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We respectfully acknowledge the country on which our Community House is located, Wadawurrung country and pay our respects to traditional owners, ancestors and elders, both past, present and emerging.
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Tax help ends on November 30 so get in before it is too late.
To arrange an appointment please email your name and contact number to administration@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au or leave a message on our office phone: 5261 2583 and Jean will book a time with you.
Check your Tax Help eligibility HERE
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Did you know that 1 in 4 people don't even know their neighbour's name?
On FRIDAY DECEMBER 4TH @ 6pm let's all come together to celebrate a safe, post Covid community that welcomes and supports each other.
How it Works
On Friday December 4th at 6pm, every household is encouraged to head out to their kerb, or a central point in your street for a 'Hello Happy Hour' to meet and greet your neighbours. Fill out the Hello Cards and hand them to those you meet (Please remember to wear your mask and practice safe distancing at all times).
Download the flyer HERE for the Hello Cards and more info.
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A fierce public defender of people oppressed by a military government, Oscar Romero the El Salvadorian Roman Catholic Archbishop, just weeks before he was assassinated, pleaded
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with his congregation that “Those who have a voice must speak with those who are voiceless”. I believe that we too, members of the Surf Coast Community thankfully living in a democratic country of freedom are being called to be a voice for many voiceless asylum seekers and refugees. Regardless of which Federal Government was/is in power, our Australian treatment of refugees in the past 7 years has been harsh, lacking justice, compassion and contrary to the good old Aussie motto of ‘A Fair Go for Battlers’.
Many refugees faced a dangerous and frightening journey by boat to flee harsh oppression and to seek security and freedom as is their right according to the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights. Instead of freedom and a welcome they were ‘imprisoned’ in Nauru and Manus Island. Gradually many developed serious physical and/or mental health conditions and have been evacuated to mainland Australia. They have been placed in community detention.
Unfortunately, Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton has now revoked the community detention orders replacing them, on very short notice of only several weeks, with final departure bridging visas. That means the refugees can now find work, but it is only for six months. They will receive no income or accommodation support. Refugees refused permission to work in recent years are suddenly forced into the work market with no chance of developing a CV at a time of severely increasing unemployment. These final departure bridging visas are temporary only allowing refugees to reside in Australia until arrangements can be made for their forced departure. In other words, Mr. Dutton on our behalf tells them we Australians have no compassion or justice for the voiceless refugees pleading for the Aussie ‘A Fair Go’.
Torquay and Jan Juc Springboard readers feeling disturbed by our Government’s harsh treatment of refugees may wish to respond to Oscar Romero’s plea that “Those who have a voice must speak with those who are voiceless”. A phone call to Peter Dutton, Scott Morrison and our local Federal MP could be a start.
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IDEAS FOR THE BBQ
Warmer weather and relaxed restrictions have us looking forward to the return of barbeques with our friends and families. Laura has put together a delicious vegetarian barbeque menu for you.
Download Laura's fabulous summer barbeque ideas HERE
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We are thrilled by the success of Let's Go Outside! Thank you everyone who has been attending, it is fantastic to see you all and reconnect with the community in person.
The program has proved so popular that there are wait lists for many of the activities but we are working to get people in as quickly as possible! If the activity you want to attend is full please register for a wait list ticket HERE
The Full Let's Go Outside Timetable
Monday 10am: Boot Scooting
Tuesday 10am: Qi Gong
Wednesday 10am: Bells & Beats for Pre-schoolers
Thursday 10am: Tai Chi
Friday 10am: Standing Yoga and stretches.
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Mums, dads and carers of all kinds are having a great time with their bubs and pre-schoolers at Bells and Beats!
We look forward to seeing you there but please leave dogs at home and park prams next to the sign.
Registration is essential for ALL Let's Go Outside activities. Please register HERE
If the activity you want to attend is full please register for a wait list ticket and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Walk the Talk in
the Sun With Us
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The warmer weather is perfect for connecting with friends outside and getting some much needed Vitamin D. This welcoming group is open to everyone! Meet us at 1.30pm every Wednesday by the seaside opposite Growlers (unless it's raining!). Come and talk about everything under the sun.
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Get more yoga in your life from the comfort of home! Online Yoga with Lesley will now be 10.30am on Wednesdays.
WHEN: Wednesdays 10.30am starting October 28
COST: $10 House membership is required & $5 per week tutor payment, Lesley's payment details will be provided once you have enrolled.
ENROL: HERE
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Online Life Drawing
with Julie Roddy
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Studio 14: Online Life Drawing with Julie Roddy is the perfect place to start if you've always wanted to learn to draw. No experience is needed just an open mind!
WHEN: Mondays, 7.15pm-9.15pm starting October 12
COST: $10 Quarterly Membership and tutor fee $5 per week
ENROL: HERE
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Ukes 'n More: James Hill Method
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James Hill Ukulele Method
Learn the basics of music using the ukulele as a humble tool. We will learn basic music theory, sight-read and play simple melodies and harmonies on the ukulele. This course is based on James Hill's globally renown method!
WHEN: Thursdays, 7.45-8.45pm starting October 15
COST: $10 Quarterly Membership and tutor fee $5 per week or $40 for the term.
ENROL: HERE
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Brene Brown has spent over 20 years studying the emotions and experiences that bring meaning and purpose to our lives. In her podcast she discusses everything from accountability to ending the stress cycle and has conversations with fascinating people like Joe Biden and Reese Witherspoon.
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Got a Favourite Podcast?
Join our Podcast Club and discuss it with new friends!
Register your interest below and we'll contact you when the group is ready to to launch.
When: To Be Confirmed.
REGISTER HERE >>
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Resurfacing is a series of FREE workshops for parents and carers. There will be workshops covering numerous topics around all ages from infants to adolescents.
Download the full program HERE
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It’s on again! Beached Duck Race No 2
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Have a “quack” by adopting a duck in the Lions Club of Torquay’s Beached Duck Race No 2.
9.30am Saturday November 14th
COVID Safe
$5/duck, numbers limited. All funds will go to Lions projects serving our community.
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Please go to the Lions Club's Facebook page or torquay.vic.lions.org.au for further information on ticket purchasing and prizes.
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Do you know an amazing young person who can make a difference in our community? Applications for the Casuarina Community Leadership Program 2021 are open.
Find out more & apply HERE
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Raising Boys to be Healthy Men
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VicHealth has released two brilliant new videos to help us encourage boys to break free of outdated rules on how to be a man, so they can build respectful relationships and lead healthier lives. Watch them below.
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Click to watch
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Click to watch
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Do you need food assistance, financial help, crisis accommodation, family violence or mental health help? The Surf Coast Shire has a comprehensive page of with information on support services for all these issues and more. Please visit the page HERE.
You can also find out all the latest information on active cases and changes to council services, apply for a recovery grant and get business support HERE
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Upcoming Job Skills workshops
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The Gordon Skills and Jobs Centre is a free careers service for job seekers in the Geelong and Wyndham regions. The centre provides information and advice about training and employment opportunities to assist individuals to make informed career choices.
Download the latest workshop program HERE
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Queerspace is excited to announce their service providing low or no-cost confidential counselling services to LGBTIQ+ community and their families in the Geelong and Greater Geelong region.
Services include:
 Counselling (including individual, relationship and family counselling), case management, advocacy and support services to help you with a range of issues
The Village (7 week program for parents and caregivers of trans,gender diverse and gender questioning young people)
Professional development, training, consulting and support for organisations who work with, or provide education or support services for, LGBTIQ+ people and their families
Secondary case consultations
Community events
All services are operating via Telehealth and Zoom.
To access services please call 9663 6733 or email enquiries@ds.org.au
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Monash Student Telehealth Program
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Monash University School of Primary and Allied Health Care is seeking members of the community willing to participate in the Student Telehealth Program. Participants will be contacted by health professional students being supervised as a part of their training placements. Students will discuss your concerns about your health and well-being and help you to identify and enact solutions for these issues.
For more info on the program go to https://www.monash.edu/medicine/student-telehealth-program
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Need help with something else?
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Check out our support services page HERE for links to services that offer mental health assistance, housing advice and more. Or call 5261 2583 11am-2pm, Monday-Wednesday during term time.
The Surf Coast Shire also has a comprehensive page of with information on support services for all these issues and more. Please visit the page HERE
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