North Melbourne Men’s Afternoon Tea
A casual get-together for some food and a chat with other men from the neighbourhood. New people encouraged.
Date & Time
Thursdays (fortnightly)
2.30pm to 4:00pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol St,
North Melbourne
Afternoon Tea for Mandarin speakers - "Cha Hua Hui"
Join this group of Mandarin speakers for an informal chat over afternoon tea - a place where friendships can flourish. Tea and light refreshments will be provided. Facilitated by a Mandarin speaker.
Date & Time
Wednesdays (fortnightly)
2.00pm - 3.00pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol St,
North Melbourne
Senior's Morning Tea
Share your life stories, adventures, and funny tales. Get ready for a delightful spread that's sure to tickle your taste buds. This morning gathering is a perfect opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new ones. Sometimes with a guest speaker.
Date & Time
First Tuesday of each month
10.00am to 11.30am
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol St,
North Melbourne
Dungeons & Dragons
Learn the ropes of Dungeons & Dragons – a tabletop game that combines teamwork, problem solving and imagination. The session will be led by a local with years of D&D experience. All materials and characters will be provided, just come prepared for adventure. This session is designed for absolute beginners.
Date & Time
Thursdays
6:15 pm - 9.00pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol St,
North Melbourne
SingNow! Community Choir
The Errol's Angels are back with a new version. Join music director Susie Kelly in this exciting, all ages adults community choir singing music from around the world and spanning many decades.
No previous experience is required.
Date & Time
Thursdays
7.00pm to 8.30pm
9 Oct - 18 Dec
Venue
Sokol Melbourne,
497 Queensberry St
North Melbourne
Cost
$18 ($11.50 concession) per class when booking for the term. $25 casual if available
Beginner's French
A conversation focused class where you will build your vocabulary, practice conversations and grasp grammatical structures while exploring French culture and tradition.
Date & Time
Fridays
4.00pm to 5.00pm
(Basic steps 1)
5.00pm to 6.00pm
(Basic steps 2)
10 Oct- 12 Dec
Venue
North & West Melbourne
Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol St
North Melbourne
Cost
$157.5 ($112.5 concession) for 9 week term
Spanish for Fun
Learn the language spoken by 500 million people across the Americas and Spain. A small and friendly conversation-based class that will prepare you for travelling. With native speaker Anna Trigos.
Date & Time
Mondays
5.15pm to 6.15pm
Venue
North & West Melbourne
Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol Street,
North Melbourne
Cost
$140 ($100 concession) for 9 week term.
Painting on Canvas
As we get older, most of us stop doing art. Making art has so many benefits: self-expression, focus, mental health. Shyamasree Bose will guide you through the art-making process with acrylic paints on canvas. At the end you’ll have your very own masterpiece to take home. Bring something you want to emulate or get inspired by our examples.
Tuesdays 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
58 Errol Street, North Melbourne
$45 ($35 concession)
Pilates
Pilates aims to improve your awareness of how to use your body correctly and strengthen your postural muscles to allow you to support your spine. Pilates classes are graded so it is possible to find the level that suits your ability, experience or limitations. Exercises can be adjusted to suit all ages.
Graded classes are taught by Brazilian-trained physiotherapist Fernanda Cury. Classes are relaxed and a great way to meet up with other locals.
Cost: $21 ($15.50 concession) per class when booking for full term or remainder of term. Casual enrolments $28 per class. Classes run during the school term.
General/Introduction to Pilates
A class that caters to all levels of experience
Date & Time
Wednesdays
9.15am to 10.15am
Venue
Legion Hall, George Johnson Lane
(behind North Melbourne Library)
Beginners Pilates
The basics are still covered but some knowledge is assumed. Over the term, the exercises will progress to more challenging options as you build strength and flexibility.
Date & Time
Thursdays
5.30pm to 6.30pm
Venue
Quaker Centre, 484 William Street,
West Melbourne
Intermediate Pilates
This class provides the next step up with more challenging exercises. Strengthen your postural muscles and exercise in a manner that is safe for all your joints.
Date & Time
Tuesdays
5.30pm to 6.30pm
Venue
Quaker Centre, 484 William Street, West Melbourne
Intermediate Plus Pilates
Our hardest class is suitable for people with a good level of body awareness and strength. Designed to improve your trunk strength and provide a really stable base for your sports or daily activities.
Date & Time
Thursdays
6.45pm to 7.45pm
Venue
Quaker Centre, 484 William Street, West Melbourne
Stretching and Relaxation
This class focuses on flexibility while calming down the body and the mind in a very relaxing session. Work on building the connection between the mind and body. About 45 minutes of slow movements and muscle release techniques and 15 minutes of mindful relaxation. NEW!
Date & Time
Tuesdays
6.45pm to 7.45pm
Venue
Quaker Centre, 484 William Street, West Melbourne
Your Career: Next Steps
Workshop
Career coach and human resources executive Helena Steel presents a workshop to plan your next career transition. This workshop re-affirms who you are, and how your abilities and preferences align with current labour market trends. The outcome allows you to "Rescue your Resume and CV" and stand out in uniquely in a swamp of AI job applications.
Date & Time
Saturday, 7 February 2026
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Tea/coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol Street,
North Melbourne
Making Your Phone Work For You
Who said phones were made for calling people every now and then? Modern 'smartphones' are mobile computers and used for all matter of activities. This course covers setting up your phone, choosing apps, using the cloud and phone security.
Date & Time
Wednesdays,
1.00 pm to 3.00 pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre, 58 Errol Street, North Melbourne
Computers: Digital Essentials
Make your computer work for you. Become more comfortable engaging in the digital world. This friendly course will help you maximise your productivity and minimise frustration.
Date & Time
Wednesdays
10.00 am to 12.30 pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre, 58 Errol Street, North Melbourne
Money Skills For Life
This 6-week program is designed to give you the essential money skills. From budgeting and saving to making smart spending choices, the course focuses on simple, practical guidance. It will help you learn the basics and provide awareness to improve your money habits.
Date & Time
2026 dates to be confirmed
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre, 58 Errol Street, North Melbourne
Introduction to Journalism
Do you read the news and wonder how it gets done? Experienced ABC journalist Louise Yaxley will share her expertise. The course covers how to identify a potential story, interview techniques, research skills, writing styles, fact checking and digital platforms. Graduates will have the opportunity to see their work published in North & West Melbourne News.
Date & Time
Tuesdays, starts 21 April
6:15 pm to 9:00 pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre, 58 Errol Street, North Melbourne
Rainbow Art Class
Experienced art teacher Shyamasree Bose will guide children in a colourful exploration of drawing and painting, using watercolour, acrylic, oil pastels, mixed media and pencils. Suitable for kids aged 4 to 12.
Date & Time
Tuesdays
4.00pm to 5.00pm (Session 1)
5.00pm to 6.00pm (Session 2)
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre,
58 Errol St,
North Melbourne
Cost
$12 ($10 concession) ($15 casual if available)
Home Away From Homework Club
Friendly and inclusive, students come to complete their homework (or our extra material) with the assistance of tutors. There are also games, and nutritious snack and drink are provided. Registration required. There is no cost to attend.
For children Year 4 to Year 10 during the school term. Call us on 03 9328 1126 for bookings.
Date & Time
Wednesdays
3.30pm to 5.00pm
Venue
North and West Melbourne Neighbourhood Centre, 58 Errol St, North Melbourne
Grade 4 - 6
Wednesdays
3.30pm to 5.00pm
North Melbourne Library
66 Errol St, North Melbourne
Grade 7 - 10
Wednesdays
4.00pm to 5.30pm
North Melbourne Language & Learning
Level 1174-178 Macaulay Rd, North Melbourne
Grade 4 - 9
Older Adults Exercise
A general strengthening class for those 60+. Includes low impact aerobics, balance and strengthening exercises, using exercise band resistance for all parts of the body. Suitable for people of all abilities.
Date & Time
Mondays
11.00am to 12.00pm
Venue
West Melbourne Baptist Community Centre
4 Miller Street, West Melbourne
Cost
$21 ($15.50 concession)
Date & Time
Wednesdays
10.30am to 11.30am
Venue
Legion Hall, George Johnson Lane (behind North Melbourne Library)
Cost
$21 ($15.50 concession)
The Centre Adventure Bus Trips
Visit historical, cultural or horticultural places of interest and significance. Normally a full-day bus trip, Centre Adventures are a great way to ge out beyond the everyday. Also includes lunch and morning tea. In 2026, we will have 2 trips every month, including intergenerational ones.
Date & Time
Tuesday
9.0am to 5.00
Destination
For details, please call us on 9328 1126
