Free seniors’ dance at Collingwood Town Hall returns 31 May
Around 60 seniors filled the heritage ballroom last month for Dancing from the Heart, a free monthly dance session. The next one is 31 May 2026 – here’s how to book.
Category: Community
Queen Victoria Market food rescue hub saves 700kg for hungry families
Since April, a new hub under Shed A at Queen Victoria Market has rescued over 700kg of fresh produce and redirected it to charities feeding hungry Melburnians.
Kids add to a mural that grows across Brimbank libraries all week
Brimbank libraries are inviting children to add their brushwork to a collaborative mural that moves between branches during Reconciliation Week, with free drop-in sessions and a curated collection of First Nations books.
Free Hawthorn exhibition shares centenarians’ life stories – closes 30 May
The free ‘Before I Turn 100’ exhibition at Hawthorn Arts Centre features videos and stories from six Boroondara centenarians, paired with community reflections on life goals. It closes 30 May 2026.
Melbourne mulls special nang bins to prevent bin explosions
City of Melbourne is considering dedicated collection bins for nitrous oxide canisters after nearly 50,000 are retrieved from streets each year, posing explosion risks in public rubbish bins.
Walking football at Ascot Vale: $5.95, no running, all welcome
Every Monday at 1.30pm, walking football at Ascot Vale Leisure Centre offers a low-impact, inclusive workout for $5.95 with no booking required. All abilities and ages welcome.