Carols in Harmony Square
A wonderful evening of carol-singing and entertainment with free face painting, children’s activities and food stalls.
– Friday 6 December, 6pm-9pm at Harmony Square, cnr Walker and Thomas streeets, Dandenong. Free event.
International Day of People With Disability
A community celebration with recreation and craft activities, entertainment, free access to NPAC, a BBQ lunch and accessible parking, playground, gardens and pathways with multiple staff to assist. This event is in partnership with the City of Greater Dandenong, Noble Park Community Centre, Burke & Beyond, South East Leisure, ADEC and RecLink.
– Tuesday 3 December, 10am-3pm at Noble Park Community Centre and Noble Park Aquatic Centre, Memorial Drive, Noble Park.
Red Cross Christmas Lunch
Hallam Friends of Red Cross will be having a Christmas lunch. We wish all members of red cross and the community, to enjoy the Christmas sprite with family and friends.
– Tuesday 3 December, 12pm at Dandenong Workers Club. Details: Robert Read, 0455 566 570.
Learn about pioneering women in Greater Dandenong’s history, the less represented voices.
Underrepresented Voices in History
Learn about pioneering women in Greater Dandenong’s history, the less represented voices. Speakers include curator/photographer Angela Bailey, and historian Christine Keys. Followed by afternoon tea. This program is presented in conjunction with the We Built this City Exhibition.
– Thursday 5 December, 1.30pm-4pm at Benga, Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Places are limited, bookings essential at trybooking.com/events/landing/1317616
Lexington Gardens Christmas Market
Homemade Christmas ornaments/gifts, baked goods, jams and relishes, jewellery, knitwear, wooden toys made by our own men’s shed, handstitched items, bags and purses and much more. A perfect day to pick up gifts for Christmas.
– Friday 6 December, 10am-2pm at Lexington Gardens Retirement Village, 114 Westall Road, Springvale. Free entry and parking.
Cranbourne Senior Citizens Club
Community Day and Morning Melodies with The Hoffmans on Friday 6 December. Also meets weekly for a range of different events, including bus trips, community days, games, coffee and chat, bingo, dancing and carpet bowls. Weekly activity times – Line Dancing Mon.10am-12pm, New Vogue and Old Time Dance Tue. 1pm-3:30pm, Carpet Bowls Wed. & Sat. 11:30am-2:30pm, Bingo Thur. 11am-2pm.
– Friday 6 December 10:30am-4pm, includes lunch and afternoon tea. Bookings: Marilyn, 0432 107 590. Details: facebook.com/groups/487808127399953
Azza Zein: Tashabok
Join us for the opening of Azza Zein’s poignant exhibition, Tashabok. This immersive experience delves into the complex narratives of migration. Through collaborative drawing sessions and conversations, Zein unveils the hidden journeys of displaced objects. Performance by Middle-Eastern music ensemble Tarabeat and Middle-Eastern dishes from AB Bakery’s pop-up restaurant.
– Saturday 7 December, 6pm at Walker Street Gallery and Arts Centre, cnr Walker and Robinson streets Dandenong. Free event, bookings essential at eventbrite.com.au/e/opening-event-of-azza-zein-tashabok-tickets-1070259287339
Christmas nativity display
The Australian Nativity Scene (ANS) is in its 21st year on display and is regarded as the nation’s best traditional nativity scene. Created by Wilson Fernandez.
– Monday 9 December – Friday 10 January, 10.30am-8pm (strictly by appointments only, closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day) at St. Elizabeth Parish Church, 107 Bakers Road, Dandenong North. Free event, appointments essential. Details: Wilson, 0428 927 110 or the Parish Office, 9795 6217.
Interfaith Network public tour
The community is invited to attend a guided tour of places of worship in our region. An opportunity to see the diversity within our area, focusing on the religious and faith dimension of multiculturalism.
– Wednesday 11 December, 8.30am-3pm; $25pp. Bookings essential: City of Greater Dandenong Interfaith Network, 8774 7662 or administration@interfaithnetwork.org.au
Laps and Lattes
Every Friday in December in the lead up to the holiday period, we will be running a free walking program. Every participant will also receive a free hot drink at Noble Park Aquatic Centre at the end of each session thanks to South East Leisure.
– Fridays 6.30am-7.30am at Ross Reserve Athletics Track, Memorial Drive, Noble Park. Free event. Registration is required at surveymonkey.com/r/75Z9LPK
Christmas Giving Drive
Donate new items (toys, books and food) to support people living in poverty. All donations go to local organisations helping the community. All items should be unwrapped. Donations can be made until 15 December.
– 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday at Springvale Community Hub, 5 Hillcrest Grove, Springvale. Details: greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/christmas-giving-tree
Festive Craft at the Hub
Join us every Wednesday in December for self-guided festive craft sessions. Perfect for all ages, these sessions bring together creativity, fun, and holiday cheer. From ornaments to festive decorations, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Parents, stay and share in the joy as you and your kids make seasonal keepsakes together.
– every Wednesday in December, 10am-2pm at Springvale Community Hub.
Conversation Corner
The Conversation Corner is a safe space to share stories and build new connections. Anyone is welcome to join, no bookings required, and newcomers are welcome anytime.
– Wednesdays 1pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive. Free event.
All Abilities Garden
Become a part of the team that cultivates our brand new All Abilities Garden. You will plan, grow, and take care of the wonderful garden designed by members of the disability community for people of all abilities.
– Tuesdays 1pm at Noble Park Community Centre, Memorial Drive. Free event.
Come and try pickleball
Get ready to serve up some fun at our free pickleball program. Open to all ages and skill levels. Wear comfortable clothing and don’t forget to bring a drink bottle. All pickleball equipment will be provided as well as an expert coach to facilitate.
– Every Tuesday until 3 December, 5pm-7pm at Lois Twohig Tennis Courts, 80 Carlton Road, Dandenong North. Free event, registration required at forms.greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/public-forms/come-and-try-pickleball-registration-form/
Learn from an Employer
Online ZOOM sessions for jobseekers to meet local employers and learn about career pathways and required work skills. Topics are health and care/support (19 November) and admin/customer service (21 November).
– 6pm – 7pm. Free event, register at greaterdandenong.vic.gov.au/learn-from-employer
We Built This City
Come and see stories behind Greater Dandenong’s favourite heritage places through short videos, historic objects, photographs and oral histories from Council and local historical society collections.
– Wednesdays and Thursdays (excluding public holidays) until 18 May 2025 at Benga, Heritage Hill Museum and Historic Gardens, 66 McCrae Street, Dandenong. Free event.
Sandown Probus
Are you retired or semi-retired and would like to stay engaged and connected with others? Come along and see if you would like to join Sandown Probus Club. Enjoy the opportunity to make new friends, expand your interests, participate in the variety of activities and hear guest speakers on a wide range of subjects.
– 2nd Monday of each month at Club Noble, Moodemere Street, Noble Park. Details: probussouthpacific.org/microsites/sandown or Marion, 0458 660 016.
Soccer registrations open
Expressions of interest open for new players across all age groups at Springvale City Soccer Club – Miniroos 7-12, Juniors 13-16, Boys and Girls Youth 17-23, as well as mens and womens’ thirds, reserves and seniors. Miniroos and juniors training powered by No Limits Aquila Academy. Details: springvalecitysc.com.au/
Come Dance with Me – Line Dancing
Come along and learn tips and techniques to this line dancing activity. Learn it well and learn from scratch from patient instructor. Suitable and tailored for all ages. No partner necessary. Wear casual clothing, bring water bottle, closed shoes and positive attitude.
– Tuesdays from 5.45pm-6.30pm (school terms only) at Springers Leisure Centre, 400 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough; $10 prepaid classes / $15 casual attendance – a five-week package that can be repeated. Details: 0412 296 827 or mariepietersz@hotmail.com
Noble Park Probus
A warm invitation is extended to anyone in the local community who is aged 55 and over, not working full time to visit us with a view to becoming a member at Noble Park Combined Probus Club. Meets monthly for morning tea and an interesting guest speaker. Also special lunches, day trips and extended trips such as to Bright. We make sure we promote the Probus core values of ’Friendship, fellowship and fun’.
– first Monday of the month, 10am at Club Noble. Details: Roslyn, rgrassham07@gmail.com or 0410628249.
Dandenong senior activities
Dandenong over 60’s Club (but over 50s are welcome). Join us for fun and games.
– Mondays 1pm-4pm (except public holidays) at The Dandenong Club, cnr Stud and Heatherton roads. Details: Carol, 0431 755 466
Senior activities Keysborough
Keysborough & District Multicultural Senior Citizens Inc is an over 55s club with bingo on first, second and fourth Tuesday of the month ($3 entry and $1.50 per bingo book), live concerts with professional entertainers on third and fifth Tuesday of the month, line dancing on Wednesdays ($3 entry), Thursday ballroom dancing lessons (12.30pm-1pm) and ballroom dancing (1pm-3pm, $3 entry).
– 1pm-3pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Rowley Allan Reserve 352 Cheltenham Road Keysborough. Tea and coffee provided. Details: Julie, 0428 561 694.
Adult Exercise
Improve fitness and energy levels for good health and wellbeing at this adult exercise group class on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This is a self-paced, gentle aerobics class suitable for all levels.
– Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9.30am at Jan Wilson Community Centre, Halton Road, Noble Park North; $5 per session. No registrations required. Details: 8571 1436 or communityfacilities@cgd.vic.gov.au
Fun for retirees
New members from Dandenong North and Noble Park are sought by the Waverley Gardens Combined Probus Club. In addition to other activities, club members also meet for coffee & listen to a guest speaker.
– last Tuesday of the month 9.45am-noon at Southern Community Centre, 27 Rupert Dr, Mulgrave (near Police Rd). Details: Don, 9560 6046.
Meditation and positive thinking
Learn how to make your mind your best friend through open-eyed meditation. Led by Bhavani Padmanabhan, these free sessions are open to all. Presented by Bakhtar Community Organisation and The Brahma Kumaris Organisation.
– Saturdays 2pm at 23-47 Gunns Road, Hallam. Registrations: 9703 2555 or 0403 551 596.
Weekly badminton
Adults welcome (Mondays 7pm-9pm) and ladies and retired (Wednesdays 12pm-2.30pm).
– Hallam Badminton Club, Frawley Road Recreation Reserve; $5.
