All Things Hub

All Things Hub

We had a fantastic turnout on the Heights Campus for our Diwali Celebration on Thursday, November 7th. Women from both the Heights and Springvale Campuses came together to enjoy a variety of delicious foods; filling the atmosphere with laughter, and participating in Bollywood dancing - with Mrs. Cottier and Mrs. Orme and other staff joining in the festivities!

A highlight from the past two weeks in the Women’s Wellbeing group on the Springvale Campus has been our Art for Happiness program, a three-week creative therapy workshop led by Master of Social Work students from the Australian College of Applied Professions. This program emphasises wellness, happiness, strength, and resilience-building activities. For the initial task, participants were invited to draw a place where they felt safe, resulting in a variety of beautiful interpretations, including images of a large tree with wide branches and a cozy bed in their family home. We look forward to the next session, which will also begin on the Heights Campus on Thursday, November 14th.

Additionally, we invite our Burmese community members to a workshop on Elder Abuse Prevention, hosted by South East Community Links and the Ethnic Communities Council Victoria, on Wednesday, November 20th at 12:00 PM. This workshop will be conducted in their first language, and we hope to see many of our families there.

Now, let’s take a look at our available Hub programs.

English Classes – Springvale Campus 

Learn English by speaking, listening and even having some fun playing games with each other!  We also have some plans for some out of school excursions so please watch this space! 

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday morning from 9.30am - 11.30am.

Free childminding is available too. 

Citizenship Class – Springvale Campus 

Taught by a migration agent, the program assists learners to develop their understanding of Australian history, culture, civics, rights, responsibilities and the democratic process. This will help you prepare for your Citizenship Test! 

Friday             9.30am - 11.30am  

Free childminding is available too.      

Friday            12pm - 2pm

Burmese and Rohingya interpreter             

Playgroup –  Heights Campus & Springvale Campus 

Come along and meet other families with their children and join in on activities that allow you to talk, sing, share and have fun with one another. 

Wednesday 9.30 -11.30 (Springvale Campus)

Thursday 9.30 -11.30 (Heights Campus)

Women's Wellbeing Group 

Connect with other women whilst having fun participating in a variety of activities such as crafting, cooking and  more! 

Wednesday 12pm-1.30pm    (Springvale Campus) 

Thursday 2pm-3.30pm     (Heights Campus) 

Food Relief and Uniform 

Free food and milk for families experiencing financial difficulty. Free second-hand uniform is also available (subject to availability). If you would like further assistance please attend this session so we can connect you to further services. 

Tuesday 3.00pm - 3.30pm      (Springvale Campus) 

Monday  3pm- 3.30pm   (Heights Campus)

A reminder that to attend any of our Hub programs you will need a Volunteer Working with Children Check (WWCC).  It is free. If you need assistance applying for this card, please contact me (Hub Leader Julie Raciti) via the contact details below. 

Springvale Rise Community Hub Facebook Page

Please like and follow our Springvale Rise Community Hub Facebook page so that you can access all the latest updates and information. 

If you have any questions, please call on 

 0447 273 998 or email julie.raciti@education.vic.gov.au 

Mrs Julie Raciti

Community Hub Leader