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Hastings Community Hub

Locality: Hastings, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5979 1398

Address: 1973 Frankston-Flinders Road 3915 Hastings, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.advance.vic.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 Over halfway for stage 4, hope everyone is doing ok. We are looking forward to seeing some familiar faces soon. In the mean time a bit of fun..... What do you see????

25.01.2022 The Hastings Community Hub and Advance Community college will be closed for this 6 week period. Stay safe everyone, reach out for support if you need it, together weve got this.

25.01.2022 It is Mental Health Week 10-18 October 2020 The wisdom of Winnie the Pooh was just so classical and not just for children. It seems to be so much more relevant ...this year in the 2020 the year of unknown and isolation for so many. A Little Story we wanted to share from Pooh Bear Pooh woke up that morning, and, for reasons that he didn't entirely understand, couldn't stop the tears from coming. He sat there in bed, his little body shaking, and he cried, and cried, and cried. Amidst his sobs, the phone rang. It was Piglet. "Oh Piglet," said Pooh, between sobs, in response to his friend's gentle enquiry as to how he was doing. "I just feel so Sad. So, so, Sad, almost like I might not ever be happy again. And I know that I shouldn't be feeling like this. I know there are so many people who have it worse off than me, and so I really have no right to be crying, with my lovely house, and my lovely garden, and the lovely woods all around me. But oh, Piglet: I am just SO Sad." Piglet was silent for a while, as Pooh's ragged sobbing filled the space between them. Then, as the sobs turned to gasps, he said, kindly: "You know, it isn't a competition." "What isn't a competition?" asked a confused sounding Pooh. "Sadness. Fear. Grief," said Piglet. "It's a mistake we often make, all of us. To think that, because there are people who are worse off than us, that that somehow invalidates how we are feeling. But that simply isn't true. You have as much right to feel unhappy as the next person; and, Pooh - and this is the really important bit - you also have just as much right to get the help that you need." "Help? What help?" asked Pooh. "I don't need help, Piglet. "Do I?" Pooh and Piglet talked for a long time, and Piglet suggested to Pooh some people that he might be able to call to talk to, because when you are feeling Sad, one of the most important things is not to let all of the Sad become trapped inside you, but instead to make sure that you have someone who can help you, who can talk through with you how the Sad is making you feeling, and some of the things that might be able to be done to support you with that. What's more, Piglet reminded Pooh that this support is there for absolutely everyone, that there isn't a minimum level of Sad that you have to be feeling before you qualify to speak to someone. Finally, Piglet asked Pooh to open his window and look up at the sky, and Pooh did so. "You see that sky?" Piglet asked his friend. "Do you see the blues and the golds and that big fluffy cloud that looks like a sheep eating a carrot?" Pooh looked, and he could indeed see the blues and the golds and the big fluffy cloud that looked like a sheep eating a carrot. "You and I," continued Piglet, "we are both under that same sky. And so, whenever the Sad comes, I want you to look up at that sky, and know that, however far apart we might be physically...we are also, at the same time, together. Perhaps, more together than we have ever been before." "Do you think this will ever end?" asked Pooh in a small voice. "This too shall pass," confirmed Piglet. "And I promise you, one day, you and I shall once again sit together, close enough to touch, sharing a little smackerel of something...under that blue gold sky." We all need a piglet in our lives... Who is yours? #mentalhealthweek #itsinthebag #womensupportingwomen

25.01.2022 HEALTHIER HASTINGS PROGRAM RETURNING IN TERM 1 2021 More information on activities, days, times and how to enrol coming soon.HEALTHIER HASTINGS PROGRAM RETURNING IN TERM 1 2021 More information on activities, days, times and how to enrol coming soon.

24.01.2022 As a higher education provider, Advance Community College, who manage the Hastings Community Hub are classed as an essential service and will remain open at this current time.

23.01.2022 Imagine having to choose between food for your family or period products for your teenage daughter. We have over 860 charities needing over 140,000 period produ...cts. Because of COVID-19, our Dignity Drive has been significantly impacted and we will not collect enough products to fulfil the requests. Please help us: https://www.sharethedignity.org.au/get-involved/covid-appeal

23.01.2022 WORLD CHOCOLATE DAY Who new this was a thing? Personal new favourite day the year Hope everyone has a great day.

22.01.2022 Whos looking forward to Spring and more social times? Fingers Crossed. Hope everyone is well and staying safe

22.01.2022 Back up and Running at Hastings Community Hub under COVID Safe conditions Food Handlers SITXFSA001 Thursday 10th December Responsible Service of Alcohol Friday 11th December ... LIMITED SPACES PHONE TO BOOK YOUR SPACE: 5979 1398 RTO #4016 See more

20.01.2022 Congratulations Counters! Together we have counted one million birds! This grumpy looking Tawny Frogmouth is cheering on the inside as we reach this wonderf...ul milestone with 5 days still to go. We are absolutely loving reading about your #AussieBirdCount experiences across our socials. It looks like so many of you are having such fun and special mention to all of those doing multiple counts a day! We love your enthusiasm! Our team are like busy honeyeaters on a huge flowering Banksia shrub, vetting the data, answering your questions and preparing posts for the rest of the week. A special thank you to the Chief Counters and BirdLife supporters who participated in our launch yesterday the Aussie Backyard Bird Count Broadcast! We are preparing snippets to share all this week, so stay tuned! In the meantime, the Broadcast can be viewed on our page's videos. Haven't signed up yet? It is definitely not too late to join in the fun! Head to the Aussie Backyard Bird Count website at https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/ #AussieBirdCount #BirdLifeOz #UrbanBirds #BirdsinBackyards #Birdata #CitizenScience #CitSciOz #cuppawiththebirds #birdingathome

20.01.2022 Mask day. Stay safe everyone

19.01.2022 Today is the first day of Dementia Action Week (21st 27th September). To mark the occasion, we spoke with Sergeant Pauline Drew, who has lived experience of d...ementia through her father Ray. Victoria Police have developed an initiative with Dementia Australia that will see police and Protective Services Officers better equipped to interact with people living with dementia. Learn about Pauline and the Dementia Friends program here: https://bit.ly/2RGMbb2

19.01.2022 As Premier of this state, Ive spent every day fighting for workers and fighting for jobs. I know what every Victorian knows: a job means financial security ...but it also means stability, purpose and the foundation to build your future. And I honestly never thought Id find myself in a position where Id have to ask people not to go to work. But if we're serious about driving this thing down and we absolutely must be we need to take unprecedented steps in limiting the movement of people, and therefore limiting the movement of this virus. I know there are lots of questions and Ill do my best to clarify some of them as simply as I can here. Under Stage 4 restrictions, businesses and industries will fall into three categories: First, those that will remain open including supermarkets, grocery stores, bottle shops, pharmacies, petrol stations, banks, newsagencies, post offices plus everyone involved in our frontline response. Services like food banks and disability services will continue to support our communitys most vulnerable members. Petrol stations will keep pumping fuel and pharmacies will keep dispensing prescriptions. In the second category are businesses that will need to stop all on-site operations including retail, some manufacturing, and administrative, financial and professional services. These businesses will need to shut by 11:59pm Wednesday 5 August unless they have specific circumstances that mean they need a bit longer to do so safely. Retail shops will be able to operate contactless click and collect and delivery services with strict safety protocols in place, and hardware stores can remain open onsite but for tradies only. In the third category are industries that cannot be shut down, but are at higher risk of outbreaks. This includes areas like food production and meat processing, and logistics and distribution. Continuing to operate safely will require some big changes. Slowing production and having fewer staff onsite at any given time. Staggering start, finish and break times. More PPE. Health declarations and more support for sick workers to ensure they stay home. These changes will be enforceable. And the onus will be on employers to make sure theyre doing the right thing by their workers, including ensuring those with symptoms and potentially the virus do not come to work. This is not easy. None of it is easy. It will be imperfect, and there may be unintended consequence of shutting down one industry but not another. Ill be upfront about that. But there's no guide on how to get through a global pandemic and closing industries on this scale has never been done before. These restrictions will of course have real and heavy consequences for a number of businesses, workers and their families. Well do everything we can to lighten that load. For those businesses that suffer significant losses or need to close as a result of the current restrictions, we will provide support through our expanded Business Support Fund. Businesses in regional Victoria will be eligible for a $5,000 grant. Those in Melbourne and Mitchell Shire can apply for up to $10,000 in recognition of spending longer under restrictions. I fully appreciate that peoples livelihoods are on the line. Jobs and futures at stake. And it is with an incredibly heavy heart that weve had to make these calls. But sadly, there is no alternative. There are no short cuts. Because there can be no economic recovery if we dont get the health response right. There can be no productivity if thousands of people are sick. And many, many more businesses would likely go under if this situation drags on for months. None of us want that. All of us want this to be over as soon as possible. Thats a given. And the only way to get there is if we all work together. Pull in the same direction. Lives and livelihoods depend on it.

17.01.2022 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE ALMOST HERE We have some AMAZING activities planned to keep you entertained and energised Hip Hop Dancing Fine Line Art ... Yoga Skate Session These amazing interactive videos will be available to view on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube @mornpenyouth We hope that you will give something new a go.. even brag about your mad new skills and share with #mornpenyouth Check out our linktree for more information https://linktr.ee/mornpenyouth

17.01.2022 SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES We are very excited to announce some of our upcoming school holiday activities to keep you all entertained and connected over the... break TRIVIA - Tuesday 19th September Test your knowledge, win some GREAT prizes and hangout with all your favourite youth workers GIRLS BASKET WEAVING - Thursday 1st October Learn how to weave your very own basket, in traditional women's business ways, with ALL supplies delivered to your door so you are ready to get creative PAINTING: STORYTELLING WITH TRADITIONAL ITEMS - Friday 2nd October Learn how to tell your story using traditional symbols and paint. ALL supplies delivered to your door so you are ready to get creative Space are limited, so register here TODAY : https://cyfc.formstack.com/forms/mpys_shp_booking_september All activities are fully supervised and will run via our online platform

17.01.2022 A BIG SHOUT OUT & THANKS to Nat Wells - One of the Repair Cafe volunteers who helps with computer, phone and tablet repairs/requests. Nat also has a small grap...hic design business and assisted in creating our new logo and signage for our re-launch this month. usagiart design Email: [email protected] Mobile: 0414534003

17.01.2022 Advance Community College have places available for a new industry preparation course. It aims to improve literacy, numeracy and employability skills. Commencing March 31st. Call us for details 5979 1398

16.01.2022 Congratulations to our very own Advance College VCAL students for their highly commended project tackling littering and illegal dumping in reserves and grounds at Hastings

16.01.2022 We're excited to announce our School Holiday Program We have some awesome excursions planned including: Stand-up paddle boarding An evening family wal...k at The Briars Camp Manyung Activities CLICK the link below to REGISTER for our activities https://bit.ly/3cZnMru We're looking forward to seeing you over the break

16.01.2022 METRO MELBOURNE ROADMAP | Premier Daniel Andrews has revealed a staged approach to leaving lockdown. Current restrictions will be extended by two weeks with slight changes - such as a curfew pushback - in place. Regional Victoria's roadmap to come.

14.01.2022 Heaps of produce and baked goods today come on down

13.01.2022 Self Defence at Hastings Community Hub. We are offering two, 5 week self defence courses during term 2. Wednesday evenings from 5pm - 6pm. Increase your knowledge and develop confidence in regard to a broad range of self defence topics. Please contact us on 5979 1398 for more info.

12.01.2022 Let's Get Ready to Get Fixing Again! Next Session: Sunday 21st June 12-3pm

10.01.2022 Following on from Youth Service’s successful series of webinars for parents of Year 6 students, we are offering a webinar for parents of secondary school leaver...s Andrew Fuller, well-known psychologist and author, will again be facilitating a session for us, equipping parents with practical strategies to support their young person in making the transition out of secondary school and into adulthood This event is being held online on Tuesday 27 October from 7.00 to 8.00pm For more info and to register, click the link below https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/leaving-secondary-school-ho

09.01.2022 FYI Get Active Victoria is offering Get Active Kids Vouchers to help with the cost of sports programs. Eligible children between 4 & 18 could receive up to $200. Check out the website getactive.vic.gov.au/vouchers/

08.01.2022 We have got lots of Veggies and fruit and lots of pizza buns and other baked goods

08.01.2022 Today is R U Ok Day and with all thats going on in the world its a great reminder that its even more important to check in with your friends. Stay connected, stay safe

08.01.2022 Mens Mental Health Week. Be active in getting medical help if you don't feel well, have a problem that won't go away or notice unusual symptoms. It's OK to se...ek help - don't try to do everything on your own or bury problems. Talk to your partner, friends and workmates. Push hard to get the help you need to manage your life, work, family and financial needs. Ladies, be proactive in helping your men and boys get the help they and you need. Use available hotlines, speak with professionals to get the best course of action and be persistent. Don't leave it too late to seek help. Fear is not a killer. Words from - https://www.menshealthweek.org.au/he/male-friendly-services

07.01.2022 OH MY GOODNESS!!!! There is so much bread and fresh produce today! We have had to set up 2 Stations because of how much there is!!! So come on in... 10am to 2pm

07.01.2022 Wearing a face covering is a small action but it can make a big difference. And it's one of those things where the more people do it, the exponentially bigger... that difference becomes. That's why Victoria's Chief Health Officer is making it a requirement not just a recommendation. Here's how it'll work: If you live in metro Melbourne or Mitchell Shire and you need to leave home for one of the four essential reasons, you must have a covering over your mouth and nose. If you're travelling into regional Victoria for work or care reasons, that covering will need to remain on for the entire time you're there. If you live in regional Victoria, you'll need to wear a face covering if you visit metro Melbourne or Mitchell Shire and we're still recommending you wear one in your local area if you can't physically distance. There are a few exceptions. Kids under 12, those who have a professional or medical reason or if it's just not practical, like when you're out running. In our schools, that'll mean teachers don't have to wear a face covering while teaching but students attending for VCE, VCAL or for onsite supervision will. Everyone will be expected to wear one on the way to and from school. This requirement won't be enforced until 11:59pm on Wednesday 22 July to give people a chance to buy or make a covering but if you already have one, please start wearing it now. And if you don't have a mask, a scarf is better than nothing. As with everything, this shouldn't be about looking for loopholes. It's about each of us doing something small to keep everyone around us safe. If I'm wearing a covering, I'm helping to protect you. If you're wearing one, you're helping to protect me. And if we all wear one, we're all doing our bit to slow the spread.

06.01.2022 Adult Learners' Week is coming up in the first week of September! This year marks 25 years of celebrating the benefits of adult learning through this national w...eek. Why is adult learning worth celebrating? It improves your life in so many ways from your health and wellbeing through to your socioeconomic status. Its important to challenge yourself and move beyond your comfort zone. It builds your confidence and happiness. It broadens your outlook and expands your mind. It helps you to stay relevant in an ever-changing world. It keeps you connected with others, and helps prevent stress and loneliness. Learn Local is proud to play a significant role in providing adult learning in Victoria, opening up opportunities and new beginnings for so many Victorians. Find out more: adultlearnersweek.org

06.01.2022 We can all reach out and provide support to our mates, loved ones, colleagues and neighbours going through a tough time. Start the conversation, because that conversation could change a life. Learn how at www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask

04.01.2022 Happy days, hastings ramp open!!

04.01.2022 Spring has arrived

04.01.2022 Think we can all relate to this a little hope everyone is doing ok

03.01.2022 Stay safe, call a professional.

03.01.2022 GARDENS FOR WILDLIFE! It is with great excitement that we announce that the Mornington Peninsula Shire is bringing a Gardens for Wildlife program to you in 2021...! The free program will aim to inspire our community to plant indigenous species in their gardens to attract and support our local wildlife. We would like your help to pick a mascot for our Gardens for Wildlife program before it kicks off in 2021. If you are a resident of the Mornington Peninsula Shire and would like to vote for a special critter to become our programs mascot, then head over to the following link and scroll down to Gardens for Wildlife: https://shape.mornpen.vic.gov.au/ Voting closes 14 December 2020

03.01.2022 Advance Community College continues to practice social distancing and hygiene protocols #staysafeADVANCE A reminder that the wearing of face coverings is mandatory for all Staff, Students & Visitors @ Advance

02.01.2022 Big day for local businesses Support local, be kind and patient It is not yet clear when the Hub will be able to re open but we are watching and waiting and will be sure to let everyone know when we are able to open safely.

02.01.2022 Changes to Stage 4 restrictions from today will impact Shire services and programs, here's an update. Visit our dedicated Coronavirus webpage for local informa...tion: https://bit.ly/2Uan8Os You can also sign up to our regular Coronavirus community enewsletter too. If you need support please contact us, we can provide information about Rates Hardship Policy Business Support Caring for our Community packages If you need mental health support there is help available Beyond Blue headspace Lifeline Australia #mornpentogether #stayhomestaysafe #mornpenshire