MILPARA COMMUNITY HOUSE INC.
(ABN 84 361 485 080)
(A0019220Y)
21 Shellcott’s Road (PO Box 136) KORUMBURRA,
Telephone:
5655 2524
Fax: 5658 1375
3950
Email: milpara@dcsi.net.au
Web Page: www.sgcommunityhouses.org.au
Term 2 Program 2013
15th April to 28th June (Bookings essential)
Milpara Community House is open Monday to Friday from 9.30am till 4.30pm during school
terms. During school holidays Milpara is closed except for the Centrelink Agency hours.
GENERAL EDUCATION
ADULT LITERACY & NUMERACY
Get help with reading, writing and/or numeracy with a qualified teacher to get you on the right path and gain confidence.
One-on-one tutoring is available on Mondays (other days may be available).
Date: Every Monday (except school and Public Holidays)
Time: to be advised on enrolment
Cost: $50 per semester
INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY SERVICES
A course to help you make the right choice if you are thinking of enrolling in Aged Care, Home & Community Care,
Disability, Child Care or Community Services courses. (Courses offered at Community College Gippsland Leongatha
Campus). This includes a practice module to give you a feel for the assessment standard required. A great opportunity for
parents returning to work or people considering a change of occupation.
Dates:
4 Wednesdays 5th June to 26th June
Time:
9.30am - 2.30pm (BYO Lunch)
Cost:
$80 (concession $50)
ENGLISH FOR MIGRANTS
Learn to read, write and speak with confidence in a friendly, relaxed class if English is your second language.
Class 1: Tuesdays
16th April - 25th June
Time:
10am - 12noon
Cost:
$50
Class 2: Thursdays
18th April - 27th June (no class 25th April)
Time:
2pm - 4pm
Cost:
$50
CREATIVE WRITING
A course for aspiring writers - come along to share your work and laughter, gain ideas and confidence.
Date:
10 Thursdays 18th April to 27th June (no class 25th April)
Time:
9.30am - 11.30am
Cost:
$70 (concession $60)
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
Learn how to use your digital camera properly and get the results you want.
Date:
2 Wednesdays 17th April & 24th April
Time:
11am - 2pm (BYO Lunch)
Cost:
$60
LIFE SKILLS AND JOB SKILLS FOR WOMEN
(Supported by Gippsland Southern Health Service)
Prior to seeking employment and/or further education, we offer this course to help you build your confidence, match your
skills with job opportunities, increase your job readiness through building computer skills and develop a resume or
explore educational options.
Dates: Mondays
27th May to 9th December
Time: 10.30am - 2.30pm (BYO Lunch)
Cost: $170
Concession: $120
RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL
(SITHFAB009A)
This course meets the requirements for bar & hospitality staff, packaged liquor or planning on being the Licensee.
Date:
Wednesday 29th May
Time:
5.30pm - 9.30pm (Bring a light snack)
Cost:
$85
FOOD SAFETY LEVEL 1
Follow Workplace Hygiene Practices (SITXOHS002A)
Follow Basic Food Safety Practices (HLTFS207B)
Follow Work Procedures to Maintain Food Safety (FDFCORFSY1A)
For people in hospitality, health and food processing industries, this accredited course covers new food laws, safe
food preparation, handling and storage.
Date:
Wednesday 29th May
Time:
9am - 1pm
Cost:
$105
FOOD SAFETY SUPERVISORS COURSE
Food Safety Supervisor Hospitality - SITXOHS002A & SITXFSA001A
Food Safety Supervisor Food Processing - FDFFS1001A & FDFFFS2001A
Food Safety Supervisor Health - HLTFS207C & HLTFS309C & HLTFS310C
The food safety supervisor of each organisation is required to do a food safety plan, which is covered by this
accredited unit.
Date:
Wednesday 29th May
Time:
9.00am - 5.00pm (BYO Lunch)
Cost:
$230 Hospitality & Food Processing Includes Food Safety Level 1.
$295 Health & Community Services Includes Food Safety Level 1.
CFT International P/L (RTO # 21120) will undertake the training and assessment for the above courses.
GET YOUR BUSINESS ORGANISED
Work smarter not harder. Prevent poor time management in your business by attending this seminar. Learn how to
identify and remove distractions, how to prioritise effectively, useful strategies for productivity and other tips on how to
create more time in your day. If you know you waste time but don’t know why, this seminar is for you.
Date:
Wednesday 15th May 2013
Time:
7pm to 9pm
Cost:
$20
COMPUTERS
ONLINE PRESENCE: HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?
Are you a small business owner or are an ABN holder, a Charity or a NPF Organisation or Club? This free workshop and
will be looking at the importance of having an online presence and comparing effectiveness of websites and social media
through the eyes of your customers. The presentation will be followed by a light meal.
Date: Wednesday 19th June
Time: 7pm to 9pm
Cost: Free (sponsored by the Gippsland Local Government Network)
MYOB AccountRight
Learn how to set up your business books, step by step with the MYOB accounting program, including chart of accounts,
sales, purchases, payroll, bank reconciliation and GST. Participants need good basic computer skills.
Date:
7 Mondays
29th April to 24th June (No class 10th & 17th June)
Time:
6.30pm to 9.00pm
Cost:
$130 (ACFE cost)
(Concession $117)
QUICKBOOKS
Learn how to set up your business books, step by step with the Quickbooks accounting program, including chart of
accounts, sales, purchases, payroll, bank reconciliation and GST. Participants need good basic computer skills.
Date:
6 Tuesdays
14th May to 18th June
Time:
10am – 1pm
Cost:
$130 (ACFE cost)
(Concession $117)
PHOTO EDITING
Learn how to import photos into your computer and edit them & scan and restore old photographs
Date:
3 Wednesdays 1st May, 8th May & 15th May
Time:
9.30am - 12.30pm
Cost:
$90
INTERNET TRAINING FOR 50S & OVER
Discover how the Internet can help you to stay in touch with friends & family. Book in to our course with a volunteer tutor
over 4 weeks. Funded by the Australian Government.
Date and time to be advised on enrolment.
Cost:
Gold coin donation per session
Enrol in all three Beginners classes and pay just $99. Conditions apply.
COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
Gain confidence and an understanding of the computer operating system. Learn to use the mouse, open and close
programs and create files and folders.
Date:
3 Wednesdays 1st May to 15th May
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$99 (concession $90) or see above offer
INTERNET & EMAIL FOR BEGINNERS
Learn how to access the Internet, send & receive e-mail, use browsers, search engines & download information.
Date:
3 Wednesdays 22nd May to 5th June
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$99 (concession $90) or see above offer
WORD PROCESSING FOR BEGINNERS
Starting at how to turn the computer on, learn how to set out letters and other documents.
Date:
3 Wednesdays 12th June to 26th June
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$99 (concession $90) or see above offer
Enrol in all three Computers Beyond Basics classes and pay just $88. Conditions apply.
A requirement to enrol in this course is that you must have good basic computer skills
INTERNET & EMAIL BEYOND BASICS
Includes attachments, file sizes, how to zip files, save and send photos, address book, virus checks, how to make safe
internet transactions on banking and buying websites.
Date:
3 Thursdays 2nd May to 16th May
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$99 (concession $90) or see above offer
FILE MANAGEMENT BEYOND BASICS
Learn how to create, find, save and move files & folders.
Date:
Thursday 23rd May
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$33 (concession $30) or see above offer
COMPUTERS BEYOND BASICS
Includes Control Panel, use of right clicking, computer maintenance, desktop icons, printing tips and hints etc.
Date:
3 Thursdays 30th May to 13th June
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$99 (concession $90) or see above offer
Enrol in both Excel and Publisher and pay just $85. Conditions apply.
EXCEL SPREADSHEETS
Learn how to create tables, invoices, budgets and graphs. Students must have good basic computer skills.
Date:
3 Thursdays
9th May to 23rd May
Time:
6pm - 9pm
Cost:
$106 (Concession $96) or see offer above
MICROSOFT PUBLISHER
Learn how to make professional-looking cards, letterheads, posters and brochures. Students must have good basic
computer skills.
Date:
3 Thursdays
30th May to 13th June
Time:
6pm - 9pm
Cost:
$106 (Concession $96) or see offer above
TABLET BASICS
Learn about the basic operation and maintenance of your Tablet and go in the draw to win an internet stick or
smartphone. BYO Tablet.
Date: Wednesday 1st May
Time: 10am - 1pm
Cost: Free (sponsored by the Gippsland Local Government Network)
TABLET APPLICATIONS
Learn about popular applications for your computer tablet and go in the draw to win an internet stick or smartphone..
BYO Tablet.
Date: Wednesday 22nd May
Time: 10am - 1pm
Cost: Free (sponsored by the Gippsland Local Government Network)
PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE INTERNET AND COMPUTERS
Make an appointment or call in and take potluck. Cost $2.
ART & CRAFT
IMPROVE YOUR SEWING SKILLS
Learn how to confidently use your machine and maintain it. Make a simple garment or alter clothing using basic sewing
skills. Materials list available on enrolment.
Class 1: 3 Tuesdays
30th April, 7th May & 14th May
Class 2: 3 Tuesdays
21st May, 28th May & 4th June
Time:
6.30pm - 9pm
Cost:
$58**
GIFT CARDS WITH BARB
Create your own beautiful gift cards for special occasions, family and friends and save money too.
Date:
Fridays
19th April - 28th June
Time:
1pm - 4pm
Cost:
$7 per week payable to the tutor (includes 1 card)
CAKE DECORATING
Learn the art of making flowers and decorate a cake for that special occasion.
Date:
3 Wednesdays 1st May, 8th May & 15th May
Time:
7pm – 9pm
Cost:
$71 ** (A materials list available on enrolment)
PAINTING & DRAWING
Local artist Bob Hickman will teach beginners or those with some experience using oils, acrylic, pastels, water colour any media. Materials list is available on enrolment.
Date:
6 Tuesdays
23rd April to 28th May
Time:
1pm to 4pm
Cost:
$136**
NEEDLEWORK TECHNIQUES
Learn a new technique and make a different decoration each session.
Date: 2 Mondays
6th May & 20th May
Time: 7pm - 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per session payable to the tutor plus materials kit (cost available on enrolment)
BEADING TECHNIQUES
Make a jewellery item and learn a new beading technique each session.
Date: 2 Mondays
13th May & 27th May
Time: 7pm - 9.30pm
Cost: $15 per session payable to the tutor plus materials kit (cost available on enrolment)
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Suitable for people with chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, arthritis, osteoporosis, stress, chronic pain etc.
Venue: Korumburra Community Meeting Rooms
Date: 9 Thursdays
2nd May – 27th June
Time: 10.30am - 12 noon
OR
Venue: Walsh Centre
Date: 9 Mondays
22nd April – 24th June (no classes 10th June)
Time: 5.30pm - 6.40pm
Cost: $72 (conc. $54) per term or $10 (conc. $8) per session payable to the tutor
YOGA Evening Classes
Improve your sense of well-being through relaxation, gentle stretching and meditation. BYO mat & blanket.
Venue: Walsh Centre
Date:
9 Mondays
22nd April – 24th June (no classes 10th June)
Time:
7pm - 8.30pm
Cost:
$108 (conc. $81) per term or $14 (conc. $12) per session payable to the tutor
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS
An excellent exercise program for joints, muscles, mind and spirit.
Date:
Tuesdays
16th April - 25th June
Time:
10.30am to 11.30am
Cost:
$10 per session payable to the tutor.
APPLY FIRST AID
(Level 2 Workplace First Aid) (HTLFA301C)
Learn what to do in a medical emergency. This certificate has a three-year workplace accreditation.
Date:
2 Sundays
28th April and 5th May
Time:
9am – 4pm
Cost:
$165
CPR (HTLCPR201A)
Date:
Time:
Cost:
Sunday 28th April
9am – 12 noon
$65
ADMINISTRATION OF ADRENALINE FOR ANAPHYLAXIS
(21659VIC)
A current CPR certificate is a pre-requisite for this course, which will provide you with the necessary skills and
knowledge to recognise, treat and manage an acute life threatening allergic reaction.
Date:
Sunday 28th April
Time:
9am – 12 noon
Cost:
$65
Swinburne Centre for Occupational Health & Safety Training will issue accredited certificates for the above courses.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES
FOR THE BLOKES
Meets on Friday mornings 10am - 12 noon from 19th April to 28th June and gives men an opportunity to discuss issues
that are relevant to them. For further information contact Colin on 5655 2510 or leave a message on 0428 520 034.
Cost: $3 per week
BOOK CLUB
Is reading your thing? Do you love books? We offer this opportunity for you to meet other people who share a common
passion. Register your interest if you would like to be a part of this social and informative gathering.
Date and time to be advised on enrolment.
Cost:
$3 per session
NEWCOMERS’ LUNCHEON
Have you recently moved into the area? Would you like to meet other people and learn about this district? Then come to
our Newcomers’ luncheon. Wednesday 12th June @12.30pm, Cost is $5 and includes lunch and laughter. Please contact
Milpara to register your interest.
KORUMBURRA PLAYGROUP
Held at Milpara Community House every Friday from 10am to 11.30am during school terms. Mums, dads, grandparents
and carers are welcome to attend with their pre-school children to have fun with a huge range of toys and activities.
Playgroup is a great opportunity for parents and children to make new friends.
MILPARA MEN’S SHED
You don't have to be a handyman to come along to this workshop environment in which men can create, chat, watch,
dabble, exchange knowledge or just enjoy the ambience. For further information contact John Davies on 0411 485 113.
Milpara Men’s Shed operates from Coal Creek, every Tuesday & Wednesday 9.30am - 1pm.
Cost: $3 per session
SOCIAL MAHJONG
Learn to play Mahjong with tiles (not the computer game) - a game of strategy.
Dates: 3 Wednesdays 17th April, 24th April & 1st May
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Cost: $3 per session
NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE WEEK AND NATIONAL VOLUNTEERS WEEK
An afternoon tea will be held to thank the volunteers who make Milpara the Community House that it is. This is an
opportunity for us to acknowledge the support that you have given throughout the year. Monday 6th May @ 2pm
SUPPORT WORKERS’ LUNCHEON
This informal network luncheon is for workers in the health & welfare area. BYO lunch.
Wednesday 5th June 12.30pm to 1.30pm
RECYCLE YOUR OLD SPECTACLES
Just drop them into Milpara to be given to the Lions Club Recycle for Sight project for third world countries.
VOLUNTEER TUTORS WANTED
We would like to hear from anyone who would like to volunteer to teach seniors how to use the internet. Or do you have
a skill you would like to share? Please contact Sandra the Coordinator.
FAMILIES WEEK CELEBRATION
During Playgroup Friday 17th May, 10am - 1pm, Baby Farm Animals, Showbags, Cooking Lessons with Lunch. Cost is
Free - but bookings are essential. Sponsored by South Gippsland Parenting Network and Best Start
MUSICAL SOIRÉE - A selection of classical and popular music by local musicians. 7.30pm, Friday
26th April, 2013. Whitelaw Antiques, 9 Mine Road, Korumburra. Dress to Impress. $25.00 per person - includes music
and finger food. Djinta Djinta wine and soft drinks available to purchase. Entry by pre-purchased tickets available from
Whitelaw Antiques -Thursday to Sunday, Lorna Treacy 0409 404 612 or Milpara 5655 2524. Proceeds donated to:
Milpara Community House & St. Paul’s Anglican Church Door Appeal.
ABOUT MILPARA
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Our Resource Library and Emergency Food Bank form part of Milpara's many community support services. Milpara
would be most appreciative of any donations for the Food Bank. These can include tinned and dry foods.
FAMILY SERVICES PROGRAM
A range of confidential counselling services aimed at supporting families through the difficult times, including in-home
support, counselling and referral, can be accessed at Milpara by phoning the Intake Worker at Uniting Care Gippsland,
formerly Kilmany Uniting Care on 5662 5150.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
Milpara has information on a wide range of subjects and is a contact point for many groups and organizations. So if you
are new to this area or just need some information please contact us during office hours.
CENTRELINK AGENCY
Centrelink Agency is open Tuesdays from 10am - 2pm, Wednesdays 10am - 1pm and Thursdays from 10am - 1pm.
Milpara will not be accepting any forms or documents for lodgement outside of these hours. Access to the Centrelink
telephone and computer is available for self-service when Milpara is open between 10am and 3.30pm.
SUPPORT FOR UNEMPLOYED PEOPLE
This includes a Job Bulletin Board containing current job vacancies and those appearing in the local papers.
Unemployed people can access the Internet free of charge to search for job vacancies.
COMMUNITY GROUPS & SERVICES
Milpara provides a venue for the following groups: Australian Breastfeeding Association, Fibromyalgia Support Group,
South Gippsland Community Houses Network, South Gippsland Parenting Network, Korumburra Playgroup, Work
Solutions Gippsland, Uniting Care Gippsland, Vision Australia volunteers, Korumburra CWA and Employment
Innovations Victoria/Ostara - Disability Management Service.
MEMBERSHIP
Become a friend of Milpara and support your community house to ensure that we can continue to provide services and
respond to our local community’s needs. Membership is only $5.50 for individuals, $11 for groups per year.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are encouraged to actively participate in the management and activities at Milpara. We will provide support
and training to match skills with responsibilities. Volunteer opportunities exist in the areas of Playgroup, office
administration, tutoring, or cooking for the Food Bank.
COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT
If you are interested in your local community and would like to make it a better place to live, please contact us to discuss
what time commitment is involved in being on Milpara’s Committee of Management.
ADULT EDUCATION:
Milpara is a Learn Local organisation offering a wide range of adult education courses, some of which are subsidised by
Adult, Community & Further Education (ACFE) - denoted by . To qualify for an ACFE subsidy you must be looking to
increase your skills to return to study, gain employment or to get a better job or promotion. ACFE will also provide
subsidies to people who have not completed Year 12 and who would like to gain basic skills including literacy and
numeracy skills and English as a second language. ACFE course costing consists of two components: a minimum tuition
fee of $50 plus a student amenities fee for each course which covers the materials and amenities.
All classes held at Milpara are in air-conditioned rooms.
A double asterisk (**) next to the cost of a class indicates that the cost is inclusive of GST.
Conditions of Enrolment:
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Courses are to be paid for one week in advance. Enrolment will be confirmed on full payment of the course fee.
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Concessions are only available on advance payment of funded courses.
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A full refund will be made if the class is cancelled.
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Notice of withdrawal is required to receive a refund which may incur an administration charge.
Supported by the Victorian
Government