Pical- Phillip Island Community and Learning Centre Inc. in Cowes, Victoria | Community centre

Pical- Phillip Island Community and Learning Centre Inc.

Locality: Cowes, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5952 1131

Address: 56-58 Church Street 3922 Cowes, VIC, Australia

Website: http://pical.org.au

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24.01.2022 COVE TRAINING DATES CONFIRMED These courses will go ahead at PICAL with strict adherence to all social distancing and covid safe guidelines. White Card: Friday 18th September Traffic Control: Friday 25th September ... Traffic Management: Friday 2nd October TRAINING SUBSIDIES FOR BASS COAST SHIRE RESIDENTS PICAL has been working hard to secure further funding and were passing it onto our locals! If you are looking for work in construction or traffic control and are a Bass Coast Shire resident you can still register for the 3-course combo White Card, Traffic Management and Traffic Control for an incredible $450 per person! White Card tickets $150 pp. Numbers are limited Bookings by ringing Cove Training 8773 9000 and proof of residency will be required to [email protected]

24.01.2022 A reminder that the first of our monthly Rainbow Allies Support Group sessions commences tomorrow night at 7pm. Please share with anyone who you think might benefit from connecting with others who have experiences in supporting LGBTIQA+ friends and family

24.01.2022 National Volunteer Week (Monday 17 - Sunday 23 May) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers and their important contribution to our communities. This year's theme is "Recognise. Reconnect. Reimagine" An enormous thank you to all our volunteers, we are so grateful for your help and support #NVW2021

21.01.2022 Unfortunately we have received updated advice from Cove Training in relation to the White Card, Traffic Control & Traffic Management courses. Classes that were to be held at PICAL in August WILL BE POSTPONED due to current lockdown measures. New rescheduled dates are: White Card Fri 18th September, Traffic Control Friday 25th September and Traffic Management Friday October 2nd. Cove will contact all bookings individually to inform participants of the new dates.

21.01.2022 Its the 4th Friday of the month tomorrow so bring your blunt instruments to PICAL from 9am. Knives, scissors, gardening tools, hair clippers.......anything with a blade, let Scott from https://www.facebook.com/mrsharpknifesharpening/ sharpen up your life. No appointments necessary but please wrap your knives for transport

20.01.2022 Somewhere between their regular commitments, 3 members of our PICAL family; Treasurer Steve Davie, Chairperson Jeff Floyd, and Centre Manager Greg Thompson are also on the committee of Growing Cambodia" an international charity based right here on Phillip Island. Growing Cambodias purpose is to encourage a better and more sustainable quality of life for young rural Cambodians through education and the enhancement of health and well-being. In normal times, our community sup...ports the charity by raising funds locally through a range of different activities including the very popular Annual Trivia Night. Unfortunately with COVID-19, it has been impossible to raise funds through these means. However, the schools and teachers supported by Growing Cambodia, whilst dealing with their own COVID-19 challenges, have found a way to continue the delivery of English language lessons, despite all the obstacles. Growing Cambodia Manager and Teacher Sopheak Play, describes the importance of the project to his young students; "They are free now to walk on the path of their own and they have the ability to use English to change their life." You can find out more about the charity at www.growingcambodia.org.au or follow their page at www.facebook.com/GrowingCambodia If you have the means, please consider donating to this wonderful project. ALL funds raised go directly towards the Growing Cambodia projects. See more

20.01.2022 Gippsland Disability Advocacy Inc. are a not for profit, community based association that provides outreach support to people with disabilities across the Gippsland region. They are keen to start an active peer lead support group for the Phillip Island/San Remo area. If you are interested in getting involved please get in touch with Rebekah on the number listed below or head over to the website for more information regarding their services : https://www.gdai.com.au/

19.01.2022 FIRST IN PICALS "ISOLATION NIGHTS" FREE ONLINE SERIES MONDAY AUGUST 17th at 7:30pm ONLINE via Zoom Christopher Duff The Country Dietitian... Join Chris as he discusses ways in which we can support our immune system during the COVID-19 pandemic. Be prepared to bust the best food-related COVID myths! About Chris: Chris holds a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and a Master of Nutrition and Dietetic Practice. Originally from Queensland, Chris moved to South Gippsland in 2018. He is passionate about sports nutrition and gut health. Chris is happy to answer all your food-related questions in this interactive session! What you will need: - An account with Zoom to enter the meeting: https://zoom.us Zoom is free to download and use. Your meeting access link and password will be sent with your TryBooking confirmation. Please register your place by heading to: https://www.trybooking.com/648236 Presented with thanks to South Coast Primary & Community Partnership who work together with the Bass Coast and South Gippsland communities to achieve healthy lifestyles.

19.01.2022 Adult acting extras required! We are shooting a short video at PICAL tomorrow and Wednesday between 11-12:30pm. If you have some spare time and would like to be involved contact Steph 0412 031 035

18.01.2022 PICAL STAGE 3 OPERATIONS UPDATE From 11:59pm on Wednesday August 5th, regional Victoria will return to Stage 3 "Stay at Home" restrictions. Classes falling under "Learn Local" will go ahead with strict adherence to all social distancing and hygiene recommendations. This includes Computer for Beginners & Discover Horticulture. ... PICAL Group Activities will be SUSPENDED until further notice. Leisure & Lifestyle classes will be CANCELLED and all bookings refunded. EMERGENCY FOOD RELIEF will remain OPEN Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm. CENTRELINK AGENCY will remain OPEN Monday to Friday 9am to 1:30pm YOU MUST WEAR A MASK WHEN ATTENDING THE CENTRE and follow all directives from staff in regards to social distancing. Stay safe everyone and reach out if you are feeling alone or isolated, we will get through this.

18.01.2022 We are hosting a series of online sessions, free to anyone in the community who has been hit financially due to COVID-19. Salvos Moneycare - Youre The Boss Fin...ancial Counsellor Sandra Kington will provide some practical tips and advice on how to stay in control of your finances during this difficult period. Here are the links to register for which ever sessions you think will be most beneficial for you: 13 August - Intro to Money / Why Budget: bit.ly/ytboss1 20 August - Everyday Savings: bit.ly/ytboss2 27 August - Loan Traps and Contracts: bit.ly/ytboss3 3 September - Taking care of Christmas: bit.ly/ytboss4 These sessions will occur through Zoom.

17.01.2022 Check-in on your mates and loved ones today. Ask them "R U Ok?" But what do you do if they say "no"? R U OK Day has lots of resources to help you continue the conversation and possibly change a life.... This year the national R U OK Day also coincides with World Suicide Prevention Day. If youve got a brightly coloured pair of socks, rock them round the house or show them off in a socially distanced workplace in support of suicide prevention #sockittosuicide2020

15.01.2022 The Phillip Island Adventure Resort may not have been cooking for hungry campers lately but they have been very busy helping the local community! Each week their incredible chefs take produce donated to the PICAL emergency food relief program and turn it into healthy nutritious meals to be distributed to those in our community who are doing it tough...So far they have created over 1400 meals and we couldnt be more grateful for their support

15.01.2022 If you live on Phillip Island or the Bass Coast surrounds and identify as LBGTIQ+ please consider coming along to our new group! Find connection, friendship and peer support in an inclusive space facilitated by professional counsellor Linda Wilson from Elite Counselling. Contact Linda for more information and a confidential discussion about the groups purpose and shared beliefs. Everyone is welcome at PICAL

13.01.2022 Happy Wear It Purple Day! Lets celebrate our young LGBTQI+ community and support them to feel safe and proud of who they are. Everyone is welcome at PICAL #WearItPurple

12.01.2022 Lockdown 2.0; its a little harder this time around... Thats why we are so thrilled to offer a series of free online sessions for our community to keep us all connected. Four incredible local speakers sharing their knowledge and experiences to help us all through the weeks ahead. Each FREE session is 30-45 minutes long. ... All you need is a Zoom connection and your comfiest PJs! *MONDAY 17th AUG 7:30pm: Join Christopher Duff "The Country Dietician" as he discusses ways in which you can support your immune system during COVID-19. Bust the best COVID food-related myths and bring all your foodie related questions! *MONDAY 24th AUG 7:30pm: Lois Gaskin from the much loved "Turn the Page" Bookstore in Cowes will help us choose our next best isolation read. We all need some distraction from the current world events, so turn off Netflix and find some escapism in a great recommended novel! *MONDAY 31st AUG 7:30pm: Tackle your stress levels with qualified and practicing local counsellor Linda Wilson from Elite Counselling & Consulting. Linda will show us some simple, practical ways to help manage our lockdown anxieties. *MONDAY 7th SEPT 7:30pm: Mat Bowtell and the team at Free 3DHands have been busier than ever making face shields for frontline workers. Hear what the past few months have been like for Mat and the team as they continue manufacturing free assistive devices in the new COVID world. Register for your Zoom ID and password for each event at https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/pical

12.01.2022 Win a Fitbit! Are you aged 55 years or over? Do you live in Bass Coast or South Gippsland? We need your feedback to understand how people in our community are ...using the local natural environment for physical activity. By completing the survey below, you will go into the draw to win one of two Fitbits, winners will be announced at the end of September 2020. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/over55sgettingoutandactive

12.01.2022 Founded in 2015, (its no) drama provides inclusive, all abilities creative opportunities for Gippsland performers. This year, due to Covid-19, instead of producing a physical stage production the creative team and ensemble members have produced a short piece filmed entirely in isolation. The resulting three-minute film is an engaging reflection of each performers experience of this time. Please click on the following link and show your support of this awesome all-abilities theater group! https://www.itsnodrama.com/productions

11.01.2022 The PICES Pop Up Art Show concluded last Monday with a lovely closing party attended by many of the exhibiting artists and appreciative art enthusiasts. The hard-working committee and its members continue to explore options for a more permanent space on the Island where artists can both create and show their works. You can show your support by becoming a yearly member for $15 for an individual or $20 for a family. Find out more from their website at https://pices.com.au/

11.01.2022 All non-essential services including Women Connect, all Group Activities, Adult Education/Workplace Training and Lifestyle classes between 11:59 this evening until 11:59 on Wednesday 17th Feb are canceled and will be rescheduled. Take care everyone and we will update you on any changes ASAP.

11.01.2022 Do recent world events have you shouting at your computer screen? Then join us this evening for PICALS Isolation Nights Session 3: "Simple Ways to Manage Stress" with Linda Wilson from Elite Counselling In the early stages of lockdown, Linda responded to the growing number of stressors faced by our local community by producing a series of short videos for our FB page, all filmed from home, on her iphone. More recently she has been volunteering behind the scenes to develop ...support groups for vulnerable women and in the coming months the LGTBQI+ community. Linda will be taking to Zooms centre stage this evening at 7:30pm with some highly effective and easy to learn techniques to manage stress. We have released a few more FREE tickets in response to community demand so if you could use some simple strategies to manage your stress go to: https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/pical and register for the Zoom meeting link.

10.01.2022 The PICAL Pantry is overflowing with fresh produce today. If you or someone you know needs some help with food relief come on down and pick up some lovely tomatoes to whip up a bolognese sauce for the weekend. Open today till 3pm and tomorrow 9am - 3pm

10.01.2022 Friday August 28th is "Wear it Purple Day" Wear it Purple (WIP) is a student run, not-for-profit organisation that helps young people who identify as sexuality and/or gender diverse. By raising awareness of the issues faced by the LGBTQ+ community, WIP seeks to create a world that is safe for all young people, where they are free to learn, grow and belong. PICAL welcomes anyone who identifies as a member of the LGBTIQ+ community and we welcome the families, friends and allies who join them. Find something purple to wear this Friday in acceptance & support of our young rainbow community #WeAreTheChange #WearItPurpleDay2020

10.01.2022 The Phil Dixon Emergency Food Relief Pantry has had a minor move and a major makeover! Now located in the portable building behind the main reception office, the room is set up to allow for easier access and clearer visual displays of produce. Enormous thanks to everyone who has assisted with the refit and of course our amazing volunteers who help so many people every day. Open Monday - Friday 9am to 3pm

07.01.2022 The Community Caravan is feeling the love from our locals!! Shane from Island Panels, whose son Jess is helping with the renovation, is donating a full respray to brighten up our van and keep her fresh and protected for years to come! We cannot thank them enough for their generosity and for believing in the project which will help raise funds for community services and groups across the Island. Our dedicated students have been working hard to strip back the layers of old paint in preparation for Shane and his team to do their magic. We can't wait to show you their progress! Thank you Shane, Carol, Jess and Island Panels Pictured below are Pical tutor Glen Farrugia(Left) and Shane Gislingham owner of Island Panels

07.01.2022 There has been a number of cases of the mosquito-borne Ross River Virus recently diagnosed in the shire. The best protection from mosquito-borne diseases is to avoid mosquito bites. There are some simple steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from mosquito-borne diseases: Wear loose-fitting clothing when outdoors. Cover up as much as possible. Use mosquito repellent that contains picaridin or DEET. Make sure your accommodation is mosquito-proof.... Make sure there is no stagnant water around your home. For more information on protecting against mosquito bites, go to https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/campaigns/beat-the-bite

07.01.2022 FINAL SESSION IN PICALS ISOLATION NIGHTS SERIES Mat Bowtell from Free 3D Hands "Face Shields for the Frontline" Monday September 7th 7:30pm ONLINE via Zoom... At the onset of COVID-19 and with Australian health care workers facing massive shortages in PPE, Mat and his team switched from making free 3D assistive devices to protective face shields in a matter of days. Mat will share what the past few months have really been like as they raced to meet the initial demand and the subsequent impact of the devastating second wave. Dont miss out on this inspirational story of hope and community. To register for this FREE event and your Zoom meeting login head to: https://www.trybooking.com/649049

06.01.2022 TRAINING SUBSIDIES FOR BASS COAST SHIRE RESIDENTS! PICAL has been working hard to secure further funding and were passing it onto our locals! If you are looking for work in construction or traffic control and are a Bass Coast Shire resident we are offering the 3-course combo White Card, Traffic Management and Traffic Control for an incredible $450 per person! White Card tickets $150 pp. Bookings by ringing Cove Training 8773 9000 and proof of residency will be required to [email protected] Commencing Friday August 14th, limited places available

06.01.2022 It was great to welcome staff, volunteers and some new and old faces to today's Community Morning Tea in celebration of Neighbourhood House Week. Despite the cold and wintery day outside the "Heavenly Chocolate" cake made by the PICAL Casseroles Cooking Group certainly lifted the spirits! Way too much fun was also had in the PICAL kitchen as an enthusiastic crew pickled proceeds from the Community Garden to make an awesome spicy chutney. We'll be carefully checking the ingredients list on those bottles Come and see what's on at your local Neighbourhood House, we'd love to meet you! #NHWeek2021

05.01.2022 Last call for some great local gear with 10% of sales going to the PICAL Phil Dixon Emergency Food Relief Pantry Local clothing

05.01.2022 Adult Learners Week is celebrated across Australia from 18 September 2020. This years theme is Renew You and with COVID-19 in mind, the focus is on recovery, reskilling and reconnecting. Brushing up on an old skill, learning a new one, or taking a totally new direction, what better way to launch Adult Learners Week than with our Term 4 Course Guide! You can download it here: https://mcusercontent.com//PICAL_Term_4_2020_Course_Guide_ Or head to our TryBooking Events page at: www.trybooking.com/eventlist/pical #ReNewYou #ALW2020

05.01.2022 Spread the word If you or someone you know is struggling to pay the bills this winter, a financial counsellor may be able to help. A warm safe home is the right of every Victorian, learn more at www.warmsafehome.org.au

04.01.2022 QR codes are being increasingly used across different venues and facilities in our community. If you are having trouble downloading or using QR codes we can help! Pop into PICAL and ask one of our friendly volunteers to help you download all the apps you need and go through some practice runs using QR codes. Our free PICAL Tech Club also runs every Wednesday from 2pm - 6pm. Here you can book in for one-on-one assistance with our tutor Ajanta Judd who will have you scanning li...ke a Gen Z in no time! For further information about the use of QR codes in Victorian businesses head to : https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/QR-code-check-in For those of you already rocking QR codes, scan the image below, you're welcome See more

04.01.2022 PICALs "Isolation Nights" Session 2: ONLINE Monday 24th August 7:30pm Join Lois Gaskin from Turn the Page Bookshop and find your next best isolation read. Lois will review some new releases and recommend some favourites to help us all escape from current world events. Sounds like a pretty perfect way to spend the evening inside right? Reserve your free place and zoom meeting link by registering at: https://www.trybooking.com/eventlist/pical

03.01.2022 On May 17th 1990, homosexuality was finally removed from the World Health Organisation International Classification of Diseases. The date now marks International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) and aims to raise awareness of LGBTIQA+ rights and the discrimination that many LGBTIQA+ people throughout the world continue to experience. This morning Bass Coast Shire Council raised a rainbow flag in recognition and support of IDAHOBIT and our LGBTIQA+ community. We stand with hope and solidarity alongside our rainbow community today, and every day. #IDAHOBIT2021

03.01.2022 CALLING ALL RALLY CAR ENTHUSIASTS The PI Baptist Church Mens Breakfasts are usually a social gathering with good food and conversation held every 6 weeks at The Cheeky Goose in Cowes. This meeting is heading online via Zoom with guest speaker and Australian rallying great Barry Ferguson. Open to all blokes with a need to hear about speed.

03.01.2022 From one side of the Island to the other, we have the amazing support of our local Butchers! For the past few months these businesses have been quietly donating meat to the PICAL Casseroles Group. Our enormous thanks to Bill from San Remo Butchers,119 Marine Parade, San Remo and Rohan from Heard of Cowes Butchery 119-135 Thompson Ave, Cowes, who between them have donated meat which has made over 550 meals for local struggling families.

03.01.2022 We were delighted to welcome Member for Bass, Jordan Crugnale MP to PICAL today. The visit was an opportunity for the centre to present some of our services including Women Connect Phillip Island, the Phil Dixon Emergency Food Relief Pantry and the PICAL Community Garden & Kitchen. Jordan also came to deliver $5,000 in Digital Adjustment funding for the centre as part of the Victorian Governments Skills for Economic Recovery initiative. This once-off funding, in response to ...COVID 19, was delivered to eligible Learn Local providers in regional Victoria to address immediate shortfalls in digital access and capacity faced in regional and remote areas. The funding is for the purchase of internet access and online resources that will support online and blended delivery of programs and services to our local learners. Thanks for stopping by Jordan and for the awesome "Community at Heart" calico bags which, if you are creative like Jordan, can be fashioned into a stylish matching headband and mask See more

02.01.2022 The awesome crew at Phillip Island Adventure Resort have generously donated a large amount of fruit and veggies to our pantry this morning. As an essential service the Phil Dixon Emergency Food Relief Pantry continues to operate during lockdown restrictions. If you or someone you know needs food assistance we are open Monday to Friday from 10am to 2pm. Please wear your mask & follow all social distancing requests

01.01.2022 Donations of non-perishable food items can now be dropped off 7 days a week during business hours to Island Pies in Newhaven with thanks to the amazing Min & Neelam Beaumont and bakery owners Emma & Dara. All donations go directly to PICALs Phil Dixon Emergency Food Relief Pantry to help locals who are currently doing it tough. Another local business supporting our local community, thank-you Min and Island Pies

01.01.2022 PICALs Isolation Nights series wrapped last night following a fantastic presentation from Mat Bowtell from Free 3D Hands. We were blown away by Mat and his teams response to the shortages faced by the community and our frontline workers at the start of the pandemic. With dedication and unwavering commitment, one small factory on Phillip Island proved just how we can get manufacturing done, right here on home soil. Wed like to thank all of our presenters: Chris Duff The Country Dietitian, Lois Gaskin from Turn the Page Bookshop and Linda Wilson from Elite Counselling for giving so generously of their time. Make sure you stay connected as we continue along the road to the new COVID normal. There are many people in our community ready and willing to help and PICAL is only a phone call away!