Do you ever wish you could get hands-on help with things you're not sure how to do? While online resources like Google and YouTube are helpful, nothing compares to learning from real people in a community setting. It creates a sense of belonging and accomplishment that enriches our lives.
In our recent discussions with the tradies working at the Neighbourhood Centre, we explored the topic of life skills—how they’re learned, who can share knowledge, and what skills our community could learn together. It’s easy to overlook the everyday skills we picked up as children from our families. However, not everyone has had those experiences, and in today's fast-paced world, where both parents often work, essential life skills can be overlooked. Let's face it—growing up and taking care of ourselves can be challenging!
At the Neighbourhood Centre, we are committed to fostering practical life skills learning through regular community workshops. We believe in the power of collaboration with the Burdekin community, and to bring this idea to life, we need your insights, suggestions, and participation.
Join us for our community chat sessions on:
- Tuesday, November 12th, from 6 PM to 7 PM
- Thursday, November 14th, from 2 PM to 3 PM
These sessions will be held at 40 Chippendale Street, AYR.
If you can’t attend either session, don’t worry! You can reach out to us via Facebook, email, or phone.
We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts on what skills you’d like to learn or any knowledge you’d love to share with others. We’re also eager to partner with local businesses, organisations, and clubs to make this a truly inclusive community effort.
During our conversations several suggestions emerged:
- Preparing to leave home (cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene)
- Basic car maintenance
- Simple home repairs
- Introductory sewing skills
- Budget-friendly cooking
- Tips on using a BBQ and sharing recipes
- Basic first aid training
- Support for single parents and their children
- Freezer meal preparation
- Home organisation strategies
- Parenting advice (new and experienced parents)
The list goes on, and it can only grow with your input!
We envision these engaging workshops as ongoing community events, helping us all learn and grow together.
Let’s put the UNITY back in COMMUNITY!
Until next time,
The Team - Burdekin Neighbourhood Centre
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