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We offer courses, workshops and spaces to hire. We’re big on building activities to connect the Woodend community and support our local volunteer groups to have a go.

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We offer a range of services for our local community including a food pantry, community library, recycling, printing and photocopying.

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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!

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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!

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School Holidays are just around the corner and the Woodend Neighbourhood House has got some exciting workshops to keep the kids occupied.

LEGO + DRAMA + CRAFT + YOGA

Check out all the details here:
https://www.socialplanet.com.au/at/woodend-neighbourhood-house/collection/301

THE OUR VILLAGE VAN IS ON ITS WAY - next Friday 27 June!

Drop off your items to the Woodend Neighbourhood House on Thursday 26 June (9am - 3pm) or first thing Friday 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/

In Memory of Terrie Hollingsworth

The Woodend Neighbourhood House feels a little emptier without the presence of Terrie Hollingsworth, who sadly passed away last week.

Terrie embodied everything we value at the House – community, connection, and contribution. She was an integral part of our Committee of Governance, a key member of the Repair Café, and well known for her incredible skills in the kitchen – our community lunches won’t be the same without her warm presence.

Her loss is deeply felt by everyone at the House, and her many contributions will not be forgotten. We send our deepest sympathies to Terrie’s family, friends, and all in the community who knew her.

🚨 Are You Emergency Ready? 🚒

Join Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s Emergency Management Team and Michael Vermeulen from the CFA for a free Community Matters session focused on emergency preparedness and resilience.

📅 Thursday 12 June
🕑 2pm – 3.30pm
📍 Woodend Neighbourhood House

Learn how to prepare for bushfires, floods, storms, and more—and take home a Ready Get Go Bag with tools to help you plan and stay safe.

💼 RSVP encouraged via our website or by calling 5427 1845.

Let’s work together to protect our homes and community!

@macedonrangessc @woodendcfa

📢 Food Bank Public Holiday Closure

Please note that our Food Bank will be closed on Monday 9 June for the King’s Birthday public holiday.

We’ll be back open on Thursday 12 June, from 12:30pm to 2:30pm.

🎨 Pop-Up Gallery at the Woodend Neighbourhood House!

This long weekend, during the @woodendwinterarts, we're thrilled to host @thegallerymtmacedon and Macedon Ranges Art Group at the House!

Explore a fabulous showcase of art, mixed media, jewellery, cards and more, all created by talented local artists.

📍 47 Forest Street, Woodend
🗓️ Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday
🕙 10am – 4pm daily

Our lovely volunteers will also be selling raffle tickets to help raise funds for Woodend Neighbourhood House and its programs. A huge thank you to the local businesses that have helped support this fundraising effort.

Come by, get inspired, and support your local community!

#WoodendWinterArtsFestival #MacedonRangesArt #WoodendNeighbourhoodHouse #SupportLocalArtists

Looking for something fun to do these July School Holidays? Why not book into one of our workshops at Woodend Neighbourhood House!

🖍 Make Your Own Sausage Dog
Wed 9 July | Prep – Grade 4 | $35
A fun, hands-on art workshop full of colour, creativity and quirky dogs!

🪓 Mining & Crafting Workshop
Thurs 10 July | Prep – Grade 4 | $65
LEGO® building fun

🤖 Junior Robotics Workshop
Thurs 10 July | Grades 3 – 6 | $65
Explore the world of coding and robotics with LEGO®!

🧘 Bendy Buddies
Tues 15 July | Preschoolers | $10
A gentle introduction to yoga through movement and play.

🌈 Creative Yoga for Kids
Tues 15 July | Prep – Grade 6 | $15
Stretch, breathe and play in this fun, imaginative class.

🌟 Warming Yoga for Teens
Tues 15 July | Years 7 – 12 | $15
Build strength, balance and calm with yoga made for teens.

🎭 Storyboard Drama Workshop
Wed 16 July | Prep – Grade 6 | $35
Act, imagine and create your own story on stage!

Spots are limited – don’t miss out! Head to our website for full details and to book.

We need your vote to help us decide on something fun these school holidays!

@bricks4kidz will be at the Woodend Neighbourhood House on Thursday 10th July, running two hands-on workshops for kids in Prep to Grade 6. Think building, creating, experimenting… all the good stuff.

Each session runs for three hours, and we’re planning a whole lot of LEGO® fun—but here’s the thing: we need your input.

We’ve got a bunch of awesome themes in mind, but we’d love to know which ones your kids would be most excited about:

-Mining & Crafting
- Race with Mario
- Spinning Ninjas
- Brick City Engineers
- Junior Robotics

Cast your vote and help shape the day:
https://form.typeform.com/to/bFnEMwYl

Let’s make this the ultimate LEGO® holiday session.

Get excited LEGO® brick fans! 🧱🎉

These July school holidays, Bricks 4 Kidz® will be coming to the Woodend Neighbourhood House with TWO epic workshops for builders, creators, and curious minds in Prep and above!

📅 Thursday 10th July
📍 Woodend Neighbourhood House
🕒 3-hour sessions of hands-on LEGO® brick fun!

But—we need your help!

We're choosing the themes for this awesome event, and we want you to decide!

🎮 Mining & Crafting
🏁 Race with Mario
👺 Spinning Ninjas
🏗️ Brick City Engineers
🤖 Junior Robotics

Visit our website to VOTE NOW!

Help us build the best LEGO® experience these holidays!

ESSENTIALS NEEDED - CAN YOU HELP?

Our Food Bank shelves are running low on some everyday essentials.

If you're heading to the shops this weekend, please consider picking up an extra item or two and dropping it in the donation bins at Coles or IGA in Woodend.

Items in need:

☕ Coffee
🧂 Sugar
🥜 Peanut Butter
🍓 Jam
🟤 Vegemite
🧽 Dishwashing tablets & detergent
🧴 Cleaning products
🧼 Laundry powder
🚽 Toilet paper
🧖 Shampoo
🧻 Tissues
🧂 Savoury biscuits

Your support makes a real difference. Thank you for helping us care for our community!

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