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Continuing to create, build, strengthen and connect our community.
We offer a range of services for our local community including a food pantry, community library, recycling, printing and photocopying.
We have a selection of rooms and equipment available to hire. Whether it's a social gathering, lunch, workshop or meeting, we can accommodate you!
What's On
This term we are offering a wide range of exciting courses, and workshops.
There is something for everyone. If you’re new to Woodend, come and say hello at the House, we’d love to welcome you in person!
Neighbourhood House WeekMon, 11 May
Download our latest courses & activities brochure
Get Involved
Volunteer, register your interest or become a member. Support Woodend Neighbourhood House to support the community.
Every year, as National Volunteer Week comes around, we reflect on the vital role volunteers play at the Woodend Neighbourhood House.
We want to say thank you - not as words we say out of habit, but with real appreciation for the countless ways our volunteers contribute.
We want to thank our volunteers for the many hours spent on reception and in our Foodbank, and for the kindness and care shown to participants across the many events and activities we run. From the Repair Cafe and Bike Shed, to our social connection groups like the Community Lunch and Chatty Cafe, volunteers are at the heart of what we do.
We thank our gardeners, cooks, tea makers, group coordinators and donation seekers. And we thank our Committee of Governance, who provide strategic oversight as we serve our community.
With so many roles, it’s no surprise that we have more than 70 volunteers at the Woodend Neighbourhood House. And we absolutely couldn’t do it without them.
Volunteering gives back in ways that are hard to explain until you experience it yourself - the friendships, the sense of purpose, and the pride that comes from being part of something making a real difference.
So this week, we thank not only our own volunteers, but the many volunteers across our community who give their time. From parents coaching junior sport, to organisations like the CFA, SES, Rotary, Lions Club and many others - all of which are powered by volunteers.
We live in a community that is made better because of volunteers - and for this, we say thank you.
We want to say thank you - not as words we say out of habit, but with real appreciation for the countless ways our volunteers contribute.
We want to thank our volunteers for the many hours spent on reception and in our Foodbank, and for the kindness and care shown to participants across the many events and activities we run. From the Repair Cafe and Bike Shed, to our social connection groups like the Community Lunch and Chatty Cafe, volunteers are at the heart of what we do.
We thank our gardeners, cooks, tea makers, group coordinators and donation seekers. And we thank our Committee of Governance, who provide strategic oversight as we serve our community.
With so many roles, it’s no surprise that we have more than 70 volunteers at the Woodend Neighbourhood House. And we absolutely couldn’t do it without them.
Volunteering gives back in ways that are hard to explain until you experience it yourself - the friendships, the sense of purpose, and the pride that comes from being part of something making a real difference.
So this week, we thank not only our own volunteers, but the many volunteers across our community who give their time. From parents coaching junior sport, to organisations like the CFA, SES, Rotary, Lions Club and many others - all of which are powered by volunteers.
We live in a community that is made better because of volunteers - and for this, we say thank you.
As winter starts to set in more and more families are relying on food relief and we are running low on a number of staple items. To keep our shelves stocked for our community, we require the following donations this week.
Drop off points:
🛒 Coles or IGA Woodend donation bins for non-perishable items
🏠 Woodend Neighbourhood House for perishable and non-perishable items (Monday-Friday 9am-3pm).
Thank you for your continued support to make a difference in our community. 🥰
Drop off points:
🛒 Coles or IGA Woodend donation bins for non-perishable items
🏠 Woodend Neighbourhood House for perishable and non-perishable items (Monday-Friday 9am-3pm).
Thank you for your continued support to make a difference in our community. 🥰
🙏🙏🙏Thank you to @joshsrainboweggs for the EGGcellent, continued, rEGGular support of the Woodend Neighbourhood House community Food Bank.
Josh's Rainbow Eggs have been donating eggs to our Food Bank since we opened in 2023 .... and here's one of our volunteers, Marchie getting the eggs ready to support local families in need.
Without regular donations from local businesses, community groups and the wider community, we would not be able to provide this essential service.
Our current high demand items are:
- Spreads - Vegemite, peanut butter, jam, honey
- Coffee
- Stock, salt, pepper
- Tomato/BBQ Sauce
- Rice
- Dishwashing/laundry liquid
- Margarine
Have other food items to donate?
🛒 Non perishable food items - drop in the donation bins at Coles or IGA in Woodend.
🏠 Perishable and non-perishable food items - drop into the Woodend Neighbourhood House: Monday - Friday (9am - 3pm)
Josh's Rainbow Eggs have been donating eggs to our Food Bank since we opened in 2023 .... and here's one of our volunteers, Marchie getting the eggs ready to support local families in need.
Without regular donations from local businesses, community groups and the wider community, we would not be able to provide this essential service.
Our current high demand items are:
- Spreads - Vegemite, peanut butter, jam, honey
- Coffee
- Stock, salt, pepper
- Tomato/BBQ Sauce
- Rice
- Dishwashing/laundry liquid
- Margarine
Have other food items to donate?
🛒 Non perishable food items - drop in the donation bins at Coles or IGA in Woodend.
🏠 Perishable and non-perishable food items - drop into the Woodend Neighbourhood House: Monday - Friday (9am - 3pm)
We’re getting ready for NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE WEEK at the Woodend Neighbourhood House! 🎉
Join us for a range of FREE activities next week and, while you’re here, share how you like to connect with your community. This year’s theme is Your Place to Connect.
FREE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
🍲 Woodend Community Lunch (all welcome)
Tuesday 12 May • 12noon-1.30pm • Woodend RSL
🧠 Moving Freely & Brain Health Workshop (adults)
Tuesday 12 May • 10.30am-11.30am
🧘 Creative Yoga for Kids (Prep - Grade 6)
Wednesday 13 May • 4pm-5pm
🥁 West African Drumming (Ages 10 to Adult)
Thursday 14 May • 3.30pm-4.30pm
🎨 Art Club for Kids (Prep - Grade 6)
Friday 15 May • 4pm-5pm
Bookings are essential for all activities:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/152
We can't wait to see you at the House!
Join us for a range of FREE activities next week and, while you’re here, share how you like to connect with your community. This year’s theme is Your Place to Connect.
FREE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
🍲 Woodend Community Lunch (all welcome)
Tuesday 12 May • 12noon-1.30pm • Woodend RSL
🧠 Moving Freely & Brain Health Workshop (adults)
Tuesday 12 May • 10.30am-11.30am
🧘 Creative Yoga for Kids (Prep - Grade 6)
Wednesday 13 May • 4pm-5pm
🥁 West African Drumming (Ages 10 to Adult)
Thursday 14 May • 3.30pm-4.30pm
🎨 Art Club for Kids (Prep - Grade 6)
Friday 15 May • 4pm-5pm
Bookings are essential for all activities:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/152
We can't wait to see you at the House!
🎉 Neighbourhood House Week | 11–17 May 🎉
Join us at the Woodend Neighbourhood House as we celebrate Neighbourhood House Week with a fantastic line-up of FREE activities for all ages. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, try something new, and enjoy the spirit of community.
Here’s what’s on offer:
🥗 Woodend Community Lunch
💃 Moving Freely & Brain Health Workshop
🧘 Creative Yoga for Kids
🥁 West African Drum Group
🎨 Art Club for Kids
Whether you’re looking to get creative, move your body, share a meal, or learn something new, there’s something for everyone - and everyone is welcome.
Bookings are essential for all activities via our website.
Join us at the Woodend Neighbourhood House as we celebrate Neighbourhood House Week with a fantastic line-up of FREE activities for all ages. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect, try something new, and enjoy the spirit of community.
Here’s what’s on offer:
🥗 Woodend Community Lunch
💃 Moving Freely & Brain Health Workshop
🧘 Creative Yoga for Kids
🥁 West African Drum Group
🎨 Art Club for Kids
Whether you’re looking to get creative, move your body, share a meal, or learn something new, there’s something for everyone - and everyone is welcome.
Bookings are essential for all activities via our website.
Woodend Food bank is looking for the following donations:
- BBQ/Tomato Sauce
- Coffee
- Sugar
- Spreads (honey, jam, peanut butter etc.)
- Dishwashing/laundry liquid
- Cheese/margarine/fresh produce
Thank you for your continued support 🥰
- BBQ/Tomato Sauce
- Coffee
- Sugar
- Spreads (honey, jam, peanut butter etc.)
- Dishwashing/laundry liquid
- Cheese/margarine/fresh produce
Thank you for your continued support 🥰
🃏 New Canasta Social Group!
Join our brand new monthly Canasta group – beginners and experienced players welcome. Easy to learn, fun to play, and a great way to stay socially connected.
📅 Second Friday of the month
⏰ 10.00am - 12.30pm
📍 The Woodend Neighbourhood House
A gold coin donation is appreciated to support the ongoing work of the Woodend Neighbourhood House.
👉 Expressions of interest are now open (minimum numbers required to get started). Visit our website to add your name to the list.
Join our brand new monthly Canasta group – beginners and experienced players welcome. Easy to learn, fun to play, and a great way to stay socially connected.
📅 Second Friday of the month
⏰ 10.00am - 12.30pm
📍 The Woodend Neighbourhood House
A gold coin donation is appreciated to support the ongoing work of the Woodend Neighbourhood House.
👉 Expressions of interest are now open (minimum numbers required to get started). Visit our website to add your name to the list.
Support the young people in your world with confidence 💛
We’re offering Youth Mental Health First Aid training at the Woodend Neighbourhood House - a practical, accredited course designed to help you recognise and respond to common mental health challenges in young people.
You’ll learn how to offer initial support, respond in a crisis, and connect young people to appropriate help.
📅 Saturday 23 May & Saturday 30 May
🕘 9am - 4pm
📍 at the Woodend Neighbourhood House
Ideal for parents, carers, teachers, volunteers and anyone supporting young people.
🎟️ Places are limited - book via our website to secure your spot
We’re offering Youth Mental Health First Aid training at the Woodend Neighbourhood House - a practical, accredited course designed to help you recognise and respond to common mental health challenges in young people.
You’ll learn how to offer initial support, respond in a crisis, and connect young people to appropriate help.
📅 Saturday 23 May & Saturday 30 May
🕘 9am - 4pm
📍 at the Woodend Neighbourhood House
Ideal for parents, carers, teachers, volunteers and anyone supporting young people.
🎟️ Places are limited - book via our website to secure your spot
Ready to get hands-on and try something new this May? ✨
We’ve got three creative workshops coming up at the Woodend Neighbourhood House - perfect for beginners and makers alike:
🧵 Explore Sashiko
Stitch a vibrant miniature pincushion using traditional Hitomezashi techniques
📅 Monday 4 May | 12noon - 3pm
💲 $60
🧰 Leather Brush Roll Workshop
Design and create a custom roll for tools, brushes, make-up or pencils
📅 Sunday 17 May | 10am - 4pm
💲 $169
🔥 Intro to Blacksmithing - Forge a Snake
Learn the basics of forging and create your own ornamental snake
📅 Sunday 31 May | 1pm - 4pm
💲 $160
All workshops are beginner-friendly and a great way to explore new skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.
📍 Book via our website to secure your spot!
We’ve got three creative workshops coming up at the Woodend Neighbourhood House - perfect for beginners and makers alike:
🧵 Explore Sashiko
Stitch a vibrant miniature pincushion using traditional Hitomezashi techniques
📅 Monday 4 May | 12noon - 3pm
💲 $60
🧰 Leather Brush Roll Workshop
Design and create a custom roll for tools, brushes, make-up or pencils
📅 Sunday 17 May | 10am - 4pm
💲 $169
🔥 Intro to Blacksmithing - Forge a Snake
Learn the basics of forging and create your own ornamental snake
📅 Sunday 31 May | 1pm - 4pm
💲 $160
All workshops are beginner-friendly and a great way to explore new skills in a relaxed, supportive environment.
📍 Book via our website to secure your spot!
Today is Earth Day 🌏 One of our fabulous volunteers has created this handy poster highlighting local recycling points right here in Woodend - making it easier to reduce waste and care for our environment.
Want to do more? Visit the official Earth Day website to learn about the world’s largest environmental movement and discover simple ways to make every day Earth Day.
Want to do more? Visit the official Earth Day website to learn about the world’s largest environmental movement and discover simple ways to make every day Earth Day.
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