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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.

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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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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.

Term 2 starts tomorrow - here’s what’s on this week at the Woodend Neighbourhood House!

There’s plenty happening, with something for everyone. Take a look and see what catches your eye 👇

MONDAY
Cycling Group - from 10am
Woodend Food Bank - 12.30pm - 2.30pm

TUESDAY
Woodend Walkers - from 10am
Woodend Community Lunch - 12noon - 1.30pm
Mahjong - 12.30pm - 3pm

WEDNESDAY
Mahjong for Beginners - 10am - 12noon
Social Craft Group - 10am - 12noon
Yoga for Seniors and those with Chronic Conditions - 11.15am - 12.15pm
Gentle Hatha Yoga - 2pm - 3pm
Creative Yoga for Kids (Prep - Grade 6) - 4pm - 5pm
Hatha Yoga - 7.30pm - 9pm

THURSDAY
Cycling Group - from 10am
Community Gardening Group - 10am - 12noon
Woodend Food Bank - 12.30pm - 2.30pm
Woodend Bike Shed - 3.30pm - 5.30pm
West African Drum Group - 5pm - 6pm

FRIDAY
WNH Reading Room (Young Adult Book Club) - 5pm - 6pm
AA Woodend - 7pm - 8pm

SUNDAY
Gentle Yoga, Qi Gong and Guided Meditation - 1.30pm - 4pm
Woodend Boardgame Group - 2pm - 5pm

See something that takes your fancy?
Head to our website for all the details and bookings.

New in Term 2 at the Woodend Neighbourhood House!

We’ve got a full program of social groups, creative workshops and community events coming up. Here's what's new!

🃏 Canasta Social Group
Monthly, relaxed games for beginners + experienced players
Second Fri, 10am • Gold coin donation

📚 Book Clubs
Two new groups - daytime for adults, evening Reading Room for young adults
1st Thurs 1pm & 4th Fri 5pm • Gold coin donation

🧵 Sashiko Workshop & Short Course
Try a beginner workshop or go deeper with a 4-week creative stitching course
From Mon 4 May • $60 / $340

🎉 Neighbourhood House Week (11–17 May)
Free community activities for all ages including yoga, art, drumming & lunch

🧶 Leatherworking Workshop
Create your own brush roll using traditional techniques
Sun 17 May • $169

🧠 Youth Mental Health First Aid
Build skills to support young people’s mental health
Sat 23 & 30 May • $70

🔥 Blacksmithing Workshop
Forge your own ornamental snake with blacksmith Rob Nansen
Sun 31 May • $160

Find out more at our website!

ASK AND THEY DELIVERED! A few weeks ago we asked the Woodend Men's Shed to create something special to display our fresh food at our Woodend Foodbank AND wow did they deliver!

Thanks to Kevin for not only creating a masterpiece but delivering right to our door.

Better than a bought one!

Heartfelt thanks to the Woodend Men's Shed, with special thanks to Kevin and regular Neighbourhood House volunteer, Rob ♥️

🛒 If you would like to donate non perishable food items, please use the donation bins at Woodend Coles and IGA.

🏠 If you would like to donate any fresh or cold/frozen food items, please bring them directly to the house. (Mon-Thurs, 9am-3pm during the school holidays, reverting to Mon-Friday in term time).

🐚 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.

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