Mountain District Learning Centre in Ferntree Gully, Victoria | Community centre

Mountain District Learning Centre

Locality: Ferntree Gully, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9758 7859

Address: 13-15 The Avenue 3156 Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mdlc.com.au

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25.01.2022 Our virtual walk today is around Angkor in Cambodia. Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South-East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, ...including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations. See more

24.01.2022 The MDLC Spoonville is growing! Allegedly, there has been panic buying of spoons in the supermarket....so we now welcome our "Forked" friends! #sporkville If you live within 5km of the Centre, feel free to add to our village...We love meeting and welcoming all new friends!

22.01.2022 Sharon from the Community Services Department here at MDLC sent in this fabulous "Self Care In September" printable calendar! Self care is absolutely not selfish...in fact it's a MUST! Feel free to comment, like and share this post and spread the love!

22.01.2022 The Social Friendship Group had fun getting into the spirit of Christmas by decorating Gingerbread Houses....don't they all look fantastic!!!!!

21.01.2022 Do you know someone who has made or is making a significant difference to the lives of women and girls in the City of Knox? If the answer is 'yes', nominate th...em for a Knox Local Champions Gender Equality Award 2020. Nomination form- https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLScGlvqS0eOjUbVw1F/viewform To be eligible nominees must live, work, volunteer or study in the municipality of Knox. For more information visit the PLEDGE webpage http://pledge.org.au/index.php/local-champions or email Liz on [email protected]

21.01.2022 In these unsettled times, it's comforting to know that we can still keep reading! The digital library is always open - read, listen, watch or learn 24/7 ...https://www.yourlibrary.com.au/online-resources Enjoy over 100 storytime sessions on the Library’s Youtube channel along with Boredom Busters, Cooking demonstrations and more! https://www.youtube.com/user/EasternRegional/playlists You can also view videos on Eastern Regional Libraries facebook page. The team will continue offering Home Delivery for those in need https://www.yourlibrary.com.au/current-services/ Reminder please don't return your items during Stage 4 restrictions. Your library is fine free. We look forward to welcoming you back at the library in the future!

20.01.2022 CHAMPION is a community service established by the Temple Society Australia (TSA). It offers emergency food relief and a host of practical assistance and advisory services to help people get back on their feet. Everyone is welcome!

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16.01.2022 Do you have what it takes to win our Logo Game? To Join this fun online Logo Game Click on the link below to book. Places limited.... https://forms.gle/1AimgYW8rm2ziyx89

16.01.2022 Learn Excel at MDLC Spreadsheets can be used to model and manipulate data, create graphical visualisations, inform future planning, charting and lists. Join Cymone as she explains everything excel, in an easy to understand way. Fee $80 (includes manual) Call the office on 9758 7859 to book.

15.01.2022 Much has happened since the bushfires that affected Victoria early this year. But we mustn’t forget about the communities impacted. And we haven’t. As I often ...say - Learn Locals are the heart of the community. They stepped up during the bushfires to offer accommodation, food and support. And now - despite Coronavirus - many are still delivering training for local residents. Training is such an important part of the recovery from bushfires. Skills for work and to help out in the community. It’s why we’re giving Learn Locals in bushfire-affected areas extra funding to increase training and support learners. Learn Locals such as Mount Beauty Neighbourhood Centre Inc., who were chuffed when I gave them the good news.

15.01.2022 If you're a local to MDLC - next time you're walking past don't forget to add to our Spoonville Village! It's located near the bottom driveway entrance to the centre...let's create our very own super colourful and quirky Spoonville!!!! #spoonville at #mdlc

14.01.2022 Emergency Planning & Fire Safety Essentials Thursday 19 November 2pm https://www.facebook.com/events/442358396745876

13.01.2022 If you live within 5km, take a wander past MDLC after sundown to admire the beautiful lights in the garden! And if you have any old wooden spoons in the drawer, MDLC has our very own "Spoonville" who are looking for more friends to join the village in the front garden...in the last few days it looks as if the village has grown!!!!!

12.01.2022 From today till the end of September we aim to take you "walking all over the world". Our volunteers will post the photos from walks all over Australia and across the world. Today's walk is a local one - the city to Kew along the Yarra. Sit back and enjoy!

12.01.2022 Deb & Naomi have been busily putting together care packs for our wonderful Friendship Group....don't they look fabulous! and some of the members of the Friendship Group have been having fun online with photo filters....a bit of lockdown fun for everyone! Stay safe everyone!!!

12.01.2022 Reach for the Rainbow Thursday 19 November 11am https://www.facebook.com/events/3569645213095076

12.01.2022 Have you been reluctant to try Zoom until now but keep hearing good things about it? Why not have a look at the little video produced by Eastern Regional Libraries for a few tips https://www.youtube.com/watch

12.01.2022 Celebrating the upcoming Knox National Tree Day. Inviting our community to plant a tree in their backyard and register to collect a free indigenous plant from the Knox Environment Society's nursery #GreenKnox #KnoxNationalTreeDay

11.01.2022 Todays virtual walk takes you right across the world to the Orkney Islands. Here are some shots of a walk around the Brough of Birsay. Google it if you are curious to learn more :)

10.01.2022 today's walk was around the Ferntree Gully Quarry Reserve area. I counted 12 different wattles in bloom. They make later Winter a special time with their golden glow.

10.01.2022 Have you seen what’s on in the Community Space at Knox City?

09.01.2022 #BeKindKnox Shout-out to Foothills Community Care - Community Meals that has been serving hot meals to those in need for nearly two decades. During COVID-19... they saw a huge surge in demand with their takeaway service increasing from around 220 meals a week to more than 900, while the demand for their Community Casseroles deliveries growing from 50 to more than 600 per week. CEO Stephen Barrington said the community has been showing great support. We have gone from a normal year where we distribute over 9,000 meals, to distributing over 26,000 so far this year, Stephen said. We rely heavily on donations, grants and fundraising, and because fundraising has come to a complete stop this year, we’ve relied heavily on the generosity of our community to donate. We’ve been really fortunate that we’ve been inundated with people who have donated their time this year we have gone from two food drivers a week to 15! Stephen said. Other than providing meals twice a week, Foothills Community Care also created special meals for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day to families in need of an extra hand. Partnering with Bayswater businesses Red Coral Seafood and Pinchapoo, 700 families received a fresh, gourmet meal created by some of Melbourne’s top chefs, along with a pamper pack. Red Coral Seafood contacted some chefs who were out of work due to COVID-19, and they brought us into the project because they knew we had the networks to find families in need, Stephen said. "Confoil in Bayswater donated thousands of takeaway containers for the meals as well. While Foothills Community Care has been providing support to the community, they’ve also been the recipients of some gestures of kindness. Read their full story here> https://bit.ly/FCCBekindstory

09.01.2022 Did you know that here at MDLC we run an amazing program called "The Community Cottage Program". Its a specifically designed program for small group adult learning. Here's a brochure with the details...but if you, or someone you know are interested and would like to know EVEN more, call our friendly office staff who are always more than happy to answer all your extra (no matter how big or small!) questions! 9758 7859

09.01.2022 Looking to Reconnect to Education? We are able to help people navigate the barriers that have kept them from the education they need to find employment. The Reconnect Program can support you to get back into education or training with one on one support, funding for vocational courses, access to pre-accredited training pathways and holistic wrap around supports. Reconnect Criteria: Aged between 17 64 yrs ... No year 12 or equivalent education. Not in employment, school or educational training Current Green Medicare card or Australian Citizen. Contact MDLC 97587859 Email: [email protected] www.mdlc.com.au/education-skills/reconnect See more

07.01.2022 We are pleased to announce that in this crazy COVID year, that we are able to host our 19th annual Ferntree Gully Christmas Lunch this year. Like anything, it w...ill be COVID altered, so it will be on Thursday, December 24th, Christmas Eve, this year, not on Christmas Day. We can only have limited people come along and so have 2 sessions on the one day for our sit down meal. Both sessions will feature great food, entertainment and a visit from our very own Christmas angel. - Session 1: 10.15am-12.45pm - Session 2 1.30-4pm People must book to attend, to register your interest please fill in this online form https://forms.gle/ULVh2XLQ1g6ZHiT3A If you are interested in volunteering, please fill in this online form https://forms.gle/Cr8c6P6jZqCkrfLo8 We always receive many more applications to volunteer than the opportunities that we have. We are thankful for the opportunity to host this year again in the middle of a difficult year for so many https://www.foothillscare.org.au/#christmas-day-lunch

07.01.2022 Join us today to stroll around the National Trust Bodnant Gardens in North Wales. One of the most beautiful gardens in the world!

06.01.2022 Calling all makers, bakers, growers, musicians & artists of the unusual & uncommon!!!!...Due to popular demand, we are pleased to announce our Spring MDLC Artisan Market details! SAVE THE DATE - SATURDAY 2ND OCTOBER 9.00AM - 2.00PM. We invite all interested stall holders to apply. Email [email protected] or [email protected].

06.01.2022 Please join us for the season finale virtual tour of Quarry Reserve in Ferntree Gully, shot before the Stage 4 lockdown. Our Biodiversity Officer, Dru will show... you a different view of the reserve; from the clifftops with amazing views over Knox, down the stairs and pathways to the lake. Experience our reserves from a different perspective. We look forward to bringing you new tours once restrictions lift. See our website for more virtual tours https://www.knox.vic.gov.au/bushlandreserves #GreenKnox #KnoxNatureDiscoveryTours See more

03.01.2022 We might have been in lock down, but our HACC/CHSP Program has been full steam ahead with remote learning and social support! Head on over to www.mdlc.com.au to read the FULL Newsletter. The MDLC Social Support Program welcomes new & eligible enrolments for 2021. We also welcome new NDIS clients who are funded for social support activities. Call our friendly office staff on 9758 7859 for more details.

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03.01.2022 A Poem to ponder on this sunny Monday - Some of us by Julie Sheldon - ... Some of us must stay at home And not go out the door Some of us are working Like we’ve never worked before Some of us are falling out With siblings, Dads, and Mothers Some of us are reaching out And looking after others Some of us are keeping busy Doing lots of jobs Some of us have given up We’re turning into slobs Some of us are playing games And learning brand new hobbies Some of us are still ‘no good’ And watching out for Bobbies Some of us have lots of friends To text with and to phone Some of us have no one And feel that we’re alone Some of us feel positive And think that we’re in charge Some of us feel anxious And fear the world at large Some of us have footpaths To cycle, walk, and jog Some of us have nowhere nice To even walk the dog Some of us are welcoming New babies being born Some of us have lost loved ones And cannot truly mourn None of us will ever know What’s really going on None of us will think the same When all of this is done All of us can choose to spend Our days in fear and dread..BUT All of us can choose to plan For better days ahead

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03.01.2022 ACEVic, in collaboration with Adult Learning Australia (ALA) and Neighbourhood Houses Victoria (NHV) have submitted a response to the Victorian Legislative Asse...mble Economy and Infrastructure Committee’s Inquiry into access to TAFE for learners with disability. Read the submission on our website. http://www.acevic.org.au/news/advocacy/

02.01.2022 It's #neighbourhoodhouseweek2021 next week!!! May 8 - 14. There's so much happening at MDLC, so call our friendly office staff to book into one of our fun and interesting workshops. Morning or afternoon tea is supplied during each activity. Come to one or come to them all!!!! 9758 7859.

02.01.2022 Experience eye-catching landscapes, glorious vistas and some of the stranger and more dramatic forms of Australian flora on this virtual stroll from Casuarina G...rove to the Weird and Wonderful Garden at Cranbourne Gardens. Check out our other calming slow walks here https://bit.ly/2Fc4aTU. See more

01.01.2022 MDLC had a visit today from the Dashpatch Kyoki pups!!!! Meet Dash, Patch and their new little brother Flash!!!!!

01.01.2022 MDLC would like to invite everyone to join our Boomerang Bag Group