Do you want to make a difference in your community and in Brimbank?
Are you part of a community group seeking to enhance your skills and knowledge to create positive change?
The Brimbank Community Governance Training Program is here to equip individuals and community groups with the tools, skills, and knowledge to shape a brighter future for their communities.
Discover practical tips and strategies to help your community group or small organization thrive. Gain access to updated resources and insights to support effective planning, operations, and decision-making.
Get Involved:
- Free workshops: There is no cost to attend, but registration is required via TryBooking.
- Flexible participation: Attend one session or as many as you like.
- Accessible format: Sessions are offered in person or online via Zoom.
- Stay informed: Registered participants will receive detailed training information via email before each session.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your community impact!
How to book:
Click on the link provided for each session.
For more information email: CGPrograms@brimbank.vic.gov.au or phone: 03 9249 4000
Upcoming Community Governance Training - August to November 2025
Starting a new community group - August 2025
Starting a new community group - August 2025
This training guides participants through the process of setting up a new community group or organisation. It covers essential steps such as defining the mission and vision, developing a business plan, registering the group, and building a governance structure, laying a strong foundation for successful operation. Give community members the information required to start a community group. Where to register? What are the legal requirements? Benefits to register. Provide relevant resources.
Date: Thursday, 21 August
Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans.
Booking link: Starting a new Community Group
Partnering with other organisations for ongoing support - August 2025
Partnering with other organisations for ongoing support - August 2025
This training focuses on building strong, effective partnerships between organisations to ensure ongoing support for your community groups. Participants will learn strategies for identifying potential partners, fostering collaborative relationships, and creating sustainable networks. The session will cover communication techniques, shared goals, and the importance of mutual trust to provide impactful support.
Date: Tuesday, 26 August
Time: 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Online via zoom. To receive the zoom link, kindly use the booking link below to RSVP.
Booking link: Partnering with other Organisations for Ongoing Support
Grant writing workshop - September 2025
Grant writing workshop - September 2025
This session will provide community groups and organizations’ grant writers with information, skills and knowledge to prepare and apply for grants from a variety of funding sources including the Brimbank Community Grants.
Date: Monday, 8 September
Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm
Venue: Sydenham Neighbourhood House, Taylors Lakes.
Booking link: Grants Writing Workshop
First Nations yarning circles - October 2025
First Nations yarning circles - October 2025
A 3-hour cultural immersion interactive session exploring the richness of First Nations culture through storytelling and shared conversation.
This interactive session is designed to deepen your understanding of First Nations culture and promote meaningful conversations through a Yarning Circle – a safe and respectful space for dialogue, storytelling and shared learning, includes a short presentation and guided discussions. The session blends presentation and open discussion in a culturally respectful setting. Perfect for community members and service providers wanting to build deeper cultural awareness.
Date: Tuesday, 14 October
Time: 10.00am to 1.00pm
Venue: Visy Cares Hub, Sunshine
Booking link: First Nations Yarning Circle
Applying for grants - budget writing for grants - October 2025
Applying for grants - budget writing for grants - October 2025
This session will cover how to write a budget for grants purposes.
Date: Wednesday, 15 October
Time: 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Online via zoom. To receive the zoom link, kindly use the booking link below to RSVP.
Booking link: Applying for grants - budget writing for grants
Project management - delivering community projects - November 2025
Project management - delivering community projects - November 2025
This training helps turn project ideas into community events by covering idea generation, planning, resource allocation, execution, and evaluation. It equips community groups with the skills and tools needed to manage and implement community projects effectively, encouraging members to develop and work for the success of their projects.
Date: Tuesday, 11 November
Time: 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Venue: St Albans Community Centre, 33 Princess Street, St Albans
Booking link: Project management - delivering community projects
