Community News
Extreme Hardship Support Program Information Session
Financial Support is available for people who cannot access Australian Government income support. For more information, please click on the below newsletters:
Kingston Hockey Club
Kingston Hockey Club is an inclusive, family orientated field hockey club based in the City of Kingston and is currently seeking players for our U12 - U18 mixed junior teams. These teams are all beginner friendly and are a great way of getting teens off screens and involved in a local community club.
Year 11 and 12 Mathematics Club
The Homework Club is a relaxed, productive study session where students bring their own homework and work at their own pace. This is not a traditional lesson, and no new content is formally taught. Instead, students receive support from a tutor when they are stuck, helping them clarify misunderstandings, strengthen their understanding, and build confidence.
It is ideal for students who want to stay on top of their coursework, prepare for assessments, or benefit from structured, supervised study time in a supportive environment.
SwimWorld Glen Waverley
A special offer for your families
To support your parents in prioritising these essential skills, we are offering all new students from your school 2 Free Trial Lessons. This allows them to experience our program with no cost or obligation, ensuring their child feels confident and safe in the water. I have attached more information to this email.
Why partner with us?
We understand how busy school administrators are, so we have designed this to be a simple way to add value to your parent network:
- Safety first: Positioning swimming as a critical life skill aligns with your school’s dedication to child safety.
- Community focused: As a local Glen Waverley business, we are invested in the same families you serve.
- Zero cost: This is a pure value-add for your families with no financial commitment from the school.
Little Blessing Early Learning Centre
Spring Into Fun Holiday Activities
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
This course is specifically designed for parents and family members of your students who are looking to improve their English language skills for everyday communication, further education, or employment opportunities.
METRO Community Education Team Invitation
The Metro Tunnel Project is nearing completion, with five new stations, ANZAC, Arden, State Library, Town Hall, and Parkville set to open soon. We would like to invite your organization to Metro Tunnel HQ for an insightful and informative 60-minute information session. The award-winning Information Centre brings to life the Metro Tunnel Project, the largest rail project in Melbourne since the City Loop was built more than 40 years ago!
If your group lacks confidence in using public transport, Metro’s Community Education team provides in-house Metro Tunnel Information sessions and Rail Awareness and Safety sessions. Before Travel Training—our hands-on program—we guide your group from a station of your choice to Metro HQ and back, ensuring a supportive and practical learning experience
If you would like to book your session, simply click on the link below.
For more information contact:
Matt Allen Community Education
Corporate Affairs, Metro
M: 0436 338 193
Teens Dance Program
Make A Difference
There is a special place in Dingley Village available to assist families, in both our Village and the City of Kingston who need our help. Make a Difference Dingley Village has been in the Village for many years, and we hope that families know to visit us for assistance.
Our work supports our financial counsellor who sees many experiencing financial crisis, and we have assisted many who are experiencing homelessness; family violence; substance abuse and gambling in the home.
We want to share our information with all residents in our area - east to west, north to south.
We are situated at:
29 Marcus Road, Dingley Village, Vic 3172
Open: 9.00am – 3.00pm
Phone: 9551 1799
Please suggest to those in contact with you, that we may be a valuable resource to them.
Marion Harriden
Executive Officer
PH: 03 9551 1799
Email: admin@maddv.com.au
Web: www.maddv.com.au
Instagram: dingley_make_a_difference
Free Gym Lectures at the University of Melbourne
Wednesday, March 18th 2026Prof. Steven PrawerTitle: Can Physics help to treat mental disease?https://GymnasiumLecture-2026-1.eventbrite.com
Wednesday, March 25th 2026A/Prof. Elizabeth HindeTitle: Glow in the Dark: How Fluorescence Reveals Hidden Details from Art to Living Cellshttps://GymnasiumLecture-2026-2.eventbrite.com
Wednesday, April 1st 2026A/Prof. Suzie SheehyTitle: How Curiosity-Driven Experiments have Changed the Worldhttps://GymnasiumLecture-2026-3.eventbrite.com
More information on the Eventbrite page or here
GKR Karate
No Limits Aquila Academy (NLAA) Soccer academy
No Limits Aquila Academy (NLAA) is a soccer academy that oversees the training program for local club Springvale City Soccer Club, located at Ross Reserve in Noble Park. Together, we offer a soccer training program for children aged 3 to 16 years, catering to all skill levels.
City of Kingston Community Bike Education Program
Bike Education offered to all the community:
• Simple and effective training for both children and adults new to the world of cycling.
• Riding as a family and wanting to gain confidence to ride safety alongside adults on shared footpaths, trails and roads.
• Require update on the road rules and riding in traffic.
• Senior bike group riding focus traffic techniques and hazards.
• Bike maintenance and bike checks.
Session Includes:
• Interactive bike exercises.
• Promoting safe riding behaviour and habits.• Bike checks and suggestions.
• Review of the road rules.
• How to get ongoing support.•
The program can be tailored to any ability and is offered to all.
For more information on the Community Bike Education Program please contact michelle.galileos@kingston.vic.gov.au
Carers Victoria welcomes the continuation of public transport concessions for Carer Card holders
Carers who hold a Carer Card can access discounted public transport throughout the year.
Bulls (Noble Park) Juniors Football Club
The Bulls (Noble Park) Juniors FC has been operating as a local football club nearly 60 years. They are looking for boys and girls aged 11, 12 and 13 years to join the club. They have no club fees and are asking that students consider joining the club to be part of a team. Refer to flier for information.
