Our Services and Wider Community 

Extra-Curricular Activities

South Melbourne Primary School is a hive of activity after school! Every day of the week, there is at least one extra-curricular activity for your child to take part in. Take a look at the opportunities available below and get in contact with the services if you are interested.

Wider Community

Neighourhood Volunteer Program

Passionate about your community?

Become a Neighbourhood Volunteer and help create welcoming, vibrant and connected neighbourhoods across the City of Melbourne.

As a volunteer, you'll support fun and engaging community pop-ups in local parks, streets and community spaces, helping residents, workers, students and visitors connect with council services, projects and opportunities.

You'll gain valuable community engagement experience, build confidence and communication skills, meet people from diverse backgrounds, and learn more about how local government supports the community. You'll also have the opportunity to travel across Melbourne's neighbourhoods, connect with fellow volunteers and council staff, meet the Lord Mayor and Councillors, and celebrate your contributions through volunteer recognition events and rewards.

No experience is required. We provide induction, ongoing support and monthly training to help you succeed.

Ready to make a difference in your community? Learn more about the role and apply today.

Applications close 23 August

 What’s on at Boyd

Find out community activities you can join at Boyd: Dadfit, women’s arm wrestling, health talks, walking group, yoga, table tennis, music lessons, and more!

What's On at Boyd August 2026

Dadfit

Every dad deserves a team in his corner – FREE 5 week programs. Dad workouts, dad chats, and Dad challenges! Starting Monday 17 August, 7-9pm at Boyd Community Hub.

Sign up now

Port Sports for All

Come and discover the amazing sports and clubs! 

A free, fun and welcoming come-and-try event for everyone. Try Cricket, AFL, Soccer, Netball, Baseball and Basketball. No experience or registration required - just turn up and have a go. For all genders and all ages (prep upwards).

Tuesday 11 August, 4-5.30pm at Melbourne Square Basketball Courts.

Southbank Urban Forest Precinct Plan

Following a workshop in 2025 and online survey open from February 2023 to July 2026, the draft Southbank Urban Forest Precinct Plan is now ready for community feedback. The Urban Forest Precinct Plans are the implementation guidelines that underpin our Urban Forest Strategy. The precinct plans outline what is going to be planted where, when and why over the next 10 years. Consultation closes Thursday 13 August.

Southbank Urban Forest Precinct Plan | Participate Melbourne 

Community Greening Grants

Apply for up to $10,000 of matched funding for community-focused, smaller-scale projects on private property or approved public land. Applications close 30 September 2026. 

Apply for an Urban Forest Fund grant | City of Melbourne

Air Quality Monitoring Pilot 🌿 

City of Melbourne is seeking insights from residents, workers, businesses and visitors on local air pollution hotspots and air quality concerns to help inform monitoring locations and areas of focus. Share your feedback by 23 August.  

Air Quality Monitoring Pilot | Participate Melbourne 

Multicultural Advisory Committee

Share your perspective and represent your community by joining City of Melbourne’s Multicultural Advisory Committee. Applications close 11.45pm Friday 4 September 2026.

Multicultural Advisory Committee | Participate Melbourne

Community Cool Places Grants

The City of Melbourne is committed to working in partnership to make Melbourne a Heat Safe City, providing funding for the operation of facilities designed to keep communities cool during times of extreme heat. Community Cool Places Grants of up to $7,000 are available. Applications close midnight Sunday 6 September

Community Cool Places Grants | City of Melbourne

HIGH LIFE EXPO

Saturday 3 October at the Melbourne Town Hall. It's free!

Whatever you're trying to solve in your apartment or building — energy bills, EV charging, safety, waste, financing or governance headaches — you'll find practical answers and the support you need. Talk to experts, meet reliable suppliers, and hear from people who've delivered successful projects. An event for apartment owners, renters, owners corporation managers and facility managers.

Find out more and book your free ticket.

Works on Queens Bridge Street

Transport Victoria is resurfacing the tram reserve and replacing poles along Queens Bridge Street, Southbank. They will also repair the bridge expansion joints on Queens Bridge Street bridge. See attached PDF file for more information.

Lunch Orders

South Melbourne Primary School offers the option of lunch orders through our on-line partner School24.  Orders must be placed no later than 9am.