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Continuing to create, build, strengthen and connect our community.

About Us

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.

About Us

Our Services

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

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Hire a Space

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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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!

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

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🐚 Get ready to make a splash this school holidays! 🐚

Primary schoolers, join us for two creative under-the-sea experiences:

✨ Under the Sea Aquarium Workshop
Bring a tiny pet starfish to life in your very own mini aquarium jar!
🗓 Wednesday 15 April | 12.30pm–2pm | $35

🎶 Dolphin Drumming Workshop
Discover the magic of sound and rhythm while learning how dolphins “hear” with sonar!
🗓 Thursday 16 April | 11am–1.30pm | $45

Spaces are filling fast – secure your spot today and dive into the fun!

Your donation to the Woodend Food Bank can make a difference.

Items in demand this week include:

Toothbrushes
Toothpaste
Canned Soups
Spaghetti
Baked Beans
Oats
BBQ Sauce
Tomato Sauce
Peanut Butter
Flour
Tea
Coffee
UHT Full Cream Milk
Tinned Fish (tuna, salmon)
Ready Meals
Sweet and Savoury Biscuits
Toilet Paper
Tissues
Dishwashing Liquid
Pasta Sauces

Donations can be left in the bins at Coles Woodend or IGA Woodend, or dropped off at reception at the Woodend Neighbourhood House (Monday - Thursday 9am - 3pm).

Thank you for your support!

🌊 CALLING ALL PRIMARY SCHOOLERS! 🌊

Dive into our school holiday fun with two under-the-sea adventures.

🐠 Under the Sea Aquarium Workshop (new session just added)
Create your very own miniature aquarium jar – complete with a tiny pet starfish!
Wednesday 15 April | 12.30pm–2pm | $35

🥁 Dolphin Drumming Workshop
Explore sound, beats, and rhythm, and discover the amazing world of sonar – just like dolphins do!
Thursday 16 April | 11am–1.30pm | $45

Spaces are limited, so book your spot today via our website.

THE OUR VILLAGE VAN IS ON ITS WAY - next Wednesday 15th April!

Drop off your items to the Woodend Neighbourhood House on Monday 13th or Tuesday 14th April (9am - 3pm) or first thing Wednesday 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 combined name for St Kilda Mums, Geelong Mums and Eureka Mums. Together, as Our Village, they look out for vulnerable babies, children and the environment.

To find if your items can be donated to Our Village, visit their website.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY OPENING HOURS

Our Reception is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 9am - 3pm (except Easter Monday).

The Woodend Foodbank in open on Monday and Thursday between 12.30 pm – 2.30 pm (except Easter Monday).

SCHOOLS OUT… and the School Holiday Program is A GO! 🎉

We’ve got a fantastic line-up of fun, creative and engaging workshops these holidays:

🧘‍♀️ Tuesday 7 April (10am - 12noon)
Creative Yoga: Hop into Autumn
Sarah from Shanti Studio returns with two hours of creative yoga fun - blending gentle movement, creativity and rest. A beautiful way to connect with the senses these holidays.

🎭 Wednesday 8 April (9.30am - 12.30pm)
Drama Workshop
We’re thrilled to welcome back Paul from Storyboard Drama for an energetic, imaginative session full of confidence-building fun.

🐠 Wednesday 15 April (10.30am - 12noon)
Under the Sea Aquarium Workshop
Join talented local artist Penelope Cato for a hands-on craft session and create your very own “Under the Sea” aquarium.

🥁 Thursday 16 April (11am - 1.30pm)
Dolphin Drumming
Get into the rhythm with Ness in this fun, interactive bucket drumming workshop - build confidence, develop rhythm skills and enjoy making music together.

📌 Bookings are essential for all workshops.

👉 Drop into reception (9am–3pm, Monday to Thursday during the school holidays)
👉 Or book online at our website.

THE TERM 2 BROCHURE IS OUT NOW!

From regular favourites such as the Community Lunch, the Bike Shed and Hatha Yoga, to new offerings including Youth Mental Health First Aid, a Canasta Group, two Book Clubs, a Leather Brush Tool Workshop, two Sashiko Workshops, and the return of the Blacksmith Workshop, there is lots to discover at the Woodend Neighbourhood House.

AND..... THE SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM IS OUT NOW, TOO!

We have a fantastic line‑up of creative, active, and imaginative workshops these holidays - there’s something for everyone! From Creative Yoga and Drama, to two Under the Sea themed workshops that will encourage your child to get creative. Places are strictly limited, so book your spot now!

Visit our website for all the details and to book your spots!

We can’t wait to welcome you to the House!

This week our Food Bank needs your help to support our local families feeling the pinch:

🛒 Non perishable food items such as spreads, toiletries, coffee and basic household cleaning products help us provide practical support to those in need and can be dropped off in our donation bins at Woodend Coles and IGA.

🏠 Financial contributions, fresh fruit and veg, cheese, margarine or any frozen items can be dropped to the Woodend Neighborhood House directly (Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm).

This community, working together, can make a real difference, and we thank you for your continued support.

🎉 Our School Holiday Program is out now! 🎉

We have a fantastic line‑up of creative, active, and imaginative workshops these holidays - there’s something for everyone!

🧘‍♀️ Creative Yoga – Hop into Autumn
Sarah from Shanti Studio is back with two hours of creative yoga fun! These sessions blend creativity, gentle movement, and time to rest - a beautiful way to connect with the senses during the holidays.

🎭 Drama Workshop
We’re thrilled to welcome Paul from Storyboard Drama for an energetic and engaging drama workshop full of imagination and confidence‑building fun.

🐠 Craft Workshop
Join amazingly talented local artist Penelope Cato for a hands‑on craft session where young makers will create their very own “Under the Sea” Aquarium.

🥁 Dolphin Drumming
And Ness will be bringing along her buckets for a noisy, joyful, and thoroughly enjoyable under-the-sea inspired bucket drumming workshop!

Bookings are essential for all workshops. Drop into reception during opening hours (9am–3pm, Monday to Friday) or book online via our website.

Spaces are limited - don’t miss out!

Hello Macedon Ranges Community

The Woodend Food Bank is once again looking for your support to keep essential items on our shelves.

Items we need this week:
- Coffee
- Sauces etc. (Tomato, BBQ, relish, dressing, salt & pepper)
- Sweet biscuits
- Tuna
- Laundry liquid/powder & dishwashing liquid
- Cheese, margarine & fresh produce (drop directly to the house)

🛒 In store donations can be made via our donation bins at Coles & IGA in Woodend
🏠 Cheese, margarine & fresh produce can be dropped directly to the Woodend Neighbourhood House (Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm)

🙏 Thanks for helping us keep our shelves stocked to support our local families.

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