COVID-19 UPDATE – 26th November 2020
After the wonderful news of more restrictions lifting across the State, the Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House office will be opening again Monday – Thursday (9.30am – 4pm) and Fridays (9.30am – 2.30pm) for the remainder of Term 4. Hannah will be on site to help with any questions or queries.
At this time, all classes are remaining online and the House will only open for limited activities (Mulgrave Library and use of bathroom facilities). In order to adhere to Government guidelines, anyone entering the House will be required to provide their name and contact details, and follow all COVID-Safe procedures as directed by staff members.
For more details on the Mulgrave Library opening hours, please see here.
We thank everyone in advance for their patience and cooperation as we re-open and look forward to seeing you all back in the House soon!
Classes and Courses
Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House provides a range of classes and groups for community members.
Term 1, 2021
Body and Soul
|
Course |
Tutor |
Online Booking |
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Pilates – Mondays (5.30pm-6.30pm) |
Laura Orr |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Pilates – Mondays (6.30pm-7.30pm) |
Laura Orr |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Balance and Tone – Tuesdays (11am-12pm) |
Marcia Barry |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Yoga – Thursdays (10.30am-11.30am) |
Janie Ubels |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Gentle Exercise for Seniors – Tuesdays (10.00am-11.00am) |
Marcia Barry | Book, or for more info, click here |
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Classic Nia – Mondays (11.45am-12.45pm) |
Carolyn Yuen | Book, or for more info, click here |
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Strength Training – Tuesdays (9am-10am) |
Marcia Barry | Book, or for more info, click here |
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Strength Training – Fridays (11am-12pm) |
Marcia Barry | Book, or for more info, click here |
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Tai Chi – Mondays (10.30am-11.30am) |
Carolyn Yuen | Book, or for more info, click here |
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Tai Chi for Beginners – Mondays (1pm-2.15pm) |
Carolyn Yuen | Book, or for more info, click here |
Special Interest Courses
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Course |
Tutor |
Online Booking |
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Italian for Everyone – Wednesdays (6.30pm-8.30pm) |
Luciano Pirrottina |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Italian for Everyone – Thursdays (10.30am-11.30am) |
Luciano Pirrottina |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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French for Beginners – Wednesdays (11am-1pm) |
Isabelle Martin |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Life Writing – Wednesdays (10am-11.30am) |
Lisa Habermann |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Memoir Editing – Wednesdays (12pm-1.30pm) |
Lisa Habermann |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Mandarin for Beginners – Thursdays (1pm-3pm) |
Ping Zheng |
Book, or for more info, click here |
Adult Education Courses (Pre-accredited)
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Course |
Tutor |
Online Booking |
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Resume Writing & Interview Skills (NEW) – Tuesdays & Thursdays 6pm-8pm |
John Holding |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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EAL Level 1 – Mondays & Tuesdays 9.30am-12.30pm |
Judy West |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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EAL Level 2 (NEW) – Thursdays & Fridays 9.30am-12.30pm |
Judy West |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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English Conversation – Wednesdays 9,30am-12.30pm |
Judy West |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Microsoft Word for the Workplace (NEW) – Tuesdays 9.30am-12pm |
John Holding |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Microsoft Excel for the Workplace (NEW) – Thursdays 9.30am-12pm |
John Holding |
Book, or for more info, click here |
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Introduction to Computers & Digital Devices (NEW) – Wednesdays 9.30am-12pm |
John Holding |
Book, or for more info, click here |
Children’s Art Classes
| Class | Time | Tutor | Online Booking |
| Mondays 5-7yrs | 4pm-5pm | Jessica Rule | Book, or for more info, click here |
| Mondays 7+yrs | 5pm-6pm | Jessica Rule | Book, or for more info, click here |
| Wednesday 5-7yrs | 4pm-5pm | Maria Ward | Book, or for more info, click here |
| Wednesday 7+yrs | 5pm-6pm | Maria Ward | Book, or for more info, click here |
| Thursday 5-7yrs | 4pm-5pm | Jessica Rule | Book, or for more info, click here |
| Thursday 7+yrs | 5pm-6pm | Jessica Rule | Book, or for more info, click here |
Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House provides a range of materials for use in each class. Children are also required to purchase a Materials Kit Bag prior to attending their first class which includes an A3 sketchbook, 24 oil pastels, watercolours paint palet, HB pencil/eraser/sharpener, fineliner pen etc. The Materials Kit costs $35.00 Materials
Children should also bring along an Art smock to each class.
Playgroup
| Fridays | 9.30am-12pm | Vivien Qiu | Book, or for more info, click here |
Homework Club
| Tuesdays | 4pm-5.30pm | Margaret Menzies | Book, or for more info, click here |