Skills Lab: Makeup
2026-03-12 16:00 - 2026-04-02 18:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Sydenham Neighbourhood House, Station St, Taylors Lakes, VIC, 3038, Australia
A 4-week career introductory course designed for those considering a career in beauty or makeup.
You’ll learn:

How to consult and listen to clients
Makeup application and techniques
Pathways into the beauty industry
Beauty courses post-program

Expect to make new friends, gain hands-on practise, meet makeup pros, and learning if a makeup job is right for you.

SESSION DATES THURSDAYS 4PM – 6PM:
March 12
March 19
March 26
April 2

Natural Pest and Disease Management - My Smart Garden
2026-03-28 14:30 - 16:30 | Hunt Club Community & Arts Centre, 775 Ballarat Rd, Deer Park, VIC, 3023, Australia
Experienced horticulturalist and presenter Kat Lavers will teach you how to manage common pests and diseases in your garden using simple natural methods. This workshop will include an indoor presentation and an outdoor portion where you will have a chance to see the Hunt Club’s beautiful garden and learn more about pest and disease management. Please note, we will remain inside in the event of bad weather.
Topics covered include:

Identifying pests and diseases
Addressing the causes
Encouraging beneficial insects
Prevention, management, and treatment using natural methods

Please remember to wear sunscreen and a hat when outdoors.
Please note that this is an event for Naarm/Melbourne gardeners only. If you live outside this area, please contact your council to find out what free sustainable gardening events are available locally.
Accessibility: This event will be partially held outside where there is some uneven ground.
If you have any access or support questions or requirements in order to participate fully (eg. interpreter), please let us know at least two weeks prior to the event and we will be pleased to assist you.

Job application support
2026-03-30 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-31 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-01 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-02 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-03 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-06 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-07 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-08 10:00 - 16:30 and 5 more dates | Visy Cares Hub, 80B Harvester Road, Sunshine, VIC, 3020, Australia
How we can help:

Resume and cover letter review and ideas for improvements.
Tips for navigating job searching and applying online.
Referral to other supports, such as mock interviews, professional careers counselling, and free-of-charge or low cost training programs.

How it works:
You can either drop in during our opening hours or book an appointment below. Sessions usually go for 30mins and are offered free-of-charge. Once here, you’ll chat with one of our team members about your interests, strengths and goals, and together we’ll work out how we can best support you.
Who is this for:
Everyone! Whether you’re getting ready to apply for your first ever job; you’re thinking about a career change; or you’re looking to return to the workforce after some time off, the team at Brimbank Learning Futures are here to help.
Register here

Resume Help at Deer Park Library
2026-03-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Deer Park Library, 4 Neale Rd, Deer Park, VIC, 3023, Australia
Need help to improve your resume?
Bring a digital copy of your resume to Sunshine Library and get support with updating.
Register here

Learn To Drive - Virtual Simulation
2026-03-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Sunshine Library, 301 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine, VIC, 3020, Australia
Practise your driving skills in a virtual simulation designed by road safety experts at Sunshine Library.
Register here

Career Counselling
2026-04-01 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-08 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-15 13:00 - 17:00 | St Albans Library, 71A Alfrieda St, St Albans, VIC, 3021, Australia
Book a one-hour session with a Careers Consultant from VU Skills and Jobs Centre.
Email blfvisycareshub@brimbank.vic.gov.au to book.

Chill & Chat at Sydenham Library
2026-04-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-08 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Sydenham Library, 1 Station Street, Watergardens Town Centre, Taylors Lakes, VIC, 3038, Australia
Love video games? Looking for a place to hang out afterschool with friends? Interested in having a say in what you want to do in Brimbank Libraries? Drop in to Sydenham Library for our weekly Chill & Chat sessions and become a part of our library community whereby your ideas matter. Snacks provided.
Age range: Young People 13-25 years old
Bookings are not essential, but please feel free to register your interest if you’d like to receive a reminder email.
Register here

Chill & Chat at Deer Park Library
2026-04-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Deer Park Library, 4 Neale Rd, Deer Park, VIC, 3023, Australia
Love video games? Looking for a place to hang out afterschool with friends? Interested in having a say in what you want to do in Brimbank Libraries? Drop in to (library name) for our weekly Chill & Chat sessions and become a part of our library community whereby your ideas matter. Snacks provided.
Age range: Young People 13-25 years old
Bookings are not essential, but please feel free to register your interest if you’d like to receive a reminder email.
Register here

Mock Interviews
2026-04-02 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-09 14:00 - 17:00 | Visy Cares Hub, 80B Harvester Road, Sunshine, VIC, 3020, Australia
Book a half hour session with us and we’ll help you practise for your upcoming interview, or interviews in general!
Simply let us know what role you’re applying for and we’ll tailor the interview to match. We’ll also provide feedback and tips and tricks to help you work on your craft.
Drop-ins also welcome, however we may not always be able to accomodate if someone else is booked in!
Book here

Resume Help at Sydenham Library
2026-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Sydenham Library, 1 Station Street, Watergardens Town Centre, Taylors Lakes, VIC, 3038, Australia
Need help to improve your resume?
Bring a digital copy of your resume to Sydenham Library and get support with updating.
Register here

Resume Help at Sunshine Library
2026-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Sunshine Library, 301 Hampshire Rd, Sunshine, VIC, 3020, Australia

Libraries After Dark: Calligraphy Workshop
2026-04-02 18:00 - 19:30 | St Albans Library, 71A Alfrieda St, St Albans, VIC, 3021, Australia
Learn the art of calligraphy writing with Candy Ng. From script writing to understanding pen and ink pressure and flow, take home your own artwork.
Light refreshments will be avalible 30 minutes before workshop begins.
