Community News

Peaceful Hearts for Parents Series – Term 4 EOI
10 Sep 2026 – Al Siraat is pleased to invite parents to register their Expression of Interest (EOI) for Peaceful Hearts for Parents, a four-week parenting program…
Whittlesea Youth: Spring Holiday Program
8 Sep 2026 – Looking for something fun to do these school holidays? City of Whittlesea Youth Services have you covered: Get creative, try something new, meet new…
23 Sept: Young Women Get Active Holiday Program
8 Sep 2026 – Young women aged 15 to 19 are invited to join Whittlesea Community Connections for a morning of walking, games, connection and a picnic at Gresswell…
12 Sept: Muslim Youth Conference Melbourne
8 Sep 2026 – The Muslim Youth Conference is back for 2026 and this year is extra special as we celebrate 10 years of iCAN.
26 Sept: Creating Epping’s First Tiny Forest
8 Sep 2026 – Our community is invited to come together for a very special community planting day in Epping, where we will help create Epping’s first Tiny Forest!
3 Oct: Faith, Ecology and Our Shared Planet Conference
7 Sep 2026 – Australia’s biodiversity is under increasing pressure, but we do not have to face these challenges alone. The conference will bring together people…
19 Sept: Celebrating Qur’anic Excellence
7 Sep 2026 – We are delighted to share that some of our students will be representing Al Siraat at the 2026 Annual Australian Qur’an Competition National Finals.
3 Oct: Emergency Services Expo – Blessing of the Fleet
7 Sep 2026 – The 30th Annual Blessing of the Fleet is just around the corner, and our community is warmly invited to be part of this special event.
YMA Junior Muslim Youth Camp 2026
7 Sep 2026 – Are you looking for a meaningful and fun way for your teenager to spend the September school holidays? YMA’s Annual Junior Camp is coming up from 28…
6 Oct: RiverFest – Restoring Country at Wollert Community Farm
7 Sep 2026 – Would you like to learn more about the local environment and help care for our waterways? As part of Riverfest, the community is invited to come…
World Kangaroo Day Writing Competition: Your Story, Their World
7 Sep 2026 – Could you write a story that makes people see kangaroos differently? Kangaroos Alive is inviting young writers from both Primary and Secondary to get…
17 Sept: MYSisters Tote Bag Night
7 Sep 2026 – Are you looking for a fun evening for girls aged 7 to 14? MYSisters is hosting its first Tote Bag Night, offering girls the opportunity to get…
MyLearners: Free Driving Lesson
1 Sep 2026 – The myLearners Free Driving Lesson program offers a FREE 60-minute lesson with a professional driving instructor for learners aged 16 – 21 who have…
31 Oct: Wildlife Rescue Training in Wollert
30 Aug 2026 – Have you ever thought about volunteering your time to help native Australian wildlife? Registrations are now open for an upcoming Basic Wildlife…
Play Before Your Heroes
29 Aug 2026 – Calling all girls who love footy! Carlton Football Club is offering girls participating in the Auskick and Superkick programs an exciting opportunity…
Free Tax Help Available
16 Aug 2026 – Tax time is approaching, and Whittlesea Community Connections will once again be offering free Tax Help appointments for eligible people with simple…
Preparing for a New School Year? Saver Plus Can Help
28 Jun 2026 – Starting Primary School or moving on to Secondary School is an exciting milestone, but it can also bring significant expenses for families.
Combating Islamophobia: Report Online Islamophobia
24 Mar 2026 – Across Australia, Muslims continue to experience abuse, threats, discrimination, vandalism and online harassment. Too often, incidents go unreported…
Parent Information Session on Public Bus Route Changes
20 Feb 2026 – This morning, Al Siraat hosted an important parent information session regarding the proposed public bus route changes and what they may mean for our…
Summer Fire Safety Reminder for Our School Community
18 Feb 2026 – Following the recent local grassfire last weekend, we are reminded how quickly conditions can change during summer. Fire preparedness is not optional…