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Active Citizenship is community involvement through volunteer activities. The website is a free regional resource for volunteer vacancies, recruitment, training & much more!
email: barbaral@ecg.vic.edu.au website: http://www.activecitizenship.org.au
Address Private Bag 5 LEONGATHA VIC 3953
Contact Ms Barbara Look, Project Officer Ph: 03 5662 6700
Has regular meetings each 3rd Thursday of the month at RSL Hall, Inverloch (15 Bolding Place, Inverloch) for those who appreciate and value social contacts, opportunities to meet others, and visit places on outings.
Address P.O.Box 127, Inverloch Rhyll VIC 3996
Contact Mr David Paroissien, President Ph: 03 5674 2152
Across Bass Coast & Sth Gippsland varies each month.
All Welcome to attend or be placed on mailing list.
Address 71 Gordon Street Wonthaggi Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Ms Patrice 'Muthaymiles' Mahoney, Founder and Chair Ph: 0457 804 777
A shire-wide volunteer community association that seeks to raise the standard of accountability, transparency, community engagement, and fiscal responsibility of Bass Coast Shire Council.
email: . website: http://www.basscrra.org
Address PO BOX 774 Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr Andrew Marston, Vice President Ph: 0448 999 138
Group of Bass Coast ratepayers who meet to discuss common concerns.
Address 77 Tamara Cres Inverloch VIC 3996
Contact Ms Jo Wilkinson, Convenor Ph: 0400 061 275
Provide advocacy information & welfare services to the veterans community & their families. Veterans widow dependant.
New members welcome. Office open Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Address 60 Graham St Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr Rod Gallagher, Chairperson Ph: 03 5672 4226
Working towards reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
Address PO Box 713 LEONGATHA South Dudley VIC 3953
Contact Dr Marg Lynn, . Ph: 0419361039
We are volunteers that work around Bass, Grantville, Glen Forbes, Almurta, Glen Alvie and Kongwak to ensure that ANZAC Day rememberance days continue to run.
We also maintain service records kept at Bass Hall and publish histories of service personnel.
Address C/- Corinella Post Office Corinella VIC 3984
Contact Mrs Sue Kinniff, Secretary Ph: 0418 588 596
The Cape Paterson Neighbourly program supports individual’s rights and wishes to live independently and age in place. Volunteers provide social support to increase a sense of well being in the community.
Address capeneighbourlyprogram@gmail.com Cape Paterson VIC 3995
Contact Mrs Susan Edwards, Committee Member Ph: 0408 488 353
Details The purpose of the incorporated association is to protect and enhance the natural environment and amenity of Cape Woolamai for current and future generations.
Address 2 Vista Pl Corinella VIC 3925
Contact Mrs Nyree Davis, President Ph: capewoolamaicommunity@gmail.com
We meet Monday and Thursday, 1-3pm or 4pm. Games, lunches, outings, friends club.
Address 16 Beach St Corinella VIC 3984
Contact Mrs Margaret Tiedeman, Secretary Ph: 03 5678 0716
New members welcome.
Address c/- Post Office Corinella VIC 3984
Contact Mrs Lyndell Parker, President Ph: 0422 247 490
Adult social night - Tuesday nights 7-10pm. Monday Playgroup, 10am-12pm.
Coronet Bay Hall 'Fred Gration Reserve'
10-99 Gellibrand Street - Coronet bay
Address 16 Bantering Bay Road Coronet Bay Dalyston VIC 3984
Contact Mrs Ann Reed, President Ph: 03 5678 0341
Open to all women, all ages, child friendly. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday monthly, 7pm at Mitchell House, Wonthaggi.
Lots of activities across branches in the Group, including craft group, gardening group, film group and soon to start book club.
2011 Bass Group Exhibition on 1st April.
Address P.O. Box 14, Newhaven VIC 3984
Contact Ms Machelle Crichton, Bass Group President Ph: 0407 781 025
"Meets on the first Tuesday of each month at Coronet Bay Hall for friendship, talks, craft, tea & scones. New members welcome."
Address Cornoet Bay Hall Coronet Bay VIC 3984
Contact Mrs Faye Tuchtan, President Ph: fmt@dcsi.net.au
Meets 2nd Mon each month, Feb-Nov. New members very welcome.
Address c/- 4 Loter Ave Pioneer Bay VIC 3984
Contact Mrs Gwenda Swan, President Ph: 03 5997 6372
Blue Gum Reserve, Cowes
Address PO Box 889 Grantville VIC 3927
Contact Ms Jon Dixon, contact Ph: PIdogwalkers@gmail.com
The group monitors the flora and fauna of local reserves and parks, keeping a watching brief on public land and biodiversity of the Wonthaggi area.
email: fowh@capepaterson.asn.au website: http://www.capepaterson.asn.au/index.php/fowhcr
Address PO Box 849 Pound Creek VIC 3995
Contact Ms Anne Looney, Secretary Ph: 0408 101 399
Meeting held every 3 months to discuss/help with community issues/ problems/ events happening around Grantville and district.
Address c/- 58 Sonia Crescent Pioneer Bay VIC 3984
Contact Mr Zena Benbow, President Ph: 03 5997 6235
Variety market held every 4th Sunday of the month except December (3rd Sunday).
Address PO Box 25 Grantville VIC 3984
Contact Mr Neville Goodwin, President Ph: 03 5657 7245
Greek senior community with holiday homes in Bass Coast. Greek Seniors now retired living permanently in Bass Coast.
Address PO Box 884 Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Ms Helen Valsamis, Treasurer Ph: 03 5952 6610
Meetings 2nd Thursday of month at the Fat Seagull 6:00 for 6:30
Address 21 Wyndham Avenue Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Miss Christine Wickes, Secretary Ph: 03 5952 2502
Details Call for more information and meeting dates and times
The Association provides a forum to improve education and communication within the community about matters affecting the planning, development and management of Inverloch. It liaises with Government and other authorities or organisations on planning matters affecting the residents of Inverloch.
Address PO Box 60 Rhyll VIC 3996
Contact Mr Dave Sutton, President Ph: 0419 230 110
Members of the Inverloch RSL meet in the Sub Branch Hall on 2nd Wednesday of the month from 1.30pm - 3pm. New members welcome For Hall booking contact Ted Cross 03 5674 1288 email tcross@dcsi.net.au
Address PO Box 95 Rhyll VIC 3996
Contact Mr Bob Lambie, Secretary Ph: 03 5674 3205 or 04392 567 51
Inverloch VIEW club (which stands for Voice, Interests, and Education of Women) are an important part of The Smith Family, a children's charity which assists underprivileged Australian families. We are a friendly group of women from all walks of life and we meet once a month at The Inlet Hotel, Inverloch for lunch, with a guest speaker, at 12 noon on the 4th Tuesday of every month (except January). New members are most welcome.
Address P.O. Box 134 INVERLOCH Rhyll VIC 3996
Contact Mrs Jill Widmer, Secretary Ph: (03)5674 3910
Community association that manages Kilcunda Community Hall, Annual Australia Day weekend Lobster Festival and other activities focused on the wellbeing and amenities for the Kilcunda community.
email: secretary@kcda.org.au website: www.kilcunda.org.au
Address 3513-3515 Bass Highway Kilcunda VIC 3995
Contact Ms Andrea Bolch, Secretary Ph: 0400 065 253
Meets on the third Wednesday of every month (first Wednesday in December). Meeting place for locals/visitors to area.
Address 900 Sheepways Rd Krowera VIC 3945
Contact Mrs Robyn Edmonds, Secretary Ph: 03 5657 7231
Serving the community. Meets first and third Monday at Inlet Hotel. New members welcome.
Address PO Box 245 Inverloch VIC 3996
Contact Mr Lynda Turley, Secretary Ph: 0490 017 160
Meetings held at The Wonthaggi Club, McBride Avenue. Wonthaggi.
Address PO Box 69 Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr Revelin Phillips, Secretary Ph: 03 5672 1088
First meeting Thursday 11 January 2018
Meets every Thursday, between 10.00am and 12.00pm.
There is so much to learn and gain from sharing different cultural experiences. This new group invites women from all cultures to come together, relax over a cuppa, meet and make new friends, share a laugh, experiences and ideas. Perhaps even learn some new skills!
Address Wonthaggi Neighbourhood Centre Mitchell House, 6 Murray Street Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact . Debra Carnduff, . Ph: 0407 975 815
Friendly group of National Service who served their country between 1951 and 1972. General meetings Inverloch RSL - February, May, August, November, on the first Sunday at 10am.
Address PO Box 101 Korumburra VIC 3950
Contact Mrs Ellen Earl, Secretary Ph: 03 5655 1853
Details Newhaven Residents Group seeks to communicate with local residents about local projects and news. The residents association is a community committee for residents in Newhaven, Phillip Island. We care about our beautiful village on Phillip Island and would like to connect with residents and home owners to share information on local news, happenings and issues in the village and surrounds.
email: newhavenresidents@gmail.com website: https://www.facebook.com/newhavencommunity/
Address 1 Fowler Grove The Gurdies VIC 3925
Contact Ms Jenny Merrick, President Ph: 0409 010 824
Voice, interest & education of women. Friendly group of ladies meet for lunch 4th Mon of month. Social Outings 2nd Mon of month. New members welcome.
Address PO Box 117 Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Mrs Irene McKell, Enquiries & Bookings Ph: 03 5952 3447
Mason Craft Lodge meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm.
email: goldiebb@dodo.com.au website: http://www.phillipislandmasonic.com.au
Address PO Box 77 Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Dr Robbie Brown, Secretary Ph: 03 5956 6496
The Phillip Island Medical and Health Action Group (inc) is a volunteer organisation that advocates for improved medical and health services for the community of Phillip Island and San Remo with key stakeholders. The organisation has a role in informing the community about changes in this area and may undertake fundraising to achieve medical improvements in services.
Incorporated organisation number A0097395N
email: linda@marston.com.au website: pimhag.com
Address 67 Rhyll-Newhaven Rd Rhyll VIC 3923
Contact Dr Linda Marston PhD, Secretary Ph: 0428 344 726
Phillip Island RSL welfare and pensions centre. Veteran and Community support.
email: info@pirsl.com.au website: http://www.phillipislandrsl.com.au
Address PO Box 503 Grantville VIC 3922
Contact Lone Pine Bistro Mr Tom Mallaghan, President Ph: 03 5952 1004
Meets Friday for Club Day 3 course meal.
Club hours:
Address PO Box 405 Grantville VIC 3922
Contact Mr Allan Droscher, President Ph: 03 5952 1521
Pioneer Bay Reserve Committee of Management; for hires and concerns in Daisy Avenue Reserve Pioneer Bay, please contact
Address c/- 58 Sonia Crescent Ventnor VIC 3984
Contact Ms Zena Benbow, President Ph: 0417 343037
Social club for retired or semi retired professional / business people. Meets once a month (first Wednesday - except January) at 10 am. The meeting includes an interesting speaker or presentation followed by lunch. Activities include meal out and other tours. Meets at the George Bass Hotel.
Address PO Box 27 Kilcunda VIC 3984
Contact Ms Heather Reid, Secretary Ph: 0421012519
Meeting at The Senior Citizens on the third Monday of the month at 10.00am.
Address PO Box 183 Grantville VIC 3922
Contact Ms Carl Russo, President Ph: o449679876
Details For retired or semi-retired men and women. For fun, fellowship and friendship. Meetings are on 1st Thurs of each month at Warrawee Senior Citizens Hall, Inverloch at10am. with a guest speaker. Regular activities include day outings, dine-outs and trips away. Interest groups include: walking, golf, knitting and film groups.
Address PO Box 189 Rhyll VIC 3996
Contact Mrs Julie Sharp, Secretary Ph: 03 5674 2903
The Club provides intellectual, cultural interests and activities for club members who are retired or semi retired. Emphasis on Friendship, Fellowship & Fun
email: vinkana12@gmail.com website: phillipisland50752@probusclubs.com.au
Address PO Box 361 Grantville VIC 3922
Contact Ms Anna Van Caem, Secretary Ph: 03 5956 8220
Meets at the Newhaven Public Hall Cleeland Street at 10am on the second Monday of every month except January. Visitors and prospective members – retired and semi-retired men and women, are most welcome. Come and find out what Probus has to offer, including interesting speakers, outings, trips and shared meals.
Inquiries: Secretary Bob Andrews 0437 526 757, email andrewssanremo@yahoo.com.au or write to PO Box 43 San Remo 3925
Address PO Box 43 San Remo VIC 3925
Contact Mr Bob Andrews, Secretary Ph: 0437 526 757
Meets monthly on the first Wednesday at 10.00am in the Wonthaggi Workmen's Club. New members welcome.
Address PO Box 845 Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mrs Helen Gladstone, Secretary Ph: 03 5674 4687
To enhance the well being of residents and ensure the Rhyll community remains connected, healthy and vibrant. Meets at Rhyll Mechanics Hall. 3rd Saturday on odd numbered Months @ 10am. (Jan, March, May, Sept, Nov)
Address c/- Rhyll Post Office Rhyll VIC 3923
Contact Mrs Judy Lawrence, President Ph: 0418325055
Residents against inappropriate development.
email: rhyllraid@hotmail.com website: http://www.rhyllraid.com
Address PO Box 8063 VIC 3923
Contact Ms Cheryl Overton, Secretary Ph: 0427 680 483
Club meets every Monday evening at the Phillip Island RSL, Thompson Avenue, Cowes. Arrive at 6.00pm for 6.30pm meeting.
Please direct any enquiries to Phillip Dressing
email: phildressing@waterfront.net.au website: http://www.clubrunner.ca/portal/Home.aspx?accountid=5360
Address PO Box 544 Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Mr Phil Dressing, President Ph: 0423 058 510
Service Club. Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday at The Wonthaggi Club, 6.15pm.
Address PO Box 80 Pound Creek VIC 3995
Contact Mr Gary Sharrock, Secretary Ph: 03 5672 5812
Community based, world wide organisation. Raises money to help the community. Meets on the second and fourth Tuesday at San Remo Hotel, 6.30 for 7pm dinner meeting. New members welcome.
Address PO Box 127 San Remo VIC 3925
Contact Mrs Heather Berquist, President Ph: 03 5956 7592
"Residents Group encouraging the orderly management, maintenance, supervision, protection & development of the natural, cultural, civic, wild life, environmental & recreational resources of Smiths Beach. "
email: phildressing@waterfront.net.au website: https://smithsbeachcomber.com/
Address RMB 5090 Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Mr Phillip Dressing, N/A Ph: N/A
1) Preservation of the environment 2) Education regarding fire prevention and protection 3) Represent the interest of members in negotiation with Federal, State or Local Government, any other organisation and individual
Address PO Box 124 Grantville VIC 3984
Contact Ms Jean Coffey, President Ph: 03 5678 0617
Educational and Social Activities group for retirees.
email: munrosc@bigpond.com website: http://www.pical.org.au
Address c/- PICAL 56-58 Church Street Cowes VIC 3922
Contact Mr Steve Munro, President Ph: 03 5952 6461
Activities for seniors. Social afternoons, pool tables, carpet bowls, table tennis, line dancing, cards. Open every day. New members very welcome.
Address PO Box 91 Rhyll VIC 3996
Contact Mrs Marjorie Ford, President Ph: (03) 5672 3667
An active and inclusive club servicing the needs of the many women and men of Wonthaggi and the surrounding Bass Coast region.
Enjoy a wide range of activities including Walking, Dine Outs, Fishing, Picnics, Movies, Live Entertainment, Singing, Scrabble, Day Tours, Extended Tours, Cruises, Cabin & Caravan Tours.
Meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 9.45am at the Wonthaggi Workmens Club. Visitors and New members welcome.
email: probuswonthaggi@gmail.com website: www.probussouthpacific.org/microsites/wonthaggianddistrict
Address PO Box 411 65-75 Graham Street Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mrs Lauraine Knape, President Ph: 03 5672 4037
Details New members welcome. Help for new researchers. Opening hours-Tuesday 10am-5pm Thursday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm Enter via Wonthaggi Library.
email: secretary@wonthaggigenealogy.org.au website: http://www.wonthaggigenealogy.org.au
Address . 23 Murray Street Pound Creek VIC 3995
Contact Mrs Glenys Dempsey, Secretary Ph: 03 5672 3803
Meets Thursday from 10am to 4pm at the Seniors Citizens club on Murray Street, Wonthaggi.
Address PO Box 591 Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mrs Lena Brusamarello, Tresurer Ph: 03 5672 2942
Address PO Box 586 Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr Warren Nankervis, Secretary Ph: 0417 318 834
Traditional RSL providing pensions and welfare to Veterans and Famillies and community services through hall hire to commuity groups, and hosting of Certifcate level training courses throughout the year. Large library dedicated to military history and internet services with four computers is also avialable. Open Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 am to 3:30pm. Opportunity for volunteers to engage in community support activity are available.
Address PO Box 22 Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr Rod Gallagher, Secretary Ph: 03 5672 4226 - Wednesday only
Wonthaggi Returned Servicemen's League Sub Branch, established in Wonthaggi in 1918. Provides welfare and pension support for Veterans in Bass Coast Shire through the Bass Coast Veterans Centre open Wednesday and Thursday.
Operates Bingo on Saturday nights at the RSL Hall in Graham Street. Operates a Broadband Kiosk on Wenesday and Thursday providing internet access and some training. WiFi is available in the Hall. Seeking additional volunteers to allow Intenet access to open for five days per week.
RSL Hall is available for hire with off street parking an up graded kitchen and airconditioning. Has internet connections through building and training facilities including TV and digital projection. Hall is suitable for training small and large groups, dance, exercise, functions up to 120 people and meetings both in Hall and smaller conference room. Hall already used by Wonthaggi Girl Guides, Bass Ballet and Bass antique car club. Recently arranged a hosting agreement with a Training Organisation who has already delivered Certificate 3 courses in Hospitality and Certificate 4 courses in Business Administration. Certifcate training in Aged Care is planned for Mar ch 2015.
Contact Mr Rod Gallagher, Secretary Ph: 03 5672 4226
Bingo Monday 1.30pm
Indoor Bowls Tuesday 1.30pm
Indoor Bowls Friday 1.00pm
Address 46-50 Murray St Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr Raymond Ware, President Ph: 03 5672 1301
Fundraising group for the Royal Children's Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
Address 36 Turner St Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Mr John Duscher, Area Organiser Ph: 03 5672 1072
Meet across Bass Coast & South Gippsland each month
Address 71 Gordon Street Wonthaggi VIC 3995
Contact Ms Patrice 'Muthaymiles' Mahoney, Founder and Coordinator Ph: 0457804777
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