Join Torquay Community House for a free delicious and nutritious two course lunch each month, connecting members of our community to share a meal together.   May's lunch is generously sponsored by and served to you by the Torquay Lions Club!  Members of the club will don their aprons & tongs to serve up a gourmet BBQ, to make sure you have a sizzling good time! Supported by Feed Me Surf Coast, Surf Coast Shire and Rotary Club of Torquay, and Ashbury Community Fund, with volunteers from the community. As this is a limited menu, not all dietary requirements may be catered for. Bookings: online, or email administration@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au or call us on 03 5261 2583. Please advise any dietary requirements, and our team will contact you to discuss

Positivi-tea ☕🌻 A community gathering hosted at Torquay Community House Come share a cuppa and some good conversation. This is a relaxed, drop-in gathering for anyone living with disability or neurodivergence - and the family members, friends, and allies who walk alongside them. Bring your story. Bring your light. Drop in any time between 2pm and 3:30pm. No agenda. No pressure. Just connection. 📅 Sunday 25 May 2026 🕑 2:00pm – 3:30pm 📍 Torquay Community House 14 Price St, Torquay ✅ Disability friendly ✅ Quiet space available ✅ Sensory-friendly environment ✅ All abilities welcome RSVP appreciated (so we can plan for allergies)  In partnership with Wavy Habits 🌻 @wavy.habits

Join us for five FREE crafternoons! Starting Thursday 7th May. Suitable for upper primary and high school aged kids, either solo or with their grown up, this community-driven event invites you to explore your creativity and learn new skills.  Younger siblings are welcome to join in, but must be actively assisted by their supervising adult. Each session, local mentors will guide you through a variety of crafting activities.  These session are great for teens to connect. Come together with friends and neighbors to create handmade treasures. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and a desire to have fun!  INFORMATION FOR PARENTS/CARERS As part of TCH's Child Safe Policy, ALL under 18 unaccompanied participants must be signed in and out of attendance at programs by an authorised contact. Please use the emergency contact fields in the registration to designate additional contacts.  We understand older students may make arrangements to arrive for the program under their own steam, and any planned absences must be communicated in advance. This authority must be given at registration.  ALL participants must be signed out in person by an authorised contact.  Please contact TCH to discuss alternatives. *** Crafts TBA and are subject to change Where: Torquay Community House, 14 Price Street Cost: FREE  Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Commencing 28 April 2026 Low-cost one-on-one 40-minute Maths and English tutoring sessions for students from prep to VCE. Our volunteer tutors have years' of experience in the field. When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:00pm-6:00pm during school terms. Cost: $20 per term We are currently at capacity with available tutors matched to students.  Please complete our Expression of Interest to join the waitlist. Need financial assistance? We have a number of subsidised places for our programs available to community members who require financial assistance. Please email co-ordinator@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au to arrange your subsidised place - all enquiries will remain confidential. Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Commencing from 28 April (9 weeks) Messy Playgroup  A sensory exploration for your little people. Leave the mess to us!  Suitable for all ages. When: Tuesdays 9:30-10:00am Cost: $30 per family / term         $5 pay on the day / casual Need financial assistance? We have a number of subsidised places for our programs available to community members who require financial assistance. Please email co-ordinator@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au to arrange your subsidised place - all enquiries will remain confidential. Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Commencing from 27 April (8 weeks) (note no class June 8, public holiday) Little Da Vincis  These sessions involve lots of fun craft activities including painting, drawing, cutting and pasting for your little one to enjoy and it's a great opportunity to catch up with other parents and carers. Most suitable for 3-to-5-year-olds.  When: Mondays 9.30-10am Cost: $30 per family / term         $5 pay on the day / casual Need financial assistance? We have a number of subsidised places for our programs available to community members who require financial assistance. Please email co-ordinator@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au to arrange your subsidised place - all enquiries will remain confidential. Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Commencing 22 April (5 weeks) Mark your calendars for 22 & 29 April, 10, 17 & 24 June (Sue will be away in May). Come and stretch with Sue!  These gentle mat pilates classes are designed to give you a full body work out - for everyone - beginners or people who have done yoga/Pilates before - all levels of experience are welcome!  Warm up, work out, cool down Mat classes Arm reaches, twists, gentle stretches Participants will be required to sign a health disclaimer form before their first class. When: Wednesdays, 1:30pm - 2:15pm.  Cost: $35 per term, $25 concession.   Need financial assistance? We have a number of subsidised places for our programs available to community members who require financial assistance. Please email co-ordinator@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au to arrange your subsidised place - all enquiries will remain confidential. Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Commencing from 22 April (10 weeks) Active Playgroup  For little people who love to move - this playgroup is all about connecting with other local families and letting the little people explore.  We tailor the activities and toys in these sessions to your little ones stage of development by sourcing toys from a toy library, so there's always something different. When: Wednesday 9:30am - 10:15am Cost: $30 per family per term         $5 pay on the day / casual Need financial assistance? We have a number of subsidised places for our programs available to community members who require financial assistance. Please email co-ordinator@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au to arrange your subsidised place - all enquiries will remain confidential. Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Need a hand lodging your tax return? Free help is now available in your community at Torquay Community House. ATO accredited volunteers help people to lodge their tax return online.  Volunteers can also help you to: create a myGov account lodge an amendment to your tax return claim a refund of franking credits tell us if you don't need to lodge a tax return. Appointments available between 22 July and 30 October (no August appointments)  Are you eligible for tax help program? You are eligible for Tax Help if your income is around $70,000 or less, have simple tax affairs for the income year and you didn't: work as a contractor – for example, a contract cleaner, taxi or uber driver run a business, including as a sole trader have partnership or trust matters sell shares or an investment property own a rental property have capital gains tax (CGT) receive royalties receive distributions from a trust, other than a managed fund receive foreign income, that is not a foreign pension or annuity. You will need to bring 2 forms of ID to your appointment. To make an appointment please call us on 5261 2583, or speak to Reception.  When: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 9:30am - 2:30pm Cost: Free 

Commencing 23 July (8 weeks) In conjunction with Surf Coast Shire, we are delighted to offer this opportunity for connection in Terms 2 & 3.  Our Intergenerational Playgroup is open to people of all ages, this FREE facilitated program brings community members together to enjoy engaging activities in a welcoming space.  Share the magic of intergenerational connection as we bridge the gap between young and old through the joy of play. NOTE:   Parents/carers - please register a ticket for each of the children that you will be bringing Seniors attending without a little person - please register a ticket online for yourself, or call 5261 2583. When: Wednesday 9:30am - 10:15am Cost: FREE Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Commencing 21 July (9 weeks) An expansion of the previously successful "Painting with Parkinson's" program, this inclusive all-abilities art group will explore a range of techniques and styles in a supportive, friendly environment.  No previous artistic experience necessary, established artists are welcome to bring their own work to complete whilst sharing friendship, knowledge and art.  Limited supplies are available to get participants started. Carers are invited to share a cuppa and connect whilst the class is in progress, and assist where needed. When: Mondays 12:45pm - 2.45pm (9 weeks) Cost: $15 per term. Need financial assistance? We have a number of subsidised places for our programs available to community members who require financial assistance. Please email co-ordinator@torquaycommunityhouse.org.au to arrange your subsidised place - all enquiries will remain confidential. Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course

Attention adventurers! Embark on a thrilling journey in our Youth Dungeons & Dragons Adventurers League school holiday program!  Join Game Masters Chris and Kathryn along with other teen players for an epic one off adventure. Unleash your creativity and embark on a thrilling quest. If you have never played before or are an experienced player, you're welcome at this special afternoon event. We'll run 2 tables, and have space for an extra table if you already have an established group and just want a place to meet and play (select BYO Group/Game ticket type)! This program is aimed at students from Year 7 onwards (12y+) Materials provided, but you can bring your own dice if you like.   INFORMATION FOR PARENTS/CARERS As part of TCH's Child Safe Policy, ALL under 18 unaccompanied participants must be signed in and out of attendance at programs by an authorised contact. Please use the emergency contact fields in the registration to designate additional contacts.  We understand older students may make arrangements to arrive for the program under their own steam, and any planned absences must be communicated in advance. This authority must be given at registration.  ALL participants must be signed out in person by an authorised contact.  Please contact TCH to discuss alternatives. When: Tuesday 15th July 1pm - 4pm Where: Torquay Community House, 14 Price Street Cost: FREE  Terms & Conditions Enrolments will be accepted in the order of receipt until classes fill Classes may be cancelled if insufficient numbers of participants enrol Full refund of fees will be payable if classes are cancelled by Torquay Community  House Refund of fees will not be paid unless notification of withdrawal is received in writing 2 working days prior to commencement of the course