Local Community News

FREE COFFEE Fridays (December) - The Little Ox Cafe,

Sports Camp

Summer Hoildays Tennis/Multi Sport

Bayside Council Santa's Magic Mailbox

From 17 November to 17 December, a bright red mailbox straight from the North Pole will be waiting outside Woolworths, 40 Bluff Road, Black Rock.

Children can write their Christmas wishes or simply say hello to Santa—and receive a special reply!

Here’s how it works:

Write your message to Santa – use one of Santa’s postcards (available from Monday at collection points) or create your own masterpiece.
Post it in Santa’s Magic Mailbox at Bluff Road.
Scan the QR code on the mailbox or postcard and complete the quick webform so Santa knows where to send his reply.
Deadline: Postcards must be mailed by Wednesday 17 December to reach Santa in time!

Where to find Santa’s postcards:

Beaumaris & Sandringham Libraries
Bayside Corporate Centre
Participating Black Rock traders

BGS Swim Holiday

Free public transport

From 1 January 2026, people aged under 18 can travel free on all Victorian public transport services using a new youth myki card. This includes trams, trains, buses and coach services.

To access free travel, they must tap the myki card on and off each time they travel. For areas that do not use myki cards, they must show their myki card to travel free.

More information about the youth myki card will be available later in Term 4, 2025 – refer to the myki types webpage on the Transport Victoria website.

For more information about other travel options to school, and support for eligible students, refer to the Travelling to school webpage on the Victorian Government website.

Webpage to help families and students prepare for a new school year

A new school year is an exciting time for students and families, but it can be a big step – particularly for those starting Prep, secondary school or VCE.

The Department of Education has a webpage with resources and information to help you prepare for the new school year.

During the school holidays, please consider reading through the resources, which include:

· tips to help transition from kinder to Prep, primary to secondary school, and Year 10 to VCE

· what to expect at school

· help with school costs and fees

· health and wellbeing guidance to support children’s mental health. Please refer to the New year of learning webpage.

Christmas Bayside Farmers Market

What a great way to kick-start the weekend, with a visit to the 60+ market stalls featuring seasonal fresh produce direct from the farm, gourmet and artisan foods and beverages, take-away food, drinks & coffees, and live music…all at a fabulous beachside location…..…so get your family and friends together and join in this fantastic community event!

Come along and join in Christmas Cheer.

HERE’S WHERE YOU’LL FIND US:

🗓When: Saturday, 22nd November

📍Where: Trey Bit Reserve (Jetty Road), Sandringham*

⏰Time: 8am-1pm

🐶Dogs welcome on lead also

More details about the market are also available at:

Website: https://BaysideFarmersMarket.com.au

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BaysideFM

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baysidefarmersmarket_

Code Camp

Brighton Beach Primary School Christmas Fair

Music on the Green

Brighton Sea Scouts

ASC School Holiday Sports Camp

Sport Star Academy

JAMES AN COLLEGE

Elwood City Soccer Club

Elwood City Soccer Club is holding Development Squad trials for our 2026 season, and we’re inviting young players from the local community to come along and give it a go.

Our Development Squads focus on developing confident, skilful, and creative players in a fun and supportive environment. The program is led by experienced, qualified coaches who prioritise growth, teamwork, and a lifelong love for the game.

Teams generally compete in Kangaroo and Community A divisions, offering a great level of competition for players ready to take that next step — or those simply looking for a fresh challenge and a chance to reach their full potential.

Even if a player hasn’t yet found the right team fit, our trials are a fantastic opportunity to build confidence, learn, and enjoy playing alongside others who share the same passion.

Trial Details: commencing week of 13 OctoberMore details & registration: https://www.elwoodcityjuniors.org/devsquadtrials2026

Brighton Union Cricket Club

AFLW Free Tickets

Discount adult tickets and under-18s are free.

Junior Cellists

2-Day Sports Camp

Drama Classes - Elwood

Learn to Sail

Learn to sail these school holidays with Tackers at Albert Park lake!

Tackers is a fun introductory, games-based sailing program designed for kids aged 7-12 yrs. Participants learn how to sail small boats with the guidance and expertise of our Australian Sailing qualified instructors.

Tackers focuses on teaching sailing in a fun and engaging way where participants can sail with friends and make new friendships along the way.

Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.

Visit https://www.theboatshed.net.au/tackers for more information and/or to book a place.

Recruiting Elwood Koalas Basketball Team

Do you have a Grade 5 or 6 girl who is interested in playing basketball?

The Elwood Koalas are seeking additional players to compete in the Bayside competition. Games are on Tuesdays after school, usually at MSAC. Training at Elwood Primary before school on Thursdays. Koalas are a friendly bunch of girls who focus on the fun of playing!

If you're interested we'd love to hear from you. Please contact team manager Leah at blochleah@gmail.com.