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R U OK? Day
The City of Whittlesea is proud to take part in R U OK? Day, an initiative that encourages meaningful conversations and promotes a culture of open communication and support within our community.
Throughout September, The City of Whittlesea will host a series of engaging events and activities planned across Community Activity Centres in the City of Whittlesea.
These events are designed to promote this year's theme "I'm here to hear". Find an event near you below.
Epping
Epping Community Centre - Wednesday 6 September from 10am
Join us for a morning of connection and wellness with free morning tea, barista-brewed coffee, and Zumba classes for parents and children.
Galada Community Centre - Thursday 14 September, 1 - 3pm
Experience a heartfelt Punjabi R U OK? Day conversation session in partnership with DPV Health, featuring an R U OK? Day ambassador and enjoy free afternoon tea.
South Morang
Civic Centre - Monday 11 September, 10.30am - 12.30pm
Engage in an Arabic R U OK? Day conversation session with an R U OK? Day ambassador in collaboration with DPV Health, followed by a complimentary morning tea.
Riverside Community Activity Centre - Monday 11 September – Friday 15 September
Visit our Conversation Corner all week to discover resources that will help you have meaningful conversations with your loved ones.
Wollert
Ganbu Gulinj Community Activity Centre - Tuesday 12 September, 11.30am - 12.30pm
We are teaming up with The Hub 3757 to create a gratitude wall and host a badge making workshop with free morning tea.
Kirrip Community Centre - Wednesday 13 September, 11am – 12pm
Join us for a free morning tea session in partnership with Neami National.
Whittlesea
Whittlesea Community Garden - Thursday 14 September, 10am – 12pm
Enjoy a free morning tea amid the serene Whittlesea Community Garden and unleash your creativity with a mindful art activity. Guest speakers from Victoria Police, LIFT mental health, and Expresso Legal will join us.
Mernda
Mernda Village Community Centre and Jindi Community Centre - Thursday 14 September, 10am – 12pm
Join us for a heartwarming morning tea while contributing to the creation of a gratitude wall.
Doreen
Laurimar Community Activity Centre - Monday 11 September – Friday 15 September
Visit our gratitude wall display at Laurimar Community Activity Centre throughout the week.
Lalor
Lalor Library - Monday 11 September – Friday 15 September
Explore our gratitude wall display at Lalor Library throughout the week, where inspiration and meaningful conversations await.