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MOUNT ALEXANDER SHIRE

GETTING OUT in Mount AlexanderHealthy Active Living Guide

2015

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HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVING GUIDEWelcome to Mount Alexander Shire’s Healthy Active Living Guide 2015.

It is designed to help you to get involved in fun and healthy activities throughout our beautiful Shire.

The programs in this guide are social, local, accessible and affordable for adults of all abilities.

If you have special needs call the program organisers and let them know how they can support you to join in.

Physical activities

Social activities

Social support

Disability services

Carer support

Senior Citizens Club

Gardening

Short courses / workshops

Computers / internet

Community lunches

Health / community

Mens Sheds

June 2015

Brain health tips and resources

YOUR BRAIN MATTERS - Understanding your brain and some facts and information about reducing the risk of dementia.

www.yourbrainmatters.org.au

HEART FOUNDATION - The Heart Foundation promotes good heart health by providing information and ideas for healthy eating and an active lifestyle.

www.heartfoundation.org.au

GO FOR 2 AND 5 - This campaign promotes the importance of adults getting at least 2 serves of fruit and 5 serves of vegies each day.

www.gofor2and5.com.au

THE BETTER HEALTH CHANNEL - The Better Health Channel (BHC) provides health and medical information that is quality assured, reliable,

up to date, easy to understand, regularly reviewed and locally relevant. BHC does not have any advertising or sponsorship and is fully funded by the

Victoria Government. www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au

MOUNT ALEXANDER SHIRE COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTORY - A comprehensive directory of the whole range of community services and

clubs available in Mount Alexander Shire. www.mountalexander.vic.gov.au

(03) 5472 2688

SCHOOL TERMS 2015 Term 2: 13 April - 26 June

Term 3: 13 July - 18 September Term 4: 5 October - 18 December

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• Look after your heart

• Mentally challenge your brain

• Eat a healthy diet

• Be socially connected

5 simple ways to maximise brain health

• Be physically active

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Tai Chi BARFOLD

Barfold Hall, Kyneton-Redesdale Road, Barfold.

All welcome.Gentle Tai Chi promoting health and relaxation. Gentle beginners class.

Castlemaine District Community Health 5479 1000

www.cdchcastlemaine.com.au

Monday 9.30 – 10.30am School terms

$5

Tai Chi CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Botanical Gardens, Tea Rooms area (October - Easter)Castlemaine Uniting Church Hall (Easter - October).

All welcome. Beginners and advanced groups.

Gentle Tai Chi. Separate classes for beginners and more advanced participants.

Monday 9.30 – 11am $4

Tai Chi CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Uniting Church Hall, Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine.




Monday 6 – 7pm School terms

$4

Tai Chi NEWSTEAD

Mechanics Hall, Lyons Street, Newstead.

Tuesday 10 – 11am School terms

$3

Tai Chi MALDON

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, Corner Edward and Church Street, Maldon.

Thursday 11.30 am – 12.30 pm School terms

$2

Tai Chi TARADALE

Taradale Primary School, Calder Highway, Taradale.




Friday 9.30 – 10.30am School terms

$4

Tai Chi FRYERSTOWN

Fryerstown School, Camp Street, Fryerstown.

Friday 2 – 3 pm School terms

$4

Tai Chi GUILDFORD

Guildford Public Hall, Corner Fryers and Templeton Street, Guildford.

Friday 10 – 11am School terms

$4

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Tai Chi CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Community House. All welcome. Gentle Tai Chi.

Castlemaine Community House 5472 4842 www.cch.org.au

Friday 9.15 – 10.15am School terms

Gold coin

Introductory Strength Training CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine District Community Health, 13 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine.

Age 40 +. Assessment required.

Strength exercise class supervised by physiotherapist. Twice weekly.

Castlemaine District Community Health Janine or Erin 5479 1000 www.cdchcastlemaine.com.au

Mon and Weds 1 – 2pm Tues and Thurs 11am – 12noon School terms

$4

Strength Training Self Help Group CASTLEMAINE


Anyone who has completed the Introductory Strength Training class. Assessment required.

Strength Training Self Help Group. Twice weekly.

Tuesday and Thursday 9 – 10am School terms

$4

U3A Castlemaine Inc. CASTLEMAINE

Various venues around Castlemaine.

Retired and semi-retired.

Tai chi, pétanque, bush walking/rambling, golf croquet, car camping, circle dance, table tennis.

U3A Castlemaine,Ph. 5472 2249Email: [email protected] www.u3acastlemaine.com

Various – see annual prospectus

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Men’s Strength Training CASTLEMAINE

Mount Alexander Golf Club, Wimble Street, Castlemaine.

Older men interested in building strength and fitness. Assessment required.

Exercise program for men led by fitness instructor. Twice weekly. Castlemaine District

Community Health 5479 1000 www.cdchcastlemaine.com.au

Monday and Wednesday 4.30 – 5.30pm School terms

$5

‘Get Up and Go’ Mobility Group CASTLEMAINE


Anyone keen to build strength and balance. Assessment required.

Gentle mobility exercise group to increase strength and balance for independent living.

Monday 10 – 11am School terms

$4

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Heartsmart “Plus” CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine District Community Health, 13 Mostyn Street Castlemaine.

Older people. Assessment required.

Exercise program led by physiotherapist for maintenance of heart health, mobility and fitness.

Castlemaine District Community Health 5479 1000 www.cdchcastlemaine.com.au

Tuesday 1 – 2pm School terms

$4

Heartmoves CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine District Community Health, 13 Mostyn Street Castlemaine.

Anyone who hasn’t exercised in a while. Suitable for people with stable, long term health conditions.

Gentle physical activity group led by fitness instructor. Standing or seated. Twice weekly.


Wednesday and Friday 9 – 10am School terms

$5

Heartmoves CAMPBELLS CREEK

Campbells Creek Community Centre, Elizabeth Street, Campbells Creek.

Tuesday and Thursday 1 – 2pm School terms

$5

Heartmoves MALDON

Maldon Hospital, Day Activities Room, Adair Street, Maldon. Anyone who hasn’t

exercised in a while. Suitable for people with stable, long term health conditions.


Tuesday and Thursday 1.30 – 2.30pm School terms

$5

Heartmoves NEWSTEAD

Newstead Community Centre, Lyons Street, Newstead.

Gentle physical activity group led by fitness instructor. Standing or seated.

Jenny Parker 0417 475 270

Wednesday 9 – 10am School terms

$5

Everyone Health and Fitness CASTLEMAINE

Everyone Health and Fitness, 7 McGrath Street, Castlemaine.

All welcome.

Cardio room, hyrdrotherapy pool, spa, strength classes, aqua exercise classes, swimming lessons and individual fitness programs.

Everyone Health and Fitness 5470 5010 www.everyone-fitness.com

Monday to Friday 8am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 1pm

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Community Gym CASTLEMAINE


Assessment required by exercise physiologist for individual exercise program.

Open to people of all ages and abilities. Work through individual exercise program supervised by exercise physiologist.


Wednesday 10am – 12 noon 4 – 5pm

Friday 10am – 12 noon 2 – 3pm

$4

Wednesday Walkers CASTLEMAINE


All welcome. Easy 1 hour walk. Morning tea to follow.

Wednesday 10 – 11am School terms

$1

Walking Tours SHIRE WIDE

Different location each month, available on website or call for program details.

All welcome.

Gentle 1 hour walk with a local guide at different locations.


Last Wednesday of every month10 – 11 am

Free

Walking at the Botanical Gardens CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Botanical Gardens, Tea rooms area, Castlemaine.

Walkers needing group support.

Easy, social walking group, own pace. Community health nurse in attendance.

Tuesday and Thursday 9.15 – 10.30am School terms

$1

Maldon Walking Group MALDON

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, Corner Edward and Church Street,Maldon.

All welcome. Easy 1 hour walk.Morning tea to follow.

Tuesday and Friday9.30 – 11amSchool terms

$1

Newstead Community Walks NEWSTEAD

Meet at forecourt of Newstead Community Centre, Lyons Street, Newstead.

All welcome.

Easy to moderate bushwalk. 1 – 1 ½ hour walk, no dogs. Shared morning tea. Car pool to various local destinations to walk.

Frances Cincotta 5476 2691

4th Sunday of the month 9.00am (no walk in December or January)

Free

Harcourt Walking Group HARCOURT

Harcourt Museum and ANA Hall, High Street, Harcourt. (Opposite PO)

All welcome, fitness not necessary.

Gentle 1 hour walk with friendly group. Morning tea to follow.


Monday 9.30 – 10.30am School terms

$1

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Friends of the Box- Ironbark Forests CASTLEMAINE

Continuing Education, 30 Templeton Street, Castlemaine.

All welcome.

Moderate to hard bushwalk. Bring own water, morning tea and lunch. Car pool to various local destinations to walk. Family and youth forest walks planned.

Bronwyn Silver 5475 1089 www.fobif.org.au

3rd Sunday of the month 9.30am – mid afternoon

Free

Taradale and District Walking Group TARADALE

Taradale somewhere, depending on walk location. Phone weekly for details.

All welcome.

Easy to moderate bushwalk. 5 – 6 kms, 1 – 1½ hour walk.

Paul Neath 0407 368 684 Liz Beck 5470 6644

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Health & Wellbeing Activities MALDON

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, Corner Church and Edwards St, Maldon.

All welcome.

Tai Chi, pilates, yoga, line dancing.

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre 5475 2093 www.maldonnc.org.au

See program. As advertised

Strength Training MALDON Maldon Hospital,

Day Activities room, Adair Street, Maldon.

Older adults 70+ and others assessed as suitable.

Group exercise for any level of ability.

Maldon Hospital Social Support 5479 8622

Monday and Thursday 8.45 – 9.45am

Gold coin

Strength Training MALDON

Tuesday and Thursday 10.30 – 11.30am

Gold coin

Sports Focus SHIRE WIDE

All sporting clubs across Mount Alexander Shire.

Anyone wanting to play sport. All ages and abilities welcome.

Assistance to find a sport or club that suits you.

Sports Focus 5442 3101 sportsfocus.com.au

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Nordic Pole Walking NEWSTEAD

Newstead oval, Pyrenees Highway, Newstead.

All welcome. Able to walk independently for 10 metres.

Introductory/moderate intensity, group pole walking.


Tuesday 8.30 – 9.30am

Gold coin

Nordic Pole Walking CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Botanical Gardens, Castlemaine.

Older adults 70+ and others assessed as suitable.

Introductory/easy group pole walking with Volunteer support.

Friday 10 – 12.30pm

Gold coin

Nordic Pole Walking MALDON

Maldon Hospital, Day Activities room, Adair Street, Maldon.

All welcome. Moderate/hard intensity, group pole walking.

Thursday 9.30am School terms

Gold coin

Companion Walking 1 to 1 CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Botanical Gardens, Tea Rooms Area, Castlemaine.

Older people and people with a disability. Physio assessment may be required.

Companion walking 1 to 1. Own pace with a volunteer followed by group morning tea at local cafe.

Castlemaine Health Adult Day Service 5471 1566

Tuesday 9 – 11am Free

Laughter Yoga Mount Alexander Club SHIRE WIDE

Castlemaine Maldon Newstead.

All welcome. Fun Yoga – laugh for health.

Jenny Parker 0417 475 270 [email protected]

Saturday and Wednesday monthly 30mins

Free

Maldon Social Dog Walking Club MALDON BARINGHUP

Park behind Maldon Museum, off High Street, Maldon or

Baringhup Football Oval, Baringhup.

Anyone with a dog.

Social dog walking group. 40 minute gentle walk in Maldon, or off-lead running at Baringhup Football oval, followed by morning tea.

1st and 3rd Sunday Maldon

2nd and 4th Sunday Barinhghup

Sunday 10am

Summertime 9am

Gold coin

morning tea

Companion Walking 1 to 1

SHIRE WIDE

Individual locations and route as arranged.

Older people and people with a disability.

Companion walking 1 to 1. At own pace with a volunteer in a location of choice.

Mount Alexander Shire Council Social Support 5471 1766

As arranged Free

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Healthy Lifestyle Program CASTLEMAINE

Community Rehabilitation Centre, Castlemaine Health, Cornish Street, Castlemaine.

Anyone recovering from illness or injury requiring an exercise program.

8 week, goal-directed gym program supervised by a physiotherapist.

Castlemaine Health Community Rehabilitation Centre 5471 1568

Monday and Thursday 9 – 10am

$8.50 / $15

Rocky Riders Mountain BikersCASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine and surrounding areas.

Anyone interested in riding mountain bikes.

Regular fun, social mountain bike rides for all skill levels.

www.rockyriders.com

www.facebook.com/rockyriders

Check the website or Facebook page for upcoming events. Varies depending on activity.

CastlemaineWomen’s Cycling Group


Women interested in bike riding.

All different riding styles, abilities and fitness levels, including road, off-road, trail and bike path rides.

www.facebook.com/groups/castlemaine womenscycling

castlemainewomens [email protected]

Check Facebook page. Free

Gentle Water Exercise Program KYNETON

Kyneton Sports & Aquatics Centre, Kyneton.

Older adults with stable chronic conditions. Medical clearance required.

Gentle exercises to music in hydrotherapy pool. Bus transport.


Monday 1 – 4pm

$5 bus $8 class

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Monday Club MALDON

Maldon Hospital, Day Activities room, Adair Street, Maldon.

Older adults 70+.Range of activities, companionship and outings.


Monday 10am – 2.30pm $10

Knitting Group CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Library, Cnr Barker Street & Mechanics Lane, Castlemaine.

Older people interested in knitting.

Social knitting for a cause group and morning tea.


Tuesday 10am – 12noon

$2.50 (Includes morning tea) bus $3

Leisure and Lifestyle HARCOURT

Harcourt Bowling Club, Harcourt.

Older adults needing support to get out and about.

Social group with a range of activities and speakers.

Thursday (2nd Thursday of the month only) 10am – 2pm

$12.40 (Includes lunch) bus $3

Fridays Out and About SHIRE WIDE

Varies - Mount Alexander Shire and beyond.

Social outings, shopping and lunch.

Friday 10am – 2pm

$3 / $6 Bus. Purchase own lunch


Friends of Leisterville CASTLEMAINE

Leisterville Hall, 30 William Street, Castlemaine.

Social group with a range of activities inlcuding exercise, quizzes, speakers and outings.

Thursday 10am – 2pm

$12.40 (Includes lunch) bus $3

Scrabble CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Library, Cnr Barker Street & Mechanics Lane, Castlemaine.

Older, independent people interested in mental stimulation.

Social scrabble group and morning tea.

Tuesday 10am – 12noon

$2.50 (Includes morning tea) bus $3

Movies at Metcalfe METCALFE

Metcalfe Shire Hall, Metcalfe-Kyneton Road, Metcalfe.

Older people needing support to get out and about.

Transport to Metcalfe for classic movie and afternoon tea.

Tuesday (2nd Tuesday of the month only) 1 – 3pm

$3 afternoon tea $3 bus

Musical Memories CASTLEMAINE

Ray Bradfield Room Victory Park, Castlemaine.

Older people who love music and singing.

Musical activities, singing and afternoon tea.

Tues 1.30 – 3pm (except 2nd Tues of month)

$2.50 (Includes afternoon tea) bus $3

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Canasta at Newstead NEWSTEAD

Dig Café Newstead, 15 Lyons Street, Newstead.

Older people interested in playing cards.

Social canasta and morning tea/lunch.


Wednesday 11am – 2pm

Free activity. Purchase own refreshments. $3 Bus

Monday Alexander Club HARCOURT

Harcourt Leisure Centre, Binghams Road, Harcourt.

Older adults.

Range of activities, discussions and monthly outings. Lunch included.

Castlemaine Health Social Support 5471 1566

Monday 9.30am – 2.30pm

$12 extra for outings

Wednesday Alexander Club HARCOURT


Older adults.Wednesday 9.30am – 2.30pm


Friday Alexander Club HARCOURT


Older adults. Friday 9.30am – 2pm


Out & Out Clubs HARCOURT


Younger adults with a disability - post school.

Range of activities including craft, dancing, parties and outings. Dinner included. Girls specific evening once a month. Guys specific evening once a month.

Tuesday 5 – 9pm or Thursday 5 – 9pm


Monday Bowls CASTLEMAINE

Wesley Hill Hall, Duke Street, Castlemaine. Older adults 70+. Indoor based bowls. Light

lunch included.Monday 10.30am – 1pm $6

Singing Groups CASTLEMAINE

Various venues. Contact Castlemaine Community House for details.

Anyone wanting to sing.

Men’s and women’s choirs, mixed choirs and choirs for all abilities.

Castlemaine Community House www.cch.org.au 5472 4842

As advertised on website Low cost

Corker Orchestra CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Uniting Church Hall, Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine.

Anyone who plays an instrument - all ages, abilities and instruments welcome.

A community based orchestra for people who enjoy making music, led by an experienced musician.

Dr Janey Jackson 0407 887 858

Monday 6 – 7:30pm

$10 adults $5 under 18s

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Maine ConnectionCASTLEMAINE

Leisterville Hall,30 William Street,Castlemaine.

Anyone experiencing emotional distress, mental health issues or social isolation.

Social support group and lunch.

David 0400 975 680

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10.30am – 2.30pm

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U3A Castlemaine Inc.CASTLEMAINE

Various around Castlemaine.


Book discussion group, singing together, bridge, chess, mah-jong, solo whist, over 80s luncheon, solo group.

U3A Castlemaine,Ph. 5472 2249Email: [email protected] Website: www.u3acastlemaine.com


$50 annual memb-ership covers all programs

Active Tuesdays Active ChoicesSHIRE WIDE


Older, physically independent people needing support to access social activities.

4 rotational social day outings and activities:‘Shop til you drop’ ‘Magical Mystery Tours’ ‘Out to Lunch’ ‘Discovery Tuesday’.

Castlemaine HealthSocial Support5471 1565

Tuesday 9am – 3pm Varies

Castlemaine Social Network SHIRE WIDE

Various. Monthly dine-out: Five Flags Hotel, Midland Highway, Campbells Creek.


Social and recreational activities throughout the shire including dine-outs, films, theatre, markets, music, festivals and outings.

Joyce Sanders 5470 [email protected] Free, weekly online calendar of activities

Various. Dine-out (1st Thursday of the month) 6pm

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Getting there solutions MALDON

Clients home and local community.

Older people needing transport assisitance.

Individual and group bus trips. Appointments, shopping etc. Maldon Hospital

Social Support 5479 8622

Tuesday and by arrangement

Costs per kilometre

Friendly visitor links MALDON Older adults.

Companionship at home sharing interests/hobbies local outings.

By arrangement Free

Volunteer Visiting SHIRE WIDE

Clients home and local community.

Older people needing social support.

Regular home visits, outings and companionship. Mount Alexander

Shire Council Social Support 5471 1766

Monday – Friday as arranged Free

Magazines CASTLEMAINE

Frail house bound clients.

Weekly delivery of current magazines.

Monday and Wednesday 1 – 4pm

Free

Castlemaine and District Accommodation and Resource Group (CADARG) CASTLEMAINE

CADARG Uniting Church Grounds, 12 Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine.

People requiring support with housing and legal advice.

Support with emergency and other housing issues. Access to: Office of Housing, Consumer Affairs Victoria and Youth Housing Support.

CADARG 5472 4299 cadarg@castlemaine health.org.au

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9am – 5pm

Free

No Interest Loans Scheme (NILS) CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Community House, 65 Templeton Street, Castlemaine.

Concession card holders or people on a low income.

To assist with buying household items if unable to get a loan through the usual agencies.

NILS Text or call for an appointment on 0432 421 181

Friday, appointment required

Centrelink Agency CASTLEMAINE

All welcome.

Centrelink and Medicare forms can be handed in. Use of computer and phone to contact government agencies.


Monday to Friday 9am – 3pm Free

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Home and Community Care (HACC) SHIRE WIDE

Client’s home and local community.

Older people, people with disabilities and their carers needing support. Assessment required.

Variety of services available to support people to be active and independent in their own home. Includes home care, personal care, in-home exercises, podiatry, home safety, meals and respite

Community Wellbeing Mount Alexander Shire Council

5471 1766

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Support services for people with disabilities CASTLEMAINE

Windarring 317 Barker Street, Castlemaine.

All people with disabilities, their families and carers.

Support services include: supported employment, self directed planning, respite & accommodation, staff & carers, leisure & recreation, visual & performing arts, education, traineeships, student placement, information sharing.

Windarring Association for People with Disabilities. David Silvagni 5472 1599 [email protected] www.windarring.org.au

Weekday and weekend activities

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Care Group MALDON

Maldon Anglican Church Hall, 7 Templeton Street, Maldon.

Carer or person being cared for. Group support.


Wednesday monthly 3pm (2nd Wednesday of month)

Free

Respite Accommodation CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine.All people with disabilities, their families and carers.

Respite facility under construction due to open end of 2015.

Windarring Community Partnership: Mount Alexander Shire Accommodation and Respite Group Inc. MASARG Windarring 5422 7001

Wednesday Respite Club HARCOURT


People with dementia and frail aged.

Range of activities including gardening, walking, singing and monthly outings. Lunch included.


Wednesday 9am – 3pm

$12 or outings $6 plus own expenses

Friday Respite Club HARCOURT

Friday 9am – 4pm

Respite House BENDIGO

White Hills, Bendigo.

People with dementia, frail aged and their carers.

2-3 night breaks in specially designed and appointed house to give carers time out.

Variable Cost variable

Respite Holidays BENDIGO

White Hills, Bendigo. 1-2 times a year Cost

variable

Monday Men’s Respite Club HARCOURT


Men with dementia and frail aged.

Range of activities including gardening, walking, hands on projects and fortnightly outings. Lunch included.

Monday 9.30am – 3.30pm

$12 or outings $6 plus own expenses

Carer Support Services Loddon Mallee SHIRE WIDE

Castlemaine Health, Cornish Street, Castlemaine.

Carers of anyone who has a disability, mental illness, is frail, aged, suffers from dementia or chronic illness.

Information and support; respite coordination; advocacy; referral to other services and someone to talk to.

Bendigo Health Castlemaine office 5471 1017 24 hour contact 1800 068 978

Newstead Carer Support Group NEWSTEAD

Dig Cafe Newstead, 15 Lyons Street, Newstead.

Carers.Social support group for carers of people with a disability.

Bendigo Health Carer Support Service 5471 1017

Monthly meetings Free

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Carers exercise groupCASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine RSL Hall, 36 Mostyn Street, Castlemaine.

Carers of people with dementia and frail aged.

Strength training exercises followed by coffee in local cafe.

Castlemaine Health Social Support 5471 1566

Wednesday 9 – 11am $4

Creative Arts Program NEWSTEAD

Rural Transaction Centre, 45 Lyons Street, Newstead.

Carers of all ages, no artistic experience needed.

Support group for carers using creative art materials and meditation.

Bendigo Health Carer Support Service5471 1017 orJanice Mandara0439 847 909

Monthly on Tuesday10.30am – 12.30pm

Varies

Families for the FutureCASTLEMAINE

Dove Cafe,Corner Doveton and Hargreaves Streets,Castlemaine.

Carers of children with a disability.

Friendly, social support group.

Bendigo Health Carer Support Service5471 1017

First Wednesday of the month10 – 11.30am

Free

Carer Support Group CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Health Cafe,Cornish Street, Castlemaine.

Carers of people with dementia and frail aged.

Supportive group with guest speakers and sharing.


2nd Monday of each month 10am

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SSenior Citizens Club CAMPBELLS CREEK

Campbells Creek Community Centre, Elizabeth Street, Campbells Creek.

All welcome 60+.

Range of social activities and lunch.

Barry Thornbury 5472 1864

Thursday 11.30am – 2pm

$2 yearly membership $10 lunch

Senior Citizens Club CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Senior Citizens Centre, Mechanics Lane, Castlemaine.

Range of activities including movies, internet, music, Mah Jong, ladies craft and Bingo. Monthly concert on Friday.

Heather Harcus 5472 2904

Monday to Friday 1 – 3pm

$2 yearly membership $2 activities

Senior Citizens Club CHEWTON

Chewton Community Centre, Pyrenees Highway, Chewton.

Range of social activities including outings. Dinner day last Thursday monthly. Annual trips away. Monthly program available.

Dot Pollard 5472 3297

Thursday 12noon (except 1st Thursday of the month)

$5 yearly membership $12 lunch

Senior Citizens Club MALDON

Maldon Senior Citizens Centre, 2 Francis Street, Maldon.

Range of social activities. Leo Farrell 5475 1145

Wednesday 12noon Friday 1pm

$5 yearly membership

Senior Citizens Club METCALFE

Metcalfe Shire Hall, Metcalfe – Kyneton Road, Metcalfe.

Range of social activities and lunch on Thursdays fortnightly. Movies on Tuesdays monthly.

Dot Smith 5423 2635

Thursday (fortnightly) 12noon Tuesday (2nd Tuesday of month) 1pm

$5 yearly membership $9 lunch $3 afternoon tea film day

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All welcome.

Community gardening, sharing resources, produce and knowledge.

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre 5475 2093

Working bee 2nd Saturday of month 9am – 12noon

$5 annual membership

Growing Abundance Project Inc. CASTLEMAINE

Lot 19, Langslow Street, Castlemaine. Check for venue details.

Harvest Program: harvesting, pruning and sharing excess fruit. Have your trees tended or be a volunteer. Training available.

Sas Allardice 0456 951 246 [email protected]

As advertised Free

Community Garden NEWSTEAD

Newstead Community Garden, Newstead. (Behind Anglican Church, Panmure Street)

Community gardening, sharing resources, produce and knowledge, communal/individual plots or volunteer assistance.

Newstead Community Garden Mary Park 5476 2593 www.newsteadgarden.wordpress.com

Anytime Low cost

The Hub PlotCommunity Demonstration Food GardenCASTLEMAINE

The Hub Plot,233 Barker Street (Cnr Barker Street andTempleton Street)Castlemaine.

All welcome.

Social gardening group. Also workshops, field trips, produce exchange, seasonal celebrations, seed swaps etc.

The Hub PlotHeather 54 723094www.thehubplot.tumblr.com/

Monday 9 am produce exchange 11am

Free

Community Kitchen GardenCASTLEMAINE

Rear of Castlemaine Continuing Education, 30 Templeton Street, Castlemaine.

Gardening for health, wellbeing and friendship. Sharing produce and gardening skills.


Wednesday 10am – 2pm Free




Friday morning garden club.

U3A Castlemaine, 5472 2249 u3acastlemaine @gmail.com www. u3acastlemaine .com


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Life-Long Learning Courses and workshops MALDON


All welcome.

Contact centre for program details.

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre 5475 2093 www.maldonnc.org.au See program

as advertised.

Concessions availableProgram of

Classes & Workshops CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Community House. Check program for details.

Includes Permaculture Design Cert 3. Contact Castlemaine Community House for program.


Learn Local courses CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Continuing Education, 30 Templeton Street, Castlemaine.

Variety of courses available in art, computer technology and hospitality. Some accredited certificate courses.

Castlemaine Continuing Education 5472 3299 [email protected] www.cced.com.au

Weekday and weekends. Day and evening

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Courses in art, photography, film, computers, lifestyle, history and current affairs, humanities, foreign languages, music and dance, social science, access to LaTrobe University lectures.

U3A Castlemaine, 5472 2249 [email protected] www. u3acastlemaine.com



Bendigo TAFE CASTLEMAINE

Bendigo TAFE, 65 Templeton Street, CASTLEMAINE.

All welcome.Contact Bendigo TAFE for current course availability.

Bendigo TAFE 5471 1901 www.bendigotafe.edu.au

Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm

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Public Internet Computer Access CASTLEMAINE Castlemaine Community

House, 65 Templeton Street, Castlemaine.

All welcome.

Fast broadband available for emails, information search, banking, online job applications etc.


Monday to Friday 9am – 3pm. Bookings may be required.

Free small charge for printing

Free computer help CASTLEMAINE

One-on-one support with computer use.

Bookings essential Free

Broadband for Seniors CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Senior Citizen’s Club rooms, Mechanics Lane, Castlemaine.

Seniors.One-on-one assistance, teaching and advice on computers.


Monday 9am – 12noon

$2 includes morning tea

Public Internet Computer Access MALDON

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre, Corner Edward and Church Street, Maldon.

All welcome.Computers available for public use with access to internet and printing

Maldon Neighbourhood Centre 5475 2093 www.maldonnc.org.au

Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 9am – 3pm

Free use, small charge for printing

U3A Castlemaine Inc CASTLEMAINE



Computer and internet, Microsoft Word, Publisher, genealogy online

U3A Castlemaine, 5472 2249 [email protected] www.u3acastlemaine.com



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Community Lunch CASTLEMAINE

Town Hall, Fredrick Street, Castlemaine.

All welcome. Two-course vegetarian lunch.


Tuesday 12.30pm School terms

$5

Community Lunch CASTLEMAINE

Salvation Army, 47 Kennedy Street, Castlemaine. *Next to Railway Station

All welcome. Lunch and companionship.

Salvation Army Castlemaine 54705389

Friday 12 noon

Gold coin

Community Lunch NEWSTEAD

Newstead Community Centre, 6 Lyons Street, Newstead.

All welcome.

Two-course vegetarian lunch.

Anthony 0490 055 918

Wednesday 12.30pm $3

Community Lunch MALDON

Maldon Community Centre, 2 Francis Street, Maldon.

Two-course lunch.Mount Alexander Shire Council 5471 1766

Wednesday 12 noon $5

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YWax foot baths CASTLEMAINE


People with a history of chilblains on the feet.

A therapeutic treatment where the foot is placed in a bath of heated paraffin wax.

Castlemaine Health Community Rehabilitation Centre 5471 1568

Held during late autumn and winter.

$5

Cardiac Rehabilitation CASTLEMAINE

People who have had cardiac surgery, a heart attack, unstable angina or chronic cardiac failure.

8 week education program about heart health, exercise and peer support.

Monday 1 – 3.15pm Free

Falls prevention program CASTLEMAINE


People at risk of falls.

6 week program providing exercises and education to reduce falls risk.

Intermittently throughout the year

$30

Pulmonary Rehabilitation CASTLEMAINE

Anyone with a lung related disorder.

7 week program providing education about lung health, exercise and peer support.

Pain Management CASTLEMAINE

Anyone with chronic pain.

6 week program providing education and strategies to improve quality of life and better manage pain.

Castlemaine Library CASTLEMAINE

Castlemaine Library, Corner Barker Street and Mechanics Lane, Castlemaine.

All welcome.

Borrowing, public internet, book groups, adult and children’s programs, housebound program, volunteering, colour copying and printing.

Castlemaine Library 5472 1458 [email protected] www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au

Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 10am – 6pm Thur 10am – 8pm Sat 9.30am – 3pm Sun closed

Free

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Mount Alexander Sustainability Group (MASG) CASTLEMAINE

MASG 325 Barker Street, Castlemaine.

All welcome.

Environmental sustainability programs including: information and advice about sustainable living, volunteering, courses / workshops.

MASG 5470 6978 [email protected] www.masg.org.au PO Box 1043, Castlemaine 3450

Tuesday to Thursday 10am – 4pm

Varies

‘Making a Move’ Falls Prevention Program SHIRE WIDE

Client’s home. People at risk of falls.

In-home, supervised, individual exercise program. Designed to reduce risk of falls. 30 minutes twice weekly.


As arranged Low cost




Intuitive development through relaxation, mindfulness meditation for wellbeing.

U3A Castlemaine, 5472 2249 [email protected] www.u3acastlemaine.com



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Castlemaine Men’s Shed CASTLEMAINE

Windarring 317 Barker Street, Castlemaine (located at rear).

Senior men.

Men working together on a range of woodwork and other projects. Morning tea and a chat.

Doug Mc Conville 5470 6332

Michael Martin 5475 1930

Friday 9.30am – 12.30pm

$3 per week


Maldon Men’s Shed MALDON

Vintage Machinery Museum, Vincents Street, Maldon (rear of building).

Men of all ages.

Range of community projects, metal/wood. Equipment available. Social activites include darts, billiards and discussions.

Rob Gibb 0407 810 633

Wednesday 9.30am – 4.30pm

$2 per week


Newstead Men’s Shed NEWSTEAD

Old Fire Station, Pyrenees Hwy, Newstead.

Men of all ages.

Range of community projects including toys and garden implements. Discussions and health talks.

Barry Lacey 5476 2263

Neil Webster 5476 2263

Tuesday 9am – 4pm (11am meeting) Sunday 9am – 2pm

$2 per week



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