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Let’s celebrate Cultural Diversity

Week together

16 to 24 March 2019

140COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN

100 LANGUAGES

90 FAITHS

ONEHOBSONS BAY COMMUNITY

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Message from the MayorProud to Belong - your generation, your stories

Come out and meet your neighbours, share your cultures, celebrate the community’s many languages and learn about each other’s faiths. We don’t even have to leave Hobsons Bay to enjoy iconic architecture, worldly flavours, and spiritual adventures. It is all right here in our local community. From our First Nation people to our successive waves of migrants, our diversity is continually changing and shaping our community. Let’s celebrate this diversity together to connect and share in our common humanity.

Council acknowledges that these activities occur on the traditional lands of the Kulin Nation. We recognise the First People’s relationship to this land and offer our respect to their elders, past and present.

“On behalf of all the Victorian Multicultural Commission, we commend Hobsons Bay City Council for its dedication to celebrating diversity and helping inclusion to thrive. The Commission is a very proud partner of Hobsons Bay, one of Victoria’s most diverse areas which embraces its diversity as an asset and strength. We wish all Hobsons Bay residents a very happy Cultural Diversity Week, and look forward to enjoying the colourful array of events with you.”

Ms Helen Kapalos Chairperson of the Victorian Multicultural Commission

"This brochure brings you one week of fun and engaging activities across Hobsons Bay.

I am so pleased with our 2019 Cultural Diversity Week events program and I look forward to going to as many of the events as possible! I am proud that our local community centres and neighbourhood houses, local community groups and Council are contributing to such a wonderful program to celebrate our diversity.”

Councillor Jonathon Marsden Mayor of Hobsons Bay

“We love participating in Cultural Diversity Week in Hobsons Bay each year! Events like Harmony Community Lunch and Places of Worship Tours have united us and broadened our minds.”

Ms Myly Nguyen Hobsons Bay Interfaith Network member and Hobsons Bay Vietnamese Association President

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Ang Cultural Diversity Week (Linggo ng Pagkakaiba-iba ng Kultura) ay ipinagdiriwang sa Victoria tuwing Marso ng bawat taon. Sa taong ito ang programa ay ipagdiriwang mula 16 hanggang 24 Marso 2019.

Lumabas at kilalanin ang iyong mga kapitbahay, ibahagi ang iyong mga kultura, ipagdiwang ang iyong mga wika at alamin ang tungkol sa mga pananampalataya ng bawat isa. Hindi na natin kailangan pang lisanin ang Hobsons Bay upang magkaroon ng maraming karanasan sa mga ikonikong arkitektura, pandaigdigang mga panlasa, at espirituwal na mga pakikipagsapalaran. Ang lahat ay narito na sa ating lokal na komunidad. Mula sa ating Unang Angkan na mga tao hanggang sa ating sunud-sunod na mga alon ng mga migrante, ang ating pagkakaiba-iba ay patuloy na nagbabago at humuhubog sa ating komunidad. Sama-sama nating ipagdiwang ang pagkakaiba-ibang ito, makipag-ugnayan at makibahagi sa ating panlahatang sangkatauhan.

Ang polyetong ito ay magdudulot sa iyo ng isang linggo ng kasiyahan at kaakit-akit na mga gawain sa Hobsons Bay.

Kung kailangan mo ng impormasyon tungkol sa mga kaganapan sa iyong wika, tawagan ang Hobsons Bay Language Line sa 9932 1212 - maaari kang maki-ugnay sa isang interpreter at makipag-usap sa aming Customer Service Officer (Kawani ng Serbisyo sa Kostumer) sa iyong wika.

يتم االحتفال بأسبوع التنوع الثقافي في فيكتوريا كل عام في شهر آذار/مارس. وهذا العام سيقام البرنامج من 16 إلى 24 آذار/مارس 2019.

أخرجوا واجتمعوا مع جيرانكم، وشاركوا ثقافاتكم، واحتفلوا بلغاتكم العديدة، وتعّرفوا على معتقدات بعضكم البعض. ال يتعين علينا حتى مغادرة Hobsons Bay للحصول على تجارب غنية من العمارة

الشهيرة والنكهات العالمية والمغامرات الروحية. كل شيء هنا في مجتمعنا المحلي. ومن شعبنا األّول إلى موجاتنا المتعاقبة من المهاجرين، يتغّير تنوعنا باستمرار ويشّكل مجتمعنا. دعونا نحتفل بهذا التنوع

معاً، والتواصل والمشاركة في إنسانيتنا المشتركة.

.Hobsons Bay يجلب لكم هذا الكتيب أسبوعاً من األنشطة الممتعة والجذابة في جميع أنحاء

Hobsons Bay إذا كنتم تحتاجون إلى معلومات حول هذه الفعاليات بلغتكم، فيرجى االتصال بخطللغات على الرقم 1212 9932 - يمكنكم االتصال بمترجم والتحدث إلى موظف خدمة العمالء بلغتكم.

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विक्टोरिया में हि साल मार्च महीने में सांस क्ृ वि् विविधिा सप्ाह (Cultural Diversity Week) ्ा जश्न मनाया जािा ह।ै इस साल इस ्ाय्चक्रम ्ा संरालन 16 से 24 मार्च 2019 ि् क्या जाएगा।

आएँ औि अपने पड़टोवसयों से वमलें, अपनी संस क्ृ वि सांझी ्िें, अपनी ्ई भाषाओं ्ा जश्न मनाएँ औि ए् दसूिे ्े धम्च ्े बािे में जानें। प्रविवठिि िासितु्ला, संसाि भि ्े सिाकदष्ट व्ंजनों, औि आधयाव्म् ्ाययों ्े समकृद्ध अनतुभि ्िने ्े वलए हमें Hobsons Bay छटोड़्ि ्हीं औि जाने ्ी ज़रूिि भी नहीं ह।ै यह सब यहाँ हमािे स्ानीय समतुदाय में उपलबध ह।ै हमािे First Nation (पहले िाष्टीय) लटोगों से ले्ि हमािे ्वरि् प्रिावसयों ्ी शकृंखलाओं ि्, हमािी विविधिा में लगािाि बदलाि हटो िहा ह ैऔि यह हमािे समतुदाय ्टो आ्ाि द ेिही ह।ै रलटो वमल्ि इस विविधिा ्ा जश्न मनाएँ औि अपनी सांझी मानििा में ए् दसूिे से संप ््च स्ावपि ्िें औि जान्ािी ्ा आदान-प्रदान ्िें।

यह पतुवसि्ा आप्टो पूिे Hobsons Bay में ए् सप्ाह ्ी आननदमयी औि ियसि िखने िाली गविविवधयों ्ी जान्ािी दिेी ह।ै

यकद आप्टो अपनी भाषा में समािटोहों से समबवनधि जान्ािी ्ी ज़रूिि ह,ै िटो क्ृ पया Hobsons Bay Language Line ्टो 9932 1212 पि फटोन ्िें – आप अपनी भाषा में क्सी दतुभावषए से ्नेक् ्ि स्िे/स्िी हैं औि हमािे ग्ाह् सेिा अवध्ािी से बाि ्ि स्िे/स्िी हैं।

Η Εβδομάδα Πολιτισμικής Ποικιλομορφίας γιορτάζεται στη Βικτώρια κάθε χρόνο το Μάρτιο. Φέτος το πρόγραμμα διαρκεί από τις 16 έως τις 24 Μαρτίου 2019.

Ελάτε να συναντήσετε τους γείτονές σας, να μοιραστείτε τους πολιτισμούς σας, να γιορτάσετε τις πολλές γλώσσες σας και να μάθετε για τις θρησκείες άλλων ανθρώπων. Δεν χρειάζεται ούτε καν να πάτε εκτός του Hobsons Bay για να έχετε πλούσιες εμπειρίες εμβληματικής αρχιτεκτονικής, κοσμικές γεύσεις και πνευματικές περιπέτειες. Όλα βρίσκονται εδώ στην τοπική μας κοινότητα. Από τους ανθρώπους του Πρώτου μας Έθνους έως τα διαδοχικά κύματα των μεταναστών μας, η ποικιλομορφία μας αλλάζει διαρκώς και διαμορφώνει την κοινότητά μας. Ας γιορτάσουμε αυτή την ποικιλομορφία μαζί, να συνδεθούμε και να μοιραστούμε την κοινή μας ανθρωπότητα.

Το παρόν φυλλάδιο σάς φέρνει μια εβδομάδα διασκέδασης και ενδιαφέρουσες δραστηριότητες σε όλο το Hobsons Bay.

Εάν χρειάζεστε πληροφορίες στη γλώσσα σας σχετικά με τις εκδηλώσεις, παρακαλούμε καλέστε τη Γλωσσική Γραμμή Hobsons Bay στο 9932 1212 – και θα συνδεθείτε με ένα διερμηνέα και θα μιλήστε στον Λειτουργό μας Εξυπηρέτησης Πελάτων στη γλώσσα σας.

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La Settimana della diversità culturale viene celebrata in Victoria ogni anno in marzo. Quest’anno il programma si svolge dal 16 al 24 marzo 2019.

Venite a incontrare i vostri vicini di casa, condividete la vostre culture, celebrate le vostre tante lingue e imparate qualcosa delle fedi religiose di ognuno. Non abbiamo nemmeno bisogno di lasciare Hobsons Bay per avere ricche esperienze d’architettura di rilievo, di sapori d’ogni parte del mondo, e avventure spirituali. E’ tutto qui da noi nella nostra comunità. Dalle persone della Prima Nazione alle successive ondate di migranti, la nostra diversità continua a trasformarsi e a dare forma alla nostra comunità. Celebriamo assieme questa diversità, colleghiamoci e condividiamo la nostra comune umanità.

Questo opuscolo vi offre una settimana di attività divertenti e coinvolgenti in tutta Hobsons Bay.

Se avete bisogno di informazioni sulle manifestazioni nella vostra lingua, potete chiamare La Linea telefonica informativa di Hobsons Bay al 9932 1212 – potete mettervi in contatto con un interprete e parlare con un nostro addetto per i servizi agli utenti nella vostra lingua.

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KAREN

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Il-Ġimgħa tad-Diversità Kulturali tiġi ċċelebrata fil-Victoria kull sena f’Marzu. Din is-sena il-programm itul mis-16 sal-24 ta’ Marzu 2019.

Ejjew u ltaqgħu mall-ġirien tagħkom, aqsmu magħhom il-kulturi tagħkom, iċċelebraw il-ħafna lingwi tagħkom u tgħallmu dwar it-twemmin tagħkom. M’hemmx għalfejn inħallu Hobsons Bay biex niksbu esperjenzi rikki ta’ arkitetura ikonika, togħmiet diniji, u avventuri spiritwali Jinsabu kollha hawn fil-komunita' lokali tagħna. Minn nies tal-Ewwel Nazzjon sal-mewġiet suċċessivi tal-migranti, id-diversità tagħna qed kontinwament tinbidel u ssawwar il-komunità tagħna. Ejja niċċelebraw din id-diversità flimkien, nikkonettjaw u naqsmu flimkien l-umanità komuni tagħna.

Dan il-fuljett iġib flimkien ġimgħa ta’ divertiment u attivitajiet fejn wieħed jieħu sehem madwar Hobsons Bay.

Jekk għandek bżonn tagħrif dwar l-avvenimenti fil-lingwa tiegħek, jekk jogħġbok ċempel lill-Linja Telefonika tal-Lingwa ta’ Hobsons Bay fuq 9932 1212 – int tista’ taqbad ma’ interpretu u titkellem mal-Uffiċjal tas-Servizz tal-Klijent fil-lingwa tiegħek.

Неделата на културна разновидност се прославува во Викторија во март секоја година. Годинава програмата тече од 16 до 24 март 2019.

Дојдете и сретнете се со вашите соседи, споделете ги вашите култури, прославете ги вашите многуте јазици и научете за верите на секој од вас. Не треба ни да излеземе од Хобсонс Беј за да имаме богати искуства за типична архитектура, светски вкусови и духовни авантури. Убаво е тука во нашата локална заедница. Од народот на нашата Прва нација до нашите последователни бранови на доселеници, нашата разновидност постојано се менува и ја обликува нашата заедница. Ајде да ја прославиме таа разновидност заедно, да ја поврзуваме и споделуваме нашата заедничка човечка природа.

Оваа книшка ви донесува една недела на забава и привлечни активности ширум Хобсонс Беј.

Ако ви требаат информации за настаните на македонски јазик, ве молиме јавете се на Повеќејазичната линија на Хобсонс Беј на 9932 1212 – со наш претставник од Службата за потрошувачи може да разговарате на македонски со помош на преведувач.

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多元文化周每年三月在维多利亚州举办。今年的举办日期为2019年3月16日到24日。请来和您的邻居们聚会，分享你们的文化，宣传各种语言，了解各自的信仰。我们甚至不必离开Hobsons Bay就能欣赏著名建筑，享受全球美味，开展精神探索，丰富的体验层出不穷。所有这些尽在我们的本地社区中。从原住民到纷至沓来的移民，我们的多元化在不断地变化和塑造着我们的社区。让我们一起庆祝这种多元化，在共同的人性基础上互相联系和分享。本手册为您介绍这一周内将在Hobsons Bay各地举行的各种充满乐趣的活动。如果您需要用您的语言提供的活动信息，请拨打Hobsons Bay语言热线9932 1212，您可以接通口译员，用您的语言和我们的客户服务专员交谈。

ਵਿਕਟੋਰੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਰੇਕ ਸਾਲ ਮਾਰਚ ਮਹੀਨੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਵਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਵਿਵਿੰਨਤਾ ਹਫਤੇ (Cultural Diversity Week) ਦਾ ਜਸ਼ਨ ਮਨਾਇਆ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ਸਾਲ ਇਸ ਪ੍ੋਗ੍ਾਮ ਦਾ ਸੰਚਾਲਨ 16 ਤੋਂ 24 ਮਾਰਚ 2019 ਤਕ ਕੀਤਾ ਜਾਿੇਗਾ।

ਆਓ ਅਤੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਗੁਆਂਢੀਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਵਮਲੋ, ਆਪਣੇ ਸਵਿਆਚਾਰ ਨੰੂ ਸਾਂਝਾ ਕਰੋ, ਆਪਣੀਆਂ ਕਈ ਿਾਸ਼ਾਿਾਂ ਦਾ ਜਸ਼ਨ ਮਨਾਓ ਅਤੇ ਇੱਕ ਦੂਜੇ ਦੇ ਧਰਮ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣੋ। ਪ੍ਵਸੱਧ ਆਰਕੀਟੈਕਚਰ, ਦੁਨੀਆ ਿਰ ਦੇ ਸਿਾਵਦਸ਼ਟ ਿੋਜਨ, ਅਤੇ ਰੂਹਾਨੀ ਕਾਰਜਾਂ ਦੇ ਿਰਪੂਰ ਤਜਰਬੇ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਸਾਨੰੂ Hobsons Bay ਛੱੜ ਕੇ ਵਕਸੇ ਦੂਜੀ ਥਾਂ ਜਾਣ ਦੀ ਲੋੜ ਨਹੀਂ ਹੈ। ਇਹ ਸਿ ਇੱਥੇ ਸਾਡੀ ਸਥਾਨਕ ਬਰਾਦਰੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਉਪਲਬਧ ਹੈ। ਸਾਡੇ First Nation (ਪਵਹਲੇ ਕੌਮੀ) ਲੋਕਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਸਾਡੇ ਕਵਮ੍ਕ ਪ੍ਿਾਸੀਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਲੜੀਆਂ ਤਕ, ਸਾਡੀ ਵਿਵਿੰਨਤਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਤਬਦੀਲੀ ਹੋ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਇਹ ਸਾਡੀ ਬਰਾਰਦੀ ਨੰੂ ਆਕਾਰ ਦੇ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ। ਆਓ ਵਮਲਕੇ ਇਸ ਵਿਵਿੰਨਤਾ ਦਾ ਜਸ਼ਨ ਮਨਾਇਏ ਅਤੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਮਾਨਿਤਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਇੱਕ ਦੂਜੇ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਪਰਕ ਸਥਾਵਪਤ ਕਰੀਏ ਅਤੇ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਦਾ ਿਟਾਂਦਰਾ ਕਰੀਏ।

ਇਹ ਬਰੋਸ਼ਰ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਪੂਰੇ Hobsons Bay ਵਿੱਚ ਇੱਕ ਹਫਤੇ ਦੀਆਂ ਆਨੰਦਮਈ ਅਤੇ ਵਿਅਸਤ ਰੱਖਣ ਿਾਲੀਆਂ ਗਤੀਵਿਧੀਆਂ ਦੀ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਵਦੰਦਾ ਹੈ।

ਜੇਕਰ ਤੁਹਾਨੰੂ ਆਪਣੀ ਿਾਸ਼ਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਮਾਰੋਹਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਸੰਬੰਧਤ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਦੀ ਲੋੜ ਹੈ, ਤਾਂ ਵਰਿਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ Hobsons Bay Language Line ਨੰੂ 9932 1212 ਤੇ ਫੋਨ ਕਰੋ – ਤੁਸੀਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਿਾਸ਼ਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਵਕਸੇ ਦੋਿਾਸ਼ੀਏ ਨਾਲ ਕਨੈਕਟ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਡੇ ਗਾਹਕ ਸੇਿਾ ਅਵਧਕਾਰੀ ਨਾਲ ਗੱਲਬਾਤ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ।

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SIMPLIFIED CHINESE

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Local English Language SupportLooking to undertake a course or program to improve on your English language skills? Contact one of the local community centres listed below. These courses are delivered across Hobsons Bay – in Williamstown, Spotswood, Altona North, Altona Meadows and Laverton.

Courses may be government funded or subsidised. Both centres are Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) offering accredited courses such as Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) and the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP), and Conversational English and Life Skills groups, plus many other courses to support people settling into Hobsons Bay and Australia.

For more information visit their websites or call on the details below:

Williamstown Community and Education Centre www.williamstown-spotswoodcc.org.au or contact Lynne on 9397 6168

Laverton Community Education Centre www.lcis.org.au or contact 9369 2726

Hàng năm, Tuần lễ Văn hoá Đa dạng được tổ chức ở Victoria vào tháng 3. Năm nay chương trình này sẽ kéo dài từ ngày 16 đến ngày 24 tháng 3 năm 2019.

Hãy tới đó và gặp hàng xóm láng giềng của quý vị, chia sẻ nền văn hoá của mình, ca tụng nhiều ngôn ngữ đa dạng của quý vị và học hỏi tín ngưỡng của nhau. Chúng ta thậm chí không cần rời khỏi Hobson Bay mà vẫn có được những trải nghiệm phong phú về kiến trúc mang tính biểu tượng, các hương vị trên thế giới, và các cuộc phiêu lưu về tinh thần. Tất cả đều ở ngay tại nơi đây trong cộng đồng địa phương của chúng ta. Từ những người từ Quốc gia Đầu tiên của chúng ta cho tới các làn sóng nhập cư kế tiếp, tính đa dạng của chúng ta không ngừng thay đổi và hình thành nên cộng đồng của mình. Hãy cùng nhau ca tụng tính đa dạng này, hãy kết nối và chia sẻ trong cộng đồng nhân loại chung.

Cuốn tài liệu này mang lại cho quý vị một tuần lễ đầy những hoạt động thú vị và hấp dẫn trên khắp Hobson Bay.

Nếu quý vị cần thông tin về các sự kiện bằng ngôn ngữ của mình, xin hãy gọi cho Đường dây Ngôn ngữ Hobson Bay theo số 9932 1212 - quý vị có thể được nối với thông dịch viên và nói chuyện với Nhân viên Phục vụ Khách hàng của chúng tôi bằng ngôn ngữ của quý vị.

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Explore Hobsons Bay during the Australian Heritage Festival.

For all Heritage Hobsons Bay information visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/heritagehobsonsbay or call the Hobsons Bay Visitor Centre on 9932 4310

18 April to 19 May 2019

Part of the Australian Heritage Festival

Why should my school become a member of the ESAV?

• support for your activity

• opportunities to improve quality educational programs

• increased educational opportunities

• representation before government

• improved prospects for increased funding campaigns

• opportunity to have a say on government policy

• enhances community building capacity

• coordination of language specific groups

• coordinated Professional Development

• opportunity to meet a wide range community groups

The profile of community languages schools in Victoria is enhanced through a strong, focused and active association.

The ESAV provides you, your school, your teachers, parents and students opportunity to participate in many activities that enhance linguistic and cultural maintenance.

Contact us today via Mr Fahry Abubaker, Executive Officer

Phone. (03) 9349 2683Email. [email protected] or [email protected]

Ethnic Schools Association of Victoria (ESAV) represents over 200 community languages schools in Victoria. Community languages schools provide quality languages, educational and cultural maintenance programs to over 36,000 students in 55 languages in Victoria They are complementary providers of language education in mainstream schools.

the achievements of local women on the 8 March as part of International Women’s Day.

Please email commdev@hobsonsbay. vic.gov.au for more information

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Want to know about family, youth and children’s services, arrange a building permit or get a new recycling bin? Call the Hobsons Bay Language Line.

It offers recorded information about key Council services in nine community languages, with an option to connect directly to an interpreter and Council Officer.

Recorded information is available in Greek, Vietnamese, Arabic, Italian, Cantonese, Macedonian, Mandarin, Karen and English. We have interpreters for other languages.

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Phone. (03) 9932 1212

Calendar of events MarchEvent Location

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Sunday 17 March to Sunday 24 March 7.30am to 3pm

Portraits of Diversity Spotwood

Tuesday 19 March Sunday 31 March 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday 11am to 3pm Saturday to Sunday

MAFA Melbourne Art for Asylum Seekers Exhibition

Altona

Monday 18 March

7am to 8am Wayapa Williamstown

9am to 1pm Places of worship tour Altona

10am to 12pm Newport Lakes native plant walk and talk

Newport

Tuesday 19 March

10am to 12.30pm Preschool Multicultural Morning

Newport

10am to 12pm Celebrating Cultural Diversity Playgroup

South Kingsville

11am to 1pm Intercultural Clean Up Seaholme

12pm to 1pm Welcome to Willy Aussie BBQ!

Williamstown

1pm to 2pm Come and try Tai Chi Seabrook

4pm to 5pm Games and crafts from around the world

Altona North


Newport

7pm to 9pm “We were always there”: Multicultural, multifaith, LGBTIQ+ telling stories about their childhoods

Newport

Wednesday 20 March

10am to 1pm Belonging through stories and games

Laverton

11am to 12pm 'My Muslim life: An insight' Newport

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6pm to 8pm Chinese dumpling making Newport

6pm to 8pm Connecting Community Brooklyn

6.30pm to 7.30pm Our shared table: Food is our culture and our spirit

Newport

Thursday 21 March

8.30am to 10.30am Break for Harmony Seabrook

10am to 12pm Want to make a difference – try mentoring in schools

Altona North

10.30am to 11.15am Bonjour, Ciao, Ahlan bik! Altona

11am to 1pm Open Door – Open Table @ Williamstown Police Station

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7am to 8am Wayapa Williamstown

12pm to 2pm Community Café – Tell Us Your Story

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Saturday 23 March

11.30am to 1.30pm Share the joy of food and music

Newport

12pm to 5pm Victoria’s Multicultural Festival Melbourne/Victoria

6pm to 9pm Culture Waves Melbourne/Victoria

Tuesday 26 March

10am to 3pm International Peace Day Party Newport

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Altona Meadows Library 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows

Altona Meadows Community Centre 28 Trafalgar Avenue, Altona Meadows

Seabrook Community Centre 14 Truganina Avenue, Seabrook

Hobsons Bay Civic Centre 115 Civic Parade, Altona

Altona Baptist Church Hall 14 Sargood Street, Altona

Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre 5 Sargood Street, Altona

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Altona Meadows Library 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows

Altona Meadows Community Centre 28 Trafalgar Avenue, Altona Meadows

Seabrook Community Centre 14 Truganina Avenue, Seabrook

Hobsons Bay Civic Centre 115 Civic Parade, Altona

Altona Baptist Church Hall 14 Sargood Street, Altona

Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre 5 Sargood Street, Altona

Altona Yacht Club / Seaholme Beach 10 Beach St, Seaholme

WG Cresser Reserve Seaholme

Brooklyn Community Hall 52 Cypress Avenue, Brooklyn

Walker Close Community Centre 180 Millers Road, Altona North

Altona North Community Library Corner Millers and McArthurs Roads, Altona North

South Kingsville Community Centre 43 Paxton Street, South Kingsville

Spotswood Community House 598 Melbourne Road, Spotswood

Chase Cafe 80 Hudsons Road, Spotswood

Newport Lakes Lakes Drive, Newport

Newport Community Education Centre and Outlets Co-Operative Neighbourhood House 43 Mason Street, Newport

Newport Community Hub / Library / Hobsons Bay UP – Belong Youth Lounge 13-17 Mason Street, Newport

Williamstown Library 104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown

Senior Citizens Building 109 Ferguson Street, Williamstown

Williamstown Community and Education Centre (Joan Kirner House) 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown

Williamstown Botantic Gardens 97-99 Osbourne Street, Williamstown

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Melbourne Art for Asylum Seekers (MAFA)Tuesday 19 March to Sunday 31 March Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday to Sunday, 11am to 3pmLouis Joel Arts and Community Centre 5 Sargood Street, Altona

MAFA is a group of volunteers dedicated to hosting quality art workshops for people seeking asylum both inside and outside of detention. Come and explore this exhibition and hear from some of the artists about their arts journey, experience and story.

No bookings required

For more information call 9398 2511 or visit ljac.com.au

Cost: FREE

Places of Worship TourMonday 18 March 9am to 1pmAltona Civic Centre 115 Civic Parade, Altona

Join the Hobsons Bay Interfaith Network for an intimate bus tour through three places of worship in Hobsons Bay:

• Australian Islamic Centre Mosque, Newport • Williamstown Uniting Church and the • Russian Orthodox Church, Williamstown

9am – Meet at Hobsons Bay City Council, Altona

1pm – Finish and dropped back at Hobsons Bay City Council, Altona

Please wear comfortable shoes and modest clothing covering legs and shoulders.

Light lunch and refreshments provided. Bring a water bottle.

Please note places are strictly limited. Register at www.eventbrite.com.au/e/places-of-worship-tour-tickets-55387974924 or call 9932 1638

Cost: FREE

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Games and crafts from around the worldThursday 21 March 4pm to 5pmAltona Library 123 Queen Street, Altona

Come along to Cre8tive Kids Club at your local library branch and join us for an afternoon of games and crafts from around the world! Make some new friends and find out how children from other countries spend their play time. Suitable for primary school aged children (5 to 12 years old).

No bookings required (drop-in sessions)

Cost: FREE

Bonjour, Ciao, Ahlan bik!Thursday 21 March 10.30am to 11.15amAltona Library 123 Queen Street, Altona

More than 100 different languages are spoken in Hobsons Bay! Celebrate our diverse culture at Altona Library with storytelling in multiple languages with English translation. This active session will be filled with stories, songs and craft. Perfect for pre-schoolers and their families.

No bookings required

Cost: FREE

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Community Café – Tell Us Your Story Friday 22 March 12pm to 2pmAltona Meadows Community Centre 28 Trafalgar Avenue, Altona Meadows

Come along, enjoy a fantastic meal and be entertained by a Nigerian Dance Troupe. Share food and stories with people from other cultures and backgrounds. This free event is a community luncheon celebrating and recognising the cultural diversity of Hobsons Bay.

For bookings call 8368 0177

Cost: FREE

Games and crafts from around the world Friday 22 March 4pm to 5pmAltona Meadows Library and Learning Centre Central Square Shopping Centre 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows



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Games and crafts from around the worldTuesday 19 March 4pm to 5pmAltona North Community Library Cnr Millers and McArthurs Roads, Altona North

Come along to Cre8tive Kids Club at your local library branch and join us for an afternoon of games and crafts from around the world! Make some new friends and find out how children from other countries spend their leisure time. Suitable for primary school aged children (5 to 12 years old).


Cost: FREE

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Want to make a difference? Try mentoring in schools Thursday 21 March 10am to 12pmAltona North Community Library Cnr McArthurs and Millers Roads, Altona North

Our community is culturally diverse and our young people need mentors that respect and cultivate this diversity.

EdConnect is a not for profit organisation that connects community volunteers who want to make a difference with young people in school who need extra help.

Come to a free information/orientation session about mentoring in our local schools.

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• who can you mentor• when is it best to start • where can you mentor

For bookings and for more information email Rhonda Velkovski on [email protected]

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Belonging through stories and gamesWednesday 20 March 10am to 1pmLaverton Community Hub 95–105 Railway Avenue, Laverton

Here in Australia we love our games. We make friends, share stories and find community through games. Come and play. Learn about the cultural origins of several much loved games here in Australia.

Wear your traditional clothes that you can also be active in.

Try:

• cane ball (Burmese) • yoga (Indian) • netball (English) • clapping games (Liberian) • bush dance (Australian)

and many more…

Vegetarian lunch provided. No bookings required

Cost: FREE

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Connecting CommunityWednesday 20 March 6pm to 8pmBrooklyn Community Hall 2 Cypress Avenue, Brooklyn

Come and enjoy a range of cultural performances by local groups at Brooklyn Community Hall. Meet your neighbours, join in the dancing and celebrate our beautiful diversity. Performances include Maori, Congolese, and Tongan dancing and singing.

For bookings and more information contact Walker Close and Brooklyn Community Centre on 9318 0521 or email [email protected]

Cost: FREE

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Newport Lakes native plant walk and talkMonday 18 March 10am to 12pm Newport Lakes, Lakes Drive, Newport

Join the Hobsons Bay City Council’s Conservation Ranger for a walk and talk around Newport Lakes. Learn about Australian native plants and what to grow in your backyard. Then visit the Newport Lakes Native Nursery.

Children are welcome and the walk is accessible for prams but will involve going over uneven sloping ground.

Enter by turning off Mason Street, into Lakes Drive and meet at the main noticeboard in the car park.

For bookings and more information email [email protected] or phone 9932 1000

Cost: FREE

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'My Muslim life: An insight'Wednesday 20 March 11am to 12pmNewport Community Hub 13–15 Mason Street, Newport

Have you ever wanted to find out more about Islam? Homegrown Hobsons Bay writer Amal Abou-Eid joins us for morning tea and to share her experiences about being Muslim in Australia today. Amal will answer questions and help parents to guide conversations with their children about Islam and their Muslim friends. Copies of My Muslim Mate will be available for purchase.

Bookings to be made via the Hobsons Bay libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au or call 1300 HOB LIB, 1300 462 542

Cost: FREE

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Preschool Multicultural MorningTuesday 19 March 10am to 12.30pmOutlets Co-Operative Neighbourhood House 43 Mason Street, Newport

Come along and meet other young families in your community. Enjoy a morning of fun culturally diverse activities.

For bookings and more information email [email protected] or phone 9391 8504

Costs: FREE

Games and crafts from around the worldTuesday 19 March 4pm to 5pmNewport Community Hub 13–15 Mason Street, Newport



Cost: FREE

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QUICK GRANTS Can a Council grant assist your group to meet a local need?

Applications for the 2019 Quick Response Grants will open on 4 February 2019. Local community organisations, clubs and groups can apply for up to $10,000 for activities and projects that meet a community need and address Council priorities. Applications close 3 April 2019. For more information, visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/quickresponsegrants

Chinese dumpling makingWednesday 20 March 6pm to 8pmHall of Heart 17 Hall Street, Newport

Dumplings are a popular food in many different cultures. Learn how to make Chinese dumplings with other young people. And yes - you get to eat them too! (12 to 25 year olds)

For bookings contact Up Youth Services Hobsons Bay on 9932 1234

Costs: FREE

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“We were always there”: Multicultural, multifaith, LGBTIQ+ telling stories about their childhoodsTuesday 19 March 7pm to 9pmNewport Community Hub Program Room 2 13–15 Mason Street, Newport

Sad and funny, sexy and sensitive, angry and insightful. The deeply personal stories of childhood told and reflected upon at this event are from the Australian GLBTIQ Multicultural Council (AGMC) book, “Living and Loving in Diversity”. Meet some contributors and tell your own story as part of this rainbow of experiences and emotions, as diverse as the storytellers themselves.

Come on a journey of discovery through queer, multicultural, multifaith Australian childhoods, with voices from across the spectrum of sexualities and genders, families and relationships.

And bring along your childhood photos to share! Light supper provided.

Places are strictly limited. Register here: www.eventbrite.com.au/e/we-were-always-there-lgbtiq-multicultural-sharing-childhood-memories-tickets-53901830827

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Share the joy of food and music Saturday 23 March 11.30am to 1.30pmNewport Community Hub Program Room 2 13–15 Mason Street, Newport

The Vietnamese Association in Hobsons Bay and the Newport Fiddle & Folk Club invite you to come and share the joy of food and music in perfect harmony over a community lunch. Bring along your favourite dish to share. Wear orange or your traditional dress and enjoy the dancing and singing. Open to all.

For more information, contact Myly Nguyen on 0432 225 950 or email [email protected]

Cost: FREE – Bring a plate to share

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Our shared table: Food is our culture and our spiritWednesday 20 March 6.30pm to 7.30pmNewport Community Hub 13–15 Mason Street, Newport

Kathy Tsaples, popular author of Sweet Greek and Sweet Greek Life, is passionate about food celebrating life, taking traditional recipes and cooking them today to pass on to new generations.

For Kathy, food evokes memories she will treasure forever, learning to cook instinctually from her family who cherished family recipes shared over generations.

Join Kathy in a conversation about food as our culture and spirit.

You are encouraged to bring your own foodie stories.

Light refreshments will be served.

Bookings to be made via the Hobsons Bay libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au or call 1300 HOB LIB, 1300 462 542

Cost: FREE

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Community languages collections: Books, DVDs, CDs and magazines are available in eight community languages; Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, Greek, Italian, Maltese, Polish and Vietnamese.

PressReader provides instant access to more than 5000 magazines and newspapers, from 100 countries in 60 languages.

LibraryLink gives library members access to over nine million titles, including books, DVDs and CDs.

Library members can search for, and request, items belonging to other libraries and have them sent to their local library for collection. Bulk loans of up to 10 titles in a language other than English are free!

Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages such as English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian, German, Mandarin, Greek, Italian, Arabic and Vietnamese.

Bilingual picture books: Our bilingual picture book collection contains modern and classic stories in English and another language.

Visit your nearest Hobsons Bay Libraries branch to find out more or contact us:

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 1300 462 542

Visit: libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au

BOOKS, MOVIES AND MAGAZINES IN YOUR LANGUAGE

Hobsons Bay Libraries is proud to serve a multilingual community. You can access a range of resources in print and online with your library card.

Library membership is free and open to all.

Come and try tai chiTuesday 19 March 1pm to 2pmSeabrook Community Centre 15 Truganina Avenue, Seabrook

Come and experience the health benefits of traditional tai chi; an ancient Chinese martial art and fitness regime that suits all ages and fitness levels.

Bookings essential. Pleasecall 9932 3010 or pop into the centre to book

Cost: FREE

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International Peace Day PartyTuesday 26 March 10am to 3pmNewport Community Hub 13–15 Mason Street, Newport

Come dressed in the traditional clothes of your ancestral country to our International Peace Day Party! Hosted by the Victorian Arabic Social Services (VASS), we invite you to join Hobsons Bay community members of Lebanese and Moroccan origins and newly arrived Iraqi and Syrian migrants and refugees to participate in:

• somali Henna • a multicultural fashion parade • singing and dancing with an Arabic DJ • a multicultural feast

For bookings and more information call Lina Hassan on 9359 2861 or email [email protected]

Cost: FREE

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Break for HarmonyThursday 21 March 8.30am to 10.30amSeabrook Community Centre 15 Truganina Avenue, Seabrook

Meet new friends and share a light breakfast with new kindergarten families, centre visitors and neighbours to celebrate Seabrook’s diverse and rich community.

For bookings, please call 9932 3010 or pop into the centre to book

Cost: FREE

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Intercultural Clean Up SeaholmeTuesday 19 March 11am to 1pmWG Cresser Reserve Playground, Beach Street, Seaholme

Interested in sustainability and looking after your local environment? Want to meet other like-minded people across different cultures? Join us for a walk along Seaholme foreshore to collect, sort and clean up litter. The walk will be followed by a multicultural BBQ picnic at WG Cresser Reserve. Local community groups, Seaholme Sustainability Street and Altona Beach Patrol will be providing gloves, litter bags and hand washing facilities. All ages welcome. In the event of bad weather the event will be cancelled and participants will be notified.

Parking available on Beach Street, Altona and at the Altona Yacht Club carpark. WG Cresser Reserve is just a short walk from Seaholme Train Station

Bookings essential.Call the Waste and Litter Community Engagement Officer on 9932 1365 or visit www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au/fundraisers/HobsonsBay/Intercultural-Seaholme-Clean-Up

Cost: FREE

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Celebrating Cultural Diversity PlaygroupTuesday 19 March 10am to 12pmSouth Kingsville Community Centre 43 Paxton Street, South Kingsville

Families with young children are invited to join our playgroup for a morning of multicultural art, music and fun. Teas from around the world will be available for the group to enjoy. Feel free to bring a plate of food to share.

To book and for more information call 9399 3000 or email [email protected]

Cost: FREE

FREE

Portraits of diversitySunday 17 March to Sunday 24 March 7.30am to 3pm Chase Café 80 Hudsons Road, Spotswood

Enjoy your morning coffee while viewing painted portraits by local artist Malgorzata (Gosia) Blaszczyk. These portraits feature students from English Language Classes at the Spotswood Community Centre, showcasing the diversity of migrants and newly arrived people in our community.

No bookings required.

Cost: The price of a coffee or muffin

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WayapaMonday 18 March and Friday 22 March 7am to 8amWilliamstown Botanic Gardens

Start the day with a Wayapa workshop surrounded by the beautiful gardens and sea. Accredited practitioner Rowena Price will guide you through this Indigenous earth-connection and mindfulness practice that strengthened her connection to her Aboriginal Heritage.

Places strictly limited. To book and for more information call 9932 1638.

Cost: Free

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Welcome to Willy Aussie BBQ!Tuesday 19 March 12pm to 1pmJoan Kirner House 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown

Joan Kirner House will host a traditional Australian barbeque and all are welcome. Our English language students, centre staff, volunteers and patrons will be there too. The barbeque is a great opportunity to meet new people in your community.

To book and for more information call 9397 6168 or email [email protected]

Cost: FREE

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Open Door - Open Table @ Williamstown Police StationThursday 21 March 11am to 1pmWilliamstown Police Station 100 Nelson Place, Williamstown

Williamstown Police Station will be opening its doors, kitchen table and storybook to members of the public to celebrate Harmony Day and Cultural Diversity Week 2019. Come for a tour inside the station and enjoy a shared lunch where we will hear from a number of local Police officers who were born outside of the country about their journey to Australia.

Places are limited to 20 so please secure your seat via www.eventbrite.com.au/e/open-door-open-table-williamstown-police-station-tickets-55380754327

Cost: Free

FREE

Games and crafts from around the worldWednesday 20 March 4pm to 5pmWilliamstown Library 104 Ferguson Street, Williamstown



Cost: FREE

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English Conversation Club

Would you like to practise your English in a relaxed setting and make new friends? Join our English Conversation Club. It is a great way to meet people and enjoy conversations on a range of topics. Sessions are free, morning tea is provided, and everyone is welcome including children.

Where: Laverton Community Hub, 95-100 Railway Avenue When: Mondays, 10am to 11.30am (excluding school and public holidays)Contact: Laverton Community Hub, 8368 0100. Bookings not required.

English Conversation Class

Is English your new language? Come and improve your speaking at the weekly Conversation Class hosted by the Hobsons Bay Refugee Network.

This is a free class, with tea, coffee and biscuits provided.

Where: Altona LibraryWhen: Mondays, 1pm to 3pm (excluding school and public holidays)Contact: Jill MacKenzie 0439 994 705 [email protected] or Derek Leather 0402 747 422 [email protected]

If you would like to volunteer as a tutor please contact Jill.

In home English tutoring for people seeking asylum

West Welcome Wagon is a volunteer run not-for-profit dedicated to providing material aid and support to asylum seekers in the Melbourne’s West. West Welcome Wagon may be able to source and match a volunteer in home English tutor for people seeking asylum.

Where: Melbourne’s western suburbs and as per arrangement with West Welcome WagonWhen: As per arrangement with West Welcome WagonContact: [email protected], or to volunteer contact [email protected]

The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2019 the International Year of Indigenous Languages (IY2019) to raise awareness of the crucial role languages play in people’s daily lives.

In Australia, of the estimated original 250 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages, only around 120 are still spoken. Of these approximately 90 per cent are endangered.IY2019 is an opportunity to continue raising awareness and taking further actions to improve preservation and promotion of Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander languages.To get involved and find out more, visit www.arts.gov.au and Facebook www.facebook.com/IYIL2019

CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISHLooking to practise your English language skills? Try joining a local conversation class or club.

Hobsons Bay City Council, in partnership with local community groups, coordinates free small and friendly classes for people to practise their conversational skills and make new friends. Here are a few options:

Victoria's Multicultural FestivalSaturday 23 March 12pm to 5pmMelbourne/Victoria

The state’s premier multicultural festival has a fun-filled program of music, dance, film and activities throughout the day, sure to entertain people of all ages.

Contact: For further information visit culturaldiversityweek.vic.gov.au

Cost: FREE

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VICTORIA

Culture WavesSaturday 23 March 6pm to 9pmMelbourne/Victoria

Culture Waves takes us into the night with a special music event for young people. Featuring some of Victoria’s most acclaimed young artists, this free evening of incredible music celebrates how cultural diversity is influencing Victoria’s local music scene.

Contact: For further information visit culturaldiversityweek.vic.gov.au

Cost: FREE

Translation and Interpreting CareersConsidering a career as an interpreter or translator?

The Multicultural Language Services program is a key initiative of the Victorian Government aimed at improving interpreting and translating services for Victorians from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. A range of initiatives are in place to help increase the supply of

interpreters and translators in Victoria and to optimise the use of language services by government service providers. Improving the provision of language services will help make government services more accessible to Victorians with limited English language proficiency.

For more information visit: www.multicultural.vic.gov.au/projects-and-initiatives/improving-language-services

21MARCH

During Cultural Diversity Week, we celebrate Harmony Day on 21 March to mark the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

Pick up an orange ribbon at events and wear it to pledge not to commit, condone or remain silent about any form of racial or religious discrimination.

Hobsons Bay is proud to be home to people speaking over 100 different languages. At Hobsons Bay we celebrate this linguistic richness. Local language schools provide an opportunity for our community to:

• sustain and maintain connection to cultural traditions through language

• support diverse literacy and learning opportunities

• foster confidence, connection, pride and a sense of belonging

• learn something new and meet new people

Many of our local language schools are supported by the Community Centres around Hobsons Bay.

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ARABICMaarefa Incorporated Bayside P-12 College 33 Blenheim Road, Newport

For more information contact 9357 2000 or [email protected]

Happy Families School Laverton Community Hub 95–105 Railway Avenue, Laverton

For more information contact Hashim Hilal 0470 531 314 or Osman Omarit 0423 813 897 or [email protected]

FRENCHWilliamstown French Club Joan Kirner House 14 Thompson Street, Williamstown

French for primary school aged children and adults in a fun and informal atmosphere, using games and role-play to help children develop a basic vocabulary. Our games-based learning uses authentic contexts, role-play and song to help learners feel positive about learning French. Native speaking local teacher

For more information contact Jim Callahan 0432 719 034 or [email protected]

GERMANAlle Munchkins Williamstown

German for early years and primary school aged children in a fun atmosphere. Age appropriate classes.

For more information contact [email protected]

VIETNAMESEAltona North

Interested in learning Vietnamese? For more information contact 9332 2432 or [email protected]

SPANISHLittle Lingo Across inner-west Melbourne

This innovative program introduces families to the Spanish in a play-based setting. Both toddlers and their parents will learn Spanish using a play based approach which is fun and easy and will spark a keen interest in learning a foreign language.

For more information contact Brietta Keel 0402 696 688 or [email protected] facebook: @littlelingomelbourne

Spanish in Williamstown

Group classes, private tutoring, after-school clubs, toddler classes (Spanish for Bubbas), DELE and SIELE exam preparation. All ages, all levels. Gabriela Heinz has been teaching Spanish for more than 15 years in Spain, Hong Kong, England and now Australia.

For more information contact Gabriela Heinz 0467 097 102 or [email protected] www.spanishinwilliamstown.com.au

GREEKGreek Orthodox Community School of Hobsons Bay 272 Millers Road, Altona North

For further enquiries please contact the Principal 0452 545 284 or [email protected]

Omiros College Limited Bayside P-12 College, 1 McArthurs Road, Altona North

For more information contact 9380 6055 or [email protected]

CANTONESE and MANDARINAustralasian Centre of Chinese Studies (ACCS) Outlets Co-Operative Neighbourhood House 43 Mason Street, Newport

ACCS offers beginner Mandarin and Cantonese classes for children 4 years and above, on Thursdays from 3.45pm to 5.45pm.

For more information contact Olga Piscioneri on 0421 709 414 or [email protected]

MAORITe Reo Maioha Ki Poipiripi Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre 2 Newham Way, Altona Meadows

Te reo maioha ki poipiripi is a Maori language school that uses the Te Ataarangi method for juniors (10 to 14 years) and adults. Classes are held in Frankston and Altona Meadows.

For more information contact [email protected] or visit www.tereomaiohakipoipiripi.com

If your school isn't listed here please contact Council's Multicultural Officer on 9932 1638.

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Name What When Contact WhereAssociation of Young Indian Talents Indian musical night. All welcome. Contact for more information Ramesha on 0437 587 745 Laverton Community Hub

Community Tributaries We work with individuals and communities to promote social inclusion. We mentor individuals and run drop-in centres that facilitate individuals’ networking. We are starting an exciting new digital storytelling initiative that lets people share their experiences and promote their stories.

Contact for more information Helena on 0404 857 806 or website www.community tributaries.org

Walker Close Community Centre

Manmohini Indian Dance Regular classes for Indian Classical Kathak dance style Wednesday Mohini on 0421 084 366 Laverton Community Hub

Migrant Australia Education and information sessions for Filipinos Contact for more information May 0411 406 700 Laverton Community Hub

Nuholani Polynesian Dance and Hula / Ori Fitness. Dance and fitness workout, island style.

Contact for more information Noelani Le Nevez on 0411 329 550 and [email protected]

Laverton Community Hub

Italian Seniors Socialise and connect with the Italian community. Tuesday and Thursday 9932 1234 Newport Community Hub

Wangal United Engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kids and youth in cultural strengthening through dance.

Wednesday 6pm to 9pm [email protected] Laverton Community Hub

Balagokulam Hindu Dharma for children and parents. Enables children to appreciate their culture and learn Hindu values in a fun space.

Sunday 3.30pm Abhijit on 0402 081 193 Seabrook Community Centre

Hellinic Women’s Seniors Enjoy a relaxing and fun morning socialising with other women. All welcome. Wednesday, 11am to 2pm 9932 1234 Newport Community Hub

Macedonian Seniors Club Meet, socialise and practise customs. Wednesday, 10am to 2pm, every 1st, 2nd and 4th week of each month

Malica on 9314 5655 or 9369 4437

Brooklyn Community Hall

Greek Seniors Club All welcome. Wednesday, 10am to 3pm 9315 8244 Altona Meadows Community Centre

Chin Community Youth Group Choir practice and youth training program. Thursday, 6pm to 9pm Boi on 0401 933 270 Walker Close Community Centre

Tongan Pensioners Get-together, social activities, maintain cultures and beliefs. Friday, 8.45am to 2.15pm ATA on 8390 1976 or 0411 723 053


Tongan Youth Group Get-together, social activities, maintain cultures and beliefs. Friday 6pm to 9pm ATA on 8390 1976 or 0411 723 053


Tongan Community Group Get-together, social activities, maintain cultures and beliefs. Saturday, 6pm to 9pm Malieta on 0413 011 455 Walker Close Community Centre

Williamstown and District Greek Elderly Club Incorporated

Socialise with others from the Greek community. Drop in. Sunday, 11am to 3pm 9932 1234 Newport Community Hub

Cultures and beliefs diverse community group

All welcome. Our group includes Cook Islanders, Romanians, Burmese people and many other cultures.

Sunday, 9.30am to 2.30pm Ayelign on 9318 0521 Walker Close Community Centre

Supported playgroup for migrant and refugee families

Bilingual Language development and support for transitioning from kindergarten to school.

Wednesday, 10am to 12pm 9315 8244 Altona Meadows Community Centre

LOOKING FOR A CULTURAL GROUP LOCALLY?We have many diverse cultural community groups meeting regularly across Hobsons Bay.

Name What When Contact WhereAssociation of Young Indian Talents Indian musical night. All welcome. Contact for more information Ramesha on 0437 587 745 Laverton Community Hub

Community Tributaries We work with individuals and communities to promote social inclusion. We mentor individuals and run drop-in centres that facilitate individuals’ networking. We are starting an exciting new digital storytelling initiative that lets people share their experiences and promote their stories.

Contact for more information Helena on 0404 857 806 or website www.community tributaries.org

Walker Close Community Centre

Manmohini Indian Dance Regular classes for Indian Classical Kathak dance style Wednesday Mohini on 0421 084 366 Laverton Community Hub

Migrant Australia Education and information sessions for Filipinos Contact for more information May 0411 406 700 Laverton Community Hub

Nuholani Polynesian Dance and Hula / Ori Fitness. Dance and fitness workout, island style.

Contact for more information Noelani Le Nevez on 0411 329 550 and [email protected]

Laverton Community Hub

Italian Seniors Socialise and connect with the Italian community. Tuesday and Thursday 9932 1234 Newport Community Hub

Wangal United Engaging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kids and youth in cultural strengthening through dance.

Wednesday 6pm to 9pm [email protected] Laverton Community Hub

Balagokulam Hindu Dharma for children and parents. Enables children to appreciate their culture and learn Hindu values in a fun space.

Sunday 3.30pm Abhijit on 0402 081 193 Seabrook Community Centre

Hellinic Women’s Seniors Enjoy a relaxing and fun morning socialising with other women. All welcome. Wednesday, 11am to 2pm 9932 1234 Newport Community Hub

Macedonian Seniors Club Meet, socialise and practise customs. Wednesday, 10am to 2pm, every 1st, 2nd and 4th week of each month

Malica on 9314 5655 or 9369 4437


Greek Seniors Club All welcome. Wednesday, 10am to 3pm 9315 8244 Altona Meadows Community Centre

Chin Community Youth Group Choir practice and youth training program. Thursday, 6pm to 9pm Boi on 0401 933 270 Walker Close Community Centre

Tongan Pensioners Get-together, social activities, maintain cultures and beliefs. Friday, 8.45am to 2.15pm ATA on 8390 1976 or 0411 723 053


Tongan Youth Group Get-together, social activities, maintain cultures and beliefs. Friday 6pm to 9pm ATA on 8390 1976 or 0411 723 053


Tongan Community Group Get-together, social activities, maintain cultures and beliefs. Saturday, 6pm to 9pm Malieta on 0413 011 455 Walker Close Community Centre

Williamstown and District Greek Elderly Club Incorporated

Socialise with others from the Greek community. Drop in. Sunday, 11am to 3pm 9932 1234 Newport Community Hub

Cultures and beliefs diverse community group

All welcome. Our group includes Cook Islanders, Romanians, Burmese people and many other cultures.

Sunday, 9.30am to 2.30pm Ayelign on 9318 0521 Walker Close Community Centre

Supported playgroup for migrant and refugee families

Bilingual Language development and support for transitioning from kindergarten to school.

Wednesday, 10am to 12pm 9315 8244 Altona Meadows Community Centre

If your group is not listed here, please contact the Community Development team on 9932 1001 for future publications.

We would love to hear from you!

Did you participate in Cultural Diversity Week 2019?

We’d love to hear your feedback and find out what inspires you to connect and explore the richness of our diversity.

If so, what did you do?Did you enjoy it?If not, why not?

What would you like to see in the future?

Complete the survey and go in the draw to WIN a $100 gift voucher.

Visit www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/culturaldiversityweek to complete the survey or pick up a form from your local

community centre or library.

Promoting harmony,

inclusion and belonging

for all

HOBSONS BAY CITY COUNCIL115 Civic Parade, AltonaPO Box 21, Altona 3018Phone (03) 9932 1000Fax (03) 9932 1090NRS phone 133 677 and quote 03 9932 1000Email [email protected]

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