Active Maribyrnong

Active Maribyrnong Active Maribyrnong promotes and provides a range of FREE health and well-being opportunities across What is Active Maribyrnong?

Active Maribyrnong exists to improve the health and wellbeing of the Maribyrnong community through physical activity.

Get ready to cheer on the Socceroos as they take on Turkey in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.Don your g...
29/05/2026

Get ready to cheer on the Socceroos as they take on Turkey in their opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

Don your green and gold (or red and white for the Turkish fans) and head to Maddern Square for a free, family-friendly live site on Sunday 14 June from 2pm.

Bring your crew, your energy, and BYO chair, for an afternoon of international football and community spirit in the heart of Footscray.

MORE INFO: https://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/festivalcity/Activations/FIFA-World-Cup-Live-Screening

We're excited to announce the full line up of FREE events and programs for Men's Health Week 2026. Celebrated between 15...
27/05/2026

We're excited to announce the full line up of FREE events and programs for Men's Health Week 2026.

Celebrated between 15 – 21 June, highlights include, Bro-lates at MAC, a free lunch at Braybrook Community Centre, social pickleball, or if you’re looking to learn how to fish, you can drop in line in the Maribyrnong River with Fishcare Victoria.

Men’s Health Week is all about offering men a space to get active, connect and support positive health and wellbeing in our community.

MORE INFO: https://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Community/Community-and-Cultural-celebrations/Mens-Health-Week

🥁 Feel the rhythm and celebrate culture this AFTERNOON at our FREE World Africa Day African Drumming Workshop!Come along...
22/05/2026

🥁 Feel the rhythm and celebrate culture this AFTERNOON at our FREE World Africa Day African Drumming Workshop!

Come along for an afternoon of music, connection and community as you explore the powerful sounds and traditions of African drumming. Whether you’re trying it for the first time or just keen for a fun community experience, everyone is welcome.

🗓 Friday 22 May
⏰ 3:30pm – 5:00pm
📍 Phoenix Youth Hub
🎟 FREE event – no bookings needed

Gather your friends and family, join the beat and celebrate World Africa Day with us 🌍

🚲 Have a bike? Why not join Neighbourly Ride!Neighbourly Ride runs every Sunday from 10am, bringing locals together for ...
21/05/2026

🚲 Have a bike? Why not join Neighbourly Ride!

Neighbourly Ride runs every Sunday from 10am, bringing locals together for a fun and social ride around the neighbourhood.

📍 Meet at Myrtle Cafe, 45 Moreland Street, Footscray
📲 Sign up via the Bunchrides app

Build your confidence riding locally, meet new people and enjoy exploring your community by bike.

Let’s build on what’s already working! Maribyrnong already has great spaces, programs and services for children, young p...
20/05/2026

Let’s build on what’s already working! Maribyrnong already has great spaces, programs and services for children, young people and families.

Now we’re planning the next step, what should we grow, improve or add?

From parks and play spaces to programs and support, your input will help shape what comes next.

Have your say by Sunday 28 June, using our link in bio. You can go into the draw to win an online shopping voucher.

💧 Dive into confidence with Swim Unity! 💧Thanks to the support of the Federal Government’s Play Our Way funding initiati...
19/05/2026

💧 Dive into confidence with Swim Unity! 💧

Thanks to the support of the Federal Government’s Play Our Way funding initiative, we are excited to deliver our final Swim Unity program for 2026 at Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre.

Swim Unity is an 8-week multicultural women’s learn-to-swim program designed to help women build confidence in aquatic environments, develop lifelong swimming skills and connect with others in a welcoming and supportive space.

✨ Learn to swim
✨ Build water confidence
✨ Meet new people
✨ Be part of a supportive community

Applications are now open, complete your Expression of Interest today via the link in bio.

18/05/2026

This week is National Volunteer Week and Active Maribyrnong would like to thank all the incredible volunteers across our community who help make sport, recreation and play a reality in our amazing city.

From coaches and committee members to canteen volunteers, officials and event helpers, your time, passion and dedication help keep our community active, connected and thriving.

To mark National Volunteer Week 2026 (18–24 May), Footscray Town Hall will be illuminated in red as part of a statewide initiative recognising volunteers across Victoria.

Thank you for everything you do.

Maribyrnong City Council invites you to attend Truth, Listening and Action: A Community Panel Discussion. Aligned with t...
15/05/2026

Maribyrnong City Council invites you to attend Truth, Listening and Action: A Community Panel Discussion.

Aligned with this year's National Reconciliation Week theme, 'All In', this moderated conversation will bring together First Nations voices, community perspectives and organisational experience to explore what meaningful participation in reconciliation looks like in practice.

The event is designed as a reflective and respectful space to listen, learn and consider how we can all play a role in reconciliation across our work and community.

Event details:
📍 CPACH, Footscray
📅 Monday 1 June 2026
☕ 9.30 AM arrival (morning tea)
🗣 9.50–11.30 AM program

This is a free event.

Registration is required, link in bio
Truth, Listening and Action: A community panel
https://www.maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/Events/Truth-listening-and-action-A-community-panel

Have your say – Growing up in MaribyrnongWe’re reviewing how Council supports children, young people and families in Mar...
14/05/2026

Have your say – Growing up in Maribyrnong

We’re reviewing how Council supports children, young people and families in Maribyrnong, and your voice matters.

We want to hear what helps children and young people stay active, connected, safe and supported, and what could be improved. Your ideas will help Council understand what’s working well, what’s missing, and what practical actions we should prioritise.

Have your say by Sunday 28 June and go into the draw to win an online shopping voucher. Visit yourcityyourvoice.com.au/children or link in bio.

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