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Our carer events let you focus on your wellbeing.

In-Person and Online Carers Events

It’s amazing the difference a day out can make! Our carer events let you focus on your wellbeing and escape from your day-to-day routine.

We offer a variety of in-person and online events. Choose to learn new skills, get the kids involved or simply focus on your mind, body and spirit.

You’ll see some online activities require equipment. But don’t worry, we have you covered. We will deliver any goodies required to complete the activity straight to your front door.

Please note: you’ll need to have a computer or smart device with internet access to join our online classes.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 3 June 2025, 9:30am - 11:00am

Dementia friendly garden group: Ballarat

Come and join us for a fun morning meeting carers of people with dementia in your area and using your green thumb in the garden!

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 3 June 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Bunnings Craft Workshops: Scoresby

Spend quality leisure time together and meet others in similar caring roles in this monthly craft workshop. This workshop is for carers of someone with dementia or aged care needs, and the person they care for.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 3 June 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group: Inner East

Come and be a part of our warm and welcoming monthly peer-led support group for carers of loved ones with a mental illness. Enjoy a coffee and a friendly chat, share valuable information, meet service providers, and make new friends in a supportive environment.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 3 June 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly craft and coffee: Shepparton

Come and join us for a relaxed morning to meet others in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Online Event

Tue 3 June 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Wed 4 June 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly boccia and chat: Geelong

Come and join us for a morning game of boccia to meet other carers in your area.

Metro Event

Wed 4 June 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Carers lunch at Farm Vigano: South Morang

Join us for an authentic Italian experience and dine on a selection of antipasti, pizza, small plates, meat dishes and cannoli.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 5 June 2025, 9:45am - 11:15am

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group peer-led by Paul and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 5 June 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dementia friendly croquet and coffee: Wangaratta

Come and join us for a relaxed afternoon to meet carers in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Sat 7 June 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Partners Support Group

A monthly peer support group for people who care for a partner with mental health issues. The group offers time out for carers to relax in a safe and friendly environment, information sharing and social connection along with occasional day trips/lunch outings.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 10 June 2025, 9:30am - 11:00am

Dementia friendly garden group: Ballarat

Come and join us for a fun morning meeting carers of people with dementia in your area and using your green thumb in the garden!

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 10 June 2025, 9:45am - 11:45am

No Brush Art Class: Bundoora

Connect with others from your local area while enjoying a No Brush Art class. No art experience needed, just come and release your creativity in new ways in a relaxed and fun environment. 

Online Event

Tue 10 June 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 11 June 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Jewellery making at The Whimsical Bead: Healesville

Join Dani at The Whimsical Bead where you will be guided through creating your own jewellery with beads, gemstones and your choice of findings. After learning the basic techniques, you will let loose to design your own jewellery piece/s to take home.

Regional Event

Wed 11 June 2025, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Winter Warmer Beginner Belly Dancing Class: Bendigo

Warm up your body and have fun during the chilly months with this beginner belly dance class! No experience necessary and no fancy gym clothes needed! Just turn up and learn how to shimmy and shake with no pressure. All body shapes welcome, just bring your curiosity. Alicia from Kashmir Belly Dance will guide us through a warmup and easy dance moves with modern and world music. Delicious Middle Eastern lunch and tea/coffee provided.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 12 June 2025, 9:45am - 11:15am

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group peer-led by Paul and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Metro Event

Thu 12 June 2025, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Dinner at the Moroccan Soup Bar: North Melbourne

This restaurant is an institution in middle eastern, vegetarian cuisine. The website proudly states, “you will feel all your senses stimulated, and your hunger satisfied”. Come and enjoy the company of other carers whilst a gourmet banquet awaits.

Metro Event

Fri 13 June 2025, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Mystery movie and light lunch: Balwyn

Escape for a short while into the world of movies! Join us for a mystery movie (to be advised closer to the date) followed by a light lunch of sandwiches, cake and coffee and the opportunity to chat and review the movie.

Regional Event

Sat 14 June 2025, 12:30pm - 3:30pm

Candle-Making Workshop: Geelong

Disconnect from devices and connect with something real. Come and join us at Brush and Bubbles where you learn the steps involved to create your very own fragrant candle, whilst enjoying the company of other carers.

Metro Event

Sat 14 June 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Golf at the driving range: Vermont South

Perfect for golfers and non-golfers alike, Toptracer technology at the Morack Public Golf driving range allows you to practice or play to your heart’s content. Join us for this relaxed event with refreshments to be enjoyed together in the clubhouse afterwards.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Mon 16 June 2025, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Craft and coffee: Werribee

Come and connect with others from your local area, enjoy a delicious morning tea from Café QB and try the craft activity on offer.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 17 June 2025, 9:30am - 11:00am

Dementia friendly garden group: Ballarat

Come and join us for a fun morning meeting carers of people with dementia in your area and using your green thumb in the garden!

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 17 June 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly craft and coffee: Shepparton

Come and join us for a relaxed morning to meet others in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Metro Event

Tue 17 June 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Carers lunch at Hunter and Barrel: Ringwood

Join us and feast on a warm, hearty two-course lunch inspired by age-old cooking techniques.

Online Event

Tue 17 June 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Regional Event

Wed 18 June 2025, 10:00am - 1:30pm

Pottery Class: Bacchus Marsh

Talented ceramicist Joanne Linsdell will guide you to make two pottery creations, with a variety of examples on hand for inspiration. Pottery will be glazed after the event with a catch-up cuppa to follow. Your creations can be picked up one month later (date TBC). Pottery class, lunch and tea/coffee included.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 19 June 2025, 9:45am - 11:15am

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group peer-led by Paul and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 19 June 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dementia friendly croquet and coffee: Wangaratta

Come and join us for a relaxed afternoon to meet carers in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Metro Event

Fri 20 June 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Lunch at DiVino: Dixons Creek

Join us for a two-course meal at DiVino, a contemporary farm-to-table Italian restaurant in the Yarra Valley Ranges.

Metro Event

Mon 23 June 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Live Safe self-defence workshop: Preston

Live Safe programs provide participants with simple, effective and easy to implement personal safety strategies and self-defence techniques to keep them safer and more empowered.
Carers will first learn about avoidance and prevention strategies, and then basic self-defence techniques. Sessions are fun, friendly and conducted in a safe environment.

Online Event

Tue 24 June 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Regional Event

Wed 25 June 2025, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Monthly Crafty Cinema: Armstrong Creek

Join us on the last Wednesday of each month for coffee and cake at a local café before we head over to Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library, to watch a classic feel-good movie while we craft away in collective co-existence. Bring along whatever current craft you’re working on, whether you are stitching, crocheting, knitting or journalling. There will be plenty of space to work while you enjoy a cult film classic. BYO snacks/drinks to have while you work.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Wed 25 June 2025, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Women’s Mosaic Group (Waitlist)

Join this women’s group facilitated by peer leader Pam, to learn new or brush up on creative skills and make new friends.

Online Event

Wed 25 June 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Book Club Online

Each month we will read a book, then get together for a casual chat on Zoom.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 26 June 2025, 9:45am - 11:15am

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group peer-led by Paul and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Regional Event

Thu 26 June 2025, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Lunch at Lady Bay Resort: Warnambool

Sometimes it can feel like you’re on your own in your caring role. Come and meet other carers in your area and make new connections over a relaxed lunch at Lady Bay Resort restaurant.

Regional Event

Fri 27 June 2025, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Pamper Session: Colac

Enjoy some pampering at Adore Skin and Body Therapy, where you can indulge in a 60-minute relaxation massage, followed by light refreshments.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Fri 27 June 2025, 9:30am - 11:00am

Community Centre Gardening: Noble Park

Come along and connect with others from your local area at the Noble Park Community Centre garden. Join the volunteers with garden activities or just relax over a coffee and morning tea. No gardening experience needed.

Metro Event

Fri 27 June 2025, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Book club: Boronia

In the historic Millers Homestead, each month we will read a book, then get together for a casual chat over a cuppa. Carers can procure their books from their local libraries or bookstores

Metro Event

Mon 30 June 2025, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Lunch at Rosana Bistro and Bar: Werribee

Come and meet other carers in your area and make new connections over a relaxed set two-course lunch at the Rosana Bistro and Bar.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 1 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly craft and coffee: Shepparton

Come and join us for a relaxed morning to meet others in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 1 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group (Inner East)

Join this monthly peer-led support group for carers of a loved one with mental illness. Have a coffee and chat, meet service providers and make new friends.

Online Event

Tue 1 July 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Wed 2 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly boccia and chat: Geelong

Come and join us for a morning game of boccia to meet other carers in your area.

Regional Event

Wed 2 July 2025, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Sound healing with salt therapy: Geelong

Join us and relax for the perfect nurturing ritual, salt therapy, at Mind Body Salt, Geelong.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 3 July 2025, 9:45am - 11:15am

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group peer-led by Paul and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 3 July 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Bunnings Craft Workshops for carers: Scoresby

Spend quality leisure time together and meet others in similar caring roles in this monthly craft workshop. This workshop is for carers of someone with dementia or aged care needs, and the person they care for.

Regional Event

Fri 4 July 2025, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Fyansford Hotel lunch: Fyansford

Enjoy an old-fashioned pub meal at the Fyansford Hotel, which was built in 1855 and is the only remaining pub in Fyansford.

Regional Event

Fri 4 July 2025, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Family friendly boot scooting class: Castlemaine

Saddle up with Country Struts Boot Scooting! Beginner line dancing classes that’ll make you a giggle whether you’re a first-timer or seasoned pro!

Carer & Support Groups Event

Sat 5 July 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Partners Support Group

A monthly peer support group for people who care for a partner with mental health issues. The group offers time out for carers to relax in a safe and friendly environment, information sharing and social connection along with occasional day trips/lunch outings.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Mon 7 July 2025, 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group: Outer East

Be a part of our heartfelt Mental Health Carer Support Group, led by Kathy Collet. With her lived experience as a carer and her professional background as a carer consultant in Eastern Health’s Mental Health program, Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge, resources, and support to carers and families.

Online Event

Wed 9 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Caring for yourself workshop

If you’d like to improve your wellbeing but find it difficult to take time out from your caring role, we encourage you to join us to take the first step towards self-care.

Young Carers Event

Thu 10 July 2025, 10:00am - 10:30am

Movie Fun: Chirnside Park

Join us for some winter movie fun (movie to be advised closer to the date).

Young Carers Event

Fri 11 July 2025, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Paint a Pot and Pizza: Fountain Gate

Come to Paint a Pot to paint your own pottery piece, followed by some delicious pizza you can make yourself!

Metro Event

Mon 14 July 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Ageing independently seminar: Ringwood

Learn how My Aged Care can help people over 65 stay independent and in their own homes for longer, and why it’s important to register early.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 15 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly craft and coffee: Shepparton

Come and join us for a relaxed morning to meet others in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Metro Event

Wed 16 July 2025, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Christmas in July: Olinda

If you love the festive season and can’t wait until December, then join us for Christmas in July and indulge in the traditional Christmas lunch and everything that makes the season delicious!

Young Carers Event

Thu 17 July 2025, 12:30pm - 3:00pm

CubeTown: Glen Waverley

Step inside a series of electronic game rooms which each test different skills and strengths in the most fun and adrenaline pumping ways.

Online Event

Thu 17 July 2025, 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Special disability trusts seminar

In this seminar Allen Swan, a lawyer from Estate Planning Equation, will discuss planning for your loved one’s future.

Metro Event

Fri 18 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Old Treasury Building tour: Melbourne

Join us for a guided tour of the Old Treasury Building, which will showcase the exhibitions, including the beautiful building itself.

Regional Event

Fri 18 July 2025, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Brown Hill Hotel dinner and trivia: Ballarat

Enjoy trivia and a fun night out! Join other carers for a delicious pub meal then get the little grey cells going with Trivia hosted by Chase at The Brown Hill Hotel, Ballarat.

Online Event

Tue 22 July 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Regional Event

Wed 23 July 2025, 11:00am - 1:30pm

Japanese fabric art-kinusaiga class: Bacchus Marsh

Maria from Laneway Learning will guide your in Japanese fabric art-kinusaiga. It’s part collage, part applique, part patchwork, but requires no sewing!

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 24 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Fri 25 July 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Murrindindi Carers Coffee Group

Take the opportunity to attend a lovely morning tea where carers can connect with others in similar roles. Enjoy a relaxed setting, learn about local services and supports available to you, and build meaningful connections.

Metro Event

Sun 27 July 2025, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Fuji Teppanyaki lunch: Moonee Ponds

Located in the heart of Moonee Ponds, Fuji Teppanyaki is more than just a dining experience. Enjoy high-quality, Japanese-style, fresh seafood and quality meats cooked by our expert Master Chefs right at your table.

Metro Event

Mon 28 July 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Waves on the Beach carers lunch: Frankston

Hidden away on the beach with stunning waterfront views over Port Philip Bay, Waves on the Beach offers an amazingly picturesque dining experience.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 29 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Dementia friendly craft and coffee: Shepparton

Come and join us for a relaxed morning to meet others in your area and spend some enjoyable time together.

Online Event

Tue 29 July 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Wed 30 July 2025, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Women’s Mosaic Group (Waitlist)

Join this women’s group facilitated by peer leader Pam, to learn new or brush up on creative skills and make new friends.

Online Event

Wed 30 July 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Book Club Online

Each month we will read a book, then get together for a casual chat on Zoom.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 31 July 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Metro Event

Fri 1 August 2025, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Rivers of Yarrambat lunch: Yarrambat

Spend two luxe hours enjoying a delicious main meal and decadent dessert served with a barista made tea or coffee of your choice, at Rivers of Yarrambat.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Sat 2 August 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Partners Support Group

A monthly peer support group for people who care for a partner with mental health issues. The group offers time out for carers to relax in a safe and friendly environment, information sharing and social connection along with occasional day trips/lunch outings.

Regional Event

Sat 2 August 2025, 6:00pm - 9:30pm

Wil Anderson comedy show: Ballarat

Join us for chats & mocktails at Craig’s Hotel then head over the road for a hearty laugh with Australia’s favourite raconteur Will Anderson.

Metro Event

Mon 4 August 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

MANIAX axe throwing: Knox

Axe throwing is the perfect blend of competition and camaraderie. It is safe and fun and let’s your inner-Viking shine.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Mon 4 August 2025, 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group: Outer East

Be a part of our heartfelt Mental Health Carer Support Group, led by Kathy Collet. With her lived experience as a carer and her professional background as a carer consultant in Eastern Health’s Mental Health program, Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge, resources, and support to carers and families.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 5 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group (Inner East)

Join this monthly peer-led support group for carers of a loved one with mental illness. Have a coffee and chat, meet service providers and make new friends.

Online Event

Tue 5 August 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 6 August 2025, 10:00am - 12:30pm

The Australian Ballet School: Nunawading

The Australian Ballet School presents this mixed program of works celebrating the art of ballet from uplifting contemporary to the beautifully traditional.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 7 August 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Bunnings Craft Workshops for carers: Scoresby

Spend quality leisure time together and meet others in similar caring roles in this monthly craft workshop. This workshop is for carers of someone with dementia or aged care needs, and the person they care for.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 7 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Metro Event

Fri 8 August 2025, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Hahndorf’s and handicrafts: Montrose

Come and get cosy with a hot chocolate at Hahndorf’s this winter! Bring your current knitting/crochet or embroidery project to enjoy while chatting over good chocolate.

Metro Event

Mon 11 August 2025, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Cashmere Cat Café: Melbourne

Calling all animal lovers! Providing a cat-filled paradise, this unique experience offers the opportunity to interact with over 25 cats and kittens under one roof. Relax and get to know the “cat-ployees”.

Online Event

Tue 12 August 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 13 August 2025, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Sun Theatre: Yarraville

Join us for a mystery movie (and popcorn) at the historic art deco cinema “The Sun” in Yarraville. After the movie, take a stroll through the Sun Bookshop before heading home.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 14 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Metro Event

Fri 15 August 2025, 11:00am - 1:00pm

VicPol Disability Liaison Officer info session: Croydon

VicPol Disability Liaison Officers (DLOs) are police officers who support the disability community to better access police services and are trained to understand the issues relevant to the disability community.

Regional Event

Mon 18 August 2025, 12:00pm - 18 September 2025, 2:30pm

Lakeview Hotel lunch: Bendigo

Join other carers for a delicious lunch at the Lakeview Hotel Bendigo. Main meal, entree or dessert and non-alcoholic drink provided.

Online Event

Tue 19 August 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 20 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Symbol stones workshop: Upwey

Using air dry clay and paints, craft your own unique symbol stones to carry in your pocket when you need to be reminded of what matters most.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 21 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Metro Event

Thu 21 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Chocolate factory tour and tasting: Brunswick

Join us at Ratio Cocoa Roasters for a behind the scenes factory tour and learn about their 10 step chocolate making process. Naturally this includes chocolate tasting and a chance to socialise in the cafe afterwards.

Metro Event

Fri 22 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Focus board workshop: Ashburton

Join us for this hands-on workshop which will guide you in visually mapping out your goals for the next 12 months.

Online Event

Tue 26 August 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Wed 27 August 2025, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Women’s Mosaic Group (Waitlist)

Join this women’s group facilitated by peer leader Pam, to learn new or brush up on creative skills and make new friends.

Online Event

Wed 27 August 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Book Club Online

Each month we will read a book, then get together for a casual chat on Zoom.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 28 August 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Fri 29 August 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Murrindindi Carers Coffee Group

Take the opportunity to attend a lovely morning tea where carers can connect with others in similar roles. Enjoy a relaxed setting, learn about local services and supports available to you, and build meaningful connections.

Metro Event

Fri 29 August 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

A Cut Above Bar and Grill carers lunch: Berwick

A Cut Above is a restaurant in Berwick that brings sophisticated yet casual, inner-city dining to the suburbs. Come and indulge in their 2-course lunch and enjoy the company of other carers.

Regional Event

Fri 29 August 2025, 6:30pm - 10:00pm

Women of Wit comedy show and dinner: Bendigo

Relax over a social dinner with other carers at the Rifle Brigade Hotel followed by a good laugh at the Women of Wit Comedy Show.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Mon 1 September 2025, 7:30pm - 9:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group: Outer East

Be a part of our heartfelt Mental Health Carer Support Group, led by Kathy Collet. With her lived experience as a carer and her professional background as a carer consultant in Eastern Health’s Mental Health program, Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge, resources, and support to carers and families.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Tue 2 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Mental Health Carers Support Group (Inner East)

Join this monthly peer-led support group for carers of a loved one with mental illness. Have a coffee and chat, meet service providers and make new friends.

Online Event

Tue 2 September 2025, 11:00am - 12:15pm

DIY organic shower products

Learn how to make a batch of aromatherapy shower steamers and turn your shower into an aromatherapy spa!

Online Event

Tue 2 September 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 3 September 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Okami Japanese dinner: Greensborough

Okami Japanese Restaurant is a pioneer in bringing Japanese style All You Can Eat into Australia. Every dish at OKAMI is freshly made to order from the menu with 45+ options.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 4 September 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Bunnings Craft Workshops for carers: Scoresby

Spend quality leisure time together and meet others in similar caring roles in this monthly craft workshop. This workshop is for carers of someone with dementia or aged care needs, and the person they care for.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 4 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Online Event

Thu 4 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:45pm

Watercolour painting for beginner’s

Join us online in this Watercolour painting class for beginners, where vibrant colours, humming sounds and watercolour fun are the heroes.

Online Event

Fri 5 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Art journaling online

Join Jess for three enriching weeks of Nature Journaling at the beautiful Emerald Lake Park! Each week, we’ll take a gentle walk to draw inspiration from nature, enhancing our observation and wonder-seeking skills as we draw and journal outside.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Sat 6 September 2025, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Partners Support Group

A monthly peer support group for people who care for a partner with mental health issues. The group offers time out for carers to relax in a safe and friendly environment, information sharing and social connection along with occasional day trips/lunch outings.

Regional Event

Sat 6 September 2025, 5:40pm - 9:30pm

Aradale Asylum ghost tour: Ararat

Enjoy a social dinner at Sicilians restaurant in Ararat then explore exclusive parts of Australia’s largest abandoned lunatic asylum.

Online Event

Tue 9 September 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 10 September 2025, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Special disability trusts seminar: Ringwood

Adults with disabilities can be vulnerable to exploitation. This seminar will discuss planning for your loved one’s future.

Metro Event

Wed 10 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

Lino printing workshop: Frankston

Carve out some time for yourself and delve into the world of Lino Printing. Learn to make a lino stamp and A5 print.

Regional Event

Wed 10 September 2025, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Sound healing with salt therapy: Geelong

Join us and relax for the perfect nurturing ritual, salt therapy, at Mind Body Salt, Geelong.

Regional Event

Wed 10 September 2025, 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Sound healing with salt therapy: Geelong

Join us and relax for the perfect nurturing ritual, salt therapy, at Mind Body Salt, Geelong.

Regional Event

Thu 11 September 2025, 10:15am - 1:00pm

Morning tea and Downton Abbey 3: Maryborough

Join other carers for a relaxed morning tea at Bird on a wire café before heading to the premier of Downton Abbey 3.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 11 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Online Event

Fri 12 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Art journaling online

Join Jess for three enriching weeks of Nature Journaling at the beautiful Emerald Lake Park! Each week, we’ll take a gentle walk to draw inspiration from nature, enhancing our observation and wonder-seeking skills as we draw and journal outside.

Metro Event

Fri 12 September 2025, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Sanctuary Lakes Hotel lunch: Point Cook

Come and meet other carers in your area and make new connections over a relaxed Buffet lunch at the Sanctuary Lakes Hotel, Point Cook

Regional Event

Sat 13 September 2025, 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Fook Shing chinese lunch: Kyneton

Join other carers at the supreme Chinese restaurant Fook Shing in Kyneton with its stylish décor and delicious food.

Metro Event

Mon 15 September 2025, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Mystery movie morning: Northcote

Disappear into the world of movies.

Online Event

Tue 16 September 2025, 7:10pm - 8:00pm

Weekly Evening Relaxation

Make time for you once a week to wind down and relax with meditation facilitator Barbara.

Metro Event

Wed 17 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:30pm

French Impressionism at NGV: Melbourne

Join other carers at NGV for coffee and cake before exploring the hallmarks of French Impressionism: distinctive brushwork, vivid use of colour, and innovative viewpoints.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Thu 18 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Carers Exercise Group (Waitlist)

Join this diverse group and facilitated by a qualified fitness trainer, to get your body moving and de-stress your mind. Carers are invited to stay for coffee and a chat after the exercise session.

Regional Event

Thu 18 September 2025, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Wool Museum tour and lunch: Geelong

Join us at the Geelong Wool Museum, where we will explore Wadawurrung Country, learn about the development of the wool industry in Geelong and compare historical and contemporary technologies.

Metro Event

Thu 18 September 2025, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Tesselaar Tulip Festival: Silvan

The Tesselaar Tulip Festival provides an opportunity to wander through tulip fields boasting over one million flowering bulbs. There is entertainment, market stalls, tractor rides and more. A day out not to be missed!

Carer & Support Groups Event

Fri 19 September 2025, 10:00am - 11:30am

Murrindindi Carers Coffee Group

Take the opportunity to attend a lovely morning tea where carers can connect with others in similar roles. Enjoy a relaxed setting, learn about local services and supports available to you, and build meaningful connections.

Online Event

Fri 19 September 2025, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Art journaling online

Join Jess for three enriching weeks of Nature Journaling at the beautiful Emerald Lake Park! Each week, we’ll take a gentle walk to draw inspiration from nature, enhancing our observation and wonder-seeking skills as we draw and journal outside.

Metro Event

Tue 23 September 2025, 5:00pm - 9:00pm

The Project live TV audience: South Yarra

The Project remains a preferred platform for celebrities, leaders and every-day Australians to discuss the topics that have the whole country talking. Join The Project’s live audience and enjoy a casual light dinner after.

Carer & Support Groups Event

Wed 24 September 2025, 10:30am - 1:00pm

Women’s Mosaic Group (Waitlist)

Join this women’s group facilitated by peer leader Pam, to learn new or brush up on creative skills and make new friends.

Regional Event

Wed 24 September 2025, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Conlan’s Wine Store lunch: Port Fairy

Enjoy a relaxed lunch amongst the company of other carers, at Conlans Wine Store, Port Fairy.

Regional Event

Wed 24 September 2025, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Fusion Restaurant lunch: Colac

Enjoy a relaxed lunch amongst the company of other carers, at Fusion Restaurant, Colac.

Online Event

Wed 24 September 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Book Club Online

Each month we will read a book, then get together for a casual chat on Zoom.

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