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Living & Learning @ AjaniUnit 2/284 Thompsons RoadLower Templestowe 3107

phone. 9850 3687www.livelearnajani.org.auAOO 230 13G ABN: 58 759 536 503

Living & Learning @ Ajani

HOW TO ENROLEnrolmentsIf you have an enquiry about a course please phone us on 9850 3687.- Enrolments are taken on a “first come, first served” basis until the class is full.

- Course fees must be paid in full at the time of enrolment. Places will not be held without payment. A copy of our Fees & Charges policy is available on request.

- Payment can be made in person or by phone. We accept cash, cheques, eftpos or credit card (except American Express and Diners)

- Concessions are available for Senior Card holders, Health Care Card holders and Pensioners. Arrangements can be made for you to pay in instalments if necessary. Please speak to the staff.

RefundsPlease check all times, dates and course information carefully before you enrol. Once you have enrolled for a course, refunds will only be given on receipt of an appropriate medical certificate. Courses will be cancelled if there are insufficient enrolments. If a course is cancelled by us, fees will be refunded in full.

PrivacyPersonal information provided when you enrol in a course or program is protected by privacy policy. A copy of our Privacy Policy is available on request.

Mailing ListIf you would like to be put on our electronic mailing list to ensure you get a copy of our brochure, please call us on 9850 3687, or send your email address to [email protected]. You can also download our brochures from our website at www.livelearnajani.org.au. If you would like a paper copy of our brochure you can pick one up from our office, from Manningham Council, the library or local shopping centres.PLEASE NOTE: This program was correct at the time of publication however classes or tutors are subject to change. Living & Learning @ Ajani reserves the right to change classes, replace tutors or amend class fees if necessary.

ENROLMENTS - can be made by phone or in person or email [email protected] to obtain an enrolment form.

New enrolments taken from Monday 7th December 2015 • Term 1 begins Wednesday 27th January and ends Thursday 24th March• Term 2 begins Monday 11th April and ends Friday 24th June • Closed for all School Holidays • No sessions on Monday 14th March (Labour Day), Friday 25th March (Good Friday), Monday 25th April (Anzac Day) & Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

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Wheelchair access and disabled car parks are available.

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Living & Learning @ Ajani284 Thompsons Road

Lower Templestowe 3107Phone. 9850 3687

www.livelearnajani.org.au

Job Skills with Kathy Andison, Professional Careers Counsellor

Our Job skills program will help you to assess your vocational skills, work through your career options, prepare your CV, submit your job application and get ready for the interview.

Previous participants have gained employment after completing this course. Ref: 16VOCJOBSKILLS

Term 2: Thursday 12th May 10.00am – 2.00pm (6 weeks)

Fee: $50.00

Intermediate Computer Skills for Business with Scott Moran

This course will enable you to learn further computer skills for the workplace environment with Intermediate Word, Excel, Internet, email and outlook for the workplace and small business. Includes setting out a report, typing up a resume and setting out a business letter, minutes and tables in Word. Creating a budget, costing sheet, table, adding columns and simple formulae in Excel. Advanced internet searches, email and outlook skills. Course notes will be handed out each week. Funded by Adult Community and Further Education Ref: 16VOCDIGLIT

Term 2: Wednesday 27th April 9.30am – 12.00pm (8 weeks)

Fee: $50.00

ACFEAdult & Community Further Education (ACFE) funded places will only be offered to learners with one of the following citizen or residency status:• Australian Citizen

• Australian Permanent Resident (holder of permanent visa)

• Holder of Special Category Visa (sub-class 444, New Zealand Citizen)

• East Timorese Asylum seeker, or

• Holder of Temporary Protection Visa

Learn Local CoursesEmployment Skills Courses

Funded by Adult Community and Further Education Ref: 16VOCJOBSKILLS

Funded by Adult Community and Further Education

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The Art of Painting with Vicki McInnes Build the skills and confidence to develop your ideas, find an individual style and create finished pictures. The fundamentals of composition, colour and tone will be taught as they apply to your work. Vicki is a professional artist with an established reputation for her decorative painting and murals.

Monday 1st Febuary 11.45am – 1.45pm (7 weeks)

Fee: $133.00 Concession: $121.00

Monday 11th April 11.45am – 1.45pm (9 weeks)

Fee: $171.00 Concession: $156.00No class Monday 14th March (Labour Day) Monday 25th April (Anzac Day) and Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

Painting and Drawing Basics with Vicki McInnesFor students wanting to develop their drawing and painting abilities, whether beginners or more experienced. Vicki will demonstrate and help you with the basics such as materials, composition, tone and colour mixing. You will be encouraged to find your own style and work at your own pace, either from photographs or directly from the subject.

Monday 1st Febuary 1.45pm – 3.45pm (7 weeks)


Monday 11th April 1.45pm – 3.45pm (9 weeks)

Fee: $171.00 Concession: $156.00 No class Monday 14th March (Labour Day) Monday 25th April (Anzac Day) and Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

Coloured Threads Knitting Group with Vicky Petsinis

Want to knit, learn to knit or love to knit? Share your creative ideas, inspire or be inspired, chat and share a cuppa with others who love this craft in a relaxed and informal monthly group meeting. All knitting abilities welcome. Bring along your knitting project to work on or start your first project with us. For further information and details call Living & Learning @ Ajani on 9850 3687 or group facilitator Vicky Petsinis on 0421966476.

2nd Saturday of each month 2.00pm - 5.00pm (ongoing)

Fee: $2.00 gold coin donation

Materials list available from office

Materials list available from office

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Business Programs for Start-up and Micro Business Micro & Small Business Programs with Blackmont PathwayLiving & Learning @ Ajani and business education provider Blackmont Pathway are delivering a series of informative, practical and hands on business short courses to help nascent (just beginning to develop) start-ups and micro/small business owners build their business foundation for success.

Fee: $299.00 for all 4 courses or $79.00 for individual courses

Courses on Thursday 12.30pm – 4.30pm Courses on Saturday 10.00am – 2.00pm

Phone Living & Learning @ Ajani on 9850 3687 for enrolment and payment.

1. Start a New or Home-based Business

Aspiring and nascent start-ups will learn and understand the important parameters and process of starting up a home-based business. Topics covered include discussion on validating business ideas, understanding compliance and other important elements that can enhance the success of running a small business

Thursday dates: 4th Febuary, 3rd March, 7th April Saturday dates: 6th Febuary, 5th March, 9th April

2. Financial understanding for business owners

Staying on top of your business finances is one of the most critical factors to ensure business sustainability and to generate growth to your business. In this course, we will discuss and break down the important finance elements that all small business owners need to know. Important areas covered include :

i) sources of finance ii) understand cash flow iii) calculate the break-even analysis and iv) revenue projection

Thursday dates: 11th Febuary, 10th March, 14th April Saturday dates: 13th Febuary, 12th March, 16th April

3. Marketing your Small Business

Participants will understand the role of marketing and how it can help small business plan for success. Learn how to develop a simple 1 page marketing plan and also develop a better understanding of the importance of marketing mix (4Ps), branding and marketing communications and its impact to business.

Thursday dates: 18th Febuary, 17th March, 21st April Saturday dates: 20th Febuary, 19th March, 23rd April

4. Conduct an effective business review

Participants will learn practical and develop measurable metrics to track the progress of their business. This will develop an understanding on why it is important to set measurable business goals for the business, how to set-up metrics and to be able to review the goals and improving future operations.

Thursday dates: 25th Febuary, 24th March, 28th April Saturday dates: 27th Febuary, 26th March, 30th April

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Gum Tree & eBay – Learn how to sell with Scott Moran

Gumtree gives you a simple and easy-to-use tool that lets you quickly find what you are looking for. You can find everything you need to live your life with the help of your local Gumtree community. Everything from that unique item at a bargain price to your dream machine car, a job or a flat, a nanny for your kids or a language teacher to help you learn that new language!

Learn how to sell on eBay and turn your unwanted goods from home into cash. Over the 2 weeks you will set up an eBay account and list an item for sale. Some basic knowledge of using a computer is required for this course. In class you will cover creating/using your email account with eBay. You may want to consider opening a separate bank account to use with eBay although this will be covered in Week 1.

Wednesday 10th February 12.30pm – 3.00pm (2 weeks)

Wednesday 25th May 12.30pm – 3.00pm (2 weeks)

Fee: $66.00Concession: $61.00

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Computers & Digital Literacy iPad for the Workplace & Home with Scott MoranA comprehensive overview to the features of an iPad including Apps. It is recommended that you bring your iPad to the sessions. If you don’t have one already, we have some here you can try and Scott can advise you on what to buy.

Wednesday 2nd March 12.30pm – 3.00pm (4 weeks)

Fee: $127.00 Concession $117.00

iPad for the Workplace & Home (Intermediate) with Scott MoranIf you already know the basics of iPad, then this intermediate course is the next step. It is recommended that you bring your iPad to the sessions.

Wednesday 27th April 12.30pm – 3.00pm (4 weeks)


Update your skills in Windows 10 with Scott MoranA “one off” workshop to update your skills in Windows 10.

Wednesday 22nd June 9.30pm – 12.00pm


Computers with Windows 10- What’s New? with Scott MoranWith the new update to Windows 10 have come changes to the look of Windows. Microsoft have probably offered you a free update to Windows 10 so update your computer at home and bring it along for the lessons to find out about the changes and familiarise yourself with the new system. There will be 2 sessions on Introduction to Windows 10 and 2 sessions on the internet. Basic computer skills are required.

Wednesday 10th February 9.30pm – 12.00pm (4 weeks)


Set up your own blog/website using Wordpress with Gordon ThompsonDo you want to create a website? Each class is designed to put into practice your creativity and to learn about “Wordpress”, a free program for creating websites. This course is suitable for small businesses, participants at home and volunteers. Participants will be provided with notes for the course.

Monday 22nd February 12.00pm – 2.30pm (4 weeks)

Monday 16th May 12.00pm (4 weeks)

Fee: $120.00 Concession: $110.00No class Monday 14th March (Labour Day)

Androids Smart Phones & Tablets with Scott MoranWelcome to the world of Android where you will learn how to use your Android device and what they are capable of doing for you. If possible, please bring your Android phone or tablet to these classes.

Wednesday 24th February 12.30pm – 3.00pm (1 week)

Wednesday 22nd June 12.30pm – 3.00pm (1 week)


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Community Programs

Community Services at AjaniDoncare, Manningham Community Health, Whitehorse Manningham Library, YMCA and others provide regular services at the Ajani Community Hub. Contact us or the service provider for more details.

Free Hearing Checks with Australian Hearing

Are you having trouble hearing? Australian Hearing is offering FREE hearing checks at Living & Learning @ Ajani. Hearing checks will be available on Thursday 11th February from 9.30am – 1.30pm and Thursday 5th May from 9.30am – 1.30pm. Hearing checks take approx. 15-20 minutes per person, the results of the check will indicate if further assessment and testing is required and Australian Hearing will provide further guidance to those who require further assessment. Please phone Living & Learning @ Ajani for an appointment on 9850 3687.

If you wish to speak directly to Australian Hearing for further information, phone them on 9236 1000.

Australian Sewing GuildThis group meets once a month to sew, swap ideas and inspiration, help each other with fitting and devote a day to dressmaking. This is a great way to devote time to your sewing while making friends. Bring your sewing machine or overlocker.

2nd Saturday of each month 9.30am – 3.30pm (ongoing)

Fee: $5.00 per session

Eastern Community Legal CentreEastern Community Legal Centre offers free legal advice and assistance. Get free legal advice on important issues including family law, crime and traffic matters, neighbourhood disputes and intervention orders. A lawyer will be available at Living & Learning @ Ajani on the 4th Monday of each month. Call (03) 9285 4822 to make an appointment.

U3A Manningham Please phone U3A Manningham on (03) 9894 5955 to find out more details and to enrol.

SERVIZIO DI PATRONATO / PATRONATO SERVICEPatronato ITAL informa che ogni Venerdi’ dalle 9.00am alle 1.00pm presso il Community Hub at Ajani (Living & Learning @ Ajani) e’ disponibile il servizio di Patronato. Per informazioni o per fissare un appuntamento contattare il numero (03) 9530 4364.

A FREE Patronato Service is available every Friday from 9.00am to 1.00pm at Communty Hub at Ajani (Living & Learning @ Ajani). For any information or to make an appointment please call (03) 9530 4364.

Manningham Toy LibraryVisit the Toy Library where you can borrow a large variety of quality educational toys, puzzles and games on a regular basis. The library has over 1000 items available for hire covering all stages of growth and development. Find out more about the Toy Library at www.mannighamtoylibrary.org.au.

International Women’s Group The International Women’s Group meets weekly on a Thursday morning to develop friendships, chat and provide mutual support. This dynamic group of women get involved in a variety of activities including outings, guest speakers and interesting workshops. Come and join us!

Term 1: Thursday 4th Febuary 10.15am – 12.15pm

Term 2: Thursday 14th April 10.15am – 12.15pm

Phone us on (03) 9850 3687 for further details.


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Facebook with Scott MoranSocial networking is everywhere! These hands-on workshops will show you how to set up and manage your own Facebook and Twitter accounts and how to use the privacy settings to ensure that your information can only be viewed by those you choose. These are interactive sessions; you may already have your own Facebook and Twitter accounts or create them during the class.

Wednesday 9th March 9.30am -12.00pm (2 weeks) Wednesday 8th June 12.30pm -3.00pm (2 weeks)


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General InterestNew Brain Gym® with Mary Nicholls

Take the struggle out of life. Get organised, think clearly and switch on your brain for any activity, work, sport, art and study. Brain Gym ®movements assist us to reason rather than react. Quick and easy to do and a great technique to use to help your days run more smoothly.

Thursday 16th June 1.00pm – 4.00pm (1 week)


Short Fiction Writing for Adults with Elizabeth Rogers

Always wanted to develop your short story capabilities but not sure how to go about it? This class is designed for all writers to become more proficient at their craft. We will focus on character development (including writing authentic dialogue), consistency of theme, developing your writing style and creating tension through the use of pace and metaphor. You’ll also learn how to edit your work to within an inch of its’ life, because direct is always best! All writers will be encouraged to read their work in a supportive environment to help them on their fiction writing journey. Please bring a blue and red pen and notebook, plus plenty of ideas. You can also bring your laptop.

Term 1 - Daytime Tuesday 2nd February 10.30am – 12.30pm (Free come and try session) Followed by Tuesday 9th February 10.30am – 12.30pm (7 weeks)


Evening Monday 1st February 7.00pm – 9.00pm (Free come and try session) Followed by Monday 8th February 7.00pm – 9.00pm (6 weeks)

Fee: $114.00 Concession: $104.00 No class Monday 14th March (Labour Day

Term 2 - Daytime Tuesday 12th April 10.30am – 12.30pm (Free come and try session) Followed by Tuesday 19th April 10.30am – 12.30pm (10 weeks)


Evening Monday 11th April 7.00pm – 9.00pm (Free come and try session) Followed by Monday 18th April 7.00pm – 9.00pm (8 weeks)

Fee: $152.00 Concession: $138.00 No class Monday 25th April (Anzac Day), Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

Food & CookingEasy Cheesy – Cheese made easy with Sharon Howard

Ever wanted to have a go at making cheeses? In this hands-on workshop you will learn how to make fetta, camembert and mascapone cheese. Participants take home recipes, the 3 cheeses they have made and experience making artisan cheese – easy enough to then make cheese at home! A fun workshop with delicious results. All equipment, materials and recipes will be supplied.

Participants need to bring along:

• a container to place their cheeses in (Décor meat keeper size – tutor can sell you one)

• a glass jar to hold 400 mls

• a clean old bath towel to incubate the cheese vats

• your own lunch

Saturday 19th March 10.00am – 4.00pm (1 week) or Saturday 14th May 10.00am – 4.00pm (1 week) or Saturday 18th June 10.00am – 4.00pm (1 week)


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New Spanish Language Classes- (Beginners) with Marta Eppel

Hola Amigos! Discover Spanish at the community house. If you are travelling to Spain or just want to challenge yourself by learning a new language then join this fun class. Marta is a native speaker and experienced teacher of the Spanish language.

Term 2

Thursday 28th April 6.30pm – 8.00pm (Free come and try session) Followed by Thursday 5th May 6.30pm – 8.00pm (6 weeks)


Use Hygenic Practices for Food Safety (SITXFSA101) with eFocus

This course is ideal for those who are looking for work or are working in tourism, hospitality and catering organisations and also for participants who prepare food in community kitchens. On successful completion of the course the participants will receive a food safety certificate.

*As this is an accredited course, please bring along your Unique Student Identifier Number (USI) if you have one or your Medicare Card to be photocopied to apply for one.

Friday 19th February 9.30am – 1.00pm

Friday 18th March 9.30pm – 1.00pm

Friday 6th May 9.30pm – 1.00pm

Friday 3rd June 9.30am – 1.00pm

Friday 24th June 9.30pm – 1.00pm

Fee: $60.00 (No Concession)

Writing Your Life with Dr Lyn Hatherly Learn to improve your writing and consolidate your existing skills. Discover strategies, publication opportunities and research skills that will make that life shine for your readers. This class encourages you to write out of your individual inspiration and enjoy it. Suitable for writers of all levels.

Tuesday 2nd February 1.00pm – 3.00pm (8 weeks)

Tuesday 19th April 1.00pm – 3.00pm (8 weeks)


Health & WellbeingMindfulness with Mary Chandler, Psychologist “Mindfulness” is the practice of living consciously in the present, rather than worrying about the past or future. Explore various aspects of mindfulness, such as perception, listening, letting go, forgiveness and kindness. Learn some simple techniques from an experienced psychologist, to help you to manage unhelpful thoughts and uncomfortable emotions. Turn down your “inner critic” and engage in life more fully.

Tuesday 9th February 1.00pm – 3.00pm (6 weeks)

Fee: $135.00 Concession: $123.00 No class Tuesday 8th March

Ballroom Dancing with Veronica Reichelt Classes designed especially for couples. The resurgence in popularity of ballroom dancing has led to couples discovering the elegance and joy of social ballroom dancing as they learn the techniques and step executions at their own pace. The dance styles covered are Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Quickstep, Samba, Rumba, Cha Cha, Swing and Mambo. Classes are conducted by a professional ballroom dance teacher and give couples a fun, lifelong hobby to share.

Wednesday 27th January 7.30pm – 9.00pm (9 weeks)


Wednesday 13th April 7.30pm – 9.00pm (11 weeks)

Fee: $170.00 Concession: $154.00*Bring along your partner and they pay ½ price.

**This class is held at 125 George Street, East Doncaster.

Walking for Pleasure with Agnes ZordanDo you enjoy walking in natural surroundings and meeting people? Come and explore different walks with our walking group. This group is open to men and woman of all ages. Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothing, a sun hat and walking shoes. Bring water!

Tuesday 2nd Februay 9.30am – 11.30am (ongoing)

Tuesday 12th April 9.30am – 11.30am (ongoing)

Fee: $2.50 per walk

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Raj Yoga/Pilates Combo with Karyn Montgomery A balanced approach to exercise, this class combines the gentle, full stretches of yoga with the core-strengthening and postural improvement of Pilates. Learn effective methods to improve strength whilst retaining flexibility. The Conscious Relaxation techniques included allow release of tension, protecting both the body and mind against stress. Bring along your own yoga mat.

(Not suitable for those with neck injuries or during pregnancy).

Term 1: Monday 1st Febuary 11.00am – 12.00pm (7 weeks) Fee: $80.00 Concession: $73.00

Tuesday 2nd February 6.15pm – 7.15pm (8 weeks) Tuesday 2nd February 7.20pm – 8.20pm (8 weeks) Tuesday 2nd February 8.25pm – 9.25pm (8 weeks) Fee: $92.00 Concession: $83.00

Term 2: Monday 11th April 11.00am – 12.00pm (9 weeks) Fee: $103 Concession: $94.00

Tuesday 12th April 6.15pm – 7.15pm (11 weeks) Tuesday 12th April 7.20pm – 8.20pm (11 weeks) Tuesday 12th April 8.25pm – 9.25pm (11 weeks) Fee: $126.00 Concession: $115.00 No class Monday 14th March (Labour Day), Monday 25th April (Anzac Day), Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

Iyengar Yoga with Georgia Kardaras Iyengar Yoga focuses on correct alignment and postural awareness. It is a practical system of yoga in which everyone, regardless of fitness or flexibility can safely participate. Iyengar yoga helps to develop strength, endurance and suppleness using the support of props as required. Bring along your own yoga mat.

Thursday 28th January 8.15pm – 9.30pm (9 weeks) Fee: $129.00 Concession: $117.00

Thursday 14th April 8.15pm – 9.30pm (11 weeks) Fee: $158.00 Concession: $143.00

Exercise Gently with Weights with Kate TempanyTaught by a qualified fitness instructor, this is a safe and easy exercise program. No jumping or jogging, only stretching and balancing and light weights. A fun and enjoyable way to excercise!

Wednesday 27th January 9.00am – 10.00am (9 weeks)

Wednesday 13th April 9.00am – 10.00am (11 weeks)

Fee: $55.00 (No Concessions)

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Healthy ExerciseHatha Yoga with Jennifer Schrader Hatha Yoga creates cohesion and harmony through balancing stability with mobility, activity with stillness and enhancing the body-mind relationship. This class is suitable for students at all levels, including beginners. Bring along your own yoga mat.

Term 1: Daytime Monday 1st Febuary 9.15am – 10.15am (7 weeks) (Beginners & Intermediate)


Evening Thursday 28th January 7.00pm – 8.00pm (9 weeks) (Beginners & Intermediate)


Term 2: Daytime Monday 11th April 9.15am – 10.15am (9 weeks)


Evening Thursday 14th April 7.00pm – 8.00pm (11 weeks)

Fee: $126.00 Concession: $115.00 No class Monday 25th April (Anzac Day), Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

Ongoing Strong People Stay Young (SPSY)This exercise group is for people who have participated in the Introduction to SPSY program and wish to continue to practice and improve or maintain their strength and bone density with a facilitator. If you are interested in an Intro to Strong People Stay Young course contact Manningham Community Health on 8841 3000.

Term 1 Daytime: with Gilda Canil Thursday 28th January 8.45am – 10.00am and

Tuesday 2nd Febuary 8.45am – 10.00am (17 sessions)

Evening: with Agnes ZordanWednesday 27th January 6.30pm – 7.45pm and

Monday 1st February 6.30pm – 7.45pm (16 sessions)

Term 2 Daytime: with Gilda CanilTuesday 12th April 8.45am – 10.00am and

Thursday 14th April 8.45am – 10.00am (22 sessions)

Evening with Agnes ZordanMonday 11th April 6.30pm – 7.45pm and

Wednesday 13th April 6.30pm – 7.45pm (20 sessions)

No class Monday 14th March (Labour Day) Monday 25th April (Anzac Day) Monday 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)


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Pilates with Robyn StephensA mat class that works on strength, flexibility and muscle tone. Pilates will align your spine and increase your core muscle strength and postural awareness. Please bring along your own yoga/pilates mat to the class.

Term 1: Wednesday 3rd February 11.00am – 12.00pm (Free Come & Try Session) Followed by Wednesday 10th Febuary 11.00am – 12.00pm (7 weeks)


Term 2: Wednesday 13th April 11.00am – 12.00pm (Free Come & Try Session) Followed by Wednesday 20th April 11.00am – 12.00pm (10 weeks)


Strength Training with Louise & Carole Fitness Instructors

from Manningham YMCA A new Strength Training class with a YMCA Fitness Instructor, who will teach you how to strengthen your bones and muscles and assist with balance, stability and flexibility. Hand and leg weights will be used to strengthen the upper body and legs and assist in the prevention of osteoporosis. Please bring a yoga mat with you. Wednesdays & Fridays.

Term 1: Wednesday: with Louise Wednesday 3rd February 12.30pm – 1.30pm (Free come & try session) Followed by Wednesday 10th Febuary 12.30pm – 1.30pm (7 weeks)

Fee: $74.00 Concessions: $67.00 Friday: with Carole Friday 5th February 10.30am – 11.30am (Free come & try session) Followed by Friday 12th Febuary 10.30am – 11.30am (6 weeks)

Fee: $63.00 Concessions: $58.00 No class Friday 25th March (Good Friday)

Term 2: Wednesday: with Louise Wednesday 13th April 10.30am – 11.30am (Free come & try session) Followed by Wednesday 20th April 10.30am – 11.30am (10 weeks)

Fee: $106.00 Concessions: $96.00 Friday: with Carole Friday 15th April 10.30am – 11.30am (Free come & try session) Followed by Friday 22nd April 10.30am – 11.30am (10 weeks)

Fee: $106.00 Concessions: $96.00

Outdoor/Indoor Exercise Circuit with Deb & Carole Fitness Instructors

from Manningham YMCA Manningham Council have installed new outdoor exercise equipment on the Ted Ajani Reserve. Our Fitness Instructors will introduce you to the use of the outdoor equipment in the fresh air and indoor work that will include weights exercises, floor work and a stretch and cooldown. An ideal class for those wanting to tone their body and improve bone and muscle strength. The outdoor component will be subject to good weather and on bad weather days classes will take place in the Activity Room at Living & Learning @ Ajani. Wear sunscreen, bring a hat, water bottle, yoga mat & hand towel. Mondays & Fridays.

Term 1 Monday: with Deb Monday 1st February 1.00pm – 2.00pm (Free come & try session) Followed by Monday 8th February 1.00pm – 2.00pm (6 weeks)


Friday: with Carole Friday 5th February 9.15am – 10.15am (Free come & try session) Followed by Friday 12th Febuary 1.00pm – 2.00pm (6 weeks)


Term 2 Monday: with Deb Monday 11th April 1.00pm – 2.00pm (Free come & try session) Followed by Monday 18th April 1.00pm – 2.00pm (8 weeks)

Fee: $84.00 Concessions: $77.00 Friday: with Carole Friday 15th April 9.15am – 10.15am (Free come & try session) Followed by Friday 22nd April 9.15am – 10.15am (10 weeks)

Fee: $106.00 Concessions: $96.00

Live Fit for Men with Mayur Jivanjee, Physiotherapist If you’d love to do more in the garden, play with your grandchildren for longer or vary your exercise routine, then join our exercise group for men over 50. Our fun class is led by an experienced physiotherapist and combines strength, fitness and balance training for men. Held in the Community Hall at Ajani Reserve.

Thursday 28th January 8.20am – 9.20 am (9 weeks)

Thursday 14th April 8.20am – 9.20am (11 weeks)


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Parents & ChildrenChildren’s room (with adjacent full kitchen facilities) is available for community use for parties of children under 5 and playgroup workshops. For more information and to book call 9850 3687.

Creative Capers for Kids - Thursday with Coralie SouvatzisThis is a supported playgroup for 1-4 year olds, together with their parent, grandparent or carer and younger siblings are welcome. Our playgroup is designed with the child in mind, with music, craft, story time and free play. Our qualified playgroup leader will provide the ideas and guide the activities at the playgroup. Your active participation is required but our leader is there to offer support. Come and join us!

Term 1 begins Thursday 28th January 10.15am – 12.15pm (9 weeks)


Term 2 begins Thursday 14th April 10.15am – 12.15pm (11 weeks)

Fee: $120.00 Concession: $109.00 (for all participating children & siblings)

PlaygroupsOur well-equipped, sunny playgroup room is available for new mums groups and playgroups to meet on a weekly basis. Facilities include an outdoor play area, new large sand pit and cubby house, toys, paints, craft equipment, play doh, dress ups, as well as tea/coffee making facilities for the parents. This is a great, hassle free way to get together with other parents while your children play. Please call to enquire about availability.

Term 1 begins Tuesday 2nd February

Term 2 begins Tuesday 12th April

Fees: $38.00 per term per family

Structured Playgroup - Wednesday Morning with Kay TurnerA new Wednesday playgroup for those wanting fun, structured activities for 1-4 year old children who attend with their parents, grandparents or carers. Each weekly session has a fun and engaging theme including nursery rhymes, interactive story time, an art/craft activity to work on together and time for imaginative play. This is a great opportunity to socialise with other parents, grandparents and children in a relaxed and supported environment. Siblings are welcome.

Wednesday 27th January 9.30am – 11.30am (9 weeks)




Structured Playgroup - Tuesday Morning with Marta Eppel

A new Tuesday playgroup for those wanting fun, structured activities for 1-2 year old children who attend with their parents, grandparents or carers. Each weekly session has a fun and engaging theme including interactive story time, an art/craft activity to work on together and time for imaginative play. This is a great opportunity to socialise with other parents, grandparents and children in a relaxed and supported environment. Siblings are welcome

Wednesday 2nd Febuary 9.30am – 11.30am (Free come & try session) Followed by Wednesday 9th February (7 weeks)




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MANNINGHAM COMMUNITY HEALTH – FREE PARENT PROGRAMS

Toddler Speech & Language Development with Maria Roubos, Speech Pathologist from Manningham

Community HealthCome along and find out more about toddler speech and language development and ways to help your toddler develop their skills. To support group learning, we prefer children do not attend this session.

Please phone 9850 3687 to book a place by Thursday 4th February as limited places are available

Tuesday 9th Febuary 6.00pm – 7.30pm

Fees: Free

Everyday Parenting with Alexandra Tait, Educational and

Developmental PsychologistCome along and learn skills and strategies for managing children’s difficult behaviour (children 0-12 years). These 2 workshops will be capped at a maximum of 10 parents attending and to support group learning, we prefer children do not attend this session.

Please phone 9850 3687 to book a place by Thursday 12th May as limited places are available

Wednesday 18th May & 25th May 1.00pm – 3.00pm

Fees: Free

How Can I Get My Child to Eat? With Karen Lovell, Dietician from

Manningham Community HealthJoin us to find out how to create happy meal times at your place. No more forcing them to eat their broccoli! Seriously, this approach works and is based on many years of research, so come and find out more. Individual appointments are also available. To support group learning, we prefer children do not attend this session.

Please phone 9850 3687 to book a place by Thursday 25th February as limited places are available.

Tuesday 1st March 6.00pm – 7.30pm

Fees: Free

Young People with a DisabilityAfternoon Social Program – Places Avaliable Now!Participate in social and recreational activities at Bulleen Heights School in a friendly atmosphere with high support attention. Contact us for further information on 9850 3687. This program is funded by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 3.10pm – 6.10pm

This program operates during school term only. No sessions Monday 14th March (Labour Day), 25th April 9Anzac Day), 13th June (Queen’s Birthday)

Fees: $25.00 per term (for 1 session per week).

Shake your Bon Bon with Kate Tempany A fun and social dance class for young people with a disability to develop co-ordination, recognise beat and rhythm, increase self-confidence & control of movement. Set to contemporary music, create and learn new routines that will get you out on the dance floor.

Term 1: Tuesday 2nd February 5.00pm – 6.00pm (8 weeks)

Term 2: Tuesday 12th April 5.00pm – 6.00pm (11 weeks)


General Toddler Development with Wendy Serre, Occupational Therapist

and Maria Roubos, Speech PathologistAreas such as speech, motor development, toilet training and play will be covered in this workshop. To support group learning, we prefer children do not attend this session.

Please phone 9850 3687 to book a place by Thursday 28th April as limited places are available

Wednesday 4th May 1.30pm – 3.00pm

Fees: Free

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Ajani Community Festival Saturday 19th March 11.00am – 3.00pm

Join us at Ted Ajani reserve for a fun day of;

•GiantGames(thinkgiantchessormonopoly)

•Backyardgames•FacePainting

•BadgeMaking•AnimalFarm

•Devonshireteas•Art/CraftMarket

Phone us on 9850 3687 if you would like to participate and book a table for the Art/Craft market.

Brought to you by the Ajani Community Hub which includes Living & Learning @ Ajani, Manningham Council, Doncare, Whitehorse Manningham Regional Libraries, Onemda, Manningham Community Health, Eastern Community Legal Services and Adult & Community Further Education.

NewCOMMUNITY HUB at AJANI AND CAFÉ – A new partnership initiative The Community Hub at Ajani brings together a range of services available within Manningham in one central location at Living and Learning at Ajani. Located closer to residents in Bulleen and Lower Templestowe, community members will be able to access information and services provided by Doncare, Manningham Community Health, Whitehorse and Manningham Libraries, Onemda, Eastern Community Legal Services and Manningham City Council.

Additional services and activities are provided by Tax Help, Maternal and Child Health and Patronato Service.

Come along on a Thursday between 9.30 am and 2.30 pm and enjoy a coffee and snack at the Community Hub at Ajani Café. Participants from the Onemda Leap program provide excellent service to customers while they continue to develop their hospitality skills. Cafe will be open in more days 2016!

We would like to meet you at the Community Hub at Ajani and encourage you to use the TWO for ONE voucher below to share a coffee or tea at the Café.

For more details, see the special pull out centrefold in this brochure.

Special Events

@ Ajani

communityHUB

CAFE

Ted Ajani Reserve 2/284 Thompsons Road, Lower Templestowe VIC 3107Phone: 9850 3687 Fax: 9850 3030

open every Thursday

Bring this voucher with you and enjoy your free coffee

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Let’s Talk Life – Diabetes Australia sessions Over 45? Expanding waistline? Need professional help to lose weight? You could be at high risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes and Stroke. Take action and prevent!

Enrol in a free Government funded life! program

For further information phone Kim Welch on 0413388783 or email [email protected]. Website: www.letstalklife.net.au

Bus trip to Woori Yallock for a “Day of Flowers & Fruit” Thursday 3rd March 2016Here it is - our bus trip for 2016! We will arrive at Rayner’s Orchard about 11.00am for a tractor tour around the farm, sampling different types of fruits in season along the way. A light lunch of gourmet pie/quiche and fresh farm salad will be ready at the café on our return. After lunch we board the bus and move on to the Blue Lotus Water Garden about 1.30pm where one of the garden gurus will give a talk about the garden and its’ amazing plants. You will be provided with a map of the garden and en-couraged to explore the thousands of lotus flowers, nursery and garden shop.Bus leaves from Ted Ajani Reserve Car Park at 9.15am sharp and returns to Ted Ajani Reserve Car Park at 5.00pm (approx.)

Cost: $49.00 includes bus fare, entrance fees to both places and lunch (please advise us when you book and pay if you have special dietary requirements).

Do you have a little spare time? Would you like to become our volunteer? Please call us on 9850 3687 for more information.

Sustainable GardeningVolunteers neededInterested in light gardening? Join our volunteer group that supports our Healthy Living Garden. Call 9850 3687 for more information.

Unit 2/284 Thompsons RoadLower Templestowe 3107

Located at Ajani Reserve on Thompsons Road in Lower Templestowe at the top of the stairs from the carpark.

Office Hours:Monday - Thursday9.30am - 4.30pmFriday9.00am - 1.00pm

Like us on Facebook at Living & Learning @ Ajani

Living & Learning @ Ajani Inc. (formerly Bulleen & Templestowe Community House) is grateful for the support and funding from Manningham City Council (MCC), the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development.

As a registered ACFE provider, some funding is received from the State Government of Victoria to conduct specified programs as a Learn Local education provider

phone. 9850 3687fax. 9850 3030email. [email protected] www.livelearnajani.org.au

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