Focus groups
Do you have, or have you had, depression? Or are you taking care of, or concerned for someone who may have early-stage dementia? A small local organisation will reside over focus groups on September 23 (depression) and September 30 (dementia) to help participants understand their experiences and concerns. The groups’ confidential meetings last 90 minutes and participants receive $30, a gift, refreshments and information. RSVP by Tuesday, September 16.
■ Cris Popp on 0438 545 607 or
cpopp@grunbiotics.com
Farmers’ market
The Altona Primary School Farmers’ Market will have its second birthday on Saturday, September 20. From 9am-1pm at 109 Blyth Street, Altona.
Exercise and lunch
Laverton Community Centre, together with Hobsons Bay council, is holding a free gentle exercise class for all ages followed by a nutritional lunch on Tuesday, September 23, from 10am-1pm. Bookings essential.
■ 8368 0177
Netballers wanted
Altona Lightning Netball Club is seeking players. The club plays in the Parkville netball competitions at the State Netball Hockey Centre and has 11 teams in the open, 17-and-under, and 15-and-under grades. If you are interested in taking the next step in your netball career, call coaching co-ordinator Tracy Wallace.
■ 0410 445 537
Young parents
Are you a young parent aged 16 to 25 and wanting to meet other young parents? Free groups meet in Laverton on Mondays from 10-11.30am, Altona Meadows on Mondays from 1-2.30pm, and Sunshine on Fridays from 12.30-2.30pm. Come with your children and meet other young parents. The groups organise fun activities for the kids and go on outings to the zoo, Scienceworks and other places. Call Mary for details.
■ 0409 758 932 or 9611 2459
Legal, tax help
Altona’s Community Information Centre is offering tax help on Fridays and legal advice fortnightly on Thursdays.
■ 9398 5207
