TERM 4 WORKSHOPS

Cheap Eats – Cooking Workshops

A free 4-week cooking and education program, run by Dieticians from Western Health. Learn and practice some healthy recipes, budgeting tips and tricks for affordable and delicious meals and shopping. Enjoy the food together, or take home.

DAYS: Thursdays : 15th, 22nd, 29th October and 5th November Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm Cost: FREE

Calligraphy

Join our 6-week Calligraphy Course — perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Your course fee includes a complete Calligraphy Kit with nibs, a pen holder, and ink, so you’ll have everything you need to get started.  Spots are limited — book now and let your creativity flow! This is a 6-week course. It is recommended that you attend each weekly class to get the most out of your Calligraphy learning.

DAYS: Monday: 19th October – 23rd November Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm Cost: $100

FREE ON-GOING GROUPS

Menopause Support Group

A welcoming space where women can connect and share experiences, and explore practical ways to navigate this stage of life with confidence. Contact: [email protected]

Mondays - Weekly 1.00pm – 2.30pm FREE

Origami Club

Discover the art of transforming simple paper into beautiful shapes and designs. A welcoming group to slow down and craft with others. Contact: [email protected]

Fridays 10.00am – 12.00pm Fortnightly sessions. Dates group is held is: 21 August, 4 September, 18 September, 2 October, 16 October, 30 October, 13 November, 27 November, 11 December FREE

Melton Art Club

Let your creativity run wild in our two purpose-built art studios to indulge in painting, drawing, sculpting or whatever art project takes your fancy while having a cuppa and a chat. This social art club is purely a social group to share ideas and spend time with likeminded people. BYO art and craft project and materials. All artistic abilities welcome.

DAY: Wednesdays Time: 9.30am – 12.00pm

The Ladies Lounge – Women’s Social Group (50years +)

Looking to connect, relax and enjoy some great company? This friendly social group is for women aged 50+ who want to get out, have a laugh and make new friends. Each week is a chance to chat, play games, share ideas and enjoy good company — and the best part is, the group can help shape what activities you do together. Whether you’re new to the community or just looking for something fun and social, you’re warmly invited to join. Free to attend – just come along!

DAY: Wednesdays Time: 1.00pm – 2.30pm Starting Wednesday 5th August

New Carer’s Group: Parents of children with disability or neuro-diversity

Run in partnership with Holstep Health’s Carers Gateway program. More information coming soon.

Monthly every last Wednesday of the month (24 June, 29 July, 26 August, 30 September, 28 October, 25 November) TIME: 11.00am – 12.30pm FREE

Tea & Tech

Need help with your device? Lets chat over a cuppa! Join us for a relaxed one-on-one session where you can get friendly tech help while enjoying a warm cuppa. Contact 03 8746 1000 to book in today. Enquiries: [email protected]

Thursdays 30 minute sessions available between 2:00pm - 2.30pm

Monthly Carer’s Morning Tea

Carers in Melton are invited to a monthly morning tea, to connect and feel supported by other carers. This monthly event is intended for carers to take some time out for themselves, and to attend without the person they care for.

Dates: 14th May, 11th June, 9th July 13th August 10th September 8 October 12 November 10 December 10.00am - 11.30am Supported by Merri Health’s Carers Gateway Program, bookings are preferred by contacting [email protected] or click on the link

The Coffee Circle

Looking for a friendly spot to chat and connect? The Coffee Circle group, held at The Latin in Wallace Square, Melton – is open to all residents that may be looking for someone to share a coffee with. The Coffee Circle is a great way to meet new people and be around others from your local area. Come in and have chat with a Neighbour.

Fridays Weekly 10am Venue: The Latin, 10 Wallace Square Melton Contact [email protected]

GOOD THYMES GARDENING GROUP

Build new friendships and join us for plenty of laughs, as we share seeds, produce and new skills we have learnt along the way. We use the principal methods of both organic and sustainable gardening practices and have established a vegetable wicking bed system. We are a group that thrives on exchanged information, and welcome beginners and established gardeners who like to get their hands dirty.

Weekly -Tuesdays and Thursdays (two days the Group meet) 10.30am FREE Contact: [email protected]

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SUPPORT GROUP

A newly established peer support group for people, family and carers affected by multiple sclerosis. These fortnightly sessions are designed to provide support and connection in a safe and trusting space.

FREE Tuesdays Fortnightly 1:30pm – 3:30pm New 2026 dates: September: 1st, 15th, 30th. October: 13th, 27th. November: 10th, 24th. December: 8th, 22nd Contact: [email protected]