The Unity Libyan Youth Association invites community members to an informative and engaging health session presented by Dr Hajer Derbi, Specialist in Special Needs Dentistry, on “Oral Manifestations and Dental Care Considerations in Patients with Liver Diseases”
Run in collaboration with All Ability Dental and LiverWELL – Incorporating Hepatitis Victoria, this free talk will explore how liver disease impacts oral health and what dental teams should consider when planning care.
Date: Friday, 22 August 2025
Time: 11:00am
Location: Galada Community Centre, 10A Forum Way, Epping
Free entry – No bookings required
This event is open to all, culturally inclusive, and a valuable opportunity for carers, health professionals, and community members to gain essential insights.
Do you have broken items lying around at home? Don’t toss them – bring them along to the Mernda Repair Café and give them a second life!
This is a FREE community service, helping reduce waste and bring neighbours together through skill-sharing and sustainable practices. Come along, learn a new skill, and help create a more sustainable Mernda. Everyone is welcome!
🗓 When: Saturday, 23 August 2025
📍 Where: 2 Heals Road, Mernda
⏰ Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
🎟 Bookings: Book your spot here (Walk-ins welcome!)
Our skilled volunteers, aka the Repair Doctors, will be on hand to help with:
👟 Shoe repairs
🚲 Bike and scooter tune-ups
🔌 Small electrical fixes
👕 Clothing mending and darning
✨ New repair services this month: Fashion jewellery repairs & power tool fixes!
💡 If you’ve booked but can no longer attend, please cancel so we can offer the spot to someone else.
For more info, visit: www.merndanh.org.au/repair-cafe
Explore the rich culture and history of one of Melbourne’s oldest suburbs with Walking Thomastown 2025. This free, family-friendly event invites you to experience Thomastown in a whole new light.
Join the walk on Saturday, 30 August 2025, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, as you gather at dusk and set out from Main Street Recreation Reserve in Thomastown. The route takes you along the scenic Edgars Creek, through the historic Ziebell’s Farm, and the pioneer precinct at Westgarthtown.
Bring your torch and walking shoes for this enchanting evening walk, where colourful lights illuminate churches and trees, creating a magical atmosphere. It is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the local community and learn about Thomastown’s unique heritage.
No bookings are required to attend. Just come along and enjoy an unforgettable night time adventure!
As part of The Living Green Series – a 12-month program of workshops hosted by the City of Whittlesea – you are invited to join Council’s conservation team for a fascinating Walk and Talk around the picturesque surrounds of the Growling Frog Golf Club.
This unique event offers the chance to witness the incredible transformation achieved through 20 years of dedicated restoration work. Learn how native vegetation has been reintroduced, creating a thriving habitat for a wide variety of birds, reptiles and mammals. You will explore nest boxes to discover which species have made them their home, and discuss the Trust for Nature Covenant currently underway – a key step in securing the long-term protection of this special area.
📅 Date: Friday, 12 September
🕙 Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm
📍 Location: Growling Frog Golf Club, 1910 Donnybrook Road, Yan Yean
🔗 Book your free ticket here
To round off the experience, enjoy a complimentary coffee from the golf course kiosk and take part in planting a matted flax-lily, a threatened local species, helping to ensure its survival for generations to come.
The City of Whittlesea’s popular Australian Bush Comfort and Confidence (ABCC) program is offering an overnight camping experience Saturday, 20 September to Sunday, 21 September at Camp Warringal.
Hosted by It’s Naturally You through the City of Whittlesea, this unique, hands-on camp is perfect for anyone new to camping or Australia, and for those wanting to gain the skills and confidence to explore local bushlands and beyond.
Participants will learn
- how to select a safe campsite
- set up a tent, build and manage a campfire
- cook outdoors
- navigate the bush
- stay safe around wildlife.
The program also includes night-time spotlighting for native animals, bush first aid tips, and storytelling with didgeridoo around the campfire.
Cost: $20–$40. Bookings are essential.
Enjoy the magic of sleeping under the stars in a safe, private bush campground, waking up to the sounds of birdsong. All essential comforts are provided, including a camp kitchen, toilets, showers, and tents or swags.
Online Islamophobia can take many forms, from hate-filled posts to abusive messages or biased news content.
It is crucial to stand united against all forms of hate, racism, discrimination, and prejudice wherever it occurs across Australia. Reporting incidents of Islamophobia not only supports victims seeking justice, but also helps raise national awareness of these harms.
By reporting, we contribute to accurate data collection, which is essential for informed policies and targeted strategies to address anti-Muslim, anti-Arab, and anti-Palestinian racism.
Please visit 🔗 www.actionagainstislamophobia.org.au to report any online Islamophobia instances.
Let’s take action together to protect and uplift our communities.
We are excited to share a wonderful opportunity for our students to explore their creativity and scientific curiosity through the International Chemistry & Art Competition, proudly supported by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute.
This unique competition invites students to express their personal understanding of chemistry through visual art. It’s a fun and meaningful way for young minds to connect science with creativity.
🎨 Competition Theme: “What is Chemistry to Me?”
👧👦 Who Can Enter: Children aged 5 to 19
📅 Entry Period: 1 August – 1 October
💰 Entry Fee: FREE
🏆 Prizes: A share of $2,500 AUD!
How to Enter:
For more details and to submit entries, please scan the QR code on the attached poster or visit here.
Important Notes:
• Entries are to be completed at home.
• All materials and supplies should be provided by parents or guardians.
• Students are welcome to speak with our art teachers for inspiration or guidance.
Let’s encourage our budding artists and scientists to take part in this exciting competition!
Whittlesea Community Connections (WCC) is seeking friendly Volunteer Drivers to help deliver fresh produce to families in need across the City of Whittlesea.
The role is available on Mondays, Tuesdays or Fridays between 9am and 3pm. A truck licence is not required, only a full driver’s licence. All training will be provided.
This is a great opportunity to:
- Give back and support the local community
- Make a real impact for people doing it tough
- Gain volunteer experience
Fulfil Centrelink mutual obligation requirements if applicable.
To express interest, contact Aisha Khurram at Whittlesea Community Connections:
📱 0474 855 272
📧 akhurram@whittleseacc.org.au
The Kirrip Community Centre in Wollert is offering free English conversation classes for beginners, designed to help improve everyday language skills in a friendly and supportive environment.
Everyone is welcome. These classes are perfect for those new to English or wishing to strengthen their basic conversation skills.
Program Details:
- When: Every Wednesday, from 20 August till 22 October
- Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
- Where: Kirrip Community Centre, 135 De Rossi Blvd, Wollert
- What: Free weekly English conversation classes for beginners to help improve everyday language skills.
Important Note:
As this is a pilot program, spaces are limited. Participants are required to register and commit to attending all 10 sessions to ensure fair access and continuity.
The Hiking Tribe is a grassroots initiative founded by Br. Najam and Br. Hassan. Their inspiring work was recently featured by SBS Urdu, highlighting how the group supports new migrants in building friendships, exploring the outdoors, and creating a strong sense of belonging in Australia.
Through regular hikes and community‑focused activities, The Hiking Tribe encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with nature, stay active, and enjoy the beautiful landscapes our country has to offer.
Their inspiring efforts were featured by SBS Urdu, showcasing how their hiking group supports new migrants in building friendships, exploring the outdoors, and creating a sense of belonging in Australia.
📖 Read their story here: SBS Urdu Feature
For more information, please visit The Hiking Tribe via their social channels and discover how you can be part of their journey.
Our Mission
As an Australian school in the Islamic tradition, our mission is to develop enlightened individuals of learning and character.