Neighbourhood house week was underway across Sunbury and Macedon Ranges last week, from May 8 to 14, with the theme of ‘locals connecting locals’.
Lancefield Neighbourhood House and Romsey Neighbourhood House both celebrated the week with a range of activities, including a coffee and chat group and a new cafe.
Lancefield Neighbourhood House coordinator Vivien Philpotts said the house is a place for community members to drop in and learn what’s going on in the neighbourhood.
“Our mission is to contribute to a happy, healthy and inclusive community,” Ms Philpotts said.
“We have our town house, [which is] a place for people to drop in and know what’s going on in the community.
“We also have a community garden, recycle centre, photocopying and internet access and food share, [and we] just launched a cafe.”
Ms Philpotts said the house has a lot of volunteer opportunities and is a great place to meet people.
“We have something for everybody, it’s a great way to meet people, develop skills and contribute to the community…and to your own health, volunteering is good for your health,” she said.
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Zoe Moffatt
