the world of computers baffles you but you are finding you need to learn some basic skills to move into the digital world? Intel® Learn Easy Steps will give you the practical skills you need. Dates: Wednesday – 26th April to 7th June 7 weeks Time: 9:30-12pm Cost: $80 (Tuition $22/resource $43)
COMPUTER BYTES
Lots of quick classes to help you get on top of the world of technology. Excell: Monday 29th May If you have used excel but want to know more about using it this quick workshop will give you some hints and tips to work with it more effectively. Windows 10 : Monday 5th June Have you updated to windows 10 ? Are struggling to get your head around it.? In this session we will look at getting started with windows 10, managing multiple windows, personalising your desktop, customising the start menu, managing users and parental controls and security and maintenance. Getting to know the Cloud : Monday 19th June You have heard people using terms like the cloud or cloud computing. What is it and why would i need it? We will look at things like file storage, file sharing and backing up data. If you use an email service like gmail or yahoo you are already in the cloud so come along and learn more. Day: Monday Time: 1-3pm Cost: $25.00 per workshop or $60.00 for all three
KEEPING SAFE ONLINE
The Internet is without a doubt one of the best resources available to us. Unfortunately it’s also extremely dangerous if you aren’t aware of who and what lurks behind the scenes. Everyone should know how to be safe when surfing the web, Feeling comfortable and safe on the internet is extremely important, not only so that you can take advantage of the ease and convenience of job search, accessing services such as MyGov and other service websites, shopping, and banking, but so that you can safely use social media as well. Date: Wednesday 26th April & 3rd May Time: 1.00 pm to 3.30 pm Cost:$30.00
PERSONAL INTEREST HUNTER’S STAR QUILT
Please collect materials list A stunning two-tone quilt, (or make it multicoloured) with a traditional eight point star block, a simple machine pieced quilt with no tricky diamonds to sew. Date: Wednesday 7th June Time: 10.00am-3pm Cost: $40.00
KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS
Never picked up a needle? Learnt to knit once but haven’t tried for years? Lets get together and discover the fun of knitting, and complete a small project together. we will talk about choosing yarn and needles, learn basic stitches, shaping and maybe even some fancy techniques. Dates: Monday April 24th to May 15th ( 4 weeks) Times: 10.00am to 12.00pm Cost: $30.00
CROCHET FOR BEGINNERS
All welcome, no previous experience needed! This class will show you all the stitches and techniques you need to create your own projects. We will make small projects such as a granny square, a decorative star or a small toy. You are welcome to bring in a pattern you would like to tackle while we gain experience and confidence in this useful activity. Dates: Monday April 24th to May 15th ( 4 weeks) Times: 1.00 to 3.00pm Cost: $30.00
SOCK KNITTING
Ever wanted to try but not sure about how? It can be confusing to get started: set of needles or circular? Toe up or top down? And how does that heel shaping work? We will work through a simply sock pattern and learn each of the stages to creating your first pair of toe up socks. Lots of help with materials and techniques in time for chilly winter. Dates: Monday May 22nd to June 19th ( 4 weeks) Times: 10.00am to 12.00pm Cost: $30.00
THE STORY OF MY FAMILY
Every family has its own history; the stories of laughter and tears that go to make up who we are and where we came from. This class will assist you in writing, collecting and compiling the events that make your family unique, then turning those tales into a publication that you can share with your loved ones. We will cover how to gather ideas, compile and order them, edit effectively and present your book. No previous writing experience needed, we will adjust for the needs and interests of group members. Dates: Wednesday May 17th to June 7th ( 4 weeks) Times: 1.00pm -3.00pm Cost: $ 40.00
BEGINNERS’ GUIDE TO POETRY
From limericks to sonnets, poems provide a rich source of pleasure and inspiration. This group will introduce a variety of funny, moving and exciting poems and develop our understanding of the techniques used by poets to craft these little gems. It doesn’t matter if you have no previous knowledge of literature; we will explore poems that are easy to relate to and will open us up to new ideas, while being fun as well. Dates: Monday May 22nd to June 19th ( 4 weeks) Times: 1.00 to 3.00pm Cost: $40.00
OCTOPUS FOR A PREMIE
Can you crochet? Would you like to help premature babies? This class shows how to get involved in this worthwhile program and covers the tricks and tips that will mean every octo you make will get through the screening process and be safe for these tiny, vulnerable people. Dates: Wednesday May 10th Times: 1.00 to 3.00pm Cost: Free
FUN AND FITNESS PILATES – with Katrina
Date: Friday 21st April-26th May Time 2.30-3.30pm Cost: $75.00 6 weeks BYO mat At the Meredith Community Centre. The health benefits of Pilates include: improved flexibility increased muscle strength and tone, particularly of your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and buttocks (the ‘core muscles’ of your body), balanced muscular strength on both sides of your body, enhanced muscular control of your back and limbs, improved stabilisation of your spine, improved posturerehabilitation or prevention of injuries related to muscle imbalances, improved physical coordination and balancerelaxation of your shoulders, neck and upper backsafe rehabilitation of joint and spinal injuries prevention of musculoskeletal injuries increased lung capacity and circulation through deep breathing improved concentration, increased body awareness stress management and relaxation
TAI CHI Tai Chi is a moving form of meditation, with a low impact on the body that helps to maintain a healthy body and mind. Each class is structured to ease the participant through particular movements. Participants of varying ages and abilities are encouraged to learn at their own pace, gaining greater strength and balance. . Desma’s and Sandra’s classes introduce you to the moves that help you learn to control your breathing and improve your well-being.
STEADY FEET IN MEREDITH
at the Meredith Community Centre Wednesday 19th April until Wednesday 28th June. 9.30-10.30am (45 minutes to 1 hour of exercises) 4 Russell Street, Meredith - In the studio $5.00 Steady Feet is a program designed for older adults to reduce the risk of falls by performing exercises to challenge the balance systems and to increase strength and flexibility of the lower limb muscles. The program will consist of weekly sessions (including a pre-test session and a post-test session excluding school and public holidays). Each session, conducted by qualified exercise professionals, will run for approximately one hour, incorporating an exercise component and an opportunity to socialise and have a cup of tea or coffee afterwards. Before commencing the program all participants will require a signed medical check by their Doctor within the last 12 months. If you have more questions or would like to register your interest please contact Andrew Smith from the Bannockburn YMCA on 52812316 or email bannockburn@ymca.org.au
WEEKNIGHT WORK OUT– With Michael
At the Meredith Community Centre. Date: Wednesday evenings from April 19th Time: 5-6pm Cost: $100.00 10 weeks Week night workouts is an instructed fitness class for people of all ages who cannot make it through the day due to work or family. Instructed by Michael who has a background in Exercise Science, he aims to provide classes that are fun as well as physically challenging.
Meredith @ Community Centre Date: Tuesday April 18th to June 27th Duration 10 weeks Time 9.30 am Cost $120.00 Casual $14.00 Teacher Sandra Bannockburn evening classes for inner health @ Bannockburn Family Services Centre Date: Tuesday April 18th to June 27th Duration 10 weeks Time 9.30 am Cost $120.00 Casual $14.00 Teacher Desma Teesdale @ Teesdale Hall Date: Thursday April 20th to June 29th Duration 11 weeks Time 9.30 am to 10.30 am Cost $132.00 Casual $14.00 Teacher Desma
COMPUTERS FOR THE TERRIFIED
ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES OTHER INTEREST GROUPS MEREDITH SEW N SEWS
Bring along whatever you are working on and join this group to get your projects completed. Meets Mondays at the Meredith Community Centre in the Studio, from 1.30—3.30pm
Occasional Care
We have experienced and qualified childcare educators committed to providing a quality service in a warm friendly environment. Our program is designed to meet the individual needs of your child and the needs of the group. We welcome you to come and visit the Centre and talk to our staff. Monday-9.15-1.45pm Tuesday–9.15-12.15 Thursday 9.15 to 1.45 5 Hour sessions—Wednesday and Friday 9.15 to 2.15 After Kinder care session Mon, Tue Thurs 2.00 to 3.15. Children will be either taken over to the Primary School by our educator to join the after school program at 3.15 or to catch a bus. You can also collect your kinder and school aged child at the same time. The service is registered with DET so that you can access the Childcare Benefit and Childcare Rebate, which assists in making care in our Centre affordable. Some limited vacancies available so give us a call Caring staff and a quality program
OTHER SERVICES PUBLIC INTERNET-COMPUTER: Internet and computers available
for public use on Monday to Thursday only when qualified staff are in attendance. $2.00 per hour plus a printing charge.
CREATIVE PAINTING, CRAFT AND UFO’S
Dates: Friday from 21st April Time: 9.30-11.30pm Cost: $3 per class Participant in this fun session. Bring along your unfinished projects, or start something new.
OTHER GROUPS WHO MEET AT MCC MEREDITH LIONS CLUB
Lions club meet the first Tuesday of the month at the Meredith Community Centre contact 0473 380 552 for more details.
MEREDITH LANDCARE
Meredith Landcare, contact 5286 1250
POLICE PADDOCKS
Meredith Police Paddocks, contact 5286 1273 If you are a club or interest group looking for a place to meet please give us a call to see if we can help. Playgroup is held on Thursdays from 9.30-11.30am.
MEREDITH PLAYGROUP Various fun activities are organised over the term for the children. This is a great way to meet other parents and children in the community. Contact the Centre for further information.
PHOTOCOPYING: Black & white and colour. During office hours. LAMINATING This service is available for sizes A3 & A4. MEREDITH NEWSLETTER The newsletter is managed by an
ROOM HIRE
independant committee auspiced by the Community Centre. Please contact news@meredithnews.com.au for assistance
GOLDEN PLAINS MOBILE LIBRARY Every Thursday 9.00-10.30am.
MATERNAL HEALTH NURSE
The Community Centre has rooms to hire for group meetings as well as for training purposes. Great local facilities at reasonable rates.
Contact Golden Plains Shire service on 5220 7230.
ENROLMENT INFORMATION
The Meredith Community Centre aim to provide activities to suit a range of tastes and interests. Sometimes if we do not have sufficient enrolments to cover our costs we may not be able to run and advertised class.
Learn Local
Please check our website for more information about our Learn local programs funded through the Victorian government. Courses displaying the Learn Local label are subsidised with funding from the Victorian Government through ACFE (Adult Community and Further Education)
COURSE FEES
All ACFE classes are in line with the Ministerial Fees and Charges Policy. Additional Course amenity fees may apply.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
We welcome and encourage people of all abilities within our region to participate in the classes and activities offered at the Community Centre.
PRIVACY
This organization respects your right to information privacy. Information collected is held in accordance with the Privacy Laws. Please contact the House if you would like any further information on privacy.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Meredith Community Centre acknowledges the ongoing funding and support made available by the State Government of Victoria Adult & Community and Further Education (ACFE) and the Department of Health & Human Services.