Foster & District Community House &
Learning Centres
Corner Station Rd & Court St, Foster (The Court House Building)
Community Newsletter,
Activities & Course Program
Basic Text Version (For Screen Reader Applications)
Term 3, 2013
15th July - 20th September
Ph: 5682 1101
Course Bookings Essential
All paid courses require a minimum number of learners to commence. Please book early.
Foster & District Community
House & Learning Centres Inc.
(ABN No: 46 633 550 717)
(INC. No: A0007556K)
PO Box 176, Foster Vic. 3960
www.sgcommunityhouses.org.au
Fax: 5682 1406
Email: fosterdchlc@dcsi.net.au
Ph: 5682 1101
WOODWORKERS
Men & women of all ages, experience, skills and knowledge are welcome. Share of tools &
equipment use. Annual membership is $45 + $1 per visit for tea/coffee & biscuits.
Contact Ernie Cayzer, 5682 2347 or visit our website: www.ciww.net
Fridays 9.30am-12.30pm at 718 Foster Promontory Rd, Foster.
BOCCE GROUP
All welcome for an informal game of Bocce $1 for tea/coffee & biscuits.
Sundays 10am-12pm at Sagasser Park Toora.
MANNA COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUP
Join other passionate garden volunteers in the community garden.
Contact Juneen Schulz on 0427 809 509.
Mondays 10am-12pm.
WALKING FOR LEISURE GROUP
Contact Joyce Simpson 5682 2147.
Fridays 9.30am-11am.
FOSTER NORTH LANDCARE GROUP
Contact Rob Jones 5681 2220.
Meet monthly.
FIBROMYALGIA & CHRONIC FATIGUE SUPPORT GROUP
Contact Deb Peck 0427 004 488.
1st Wednesday each month 10.30am-12.30pm Foster Exchange Hotel.
SOUTH GIPPSLAND BIRD OBSERVERS
Contact Nancy Roussac 5682 1595.
PROMONTORY COAST COMMUNITY CHURCH - Sunday mornings 10am-1pm
Contact Joyce Crawford 5684 1403.
COMMUNITY CAFÉ - Leongatha, please RSVP to Marlene or Sharon on 5662 3344.
CONDITIONS OF
ENROLMENT:
● Please pay for classes by cash or cheque 10 days in advance, your enrolment will be confirmed upon
full payment.
● Payment plans are always available, please ask how.
● Full refund made by cheque if class is cancelled.
● Notice of withdrawal from a course is required 5 working days in advance to receive a refund which
will incur a $5 admin fee.
● Concessions are for DHS Healthcare Card Holders.
● Classes marked ** are GST inclusive.
OTHER SERVICES:
● Salvation Army
Emergency Food during office hours and Fuel/Food voucher support on
Tuesdays only 10am-3pm for Healthcare Cardholders. Further assistance & case management is
available through Salvation Army in Leongatha PH: 5662 4670
● Kilmany Uniting Care
Counselling, support &
referral 5662 5150.
ALL WELCOME
Foster’s Community House is a great place to meet, find out information, learn/share skills and do
new things, while getting
involved in your community. Check out our community notice board, join our House Groups, become a
tutor/volunteer or just ask us for help if you need it. All
welcome, we look forward to seeing you.
Manna Gum Community Shop & Lounge
Our community enterprise, is run by our wonderful team of volunteers. Feel free to drop in for a cuppa
and a chat, Cappuccino/ Latte, Hot Chocolate for $2 or a cuppa for $1, together with a “FREE” biscuit, or
just potter around the store where you will find great handmade gifts, unique treasures that help support
the local craftspeople and
producers, selling their wares. “FREE” WIFI is available. We would like to extend the shop hours
with your help and support by becoming a volunteer, please
contact Kelly on 0467 054 894.
Open Hours: Thursdays 10am-3pm and
Saturdays 9am-1pm. (New consignees
welcome, please enquire).
What’s On?
CORNER INLET CRAFT &
CONVERSATION
Bring your own craft project, equipment &
materials, or just join the conversation, meet new people and share your skills & ideas. Please contact
FDCHLC and we will note your expression of interest.
CORNER INLET MEN’S SHED GROUP
Men of all ages are welcome, come along, bring a mate for some light activities, a
cuppa and a chat. Meet at the Foster Station Park Shed near the rail trail.
Contact Graeme Green on 5682 2296.
Mondays 9.30am-12pm.
We are a Learn Local Centre. Courses tagged with a Learn Local logo are subsidised by government
funding; Adult Community & Further Education (ACFE). Learn Local courses are GST Free.
Eligible learners receive reduced rates. To qualify you must be seeking
further education or
greater participation in the
economy. Non-eligible learners are subject to full fee payments. For more information please contact
FDCHLC during office hours on 5682 1101.
All courses at FDCHLC
MATHS, READING,
WRITING & ESL
For those who’ve left school early, have English as a
second language (ESL) or need help preparing for further study or work. Small & informal classes. Enrol
any time & work at your own pace.
Tutors: Lynda Buckland/Noelle McLeod
Dates: 9 Weds 17 July-18 Sept
Time: 10am-12.30pm
Cost: $80**/$58 ACFE
TRAFFIC CONTROLLER TICKET & UPDATE
Are you thinking of working in the Civil Construction Industry for
Councils or Vic Roads? (PLEASE NOTE: 6 month licences obtained no longer required to do 20 hours work
experience to receive qualification). Mandatory update tickets due every 3 years. Photo ID required.
Tutor: Tom McCormack
Date: Tues 6 August
Time: 9.30am-3pm
Cost: $180/$160 conc.
CONSTRUCTION
INDUCTION (WHITE CARD)OH&S induction 21883VIC
This course is compulsory for those working in the construction industry or going onto a construction site.
An endorsed course meeting WorkSafe Victoria requirements. (Red card still valid). BYO photo ID.
Tutor: Tom McCormack
Date: Tue 6 August
Time: 3.30-9pm
Cost: $130/$110 conc.
RETAIL SERVICE
This pre-accredited course will help those interested in further training, or who wish to gain some entry
level industry
experience & confidence in the retail
sector. The course incorporates hands on experience, customer service,
display and presentation, cash
handling, marketing, promotion
including stock management basics.
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Dates: 4 Wednesdays 7, 14 21 & 28 August Time: 10am-2.30pm
Cost: $50**/$25 ACFE OR work
exchange for 3 hours as a volunteer in the shop.
Social Media for Business
The importance of having an online
presence, comparing effectiveness of
websites and social media through the eyes of your customers. This is for
businesses, organisations with an ABN
including not-for-profits and clubs. (Supper provided).
Tutor: Liz Welsch & Associates
Date: Wednesday 21 August
Time: 6pm-9pm
Cost: $5 ** Pre-bookings essential
INTERNET/EMAIL TRAINING FOR 50S & OVER
A great way to stay in touch. Unsure about how to use the internet, emails or the computer?
(BYO laptop if you wish or use ours). Please ring FDCHLC to confirm your expression of
interest. (Funded by the Australian Government).
Tutor: Howard Plowright
Dates: 2 weekly bookings available Wednesdays by request.
Time: 10am-12noon Cost: FREE
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
TAILORED FOR iPAD/iPHONE OR ANDROIDS
This session will familiarize yourself with the latest touch technology, ‘Apps’,
digital terminology & functions. BYO iPad or Tablet if you have one or borrow ours.
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Dates: Thurs 22 August for iPad/iPhones
OR ANDROIDS Thurs 12 Sept
Time: 9.30am-2pm
Cost: $30/$25 conc.**
INTRO TO FACEBOOK
Tara makes new technology fun. Learn how to set up account, privacy, linking, sharing, posting and
messaging.
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Date: Thurs 25 July Time: 10am-2.30pm Cost: $30/$25 conc. **
COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS
This course is designed for
beginners who are not confident using a computer or are
self-taught. Using MS Windows XP and/or 7 covering skills such as MS Word, keyboard/mouse usage and
shortcuts, personal file/folder creation and
management, accessing and using MS Word creating documents and printing, tips on customising your
desktop.
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Date: 4 Mons 26 Aug, 2, 9 & 16 Sept
Time: 10am-2.30pm Cost: $99**/$65 ACFE subsidy conditions apply.
FORKLIFT CERTIFICATE
A Forklift Certificate is required to operate a forklift safely. Agriculture workers & Primary Producers must
successfully complete the Certificate to qualify for a Work Safe National Licence. Age 18+. Licence not
included. Photo ID required.
Tutor: Tom McCormack
Date: Tues 20 & Wed 21 Aug
Time: 9.30am-3.30pm
Cost: $330/$290 conc.
APPLY FIRST AID L2 HLTV5, L2 REFRESHER &
PERFORM CPR HLTV5
Workplace Nationally Accredited Course with APL. Please wear
suitable clothing for practical
activities. Apply First Aid L2 valid for 3 years.
Tutor: John Barrie (APL)
Dates/Times: Fri 23 August 7pm-10pm & Sat 24 August 9am-5pm
CPR Friday night only.
Level 2 Refresher Friday night & Saturday 9am-1pm.
Level 2 Friday night & Sat 9am-5pm
Cost: $70 CPR, Refresher $125 & L2$165. Anaphylaxis Epi Pen & Asthma certificates extra $45 each.
OPERATE TRACTOR WITH FRONTEND LOADER BUCKET LICENCE
Accredited training in use of tractor with front bucket, learn how to
fit other implements to the tractor. OH&S requirements for safe
operation of the tractor. (Age 16+).
Tutor: Tom McCormack
Date: Tuesday 27 August
Time: 9.30am-3pm
Cost: $160/$135 conc.
RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF
ALCOHOL (SITHFAB009A)
This course meets the requirements of bar & hospitality staff. Licensees and people handling packaged
liquor will need an LLV RSA certificate and must attend a class.
Tutor/Date/Time/Cost: T.B.A.
FOOD SAFETY L1 & L2 (Supervisor) SITXFSA001 SITXOHS002 & SIRRFSA002.
This accredited course covers new food laws, safe food preparation, handling and storage whether in the
community or hospitality industry. (Aged Care not included).
Tutor/Dates/Times/Cost: T.B.A.
CHEMICAL HANDLING CERT. & REFRESHER
RTC3704A: Prepare & apply
chemicals/RTC3705A:
Transport, handle & store
chemicals. This accredited course covers state legislation, pest control, label reading and calibration of a
boom spray and is a must for anyone preparing or applying chemicals. On successful completion
participants will be registered by Chemcert for a period of 5 years and are eligible to apply for ACUP from
the Department of Primary Industry.
Tutor: Tom McCormack
Dates: Thurs 29 & Fri 30 August
(Refresher Thursday only $160)
Time: 9.30am-3.30pm Cost: $225
MARINE LICENCE
Avoid the fine & don’t
get caught without it!
TSV approved training course, covers requirements for full & restricted (12-16yrs)
Recreational Boat Licence & PWC if required. The Marine Safety Boating Handbook provided
upon enrolment to be pre-read. On
successful completion take your
issued certificate to Vic Roads to
obtain a Licence without additional testing.
Tutor: Marine Training Services
Date: Saturday 31 August
Time: 9.30am-2pm
Cost: $110+$30 PWC if needed**
CHAINSAW CERTIFICATE (RTC 2304A) Includes general maintenance, sharpening and using
basic cutting techniques on fallen timber, relevant legislation and OH&S. Wear leather boots and
suitable clothing. Must BYO ear muffs and safety glasses. BYO chainsaw if you have one
otherwise let staff know when booking.
Tutor: Tom McCormack
Date: Saturday 14 September
Time: 9am-3pm
Cost: $115
POSITIVE THINKING
Learn how to see the world in a
positive light and how altering your perspective can change everything
Tutor: Maureen O’Leary
Dates: Saturday 17 August OR
Tuesday 3 September
Time: 10am-1pm
Cost: Gold coin donation
MANNA GARDEN PRESENTATION by Pauline Crosbie founder of Bumblebee
Factory, empowering communities in the developing world for a sustainable future. Pauline has worked in
Australia and overseas, Somalia, Kenya, Nepal etc and is a truly inspirational individual with a grass roots
approach and idea gone globally. For more info please contact Juneen Schulz PH: 0427 809 509
GARDENING WORKSHOPS
with Manna Community Garden
Juneen’s practical, hands on and general knowledge of all things green, makes these workshops so much
fun.
WEEK 1: Landscaping &
Planning Your Food Garden
Make the most of the winter months planning & landscaping your garden using permaculture principles.
WEEK 2: Creating a Mini Hot House
Come along and bring a friend and create a mini hot house. BYO
recycled foam box and two wire coat hangers.
WEEK 3: Propagating
Seeds and cuttings ready for your summer garden.
Date: Wed 18 Sept
Tutor: Juneen Schultz
Dates: 3 Weds 4, 11 & 18 Sept
Time: 10am-12noon
Cost: $50/$40 conc (all 3) OR $20/$15 conc. cost per week.**
PARLEZ-VOUS FRANCAIS?
Refresh your conversational French, with native speaker and local
resident Noelle McLeod. This fun, hands on French class will help you manage basic conversation skills
with just a sprinkle of grammar. And as an ongoing commitment Noelle is
looking forward to following on with café conversation where everything French is on the agenda,
including sharing her love of cooking, for your pleasure.
Tutor: Noelle McLeod
Dates/Times: 6 Monday evenings 5, 12, 19, 26 August, 2 & 9 Sept 6.30pm-8.30pm OR 6 Wednesdays
7, 14, 21, 28 Aug, 4 & 11 Sept
9.30am-11.30am
Cost: $80/$70con*
PORTRAIT DRAWING
Learn various techniques using a range of drawing materials, to
explore your own style in portraiture. Gain confidence, build a portfolio for tertiary admission, or consider
entering next year’s portrait prize!
Suitable for VCE studio practice. (Volunteer models welcome to apply).
Tutor: Kim McDonald Masters, Fine Art
Dates: 4 Wed 7, 14, 21 &28 Aug
Time: 9.30am-12.30pm
Cost: $100/$80 conc. **
GET CONNECTED
Four weeks of introductory
computer technology classes, for those wanting to improve skills and confidence in getting connected to
the digital world.
WEEK 1: INTERNET FOR BEGINNERS
Learn how to use the Internet effectively. Customise settings and gain confidence on the Internet and
accessing web sites.
WEEK 2: EMAIL FOR BEGINNERS
Learn how to create an email account, send/receive emails, load/download email attachments, manage
address book/contacts, virus checks, settings.
WEEK 3: IPADS, TABLETS AND TOUCH
TECHNOLOGY
Learn how to use touch technology with confidence, understand Apps, and basic navigation
skills.
WEEK 4: DIGITAL PHONES &
TRANSFERRING PHOTOS TO
COMPUTER Learn basic digital phone use and how to transfer digital photos from phone cameras to
computers with ease.
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Dates: 4 Mondays 29 July, 5, 12 & 19 Aug
Time/Cost: 10am-2.30pm $99**/$65 ACFE subsidy conditions apply.
3D CAD SKETCHUP
Get started designing houses, furniture and 3D objects. Basic computer skills and USB stick required.
(Free 3D CAD program provided and BYO Mac laptop).
Tutor: Lloyd Morcom
Dates: 5 Tuesday evenings 6, 13, 20, 27 August & 3 September
Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: $85/$75 conc.**
2D CAD FOR MAC’S
Learn Cadintosh and design houses,
furniture and mechanisms. Basic computer skills and USB stick required. (Free Shareware
CAD program provided, and BYO Mac
Laptop).
Tutor: Lloyd Morcom
Dates: 5 Wednesday evenings 7, 14, 28 Aug, 4 & 11 Sept (excluding 21 Aug)
Time: 7pm-9pm Cost: $85/$75 conc.**
eBay FOR BEGINNERS
Fun class to learn how to set up your own eBay account, the ins and outs of online auctions and hot
marketing tips for eBay. Start creating private sales immediately. Bring photos of products on USB if
required. Basic computer skills a pre-requisite.
Tutor: Gina Salmon
Dates/Times: T.B.A.
Cost: $75/$65 conc.**
Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri 10am-3pm
during school terms &
Tues & Thurs 10am-3pm during school holidays
(excluding public holidays).
CREATIVE WRITING & HOW TO GET PUBLISHED
Learn how easy it can be to write a novel, autobiography, poetry or a short story. Also the secrets of
getting published, how to get an agent, proof readers, editors, etc.
Tutor: Paul Hendry
Dates: 5 Fridays 16, 23 & 30 Aug, 13 & 20 Sept (Excluding 6 Sept)
Time: 10am-12pm
Cost: $85/$60 conc. **
BIRD WATCHING
Learn about our local birds, where to find them and how to observe them. Please bring binoculars and
field guide, if you have them. (Rail trail directions will be given at the first
session). Please note: Children over 12yrs most welcome, but must be accompanied by a
responsible adult, booked in and paid for.
Tutor: Jill & Howard Plowright
Dates/Times: Thursday 26 Sept 10am-12noon & Sunday 29 Sept
8am-10am OR Friday 4 Oct 7pm-9pm & Sunday 6 Oct 8am-10am
Cost: $20/$15 conc. & children $12**
GENERAL EDUCATION, ARTS & RECREATION
* * * ADVANCING COUNTRY TOWNS * * *
MEENIYAN & DUMBALK COMPUTER COURSES
Foster Community House in partnership with the South Gippsland Shire Council
Advancing Country Towns Program are pleased to announce the following courses:
WORD FOR BEGINNERS
Learn word processing skills for the
workplace or home. Create and
produce professional looking
documents from scratch or using templates. Formatting of text, new, open, save and print, tabs, rulers,
inserting tables/clip art images,
adjusting margins and page
set-ups.
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Date: 4 Wed evenings 31 July, 7, 14 & 21 August
Time: 5.45pm - 9.45pm
Cost: $45 ACFE subsidy
Meeniyan Golf Club
INTRODUCTION TO
QUICKBOOKS - DUMBALK
Learn QuickBooks basics; suitable for accounts departments & small businesses. Includes navigation,
company files, lists, forms,
accounts, banking, inventory, tracking taxes, purchasing, bills, invoices, customer payments and
reporting. “Basic computer skills are a prerequisite”.
Tutor: Phil Kerr
Dates: 4 Thurs evenings 29 Aug, 4, 12 & 19 September
Time: 6pm-9pm
Cost: $45 ACFE Subsidy
GET CONNECTED
Get Connected is a series of
introductory classes for those
wanting to improve skills and
confidence with getting connected with technology. Meeniyan Golf
Week 1 Internet for Beginners
Week 2 Email for Beginners
Week 3 Ipads/tablets/touch tech.
Week 4 Digital phones &
transferring photos to computer
Tutor: Tara Hendry
Dates: 4 Weds evenings 28 Aug, 4, 11 & 18 September
Time: 5.45pm-9.45pm
Cost: $45 ACFE subsidy
Meeniyan Golf Club