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2008 KITSA Events Calendar

As a Kangan Batman TAFE student, you can experience the many fun and exciting activities KITSA - Your Student Association organises during the year. From orientation days to Inter- Tertiary sports to fundraising activities, make sure you put these events in your diary. Learn to ski, go horse riding or experience swimming with the Dolphins at Queenscliff .There's something for everyone!

February

Orientation Weeks

In the last week of February and first week of March, KITSA - Your Student Association will be organising some fantastic, fun FREE activities. Please refer to the noticeboards at your respective campus for times and activities. For further information, contact 9279 2599.

When: Wednesday 13 February
Where: Coburg campus
When: Thursday 14 February
Where: Docklands campus (Automotive Centre of Excellence)
When: Tuesday 19 February
Where: Broadmeadows campus
When: Thursday 21 February
Where: Craigieburn campus - Flexible Learning Centre
When: Tuesday 26 February
Where: Richmond campus
When: Thursday 28 February
Where: Moreland campus
When: Thursday 4 March
Where: Essendon campus
FREE Pancakes

Free Pancakes Yummy Short Stacks at Moreland Campus

When: Friday 15 March
Where: Moreland campus
Time: 10.00 am - 11.15 am

March

Evening Students Entertainment

Attention all evening students! KITSA will be organising free food for you. A KITSA staff member will be knocking on your classroom door inviting you to enjoy a variety of FREE food including hot finger foods, pizza, pasta, soup and pancakes.

When: Monday 3 March - Thursday 6 March
Where: Broadmeadows and Richmond campuses
Time: 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday 11 March - Thursday 13 March
Where: Essendon
Time: 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 13 March
Where: Moreland
Time: 6.30 pm - 7.30 pm
Cost: Free
Dolphin Swim

KITSA is giving you the chance of a lifetime to swim and interact with dolphins and seals in their natural environment at Queenscliff. This magnificent trip includes a four-hour tour to Popes Eye, Chainman's Hat and Dolphin habitats. A tour by qualified marine staff, and the hire of wetsuit, snorkel, mask, as well as light refreshments, and transport included. For further information, please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Friday 14 March
Where: Queenscliff
Cost: $40
Harmony Day

Harmony Day highlights the need to bring people together. KITSA would like to encourage students at the Broadmeadows, Moreland and Richmond campuses from multicultural backgrounds to dress in their national costume on the day. All students will receive an orange ribbon, which symbolises HARMONY. For further information please contact Gianna Natarelli on 9279 2599.

Broadmeadows campus KITSA, in conjunction with first year Event Management students will be hosting Harmony Day Activities on Wednesday 19 March. Look forward to live music, sign affirmation messages and a free BBQ.

When: Wednesday 19 March
Where: Broadmeadows campus - Canteen/Courtyard area
Time: 11.30am - 1.30pm

Moreland / Richmond campuses KITSA will be holding a morning tea in the canteen to celebrate Harmony Day on Thursday 20 March at the Moreland and Richmond campuses. For further information contact Gianna Natarelli on 9279 2599 (Moreland) or Ingar Kirkland on 9425 5713 (Richmond)

When: Thursday 20 March
Where: Canteen
Time: 10.00am - 11.30pm (Moreland)
10.00am - 11.30am (Richmond)
Cost: Free

April

National Youth Week / 5 - 13 April

KITSA – Your Student Association will be holding some fun activities at the Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Essendon, Moreland and Richmond campuses to celebrate the achievements of young people between the ages of 12- 25. The theme for Youth Week is Shout, Share, Live and Unite. For further information please contact Gianna Natarelli on 9279 2599 or Ingar Kirkland on 9425 5713 (Richmond).

When: Tuesday 8 April
Where: Richmond campus - Cremorne Street
Time 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday 9 April
Where: Broadmeadows campus - Canteen/Courtyard
Time 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 10 April
Where: Moreland campus - Canteen
Time 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Monday 14 April
Where: Craigieburn Flexible Learning Centre
Time 11.00am – 12.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday 15 April
Where: Essendon campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
Morning Tea for Students at the Moreland campus

KITSA - Your Student Association is holding a FREE Morning Tea for STUDENTS at the Moreland campus

The FREE offer includes the following choices: Variety of Cakes, Yogurt, Fruit Salad with either a Coffee, Tea or Hot Chocolate

When: Friday 18 April
Where: Moreland - Serving from the Cafe
Time 10.00am – 11.00am
Cost: Free

KITSA - Your Student Association is holding a FREE Morning Tea for STUDENTS at the Moreland campus

Netball Competition

KITSA is looking for interested netballers to compete in the Women's and Mixed Netball competitions against other Victorian tertiary schools. For further information please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Wednesday 16 April
Where: State Netball Centre - Parkville
Cost: Free
Coburg Campus Activity

KITSA will be organising an activity for the apprentices at the Coburg campus. Look forward to free food and some fun activities

This event will be held outdoors at the Broadmeadows campus, amphitheatre area, and will feature a variety of stalls. For further information, please contact 9279 2599.

When: Tuesday 22 April
Where: Building A – Dawson Street
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
Docklands Campus Activity

KITSA will be organising an activity for the apprentices at the Docklands campus. Look forward to free food and some fun activities

When: Wednesday 23 April
Where: Outside the main entrance
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free

May

Indoor Football (Aussie Rules) Competition

KITSA is looking for footballers who want to compete in the annual Inter Tertiary Football carnival. If you are a keen footballer and are interested in playing, this is your chance to display your great skills. For further information, please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Wednesday 7 May
Where: TBA
Time: 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Cost: Free
Chocolate Indulgence Day

Chocolate lovers, this is for you! The Chocolate Indulgence Day at the Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Docklands, Essendon, Moreland and Richmond campuses will delight your taste buds. For further information, contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Tuesday 6 May
Where: Broadmeadows - Cafeteria - Building D
Time: 12.00pm - 1:30pm
Cost: Free
Great raffle prizes to be WON on the day. Money from the raffle will be donated to the deaf children foundation. Please note this Event will be fundraising for deaf children. A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated.
When: Tuesday 6 May
Where: Seating Area - Docklands/Flexible Learning Centre - Craigieburn
Time: 12.00pm - 1:00pm
Cost: Free
Please note this Event will be fundraising for deaf children. A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated
When: Thursday 8 May
Where: Craigieburn Flexible Learning Centre
Time: 10.00am – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday 13 May
Where: Canteen – Building B - Cremorne Street - Richmond Campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
Great prizes to be WON on the day. Please note this Event will be fundraising for deaf children. A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated
When: Wednesday 14 May
Where: Canteen - Moreland
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
Please note this Event will be fundraising for deaf children. A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated
When: Tuesday 20 May
Where: Essendon Campus
Time: 10.30am – 11.30am
Cost: Free
Cost: FREE Hot Chocolate available from the cafe. Please note this Event will be fundraising for deaf children. A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated
Library and Information Week / Monday 19 – Sunday 25 May

KITSA – Your Student Association will be sponsoring the Library and Learning Centres (LLC) for Library and Information Week. The week is for the Library and Learning Centre to showcase their great resources. Visit the LLC during Library Week to enjoy the many free fun activities that will be happening

When: Monday 19 – Thursday 24 May
Where: Library and Learning Centre (LLC)
Time: TBA
Cost: Free
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea

KITSA - Your Student Association and Hospitality, Travel and Tourism (HT&T) are holding Australia's Biggest Morning Tea on Thursday 22nd May 2008 between 9.30am - 11.00 am at Richards Restaurant. Great prizes to be won in the Raffle

Where: Richards Restaurant, Broadmeadows campus
When: Thursday 22 May
Time: 9.30am – 11.00am
Location: Richards Restaurant (Broadmeadows)
Cost: Approx. $4.50 for coffee and cake
Where: Richmond campus
When: Thursday 22 May
Time: 9.30am - 11.00am
Location: Canteen – Cremorne Street
Cost: Approx. $4.00 for coffee and muffins/jam donuts.
Docklands Campus Activity

KITSA – Your Student Association will be organising an activity for the apprentices at the Docklands campus. Look forward to free food and some fun activities

When: Wednesday 28 May
Where: Outside the main entrance (Docklands Campus)
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free

June

World Environment Day

KITSA – Your Student Association will be having activities at the Moreland and Broadmeadows campuses to highlight World Environment issues. The day is to promote awareness on how to protect the environment now and for all future generations. The slogan for 2008 World Environment Day is "CO2, Kick the Habit! Towards a Low Carbon Economy .

When: Tuesday 3 June
Where: Moreland Campus
Location: Canteen
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 5 June
Where: Broadmeadows Campus
Location: Canteen – Building D
Time: 12.00pm onwards
Cost: Free
Richmond Campus Activity

KITSA will be organising an activity for the students at the Richmond campus. Look forward to free food and some fun activities. The day will include FREE Pancakes and heaps of activities so come along and enjoy the occasion.

When: Tuesday 10 June
Where: Outside Building B, Richmond Campus - Cremorne Street
Time: 11.30am – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
Craigieburn Campus – Flexible Learning Centre

KITSA - Your Student Association will be holding a free lunch for the students at Craigieburn Flexible Learning Centre

When: Thursday 12 June
Where: Flexible Learning Centre
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
Bollywood comes to Broadmeadows

KITSA – Your Student Association is bringing the vibrant, colourful world of Bollywood to the Broadmeadows campus on Wednesday 18th June. Enjoy free food and Bollywood entertainment

When: Wednesday 18 June
Where: Canteen – Building D
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
Pancake Day

Yummy freshly cooked short stack pancakes (two pancakes) will be on offer for free to the students at the Moreland, Essendon, Docklands and Coburg campuses The pancakes are served with ice-cream and your choice of maple syrup, strawberry jam or lemon sugar.

When: Thursday 19 June
Where: Essendon Outside the LLC
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Friday 20 June
Where: Moreland Canteen - Building B
Time: 10.00am – 11.00am
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday 24 June
Where: Docklands - Outside the main entrance area
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday 25 June
Where: Coburg – Building A and Building H
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free

July

Mid Year Orientation

KITSA - Your Student Association will be organising some fantastic free fun activities to welcome students to second semester at Kangan Batman TAFE. Keep an eye out for the latest student newsletter and notice boards for full listings on what activities will be happening on your respective campus.

When: Wednesday 16 July
Where: Docklands campus (Automotive Centre of Excellence)
When: Thursday 17 July
Where: Craigieburn campus
When: Tuesday 22 July
Where: Moreland campus
When: Thursday 24 July
Where: Broadmeadows campus
When: Tuesday 29 July
Where: Richmond campus
When: Tuesday 31 July
Where: Essendon campus

August

Paintball Challenge

KITSA – Your Student Association is giving you a chance to relax from your everyday responsibilities and rekindle your spirit of adventure. Once the adrenalin starts pumping you can't help but love the thrill of the paintball game.

Paintball Challenge game is built around the use of teamwork and strategy, with opposing teams attempting to outwit and out maneuvers their opponents. Points are scored throughout the day with one team ultimately reigning supreme. Everyone has fun doing it so everybody is a winner on the day!

Please note: You must be 18 years old to play Paintball Challenge

When: Friday 1 August
Where: Lara – Outdoor Complex
Cost: $40.00
Basketball Competition

Play at one of Melbourne's premier facilities against other Victorian Tertiary Institutions in Men's, Women's and mixed competitions. Round robin competitions will determine finalists who will play for the ultimate glory and trophies. For further information, please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Wednesday 6 August
Where: MSAC (Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre – Albert Park)
Cost: Free
Evening Students Entertainment

Attention all Broadmeadows, Essendon, Moreland and Richmond campus evening students! KITSA – Your Student Association will be organising free food for you. Look out for a KITSA staff member knocking on your classroom door inviting you to enjoy a variety of FREE food including pizza, pasta, soup and pancakes.

When: Monday 4 - Thursday 7 August
Where: Broadmeadows campus
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Monday 11 - Thursday 14 August
Where: Essendon campus
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Monday 18 – Thursday 22 August
Where: Richmond campus
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 21 August
Where: Moreland Campus
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Cost: Free
Ski Day Trip

Spend an unforgettable day skiing or sights at Mt Buller, one of Australia premier ski resorts. Whether your standard of skiing is advanced, intermediate or you are trying skiing for the first time, this day is for you. All are welcome to join us on this enjoyable day. Skis, boots, poles, transport, breakfast and lift passes are all included. For further information, please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599

When: Friday 8 August
Where: Mt. Buller
Cost: $100.00 – Ski and Snowboarding
Three Day Ski Weekend

What could be more enjoyable than a weekend on the slopes of Mt. Hotham? If you enjoy skiing or snowboarding with friends, then secure your place now, as limited spots are available. Transport, accommodation and evening activities are all included in this package. For further information, please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Friday 15 – Sunday 17 August
Where: Mt. Hotham
Cost: $200.00 (Base Package)
Body, Mind and Spirit - (Work, Life and Balance)

KITSA – Your Student Association will be holding a Body, Mind and Spirit Day at the Broadmeadows, Essendon, Moreland and Richmond campuses. This event will focus on health, nutrition, fitness, mental health and drug awareness.

Enjoy free shoulder and neck massages. Plenty of free brochures covering the topic of Health and Wellbeing and giveaways will be available on the day.

For further information please contact Gianna Natarelli on 9279 2599

When: Tuesday 19 August
Where: Broadmeadows Canteen
Time: 11.30am – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday 20 August
Where: Moreland – Canteen Building B
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 21 August
Where: Essendon campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday 26 August
Where: Richmond campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free

September

Free Pizza Day

KITSA – Your Student Association will be putting on free pizza at the Broadmeadows, Craigieburn, Essendon, Moreland and Richmond campuses for students

When: Monday 1 September
Where: Richmond campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Tuesday 2 September
Where: Essendon campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday 3 September
Where: Broadmeadows campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 4 September
Where: Moreland campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 11 September
Where: Craigieburn Flexible Learning Centre
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
Horse Riding

Come along on a three-hour horse ride through the beautiful countryside of Whittlesea. This trip caters for the beginner rider to the more confident riders. Transport, experienced guides and refreshments are included in the price. For further information contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599

When: Friday 5 September
Where: Whittlesea
Cost: $35.00
Indoor Soccer Competition

Play at one of Melbourne's premier facilities against other Victorian Tertiary Institutions in Men and Women's competitions. Round robin competitions will determine finalists and who will play for the ultimate glory and trophies. For further information contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Wednesday 10 September
Where: TBA
Cost: Free

October

Mental Health Week / Monday 6th October – Sunday 12th October

KITSA – Your Student Association together with Counselling and Advisory Services (CAS) will be promoting Mental Health Week at the Broadmeadows, Essendon and Moreland campuses. The week is aimed at promoting positive mental health through raising awareness and providing a range of fun activities and giveaways for students to get involved in.

When: Tuesday 7 October
Where: Essendon
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Wednesday 8 October
Where: Broadmeadows
Time: 12.00pm – 1.00pm
Cost: Free
When: Thursday 9 October
Where: Moreland
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free
Fishing Competition

Western Port Bay awaits all fishing enthusiasts! Come and join us on a charted boat as we go out in search of snapper, salmon and whiting. You may even see a shark! Rods, reels, bait and tackle are supplied for the day along with refreshments and a BBQ.

For further information, contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Saturday 11 October
Where: Hastings – Westernport Bay
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: $50.00
Indoor Cricket

Fancy yourself a bit of a Shane Warne or Ricky Ponting when it comes to cricket? KITSA is looking for cricketers who want to compete in the annual Inter Tertiary Cricket carnival. If you are a keen cricketer and are interested in playing, this is your chance to display your great skills. For further information, please contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Wednesday 15 October
Where: TBA
Cost: Free
Pink Ribbon Day

KITSA –Your Student Association in conjunction with the First Year Event Management students will be holding a fundraising lunch to raise money for Breast Cancer Research. This event has been running for the past 4 years and has raised over $3000.00 largely to the fantastic support of our female population at KANGAN BATMAN TAFE. This day is all about having FUN while fundraising for a worthwhile cause. There are great prizes to be won at the luncheon. Get in early to avoid disappointment as places are limited. For further information please contact Gianna Natarelli on 9279 2599

When: Monday 27 October or Tuesday 28 October
Where: Richards Restaurant – Broadmeadows campus
Time: 12.00pm – 2.00pm
Cost: $16.50 excluding drinks. Drinks at Bar Prices
First Year Event Management Students Event

The First Year Event Management students put on a campus activity on behalf of KITSA - Your Student Association. After a year of learning this day is when our First Year Event Management students showcase their skills by putting on a themed event for the Broadmeadows student population to enjoy

When: Thursday 30 October
Where: Courtyard Area – Broadmeadows campus
Time: 12.00pm – 1.30pm
Cost: Free

November

Surf Camp

Learn how to catch a wave and a ride tube at this fun surfing weekend. Two surfing lessons, accommodation, transport and guaranteed fun is all part of the package. For further information, contact a KITSA office at your respective campus or phone 9279 2599.

When: Saturday 15 – Sunday 16 November
Where: Phillip Island
Cost: $90.00

December

End of the Year Student Social

KITSA -Your Student Association in conjunction with Centre for Youth will be holding an End of the Year Social for VCAL/VCE students. After a year of hard work its time to celebrate your achievements with your friends

When: Friday 28 November or Friday 5 December
Where: Moonee Valley Racecourse
Time: 7.00pm
Cost: TBA