Coonara Community House in Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria | Community organisation

Coonara Community House

Locality: Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9758 7081

Address: 22 Willow Rd 3156 Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 A new project has begun at Coonara providing free workshops to help you Eat well, live well and ultimately be well. Join us for our Wednesday Community Lunch at 12.30pm starting Feb 10 followed by the first of our workshops, "Herbal Teas from your garden"

23.01.2022 Work has begun our our permanent shade sail over our sandpit! Just in time before the new year begins. We look forward to further promoting sun protection with our children! Reminder from our ELC that when the UV is above 3 all children are required to wear a broad rimmed hat, sunscreen and keep shoulders covered! Check our sunscreen station in the foyer each session for our UV rating. Slip, slop, slap!

23.01.2022 The beautiful grounds of Coonara that inspire our team! Wonderful welcoming environment!

21.01.2022 Top tips for mental health during lockdown. Look after yourselves.

19.01.2022 Remember to ask and remember to really listen. RUOK?

19.01.2022 We are excited our shade sail was installed this afternoon in our ELC! Lots of morning shade for sandpit play! We have lots of plans to landscape this area this year. Keep an eye out for our water play scape which we know the children are going to love!

19.01.2022 IMPORTANT NEWS: It is with heartfelt disappointment that we have to postpone our 'New Ideas Expo' once again. Unfortunately with large numbers registered we were left with no option but to reschedule to: DATE: Friday 1st of October, 2021 ... TIME: 10.00am - 7.00pm This extra time has given us the opportunity to create even more play space ideas! Our market stall holders are all still on board to offer you quality Early Childhood resources and services on the day! Our PD will still be going ahead! For those who are booked in we can still offer you a credit or you can request a refund via our email [email protected] We thank you for your patience and support and look forward to bringing you a day full of imagination and inspiration! For a snapshot of our past ideas feel free to follow us on instagram www.instagram.com/coonaraelc Stay safe all.

18.01.2022 We may have our doors closed but we are still open online. Please let us know if you want to connect.m All of these courses start next week from 27th July. See you all online

16.01.2022 EAT WELL LIVE WELL Join Kylie and her wonderful team of volunteers for our weekly community lunch! With the freshest, healthiest ingredients you will not be disappointed! Relax among nature in our beautiful grounds. Followed by a workshop on 'How to start your family history' Presenter is Jenny who was one of the founders of the Narre Warren and District family history group and can help you unlock the door to the past!... Perfect way to meet new friends and unwind! Cost: $5 per person or $2 concession Includes 2 courses (main and dessert) Bookings at [email protected] or call 9758 7081 with any special dietary requirements. All welcome!

16.01.2022 Don't forget there is always someone you can talk to.

15.01.2022 We welcomed 23 children and their parents to Coonara today for our Games Galore morning. It was perfect weather with blue skies and beautiful sunshine! The children enjoyed a nature treasure hunt, I spy, fishing, hoop toss a giraffe, cards, connect 4, bob a duck, obstacle course and much more! Great to see lots of families enjoying a picnic and some fun and games together! Thank you all for joining us. We hope you can join our next event 'Bubbles and Water Play' on Wednesda...y 24th of February. See our website for details: www.coonarahouse.org.au

15.01.2022 Our Introduction to Mental Health - Peer Support course is designed as a pathway to work and further study at Swinburne - Wantirna Campus. Enrol now using the following link https://forms.gle/iLVuGahmvPcyxdvV6

15.01.2022 It has been great to be part of this amazing project. Thank you to all those involved, what an incredible journey.

14.01.2022 Let's have some fun, want to join in and guess that Logo, then come along online next week. Details below.

14.01.2022 If you are out and about exercising this weekend, why not try this Neighbourhood Bingo. A bit of fun for the young and old. Enjoy

13.01.2022 The Knox Learning Alliance and Volunteer for Knox are excited to launch their new project ‘Reach Out & Connect’. This project will provide opportunities over t...he coming months for Knox Community members to participate in social activities & workshops as well as digital skills support and training. Follow us so you can keep updated on what’s coming up or email us at [email protected] if you would like to subscribe to our newsletter. We would like to thank Knox City Council for funding this exciting project!

13.01.2022 Due to the newly implemented Covid restrictions announced by the Premier Daniel Andrews today Coonara Community House will close for all activities and classes from the end of business on 12th February 2021 and will reopen subject to government advice at 9.00am on Thursday 18th February 2021. The Early Learning Centre will continue to operate in accordance with government directives and will remain open during these lockdown restrictions. We thank you for your support and understanding. Stay safe.

12.01.2022 Looking to be inspired, improve your ability or gain extra knowledge then book in for our professional development! Friendly, relaxed and welcoming environment! Limited spots available. We look forward to meeting you!

12.01.2022 Today's tip for maintaining your mental well-being (compliments of the good folk at BBB UK) Stay connected If you are working from home, have a reduced circle o...f friends, if you live alone or are self-isolating because of COVID-19 stay connected with others to prevent yourself feeling cut off or detached. Telephone, message and video-call friends, family and colleagues. You may want to get creative and set up activities to do at the same time as friends like virtual film nights or yoga sessions, chatting afterwards to share views. ... and don't forget our Talking Cafe sessions on Zoom and via conference call each Wednesday :) See more

12.01.2022 Hi everyone. Below are details for some of our courses we will be offering online in term 4. We will keep you updated as to when we can invite you back to see us. In the mean time, stay safe and be well, take care.

12.01.2022 Are you thinking about a career in Early Childhood? New intake starting in March for Diploma Early Childhood Education and Care and April Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care. Classes are weekly in real time, online with a trainer. Contact us at [email protected] if you are interested. Friendly, supportive learning environment!

11.01.2022 So by now you have probably all heard that we are now in stage 4 restricions. I want to take this time to remind you all that you are not alone. If you need someone to talk to there are people around. All you have to do is pick up the phone or email to let someone know that you need to talk. Beyone Blue and Living our best life project are just 2 places that have people that you can talk to. You can contact us at Coonara through our email [email protected] and we can organise to have someone call you also. Please everyone stay safe, stay home and we will all get through this.

09.01.2022 This week is Adult Learner Week. Our new term 4 flyer will be out soon, but while we are waiting we would love to hear from you. What would you like to do be learning at Coonara? Please comment below to let us know. We are always looking for new ideas to assist our community and our learners.

08.01.2022 Next Wednesday our Talking Cafe on Zoom has a guest speaker: clinical hypnotherapist with chat with us about how using your imagination wisely is important for ...reducing stress and keeping our immune system as strong as possible. If you'd like to join us please let us know and we'll send you a link. See more

08.01.2022 Being an Early Childhood Educator is exciting and rewarding! Thinking of taking that step to become qualified to work in Early Childhood Education then talk with us! We can guide you through the process and see if it is right for you! Or if you already hold a Certificate III qualification then we can help you make that next move to become Diploma qualified.... Contact VET Coordinator Haylea at [email protected] for further information on how to explore your next career move.

08.01.2022 Coonara is collecting food and toys for the Share the Joy Christmas Appeal. Drop off to Coonara Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday 9am-3pm or Thursday and Friday 9am - 1pm.

06.01.2022 Are you or do you know a Knox Local who needs help right now? Knox Infolink are an ‘Essential Food Relief Service’ and will continue to operate during the Stage 4 conditions. With the closure of so many businesses, there is an even greater need to support families and individuals who are struggling.

05.01.2022 Unfortunately Coonara's phones are not working at the moment. If you need to contact us please email us at [email protected] Thank you

05.01.2022 More of our courses available in term 4. Email us at [email protected] Our website will be updated in the next couple of days for bookings also. Thanks and take care.

04.01.2022 Get creative with fabric. Learn new skills or reinvigorate your wardrobe. Effie will help you learn, create and be inspired. For further details visit https://www.coonarahouse.org.au/ Limited numbers for all activities.

04.01.2022 Coonara has been featured in the local Trader Ranges Star Mail News highlighting the wonderful work our passionate team are doing around mental health. Our grounds are looking beautiful too!

04.01.2022 Interested in Mental Health then this is the course for you. Contact us at [email protected] or through our website www.coonarahouse.org.au

02.01.2022 Was so lovely to see people back at Coonara today. Thanks Michelle for joining Jenny and Tracy for a Cuppa. If anyone else would like to join them please let us know. We have limited numbers at a time but we are here to catch up. Please see flyer attached for details.