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Disabled soccer is onside By Victoria Stone-Meadows A new soccer team, part of the Berwick City Club that caters for children and young people with a disability, is calling out for members. The new seven-a-side team offers kids aged between five and 16 years old who are living with a disability a chance to get involved in a sports team. The new team is being run by volunteer at the soccer club Jo Clemens, who understands how difficult it can be to have an active child living with a disability. When her son Will was just two years old, he suffered through two major stokes, leaving him with right-side hemiplegia. Now 13 years old, the effects of the stroke have rendered the right side of Will’s body significantly weaker than his left, but Ms Clemens said he had been an active sportsman despite this. “Will has always been very active, determined and motived and just loves sports,” she said. “He couldn’t walk or talk after his strokes but during nine years of rehabilitation we found out about a soccer team in Northcote for kids with acquired brain injuries, cerebral palsy and stroke-related injuries.” Will played soccer with the team in Northcote for three years before he was recently selected for the Victorian development team run through the Football Federation of Victoria (FFV).
Since then, Ms Clemens has been pushing to have more seven-a-side teams for children with a disability closer to home. According to the FFV, seven-a-side soccer is played by footballers with cerebral palsy, acquired brain injuries and those with stroke-related impairments. However, Ms Clemens said the new team at Berwick City Soccer Club was open to kids with all types of disabilities. “We say it’s a relaxed atmosphere and encourage anyone to come along and have a try,” she said. “It’s a fun-based sports team that is almost a different way of doing rehabilitation with other kids, and for parents to connect in their shared experiences as well.” Ms Clemens wanted to thank the Berwick City Soccer Club for the use of the facilities at Foxes Road and for supplying a coach in the form of their women’s team star Kate Wilson. The seven-a-side team at Berwick City will have direct links to the Paralympics through the FFV, which allows the children to grow and develop their skills. The new team at Berwick City has four participants and only need three more to have a full team up and running. To find out more about the new team or to sign up, contact Jo Clemens on 0417 339 140 or Nicky Woodward on 0438 521 503.
Seven-a-side soccer player Jesse with coach Kate Wilson get into the spirit of the new all-abilities team at Picture: STEWART CHAMBERS Berwick City Soccer Club. 168759
Entertainment �� Dining, what’s on, bands and more…
What’s on Friends of Red Cross Friends of Red Cross Hallam branch are celebrating their 38th birthday. Raffling a hamper of vegies. Guest Speaker is Rodney Richards of the charity, “Angel Flights.” Come and enjoy good company and help us raise valuable funds for the work that Red Cross does across Australia and the world. ■ Monday 19 June, 1.30pm. Hallam Community Learning Centre, 56 Kays Avenue, Hallam. Entry fee $5 includes afternoon tea and lucky door prize. RSVP Betty 9774 0194.
Kids’ pottery workshop Children are introduced to different clay types, clay-firing techniques and create their own masterpieces at three Wednesday afternoon classes. Suitable for children aged six and over. ■ 14, 21 and 28 June, 4.30pm-6pm. Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South. $48 (all materials included). Bookings: 9704 2781 or office@ oakgrovecc.org.au
Evening yoga with meditation Join qualified instructor Sarah for a classical yoga session incorporating breathing and meditation. Yoga gives us the tools to show up in life in such a way that our actions align with our deepest values and purpose. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a blanket and a mat if you have one. ■ Wednesday evenings during term.7pm8.15pm. Balla Balla Community Centre 5990 0900.
Patchwork club From beginners through to experienced patch workers, everyone is welcome to come along and patchwork in a fun friendly environment. BYO sewing machine and materials. ■ Mondays during school term. 10am-noon. Cost: $50 for the term. Balla Balla Community Centre 5990 0900.
Calligraphy and paper craft In an age where the computer print-out is the norm, calligraphy, the art of fine writing, is more than ever appreciated. This class starts with foundational script and moves on to
Stress relief meditation Feeling stressed, run down, finding life a little overwhelming or just need some help in learning how to let go and relax? A four-week meditation course may give you the means to cope. ■ 12 June-3 July. 7.30-8.30pm. Oakgrove Community Centre, 89-101 Oakgrove Drive, Narre Warren South. $50 for four weeks. Bookings: 9704 2781 or office@oakgrovecc.org.au italic, gothic, pointed gothic, uncial and copperplate. ■ Mondays during the school term. 12.30pm2.30pm. Cost: $65 for the term. Materials Cost: Calligraphy Kit - Beginners: $40, returning students - $12. Payable to tutor at first lesson. Balla Balla Community Centre 5990 0900.
U3A art exhibition U3a Cranbourne are holding an art exhibition, Come along and see what wonderful work your local U3A Cranbourne members have produced. ■ Lynbrook Community Centre, corner Lynbrook Drive and 2 Harris Street, Lynbrook, commencing on Monday 5 June and going until 30 June. For further information, contact Anne Thompson, 5996 7841 or 0419 509 875.
History meeting The Narre Warren and District Family History Group would like to invite both members and visitors to the next meeting. Jane Rivett-Carnac will be telling all about TROVE and how to get the most out of it. Visitors are welcome,
there is no need to book, just come along on the day. ■ Saturday, 10 June at 2pm. Meeting Room, Narre Warren Library Overland Drive, Fountain Gate. Entry $3. Further inquiries call Lynne, 8787 5558.
events and day tours. New members are welcome. ■ For further information, contact president Dorothy Mickelson on 9796 7580. The centre is at 2 Princes Domain Drive, Hallam.
Master the mini croquembuche
Admire and learn more about the works of Berwick Society’s paint group in its monthly art sale. The exhibiting artists will be working and available for a chat during the sale. ■ The art sales are held on the fourth Thursday of the month in The Function Room at the Old Cheese Factory.
Golden profiterole puffs. Impress family and friends with this stunning traditional French dessert. Cost includes all ingredients. Please bring an apron and a container to take confection home. ■ Monday 19 June, 7pm-9pm. Cost: $35. Balla Balla Community Centre 5990 0900.
Cranbourne Day View Club The Cranbourne Day View Club is looking for new members to join the group. The group is helping to sponsor students through The Smith Family. ■ Meetings are the first Wednesday of the month at Amstel Club. For more information, contact Trish Ransom on 5995 7037.
Sensational movers Keep fit this winter and join the ‘Hallam Sensational Movers’ club. A gentle exercise class for those who prefer it or step up your pace if you can. ■ Mondays 11.15am and Wednesdays 11am at the Scout Hall, Gunns Road, Hallam. $5 per class. Phone 9703 1688 for more details.
Something different for seniors Come and try a game of table tennis with the Narre Warren Seniors Club. Male and female players are welcome. Friendly games just for fun and exercise. Entry fee is $1 and sharing coffee, tea and biscuits makes it a social morning with friends. Free coaching is provided. ■ Saturday mornings from 9.30am-noon. 192-196 Centre Road, near the Narre Warren railway station. Contact: 9704 0015 or 0426 736 467.
Senior Citizen’s Club Hallam Senior Citizens Club is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Members enjoy carpet bowls, bingo, games, clubroom
Art sale
Storytime The Berwick Mechanics Institute and Free Library is providing a storytime for pre-schoolers. ■ Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10.30am at 15 High Street, Berwick. Contact 9707 3519 or email bmi@dcsi.net.au.
Problem drinkers Al-Anon Family Group is for relatives and friends of problem drinkers. ■ Mondays from 10am at the Andrews Centre, corner Hanna Drive and Heatherton Road, Endeavour Hills. Contact 1300 252 666 or visit www.al-anon.org.au Indoor bowls Enjoy full size indoor bowls at the Casey Indoor Sports Centre every Friday morning. Morning tea supplied. ■ Holland Drive, Cranbourne, 10am-noon. Cost $5. Contact Ron on 5990 9048 or 0411 126 946.
Stitch up a course Stitch and Chat is a weekly practical workshop for sewing crafts - knitting, embroidery, quilting, crochet - led by a guest facilitator. ■ Narre Warren North Uniting Church. For details and dates phone 9700 5061.
Disadvantaged toddlers’ group A self-help support group for parents whose severely disadvantaged children are unable to participate in mainstream pre-school activities. ■ Narre Warren North Uniting Church. For details and dates, phone 9700 5061.