The YMCA Cannon Hill Community Centre is giving locals the chance to bring their sewing projects to life, without spending a cent. A new sewing space at the Lang Street facility is now available to the public, offering free access to six sewing machines and two overlockers for anyone looking to stitch, hem or create.
A Place For Creativity And Connection
The Centre’s Sewing Space runs on Mondays and Thursdays, with two sessions each day: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Sewing machines and overlockers are ready for mending, gifting or creating, just bring your fabric.
Other weekly highlights include Heart Fit on Monday and Thursday mornings, Seniors Yoga on Wednesdays (school terms only), a Craft Group on Tuesdays, Bingo Buddies on the last Thursday of each month, and Line Dancing every Monday morning for all skill levels.
More Than Sewing: A Community Hub
On Wednesdays, the Centre hosts Wellbeing Wednesday, offering food parcels, clothing, toiletries, lunch, and access to Orange Sky’s mobile laundry and shower van. Services are available from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm during school terms, giving practical help to those doing it tough.
Cuppa & Chat runs on the last Friday of each month, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm, a relaxed way to connect over a warm drink.
Local residents can also access free mental health counselling on Fridays through a partnership with Change Futures. Sessions are available from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, and must be booked ahead of time. The Justice of the Peace service is available on Mondays from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, excluding public holidays.
Family and Youth Activities Throughout the Week
Families can get involved with Mint Kids Hip Hop on Wednesday afternoons and Matt Fiddes Martial Arts every Tuesday at 4:00 pm. River City Gymnastics and Dance Academy runs classes on Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings, suiting both early risers and after-school schedules.
The Grandfriends Program, held Fridays from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, brings together older and younger locals for shared activities and connection.
The Centre also hosts hobby groups like the Model Train Club on Saturdays and the Brisbane Canary Association on the first Sunday of each month.
Accessible Spaces And A Focus On Sustainability
Outside of scheduled programs, locals can hire spaces like the large hall or Garden Gazebo for events, classes or group activities. Bookings are essential and can be made by calling 07 3517 2424 or emailing cannonhillcc@ymcaqueensland.org.au.
A solar system installed in 2022 helps cut power costs, with savings reinvested into services like the sewing space and emergency support.
For updates on events, programs and services, locals can also check out the centre’s official Facebook page.
Published 28-April-2025