TERM 2 WORKSHOPS 2026

NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE WEEK 11-17 May

Largest Lunch

Grab a Plate at our Largest Community Lunch! This is a unique opportunity to bring our community together over a meal, and be a part of a national celebration of connection, support, and belonging!

Date: Wednesday 13 May Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm

Scavenger Hunt competition

To celebrate Neighbourhood House Week, Neighbourhood Houses in the City of Melton are hosting an exciting scavenger hunt competition! Collect a gameboard and complete the activities for your chance to win a share in $380 worth of prizes! Pick up a scavenger hunt gameboard from Djerriwarrh’s Neighbourhood House or click the link below. Complete each challenge on the gameboard before returning it to the staff at your Neighbourhood House before 4.30pm on Friday 15 May.

Vase Decorating - Acrylic Pouring workshop

Looking to unleash your inner artist? Join us for an acrylic pouring class, where you will learn how to decorate your very own vase! Choose your own vibrant colours, and creating your very own masterpiece to take home.

DATE: Friday 15 May 2026 TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm COST: $65

Electrifying Communities

Cook, Eat and Learn about Energy with an electric appliance cooking demonstration with Environment Victoria. Call 03 8746 1000 or email [email protected] to book your seat

DATE: Wednesday 27 May 2026 TIME: 10.30am – 12.00pm COST: FREE

FREE ON-GOING GROUPS

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

Punjabi Language Club for Kids

Bookings have now closed for Term 2. We are now taking Expressions of Interest for Term 3 classes.A fun and interactive workshop where children learn basic Punjabi through games, songs, and conversation. A great way to build language skills and cultural connection in a relaxed, supportive environment. Open to children aged 5 and over.

DATE: Every Tuesday (during school term) TIME: 4.30pm – 6.00pm FREE

“Bhangra” - Punjabi dance classes for Kids

Bookings have now closed for Term 2. We are now taking Expressions of Interest for Term 3 classes. Get moving and have fun with Bhangra, a vibrant Punjabi folk dance full of energy and culture. This free workshop is open to children aged 5 and over and runs every Monday at the Neighbourhood House. No experience needed just bring your enthusiasm!

DATE: Every Monday (during school term) TIME: 4.30pm – 5.30pm FREE

Meet & Mingle

Two hours of laughter, connection, and play designed to uplift your mind, body, and spirit.

Friday 1 May – Friday 29 May (5 weeks) 6.00pm – 8.00pm $5 a session, or $20 for 5 sessions

Creative Threads

A simple and fun class that teaches the easiest stitches and threads to make a small, finished piece to take home with you. All levels welcome.

Wednesdays Weekly, 10.00am – 12.00pm FREE Contact: [email protected]

Hand Embroidery

Summary: Explore the art of stitching in a calm, creative setting. Each session introduces new techniques and patterns, perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Come as you are—no experience needed, just a love for making things by hand. All materials provided

Friday 4.30pm – 5.30pm Cost: FREE Contact: [email protected]

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

Bingo

Come and join us for a fun and social game of Bingo, where its less about the prizes and more about the laughs. All equipment provided, just bring yourselves.

Thursdays Weekly, 9.30am - 11.00am FREE Contact: [email protected]

CHATTY CAFE -Currently at Capacity –

Looking for a friendly spot to chat and connect? The Chatty Café 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 Chatty Café is a great way to meet new people and be around others from your local area. Val, our lead volunteer, helps everyone feel welcome and included. Come in and have chat with a Neighbour.

Fridays Weekly 10am Venue: The Latin, 10 Wallace Square Melton Free tea and coffee available to all groups Contact [email protected]

THE MELTON SINGERS -Currently at Capacity –

If you are interested in community singing, no experience needed, come and join us on a Tuesday at Melton Central . Beginners welcome, in this friendly and welcoming group

Tuesdays Weekly 10am Free Contact Val on 0418667150

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.

Tuesdays, Weekly 10.30am FREE Contact: [email protected]

Women’s Support Group

The Women’s Support Group provides a mental health support program for local women of all ages. It is a space where women can come together to share their experiences, offer mutual support, and foster personal growth

Mondays Weekly, 1.00pm - 2.30pm 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: February: 10th, 24th March: 10th, 24th April: 7th, 21st May: 5th, 19th June: 2nd, 16th, 30th July: 14th, 28th August: 11th, 25th September: 8th, 22nd October: 6th, 20th November: 17th December: 2nd, 15th Contact: [email protected]

Community Repair Cafe

Do you have any household items that are broken or need mending? Do you want to save money on unnecessary purchases and repair these items for free? Bring them along to the Community Repair Café at Melton Central on the last Saturday of the month and speak with one of our amazing volunteer fixers! Led and supported by Western Health and Melton City Council.

Saturday’s Monthly at Melton Central 10am – 12.00pm