Jacka Mingle

13/05/2026

⚠️ Reminder: Jacka Astronomy Night is on this Friday 15 May!
Join us to discover the wonders of the night sky, including spotting Jupiter. Dress warm and enjoy a free warm drink on arrival. Come and see the Mingle staff to collect your voucher.

🎫 Don’t forget to register.

You are invited to an evening of astronomy and stargazing in Jacka, presented by Canberra Astronomical Society in partnership with Mingle.

08/05/2026

We are always looking for ways to become better parents/carers! Join the ‘Bringing Up Great Kids’ program.

This program uses mindfulness and reflection to support parents. Learn about the relationship between a child’s brain and their behaviour and the importance of taking care of yourself to be able to support children better.

This program is at Margaret Hendry School in partnership with UnitingCare Kippax and developed by the Australian Childhood Foundation. The program runs for six sessions, two hours each session at The Hive, Margaret Hendry School. Click the link below for more information and to register your FREE spot.

For more information contact Hannah ([email protected]) or Allie ([email protected]).

📅 Starting Tuesday 19 May for 6 weeks
🕤 9:30am – 11:30am
📍 The Hive, Margaret Hendry School
Sign up:

04/05/2026

Share your views: Multicultural community facilities survey open.

We want to hear from multicultural communities about the places you use – and need – to meet, celebrate, learn and connect.

Your feedback will help us understand what community facilities are needed now, and in the future. This will help us use existing spaces better and plan for more flexible ones.

You can tell us about your community and the facilities you use in our survey – all groups are welcome.

You can also share the survey with your community members so they can have their say too.

The survey will take about 8 to 10 minutes to complete. It closes on 31 May 2026.

Complete the survey today:

Help us understand the community and cultural spaces our multicultural ACT needs.

29/04/2026

Slow down, look closely, and discover the beauty of their local environment through Nature Together: Journaling for Connection and Wellbeing, a new initiative delivered by NatureArt Lab - Art Classes.
This relaxed outdoor program offers guided nature journaling workshops in local green spaces, where participants can explore drawing, observation, and simple watercolour techniques. No artistic experience is needed- just curiosity and a willingness to spend time outdoors.
Two small-group sessions will be held across the year, beginning on Sunday 24 May, with a second session on Saturday 29 August to capture seasonal change. Each 2.5-hour workshop provides all materials and a welcoming space to connect with nature and meet others in the community.

Participation is free for residents via a booking code JACKAJOURNAL.

📅 Session 1: Sunday 24 May
🕙 10am - 12:30pm
📅 Session 2: Saturday 29 August
🕜 1:30pm - 4pm
🎫 Register here: https://natureartlab.com.au/products/nature-together-journalling-for-connection-and-wellbeing-community-nature-journalling-program-overview?_pos=1&_sid=48ab83fa6&_ss=r

28/04/2026

Expression of interest is extended until tomorrow Wednesday 29 April. Apply now!

📗📖📕 We are inviting you to build and host a Street Library for your community. There are only five libraries to be made, so places are limited.

Come in pairs to build the library together (a parent/child (15 yrs+, neighbours or friends). Please register for both sessions (Saturday 2 & 9 May). Each session is $20 per workshop (total $40 per library).

👷🏼‍♂️ Installation of the street library will be the responsibility of the workshop participants. Mingle's Community Support Fund can be used to pay for resources to achieve this. (To find out more about this contact [email protected])

The first workshop will involve constructing “The Shed”, one of the most popular street library designs. The second workshop will involve painting your library and preparing it for installation.

🤔 If you are interested, please complete this expression of interest form. We will review the applications and select representatives from each suburb. If selected, you will need to pay and register via an Eventbrite link which will be provided by the Mingle team.

✉️ We look forward to hearing from you! https://forms.office.com/r/g57y9SyaXR

27/04/2026

Discover the story of Captain Albert Jacka. Lest we forget.

Anzac Day is a national day of commemoration. Did you know the suburb of Jacka was named after Captain Albert Jacka?

He was the first Australian to be awarded the Victoria Cross medal during the Gallipoli campaign. During the First World War he was renowned for his heroism and became a symbol of the spirit of the ANZACs.

Lest we forget.

📸 credits: Australian War Memorial (Accession number P02141.003)

27/04/2026

🎉 The Term 2 What’s On calendar is here!
From fitness to community activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
For MEGA Mums Canberra & Surrounds - Fun, Fitness & Friendship classes, please book via the MEGA Member App (sign up to become a member) 👉 https://www.mobileapp.app/to/Z5nyU60?ref=m_so

24/04/2026

📣 Reminder: Expressions of interest are still open to help to build a ‘street library’ in your community! 📚✨

🗓️ Saturday 2 May & Saturday 9 May
⏰ 2pm – 4pm

Don’t miss your chance to be part of bringing books and community together. Expression of interest closes Tuesday 28 April.

✉️ Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/g57y9SyaXR

📗📖📕 We are inviting you to build and host a Street Library for your community. There are only five libraries to be made, so places are limited.

Come in pairs to build the library together (a parent/child (15 yrs+, neighbours or friends). Please register for both sessions (Saturday 2 & 9 May). Each session is $20 per workshop (total $40 per library).

👷🏼‍♂️ Installation of the street library will be the responsibility of the workshop participants. Mingle's Community Support Fund can be used to pay for resources to achieve this. (To find out more about this contact [email protected])

The first workshop will involve constructing “The Shed”, one of the most popular street library designs. The second workshop will involve painting your library and preparing it for installation.

🤔 If you are interested, please complete this expression of interest form. We will review the applications and select representatives from each suburb. If selected, you will need to pay and register via an Eventbrite link which will be provided by the Mingle team.

✉️ We look forward to hearing from you! https://forms.office.com/r/g57y9SyaXR