Melbourne Konkan Community
Mangalorean community Melbourne
White Night Dinner Dance 2026
Saturday 23 May 2026
Get ready to dance the night away with the electrifying Live Band – Trios and DJ Clinton, spinning the hottest Bollywood and Hip Hop and RNB tracks to keep the dance floor on fire! Indulge in a mouth-watering Mangalorean buffet, packed with rich and authentic flavours.
Buffet dinner included
BYO drinks
Sacred Heart School hall
Membership for 2026-2027
Wednesday 1 July 2026
Your new membership is valid from today and will end on 30 Jun 2027
Membership runs between 1 Jul 2026 - 30 June 2027
Join us and be part of this growing and vibrant Mangalorean Catholic community in Melbourne.
Membership Eligibility
"Any person who supports the purposes of the Association, over eighteen (18) years of age and who satisfies the committee that he or she is of Mangalorean origin Catholic or that he or she is married to a person of Mangalorean origin Catholic is eligible to become a member. "
By purchasing a membership ticket you agree that you understand and meet the criteria. If you are unsure please email us at mkonkanc@gmail.com
Mangalorean Catholic International Students Lunch 2026
Sunday 19 April 2026
🎉 MANGALOREAN CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LUNCH 🍛✨
📢 Calling all Mangalorean Catholic International Students!
📅 Sunday, 19 April 2026
📍 St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Hall, Northcote 140 Westbourne Gv Northcote VIC 3070
⏰ 11:30am –3pm Please arrive on time
Craving the taste of home? 😋 Join us for a special afternoon filled with delicious, home‑cooked, authentic Mangalorean food that will remind you of mom’s kitchen! 🍛🥘
Come connect, share stories, and enjoy great food in the company of friends. FREE tickets for students!
🔗 Not a member yet? Sign up at www.mkc.net.au to receive your invite.
See you there soon!
#MKCCommunity #StudentsLunch #TasteOfHome #MangaloreanFood
St Joseph's Church Hall, Northcote
Khursachi Vatt - Way of the Cross on the Hill 2026
Sunday 22 March 2026
✝️ Join Us for the Way of the Cross & Holy Mass ✝️
Let us come together in prayer and reflection on Sunday, March, 2026, at 1 PM as we walk the Way of the Cross in both English and Konkani, followed by the Holy Mass in English.
📍 Location: Our Lady Ta’ Pinu Shrine, 15 Flanagans Dr, Merrimu VIC 3340
⏰ Please arrive by 12:45 PM to begin on time
🥖 Light refreshments will be served after the Mass
Let’s take this spiritual journey together in faith and devotion. All are welcome! 🙏❤️
📌 Bookings are essential! Secure your spot here: https://www.mkc.net.au/events-tickets
Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine
Jingle & Mingle 2025
Sunday 7 December 2025
Let's Celebrate together the Christmas spirit.
There will be Carol singing, games for kids and lots of food.
It has become a tradition to bring a plate of Kuswar to share on the day.
Bringing a plate full of different types of home made Kuswar
Come dressed in Christmas colours.
This event is Free for members.
Non Members $10 pp.
Free for Senior (60yrs+)
Djerring Flemington Hub
Mens & Seniors Day
Sunday 30 November 2025
👨🦳 Men & Seniors Day ! we’re bringing the community together for a day full of fun, friendship, and good vibes!
Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch, some friendly bowls, and a few health & wellness tips to keep you feeling your best. 🍔🎳💬
🎟️ Ticket includes lunch and bowls.
Moonee Valley Bowls Club
MKC AGM 2025- Members only
Sunday 19 October 2025
Please join us for our AGM where we will be electing new Committee members for 2025-2026
Only registered members that attend the meeting are eligible to Vote in elections and Apply for positions.
Look out for our email for details of the AGM along with By-laws and roles and responsibilities
ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC CHURCH - Hall (Tennis court)
MKC CONNECT-Wills & Estate Planning Webinar (Free to attend)
Thursday 16 October 2025
Planning for the future is one of the most important steps we can take for ourselves and our families. In this session, James Penman from Vitalegal will guide us through the essentials of Wills and Estate Planning – from protecting your assets and ensuring proper control, to child custody and securing your family’s future, followed by a Q&A sesssion
Google meet link will be sent out closer to the event day
MKC Youth Day Out: Gumbaya World
Sunday 21 September 2025
Calling all youth aged 14-21! Join us for an exciting day full of fun, food, and activities at Gumbuya World
📅 When: Sunday, September 21st, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM
📍 Where: Gumbuya World, 2705 Princess Hwy, Tynong North, VIC
👥 Ages: 14 – 21
💲 Cost: $10 per person
💲 Adult attending $35
👉 You can meet us at the venue OR take advantage of pick-up and drop-off from select locations in Western & Eastern suburbs. (Details will be confirmed closer to the date.)
This is a great opportunity to connect with friends, make new memories, and enjoy a fun-filled day together! 🌳🎢✨
Gumbaya World
Monthi Fest 2025
Sunday 7 September 2025
Come join us to celebrate the Nativity feast of the birth of our Mother Mary
We will start with Veneration to Mother Mary followed by Konkani Mass then lunch and Cultural program
Tickets are essential
Williamstown Town hall
MKC CONNECT - Visa & Migration Webinar (Free to attend)
Thursday 14 August 2025
Join us for this Free information session hosted by MKC in collaboration with Nikee Migration Services. Get the latest updates on visa pathways, understand your options, and have your questions answered by experts. A must-attend for current students & those planning their future in Australia.
Children's Day 2025
Sunday 20 July 2025
Whether your child loves to play, explore, create, or just have fun with friends — this is a day they won’t want to miss!
✅ Open to all kids aged 5–14
✅ Parents welcome to join in the fun or relax nearby
Bring your friends, your energy, and your biggest smiles — MKC Children’s Day is all about fun, connection, and unforgettable memories!
Bounce INC Essendon
Womens Wellbeing Day 2025
Sunday 22 June 2025
A day dedicated to wellness, sisterhood, and self-care. Enjoy inspiring talks, delicious bites, and fun games—all while connecting with amazing women of MKC. It’s the perfect chance to recharge, celebrate each other, and embrace our true selves.
Don’t miss out—let’s make this day unforgettable! 💖
Sassella Park Hall
Backyard Farmers Meetup 2025
Sunday 27 April 2025
🌱 Backyard Farmers Meetup 2025 🌱
Calling all organic farming enthusiasts! 🍃🌿
📅 Sunday, 27 April 2025
📍 Edinburgh Gardens Community Room, Brunswick St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068
⏰ 12:30 PM
Whether you're a seasoned grower or just starting out, this is your chance to:
🌾 Gain insights from experts in organic farming
🌱 Share and exchange knowledge with fellow backyard farmers
🥕 Discover new techniques to grow fresh, sustainable produce
Come, connect, and cultivate a greener future together! 🌍✨
Bring a Plate of food to share
#BackyardFarmers #OrganicFarming #GrowYourOwn #SustainableLiving
Edinburgh Gardens Community Room
Mangalorean Catholic International Students Lunch 2025
Sunday 27 April 2025
🎉 MANGALOREAN CATHOLIC INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS LUNCH 🍛✨
📢 Calling all Mangalorean Catholic International Students!
📅 Sunday, 27 April 2025
📍 Edinburgh Gardens Community Room, Brunswick St, Fitzroy North VIC 3068
⏰ 12:30 PM - Please arrive on time
Craving the taste of home? 😋 Join us for a heartwarming afternoon filled with delicious, home-cooked, authentic Mangalorean food—just like mom’s kitchen! 🍛🥘
Come connect, share stories, and enjoy great food in the company of friends. FREE tickets for students!
🔗 Not a member yet? Sign up at www.mkc.net.au to receive your invite.
See you there soon !
#MKCCommunity #StudentsLunch #TasteOfHome #MangaloreanFood
Edinburgh Gardens Community Room
Khursachi Vatt - Way of the Cross on the Hill 2025
Sunday 6 April 2025
✝️ Join Us for the Way of the Cross & Holy Mass ✝️
Let us come together in prayer and reflection on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 1 PM as we walk the Way of the Cross in both English and Konkani, followed by the Holy Mass in English.
📍 Location: Our Lady Ta’ Pinu Shrine, 15 Flanagans Dr, Merrimu VIC 3340
⏰ Please arrive by 12:45 PM to begin on time
🥖 Light refreshments will be served after the Mass
Let’s take this spiritual journey together in faith and devotion. All are welcome! 🙏❤️
📌 Bookings are essential! Secure your spot here: https://www.mkc.net.au/events-tickets
Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine
Family BBQ & Games
Sunday 16 February 2025
Join us for a day of fun in the sun. There will be games for Adults & kids of all ages, BBQ food and lots of fun. Come and meet other members of the community and have a good time.
Free for members
Non members $10 Kids $5
ST. Andrews Primary School
Jingle & Mingle
Sunday 8 December 2024
Let's Celebrate together the Christmas spirit.
There will be Carol singing, games for kids and lots of food.
It has become a tradition to bring a plate of Kuswar to share on the day.
We are also giving prizes to the one who brings "A plate full of different types of home made Kuswar"
Come dressed in Christmas colours.
This event is Free for members.
Non Members $10 pp.
Djerring Flemington Hub
Mens Wellbeing Day
Sunday 24 November 2024
We invite all men from the community to join us. It's a day of fun and to meet other members of the community. BBQ lunch will be provided along with some Health awareness talks
Ticket price includes Lunch and Bowls
Moonee Valley Bowls Club
MKC AGM 2024- Members only
Sunday 13 October 2024
Please join us for our AGM where we will be electing new Committee members for 2024-2025
Only registered members that attend the meeting are eligible to Vote in elections and Apply for positions.
Look out for our email for details of the AGM along with By-laws and roles and responsibilities
ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC CHURCH - Hall (Tennis court)
Shuttle Smash -Badminton Tournament 2024 (Members only)
Saturday 3 August 2024
Mark your calendars and get ready for the most thrilling badminton tournament of the year! 📅🏆 The MKC Shuttle Smash Badminton Tournament is happening again, and we can't wait to witness your incredible skills on the court! 💥
📌 SAT August 3 2024
📍 Location: ALTONA Badminton centre
MKC REGISTERED MEMBERS ONLY EVENT
Light Lunch will be provided
Whether you're a seasoned pro or a passionate amateur, this tournament is for everyone🌟 So, start practicing, fine-tune your shots, and bring your A-game to the court! 🎯
For rules follow https://badmintonvic.com.au/about-badminton/
Altona Badminton Centre - Paisley Park
Womens Wellbeing Day
Saturday 15 June 2024
A day dedicated to embracing wellness, fostering sisterhood, and nurturing the mind, body, and soul. Indulge in rejuvenating talks, scrumptious bites, and playful games! It's the perfect chance to recharge and connect with your fellow fabulous females!
So lets celebrate the like minded, eccentric strong women of MKC in a fun filled 'Wellbeing day'.
Saltwater community centre
Khursachi Vatt - Way of the Cross on the Hill
Sunday 24 March 2024
We will be conducting the Way of the cross on Sunday March 24, 2024 at 1pm followed by Holy Mass celebrated by Fr. Jacob Alvares
Please join us in Bacchus Marsh - Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine 15 Flanagans Dr, Merrimu VIC 3340
Light refereshments to follow
Please arrive early and ready by 12.45 pm
Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine
BBQ in the Park
Sunday 4 February 2024
Join us for a day of fun in the sun. There will be games for Adults & kids of all ages, BBQ food and lots of fun. Come and meet other members of the community and have a good time.
Free for members
Non member $10 pp
Grange Reserve
Christmas Party 2023
Saturday 9 December 2023
Let's Celebrate together the Christmas spirit.
There will be Carol singing, Gifts for kids and lots of food.
It has become a tradition to bring a plate of Kuswar to share on the day.
Come dressed in Christmas colours.
This event is Free for members.
Non Members $10 pp.
Galada Community Centre - Epping
Seniors Lawn Bowls Day 2023
Sunday 12 November 2023
We invite all parents & grandparents of members, that are age 60 and over to join us for a Seniors lawn bowling day. No prior experience required to play this game. It's a day of fun and to meet other members of the community. BBQ lunch will be provided along with tea & coffee. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased directly at the club.
Moonee Ponds Bowling club
Osmitay Movie -Sir John Cinema Monash Uni
Sunday 5 November 2023
Welcome to a special screening of Osmitay- A much appreciated movie globally
Sir John Cinema Monash Uni Clayton
Monash University
MKC AGM 2023
Sunday 15 October 2023
Please join us for our AGM where we will be electing new Committee members for 2023-2024
Only registered members that attend the meeting are eligible to Vote in elections and Apply for positions.
Look out for our email for details of the AGM along with By-laws and roles and responsibilities
ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC CHURCH - Hall (Tennis court)
Monthi Fest 2023
Saturday 9 September 2023
Come join us to celebrate the Nativity feast of the birth of our Mother Mary
Konkani Mass will be celebrated by Fr Prakash Menezes
St Louis de Montfort's School Hall
Membership for 2022-2023
Friday 30 June 2023
Join us and be part of this growing and vibrant Mangalorean Catholic community in Melbourne.
MAY BALL 2023
Saturday 13 May 2023
Join us for night of fusion, glamour and romance at our Parisian-inspired dinner dance, with enchanting music, and an atmosphere straight out of the City of Love. We can't wait to dance the night away with you!
Buffet dinner included
BYO drinks
COLLINGWOOD TOWN HALL
Khursachi Vatt - Way of the Cross on the Hill
Sunday 2 April 2023
We will be conducting the Way of the cross on Sunday April 2nd, 2023 at 1pm followed by Holy Mass celebrated by Fr. Gilbert Carlo.
Please join us in Bacchus Marsh - Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine 15 Flanagans Dr, Merrimu VIC 3340
Light refereshments to follow
Please arrive early and ready by 12.45 pm
Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine
MKC BBQ & GAMES DAY
Sunday 19 February 2023
Join us for a day of fun in the sun. There will be games for Adults & kids of all ages, BBQ food and lots of fun. Come and meet other members of the community and have a good time.
Free for members
Non member $10 pp
Baden Powell Reserve
Womens Wellbeing Day
Saturday 4 February 2023
A strong woman knows she has strength enough for the journey
but a woman of strength knows it is in the
journey where she will become strong.
So lets celebrate the like minded, eccentric
strong women of MKC in a fun filled 'Welll being day'.
Jamieson way Community Centre
Melbourne Konkan Community Christmas Party
Saturday 3 December 2022
Let's Celebrate together the Christmas spirit.
There will be Carol singing, Gifts for kids and lots of food.
It has become a tradition to bring a plate of Kuswar to share on the day.
Come dressed in Christmas colours.
This event is Free for members.
Non Members $10 pp.
Epping Memorial Hall
Seniors Lawn Bowls Day
Sunday 20 November 2022
We invite all members, their parents & grandparents that are age 60 and over to join us for a Seniors lawn bowling day. No prior experience required to play this game. It's a day of fun and to meet other members of the community. BBQ lunch will be provided along with tea & coffee. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased directly at the club.
Moonee Ponds Bowling club
MKC AGM 2022
Saturday 15 October 2022
Please join us for our AGM where we will be electing new Committee members for 2022-2023.
Only members that attend the meeting are eligible to Vote in elections and Apply for positions.
Look out for our email for details of the AGM along with By-laws and roles and responsibilities
ST JOSEPHS CATHOLIC CHURCH
MKC Dinner Dance 2022
Saturday 9 July 2022
Get your tickets here for our most awaited Dinner Dance
Live music, Buffet Dinner and Lots of dancing
If you would like to pay by Direct debit
Please use promo code "Deposit" for payment and book tickets
Account Name - Melbourne Konkan Community
Bank - NAB
BSB - 083202 AC No -138529804
Reference - (Your Full Name)
St Louis de Montfort's School
MKC Youth meet 2022
Sunday 26 June 2022
Date : 26th June 2022
Time : Sunday afternoon 1.45 pm to 4.15 pm
Age group: 12 to 25 years
RSVP by 15th June 2022
Venue : Zone Bowling Clayton
1866 Princes Hwy Service Rd,
Clayton VIC 3168
Centre contact : 0390211417
Arrival n registration : 1.45 pm
Games : 2.00 to 3.00pm
Bowling 1game for about 1 hour
3.00 to 3.15 - Snack time
3.15 to 4.15 : Talk n Q n A for 45 min and winding up.
Zone Bowling Clayton
Khursachi Vatt
Saturday 9 April 2022
We will be conducting the Way of the cross on April 9th, 2022 at 2pm followed by Holy Mass in English, celebrated by Fr. Gilbert Carlo.
Please join us in Bacchus Marsh - Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine 15 Flanagans Dr, Merrimu VIC 3340
Light refereshments to follow
Our Lady Ta' Pinu Shrine
MKC Family Picnic and BBQ
Sunday 13 February 2022
Join us for a day of fun and games with some BBQ . Meet new people and get to know fellow members of the community.
This event is free for members. Non Members will need pay $10 per person
Please follow all COVID safety protocols
Pipe makers park
Melbourne Konkan Community Christmas Party
Saturday 18 December 2021
Welcome to our Christmas Party
We will need details of all Adults and Kids attending the event
Fully Vaccinated if you are over 12 years of age
Please have your vaccination certificate available either on phone or a print out
Epping Community Activity Centre - City of Whittlesea