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Learning Together for Pleasure

U3A stands for University of the Third Age. A U3A is a university in the original sense of the word: a community of people devoted to learning. We are a volunteer co-operative of older people who share many educational, creative and leisure activities. Although it is called a "university", being in your Third Age is the only qualification needed to participate in our U3A.
U3A LOCATION: Cnr Church and Bank Streets, Kangaroo Flat
U3A PHONE 0490 858 469

Everyone is welcome at Bendigo Neighbourhood Hub - whether it be dropping in for a coffee, to connect with other people, volunteer, join in a program or to seek assistance to complete a task - we're here to help and you're always welcome.

Our phone number is : (03) 5441-2515
Our office hours: Mon - Fri, 9am - 4pm- Multiple locations across Bendigo

Bendigo Region Women's Shed (BRWS) is an organisation where women of all abilities and cultures can participate in activities, learn and share.
Contact Us +61412258576
Email: secretary.brwsinc@gmail.com
Location: 21 Cunneen Street , Long Gully VIC 3550

BDRSL SHEDS PROGRAM
Our Programs include:

Art
Metalwork
Woodwork
Lead lighting
Gem polishing
Computer access
Coffee and catch up
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 9am – 12pm

Contact Information:
Email: healthwellbeing@bendigorsl.com.au
Phone: (03) 5443 7097

Bendigo Needles and Threads Program is a not-for-profit community group who assist charities by providing quality homemade knitted, crocheted or sewn items of clothing, rugs, blankets, toys and much more.

The group meets fortnightly from 9.30am - 11am to exchange and discuss information including, the community groups needs for donations of hand crafted items and to share ideas, update patterns and view work completed by members during the previous fortnight.

The homemade items are sorted and donated to various community organisations who provide details of their ongoing or specific need. Our groups change from time to time depending on need.

Bendigo Needles and Threads members/volunteers also enjoy companionship, friendship and enjoy a coffee and morning tea at meetings.

Contact: 0400543069 or 0418303489

Location: St Mary's Anglican Church
Kangaroo Flat , Kangaroo Flat VIC 3555

GreenConnect is a free, government-funded dementia support services group for people living with early to mid-stage dementia and their carers — offered outside of residential aged care.

Through nature-based dementia activities, GreenConnect supports social connection, reduces isolation, and gives carers and participants a shared space to build friendships and enjoy meaningful experiences together.

We work closely with health professionals, aged care services, and support providers across the Loddon-Mallee region to ensure referrals are easy and participants feel welcome from day one.

Contact: 0455283314
jafield@heathcotehealth.org

About Us
We have a shed which offers both a woodwork side and a sheet metal side with equipment that most members do not have available at home.

We have a Committee of Management who meets monthly

We offer a safe supportive atmosphere where members can learn new skills, share skills, make and break things and have lots of laughs

Shed Activities
We have a monthly BBQ for members
Men’s Health Talks Monthly
Bi monthly members meetings
Visits to and from other Mensheds
Repairs done for members of the community
Bird Boxes made for Environmental Group
Work n and with Community Projects
Exchange/Free table for members with equipment not required
Free Books
Christmas Breakup
Kitchen area for those that just wish to have a cuppa and chat
Annual General Meeting open to Contact 1300 550 009

PO Box 793, The Junction NSW 2291

A welcoming community hub
The Old Church on the Hill is a vibrant, volunteer-run community hub that supports people to come together, connect, learn, cook, garden, dance and much more! We actively support inclusion of newly arrived community members and cross-cultural connections. We are supported and auspiced by not-for-profit Neighbourhood Collective Australia.

Address: 36 Russell St, Quarry Hill VIC 3550