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WELCOME to the June 2013 edition of the Diggers Rest Community
Newsletter.
Walkers wanted!
WHAT’S INSIDE:
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Services
Would you like to be more active and
meet some
new people? In need of some extra
motivation?
The Heart Foundation runs free walking
groups in
Your area – it‟s a great way to have fun
and look after
your health. Beginners are welcome.
Heart Foundation Walking is funded nationally by the Medibank
Community Fund and the Australian Government.
It is also funded by the QLD Government to get more
Queenslanders active and the ACT Government through ACT
Health.
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Programs/Activities
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Community Information
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Community
Groups/Clubs
For more information contact Leanne Christie, Active Communities Officer, Melton
City Council ph: (03) 9747 7236
Learn how to
cook healthy
low cost meals
For more information please
refer to page 5 of this
newsletter.
Melton City Council
Melton Civic Centre
232 High Street
Melton VIC 3337
Caroline Springs Civic Centre
193 – 201 Caroline Springs Bvd
Caroline Springs VIC 3023
P: 9747 7200
W: www.melton.vic.gov.au
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Services
2014 Kindergarten Enrolment Applications
2014 Kindergarten applications are currently available and being accepted. Enrolment applications
packages are available to access via the below avenues.
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Melton City Council Civic Centres at Melton
and Caroline Springs
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Kindergartens
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Maternal & Child Health Centres
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Occasional Care & Toy Library Centres
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Early Childhood Intervention Service
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Melton City Council home webpage
Applications can be lodged in person at Civic Centre
venues, online or mailed to PO Box 21 Melton 3337.
Complete application forms along with all supporting
documentation should be lodged as soon as possible, to
increase the likelihood of securing a place at the
Kindergarten of preference.
Diggers Rest Kindergarten currently has vacancies
available for the 2013 Kindergarten year
For more information contact Melton City Council Kindergarten Enrolment Officer on 9747-7200
What is on at your local library
Spanish Movie Morning – with English subtitles
Tuesday 2 July @ 10am.
Contact the library mid June for further details.
Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information contact the Caroline Springs Library on:
9747 5300
Seniors Movie Morning
Wednesday 24 July @ 10.45am
Contact the library early July for further detail
Light refreshments will be provided.
For more information contact the Caroline Springs Library on:
9747 5300
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Home Library Service
Did you know that the Melton City Council offers a free home library service
to eligible residents who are unable to visit the library due to ill health,
frailty, disability or are full time carers? Library staff selects material
according to your interest and the items are then delivered to your home on
a regular basis by volunteers. Home Library Service members have full
access to the library‟s collections.
If you are interested in receiving the Home Library Service or know
someone who would benefit from this service, For more information contact
Anne at the Caroline Springs Library on 9747 5300 or email:
annem@melton.vic.gov.au
Community Care and Inclusion Services
A range of services are provided to residents of the City of Melton who have a disability or are older adults
and their carers. These services are:
Access for All Abilities
Assists local sports and recreational clubs to provide access opportunities for all abilities
Community Transport
Assist people who are unable to use mainstream transport to access council services
Volunteer Transport
Provides transport for eligible residents to access hospital and other medical appointments
Home Based Services
Provides Home Care, Respite, Personal Care and Property Maintenance to eligible residents
Planned Activity Groups
Provides centre based and community based activities to maintain and enhance the well being of frail and
older adults.
Melton Seniors Community Centre
Located at 1 McKenzie Street, Melton Combined Pensioners Association and Melton Seniors Citizens Club
provides recreational and leisure activities for older adults. Hall available for hire on weekends.
Melton Senior Citizens
9743 3727 open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1pm- 3pm. Activities include carpet bowls, cards, billiards,
bingo and bus trips. Bingo Monday, Wednesday evenings at 7pm.
For more information contact the Service Access Officer on 9747 7320
Melton Lifestyles Walking Group
Another ‘Ageing Well in Melton’ supported activity
Come along and join this fantastic group!
Where:
Various locations around Melton
When:
Every Thursday morning
Time:
9.15am for a 9.30am start
Duration:
Estimated walk duration 45 minutes
Contact:
For more information contact Walk Leader – Rod Stephens 9743-5882
Enjoy the walk then stay for a free tea or coffee afterwards
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Disability and Aged Services in the City of Melton Guide
A guide to Disability and Aged Services in the City of Melton is available from the Diggers Rest Family
Services Centre Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest telephone: 9740-0817.
The guide provides a useful resource for people with a disability, older people, their families and
Careers living in the City of Melton and has been developed through the Metro Access Program.
Mothers Network Meetings
Our gold coin donation “drop in and have a cuppa” groups are available every week at the
following locations: We’d love you to join us!
Caroline Springs Springside Community Centre 22-55 Becca Way Monday 1pm – 3pm
Sunbury Sunbury Neighbourhood House 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury Friday 9.30 – 11.30am
Kid Fit Program (13 sessions)
Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, 9-19 The Parade,
Caroline Springs
Tuesday – 9.30, 10.30 & 11.30am
Wednesday -9.30 & 10.30am
Friday – 9am (2-5s), 10.00, 11.00am & 12noon
(under 2s)
Melton Recreation Centre, Coburns Road,
Melton Monday – 9.30 and 10.30am
Thursday – 9.30 (under 2s) and 10.30am (2-5s)
Mothers Network Laughs Galore
Come along and laugh with us we meet on
Wednesdays 9.30 – 12.00pm at 38 Westwood
Drive, Deer Park (Ask about the special entry price
for MN Member.
For more information on any of the session times
contact Deborah on 0412 360 398
Family Services
Family Services Duty Workers offer information, referrals, counselling assessments, limited financial
assessments, and support to those who live, work or study in the City of Melton are available at the
following locations and times:
Caroline Springs Library/Civic Centre and Melton Civic Centre: Wednesdays between 9.30am and
3.30pm
Springside Children’s & Community Hub (Becca Way, Caroline Springs): Mondays between 9.30 am
and 2.30pm -.
Services provided:
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Welfare casework and advocacy
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Assistance in dealing with larger organisations such as utility companies or Centrelink
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Information and referral to other organisations
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Liaison with other Council Services
For more information contact Customer Services on: 9747 7200
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Maternal Child Health Services
Diggers Rest Maternal and Child Health Service operates on Wednesdays and alternate Thursdays.
The service caters for families with children aged between 0 - 6 years and is free.
For more information contact the appointment secretary on: 9747 7287.
Programs and Activities
Six in Six Cooking Program
Learn how to cook healthy low cost meals
What is Six in Six?
Six in Six is a group cooking program that aims to
increase knowledge and confidence about preparing
healthy meals on a budget through offering support with
basic cooking skills. The program costs $3 per person per
session and runs once a week for 6 weeks.
*To be eligible to participate in the Six in Six programs,
you must be: a resident of the City of Melton, aged 18 and
over and not currently working full time
For more information contact: Kate Addy on 9747 5437 or Venita Mackinnon on 9747 7127 or email
liveeatgo@melton.vic.gov.au
Kinda Kinder
Is a free program aimed at children aged between 0-6 years old,
designed to enhance your child‟s learning and development of literacy,
numeracy and socialising skills through play and fun activities. The
playgroup is led by Victoria University students undertaking the
Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood/Primary) with the support of
Primary Schools and Local Government.
Venue:
When:
Time:
Diggers Rest Primary School,
Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest
Tuesdays
9am - 10am
For more information contact Natalie
on 9919 2037 or email: natalie.vemuccio@vu.edu.au
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Little Diggers Playgroup
Everyone Welcome
This playgroup is for children aged 0-5 and their
parents/carers. The play group is free and is run
by Lisa Giggins at the Diggers Rest Primary
School, activities include craft and play.
When: Mondays 9am-11am
Where: Diggers Rest Primary School, Plumpton
Road, Diggers Rest
For more information contact: Lisa on 9740-1391
Melton Men’s Shed
The Melton Men‟s Shed is a place for men to come together to capture
and share their skills and experiences.
It‟s a place to work on projects that benefit the local community and to
promote men's health and wellbeing.
AT THE SHED WE RUN:
 Woodworking
 Restoration
 Information on Men‟s Health
 Gardening
 Cooking
Or just a chance to yarn with other men.
For more information contact Melton Men‟s Shed on 9971 5106
Hatha Yoga
Hatha yoga is an integrated system that combines gentle yoga postures,
conscious breathing techniques and relaxation, connecting you to a feeling of
inner wellbeing with improved health and energy in your life.
Where:
When:
Cost:
Diggers Rest Kindergarten
Plumpton Road Diggers Rest
Mondays 9.30am – 10.30am
$48.00 for 8 weeks
We need to fulfil the required number of students for classes to commence.
For more information contact Paula on 9740 0817
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Tai Chi for Arthritis
Join Fred Davies as he takes you through the Tai Chi for Arthritis Program
When:
Tueday 1.00pm – 2,.15pm
Where:
DJ Cunningham Centre, 29-41 Exford Road Melton South
Cost:
$2.00
Another „Ageing well in Melton‟ activity
For more information contact Fred on 9746 1247
Get Activated
Come along and get active with the children with a range of sporting
opportunities. Come and try your hand at Basketball, table tennis,
soccer plus much more.
Great way to keep the kids busy these holidays
When:
Where:
Time:
Wednesday 10 July, 2013
Melton Indoor Recreation Centre, Coburns Rd
10am – 12pm
For Preschool – 12 years of age
For more information contact: Margaret Zerafa (Sports Program
Officer) Tel: 9747 5356
Kidz Unplugged
Kidz Unplugged is a Uniting Care Music Program that incorporates social and
developmental activities for parents with their children aged 0 to 5 yrs of age.
Movement to music, dance, singing and instrument play provide a fun and exciting
environment for children to explore as well as develop confidence and positive
self- esteem.
Parent participation enables mums and dads to incorporate these activities into
their play and daily routines.
Sessions run on Tuesday mornings at the St Andrew‟s
Uniting Church in Sunbury:
Session 1 – 9.15am to 10.00am
Session 2 – 10.15am to 11.00am
Session 3 11.15am to 12.00pm
All sessions are followed by morning tea. Program fees do apply and booking is
required.
For more information contact Uniting Care, Kirsten on 0417408099
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6801 Youth Outreach Program
Did you know that Melton City Council Youth Services offers an after hours support service?
It is for young people, parents and community members in the Melton City
6801 operates every Friday and Saturday night from 6:00pm - 12:00 midnight. Young people can access
information and support on a range of issues by contacting Youth Outreach Workers.
Are you a young person experiencing difficulties in any area of your life? Are you looking for information
about local Service Providers? Are you feeling unsafe whilst out and about in the Diggers Rest Area on the
weekends? If you are, give us a call on 9743 6801
Community information
Opening of Melton Library and Learning Hub
The state of the art Melton Library and Learning Hub is open for business!
The Five Star Green Star building is a people-friendly community hub that caters for everyone. The library
and learning hub is an airy, light-filled space spread over two levels and is more than four times bigger than
the old library.
It boasts an impressive suite of services, programs and facilities available in the community, including thirty
public access PC‟s available, eleven meeting spaces that can be booked for various activities plus Maternal
and Child Health services will also offer their services from two consultation rooms .
You will be able to grab a book, something to eat or drink and enjoy some quiet time.
The Melton Library and Learning Hub is located at 31 McKenzie Street, melton. There‟s on-site parking,
bicyle racks as well as being situated close to public transport .
Opening hours are from 9am on weekdays, with extended opening hours until 8.30pm Monday – Thursday.
Saturday hours have also been extended until 4pm.
To find out more about the Melton Library and Learning Hub, visit www.melton.vic.gov.au/library
Artists
The Caroline Springs Gallery at Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub is
now accepting applications from young, emerging, community and
professional artists for the second half of 2013. No commissions are taken by
Caroline Springs Gallery.
For more information contact: the Arts & Culture Officer on 9747 7200 or
email: artsandculture@melton.vic.gov.au
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Djerriwarrh Employment and Education
Services Inc.
Djerriwarrh Employment and Education Services established in 1989, is a not for profit organisation and
leading provider of community services to the residents of Melton, Caroline Springs, Sunshine, St Albans,
Sunbury and surrounding areas.
Djerriwarrh is a unique organisation that delivers accredited training and personalised service in a relaxed,
friendly environment, with a community minded focus. Djerriwarrh works effectively at all levels in the
community, and has strong relationships with various departments across local, state and federal
government, schools, community groups and local committees.
Djerriwarrh has a strong committment to youth and provides a vital link between schools and the community.
Supporting disengaged young people into sustainable pathways through education, training and employment
across the Melton and Brimbank areas.
Djerriwarrh delivers a diverse range of programs and courses which include:
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Adult, Community and Further Education (ACFE)
Australian Apprenticeships Access Program
Djerriwarrh Community House
Fee for Service Training
Language, Literacy & Numeracy Program (LLNP)
Securing Jobs for Your Future: Skills for Victoria
Youth Guarantee
VET in Schools
Victorian Accredited Drink Driver Education Program
Courses offered in Sunbury and Melton branches:
239 Station Road Melton 3337
Phone: (03) 8746 1000 Fax: (03) 8746 1050
Community Notice Board
The new Community Notice Board positioned
on Cradle Road (next door to chemist) in
Diggers Rest is available for community
notices.
For more information contact Rox 9740 0817 or
email roxanav@melton.vic.gov.au
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COMMUNITY GROUPS AND CLUBS
Diggers Rest Community Web Links (DiggersRest.com) is now in its 11th year online. During this time it
has managed to develop a very strong community following. We value the support offered by those who
subscribe to our email updates via the mail list. Your individual feedback is always appreciated and we
look toward an exciting future for everyone in Diggers Rest. http://www.diggersrest.com
Diggers Rest Facebook Page
Join the growing number of residents who “Like” the Diggers Rest
Community Facebook page. Stay up to date with all the latest news and
views in Diggers Rest.
We look forward to reading your comments and keeping you in the loop via
the Diggers Rest Community Facebook page.
www.facebook.com/diggersrest
Diggers Rest Residents Association Inc (DRRA)
Township residents who want to be involved in making things happen in their community are invited to
become members of the DRRA.
The DRRA vision is to build a better community; to provide a forum for members to raise issues; and to focus
interest on these issues within the township.
Meetings are held at the Diggers Rest Family Services Centre on the first Wednesday of the each month - 7
to 8 pm approx.
All residents with the postcode 3427 are welcome to join our association.
For more information contact the DRRA on 0402 779 928 or write to PO Box 106, Diggers Rest.
Diggers Rest Directions (DRD)
The D.R.D Inc. has been formed at a time we believe our suburb to be at the threshold of significant
development.
We invite all residents and ratepayers of the postcode 3427 to come along to our meetings.
The DRD‟s objectives are to foster harmonious relationships working with local government and regulatory
bodies and to advance key issues for the betterment and benefit of the wider Diggers Rest Community.
Meetings are held at the Old School House, first Tuesday of the month, commence 7.30pm
For more information contact Charles Watson on 9740 1230 or write to PO Box 14 Diggers Rest 3427.
Diggers Rest Burras Walking Club
Club Description:
Exercise in a safe environment for all community members.
Don‟t forget to bring a drink bottle.
Club Location:
Diggers Rest Burras Sports Club, Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Diggers Rest Burras Walking Group, on 0401 664 568
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Diggers Garden Group
Club Description:
The group shares gardening Ideas, tips and information.
Club Location:
Diggers Rest Bowling Club, Calder Highway Diggers Rest (Melway Ref 352 C6)
Club Contact:
Kathleen Telephone: 9740 1951
Diggers Rest Bowling Club Inc.
Club Description:
Provides Bowling Club, Darts and Pool Teams.
Club Location:
Stan Payne Reserve, Old Calder Highway, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Ernie Nolan, Mobile: 0409 863 433, Phone: 9744 3930, E-mail:
rnie.barb.nolan@hotmail.com
Diggers Rest Bulla Village Cricket Club
Club Description:
Providing cricket for juniors to seniors.
Club Location:
Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Melissa Sharp, Mobile: 0418 202 639, Email: Melissa.sharp@hartrodt.com.au
Diggers Rest Auskick
Club Description:
Auskick is for boys and girls aged from 5-12 years
Club Location:
Auskick runs from April to August each year on a Saturday morning from 9am –
10.30am at Diggers Rest Football Ground on Oval 2.
Club Contact:
Paul Davis 0400320456 or visit the Auskick website at www.aflauskick.com.au.
For more details
Lions Club of Diggers Rest
Club Description:
Community services – Charitable Organisation
Club Location:
Old Diggers Rest School House, Old Clader Hwy, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Charlie Watson, Mobile: 0419 883 461 – P.O Box 34 Diggers Rest, Vic, 3427
Diggers Rest Football and Netball Club
Club Description:
Fielding of three football teams (under 18, reserves and seniors)
and three netball teams in Riddell District Football League competition.
Club Location:
Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Secretary Bob Ryan, mobile: 0412 814 280
Email: burrasbanter@hotmail.com
Web: www.drfc.com.au
Other Contacts:
Bob Ryan – burrasbanter@hotmail.com
Emma Cheyne – emmacheyne77@hotmail.com
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1st Diggers Rest Scouts Group
Group Description: Cub & Scout Sections in Diggers Rest. Scouting provides our youth with adventure,
excitement and a sense of personal
Club Location: Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve - Tennis Pavilion, Plumpton Road
Club Contact: Central Scouts Officer, Mary Stanek, Ph.8379 6222 or email: western@vicscouts.asn.au
Diggers Rest Tennis Club
Club Description:
The Diggers Rest Tennis Club offers tennis competition and coaching
Club Location:
Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Mara Cassar, PO Box 180, Diggers Rest 3427,
Ph.: 9740 1334 or Email: maracassar@bigpond.com
Diggers Rest Junior Football Inc.
Club Description:
Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve. Provision of junior football - Auskick, U10, U12,
U14, U16. A fun environment to play Aussie Rules
Club Location:
Diggers Rest Recreation Reserve, Plumpton Road, Diggers Rest
Club Contact:
Merran Goforth, Mobile: 0438 731 360, Email: mgoforth@bigpond.net,au
Website: www.drjfc.com.au
Church Services
The Gateway Church meets every Sunday at the Diggers Rest Family Centre. Sunday Service is at
10.00am. They have a Ladies Group, Men‟s Group and a Children‟s Ministry.
For more information contact Ps Geoff Farmer on 9740 6696 or 0414397862
If you would like your Club or Group included on this listing or would
like to update your information, please contact Rox on 9740 0817 or
email: roxanav@melton.vic.gov.au