The Compassionate Friends Victoria

CULTURE CLUB (formerly "Book Club")
2024-10-12 10:30 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Four Beans Cafe and Roasting House, 22 High Street, Northcote, Victoria, 3070, Australia
All TCFV members are very welcome to Culture Club – parents, siblings, and grandparents – although as this is a social group we do recommend that members are two years along in their grief journey.
An opportunity to discuss literature, films, podcasts, live performances, etc. Report to the group about something you have read or seen in recent months. It doesn’t need to be grief-related (although that is certainly welcome, too); perhaps it is something that is personally meaningful for other reasons.
Held at The Four Beans Cafe, 22 High Street, Northcote in a private room at the back of the cafe. The cafe does great coffee and lovely food with a very tempting and delicious range of cakes on offer.

Registration for this event are closed.

Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival
2024-10-13 | MCG, MCG, Melbourne, Vic, 3004, Australia
NIKE MELBOURNE MARATHON FESTIVAL – SUNDAY 13 OCTOBER 2024
Events
7:00am – Nike Melbourne Marathon SOLD OUT.
7:55am – Nike Wheelchair Marathon SOLD OUT.
8:00am – Nike Half Marathon SOLD OUT
7:30am – Sri Lankan Airlines 10km Run SOLD OUT
11.15am – 5km Run
11.45am – 2.5km Walk

The Start Line is on Batman Avenue, approximately 150m North of Rod Laver Arena and the finish line is inside the MCG.
For all information regarding the Nike Melbourne Marathon Festival please see the link below …
https://melbournemarathon.com.au/
Join Team TCFV at the link or QR code below …
https://melbmara2024.grassrootz.com/the-compassionate-friends-victoria

Grieving Together - Grief Retreat
2024-10-18 - 2024-10-20 | Springvale Botanical Cemetery, Princes Highway, Springvale, VIC, 3171, Australia
Registrations are now closed.
“Hosted in partnership with The Compassionate Friends of Victoria (TCFV) and Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust (SMCT).
Please join us for our Grief Retreat. Our theme “Grieving Together” embodies the importance of reshaping our lives and processing our grief in a supportive and understanding environment.
Friday evening to Sunday afternoon, 18 October – 20 October 2024
Friday evening: Connect with like-minded individuals over refreshments and nibbles.
Saturday: Engage in a full day of grief and self-care sessions, including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea.
Saturday evening: Enjoy a communal sit-down dinner.
Sunday: Participate in additional grief and self-care sessions through to afternoon tea. Sunday will also provide an opportunity of reflection and remembrance.
Venue: The Centre for Care & Wellbeing, Springvale Botanical Cemetery
Address: 600 Princes Highway, Springvale, Vic.

How to find the venue – click here for more details on getting to Springvale Botanical Cemetary by car and public transport.
Cost to attend

$280 Friday night canapes and drinks, Saturday registration and dinner, and Sunday registration
$240 Saturday registration with dinner, and Sunday registration
$150 Saturday and Sunday registration only
$80 Saturday registration only
$70 Sunday registration only
$95 Saturday evening dinner (sit-down dinner)
$50 Friday night dinner (canapes and drinks)

For accommodation, we recommend these nearby hotels:
Nightcap at Sandown Park: Please call the hotel directly on 03 9546 5755 and quote TCFV to book.
Quest Dandenong: Please call the hotel directly on 03 8710 5700 or e-mail dandenongcentral@questapartments.com.au to make a booking and quote The Compassionate Friends Victoria. This will provide a 15% discount.
TCFV and SMCT are dedicated to supporting families experiencing grief. This collaboration allows us to offer meaningful and nurturing experiences for all attendees and still enables us to provide a “gathering” style event for participants.
This retreat is open to anyone experiencing grief. It provides a unique opportunity to remember our loved ones, gain deeper insights into our grief, and connect with others who truly understand our experiences.
The program includes:
Grief-Sharing Workshops: These sessions offer a safe space to share, discuss, and reflect on our ongoing experiences of bereavement with fellow grievers.
Self-Care Activities: Participate in a variety of hands-on activities designed to promote self-care and well-being, covering a range of topics and skills.
Additionally, there will be plenty of free time to relax, chat, and enjoy the beautiful and serene surroundings of the Springvale Botanical Cemetery.
Click here to view the full program
Important Information:
Registration opens on Friday, 2 August. Register here!
Registration Closing Date: Sunday, 6th October 2024.
We encourage you to register as soon as possible to secure your spot for this special retreat; all workshops can be selected at the time of registration.
For more information contact:
griefretreat@tcfv.org.au or care@smct.org.au.
We look forward to sharing this meaningful experience with you.
Registration for 2024 attendance is now closed.
Volunteer registration is now closed.

Dia de los Muertos 2024
2024-10-25 19:00 - 22:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Originating in Mexico, Día de los Muertos is a ritual dating back 3000 years. It is a two-day festival for family and friends to come together to honour and celebrate the lives of their loved ones who have passed away. Their belief is that at midnight on October 31, the spirits of loved ones can come down to enjoy the festivities that are prepared especially for them.
One of the biggest traditions of the festival is creating an offering of the favourite foods of their loved ones. The key purpose of this custom is a reminder of good memories and to show their loved ones that they are not forgotten.
This social evening at the centre is a chance for us to come together and share stories about our loved ones, the stories that made us laugh, the things that drove us crazy and everything in between.
It is a chance to celebrate the things that made each of them special, with people who truly understand the joy in being able to talk about our children, our siblings, and our grandchildren.
Bring a photo that can be pinned up on a garland (not in a frame).
Bring a plate of food to share that is the one thing you think of when you think of your child’s, sibling’s or grandchild’s favourite food. At previous year’s events we have had quiche, chips, donuts, pies, cakes and even a roast!
All family and friends welcome! Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
When: Friday 25 October 2024
Time: 7.00pm – 10.00pm
At: TCFV Centre (229 Canterbury Road Canterbury)
Cost: Donations gratefully accepted
RSVP: Wed 23 Oct 2024
Originating in Mexico, Día de los Muertos is a ritual dating back 3000 years. It is a two-day festival for family and friends to come together to honour and celebrate the lives of their loved ones who have passed away. Their belief is that at midnight on October 31, the spirits of loved ones can come down to enjoy the festivities that are prepared especially for them.
One of the biggest traditions of the festival is creating an offering of the favourite foods of their loved ones. The key purpose of this custom is a reminder of good memories and to show their loved ones that they are not forgotten.
This social evening at the centre is a chance for us to come together and share stories about our loved ones, the stories that made us laugh, the things that drove us crazy and everything in between.
It is a chance to celebrate the things that made each of them special, with people who truly understand the joy in being able to talk about our children, our siblings, and our grandchildren.
Bring a photo that can be pinned up on a garland (not in a frame).
Bring a plate of food to share that is the one thing you think of when you think of your child’s, sibling’s or grandchild’s favourite food. At previous year’s events we have had quiche, chips, donuts, pies, cakes and even a roast!
Enjoy a glass of Sangria and experience a different culture’s way of honouring their loved ones. Please register your attendance by completing the form below: This registration form has expired. We will be accepting no new registrations.

Walking Through Grief
2024-11-01 09:00 | Vic
A monthly self-care event. Light exercise and a walk along safe tracks in Canterbury. An opportunity to mix with bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents.
Please bring hat, sunscreen and a water bottle.
We meet at 9am at TCFV Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury.

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ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
2024-11-05 19:30 | Online Zoom event
This welcoming and friendly online environment provides monthly online peer support to individuals bereaved of a child, sibling or grandchild. An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort. This service is for Victorian and Tasmanian members of TCFV.
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ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
2024-11-07 13:30, 2025-02-06 13:30 | Vic
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria’s ‘ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art’ are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia.
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and the bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment. Just bring along your own art materials to the session (pen and paper, for instance, would be fine). It’s the opportunity to express that is important.
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
Please note: maximum class size is eight people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)

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At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Please contact your state office to set up a membership. See https://tcfa.org.au/ for contact details.

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Women Coming Together – Oak’s Day Drinks
2024-11-07 18:30 - 21:30 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Thursday 7th November – Women Coming Together – Oak’s Day Drinks
Time: 6.30pm to 9.30pm
At: 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury
Cost: $20.00 per person
Supper: Includes Prosecco, cheese boards and hot canapes.
There is the opportunity to wear your favourite race day hat or fascinator if you would like to.
We will have lucky door prizes, and some give aways throughout the night.

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Men's Space Pub Night
2024-11-15 18:30 - 21:30 | Box Hill Golf Club, Station Street, Box Hill South, VIC, 3128, Australia
We would like to invite all men to our Men’s Space Pub Night
This event is open to all our bereaved fathers, brothers and grandfathers. Please come along to and join us and chat with other bereaved men in a relaxed, welcoming environment. This night supports a sense of mateship and wellbeing, while offering the opportunity to help with your own grief as well.
We have booked a table for you all to get together and chat under TCFV.
Please order and pay for your meals and drinks at your own expense.

When: Friday 15 November 2024
Time: 6.30pm- 9.30pm
At: Box Hill Golf Club (202 Station St, Box Hill South 3128)
RSVP: Thursday 14th November

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SPAR10 Community Fundraiser
2024-11-16 19:00 - 22:00 | South Oakleigh Bowls Club, North Road, Oakleigh South, VIC, 3167, Australia
SPAR10: An event to celebrate and make a difference in the community.
Date – Sat, 16th November
Venue – South Oakleigh Bowls CLUB
Time – 7pm welcome, 8pm Live Band – The Flares – High energy, fun-loving cover band playing the best and coolest songs from the 60’s to now.
Cost: $55 per person including entertainment, hot and cold finger food, sweets and grazing platter.
Drinks at Bar Prices

About the Event
SPAR10: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Legacy – Community Fundraiser
Proudly sponsored by South Oakleigh Bowls Club.

Join us in celebrating Bron’s remarkable achievement of completing 10 Melbourne Marathons—a journey that goes beyond physical endurance. This journey honours the enduring bond she shares with her late brother, Stephen, who lost his battle with depression.
Bron’s story is one of resilience, where running became her movement medicine, helping her navigate the deep grief of losing Steve. Around the time Stephen had been dead longer than he had lived, Bron found herself exhausted by the heavy impact his absence had on her life. Yet, instead of succumbing to despair, she chose to reframe her narrative, finding strength in her brother’s memory.
The Melbourne Marathon holds profound significance for Bron. It finishes at the MCG, the very place Steve invited her to, days before he died, despite his struggles—a selfless act of love and courage. Now, each marathon she runs is a step closer to Steve, a way of reconnecting with him, and a tribute to the lessons his life and death have taught her.
Bron’s goal to become a Spartan—an elite club for those who have completed 10 Melbourne Marathons—is more than just a personal milestone. It’s a symbol of self-belief, resilience, and a new perspective on loss. Through this journey, she has transformed her grief into a source of inspiration, with Stephen becoming the cheerleader he couldn’t be in life.
This year, as Bron crosses the finish line, she dedicates her run to the memory of her brother, Steve. Her journey is a powerful reminder that even in the face of loss, we can choose to create a narrative that serves our lives well, embracing both the pain and the love that coexist in our hearts.
Support Bron’s SPAR10 mission by joining in the celebrations or by donating to the TCFV Suicide Bereavement Support, and help others find hope and healing in their darkest times. Together, let’s honour Steve’s memory and support those who continue to struggle. Every step counts. Every contribution makes a difference. We look forward to celebrating with you at SPAR10.

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ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
2024-12-05 13:30 | Vic
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria’s ‘ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art’ are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia.
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and the bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment. Just bring along your own art materials to the session (pen and paper, for instance, would be fine). It’s the opportunity to express that is important.
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
Please note: maximum class size is eight people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)

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2. The date in which they died?
Thank you for this. This helps us guide the session towards participants' needs. Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Please contact your state office to set up a membership. See https://tcfa.org.au/ for contact details.

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Walking Through Grief
2024-12-06 09:00 | Vic
A monthly self-care event. Light exercise and a walk along safe tracks in Canterbury. An opportunity to mix with bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents.
Please bring hat, sunscreen and a water bottle.
We meet at 9am at TCFV Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury.

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Worldwide Candle Lighting Service 2024
2024-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Bass Care, 2 Rochester Road, Canterbury, VIC, 3126, Australia
The Candle Lighting Service, is the largest mass candle lighting on the globe to honour the memories of our children, siblings and grandchildren. Highlights: Guest speaker, poems and readings, candle lighting including the reading of names, slideshow of photos, sharing time, hugs, tears and laughter. Slideshow: Please provide a photo of your child, sibling or grandchild in the registration form below. Please note that bookings are essential for this event, please RSVP by 12:00pm Wednesday, December 4 to ensure your child/sibling/grandchild’s photo is included in the memorial slideshow. You need to register below.

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ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP for Regional Victorians & Tasmanians bereaved through the suicide of a child, sibling or grandchild
2024-12-19 19:00 | Online, Australia
This welcoming and friendly online environment provides bi-monthly – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec – peer support to regionally-based suicide bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort.
Places are limited and you can register to attend below.
To register, please start with the check-box below…

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ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
2025-01-09 13:30 | Vic
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria’s ‘ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art’ are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia.
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and the bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment. Just bring along your own art materials to the session (pen and paper, for instance, would be fine). It’s the opportunity to express that is important.
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
Please note: maximum class size is eight people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)

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QLD

NT

SA

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If this is your first session of TCFV online art therapy, could you please provide us with:1. The name of your child/children, sibling/s, grandchild/grandchildren who died?
2. The date in which they died?
Thank you for this. This helps us guide the session towards participants' needs. Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Please contact your state office to set up a membership. See https://tcfa.org.au/ for contact details.

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ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
2025-02-04 19:30 | Online Zoom event
This welcoming and friendly online environment provides monthly online peer support to individuals bereaved of a child, sibling or grandchild. An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort. This service is for Victorian and Tasmanian members of TCFV.

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Open Day 2025 at TCFV Centre
2025-02-07 15:00 - 2025-02-08 15:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Please note: registration for this event is now closed.
Mark your calendars for a special day of warmth and connection, exploring the heart of our supportive community.
When: Friday 7 FEBRUARY 2025
3.00pm – 7.00pm
AND
SATURDAY 8 FEBRUARY 2025
11.00AM – 3.00PM
WHERE: TCFV Centre
229 Canterbury road
Canterbury VICTORIA
Our doors will be wide open, with our dedicated TCFV Board, Staff and Volunteers there to welcome you to experience the essence and compassion of our Centre.
RSVP: Wednesday 29 January 2025.

'The Appleton Ladies Potato Race' - Malvern Theatre
2025-02-13 20:00 - 23:00 | Malvern Theatre, 29A Burke Road, East Malvern, Victoria, Australia
Tickets are now sold out. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, please contact Andrew McNess at: andrewm@tcfv.org.au

THE MALVERN THEATRE COMPANY AND THE COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS VICTORIA PRESENT
‘The Appleton Ladies Potato Race‘
Thursday 13 February 2025
8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
When Penny returns to her hometown of Appleton in NSW to set up as the local GP, she is excited to embrace the town and all its quirky pastimes, including the biggest event of the year, the famous Potato Sack Race. However, when she learns the prize money for the women is 5 times lower than that for the men, well, she just can’t stay silent. But she isn’t prepared for the battles she is about to face …
Inspired by Melanie Tait’s own experiences, ‘Appleton’ tackles gender politics and the fight for equality in an exuberant, warm-hearted comedy. This sparkling play has enjoyed return, sell-out seasons across the country, and has been adapted into a movie. Malvern Theatre Company is delighted to present its first Victorian production.

CULTURE CLUB (formerly "Book Club")
2025-02-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Four Beans Cafe and Roasting House, 22 High Street, Northcote, Victoria, 3070, Australia
All TCFV members are very welcome to Culture Club – parents, siblings, and grandparents – although as this is a social group we do recommend that members are two years along in their grief journey.
An opportunity to discuss literature, films, podcasts, live performances, etc. Report to the group about something you have read or seen in recent months. It doesn’t need to be grief-related (although that is certainly welcome, too); perhaps it is something that is personally meaningful for other reasons.
Held at The Four Beans Cafe, 22 High Street, Northcote in a private room at the back of the cafe. The cafe does great coffee and lovely food with a very tempting and delicious range of cakes on offer.

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Express Yourself Through Art at TCFV Centre
2025-02-17 19:30 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Natasha Ballingall – a professional art therapist and bereaved mother – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment.
Art materials are provided on site.

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ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP for Regional Victorians & Tasmanians bereaved through the suicide of a child, sibling or grandchild
2025-02-20 19:00 | Online, Australia
This welcoming and friendly online environment provides bi-monthly – Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec – peer support to regionally-based suicide bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort.
Places are limited and you can register to attend below.
To register, please start with the check-box below…

NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Are you a member of Compassionate Friends Victoria?*

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Thank you for your interest in this online support group.
At present, it is only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more, please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Name*Phone*In case we need to contact you.Email*

So we can send the online meeting address to you.Date

ONLINE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP
2025-03-04 19:30, 2025-04-01 19:30 | Online Zoom event
This welcoming and friendly online environment provides monthly online peer support to individuals bereaved of a child, sibling or grandchild. An opportunity for us to speak openly – in an environment of peers – about our grief, bereavement-related challenges we are facing, our lost loved ones, and where we find meaning or comfort. This service is for Victorian and Tasmanian members of TCFV.

Online Support Group - Bereaved through any means

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ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
2025-03-06 13:30 | Vic
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria’s ‘ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art’ are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia.
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and the bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment. Just bring along your own art materials to the session (pen and paper, for instance, would be fine). It’s the opportunity to express that is important.
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
Please note: maximum class size is eight people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)

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So we can send the online meeting address to you.Are you a member of TCF in an Australian state?

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If yes, could you please specify which state?

NSW

VIC/TAS

QLD

NT

SA

WA

ACT
If this is your first session of TCFV online art therapy, could you please provide us with:1. The name of your child/children, sibling/s, grandchild/grandchildren who died?
2. The date in which they died?
Thank you for this. This helps us guide the session towards participants' needs. Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Please contact your state office to set up a membership. See https://tcfa.org.au/ for contact details.

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Express Yourself Through Art at TCFV Centre
2025-03-17 19:30 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Natasha Ballingall – a professional art therapist and bereaved mother – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment.
Art materials are provided on site.

LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Are you a bereaved member of The Compassionate Friends Victoria?

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Bereaved Grandparents Morning Tea
2025-03-19 10:00 - 12:00 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Bereaved Grandparents Morning Tea
Wednesday 19 March 2025
We warmly invite all bereaved grandparents to join us for a heartfelt and comforting morning tea with Di Freshney and Deb Dillon.
This will be a special opportunity to come together in a gentle and understanding space, where you can share, connect, and find support among others who truly understand the unique journey of grandparent grief.
Whether you are looking for a quiet moment of reflection, a chance to meet others who share a similar experience, or simply the warmth of a compassionate gathering, we would love to have you with us.
Please join us for a morning of kindness, connection, and shared support.
RSPV: By Monday 17 March 2025
Registrations are now closed.

A Special Evening at the Centre with Blokes Psychology (6.30pm - 8.30pm)
2025-03-31 18:30 - 20:30 | The Compassionate Friends Victoria Centre, 229 Canterbury Road, Canterbury, Victoria, 3126, Australia
Please register your attendance by completing the form below:

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We warmly welcome all members of the TCFV community – bereaved parents, sibling, and grandparents – to join us for a meaningful evening of support and connection.
The night will feature a presentation by Kane and Joe from Blokes Psychology, offering valuable insights into men and grief. While the discussion will focus on men’s experiences, the information shared will be helpful for everyone, including those supporting grieving men in their lives.
Following the presentation, there will be time for questions and the opportunity to connect over supper.
Your hosts for the evening will be bereaved fathers and TCFV Group Leaders, Bruce Houghton, John Dellios and Rob Moschetti.

ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art, with Lauren Foster
2025-04-03 13:30 | Vic
Please note: these sessions of TCF Victoria’s ‘ONLINE Express Yourself Through Art’ are also available to TCF members in other states of Australia.
Express Yourself Through Art classes use the creative process of arts making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of individuals. Lauren Foster – a professional art therapist and the bereaved mother of Rex – runs “Express Yourself Through Art” online for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who are members of TCFV.
The classes enable participants to express feelings and thoughts that they may not be able to articulate, want to speak about or share. This is in a completely safe and non-judging environment. Just bring along your own art materials to the session (pen and paper, for instance, would be fine). It’s the opportunity to express that is important.
The classes can be accessed via an app on your computer, phone or tablet. The classes are conducted using Zoom Meetings video conferencing.
Please note: maximum class size is eight people.
You need to register by filling out the filling out the fields below. (When you register, we will send you a confirmation email, which includes instructions on how to join the Zoom classes.)

X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*Phone*In case we need to contact you.Email*

So we can send the online meeting address to you.Are you a member of TCF in an Australian state?

Yes

No
If yes, could you please specify which state?

NSW

VIC/TAS

QLD

NT

SA

WA

ACT
If this is your first session of TCFV online art therapy, could you please provide us with:1. The name of your child/children, sibling/s, grandchild/grandchildren who died?
2. The date in which they died?
Thank you for this. This helps us guide the session towards participants' needs. Thank you for your interest in the Online Art Therapy session.
At present, they are only available to TCF members.
If you'd like to know more please give us a call on 1300 064 068. Please contact your state office to set up a membership. See https://tcfa.org.au/ for contact details.

DateNumber of People*

The Compassionate Friends Walk to Remember 2025
2025-04-06 11:00 - 14:00 | Princes Park, Carlton Nth, 240-564 Royal Parade (we meet in field just down from intersection of Royal Pde and Levers Street - keep an eye out for TCFV banners), Carlton North, Victoria, 3054
Our annual Walk to Remember, is a time to honour your child, sibling or grandchild and connect with others walking the same journey. This event is open to family & friends so please invite everyone to honour your loved one.

During the walk we will be pausing for a service Lakeside followed by a picnic lunch. Please note: Due to catering deadlines, we’re no longer able to take any more bookings for our picnic lunch. However, we warmly encourage all attendees to bring along their own lunch and enjoy a relaxed picnic with us on the day.

Please BYO picnic chairs, rugs and water bottles.
(We meet in a field just down from intersection of Royal Pde and Levers Street – keep an eye out for TCFV banners … please see map below.)
If you are unable to attend, but would like your child, sibling’s or grandchild’s name(s) to be carried, please contact the Centre to advise of names.

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These are optional so if you are wanting to just register for the walk then please scroll to the bottom of this form and click 'Complete Registration'. T-Shirts
All T-Shirt sizes are $30.
Caps are $15.
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Would you like to collect your purchases or have them delivered?*Collect on the daySent to home addressDelivery available for orders placed before noon, Monday, March 24. Postage and handling based on the number of t-shirts.( 1 = $6, 2-4 = $12, 5+ = $18 )Postage and Handling*

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Photo Badges will be created at the TCFV centre and available to collect on the day of the walk Enter the quantity you would like and upload a photo below.
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Travelling by Tram? Tram Route 19 – North Coburg, departing from Flinders Street Train Station, will stop at the intersection of Levers St & Royal Parade.
