RACV Motorclassica
Rare, collectable and desirable classic and vintage cars valued at almost $100 million will converge at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building on October 26-28 for the RACV Motorclassica event. An unprecedented collection of rare and classic cars and motorcycles from around the globe will be showcased. Tickets: adults $30, children $20, families $80. Details: motorclassica.com.au
Children’s picnic in the park
Hobsons Bay’s annual children’s picnic is at Altona’s Logan Reserve, 10am-1pm, October 31. The free, national Children’s Week event includes an animal nursery, craft activities, sausage sizzle, police band, African drumming and jumping castle. For more details, visit: hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au or phone 9932 1000.
Get behind the big bay ride
Australia’s largest mass participation bike ride, Around the Bay, passes through Altona on Sunday with Logan Reserve, opposite Altona Pier, the halfway point. The 50-kilometre ride, which directs cyclists across the West Gate Bridge, raises money for The Smith Family. Details: bupaaroundthebay.com.au
Youth mental health information
A youth mental health forum will be held at Altona library, 6.45-8.30pm next Tuesday, in response to requests for counselling and support. Parents, guardians and field workers are invited to the Orygen Youth Health-hosted information session. Bookings: 9932 4000 by Friday
Possible big break for bands
Unsigned bands or musicians have a chance to be part of St Jerome’s Laneway Festival in Footscray next February. Entries close November 17, with the showcase event due on December 15. Details or registration: Erin Watson, 9362 8888 or erin@footscrayarts.com
Scouts and Guides, be prepared
Scouts and Girl Guides groups have until November 16 to apply for funding to improve facilities. Details: youthcentral.vic.gov.au
