Community News

Sensory Kingdom has recently moved to a new location at 205 Shannon Avenue, Manifold heights. They're excited to continue supporting families and children in the community with a range of sensory products. 

"At Sensory Kingdom, we specialise in products such as chew necklaces, weighted teddies, fidget tools, and other sensory supports that many students and families find beneficial."

They are offering our school families a 5% discount if you just show them this discount in the newsletter and can be used in-store.

Their current opening hours are Tuesday to Friday: 10:00am - 4:00pm & Saturdays: 10:00am -2:00pm.

Western Heights Uniting Tennis Club Hot Shots Tennis Program

All equipment provided and students can join any week. If you have any queries, contact Tennis Coach Evie Ryan via SMS at 0409 433 772 or email evieryan296@gmail.com 

Information for Students Using Public Transport

From 1 January 2026, public transport is now free for children aged between 5 and 17 years. To access free travel, all young people need to carry a Youth myki card and tap on and off each time they travel.

Youth myki can be purchased for $5 online via the Transport Victoria website or from a staffed station or from the PTV hub.

• Youth myki cards purchased online will be registered to the customer and will expire when they turn 18
• Youth myki cards purchased in person from a staffed station or the PTV hub aren't registered and will expire in 4 years. For a list of staffed stations and their operating hours, visit the Transport Victoria website.

Children under 18 travelling on ticketed V/Line services require a paper ticket or e-ticket and must present their Youth myki to obtain a $0 ticket. On booked V/Line services, the Youth myki card number can be used to access free travel.

For more information about Youth myki, please visit Youth myki.

The Geelong Youth Choir are hoping to attract new singers to their choirs in 2026, with choirs suitable for children from to 8-18 years.

Joining the Geelong Youth Choir offers students a wide range of benefits, including:

• Extension opportunities for students who love to sing
• The chance to learn to read music and develop strong vocal technique
• Regular performance opportunities within the community
• Special collaborations including with Opera Australia and ANCA Choral Fest
• Musicianship training based on the renowned Kodály method
• A confidence-building, supportive, and inclusive learning environment
• Choirs available for both primary and secondary students
• Open to young people aged 8–18

We have had a really successful year in 2025, with highlights including

• Performing with Opera Australia in their touring production of La Boheme
• Collaborations with Orchestra Geelong and Geelong Youth Orchestra
• Singing at the Highton Christmas Carols
• Performing for family, friends and the community in our own choir showcase concert.

You can find out more about Geelong Youth Choir at https://geelongyouthchoir.com/   

We are grateful for the great support of the Geelong community in helping to keep our affordable, community choirs running for the next generation of singers.

HELP AND SUPPORT

https://www.health.vic.gov.au/mental-health-services/telephone-and-online-services

Telephone and online services

There are telephone and online support services for people affected by mental health issues, with targeted services on particular issues or for particular groups in the community.

For specific groups in the community