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Maree Murphy, manager at Chiltern Neighbourhood House

UPPER MURRAY REGIONAL NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE NETWORK

Karen Ramsay, manager of Bandiana Neighbourhood House and Baranduda Community Centre, sews with community members

OUR  PURPOSE

Our Network exists to empower, support and enable our members to be outstanding and impactful community development leaders in their communities.

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We do this in a range of ways, including direct operational and governance support, network-wide projects and advocacy.

HOW WE WORK WITH OUR MEMBERS

Quercus Beechworth community garden
Yackandandah Community Centre - community garden participants
Mt Beauty Neighbourhood Centre cafe

SUPPORT

We work with managers and committees to provide governance and operational orientation, support and training.

ADVOCACY

We raise awareness of neighbourhood houses as key community assets.

PROJECTS

We seek opportunities for network-wide projects that increase the impact of our members.

Neighbourhood houses in Upper Murray provide outstanding community value.

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The community value of the work of our neighbourhood houses in 2023* is over $19.5M. This equates to:

  • $3.37 for every $1 of income generated;

  • $12.49 for every $1 of Neighbourhood House Coordination Program funding; and

  • $522.50 for every hour the average neighbourhood house is in use

*latest data available from Neighbourhood Houses Victoria

Social Prescribing in action!

In this short video, participants share their experiences at the Open Door Neighbourhood House 'Connecting Community Café' — part of the Connecting Community in Upper Hume Social Prescribing Project —highlighting the importance of social connections.

Volunteers at neighbourhood houses across Upper Murray share their thoughts about why they love volunteering

Hear from some of the many volunteers that support the community through their neighbourhood house.

LATEST NEWS

Art that connects

Trudewind Road Neighbourhood House recently hosted a highly successful community art exhibition, showcasing 122 works from 30 artists across the northeast. The week-long event drew strong crowds, with more than 60 people attending opening night and 50–60 visitors daily, all celebrating creativity as a powerful way to connect people and strengthen community.
When people share their creativity it creates stronger community bonds

Trudewind Road Neighbourhood House recently hosted a highly successful community art exhibition, showcasing 122 works from 30 artists across the northeast. The week-long event drew strong crowds, with more than 60 people attending opening night and 50–60 visitors daily, all celebrating creativity as a powerful way to connect people and strengthen community.

Humans looking after humans

Quercus Beechworth Neighbourhood House’s Community Food Program is more than just food relief — it’s about building trust, dignity, and connection. Every fortnight, around 100 meals are prepared in the Quercus kitchen by volunteers working alongside prisoners from Beechworth Correctional Centre. The atmosphere is one of laughter, music, and teamwork, with everyone treated as equals contributing to something meaningful.
No bells and whistles, just humans looking after humans

Quercus Beechworth Neighbourhood House’s Community Food Program is more than just food relief — it’s about building trust, dignity, and connection. Every fortnight, around 100 meals are prepared in the Quercus kitchen by volunteers working alongside prisoners from Beechworth Correctional Centre. The atmosphere is one of laughter, music, and teamwork, with everyone treated as equals contributing to something meaningful.

Building community, one connection at a time

Every Thursday morning, the Chin Wag Café brings together locals at Lulu & Didge to share coffee, conversation, and connection. What began as a response to concerns about loneliness in Chiltern has grown into a warm and welcoming group where friendships flourish, people check in on each other, and newcomers are always invited to join.
A wonderful example of a grassroots initiative fostering connection and confidence within the Chiltern community.

Every Thursday morning, the Chin Wag Café brings together locals at Lulu & Didge to share coffee, conversation, and connection. What began as a response to concerns about loneliness in Chiltern has grown into a warm and welcoming group where friendships flourish, people check in on each other, and newcomers are always invited to join.

NETWORK  EVENTS

  • Chair Forum
    Chair Forum
    Thu, 11 Sept
    Virtual event
    11 Sept 2025, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
    Virtual event
    Join fellow Neighbourhood House Chairs every six weeks to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and build valuable local networks. A great opportunity to gain support and strengthen your role!
  • Chair Forum
    Chair Forum
    Wed, 22 Oct
    Virtual event
    22 Oct 2025, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
    Virtual event
    Join fellow Neighbourhood House Chairs every six weeks to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and build valuable local networks. A great opportunity to gain support and strengthen your role!
  • Chair Forum
    Chair Forum
    Thu, 04 Dec
    Virtual event
    04 Dec 2025, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
    Virtual event
    Join fellow Neighbourhood House Chairs every six weeks to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and build valuable local networks. A great opportunity to gain support and strengthen your role!

FIND YOUR LOCAL NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE

GET IN TOUCH

628 Upper Ryans Creek Rd, Upper Ryans Creek VIC 3673, Australia

coordinator@uppermurraynhn.org

0488 572225

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