Community News and Services
Charis Mentoring Homework Club
Charis Mentoring is running an after school homework club for all Pasifika students in the Brimbank area. Please see the flyer attached below.
Students can register here: https://forms.gle/oG8aNB3cz1z6ambB7
Brimbank Youth Health and Wellbeing free webinar
Brimbank City Council will be hosting a Youth, Health and Wellbeing Webinar that is aimed to provide students with information on mental health, crime & safety, and study engagement services to young people in Brimbank to support them during the pandemic.
This free webinar will be held from 3:45pm – 6:15pm on Thursday 17th September. See the attached flyer for information on how to register.
The event will include the Brimbank mayor and other guest speakers including Tom Boyd, former AFL Western Bulldogs Player, who will speak about the importance of looking after your mental health; Alicia who is the Junior Lord Mayor of Melbourne will also be making a speech. Participants will be in the running to win one of three pairs of Beats by Dre Headphones.
School Holiday Online Program
This upcoming school holidays Mushroom Group, North Melbourne Football Club (The Huddle) and Melbourne Victory are offering young people aged 12-18 the opportunity to participate in an online school holiday program, aimed to engage, entertain and build skills.
These programs are funded by the Department of Education and Training.
Please see the flyer below for information on how to register.
Programs for Young People @ Brimbank Libraries
Brimbank Libraries are running several programs these school holidays! Click on the links to find out more.
Join Oromo Poet Saaro Umar to explore ways to express yourself through writing, particularly poetry. Participants will be able to use the workshop to create pieces of work which can be submitted to The Bold Source magazine and considered for their next publication.
Tuesday 24 September, 2pm.
Learn how to create your own Macramé plant hanger, using various macramé knots. Don’t have the materials needed? First 20 registrants will receive a craft pack containing everything you need!*
Tuesday 29 September, 2pm.
*to be eligible for a craft pack, each registrant must be a Brimbank resident. Limit to one pack per family.
Join local Brimbank artist Manuel Sison, as he details how he started his career in art, and how he is turning his passion into a business. He will explore the paths in which a creative career can take you, as well as share some of his works.
Wednesday 30 September, 2pm
Want to start your own business, or make some money from your hobby, but not sure just where to start? How do you get an ABN? Do you need one? What about a website? Join successful business-owner Justyna to learn the basics needed to start your own business so you can turn your hobby into profit.
Thursday 1 October, 2pm.
Healthy and Well-thy: Join Brimbank Libraries as we discuss ways to be safe and healthy; and learn some practical tools around lifestyle and wellness.
For young people aged 16-25 years. Five weekly sessions will cover: Body and Senses, Mind, Heart, Home Life, and Work.
Weekly Friday zoom webinars, 4-4.45pm, from 15 September-23 October.
The five week wellbeing program will be focusing on lifestyle and wellness activities and is not a platform for crisis support. If you’re in an emergency situation or need immediate assistance, contact mental health services, go to your local emergency department or call emergency services on 000. If you need to speak to someone urgently, call Lifeline 13 11 14 and Kids Helpline 1800 551 800.
Zoom VCE Study Support
VCE Year 12 Revision Tutored Session: English
Facilitated by Anne Mitchell, an experienced Year 12 English teacher and exam assessor, the session will focus on:
• Section A: Analytical interpretation of a text
• Section B: Comparative analysis of texts
• Section C: Argument and persuasive language
Anne will provide suggestions for effective preparation and tips for successful exam performance. Students are encouraged to bring topics for brainstorming practice, sample essays to get feedback, and questions about the exam that they would like answered.
Thursday 1 October, 11am-12:30pm
VCE Year 12 English as an Additional Language (EAL) Revision Tutored Session
Facilitated by Marcellene D’Menzie an experienced VCE English and EAL teacher and assessor of English. The VCE EAL Revision Program is targeted in helping you prepare for the EAL Examination. The program will assist you with strategies for the three sections:
• Section A – Listening to texts
• Section B – Text study
• Section C - Argument and language analysis
If you need any follow up support with any particular section you will be able to practise your skills and get immediate feedback.
Friday 2 October, 11am- 12.30pm
Are you a young person with an idea for a workshop for young people? We want to hear from you!
Brimbank Libraries is looking for young people aged 18-25 years to deliver some engaging online workshops targeted at Young People.
This is a paid opportunity. Staff will support you in setting up the virtual session and planning your online event.
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity and gaining some experience, please complete this survey, submissions close 15 November, 5pm.
If you have any additional queries about applying, please contact Jennifer at jenniferb@brimbank.vic.gov.au.
See the attached flyer for more details:
For more information on any of these events, please check out the Brimbank Libraries website: www.brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au
NDIS Information Sessions
Three different service providers are coming together to provide information for NDIS school leavers who are transitioning to further education or the workforce. See the attached flyer for details and how to register.
Talk to Ten: Free Mental Health Webinar Series
Funded by Moonee Valley Council, Psychologists Maria and Anthony will deliver a free ten week pilot webinar program, where once a week, they will present to parents/carers/etc on a mental health topic relevant to young people.
The presentation will be contained to only 10 minutes and there will then be 10 minutes given to any questions from the virtual audience. See the flyer attached for more information and how to register.
Headspace Sunshine
Support is available!
Headspace have developed a new digital resource to support young people: https://headspace.org.au/tips/
Call 9927 6222 to get advice about referral options for a young person to access telehealth support services.
You are also most welcome to call 8312 0200 and ask to be put through to Harry (Junior Campus) or Gail (Senior Campus). We are happy to assist with any referral information and discuss other support services and resources that may be helpful.
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Drummond Street Services in Brimbank
Support for Families and Individuals during COVID-19
Drummond Street services (available in Brimbank and other municipalities) is still supporting families during this very challenging time. They provide a range of services and programs to support children, young people, families, relationships and communities.
Give them a call and chat with their staff about what’s going on for you and your family. Interpreting services are available including multilingual staff, please ask if this is required. Appointments can be made to fit in with the needs of you and your family via telephone or the online platform Zoom.
You can access the following free services:
- Relationship and family counselling and support
- Family mental health support
- Parent coaching and support
- Groups and seminars on a range of parenting and relationship issues
- Individual counselling, for children and adults (a fee may apply)
- Specialist support for families who are expecting a baby and for those with a baby up to 1-year-old
- Support for stepfamilies
During COVID-19, we want to make sure that you, your families and our staff can stay safe and well, so currently we are offering our support by either telephone or Zoom.
Online information and video clips for your family are also available at www.ds.org.au/info-for-families-in-isolation.
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Join Brimbank Libraries Online
The Brimbank Library System covers 5 libraries, so if you are not a member it might be a good idea to get your parent/guardian to sign you up if you are under 18 (they have to join first and there is no cost involved). In this Stage 3 of lock down, it might be a good opportunity to grab an eBook or Audiobook that piques your interest. Visit https://www.brimbanklibraries.vic.gov.au/index.php/component/mtree/services/39-joining-and-borrowing.
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Maths Tutoring Available
Tommy Le , who was a student at our school last year and is now at Melbourne University is available as a Math Methods and Physics tutor after hours and can be contacted on 0414051716 or on email Tommyle48@hotmail.com.
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