Community News

Merbein Bush Playgroup

Held at the Merbein Common on Tuesdays from 9.30-11am. Provides parents and children the opportunity to run, jump, explore and learn in a natural bush setting no matter the weather. Call Claire and Ofa for more information 0437077689. Transport is available.

The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph 2019 Amatuer Bakers

Mildura City Heart is again preparing for The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph and this year we will be celebrating the event’s 22nd year, with a day of celebrations, competition and family-friendly activities to be held from 9am, officially opening at 10am on Saturday 17th August 2019, in Mildura’s Langtree Mall.

We are inviting you to participate, by baking your best vanilla a slice for judging on Friday 16th August, 2019, with winners announced at The Great Australian Vanilla Slice Triumph on Saturday 17th August, 2019.

Please find attached everything you need to know for this years event including some example recipes and follow the link below to enter.

https://www.milduracity.com.au/event/the-great-australian-vanilla-slice-triumph

Amaze NDIS – Readiness Workshops (Autism Specific) in Mildura

Amaze is proud to host FREE workshops and information sessions to help individuals and families access the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) all across Victoria.

Our sessions are designed to give you the information and skills to exercise choice and control when using the NDIS.

Some of the important topics we’ll cover include:

Pre-planning
Writing a carer and participant statement
Setting and writing goals
Effective communication
Advocacy
Community connections and peer support

For more information contact Anastasia Petropoulos | Reception/Administration

Mon – Thu: 9am – 3pm on Phone 03 9657 1601 or email anastasia.petropoulos@amaze.org.au or visit www.amaze.org.au

Merbein Football Netball Club Draw 4000

Come and support your local football and netball club at the Draw 4000 being held this Saturday, 27th July from 7pm. Last ticket drawn wins first prize of $4000. Many other giveaways during the night. A $100 ticket admits two people with a finger food supper provided and free drinks during the draw (spirits half price). For tickets, contact Toney Hurley on 0439 619 168.

Homebase Mildura

Homebase Mildura is now open at 233 Deakin Avenue (between 12th and 13th Streets). Check out their Facebook page to see what Homebase has to offer young people needing a safe, supportive space when times are hard or you just need some company!