Welcome to Merinda Park Learning & Community Centre
As you browse through our web site you will appreciate the diversity of courses and services we have to offer. I hope there is something that will interest you and entice you to utilize our facility.
MPLCC is a not for profit community managed and owned organisation run by a volunteer committee of management. The Centre is able to provide pathways for those who are pursuing a career or to further their education at Merinda Park or to continue on at other educational institutes. Community education provides learners with the opportunities of learning for life through low cost, flexible and supportive courses with highly skilled and qualified tutors to assist you. Merinda Park is a safe and friendly environment for those just starting out or those looking to complete a chosen course. Please drop in and speak with our staff about your needs whether for educations options or recreational and hobby choices. We are open for everyone. Learning is for everyone – for work for fun or employment we are there for you. Manager ![]() |
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Information - Services - Hire
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Confidential, professional counselling appointments are available at the Centre. Appointments are 60 minutes duration and fees are on a sliding scale based on income. The Counsellor is now available THREE days per week in the Annex (next door to the Centre). Appointments can be made for a MONDAY, WEDNESDAY or a FRIDAY. For further details please contact reception. |
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| CHILDREN SERVICES | ![]() |
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| BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE
For primary school children: Before-school care commences at 6.30am and after-school care closes at 6.00pm. Breakfast is provided before 8.00am. Afternoon snacks are provided. Children are taken door to door, to and from local schools in the Community Centre bus. more... SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
OCCASIONAL CARE For under school age children 0 - 5 years: Casual and regular bookings are available.
9.30am - 12.30pm, Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri. Bookings are essential. PLAYGROUPS Monday-Baby Bears. 12.45pm – 2.45pm. Wednesday-Playgroups. Two sessions are available, 9.15am - 11.15 am (bring snack) OR 11.30am - 1.30pm (bring lunch) more... |
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| VENUE HIRE | ![]() |
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Rooms available for hire at affordable rates:
Main Hall - seats up to 80/100 people. Studio - seats up to 15 people. Computer room - 10 networked student computer workstations & central study area. General facilities - a fully equipped kitchen with commercial oven, dishwasher and central island bench.
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| CASEY CAN DO CLUB | ![]() |
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This is a group of community spirited people who raise money for the Cancer Council of Victoria. Most volunteers have been touched by cancer, but anyone who would like to lend a helping hand is most welcome. The club meets in the Merinda Park Annex, from March to September on the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 7.30-9.00pm. Jenny, the Secretary on 5996 0125 |
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OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THAT USE THE CENTRE |
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HELEN O' GRADY DRAMA - Friday Afternoons - Ph: 5974 4499
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Photocopying Faxing Laminating Computer Manuals Sale MYOB Software Sale |
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151-153 Endeavour Drive 


Exciting school holiday programs operates over the school holidays. 6.30am -6.00pm week days. Bookings are taken two weeks before the holiday period. 






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