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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!
Get Involved
Volunteer, register your interest or become a member. Support Woodend Neighbourhood House to support the community.



🚗🛍️ WOODEND WHOLE TOWN GARAGE SALE is back! 🛍️🚗
Clear out your unwanted items and turn them into cash! Register your address now for the Woodend Whole Town Garage Sale happening on Saturday 1st March.
📍 Sellers: Sign up online by Wednesday 26th February (Midnight) and secure your spot on the town-wide map for just $10.
📍 Treasure Hunters: Pick up a $5 map from Woodend Neighbourhood House starting at 8 AM on Saturday 1st March, and discover all the bargains around town.
Don't miss out on this much-loved annual event—because as the saying goes, one person's trash is another's treasure!
🔗 Register your sale today:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=29489
Clear out your unwanted items and turn them into cash! Register your address now for the Woodend Whole Town Garage Sale happening on Saturday 1st March.
📍 Sellers: Sign up online by Wednesday 26th February (Midnight) and secure your spot on the town-wide map for just $10.
📍 Treasure Hunters: Pick up a $5 map from Woodend Neighbourhood House starting at 8 AM on Saturday 1st March, and discover all the bargains around town.
Don't miss out on this much-loved annual event—because as the saying goes, one person's trash is another's treasure!
🔗 Register your sale today:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=29489


THE OUR VILLAGE VAN IS ON ITS WAY - next Thursday 13th February!
Drop off your items to the Woodend Neighbourhood House on Wednesday 12th February (9am - 3.30pm) or first thing Thursday morning. We'll make sure your donations are in the van and on their way to a family in need.
But who are Our Village? It's the new name of St Kilda Mums, Geelong Mums and Eureka Mums. Together, as Our Village, they will increase their impact for vulnerable babies, children and the environment.
To find if your items can be donated to Our Village, visit their website:
https://www.ourvillage.org.au/donate-goods/
Drop off your items to the Woodend Neighbourhood House on Wednesday 12th February (9am - 3.30pm) or first thing Thursday morning. We'll make sure your donations are in the van and on their way to a family in need.
But who are Our Village? It's the new name of St Kilda Mums, Geelong Mums and Eureka Mums. Together, as Our Village, they will increase their impact for vulnerable babies, children and the environment.
To find if your items can be donated to Our Village, visit their website:
https://www.ourvillage.org.au/donate-goods/


Join us for a 6-week Mindfulness and Meditation short course starting next Wednesday 12th February at the Woodend Neighbourhood House! 🌿
Each session will focus on developing:
• Meditation Skills - including breathing for relaxation, mindful eating, turning down the inner critic, managing emotions, exploring mantras/affirmations
• Meditation Practice - deep relaxation and meditation using guided visualisation
🗓️ When: Wednesdays 12.30pm - 1.45pm
💵 Cost: $150 for the six week course
Don’t miss this opportunity to cultivate peace and presence in your life! Reserve your spot today! 🙏💚
For more details and to register, visit our website:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30240
Each session will focus on developing:
• Meditation Skills - including breathing for relaxation, mindful eating, turning down the inner critic, managing emotions, exploring mantras/affirmations
• Meditation Practice - deep relaxation and meditation using guided visualisation
🗓️ When: Wednesdays 12.30pm - 1.45pm
💵 Cost: $150 for the six week course
Don’t miss this opportunity to cultivate peace and presence in your life! Reserve your spot today! 🙏💚
For more details and to register, visit our website:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30240


Mental Health First Aid – Free Accredited Training! 💚
Did you know that 43% of Australians have experienced a mental illness? This valuable training will equip you with the skills to recognise, support, and respond to mental health challenges in those around you.
📅 Course Dates:
✅ Session 1: Sunday 9th February 2025
✅ Session 2: Sunday 16th February 2025
🕤 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (attendance on both days required for accreditation)
👩🏫 Led by: Tamara from PS. My Family Matters —a passionate advocate with lived experience in mental health support.
💰 FREE to attend (thanks to funding from PS My Family Matters & support from the Woodend Neighbourhood House)
📖 Workbook required: $16.50
👥 Ages 18+ | Min. 6 participants needed
📍 Location: Woodend Neighbourhood House
☕ Tea & coffee provided—BYO lunch!
📢 Limited spots available—sign up today!
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=29713
#MentalHealthFirstAid
Did you know that 43% of Australians have experienced a mental illness? This valuable training will equip you with the skills to recognise, support, and respond to mental health challenges in those around you.
📅 Course Dates:
✅ Session 1: Sunday 9th February 2025
✅ Session 2: Sunday 16th February 2025
🕤 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM (attendance on both days required for accreditation)
👩🏫 Led by: Tamara from PS. My Family Matters —a passionate advocate with lived experience in mental health support.
💰 FREE to attend (thanks to funding from PS My Family Matters & support from the Woodend Neighbourhood House)
📖 Workbook required: $16.50
👥 Ages 18+ | Min. 6 participants needed
📍 Location: Woodend Neighbourhood House
☕ Tea & coffee provided—BYO lunch!
📢 Limited spots available—sign up today!
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=29713
#MentalHealthFirstAid


🔎 WOODEND YOUTH SPACE is back! 🎉
Ages 12-17—this FREE drop-in program, run by @macedonrangesyouthservices, is the perfect place to hang out, connect, and have fun!
🕵️♂️ Tomorrow’s session: Unsolved Case File! Can you crack the case? 🔍
📍 Where? The Undercroft at Woodend Neighbourhood House (access via the gates near the skate park off Margery Crescent).
📆 When? Every second Tuesday
No need to register—just show up and join the fun!
Ages 12-17—this FREE drop-in program, run by @macedonrangesyouthservices, is the perfect place to hang out, connect, and have fun!
🕵️♂️ Tomorrow’s session: Unsolved Case File! Can you crack the case? 🔍
📍 Where? The Undercroft at Woodend Neighbourhood House (access via the gates near the skate park off Margery Crescent).
📆 When? Every second Tuesday
No need to register—just show up and join the fun!


🎶 Join the Beat with West African Drumming! 🥁✨
Experience the fun, friendship, and joy of West African drumming in this immersive short course! No experience needed—if you can clap or tap, you can drum! Led by Ness, who has trained with Simone Lang and The Newham Drummers for 8 years, you'll learn traditional rhythms on handcrafted African drums.
🔸 4-week course: Thursdays, Feb 6 – Feb 27 (5:30–6:30 PM)
🎟️ $60 (BYO drum) | $80 (drum provided)
🔸 3-week course: Thursdays, Mar 20 – Apr 3 (5:30–6:30 PM)
🎟️ $45 (BYO drum) | $60 (drum provided)
📍 Location: The Undercroft (access via Margery Crescent, next to the Skate Park)
🎟️ Book now: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/67
Come drum, connect, and be part of a centuries-old tradition!
Experience the fun, friendship, and joy of West African drumming in this immersive short course! No experience needed—if you can clap or tap, you can drum! Led by Ness, who has trained with Simone Lang and The Newham Drummers for 8 years, you'll learn traditional rhythms on handcrafted African drums.
🔸 4-week course: Thursdays, Feb 6 – Feb 27 (5:30–6:30 PM)
🎟️ $60 (BYO drum) | $80 (drum provided)
🔸 3-week course: Thursdays, Mar 20 – Apr 3 (5:30–6:30 PM)
🎟️ $45 (BYO drum) | $60 (drum provided)
📍 Location: The Undercroft (access via Margery Crescent, next to the Skate Park)
🎟️ Book now: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/67
Come drum, connect, and be part of a centuries-old tradition!


BENDY BUDDIES YOGA is coming to Woodend Neighbourhood House in Term 1!
These fun-filled classes are perfect for preschoolers who love to stretch, wiggle, and giggle while exploring playful yoga poses inspired by animals, nature, and their big imaginations.
🎉 Join us for a FREE trial session! 🎉
📅 Tuesday, 11 February
📍 Woodend Neighbourhood House
Spaces are limited, so bookings are essential! Reserve your spot here:
👉 https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/350
Let’s move, play, and breathe together! 💛✨
These fun-filled classes are perfect for preschoolers who love to stretch, wiggle, and giggle while exploring playful yoga poses inspired by animals, nature, and their big imaginations.
🎉 Join us for a FREE trial session! 🎉
📅 Tuesday, 11 February
📍 Woodend Neighbourhood House
Spaces are limited, so bookings are essential! Reserve your spot here:
👉 https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/350
Let’s move, play, and breathe together! 💛✨


🎨 ART CLUB FOR KIDS – Let’s get creative!
Join the talented Penelope for an exciting journey into the world of art! From sketching and weaving to painting and printing, your little ones will unleash their imagination while connecting with like-minded friends.
Classes start Wednesday 5 Feb
🖍 Preschool Art Adventures (2–5 year olds)
🕑 2:00 PM
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31538
🎨 Primary School Art Explorers (Prep to Grade 6)
🕟 3:45 PM
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31494
All classes are held in the Undercroft at the Woodend Neighbourhood House.
Let your child’s creativity shine this term! 🖌️
Join the talented Penelope for an exciting journey into the world of art! From sketching and weaving to painting and printing, your little ones will unleash their imagination while connecting with like-minded friends.
Classes start Wednesday 5 Feb
🖍 Preschool Art Adventures (2–5 year olds)
🕑 2:00 PM
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31538
🎨 Primary School Art Explorers (Prep to Grade 6)
🕟 3:45 PM
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31494
All classes are held in the Undercroft at the Woodend Neighbourhood House.
Let your child’s creativity shine this term! 🖌️


DISCOVER YOUR ZEN THIS TERM WITH MEDITATION CLASSES!
We’ve got something for everyone—whether you’re looking for a quick mindfulness break, a rejuvenating Sunday session with yoga and qi gong, or a deep dive into mindfulness with a structured 6-week course.
Choose your perfect meditation experience:
🌿 Guided Meditation Drop-In Sessions
🗓 Mondays at 1 PM | Thursdays at 7 PM
More Info: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31062
🌟 Mindfulness & Meditation 6-Week Course
🗓 Wednesdays at 12:30 PM
Sign up here: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30240
🧘 Gentle Yoga, Qi Gong & Guided Meditation
🗓 Fourth Sunday of the Month at 1:30 PM
Learn more here: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30240
📍 All sessions held at Woodend Neighbourhood House.
Find your calm, recharge your energy, and embrace mindfulness this term. 🌞
We’ve got something for everyone—whether you’re looking for a quick mindfulness break, a rejuvenating Sunday session with yoga and qi gong, or a deep dive into mindfulness with a structured 6-week course.
Choose your perfect meditation experience:
🌿 Guided Meditation Drop-In Sessions
🗓 Mondays at 1 PM | Thursdays at 7 PM
More Info: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31062
🌟 Mindfulness & Meditation 6-Week Course
🗓 Wednesdays at 12:30 PM
Sign up here: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30240
🧘 Gentle Yoga, Qi Gong & Guided Meditation
🗓 Fourth Sunday of the Month at 1:30 PM
Learn more here: https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30240
📍 All sessions held at Woodend Neighbourhood House.
Find your calm, recharge your energy, and embrace mindfulness this term. 🌞


🧘♀️ YOGA CLASSES ARE BACK IN 2025!
Yoga is making a strong comeback in 2025, with inclusive classes guided by Chitra, Sarah, and Yong— catering to pre-schoolers, seniors, and everyone in between!
Explore our yoga offerings:
🌟 Bendy Buddies Yoga (Preschoolers)
Join Sarah from Shanti Studio for a playful yoga adventure perfect for little ones.
📅 Free trial session: Tuesday, 11 Feb
🕘 9:30 AM (2–3 year olds): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30109
🕙 10:30 AM (4–5 year olds): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30220
🌿 Hatha Yoga (Term 1, 2025)
Build strength, balance, and flexibility in these restorative sessions.
🗓 Monday 10:00 AM (Sarah): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30107
🗓 Wednesday 9:30 AM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=29719
🗓 Wednesday 6:15 PM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30106
🗓 Wednesday 7:45 PM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30020
💻 Wednesday Zoom (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30021
💖 Gentle Hatha Yoga
Perfect for those looking for a relaxed pace.
🗓 Wednesday 2:00 PM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30016
👵 Yoga for Seniors & Those with Chronic Conditions
Gentle and supportive classes to help you feel your best.
🗓 Monday 11:15 AM (Sarah): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30108
🗓 Wednesday 11:15 AM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30006
Find your flow and start your yoga journey with us this year!
Yoga is making a strong comeback in 2025, with inclusive classes guided by Chitra, Sarah, and Yong— catering to pre-schoolers, seniors, and everyone in between!
Explore our yoga offerings:
🌟 Bendy Buddies Yoga (Preschoolers)
Join Sarah from Shanti Studio for a playful yoga adventure perfect for little ones.
📅 Free trial session: Tuesday, 11 Feb
🕘 9:30 AM (2–3 year olds): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30109
🕙 10:30 AM (4–5 year olds): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30220
🌿 Hatha Yoga (Term 1, 2025)
Build strength, balance, and flexibility in these restorative sessions.
🗓 Monday 10:00 AM (Sarah): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30107
🗓 Wednesday 9:30 AM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=29719
🗓 Wednesday 6:15 PM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30106
🗓 Wednesday 7:45 PM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30020
💻 Wednesday Zoom (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30021
💖 Gentle Hatha Yoga
Perfect for those looking for a relaxed pace.
🗓 Wednesday 2:00 PM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30016
👵 Yoga for Seniors & Those with Chronic Conditions
Gentle and supportive classes to help you feel your best.
🗓 Monday 11:15 AM (Sarah): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30108
🗓 Wednesday 11:15 AM (Chitra): https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30006
Find your flow and start your yoga journey with us this year!
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