A free 4-week refresher course for older drivers.
Join us for an informative, informal and friendly refresher course, to upgrade your knowledge and build on your experience to keep you driving safely.

Wednesdays 12.30pm-2.30pm for 4 weeks, from 4 March 2026 - 25 March 2026.

The Mah Jong members are a friendly group who meet every Monday morning. While winning games is a bonus, building friendships and socialising is more important.

New members are always welcome.

A small fee is payable on the day of attendance.

Mon 10am - 12pm

Learn to use digital maps and travel apps for everything from public transport to walking tours, Create digital itineraries with TripIt, explore destinations with YouTube, Google Earth and more.

Beginner’s English is for English as Additional learners (EAL) at a beginner level. It focuses on developing oral and written skills for everyday use.

This course runs every term throughout the year.
New students are welcome at anytime; an interview with the co-ordinator is required.
Please call the Centre on 9885 9401 to arrange a time.

2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 27 Feb – 27 Mar (5wks)
Term 2: 24 Apr – 26 Jun (10wks)
Term 3: 17 Jul – 18 Sep (10wks)
Term 4: 9 Oct – 20 Nov (7wks)

Practice the Mandarin language through the art of song. This fun and lively group love to explore the Chinese culture through singing Chinese folk songs.

Hawthorn Historical Society aims to engage, inform and educate the community about the economic, social, cultural and environmental history and heritage of Hawthorn. We are seeking members to join our group and assist with a range of activities include researching, cataloguing, giving talks, workshops and organising exhibitions.

This is a free class for seniors over 65 years who are permanent residents or Australian citizens.

Tuesdays 12.30pm – 2.30pm during school terms.

Please contact the Centre on 9885 9401 for more information.

2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 10 Feb – 31 Mar (8wks)
Term 2: 21 Apr – 23 Jun (10wks)
Term 3: 14 Jul – 15 Sep (10wks)
Term 4: 6 Oct -24 Nov (7wks, no class 3/11)

Learn the ins and outs of smartphones and tablets, essential apps and features to unlock the full potential of your mobile device. Protect your personal information, recognize and avoid online threats, and set up secure profiles across platforms to navigate the digital world confidently and safely.

Mon 12.30pm - 2.30pm
T1: 16 Mar - 30 Mar (3wks)
Thu 10am - 12pm
T2: 4 Jun - 18 Jun (3wks)
Per Term: $30, Conc=$24, NR=$66

Refine skills, express ideas confidently, and advance towards fluency, confidently express complex ideas, engage in deeper discussions, and unlock study and work opportunities.

This course runs every term throughout the year. We welcome new students at any time, however, you will need an interview with the co-ordinator before enrolling.

Please call the Centre on 9885 9401 to arrange a time.

2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 4 Feb – 1 Apr (9wks)
Term 2: 22 Apr – 24 Jun (10wks)
Term 3: 15 Jul – 16 Sep (10wks)
Term 4: 7 Oct -18 Nov (7wks)

The course will help improve your skills in English through conversation, reading, writing, speaking and listening.

The course is run at a Pre-intermediate level 2.

This course runs every term throughout the year from 9.30am - 12.00pm. New students are welcome at any time; an interview with the co-ordinator is required.

Please call the centre on 9885 9401 to arrange a time.

2026 Term Dates
Term 1: 3 Feb – 31 Mar (9wks)
Term 2: 21 Apr – 23 Jun (10wks)
Term 3: 14 Jul – 15 Sep (10wks)
Term 4: 6 Oct -24 Nov (7wks, no class 3/11)