Little athletics
■ Williamstown Little Athletics track and field season for ages 5-16 begins on Saturday October 12. A free two-week trial is available to new members. Register at LAVic.com.au, or for more details come along to the information session at the Newport Athletics Track on Wednesday October 9 at 7pm.
Discover sailing day
Come and give sailing a try! All welcome, no experience required. This is a family friendly event and life jackets will be provided. The bar and restaurant will be open so come along and make a day of it on Sunday 27 October, 10am – 2pm at the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, 120 Nelson Place, Williamstown.
■ www.rycv.com.au or www.revolutionise.com.au/rycv/events/259140
2nd Footscray Scouts 100th anniversary
Past members and supporters of the 2nd Footscray Scout Group are warmly invited to a fun and entertaining evening to celebrate the group’s centenary year.
Come and reminisce about the good old days and discover the exciting developments ahead as 2nd Footscray looks forward to the next 100 years!
The dinner will be held on Saturday October 12 at the Riverside Kitchen and Bar, 75 Newsom Street, Ascot Vale VIC 3032.
■ For full details and to purchase tickets please go to: www.trybooking.com/CTPWK
Halloween Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable day of family fun and community spirit at the much-anticipated Halloween Festival in Altona Meadows on Sunday October 27. Organised entirely by dedicated volunteers, this fourth-annual event takes place from 2pm to 7pm at the AB Shaw Reserve in Hall Ave, Altona Meadows. Entry is absolutely free and everyone is invited to enjoy the vibrant onstage entertainment throughout the afternoon.
■Jodie Martin 0418464524 altonameadowsca@gmail.com
Point Gellibrand Rotary Club
The Rotary Club of Point Gellibrand meets at a local Williamstown restaurant on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 6pm for a 6.30 dinner meeting. The club has some great speakers and we need new, energetic and enthusiastic members who want to make a difference in the community and join our fun club.
■Go to www.rotarypointgellibrand.com.au or Facebook page www.facebook.com/pointgellibrandrotary, or call Pam on 0418347691 or email rotarypointgellibrand@gmail.com
2024 U3A ART EXHIBITION
This year marks the third year of the U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown Art Exhibition from October 15-30.
The exhibition brings together a number of art groups within U3A, including a drawing group, two painting groups and an abstract art discussion group.
These groups are part of U3A Hobsons Bay/Williamstown which provides educational, creative and leisure activities for seniors.
The artworks produced by the art groups are varied, driven mostly by individual’s choice and interest. As well as producing impressive artworks, the groups share ideas, critique each other’s work and socialize. There are lots of laughs and new friendships created. U3A always welcomes new members of all ages and abilities (including absolute beginners). As they say, you are never too old to start a new activity!
■https://u3ahbwilli.org.au/memberships/ or call 0437 622 602 or email info@u3ahbwilli.org.au
Stony Creek Music Festival
Rebecca Barnard and Shane O’Mara and some of the finest musos in the country will entertain with classic Rolling Stones hits. The day’s line up includes The Black Curtains, Rosaries, Bowlos, and Introducing Delsinki and the Quiet Coachman. The day will also feature Belle the princess on roller skates, face painting and lots of yummy food, and so much more. It’s a family day so bring a picnic. Saturday 19 October, from 1pm to 6pm at McNish Reserve, Court Street,Yarraville.
■ Michael Clarke 0434 473 734
Garden club
The Hobson’s Bay Garden Club is looking for new members. All new members who are keen gardeners and looking to make new friendships are welcome to join. Meeting consists of listening to guest speakers, taking part in the trading table, and most importantly enjoying afternoon tea while doing so. The group meets on the third Monday of the month at the Youth Hall on the corner of Civic Parade and Sugar Gum Drive at 1pm. The annual spring show will be held on Monday, October 21 at 1pm at the hall. All Welcome.
■ Enquiries Kay 0411 793 534
100 years of Barkly Street
Barkly Street Uniting Cricket Club is preparing to celebrate 100 years this 2024-25 cricket season.
The club is keen to hear from any “Streeters” (past players, family and friends of the club) who can share their memories.
Laverton Bowls Club
Experience the fun and skill of lawn bowls, a game which is suitable for all ages. Laverton Bowls Club is recruiting new members, so if you are looking for a friendly atmosphere and the opportunity to bowl both socially or at pennant level Laverton is the place to be. Come to the club on Tuesday or Thursday mornings for practise beginning at 10am. All welcome at 77-87 Hall Street, Altona Meadows.
■ 9369 1034 or email : secretary@lavertonbowls.com.au
Musicians welcome
Do you play any percussion, brass or woodwind instruments? The Hobsons Bay City Band is seeking musicians to join their community band. Please note that rehearsals are held under the directorship of Wayne Bowden OAM every Monday evening from 7.30pm at the Spotswood South Kingsville RSL, 59 The Avenue, Spotswood.
■ Hannah Prouse, hbcityband@gmail.com or check URL www.hbcb.org.au
Fiddle group
The Newport Folk and Fiddle Beginner Play Along Group is a great place for beginners or those with some experience, to play music in a safe, casual and welcoming environment. Come on down, have some fun, make new friends, have a cuppa and maybe even learn something new. All instruments and levels of expertise are welcomed where the main aim is to enjoy music and have fun. Children are also most welcome. The third Saturday of the month, from 6.30pm to 8.30pm, at 2nd Newport Scouts, 6 Market Street, Newport.
■ www.nffc.org.au/beginner-playalong
Willin Wimmin Community choir,
Discover the joy of group singing with the friendly women at WiIlin Wimmin choir in Williamstown. New members are always welcome, no audition. We sing contemporary, folk, choral and world repertoire in acapella style. The group meets on Wednesdays during school term, from 7.30pm to 9.30pm, at The Bridge Church hall, 119 Douglas Parade, Williamstown. The first two evenings of attendance are free.
■ www.willinwimmin.org.au or email willin.wimmin@gmail.com
Prep for employment course
Seeking a change in career or how to improve your employability? Receive face-to-face help with job searches, resumes, interviews, up-skilling and more in a prep for employment course. Register today. At 43 Mason Street, Newport.
■ 9391 8504, outlets@outletsco-op.com.au
Mouth Organ Band
Yarraville Mouth Organ Band is looking for new members. Band practice is held on Friday evenings at 8pm in the band hall at 203 Williamstown Road, Yarraville. For great music in a friendly atmosphere feel free to call in one Friday evening.
■ Heather 9399 2190 or ymob1933@yahoo.com.au
Alcoholics Anonymous
Regular meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous are held at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Williamstown, Wednesdays at 7pm, and Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Newport, Thursdays at 6.30pm and Saturdays at 8.30am. All welcome including friends and family of people with drinking problems.
■ 1300 22 22 22, or www.aatimes.org.au
Wednesday walking group
The Williamstown Community Centre offers a regular Wednesday walking group that walks the local area, 10.15-11am. New members are welcome. This activity is free and includes morning tea.
■ 9397 6168
Williamstown Craft Market
Commonwealth Reserve comes alive on the third Sunday of the month for the Williamstown Craft Market. The market boasts more than 50 stalls showcasing everything from handmade craft, homegrown produce and food vendors. There will also be live music. From 10am- 4pm.
■ www.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/Community/Whats-On/Williamstown-Craft-Market
Altona Day View Club
The Altona Day View Club meets on the third Wednesday each Month at 11am, at the Altona RSL 31 Sargood Street., Altona.
■Jan, 0419 159 783
Woodcarving workshop
The woodcarving workshop meets on Tuesdays at 9.30am-noon at Hobsons Bay Men’s Shed, 280 Queens Street, Altona. All levels of ability in this ancient, international craft are welcome, women included, starter tools and timber available.
Community Jumble Sale
Saturday, November 9, 9am – 4pm at Pilgrim Uniting Church hall, cnr Bayview Road and Montague Street, Yarraville. Entry from Montague Street.
Barbeque, music and 30 tables of pre-loved games, books, clothes, plants and homewares.
■ Ros Harris 0401 932 414
