Mowing ahead in Morwell

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Mowing ahead in Morwell in the Latrobe Valley Express – Monday March 31st 2015.  Written & Photographed by Farrah Plummer.

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Morwell book launch The Coal face by Tom Doig

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On Sunday March 29th 2015, Morwell Neighbourhood House was honoured to host the Morwell book launch The Coal Face by Tom Doig.  Over 50 community members joined Tom at his Morwell book launch.  The Coal  Face provides real life stories and a dramatic insight into the devastating industrial disaster that inflicted so much damage on an already vulnerable community.  Below is an excerpt from Penguin Books Australia website.

‘The smoke got thicker and darker and then it seemed to be coming from everywhere, swirling around until it blanketed the entire town . . .’

On 9 February 2014 a fire took hold in Victoria’s Hazelwood coal mine next to Morwell and burned for one and a half months. As the air filled with toxic smoke and ash, residents of the Latrobe Valley became ill, afraid – and angry. Up against an unresponsive corporation and an indifferent government, the community banded together, turning tragedy into a political fight.

Tom Doig reveals the decades of decisions that led to the fire, and gives an intimate account of the first moments of the blaze and the dark weeks that followed. The Coal Face is a gripping and immediate report of one of the worst environmental and public health disasters in Australian history.

If you were unable to attend the Morwell book launch, there is a second book launch in Melbourne on March 31st 2015.  The details can be found on The Coal Face events Facebook page.  Don’t forget, The Coal Face by Tom Doig is also available to purchase online directly from Penguin Books Australia.  Morwell Neighbourhood House would like to Thank Tom Doig for writing The Coal Face and for holding the official book launch at Morwell Neighbourhood House.

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Big Sing Morwell

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Led by Jane Coker.

This Big Sing Morwell will feature songs from the 1950’s and 60’s.  Come to a friendly, fun singing session and get in touch with your inner Adele, Bono, Beyonce, Elvis or Cher!  Have a laugh, learn some basic voice technique and sing some good songs in a relaxed environment where no-one cares how good or bad you sound.  Open to all abilities.  No singing experience needed.  Jane promises that you will not be forced to sing solo or practice scales.

WHEN: Thursday October 22. 2015

WHERE: 48-50 Beattie Crecent, Morwell. TIME: 11am-1pm

Price: $10.75 We prefer participants to pay for this event beforehand by clicking here.

Bank details will be provided when booking. Wheelchair access available.

Tea and coffee provided. Bookings essential. to book your place please reply by Monday 19 October. 2015 ) to Phillip Chalker on 0400 603 367 or email latrobemusic@gmail.com.

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Lunch with friends returns April 21st

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The Lunch with Friends returns April 21st for the whole community.  (Free Community Lunch)

Lunch with friends is so much more than just lunch. You get to: Get out of the house, Meet new people, Catch up with friends, Enjoy a delicious meal. This year we will be bringing in community groups and agencies to talk with us about what they do in the community. You are welcome to tell us who you would like to have visit during Lunch with Friends.

Starts back Tuesday 21st April, 12:00pm. No early arrivals. We ask for a gold coin donation to help us with costs.

If you would like to see what else Morwell Neighbourhood House has to offer, take a look at our program.  Any questions, please call us on 5134-5488.  Thank-you.

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Enabling Women in Gippsland Leadership Program

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Enabling Women in Gippsland Leadership Program in Morwell, starting on Tuesday 5th May at 10:30am.  The leadership program provides an opportunity for women with disabilities to come together, share their experience of disability, find solutions together to the problems they experience and that they see in their communities.  Provided and delivered by women with disabilities, covering topics including getting to know you, the social model of disability, self-identity, human rights, communication, advocacy and leadership evolution.

For further information, please contact Latrobe City Council officers Deb Brown by calling (03) 5128-5775 or Karleen Plunket on (03) 5128-5464.  See the flyer below for more information.  Click on the flyer to enlarge.  Thank-you.

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Our Studio Childrens Art Classes

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OUR STUDIO – Children’s Art Classes

VRI Hall Queens Parade Traralgon

Our Studio Latrobe is run by certified primary school teacher with a passion for The Arts. Currently working in early childhood education, Verity sees every opportunity as one to be creative!

Our Studio was built for children who love and / or have skills in art. Everyone is welcome!

Last year, we had so much fun painting, sculpting and drawing, that I can’t wait to get started this coming term.

For more information on classes and times contact Verity on 0422 682 878 ourstudiolatrobe@gmail.com

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2015 Term 2 Program available to download

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The Official 2015 Term 2 program is available to download.  We’re sporting a new look to our program and take a look at what we’re offering.  Free Lunch Tuesdays, the Lawn Mower Bank, Playgroup, many Classes & Workshops, Book Link, the Free Store, Room rental and a great place to meet people and make new friends.  Click on the image below to download the Official 2015 Term 2 Morwell Neighbourhood House Program.  If you have any questions, please feel free to call Tracie or Melinda on 5134-5488 or email us.  Thank-you.

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Latrobe says Thanks 2015

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Latrobe says Thanks 2015 on Sunday 22nd March 3pm – 7pm at the Morwell Town Common.

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Where is Super Frank?

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Where is Super Frank? At the Bee-Line Garden Party.  This is a project of ReActivate Latrobe Valley.

Additional information about #GetSunFlowered can be found here:

• Growth.outr.org


• Outr Blog Page


• #GetSunFlowered Facebook Page


• #GetSunFlowered Hashtag board

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Rose Lewis Workshop

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If you would like to attend a Rose Lewis Workshop, please call Churchill Neighbourhood House to make your booking on 5122-2955.  Bookings are essential.  The two workshops are scheduled for Saturday March 21st and Sunday March 22nd.  Take a look at the flyer below for additional information.

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Buyers beware

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The following article was written by Emma Watson from the Latrobe Valley Express Newspaper.  Click here to see the Latrobe Valley Express article.

By Emma Watson – March 9, 2015, 2:50 p.m.

LATROBE VALLEY residents should be aware of door-to-door salespeople, who have been selling expensive online courses to the region’s most vulnerable people.

Morwell Neighbourhood House coordinator Tracie Lund said a number of people had contacted the house after signing up to $25,000 debts, which included additional interest.

“They do seem to be in the Valley at the moment and they are targeting our most vulnerable people, who have limited literacy skills,” Ms Lund said.

“They’re setting these people up for failure, because chances are they can’t complete the courses, but they’ll be set up with the debt.”

For the past fortnight, Morwell Neighbourhood House has been fielding queries about contracts, which offer new students various diplomas including nursing, community services or business.

Ms Lund said one of the providers recruiting residents through door-knocking offered each course online with the incentive of a free laptop.

“Another concern is, are these certificates worth the paper they’re printed on?” Ms Lund asked.

“You might need to go back to TAFE to re-train in those skills.

“Any reputable training provider is not going to sell you a class through door knocking.”

Ms Lund wanted to remind the community – in the event a contract had been signed – a 10-day cooling off period does exist.

She referred clients onto Victoria Legal Aid services, which offers advice about how to cancel contracts and the laws surrounding door-to-door salespeople.

“What I’m encouraging people to do is be aware with something that is too good to be true, chances are it is,” Ms Lund said.

“Be aware you don’t have to sign anything there and then, and don’t allow yourself to be pressured by salespeople.”

The article can also be viewed online on the Latrobe Valley Express website.

You can also consult The Consumer Affairs Victoria website.

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Jam for Sam

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Jam for Sam

Dean Anderson has organised a bmx jam at Morwell Skatepark next Monday the 9th of March for his good friend Sam Tormey! Dean is rounding up a heap of friends to ride and hang out with Sam, but anyone and everyone is welcome! There will be a free BBQ, drinks and some comps just for fun! Please spread the word and share this around!!! @dean_bmxxx @sam_tormey

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Garden Ponds and Fountains

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Garden Ponds and Fountains

Make very easy self-contained water ponds and fountains. Learn to make a garden pond with preformed liner or a flexible liner and aquatic pond plants.

Sat 07/03 (1wk)

9:30am – 12:30pm

Cost $30.00

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