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It’s not the absence of conflict, it’s the presence of community. NHVic KEEP OUR DOORS OPEN Campaign Day of Action We have seen another awful act of violence in the media, which seems to strike at the very heart of our understanding of who we are. It’s shocking, but for anyone working on the frontline of community, not surprising. Managers of neighbourhood houses and community centres will tell you, ‘there’s something in the air’. In the Wimmera, a community centre displays p

Participants at Ajani Neighbourhood House Neighbourhood Houses Victoria was honoured to once again partner with Victoria Law Foundation on Victorian Law Week! Law Week was held 18-24 May 2026, with the aim to improve community understanding and access to various legal services local to the area. As part of this grant program, 18 Neighbourhood Houses received funding to reach 1,006 community members. You can read about their projects here: Ajani Neighbourhood House Navigating

Social connection is a key protective factor for mental health and wellbeing – it strengthens people’s sense of belonging, and fosters resilient communities and societies. Victoria is home to many places and spaces where people can experience connection. But are all of these spaces welcoming and inclusive? NHVic has partnered with the Whittlesea Mental Health and Wellbeing Local Service (Neami National) to research effective practices in creating safer, welcoming and inclusi

Neighbourhood Houses Victoria is calling on the State Government to increase annual funding by $11.7M or risk the closure of 200...

ANHCA visits Canberra to advocate and explore partnership opportunities Representatives from our national peak body, Australian...

$100 Power Saving Bonus for eligible Victorian concession card holders. The fifth round of the $100 Power Saving Bonus opens for new...

Neighbourhood Houses Victoria lights up blue! Shine a Light on Prostate Cancer this September – Light Up Blue! Prostate Cancer Awareness...