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Hello Hume’ns (The awesome people of the Hume area).
It’s still cold but there are ways to brave it. I went on a mission to find best strategies and places to help keep warm and occupied with some events and good food. Who would disagree?
In this week’s Humepulse edition:
History Collection finds a home
Restaurant Pick of the week
Happy International Beer Day
and more …..
Hume Council News & Events
George Evans Collections new place
This week the Council voted on keeping the George Evans collection at the Sunbury Global learning Centre. The collection is a civic collection of artifacts and history items of the Sunbury and surrounding area. The original proposal had been to house the items in it’s own museum, maybe that might happen some day. Read more [ HERE ]
Council Names Drains
This week in the council meeting there is a proposal to seek a name change of certain drains. It is a way to reinforce the historical nature of the creeks, the drains, that they are apart of. It seems that this approach could help restore some type of behavioural change towards the way we all treat things that seem insignificant, but are essential ecosystems in our area. [ INFO ]
Free Sunday Swim Sessions
Did you know that your kids and a parent can go swimming for free? As apart of the response to easing the cost of living the council have opened up a free session. [ INFO ]
Calendar of Freebies
We thought we would add events that are free or cost very little to attend. Check out the Council Calendar for this week [ INFO ]
Hume Local News
Max Brenners closes it doors.
It looks like the food truck scene is winning the desert space. The once famous name that opened up the chocolate bar/dessert place all over melbourne is slowly becoming a victim to the dessert bar craze it started. Max Brenners in Broadmeadows has closed it doors at Broadmeadows Central. I guess they didn’t stay innovative enough and the Dubai Chocolate craze has taken Its place.
Helping hands Roxburgh Park closing
Everyone is doing it tough. And another business is closing down. Helping Hands is a vital service for those in need and they are closing their Roxburgh Park store. They are currently having a closing down sale and there is only 1 day left to go. The store is located at 2/2-10 Reservoir Dr, Coolaroo. If you have some spare change and need a bargain you have 1 more day. [ INFO ]
Sunbury Woman Wins Tattslotto
Imagine getting a phone call and the person on the other end has confirmed something life changing. This day and age we meet phone calls as scams or sales people. But this phone call was different. It was to confirm you had the winning ticket to the lottery. Click here to see her response and how much she won. [ INFO ]
Get on the Beers
Mc Cracken are putting on an International Beer Day, Happy Hour this Friday the 1st of August from 4pm – 6pm. They are free flowing the amber fluid out of their taps for those who like a frothy or two. The good part about it, is you can then dine at the restaurant which is not too shabby either. They are located at Hyatt Place Melbourne Essendon Fields, 1A Larkin Blvd, Essendon Fields.
Restaurant pick of the Week
Marnong Estate
Let the wood fire heat up your body like a big hug as the memories hit you just like you were at nonna’s house. Marnong estate have put together a menu for the month of August (Friday & Saturday nights only) to forget the cold outside and to be taken on an Italian get together celebrating atmosphere, family and the Dolce Vita (the sweet life). My biggest surprise is the wine selection and the non alcoholic offering what a pairing. All this at a reasonable price. To Book [ INFO ]
Hume Biz News
Cafe on the hill Reopens
Redstone estate just before Sunbury have their own cafe called Cafe on the Hill. It is situated looking over a park which makes it a great a place to take the kids. it’s become a place where you go and grab a bite to eat and a coffee while the kids do their thing. It’s a great little spot and I hear the coffee is great as well. If your in the area or just want a change of scenery and a place for the kids to burn off some energy, then this is the place to go. 675 Sunbury Road, Sunbury [ INFO ]
Pakistani Chowk Grand Opening
Food trucks used to be only places where you buy food at an event. These days instead of forking out huge money on restaurants the smart chefs are cooking up a storm out of a food truck. Pakistani food is normally not on mu radar until i heard about this place and now I am ready to expand my palate. If you like a bit heat in your food then you now have new foodie destination. Located in Broadmeadows at the arrow Service station on Camp rd. you can’t miss it. The Grand opening is Saturday 2nd August and come hungry!! [ INFO ]
Humes Local Heroes
Each week, it strikes me how generous this area is. I discovered that we all have a big heart and support those in need. Why I am blown away is, we have locals going above and beyond for others. The Hume area has a generous spirit, and nobody points that out. Thank you, Awesome Hume’ns.
Veteran Volunteer
This week St John Ambulance Victoria hosted a special morning tea on Friday, July 11 to farewell and thank Gladstone Park local Alan Marshall for his 52 years of service. Alan first volunteered for St John in 1972, joining his wife who was a member of the Broadmeadows unit. We all thank you for your incredible service and dedication. [ INFO ]
Sunbury Firefighters act of Kindness
In my quest to show how awesome the Hume area is, the Sunbury firefighters helped to put a smile on a family’s face this week. Boys, this act of Kindness doesn’t go unnoticed. Read the full story here [ INFO ]
Hume Local events
Saturday 02nd August
Slam Jam Night is on @ Club Sunbury. The Superoos are putting on a night so you can bust a move and also wins some great prizes [ INFO ]
Belt a tune out at the Blackhorse Hotel as it’s the 1st Saturday of the Month. Karaoke night is back, so warm up your vocal chords. [ INFO ]
Beer Pong tournament at Westmeadows football club. Now this is something that sounds really fun but can get really really messy you decide [ INFO ]
The Broady Meet and greet boys are back this Saturday hanging out at Harvey Normans. It’s is always a good night to talk all things cars and bikes. Remember no Hoon Policy!! Starts @7pm[ INFO ]
Get plenty of sleep the night before. IT’s time to get your thinking caps on and attend the Sunbury West Trivia Night. Starts @ 6:30pm [ INFO ]
Do you love the smell of baked bread? I know I do!! What if you could have that smell in your house 24/7 and have guilt free sourdough bread everyday. This workshop at Ottimo Bakery is your chance to get in touch with your inner baker with the instruction of an award winning baker. [ INFO ]
Sunday 03rd August
Who knew summer market season is starting this weekend. Greenvale Community market are the first one’s to start up again. Go and see what new treasure you can find. [ INFO ]
Looking for a Sunday live Music fix? Sunbury Social Club are running their monthly Jam Sessions. Grab a drink and listen to some live music played by locals. [ INFO ]
Up your cricket game, smash a few sixes or learn to bowl a googly, either way you need to check this out. [ INFO ]
Time to Centre yourself and get ready for the week. These yoga sessions are just what your soul and body needs. [ INFO ]
Sunday Funday with the Drag Racing crew at Calder Raceway. Don’t miss one of the last showdowns of the summit series. It’s always a day packed with adrenaline. [ INFO ]
Rest of the week - Local Happenings
What’s on ( Live )
CAMPBELLFIELD/ FAWKNER
Frequency | 01st Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner click for info
Songs of Farnham | 02nd Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - click for info
Sunday Fundays - The Herberts | 03rd Aug | Musicland 1359 Sydney Road, Fawkner - click for info
GLADSTONE PARK
Busta Groove | 01st Aug | Pockets 11/217 Mickleham Rd, Gladstone Park - 8pm [INFO]
Iron Steel | 02nd Aug | Pockets 11/217 Mickleham Rd, Gladstone Park 8pm [INFO]
Jase Williams | 01st Aug | Gladstone Park Hotel 196 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine
Adam Tardrew | 02nd Aug | Gladstone Park Hotel 196 Mickleham Rd, Tullamarine
SUNBURY
The Colonel | 02nd Aug | Piano on Evans 67A Evans St, Sunbury 11pm
Just Friends Band | 01st August | Russo Estate 760 Holden Road, Diggers Rest 6pm - 9pm