A hands-on workshop designed for community volunteers and local business owners to build confidence using social media with no prior experience required.
Saturday 18 July 2026
10:00am - 3:00pm
12 Sydney St, Kilmore VIC 3764, Australia
Free
This engaging workshop is perfect for parents who volunteer in community groups or run local businesses and want to harness the power of social media. Whether you're looking to promote your organisation or grow your business, this event will equip you with practical skills and confidence to navigate platforms like Facebook and Instagram effectively.
You'll participate in two interactive sessions packed with live demonstrations and practical activities. The first session focuses on setting up and optimising your social media profiles, choosing the right platforms, creating simple posts, and scheduling tips using free tools like Canva. After a lunch break, the second session dives into content planning, audience growth strategies, understanding analytics, paid promotion basics, and storytelling techniques.
- Date: Saturday 18 July 2026
- Time: 10:00 to 15:00 with a lunch break from 12:00 to 13:00
- Location: Kilmore Customer and Library Service Centre, 12 Sydney St, Kilmore VIC
- Cost: Free
- Suitable for community group volunteers and local business owners
- Requires a Facebook and/or Instagram account to participate fully
The workshop takes place at the Kilmore Customer and Library Service Centre, conveniently located at 12 Sydney Street, Kilmore. The venue is accessible and easy to find, with directions available online. This central location makes it ideal for families living in or near Kilmore, providing a comfortable environment for learning and networking.
Places are limited and bookings are essential to secure your spot. Please register only if you can attend and cancel at least 48 hours in advance if your plans change, allowing others on the waitlist to participate. The workshop covers the full day, but you may attend one or both sessions as your registration covers both.
This is a free event, but due to limited availability, early registration is recommended. You can book your place online through the Mitchell Shire Council website. Remember to cancel promptly if you cannot attend to help others benefit from this valuable workshop.
