Community & Inclusion

Waterfront Welcomers

Waterfront Welcomers recruits and trains Port Phillip residents as volunteers in a visitor greeting and information service to cruise ship passengers at Station Pier.

With over a 100 cruise ships docking at Station Pier each season, the volunteer Waterfront Welcomers have got plenty to do. They help connect passengers to local activities and sites, complementing the many other services geared up to welcome in excess of 300,000 passengers annually.

Not forgetting the many thousands of crew, the Welcomers have been involved in the set up of a new Crew Club with free wifi, mission to seafarers and refreshments. Its proved to be popular with crew who have different needs to the regular cruisers.

Speaking Out 

Voices of the South Side is an exciting program for people who may be feeling isolated and interested in creative projects. It is a supportive program that connects people up to new networks and activities in the City of Port Phillip. There will be a variety of opportunities for people to explore their creativity, speaking and leadership skills through free courses. The new ‘Speaking out’ Course is a nine week course offered to a small group of people who want to: Feel comfortable speaking in public, Talk off the cuff, Really listen, Feel comfortable in meetings, Improve your communication skills, Get your point across clearly, Handle conflict, Develop self-confidence, Look after yourself and others, Be connected to new social networks, Gain access to a range of other courses and activities

Beginners Bridge

Free Bridge Lessons for Beginners or Re-Learners, Directed by Bob King. Six free lessons and two free supervised sessions from Bridge expert Bob King. Partner guaranteed. Gold coin donation for tea, coffee and biscuits

Bridge – Supervised

Six free lessons and two free supervised sessions from Bridge expert Bob King. Partner guaranteed.

Bridge Duplicate 

Duplicate Bridge is held at Port Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre every Wednesday and directed by Bob King. Duplicate Bridge is a competitive game for experienced players resulting in a winner each session. Partner guaranteed. Tea, coffee, biscuits are provided.

Monday Drop In 

Want to have a day out? Share a meal and maybe a laugh? Have a say in the food you eat and the places you see? Then Monday Drop In is for you! We meet every Monday in South Melbourne for a meal followed by an activity. Monday Drop In is designed for people who have mental health issues, other disabilities, socially isolated and live in local rooming houses or SRS accommodation. We’d love to see you there! Location: Sol Green Community Centre, Corner Montague & Coventry St, South Melbourne.

Play Group 

Venue: Sandridge Trugo Club.

Scrabble 

Want to challenge your brain, refine your word skills and enjoy a fun game with friendly company! Come and join us for a game of Scrabble using Australian Scrabble Players Association National Rules. Scrabble is a great way to keep your mind sharp and a good opportunity to meet new faces. New players always welcome! Tea, coffee and biscuits are provided (BYO Scrabble set if you have one).

Women’s Activity Group 

Would you like to meet other women in an interactive environment and supporting social network? Then Women’s Activity Group is for you! WAG is a fortnightly social and recreational program for low-support independent women with mental health issues, who may also have other physical challenges/disabilities.The group is supported by two facilitators and generally involves a social outing, activity, presentation or workshop and there is a dynamic range of activities offered. The group is designed the interests of the participants wherever possible. Transport is provided for those who live in the area.