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Music from the wetlands

The Alphington & Fairfield Civic Association (AFCA), in conjunction with its partners; the City of Yarra, North Fitzroy Community Bank and the Victorian Government Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions are excited to announce that the 10th “Music From the Wetlands Festival” will be held on Sunday 19 November between 11:45am and 5:30pm at the Alphington Wetlands, 1 View St, Alphington.   

The Festival commences with a Music March starting at the north entrance to Alphington park (near the Bowls Club) at 11:45am. This is a fun walk down to the Wetlands with Havana Palava leading the way. On arrival at the Wetlands there will be food and drink stalls open for lunch.This is a community event with an environmental focus, organised entirely by volunteers, celebrating Music, Environment and Community.  The event includes a free concert showcasing a variety of musical entertainment, together with stalls and displays from community and environment groups as well as kids activities all day - including crafts, "paint the wetlands" and juggling lessons. 

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Go Girls Soccer

On the back of the Matilda’s captivating World Cup campaign, Banyule City Council and Football Victoria are running a FREE beginners soccer program for girls aged 8-16.

Football Victoria and Banyule City Council are running 2 x Go Girls Soccer programs for girls aged 8-16. Details of the programs are:

Location: Poulter Reserve, Poulter Ave, Greensborough VIC

Dates: Mondays 16th, 23rd and 30th October 2023

Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Location: Malahang Reserve, Oriel Road, Heidelberg West VIC

Dates: Tuesdays 14th, 21st and 28th November 2023

Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Please register via this link - Go Girls Events - GO Football

Thank You Roosters

Chess Mates staff will be supervising the students and facilitating the competition. The principal from Rosanna Primary School will also be supervising the event.

Location/Address: Rosanna Primary School, Grandview Grove, Rosanna 

Date: Thursday 26th October

Time: 9:00am - 3:30pm

Format: Swiss Tournament with two divisions - Open and Junior (Prep - Grade 2)

Parents will also be able to get more information on the event when they scan the qr code on the flyer to register.

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