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Jika Jika Community Centre

At Jika Jika you can develop friendships, find support, exchange ideas, learn new skills, take classes and become involved in our community.

Our Vision
Jika Jika Community Centre has a vision for a vibrant community that is connected, compassionate and fair; underpinned by opportunity, goodwill and respect. Our Purpose
Jika Jika Community Centre is here to make a positive contribution to our community by:
Building Community Connections: Promote and protect the role of community, with an emphasis on supporting, training and empowering m

arginalised groups. Acting as an enabler: Provide access to training and other opportunities that will assist people in identifying and achieving their goals. Providing Leadership: Role model behaviours that are important to us in the community. Social justice and advocacy: Promote social justice and help our community grow and change from 'what is' to 'what should be'. Our Values
It is important to us that we act in our community in a way that respects and encourages:
Social Justice and Equality of Opportunity
Environmental Sustainability
Empowerment - enabling people to advocate for themselves
Pro-active and Visionary thinking
Optimism, Humour and Positivity
Transparency and Accountability

24/07/2024

🌈 We are delighted to host a fun and safe q***r hangout space for primary kids aged 6-12!

Join us for:

🎨 Badge making
🏳️‍🌈 Flag making
🖌️ Art activities
📚 LGBTQIA+ books
🎤 LGBTQIA+ speakers and performers

Dates: Fortnightly on Tuesdays during term time (23/7, 6/8, 20/8, 3/9, 17/9)
Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Location: Jika Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant St, Northcote

Parents and carers are welcome to drop kids off or stay around for a cuppa. This group is led by kids, for kids. Please share with anyone who might be interested in joining the fun!

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23/07/2024

🏡 🌟 Meet Rich (He/Him), our fantastic Bikes to Work Project Worker at Jika Jika!

Rich has been working as our Bikes to Work Projects Worker since 2023. Driven by a passion for cycling, he loves using his industry knowledge to make riding affordable, safe and enjoyable for everyone in our community. The most rewarding part for him is passing on skills to the next generation.

Beyond Jika Jika, Rich has been a mechanic at Richie's Bikelane since 2013. In his free time, Rich loves cycling, music, the arts and cooking and entertaining.

Visit our website to learn more about our bikes programs at Jika Jika.

22/07/2024

🏡 Our first "Our Home is Your Home" Jewellery-Making event last Friday was so much fun! 💍

Join us again this Friday from 4-6 PM at the Jika Jika Community Centre (1B Plant Street, Northcote 3070) for more jewellery-making.

Please share this with friends, family and anyone who might enjoy joining us!

21/07/2024

🌟 Join our Committee and make a difference! 🌟

Are you passionate about your local community? Do you have a few hours each month to help shape the future of the Jika Jika Community Centre? We’re looking for 1-2 dedicated locals to join our committee!

As a committee member, you’ll play a crucial role in developing our strategic plan, endorsing the budget, and supporting the Manager in delivering fantastic programs and opportunities for our community. It’s a wonderful way to give back and make a tangible impact.

The typical commitment is one meeting each month, along with some time to review committee papers.

Interested in this fantastic opportunity? Call 9482 5100 or email [email protected] to learn more and get involved. 📞💬

Please share this post with anyone who might be interested.

20/07/2024

🌱 Join Jika Jika's Seed Swap Day! 🌿

We're hosting a Seed Swap Day where you can exchange wonderful vegetable seeds or unique and hard-to-find varieties.

Interested in joining? Email us to let us know you're keen to be involved! 📧

18/07/2024

🏠 Did you know Jika Jika is all about community?

Our vision is a thriving local area where everyone feels they belong. We focus on nurturing social connections, inclusivity, community participation and friendships.

We're keen for your ideas and community input to make this vision a reality. If you have suggestions or want to volunteer, please get in touch! 💬

17/07/2024

🏡 Our House is Your House is launching at Jika Jika this Friday!

Please come along or share this post with any family or friends who may be keen on joining us!

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16/07/2024

👋🏡 We're excited to welcome Daniela to Jika Jika on her student placement!

Daniela is passionate about social justice, freedom of speech, mental health, music, art, art therapy and design.

Her first impressions of Jika Jika were a safe, friendly, welcoming and inclusive place to be. Daniela is enjoying being part of the art studio on Tuesdays and helping with other programs and daily activities.

She hopes to find a full-time job in mental health, disability or housing sectors after studying.

Give her a friendly hello and make her feel welcome when you see her around Jika Jika!

15/07/2024

Jika Jika Community Centre was excited to get into the spirit of NAIDOC last week with a series of activities supporting the theme Blak, Loud, Proud.
We were thrilled to have a visit from Mr NAIDOC, Christopher George and the formidable Aunty Rieo, convenor of Grandmothers Against Removals (GMAR).
We screened Charlie's Country for our monthly movie night, made solidarity jewelry, painted banners for the NAIDOC march, participated in awesome training on unpacking colonialism with Rob Patton of Counter Colonialism and joined in the NAIDOC march on Friday.
All sales from our gift range and upcycled Voice T-shirts during the week will be donated to GMAR.
What did you do to Keep the Fire Burning?

14/07/2024

🌟 Big thanks to the Inner North Community Foundation for their $1000 grant for emergency relief!

This money will help us with the delivery of our programs for people experiencing insecurity.

#3070 #3072 #3071 #3073

13/07/2024

🎒🧥 Got a small backpack or warm winter coat you no longer need?

Jika Jika is a collection point for two important causes:

Small backpacks with padded backs for the Rainbow Community Angels. These backpacks will be used as the base for wings. The Angels are a grassroots movement supporting safe and inclusive LGBTIQA+ events.

The Djirra winter coat appeal. Please donate your warm winter coats and jackets to help keep Aboriginal women warm this winter.

Find us at 1B Plant Street, Northcote 3070.

12/07/2024

Proud to be marching together at this year’s NAIDOC march. Keep the Fires Burning!
Jika Jika Community Centre supports Treaty!
National NAIDOC
Victorian Naidoc

11/07/2024

🧼🛁 Our popular olive oil soap-making workshop is back!

Master the art of handcrafting gentle, nourishing olive oil soap. The perfect activity for a fun evening out learning a new skill.

In this workshop, you'll go home with 10-12 beautiful olive oil soap bars you crafted yourself - ideal for thoughtful gifts or self-care.

When: Tuesday 23 July 6:15 - 8:45 pm
Where: Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant Street, Northcote.

Tickets cost $25 ($15 concession). We're reserving 20% of spots for free for those unable to pay. Call 9482 5100 or email [email protected] if you need a free spot. Otherwise, register here: https://buff.ly/4csC5lR

Tag a friend who may be keen to join in the fun! 👐

#3070 #3072 #3071 #3073

10/07/2024

🎉 Join us for Our Home is Your Home's first event: Jewellery-Making on Friday 19 July!

Explore your creativity in our chill-out space as we make jewellery together. Create necklaces, earrings, and phone charms to take home and enjoy.

Share this with anyone who might be keen on joining us! It's a great way for younger people to meet locals in a relaxed environment.

09/07/2024

07/07/2024

NAIDOC Week starts this week! 🖤💛❤️

This year's theme celebrates the unyielding spirit of our communities and invites everyone to stand together, amplifying voices that have long been silenced.

📽️ Watch the video to learn more.

And don't forget to celebrate with us with special activities each day at Jika Jika!

06/07/2024

👋🏡 We're excited to welcome Toni to Jika Jika on her student placement!

Toni is studying a Diploma of Community Services at Melbourne Polytechnic. She loves supporting people in the community and baking.

At Jika Jika, Toni is enjoying morning tea, baking scones, talking to community members and the Fresh Food Program.

Toni hopes to work in housing and homelessness services after finishing her studies.

Give her a friendly hello and make her feel welcome when you see her around Jika Jika!

04/07/2024

📢 The July edition of Jika Jika Connect - Your monthly Northcote Neighbourhood News - is HERE! 🗞️

Read the latest edition to:

✅ Find out what's coming up at Jika Jika
✅ Learn more about how we’re celebrating NAIDOC Week
✅ Uncover a fantastic new committee opportunity with us
✅ Meet our new students on placement
..and more!

👉 Click the link to read Jika Jika Connect and subscribe to our newsletter for our monthly updates https://buff.ly/3VKcrC8

Please share Jika Jika Connect with fellow locals and encourage them to sign up for our newsletter. Your support means a lot to us!

03/07/2024

🎬 NAIDOC Week Special Screening! 🖤💛❤️

Join us for our FREE monthly community movie night featuring the film "Charlie's Country". This powerful film stars David Gulpilil and tells the story of Charlie, an Aboriginal man navigating life between traditional ways and modern society.

📅 Date: Tuesday 9 July
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Jika Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant Street, Northcote

Watch the trailer of Charlie's Country: https://buff.ly/4bvnBQO

Bring your friends and family and please spread the word!

02/07/2024

At Jika Jika, we’re proud to show our support for First Nations People and Treaty. We invite you to join us in celebrating NAIDOC Week with a range of engaging free activities:

🕺 Monday 8 July, 10-10:45 AM: Dance and Sound Meditation. Move to First Nations music and connect through movement.

🎨 Tuesday 9 July, 12:30-2:00 PM: Open Studio Arts. Help create a powerful Treaty support banner.

🎥 Tuesday 9 July, 6:30 PM: Community Movie Night. Watch the highly acclaimed "Charlie’s Country". This fabulous film stars David Gulpilil and tells the story of Charlie, an Aboriginal man navigating life between traditional ways and modern society.

👕 Wednesday 10 July, 1-2:30 PM: Sewing Group. Sew your own Treaty T-shirt!

📿 Thursday 11 July, 1-2:30 PM: Craft Group: Create unique solidarity jewellery including flag broaches and friendship bracelets!

🚶‍♂️ Friday 12 July, 11 AM: NAIDOC Week March: Join us as we travel together to the March starting point at the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service in Nicholson Street, Fitzroy. We'll march with Aboriginal communities and allies in support of this year’s theme “Keep the Fire Burning! Blak, Loud and Proud!” before returning to Jika Jika Community Centre on public transport together. Bring your MYKI! Jika will close for a few hours while we do this.

You can also drop into Jika Jika and buy one of our brand new upcycled YES t-shirts for $10. All proceeds for sales during NAIDOC Week will support Grandmothers Against Removals (GMAR), a grassroots movement led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander grandmothers and mothers. GMAR advocates for Indigenous families affected by child removals, raising awareness and striving for systemic change.

Let’s stand together in solidarity and celebration, ensuring that the flames of culture, justice and equality burn bright for all to see.

01/07/2024

📣 Stay in the loop with Jika Jika!

Our next newsletter is coming out this Wednesday, and you won't want to miss it!

Plus, we're offering you a chance to claim a FREE class!

Here's how:

Refer 5 friends to sign up for our mailing list.

Once they sign up, you'll get a free class in Tai Chi, Saturday Sing, or Studio Arts – our way of saying thanks for spreading the word about our amazing community!

Simply reach out to us once you’ve referred your friends.

29/06/2024

🌟 Big thanks to the North Eastern Public Health Unit for their generous $20,000 grant for the Community Talks S*x initiative!

This money will help us keep having important conversations with parents in Darebin. Stay tuned for event updates!

#3070 #3072 #3071 #3073

28/06/2024

💻 Nervous about navigating the digital world? Join our in-house tech expert Harry for supportive computer classes at Jika Jika in the Park on Mondays and Fridays between 1:30 and 4:00pm, starting back in a few weeks.

Gain skills and confidence with email, online banking, MS Office, online shopping, and more in a judgement-free, supportive zone.

🏡 $90 per term, concessions available, including $0 for public housing tenants and we can waive fees if anyone genuinely can’t afford it.

Get in touch with us to learn more!

27/06/2024

Our "Draw Plants Together" event on Tuesday night was fantastic! 🌿🎨

We spent the evening drawing, chatting and meeting new people.

Thanks to Craig for running the session and everyone who came and made it special!

26/06/2024

🏡 🌟 Meet Harry (He/Him), our fantastic Community Educator and Digital Content Producer at Jika Jika!

Harry has provided digital skills training in the Darebin community for almost a decade, starting his journey at Jika.

With qualifications and experience in media production, Harry loves sharing his tech skills with locals and building their confidence in creatively expressing themselves. From graphic design and video production to web design and game coding (and everything in-between - phew!), Harry empowers our diverse community to harness a range of digital tools and achieve their goals.

Recently, he’s been helping document Jika’s events through photos and videos. If you see him with a camera and microphone, be sure to smile!
Visit our website to learn more about the rest of our wonderful team at Jika Jika.

25/06/2024

24/06/2024

🌟 A big thank you to the Department of Social Services for their $2000 Volunteer Grant, and a special shoutout to Ged Kearney for putting us forward!

This funding will support our amazing volunteers at Jika Jika Community Centre, especially our fabulous sewing group. Their creative efforts are making a positive impact on both social and environmental activities.

Get in touch or visit our website to learn more about our sewing group or volunteering at Jika Jika.

#3070 #3072 #3071 #3073

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Tuesday	09:30 - 15:30
Wednesday	09:30 - 15:30
Thursday	09:30 - 15:30
Friday	09:30 - 15:30

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Videos

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🎶 Join us for our fabulous Friday Lunchtime Sing-along! 🎤 Come by every Friday from 12:30 - 1:15 pm for easy, fun tunes. No choir experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm! This free event offers a laid-back and welcoming space for everyone. See you there! #CommunityLove #HolidayJoy #TogetherWeCelebrate #StayConnected #northcote #InnerNorthMelbourne #NorthsideMelbourne #northcoteplaza #highstreetnorthcote #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070

🏡 Our House is Your House is launching at Jika Jika this Friday! Please come along or share this post with any family or friends who may be keen on joining us! #northcote #westgarth #3070

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🌍✨ Join our International Friendship Day Dinner at Jika Jika! Join us for a relaxed evening of good food and friendly conversations during our special International Friendship Day dinner. Bring a friend and make a new friend; the community dinner is for everyone. Call 9482 5100 or email [email protected] to RSVP. Tuesday 16 July, 6:30 - 8:30 pm – 1B Plant Street, Northcote. Please share this post with anyone you think might want to join us! #Internationalfriendshipday #socialjustice #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin #neighbourhoodhousesvic

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NAIDOC Week starts this week! 🖤💛❤️ This year's theme celebrates the unyielding spirit of our communities and invites everyone to stand together, amplifying voices that have long been silenced. 📽️ Watch the video to learn more. And don't forget to celebrate with us with special activities each day at Jika Jika! #NAIDOCWeek #CommunitySpirit #StandTogether #VoiceTreatyTruth #Treaty #Darebin #Northcote #NAIDOC2024 #BlakLoudProud

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🏠 Our community's paper houses from the Warm Safe Home (WSH) art project look fantastic at Preston Library! The WSH Project, led by Dr. Becky Nevin Berger and the South West Victoria Elder Abuse Prevention Network, uses art to raise awareness about elder abuse and promote safe homes for older people. Jika Jika is proud to be a warm, safe and welcoming place for all. If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, call 1300 368 821. #warmsafehome #elderabuseawareness #CommunityLove #northcote #InnerNorthMelbourne #NorthsideMelbourne #northcoteplaza #highstreetnorthcote #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070

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🚧👷‍♂️ Thanks to Darebin City Council for the entertainment at this morning's open playground event. The footpath renewal works were very much appreciated by all, young and old! The kids loved watching the cement mixers. 🎉 We'll have nice new concrete outside Jika soon!

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☕️ 🍰 Looking for a relaxed way to connect with your local community? Join us for morning tea on Tuesdays! It's the perfect spot for a friendly chat, a cup of tea or coffee and delicious homemade scones. No need to plan ahead, just drop in whenever you can from 11 am to 12 pm. Find us at 1B Plant Street, Northcote #CommunityMorningTea #LocalConnections #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #thornburylocal

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🏠 Join us in creating a Warm, Safe Home for all! We're excited to take part in the Warm Safe Home (WSH) community art project, coinciding with World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June. The WSH Project, led by Dr. Becky Nevin Berger and the South West Victoria Elder Abuse Prevention Network, uses art to raise awareness about elder abuse and promote safe homes for older people. Recently, our community members decorated paper houses, sharing what a warm, safe home means to them. What makes you feel safe and loved at home? Share with us in the comments below. If you missed our workshop, join Darebin City Council’s WSH Workshop at Preston Library on 4 June, 11am-12:30pm. Also, don’t miss the exhibition launch on 13 June at 11am at Preston Library. Jika Jika is proud to be a warm, safe and welcoming place for all. If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, call 1300 368 821. #warmsafehome #elderabuseawareness #elderabusepreventioon #CommunityLove #northcote #InnerNorthMelbourne #NorthsideMelbourne #northcoteplaza #highstreetnorthcote #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070

🧥👖 Our Winter Clothes Swap was a hit last night! We turned our community room into a sustainable fashion hub, giving everyone a chance to refresh their wardrobe sustainably while meeting fellow locals. Excited for the next one? Sign up for our mailing list to stay in the loop! https://buff.ly/3N28vsA #SustainableFashion #clothesawap #northcote #InnerNorthMelbourne #NorthsideMelbourne #northcoteplaza #highstreetnorthcote #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070 #westgarth #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073

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🚴‍♀️ Calling all seniors! Our Seniors Bike Shed is back next Thursday 6 June. Join us at Jika in the Park from 10 am to 1 pm to connect with fellow riders, swap stories and enjoy a welcoming atmosphere while tinkering with your bikes. Our experienced bike mechanic, Richie, will be there to assist with parts and repairs. 🔧🛠️ Want to learn more? Call 9482 5100 or email [email protected]. Please share this fantastic program with any local seniors who may be interested in joining us! #Cycling #communityactivities #CommunityConnection #CommunitySupport #darebincreek #darebinparklands #northcote #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070 #westgarth #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield

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🍰☕ A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for Jika's Biggest Morning Tea on Tuesday! It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with our community and support those affected by cancer. #BiggestMorningTea #CommunitySupport #CancerCouncil #NorthcoteEvents #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin

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🌟 Meet Alison - a valued Jika Jika volunteer! If you’re looking to volunteer and make a difference, visit our website to learn more at Jikajika.org.au. #NationalVolunteersWeek #MakeADifference #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin

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🌟Meet Corina - a valued Jika Jika volunteer! If you’re looking to volunteer and make a difference, visit our website to learn more at Jikajika.org.au. #NationalVolunteersWeek #MakeADifference #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin

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🌟 Meet Barry - a valued Jika Jika volunteer If you’re looking to volunteer and make a difference, visit our website to learn more at Jikajika.org.au. #NationalVolunteersWeek #MakeADifference #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin

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🌟 National Volunteers Week starts tomorrow! Big thanks to all the incredible volunteers who help bring Jika Jika to life! Your dedication and passion make our community thrive. 🙌 If you’re looking to volunteer and make a difference, visit our website to learn more at Jikajika.org.au. #NationalVolunteersWeek #MakeADifference #westgarth #Northcote #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073 #thornbury #fitzroynorth #northfitzroy #cliftonhill #alphington #preston #fairfield #darebin

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🌟 We love seeing locals of all ages getting involved in life at Jika Jika! If you're keen to meet new people, learn a new skill or give back to your community, we'd love to welcome you to Jika Jika. Visit our website at Jikajika.org.au to learn more about our vibrant community, see what's on, how you can volunteer, and lots more. You can find us at 1B Plant Street, Northcote #northcote #InnerNorthMelbourne #NorthsideMelbourne #northcoteplaza #highstreetnorthcote #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070

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👗 Get ready for Jika Jika's Clothes Swap—back by popular demand! Bring your gently used winter clothes and accessories on coat hangers and prepare to trade for some fantastic new finds for the cooler months. It's a simple way to refresh your wardrobe sustainably, save money and reduce clothing waste. We'll provide light snacks—just bring your own drinks. 🗓️ When: Tuesday 28 May, 6:30 - 8:00 pm 📍 Where: Jika Jika Community Centre, 1B Plant Street, Northcote Register for this FREE event: https://buff.ly/3WvsZzO Please share this post with anyone who may be keen on joining us. #SustainableFashion #EcoChic #ClothesSwap #northcote #InnerNorthMelbourne #NorthsideMelbourne #northcoteplaza #highstreetnorthcote #darebincreek #darebinparklands #darebincouncil #darebinarts #darebinbusiness #thornburylocal #northcotehighstreet #northcotecafe #northcote3070 #westgarth #westgarthvillage #3070 #ruckershill #3072 #3071 #3073

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