Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre

The aim of Trott Park Neighbourhood Centre is to respond to the health, welfare, individual and community needs of adults and children.

We achieve this by facilitating a fun, diverse and accessible range of social, recreational and educational activities and programs that develop personal growth, encourage wellbeing and a sense of identity and community.

Help keep us safe

Physical distancing
It is important we maintain a physical distance while remaining socially connected. Please observe the 1.5m physical distancing guideline while visiting your neighbourhood centres. This assists us in complying with State Government regulations and keeps our community safe.If you have cold or flu symptoms, seek testing and stay home until you are well. We reserve the right to refuse entry

Booking and payment of classes
All programs will now require a booking and advanced payment to attend. This enables us to monitor and control class sizes while maintaining physical distancing requirements. Method of booking is displayed in the program and if you have any concerns please call our friendly staff so we can assist. Payment is required at time of booking, preferred payment method is card. Please refer to our refund policy on our website.

Join our mailing list to receive regular newsletters and/or information on a wide range of programs and services.

Neighbourhood Centre newsletter registration form

What's Happening

Trott and Mitchell Park Term 4 2020 Newsletter (224 KB) pdf

apART Online

apART online is a collaborative Facebook group keeping your artistic talents flowing. Share ideas, images, inspiration, ask questions and gain advice. Join the neighbourhood centres tutors as they set you tasks, answer your questions and supply inspiration galore. Chat with other artists and share your work. The possibilities are endless.A wonderful way to keep in touch with others you may have already connected with at our centres. We look forward to seeing your works of art and receiving your comments.

Join the group now!

Being apART Journals
Join your community with grateful journaling. If you are tech savvy join us online. On our Facebook page, join the BeingapARTJournal group and leave a comment for something you are grateful for. A positive thing to do for yourself, along with others. However if you rather the low tech option we can supply a journal to your door. A great way to keep you busy. Call your nearest City of Marion Neighbourhood Centre, supply your mailing address and we’ll get you started. You could even choose a blank book from home so you don’t miss a moment.

Start Journaling now!

Walk around Australia!

Want a virtual holiday? Well lace up your walking shoes, and grab some friends (at a distance).

All you need is:

> An email address (Only one per team)
> A team of 4 to share the journey with, give them a groovy name
> A pedometer, fitbit or phone app to count your steps. if you want a pedometer to let us know – we have a limited supply

Then you are ready for your walk around Australia! Watch the virtual sights go by as your team receives emails on the highlights and things to do at each town you pass.

'Guess What I Learnt From My Community' Podcast

Our brand new podcast series 'Guess What I Learnt From My Community' launched in January.

Follow our host Sharleen through her community engagement over a series of 11 episodes and learn why her guests are so valuable to us at Marion Neighbourhood Centres.

New episodes are released every 3rd Monday via our Facebook page.

Listen here

Check us out on Facebook and Eventbrite!

Keep an eye out for exciting updates, events and community news!

We have a large range of workshops, programs, services and event on offer - there is something for everyone!

Refund Policy

The Neighbourhood Centre Refund Policy supports the viability of programs across all four Centres. Whilst we endeavour to be fair and equitable for all to participate in our programs/ events / activities, it is necessary to ensure any bookings made and paid for are honoured.

Every participant attending a Centre program MUST pre-book and pay up front, due to our ongoing requirements in contact tracing and program numbers (physical distancing within our spaces), as per SA Government guidelines and directives.

Therefore:

> If a program is cancelled/or rescheduled by the Centre, a FULL refund will be offered to those bookings and/or option to move to other program or date, if available.

> If a participant who has booked and paid for a program cancels up to and including 7 days prior, they will receive a FULL refun

If a participant cancels 6 days or less, the following applies:-

>For regular weekly programs, the fee maybe transferred to the next available session.

>For short course programs with paid tutors and/or material costs, NO refund will be given

> If a participant does not notify us or fails to attend NO refund or credit will be available.

Please note: If at any time your participation in any of our programs is restricted due to financial hardship, please speak confidentiality with one of our Team members. Program refers to a Centre Program, Event, Actvity or services offered.

Trott Park Community Garden Inc.

The City of Marion recognises that community gardens contribute to the wellbeing of communities and provide diverse health, social, environmental and cultural benefits. In particular:

Community gardens have the potential to connect communities, build friendships and provide a recreation and educational resource for all age groups.
Community gardens enable people to pursue horticultural activities in an urban environment and can be particularly valuable in medium and higher density areas where people may have limited garden space.
Community gardens provide an opportunity to grow food in an environmentally sustainable way and contribute to addressing food security.
The Trott Park Community Garden Inc is a place for everyone to meet, to learn, to grow and to enjoy their rewards.

Adult Community Education

Adult Community Education (ACE) provides adults with a wide range of non-formal, accredited learning opportunities.

Adult Community Education assists participants to:

Learn new skills.
Connect with people in their local community.
Create pathways to further education, training, employment and volunteering.

Adult Community Education (ACE)

Facilities for hire

Currently facility hire is suspended. For further information call 8387 2074

The centre is usually available for hire for children's parties. Please phone us for further information or use the online booking feature below. Please note: the venue is not available for private party hire.