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This IssuesUmmER 2010

Features5 A lifetime of change in Burwood

7 All aboard for fun

8 Enlightening look at Buddhism

11 Tramways Band celebrates

13 Radio station is a real hit

14 Eleventh hour reflection

15 Laughter from the pews

17 Remembering a kitchen favourite

18 stocks family legacy

19 Caring for the community

21 self defence for seniors

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Cover Photo“fares Please”! The melbourne Tramways Band celebrates is 70th birthday.Photo: special thanks to david Barton

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Congratulations to Natalie Filmer who won a CNAV award for her article on the Burwood Cemetery in our Winter 2010 issue. Well done Natalie.

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By Jeff sargeant

Throughout the years, Burwood has undergone many changes. Residents have witnessed events consistent with the suburb’s evolution from a quiet

rural community to a bustling middle suburb. Perhaps one of the greatest evolutions in Burwood’s history has been

witnessed by John Goff during his 94 years.

At the age of three, John and his family moved to Burwood from Albert Park. Back then, Burwood was very much a rural community.

“When we i rst moved, it was very much like country. For people who lived in Melbourne, Burwood really was the country. Most of the area was just open grassland,” John said. “Gardiners Creek was just thick with tea-tree, and you could hardly walk through it.”

His family moved to a derelict property near present-day Ireland Street. h e house is long gone, a casualty of post-World War II development, but John’s memories remain.

“We had a fair bit of freedom. We were in a lovely environment, our house was in the middle of a huge paddock. We were pretty free. Our parents were pretty strict, we had to toe the line, but we still had a lot of freedom.

“We had the whole of the area, in a sense, as a playground. In spring, lovely green grass grew to around 24 inches high. We used to run cows, which we milked. We built our own cricket pitch, we had our own golf course and we played footy. For us it was a great playground.”

John attended the Burwood State School which closed in 1989. It would be a driving force in

John’s return to Burwood many years later.John remembers happy school days. He and his

schoolmates would build billy carts and race them down Ireland Street. “It was a dirt road, and we had a wonderful run down there–it was pretty steep!”

As the Great Depression took hold, John was i nishing up at school. He quickly joined the queues of men. Many of them were still boys like him, searching for jobs.

“Conditions were ever so much worse than the more recent global downturn. For one thing, there was no Centrelink and there were no labour agencies. Everywhere there were queues of men, lined up asking

for jobs or waiting for handouts at soup kitchens. h ings were very, very tough for a big percentage of people.”

Eventually he found work at Marshall’s boot factory in Richmond, which John describes as tough.

“You did it because it was your job. If you wanted money, you just had to put up with the conditions. Beggars couldn’t be choosers. You just accepted it.”After two years of factory work, John and his brother

purchased property neighbouring his childhood home. h e brothers ran poultry and grew fl owers for market and also developed an extensive egg run which supported them and their parents.After six years in farming, John was accepted as a candidate for the ministry in the Methodist Church, which took him away from Burwood. h e next 43 years saw John work in a variety of locations: some nearby, such as Camberwell South, to as far away as Leigh Creek in outback South Australia.

Leigh Creek was a regular destination for John Flynn, the founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. “Several times I slept in the same house John Flynn had. His initials were carved on the water tank.”

When John retired from the church, he and his wife moved to Lakes Entrance and

later Pakenham. It was from Pakenham where John relaunched his involvement in Burwood.

Upon hearing about the Burwood History Group, John ventured to the group’s regular meetings and continued to attend for some years, participating in many events including the ‘Back to Burwood’ event. h is was a reunion of former students of the Burwood State School. Over 400 former students attended, much to the delight of John and other members of the group.

“We were absolutely over the moon.”John’s involvement saw him research and write

articles about Burwood’s past. h ey have been published in the Burwood Bulletin.

Although now residing in Pakenham, John refl ects on life in Burwood.

“It’s been interesting to see the way Burwood has developed. To go back there now, you look for all the old landmarks, but they’ve all disappeared.”

Change is inevitable, and something John respects: “We learn from the past so that we can contribute more wisely for the future.”

Reflecting links past to future

John Goff has great memories of Burwood

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The station master anxiously looked over the waiting passengers ensuring they did not wander to close to the edge of the station

platform. He then made a garbled announcement of when the next train would arrive.

Station staf scurried up and down the platform in preparation for the next arriving train, marshalling commuters away from the edge ensuring they didn’t block the path of any disembarking passengers.

h e locomotive i nally arrived, belching grey sooty smoke from its belly as it pulled its packed carriages into the station.

h ose on the platform were blanketed in a i ne mist of carbon smoke and steam whilst they waited.

h e station master and his staf ei ciently moved passengers safely of the carriages and away from the platform before allowing the next group of passengers on to the train.

h e conductor, station master and his staf moved past the passengers checking their tickets.

h e station master kept an eye out for any late running passengers, he then swung the gate closed and yelled “All aboard!”. h e conductor scoured the length of the carriages before raising and then dropping his green l ag.

h e station master blew the all-clear on his whistle.h e locomotive’s whistle screamed, then it belched out a great grey cloud of smoke and soot from its belly, like some angry iron beast. Its wheels spun and skidded before i nding traction on the steel tracks.

h e carriages knocked and jumbled into each other gently throwing its passengers around before slowly moving out of the station.

h e station master watched at the train until the last carriage left the station before checking his watch for the arrival of the next train. He opened the gate to allow the next group of passengers on to

the platform.

h us another train load of passengers was taken out and around to enjoy the scenic route of the Box Hill Miniature Steam Railway Society Inc (BHMSR).

h e BHMSR recently celebrated its 25th year of providing rides to paying passengers recently on October 17. h e miniature steam railway service has been proudly operating for 30 years, of ering rides to the public since 1985.

h e miniature steam railway runs replica steam and diesel locomotives around 1.4 kilometres of track, with passengers able to enjoy the journey whilst winding its way through a picturesque, landscaped area of Elgar Park.

h e society also built a replica of the original Box Hill Station, including installing a working signal box used to keep track of the working steam and diesel locomotives.

h e society has an engine shed where maintenance work and repairs are carried out on the locomotives and carriages by volunteers each Wednesday and Saturday.

h e public can enjoy a ride on the miniature steam and diesel locomotives for $3 on the third Sunday of each month, from 11am–4pm. h e BHMSR would like to acknowledge support from Rotary.

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By Nadia Andreeva

Monasteries are typically built in secluded

distant locations, where followers undisturbed by civilisation can immerse themselves in prayer and devotional practices.

However, we do not need to travel far to ind a monastery in suburban Melbourne. In Glen Iris there is Bao Lin Chan (Zen) Monastery.

I haven’t been to a Buddhist temple before and decided to pay a visit to this special place, which from humble beginnings to today now has some 300 disciples. It was meant to be a completely new and diferent experience, so I began my journey of disacovery

On the road to eternal peace

The Golden Buddha at Bao Lin Cahn (Zen) Monastery, a suburban sanctuary

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Hong Kong, Japan, Austria, Philippines, h ailand and 100 in Taiwan. h e common aim of these meditation centres is to help people to have insight of the Truth and improve their lives, by alleviating anxiety and dealing with problems with a calm and wise mind through Zen Practice.

h e Zen centre has a meditation hall and can accommodate up to 60 people. Other facilities at the monastery include a small library, kitchen, dining hall and an offi ce.

All English and Chinese meditation classes and other classes are free. From 9am–5.30pm on Dec 26–28, there will be a three-day meditation retreat at the temple. Also, every Sunday at 3.30pm–5pm the Diamond Sutra chanting service takes place for devout followers. As well as these events there are also vegetarian cooking classes, Chinese calligraphy, Mandarin, fl ower arrangement and Tai Chi on dif erent days of the week. Disciples can make of erings such as food, fl owers, candles and donations.

h e monastery is open Monday to Sunday, from 9am–5.30pm.

For further details:

Bao Lin Chan Monastery

94A High Street,

Glen Iris, Vic 3146

Tel: 9813 8922, Fax: 9813 8966

Website: www.chungtai.org.au

Email: [email protected]

h e monastery is open Monday to Sunday, from 9am–5.30pm.

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Glen Iris, Vic 3146

Tel: 9813 8922, Fax: 9813 8966

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h e people who follow the Buddhist path at Glen Iris are many and varied: retirees, housewives, university students, professionals and, last but not least, children. h e latter take part in the fortnightly meditation class on Saturdays from 7pm–8.30pm.

h ere is no doubt the monastery attracts many visitors from all walks of life as the dharma (Buddhist teaching) of ered there teaches equality, humility, kindness, tolerance, patience and forgiveness towards all sentient beings. Bao Lin Chan (Zen) Monastery belongs to the Zen school of Buddhism. h e main goal of Buddhism is to attain enlightenment, or Nirvana, by transcending all suf erings thus having eternal peace.

h is ancient religion, founded by Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha) who was an Indian Prince 2500 years ago, adheres to law of causality whereby every physical and mental action of a person has an ef ect. If one does good in this life then he/she will build up good karma for this life, the next life or the next and the same goes for bad deeds. So everyone is responsible for his/her own salvation. Buddhism also teaches the Noble Eightfold Path which includes having the right understanding or view, right thought, right action, speech, right occupation and so on in order to achieve the Middle Way Reality. All these as well as dif erent meditation methods are taught in classes by the abbess, Venerable Master Jian Ren, ordained in 1994.

h e monastery is run by Venerable Master Jian Ren and other dharma masters. It was founded by a great Zen Master of this century, Grand Master Wei Chueh, now 84, who is also the founder of Chung Tai Chan Monastery in Taiwan built in 2001, the third largest religious building in the world. Soon after its completion, branches of Buddhist monasteries were established all over the world including eight in the USA, Australia (Bao Lin Chan Monastery in Glen Iris),

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Despite the many challenges faced by the Band and its

audiences over seven decades, the annual recital schedule

has continued without disruption.

We again thank you for your past support and look

forward to your attendance over the forthcoming season.

Musical requests will always be considered, so if you have a

favourite tune in mind, please email me at

[email protected] or phone 0438 551 475.

Ed Bright (Executive Oi cer).

Wattle Park concert dates for 2010/11

Sunday December 12 ‘Christmas Carousel’

Sunday February 13 ‘Musical Contrasts’

Sunday March 20 ‘ShowSelections’

Sunday April 17 ‘ANZAC Refl ections’

h e concerts are all scheduled to commence at 2.30pm weather permitting. If a concert is to be cancelled, we will advise Parks Victoria by midday and you may check with them on 13 1963.

We suggest you take tram 70 along Riversdale Road to Stop 59.

By euan Thomas

A large group of people enjoyed the

Melbourne tramways Band as it celebrated 70 years of performing for the public at wattle Park on november 7.

As part of the band’s celebratory 70th birthday performance, the audience was treated to a wide range of music from classical numbers, swing, traditional marching band and a few contemporary numbers.

the Melbourne tramways Band was formed in 1940 as the Melbourne and Metropolitan tramways Band, but in 1986 it changed to its current name.

when originally established, the band was made up of tramways employees who were paid for their time. However the band is now made up of volunteer musicians who give freely of their time to ensure traditions are maintained to promote the benei ts of public transport.

Still in tune after 70 years of service

From the Melbourne Tramways Band

To our valued supporters:

On behalf of the members of the

Melbourne Tramways Band, I take pleasure in advising

you of the proposed dates for our 71st annual season of

recitals at Wattle Park.

At this time last year we were concerned that as a

result of the changes in the franchise arrangements

for the operation of Melbourne’s tramway network,

signii cant doubt existed as to whether the concerts

would continue. For those of you unaware of subsequent

developments, I am relieved and delighted to advise

that, upon taking over the franchise, the new operator

of Yarra Trams (KDR Victoria) undertook to ensure

this great tradition continued by sponsoring last year’s

concert season. Our sincere thanks goes to the incoming

administration for so promptly undertaking to maintain

the support provided by their predecessors in presenting

these free public concerts.

As has become customary, the i rst concert of the

season was the second Sunday in October, coinciding with

Victorian Seniors’ Week. Of particular note was the Band’s

second concert, which celebrated 70 years since the i rst

advertised public recital at Wattle Park in November 1940.

the band’s next performance will be its Christmas

Carousal commencing at 2.30pm on Sunday

december 12.

All concerts are free to the public.

Check the website for more information at

www.melbtramband.org.au

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hese days, “talk back” radio has reduced or completely

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he Golden Days Radio Story

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site home. Years later, seeds from the cone were planted by

his wife’s aunt. Four surviving seedlings were planted in

four diferent locations in Victoria, with Wattle Park being

one of them.

For years Remembrance and Anzac Day services were

held under the ‘Lone Pine’ tree at Wattle Park. However,

this year there was no Remembrance Day service,

except for the unoicial service organised by the women

walkersand the council workers.

‘Lone Pine’ is synonymous with the Anzac traditional

of sacriice and serving in defence of the country. It was

nonetheless disappointing that no representatives from

either the council or the RSL was available to undertake a

simple service at this historic and important symbol that

represents so much of the Anzac and Australian tradition.

Lest We Forget.

If you would like to know more about the story of the Lone Pine, see the article by Sonia Prasel which was a inalist in the Historical category of the CNAV awards in 2007: www.burwoodbulletin.org/archives/Lone Pine104.htm

By euan Thomas

T he term ‘lest we forget’ was, unfortunately,

given its true meaning when no representatives

from the local RSL or the City of Whitehorse

were available for Remembrance Day services under the

‘Lone Pine Tree’ at Wattle Park on 11th November.

If it wasn’t for a small group of women walkers, a

number of whom were war widows, and council workers

who kindly provided their truck radio for the broadcast

service, there would not have been a remembrance service

at all under this important Australian location and tree.

In what might be one of Australia’s most signiicant

war memorials in Melbourne, a pine tree proudly stands

in remembrance of the fallen Australian military service

personnel. Private homas McDowell of the 23rd Battalion

who fought at the vicious battle of ‘Lone Pine’ at Gallipoli

(6-10 August, 1915) brought a pine cone from the battle

Lest we forget the Lone Pine!

A women’s walking group pauses at 11am.

The Lone Pine at Wattle Park.


By Natalie filmer

David Fotheringham tries to hide a grin as he

declares he is beginning to get used to seeing

“more cars than sheep” since moving from

Horsham four months ago to minister at Ashburton

Uniting Church.

It is this same wry humour that attracted him to the

local congregation.

“I can say anything in good humour from the front and

it is well-received and we can smile

and joke along,” the Reverend said

of Ashburton’s 100-strong lock of

worshipers.

“here’s always a lot of conversation

after services. People stick around;

they stay and talk.”

Yet it was with initial reluctance

that David agreed to talk with

the church council at Ashburton

after being urged by the Uniting

Church’s Placements Committee to

take up his latest role.“I had been

in Horsham for six-and-a-half years

and loving it there,” David explained.

“It’s a fantastic congregation and

community. I was pretty reluctant

to move towards the city, but came

along, had a chat and fell in love.”

David said the Ashburton church

was an excellent it for his family: wife Bron and sons

Matthew, 6, and Cameron, 3.

he church’s mission and purpose relects his own

– enjoying, growing and joining God in his mission.

hat is exactly what David has been busy doing. He

is particularly enjoying his role as a Christian Religious

Education teacher to Solway Primary School’s Grade 5

and 6 children.

“hey’re a great group of kids and we’re now discussing

setting up a mentoring program between the church and

the school,” he said. “I love the fact there is a real sense of

community here. I bump into people I know whenever I

wander down the street and they want to talk about who

lived in the house before them. I haven’t lived in suburban

Melbourne before, but it’s not all that diferent (from the

country) the way that individuals connect.”

David grew up in Adelaide and became a Christian

while in high school.

“At school we used to pray once a week and it occurred

to me that was either pointless or, alternatively, why were

we only praying once a week? So I started reading the

Bible and went along to a youth group,” he said.

“I came of faith at a camp in Year 12. hat was where I

irst made a public commitment to Christ. A speaker was

talking about God’s extravagant love and I was inspired

and found myself down the front.”

It was just before David inished an honours degree in

physics that he decided he wanted to

become a minister.

He spent a year doing full-time

volunteer work for the Uniting

Church’s youth services and then

headed of to Canberra to study post-

graduate physics “to make sure”.

He said studying laser physics was

good fun, but he was gnawed by

the same issue: that people are more

important than physics.

“I was locked up in a dark room

most days and I thought, ‘God’s

calling me to engage with people

more than this’,” David said.

He went on to study theology

and explored his faith and worship

through the Baptist, Anglican and

Uniting churches before being

ordained through the Uniting

Church a month after he married Bron. His irst three-

year placement was in the Whittlesea, Kinglake West and

Arthurs Creek region, before he moved to Horsham.

David says he feels he is fulilling a sense of God’s

calling. “As a minister I have the opportunity to engage

with people on a variety of levels, including exploring

faith and stories of the Bible in worship, and in other

contexts such as being able to walk alongside people

during the big circumstances of their lives – births, deaths,

baptisms, weddings,” David said. “his is a congregation

who are keen to share together.”

Service with a smile

The Reverend David Fotheringham leads the welcoming congregation at Ashburton Uniting Church.


The principal use of Grandma’s apron was to protect

material, but along with that it served as a potholder for removing hot pans from the oven. It was wonderful for drying children’s tears and, on occasion, was even used for cleaning out dirty ears. The apron was used for carrying eggs from the chicken coop, along with fuzzy chicks and sometimes half-hatched eggs to be inished in the warming oven. When company visited, those aprons were ideal hiding places for shy kids. And when the weather was cold, Grandma wrapped it around her arms. Those big old aprons wiped many a

From the garden, it carried all sorts of vegetables. After the peas had been shelled, it carried out the hulls. In autumn, the apron was used to bring in apples that had fallen from the trees. When unexpected company drove up the road, it was surprising how much furniture that old apron could dust in a matter of seconds. When dinner was ready, Grandma walked out on to the porch and waved her apron, and the men knew it was time to come in from the ields.

long time before someone invents something that will replace that old-time apron that served so many purposes.Remember: Grandma used to set her hot, baked apple pies

table to thaw. They would go crazy now trying to igure out how many germs were on that apron.

teenager to ind work. Settling in Burwood, he soon

(Check our website soon to read this article: Ed.)

Taking Stock of Who Owns WhatBy Natalie filmer

If you’ve ever wandered along the footpaths of Burwood or driven down a road in Ashwood, chances are you’ve been walking on private property. And it’s even more likely that the

property in question belongs to the Stocks family.A lot has been written about this pioneering Burwood

family and, thanks to the eforts of Waverley Historical Society, history buf Dan Prior and Stocks descendant Julie Devercelli, a plaque in Morton Rd, Burwood, now commemorates the Stocks family’s contribution to the area.

However, there are no signs to mark the pockets of land that, due to the way land used to be subdivided, still belong to the Stocks family.

he old way of doing subdivisions meant that the original land owner remained owner of any property not transferred to purchasers. his usually meant roads and corners of streets were still left in the name of the subdivider.

As a result, the Stocks family still own the road between Morton Rd and Leopold St, and another parcel between Leopold and Haig streets. hey own the corner of the footpath at the north corner of Leopold St, being the triangle that is cut out of the corner property so you can walk around the corner more easily.

hey own the southern corner of Haig St and Morton Rd and the corner of the property at the northern corner of Somers St and Aylwin Avenue, which is just the other side of Burwood Highway.

hey own part of Elizabeth St, near Warrigal Rd, and another part near Harrison Ave. hey own Julie Court and Closter Ave.

hey own George, Douglas and Harold streets and the rest of Morton Rd, including all the corners. Also, the lower part of Barnes and Harrison avenues, and the corners as well.

Every day, people walk over land owned by the Stocks family. It was a piece of this “forgotten property” which eventually led to the commemorative plaque.

In 2008, history buf Dan Prior was alerted by his parents to a Notice for Adverse Possession of a park down the road from their Barnes Ave home. he notice said Monash City Council was making the claim on land owned by James Stocks.

Adverse possession applications can be made where someone claims that they have held or used the land, which they don’t own, in a way that has stopped the registered owner enjoying the use of the land.

Mr Prior, who is a student of history and now a solicitor, confesses that he is quite obsessed with land and its historical uses. He did a property title search and, sure enough, James Stocks had bought the land in 1912.

“Clearly, my search for James Stocks was not going to be straightforward,” Mr Prior said. “(But) I felt that someone needed to know that the land was about to be adversely possessed. I rang my then girlfriend, now wife, Lauren, and told her what I had found out about the land. She advised me that I was obsessed, that I needed to let it go, and that under no circumstances was I to start cold-calling people. Had she been my wife then, perhaps I would have obeyed her command. As she was only a girlfriend, I considered her point, pulled out the White Pages, and looked up Stocks.”

As luck would have it, Mr Prior’s irst call was to Joan Stocks, who knew all about the Stocks of Burwood, and in particular James and Elsie Stocks, their son Douglas, and his son and daughter, Peter and Julie. Julie Devercelli was the only member of the James Stocks clan left and as such, the Council was in efect adversely possessing against her land.

Mrs Devercelli had no idea why the land hadn’t been transferred years ago on the death of her grandfather, but she requested that the land be kept as a park and that the plaque be installed on the land. Monash Council agreed.

After transferring the property from her grandfather James, to her father Douglas, and then to herself, Mrs Devercelli transferred the property to the Council. And the Stocks family land continues to be enjoyed by the whole community.

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I wonder if our kids know what an apron is?

The principal use of Grandma’s apron was to protect the dress underneath because she only had a few. It was easier to wash an apron than a dress and it used less material, but along with that it served as a potholder for removing hot pans from the oven. It was wonderful for drying children’s tears and, on occasion, was even used for cleaning out dirty ears. The apron was used for carrying eggs from the chicken coop, along with fuzzy chicks and sometimes half-hatched eggs to be inished in the warming oven. When company visited, those aprons were ideal hiding places for shy kids. And when the weather was cold, Grandma wrapped it around her arms. Those big old aprons wiped many a perspiring brow bent over the hot wood stove. Chips and kindling wood were brought into the kitchen in that apron. From the garden, it carried all sorts of vegetables. After the peas had been shelled, it carried out the hulls. In autumn, the apron was used to bring in apples that had fallen from the trees. When unexpected company drove up the road, it was surprising how much furniture that old apron could dust in a matter of seconds. When dinner was ready, Grandma walked out on to the porch and waved her apron, and the men knew it was time to come in from the ields.It will be a

long time before someone invents something that will replace that old-time apron that served so many purposes.Remember: Grandma used to set her hot, baked apple pies on the windowsill to cool. Her granddaughters set theirs on the table to thaw. They would go crazy now trying to igure out how many germs were on that apron.

this piece was sent in by denzil Gribble who has fond memories of Burwood and the years he lived there until just after wwii. denzil, who now lives in eildon, Victoria, grew up in wandiligong, a delightful place not far from Bright. denzil came to Melbourne as a teenager to ind work. Settling in Burwood, he soon became very involved in all it had to offer, becoming a member of the “Burwood Younger Set”. the story of the Younger Set, written by fellow Younger Set member Jean Hadler, was published in the Burwood Bulletin issue no 53 in 1994, with a covering front page picture of the group taken at a “Come as you are invited” Gala dance 1947. (Check our website soon to read this article: Ed.)

denzil joined the navy during the war years, serving on H.M.A.S. Bermagui. He met his future wife,Jean, at that time and at the conclusion of the war years they married and made their home at eildon.

today denzil still enjoys his lawn bowls and is a regular reader of the Burwood Bulletin.

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Hidden behind the landmark A-frame church on the corner of Burwood Highway and Blackburn Rd is

UnitingCare East Burwood Centre (UCEBC).Although next

to the church, they are an independent community support organisation. Their aim is to contribute to a better life for the people who turn to them for support. The organisation started over 35 years ago with a particular focus on relationship counselling. Since then, they have expanded their services to accommodate the changing needs of the community.

Their current services include professional counselling for a variety of issues including loss and grief, relationship and family matters, abuse, stress, anxiety and depression. The counsellors are tertiary qualiied, offering non-judgemental support.

There is no limit to the number of sessions and the service is free to people living in Whitehorse and surrounding areas.

In addition, emergency relief is available for clients living in the area bordered by Canterbury, Warrigal and Highbury roads and Dandenong Creek. UCEBC is able to assist with food vouchers, food donations, clothing and housing referrals to people who need a hand. They also look at ways to help people get their lives on track and break the poverty cycle. Each year the centre sends out about 130 hampers to brighten the Christmas season for families that otherwise would have a bleak time.

The centre is abuzz everyday with a variety of activity classes, mainly aimed at the elderly and disabled. For some, this is their social event of the week thanks to the volunteers who drive them to and from the classes, as well as running the groups and providing a meal or snack to enhance the social aspect of the day.

Finally, their computer lab is teaching senior citizens how to surf the internet and stay in touch with friends and family through email.

So what if you don’t need any of these services? Perhaps you could help.The centre is already supported by a number of volunteers but more are always needed, with a wide variety of jobs on offer such as collecting donated food, repairing computers, drivers, cooks, activity coordinators or at the coal face, directing the daily low of people that see the centre as a haven. Training is provided for frontline volunteers.Some funding comes from government, but the more the centre can raise independently, the more assured they are of being able to continue to run their

valuable services. You can support them through donations and their fundraisers such as the annual fete and Bunnings sausage sizzles. Practical donations of sensible clothing and non-perishable food are also needed.

Christmas is approaching and the centre would particularly like to receive donations of suitable food for their Christmas hampers, to help brighten the festive season for a family. Any contributions can be left at the centre, corner Burwood Highway and Blackburn Road, East Burwood, between 9.30am and 3.30pm.

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How many times have you heard a relative

complaining about their hearing aids?

Many individuals with hearing loss are

reluctant to consider a hearing aid because they

simply don’t know enough about them or have

heard misleading information.

Hearing aids are by far the most effective and

easiest way to resolve most hearing dificulties. there are many different styles and brands

of aids.

Only a qualiied audiologist can help you select the most appropriate one for your listening

requirements and lifestyle factors. When itted and tuned correctly, a hearing aid can have a

profound positive impact on someone who has

been isolated by hearing loss.

research has shown they improve quality of life

for the hearing impaired as well as their ability

to communicate.

Here are some are three common myths about

hearing aids, dispelled for your understanding:

MYTH:

Hearing aids are big and cumbersome

FACT: Hearing aids are now smaller than ever

before. even people with a severe hearing loss

can wear devices that cannot be seen. this is

largely due to the development of receiver-in-

the-canal (riC) devices. these devices have a

very small ampliier unit that sits behind the ear and a speaker unit that sits inside the ear. As

a result they are more cosmetically appealing

and nearly invisible. in addition, a more natural

sound quality is achieved because the ear canal

is not occluded.

MYTH:

Hearing aids are dificult to manage

FACT: For the majority of people, this is not

the case. Hearing aids simply take patience

and perseverance when irst itted, from the patient and their audiologist. However, with a

little practice, hearing aid management becomes

second nature to most people. there are even

cases of patients who are vision impaired or

who have arthritic hands learning to manage

hearing aids. However, it is important in these

cases that the correct hearing aid style is

selected for the patient. Hearing aids with a

small battery and non-tactile controls should be

avoided for these patients.

MYTH:

Hearing aids do not help you to hear in noisy

situations

FACT: in the past, hearing aids picked up sounds

equally from all directions. this meant detection

of speech as well as all the surrounding noise.

Most hearing aids itted today have directional (2 or more) microphones. these microphones

work together to enhance speech from the front

and reduce noise from behind. research has

shown that directional microphones improve

speech intelligibility and listening comfort in

noisy situations.

For more information on hearing loss and hearing aids contact a qualiied audiologist by calling 9885 8001 or see www.audiologyultra.com.au for more information. Enquire about a free hearing aid trial.

The myths about hearing aids

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Waverley Aikido School held a free introductory class on October 5 during Senior’s Week, to

introduce seniors to the speciic aspects of this martial art that are relevant to older people.

Aikido is a defensive martial art that aims to resolve conlict without injuring an attacker, or the person being attacked. It is easier on the body than other martial arts and focuses on self defence and learning how to fall.

he Waverley Aikido School is run by instructors, Mark Bean and Rob Cas who have been involved in Aikido for over 15 years and both have their 3rd Dan black belts.

Mark introduced the class and explained the philosophy of Aikido. Seniors were taught how to fall backwards without hurting themselves. Mark mentioned that if you put your arm out to break the fall you are more likely to break the arm or shoulder. Rolling backwards ‘in a ball’ with the head tucked-in enables you to break the fall and get up straight away. his was good news for seniors as it prevents hip and shoulder injury.

Retired Waverley Aikido instructor and senior, Glenys Mallen (3rd Dan black belt), introduced the class to a basic self-defence technique of getting away from a grasp to the wrist. his involved moving to the side and breaking the attacker’s balance, forcing them to release their grip. It was amazing how well this worked even if the attacker was a larger and stronger person.

Mark and Rob concluded the class with a

demonstration of some basic Aikido techniques showing how they can be used to deal with physical conlict using movement and delection.

Rob explained that Aikido is particularly suitable to women and seniors as it does not require one to be physically strong because it uses the attacker’s force against them. He emphasised the aspect of learning how to fall correctly, both backwards and forwards, so you can get up unhurt. his is very relevant to many sports such as football and netball. Aikido can teach players how to roll when falling and continue playing instead of injuring an arm or shoulder.

For more information contact Rob on 0412 842 227 or email [email protected] or visit the Waverley Aikido School’s website waverleyaikido.org.au. he School trains on Tuesday evenings. he Beginner’s class is at 6.30pm.

Aikido for Seniors

Glenys shows Olga how to break a grasp.

very small ampliier unit that sits behind the ear

Hearing aids are dificult to manage

and perseverance when irst itted, from the

Most hearing aids itted today have directional

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sometimes we need to do things that we don’t want to do. For example, sometimes I don’t want to do my homework but I do it anyway because I know I’m learning by doing it.I also admire my Netball Coach. She gives up her time to help us learn how to play netball and she’s patient while we try and fix up our mistakes. Even if we lose we all know we need to keep on trying until we win.I admire my Mum because she goes to work and does housework and helps out at my school and looks after our family.I admire the Burwood Bulletin staff because they give up their time to write a magazine for our community. All these people are helping me to learn to be a better person and I hope I grow up to be like them. People like this make the community a better place and I am Thankful for them.Thank-you for reading my article.

By Brooke- a kid in Burwood

When I saw Jessica Watson achieve her dream by becoming the youngest

person to sail non-stop around the globe without assistance, I began thinking about the people I admire. I really admire Jessica Watson because she never stops believing that dreams can become a reality. I believe that we should all try to be like Jessica Watson by believing that dreams can come true and trying to make them happen.I admire the people who work for the community because they spend their time working out new ideas to make Burwood a better place.I admire my School Principal because he dedicates his time to helping children with their education. I also admire my Teacher because she helps me with my learning and teaches me something new every day. To be a better person,

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Enjoy & Give. When you and your friends visit

Burwood Village, Toorak Road, this Christmas we hope

you will be pleasantly surprised. We have some funky

window designs in striking orange and purple relecting

our motto; eat, drink, enjoy and give. To us in Burwood

Village, this says it all.

We all know Christmas is the season for giving and we

are so lucky to have some of the best gift shops right here

in he Village, many of which are new this Christmas,

like Folly and he Peppermill.

Folly, just down the road from the supermarket, stocks

a huge array of items including furniture, home wares,

gift wares and interesting collectables all with a European

inluence. hey have a beautiful range of rustic pieces,

clocks, wall decor, lamps, lights, clothes, accessories,

jewellery and so much more. Ask Ruth about her favourite

timepieces. If you are looking for a new item to add to

your Christmas decorations Folly is the store for you.

he Peppermill is also a new business this Christmas,

established in the old bank building on the corner

of Melton Avenue and Toorak Rd the owners Lesley,

Lyndall and Paul are a great family, with a rich tradition

in the foodservice market. If you plan to entertain this

Christmas this shop is for you. he Peppermill has a great

ofer with every purchase of the Gary Mehigan & George

Calombaris new cook book “Your Place or Mine” a free

Scanpan Utility Knife available in red, green, orange,

blue, yellow or purple when you mention the Burwood

Bulletin. Yes they are the knives used by the children on

Junior Masterchef!

Of course you cannot go past Zinc without looking

into the beautiful windows, but as we all know your

journey must also include a visit inside. “My favourite

item this year in store are the sterling silver future rings,”

says owner Debbie Ramsey. he future rings are new and

diferent, you wear them around your neck, each pendant

has a positive message such as hope and power to name a

few. Also in store, Nicole Ritchie’s House of Harlow range

of jewellery. Yes it is the daughter of the famous singer

Lionel Ritchie and for those of us who fondly remember

the ‘80s and dancing on the ceiling, we can continue to

take in bit of Hollywood as it comes to Burwood Village.

For those of us that like to take our social conscience

into account at Christmas, our old time favourite, the

Animal Liberation Op Shop ofers Havaianas at half

price. One year all my nieces and nephews all received a

pair for Christmas, perfect for their summer holidays.

We welcome to the Burwood Village the

Boroondara Central Lions Club Shop, tucked away next

to Jaeger Carpets. hey have a fantastic array of beautiful

pieces, with hidden treasures you never knew you needed.

Finally, Karmic Treasures Women’s Recycled

Boutique. Lisa, the owner, believes in the whole concept

of “What goes around comes around”, this applies to

the recycling of beautiful and unique quality clothes.

Not only in today’s world do we need to recycle but

Karmic Treasures also believes in keeping prices fair and

afordable. New to Karmic Treasures this Christmas is a

beautiful jewellery range, EmBella. A unique travelling

jewellery business that is creatively inspired by the ever

changing scenery they visit and the wonderful friendships

created along the way.

Eat & Drink. We know the Christmas season can be a

little hectic and frenzied at those major shopping centres

– try parking at Chadstone in the month of December.

Burwood Village can accommodate plenty with

parking behind Toorak Road on both sides. Some of

your festive shopping should be done with friends and

with enjoyment.

Take a break in the wonderful cafes; Santucci’s have a

wonderful single origin cofee, only on ofer at this store.

Ask Fabian the barista to prepare this signature brew. If

you feel you have time to relax a little longer, Bliss now has

a liquor licence and can ofer

a delicious glass of wine with

one of their Italian-style meals.

From the Burwood Traders Association we wish all our shoppers the very best for the coming season and thank you all for your wonderful patronage throughout the year.

Eat, Drink, Enjoy and GiveBurwood Village set to surprise this Christmas!


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CASH CONvERTERS

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POST OFFICE

Hartwell Post Ofice1166 toorak road, Hartwell 3124

Ph: . . . . . . . 9889 1132

open Saturday 9–12 noon

SANTA’S lETTER ElF

tash HughesPersonalised letters from Santa bring a world of joy to young faces.Ph . . . . . . . 9018 8182, Fax . . . . . . 9445 9154www.lovesanta.com.au

SOlICITORS

Frank Bertucci1379 toorak road, Burwood 3125Ph: . . . . . . . 9889 0061/68Fax: . . . . . . 9889 0407

klooger Forbes HassettP.o. Box 97 Burwood 3125Ph: . . . . . . . 9809 1555Fax: . . . . . . 9809 2373e: [email protected]

TAxATION

Tax workshopregistered tax AgentsAll types of taxation returns6 tooronga Court, Ashwood 3147Ph: . . . . . . . 9885 1435 or 0405 435 480Fax: . . . . . . 9888 2224

AUDIT ACCOUNTINg TAxATION

Ian grant FCA FCPA13 edwards Street, Burwood 3125Ph: . . . . . . . 9813 3599Fax: . . . . . . 9813 2732Mob: . . . . . 0418 317 818e: [email protected]

BOOkkEEPINg SERvICES

Bank recs, Accounts payable/receivable, Payroll, BAS prep, Super/PAYG,Ofice admin, Liaison with Accountants andend of year taxation preparation.Contact lucy . . . . 0409 561 723e: [email protected]

CIvIl MARRIAgE CElEBRANTS

Sylvia Harris,BA, dip Cvl CerModern, romantic weddingsno obligation meetingPh . . . . . . . 9889 8272Mob . . . . . 0403 406429e: [email protected]

DANCE ClASSES– ADUlT

lindy Hop SwingAt Ashburton & MitchamPhone . . . 0412 016 780e: [email protected]

FOOD SAFETY SPECIAlISTS

The gourmet guardian Pty ltd321 warrigal road, Burwood Phone 1800 Food SAFetY (1800 366 372)Mobile 0422 922 883e: [email protected]

glASS MERCHANTS & glAZIERS

Jacob waverley glass2 Sixth Avenue, Burwood 3125Ph: . . . . . . . 9808 4722Fax . . . . . . 9808 3816Broken windows, Mirrors etc.

HOME MAINTENANCE

Man Around the HouseCarpentry repairs/replacementsweatherboards, fascias, decks,pergolas, fences, lattice, etc. Free quotesPh: Martyn 0407 477 740AH/Fax: . . . 9885 1150 Glen iris

lANDSCAPINg

Renble landscaping & PavingYoung Street, Ashburton 3147Professional, Qualiied, Reliable, Local.Ph/Fax:. . . . 9885 4233Mob. . . . . . 0411 460 997

lEADlIgHTINg

Ace leadlight StudioStudent Supplies2 Sixth Avenue, Burwood 3125Ph: . . . . . . . 9808 4760Fax: . . . . . . 9808 4736

PAINTER/HANDYMAN

Indrans Residential ServicesA local business specialising in handyman work, painting and plastering. For an obligation-free quote, phone Jan on 0422 168 228

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We are always looking at ways to improve your shopping experience at Burwood Heights and

this Christmas we have three things you’re going to love.

Firstly, we have an amazing shopping competition this Christmas and will be giving away $640 worth of shopping. here is no better time than to win this great prize than at Christmas when money can be a little stretched anyway.

he lucky winner will receive a $30 voucher at each of the following stores: Alitalia Pizza & Pasta, All People Chinese Restaurant, Bakers Delight, Body & Bronze Beauty Salon, East Burwood Newsagency & Post Oice, Burwood Heights Drycleaners, Burwood Highway Asian Grocery, Chookstar Charcoal Chicken, Season’s Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Market, East Burwood Quality Butchers, Elite Laser & Skin Clinic, Flower Trends & Cafe Corner, Happy House, Pulse Pharmacy, RSPCA Op Shop, Spectacles Plus, Spizzico Gourmet Cafe/Deli and Ultimate Hairworks. hey’ll also receive a $100 gift voucher from Woolworths.

All you have to do is spend $20 or more at any of the participating businesses and ill out an entry form. he competition runs from December 5 to December 17. he winning entry will be drawn on hursday, December 18, just in time for Christmas. We wish you all the best in our competition.

Secondly, you can bring your kids to see Santa roving around the centre every Saturday in December from 10am to 1pm. He’s sure to delight and may even have a treat for them!

Lastly, we are improving our parking for customers. In the past month at Burwood Heights Shopping Centre, we have installed new pedestrian crossings and car parking signs in order to create a safer environment for all our customers.

here are also new stop signs outside Woolworths. he traic running in the north-south direction at this intersection now have the right-of-way, while those cars travelling in the east-west direction need to come to a complete stop and only proceed when the traic is clear.

We trust you will enjoy shopping at Burwood Heights this Christmas and wish you all a very happy Christmas and a fabulous New Year.

More beneits at Burwood Heights this ChristmasAlitalia Pizza & Pasta (1/2) 9808 0000

All People Chinese Restaurant (12/2) 9889 8182

Baker’s Delight (8/2) 9808 0440

Body & Bronze Beauty Salon (2/2) 9888 9122

Burwood East Newsagency (16) 9808 7284

Burwood Heights Dry Cleaners (13/2) 9808 0232

Burwood Heights Medical Centre (12) 9808 7900

Burwood Heights Podiatry Clinic (14/2) 9808 4162

Centre Management (6/2) 9808 1177

Chookstar Charcoal Chicken (14/40) 9808 1858

Commonwealth Bank (40) 9808 9988

Creature Comforts (9/2) 9808 2641

Burwood Highway Asian Grocery (36) 9808 9570

East Burwood Fruit Market (32) 9808 5300

East Burwood Quality Butchers (22) 9808 5095

East Burwood Travel (6/2) 9808 1177

Elite Laser & Skin Clinic(11/40) 9808 0666

Flower Trends Cafe (3/2) 9808 7599

Happy House (7/2) 9808 6888

Pulse Pharmacy (26) 9808 9962

RSPCA Op Shop (10/2) 9808 2641

Senator Helen Kroger (14) 9888 0091

Spectacles Plus (10) 9808 2691

Spizzico (11/2) 9808 9943

Ultimate Hairworks & Beauty (4/2) 9808 3334

Woolworths (42) 9808 0200

Upstairs (Cnr Burwood Hwy & Middleborough Rd)

AMR Accounting (Suite 4) 8831 3333

Arthur Kyriacou & Co Accountants (Suite 1) 9808 7377

Fong & Co, Barristers & Solicitors (Suite 3) 9808 1211

Mian Phillips & Co, Lawyers (Suite 5) 9808 9133

Rejoice Chinese Christian Centre (Suite 7) 9888 7422

Synergy Publishing (Suite 6B) 9888 9588and comment on the friendliness that they ind at the

or 0414 547 952 to ind out more.


Pricewise crew all the best in the future.Over in Camberwell, Opendrawer

(1158 Toorak Rd), a concept establishment, has recently opened. Operating as a gallery, workshop and retail space it ofers supplies for artists

and artisans: hand-dyed wool, spun yarn, vintage thread and buttons are all available, along with giftware and textiles. If you want to learn something new like machine sewing, knitting, crochet or feltmaking, Opendrawer is also the place for you. Contact OpenDrawer on 98897227 or www.opendrawer.com.au

Just a hought: with our growing aged population, its about time we consider setting up playgrounds for the elderly to help maintain agility and health of older residents. his area could include activities for balance and lexibility, it would help get people out of the home, keeping them happier, making new friends and enjoying the fresh air and the sunshine.

As the International Year of Biodiversity comes to an end, your Scribe implores everyone to consider what each can do to help the environment. Without our beloved biosphere, we are all in danger of falling of the twig ourselves. Let’s do our best to save our birds, animals, ish and plants.

Dear Readers, I hope everyone takes the time to shop in Ashburton during the Christmas Season. I look forward to your readership in 2011.

A nother year has sped by and Christmas is once again nearly with us.

Scribe’s Scribbles wishes all readers a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year!

Here are some hints and ideas for those last minute Christmas goodies. Beautiful Me has colourful summer gear for women and has recently introduced a children’s range, adding cuteness to their array. Head on in and browse or buy. Patches is ofering a range of lovely items – perfect for last minute Christmas gifts. Ashburton Jewellery ofer an ever-changing range of colourful stones and unusual settings. Belinda Janes has fantastic Masterchef picnic baskets plus telescopes, glassware and distractions for the kids – all ready for the festive season.Bargain Stop and Stargifts have a huge range of bargain priced goodies for those extra Christmas touches. And Ashbutons Butchers has an enormous range of fare for your Christmas feasts.

here are changes afoot in Ashburton. Down by the railway line, new shops will soon be open for business, adding new colour to the block. Tony and the Pricewise crew will have departed by the time you read this. Over the years, Pricewise has been highly active in the community especially with the Edge Foundation – which improves the lot of children in Ashburton, Alamein and Chadstone. Your Scribe wishes Tony and the rest of the

St Matthew’s Anglican Church Still going

At the corner of High Street and warrigal road Ashwood/Ashburton, screened by large trees, stands the Anglican Church of St Matthew.

Since its establishment in 1947, congregations have been worshipping and bearing Christian witness at this site. this continues to this day, notwithstanding some local misconceptions that St Matthew’s may have closed, which is certainly not the case.

St Matthew’s members are caring and supportive. newcomers always receive a very warm welcome and comment on the friendliness that they ind at the church. A “cuppa” in a happy atmosphere after the 9.30am service each Sunday gives the opportunity to chat and become acquainted with other worshippers.

St Matt’s Cats, a Christian playgroup for Carers and tots, meets each thursday during school terms from 10.30am–12.30pm. Please contact leonie on 9802 6406 or 0414 547 952 to ind out more.St Matthew’s is also home to a Chinese Christian community which meets for worship, fellowship, education and children’s activities each Sunday. if you wish to make contact, call thomas on 0438 588 308.

For general enquiries about St Matthew’s contact Barry on 0413 874 281 or just come along on Sunday at 9.30am. You will be welcomed with open arms.

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When you lose someone close, having sensitive and understanding support is vital.

339 Warrigal Road, Burwood Phone: 9808 8888

Christmas Carols and Church Services

St Faith’s Anglican Church

4-8 Charles St, Glen Iris. Ph 9889 5086

christmas eve

5pm Children’s Crib Services

11pm Carol Singing

11.30pm Festival Mass of Christmas

christmas Day

9am Sung Eucharist with Carols

Edge Church

17 Evans St, Burwood. Ph 9888 7466

christmas Day 7.30pm

Boxing Day 10am

St Luke’s Uniting Church

94 Essex Rd, Mount Waverley. Ph 9807 2656

sunday December 19

5pm: Fun at Five – Christmas theme

christmas eve

7pm Children’s Service

(dress-ups provided)

9pm Lessons and Carols

christmas Day

9.30am Christmas Day Celebration

Anglican Parish of Box Hill

St Peter’s at 1038 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill

St Aidan’s at Surrey St, Box Hill South

Ph 9890 2721

St Peter’s

sunday December 19

7.30pm Carol Service

christmas eve

11pm Sung Eucharist

christmas Day

9.30am Sung Eucharist

St Aidan’s

christmas eve

7pm Crib Service

11.30pm Sung Eucharist

christmas Day

8am Sung Eucharist

St Matthew’s Anglican Church

334 High St, Ashburton. Ph 9885 3701

christmas eve

11pm Sung Eucharist

christmas Day 9.30am

christmas sunday 9.30am

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Anglican Churches

AnglicAn PArish of Box hill www.anglicansboxhill.org.auSt Peter’s: 1038 Whitehorse Rd, Box HillSt Aidan’s: Surrey St, Box Hill SouthVicar: Rev Harry Kerr (Locum) . . . . . . . . . . .9890 2721Church Oice: Fri 9am – 2pm . . . . . . . . . . 9899 5122

st fAith’s www.stfaiths-burwood.org.au4-8 Charles St, Glen IrisVicar: Stephen Pash . . . . . . . . 0403 273 486, 9889 2761Church Oice: Tues & Fri 9am -12 noon . . . . 9889 5086Sunday services 8am and 10am. Labyrinth open daily for individuals to walk. Group walks by booking.

st thoMAs’ BUrWooD www.stthomasburwood.org.auBennettswood Centre: 44 Station St, BurwoodSunday services at 8.30am, 10am and 11.30am (Cantonese)Vicar: Rev Chris Appleby . . . . .9808 3250, 0422 187 127

st MAttheW’s

334 High St, Ashburton (cnr Warrigal & High St roads)Services: 9.30am Sundays.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..9885 3701

the chUrch of the Ascension

Cnr Blackburn Rd & Witchwood Cres,East Burwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9802 4863

Australian Christian Churches

eDge chUrch MelBoUrne

17 Evans St, (cnr Evans & Dufy streets) BurwoodPastor: Danny GuglielmucciService Times: Sunday 9.30am & 5pm . . . . . . .9888 7466

Baptist Churches

AshBUrton BAPtist chUrch www.ashburtonbaptist.org.au8 Y St, Ashburton. Senior Pastor: Rev Ken LuscombeSunday morning service: 10am (includes Kids’ Club)hursday evening service: 7.15pm.Phone . . 9885 8210 or email [email protected]

Box hill BAPtist chUrch

Cnr Station St & Ellingworth Pde, Box HillRevs Anne & Richard MallabyService:10am Sunday.Or pop into the Chapel on Station Gallery at the front of the church - open every day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9890 1275

BAlWyn BAPtist chUrch

Cnr Whitehorse & Parring roads, Surrey Hills. 9836 9455Sunday service at 10am, followed by morning tea.

inDonesiAn BAPtist felloWshiP

We meet on the corner of Whitehorse and Parring roads each Sunday at 4.30pm. Our service is followed by a meal together.Pastor: Litha Heshusius . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0414 826 169

crossWAy BAPtist chUrch www.crossway.org.au2 Vision Dve, East Burwood, [email protected] Pastor: Mr Dale Stephenson 9886 3700Sunday Morning & Kids Church 9am & 11amMandarin Service 9am, Cantonese Service 11amKorean service 1.15pm, Indonesian service 4pmSunday evening service at 6pm

eAst cAMBerWell BAPtist chUrch

Cnr Highield & Hunter roads, East CamberwellPastor: Murray Hogg . . . . . . 9807 7232, Oice 9830 4842

Catholic Churchesst BeneDict’s www.saintbenedicts.org.au299 Warrigal Rd, BurwoodVigil 6pm Saturday; 10 am & 5pm Sunday.Daily services and many parish activities. Information on foyer notice boards or phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 2492

st scholAsticA’s [email protected] Burwood Hwy, BennettswoodMorning service daily, Sunday 9am, 11am & 5.30pmVietnamese Mass 7.15pm the third Saturday of each monthPhone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 1006

Local Churches

When you lose someone close, having sensitive and understanding support is vital.

339 Warrigal Road, Burwood Phone: 9808 8888


Christian Science ChurchChurch & Reading Room, 41 Cookson St, CamberwellServices: Sunday 10.15am, Wednesday 8pmChurch & Reading Room, 256 Stephensons Rd, Mt WaverleyServices: Sunday 9.30am, Wednesday 12.30pm and 8pmAll welcome. Further information can be found in the Business section of the White Pages phone book under Christian Science. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9882 6209

Church of ChristhArtWell

Cnr Milverton St & Highield RdPastor: Anthony Risson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9889 3484

Mt WAverley

280 Highbury RdWe are a friendly, family centred Church of our Lord Jesus Christ catering for all ages, from infants to seniors.All age worship on Sundays at 10.30am and 5.30pmFor infants: playgroups, creche. For Preps and primary aged children: weekly activity groups including Bible-based stories, gymnastics and craft. Men’s and women’s fellowship groups. Bible study groups for all ages.Pastor: Peter Wing-Tang . . . . 9808 1613 or 0408 032 277

Cross-PurposeschilDren’s DisABility sUPPort groUP

St Dunstan’s Anglican Church, 163 Wattle Valley Rd, CamberwellCross-Purposes is a support group for families that have a child with a disability, providing opportunities for parents and children to enjoy inclusive, sensitive family worship together with music, stories, participation and fun.Contact Ian Whitehill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8711 3472 or Charmian Wright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9889 1978.Cross-Purposes is a program of Uniting Care Community Options

Crossroads VictoriaBUrWooD heights BrAnch

(Christian Fellowship with Disabled Persons)An interdenominational church-based organisation providing leisure activities for people with disabilities meets at Burwood Heights Uniting Church 3rd Saturday of each month.Enquiries: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 3677

The New Christian Church426-434 High St Rd, Mount Waverley, www.newchurch.org.auWe welcome people looking for a new look at the Bible and spirituality. Sunday Service 10.30amSpiritual Growth and discussion groups held regularly.

Minister: Rev Chris Skinner . . . . . . . . . . . . .9888 2850

Presbyterian Churches

AshBUrton PresByteriAn chUrch

Junction of High Street & High Street Road,(near Warrigal Rd), Ashburton.

BUrWooD chinese PresByteriAn chUrch

Cnr Greenwood & Tennyson streets, BurwoodRev Dr John Elnatan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9801 7645

The Salvation Army7 Bowen St, Camberwell www.salvationarmy.org.au/camberwellOicers: Majors Brian and Jenny Pratt . . . . . .9889 2468Services: 9.30am, 11am & 6pm every Sunday.Sunday School 11am—12.15pm school terms only.

Uniting Churches

AshBUrton Uniting chUrch

3 Ashburn Grove, AshburtonMinister: Rev David Fotheringham . . . . . . . . .9809 179510am Sunday Worship Service and Sunday School

BUrWooD Uniting chUrch

Cnr Warrigal Rd & Hyslop St, Glen IrisRev Peter Whitaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9888 9435Services: 10am Worship and Children’s program10am Worship in the Round 1st & 3rd Sunday every month8pm Taize service 4th Wednesday every monthHall/rooms available for hire. Contact: Pam . . . .9809 2917

BUrWooD heights

Cnr Burwood Hwy & Blackburn Rd, Burwood EastMinister: Ojitha Goonetilleke . . . . . . . . . . . .9803 7631Fete: Friday Nov 5 at 6pm, Saturday Nov 6 at 9am

st JAMes Uniting chUrch

1201 Riversdale Rd, Box Hill SouthMinister: Rev Denis Hawkey. . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 230710am Sunday Worship Service

st lUke’s Uniting chUrch MoUnt WAverley

94 Essex Rd, Mount WaverleyRev Judith WatkinsOice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9807 2656 or 0408 580 880Worship and Sunday School 9.30 am every SundayFun at Five: 5pm third Sunday of every monthCraft, song and light meal for children, families and people of all ages. Young people (15-30 years) meet informally fortnightly Sunday evenings for discussion and sharing.For details contact David. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9807 3630

Unity of Melbourne (Unity School of Christianity Melbourne Inc.)

4 Renown St, Burwood, [email protected] welcomes all spiritual seekers to our Sunday Service, 10.30am every Sunday. Personal and Spiritual Development classes. Rev Bill Livingstone . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 8503

Wattle Park Chapel234 Elgar Rd, Box Hill South, email: [email protected]: Sunday morning at 10amSunday at 2pm bilingual service in English and Chinese.Pastor: John Reeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 2728

Local Churches


Community NoticeslocAl chUrches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30

Art & crAft, hoBBies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31-32

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coMMUnity & sPeciAl interest groUPs . . . . .33-34

DAnce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

eDUcAtion / self iMProveMent . . . . . . . . . . 35

florAl Art/ gArDening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

frienDshiP AnD Activity groUPs . . . . . . . .36-37

heAlth AnD sUPPort groUPs . . . . . . . . . .37-39

history groUPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

MUsic groUPs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

coMMUnity centres & Activities . . . . . . . .40-42

volUnteering oPPortUnities . . . . . . . . . . . 43

MArkets fetes & festivAls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

coMMUnity shoPPing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Arts & entertAinMent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

• Art & Craft, Hobbies

The Box Hill Community Arts Centre470 Station St, Box HillArt: Painting, Drawing and Ceramic classes ofer an afordable way of tapping into your creativity. Day, evening and weekend classes available.he Centre also has a beautiful art gallery showcasing the work of our many regular users as well as the City of Whitehorse collection and special exhibitions throughout the year.Call 9895 8888 or visit www.bhcac.com.au for information.

Box Hill Handweavers & SpinnersBox Hill Community Arts Centre

470 Station St, Box Hill

We are a non-proit group of women and men who meet weekly to share our knowledge in spinning, weaving and allied crafts. We meet Wednesdays and hursdays 10am to 2pm, and Wednesday nights. If you would like to learn more about the group contact Margaret Dimelow . . . . . . . . . .9898 1474

Camberwell Camera Club

RSL Hall, 403 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell (Melway 59 K2) Meets 8pm on the fourth Monday of the month.We have interesting speakers, competitions and outings.For more information contact our Publicity OicerGaynore Robson on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9818 6601or visit www.camberwellcameraclub.org.au

Camberwell Afternoon Slide GroupMeets 2pm last Friday of the month at Chambly Community Centre, 405 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell.Seniors and retirees interested in travel and photography.Our guest speakers will take you to various parts of the world, visually relating their travel experiences for about one hour.Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 7509

The Abbey Girls of VictoriaBennettswood Neighbourhood House7 Greenwood St, Burwood.A club based around the books of Elsie J. Oxenham, most famously the Abbey series. Like-minded book-a-holics with a love of old school girl novels who enjoy a bit of a chat are invited to meet for lunch, afternoon tea, an interesting activity and some occasional English dancing.Enquiries: Margaret on 9898 4369 or Mandy on 9337 3212

Wordsmiths of Melbourne Poetry Group

neW MeMBers AlWAys WelcoMe

his is a group of poets with a Christian ethos which meets on the second Saturday of every month from 2–5pm.Members meet to airm each other as poets and to critique each other’s work. Well-known guest poets are often invited to lead poetry workshops with the group.Enquiries: Jean Sietzema-Dickson . . . . . . . . . .9890 5885www.poeticachristi.org.au

Australian Philatelic SocietyMeets bi-monthly at Memorial Homes Hall152 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury.Interesting displays at all meetings.Visitors and new members welcome.For more information call John Young . . . . . . .9889 1385

Society of Folk & Decorative Artists of Victoria(SFDAV) he society meets at the Craig Centre, Samarinda Ave, Ashburton on the 4th Sunday of the month and caters to the needs of folk and decorative artists.Visit www.sfdav.com.au for more information.

Waverley Gem ClubWe are a local club with members from the eastern suburbs, with activities covering a wide range of lapidary interests. We teach gem cutting and silversmithing and a mineral group for those intrigued by the details of crystals and their structure. Our clubrooms in Mt Waverley have facilities for training in our activities, and are open three days and at least one evening each week.Further information phone Gwen on 9808 7510 or 9830 8046 or visit www.waverleygemclub.googlepages.com/home

Craftworkers Social ClubBurwood Neighbourhood House, 1 Church St, BurwoodBring a craft project, share ideas, techniques and resources and chat over a cup of tea or cofee.All skill levels and ages are welcome.Cost: $2.50 a session plus a $7 annual fee.Every 1st, 3rd & 5th (if there is one) Wednesday of the month.Time: 10am–1pm or just come for an hour or two.Enquiries: he Burwood Neighbourhood House 9808 6292 or Cathy Weaver (group leader): 9808 4069


Waverley Arts SocietyMt Waverley Community Centre, 47 Miller Cres, Mt Waverley (opposite Mt Waverley Railway Station).Meets 7.30pm, 3rd Wednesday of the month (except Dec and Jan).h is year we are celebrating our 40th anniversary.At each meeting we have a professional artist demonstrate.We of er Tuition in Life Drawing, Portraiture, Watercolour, Drawing Fundamentals, Pottery and Decorative Art. Classes also available for children during school term.We also have a Contemporary Art Group (DARE) within the Society. We conduct Outdoor Workshops and have an evening Open Studio where you can ‘do your own thing’.

• Bowling Clubs

Burwood District Bowls ClubMen AnD WoMen WelcoMe

Two sites: grass and syntheticCoaching available by experienced coaches.Ladies and men’s pennant sidesSocial bowls, indoor carpet bowls in winterPhone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9889 5931

Camberwell Central Bowls ClubCnr Bowen and Trumper strees, CamberwellWe have both regular & occasional bowls activitiesSaturday & Tuesday pennant sides. Free coaching available!We bowl ALL year round on our two grass greens.Facilities for hire: barefoot bowls & other social functions.We are a small friendly club. www.ccbc.candyit.netPhone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 4456

Ashburton Bowls Club

neW & exPerienceD BoWlers inviteD to Join

1-3 Samarinda Ave, AshburtonPhone Peter . . . . . . . . . 9802 1660 or David 9560 9598

Bennettswood Bowling Club

coMe AnD Join Us

179 Station St, Burwood.Regular Open Days.Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 4373

• Children’s Activities and Childcare

Camberwell Childcare AssociationCnr Aird St & Riversdale Rd, Camberwell

Activity groUP

Wednesday 12.45pm – 3.15pmCamberwell Childcare Association Inc. is now of ering a supervised Activity Group for toddlers and pre-schoolers.All sessions are run by experienced staf . For enquiries or enrolments phone Anne Marie . . . . . . . . . . .9889 6002

Uniting Care ConnectionsSt James Uniting Church Wattle Park, Forsyth Hall1201 Riversdale Rd, Box Hill South (Melway 61 C3)

PlAygroUP

10–11.45am Mondays. Contact Margaret Ashby .. ..9808 5657

kinDergArten

3-year-old - h ursday, Friday4-year-old – Monday, Tuesday WednesdayEnquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 4495

Hartwell Occasional CareCnr Milverton and Highi eld roads, CamberwellSessions: Tues, Wed, h urs, Friday mornings3-year-old: Tue, Friday afternoonsPhone Ros or Jenny on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 6622

St Matt’s CatsA christiAn PlAygroUP for cArers AnD tots

St Matthew’s Anglican Church, 334 High St Rd, Ashburtonh ursday during school terms from 10.30am–12.30pmEnquiries . . . . . . . . . Leonie 9802 6406 or 0414 547 952

Children’s Activities

the Box hill coMMUnity Arts centre

We of er a wide range of children’s after school programs including drama, pottery, drawing and painting.Phone 9895 8888 or visit www.bhcac.com.au

Kids Club at St Thomas’St h omas’ Anglican Church, 44 Station St, BurwoodEvery h ursday, 3.30–6.30pm, $5 per session, dinner included.Suitable for primary school aged children up to Year 6.For more information, contact Heather. . . . . 0416256485.

St Luke’sSt Luke’s Uniting Church,94 Essex Road, Mount WaverleySt Luke’s Pre School . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..9807 9710Playgrounds at St Luke’s: Melissa .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 0409 330 347

Community Notices

Centre for Child and Family Development Camberwell

Director: Ruth Schmidt Nevenformerly Chief Psychotherapist Royal Children's Hospital

The Clinic offers:

•Under Fives Counselling•Adolescent Counselling•Parent/Family Consultation•Experienced child and adolescent psychotherapist for emotional, social and behavioural problems

Medicare Rebates and Private Health Insurance Rebates

Appointments and Informal Inquiries: Phone 9830-0422

www.childandfamily.com.au

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• Community & Special Interest Groups

Camberwell & District National Seniors

neW MeMBers WelcoMe.

Phyllis Hore Room, Kew Library,Cnr Cotham Rd and Civic Drive, Kew10am on the 3rd hursday of each month.Meet new friends and enjoy our interesting guest speakers with refreshments. Cost $4. Enquiries: Don . . . . . . .9833 4514

Lions Club of BoroondaraA group of men and women of varying ages meet over a friendly dinner the third Wednesday of the month at 7pm at the Tower Hotel, 686 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn.Enjoy fellowship and discussion of community projects.For further information contact Pauline . . . . . .9836 0541

Camberwell City RSL Sub BranchClub rooms are at 403 Camberwell Rd, CamberwellWe meet the 1st Monday of each month at 1.30pm. with very good guest speakers. From May to November, soup and a sausage sizzle available at noon, prior to the meeting.Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9882 5580

Rotary Club of Mont Albert and Surrey Hills (afectionately known as MASH)A group of like-minded people “like you and me” serving our local community. Regular Tuesday evening meetings held at the Box Hill Institute.For more details contact Jenny . . . . . . . . . 0407 689 777

3WBC: 94.1 FMyoUr locAl coMMUnity rADio stAtion

Dedicated to local communityWhitehorse Boroondara FM Community Radio Inc.Tune in to 94.1FM 3WBC for the best locally based information and music programs.Free publicity for local non-proit organisationsContact us for an on-air interview or to promote your meetings, functions and activities.We are always on the lookout for on-air presenters, sponsors and program production assistance.Become a sponsor/member/presenter/volunteer.Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9285 4846, Fax 9285 4849Email [email protected] Box 159, Box Hill 3128 or visit 3wbc.org.au

Golden Days Radio 3GDR 95.7 FMIf you enjoy the nostalgic sound of music from the ’30s to the ’60s, then tune in 7.30am–11pm daily. Check the program guide online at www.3gdr.asn.au or in he Age Green Guide.

The Australian Shareholders AssociationWheelers Hill Library, cnr Jells & Ferntree Gully roads, Wheelers HillMonash Group meets Feb–Nov, 3rd Tuesday of the month, 10am.he Australian Shareholders’ Association (ASA), a not-for-proit organisation, has been protecting and advancing the rights of shareholders in Australian listed companies since 1960. With a focus on good company performance and governance, the ASA has been successful in raising the standard of corporate behaviour in Australia.he ASA is also a strong campaigner for improving the inancial knowledge of members and shareholders generally. We provide access to value for money, independent education seminars and workshops. Most meetings we have a guest speaker, speaking on investment topics.Visitors welcome. Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . .9885 7166

Blackburn Lake Ladies Probus ClubManchester Unity Hall, 8 Main Street, Blackburn. (Melway 47 K12) Meets 1st hursday of the month, 10am–12 noon New members always welcome at our very friendly club for ladies semi or full retirees. We have interesting speakers, theatre mornings, ilm/luncheon mornings, outings, monthly luncheons and cofee mornings. Phone President Yvonne Roy on 9890 4316 and give our friendly club a try.

Men’s Probus Club of Box Hill South Inc.St James Uniting Church Hall, 1201 Riversdale Rd, Box Hill Sth.Meets 10am–12.00 noon on the 1st Friday of the month. We have entertaining and informative guest speakers at each meeting. We also go on group day-tours, to “ilm and lunch” at the Balwyn Palace Cinema, to shows at the Whitehorse Centre, and to the Box Hill RSL for bistro lunches.If you are retired or semi-retired and would like new opportunities to broaden your horizons and make new friends then we would be very pleased to welcome you.For further information phone: Eamonn Ryan .. .. ..9898 5647

Combined Probus Club of BurwoodEley Park Community Hall, Eley Rd, Burwood. (Melway 61 H5)Meets 1st Wednesday of the month, 9.45 am–12 noon.New members always welcome.A very friendly club for male or female semi or full retirees. We have monthly speakers, theatre trips, outings, dine-outs and many special interest groups, amongst other activities. We have easy parking and lots of fun, so give us a try!Phone President Ken Lyons on . . . . . . . . . . 9830 6136.

Combined Probus Club of Inala, Blackburn SouthInala Village Auditorium, 220 Middleborough Rd, Blackburn Sth.Meets 4thWednesday of each month from 1.15 – 3pmOur club provides opportunity for social contact and friendship, catering for retirees, men and women. We have a guest speaker at each meeting followed by afternoon tea. We also arrange lunches, trips and tours.New members and guests are always welcome.For further information phone Barry Cairns . . . 9803 3130.

Community NoticesZ


• Dance

Scottish Country Dancing

visitors AnD neW MeMBers AlWAys WelcoMe

We meet every Tuesday evening March–November Balwyn Church of Christ, cnr Whitehorse and Cherry roads, Balwyn (Whitehorse Rd 100m west of Balwyn Rd.(Melway 46 D8) (No. 42 Tram Stop 47)A beginners’ session is held from 7pm to 7.45pm. Following a 15 minute tea break, a mixed session is held from 8pm to 10pm. A social dance night is held every 4th Tuesday.Admission by donation, $5.People can come alone, with a partner or in a group and of any nationality with no, little or much dancing background.Best to wear a pair of lat, soft shoes.Please ring Julia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9890 2546

Box Hill and District Scottish Society Inc.

24 Grieve St, MacleodOne of the aims of our group is to raise money to give an annual donation to the Burwood East Special Developmental School. We also have a close connection to the Marysville Scottish Country Dance Group and hope to be able to assist that community on a long term basis.Phone 9459 8503 or email: [email protected]

Welsh Dance ClassesChrist Church Hall, 1 he Ave, Surrey Hills (Melway 46 H11)2pm–4.30pm on Sunday afternoons once a month.Admission by donation, $5.For information on the forthcoming sessionscontact Ian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9878 2414

Dance for FitnessBox Hill Community Arts Centre.470 Station St, Box HillMondays, 1.30pm – 2.30pmHave fun and get it at the same time! A low impact dance class for those who are looking for an informal dance class or simply don’t like the gym.Enrolments essential. Please phone . . . . . . . . .9895 8888or visit www.bhcac.com.au

Round DancingLearn to dance individual steps, then put them together to dance round the room. 7.30pm every Friday at Forest Hill. Singles, couples and seniors welcome. Phone Fiona, 9802 5087or visit www.home.vicnet.net.au/~wrag

National Seniors Australia

Whitehorse Box hill BrAnch

Meets at 1.30pm on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at he Arbour Arts Centre, 470 Station St, Box HillMeetings include guest speaker, forum for concerns and afternoon tea ($3 at the door).

Contact Ian Mathers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9801 3131

Association of Independent RetireesMelBoUrne eAstern BrAnch

he Association of Independent Retirees is an Australia-wide voluntary not-for-proit advocacy group for people who are fully or partially self-funded in retirement.he Melbourne Eastern Branch meets at 10am on the 1st Friday of the month (except January) in the Senior Citizens Centre, Silver Grove, Nunawading. here is a guest speaker at each meeting. Visitors are welcome.For details phone . . . . . . . . . . 9874 3143 or 9894 1989.

Association of Independent Retirees

MelBoUrne soUth eAst BrAnch

Meets bi-monthly at the Mt Waverley Youth CentreMembership is open to any retired person who is self-funded or receives a partial government pension.he Association is non-party political and is stafed by volunteers. It is continually making submissions to Federal and State governments on a range of issues afecting retirees who fund their own retirement.Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9803 4563 or 9807 7663

Women FreemasonsHave you ever wondered what Freemasons do or what Freemasonry is about? Freemasonry is an honorable, charitable organisation, supporting the community and ofering personal development to men and women members. To belong does not require a prior association only a willingness to contribute. If you would like to ind out more on how you can become part of an equal fraternity, contact Mrs Philippa Bailey, Public Relations Oicer, Australian Federation, International Order of Co-Freemasonry “Le Droit Humain”. email: [email protected]

Community Notices

Level 1, 971 Burke Road

Camberwell Vic 3124

P 03 9861 6100

F 03 8678 3997

PO Box 8161

Camberwell North Vic 3124

www.lanyonpartners.com.au

lanyon PartnersChartered Accountants


Power Talk International

PersonAl DeveloPMent

POWERtalk International (formerly Toastmistresses) can help you increase your self conidence in speaking efectively in public, giving presentations as well as developing leadership skills. Our club ofers a supportive and stimulating atmosphere in which to grow. We meet at 7.30pm every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in Balwyn. Visitors will be welcomed at our friendly club. Enquiries to Margaret . . . . . . . .9857 7813

Glen Iris ToastmastersA new local Toastmasters club meets at the Glen Iris Uniting Church Community Centre, 200 Glen Iris Rd, Glen Iris.Improve your communication and leadership skills, whether for work or social.More info: Anna Vandenberg . . . . . . . . . . . .9839 4195or Mike McNamara. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0407 509048

Boroondara ToastmastersBoroondara Toastmasters Club promotes conidence and self-development through the medium of public speaking.Meetings at Burwood Neighbourhood House, 1 Church St, Burwood (Melway 60 H6)1st and 3rd hursdays of each month at 7.45pmEnquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9888 8061Visit www.boroondara.toastmasters.org.au/

University of the Third Age

(U3A) hAWthorn, A coMMUnity self-helP orgAnisAtion

26 Sinclair Ave, Glen Iris (formerly Glen Iris Bowling Club)he University of hird Age (U3A) Hawthorn is a community self-help organisation, which provides a range of educational and creative courses based in Boroondara for retired and semi-retired people. here are no entry qualiication requirements, no exams and no formal certiicates. Currently there are approximately 90 courses and activities ofered over a broad range of topics such as history, current afairs, modern languages and science or practical skills such as jewellery making, painting and Tai Chi. Courses are conducted during the daytime, Monday to Friday. U3A Hawthorn supports itself mainly through a low annual membership fee that entitles members to attend as many activities as practical.For more information on courses and enrolment, phone 9821 0282, 10.30am–1.30pm weekdays, or visit www.u3ahawthorn.org.au

Education / Self Improvement

Computer Savvy Seniors

Are yoU interesteD in leArning coMPUter BAsics?

A peer training program for seniors- no experience required. You will be matched with a peer trainer who will start with absolute basics, teach you about word processing and about using the Internet and email.Training is free and can be held at a Boroondara library, in an aged care facility or your home.For information contact Ellen Caswell . . . . . . .9278 4674or email [email protected]

Broadband For SeniorsSamarinda Aged Services, Ashburton, hosts a Broadband for Seniors Kiosk – a joint initiative between the Federal Government and NEC – for anyone over 50 years who is interested in learning new technology to stay in touch with friends and family. he kiosk is free of charge with volunteers providing initial tutoring and then assistance as users become more conident. he kiosk operates Tuesdays 10am to noon, Wednesdays 10.30am to 12.30pm and Saturdays 10am to noon. Bookings are essential.Call to make an appointment . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..9885 0062

Baha’i Community Of BooroondaraPO Box 32 East Kew, 3102

trAnqUility Zone:

Every Sunday at 11am.

Venue: Hidden Words Bookshop, 351 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn. Spend some time to let go of the activities and demands of the week and regain focus and strength for the new week to come. Relect on inspirational and uplifting words accompanied with beautiful and soothing music to relax the body, centre the mind and refresh the spirit.Admission is free and all are welcome. . . . . . . .9815 2020

SOUL FOOD

1st Sunday of each month at 10.30am.Village Roadshow heatrette, Melbourne State Library, Entry 3, LaTrobe St, (Parking available on LaTrobe St)An opportunity to relax in a tranquil environment and relect on diferent themes. Soul Food features music, audio-visual pieces and inspirational readings from various faiths: indigenous, ancient and modern from the north, south, east and west. Soul Food is a free community event open to all. We invite you to take some time out and join us.

inforMAtion night - introDUction to the BAhA’i fAith

Hidden Words Bookshop, 351 Burwood Rd, HawthornCome along for a relaxing Friday evening. Learn more about various aspects of the Baha’i Faith, an opportunity to ask questions and browse the selection of books and gifts.Admission is free and all are welcome . . . . . . . .9815 2020

Community Notices

Community Notices


• Friendship and Activity Groups

Ashburton Support Services

greAt WAys for over 50s to enJoy their DAy

296 High St, AshburtonBallroom Dancing. Classes held Tuesdays 10am–11am. Cost $5. You don’t need a partner, come and meet new friends.Cards & Board Games. Are you interested in playing card games such as Krazy Whist, Bolivia or board games Scrabble or Crossword? Maybe you would like to start a new group with your own friends. Cost $3 includes afternoon tea.Exercise programs. Exercise to music, Gentle Exercise, Falls Prevention program, Tai Chi, Line Dancing.Have fund while you get it. Cost $5.We have many more activities and services. Please call to ind out more. Please contact Fay . . . . . . . . . . . . .9885 3815

Burwood Country Women’s AssociationPresbyterian Church Hall, cnr High St & High Street Rd, Ashburton. Call Hon. Sec. Lesley Prior . . . . . . .9808 4341

Camberwell Senior Citizens405 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell. For information phone the club Mon & hurs on 9882 6947 or Debbie Kay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 3019

Life Activities Club, BalwynGeneral meetings are held at 7.30pm on the 2nd Tuesday of June, August, October and December at the Baptist Church Hall, 136 Doncaster Rd, North Balwyn.A social club and meeting place for active people in retirement that ofers opportunities to participate in a wide variety of interesting and enjoyable activities.For information contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9857 7128

Burwood Community CentreBurwood Uniting Church,Cnr Warrigal Rd and Hyslop St, BurwoodWe are open from 1.30pm–3.30pm every Wednesday.Company and entertainment in a caring atmosphere. All Welcome. For information call Dorothy horpe on 9808 2200

Golden Age Senior Citizens Centre47 Miller Cres, Mt Waverley. Monday–hursday, 9.30am–3pmOpen to senior citizens over the age of 55. Activities include carpet bowls, cards (Solo and 500), craft, table tennis, snooker and scrabble. Outings are arranged monthly.Drop in or call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9807 7003

Boroondara Life Activities ClubSalvation Army Citadel, Bowen St, Camberwell.Monday: table tennis, swimming, card games (Solo), billiardsTuesday: card games (Bolivia)Wednesday: golf, luncheon (1st of the month)hursday: table tennis, scrabble (1st and 3rd of the month)Friday: dancing, day tripsEvery six weeks: Dine Out.Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9889 7458 or 9836 8027

• Floral Art / Gardening

Ashburton Floral Art GroupDeMonstrAtions, helPfUl hints AnD frienDshiP

Uniting Church Hall, Ashburn Grove, AshburtonMeets 3rd Monday of the month at 12.30pm until November.Fees: $15 annually, plus $2 per session.Contact Hazel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9802 4462

Box Hill Floral Art GroupPavilion Room, Box Hill Hawks Football Club (cnr Middleborough & Whitehorse roads)Meets 1st hursday of the month at 11am, demonstrations at 1pm.We welcome everyone to come and join us at our regular workshops and enjoy free demonstrations by leading loral artists.Garden Group 3rd Tuesday at 10am. Enquiries, 9808 6080

Camellia VictoriaEast Burwood Uniting Church Hall, cnr Burwood Hwy and Blackburn Rd, East Burwood.Meets 2nd Wednesday of the month (March–November) at 8pmVisit www.camelliasvic.org.au

Chrysanthemum Society of Victoria Inc.Knoxield Church of Christ Hall, Scoresby Road2nd Saturday of the month (except Jan. & Jul.) at 2.30pmA specialist society in the cultivation =of Chrysanthemums, primarily to exhibition standards, but also for table decoration and cut garden lowers. Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . 9898 5458

Waverley Garden Club Floral Art GroupMt Waverley Youth Centre, 45 Miller Cres, Mt Waverley Meets 3rd Tuesday at 7.45pmFloral Workshops- Come and enjoy a free demonstration by a leading loral art designer. Join us at our regular workshop and gain experience to make your own arrangements. Prospective new members are always welcome. For further information please contact Elizabeth, 9560 4804 or Maree, 9887 2074

Waverley Garden ClubWaverley Community Centre, Miller Cres, Mt WaverleyCome to our meetings and enjoy guest speakers, trading table and a friendly atmosphere.We meet at 8pm on the 1st Friday of the month.For further details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9807 3507

Barinna Garden Club, South Blackburnhe club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 1.30pmCall Margaret . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9890 6448

Camberwell Morning Garden Club‘Chambly’, 405 Camberwell Rd, CamberwellMeets 2nd hursday of every month, 10am–12noon for fellowship, morning tea and to hear expert speakers on a range of topics about gardening. Membership is open to all; an annual subscription is $10. he club also organises interesting day trips during the year, including a Christmas outing to Montsalvat in December. For further details, call 9884 9060.

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Community Notices


Golden Wattle Day ClubEast Malvern RSL Club, Stanley Grose Dve, East MalvernEvery hursday at 10am.Golden Wattle Day Club attracts about 40 regular members from Ashburton, Ashwood, Burwood, and Glen Iris, as well as East Malvern. New members are very welcome. Contact Pat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9807 4994

Monash Croquet ClubElectra Community Centre, Electra Ave, AshwoodSocial and competitive play in a friendly atmosphere.Lessons for beginners. Please phone Jean, 9803 3433, email [email protected] or visit www.croquetvic.asn.au

Burwood RSL11 Hyslop St, Burwood Mondays & hursdays from 12noon – 4pm for social snooker games. Competition Billiards and snooker on Tuesdays.Visitors and new members welcome. Club phone: 9889 6283Club secretary Damian Willcox, 9809 5502 or 0403 920 790

War Widows & Widowed Mothers’ AssociationBURWOOD BRANCH

RSL Hall, cnr Myrniong & Hyslop streets, Burwood, 4th Wednesday of each month at 1pm.We have a variety of speakers, demonstrations and outings.Contact helma Dalrymple . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 5568 or Noni Wilson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 7458

Box Hill Senior Citizens’ Club Inc.Carrington Centre, 79 Carrington Rd, Box HillMonday: Gentle exercise, cards, snooker, bingo 1.45pm, ($3 per book)Tuesday: Chinese MahJongWednesday: snooker, Chinese MahJonghursday: snookerFriday: cards, snooker, concert or speakers (cost $3)Lunch in the dining room Monday – Friday at 12noonAnnual Subscription: $8Enquiries: Hon. Sec. Shirley Crossley. . . . . . . .9890 4979

Nieuw Holland Social Clubfor DUtch sPeAking Persons AnD their PArtners

A group for 50+ meets every hursday morning in the Blackburn Senior Citizens Club, “he Pines”, at Central Rd, Blackburn (A few minutes from the station.)Weekly meetings 9.30am-1.15pmFor more information phone Inge Van Hoek . . .9877 1523

Burwood Evening VIEW Club

voice, interests AnD eDUcAtion of WoMen

Meets at 7pm on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Box Hill Golf Club, 202 Station St, Box Hill South, for dinner and a guest speaker.Come along and meet new friends and enjoy our interesting speakers. Visitors welcome.For more information call heresa 0403 992 569 or 9836 1867

Home League (Women’s Group)

the sAlvAtion ArMy cAMBerWell corPs

7-11 Bowen St, Camberwell (Melway 59 K3)We invite you to Home League which is an oasis in the middle of the week for women of all ages. As life continues to race by, the group ofers enlightenment and encouragement to each other, while at the same time teaching us and leading us to search for the deeper meaning of life.Our meetings are varied with speakers, bus trips, brunches and musical mornings, all with the aim of giving us a good quality of life. As a branch of the Salvation Army, we ofer something more than most groups– faith and hope in a practical way.hursday morning tea is from 10am, meeting at 10.30amCost: $1 a week, to cover most activities and morning tea. Contact Jane 0414 451 228he Corps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 2468

• Health and Support Groups

OverEaters Anonymous

Do yoU hAve A ProBleM With fooD?

Rowville Uniting Church, cnr Fulham Rd and Bridgewater Way (Melway 82 A1)Overeaters Anonymous meets each Saturday, 8.30am–10amMeetings are free and there are NO weigh-ins.For more information . . . . . . . 5986 2768 or 9874 5527

Parkinson’s Victoria Inc.

cAMBerWell sUPPort groUP

Meets at 10am on the last Monday of each month at St Mark’s Church Hall, corner Burke & Canterbury roads, Camberwell.For information contact Ruth Harrop . . . . . . .9889 3499

Require Adult Day Care?

DAy cAre centre for DeMentiA sUfferers

Elsie Salter House, 11 Marquis St, AshburtonDementia is a term used to describe an illness which can afect a person’s memory, intellect and personality. We ofer: • Professional care and encouragement • An interesting variety of activities.Enquiries to the manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9885 6426

Al-Anon

sUPPort groUP for fAMily AnD frienDs of Alcoholics

Meets Monday mornings at 10.30 (including public holidays) in the hall at the rear of Wesley Uniting Church on the corner of Station and Oxford strees, Box Hill.

PADA

PAnic & Anxiety DisorDers AssociAtion victoriA

PADA in Victoria operates the Panic and Anxiety Disorders Treatment Centre. Individual and group counselling for all anxiety disorders is provided by experienced and caring psychologists. Specialist child psychologists are available for children and young people.For a free information brochure or for further information, please ring PADA on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9889 7355

Community Notices


Anxiety Recovery Centre Victoria (ARCVic)

oBsessive coMPUlsive & Anxiety DisorDer sUPPort groUP

Boroondara Community Health Centre,378 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn (old Post Oice Building next to the Town Hall).Enter of Kent St. (Melway 45 D10)Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm.Support Group for suferers of Obsessive Compulsive, Panic, Social Anxiety & Generalised Anxiety Disorders. Also Agoraphobia, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Hoarding, Trichotillomania, Phobias and related stress and depression. Family members & carers are welcome.Support groups also in Ashwood, Watsonia, Ascot Vale, Bentleigh, Ballarat, Geelong, Wodonga, Traralgon & a social group and pen pal service available.Further details phone oice: 9886 9233, Helpline: 9886 9377 or email: [email protected].

Warm Water Exercise Classes

MUlgrAve–MonAsh self helP groUP

Peter James Centre, Mahoneys Rd, Burwood EastMulgrave-Monash Self Help Group holds warm water exercise classes under the strict supervision of a physiotherapist. Presently there are three classes each Monday and hursday evening. For further information phone . . . . . .9801 4758

Personal Helpers and Mentors ProgramLevel 1 / 12 Hamilton Place, Mt WaverleyPHAMS Monash provides community-based outreach support for people who are living with a mental illness and reside in the City of Monash. he program is delivered by Prahran Mission and aims to build on people’s existing strengths and increase personal capacity and self reliance, in areas such as:• maintaining or acquiring independent living skills• help with accessing transport• support to access other local services• support to access community activities and courses.Agencies and GPs or other services are welcome to refer people and interested people are also encouraged to self refer. he program is free, open-ended and sets goals to measure aspirations with outcomes.Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9807 1846

Kara House Outreach ServiceKara House is a Domestic Violence Support Agencyproviding support to women and women with children, experiencing domestic violence.Kara House also provides specialised support to women from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.For assistance please phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . .9877 9711

Blackburn Take Off Weight Naturally

(T.O.W.N.) Club

loW cost sUPPortive clUB to Assist yoU to lose Weight

T.O.W.N. Clubs Victoria. Established 40 years. 130 clubs state-wideA not-for-proit organisation. he very friendly Blackburn Club meets Monday mornings 9.30 – 11.30 at Eley Park Community Centre, Eley Rd, Burwood (Melway 61 H5)Contact Leoni Frew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9802 5044

Boroondara Lupus Support GroupBalwyn Library meeting room.Meets 2nd Wednesday each month at 1.30pm.his group is for people living with Lupus and associated auto-immune conditions.It also welcomes their family support members and friends into the group.here are regular guest speakers and the group provides information support and seminars for our members.Arthritis Victoria (which is the oicial organisation for Lupus Victoria) also provides ongoing advice, support and speakers.he meetings are free and afternoon tea is provided.For further information please contact:Maggie Kandi on 9817 2316 or [email protected] Clare Hopkins on 9809 4998 or [email protected]

Here2Help PetsPower Neighbourhood House on Tuesday and Wednesday.A free pet support program for older people and people with a disability in Ashwood and Chadstone. Get help with dog walking, pet grooming and cage cleaning. Call Leonie on 9807 8789 email [email protected]

Seniors RegisterMonAsh volUnteer resoUrce centre

A Seniors Register, which is a joint initiative between Monash Volunteer Resource Centre, the City of Monash and the Mt Waverley and Glen Waverley police, has commenced in the Mt Waverley and Glen Waverley areas.Contact Monash Volunteer Resource Centre. . . 9562 0414

Health Promotion Unit

MAssAge service At Box hill hosPitAl

We ofer trained massage therapist services at reduced costs.1 hour $50 ($45 conc.); ½ hour $35 ($30 conc.);Workcover $44–$80 (initial consultation), $10–$30 (standard consultation).

neeD helP to give UP sMoking?

Our trained facilitators conduct Tobacco Free Clinics at both Box Hill & Maroondah Hospitals for those who would like to give up smoking. Our small one-of fee is dependant on income.

heAlth for life coUrses

All courses are conducted by qualiied professionals.We have ongoing courses in:Gentle Exercise for Seniors, Yoga, Walking Group.Cost varies from course to course.For more than 20 years, the Health Promotion Unit at Box Hill Hospital has ofered the “Health for Life” course program to the community. Our quality courses are afordable and aim to support people in managing their health and well being.For further information please visit the website at:www.easternhealth.org.au/healthpromo/courses.shtmlBookings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9895 4947

Tai Chi ClassesAt Ashburton Support Services. Tai Chi for Osteoporosis, Advanced Group, Intermediate Group, Beginners Group for Arthritis. $4 per session. For details call Jenni . . .9885 3815

Community Notices


Falls Prevention Program

reADy, steADy, go!

Ashburton Support Services, 296 High St, AshburtonAn evidence based program combining exercise and education with the aim of reducing your risk of falling. Program includes professional speakers, (GP, physiotherapist, OT, dietician, vision specialist, specialist nurse and podiatrist).For more information please call Fay . . . . . . . .9885 3815

Men’s GroupA mEN’s sUPPORT GROUP

Meets fortnightly on Monday evenings at Camcare in Camberwell. Men’s Groups encourage men of all kinds and ages to discuss issues such as relationships, fathering, personal growth, work stress and health in supportive, conidential and friendly surroundings. Gold coin donation.For further information or to register interest, please contact Des 0402 522 261 or email [email protected]

Healthy Bones Group

the soUth eAst MelBoUrne osteoPorosis sUPPort groUP

We ofer information and support through newsletters and meetings every second month.Even if you can’t attend a meeting (held at Mt Waverley Youth Centre) you can be involved by registering for the newsletter.For information on this friendly and informative group, ring Carole on 95688727 or email: [email protected]

Cancer Council Victoria - Relay For Life

seeking teAM cAPtAins

Relay for Life is an overnight, community event to raise funds for Cancer Council Victoria. he volunteer organising committee is now seeking team captains to lead a team of friends, family or colleagues in the Hawthorn Boroondara Relay For Life. For more information please contact Lisa on 9635 5347 or [email protected]

• History Groups

Burwood History GroupMeets at the former Burwood State School,172 Burwood Hwy, Burwood.First Wednesday of each month at 1.30 pmA book on the history of the Burwood State School isavailable for $10 from the Group.For more information contact Valma Fell . . . . .9808 5482

Box Hill Historical Society Inc.Strabane Chapel, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert NorthMeets 3rd hursday of each month (from Feb–Nov) at 8pmArchives open at rear of Box Hill Town Hall each Tuesday 11am - 4pm & 1st Saturday of the month 10am–12noon.Further details/enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9285 4808

Waverley Historical Society IncorporatedIf you have a question about the history of the Waverley area,you are welcome to visit our rooms in Mt Waverley on a Wednesday afternoon.For information about meetings and membership,phone the secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9544 8792Email: [email protected] or visit www.vicnet.net.au/~whsvic

Whitehorse Historical SocietyMeets in the Local History Room, Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum Complex, Deep Creek Road MitchamDecember meeting at 1.30pm on Saturday, December 11.Ian Moodie, Education and Assets Coordinator, Parkswide, City of Whitehorse will be Guest speaker on the topic, Going, Going, but not Gonehe irst General meeting for 2011: 1.30pm, Saturday Feb. 12.For information contact the Secretary . .. .. .. .. .. .. .9877 1901.

• Music Groups

Treble TonesestABlisheD lADies choir seeks neW MeMBers

Join a friendly group of ladies who enjoy singing and bringing the pleasure of music to others. Rehearsals Wednesday mornings, Burwood area. Come and see what we do.Contact musical director Lorraine Pollard. . . . 9807 5936

Bentleigh Organ ClubEast Bentleigh Sporting & Recreation Club,62 Mackie Rd, East BentleighMeets1st Monday of each month at 8pmAdmission fees - $3 members, $6 non-membersAnnual membership - $11. Visitors always welcome.Contact Jenny and Clif Restarick . . . . . . . . . .9528 2539

Sing Australia ChoirCamberwell Baptist Church, cnr Riversdale Road and Wills St, Camberwell Junction.Sing Australia Choir is a community-based choir. Rehearsals are on Tuesday mornings from 10am-noon. Cost: $6, plus membership. No auditions, just singing fun.Further info: Wendy 9886 9405 or www.singaustralia.com.au

Oakleigh City BandA brass band in the City of Monash. Players of all ages and experience welcome. Instruments and tuition available.Phone Brian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9807 9624

Box Hill Community Arts Centre Community Choir470 Station St, Box HillOur choir continues to meet on a Sunday afternoon from 2 – 4pm in our lovely Arbour hall.Members of the choir require no singing experience – just a desire to sing as part of a community choir. Enjoy the casual atmosphere, variety of songs and a cup of tea!Enrolments essential: $54 per term.Please phone 9895 8888 or visit www.bhcac.com.au

Scotsglen Singers Inc.We are an all-female community choir who entertain shut-in folk and raise money for a charity. We rehearse every hursday afternoon in Glen Waverley and perform regularly in the local area. he ability to read music is useful but not essential. We sing in two/three parts and currently are particularly seeking singers in the lower parts.For information contact Elizabeth Adnams . . . .9807 6472


Alamein Neighbourhood and Learning Centre

(ANLC)49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton (opposite Alamein Station)We ofer a wide range of adult education and leisure classes as well as friendship and community support services.* hese classes are ACFE funded

english As A seconD lAngUAge*

Learn and improve your English skills. We ofer classes from

Monday to Friday both morning and afternoon.

hese classes utilise the Certiicate for General Education for

Adults (CGEA).

WorkPlAce skills AnD technology*

his is a great course for people wanting to enter or return to work or wanting to volunteer in a workplace. his is a nationally accredited qualiication (Cert 1 in Vocational Preparation).

coMPUter trAining*

Introduction to Computers classes run for 20 weeks.A range of fee for service classes are ofered including Computer Conidence for Mature Adults, Internet Workshops, Powerpoint, Computers and Your Camera and MYOB.

horticUltUre coUrse

Learn how to identify and grow plants in this course.

leisUre clAsses

Yoga, Art, Walking Group, Mosaics, Pilates, Beaded Craft, Gentle Exercise to Music, Discussion Group, Garden Club.

coMMUnity sUPPort services

Dial a Bus Shopping Service, Wednesday Club – Never Too Old to Learn, Bus Trips – fortnightly, Community Bus for Hire, Community Garden, Drop in Lounge, Community Lunches, Room Hire, Tool Library and Men’s Shed.A detailed program of our activities is available– call in at the centre or contact Mim Markovic . . . . . . . . . .9885 9162

Box Hill South Neighbourhood House47 Kitchener St, Box Hill South

WeekDAys

Exercises with weights, painting, cards, individual computer classes, eBay workshop, gardening, English as a second language, Spanish, craft, jewellery making, childcare, Friday morning playgroup, three-year-old kinder groups, yoga, slow walkers group, piano lessons, community lunches, cryptic crosswords, what to do with digital photos, candle making, singing, mobile phone training for seniors.

Weeknights

Pilates, exercises with weights, Spanish, yoga, French, de-clutter your space, self help, oil painting group, watercolour, eBay workshop, belly dancing, folk art and bookclub.

WeekenDs

Japanese children’s activity group, Sunday excursions.New programs each term. Closed school holidays.Phone 9898 8270 or email: [email protected]

Amaroo Neighbourhood Centre34 Amaroo St, ChadstoneOur centre has a wide range of programs on ofer that include Kids Karate, Art, Basic Computers, Basic Cooking for 1 or 2, Community Lunch, Family Violence Support Group, Occasional Child Care, Garden Club, Tai Chi, Walking Group, ESL, Ballroom Dancing, Creative Writing, Homework Support Group and much more. Programs will be mailed out on request. Our premises are wheelchair friendly and we welcome all people, with no exceptions.We also ofer the services of a Justice of the Peace.Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9807 2624 or 9807 0570

Bowen Street Community Centre102 Bowen St, Camberwell

We offer DAy AnD evening coUrses for ADUlts AnD chilDren

Playgroups and childcare throughout the week.For details and enrolments please ring the oice on 9889 0791, email us at [email protected] or check out our website www.bowenstreet.org.au

Box Hill Community Arts Centre470 Station St, Box HillWe ofer a range of art and lifestyle courses for adults and children at low cost.Classes include: Introduction to Drawing, Acrylics and Oils for Beginners, Fun and Functional Ceramics, Pot Luck Pottery, Dance for Fitness, Hatha Yoga, Community Choir and more.he centre also has a beautiful art gallery with an extensive art program, showcasing the work of our many regular users as well as the City of Whitehorse collection and special exhibitions throughout the year.

Bennettswood Neighbourhood House7 Greenwood St, BurwoodCome along anytime Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm, and take a look at what is happening at your Neighbourhood House.

loW cost coUrses AnD Activities.

Library Day (Read & Borrow), Lunch ‘n’ More, Mah-jong, Parent/Child Groups, Solo, Social Events, heatre OutingsArt & CraftBalloonology Workshops, Beaded Jewellery, Community Craft Group, Craft Group for Uninished Projects, Drawing & Watercolour Painting, Felting Workshops, Leadlight, Stamping & Card MakingMusic & DanceEnglish Country Dancing, Harp Group & Tuition, Music for Tinies, Singing Tuition in Group or IndividualHealth & WellbeingGentle Exercises to Music, Massage, Seniors on the Move, Strength Training, Walking, YogaSkillsAsian Cooking Demonstrations, Computer & Internet Tuition and UsePhone: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9888 0234Email: [email protected]: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~bennetts/

Community Centres & ActivitiesBURWOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE Ph: 9808 6292

!!!!!!!So much under one roof-something for all

1 Church Street Burwood 3125

Short Courses/Activities

New Class – ZUMBA at Burwood

HEALTH & WELLBEING Bookings essential Qualified Instructors.

Pilates Mon 6.30pm Yoga Mon 9.00am - Wed 7.45pm Strength Training – Tue/Thurs 10.00am Tai Chi Thurs 11.30am MASSAGE - Shiatsu Massage, Reflexology appt required. “Balance for Seniors”, Tues 11.30pm

and why not join our Happiness Club that meets on 1st Wed in the month

or book a Crystal Relaxation Session, to relieve your stress Tues or Thurs 7.30pm

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES - Community Bus Trips from $12 Please book to ensure your seat on the bus! Enjoy social outings to different venues Eg: A trip to Mount Macedon Memorial Cross or Healesville shopping and lunch outing, leaving at 10am sharp from the House. 3rd Thursday in month.

• Always looking for a Volunteer licence Driver, Can you support us? Burwood Girls Social Group - go on outings to movies, coffee trips or lunch at “the house” Wed Craft Group - 10.00am, Tues Young Ones Craft Group 20/30s 7.30pm Bring you craft project, sew laugh and coffee, SCRABBLE Wed 10.00am Boroondara TOASTMASTERS, 1ST & 3RD Thurs in the Month

PLAYGROUP & MOTHER’S GROUPS - VACANCIES 2/3 hour sessions am or pm Monday – Friday

Large backyard with large shade trees, lots of equipment, cubby and covered sandpit area. Lots of toys.

LEGAL RIGHTS for SENIORS - Light Lunch with Guest Speaker Would you like to understand and learn more? Our Guest Speaker will talk during a light lunch.

*Please ring for more details and book for catering purposes. 9808 6292

Computers Ongoing Classes Individual & affordable classes, small lab of 5 Beginners, Word, Excel, Intro to MYOB & QUICK BOOKS, MYOB payroll, Power Point, Internet/email

Workshops in: Mobile phone, Twitter, Facebook, Defragging, Intro to Word 2007

How to Buy and Sell on eBay, Budgeting Day & Evening classes available only $10 hour

Other ACTIVITIES Armchair Movies, Book Club – day & evening. Community Roast Lunches,

Garden Club, Scrabble, Ikebana, Mandala, Cooking classes. Craft Group, day & evening. Xmas

workshops, *Free ESL Lessons. 4 wks *Free Internet for Seniors – bookings essential.

Information & Bookings PH: 9808 6292 Office Hours 10.00 am – 3.00pm or leave us a message!

Merry Christmas to all, all the new members of the community welcome to our House Christmas Party 8th

Dec

Have a safe and enjoyable time over the festive season Cheryl, Manager and the Committee of Management.


BURWOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE Ph: 9808 6292

!!!!!!!So much under one roof-something for all

1 Church Street Burwood 3125

Short Courses/Activities

New Class – ZUMBA at Burwood

HEALTH & WELLBEING Bookings essential Qualified Instructors.

Pilates Mon 6.30pm Yoga Mon 9.00am - Wed 7.45pm Strength Training – Tue/Thurs 10.00am Tai Chi Thurs 11.30am MASSAGE - Shiatsu Massage, Reflexology appt required. “Balance for Seniors”, Tues 11.30pm

and why not join our Happiness Club that meets on 1st Wed in the month

or book a Crystal Relaxation Session, to relieve your stress Tues or Thurs 7.30pm

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES - Community Bus Trips from $12 Please book to ensure your seat on the bus! Enjoy social outings to different venues Eg: A trip to Mount Macedon Memorial Cross or Healesville shopping and lunch outing, leaving at 10am sharp from the House. 3rd Thursday in month.

• Always looking for a Volunteer licence Driver, Can you support us? Burwood Girls Social Group - go on outings to movies, coffee trips or lunch at “the house” Wed Craft Group - 10.00am, Tues Young Ones Craft Group 20/30s 7.30pm Bring you craft project, sew laugh and coffee, SCRABBLE Wed 10.00am Boroondara TOASTMASTERS, 1ST & 3RD Thurs in the Month

PLAYGROUP & MOTHER’S GROUPS - VACANCIES 2/3 hour sessions am or pm Monday – Friday

Large backyard with large shade trees, lots of equipment, cubby and covered sandpit area. Lots of toys.

LEGAL RIGHTS for SENIORS - Light Lunch with Guest Speaker Would you like to understand and learn more? Our Guest Speaker will talk during a light lunch.

*Please ring for more details and book for catering purposes. 9808 6292

Computers Ongoing Classes Individual & affordable classes, small lab of 5 Beginners, Word, Excel, Intro to MYOB & QUICK BOOKS, MYOB payroll, Power Point, Internet/email

Workshops in: Mobile phone, Twitter, Facebook, Defragging, Intro to Word 2007

How to Buy and Sell on eBay, Budgeting Day & Evening classes available only $10 hour

Other ACTIVITIES Armchair Movies, Book Club – day & evening. Community Roast Lunches,

Garden Club, Scrabble, Ikebana, Mandala, Cooking classes. Craft Group, day & evening. Xmas

workshops, *Free ESL Lessons. 4 wks *Free Internet for Seniors – bookings essential.

Information & Bookings PH: 9808 6292 Office Hours 10.00 am – 3.00pm or leave us a message!

Merry Christmas to all, all the new members of the community welcome to our House Christmas Party 8th

Dec

Have a safe and enjoyable time over the festive season Cheryl, Manager and the Committee of Management.

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Canterbury Neighbourhood Centre171 Canterbury Rd, CanterburyContact us for a detailed program guide and further information between 9.30am–3.30pm, Mon, Tue, hur, and 9.30am–12.30pm Wed and Fri or visit our website.We welcome all your enquiries and interest.Phone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9830 4214 Email: [email protected], www.canterburynh.org.au

Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre Inc157 Union Rd, Surrey Hills

SHNC urgently needs volunteers:Work on reception, lead walking group, create lyers on computer and deliver the Surrey Hills Neighbourhood News Bulletin every two months.Physical Fitness–Will help you to maintain a high quality of life by focusing on core strength, lexibility, bone density and endurance. Suitable for under 60s.Upholstery–Learn to make new items or repair old ones. Also available are bed head and foot stool making classes. Suitable for beginners and advanced students.Call us for our latest programPhone 9890 2467 or fax 9890 8906Email: [email protected] www.surreyhillsnc.org.au

Waverley Community Learning Centre5 Fleet St, Mt Waverley

clAsses inclUDe:

Art, Creative Writing, CPR and First AidEnglish for migrants, Introduction to ComputersSpanish, French and German, Pottery - Adult and Children’sLiterature Studies, Digital Photography, Dressmaking, Crochet, Mosaics, Calligraphy, Gentle Exercise, Strength training, Pilates, Hatha Yoga. Groups - Walking, Cycling, Craft, Laughter, Community Singing and lots more.Oice Hours 9am–4pm, phone . . . . . . . . . .9807 6011Email: [email protected]

Community Centres & Activities

COULD MEALS ON WHEELS BE OF HELP

TO YOU OR ANYONE YOU KNOW?

Ashburton Support Services delivers

Meals On Wheels to the area of

Boroondara bounded by Warrigal Rd,

Gardiners Creek, Burke Rd,

Camberwell Rd and Toorak Rd—

each day Monday to Friday.

Hot fresh soup, a hot main course and

a dessert al-ways provides a delightful

repast. Frozen meals are provided for

weekends and holiday periods.

If such a service would make your life

easier and more enjoyable, please

telephone 9885 6443 to learn more.

Meals on Wheels

Ashburton Support Services

Ph: 9885 6443

296 High St

Ashburton, 3147

4�december–February 2010-11 Burwood Bulletin

Volunteer Alliance

oP shoP volUnteers Urgently neeDeD!

h e Golden Opportunity Shop (located next to Ashburton train station) raises money for programs and activities provided by Ashburton Support Services (who of er a range of support services to frail, aged people and people with a disability). Your involvement in the Opportunity Shop would help to promote sales while providing af ordable goods to the community.Your support for just a day a week will make a tremendous dif erence to the community and you’ll be surprised at how much you’ll enjoy yourself as well.

cAlling All MeAls on Wheels Drivers

Ashburton Support Services and the Marwal Centre (North Balwyn) are each seeking volunteers to help deliver meals on wheels. Meals on Wheels is a vital community service which helps elderly people maintain their independence and remain in their own homes by providing a nutritious meal, a friendly chat and a way to monitor their well-being. You can volunteer once a month, once a fortnight or once a week – you chose. Own car required.

cAn yoU Drive A BUs?

Marwal Centre and Alamein Neighbourhood and Learning Centre are each seeking a volunteer who can drive a minibus to transport clients for centre-based activities or trips. h e Marwal Centre bus does not require an endorsed licence to drive, while the Alamein Neighbourhood Centre one does.For more information on any of the above roles or to explore other ways you could help, please call Mira . . . .9885 3815or email: volunteeralliance@ashburtonsupportservices com

Volunteers–The Vital Link

volUnteering enhAnces yoUr life AnD it’s fUn

You meet new people, you’re doing an important job and you are making a dif erence. To i nd out more about volunteering, contact Monash Volunteer Resource Centre Inc.5 Myrtle St, Glen Waverley. Phone . . . . . . . . .9562 0414

Safety House Association of Victoria

BecoMe A sAfety hoUse volUnteer

Wattle Park, St Benedict’s Safety House CommitteeTo become a Safety House Volunteer you’ll need to have an adult at home (over 17) between the hours of 8am and 9am and 3pm and 4pm on most school days. You will also need a telephone.Every time a Safety House is used the police are called.All Safety House applications are vetted by the Victoria Police.If you would like further information please phone Senior Sergeant Alan Badrock, Committee Secretary . . .9888 8377

Melbourne City Mission

the coMMUnity frienD ProgrAM

Volunteers are needed to donate a couple of hours a week to spend with a person who has a disability and really needs a friend. If this interests you, call the program coordinators,Shane or Tracie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9488 1203

Eastern Volunteer Resource Centre

Drivers, Drivers AnD More Drivers neeDeD

We are a non-proi t agency that has several programs, one which includes a transport driving service for people who are no longer able to drive themselves but still live independently at home. Volunteer drivers are recruited and once all necessary forms and information is processed they are then able to drive for Eastern Volunteers. Volunteer drivers take people to various appointments such as doctor’s, social outings and even shopping. Each driver is reimbursed for petrol costs if they want to drive their own vehicle. However oi ce cars are also available for use. It could be half a day or a full day–any help is very much appreciated. Please call to discuss this opportunity and other options that may be available to you.You can phone Mary, Margaret or the transport team for more info on 9870 7822

Are you able to lend a hand?

ABle AUstrAliA services is seeking

volUnteers

Activities include: • Art, craft, cooking, gardening and music therapy programs. • Recreation programs, fun days and social outings into the community. • Assisting people with sensory impairments and other disabilities with daily chores, reading newspapers, exercising or accessing local shops or amenities. • Support in fundraising, administration and events.If you are willing and able to help support people with deafblindness and other combined disabilities, Able Australia of ers volunteer positions in many areas of creative and professional interest.Contact: Emely McCord . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1300 225 369or [email protected]

Seniors Register Volunteers

Assisting senior MeMBers of the coMMUnity to feel sAfe

Would you like to volunteer with the Seniors Register? h e Seniors Register has commenced in the Mount Waverley and Glen Waverley areas of the City of Monash.Further details can be obtained by phoningMonash Volunteer Resource Centre . . . . . . . .9562 0414

Alzheimer’s Australia

thinking of volUnteering?

Alzheimer’s Australia Vic. Hawthorn.Join our team of volunteers who provide telephone support and information about memory loss and dementia.Training provided. For further information phoneJudith Allen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9815 7847

Volunteering Opportunities

Wheels


• Festivals

folloW the stAr 2010 – “JoUrney to BethleheM”.

Burwood Uniting Church, Cnr Warrigal Rd and Hyslop St.

We are once again busy preparing to ‘Follow the Star’ for the 10th year. his annual community event features interactive displays telling some of the story of Jesus – the Christ in Christmas.

Many art forms are featured such as patchwork, embroidery, banner making, painting, computer and video presentations, paper crafts, design and creative writing, so all ages and abilities ind ways to join in and rediscover the story of Christmas.

We vary the emphasis and display each year.

his year we will be following in the footsteps of Mary and Joseph as they journey to Bethlehem and Jesus is born. Along the way we will be part of a census and see the shepherds on the hillside. We enjoy sharing this story with individuals and groups as they visit. We hope this year to provide information of interest to overseas students who may be unfamiliar with this story and Christmas celebrations in Australia.

A take home bag is available with activities to encourage families to think again about the message this baby brought to the world so many years ago.

Come as a group or individually to share an experience that will truly add to your Christmas preparations.

Wednesday December 1 to Sunday December 12.

Open: Mon – Fri, 12–5pm, Sat 10am–4pm, Sun 12-4pm.

Groups: Guided tours, extended hours and activities are available by appointment. hese may also be available on two days prior to the public exhibition dates set out above.

Again this year we also have some special times of guided relection and worship:

8pm Wednesday December 8: Taize Style Worship

7.30pm Sunday December 12: Candlelight Service Readings and Carols preceded by a Twilight Tea at 6.30pm (Bring a plate of food to share.)

Burwood Christmas Festival: 10am–12noon Saturday December 4. Musical Program, craft and other activities. Have your photo taken with Mary and the baby Jesus. Along Toorak Road – Cake stall and sausage sizzle

Contact: Felicity Fallon 0449 751402 or [email protected]

Treasures @ Trinityhird Saturday of the month 10am–1pm.Holy Trinity Anglican Church,177 Union Rd (Cnr Montrose St), Surrey HillsAn indoor monthly boutique craft market and sausage sizzle. Handmade (or home grown) items: home accessories, embroidered and smocked craft, jewellery, baby goods, cards, cakes and Butterield Farm produce, wine, and a large range of plants and lots more. Also Treasure’s Tearoom serving espresso cofee and Devonshire tea and featuring Ivor on piano.Friendly atmosphere. Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . 9808 0323.

Hawthorn Craft MarketFirst Sunday of the month 10am–3pm.Hawthorn Town Hall, 360 Burwood Rd (parking at rear)Enjoy the ambience of the beautiful Hawthorn Town Hall and browse among 100 stalls of hand crafted original goods. he Hawthorn Craft Market ofers a unique selection of original handcrafted wares including quality jewellery, designer clothes, children’s and baby wear, toys, fresh produce and much more! Entry is free. Spoil yourself at Melbourne’s best makers’ market.

Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre

Community MarketSecond Saturday of the month (except Jan) 9am–1pm157 Union Rd, Surrey Hills & 1 Bedford AveCraft stalls, fresh vegetables, plants, books, gifts, cards, babywear, car boot sales. Devonshire teas, light lunch, tea, cofee. Stalls available. Why not catch up with your friends and enjoy morning tea in the friendly atmosphere of our monthly market? For further details phone . . . . . . . . . .9890 2467

• Farmers’ Markets

Boroondara Farmers’ Markethird Saturday of the month 8am–1pmPatterson Reserve, Auburn Rd, HawthornTaste and purchase fresh pasta, organic fruit and vegetables, gourmet spreads, antipasto, new season olive oil, gourmet jams, sourdough breads, pate, cheese, organic meat, chocolate coated and plain licorice and more. he produce comes fresh from all over Victoria and is sold from 60 stalls.Entry is a $2 donation from adults, which funds local community projects. Phone Elisa Grassa . . . . . .9278 4814

Whitehorse Farmers’ Market Second Sunday of the month 8am–1pmWhitehorse Civic Centre, 379 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading. Fresh produce from farms straight to you. Proceeds from the market are used by the Rotary clubs for community projects in the City of Whitehorse. Phone . . . . . . . . . . .9539 2443

Ashwood Farmers’ Markethird Sunday of every monthAshwood College, Vannam Dve, Ashwood$2, children free. Animal farm, jumping castle & live music throughout the day. Fresh vegetable, cheese, meat, deli foods, plants and much more.

Markets, Fetes & Festivals

Nativity scene, Follow the Star

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Benlion Op-Shop192 Elgar Rd, Surrey Hills. All funds go to the community.Enquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9808 9559

Amaroo Op-ShopAmaroo Neighbourhood Centre, 34 Amaroo St, ChadstoneFor information contact, Joan Garde . . . . . . . .9807 0570

Golden Opportunity ShopHave you discovered the Golden Opportunity Shop yet? It’s just by Ashburton Station.You can shop to your heart’s content knowing that all you spend will go directly to the Ashburton Support Services.hese services include Meals on Wheels, and many social events. So come on, Shop at the Op!

Friends of Samethe sAMe coffee ProJect (eAst tiMor)

Friends of Same (pronounced sah-may) is a community based group which funds vital development work in East Timor. We sell delicious Timorese blended cofee, which is the main fundraising source for our development projects.Friends of Same cofee is available at a number of outlets in Boroondara – a full list of retailers can be found on our website www.friendsofsame.org. he cofee is also available at Council customer service outlets in Camberwell, Hawthorn and Kew.Friends of Same are based at Hawthorn Community House (32 Henry St Hawthorn) and welcome new members, volunteers and mailing list subscribers. Donations over $2 are tax deductable. For more information . . . . . . .9819 2629www.friendsofsame.org or email [email protected]

The House Of Books508 Whitehorse Rd, Mitcham(Next door to St John’s School & Church)he House is a not-for-proit organisation stafed by volunteers with all books being donated. Funds raised are returned to various local community services including St Vincent de Paul and families with special needs. Average prices $1–2. Open Mon–Fri 10am–4pm, Saturday 10am–1pmEnquiries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9874 2389

The Salvation Army Thrift Shop401-403 High St, Ashburton. Melways 60, G10.

It has been a really great year for the hrift Shop, with lots of bargains, special sales and many happy customers. Now Christmas is rapidly approaching, so we will have plenty of excellent gift ideas for all the family, and all at reasonable prices. Browsing in the Shop is always fun, and inding that ‘special treasure’ you’ve been looking everywhere for is something we see every week. And you will always receive a warm welcome, whether you’re a regular or have found us for the irst time.

We will also be continuing great sales at the shop in the New Year, so check out our Facebook page, he hrift Shop Ashburton, become a friend and get the latest sale details. Look out for our monster 50% of sale early in 2011! Keep up with our latest promotions by dropping in to see us every week and picking up a lyer.

If you would like an email about sales and promotions, please leave your email address with us or email Helen at [email protected]

We always need more volunteers. If you have a spare hour or two, especially on Saturday morning between 9am and 1pm, let us know. here’s a wide variety of jobs to suit everyone’s interests and abilities. Volunteers are the lifeblood of the Shop: without them and the generous donations that we get each day, the Shop’s work in serving the local community simply could not continue. If you’d like to talk over volunteering options, give us a call on 9885 4965.

Donations during business hours ( 8.30am–4.30pm) of books, toys, clothing, bric a brac, electrical goods in working condition are most welcome.

To try to help our customers, we are looking at reducing the pricing of our clothing. We have kept our prices as per the Baptcare price list, but we are in the process of reviewing them.

Make a point of calling in before Christmas: you certainly won’t be disappointed in what you will ind in the hrift Shop.

We look forward to seeing you again.

Helen, Chris and all our great volunteers

Community Shopping

Over 50?

BreastScreen Victoria.

It’s important. It’s free.

And it’s close to you.

Convenient appointment times now available.

Call today for your free breast x-ray

13 20 50hmaBlaze 076849


• Theatre

The Camberwell Film Society

Camberwell Community Centre, 33 Fairholm Grove, Camberwell. Melway 59 J1. (he street behind Target)

invitAtion to neW MeMBers

Joining a ilm society is often the irst step towards a deeper understanding and appreciation of the complex art of the cinema. he Camberwell Film Society Inc. meets on the third Wednesday of each month from February to November (second Wednesday in December). Screening starts at 7.30pm.All enquiries to the Secretary, Bill Kerr, PO Box 142, Parkville, 3052 or phone 9347 6969.Enquiries are always welcome.

• Music

Concerts at the Junction

Camberwell Uniting Church, 314 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell(between Camberwell Junction and the Civic Centre)We are a non-proit organisation, dedicated to presenting an exciting array of classical music performed by national and international artists of the highest calibre.For more information.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 9889 2363 or 9882 4560Email [email protected]: www.home.vicnet.net.au/~music/

Arts & Entertainment


The Animal Liberation

OP-SHOP

Ph: (BH) 9889 9435 (AH) 9874 1418

Shop Hours Open

Mon - Sat 11am - 5pm

We Sell Quality New & Recycled

Clothing, Books, Jewellery,

CDs, DVDs, Bric-A-Brac Etc.

Nothing OVER $20

SHOP, SAVE MONEY, DONATE,

HELP ANIMALS , RECYCLE

All proceeds support the work of Animal Liberation Victoria

Animal Liberation Victoria is an

abolitionist animal rights organisation

dedicated to helping all animals.

1355 Toorak Road, Camberwell(opposite Cash Converters)

Burwood Villagewarrigal rd

melton ave

Tram route 75

stops 56, 57

& 58

fairview ave

myrniong st

too

rak rd

Where Toorak Road begins.

When you and your friends visit Burwood Village, Toorak Road, this Christmas,

we hope you will be pleasantly surprised. Make a morning or afternoon of it, there

is plenty of parking behind each side of Toorak Road. Come and visit our great

gift shops, our food traders for that secret ingredient & of course enjoy a coffee or

a wine, at one of the many wonderful cafes and restaurants in the Village.

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