Author Talk: Faraday - A Community Rediscovered

Hosted by Sunbury Library this event is free. Book your free ticket at humelibraries.vic.gov.au/whats-on

In 1972, two masked men burst into a classroom and kidnapped a teacher and six students. After 52 years, survivor Robyn Howarth shares her story in her book Faraday - A Community Rediscovered. She recounts her life in rural Victoria, the heinous event and its aftermath.

Free Information Session

Are your energy bills rising, yet you’re sweating through summer and dreading another winter?

Hear about Hume City Council’s Home Energy Upgrades program offering quality, affordable energy saving products to Hume residents:

• reverse cycle heating and cooling

• heat pump hot water

• rooftop solar

• induction cooking

• insulation

• draught proofing

You can get help to access government rebates, plus additional Council rebates for eligible concession card holders through the program.

When? Thursday 20 March, 6.30pm – 8pm Online via Zoom T

To book in for the session,visit hume.vic.gov.au/energy

Want to get started now with free advice and no obligation quotes? Register at humeenergyupgrades.org.au or call 03 7037 6040

Bring a friend! Meet Georgia & Lily of Cabella Mia. Enjoy a short fashion show, Browse theracks. Try-ons welcome. Cards accepted. Items are for sale with credit card, EFTPOS and cash facilities available.

Styles include tops, shirting, knitwear, pants and outerwear.

Door Prizes Drawn on the day!

Coffee Around the World

Hosted by Sunbury Library, this is a free event. Book your ticket at humelibraries.vic.gov.au/whats-on

The Islamic Museum of Australia will take you around the world in a delicious coffee tasting session, journey through Turkey, Lebanon, Vietnam and Beyond!

ShopSmart will help you to understand how to read food labels and what to look for when choosing healthy options for yourself and your family. You will also receive a handy wallet card for quick reference when shopping.

By the end of this program, you will feel confident reading product information and nutrition panels. So next time you visit a supermarket you will be able to make the best decisions for your health and wellbeing.

Bookings are essential. Book online at events.ndss.com.au or call the NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700 and have your NDS card ready.

This is a FREE event for people registered with the National Diabetes Services Scheme [NDSS]

Exercise - we all know it’s good for health, especially if you have diabetes. But knowing where to start and how to stay motivated can be tough. This is where Ready Set Go, Let’s Move comes in. Get support and be empowered to take the first step in making exercise a part of your routine or perhaps increasing the amount you are already doing.

You’ll also receive a booklet with exercises you can do at home with minimal equipment.

Bookings are essential. Book online at events.ndss.com.au or call NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700 and have your NDSS card ready.

Sorry folks, given it’s a Public Holiday, we’re closed today.

Hosted by Hume City Council and free, join in and celebrate International Women's Day with guest speaker Brihony Dawson, a non-binary advocate for gender diversity in sports, entertainment, and business, alongside inspiring panelists.

You will hear from Rosa Vasseghi, who overcame trauma to found the Iranian Women's Choir, and Nicole Appleton, who founded NLA Trucking, a female Aboriginal-owned company. Nicole is dedicated to mentoring and promoting diversity in the transport industry.

The event will also feature a panel discussing professional experiences and the #MarchForward theme.

Refreshments and light morning tea will be provided.

Register now via Eventbrite at 2025 International Women's Day Tickets, Fri 07/03/2025 at 9:30 am | Eventbrite as tickets are limited. Doors open at 9am for a 9.30am start.

This is a free catered event with special guest speakers Jacinta Parsons & Kate Austin, celebrating women and their contributions to society. Bring period hygiene products to donate on the day and help them 'Share the Dignity' on this International Women's Day at Sunbury Library.

JACINTA PARSONS is a radio broadcaster, writer, and library lover from Melbourne who has worked at community radio station Triple R, and for the ABC at Double J, ABC Radio Melbourne, and ABC Radio National.

KATE AUSTIN is the founder and CEO of Pinchapoo, a not-for-profit organisation that distributes free toiletry packs to people in need. She is an unapologetic, dream big gal who’s found love and life in her purpose to change one of the greatest social issues to face our country while inspiring others to create change for others and themselves.

To book, contact Sunbury Library on 03 9356 6970.

Clean Up Australia Day turns 35 this year! Here's how you can get involved and help keep Hume clean:

• Join a clean up near you – search the map to find your local clean-up and contact the supervisor to put your hand up

• Register a clean up in your community – Clean Up Australia has loads of resources to help you!

You can organise a clean up as an individual, a group, a business or a school, and registrations are open all year round. Help make this the biggest clean up ever!

Clean Up Australia Day
Sunday 2 March

If you want to sell at the fair contact sunburyrecordfair@recordclam.com

Come and join us for an enlightening presentation by Trevor Dunn, Vice-President and Rosa McCall, Secretary of the Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society. The presentation, titled Sunbury Then and Now, will delve into the rich history and vibrant presence of our beloved town.

Sunbury Family History and Heritage Society’s aim is to enhance community awareness of genealogy and the heritage of Sunbury and its surrounding districts by collecting, preserving and displaying items of historical significance.

Following the presentation, afternoon tea will be provided, offering a perfect opportunity to relax and discuss the insights shared. Attendees will also have the chance to ask questions and engage in meaningful conversations about Sunbury's heritage.

We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in this journey through time together.

P.S. Non-members of Sunbury Seniors are most welcome, but please RSVP by Thursday 6 February 2025 to contactus@sunburyseniors.com.au for catering purposes.

We regret to inform you that due to extreme weather conditions, we will be closed on Monday, 3 February 2025. The weather forecast predicts temperatures well over 35 degrees, making it unpleasant and unsafe for operations.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but the safety and well-being of our volunteers and members is our top priority. Please stay cool and take necessary precautions during this heatwave.

We look forward to welcoming you back on Friday, 7 February 2025.

Stay safe and see you soon!

Sorry … we’re closed today.

Held at the Village Green in Sunbury, Gabrielle Sparnon will play much loved Christmas classics. Twisty Potatoes with delicious treats will be available to purchase. You can bring along your own basket of goodies to enjoy while you soak up the Christmas atmosphere and decorations.

The Christmas Twilight Series are free, non-ticketed community events hosted by Hume City Council where all are welcome.

Any questions? Contact events@hume.vic.gov.au

Sorry everyone. The weather forecast is 38 degrees, so we’re closed for the day.

Get into the festive spirit with an evening of shopping, fun and holiday cheer for the whole family! Venue is Sunbury Indoor Sports, 63 Vineyard Road, Sunbury.

Explore a dazzling variety of stalls spread across two courts and the Multi-Purpose Room featuring your favourite vendors alongside new finds.

Sunbury Grinch will be visiting from 7pm to 8pm. Free Christmas arts and crafts for the kids to enjoy. Free face painting by Smiley Kylie to add some extra holiday sparkle.

While many stalls accept EFTPOS, not all do so bring along some cash for your purchases. There will also have an onsite cafe and food trucks if you’re hungry.

For all members of Sunbury Senior Citizens Club …. join in the end of year fun and festivities which includes a delicious lunch at Club Sunbury, 47 Riddell Road, Sunbury. More information available nearer the date.

Sunbury StreetLife is back after a few years break. The spirit of our amazing town and its inhabitants is still strong.
This event is free entry and volunteer run.

Come and celebrate local music, local businesses and enjoy community as its meant to be with over 150 stalls, food trucks, live performances and much more.

Where? Oshanassy Street, Sunbury.

Interested in Chinese Astrology and what next year may bring? Join this fun workshop at the Sunbury Library and learn how feng shui can affect your world, your home and your business …. and it’s FREE!

The Sunbury Soiree is back thanks to the Sunbury Library! Take a trip down memory lane and sing along to your favourite hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Join Ron Kingston, singer and solo guitarist for a fun musical evening … and it’s FREE!

Re-live music from your favourite artists such as The Beatles, Van Morrison, Pink Floyd, Frank Sinatra, Ritchie Valens and many more…

While you visit, take the chance to peruse the Sunbury Library's collection of vinyl records, which are free to borrow.

Are your gas and electricity bills rising?

Would you like to know more ways to save?

Drop in for free personalised advice to:

·        Understand your bills and check for a good energy deal

·        Access available concessions, grants and payment plans

·        Upgrade to efficient, electric appliances with Hume Home Energy Upgrades

·        Get help with disputes with electricity and gas companies

Bring along recent electricity and gas bills (paper or electronic copies).

Come any time over the four hour period.

Where?

Sunbury Library

44 Macedon Street, Sunbury

Near the front entrance of the library.

Bookings are not essential but assist Hume City Council in managing numbers. Drop in any time.

Register at www.hume.vic.gov.au/energy

Date to be confirmed but Danelle from the Sunbury Toy Library will tell us how a Toy Library works, the kinds of toys they have on loan, caring for toys and the various volunteer roles available.

The Boilerhouse Theatre Company presents Glengarry Glen Ross.

See trybooking.com for information about play and to book.

When?

October 25th and 26th

November 1st and 2nd

Doors open for seating at 7.30pm with shows commencing at 8pm.

Where?

Building 22 Circular Drive, Jacksons Hill, Sunbury

Cost?

General admission starts at $25. General admission ticket holders will be allocated seats on the night on a first come first serve basis.

Hume City Council has partnered with vetted suppliers to provide quality, affordable products to Hume residents:

• reverse cycle heating and cooling

• heat pump hot water

• rooftop solar

• induction cooking

• insulation

• draught proofing

Receive help to access government rebates, plus additional Council rebates for concession card holders through the program.

Free information session

Hume Global Learning Centre, Sunbury

44 Macedon Street, Sunbury

Find out more at hume.vic.gov.au/energy or call Yarra Energy Foundation on 03 7037 6040.

Victoria Police and Elder Rights Advocacy and Hume City Council have joined together to host a Seniors’ aged care community forum. The session will explore your rights in Aged Care, recognising, responding and reporting Elder Abuse as well as how to protect yourself against scams with cyber safety tips by the Department of Government Services.

The event will be held at the Sunbury Global Learning Centre on Tuesday 29 October 2024 in the conference rooms with welcomes and presentations beginning at 10am until 12pm.

Morning tea will be held afterwards with opportunities to ask follow up questions to Victoria Police and Elder Rights Advocacy.

Wheelchair access and space will be available on the day. A Hearing Loop will be set up with headphones and receivers accessible on request from venue staff. If you have any accessibility requirements or questions about the event please reach out to Hume City Council's Community Safety Officer, James Drake at JamesD@hume.vic.gov.au.

Australia is generally a safe place, our political system is stable, and our crime rate is low.  However, it’s best to take the same precautions with your personal safety and possessions as you would anywhere else in the world. Personal safety can be compromised in many situations.

On Friday 25 October 2024 from 1pm Gary Fawcus [a Sunbury Seniors’ member and retired officer from Victoria Police] will give us some tips on Personal Safety and Security.

Gary will touch on personal safety in public places, out after dark, at home and who you should contact if for instance your life or property is being threatened or in danger, or if you are a victim of crime or have just witnessed a serious incident and the support services available.

Where? Sunbury Community Centre, 531 Elizabeth Drive, Sunbury. Follow the signs on entering the front door.

As part of the Victorian Seniors Festival 2024, drop in to the Sunbury Library at 44 Macedon Street, Sunbury to receive a free hearing check by Hearing Australia. It only takes 15 minutes!