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Community Events
Defence Community Organisation

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.


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Australian Capital Territory

Tri-Service In Defence of Parenting -- Oct-Nov 2009

To find out more, download the Flyer (PDF,188k)

DCO Canberra Coffee Club -- Dates for 2009 ( PDF, 149KB)


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New South Wales

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Sydney

DCO Sydney - Coffee Invitation

Due to the large geographical spread of the DCO Sydney area, we have decided to divide Sydney into various regions .  We have concentrated on the Sutherland Shire with our coffee morning invitation. 

To view the Coffee Invitation, please click on the following link.

Coffee Invitation , (PDF, 199KB)

Welcome to Sydney Function -- 2 Feb 2010

For more information, download the Flyer ( Word, 11k )

Liverpool

Richmond

 

Outside Sydney Area

Williamtown

Singleton

Nowra

Wagga

Farewell in the Park -- 14 November 2009

For more information , download the Flyer ( Word, 48k)


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Northern Territory

Darwin

RAAF Base Darwin - Starlight Cinema - Sept / Oct 2009 Program

For more information, download the Flyer (Word, 345k)

Monday Evening Munchies-- For more information, download the Flyer (PDF, 77k )

To view the latest Deployment Support Newsletter --Keeping in Touch (KIT), please click on the link.

Tindal

Tindal Halloween Disco-- Sat 31 Oct 2009

For more information, please download the Flyer (Word, 92k)

Kids Christmas Treat & Carols by Candlelight -- Sunday 29 November 2009

For more information, download the Flyer ( Word, 210k)

Tidy up Tindal -- Sunday 1 November 2009

For more information, download the Flyer (Word,162k)

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Queensland

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Brisbane/Enogerra

Gallipoli Barracks Family Fun Day 2009

Free Defence Family Event!

Presented by DCO Brisbane Connections & the Units of Gallipoli Barracks  

Sunday 1 November 2009 -- 2.00pm - 5.00pm  

Duncan Oval, Gallipoli Barracks, Enoggera

See attached Flyer (PDF, 344KB)

 

Canungra

Cairns/Manoora

DCO Cairns - Calendar of Events 2010 (Word, 999k)

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.

Darling Downs


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South Australia

For more information on what is happening in the SA region download the DCO SA October - November 2009 Newsletter ( PDF,143k).

Absence from Home - Christmas Function and Movie Night - 26 Nov 2009

For more information, download the Flyer ( Word,56k)


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Victoria

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Melbourne / RAAF Williams / Macleod

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

 

Frankston

Puckapunyal

 

Albury / Wodonga

Craft & Cuppa

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

East Sale

 


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Western Australia