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Zonta Club of Wangaratta Inc
Zonta Club of Wangaratta Inc. are holding their afternoon tea and fashion parade fundraiser on Saturday, May 17th. Zonta are a great partner of our school, offering an award at the end of the year, boys and girls breakfasts together with incidental support when asked. Their afternoon tea and fashion parade is a wonderful opportunity for the Wangaratta High School to support their fundraising efforts.
Rural City of Wangaratta
Calling Young Changemakers🌱
Are you aged 15–25 and passionate about the environment, climate action or making a difference in your community?
In partnership with the Rural City of Wangaratta, Make A Change Australia presents 10/10 Leadership – Youth Climate & Resilience 🌏✨
🟢 What’s it all about? A powerful FREE program designed to empower young people to lead projects that matter — focused on sustainability, climate change, extreme weather, and more.
💡 What’s Included?
✅ 1-day interactive leadership workshop (30 spots only!)✅ Hands-on tools, workbooks & support✅ Guidance to create your own climate-related project✅ Follow-up support from council & Make A Change Australia✅ All food provided: morning tea, lunch, and arvo tea!
📍 When & Where?🗓️ Wednesday 28th May🕘 9:15am – 4:30pm📍 Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre
🎯 Don’t miss this chance to build leadership skills, connect with others & drive real impact in your community.
👉 Spots are limited – register your interest now! https://au.openforms.com/Form/01555d6f-2a2d-48a1-99be-1d78e73e437d
Questions? Email Zaylee Saint-James Turner z.saint-jamesturner@wangaratta.vic.gov.au
Youth Census
Our Youth Census is now LIVE!
The Rural City of Wangaratta is inviting young people aged 12-25 to lead the way in the new, "What YOUTH Want campaign", running until Sunday 11 May.
The quick and easy 60-second survey is designed by and for young people. This initiative empowers participants to voice their ideas, hopes, and priorities through a Youth Census.
By taking part, young individuals stand a chance to win great prizes including the opportunity to customise Nike sneakers to the value of $250 with Nike By You.
Unleash the Joy
“Unleash the Joy” , is a not-for-profit organisation that helps struggling families get their children back to school . This will be our 3rd year in doing this and we rely on our local community and community businesses in donating to our cause.
Business Managers Victoria
Headspace Outdoor Social Group
Uniting Carer Gateway Program
Wangaratta Youth
One of our students wanted to shine some light on the wonderful efforts of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Our mission is to grant the wish of every eligible child – a quest sparked by the belief that a wish is integral to a child’s treatment.
For further information and to make a donation, visit this link: https://www.makeawish.org.au/support/ways-to-donate/donate
Wangaratta Concert Band
The Wangaratta Concert Band are looking for young players of any skill level to join their band and have a play.
The band rehearse on a Monday night from 6.30 - 9pm.
If you are interested or having any questions please email wangconcertband@gmail.com or call 0401 021 448
Air Force Cadets
Positive Health Workshops
Saver Plus
Umpiring Football
The Border umpires' group are asking for any student who would be interested in umpiring football. This is field, goal and boundary umpires for the following leagues:
- Ovens and Murray
- Hume / Ovens and King / Tallangatta
- Albury and Wodonga juniors
- Female Football League
Umpires will be paid for each game.
If you are interested in being a goal, field or boundary umpire please contact Paul Delahunty on 0400421089 or alternatively please see Ms Yeates for more information.
King Valley United Football Netball Club
Wangaratta Street Defence
Zen Do Kai Freestyle Karate class which has been operating for ten year has expanded and is now offering beginner Muay Thai this year. These classes cater for any age, gender and fitness level. They are great for self confidence and self esteem.
They are $15 pay as you go – no memberships, gradings or uniform. First class is free.
We train at 99-101 Appin Street, Wangaratta - Monday & Thursday.
We now have a facebook/Instagram page ‘Wangaratta Street Defence’ or can be contacted on 0417114124 or this email.