Community Notices 

Invitation to participate in RMIT Research study

Free Korean language lessons for students years 7-12

Collingwood College are starting a free after-school Korean language class for students from Year 7 to Year 12, beginning Week 5. The class will be held once a week, from aprrox 4-5pm.

This program is open to students from all surrounding schools, it welcomes beginners and students of any level.  However, places are limited, so interested students are encouraged to get in touch as soon as possible. 

The class will cover not only the Korean language (Hangul) but also engage with various aspects of Korean culture. This includes exploring Korean foods, K-pop, playing traditional games, wearing traditional clothing (Hanbok), and making fun crafts. It promises to be a highly engaging and enjoyable experience.

Younghee Cho

English Language Centre and Language teacher 

NGV Teens Art Party 

On Saturday 10 August from 6–9pm, the National Gallery of Victoria is opening its doors exclusively to teens for NGV Teens: Art Party at NGV International (180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne). 

This exciting event for secondary school-aged students brings like-minded teens together to explore the NGV after-hours and enjoy a night of dancing, workshops, performances and inspiring talks. 

By opening the doors exclusively to this demographic, NGV aims to cultivate a lifelong appreciation for art and creativity among teens, encouraging them to explore their own artistic interests, perspectives and meet new people on an unforgettable night.

Tickets are now on sale and are $25 for high school students with valid secondary school ID or Victorian Student Pass. The event is fully inclusive and wheelchair accessible. 

Highlights of the night include:

• Music performances by DJ Claire Knight and teen singer-songwriter, Indiana Lewis
• Art making workshops
• Exclusive tour of the Melbourne Winter Masterpieces® exhibition Pharaoh with expert Dr Becky Clifton 
• Photobooth to capture the night

Join Feminist Agenda Book Club at Reservoir Library

Feminist Agenda is a youth-led book/multimedia club for high school students in collaboration with Darebin Council. It is an opportunity for young people to come together and explore and analyse feminist thought through literature and other forms of media. It provides a chance for students to learn, grow, meet new people and get involved in their local community. More info in the eventbrite listing here, and flyer below.

Occupational Therapy as a career 

The Austin Health Occupational Therapy Department hosts an annual information evening to promote Occupational Therapy as a Career – known as OT as a Career Night. 

Again, this year we are hosting the evening both in person at the Austin Hospital (Austin Doyle Lecture Theatre, Level 4, Towers Austin Hospital ) and also virtually via Microsoft Teams for those who cannot attend the event in person. 

We invite anyone interested to please join us either in person or virtually on Thursday 19 September 2024 at 5pm for registration. Presentation starts from 5:30pm.

Please see the flyer attached for full details. For those who will be joining us virtually a link to join the online event will be emailed out to those individuals closer to the date. 

Learn to cook delicious food on a budget

Darebin Youth Services are running a cooking program on Wednesdays after school at The Hub in Northland. Our classes for Term 3 kick of on August 7th and are open to young people 12-25. See flyer for more details.

Test Kitchen allows young people to learn to cook delicious and healthy foods on a budget! This program is for cooks of all abilities, and we will support individuals to achieve their own goals in the kitchen.

French Brunch Club for French and French-speaking parents

Salut Francophiles! Local Fairfield parents have started up a brunch once a term for parents who speak French and would like to connect with other French speakers and practise on a casual basis. We try to organise one meeting per term at Cafe Flo on High St and no ongoing commitment is required.

We would love any French-speaking Northcote parents to join us!  There are fluent speakers, but you don’t need to be fluent, just willing to have a go at speaking French. Everyone is willing to help each other out if they are stuck for words. If you are interested in joining our What’s App group contact Anna on 0415 505 475.

Opportunity to perform at Merri Creek Fete 

Merri Creek Primary School are holding their fete on Saturday 26 October. There are spots available on the stage for local musicians to perform.  It is not a paid gig, however there is a stage and tech and there often a big crowd, so could be a great opportunity for exposure for up and coming musicians.

Contact Katie James for more info.

Come and try Karate in Coburg