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C o r n er o f Wo o d b u r n R o a d a n d T i l b a S t r e e t , B e r a l a
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Berala Community Centre
Programs - Term 2 2016
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Programs - Term 2 2016
Berala Community Centre welcomes
you and your family to participate in a
range of programs and services at
your local Community Centre. This
booklet will guide you through what
the Centre has on offer for Term 2 of
2016.
Fitness Classes: All fitness classes run during school
term dates. Term 2 commences in
April and ends in June. Registrations
and payments are now open.
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Fitness and Wellbeing
Program Level Day Time Cost With Dates
Pilates
(female
only)
Intermediate Tue 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Evenings
$60
per
term
Jo
3rd May -
28th June
(9 x lessons)
Yoga Beginner Tue 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
Evenings
$60
per
term
Emily
3rd May -
28th June
(9 x lessons)
Bollywood
Fitness
(female
only)
Beginner /
Intermediate Wed
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Evenings
$60
per
term
Janani
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
Yoga Intermediate Wed
7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
Evenings
$60
per
term
Emily
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
Zumba
Fitness
(female
only)
Beginner /
Intermediate Thur
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Evenings
$60
per
term
Maria
5th May -
30th June
(9 x lessons)
Pilates -
New Class
(female
only)
Beginner Thur 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm
Evenings
$60
per
term
Jo
5th May -
30th June
(9 x lessons)
General Fitness Classes:
To register visit: www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/
lifelonglearning
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Seniors Fitness Classes:
Childrens Fitness Classes:
Programs - Term 2 2016
Speciality Fitness Classes
Walking Club - Expression Of Interest:
Program Level Day Time Cost Instruc-
tor Dates
Zumba
Gold
Tailored to
individual
fitness and
abilities
Thur
9:30 am -
10:15 am
Mornings
$35
per
term
Monica
5th May -
30th June
(9 x lessons)
General
Fitness
Tailored to
individual
fitness and
abilities
Fri
9:30 am -
10:30 am
Mornings
$35
per
term
Monica
6th May -
1st July
(9 x lessons)
Express your interest in joining our
Walking Club. Members of the
community will meet weekly at the
Centre and walk together around
the surrounds of their local
community and beyond.
We are seeking volunteers who
would like to help organise and
supervise walks, as well as
participants.
To register visit:
www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/
lifelonglearning
Lunch Time Fitness Classes - Expression Of Interest: We are already planning for Term 3 and would like to gauge commu-
nity interest in the possibility of lunchtime fitness classes. If you are in-
terested in participating in your lunch hour, we would like to hear
from you.
Program Level Day Time Cost Instructor Dates
Hip Hop
(ages 5 - 12)
Tailored to
individual
fitness and
abilities
Wed 5:15 pm - 6:00pm
Afternoons
$50
per
term
Janani
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
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Social Clubs: Social Clubs are an opportunity for
community members to partake in a variety
of active and passive activities, whilst
making new friends in a safe and supportive
environment.
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Social Inclusion and Networking
Program Day Time Cost
Table Tennis
Mon &
Wed
2:00 pm -
5:00 pm
Afternoons
Free
Table Tennis
Fri
2:00 pm -
6:00 pm
Afternoons
Free
Social
Games Fri
9:30 am -
11:30 am
Mornings
Free
Knick Knack
Knitters Fri
12:00 pm -
2:00 pm
Afternoons
Free
Program Level Day Time Cost With Dates
English
Conversation
Class
Beginner Tue
10:00 am -
1:00 pm
Mornings
Free
Mary -
Mandarin
speaking
3rd May -
28th June
(9 x lessons)
English
Conversation
Class
Intermediate Wed
7:30 pm -
8:30 pm
Evenings
Free
Vic -
English
speaking
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
Mandarin
Conversation
& Basic
Writing Class
Beginner Fri
6:30 pm -
8:30 pm
Evenings
Free
Mary -
Mandarin
speaking
6th May -
1st July
(9 x lessons)
To register visit: www.auburn.nsw.gov.a
u/lifelonglearning
Language Programs: Language programs are volunteer run programs and offer ongoing learning
opportunities and support that encourage the development of general
conversation and language based skills and knowledge.
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Childrens Programs:
Childrens programs are designed to
support you and your child as they
grow, explore, learn and play whilst
resourcing you as a caregiver.
Berala Community Centre is a place for - Children, Play and Fun
Program Day Time Cost Ages Dates
Playgroup
Tue
10:00 am -
12:00 pm Free
0 - 5
years
Start Date:
10/5/2016 -
ongoing
Baby
Bounce &
Rhyme Time
Wed 10:00 am -
10:30 am Free
0 - 3
years
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
Pre-School
Story Time Wed
11:00 am -
11:40 am Free
3 - 5
Years
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
Home Work
Help Wed
4:00 pm -
7:00 pm Free
Primary
School
Students
4th May -
29th June
(9 x lessons)
Connect To Work:
Connect To Work offers FREE training and support for job seekers
in developing job-ready skills,
building resumes or cover letters
and preparing for job interviews.
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Learning and Professional Development
Program Level Day Time Cost Facilitator
Connect
to Work
All levels -
interpreting services can
be arranged
Thur 2:30 pm -
4:30 pm Free Jamal
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Taking Care Of Our
Seniors
Berala Community Centre celebrates
the contributions and capacity of our
community’s elders.
We have and will continue to offer a
range of programs and services for
senior citizens.
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Seniors
Day Time Cost
Tuesday 9:00 am -
10:30 am Free
To register visit:
www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/
lifelonglearning
Taking Care of Our Seniors
Program: Berala Community Centre hosts a
monthly information session for
seniors on a variety of topics . These
seminars include light refreshments
and an active fitness session.
Session /
Discussion Activity Date
Aged Care
Sector -
COTA
Fitness
Session April 19
May 17
Combatting
Depression
and Anxiety
Fitness
Session
June 21 Eye Health Fitness
Session
July 19
How to avoid
con artists and
scams
Fitness
Session
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Coffee Station: Berala Centre aims to
position itself as a hub for
people to meet, network
and socialise. We believe the best
friendships are created over a cup
of coffee or tea. That’s why we
have a dedicated coffee making
station for access by the general
public. Come along to one of our
many programs and stay a while
with a coffee or tea in our foyer and
forecourt whilst reading the
newspaper or a magazine.
Berala Community Centre is a place
for - Belonging
Work Station: Berala Centre aims to
position itself as a hub for
people to be informed and
connected. As well as various
information displays, the Centre has
a dedicated work station for surfing
the internet with FREE Wi-Fi and
word processing.
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Information and Connection
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Services
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Exhibition Documents: If you would like to give feedback on
a plan or development application
that is on public exhibition, you can
view these documents at the Centre
upon request during staffed hours.
Justice of the Peace: JPs are persons authorised to witness
and sign statutory declarations,
affidavits and certify documents, such
as migration documents.
Note: This service is provided by
volunteers and is subject to change
based on their availability. It is strongly
advised that you contact the Centre
before visiting during the below times.
Program Day Time Cost
Justice of
the Peace Tues
10:30 am -
11:30 am Free
Justice of
the Peace Thur
10:00 am -
11:00 am Free
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To Plan Your Trip To Your Local Library:
Call the Transport Info-Line on 131 500
or visit www.transportnsw.info
Library Services
Home Library Service:
Auburn City Library offers a FREE delivery and borrowing service for local
residents who are housebound. Items for loan include a variety of books,
eBooks, DVDs, magazines, music CDs and material in community lan-
guages. Your library items will be delivered to your door and exchanged
every three weeks, or more information contact:
Sofia Silvestri at Auburn Library on [email protected]
or 9735 1250.
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Regents Park Branch:
Street address:
1 Amy Street
Regents Park NSW 2143
Phone:
(02) 9735 1380
Email:
Parking:
4 hours free, behind Library,
access via Regents Street
Opening hours:
10.00am - 6.00pm
Monday, Wednesday
9.30am - 5.00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
9.30am - 12noon
Saturday
Travel From Berala:
Train: T3 Bankstown Line every 30
mins from Berala Station (5 min
walk from the Centre) to Regents
Park Train Station, only a short walk
to the library
Bus: B 908
Walk: 30 min walk
Drive: 5 min drive
Your Nearest Libraries Are:
Lidcombe Branch:
Street address:
Bridge Street
Lidcombe NSW 2141
Phone:
(02) 9735 1381
Email:
Parking:
2 hours free
Bridge Street Car Park
Opening hours:
9.30 am - 5.00 pm
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
10.00 am - 6.00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday
9.30 am - 12 noon
Saturday
Travel From Berala:
Train: T3 Bankstown Line every 30
mins from Berala Station (5 min
walk from the Centre) to Lid-
combe Train Station, only a short
walk to the library
Bus: B 908
Walk: 20 min walk
Drive: 5 min drive
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Mad Hatter’s Tea Party - R U OK Day
Invitation: Thursday, 8th September
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Auburn Council’s Youth Advisory Collective
will be again running their award winning
“Mad Hatter’s Tea Party” for other young
people, aimed at raising awareness of
mental health issues within the community
as part of the national R U OK Day cam-
paign.
For more information contact:
Linda Boustani at Auburn Council on [email protected]
or 9735 1226
Call For Expressions Of Interest
Berala Community Centre’s 1st Anniversary
Family Fun Open Day
Expression Of Interest: Open Now
The Berala Community Centre invites local businesses, schools, community
organisations, sport clubs and support networks to express their interest in
participating in this event.
This is an excellent opportunity to promote your programs, services and build
awareness within the local community.
Invitation: Friday, 16th September - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Berala Community Centre celebrates one year since opening its doors with an
action packed FREE Family Fun Day.
Join us with a FREE sausage sizzle, face painting, craft, games, music,
interactive demonstrations from our community partners and information
stalls, plus a whole lot more.
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Autumn Colours Festival
Invitation: Sunday, 29th May at
Auburn Botanic Gardens and
Peacock Gallery
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This children and family festival in
Auburn Botanic Gardens and
Peacock Gallery offers participants
the opportunity to experience the
magic of Autumn in the gardens with
lots of free activities, art workshops,
cultural food stalls and a ‘discovery
train’ taking you around the gardens
most notable sites.
Cost: FREE for residents of the LGA and
all children under 16.
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Autumn Career Advice
Expo
Invitation: Thursday, 19th May at
Auburn Town Hall
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Are you looking for a job or direction
with your career path ?
Come along to the expo to receive
one on one help with resumes, cover
letters and career advice.
Cost: FREE
Important Dates
15 April - PCYC community open
day
14 April: Clubgrants Info work-
shops - Berala Community Centre
Wednesday 11 May: Cantonese
interpreted tour open to the gen-
eral public - Meeting at Auburn
Library
7 May: Launch of Autism Support
Group at the Auburn Centre For
Community
Workshop: Save Water, Energy and Money
Invitation: Saturday 4 June, 10am - 12pm at the
Berala Community Centre
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Volunteering -
Information Sessions
Invitation:
Tuesday, 8th November
2:00 pm at Berala Community Centre
Want to get involved and contribute
towards projects in your community?
Come along to a volunteer
information session to find out more.
Alternatively, the Centre is always
looking for more volunteers. Please
contact the staff at any point to
enquire about volunteering.
Berala Community Centre is a place
to - Volunteer
Giving Back
Donations:
As demonstrated in this flyer, the
Berala Community Centre offers a
range of programs and services.
If you have items you would like to
donate to support programs at the
Centre, these are greatly
appreciated.
Examples:
Toys
Craft
Books
Homeware
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Feedback and
Involvement
Wanted
Have Your Say Council encourages you to
provide any feedback
regarding the Centre,
programs, services and
events to community Centre staff
directly.
Expressions Of Interest On
New Programs In order for Council to fund,
promote and facilitate
programs we require a
demonstrated interest from
the local community.
To register your interest, please visit:
www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/
lifelonglearning
Alternatively, you can call Centre staff
on 9735 1337 and complete an over
the phone registration of your interest.
Staffed hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm,
Monday to Friday.
Please contact: Gavin Ross - Centre
Coordinator with any
enquires, ideas or feedback
on
9735 1337 or
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Feedback and Contribution
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Berala Community
Centre - Venue For Hire
Booking Process: To ensure the Berala Community
Centre is activated to its full potential
the Centre’s bookings are controlled
by an onsite Information and Booking
Officer.
For enquiries regarding bookings,
availabilities, fees and payments
please contact Aysha Rasheed on:
9735 1335
or
Berala Community Centre is a place for -
Celebration
For more information please visit:
www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/Community/
FacilitiesHire
Community Facilities Include:
Auburn Town Hall
Berala Community Centre
Lidcombe Community Centre
Regents Park Community
Centre
Newington Community Centre
Botanic Gardens
Community Picnic Area
For bookings concerning facilities
other than the Berala Community
Centre please contact
9735 1222
or
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Berala Community Centre As A Venue For Hire
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Space Description Capacity
(people) Size
Activity /
Training Room -
Bareela Room
Class room style space ideal for workshops,
presentations and classes.
25 2m
x
7m
Meeting Room 1 -
Woodburn Room
Standard meeting room with a flexible layout
including boardroom style furniture with access
to the Outdoor Patio (to be booked separately)
10 5.1m
x
5.2m
Meeting Room 2 -
Tilba Room
Standard meeting room with a flexible layout
including casual lounges and ottomans with ac-
cess to the Outdoor Patio (to be booked sepa-
rately
10 5.1m
x
5.2m
Main Hall -
Terry Keegan
Main Hall
A multi-purpose community hall equipped to
deliver a wide range of programs and events.
This space can be divided into two “half hall”
spaces and booked as separate rooms. This hall
is divided by a soundproof wall and has access
to the Outdoor Veranda (additional space
inclusive with hall bookings). Spaces includes the
use of audio visual equipment and projector
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Charis -
144
Tables -
20
18m
x
10m
Main Hall -
Terry Keegan
Main Hall - A & B
These are the ‘half-hall’ spaces of the Terry
Keegan Main Hall. (Hall A does not have access
to audio visual equipment, projector or
kitchenette, hot and cold water urns can be
arranged upon request)
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Charis -
70
Tables -
10
9m
x
10m
Main Kitchen A medium sized kitchen suitable for catering and
light meal preparation. This is not a
commercial kitchen. This space is booked in con-
junction with a room or hall within the Centre
10 4.0m
x
4.12m
Outdoor Patio This is a small outdoor patio containing under-
cover seating and a small grassed area and is
bookable with Meeting Rooms 1 & 2 and the
Activity / Training Room
10 25 m
x
10 m
Outdoor
Veranda
This is a small outdoor undercover veranda with
seating and is included with bookings made in
the Main Hall
10 20m
x
3.65m
Spaces come with the following standard amenities:
Kitchenette Boiling and
Chilled Water
Air Conditioning Wi-Fi Onsite Parking
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Community Notice Board To ensure the Berala Community Centre achieves its vision of engaging,
supporting and developing the local community we aim to build partnerships
and foster a collaborative approach to the delivery of service at Berala.
Community Programs:
NSW Multicultural Seniors Association:
Australian Arts Assembly Incorporated:
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Community
Outreach
Service
J.P service, transla-
tion services and
form filling for Man-
darin and Canton-
ese speaking back-
ground
Wed
2:00 pm
-
4:00 pm
Donations
appreciated
Aga
0416 824 699
Ballroom
Dancing Ballroom Dancing Thur
10:30 am
-
1:30 pm
Donations
appreciated
Aga
0416 824 699
Program Description Day Time Cost Contact Person
Beijing Opera
Opera, singing,
music, instruments
and cultural
celebrations
Fri 3:00 pm -
9:00 pm Free
Mr John Ding,
0423 710 551
Community Directories:
You can find out more about community based organisations in your local
area by searching the Local Information Network for Community Services, an
online directory for information on local services and community groups.
To search the directories or other useful directories visit:
www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/community/communitydirectory
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Community Programs:
Justice Connect - MOSAIC www.justiceconnect.org.au/mosaic
Early Ed: EarlyEd is a family-centred early childhood intervention service for young
children with disabilities or delays in their development, and their families.
Services are available to children aged 0-8 years.
Staff at EarlyEd include experienced teaching and therapy teams who
have specialised training in early intervention practices.
Please contact 9923 2727 or 9897 1511 for more information.
Auburn Men's Shed: Is a place for hobbies,
conversation and mateship.
Members work on a variety of
projects sharing their handy-man
skills whilst working across the
community. Our local Auburn City
Men’s Shed is based in Regents
Park and is always looking to
welcome new members. For more
information on how you can get
involved, please contact
9644 7433.
Open: Mon – Wed 9.30am – 4.30pm
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Program Description Day Time Cost Contact
Person
MOSAIC -
Migrant
Outreach
Service
Free legal advice
on:
Fines
Centrelink
Housing
Work
Car accidents
Loans, bills,
debts
For newly arrived
migrant, refugee,
or asylum seekers
Thur 9:00 am
-
12:00 pm
Free (02) 8599 2101
Bookings are
essential
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C o r n er o f Wo o d b u r n R o a d a n d T i l b a S t r e e t , B e r a l a
w w w . a u b u r n .n s w .g o v . a u / c o mmu n i t y / c o m m u n i t y f a c i l i t i e s
TELEPHONE INTERPRETER SERVICE
To request an interpreter, please contact the Telephone Interpreter Service (TIS) on 131 450
and ask them to ring Auburn City Council on 9735 1222.
HOW TO GET THERE
Train:
The Centre is located a short walk from
Berala Train Station and Bus Stops.
Bus:
Local Bus Services:
908 Bus and N50 (stops at Tilba Street and
other surrounding Bus Stops)
Free Community Loop Bus Service:
visit www.auburn.nsw.gov.au/bus
Parking:
The Centre has accessible parking onsite from
its rear car park, Woodburn Road entry.
Alternatively, ample street parking is available
on Tilba Street and Woodburn Road.
To Plan Your Trip:
Call the Transport Info-Line on 131 500 or visit
http://www.transportnsw.info
facebook.com/
AuburnCityCouncil
twitter.com/
AuburnCity
Auburn City
Council TV
Program or activity is accessible to people of ALL abilities.
The Centre is wheelchair accessible, built on a flat plane with assisted ramps and
accessible parking. The Centre is also equipped with hearing loops, accessible
bathroom with toilet and parent room with baby change facility.
OPENING HOURS
Staffed Hours (Customer Service): Monday to Friday, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Opening Hours (Bookings & Programs): Monday to Sunday, 9:00 am -10:00 pm
PHONE
Centre Bookings: please contact the Information and Bookings Officer on 9735 1335
Centre and Program Information, Feedback and General Inquiries: please contact the
Centre Coordinator on 9735 1337
