
SHNC Course Guide


Info Session: Anxiety and Stress in Teens
Being the parent or carer of a teenager who refuses to go to school can be incredibly challenging, putting a strain on your relationship with them and on your family and home life. Facilitated by Katrina Gow, (nurse and school counsellor), this supportive session will...
Make a mosaic garden wall plaque or bee bowl: August 2023
Make a mosaic garden wall plaque or bee bowl with Andrea Hughes over THREE THURSDAY nights. On week one, you’ll select, cut and arrange your tiles, on week two, you’ll be using adhesive to glue them into place and on the final week you’ll grout your...
2023 Strength Training Classes
Strength training is particularly necessary when ageing as it helps with muscular mass reduction that decreases significantly after 50. Health experts advise that strengthening core muscles will improve balance that assists with reducing the risk of falls. Our...
2023 Strength Training – Thursday 9.30am
These classes are facilitated by YMCA instructors and focus on exercising core muscles using weights. If you are new to our Strength program, you must not enrol via the website until you have completed the YMCA Medical Clearance form with your Doctor. Please contact...
SHNC Volunteer Appreciation Event: 18 May 2023
Join us for afternoon tea, as we celebrate the amazing contributions of our volunteers. When: Thursday 18 May 2023 at 4:00pm Where: Chandler Room If you have any food intolerances, please notify our office via email: reception@surreyhillsnc.org.au...
Photo Craft with SnapFish
Over this 4 week workshop, you can learn how to create a range of different photographic products using your own photos, artwork and drawings. Perfect for unique and personalised gifts, albums or gallery displays at home.
Refugee Week 2023: Community Conversation
Join the Surrey Hills Community as we come together to hear important stories and celebrate positive contributions made by refugees to Australian society. Our Neighbourhood Centre has long supported the important work of the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC), which...
FREE Online Safety presentations for Seniors
Learn how keep safer online and to use technology with confidence. Hosted by the eSafety Commissioner and livestreamed at our Centre, join our FREE online presentations to develop your digital skills. ‘Be Connected’ presentations cover a range of topics...
Bike Maintenance and Skills Workshop: 8 June, 6 – 8.30pm
A small, hands-on workshop teaching you important bike maintenance and skills run by Boroondara Council Book here: Hands on bike maintenance – Surrey Hills | City of Boroondara Cost: $21.60 $10.80 concession Session topics include: General maintenance...
2023 Craft-ernoon
Meet other Mums who want some time out to work on their latest creative project in the company of other women. Come along and meet locals with a similar interest and enjoy afternoon tea as you craft away together. This group meets on the first Sunday of each month Our...
Watercolour Painting Classes
These classes are an introduction to the medium of watercolour paint, and explores various techniques to create that perfect painting. We have two classes to choose from by clicking on the choices listed below. Wednesday 10am Wednesday 1pm (combination of watercolour...
2023 Wednesday women on wheels – medium paced
Enjoy different great ride each week with other bike enthusiasts. If you’re new to this group, please contact our office first to check availability and complete required forms. This group runs each week on Wednesday.
2023 Monday Bike Riding in Company – Easy
A group designed at a slower pace. New participants to contact the leader. The meeting place for the ride is emailed each week. Encouraged to register through Bicycle Victoria and explore insurance options through RACV. If you’re new to this group, please...
2023 Table Tennis Monday
Monday’s 7.30pm – 9pm Join a friendly group of people who meet socially each week to play table tennis. You don’t have to be a table tennis star to have fun while meeting people from your neighbourhood! All abilities and ages welcome. Our SHNC...
2023 Stitch and Chat
Bring your sewing and enjoy making new friends. Afternoon tea provided by members on a rotating basis. 2nd and 4th Monday each month (during school term), 1.30pm – 3.30pm Our SHNC Special Interest Card allows you to pre-purchase 5 or 10 sessions to attend Stitch...
2023 Men’s Discussion Group
This engaging group gets together fortnightly to share views about current events or other topics over morning tea. It’s a discussion group in a safe place where men meet and listen to other men, and share their knowledge and experiences. This initiative aims to...2023 Blokes in the Kitchen
Blokes in the Kitchen is a great way for men to learn some simple easy-to-cook-at-home recipes in the company of other men. Come along and learn to cook under the guidance of chef Shawn and then share a meal and some great conversation together. This is a friendly...
2023 Laughter Club
Laughter is a celebration of the human spirit. Practice fun-filled exercises that help improve the mind, body and spirit.