Burwood bulletin issue #131

3December 2013 - February 2014 BURWOOD BULLETIN

sUMMER 2013-2014

Features4-5 The Forest: Ashburton's pretty past

6 Plots for passionate gardeners

7 Tregua's concert truce

8 susan's BB win

9 Burwood's post: It's all in the delivery

11 Ashburton shops: the 50s remembered

12–13 scouts through the ages

19 Frightening friendly "Boowood"

21 Follow Through To Wattle Park

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From the Editor

Everyone at BB is excited by our second full colour issue, especially after our success at the CNAV awards this year where Susan Webster took out the award for Best Historical Story, and our new DTP received a commendation for the first issue he designed! Check out the story on page 8.We think we have managed a good selection of stories, ranging from our cover story, Ashburton as it was in the '50s, our Scouting feature and Rosemary's coverage of a local jazz concert.We all join to wish you, our readers, a Merry Christmas and an excellent start to 2014.

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EARLY last century many school and church groups held their annual picnics in Ashburton Forest. Covering a

large area from High Street south to Gardiners Creek, it was said to be very picturesque.

Back then such events received media coverage in Melbourne’s Argus newspaper and on New Year’s Day 1902, a Yarraville Sunday school visited: “About 400 adults and children were conveyed by special train, which left Yarraville at 8.45 a.m. for the place selected for the picnic which is situated on the outer circle railway and proved to be an ideal picnic ground, being well sheltered and surrounded by very pretty

Outer circle rail line through the forest circa 1940


scenery, and aforded a pleasant change after visiting Werribee for so many years. Swings, games, races, etc., were provided for the children and on arrival at the Park they at once settled down to thoroughly enjoy themselves ….

Shortly after 2 o’clock rain began to descend and a rush was made for the tent, which was handily spacious enough for such a large company. As many as possible were accommodated and spent the mainder [sic] of the day in singing, reciting, etc. he evening meal was served to the children in the tent under great diiculties, after which a start was made for home, which was reached by 9 a.m. [sic – hopefully!].” 1

In November 1909, Sunday school students from Footscray made the journey. “On King’s Birthday the teachers and scholars of St. John’s Sunday School journeyed by rail to Ashburton for their annual picnic, arriving at the rendezvous at 10 a.m. he picnic ground lies handy to the station and it was not too long before the children found the swings, whilst others ran in races for prizes of a good quality. … After lunch the children wandered to the creeks and gullies in search of fern, coming back in time to partake of the appetising tea, after which the happy and contented picnickers could be seen wending their way to catch the train which left at 7.15 and arrived at Footscray at 9 p.m. …” 2

he above extracts suggest that ‘forest’ was a misnomer as I discovered that in earlier days the terrain was very diferent – probably as a result of people being allowed to wander “the creeks and gullies in search of fern”. A group of nature lovers in 1924 trekked the area. An article, mainly about native orchid species found, highlighted the diference between the ‘very pretty scenery’ described at the 1902 picnic and the later sparse vegetation.

“Striking out north east from the Dandenong road at East Malvern, a two miles’ walk brought us to the Ashburton Forest, on the south of High street. his forest fragment, despite innumerable obstacles, contrives to grow quite a wealth of orchid spp. It must have been a rich hunting ground when the “forest” really deserved the name. Only a part still is entitled to be called open forest, and its trees have nothing of grandeur about them. … For how many years the trees that survive have sufered lopping and unscientiic mutilations it were [sic] hard

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to say. … Many that were reduced to mere stumps have sent out their shoots bravely, only to have them wrenched of for the beautifying of suburban homes.…

he greenhoods found on this little walk were four at Ashburton – the Nodding, Trim, Blunt and Maroon Hood, the ifth was secured at Mount Waverley.” 3

Despite houses being built in areas like Camberwell between the world wars, Ashburton remained a hilly green expanse of dairy farms and orchards.

A letter to the editor of he Argus from a St Kilda resident in July 1925, headed ‘Land at Ashburton’, voiced his

sentiments about the impending loss of the forest.“Sir, - Many people who are familiar with the

picnic grounds at Ashburton will learn with regret that the land is now being denuded of its timber and subdivided into building allotments. his particular park, although privately owned, has always been well patronised by picnic parties during week-ends and holidays, and it was generally hoped that it would eventually become a permanent park. Several months

ago the Malvern City Council made a move towards purchasing this land, but owing to the high price demanded no sale was made. his park still retains its original growth of vegetation, and therefore would have become one of the most popular reserves around Melbourne on the extension of the High street tram to Ashburton. If it is not too late further eforts should be made to preserve land for the beneit of future generations. – Yours, &c., St. Kilda, July 13. TREE LOVER.” 4

Friends of Ashburton Forest hold regular working bees around Gardiners Creek in what remains of the ‘forest’ and photographs of their eforts can be seen at http://friendsofashforest.webs.com hey are currently working on weeding and revegetating the reserve at 88 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton.

-RAINE BIANCALT

References:1 ‘Picnics’. he Argus, Saturday, 7 January 19052 ‘Sunday School Picnic’. he Argus, Saturday, 27 November 19093 ‘Now Burgeons Every Maze of Quick’. he Argus, 30 August 19244 ‘Land at Ashburton’. Tuesday, 14 July 1925

Sublime to Suburban


THE Sinott Street community garden in Burwood is one of the two gardens that belong to Box Hill Community Gardens Inc. It is nestled in a very

beautiful setting on Sinott St, near a wooden bridge that spans Gardiners Creek. It was opened on 10 April 1994, as part of the council’s development of the Gardiners Creek Reserve.

he community gardens were established with a view to providing the residents with a wonderful opportunity to pursue their gardening skills and activities by renting out plots. As a plot holder, you get to grow fruits, lowers and vegetables. Besides, you also get to meet and interact with others having similar interest in gardening, thereby enabling you to socialise with diferent community groups and make new friendships. he garden is also involved with various displays and festivals, such as the Whitehorse Spring Festival. Across the road is the iconic Burwood Skyline Drive-in Park, with a play area for children.

Just at the entrance to the garden is the Early Settler’s Cottage, or the Settler’s Shelter, which was constructed as a model to demonstrate the housing and building techniques used in some of the irst houses of the early European

settlement in Box Hill. Interestingly, the walls of this structure, some ruined and some remaining were made of wattle and daub. he garden also has a shed, which has been recently painted to cover the graiti on it. he members use the shed to house their gardening tools and equipment. Eforts were made by the council to create some wetlands near the community gardens in the Gardiners Creek Reserve, but this was unsuccessful.

he Sinott garden itself comprises sixteen plots, which can be rented by the residents of the City of Whitehorse and surrounding areas. To rent a plot, you simply ill an application form and pay the joining fee of 10 dollars. he annual fee for a plot is 25 dollars, which gives you access to the gardening tools and also to a storage shelf. he community gardens are managed by a committee of eight members, elected at the Annual General Meeting, which is held sometime after July each year.

If you have a passion for gardening and would like to apply for a plot, please call the secretary of Box Hill Community Gardens Inc., Mr John Tyson, on 9808 6462 or email [email protected] for an application form.

-LAVANYA KENNETH

LEFT: Sinot Gardens 13 December 2006ABOVE: The plants in a plot

BELOW: Heavy imber bridge near Sinot Gardens

Gardening’s the plot


POSTWAR Italian immigrants brought with them colours, sights, sounds and tastes, many of which have been permanently etched into Australian

society. Paying homage to their Italian ancestry and culture, almost 10 years ago, Gianni Marinucci and Ronny Ferella formed Tregua, a Melbourne-based band that continues to maintain the musical traditions of their forefathers. With band members Nicolino Di Sipio, Dan Gordan and Kavisha Mazzella, Tregua captivates their audience with sounds of long ago by playing and singing a mixture of Italian folk music and original compositions.

he tangible passion and raw, ethereal beauty of Tregua’s music is a cultural experience that audiences will not easily forget. From the haunting sound of Gianni’s lone trumpet to the contagious vibrancy of Kavisha’s singing, Italy’s rich Arabic, Spanish and German inluences are evident in the tunes, lyrics and dialects heard.

Tregua’s music is a celebration of history, nostalgia, family and romance. Just like a skilled raconteur, these musicians are gifted in the art of bringing past events to life through their music. Each piece has an accompanying story that is told with much enthusiasm – and often with humour. And

Tregua’s Tarantella Truceit is often the rare sound of a mandolin or an accordion that will evoke emotion and energy from within. I found that the band’s open and honest interaction with audience members, and the sharing of anecdotal stories, creates a very special and rich experience for each person. he performance is intimate and joyful.

he word “tregua” means a respite, a truce, and was often used in pagan times when peasants working in the ields would down their tools and have a break from the monotony of their daily task. It would be seen as a time for a feast, a celebration. A itting name for the band, as the vision of whole audiences persuaded to get up and dance the quick-stepped tarantella is a common sight.

Just like Italian cooking, Tregua dishes out music and song that is pure, earthy and simple and delivered with much love, respect and fervour. Inspired by their cultural history and driven by a love of their art, Tregua is a unique and exciting ixture of Melbourne’s music scene, and a band that will not disappoint the senses.

ROSEMARY FENEZIANI went along to see Tregua in performance, presented by he Boîte at Box Hill Community Arts Centre and supported by the City of Whitehorse and Arts Victoria.

TOP: Kavisha Mazella

ABOVE: The band creates a joyful experience

(Thanks to Roger King, who took the photographs)


A SHBURTON’S Civic heatre” (issue 127, Summer 2012–13) won the Best History Story category in the this year’s Community Newspapers Association of

Victoria annual awards. Of the entry, written by Ashburton local Susan Webster (known to many as Sue Cover), the judge said: “I really liked this article – it was well written and had some great photographs. It told us about the building but, more importantly, the role the building played in the lives of the Ashburton community. I also loved the interviews with the staf that used to work at the heatre – that gave another aspect to the history. It read well, was interesting, and had a great feel about it.”

It was also stated by CNAV that Burwood Bulletin was “a bright and readable publication with balanced use of colour; this publication holds your interest”.

Congratulations too to Cheryl Grant, who did the design and layout for Susan’s article. he Bulletin was also a inalist for Best Design and Layout, an amazing achievement for our new desktop publisher, Leo Fernandez.

Susan, who has lived in Ashburton since 1947, is often heard to express her love and passion for the Burwood Bulletin, and older readers may remember articles written by both her father and uncle.

So, Ashburton locals, when you see our hard-working volunteer in the streets distributing copies of the Burwood Bulletin, say: “Well done, Susan. You deserve the win!”

-RAINE BIANCALT

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LOOK out for that man carrying a huge sack this festive season – it’s probably your postman.

Glen Iris postie, Ross, is looking forward to bringing festive cheer to those on his rounds, but asks for patience if he’s a little later than usual delivering the huge amounts of mail generated around Christmas and the New Year.

Ross explains that his work day starts at 6.30am at the Burwood Mail Distribution Centre in Huntingdale Rd where he – like other posties – sorts out the mail for his round. Overnight, other Australia Post workers have collated correspondence into postal rounds.

“We get either sequenced (lowing in odd and even numbers) or unsequenced,” Ross said. “If it’s unsequenced, I’ve got to sort it out.”

his sorting can take anywhere from two-and-a-half to three hours each day. here is generally more mail on Mondays and Tuesdays, so sorting can take up to four hours.

“We could leave the distribution centre any time between 9am and 11.30am,” Ross said. “[he amount of mail] usually gets less and less, so that, come Friday, it’s generally not as heavy.”

his explains why your mail may come at diferent times on diferent days. And things really pick up around Christmas time for our posties.

“Christmas last year we were very busy,” said Ross, who has been a postman for just over a year. “Most days I was inishing around 4.30 to 5pm. Usually, I inish around 3.30 to 4pm.”

Ross’s Glen Iris route starts at Warrigal Rd. He follows it down to Trent St, covering 15–20km each day.

“My area is a bit older, so people are at home a little bit more,” Ross said. “It’s nice, because they stop you to have a quick chat. hey often ask me about the bike.”

Ross has an electric motor on his bike, but he doesn’t use it too often as the battery cannot be relied on to last the full round.

“here are not too many hills on my route. here are worse routes. I probably know three or four rounds that I jump into if I’m needed.

“I had a map at the start, but got rid of it pretty quick. It becomes remote control after a little bit. Although some of the writing on the envelopes you have to decipher a little bit.”

Ross said he always kept an eye out for cars backing out of driveways, and on hot days appreciated residents letting him ill up his bottle with water.

“Previous to this I was in inance, so it was a complete change of lifestyle,” said Ross, a Glen Waverley resident. “I love getting out into the fresh air and riding the push-bike, so it just seemed a natural it.”

Ross cycles on weekends, sometimes with his two children, but mostly with mates. He said being a postman was suited to someone who likes the outdoors – rain, hail or shine – and a bit of freedom.

“You’ve got to like your own self because there’s not a lot of contact out there. I come in and have a little giggle to myself every day.”

-NATALIE FILMER

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DURING recent times, a number of businesses have left us for pastures new. Our pet shop has gone after an eon of service. he Garden Platform left earlier,

which leaves one lone operator in this block. Milk Cloud has changed hands. he new owners seem

to be very helpful, and I wish them well.Ashburton Meats has renovated its shop. It has been

thoroughly refreshed and the owners have managed to gain some extra space, which they have illed with more display. It looks very good, and I suspect it is much easier to work in.

he new ish shop is nearing the completion of the transformation of a former fruit shop. A brand new loor was needed; however, it appears the end is nigh and soon we will have the great unveiling. Both fresh and cooked ish will be on sale, and your scribe is hanging out for that auspicious day when fresh oysters will be available in the main shopping strip.

Yet another year has nearly passed, and Christmas and the New Year are approaching rapidly. Your scribe wishes everyone a happy and safe holiday period.


AS I stroll along High Street now, I am reminded of how Ashburton shopping centre has changed since the 1950s, when I was a child. In 1951 the

Post Oice had moved to purpose-built premises on the corner of Welfare Parade, where the Opportunity Shop is now. It was very impressive at the time, with its double front doors with brass handles; doubling then as an agency for the Commonwealth Bank until this established itself up the other end of High Street, between Marquis and Duke Streets, in 1958.

hen there were the grocery stores: Moran & Cato, which opened in 1939, Crooks in 1941, Hodges in 1942, Dickins in 1956 and Crofts in 1957. I remember Lou’s Self Service opening in 1955. What a modern concept they ofered – being able to take items from the shelves yourself, something we take for granted today. Lou’s was joined later by National Self Service, in 1965. By 1964 High Street ofered customers the choice of nine grocery shops. Biscuits weren’t pre-wrapped like they are today, but were kept in tins and sold by weight. One could even buy biscuits that were broken in the process of being scooped out of the tins. Cheese was cut to order on a marble block with a strand of wire used especially for the purpose. he smell inside these grocery stores, I remember, was intoxicating.

G. J. Coles came to High Street, near Duke Street, in 1955. It was so exciting being able to buy such a wide variety of goods in one store. I was warned of a life of crime when the store opened: the temptation was too great and I stole a pencil sharpener. he guilt was also too great, because I couldn’t get home fast enough to tell my mother what I had done. My mother promptly escorted me back to the store where I had to own up to what I had done and return the sharpener. here ended my life of crime!

Pedro’s ish and chip shop near Carool Road, which is still there, was a favourite stopping-of point on the way

home from school.

We would walk home from school to save our bus fare so we could spend it at the chip shop. A few pennies went a long way in those days.

Ashburton Sports Depot opened in 1956. It wasn’t considered appropriate to buy footballs for girls, but I was a real tomboy and I loved playing footy in the street or up at the Recreation Oval in Vears Road, which we called “the rec”. here was nothing else for it. I had to buy my own football, so I saved up my pennies and made my purchase at Ashburton Sports Depot. I was so proud of that football.

Ashburton had many confectionery shops/milk bars in the 1950s and 1960s; in 1960 and 1961 there were seven. (Is it any wonder that High Street supported three dentists during these few years?) My favourite was Smedley’s, which later became West’s. It was always busy. We must have driven the shopkeeper mad while we were trying to decide which lollies we wanted to buy. A penny’s worth of black cats and bubble gum, or perhaps four licorice blocks! A large part of the trade involved selling Herbert Adams cakes and pasties. I clearly remember the large slabs of cowslip, rainbow cake and caraway cake being carted in the front door by a delivery man. Another favourite confectioner was Mermaid Milk Bar, which opened in the early 1950s next to the train line on the northern side of High Street. It took on a new light, however, in 1961, when it changed its name to Dairy Queen Milk Bar and began to sell the latest type of ice-cream, soft serve. his was a irst for Ashburton, and to celebrate the occasion all cones were free between certain hours on the irst day. Needless to say, the queue to get into the shop extended along High Street across the bridge. here was talk among the children waiting that perhaps if they disguised their appearance by swapping jumpers they might be able to get seconds. I wouldn’t have any of this though, because I had a crush on the young, good-looking shopkeeper. Goody two shoes!!! I would make my pocket money stretch out so I could keep going back into his shop by spending a ha’penny at a time.

-ELIZABETH DRAKE

Ashburton – Through a glass darkly


organisation plus, which set a pattern for my life. As it happened, there was a birthday party for one of the boys early on, which made me think that this was what scouting was all about – partying!

As a patrol leader I took my position seriously. I started a troop magazine Smokedrift with some success. Lowan was the editor.

It was important to have our uniforms spick-and-span, as we

were invited to take part in events such as military parades. Once, in Albury, I had to borrow a pair of shorts. he only pair available were black, not khaki, so I was the only one in

THE SCOUT LAWA Scout is trustworthy

A Scout is loyal

A Scout is helpful

A Scout is friendly

A Scout is cheerful

A Scout is considerate

A Scout is thrifty

A Scout is courageous

A Scout is respectful

A Scout cares for the environment

LORD Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouts, got the formula right – the fundamentals of Scouting haven’t changed signiicantly since 1907, though

perhaps troops have it a bit easier nowadays owing to the vast array of modern equipment: dome tents, lightweight poles, polar leece, LED lighting, and back packs with ergonomic internal frames. Luxury!

Just as in the early days, Scouts still focus on learning First Aid, camp-craft skills and emergency measures as well as service to the community, and that’s just to name a few. However, in keeping with the times, badge work now incorporates technology, embracing GPS and the introduction of the Information Technology Badge.

On camps though, mobile phones and iPads aren’t welcome. Scouts enjoy mastering camp-craft skills, maybe as these skills are quite a novelty for some nowadays. Downtime on camp is spent playing cards, telling jokes and ghost stories around the ire and, of course, toasting marshmallows. One of our breakfast favourites is “Omelettes in a Bag” – whisked egg and a choice of cheese, bacon and tomato sealed in a sandwich bag and cooked in boiling water. Of course, the beauty of this is that everyone can tailor the omelette to

Scouing Today: From Abseiling to Community Service

SCOUTING has made me a better citizen. I can still recite the Scout Law at 86

years of age.At 12, I joined the 12th

Caulield Scout group and I received my membership card, which is recognised worldwide. I also received a Hackney song book – still in my possession.

A troop was limited to around 40 boys who were divided into groups of 10. Each

group had an Australian bird or animal for its name. My group was called the Whipbirds.

We met each Friday night and Saturday afternoon. he Scout Master, who controlled all the groups with the assistance of three or four Rovers (older boys), was called Lowan – an Australian mallee fowl. He believed in

A Whipbird RecallsOctogenarian KEITH SMITH fondly remembers his

scouting years.

Scouts cooling of at Lillydale Lake annual Rat Race

personal taste; just don’t forget the permanent marker to label the bag.

Our Scouts enjoy camping around the state, particularly at our Whitehorse District site at Wonga Park and the state camping site at Gilwell Park, in Gembrook. Many of the camp sites ofer activities such as obstacle courses, high ropes and initiative courses. A South African family recently commented to me how lucky Scouts in Victoria are to have their pick of a number of Scout camp sites. In South Africa, camps are held on the local school ield.

Scouts are fortunate to have dedicated activity teams well versed in their specialities, enabling them to participate in activities such as caving, water-skiing, sailing, abseiling, rock climbing, scuba diving, canoeing and 4-wheel driving, just to name a few – and all for a very reasonable price. For some,

Keith Smith scout

Lads from 12th Caulield Scout group, including Keith Smith at

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Scouts participate actively in the community, forming partnerships with local government and community groups, in particular with conservation groups. Our group participates in the Wattle Park ANZAC Day service, and our Venturer unit recently repainted the graitied trams at Wattle Park. We can also be found at Burwood McDonalds on McHappy Day, helping to collect donations for Ronald McDonald House.

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-CARRIE SIMMONS

the troupe in black! I was in big trouble.

On the Saturdays we used the services of Mr Oakleigh who had a furniture van. He would take us in it to various venues like Bonbeach or the Ashburton Forest for our “parades”. We trained in such things as irst aid, ire making and pathinding.

he troop had a permanent camp site at Whittlesea. It had previously been an old sawmill, used predominately for making packing cases from the local trees.

On my irst camp I really missed home. Luckily, no one caught me shedding a few tears behind a wood stack.

At camps we did our own cooking. For example, Adam and Eve (poached eggs on toast) or Zepps on the Cloud (sausages on mashed potato). We received a daily menu and instructions on how to cook. If you burnt it, you still had to eat it. We dug holes for our hips and covered them with ground sheets for sleeping in tents.

Great days!

Feeding the troops at a beach camp

Keith Smith now


THE Melbourne Tramways Band has been

synonymous with Melbourne’s tramway network since the introduction of the cable trams in the late 1880s.

Formed in 1888 and originally known as the “Melbourne Tramways Employees Band”, the bandsmen were all serving employees and were paid for their performances.

In 1919 individual tramway trusts amalgamated to form the Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Board, and it wasn’t until the 1930s that a tramways band called the Melbourne & Metropolitan Tramways Band was re-established. Its monthly recitals at Wattle Park commenced in November 1940 and have continued to this day.

Although the band’s name was changed to the

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Upcoming Wattle Park Concert Dates

Sunday, 15 December 2013 "Christmas Swingalong"

Sunday, 16 February 2014 "Brass On Parade"Concerts commence 2.30pm weather permitting

If a concert is to be cancelled, Parks Victoria will advise by midday.

Check with them on 13 19 63

Melbourne Transit Band in 1986, in March 2001 the band gained approval to return to the name by which it is best recognised by the public – the Melbourne Tramways Band.

Although the band retains its strong links with Melbourne’s public transport services, it has long been community

based, recruiting additional musicians who give freely of their time.


Banking on our

THIS year one of our local community banking

companies, Canterbury Surrey Hills Community

Finance Ltd (CASH for short), celebrated the

ten years of its irst two Community Bank® branches in

Canterbury and Surrey Hills. It now also has two other

branches, in Ashburton and Balwyn.

he way it works is that ordinary people get together,

form a company, organise support for a Community Bank®,

raise funds and open the branch. Once it is in proit, it

funds local organisations and projects, as well as making

returns to local shareholders.

Asked how CASH got the branches up and running,

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received pledges of $500 or more from hundreds of locals

and sent out more than 10,000 feasibility-study forms to

residents and businesses . And this was done four times for

four branches! Share capital of over $1 million was raised.

What is the greatest beneit of all this? According to

Dick, it is “the $2.3 million in sponsorships provided to

more than 230 local not-for-proit organisations, from

kindergartens to schools, to senior citizens clubs, to

sporting clubs and to organisations looking after people

with disability”.

Sue Reddich of the Boroondara Netball Association

backs this up, saying that “Bendigo Community Bank has

always been a strong supporter of the Boroondara Netball

Association”.

Sue further explained that the bank sponsorship helped

with junior development, as well as supporting their

elite team, Boroondara Genesis: “We are a not-for-proit

organisation, managed almost entirely by volunteers,

so sponsorship assists us to keep costs for participants

to a minimum, to maintain our facility and to provide

equipment and human resources to run a variety of

excellent netball programs for our clubs”.

he Burwood Bulletin asked the Community Bank®

Board Chair, Juliann Byron, about the focus on supporting

youth this year.

“As Chairman, I decided to focus on youth this year

since we as a company have just recommitted to the

Youth Foundation and are looking towards expanding its

reach across Boroondara, to cover the area where we have

branches. We are also looking to other organisations and

business to help support the foundation so that it can

become sustainable over the coming years.”

he Boroondara Youth Foundation, with its youth panel,

is selecting youth projects that it will support and is looking

to build support from Boroondara businesses.

Juliann also mentioned that the company is starting

a Junior Observer Program that allows young people to

understand how a public company operates and to develop

their leadership skills.

he Canterbury, Ashburton, Surrey Hills and Balwyn

Community Bank® branches look forward to the next ten

years of serving the community, and their message is: “Bank

with the Community Bank® and your banking can help

your community in millions of ways!”

-ALEXANDRA EPSTEIN

community


HAVE you ever wished you could have lowers in your home all year round? Instead of buying a bunch of lowers every week, why not grow one or

two African violets?African violets were discovered growing in Tanzania

last century and have been hybridised to produce an ever-increasing number of varieties. he lower colours are clear, and often contrast with the foliage. Some have splashes and streaks of diferent colours or are edged with a contrasting hue. hey are easier to grow than most people think if a few simple rules are followed. Basically, they enjoy conditions in the home that people prefer.

Watering plants by a “wick watering” system means containers need to be illed only when empty - about every few weeks. Plants will grow and lower in a well lit place such as on a windowsill.

To learn about growing African violets and related plants, come along to our show where growing methods will be demonstrated. You will ind a beautiful display of lowering African violets and other gesneriads (plants of the same family). Plants will be for sale, as will growing supplies.

he annual show is held the third weekend in November and is the largest African violet show in Victoria. his year the dates are 1–4pm Saturday, 16 November, and 10am–4pm Sunday, 17 November.

he venue is the Mt Waverley Community Centre, cnr Stephensons Rd and Miller Cr, Mt Waverley.

If you wish to learn more, contact the Early Morn African Violet Group (Phone Annette Kennedy 5678 8814)

-SUE GARDNER

No Shrinking Violets Here


EARLY one morning, about a week before Christmas,

a small crowd gathered at Happy Village shops. As

they approached the shops to do their Christmas

shopping, they were shocked to see that the doors were

locked shut and the lights were switched off. A sign could

also be seen pinned to each door. It read:

Dear Valued Customer,

For the remainder of the Christmas holidays, our staff will

be on leave. Unfortunately, because of this all the shops in

the village will be closed. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Yours truly, The Shopkeepers

“What does this mean?” a man cried out. A young girl

replied: “We can’t buy presents, so I guess that Christmas

must be cancelled! What’s the point of Christmas if you

can’t give or receive presents?”

“Christmas can’t be cancelled – that’s ridiculous!” a

pretty woman exclaimed.

“Well, what else are we supposed to do? Why don’t

we just forget about it this year? Let’s pretend it never

happened!” another man said.

So the sad and disappointed shoppers walked home

in low spirits. They took down their Christmas trees and

decorations. They completely forgot about Christmas!

The once happy little village (which was the reason why it

was called Happy Village) became a lonely and miserable

place.

A week later, on Christmas Eve, a boy called Thomas

and his family arrived in the village back from a family

holiday. They were very confused when a woman

explained to them everything that had happened.

“What? That’s silly! Christmas isn’t about the presents.

It’s about spending time with your family and friends

and giving them the gift of Christmas cheer,” Thomas

explained.

On Christmas Day, Thomas’s family invited the whole

of Happy Village over to their house for Christmas lunch.

They all sang and chatted away until they had lost their

voices, and they ate until their tummies were full. Even the

shopkeepers came, and after having so much fun with all

their friends they decided that it had been silly to close

their shops during Christmas. The people of Happy Village

realised that they all were giving each other the gift of

Christmas cheer and that presents wrapped in paper were

not important.

The Christmas that nearly didn’t happen was the best

Christmas they had celebrated yet.

-BROOKE

People who volunteer give their valuable time,

energy and expertise to help non-profit organisations

provide vital community services.

People choose to volunteer for many reasons: to

meet people, have fun, try something new, gain

experience, practise English or become more

involved in the local community.

The Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre offers a

range of services for volunteers and managers of

volunteers.

Whether you give a few hours a week, a fortnight or

a month - you can make a difference.

Phone 9278 4550

Email [email protected]

Web www.bvrc.org.au

What better way to spend the day?

Volunteer!


Paul, Gus, Dave, Dylan, Sam, Ben, Dec & Graham We open 7 days a week:

Mon - Thurs: 10am - 9pm

Friday - Sat: 10am - 10pm

Sun: 10am - 9pm


WHAT’S NEW IN

BURWOOD Village welcomes family business Gatsby’s Chicken to the neighbourhood. Brothers Cameron and Blake Frederick unite with parents

Quinton and Melanie to follow their grandfather’s success in Cape Town by opening their irst store in Burwood Village. he interior is inspired by the original Gatsby shops in Cape Town, and its lagship product is the Gatsby Roll – what a creation! Choose a roll, add deliciously barbecued chicken, combine with a salad and inish with a sauce of choice (there are four to choose from). All ingredients are fresh, so stop by for a quick snack or try the family packs for a hassle-free dinner.

We are spreading the Christmas cheer with new decorations inspired by the bright and cheerful Christmas lower, the poinsettia. With its red and green foliage, our tinsel trees will hug the parking poles throughout Burwood Village. Be sure to keep an ear out, as they are itted with two sets of bells that create a subtle jingle as they sway lightly in the wind.

Zinc and the Folly Shop have always ofered a range of

gifts that are made lovingly and carefully by hand; aside from these, we invite you to call into many of our other favourite gift stores. For more than 14 years, Diamond Mark Fine Jewellery has proven to give incredible service to many loyal customers. Owner Chris Ipradjian can show you his ine selection of jewellery to choose from for that special person in your life. Flowers upon Flowers owner Arjan Uci recommends fresh lowers – from poinsettias to roses – to brighten up your Christmas displays.

here’s still one more thing to do to wrap up your Christmas spirit. Make this Christmas about the spirit of giving. Donations are urgently needed for the Animal Welfare Op Shop – quality used clothing and preloved stuf is always welcome. Get involved, help animals in need, and make a diference.

Finally we invite you to think local to make your Christmas shopping a pleasure and we thank you all for your wonderful support throughout the year. May peace be your gift at Christmas and your blessing all year through – Merry Christmas!

ON October 31, Burwood Village Shopping Centre was transformed into a Halloween spooktacular

wonderland, with traders dressed up as scary witches, vampires, zombies, wizards, skeletons and superheroes.

he atmosphere was electric, with more than 500 children and families roving the streets for an afternoon of trick-or-treating.

Emma Kinsella, a local resident, says, “My children had a fantastic time; excellent atmosphere and sense of community spirit. It was lovely to see such an array of great shops that are right on our doorstep ofering good value and friendly faces.”

he costumes were incredibly creative and the entries for our best-dressed contest went way above our expectations. Event coordinator, Bernadette Roach, praised everyone who attended, and admired the creativity and the eforts of all.

If you would like to see all the Halloween Heroes, we invite you to visit our Facebook page www.facebook.com/burwoodvillage

Fun, frightening and family-friendly

PHOTOS: Elena Ure


MR PHIL STORER has lived in Boroondara with his wife and two children since the early eighties and since February 2012 he has been CEO of

Boroondara Council. Burwood Bulletin recently spoke to Mr Storer.

“Ultimately my role is to ensure that Council and the community receive great value for the money paid by ratepayers and that decision making is based on high quality professional, independent and objective advice given without fear of favour.”

Mr Storer, who holds qualiications in urban planning, has worked in public and private sectors but mostly in local government beginning as manager of the City of Camberwell's statutory planning functions. When the City of Boroondara was created he became Director Infrastructure, responsible for Council's depots, parks and gardens, traic and parking, asset planning and management, delivery of capital works, environment and landscape design.

“his was a particularly challenging role,” he says, “because I had to lead the merger of the three workforces from the former cities of Kew, Camberwell and Hawthorn.”

After ive years he became Director City Planning at Boroondara, leading Council's strategic planning, statutory planning, building services, economic development,

local laws, environment and landscape teams. He remained in the role until becoming CEO.

“Boroondara’s popular image is as a wealthy, well-educated, mostly of European origin and a well-established community. However, over a quarter of Boroondara's population was born overseas. Residents are very community minded, relected in the high levels of volunteering which occurs in our city,” said Mr Storer proudly.

“One of the greatest privileges of working in local government is making a diference to the lives of people in our community. here is nothing quite like sitting in a meeting with a lady in her mid-eighties who is advocating for the needs of U3A only to have her state that ‘I have not become militant yet!’” says Storer. “In short, what I like most about our municipality is that the community takes an active interest in shaping the future of their city.”

Topping Mr Storer’s list of future challenges facing Boroondara are the needs of an ageing population.

he Burwood Bulletin wishes him well in his continuing role as CEO.

Behind the scenes at Boroondara

Summertime Cinema Pack a picnic, gather the family together and head to your local park for our series of free films and live music in Boroondara’s magnificent parks. Summertime Cinema kicks off on Saturday 7 December when Camberwell’s Riversdale Park hosts a screening of Exit Through the Gift Shop. The classic Audrey Hepburn film Roman Holiday will be screened at Creswick Street Reserve in Hawthorn on Saturday 14 December, with pre-film music from Georgia Fields. Finally, join us on Saturday 21 December at Eglinton Reserve in Kew for 1980s classic The Goonies, with pre-film music from Anthony Young. All events start at 8pm.

www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/summertime-cinema or 9278 4770.

Boroondara noticeboard

Boroondara Sustainable Living Festival Join us for fun, hands-on and family-friendly activities that will help get you started on your own sustainability actions at home. Whether you’re interested in beekeeping, wildlife gardening, bike riding or backyard chooks, there will be something for you at the Sustainable Living Festival. It’s all happening at Boroondara Farmers Market on Saturday 15 February from 8am to 1pm.

www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/sustainable-living-festival or phone 9278 4347.

Check out the new Ashburton Library and Community Centre Have you visited Ashburton Library recently? The library and adjacent community centre has been fully renovated and refurbished into a vibrant new centre. Featuring larger floor space, dedicated quiet study rooms, a wonderful new children’s area and purpose-built meeting and activity spaces, there’s never been a better time to visit.

9278 4666 or www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ashburton-community .

Summer Music Series The ever-popular Summer Music Series is back in February 2014 kicking off with Jazz at Canterbury Gardens on Sunday 2 February from 12noon to 7pm. The series will continue with a hip-hop concert at Junction Skate and BMX Park, Hawthorn East on Sunday 9 February from 12noon to 5pm, and conclude with a kids’ concert at Markham Reserve Playground in Ashburton on Sunday 16 February from 10am to 2pm. For full details visit our website.

www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/summer-music or 9278 4770.

Christmas tree collection This January you can easily dispose of your unwanted live Christmas trees for free. You will be able to book a collection date online or over the phone from mid-December. Our aim is to help residents dispose of live Christmas trees in a responsible and sustainable manner.

9278 4444 or www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/xmas-trees .

Your Boroondara councillors

Bellevue WardCr Jim Parke 9835 78400419 333 333

Cotham WardCr Judith Voce 9835 78410409 887 097

Gardiner WardCr Coral Ross 9835 78420438 005 225

Glenferrie Ward Cr Steve Hurd 9835 78490417 708 182

Junction WardCr Jack Wegman 9278 44570438 011 665

Lynden WardCr Heinz Kreutz 9835 7844 0438 006 656

Maling WardCr Jane Addis 9835 78450409 267 902

Maranoa Ward Cr Philip Mallis 9835 78460418 564 410

Solway WardCr Kevin Chow 9835 78470427 544 328

Studley WardCr Phillip Healey 9835 78480437 374 773

Contact the City of Boroondara

Phone: 9278 4444Email: boroondara@ boroondara.vic.gov.auWebsite: www.boroondara.vic.gov.auTwitter: www.twitter.com/boroondaraFacebook: www.facebook.com/ boroondaracouncil

THE WAY THROUGH TO WATTLE PARK


TOP: Through Road is a shady thoroughfare.

ABOVE: Through Road Reserve has a great playground.

OUR third walk starts at hrough Rd (tram stop 55, Melway 60 F6) and goes to Wattle Park Shopping Centre. It is roughly 6km long (1.5 hours), although

you can spend several hours in Wattle Park if you choose. Did you know that while we have thousands of “No hrough Roads” in Melbourne, there are just three named “hrough Road”, and our one, linking Toorak and Riversdale roads, is by far the longest.

Take hrough Rd north from Toorak Rd. It is an attractive, tree-lined street, with mixed-age houses, many in original style. After 10 minutes you reach hrough Road Reserve, which has a National Trust registered tree. Walk to the north-east corner, then continue north one block to Morey St (on the right). About 100m along Morey St. on the left, there is an unnamed park entrance which opens out into a large attractive parkland area with an oval, seating, playground and toilets. Walk north through this park, exiting by the right-of-way beside the playground, and continue up Aminya Place. At the top, turn right towards Warrigal Rd. You will soon enter Burwood’s iconic Wattle Park.

Cross Warrigal Road with care (!), then head north-east into the park. here is no real path but it is easy walking with views over the golf course. In a few minutes you pick up the main easterly pathway, just before crossing Hercules Creek. After this bridge, you can stay with the path, or go wandering to explore this wonderful area. Uphill and to the right from the bridge is the lily pond (fenced of), which you can overlook from the east side, listening for the frogs. Heading

east, you will pass a cottage and stables. On Wednesdays and Sundays, you can look at the basketry gallery (10am–3pm) in the cottage. Continuing east, you will come to the huge picnic areas, toilets, trams, and the Memorial Clock Tower.

Did you know that Wattle Park is home to 20 butterly and 60 beetle species? his information (and lots more) is in the Parks Victoria park notes, along with an excellent self-guided nature trail with questions and answers for both young children and adults. Download them from their website (using the “Explore -> Parks By Name” tabs).

You can inish by walking around the oval to the south, taking Parer or Roslyn St to the Burwood Highway tram, or north-east to Wattle Park Shopping Centre and the 903 SmartBus back to Burwood Village (bus stop just uphill in Riversdale Rd, east of the shops).

-MARK LEARMONTH


THE Lions Club of Boroondara Central now have Lions Christmas

Cakes available in their Op Shop, at 1350c Toorak Rd, Camberwell (in the Burwood shopping centre). he prices are the same as last year: $15 for the 1.5kg cake, $11 for the 1kg and $11 for the 900g pudding.

From humble beginnings in 1965 Lions Christmas Cakes have become something of an icon. hey were home-baked

and weighed 3lbs, becoming metric in 1976. he original project was speciically to help a Lions International campaign, “Save Sight”, inspired in 1925 by Helen Keller and still continuing today.

Relying on the goodwill and support of the local community, they take this opportunity to thank their many volunteers and local businesses, such as the friendly folk at Burwood Meats. If you have diiculty getting to the shopping centre, we might be able to assist if you are in the local area.

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It’s Christmas Cake Time!

Lions volunteers Gerald Kelly and Pam Huxley show of this year's cakes

Op Shops provide an opportunity for people in the community to participate in local activities through volunteering. So please do come and see us, browse, and if you’ve got a few hours to spare, perhaps consider becoming a volunteer. For any further information, contact Pauline on 9836 0541 or Margaret on 0409 389 927; or just call in at the Op Shop.

Pauline DarganPresident,

Lions Club of Boroondara Central


M OUNT Waverley Secondary College turns 50 in 2014, and we are calling on both alumni and ex-students to help us celebrate. Our celebration

is planned for October 11, and we will have reunions, memorabilia displays, a cocktail party and rooms themed for each decade.

You may or may not be aware that we had a major ire in 2002 in which much of our archive was lost – hence, we are seeking anyone who can contribute memorabilia, photos, old uniforms and information

If you would like to help, email [email protected], or like our Facebook page for exciting updates: www.facebook.com/MountWaverleySecondaryCollegeAlumni

WATTLE Park Primary School is celebrating its centenary in 2014. he school was initially founded to exclusively service children from

the Burwood Boys Home and remained that way until 1951, when it was opened up to all children of the district. From an initial enrolment of 27, it has grown to a current enrolment of 382 students who come from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.

A number of celebratory events are planned for 2014. As part of the preparation for the centenary, the school is looking for any past parents, students or staf who may themselves have memorabilia, such as reports, photos and articles, or who may be able to assist with leads as to where such items could be found. hey would also welcome any past members of the school community who could simply share memories of their association with the school.

If you are able to assist with this, please contact the school on 9808 2165 or email [email protected]

-MICHAEL WITT

Help us get ired up!

A Toast to 20 Years

Watle park primary school: help us turn 100

ON Friday, 18 October, members of Ashburton Probus celebrated the club’s 20th anniversary with a spit roast, champagne toasts, a special cake and the

launch of a book recording the history of its irst 20 years.he president, Mrs Shirley Wighton, presented special

awards to nineteen foundation members, acknowledging their long service.

Special guests included Rotary District Probus chairman, Mr Peter Milburn, who presented the president with a certiicate celebrating the anniversary and a congratulatory letter from the Probus central administrative body, Probus South Paciic.

he Probus Club members had the pleasure of the company of the president of the Ashburton Bowls Club, Ms Liz Kottam, Mr and Mrs Peter Arndt and Mr Bob Lawles from the Bowls Club, where the Ashburton Probus monthly meetings take place.

Original Probus Members and Peter and Carol Arndt from Ashburton Bowls Club

Ashburton Probus has approximately 100 members, is a happy club and is very welcoming to new recruits. Members are pleased to receive casual visitors at their meetings, which are held on the second Wednesday morning of every month.

heir membership oicer is Mr Bryan Gill, who would be happy to provide all information required. His telephone number is 9809 1628; his email address is [email protected]

For further details see Community Notices.


THE Burwood History Group has decided to close after twenty-seven years. It was

founded in 1987 by the late Mrs Jean Warland, a former editor of the Burwood Bulletin, and a group of residents interested in preserving Burwood’s history.

Many of the History Group’s signiicant milestones were dedicated to saving the former Burwood Primary School. hey organised a Back to Burwood Primary School Day on 25 February, 1996, to raise community awareness of the building’s state of disrepair.

Many of the families who attended had fond memories of their time spent at Burwood State School and signed a petition that resulted in the Government and Heritage Victoria agreeing to fund the restoration of the building, which had been closed in 1989.

he group then commissioned the preparation and printing of a book on the history of the school called he Life of a School – he Story of the Burwood Primary School (No. 461) 1865-1989. Past students and teachers were invited to

contribute memories of their time at the school. his historical information was collated by a committee member, Mr John Gof.

In 1998 the group organised another Back to Burwood Primary School Day on Sunday, 29 November, to oicially launch the book. he day was declared a great success, as the compilation of the book had been a labour of love by all involved.

Valma Fell and her husband, Frank, both grew up in Burwood and were the driving force of the group. Valma has meticulously documented and indexed the group’s work. Another of her passions was the Burwood Cemetery, where she has ensured the preservation of headstone information for future generations.

he oicial records of the group have been transferred to the Box Hill History Society, which can be contacted by telephone on: (03) 9285 4808 or by email at [email protected]

-JENNY TREWIN

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THERE is a sense of warmth and comfort about the Athelstan retirement development in

Camberwell.Located just minutes from Camberwell

Junction, the Athelstan development is the perfect place to retire to.

Opened by Villa Maria in November 2012, Athelstan will eventually be home to approximately 100 residents.

Dianne Lane, sales manager at Athelstan, regards this development as perfect for retirees, with excellent public transport just metres away and the Athelstan bus, “the limousine”, available both for trips to essential services

and outings arranged by management. It provides an onsite hairdressing salon, as well as a doctor’s surgery, masseuse, manicurist, gym, cofee shop, restaurant and library.

“he community here is fantastic. We all get along so well,” says Mrs Ruth Anghie, the irst

resident to move in. “Often on a Friday we all sit together at a big table to have dinner,” she laughs.

Come along for a tour of Athelstan between 10am and 4pm from Monday to Friday. Otherwise, attend an open day:

Saturday, 18 January, 10am–12noonSaturday, 22 February, 10am–12noon

- SARAH BLAND

A move to Athelstan gives

you more time to enjoy the

things you like to do most.

You’re invited to preview Athelstan, Camberwell’s most exclusive and exciting independent retirement living apartments. Athelstan offers a choice of elegantly designed two and threebedroom apartments.

With its concierge service, exceptional hospitality options and premium facilities, it’s the littlethings that make life at Athelstan so easy. Everything you need is at your fingertips.

Call 1800 799 087

or visit athelstan.com.au

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Follow the star to Bethlehem 4BC

THIS year, people will enter the Follow the Star display at Burwood Uniting Church (corner of Warrigal Rd and Hyslop St) through a re-creation

in the church grounds of Bethlehem in 4 BC.Visitors will ind outdoor and indoor markets and, in a

back alleyway, will come across a Nativity scene as well as other aspects of the story of the irst Christmas.

Last year’s Christmas Tree Forest was such a success that it is happening again, with trees being decorated by local groups and school students.

Special activities have been organised for children from local schools and residents from aged care facilities. Each visitor will receive a Christmas star knitted by the women of the church, in keeping with the theme - Star over Bethlehem.

In the past, families have found this a wonderful way to start their Christmas preparations and to share with young children the true Christmas story. he display will be open to the public from December 6 (during the Burwood Christmas Festival, which will include Animals of Oz marsupials and reptiles and music from the Potted Palm Salon Group) to December 14 (except Sunday, December 8). Opening times are: 3–6pm Monday, Tuesday and hursday; 10am–2pm Wednesday and Saturday; and noon–4pm Friday. Visit www.burwood.unitingchurch.org.au

Christmas Service TimesAshburton Uniting Church3 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton. Ph. David, 9809 1795; [email protected] Dec. 7.30pm. Christmas-time memorial service. For those who are missing someone at Christmas.24 Dec. 11.30pm. Candlelit Christmas Eve service.25 Dec. 9.30am. Christmas Day Celebration. Burwood Uniting Church 1 Hyslop St, Glen Iris. Enq: Rev. Peter Welsh 9888 943515 Dec. 7.30pm Candlelight (Carols & Readings), followed by supper.24 Dec. 7pm Christmas Eve Service. Families, Children & Youth, followed by light refreshments. 25 Dec. 8am Christmas Day Holy Communion. 9.30am Family Celebration.

Camberwell Baptist ChurchCnr Riversdale Rd & Wills St, Hawthorn East. 9813 0538. E: [email protected]. 15 Dec 10am Living Nativity (Children come dressed as their favourite nativity character to become part of nativity scene).25 Dec. Christmas Day Service 9.30am.

St Benedict’s Catholic Parish295 Warrigal Rd, Burwood24 Dec. Christmas Eve: 5.30pm Carols; 6pm Family/Children’s Mass; 11.30pm Carols & Midnight Mass25 Dec. Christmas Day: 10am Mass26 Dec. Boxing Day: 9am Mass31 Dec. New Year’s Eve: 10pm Adoration; 11pm Mass.1 Jan. New Year’s Day: 9am Mass, Solemnity of Mary.

St Faith’s Anglican Church4-8 Charles St, Glen Iris. Ph. 9889 5086. 0403 273 48624 Dec. Christmas Eve 5pm Crib service; Christmas story and well-loved carols. Children come in nativity costumes. 11pm Carol singing; 11.30pm High Mass of Christmas.25 Dec. 9am High Mass of Christmas.

St Scholastica’s Parish 348 Burwood Hwy, Bennettswood. Ph. 9808 1006.E: [email protected] Dec. 10am 1st Rite Reconciliation, then Mass. 19 Dec. 7pm 1st Rite Reconciliation.24 Dec. 8am Mass; 7pm Nativity Play; 7.30pm Mass of Vigil. Children can come dressed as Nativity character.11.30pm Carols; Midnight Mass.25 Dec. 9am Mass; 11am Mass. No evening Mass.31 Dec. 8am Mass; 6pm Adoration & Relection, then 6.30pm Mass.1 Jan. 10am Adoration; 10.30am Rosary; 11am Mass.

St homas’s Anglican Church44 Station St, Burwood. 8 Dec. 10.30am Family Christmas Messy Church.15 Dec. 8pm Carols in the Courtyard.24 Dec.7pm Family Christmas Eve Celebration. 11pm Communion Service.25 Dec. 9am Communion Service.

Shepherds, sheep and angels


BUsINEss DIRECTORy Burwood Village & District

Accounting & tAxAtion

G H O’Brien & Assoc. 4 Burwood Hwy 9808 4245Tax on Trak rear 1423 Toorak Rd 9889 6680

AlterAtions & tAiloring

Secret Style 1386 Toorak Rd 9078 4160

Automotive service & repAir

Kryton Automotive 3 Alexander Dr 9888 8797

BAthroom & Kitchen

Shelron Bathroom Centre 23-25 Burwood Hwy 9830 6111

cAKes

The Cake Cafe Shop 8, 1405 Toorak Rd 9809 1243

cArpets

Jagers Carpets 1350 Toorak Rd 9889 1111

community house

Burwood Neighbourhood House 1 Church St 9808 6292

DAnce stuDio

BDC Dance 13-15 Yertchuk Ave, Ashb 9888 3354

Dentist

Azubel Dental 1341 Toorak Road 9809 1768

Doctors -- generAl prActitioners

Dr Susan Schlicht 303 Warrigal Rd 9808 3988Burwood Healthcare 400 Burwood Hwy 9888 8177

Dry cleAning

Care Fresh 1408 Toorak Rd 9889 4129

Fuel & FoDDer

Burwood Fuel & Fodder 315 Warrigal Rd 9808 2130

hAirDressing

D’Alton Hairdressing 1423 Toorak Rd 9889 5152

homeopAthic nAturopAthic services

Anthony J Von Moger B.Hlth Sc. 20 Trent St, Glen Iris 9889 9835

lAnDscAping supplies

Decor Pebble (Aust) P/L 84-90 Highbury Rd 9888 9888

lAwnmower & gArDen mAchinery sAles/servic

Burwood Hwy Mowers 33 Burwood Hwy 9808 5370Ashburton Mowers 397 High St 9885 3199

liquor store

Burwood Cellars 1340 Toorak Rd 9889 4643

oFFice Furniture new & useD

Adco Ofice Furniture 119 Burwood Hwy 9808 4404

osteopAthy & physiotherApy

Camberwell Spinal & Sports Medicine 1431 Toorak Rd 9889 7889

pAcKAging & Freight

Pack & Send 1374 Toorak Rd 9809 4333

phArmAcy

National Pharmacy 1429 Toorak Rd 9889 0800

photogrAphy

Shot, Framed & Hung 250 Warrigal Rd 9808 9827

picture FrAming

Creative Framing 115 Highbury Rd 9888 8225

plumBing

Burwood Plumbing 9 Tudor St 9808 7211

penFolD motors BurwooD

AuDi www.audipenfold.com.auNew Car Sales 130 Burwood Hwy 9268 1555Used Car Sales 70 Burwood Hwy 9268 1555Service & Parts 130 Burwood Hwy 9268 1555holDen www.penfoldholden.com.auNew and Used Sales 142 Burwood Hwy 9268 1333Service 21 Mc Intyre St 92681307Parts 11-17 McIntyre St 1300 858 084mAZDA www.penfoldmazda.com.auNew and Used Sales- 59-63 Burwood Hwy 9268 1222Service & Parts 2 Somers St Burwood 92681294

printing & copying

Kwik Kopy Printing Centre 6 Burwood Hwy 9888 7906

reAl estAte

J A Cain First National 1156 Toorak Rd 9805 2900Mackintosh First National 1388 Toorak Rd 9889 2266

solAr energy equipment

Solazone Solar Specialists 242 Warrigal Rd 9808 7337

solicitors

Frank Bertucci 1379 Toorak Rd 9889 0061Oates Rennick Associates 4 Burwood Hwy 9808 6922

sports AnD spinAl meDicine

Camberwell Sports & Spinal Medicine 1431 Toorak Rd 9889 7889

supermArKet

IGA Plus Liquor 1424 Toorak Rd 9889 5120

trAvel Agent

Allways Travel Service 168 High St, Ashburton 9885 8818


BUsINEss DIRECTORy Small & Home Business

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

photogrAphic equipment

shutter-Box1163 Toorak Rd, Camberwell 3124Photographic accessories, sale and servicing with repairs onsite. M–F 9–5, Sat 9–12noonPh: 9809 4711, www.shutterbox.com.auE: [email protected]

solicitors

Frank Bertucci1379 Toorak Road, Burwood 3125Ph: 9889 0061/68Fax: 9889 0407

oates rennick Associates4 Burwood Hwy, BurwoodPh: 9808 6922Fax: 9808 2243E: [email protected]

Art & Design

christine chappell Design ArtTextile Product Design and Manufacture,Fine Art and Web Design12 Farleigh Ave, Burwood [email protected]://www.christinechappell.com.au

AuDit Accounting tAxAtion

ian grant FCA FCPA13 Edwards Street, Burwood 3125Ph: 9813 3599, Mob: 0418 317 818 Fax: 9813 2732E: [email protected]

cAFes

cafe on cleveland3 Cleveland Rd, Ashwood 3147Ph: 9888 3377Open Tues–Fri, 7.30am–3pmSat and Sun, 9am–3pm

chiroprActors

richardson chiropractic67 Barrington Dr. AshwoodBack & Neck Pain, Headaches.Sports injuries, etc. Adults & Children,People with Disabilities. Ph: 0432 255 811www.davidrichardsonchiropractic.com

Doctors

Burwood healthcare400 Burwood Hwy (cnr Middleborough Rd)General Practitioners, extended hoursPh: 9888 8177www.burwoodhealthcare.com.au

FireplAces

Australian mantlepiece1372 Toorak Road, CamberwellFireplace renovations and supplies – gas and wood. Accessories, ire sets and screens.Ph: 9889 0866 or 0414 503 [email protected]

FooD sAFety speciAlists

the gourmet guardian pty ltdSuite 41, 125-127 Highbury Road, Burwood Phone 1800 FOOD SAFETY (1800 366 372)Mobile 0422 922 883E: [email protected]

home mAintenAnce

hire a handymanPainting, Plumbing, Carpentry, Electrical, Fencing, Plastering, Tilling. Rubbish removal. No job too small. Free Quotes.Ph 0425 852 535 7am-10pm

Burwood & Districts DirectoryAny business located within the Burwood Bulletin's distribution area is eligible to be listed in our Business Directory. The cost is $60 per annum, inc. GST. Contact Robert Kay on 9836 5520, or email: [email protected]

Small steps with BNH

THE “Small Steps Recovery” Program is a new rehabilitation exercise program that we are ofering to the community.

Burwood Neighbourhood House was successful in receiving a Rotary Community Grant this year from Box Hill Rotary Club. his wonderful organisation of volunteers supports the community every year. Our grant was $658.00 for equipment for our Small Steps Recovery Program.

Special rehabilitation equipment has been bought for this class, including loor pedal bikes and balance discs (pictured).

Have you had your hip replaced?Have you had a knee or knees replaced?Have you had an accident?Need Balance improved?After your rehabilitation has been completed at the

hospital, why not continue the good work and strengthen the rehabilitation process? Join in a weekly class that ofers continued exercises and friendship.

Burwood Neighbourhood House Phone 9808 6292 “We hope we can help your recovery.”

-CHERYL WEBSTER


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Local Churches

Box Hill Baptist ChurchCnr Station St & Ellingworth Pde, Box Hill.Revs Anne & Richard Mallaby.Service: 10am Sun. or pop into chapel on Station Gallery (front of church), open every day. Ph 9890 1275.

Camberwell Baptist ChurchCnr Riversdale Road and Wills St, Hawthorn East.Sunday Service 10.00amPh. 9813 0538 E: [email protected]

Crossway Baptist Church2 Vision Dve, E. Burwood. w: crossway.org.auSnr Pastor: Mr Dale Stephenson. Sun. service/kids church 8.45am, 10.15 & 11.45am. 6pm. Mandarin 9am, Cantonese 11am, Korean 1.15pm, Indonesian 4pm. Ph 9886 3700, e: [email protected]

East Camberwell Baptist ChurchCnr Highield & Hunter Roads, East Camberwell.Pastor: Murray Hogg Ph 9836 6063, Ofice 9830 4842.

Indonesian Baptist FellowshipCnr Whitehorse and Parring Rds, each Sunday at 4.30pm.

Catholic Churches

St Benedict’s299 Warrigal Rd, Burwood. w: saintbenedicts.org.au Priest: Fr David Tremble. Mass 6pm Sat. 10am & 5pm Sun.Daily services 9am. Ph 9808 2492.

St Scholastica’s348 Burwood Hwy, Bennettswood.Priest: Father Jacob. Daily service 8am, Sat 9am & 6pm Mass.Sun 9am, 11am & 5.30pm. Vietnamese Mass 7.15pm, 3rd Sat.Ph 9808 1006, e: [email protected]

St Michael’s268 High Street, Ashburton.Parish Priest: Fr Hien Vu.Mass times: Sat 6.30pm, Sun, 9am & 10.30am. Ph 9885 2498.

Presbyterian Churches

Ashburton Presbyterian ChurchJunction of High St & High Street Rd, (near Warrigal Rd)Sunday service 10.15am, Sunday school & crèche 10.30am.

Burwood Chinese Presbyterian ChurchCnr Greenwood & Tennyson sts.Rev Dr John Elnatan.Sunday service at 11am. Ph 9801 7645.

Uniting Churches

Ashburton Uniting Church3 Ashburn Gve.Minister: Rev. David Fotheringham.10am Sunday worship and Sunday School. For youth activities and small group programs, contact David. Ph 9809 1795.

Anglican Churches

Anglican Parish of Box HillSt Peter’s: 1038 Whitehorse Rd. w: anglicansboxhill.org.auServices: Sun. 8am Eucharist, 9.30am Choral Eucharist, Sudanese: 1pm. Wed. 11am, Fri. 7.30pm.

St Aidan’s: Surrey St, Box Hill South.Vicar: Rev. Derek Jones.Sun. service: 10.30am. Eucharist. 3rd Sun. Family: 10.30am.Hall for hire. Ofice: Thurs 9.30am-2.30pm. Ph 9899 5122.

St Dunstan's163 Wattle Valley Rd, Camberwell. w. stdunstans.org.auVicar: Rev. Helen Phillips. Ph 9809 0321.Sun. services: 8am and 9.30am. Thurs. Eucharist 11am, morning tea 10.30am. Wed. 10.30am, mainly music.

St Faith’s w. stfaiths.org4-8 Charles St, Glen Iris. Vicar: Rev. Stephen Pash.Church Ofice, 9889 5086. Mobile: 0403 273 486. Sun. services 8am, 10am, 5pm (3rd Sun.) Messy Church. Labyrinth open daily to walk. Group walks by booking.

St Thomas’s Burwood44 Station St. w. stthomasburwood.org.au Vicar: Rev. Chris Appleby 9808 3250, 0422 187127 Sun. Services: 8:30am, 10 30am English; 10:30am Cantonese, 2pm Mandarin, 6:30pm Simple English.

St Matthew’s334 High St, Ashburton (cnr Warrigal Rd).Vicar: Rev. Jobby John Kulathumkal. 0416 348774.Sun. Services: 9.30am, Holy Communion.

Church of the AscensionCnr Blackburn Rd & Witchwood Cres, E. Burwood.Vicar: Rev. Robyn Boyd. w: ascensionchurch.org.auSun. 8am, 9.30am. Children’s activities, Wed. 10am then study group. Playgroup Fri. 9.30am. Ph 9802 4863.

St Oswald’s96 High St, Glen Iris.Rev. Ken Hewlett. Sun. 8am Eucharist & Breakfast, 10am Sung Eucharist, Wed. 10am Holy Communion. Ph 9885 1125.

Baptist Churches

Ashburton Baptist Church8 Y St, Ashburton. w: ashburtonbaptist.org.auInterim Pastor: Rev. Dr Geoff Pound. Services: Sun 10am (incl. Kids’ Club) Thurs 7.15pm.e: [email protected] Ph: 9885 8210.

Balwyn Baptist ChurchCnr Whitehorse & Parring Rds, Surrey Hills, Sunday service at 10am, followed by morning tea. Ph 9836 9455.


Burwood Uniting Church1 Hyslop St. Glen IrisMinister: Rev. Peter Welsh 9888 9435Sun: 10am Worship & Children’s Program. 4th Wed. 8pm Taize Style Service. Hall Hire Pam 9809 2917.

Burwood HeightsCnr Burwood Hwy & Blackburn Rd, Burwood East.Minister: Rev. Ojitha Goonetilleke.Sunday services: 9.30am and 6pm (informal service). Ph 9803 7631.

Glen Iris Road Uniting Church & Community Centre200 Glen Iris Rd, Glen Iris. Ph 9885 8219.w. glenirisuniting.org.au e. [email protected]. Lisa Stewart.10am Sun. services. BBQ & Communion 1st Sun. of month.

St James Uniting Church1201 Riversdale Rd, Box Hill South.Rev. Ros McDonald, 0419 120 40710am Sunday service, Communion the irst Sun. of month.

St Luke’s Uniting Church Mt Waverley94 Essex Rd. Sun.worship/ School 9.30am.Fun at Five: 5pm third Sun: craft, song, light meal for people all ages.Young people (15-30 yrs) meet informally fortnightly.Ph David 9807 3630, Ofice: 9807 2656 or 0408 580 880.

Surrey Hills Uniting ChurchCnr Canterbury Rd & Valonia Ave, Surrey Hills.Rev. Rob Gotch, 9898 1097, [email protected]. service 10am (incl. Sunday School)w: www.surreyhillsuniting.org/

Other Christian Churches

Christian Science Church, CamberwellChurch & Reading Room, 41 Cookson Street.Sun. 10.15am, Wed. 8pm.

Christian Science Church, Mt WaverleyChurch & Reading Room, 256 Stephensons Rd.Services: Sun. 9.30am, Wed. 12.30pm, 8pm. All welcome.Ph. 9882 6209

Church of Christ HartwellCnr Milverton St & Highield Rd.Pastors: Dr Merryl Blair and Lauren Mallaby 9889 3484.

Service: Sun at 10am.

Church of Christ Mt Waverley280 Highbury Rd. Pastor Mark Young (0408 196260) Sunday service 10:30am. Playgroup for preschoolers Tues mornings. Weekly Bible study & Tuesday prayer meeting. Ph 9808 1613 church ofice. e: [email protected]

City Edge ChurchMeet at Deakin University, Burwood. w: cityedgechurch.com.auDifferent ages and cultural backgrounds seeking New Testament Christian living to the Glory of God. Ph Tony on 0449 254 249.

Edge Church Melbourne17 Evans St, (cnr Evans & Duffy sts) Burwood.Pastor: Danny Guglielmucci 9888 7466.Service: Sun 10.30am. Sunday School 10.30am.w. edgechurch.com/melbourne

Hua En Tang Southern ChurchChristian Chinese Church, 1 Electra Ave, Ashwood.Services: English Youth: Sat. 7pm, Chinese: Sun. 10am, Sunday School: 10am. Ph Thomas 0438 588 308.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses116 Huntingdale Rd, Mt Waverley.Sun. 10am, 1.30pm. Tues/Thurs 7.30pm. All welcome. No collections.

New Christian Church426-434 High St Rd, Mount Waverley. w: newchurch.org.auRev. Chris Skinner. Sunday service 10.30am.A new look at the Bible and spirituality. Spiritual growth and discussion groups. Ph 9888 2850.

The Salvation Army7 Bowen St, Camberwell. w: salvationarmy.org.au/camberwellOficers: Majors Brian & Jenny Pratt. Sun. 9.30am, 11am, 6pm. Sunday School 11am–12.15pm school terms. Ph 9889 2468.

Unity of Melbourne (Unity School of Christianity Melb Inc.)4 Renown St, Burwood. w: unitymelbourne.org.au Rev. William Livingston.10.30am Sun.Unity welcomes all spiritual seekers. Personal & spiritual classes. Ph 9889 8503, e: [email protected]

Wattle Park Chapel234 Elgar Rd, Box Hill Sth.Pastor: John Reeder. Services: Sun. 10am. 2pm: bilingual English and Chinese service. Ph 9808 2728, e: [email protected]

Local Churches

• Community Notices Index

LOCAL CHURCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-34

ART & CRAFT, HOBBIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

BOWLING CLUBS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

CHILREN’S ACTIvITIES & CHILDCARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

COMMUNITy & SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38

DANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

EDUCATION / SELF IMPROvEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

FRIENDSHIP AND ACTIvITy GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

GARDENING/ FLORAL ART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40

HEALTH AND SUPPORT GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

HISTORy GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

MUSIC & THEATRE GROUPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

COMMUNITy SHOPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

MARKETS, FETES & FESTIvALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

vOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

COMMUNITy CENTRES & ACTIvITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46


• Art & Craft, Hobbies

Abbey Girls of victoriaBennettswood Neighbourhood House, 7 Greenwood St.Club based around books of Elsie J. Oxenham. Love old schoolgirl novels? Meet for lunch, afternoon tea, some English dancing.Ph Margaret on 9898 4369.

Australian Philatelic SocietyMemorial Homes Hall, 152 Canterbury Rd, Canterbury.Meets bi-monthly. Interesting displays at all meetings.Visitors and new members welcome. Ph John Young 9889 1385.

Box Hill Art Group Inc.Non-proit group. Flexible classes for beginners/experienced artists in oils, watercolour, pastel, acrylics, printmaking, life drawing. Highly qualiied tutors. Ph Eric 9884 0670 or 0424 775540,w: http://home.vicnet.net.au/~bhag/

Box Hill Handweavers & SpinnersBox Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station St.Non-proit group of women and men who meet weekly to share knowledge in spinning, weaving and allied crafts.Ph Margaret Dimelow 9898 1474.

Camberwell Camera ClubRSL Hall, 403 Camberwell Rd (Mel. 59 K2)Meets 4th Monday at 8pm. Speakers, competitions, outings.Ph Gaynore 9818 6601, w: camberwellcameraclub.org.au

Craftworkers Social ClubBurwood Neighbourhood House, 1 Church St.Bring craft project, share ideas, resources, etc. All skill levels & ages. $2.50 a session, $7 annual fee. Every 1st, 3rd , 5th Wed. 10am–1pm. Ph BNH 9808 6292 or Cathy 9808 4069.

Model TrainsAustralian Model Railway Assoc. Victorian Branch Inc.92 Wills St, Glen Iris (Mel. 59 J8) w: amra-vic.org.auNew members welcome. Info on membership and activities.Ph 9885 7034.

Needlework Tapestry Guild of victoria Inc.Meet at The Box Hill Community Arts Centre.A warm welcome to all interested in stitching to attend a meeting. Sat. 10am–3pm, 2nd Wed. 11am–3pm, 3rd Wed. 7pm–10pm.Ph Anne 9728 3256.

Society of Folk & Decorative Artists of victoriaSFDAV meets at the Craig Centre, Samarinda Ave, Ashburton, on 4th Sunday of month catering to needs of folk and decorative artists. w: www.sfdav.com.au

Travelogue Club at CamberwellChambly Community Centre, 405 Camberwell Rd.Meets 2pm last Fri. of month. Seniors and retirees interested in travel and photography. For about an hour, guest speakers take you visually to various parts of the world. Ph 9889 7509.

The victorian Button Collectors’ ClubBurwood Heights Uniting Church, cnr Burwood Hwy & Blackburn Rd, Burwood E. 2nd Tues at 8pm. Visitors welcome.Ph Tony 9728 3663 or Robyn 9884 5675, w: vicbuttonclub.com.au

Waverley Arts SocietyMt Waverley Community Centre, 47 Miller Cres. (opp. station). 7.30pm, 3rd Wed. Professional demos. Tuition: Life Drawing, Portraiture, Decorative Art. Children’s classes during school term. Contemporary Art Group.

Waverley Gem ClubLocal club with wide range of lapidary activities. We teachgem cutting, silversmithing and have a mineral group.Training at Mt Waverley. Ph Gwen, 9808 7510 or 9830 8046.w: waverleygemclub.googlepages.com/home

Waverley Scale Modellers ClubWadham House, 52 Wadham Pde, Mt Waverley (behind library). Meet 2nd Tues each month, Feb-Dec, 7.30pm–10.30pm.A non-proit community organisation for Scale Model builders.

Wordsmiths of Melbourne Poetry GroupPoets with Christian ethos meet second Sat. monthly from 2–5pm. Guest poets lead workshops. New members welcome.Ph Jean Sietzema-Dickson 9890 5885 or w: poeticachristi.org.au

• Bowling Clubs

Ashburton Bowls Club1-3 Samarinda Ave.New & experienced bowlers invited to join.Ph Peter 9802 1660, or David 9560 9598.

Bennettswood Bowling Club179 Station St, Burwood. (Mel 61 C3)2 Tift Grass Greens. Summer & Winter bowling, (indoor mats).Free Coaching, Free Membership irst year. Bowls available. Barefoot Wed. evening. Social events all year. Ph 9808 4373.

Burwood District Bowls ClubBurwood Reserve, Warrigal Rd, Glen IrisNew and exp. bowlers welcome. Exc. grass greens. Free coaching, competent coaches. Open pennant Tues/Sat. Social bowls Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat; summer/winter. Ph 9889 5931.

Camberwell Central Bowls ClubCnr Bowen and Trumper Sts. Ph 9889 4456Regular & occasional bowls. Sat & Tues pennant. Free coaching! We bowl all year on grass. Facilities for hire: w: ccbc.candyit.net

Community Notices


• Children’s Activities and Childcare

Box Hill South Neighbourhood House47 Kitchener St.Small groups (max 12); support for gradual separation; qualiied staff members. 3 yo activity group: Mon 9.15am-12.15pm; Childcare: Tues & Wed 9.15am-12.15pm. Ph 9898 8270

Camberwell Childcare AssociationCnr Aird St & Riversdale RdActivity Group Wed. 12.45pm–3.15pm. Supervised Activity Group for toddlers/pre-schoolers. Sessions run by experienced. staff.Ph Anne Marie 9889 6002.

Kids Club at St Thomas’sSt Thomas’s Anglican Church, 44 Station St, Burwood.Every Thurs, 3.30–6.30pm, $5, dinner included.Suit school aged children up to Year 6. Ph Heather 0416 256485.

Moving Together mother/baby dance programAshburton Baptist Church hall.A special time for mothers and their babies who delight in the music and movement experiences. Fri. 11.30 am, during school terms Bookings essential. Ph Elizabeth Mackenzie 9836 7386.

St Faith’s4-8 Charles St, Glen Iris.Playgroup Wednesday 10.30 am. Ph Church Ofice 9889 5086.

St Luke’sSt Luke’s Uniting Church, 94 Essex Rd, Mt WaverleyPlaygroups: Ph Melissa 0409 330347, Pre-school 9807 9710.

St Matt’s CatsSt Matthew’s Anglican Church, cnr High St & Warrigal Rd, Ashburton. Christian playgroup for carers & tots. Thurs. school terms 10.30am–12.30pm. Helper volunteers needed.Ph Leonie 9802 6406 or 0414 547 952.

Uniting CareForsyth Hall, St James Uniting Church Wattle Park,1201 Riversdale Rd, Box Hill Sth (Mel. 61 C3).Playgroup Mon 10–11.45am. Ph Margaret 9808 5657.Kinder. 3 yo: Thurs, Fri; 4 yo: Mon, Tues, Wed. Ph 9808 4495.

• Community & Special Interest Groups

Ashwood–Mt Waverley Lions ClubLionsville Hall, 88 Winbirra Pde.100m into Lionsville Senior Citizens VillageMeet 1st and 3rd Wed at 7.30pm. Ph Heather Lauder 0407 813979.

Association of Independent RetireesMelb. Eastern Branch: Senior Citizens Ctr, Silver Gr, Nunawading. 1st Fri. 10am. Aust-wide voluntary not-for-proit advocacy group for retirees fully/partially self-funded. Guest speakers.Visitors welcome. Ph: 9874 3143 or 9894 1989.

Association of Independent RetireesMelb. South East Branch: 2nd Mon. 2pm.Odd months Mt Waverley Youth Centre, Miller Cres (Mel. 61E2); even mths Alvie Hall, cnr High Street & Alvie rds, Mt Waverley.Self-funded retirees/part pensioners. Ph 9803 4563 or 9807 7663.

Australian Institute of Genealogical Studies Inc.1/41 Railway Rd, Blackburn.Family history research centre open 5 days pw to members and visitors. Ph 9877 3789, e: [email protected], w: aigs.org.au

Australian Shareholders AssociationWheelers Hill Library, cnr Jells & Ferntree Gully Rds.3rd Tues. 10am, Feb–Nov, Campaigner for improving inancial knowledge of members and shareholders. Investment speakers most meetings. Visitors welcome. Ph 9885 7166.

Blackburn Lake Ladies Probus ClubManchester Unity Hall, 8 Main St. (Mel. 47 K12)1st Thurs. 10am–12noon. New members welcome - semi or full retirees. Speakers, theatre & ilm/luncheons, outings, monthly luncheons, coffee mornings. Ph Yvonne Roy 9890 4316.

Camberwell & District National SeniorsPhyllis Hore Room, Kew Library, cnr Cotham Rd & Civic Dve.3rd Thurs. of month, 10am. Meet new friends, enjoy guest speakers. $4 with refreshments. Ph Don 9833 4514.

Camberwell City RSL Sub Branch403 Camberwell Rd. 1st Mon. of month at 1.30pm.We have very good guest speakers. From May–Nov, soup and a sausage sizzle available at noon, prior to meeting. Ph 9882 5580.

Camberwell Ladies Probus ClubEvergreen Senior Citizens club, Talbot Ave, Balwyn.1st Tues of month, 10am.Guest speakers, monthly day trips, cinema visits, card groups.New members welcome. Ph Colleen 9836 4383.

Camberwell Camera ClubRSL Hall, 403 Camberwell Rd (Mel. 59 K2) Meets 8pm, 4th Monday of month. Speakers, competitions, outings.Ph Gaynore 9818 6601 w: camberwellcameraclub.org.au

Combined Probus Club of Burwood Inc.1st Wed 9.30am–11.30am. Bennettswood Bowling Club,179 Station St, Burwood (Mel 61 C4). Ph Allan 9808 3550.Retirees/semi retirees. Guest speakers, Dine-outs, ilms, outings. New members/guests welcome!

Combined Probus Club of Blackburn South1st Wed. 10 am-noon. Horticultural Centre Jolimont Rd Forest Hill. Retired or semi-retired couples and singles of all nationalities welcome. Outings, activities, car safaris, dine-outs, walks, golf.Ph Ken 9897 3454.

Community Notices


Combined Probus Club of Inala, Blackburn SthInala Village Auditorium, 220 Middleborough Rd.4th Wed. 1.15–3pm. Social contact & friendship for retirees.Guest speakers, afternoon tea. Lunches, trips, tours.New members & guests welcome. Ph Barry Cairns 9803 3130.

Combined Probus of Whitehorse Inc.Horticultural Hall, Jolimont Rd, Forest Hill.1st Mon. 10am–12noon. Easy parking. Small, friendly club. Speakers, social activities: day trips, dine-outs, cards, getaways.Ph Margaret 9884 8482 or Evelyn 9762 2468.

Crossroads victoriaBurwood Heights Uniting Church.Christian Fellowship with Disabled Persons.3rd Sat., interdenominational, church-based, providing leisure activities for disabled people. Ph 9808 3677.

Hawthorn Ladies Probus ClubSalvation Army Citadel, Bowen St, Camberwell.1st Mon of month at 10am.New members very welcome. Ph Margaret 9509 9585.

Ladies Probus Club of Blackburn South Inc.Avenue Church Fellowship Hall, The Avenue.3rd Tues of month 10am–12noon. A range of speakers, outings and activities. New members welcome. Ph Helen 9890 8939.

Lighter Footprints - Climate Action GroupGuide Hall, Faversham Road, Canterbury.Last Wed. of month 7pm for 7.30-9.30pm. Join us to help keep the planet safe. All welcome. More info: 0411 115 186www.lighterfootprints.org

Lions Club of Boroondara CentralClub Hawthorn, 627 Glenferrie Rd.Men and women of all ages meet 1st Wed of month, 6pm for 6.30pm start for friendly dinner and business meeting.Ph Pauline 98360541 or Margaret 0409 389 927.

Lions Club of Boroondara Gardiners CreekBusiness Mtgs: Craig Family Centre, Samarinda Ave, Ashburton, 2nd Mon, 7.30 for 8pm. Dinner Mtgs: Hawthorn Club, Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn, 4th Mon, 7 for 7.30pm.Ph Jenny Joseph 9885 2682 or 0419 880616.

Men’s Probus Club of Box Hill South Inc.1st Fri. 10am–noon. Bennettswood Bowling Club, 179 Station St, Box Hill South. Guest speakers, group day tours, ‘ilm and lunch’. Retired or semi-retired and like to make new friends? You’re welcome. Ph Julian 9831 8732.

Men’s Probus Club of GlenferrieKew Heights Sports Club, 397 Barkers Rd, Kew.3rd Fri. 10am–noon.Speakers, activities, social events. Joining fee $40. New members welcome. Visit us! Ph Peter 0417 554841.

Men’s Probus Club of Surrey HillsFirst Thurs, 10am-noon. St Aidan's Hall, 17-21 Duggan St, North Balwyn. Ph. 9008 6314. Speakers and activities: travel, outings, photography, iPad training, walks, golf, bike riding.http://surreyhillsprobus.org.au

Monash Men’s Shed77 Bogong Ave, Bogong Reserve, Glen Waverley.Mon-Fri 9:30am to 1:30pm.Activities for men of all ages: woodworking, leadlighting, etc. Drop in for a chat and a cuppa. Ph: 9561 8557, e: [email protected]

Prahran Tech ’40s & ’50s ReunionCalling former students now living in Burwood vicinity. Prahran Tech. ’40s & ’50s Reunion to be held on 2 Jan from noon, Malvern Vale Hotel, Malvern Rd, Malvern. Ph: Bob Flanagan 9822 2064.

Probus Club of Ashburton Inc.Meet monthly 2nd Wed 10am Ashburton Bowls Club, 1/3 Samarinda Ave. Easy parking, guest speakers, lunches, social events, holidays, day trips. Interested? Ph Bryan Gill 9809 1628, e: [email protected]

Probus Club of Chatham (Camberwell & Districts)Salvation Army Citadel, Bowen St.1st Wed. at 10am. Mixed club with speakers, activities.We welcome new members. No joining fee, annual fee $40.Ph Secretary, Judith Clarke, 9885 1444.

Rotary Club of Box Hill CentralProfessional women and men who enjoy helping the community and sharing fun times. Join us for breakfast – no charge for irst 2 visits. Breakfast at 7.30am on Wed. at Box Hill Golf Club.Ph Don Sweeney 0411 149459.

Rotary Club of Box Hillwww.boxhillrotary.com.auMeets Tues 6.15pm for 6.30pm - 7.45pm The Tudor Motel,1101 Whitehorse Rd. Ph Geoff - B/H 9888 9888. A Community Service Club. New Members most welcome.

Rotary Club of Mont Albert and Surrey HillsBox Hill TAFE Nelson Campus.Meets Tues, 6.45 for 7pm. Community service, friendship and interesting guest speakers. Ph 0450 472723.

3WBC: 94.1 FMWhitehorse Boroondara FM Community Radio Inc. Tune in for best local info & music programs. Free publicity for local non-proit organisations. Be a sponsor/member/ presenter/ volunteer.Ph 9285 4846. w: 3wbc.org.au.

Waverley Kiwanis ClubLe Gaulois Restaurant, 260 Blackburn Rd, Syndal.2nd and last Wed. of month at 7pm. Community Service Club, meets for dinner. Ph Stephen Greene 0408 357 050

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Round Dancing‘Rosella Rounds’ meets Fri at Forest Hill. Learn the steps, then put them together to dance around the room. Beginners 6.30–7.30pm. Advanced 7.30–9.30pm. Singles, couples, seniors welcome.First lesson free. Ph Fiona 9802 5087.

Scottish Country DancingHartwell Church of Christ, cnr Highield/Milverton.(Mel 60 E5) Tram 75 Stop 53. Box Hill & District Scottish Society.Tues, Mar–Nov 7.30–9.30pm. Social dance 4th Tues. $7.Come with or without partner, no exp. nec. Flat, soft shoes.

Welsh Dance ClassesChrist Church Hall, 1 The Avenue, Surrey Hills. (Mel 46 H11)2–4.30pm Sun afternoons monthly. Admission $7 donation.Enquiries and information Ph Ian 9878 2414.

• Education / Self Improvement

Boroondara ToastmastersBurwood Neighbourhood House, 1 Church St.1st & 3rd Thurs at 7.45pm.Conidence and self-development through public speaking.Ph 9888 8061, w: boroondara.toastmasters.org.au

Broadband for SeniorsSamarinda Aged Services, Ashburton, hosts free Broadband for Seniors Kiosk for 50s+. Learn to stay in touch. Volunteers give initial tutoring/ assistance. Tues 10am–noon, Wed 10.30am–12.30pm, Sat 10am–noon. Ph 9885 0062.

Computer Savvy SeniorsAt a Boroondara library, an aged care facility or your home.Learn computer basics. Free peer training program for seniors, no exp. required. Word processing, internet, email.Ph Ellen 9278 4674, e: [email protected]

Glen Iris ToastmastersGlen Iris Uniting Church Community Centre, 200 Glen Iris Rd, Glen Iris.Improve communication and leadership skills.Ph Anna 9839 4195 or Mike 0407 509 048.

Power Talk International (Public Speaking)Meets 7.30pm every 2nd and 4th Wed in Balwyn.Increase your self conidence in speaking in public, giving presentations and leadership skills. Supportive, stimulating atmosphere. Visitors welcome. Ph Lyn 9857 4764.

University of the Third Age26 Sinclair Ave, Glen Iris.10.30am–1.30pm Mon–Fri. Low annual fee.Educational, creative courses for retirees/semi-retirees. 90 courses/activities: history, languages. Ph 9821 0282, w: u3ahawthorn.org.au

Waverley Retirement Activities GroupUmbrella org. for 30+ leisure activity groups for ‘over 50s’ in Monash/Glen Waverley area. Non-proit, community-based, volunteer-run, over 400 members. Monash City Council supported. Join us. e: [email protected] or w: wrag.org.au

Whitehorse Ratepayers & Residents Assoc. Inc.Voluntary support group for ratepayers and residents seeking accountability in municipal affairs and governance.Become a member and support community interests.Ph Peter 9874 0784, w: [email protected]

Zonta Club of Melbourne’s East Have fun, via stimulating projects, helping to advance women’s status worldwide. Dinner (speaker) irst Thurs, Gateway Motel, 630 Blackburn Rd, N/Hill, 6.30 for 7pm. Ph. Debbie 0418 985 575 w.zontamelbourneseast.org.au

Zonta Club of Waverley IncBusiness & professional women committed to promotion of peace & professional status of women. Dinner (speaker) irst Thurs at The Gateway Motel, 630 Blackburn Rd, Notting Hill, 6:30 for 7pm.Ph Pam 9808 2742 or Beverley 9560 4469, w: zontawaverley.org

• Dance

Australian Colonial/Heritage DancingAshburton Uniting Church Hall, 3 Ashburn Gve. (Mel. 60 D10),near station. 3rd Thurs 7.30–10pm. Melb. Colonial Dancers.$6 includes supper, members $5. 8-wk beginner classes: $70/50. Ph Coral 9885 6109, e: [email protected]

Box Hill Ballet Association Inc.Enrolments 1 Feb, 9am-1pm at “The Studio” (red brick bldg on Median Strip, opp. Box Hill Town Hall)Enquiries & Enrolments: 9434 3368. w: boxhillballet.come: [email protected]

Dance for FitnessBox Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station St.Mon, 1.30–2.30pm. Fun way to get it! Low impact informal dance class for those who don’t like the gym.Ph 9895 8888, w: bhcac.com.au

Deepdene Scottish DancersMeets 8pm every Mon. Mar-mid Dec, Paton Memorial Hall, Deepdene Uniting Church, 958 Burke Rd, near Whitehorse Rd corner. Car parking in Dale St. Close to tram routes 72 and 109. Everyone welcome. $3 a session. Ph 9890 2546.

English Country DancingBennettswood Neighbourhood House, 7 Greenwood St, Burwood. Tues 8–10pm, $5. Think “Pride and Prejudice”! All dances taught, no partner necessary. Individuals welcome.Flat soled shoes (not rubber). Ph 9890 5650.

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U3A Nunawading16-20 Silver Grove, Nunawading. Ph 9878 3898Open to retired/semi-retired people; 160+ classes: languages, art craft, humanities, science, IT and exercise. e: [email protected], w: u3anunawading.com.au

Waverley CommunicatorsCraft Room, Mt Waverley Community Centre, 47 Miller Cres.2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 7.45pm.Learn to speak conidently in public. E. [email protected],Ph Heather 9576 8790 or Jeff 9700 5297 or w: itcwaverley.org.au

• Friendship and Activity Groups

Ashburton Support Services296 High St. Ashburton.Outings, Bingo, Fitness, Lunches. Meals on Wheels to home if needed. Fun Food Fitness Friendship for 55+. Ph Fay 9885 3815.

Boroondara Life Activities ClubSalvation Army Citadel, Bowen St, Camberwell.Mon: table tennis, swim, cards. Tues: cards. Wed: golf, lunch (1st of mth) Thurs: table tennis, scrabble (1st/ 3rd of mth).Fri: day trips, dancing. 6-weekly dine-outs Ph 9889 7458.

Boroondara Mums and BubsNon-proit network for parents; free activities for educational & social development. Pram walks, playgroups, swimming, picnics, cinema, catch-up coffee.Ph Mayra 0450 813223, w: meetup.com/Boroondara-Mums-and-Bubs

Box Hill Senior Citizens’ Club Inc.Carrington Centre, 79 Carrington Rd, Box Hill.Mon: Exercise, cards, bingo 1.45pm. Tues: Chinese Mah Jong. Wed: snooker, MahJong. Thurs: snooker. Fri: cards, snooker, concert/speakers $5. Lunch 12 M–F. Sub $10 pa. Ph 9890 4979.

Burwood Community CentreBurwood Uniting Church, cnr Warrigal Rd & Hyslop St.Open 1.30pm–3.30pm every Wed.Company and entertainment in a caring atmosphere. All welcome. Ph Dorothy Thorpe 9808 2200.

Burwood Country Women’s AssociationPresbyterian Church Hall, cnr High St & High Street Rd, Ashburton. Meet 2nd Tues of month at 10.30am. Ph Cathy 9808 4069.

Burwood Evening vIEW ClubVoice, Interests and Education of WomenBox Hill Golf Club, 202 Station St, Box Hill Sth.Meets at 7pm, 2nd Wed monthly for dinner and guest speaker. Visitors welcome. Ph Theresa 0403 992 569 or 9836 1867.

Burwood Ladies Social GroupCome meet new people and plan outings over tea or coffee. Fortnightly Tues at 1pm, Ph 9808 6292.

Burwood RSL11 Hyslop St. Social snooker games Mon & Thurs noon-4pm. Tues: Comp. Billiards and snooker. Visitors and new members welcome.Ph 9889 6283 or Secretary 9809 1323.

Camberwell Senior Citizens405 Camberwell Rd.For information, Ph 9882 6947 on Mon & Thurs (the club), or Debbie Kay 9808 3019.

Camberwell Target Rile ClubLooking for something different to do? Why not come and try target shooting? Come to Camberwell Target Rile Club on Tuesday nights from 8pm. Coaching and equipment supplied.Ph. Ron 9808 5606, or Loris 0403 346 044.e: [email protected]

Golden Age Senior Citizens Centre47 Miller Cres, Mt Waverley.Mon–Thurs, 9.30am–3pm. Open to senior citizens over the age of 55. Activities: carpet bowls, cards (Solo & 500), craft, table tennis, snooker, scrabble. Monthly outings. Ph 9807 7003.

Golden Wattle Day ClubEast Malvern RSL Club, Stanley Grose Drive.Thurs at 10am. About 40 regular members from Ashburton – East Malvern. New members welcome. Ph Pat 9807 4994.

Home League (Women’s Group)The Salvation Army Camberwell Corps, 7-11 Bowen St. Enlightenment/encouragement for women all ages. Speakers,bus trips, musical mornings, brunches. $1 pw.Thurs: morning tea 10am, meeting 10.30am. Ph 9889 2468.

Lac viet Seniors Performers GroupAshburton Support Services, 296 High St.Senior Vietnamese social group meets Tuesdays 10.30am–5pm. Exercises, singing gro,lup, lunches, dancing, table tennis.All welcome. Ph Fay/Yen 9885 3815.

Monash Croquet ClubElectra Community Centre, Electra Ave, Ashwood.Social and competitive play in a friendly atmosphere.Beginners’ lessons. Ph Jean, 9803 3433.e: [email protected], w. croquetvic.asn.au

Nieuw Holland Social ClubBlackburn Senior Citizens Club, ‘The Pines’, Central Rd (a few mins from station). A group for Dutch speaking persons and their partners who are 50+. Meets Thurs 9.30am–1.15pm.Ph Inge Van Hoek 9877 1523.

War Widows & Widowed Mothers’ AssociationBurwood branch. Meets RSL Hall, cnr Myrniong & Hyslop streets. 4th Wed of month at 1pm. Speakers, demos, outings. Ph Dorothy MacKay 9758 4656 or 0417 975 846 and Gwen Bradley 9808 5401.

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• Gardening/ Floral Art

Ashburton Floral Art GroupUniting Church Hall, Ashburn Grove.Demonstrations, helpful hints and friendship. Meets 3rd Mon of month at 12.30pm until Nov. Fees: $25 annually, plus $4 per session. Ph Hazel 9802 4462.

Barinna Garden Club, South BlackburnMeets the 2nd Wed of month at 1.30pm.Ph Margaret 9890 6448.

Early Morn African violet Group1st Mon. at 8pm and 3rd Wed. at 10am. Alvie Hall, cnr Alvie and High Street roads, Mt Waverley. Learn how to grow African violets, and make new friends. Ph Annette Kennedy 5678 8814.

The Bee GroupInterested in backyard beekeeping? We hold courses through the year either over two Sundays or over one weekend. Email bees as subject to [email protected] for more info.

Camellia victoriaEast Burwood Uniting Church Hall, cnr Burwood Hwy & Blackburn Rd.Meets 2nd Wed of month (March–Nov) at 8pm. w:camelliasvic.org.au

Box Hill Floral Art GroupPavilion Room, Box Hill Hawks Football Club (cnr Middleborough & Whitehorse rds)1st Thurs 11am, demonstrations at 1pm. All welcome: free demos by loral artists. Garden Group 3rd Tues 10am. Ph 9808 6080.

Camberwell Morning Garden ClubChambly, 405 Camberwell Rd.Meets 2nd Thurs Feb–Nov, 9.45am–12noon.Expert speakers on gardening topics, morning tea. Meet like minds.Annual sub $10. Day trips. Ph 9890 7878

Chrysanthemum Society of victoria Inc.Burwood Heights Uniting Church Hall, Cnr Blackburn Rd & Burwood Hwy (opp. KMart).Meets 2nd Sat 2.30pm (except July). Chrysanthemum cultivation specialist society to exhibition standards. Ph 9898 5458.

Waverley Garden ClubWaverley Community Centre, Miller Cres. Mt. Waverley.Meets 1st Fri of month at 8pm. Guest speakers, trading table, and friendly atmosphere. Ph 9807 3507.

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Waverley Garden Club Floral Art GroupMt Waverley Youth Centre, 45 Miller Cres.Meets 3rd Tues 7.45pm. Floral Workshops: Leading loral art designer demos. Join regular workshop. New members welcome. Ph Elizabeth 9560 4804.

• Health and Support Groups

Al-AnonHall, rear Wesley Uniting Church, cnr Station & Oxford Sts, Box Hill. Meets every Mon. at 10.30am.Support Group for family and friends of alcoholics

Anxiety Recovery Centre victoria (ARCvic)Boroondara Community Health Centre, 378 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn. 1st/3rd Tues 7.30pm. Obsessive compulsive & anxiety disorder support group, family/carers welcome.Ph 9886 9233. Helpline: 9886 9377. e: [email protected]

Betting On A Better Life!MonashLink Community Health project:Ashburton-Ashwood-Chadstone Neighbourhood Renewal area.Gambling concerns? Activities. Ph Judy Avisar 0426 245897or 1300 552 509. e: [email protected]

Blackburn Take Off Weight Naturally ClubEley Park Community Centre, Eley Rd, Burwood (Mel 61 H5) Meets Mon, 9.30–11.30am. Friendly weight loss support, our not-for-proit weight loss club can help you.Over 300 clubs Victoria-wide. Ph Rene Gale 9874 4043.

Boroondara Lupus Support GroupMaggie and Clare are happy to talk to anyone needing some support and/or information regarding lupus.Ph Maggie 9817 2316 or Clare 9809 4998.

Day Care Centre for Dementia SufferersElsie Salter House, 11 Marquis St, Ashburton.Dementia affects memory, intellect and personality.Professional care, encouragement, interesting activities.Ph the manager 9885 6426.

Eastern Suburbs Polio Support GroupBox Hill Library, 1040 Whitehorse Rd., Box Hill3rd Sat. 1.30pm. Speakers and support.Ph: 9808 5993 e: [email protected]

Healthy Bones GroupMeetings at Mt Waverley Youth Centre or register for newsletter.Sth East Melbourne Osteoporosis Support Group.Info & support, meets every 2nd month.Ph Carole 95688727. e: [email protected]

Health for Life Courses w. easternhealth.org.au/healthpromo/courses.shtmlMassage Service, Box Hill Hospital: 1 hr $50, $45 Conc.,½ hr $35, $30 conc. Work cover: $44.80 initial cons, $30.10 standard cons. Stop smoking: Ph. 9895 4947.

Kara House Outreach ServiceDomestic Violence Support Agency providing support to women and women with children, experiencing domestic violence. Specialised support to women from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Ph 9877 9711.

Men’s GroupCamcare in Camberwell. Men’s Support Group meets fortnightly Mon evenings. Encourages men to discuss issues in supportive, conidential, friendly surroundings. Gold coin donation.Ph Des 0402 522 261, e: [email protected]

MS Support GroupBurwood Neighbourhood House.The Well Women’s Group meets monthly Sat. afternoons. We provide a safe, nurturing and empowering environment for women diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Ph Jenni 0425 740 927.

OverEaters AnonymousRowville Uniting Church, cnr Fulham Rd and Bridgewater Way (Mel. 82 A1) Meet Sat 8.30–10am. Do you have a problem with food?Free meetings; no weigh-ins. Ph 986 2768 or 9874 5527.

Panic & Anxiety Disorders Assoc. victoriaPADA in Victoria operates the Panic and Anxiety Disorders Treatment Centre. Individual & group counselling provided by experienced psychologists. Specialist child psychologists avail.For free brochure or further information Ph 9889 7355.

Parkinson’s victoria Inc.

Camberwell Support GroupSt Mark’s Church Hall, cnr Burke & Canterbury rds, Camberwell.Meets last Mon. of month at 10am. Ph Ruth Harrop 9889 3499.

Personal Helpers and Mentors ProgramLvl 1, 12 Hamilton Place, Mt Waverley. City of Monash community-based outreach support for people with mental illness, enhance people’s existing strengths. Referrals/self-referrals welcome.Free, open-ended program. Ph 9807 1846.

Reconnexion NFP org. prov. counselling, group therapy, phone support, info for people exp. anxiety disorders, depression, sleeping pill/tranquilliser dependency. Ph: 1300 273 266, e: [email protected] reconnexion.org.au

Warm Water Exercise ClassesPeter James Centre, Mahoneys Rd, Burwood East.Mulgrave–Monash Self Help Group. Warm water exercise classes under strict supervision of physiotherapist. Three classes each Mon and Thurs evening. Ph 9801 4758.

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• History Groups

Box Hill Historical Society Inc.Strabane Chapel, 29 Strabane Ave, Mont Albert Nth.3rd Thurs (Feb–Nov) 8pm. Archives open rear of Box Hill Town Hall Tues 11am–4pm & 1st Sat 10am–12noon.Ph 9285 4808. e: [email protected]

Camberwell Historical Society Inc.4th Thurs 8pm (must book), Blackwood Room, Camberwell Town Hall, 8 Inglesby Rd. Non-proit org. Excursions, speakers, newsletter. New members welcome. Enquiries & bookingsPh. George 9885 9927 w: www.chs.org.au

Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre Historical

Society157 Union Road, Surrey Hills. Ph: 9890 2467 Third Tues 8pm. All welcome. $4/session with $15 centre membership. e: [email protected]

Waverley Historical Society IncorporatedAbove Mt Waverley library, Miller Cres. (lift avail.)Questions about Waverley area’s history?Visit Wed afternoons or by appointment.Ph Norma 9802 9332, e: [email protected] w: vicnet.net.au/~whsvic

Whitehorse Historical SocietyLocal History Room, Schwerkolt Cottage and Museum, Deep Creek Rd, Mitcham. Mel 49 D7. Open for research Wed 10.30am–2.30pm. All welcome. Ph 9873 4946.

• Community Shopping

Animal Welfare Op-Shop1355 Toorak Rd, Camberwell. Mon–Sat 11am–5pm.Shop, donate, recycle, help animals. Nothing over $20.Quality new & recycled clothing, books, jewellery and more.We can pick up donations. Ph 9889 9435, shop hours.

Amaroo Op-ShopAmaroo Neighbourhood Centre, 34 Amaroo St, Chadstone.Ph Joan Garde 9807 0570.

Ashy Op-ShopCnr High St & Welfare Pde, Ashburton.Mon–Fri 10am–4.30pm and Sat. 9.30am–4pm.Exciting re-launch soon.Special sales and bargains on now. Ph 9885 5923.

Box Hill Rotary – Opp Shop113 Canterbury Rd, Blackburn Sth (nr Woolworths).Mon-Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat 9am - noon. Ph 9877 0613.Staffed by volunteers, all proits go to community projects.Quality bric-a-brac, books, jewellery and pre-loved clothing.

Friends of SameSame Coffee Project (East Timor) (pron. sah-may). Funds vital work in East Timor. Hawthorn Community House, new members/volunteers welcome, subscribers. e: [email protected] 9819 2629, w: friendsofsame.org

House of Books508 Whitehorse Rd, Mitcham (Next to St John’s Church)Not-for-proit, volunteer staff; donated books. Funds raised are returned to local community services. Av. prices $1–2.Open Mon–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 10am–1pm. Ph 9874 2389.

Rotary Recycle – Opp Shop1113 Riversdale Rd, Wattle Park, opposite tram terminus. Excellent range of books, bric-a-brac and ladies wear.Staffed by volunteers, all proits go to community projects. Tues-Fri 10am-4pm; Sat 10am-noon. Volunteers welcome.

Salvation Army Thrift Shop401 High St, Ashburton. (Mel. 60, G10) Ph. 9885 4965.Saleable books, toys, clothing, bric-a-brac. We accept elec. goods, not monitors/TVs/scanners. Leave goods 8.30am–4.30pm M-F, Sat. 9am–1pm at shop rear (enter Poulter St).

• Music & Theatre Groups

BHCAC Choir 470 Station St, Box Hill.Community Choir: Sun, 2–4pm in Arbour Hall. w: bhcac.com.auChorale: Mon 7.30–10pm. Ph 9895 8888.e: [email protected], w: boxhillchorale.org.au

Hartwell Players Inc. Community TheatreNew members welcome: stage mgt, lighting, sound; front-of-house (hospitality, ticket box, ushers); production (program design, poster art, sets, props, costumes). Ph Joanne 9888 0198 or 0408 366481. e: [email protected]

Sing Australia ChoirCamberwell Uniting Church, 314 Camberwell Rd.We’re a community-based choir. No auditions, just singing fun. Cost: $5.50. Ph Wendy 9886 9405. w: singaustralia.com.au

Scotsglen Singers Inc.All-female community choir entertains shut-in folk and raises money for a charity. Rehearse Thurs afternoon in Glen Waverley & perform regularly in local area. Sing in 2/3 parts & seek singers in lower parts. Ph Elizabeth 9807 6472.

Treble TonesJoin a friendly group of ladies who enjoy singing and bringing the pleasure of music to others. Rehearsals Wed mornings, Burwood area. Come and see what we do.Ph Lorraine Pollard 9807 5936.

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Able Australia is seeking volunteersWe assist people with multiple disabilities including deaf-blindness. Our art program, crafts, gardening, recreation programs and social outings need volunteers to assist people.Ph Gary 1300 225 369 e: [email protected]

Alzheimer’s AustraliaAlzheimer’s Australia Vic. Hawthorn.Join our team of volunteers who provide telephone support and info about memory loss and dementia. Training provided.Ph Judith Allen 9815 7847.

Alamein Men’s ShedLike a chat, handyman projects, community service, helping other blokes, a friendly relaxed environment? We need a volunteer on Tuesdays 10–3 to help run our Men’s Shed. Ph Margaret 9885 3815

Boroondara volunteer Resource CentrePhone 9278 4550 to ind a volunteer role to suit you.

Eastern volunteer Resource CentreAssist EV clients get to appointments. Be reimbursed for travel in your own car. Primarily for frail aged & disabled, housebound or isolated HACC eligible residents.Ph 9870 7822, e: [email protected]

Hartwell Players – good with sewing?Hartwell Players, based at Ashwood College, would love to hear from you to assist with costuming plays for our community theatre. We’ve a decent costume resource to kick us off!Ph Joanne Watt 9888 0198 or 0408 366481.

Melbourne City MissionThe Community Friend ProgramInterested in donating a couple of hours a week to spend with disabled person needing a friend? Ph Sharon 9385 3264, [email protected], Siobhan 9385 3222 [email protected]

Ashy Op ShopCnr High St and Welfare Pde, Ashburton, seeks volunteers for expanded and refurbished store. Sales, customer service, display. All funds support local elderly people through Ashburton Support Services. Ph Margaret 9885 3815.

Safety Register, MvRCIn conjunction with Mt Waverley & Glen Waverley police.Register holds basic info. 5 supportive phone calls pw.Reg. newsletter connects people to community. Broad eligibility, but must live in City of Monash. Ph Nona: 9562 0414.

volunteer Alliance AshburtonGardeners 2 hours per month; Op Shop sales/service Mon–Sat; Meals on Wheels and social drivers. Ph. Margaret, 9885 3815,e: [email protected]

The Waverley SingersFriendly, welcoming group of ladies with a great passion for singing and bringing joy to others. Fortnightly rehearsals on Tues afternoons. New members welcome, in particular 2nd sopranos and altos. Ph Isabelle Roberts on 9806 0506.

• Markets, Fetes, Festivals

Fun DayCamberwell Baptist Church, Cnr Riversdale Road and Wills St, Hawthorn East.Saturday 7 Dec, 1-4pm, Carols Service at 4pm. Free rides and activities for kids, petting zoo, market stalls.

St Schol’s Specialty MarketSt Scholastica’s Community Centre, 348 Burwood Hwy, Burwood.2nd Sat. of month 9am–1pm.Indoor market of quality handcrafted, homemade items produce & plants. Also tea room & BBQ. Ph 0439 463608.

Treasures & Tastes @ TrinityHoly Trinity Anglican Church, 177 Union Rd, Surrey Hills.3rd Sat, 9am–1pm. Indoor boutique makers’ & growers’ market. Handmade, home-grown items.Treasures’ Tearoom or courtyard BBQ. Ph 0447 733 949.

Mt Waverley Rotary Art & Craft MarketMt Waverley Village car park, Stephensons Rd.2nd Sun each month 9am–2pm. Usually about 60 stalls of art, craft and food. Proceeds to many local and international causes.

• Farmers’ Markets

Ashwood Farmers’ MarketAshwood College, Vannam Dve, Ashwood.3rd Sun. of month. Animal farm, jumping castle & live music through the day. Fresh vegetables, cheese, meat, deli foods, plants and much more. $2, children free.

Ashwood/Chad. Community Fruit & veg MarketAmaroo Neighbourhood Centre, 34 Amaroo St, Chadstone.Wed. afternoons 12–2pm. Can’t get to market?Order $10 or $20 box of fruit & veg. - we have a delivery service.Ph 9807 2625. e: [email protected]

Boroondara Farmers’ MarketPatterson Reserve, Auburn Rd, Hawthorn.3rd Sat. of month, 8am-1pm. Fresh pasta, organic fruit & vegetables & more. 60 stalls of fresh produce from all over Victoria. Entry $2 donation. Ph Danika Benison 9278 4814.

Whitehorse Farmers’ MarketWhitehorse Civic Centre, 379 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading.2nd Sun. of month, 8am-1pm. Fresh produce from farms to you. Proceeds used by Rotary for local community projects.Ph 9539 2443. This is a plastic-free market.

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Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning Centre49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton.Intro to Bookkeeping, MYOB, Excel, MS2010, etc. Ebay, Skype, YouTube, Facebook, Computers, etc. ESL. Sustainable gardening. Yoga, Mosaics, Pilates, Zumba, Mandala workshops. Men’s DIY: Thur 10.30am-2.30pm. Support group: woodworking, DIY. Ph Sue.Seniors bus to Chadstone Fri for unassisted shopping.Ph 9885 9401, e: [email protected]

Amaroo Neighbourhood Centre34 Amaroo St, Chadstone.Kids’ Karate, Art, Basic Computers, Basic Cooking for 1 or 2, Line Dancing, Community Lunch, C&W Singing, Occasional Child Care, ESL, Garden Club, Tai Chi, Walking Group, Ballroom Dancing, more. Programs mailed on request. Wheelchair friendly, all welcome. JP avail. Ph 9807 2625 or 9807 0570.

Ashburton Community Centre200 Glen Iris Road, Glen Iris. Ph 9885 7952. Variety of Classes: Bobbin Lace, Chinese Painting, Drawing and Thinking, Floral Art, French Beginners, French Polishing Introduction & Continuing, Italian Beginners & Level 1, Upholstery, Watercolour, Yoga Beginners & Continuing, Your Healthy Spine. Groups: Mah-jong (western), Exercises & Keep Fit, Wednesday Walkers.Contact the Centre for more information.

Bao Lin Chan (Zen) Monastery94A High St, Glen Iris, near Ashburton & Glen Iris stations.Free Buddhist meditation classes (English and Chinese), Children’s meditation class. Chinese calligraphy, tai chi, mandarin, lower arrangement, vegetarian cooking. All classes free!Everyone welcome.Ph 9813 8922, w: chungtai.org.au

Bennettswood Neighbourhood House7 Greenwood St, Burwood.Low cost courses & activities: computer/internet tuition, mobile phones, strength training, gentle exercises, yoga, tai chi for arthritis, English country dancing, singing, drawing & painting, dressmaking, card making, balloon twisting, knitting/crochet, mah-jong, solo, community lunch, Asian cooking demo. Also Room Hire. Ph 9888 0234 e: [email protected], w: bennettswoodnh.org.au

Bowen Street Community Centre102 Bowen St, Camberwell.Adult education: languages, including Spanish, French, Italian. Computers: class and individual, cooking, loral art, walking, medical reception course, line dancing, cooking. Playgroups: new & established. Occasional child care. Party/ meeting rooms for hire. Ph 9889 0791, e: [email protected], w: bowenstreet.org.au

Box Hill South Neighbourhood House47 Kitchener St.Days: Weight exercises, watercolour, eBay, computers, cryptic crosswords, digital camera, ESL, gardening, slow walking, lunches. Fri a.m. playgroup. Nights: pilates, Spanish, watercolour, book club, yoga, yoga 50+, French, oil painting, folk art.Weekend: pilates, writers’ group, Sun. excursions. 9am–2pm school terms. Room hire available. Ph 9898 8270,e: [email protected], w: http://bhsnh.org.au

Camberwell Community Centre33 Fairholm Grove, Camberwell. Ph: 9882 2611Watercolour, Drawing, Mandalas, French, German, Family History, Interior Decorating, Writing, Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Strong People Stay Young, Tai Chi, Walking Group, Floristry, Book Club, Supervised Bridge, Solo, Scrabble, Mah-jong, Knit and Stitch, after school Art and Pottery. e: [email protected]

Canterbury Neighbourhood Centre171 Canterbury Rd.9.30am–3.30pm Mon, Tue, Thur; 9.30am–12.30pm Wed & Fri. We welcome all enquiries and interest. Contact us for a detailed program guide and further info. Ph 9830 4214.e: [email protected], w: canterburynh.org.au

Surrey Hills Neighbourhood Centre157 Union Rd, Surrey Hills. Ph 9890 2467Ofice hrs: Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm w: www.surreyhillsnc.org.aue: [email protected] Hire: children’s parties, afternoon teas, workshops. Activities: Drop in Morning Tea, Men’s Discussion Group, Men’s Cooking, Laughter Club. Playgroups, Creative Dance. Art, Knitting, Cooking classes. Active Living 55+ Fitness, Bike Riding, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, Walking, Yoga, Stress Management.

Waverley Community Learning Centre5 Fleet St, Mt Waverley. Art, creative writing, CPR, irst aid, English for migrants, intro to computers, Spanish, French, German. pottery, latin limba, dressmaking, digital photography, lit. studies, calligraphy, crochet, gentle exercise, pilates, yoga.Ofice Hours 9am–4pm. Ph 9807 6011, e: [email protected]: waverleycommunitylearningcentre.org.au

Community Centres & Activities


SOCIAL ACTIVITIES “Lots of laughter times” New “WINE & DESIGNING” (materials supplied)

Design an art piece over a glass of wine and nibbles. Fun! 1st & 3rd Friday mthly. 7.30 pm

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Community BUS TRIPS – Various venues $15 3rd Thursday in the month, ring for details. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ST PATRICKS LUNCHEON – Mon 17 March 1.00pm Great food, - green food! Book early

LADIES SOCIAL GROUP 2nd Thurs in the mth Lots of laughter, coffee shops, sharing Head & shoulder massages and outings. Bring a friend, meet new friends. only $3.00 . 12.30pm Bring your friends or meet new friends.

MEN’S MORNING GROUP & with a mthly

breakfast. Bookings essential. Meets Fridays 9.30am. Free mnthly breakfast.

MEN’S SOCIAL GROUP- 1ST Wed mthly 1.00pm

Cards, Table Tennis, lots of chatter & yarns.

BURWOOD NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE

All Welcome!

So much under one roof - something for everyone

1 Church Street Burwood 3125

Phone: 9808 6292

Short Courses/Activities Term 1 - 2014

“FREE” 1 hr Sessions (Newcomers) PILATES Beginners 7.30pm Mon 3 Feb Balance & Flex 11.30 am Tues 4 Feb Line Dancing 12.30pm Tues 4 Feb Tai Chi 11.30 am Thu 6 Feb Strength Training 11.30 am Fri 7 Feb ZUMBA 40+ 10.00 am Fri 7 Feb Bookings essential

BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP, Last Friday in the month. 11.00am – 1.00pm.

HEALTH & WELLBEING * LANGUAGE –French & Italian for beginners Meditation am/pm, Pilates, Yoga, TAI CHI Balance for Seniors, Strength Training - 3 DAYS Zumba 40 + , Scrabble & Support groups.

DANCE Classes – GOOD FUN! Be fit & healthy L:ine Dancing and Zumba for over 40s

Computers -Small lab - 4 a class

Beginners , Word, EXCEL

email & internet Skype Ipad, Ipod MYOB / QUICK Bookds ,Digital Photos, Online Shopping. Individual sessions available Day & Evening classes – $15 /hr. *: Class dates & time are subject to change .

New community project for Burwood Neighbourhood House. –Knitted Knockers. Knitted Prosthesis for Breast cancer women who have had a mastectomy. Do you know someone we can support with a FREE knitted prothesis? Are you a knitter? Would you like to support this project with your knitting? Phone for details. PH: 9808 6292

PLAYGROUP & MOTHER’S GROUPS Large

room & backyard. VACANCIES: Low cost sessions morning or afternoon.

* PLAYGROUP with facilitator. FRI 10 am Free Come & try - Fri 7 Feb Grandparents/ Carers Playgroup Tues

3 to 4 yrs SESSION THURS 9.30-11.30pm

Email: [email protected] .au * House & Room Hire available

“Small Steps RECOVERY” Program New exercise class at this centre. Have you had a hip or knee replacement? Have you had an accident? Continue your rehab exercises at The “House”. Bookings essential


Dance Play Creative Movement for 1 year olds up to school age,

Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Funk, Contemporary, VCE Dance- all units, Musical Theatre,

Creative DramaAdult classes in Pilates, Ballet,Tap,

Intro to Ballet & Dance DMM–Dance Movement and Music Workshops

for children with additional educational needs

13-15 Yertchuk Avenue, Ashwood(next to Parkhill Primary & Ashwood Memorial Kindergarten)

Email [email protected] Ph 9888 3354

www.bdcdance.com.au

Principal since 1994 Joanne Watt BA Dance, GradDip. Movement&Dance,

Dip. DanceTeaching & Management

FUN ~ FITNESS ~ SOCIAL ~ CREATIVE

• Art

Monash Gallery of Art860 Ferntree Gully Rd, Wheelers HillChanging exhibitions all year around. Closed Mon.Ph 8544 0500, w: mga.org.au

Strathdon Community’s 11th Annual Art ExhibitionStrathdon Community Centre, 17 Jolimont Rd, Forest Hill

21-23 Mar. Opens Fri 21 Mar 7pm. Entries close Fri 28 Feb 4pm.

Prizes $300-$1000. www.unitingagewell.org or ph. 03 9845 3105

The Highway Gallery14 The Highway, Mount Waverley

Changing exhibitions all year around. Open Wed to Sun.

Ph. 8907 7261; w: highwaygallery.com.au

• Music and Concerts

Baker Street Studios2A Florence St, Burwood.

One performance a month, recorded for possible release on vinyl.

Booking essential. Ph 8689 9910, w: liveatbakerstreet.com

Box Hill Ballet AssociationAnnual Performance: Snow White & Rose Red

Sat 14 Dec, 2pm & 7.30pm at The Whitehorse Centre,

379 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading.

Bookings: 0449 998 530, e: [email protected]

Christmas with the Australian Boys ChoirJoin us for a long standing festive tradition

Tuesday 17 December, 7pm

Melbourne Recital Centre

Tickets at www.melbournerecital.com.au

Glen Eira City Choir PresentsSt James Anglican Church, 1461 High St, Glen Iris

Sun, 8 Dec, 2.30pm - Christmas Here and Christmas There$25, $22 conc. Afternoon Tea (Gold Coin) 0423 129 371.

Tickets avail. at door or www.gleneiracitychoir.org.au

The Boite Surrey Music CaféBox Hill Community Arts Centre, 470 Station St. Box Hill.

Tickets $18 at www surreymusic.com or 9262 655

victorian Jazz WorkshopsVictorian Jazz Archive Inc., 15 Mountain Hwy, Wantirna.

Workshops, proicient musicians, ages open. Bring your own instrument. Ph 0409 964 753.

Arts & Entertainment

• Theatre and Film

Camberwell Film SocietyCamberwell Community Centre, 33 Fairholm Gr. (Mel 59 J1).Meets 3rd Wed. Feb-Nov. Screenings at 7:30pm.Ph Bill 9347 6969.

Hartwell Players IncAshwood College Performing Arts Centre, Vannam Dv. (off High St) (Mel 60 J10). Melbourne’s oldest community theatre, est. 1938.Bookings: [email protected]. Ph 9513 9581.

Peridot TheatreUnicorn Theatre, Lechte Rd, Mt Waverley. (Mel 61 F11).Ofice hrs: 10am- 5pm M-F.Bookings: John 1300 138 645 (toll free), 9898 9090 (mobiles).

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