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www.darwincommunityarts.org.au At the Underground at the Malak Community Square- Malak The Malak Community Shed A new community shed promoting creativity, sustainability, social cohesion and a sense of community. The first community shed project to be established in the Northern Territory will be in the Northern Suburb of Malak and coordinated by Darwin Community Arts with funding through Australian Federal Government through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). The Malak Community Shed will be a focal point of the new community space in the underground car park at the Malak Shopping Center. The Community Shed will be run by a community support group that includes community members and Darwin Community Arts volunteers in consultation with local Malak stakeholder organisations including; The Multicultural Council of the NT, Melaleuca Refugee Centre, KJS Entertainment and Mission Australia. The Community Shed will be used for meetings, seminars, cultural exchange, arts skills training, creation and knowledge transfer, repairing and refurbishing of re-cycled goods for re-purposing that will include bicycles, furniture, computers equipment to name a few. It will also be a place for learning and understanding, a place to meet new people and will create opportunities to learn sustainability practices and build on the Malak Community Garden and will be inclusive of all. Local Darwin community projects coordinator takes the reigns of the shed. Local artist, performer and project coordinator Paul Wyatt has been contracted by Darwin Community Arts to coordinate the Malak Community Shed project. As a long term Darwin resident and community advocate, Paul has gained vast experience from his time as NT Manager and long term volunteer of Neighbourhood Watch and Community Patrols NT. Paul also coordinated the 2011 Palmerston Festival and has established solid relationships with many of the ethnic communities in the Northern Territory. Paul also heads up local corporate band Capricornia and has coordinated and performed at many community events and collaborated with local artists including Darwin Rondalla to fundraise for local and international charities. Paul can be contacted through the DCA office or call him direct on 0407 454 131. Email: [email protected]
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A t t h e U n d e r g r o u n d a t t h e M a l a k C o m m u n i t y S q u a r e - M a l a k
The Malak Community Shed
A new community shed promoting creativity, sustainability, social cohesion and a sense of community.
The first community shed project to be established in the Northern Territory will be in the Northern Suburb of Malak and coordinated by Darwin Community Arts with funding through Australian Federal Government through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC).
The Malak Community Shed will be a focal point of the new community space in the underground car park at the Malak Shopping Center. The Community Shed will be run by a community support group that includes community members and Darwin Community Arts volunteers in consultation with
local Malak stakeholder organisations including; The Multicultural Council of the NT, Melaleuca Refugee Centre,
KJS Entertainment and Mission Australia. The Community Shed will be used for meetings,
seminars, cultural exchange, arts skills training, creation and knowledge transfer, repairing and
refurbishing of re-cycled goods for re-purposing that will include bicycles, furniture, computers
equipment to name a few. It will also be a place for learning and understanding, a place to meet new people and will create opportunities to learn sustainability practices and build on the Malak Community Garden and will be inclusive of all.
Local Darwin community projects coordinator takes the reigns of the shed.
Local artist, performer and project coordinator Paul Wyatt has been contracted by Darwin Community Arts to coordinate the Malak Community Shed project. As a long term Darwin resident and community advocate, Paul has gained vast experience from his time as NT Manager and long term volunteer of Neighbourhood Watch and Community Patrols NT. Paul also coordinated the 2011 Palmerston Festival and has established solid relationships with many of the ethnic communities in the Northern Territory. Paul also heads up local corporate band Capricornia and has coordinated and performed at many community events and collaborated with local artists including Darwin Rondalla to fundraise for local and international charities. Paul can be contacted through the DCA office or call him direct on 0407 454 131.
Email: [email protected]
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The opportunity for people to learn practical skills and encourage more sustainable day to day living! A series of practical workshops have been planned for the Malak Community Shed and will commence in February 2013. The Malak Community Shed will strive to become a focal point of the community where people can meet talk, work, learn and teach. The overall aim will be to build better understanding of diversity, address social isolation and contribute to the
dismantling of social segregation. The Community will benefit from the Malak Community Shed in
practical ways and it will encourage communication, sharing and cooperation through the exchange of ideas tools, goods and in-kind services. The community and participants will also benefit through the development of strong relationships and emerging friendships that will ensure a better sense of community wellbeing.
Tools, Trades & Tips Workshops Planned for Monday nights participants will lean news skills using every day tools and hardware. From furniture restoration and re-purposing, bicycle repairs and maintenance, sewing & tailoring, sustainable gardening, installations and maintenance of household items such as smoke detectors and energy efficient products, do-it-yourself assembly of flatpack goods and basic house hold & handyman skills. There is also interest in being able to produce built sets and props for local community theatre productions planned for 2013.
Community Connect WorkshopsPlanned for Tuesday nights, the connect workshops will give participants the opportunity to learn about current technology trends and how to connect to them. Up loading, downloading, maintenance including virus soft ware updates and usage of everyday software applications including Skype, Email, Google, You Tube, Blogging and Facebook will be on offer. Introductions to communications technology hardware including I-Phone and I-Pads and basic computer assembly will also be topics that are covered as with participation in establishing the Community Shed web site.
Arts, Culture & Performance WorkshopsMusic, art and dance are an important component of any vibrant community culture and the community of Malak and environs are no different. Currently, there are many emerging
performance groups in the local area who perform for their local community social group. With the rising popularity of the successful monthly Malak Community Dinners opportunities for these groups to perform at a higher level can now be realised.
Once a month on Wednesday evenings local Darwin artists will workshop with interested emerging performance groups and collaborate to produce new performance works for the monthly community dinners and other Darwin events. Topics covered will include performance presentation, booking agreements and commitments, sound and audio management, costumes, props and attire, musical instruments and increasing performance options and opportunities for the future.
For more information on how to get involved contact the project coordinator: Paul Wyatt on 8945 7347 or mobile: 0407 454 131.
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Community Workshop Calendar 2013 February March April
4 Tools, Trades & Tips 4 Tools, Trades & Tips 2 Tools, Trades & Tips
5 Connect 11 Tools, Trades & Tips 8 Tools, Trades & Tips
8 Hip Hop & Hoops Volunteer 12 Community Connect 9 Community Connect
11 Tools, Trades & Tips 13 Performance Workshop 15 Tools, Trades & Tips
12 Community Connect 18 Tools, Trades & Tips 16 Community Connect
13 Performance Workshop 19 Community Connect 17 Performance Workshop
18 Tools, Trades & Tips 25 Community Dinner Perform 22 Tools, Trades & Tips
19 Community Connect 26 Tools, Trades & Tips 23 Community Connect
25 Community Dinner Perform 29 Community Dinner Perform
26 Tools, Trades & Tips 30 Tools, Trades & Tips
May June July (TBC)
7 Tools, Trades & Tips 3 Tools, Trades & Tips 1 Tools, Trades & Tips
13 Tools, Trades & Tips 4 Community Connect 2 Community Connect
14 Community Connect 11 Tools, Trades & Tips 8 Tools, Trades & Tips
15 Performance Workshop 12 Community Connect 9 Community Connect
20 Tools, Trades & Tips 13 Performance Workshop 15 Tools, Trades & Tips
21 Community Connect 17 Tools, Trades & Tips 16 Community Connect
27 Community Dinner Perform 18 Community Connect 17 Performance Workshop
28 Tools, Trades & Tips 24 Community Dinner Perform 22 Tools, Trades & Tips
25 Tools, Trades & Tips 23 Tools, Trades & Tips
26 Final workshop 29 Community Dinner Perform
Note: Workshops details are subject to change. Please go to www.malakcommunityshed.org.au
for more detail of workshops and facilitators.
For more information on how to get involved contact the project coordinator: Paul Wyatt on 8945 7347 or mobile: 0407 454 131.
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Are you interested in participating in workshops?
Community well-being is everyone’s BUSINESS
The Malak Community Shed Project is looking for your involvement to make the project grow. Not just as a hands on volunteer or a support group member, you can help us find the things we need, goods that we need to make our programs and projects sustainable. We have no big budgets and not much equipment but we have the space, the skills and we have what the community has to offer.
The projects seek tools, hardware, and things furniture, and goods that are not wanted, that can be repaired and re-purposed by community participants and given to people that need them.
Or would your business or the business you work for be interested in getting involved with this community project? Sponsors and supporters are now being sourced to help with the supply of equipment and goods and skills to turn ideas and projects into reality.
Who can participate? All people over 15 years are able to participate in the community workshops no matter what ethnic background or circumstance that you come from, all are welcome.
How do I register? Registration is easy, just contact Darwin Community Arts by phone or email direct or talk to your support coordinator from the various service providers that are involved in the Community Shed Project.
What do I need to bring? An open mind and good sprits is all you need, however covered footwear is an essential safety requirement for the Tools Trades and Tips workshops.
How much do workshops cost? All workshops are totally free thanks to the funding from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). All we ask is that you register and advise if you are unable to attend once registered.
What will I get from participating? What you get is totally up to you! The workshops are designed to encourage participation and to increase your skill base to help you in your home life. Referrals to training providers will be available to individuals that are interested in taking these skills further.
Can I contribute as a volunteer? Yes, if you ‘re interested in sharing your skills and have something to contribute please contact the coordinator to discuss the potential.
Is there dinner provided? Yes, food and refreshments will be provided for each workshop and this is why registration will be essential.
Register now! Phone: 8945 7347or go to: www.malakcommunityshed.org.au
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Donated bicycles
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Community Bikes
For more information on how to get involved contact the project coordinator: Paul Wyatt on 8945 7347 or mobile: 0407 454 131.
Positions Vacant
HANDY MALAK MEN REQUIRED
Are you retired? Or do you have some time to spare helping your community?
The Malak Community Shed is looking for volunteers to help build capacity for local
community projects and to enhance community well-being and social cohesion!
Carpenters - Plumbers - Gardeners and general handy men.
Contact Paul Wyatt 0407 454 131 to discuss how you can help your community.
