Volunteer mentor drivers wanted for L2P Program
For more info: mornpen.vic.gov.au/l2pmentorapplication
Or call the L2P Coordinator: 0448 080 527
FREE cat and dog desexing
Are you 60+ and a senior cardholder residing on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula with a cat or dog registered to the Shire?
We are thrilled to offer FREE cat and dog desexing to support responsible pet ownership and ensure the well-being of your beloved furry companions. Contact the Community Animal Shelter Team: 5950 1838
casgroup@ mornpen.vic.gov.au
The Shire is on the lookout for experienced drivers to help supervise learner drivers as part of the TAC (Transport Accident Commission) L2P (Learner to P Plate) program.
Young people who do not have a means to learn to drive can apply to achieve their required 120 hours of driving experience through the willing to help young learner drivers in the community for a couple of hours a week.
Successful applicants will be provided with full training, insurance cover, ongoing support, and the use of program cars.
The Golden Ages Showbiz Club
Calling all over 55s with a flair for comedy, song, music, poems, monologues, skits, jokes and more. The Golden Ages Showbiz Club offers you a warm and welcoming open mic platform.
We celebrate talent of all kinds in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment. You can perform or be an audience member. No need to book your spot, just bring $2 and your own lunch and share in the fun. Each Wednesday from 11am – 1.30pm at the Tootgarook Seniors Club, 2 Barry Street. For more information, contact Lyn: 0481 190 977
$2
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Peninsula Chamber Musicians
Peninsula Chamber Musicians invite you to attend the following events:
Chamber Ensemble Performances:
Gypsy Passion
Friday 12 April, 5pm
Works by Bizet, Brahms, Dvorak & Delibes
Beleura House and Garden, Mornington
Autumn Winds
Sunday 28 April, 2pm
Works by Hindemith, Muczynski, Agay and Faure
St Johns Church, Flinders
Chamber Orchestra Performance 16 June
• Mozart Symphony 31 in D ‘Paris’, K.297 (300a)
• Lisa Cheney Reflection for string orchestra (2012)
• Mendelssohn Symphony 1 in C minor, op.11
Peninsula Community Theatre, Mornington
For more information, including our 2024 programme and tickets, visit our website or contact Donna: 0411 109 340
peninsulachambermusicians.com.au secretary@peninsulachambermusicians.com.au
University of the Third Age (U3A)
U3A is a community of people devoted to learning, run by a volunteer cooperative.
Being in your Third Age (the age of active retirement) is the only qualification needed to participate. Classes are available to suit a range of interests – from painting, mah-jong and bird watching through to history, languages, and movement. If you’d like to add more socialising, learning and stimulation to your life, U3A could be for you! No experience is necessary; courses are non-competitive and mostly about having fun.
For more information about Mornington U3A (Currawong Community Centre, Mornington) visit our website or contact us u3amornington.org.au office@u3amornington.org.au 5975 9773
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Carer Health and Wellbeing Service Changing the Focus Project – Dementia and Physical Activity
Monash University and Peninsula Health are commencing a new free Carer Health and Wellbeing Service that aims to enhance the health and wellbeing of carers in the community.
Being a carer can be demanding and isolating. The role can impact on the carer's own health and wellbeing.
We are seeking people who are aged 50 years or older caring for someone 65 years or older to participate in a personalised service that helps carers set and achieve health and wellbeing goals.
The voluntary carer program is available to people who live in Frankston or the Mornington Peninsula region of Victoria.
For more information contact Dr Aislinn Lalor: aislinn.lalor@monash.edu 9904 4412
Monash University’s Rehabilitation Ageing and Independent Living Research Centre is seeking people with mild dementia or cognitive impairment to participate in a personalised 12-month physical activity program called ‘Changing the Focus’. The program is available to people who provide their consent to participate (or with the support of a carer) and live in Frankston or the Mornington Peninsula. You will be supported by physiotherapists and/or exercise providers throughout the program.
For more information, contact Dr Angel Lee: angel.lee@monash.edu 9904 4662 or Ms Lisa Licciardi: lisa.licciardi@monash.edu 9904 4350
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Eco Living Display Centre Harvest Exchange
Bring your excess garden produce to this fortnightly harvest exchange and swap with other home gardeners.
Meet like-minded people and pick up some handy gardening tips.
Vegetables, fruit, eggs, seeds and seedlings
First Saturday of each month, 11am–12pm Third Thursday of each month, 9.30–10.30am
Eco Living Display Centre (next to the Briars Nursery)
The Briars, 450 Nepean Highway, Mount Martha
Dying to Know Day 8 August 2024 Save the Date!
Men’s discussion group
Men over 60 years are invited to attend an OM:NI (Older Men: New Ideas) discussion group.
In the recent Barbie movie, at a dance party, Barbie asks her friends: “Do you guys ever think about dying?”
Dying to Know Day is about growing our understanding of death to live more fully. Let's not wait until it's too late to have meaningful conversations. So, save the date because on Thursday 8 August the Shire’s Dying to Know Network is hosting an event. For more information contact the Positive Ageing Officer: 5950 1695 or 0403 741 467
Come along to the launch on Thursday 18 April, 9.30am-12noon Hastings Community Hub, 1973 Frankston-Flinders Road, Hastings.
This community group is a chance to meet other older men for mateship, friendship and belonging in an informal non-judgemental environment. For more information or to book, call Ian Stephens: 0403 415 437
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Free!
Table tennis for Keenagers (Keen Seniors)
Looking to try a new activity, improve hand-eye coordination, keep the brain active and make new friends?
The Mornington Peninsula and Frankston Table Tennis Association run their Keenagers Groups for Seniors on Monday to Thursday from 9.30am to 11.30am.
The first visit is FREE and then $8.00 per session. If you’re keen, you can sign up as a social member. No bookings necessary and all equipment is supplied. Dress in your active wear and we look forward to seeing you.
Civic Reserve Recreation Centre, 350 Dunns Road, Mornington mftta.org.au
mftta@outlook.com
0498 003 788
$5
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Art for Wellness at the Rye Community Centre
A social art group for people affected by communication issues, due to stroke, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, aphasia or related communication issues. This is a safe and welcoming space for artistic expression. Individual works or try different weekly activities.
4th Wednesday of the Month at the Rye Community House at a cost of $5.00.
Contact Rye Community House ryech.org 5985 4462
Have your say
As a community newsletter, we welcome your input. What type of information would you like to read about? Do you have a community event you would like to advertise?
Please email your ideas to:
positiveageing@mornpen.vic.gov.au
We are committed to Positive Ageing.
For a copy of the Positive Ageing Strategy: 5950 1000
positiveageing@mornpen.vic.gov.au
