Thursday 14 March 2024

Housesitter Needed

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Hi,

We are looking for a house sitter/dog minder for nearly 6 weeks, from May 9th until June 16th.
We have a house in Coburg North with a large garden, which should be able to mostly look after itself at that time of year, but would need a bit of watering. Our dog is a 9 year old Staffie who needs walks every day, feeds twice a day, and a bit of medication.
We are walking distance from the Coburg Hill shops on Elizabeth Street, walking distance to the no. 12 tram on Gilbert Road (about 15 mins), and a drive to either the Upfield or Merndah train lines. We are very close to Edgars Creek parklands.
We are preferably looking for a quiet single person/couple, who can spend a fair bit of time at home so our dog doesn't get too lonely!
If this situation/these dates suit you please get in touch with Jen on 0459 208 386.

Garage Sale

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Saturday, 23/3/24 10am - 3pm. 

57 Murray Road, Coburg, 3058. 

A collaboration between myself and a neighbour of 55. Come and meet our welcoming faces.

Children’s furniture, high chairs, art easel, clean-washed cat items, dog grooming combs and, brushes. 

Clothing, books.
 
C.D’s, D.V.D’s. Assorted stationary, artist moulding/sculpture medium, beeswax. Potted plants, pots.
 
Picture frames and plate stands. Much more.

Climate Change Board Game

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Dear, Community, 

We’re thrilled to announce The Adaptation Game Merri-Bek board game (TAG) is now playing around our community. We're inviting you, and want to ask if you would help us spread the word.

TAG Merri-bek is a playful workshop for local residents to connect and become more resilient to climate change. It's based on real science about how climate change will affect Merri-Bek. You get to play out real-world ways to prepare your home, family, community, and environment.  No act is too small, no idea is too big. TAG is a cooperative game, all the players work together, so you don’t have to be “good at games”. 

See here link for more info, including a short film about how playing TAG impacts people: https://www.tagclimatedrill.org

We are starting at Sussex Neighbourhood House in March, April & May, and want to ask if you could tell your community if they want to come. The next place will be at Merri Food Hub in Fawkner in April, May & June, and we will update as news comes. 

I have attached some promotional materials which you are most welcome to use. 

If you want to know more, please don’t hesitate to contact us here, and sign up for our newsletter here.

Local Electrician and Painter

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Friendly, reliable local electrician (REC 24154) and painter available for jobs of all sizes at reasonable prices. Free quotes. Website is https://alexshakerielectrics.com.au/, see reviews of business here and here. And recommendations from locals who have used him here and here.
Contact Aref (Alex) 0423 278 327.

Friday 8 March 2024

Recommendation

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Hey everyone! I just had to share the best ever experience I've ever had with a tradie. 

Michael, the plumber who lives locally did an absolutely fantastic job for me the other day. Incredibly professional and efficient. I highly recommend him for anything you need! 

His direct number, is 0408 882 164.

For Sale

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Hand-painted artwork. $50.00.
 
Pick up: Preston.

Text: 0402 211 896.








Passata Party

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🍅 Passata Party Vol. 4 🍅 

Mamma mia, è un’altra festa passata!  We've spoken to Nonna Rita & Nonno Umberto and they've confirmed the tomatoes are looking AMAZING this season, so let's make some sauce ❤️ Come and join us on Saturday 23 March from 9.30-3.00pm at Newlands Neighbourhood House to learn how to make the most beautiful passata...just make sure you do what Nonna Rita says 😉 Bring along some picnic blankets, your fave antipasto and amici (friends) and enjoy the day with us. Brewlands will be open and making delicious espresso from 9am, plus we'll have music and entertainment for the whole family.  You'll also have the chance to enjoy lunch made with last years passata - so you can try a bowl of NecchiSpaghetti™️ while you make the new batch!Come and go as you please - we'll be squishing tomatoes, dancing, singing and boiling passata from 9.30 - 3.00pm. Bookings are essential so get your tickets hereTanto amore, il team NECCHi xx

Seeking Passata Bottles! 🍅 We've given away a lot of passata over the years, but now we need the bottles back!We need 60-70 clean bottles (with lids!) so we can bottle up our fresh batch this year.Please drop off any spare bottles you have at Newlands Neighbourhood House reception from Monday - Friday, 9-4pm, by Thursday 21 January. Grazie mille xx
A personal message from Hannah(our Programs & Marketing Coordinator):

Hello everyone! As most of you will know by now, I’m finishing up with NECCHi on the 17th April because I’m moving to France (no I don’t speak French, but I’m learning!) 🇫🇷I’m so excited for this new adventure, but will really miss everyone at NECCHi, it’s been such a lovely place to work and I feel very lucky.A lot of you have asked if there will be a "going away" party, so after a chat with the team, we decided the best way to send me off was to throw a final Passata Party. I came up with the idea for Passata Party when I first moved to Melbourne in 2016, after hearing old stories of streets in Melbourne growing tomatoes, garlic and basil, and then joining together on one day to make sauce with everyone’s produce! Afterwards, all of the bottles made would be distributed back to each house on the street to use during the year. When I started at NECCHi back in August 2020, I suggested we could do something similar, and Passata Party was born.

It’s amazing that this will be our 4th year, and throwing a big tomato party feels like a very fitting way to celebrate and say goodbye to you all. I really hope to see you there and say ciao over a bowl of Nonna Rita’s delish pasta! If you can’t make it, don’t worry - there’s still time for a Brewlands cuppa.

À bientôt! & lots of love,

Hannah

📸: Passata Party Vol. 3 by Mitch O'Hearn (all images)