By Mary Amalraj*
It was a magical day for Oakgrove Community Centre as we celebrated our 25th anniversary on Sunday 4 December which seemed to be a fantastic event with great turnout.
Community members were treated to various market stalls, performing groups, face painting, pony rides, jumping castle, door prizes, a sausage sizzle and food vans.
A Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony were performed by individuals from Bunurong Country as a sign of respect for Traditional Custodians past and present.
Oakgrove welcomed Holt MP Cassandra Fernando and Bruce MP Julian Hill as special guests.
The event paved a way to meet new community members and listen to their wants and needs.
The Oakgrove Community is very much multicultural from diverse backgrounds and age groups, so we would like to welcome everyone to the centre where you can always feel inclusive and safe.
The support from the past and present committee of governance, volunteers, staff and tutors have been incredible over the past years and we look forward to many more to come.
*Mary Amalraj is the manager of Oakgrove Community Centre.
