Australian German Welfare Society in South Melbourne, Victoria | Cultural centre

Australian German Welfare Society

Locality: South Melbourne, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9696 0907

Address: 4th Floor, 24 Albert Road 3205 South Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.germanwelfare.org.au

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25.01.2022 Our book club is now virtual! We are so excited that we have been able to take our daytime and evening book groups online. It has allowed us to catch up and talk books in a safe way, in the comfort of our own homes ... Here are just some of the great titles we have lined up for this year: Die Mittagsstunde Doerte Hansen Mein Name ist Maryte Alvydas Slepikas Die Kreuzfahrer Wladimir Kaminer Das Haus meiner Eltern hat viele Rume Ursula Ott Was wollen die denn hier? Lucas Vogelsang, Joachim Krl, Margrit Bttner Der Zopf meiner Gromutter. Alina Bronsky Find out more about our book club and the books we will be reading here: https://germanwelfare.org.au/activities/book-club/ Wir sind fr Sie da #virtualbookgroup #germanbooks #cometogether #stayhome #australiangerman #germansociety

24.01.2022 Happy Mothers Day to all the amazing and strong mothers that deserve celebrating! Take today to relax and be with your family, near or far, they are in our hearts. Mothers hold their childrens hands for a short while, but their hearts forever... #happymothersday #germanaustralian #germanmothers #loveyourmum

24.01.2022 Our very own Ingrid Preston of Australian German Welfare Society was interviewed on SBS German Click the link attached to hear about us in Lockdown and how we have been throughout this time. Thank you for all the wonderful members who have continued to support us through this time ... We are excited to be back running our events and activities as soon as its safe to do so #australiangerman #SBSgerman #SBSdeutsch #lockdown #covid19 #thankyou

24.01.2022 It doesnt have to be difficult to contact your loved ones in this period, especially with all the great online software! Dont hesitate to contact us for help with your technology. Call us on 9696 0907 and we will help set you up with all the information you need to video and chat to your family.... We look forward to hearing from you! #australiangermanwelfare #melbournesociety #technologyaid #australiangerman #germanwelfare

22.01.2022 We are so appreciative of our fabulous volunteers We are so lucky to have such a great group of people keeping the Australian German Welfare Society running. They work hard so that our events and activities can be held and run smoothly for our members!... If you would like to become a member or volunteer, learn more by visiting our website: https://germanwelfare.org.au/ Wir sind fr Sie da Our office hours are: 9am 1pm. Call us on 03 9696 0907 #volunteer #australian #german #melbourne #appreciationpost

22.01.2022 We hope everyone is finding ways to stay optimistic and live with happiness in these uncertain times! One of the best ways to feel positivity is to practice mindfulness, there are some great apps you can download on your phone to help such as: - Headspace... - Rootd - Sleeptime - Bloom Try some of these apps to encourage meditation and help relax anxiety! #australiangermanwelfare #staysafe #mentalhealthawareness #ruok #melbourneorganisation

22.01.2022 It is so important to us that you feel supported because our members are what supports us! Our Australian German society is its own kind of family, especially those with relatives overseas. Become a member today here: https://germanwelfare.org.au/membership/ and become a part of our society!... #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne #germannews

21.01.2022 Our August newsletter hot off the press! We are excited to share this months stories and updates with you. We love hearing from our caring members and any inspirational stories that we can share with our community!... To download the newsletter and contact us visit our website: https://germanwelfare.org.au/news/ #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne #germannews

20.01.2022 Our August newsletter hot off the press! We are excited to share this month’s stories and updates with you. We love hearing from our caring members and any inspirational stories that we can share with our community!... To download the newsletter and contact us visit our website: https://germanwelfare.org.au/news/ #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne #germannews

19.01.2022 It is a beautiful time to celebrate connection In Australia, our restrictions are slowly being lifted and we are able to be with our family in person. What an uplifting moment, really showing us how precious the time we spend with our loved ones is.... If you would like help with contacting your family overseas visit https://germanwelfare.org.au/contact/ to contact us. #australiangerman #germanwelfare #celebrateconnection #welfaresociety #swissinmelbourne #germaninmelbourne

19.01.2022 This winter weather and inside time has got us watching a lot of movies! Here is a great list of movies to watch: - Groundhog Day - When Harry met Sally... - Cherry Blossoms (Kirschblten) - Vier Minuten - Emmas Bliss (Emmas Glck) - Oh Boy! Let us know what your go-to movie is when you have time at home! #australiangermansociety #wintermovies #germanaustralians #timeathome #austrianaustralian

19.01.2022 One of the great clubs that we organise is our German book club It provides a great opportunity to socialise and helps you to be held accountable for your nightly read! We love our book club because it gives our members a chance to come together, communicate and relax with a great German book.... We have two book club groups; one during the day and one in the evening. Something for everyones schedule! Wir sind fr Sie da Our office hours are: 9am 1pm. Call us on: 03 9696 0907 Become a member by visiting this link: https://germanwelfare.org.au/membership/

19.01.2022 Wearing our masks is the new norm! Show us your funky patterns that you are sporting on your face now There are many local people and new start up companies that are selling homemade masks. Drop a photo of your great masks below! ... #australiangermanwelfaresociety #facemasks #maskup #melbournemasks #homemademasks #creativefacemasks

18.01.2022 At the Australian German Welfare Society, we have computer tutoring and help with technology know-how for you Some examples of the things we can help you with: Emailing pictures to your family overseas (and take the pictures too!)... Downloading apps onto your smartphone Surfing the web on your tablet or smartphone Sending text messages, emails and social media messages Learning how to use Microsoft Office software Tips and tricks for using your tablet or smartphone How to safely shop online (like books or DVDs) Using your GPS on your tablet or smartphone Connecting your device to WiFi Our Tech Tutor can spend time with you one-on-one to assist you with being online We will let you know as soon as our offices open again as we have three computers and one iPad available for our members to use during office hours. Wir sind fr Sie da #technologyhelp #australiangerman #australiangermansociety #australianaustrian #germanaidinaustralia

18.01.2022 Our resource page on our website is a hub full of useful information for Germans in Australia: https://germanwelfare.org.au/what-we-do/resources/ Just some of the resources on this page include, Evangelisch-Lutherische Dreifaltigkeitsgemeinde, Club Tivoli Deutscher Verein, Austrian Club sterreichischer Club.... Plus it includes a link to all their websites and their email addresses! Contact us if you would like any more information Wir sind fr Sie da #germanresources #australiangerman #australiangermansociety #australianaustrian #germanaidinaustralia

17.01.2022 It doesn’t have to be difficult to contact your loved ones in this period, especially with all the great online software! Don’t hesitate to contact us for help with your technology. Call us on 9696 0907 and we will help set you up with all the information you need to video and chat to your family.... We look forward to hearing from you! #australiangermanwelfare #melbournesociety #technologyaid #australiangerman #germanwelfare

16.01.2022 Our passion is caring and advocating for our German community in Australia Keeping in touch with where we originated from is so important to keep the heritage strong. It is a rare thing that we can pass down more than one language and culture generations.... To become a member and connect with the Australian German community, visit our website https://germanwelfare.org.au/membership/ #germanwelfare #australiangerman #germansociety #germaninmelbourne #strongheritage

15.01.2022 Some memories of before restrictions Our great trivia nights were always a celebratory event! Our members love to get together and hold great events with their German-Australian community ... #australiangermansociety #trivianight #germanaustralians #communityevents #austrianaustralian

15.01.2022 In June & July children of our playgroup Rappelkiste coloured in winter postcards for German speaking seniors at the two elderly homes MHL and TTHA They were then sent via email to the elderly homes to hopefully cheer up some seniors in these difficult times of isolation. Let us make sure we are spreading joy this month!... What are you doing to put a smile on somebodys face? #australiangerman #germanwelfare #rappelkiste #spreadhappiness #germaninaustralia

14.01.2022 What books have you been reading in your time at home? It is great book reading weather here in Melbourne, whilst our restrictions may have been tightened we are grateful for our time to reflect at home #australiangerman #welfaresociety #homereading #germanbooks #supportcommunity

13.01.2022 It is important we keep in touch online at the moment so we can still feel connected to the people we love If you are having any problems contacting family members overseas, you are not alone. At Australian German Welfare we can support you through the process of contacting your loved ones online, whether it be sending photos or setting up a video chat ... Visit https://germanwelfare.org.au/what-we-do/technology-know-how/ to find out more about our technology support. Wir sind fr Sie da Contact us on 03 9696 0907 Our office hours are 9am-1pm #australiangerman #onlinesupport #keepuptodate #bewithyourlovedones #melbourne #australia

13.01.2022 Listen to this great interview given by our past president Birgit Goetz! Here is the link: https://audiomedia-sbs.akamaized.net/german_d5c3abb7-f43b-4 We are very proud of our history and constantly looking forward to our future ... #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne

12.01.2022 Today marks our 66th anniversary as the Australian German Welfare Society Melbourne! We shall celebrate with love and laughter all online. We hope you are staying safe and keeping in contact with your loved ones As a society we are so thankful for our supportive network who stick by us through everything!... #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #australiangermansocietyanniversary #germancommunitymelbourne #66thanniversary

12.01.2022 The Australian German Welfare Society offers its Family Welfare services to all German-speaking migrants in Australia Our experienced staff are fluent in both English and German, they are here to assist you with a variety of welfare difficulties, such as: Referral to German speaking legal professionals... With personal and family difficulties Applications for or lodgement of the pension Plus, more To find out how to contact us visit: https://germanwelfare.org.au/contact/ Wir sind fr Sie da Our current office hours are 9am-1pm #australiangerman #familywelfare #assistyou #wearehereforyou #melbournesociety #callus

12.01.2022 We would love to hear in the comments what little things you are feeling grateful for At the moment the world feels like it is upside down but at Australian German Welfare Society we are looking to the little things to bring us joy! For a start, we are grateful for our gardens in our homes, they let us breath and stretch in the fresh air ... #grateful #australian #german #melbourne #letusknow

12.01.2022 Ready for the weekend? Whether you are working from home, studying online or still travelling each day, the weekend is the time out you need! A good reminder during these uncertain times is to remain kind to everyone, you never know how each person has been impacted ... If anyone is struggling at the moment dont hesitate to contact us at 9696 0907. We can put you through to our german speaking Community Service Worker, Tanja, who you can speak to freely #australiangermanwelfaresociety #melbournevictoria #relaxationweekend #spreadkindness #australiangerman

12.01.2022 Here in Melbourne our restaurants are open again, so we have been able to catch up and visit our favourite cafes and restaurants! Here are some great German restaurants/bars in Melbourne that you may like to visit: Hophaus Southbank, Melbourne Southbank https://hophaus.com.au/ Berlin Bar CBD https://berlinbar.com.au/#willyoudare... Bierkeller (Austrian-German) Richmond http://www.bierkeller.com.au/ Austro South Melbourne https://www.instagram.com/austrobakery/ Hofbrauhaus Melbourne CBD https://www.hofbrauhaus.com.au/ German Club Tivoli Dandenong https://www.germanclubtivoli.com.au/ Thank you https://www.theurbanlist.com//best-german-restaurants-melb for help with this great list. #germanrestaurant #australiangerman #Melbournefood #australiangermansociety #australianaustrian #germanaidinaustralia

11.01.2022 We hope all our Victorian members are staying safe and well during these trying times Although our office doors may not be open, our remote support services are available to anyone. Let us all come together and support each other so that we can make it through this as a society.... Here is a flashback photo of Flinders St Station in Melbourne. Contact us to see how we can help you or a family member today: https://germanwelfare.org.au/contact/ #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne #germannews

11.01.2022 Did you know we do a monthly newsletter? At the AGWS we love to keep our members up to date with all the events and new things happening! Our newsletter normally includes a message to our members, a calendar of events, information about our clubs and groups, useful information, announcements plus more!... It is a great way to keep up to date with the Australian-German community! Become a member by visiting this link: https://germanwelfare.org.au/membership/ Wir sind fr Sie da Our office hours are: 9am 1pm. Call us on 03 9696 0907

10.01.2022 One of our members, a 97-year-old lady, loves her iPad! All because she can call her grandchildren in Japan and America and can also see them through FaceTime and skype She loves playing Solitaire and if she loses she can just turn off her iPad and start all over! ... #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #australiangermansocietyanniversary #germancommunitymelbourne

09.01.2022 How are you celebrating the weekend? Even if you are working from home there is always a moment to take a time out! Take a walk outside or do someone creative inside! ... Here is a great article full of activities to do from home: https://www.lifehack.org//lifestyle/30-fun-things-home.html #australiangermanwelfare #germanwelfare #boredinthehouse #athomeactivities

09.01.2022 Here is some great cooking inspiration if you are stuck at home! We love sharing great food with our amazing members when we host one of our events or activities. Food is one of the best ways to bring people together!... If you have been cooking whilst at home, share some photos of your fabulous food in the comments below. Someone may just get inspiration from your meal! If you are interested in attending some of these great events, become a member by visiting this link: https://germanwelfare.org.au/membership/

08.01.2022 Our newsletter has had an upgrade! A totally new design which is easy to read and colourful! We would love for you to be up to date with all the happenings in the Australian German community so please feel free to download our monthly newsletter here: ... https://germanwelfare.org.au/news/ Wir sind fr Sie da #australiangerman #onlinesupport #keepuptodate #bewithyourlovedones #melbourne #australia #germannewsletter

08.01.2022 We would love to hear about the sports you are watching or playing in isolation! It is so important to keep moving and making sure we get outside to revive our bodies. Have you taken on tips from the kids and have started playing some Soccer, football or cricket?... Let us know how you are moving your body today! #moveyourbody #germanfootball #australiangerman #melbournesociety #letusknow

05.01.2022 What is the view from your window? Everyone is at home at the moment but that doesnt mean we shouldnt appreciate the view outside our own windows! This is our Office Manager Ingrids view from Melbourne.... Comment yours below! Inspiration from View from my window #viewfrommywindow #commentbelow #australiangerman #melbourneviews

04.01.2022 Herzlichen Glckwunsch nachtrglich zum 92. Geburtstag, lieber Heinz Knappert! Heinz is regularly visited by Frank who is a part of our Friendly Visiting Service. Frank is one of our German speaking volunteers at the Australian German Welfare Society Heinz is pictured on his 92nd birthday on April 23rd this year.... A beautiful story and such an inspirational man. Having his birthday in isolation but still feeling the support from his German community! Contact us on 03 9696 0907 if you would like to be visited yourself as a member of our senior community or if you would like to give someone company at home as a volunteer of our society. Visit our website for more information: https://germanwelfare.org.au/ #australiangerman #germanbirthday #keepuptodate #bewithyourlovedones #melbourne #australia #germannewsletter #seniorvisitingservice

03.01.2022 Adapting and thriving! At the AGWS we have had to adapt to the circumstances and push forward to support our members and the Australian German community We would like to commend all the wonderful businesses that have overcome and made the best of this situation. ... If you own a German business in Australia or would like to get involved in the German community, dont hesitate to contact us on 9696 0907 Or visit our website to become a member https://germanwelfare.org.au/membership/ Wir sind fr Sie da #australiangerman #germanwelfare #celebrateconnection #welfaresociety #swissinmelbourne #germaninmelbourne #virtualbookclub #germanbookclub

02.01.2022 Half way through the week! Celebrate with an online party with your loved ones. It is important we still take precautions but that doesnt mean we cant communicate with love! ... If you need technological help, dont hesitate to contact us: https://germanwelfare.org.au/contact/ #australiangermansociety #onlineparty #germanaustralians #timeathome #austrianaustralian

01.01.2022 A flashback from our fabulous traffic school that we usually run! This year is going so fast, we can hardly imagine just how fast the children are growing up as well. #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne #germantrafficschool

01.01.2022 A flashback from our fabulous traffic school that we usually run! This year is going so fast, we can hardly imagine just how fast the children are growing up as well. #australiangerman #germanwelfare #germansocietymelbourne #germaninmelbourne #germanchildrengroup