Here's what's on this week in Moonee Valley

Key Ring Jewellery Making

We will have a variety of accessories available, and children will be supported to create two different decorated key rings to take home. One of the staff members will assist and guide them throughout the activity if they need help. This will be a fun and enjoyable activity for everyone.

Be ready to learn, create, and shine!

Children will see and experience the magic of physics as temperature transforms beeswax before their eyes—from solid to liquid and back into a thin sheet. It’s a mesmerising process that makes learning both exciting and unforgettable!

They will also have the opportunity to roll their own beeswax candle using natural beeswax sheets. Each child will take home a beautifully crafted candle in a special gift package.

This fun and educational experience will spark curiosity about nature while encouraging creativity. 🐝✨

Delivered by Jesuit Social Services, you will learn:

• Basic skills in using a commercial espresso machine
• Greater understanding of what makes a good barista
• Improved skills and confidence to look for work
• Pathways to further training

Upon completion, all participants will receive a certificate of completion which can be used for employment pathways into cafes, restaurants and other hospitality work!

The Details

📆 Date: Tuesday 14th April 2026

🕑 Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm. Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the course commences.

💲 Cost: $45 per person

📍Location: Valley Youth Space (3 Matthews Avenue, Niddrie Vic 3042)

🍕 Lunch and snacks provided!

☕This activity is for young people aged 17 – 25 who live, study, work or hang out in Moonee Valley.

Registrations essential. Only 12 spots available so book in quick!

Please note

Upon registering for this event, Jesuit Social Services will contac you to formally register you for the Intro to Coffee Course. You will need to provide your USI (Unique Student Identifier) upon registering with Jesuit Social Services.

If you are experiencing financial hardship and are keen to attend this activity, please reach out to Valley Youth by emailing youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au or calling (03) 9243 1225.

To create a safe space for young people, this Valley Youth activity is for 17-25 year olds only. Parents & carers are asked not to attend. Support workers are encouraged to attend if participants have support needs. Please let us know upon registration.

All Valley Youth events are all facilitated by trained Youth Workers. If you wish to meet our friendly staff before the event, you are welcome to arrive up to 15 minutes early.

Accessibility

We aim for our events to be as accessible as possible. The Valley Youth Space is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible and all gender bathrooms on site. If you would like to discuss accessibility needs and how we can support you please get in touch with us by calling (03) 9243 1225 or emailing us at youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au.

Refunds

Note, tickets will only be refunded if notice is given up to 48 hours before the event.

Code of Conduct – Participant Expectations

All programs are fully supervised by Valley Youth staff, however staff are unable to prevent young people from leaving the activity and are not responsible for them once they leave the activity space.

All Valley Youth activities are strictly drug, alcohol, smoke and vape-free. These items are not permitted at any activity. Participants must not attend activities in an intoxicated state or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If a young person arrives intoxicated or with prohibited items, they will be asked to leave the activity immediately. We will follow up with a conversation involving the young person and their parent/guardian to discuss their suitability for future participation.

As a participant in a Valley Youth activity, you are responsible for ensuring your behaviour does not make others feel unsafe or compromise the safety of the group. While Valley Youth will always do its best to manage challenging situations, serious misbehaviour may result in removal from the activity. In such cases, your parent/guardian will be notified, and arrangements will be made for you to be transported home at their expense.

Participants are expected to treat equipment respectfully and keep activity spaces clean and tidy.

Parent/Guardian Expectations (for those under 18)

By allowing your child to attend a Valley Youth activity, you authorise staff to obtain necessary medical assistance in the event of illness or accident, as advised by medical professionals, and agree to cover any associated medical costs.

If your child is found to have prohibited items, requires medical attention, or is removed from the activity due to behavioural concerns or breaches of the Code of Conduct, you are expected to collect them promptly or cover the cost of their transport home.

You agree to cover the cost of any damage or loss caused by your child to equipment, property, or individuals during the activity.

During activities, photos and videos may be taken for use in promotional materials by Valley Youth and Moonee Valley City Council.

Privacy Statement

The personal information provided on this form has been collected by Moonee Valley City Council for the purpose of gaining informed consent to take and use any photograph, footage or audio of you at the event specified in the form.

The personal information will be used by Council for that primary purpose or directly related purposes. The personal information collected will not be disclosed unless required by law. If the information is not collected you will not be included in any photograph, footage or audio.

You may apply to Council for access to and/or amendment of the information on this form and such requests should be made to Customer Service on 9243 8888.

Valley Youth acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land this workshop will take place on and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Elders past and present.

Further Questions?

Our team are here to help and would love to chat! Please get in touch with us by calling (03) 9243 1225 or emailing us at youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au.

As the school holidays come to an end, join us for a relaxed afternoon designed to help you reset before the new term begins.

What to expect:

• A fun, inclusive yoga session (no experience needed)
• Pop music playlist to keep things light and energising
• Free food (dietaries absolutely considered — please send any requirements through when you register)
• Conversation starters and other games
• A safe, supportive space to connect with others

The Details

📍 Queens Park
🗓 Thursday 16 April
⏰ 11:30AM – 2.30PM
👥 For young people aged 12–18
🎟 Free event | Registration required

✨This activity is for young people aged 12 – 18 who live, study, work or hang out in Moonee Valley

Places are limited. Please register to secure your spot.

This event combines beginner-friendly yoga set to upbeat pop music with free food and social activities in a welcoming outdoor setting.

No yoga mat? No problem — just wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle.

🌦 In the case of wet weather, the event will move to an indoor backup venue.

Registered attendees will be notified if this occurs.

Please note

To create a safe space for young people, this Valley Youth activity is for 12 – 18 year olds only. Parents & carers are asked not to attend. Support workers are encouraged to attend if participants have support needs. Please let us know upon registration.

All Valley Youth events are all facilitated by trained Youth Workers. If you wish to meet our friendly staff before the event, you are welcome to arrive up to 15 minutes early.

Accessibility

We aim for our events to be as accessible as possible for people with all abilities. Queens Park is wheelchair accessible and there are accessible and all gender bathrooms on site. If you would like to discuss accessibility needs and how we can support you please get in touch with us by calling (03) 9243 1225 or emailing us at youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au.

Refunds

Note, tickets will only be refunded if notice is given up to 48 hours before the event.

Code of Conduct – Participant Expectations

All programs are fully supervised by Valley Youth staff, however staff are unable to prevent young people from leaving the activity and are not responsible for them once they leave the activity space.

All Valley Youth activities are strictly drug, alcohol, smoke and vape-free. These items are not permitted at any activity. Participants must not attend activities in an intoxicated state or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If a young person arrives intoxicated or with prohibited items, they will be asked to leave the activity immediately. We will follow up with a conversation involving the young person and their parent/guardian to discuss their suitability for future participation.

As a participant in a Valley Youth activity, you are responsible for ensuring your behaviour does not make others feel unsafe or compromise the safety of the group. While Valley Youth will always do its best to manage challenging situations, serious misbehaviour may result in removal from the activity. In such cases, your parent/guardian will be notified, and arrangements will be made for you to be transported home at their expense.

Participants are expected to treat equipment respectfully and keep activity spaces clean and tidy.

Parent/Guardian Expectations (for those under 18)

By allowing your child to attend a Valley Youth activity, you authorise staff to obtain necessary medical assistance in the event of illness or accident, as advised by medical professionals, and agree to cover any associated medical costs.

If your child is found to have prohibited items, requires medical attention, or is removed from the activity due to behavioural concerns or breaches of the Code of Conduct, you are expected to collect them promptly or cover the cost of their transport home.

You agree to cover the cost of any damage or loss caused by your child to equipment, property, or individuals during the activity.

During activities, photos and videos may be taken for use in promotional materials by Valley Youth and Moonee Valley City Council.

Privacy Statement

The personal information provided on this form has been collected by Moonee Valley City Council for the purpose of gaining informed consent to take and use any photograph, footage or audio of you at the event specified in the form.

The personal information will be used by Council for that primary purpose or directly related purposes. The personal information collected will not be disclosed unless required by law. If the information is not collected you will not be included in any photograph, footage or audio.

You may apply to Council for access to and/or amendment of the information on this form and such requests should be made to Customer Service on 9243 8888.

Valley Youth acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as Traditional Custodians of the land this workshop will take place on and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Elders past and present.

Further Questions?

Our team are here to help and would love to chat! Please get in touch with us by calling (03) 9243 1225 or emailing us at youth@mvcc.vic.gov.au.

Date: Friday 17 April 2026

Location: Recreation Hall, Ground floor, Djerring Flemington Hub (Flemington Community Centre)

This event has two sessions: morning 9.30am – 12.00pm and afternoon 12.30pm – 3.00pm. Please attend the event within the time frame allocated on your ticket. We will not be accepting items between 12.00-12.30pm.

In 2025, textiles made up approximately 13% of contamination in Moonee Valley kerbside recycling bins. Did you know textiles aren’t recyclable in your kerbside recycling bin?

Recycle your textiles for free at our autumn textile recycling event.

By sending these items to specialist recyclers, the material can be reused to make new products. This keeps them in the circular economy — where resources are reused instead of wasted — and reduces the need for new materials.

Attendees must bring all items into the building, staff will not be accepting any items from the car park. Leaving any items in the public area will be considered illegal dumping. If assistance is required, please contact us prior to the event day via recycle@mvcc.vic.gov.au

Please refer to below image for what items are/not accepted.

Items that won’t be accepted:

• unclean textiles
• underwear
• non-textile material
• donatable goods – please take these items to your local charity shop.

If incorrect items are brought to the event, staff have the right to refuse these items.

Registration is essential, limited tickets available, and the event is open to Moonee Valley residents only (please bring proof of address):

• One admission per booking
• One ticket per household

Getting there:

• Car: limited parking spaces available
• Public Transport: Tram 59, stop 23 Djerring Flemington Hub
• Active transport is welcome

To assist in reviewing the experience of our customers and evaluating the effectiveness of our programs, all registered attendees will receive a post-event survey sent to their email. Participation in the survey is voluntary, and by opting in and accepting the survey invitation, you indicate your consent.