Alamein Neighbourhood and Learning

Learn how to use smartphones and tablets safely.
Understand key apps, protect your info, and avoid the latest scams.
Thu 10am–12pm
4–18 Jun (3 wks)
Cost: $30 / Conc $24 / NR $66
Join us 9885 9401 or email : [email protected]

Learn to use digital maps and travel apps, plan trips, and explore destinations online.
Mon 10am–12pm
25 May–15 Jun (3 wks, no class 8/6)
Cost: $30 / Conc $24 / NR $66
join us 03 9885 9401 or email : [email protected]

Ashwood, Ashburton & Chadstone Public Tenants Group have their next meeting this Wednesday (20th May) from 1pm. All public tenants in the area are welcome to join this meeting, which will be held at Markham Pavilion. Alamein will also speak at this meeting about an event for Markham Estate residents (supporting residents to get their concession rebate on their electricity and hot water bills. Check out the flier in the comments.) We hope to see many of our local social housing residents there :-)

Looking for connection and support as a carer?
Join the Monthly Carer Support & Friendship Afternoon Tea — a warm, relaxed space to meet other carers and share your needs.

📅 Dates (Last Wednesday each month)
27/5 ・ 24/6 ・ 29/7 ・ 26/8 ・ 30/9
⏰ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
💰 Free
📍 Alamein Neighbourhood & Learning Centre
49 Ashburn Grove, Ashburton 3147

📞 RSVP: 9885 9401

Build Your Confidence in Everyday English

Do you know someone struggling with reading, writing, speaking or understanding English in daily life? Our Literacy for Practical Purposes course is designed to help people gain the skills and confidence for real-world situations.

This supportive, hands-on course focuses on practical English used in everyday life in Australia—whether it’s reading forms, having conversations, understanding information, or preparing for work. Adults learn in a friendly environment where everyone is encouraged to build skills at their own pace.

What people learn:

Everyday reading and writing skills
Speaking and listening with confidence
Understanding Australian culture and systems
Practical communication for work and daily life
Basic employability and workplace skills

Mondays 9.30am-12pm term times. Call 98895041 or email [email protected] for more details.

Did you know you can rent rooms at Alamein for meetings, trainings and activities. Contact us on 98859401 or [email protected] to find out all the details.

Did you know next week is Neighbourhood House week? Why not connect with us for some fun activities, community events, and hands-on workshops. It’s the perfect chance to learn something new and connect with others in the community.

What’s happening:

WED 13 MAY – BIG COMMUNITY DAY (FREE)
11am – Free Circular Economy session with Rose from City of Boroondara
11.30am – Bring leftover ingredients
12pm – COOKS Challenge -watch our local cook create something special
1pm – Eat together and enjoy the shared meal
2pm – Community Garden tour

THU 14 MAY – MEN’S SHED TOUR (FREE)
1–2pm – See inside the Community Shed and meet the volunteers.

FRI 15 MAY – SPECIAL WORKSHOP
Learn how to digitise and preserve old photos in a 2-hour workshop with Ed.
Cost $10 | 1–3pm (Bookings essential)

Come along, bring a friend, and celebrate community with us!

For more information or to attend the session, contact us at [email protected] or 9885 9401

On this chilly day, our term 2 Fixing Things course started. It was nice and toasty in the craft room as students learnt about drills and how to use them. The course had a waiting list this term, so if you'd like to join next term's course, give us a call on 98859401.