RSL raffle
Warburton RSL’s raffle deadline has been extended to 29 October giving locals a greater chance at purchasing a winning ticket after the recent lockdowns. There are great prizes to be won, from a high-pressure washer to shopping vouchers, fresh food and firewood. You have to be in it to win it. Enquiries: 5966 9874 or warburtonrsl@gmail.com
Plant sale
Hoddles Creek Red Cross are hosting a spring plant sale to be held at their Launch Fresh stall on Saturday 4 September.
HW4W
Healesville Women 4 Women invites locals to a movement workshop learning how to move for nourishment not punishment. This workshop will provide the best resources and supports to help with exercise and movement practices. Sunday 22 August 2-4.30pm Lions Club Hall. Registrations: hw4wwinter2021.eventbrite.com.au
Community choir
Healesville Community Choir is for everyone who loves to sing. Singers of all abilities are welcome as the group meets on the first three Mondays each month 7-9pm at YAVA Gallery and Arts Hub. Enquiries 0406 402 590 or HealesvilleCommunityChoir@gmail.com
Over 50’s friendship
The Over 50’s Friendship Group meets every Monday and Wednesday 12.30pm – 4pm at the Yarraburn Senior Citizens Centre. The group provides a venue for elders to meet, play cards and games, chat and share knowledge and create friendships and provides support for those struggling to cope with the isolation and lockdowns.
Community Bank grants
An information session for the upcoming Community Grant Round – Community Banks Warburton and Yarra Junction will be held on Monday 23 August, 7pm at the Yarra Junction Bowls Club. Registrations and enquiries: admin@upperyarra.net.au
Edible Weeds
Most common urban weed species of Melbourne are not only edible but remarkably nutritious. Learn how to identify weeds such as dandelion, chickweed, mallow, amaranth, wild onions, stinging nettle and many more. You’ll also learn how to use edible weeds safely and incorporate them into delicious meals. Sunday, 14 August, from 10am-11.30am. Visit the Yarra Ranges Council website for more information.
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