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Bannockburn Food Pantry

Our community organising committee has been busy recruiting volunteers, arranging training, purchasing fridges, freezers and essential equipment, and developing important partnerships with Geelong food-share and Foodbank Victoria.

We’re proud to invite the whole community to join us:

📅 every Thursday

⏰ 11:00 am–2:00 pm

📍 Y Bannockburn-Bannockburn Recreation Centre132 Milton Street Bannockburn

Come along, meet our volunteers and learn how the Banno Food Pantry will help provide practical food relief and support for local individuals and families.

What is the Banno Food Pantry-

The community food pantry is welcoming, non-judgmental food support for local people and families.

The Bannockburn Food Pantry will be based at YMCA Bannockburn 132 Milton St Bannockburn, placing the service within a familiar community recreation facility that is approachable, inclusive and easy to access.

The community-led initiative has been developed by the Community Pantry Reference Group, bringing together Hesse Rural Health, Golden Plains Shire Council, Momentum Christian Church, the Uniting Church, Bannockburn & District Men’s Shed, Golden Plains Youth, Lions Club and YMCA Geelong, with support from the Golden Plains Local Food Network with thanks to Geelong Food Share and Foodbank Victoria for the produce and pantry items.

Donation list of non-perishable foods/household products the Banno Food Pantry will stock:

• Rice
• Pasta
• Pasta/stirfy sauces
• Noodles
• Legumes (eg. Dried or tinned lentils, beans, chickpeas)
• Tinned baked beans
• Tinned spaghetti
• Tinned/jar fruit (eg. Peaches, pears, pineapple)
• Tinned fish (eg. Tuna, salmon, sardines)
• Oil
• Flour
• Breakfast cereals (eg. Weetbix, oats)
• Long-life milk
• Stock (powder, cubes or liquid in tetrapack)
• Instant coffee
• Tea
• Dried fruit
• Nuts
• Spreads (eg. Peanut butter, vegemite)
• Soap
• Shampoo/conditioner
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Nappies
• Sanitary items (eg. Pads, tampons)
• Continence products
• Deodorant
• Laundry powder
• Dish soap
• Household cleaning items
• Toilet paper
• Pet food (eg. Cat, dog)
• Fresh fruit & Vegetables

Donated items must be unopened, in their original packaging, with full ingredients and allergens listed, and within their best-before/use-by date. 

If you can assist with donations, food, or volunteer- contact

Inverleigh Flower Show

Saturday 31st October, 9 am to 4 pm at the Inverleigh Town Hall (71 High Street).

There's plenty for children to enjoy, including:

• Children's categories, so young ones can enter their own flowers and creations
• A free kids' planting station, where they can plant a seed and watch it grow
• Family-friendly activities throughout the day

It's a lovely chance for children to get creative, get their hands dirty and discover the joy of nature, right in their own backyard.

Summer Hockey

Looking for a fun way to stay active over the summer? 

Summer Hockey is open to players of all ages and skill levels, from 6 to 70+! With lower costs, a friendly atmosphere and plenty of fun, it’s a great way to get involved, meet new people and enjoy some hockey.

All skill levels welcome, come along and join the fun! Check out the flyer or scan the QR code for more information.

Boys Summer Adventure Camp

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