Clothes Swap!

The next Newlands Clothes Swap is coming up on Saturday, March 2 at 2.00 in Cox Reserve. 

This is a really lovely, long-standing community event that has been running for more than 10 years!

We all get together in the park and bring everything (not just clothes) that we no longer need, put everything into piles, wait until everyone is ready, and then everyone takes what they want.

If you are up to contributing $5.00, this will then go to a local family in need but you don't have to pay anything to join in.

Leftovers get delivered to op shops about the place.

Please join us at the next one: 

Saturday, March 2 @ 2.00 in Cox Reserve.

Gaza Vigil

FRIDAY SILENT CANDLE GAZA VIGIL - CAMP SOVEREIGNTY TO PARLIAMENT

 

A vigil procession will begin at 6pm sharp at Camp Sovereignty, NAARM. On the 1st of March

We will walk from Camp Sovereignty to  Parliament House via Swanston St and Bourke St.

We estimate that we’ll arrive at Parliament House at 7pm where we will proceed to light all of the candles and call out the (available) names of the children killed. There will be brief, relevant speeches spread out over the duration of the vigil.

Community Action

Hi Residents of Melbourne's North,

We are horrified at the proposal industrial incinerator in Melbourne's North 

We need to act urgently!  Please do pass this on to others. 

There is so much research showing that greenwashed 'Waste to Energy' Industrial Incinerators produce toxic waste and carbon emissions - which we particularly don't want within just a few kilometers of homes and communities.

Can you attend the EPA's in-person information session Saturday 2nd of March at 10am?  Or find a friend to attend?  This session will not be attended by Cleanaway who want to build and run the Incinerator - but will let the EPA know we are on the case.

For more information see the important article on the proposal written by John Englart for Climate Action Merribek.  It gives you background information - why it's such a bad idea environmentally and socially and handy hints on writing a submission (one of the actions we encourage folk to take).

Consultation on Wollert Waste to Energy Incinerator Plant

Consultation on Wollert Waste to Energy Incinerator Plant A Waste to Energy Plant has been proposed by Cleanaway in Wollert, in the Northern Suburbs. Public Consultation ...

Here is the EPA timeline with links ,,,In person information session | Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd (APP024914)

In person information session | Cleanaway Operations Pty Ltd (APP024914) Date: Saturday, 2 March 2024Time: 10am – 12pmVenue: Ganbu Gulinj...

To find out more do talk to the good folk at Climate Action Merribek who will be at the Sydney Road Festival or otherwise reply to this email if you can make some time to help stop this Incinerator.

In outrage & care. 

Cath Rouse

Newlands Friends of the Forest

BOOF

Recommendation Sought

LOOKING FOR A RECOMMENDATION

Could anyone recommend an underpinner/reblocker for an 80year old red brick house? 

It would be very much appreciated. Please text 0405 180 639.

The Creative Writing Society

Writing Days is excited to be running creative writing workshops at The Old Coburg Train Station! 

 

Come and join our weekly writing group, the Creative Writing Society. Chat with fellow writers, discuss your writing projects and problems, have a cuppa, and get writing! Tuesdays 10.30am-12pm, 5th - 26th March.

 

Are you a writer lacking in time who would like more time to write? Held every Thursday from 6.15pm - 7.30pm, 29th February – 21st March, The Night Writers drop-in writing session is a great space to meet fellow writers and have space to write. 

 

Or for a more serious writing workout how about signing up for The Old Coburg Train Station Writing Workshops Saturday 10.30am - 12pm, 2nd – 23rd March. This is a four-week workshop introducing you to the different forms of creative writing to help start your own work. Beginners welcome.

 

For more information or to book a spot email us at: writingdaysmelbourne@gmail.com

 

Thanks to Merri bek City Council for their support.

 

CLOTHES SWAP

Save the Date!

The next Newlands Clothes Swap is coming up on Saturday, March 2 at 2.00 in Cox Reserve. 

This is a really lovely, long-standing community event that has been running for more than 10 years!

We all get together in the park and bring everything (not just clothes) that we no longer need, put everything into piles, wait until everyone is ready, and then everyone takes what they want.

If you are up to contributing $5.00, this will then go to a local family in need but you don't have to pay anything to join in.

Leftovers get delivered to op shops about the place.

Please join us at the next one: 

Saturday, March 2 @ 2.00 in Cox Reserve.

For Sale

FOR SALE

Hypersoft black ladies shoes size 39.

2 pairs available,  $10 each.

Brand new never worn.

Try on in my front porch in Elizabeth Street Coburg.

Please text: 0405 180 639.

Go Fund Me

House Sitter

House Sitter Available!

Hey Newlanders,

If anyone is needing house and pet sitting in the next while I am available in March, April, and May.

I am very, very clean and I don’t smoke and won’t have parties!

I just need enough space to roll out my yoga mat and a comfy couch to read books.

I work full time but will be able to walk, feed, cuddle, and care for any and all fur or feathered creatures.

Call if this sounds like a fit for you.

Robyn - 0426 502 594

robynbyron@gmail.com

Coburg Cemetery

"Capture the Moment, Photography at the Cemetery" is on at Coburg Cemetery this Saturday.

• Date: Saturday 24 February 2024
• Time: 1:30 - 4:00 pm
• Location: Coburg Pine Ridge Cemetery, Bell St, Preston (Enter via gates on Bell St, parking inside)  
• Cost: Donation - on the day

Explore fascinating graves, capture compelling shots, and share hints and tips on photographing in cemeteries.

Bookings: focc.group@gmail.com

For Sale

For Sale - gorgeous armchairs for vintage enthusiasts!

Sadly we don't have room for these stylish and well-made vintage armchairs, c.1940s. Re-covered in quality Warwick fabric. These chairs are very comfortable to sit in, with wheels on the back legs for easy movement. Generous seat space, but compact in size. 800mm high, 700mm deep, 650mm wide. Arms could do with a little work.

$100 for the pair. Contact Zoe on 0408 176 934.

For Sale

Bunkers Bunk Bed for sale 

Great condition.

 

Single bed bunks.

Bunkers brand.

 

Has been lovingly refurbished - with aqua and natural finish.

End ladder design. 

Retails for $975.

Sell for $450 ONO.

Dimensions (cm)
single L: 196 W: 104 H: 170

https://bunkers.com.au/collections/bunk-beds/products/bunk-bed-with-end-ladder

Contact Katherine: 

0423 472 984

For Sale

Rhino Rack Roof Pod for sale 

530L 

RMFT530A

MasterFit Roof Box 530L (Grey)

https://www.rhinorack.com/en-au/products/roof-racks/roof-boxes/roof-boxes/masterfit-roof-box-530l-black-_rmft530a

Suit a 4WD or SUV 

great for family camping trips 

Approx 5 years old.

In good working condition.

 

Has been well used but has plenty of life left.

Key lock to open.

Can be accessed from either side. 

Retails for $1200.

Sell for $600 ONO.

Contact Katherine: 

0423 472 984

Bikes

Stolen bikes - can you help?

Both our kids’ bikes were unfortunately stolen from their primary school. If anyone has a spare bike they don’t need for a few months, we’d love to borrow it. Particularly it’d be great to borrow one for our pretty tall 9-year-old. 

Thanks a lot! 

Anna: 0418 568 211

Free

If anyone would like pieces of chicken wire, cross wire/ plastic mesh, shade cloth mesh or wooden stakes, help yourselves to any of this bundle on the nature strip on Boyne st, just near the top of Whitton Parade.

Free

FREE

Nike FlyteFoam runner.

Size 37.5 Euro. 61/2 US. 

Left toe is scuffed but still has plenty of life left in it. 

Contact Karen 0422 009 886 if you would like them.