http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au en-us Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:37:05 +1000 Rocketspark http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/11392/term-3-2025/ As we begin a brand new term, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your support throughout my time as Acting Manager. Over the past 11 months, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside an incredible team of staff, volunteers, tutors, and community members. Your warmth, encouragement, and dedication to the house and what it stands for have been both humbling and inspiring.Leongatha Community House is more than just a place where c... Tue, 29 Jul 2025 11:50:31 +1000 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post11392 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/11052/term-2-2025/ As we welcome Term 2, we’re thrilled to offer a variety of exciting programs for everyone! From floral artistry and watercolour classes to the dynamic alcohol ink art workshop, there’s something for every creative soul. For those looking to boost their digital skills, our tech programs are perfect for learning and exploring the digital world.A standout this term is the Leongatha Community House History Project: Building Our Story group. We invite you to join us in documenting the rich histor... Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:22:46 +1100 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post11052 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/10678/term-1-2025/ It’s hard to believe that we’re already starting the first term of 2025! We have an exciting lineup of events and programs planned, and we’d love for you to join us. We have some special events lined up this term, starting with the Carers Support Group Monthly Catch-Ups on 21st January. Additionally, our Positive Living Info Sessions will take place on 6th March, 20th March, and 3rd April.Our Out and About Bus Trips are back, offering popular day trips, as well as our regular Wednesday Per... Thu, 16 Jan 2025 10:02:50 +1100 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post10678 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/10510/term-4-2024/ Welcome to Term 4 at Leongatha Community House!  What a year it has been and it’s hard top believe we are heading into our last term of 2024 already!We are hoping you can make it along to our special events for Term 4 starting with the Carers Gratitude Lunch on Friday 18th October, then our 16 Days of Activism event on Friday 29th November and finishing with our Christmas Celebration on Friday 6th December.Our Out and About Bus trips are not slowing down in Term 4 with popular day trips, ... Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:06:46 +1000 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post10510 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/10329/term-2-2024-program-is-out-now/ Welcome to Leongatha Community House!We're thrilled to present our latest brochure, showcasing a diverse range of programs designed with our community in mind. From educational workshops to social gatherings, fitness classes to creative arts, there's something for everyone in our vibrant community.Don't forget to take advantage of our community bus, ensuring accessibility for all members of our community.Join us as we come together to learn, connect, and grow. We look forward to seeing you ... Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:56:25 +1100 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post10329 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/10217/term-1-2024/ Greetings everyone,I'm thrilled to draw your attention to our Community Bus services, prominently featured on page one of this terms program. We are excited to offer this service to Leongatha and the surrounding towns.However, to make this initiative truly impactful, we need your help in spreading the word. If you know a neighbor or friend who could benefit from this service, please take a moment to inform them.We're eager to hear your thoughts on how you envision the Community Bus being used. Y... Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:32:27 +1100 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post10217 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/10072/term-4-2023/ Hello everyone. My name in Christine and I will be managing the house until the end of 2023, while Maddison is on leave. Our term 4 program is looking very festive with some Christmas themed Workshops and classes running throughout the term.  Many of our popular classes are returning and we are trying out a few new additions.Tuesday’s from 4pm will see a new Women’s Self Defence Class—the first session will be at the introductory price of only $5! Come and give it a try! We ... Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:01:55 +1000 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post10072 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/9996/from-the-house-manager-christine/ Hello everyone.My name in Christine and I will be with you until the end of 2023, while Maddison is on leave.In our term 3 program many of our popular classes return and we have a few new additions. On Tuesday evening we have a Photography Class which has proved so popular it is currently booked out! We also have a new Kids Self Defense class for 12-15 year olds and we have started a Mahjong Group where all skill levels are welcome! Ring or drop in to register your interest.The centre is open 9.... Fri, 30 Jun 2023 10:38:52 +1000 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post9996 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/9684/term-1-2023-16th-of-jan--6th-of-april/ From the Manager, I hope everyone had a happy & safe Christmas and New Year.We are so excited to announce due to a cancelled order we now have our brand new Community Bus! How would you like to see the bus used? Get in contact with us if you have any ideas you would like to share.I would like to take this opportunity to introduce the new Community House interim manager Nina, as I head off on maternity leave for most of 2023. Nina brings with her a wealth of knowledge and skills that will be ... Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:28:19 +1100 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post9684 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/post/9501/term-4-2022-7th-of-october--20th-of-december/ Welcome to term 4 of 2022, I cannot believe we are in the final term of the year!We are so happy we can finally announce we have been fortunate enough to receive two grants: one from the Stronger Communities Programme and the second from the Department of Victorian Transport. These grants will allow us to purchase a Community House bus, for the community.Unfortunately due to vehicle shortages we will not have the bus for a year but we will start consulting with the community in early 2023 to see... Tue, 27 Sep 2022 10:33:17 +1000 http://www.leongathacommunityhouse.org.au/blog/#post9501