ISSUE 165 JUNE 2014 THE NORTH & WEST MELBOURNE NEWS IS PRODUCED BY VOLUNTEERS AT THE CENTRE Open day crowds for Library at the Docks Raphaelle Race good omen for the future of the Docklands music, songs and storytelling in the children’s which aims to promote the adoption of green area. lounge; and demonstrations for the latest building practices across Australia. The audience ranged widely in age. Parents computers and software. Kerry Clare, director of Clare Designs, ocklands has had its fair share of with excited tots and nonchalant teens, inner- There were even demos of the latest the firm that undertook the Library’s design, flack over the last few years. Initially city professionals, artists and elderly citizens in fantastical gadgets: the Oculus Rift (a said that she wanted to create a new form of Dpegged as a new upmarket shopping, all raced enthusiastically through the doors as tantalising prototype headset for virtual reality community hub. One that encompasses the restaurant and party district, the district has the library was declared open. 3D gaming), and a demonstration of 3D range of popular technology and which could been plagued by disinterest from both tourists The library, more a luxurious professional art printing technology. adapt to changing technological situations. and locals. space, boasts a performance space, a recording The library has been touted as Australia’s The Library at the Docks has teamed Melbourne City Council’s latest response studio, a gaming zone, sound and video editing most sustainable community building. The up with the Docklands Hub—where the to the issue has been the unveiling of a new suites, children’s lounge, gallery, upstairs ping- building was constructed using eco-friendly Centre Connecting People in North and West community-oriented Library at the Docks, pong table, and café. All the comforts an inner- cross-laminated timber and recycled hardwood. Melbourne also has a presence—in order to which opened doors on a surprisingly warm city library-goer could possibly need. It also has rain water collection and recycling provide classes, exhibitions and events, the Saturday at the end of May. In fact, the brand new books are just part of facilities, and 85kw solar panels that will details of which can be found in the What’s On The open day, presided over by Victorian the entertaining, educational and professional supply approximately 30% of the library’s section of this issue of the News. Premier Denis Napthine, Planning Minister attractions on-hand. power. Matthew Guy, Lord Mayor Robert Doyle, There were open-day activities for everyone, The building has achieved the enviable six- Discover North and West Melbourne and Rockwiz master-of-ceremonies Brian with a social history exhibition of the star rating from Green Star, a rating system run community impressions of the new library on Nankervis, attracted an enthusiastic crowd—a Docklands in the gallery; cabaret and classical by the Green Building Council of Australia, page 5. Crowds gather at open day for Library at the Docks Photos: Adam Falloon COMMUNITY 3, 14 • THE CENTRE 12 • SPRING FLING 13 • YOUTH & EDUCATION 16 • SPORT & HEALTH 17 • POLITICS & ENVIRONMENT 18 • TRAVEL & FOOD 19 • ARTS 21 2 NOTICEBOARD North and West Melbourne News JUNE 2014 NOTICEBOARD Please deliver contributions, letters Talks, workshops and boot camps and feedback to: North and West Melbourne News at your North Melbourne Library! 58 Errol Street, North Melbourne 3051 FionaBaranowski Email: [email protected] Telephone: 9328 1126 orth Melbourne Library reopened in January after The North and West Melbourne News Copy deadline for September 2014 edition: a makeover, and most library patrons are loving is a quarterly publication produced by Wednesday 13 August Nthe space. volunteers from North and West Melbourne The kidsʼ area is abuzz with activities that include the and the inner city. It is now in its 36th year Advertisers: Wednesday 6 August usual preschooler programs but with new programs and of production. Readers’ contributions are Publication date: Thursday 11 September special events for older kids too. welcomed. Where relevant the News may Ben is our new kidsʼ team member and he has just seek alternative opinions in the interests Dates for December 2014 edition run a very successful World Comic Day and has plans of balance. Contributors’ opinions are their Copy deadline 5 November, publication 4 December for World Gaming Day. Joining Ben in the kidsʼ team is own, however, and the News takes no www.centre.org.au Michelle. Michelle comes to us from the City Library and responsibility for them. We reserve the right is on loan to us for six months. Michelle is one amazing to edit or omit articles considered unsuitable storyteller. or when space is limited. Heather has taken off to see some fascinating sights across Europe, and replacing her are Alex, Melissa and Finance Kathleen. The News is a non-profit organisation On Thursday 24 July at 6.00pm for 6.30 we have working as a program of The Centre. a special author event featuring former Age journalist Funding is by way of a limited quota of Julie Szego. She will be sharing her intriguing book The advertising, a grant from Melbourne City Tainted Trial of Farah Jama. Council, sponsorships, subscriptions and occasional donations. News subscriptions Get out and about with VNPA! If you would like to receive the North and West Melbourne News by mail, the rate The Victorian National Parks Association has a great is $10 for four copies sent anywhere range of activities, including bushwalking, easy strolls in Australia or pro rata for part of the Author calendar year. The News is distributed free and monthly coach excursions taking you to national JulieSzego throughout North and West Melbourne. parks, farmers’ markets and galleries. Further copies are available from The Upcoming excursions include Shepparton, Anglesea Centre and the North Melbourne Library. and Wilsons Prom. Buses depart from the city. In August (date to be confirmed) we will host Suzanne Advertisement sizes and rates McCourt talking about her exquisite debut novel, The 60 mm W x 92 mm H $70 plus GST Lost Child. In September, Melinda Houston (TV critic) 124 mm W x 92 mm H $140 plus GST will join us to talk about her novel Kat Jumps the Shark. 188 mm W x 92 mm H $210 plus GST These talks are free and include a glass of wine and 252 mm W x 92 mm H $280 plus GST nibbles. A charge of 25 per cent may be added for And if all that isnʼt enough to whet your appetite advertisements that require designing. weʼve got some wonderful writing workshops on the For more information phone 9329 1627 or boil. Marie Alafaci will be offering a four-part series on email [email protected]. writing family stories. Itʼs a boot camp, so come prepared Community announcements are published to achieve results. These workshops will be on Saturday free of charge. afternoons — a lovely way to spend a winter afternoon. Next term Barry Dickins will tutor a weekly writing Volunteers group, and itʼs especially for people who are keen to write The News welcomes new volunteers. If you but donʼt know where to begin or lack confidence in their have skills in writing, drawing, photography, writing ability. We will also be sharing a cup of tea and archiving, subediting and proofreading, some biscuits. computer technology or design and layout, So happy reading and check our website for details: please consider joining the team. www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/MelbourneLibraryService/ WhatsOn1/Pages/SpecialEvents.aspx Editor: Raphaelle Race Deputy Editor: Adam Falloon NorthMelbourneBookGroup Production Coordinator: Position vacant Meets third Wednesday of every month at 6.45pm Advertising Coordinator: Janet Graham at North Melbourne Library Section Editors: More information: All welcome — no bookings required Arts & Entertainment: Jennifer Choat Phone 03 9347 5188 or visit www.vnpa.org.au Community: Position vacant 18 June Letʼs Explore Diabetes with Owls David Sedaris History: Michael Roche 16 July Eyrie Tim Winton Noticeboard: Janet Graham 20 Aug The Lowland Jhumpa Lahiri Politics & Environment: Position vacant Melbourne Osteoporosis Support Group 17 Sept Burial Rites Hannah Kent Sport & Health: Yvette Vigor The MOSG offers support and information to assist people 15 Oct The Testament of Mary Colm Tóibín Travel & Food: Position vacant with osteoporosis and their families or carers. It is a member 19 Nov The Narrow Road to the Deep North Richard Flanagan Youth & Education: Daniel Doody of Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria and also has links with 17 Dec The Sense of an Ending Julian Barnes international osteoporosis organisations, from which it receives Production team: Jennifer Choat, Adam research updates. Forenquiriesphone96589700 Falloon, Janet Graham, Rene Heeps, The group meets at Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, NorthMelbourneLibrary,66ErrolStreet,NorthMelbourne Claire Henry, Ava Macmaster, Raphaelle Melbourne, at 1.30pm on the third Tuesday of February, April, Race, Jim Weatherill and Kris Wilson. Peter June, August, October and December. Members hail from all Alsen provided professional assistance with around the city, including North and West Melbourne, as well as layout. from country Victoria. Asmallreminderaboutusedstamps! Interesting guest speakers attend meetings and present on a Don’t forget to drop your used variety of health and fitness topics related to osteoporosis. Supported by the City of Melbourne postage stamps into The Centre at On Tuesday 17 June Professor Andrew Briggs will discuss 58 Errol Street. This is another way the latest developments in osteoporosis research. to recycle and also provides much- MOSG will be conducting an Osteoporosis Self-Management needed funds for charities. Course on 29 July, 5 August and 12 August. The annual seminar is scheduled for Saturday 11 October. If you don’t have time to tear them Printed by Express Print For further information about any of these events or about off the envelopes, just bag them up 5 Jones Road, Morwell 3844 joining the group, please ring Beryl on 9885 2839, email and I’ll tear them off for you.