Yarraville Community Centre

YCC’s vocational education and training programs are still taking enrolments with limited spots still available. This is your opportunity to get started on your nationally accredited qualifications and become industry‑ready in a supportive, community‑focused learning environment.

YCC’s courses open the door to practical, job ready skills that align with today’s fastest growing industries. Whether you’re drawn to community services, school based education support, or ageing and disability support, our programs empower you to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Email our education manager Karishma Karki for enrolment and course information: [email protected]

Vocational Education and Training Courses 👇
🔹CHC30221 Certificate III in School-Based Education Support
🔹CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) & now offering specialisation in Disability only certification.
🔹CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
🔹CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

YCC is a registered training organisation (TOID 4207) and learn local provider.
Eligibility criteria and subject to interviews may be applicable for concessions. Please call our education manager Karishma Karki to discuss (9687 1560).

Head to the website to read more👇
https://www.ycc.net.au/vocational-education/

⭐️School Holiday Program ~ Only 4 Spots Left!⭐️

With just 4 school days to go until the holidays begin, now’s the time to secure one of the last remaining places in YCC’s School Holiday Cook Up Adventure Day! 👩‍🍳🍴

All of our other holiday programs are now fully booked, and these final spots won’t last long. Don’t miss out on a day packed with fun, creativity, and delicious adventures in the kitchen!

Book online 👇

Holiday Cook-Up Fun Adventure - Yarraville Community Centre Get ready for a full day of cooking adventure!Children will start the morning cooking Stir Fried Noodles and Spring Rolls for their own lunch, then switch to sweet creativity in the afternoon as they decorate their very own. It’s savoury fun, sweet delights, and hands‑on kitchen magic all in one...

Refugee Week is a time to honour the courage and resilience of people who have been forced to rebuild their lives far from home. This year’s theme, “A Million Stories,” reminds us that every person carries a story shaped by hope, loss, strength, and possibility.

At YCC, we are grateful for the opportunity to hear some of these stories. Through our programs and services, we aim to create spaces where refugees feel supported, and empowered as they begin new chapters in their lives. It’s a privilege to walk alongside individuals and families as they settle, grow, and contribute to our community.

The final participants of YCC’s AI Skills Program for refugee and migrant women received their certificates yesterday, marking a proud celebration of their hard-earned achievement.

YCC’s partnership with Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC) and Good Things Foundation Australia enables programs like this to support women from CALD communities in gaining digital skills they may otherwise never have had the opportunity to learn. It was a wonderful way to honour their achievements, and we extend our thanks to the dedicated digital mentors who supported this program.

Got a child with big ideas, funny jokes, original songs, poems, stories, or dreams of being on the radio? Give them the microphone these July school holidays!

Join YCC’s FREE Podcasting Basics workshop, where kids can bring their creativity to life and learn how to create their own podcast. Unique, hands-on, and packed with fun, it’s a school holiday experience kids will love. Kat and Kayla your podcast tutors, will show kids the basics and fundamentals of creating a podcast. The best bit? Their recording will be played on The Westsider Radio during Book Week, so the whole community can hear their creation!

Three time slots will be offered during the one day (Session programing will be the same, simply run at different times). Bookings are strictly limited, get in quick these spots will disappear fast! To go on the waitlist email: [email protected]

BOOKINGS👇

https://www.ycc.net.au/product-category/school-holiday-program/



Jessie Deane

Last week we put out a call for volunteers, well… we had some eager candidates trot in!

Our two very enthusiastic four-legged friends, Gordie and Biddy arrived ready to “help” with our community pantry and foodbank deliveries. Their energy was unmatched, but after careful assessment, we’ve decided they may not be the best fit for heavy lifting. A+ for enthusiasm though💕💙💚

If you feel inspired by Gordie and Biddy’s commitment, we’re still welcoming (human) volunteers to help with our community pantry, foodbank deliveries and container deposit machine. Get in touch with YCC by calling 9687 1560 or emailing [email protected]

Gordy and Biddie’s adorable hi-vis vests were lovingly handmade by our volunteer Sue, a beautiful reminder that every contribution makes a difference at YCC!

Get in touch with the team on the below👇
☎ 9687 1560
📩[email protected]

Yarraville Community Centre is calling on local volunteers to help keep our community pantry and recycling services running smoothly. If you can spare even 30 minutes, contact 9687 1560 or [email protected].

Volunteering around these days and times in particular are in need of support:

♻️Tuesday help: Foodbank Delivery: 10am–11.30am — unloading Foodbank boxes, items can be mid-heavy (potatoes/milk cartons/fruit and veg boxes).

♻️Saturday help: Container Deposit Machine: Anytime between 12–1pm — maintain the TOMRA recycling machine. About 30 minutes to 1 hour.

♻️Saturday pantry help: Anytime, restocking the outdoor pantry.

Your support keeps food accessible and encourages community recycling. If you’re able to lend a hand, even briefly, please get in touch to support these programs.

☎ 9687 1560
📩 [email protected]
🏡59 Francis Street, Yarraville VIC 3013

It was inspiring for YCC to be a part of the opening of Foodbank Victoria's new Altona warehouse yesterday. The energy in the room and the commitment to fighting food insecurity were truly uplifting.

This new facility will help deliver even more fresh, healthy food to families who need it most. YCC’s CEO Jessie Deane stood alongside Foodbank CEO Dave McNamara, community representatives, and local MPs as this important step forward was celebrated.

Yarraville Community Centre’s food relief program, which supports so many vulnerable people and families, relies on the generosity of community donations and the vital partnership of Foodbank Victoria. We sincerely thank all the volunteers and organisations who contribute to this essential work and help ensure no one in our community goes without.

YCC’s monthly Chatty Café Morning Tea, a simple initiative centred on connection, is back next Thursday, 18 June. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space where people can come together, share a cuppa, enjoy something to eat, and settle into easy conversation. It has become a wonderful way to bring our community closer and find out what's happening inside Yarraville Community Centre.

These monthly morning teas are open to everyone, and we love seeing both new and familiar faces. Hop online to register via the YCC website or via Humanitix.

YCC Website👇
https://www.ycc.net.au/product-category/chatty-cafe/

Humanitix👇
https://events.humanitix.com/yarraville-community-centre-s-chatty-cafe-morning-tea-thursday-18-june

Registering always help us cater for everyone attending, but if you forget, please drop in anyway.