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This Community Events page lists upcoming Defence community events. If you cannot find a point of contact for the any of the events listed, and wish to ask a question, contact the nearest DCO Office to that event for contact details. If you would like to list a Defence community event on this webpage, please send an email to DCO Feedback.
For a list of Community Groups, such as Defence houses on bases, or coffee mornings, then please see the Community Groups page.
Select your state or territory below for a list of upcoming Defence community events. Please note only some events are listed. Please contact your local DCO office to find out what's on in your area.
Index
Australian Capital Territory
Upcoming Events
Welcome Expo - 18 February 2012
Fore more information, download the Flyer (PDF,139K)
New South Wales
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Sydney
DCO Sydney will be holding 'Defence Families Coffee Groups.' These groups are for partners who are isolated, may be new to Sydney, have partners on deployment or who wish to link up with other partners.
Inner West/Ryde/Epping
Meet the first Thursday of every month
Venue: Eden Gardens Nth Ryde
Please contact DCO Sydney 02 9393 3314.
If you would like to join a `Defence Families Coffee Group' in Sutherland, Eastern Suburbs, Northern Beaches & Northern Suburbs, please phone 02 9393 3314 or email DCO.SydneyFunctions@defence.gov.au with your name, contact details, address and ages of children attending function.
KISSINGPOINT COTTAGE
282 Kissingpoint Rd
DUNDAS NSW 2117
Ph/Fx: 02 9874 4052
Mob: 0405 266 454
Email: kissingpoint@people.net.au
First half of the year there is a Self Defence Course.
During Craft we will be doing a Cake Decorating Course - Daters to be advised.
Each term we hold Raffles
Raising Kids That Cope - 20 February 2012
For more information, download the Flyer ( PDF,469K)
Liverpool
Upcoming Events / Resources
For more information on upcoming workshops/ information sessions and resources, download the following Flyers.
Communications Resource Room (PDF,790k)
Liverpool Community Events Calendar
Parenting Program for Dads - Oct - Dec 2011
For more information, download the Flyer ( Word, 76k)
Richmond
Defence Spouses Coffee-Dinner-Catch Up
For more information, download the Flyer (Word,77k)
KISSINGPOINT COTTAGE
282 Kissingpoint Rd
DUNDAS NSW 2117
Ph/Fx: 02 9874 4052
Mob: 0405 266 454
Email: kissingpoint@people.net.au
First half of the year there is a Self Defence Course.
During Craft we will be doing a Cake Decorating Course - Daters to be advised.
Each term we hold Raffles
Outside Sydney Area
Hunter Area - Williamtown and Singleton
Community
Events Calendar - February 2012(Word,56k)
Welcome Events - February 2012
DCO Hunter invites you to attend any of the following Meet and Greet opportunities in February 2012.
Nowra
Tamworth
Wagga
DCO Wagga Bulletin - Dec 2011- Jan 2012 (PDF,384k)
Blamey
Community Group Upcoming Events,
Yardsale (Word,304k)
Blamey Community Group Calendar and Newsletter - February 2012
Learning Circles
- 23 February 2012
For more information, download the Flyer (Word,104k)
Northern Territory
Darwin
Welcome Events - 2012
Event : Welcome to Darwin Family Day and Community Services Expo
Date : 26th February 2012
Time : 10am – 2pm
Where : Palmerston Recreation Centre
Contact : DCO (08) 8935 7900
Tindal
Queensland
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Brisbane/Enogerra
To view the latest Brisbane Bulletin, go to the link below
Brisbane Bulletin - October 2011 (PDF,940k)
Canungra
Cairns/Manoora
Welcome Events - 2012
Cairns Expo for Defence Families
Date: Saturday 18th February 2012
Time: 10am - 4pm
Where: HMAS, Draper Street, Cairns
Contact: DCO (07) 4053 9300
RAAF Amberley
Townsville
Blue Skies Preschool & Kindergarten
Blue Skies is situated on RAAF Base Townsville and accepts enrolments from both Defence and Civilian families. The Centre has close ties with Base facilities which offers exciting extensions to our program.
Blue Skies operates Monday to Friday 9.00am –2.30pm according to Education Queensland School Terms. We operate 2 pre-prep programs which caters for children who turn 4 by 30th June of their pre-prep year.
Further information regarding the picnic in the park can be obtained by phoning 4752 1153 or you can email us at blueskies@hotkey.net.au
Gone Troppo - Jan - Feb 2012 (PDF,2.16MB)
Darling Downs
Bush Telegraph - February 2012 (PDF,3.56MB)
South Australia
DCO South Australia bulletin - February - March 2012 ( PDF,1.44Mb)
Tasmania
Victoria
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Melbourne / RAAF Williams / Macleod
DCO Melbourne Welcome 2012
DCO Melbourne Welcome 2012 will be held on Sunday 26 February at Melbourne Museum from 10am to 1pm. RSVP by 8 February. Reservations are essential so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Please contact DCO Melbourne on 03 9282 3028 or dco.melbourne@defence.gov.au for details.
For more information and to RSVP, please download the following Flyers.
2012 Welcome Information(Word,128k) and 2012 Welcome RSVP(Word,31k)
Williams Defence Community House
12 Sir Richard Williams Avenue
RAAF Williams, Laverton VIC 3027
Phone: 03 9369 1916
Craft (child minding available) - Monday during school term 9:30am to 12:00pm
Scrapbooking - Tuesday 9:30am to 12:00pm
Meditiation - Tuesday 12:10 to 12:50pm
Quilt 'N' Craft - Tuesday during school term 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Bookclub - Wednesday (3rd of each Month) 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Wippa Snappa's Playgroup - Thursday and Friday 9:30am to 11:30am Cost: $2 plus yearly insurance to Playgroup Victoria
Children's Sewing - Fridays during school term 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Saturday Craft - Saturday (2nd weekend of each month) 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Patches of Friendship - Saturday (3rd weekend of each month) 10:00am to 3:00pm
For enquires or bookings to any of the above please contact the House Coordinator on (03)9369 1916
HMAS Cerberus
Welcome Event - 13 February 2012.
For more information, download the Flyer (PDF,26K)
Puckapunyal
2012 Puckapunyal Family Welcome and Information Expo.
DCO Puckapunyal is pleased to announce that the 2012 Puckapunyal Family Welcome and Information Expo.
When:Sunday 26th February 2012
Time:11am - 2pm
Where:Area Theatre
There will be plenty of activities, informative displays and fun to be had by all. We hope to see you there!
Albury Wodonga
Come along and bring any craft item you are working on. Relax and enjoy the company of others. Or just bring a smile and watch what is happening, you might get some ideas and help from the group. Some equipment and materials available for use. Childcare available (bookings essential) $2 per child / $5 per family
TUESDAYS 1:15pm - 3:15pm $3 per session
& 7:00pm - 10:00pm $3 per session
Patchwork & Scrapbooking Social Group
Bring along your latest project or drag out one of those unfinished ones and bring them along. Chat and have coffee whilst having some uninterrupted craft time. Beginner’s welcome!
THURSDAY 9:30am - 12:30pm $3 per session
Yoga For Beginners
Yoga tones and firms the body, improves metabolic function, teaches breathing techniques and clears the mind. It will strengthen and relax your muscles, improve posture and muscle tone and help you look and feel great. Wear loose comfortable clothing.
Please phone the centre to reserve your spot.
WEDNESDAYS 6:30pm - 8:15pm $8 per session
Expressions Of Interest
The following are a selection of courses that we are looking to hold this term. If you are interested in attending any of the following please contact the House.
Course dates and costs TBA
Belly dancing, Financial Planning
Bandiana Neighbourhood House
P O Box 42 , Wattle Road
Bandiana Vic 3694
Phone & Fax (02) 60552137
Email: bandiana@rm.quik.com.au
Albury Wodonga News Sheet - Jan- Feb 2012
For more information, download the News Sheet (PDF,319k)
East Sale
Welcome Event - 2012
DCO Welcome Morning Tea
- 14 Feb 2012
DCO East Sale wish to invite all members and their families, to attend a Welcome Morning Tea. If you have been living in Sale, you are also welcome to come along to support and welcome new members to our community.
For more information, download the Flyer ( PDF,144k)
Western Australia
DCO WA Bulletin - Issue 1 - Spring 2011 (PDF,232K)
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