Glenroy Neighbourhood House

24/08/2025

National Skills Week - "Explore ALL the options"!

The theme is to inspire people to look at ALL the options when deciding what they choose to study and their career, that is the foundation of the celebration week.

The week was founded on four key areas of focus, notably to dispel the negative perceptions that surround vocational education and training (VET), highlight its diversity, the career pathways, and the success stories that emanate from VET, plus bring focus to emerging skills needs, and industry trends.

To find out more, click on the link below:
https://www.nationalskillsweek.com.au/

22/08/2025

Our talented Men's Shed restored this beautiful rocking horse that is now up on the charity auction, on the Hard Rubbish Rescue Merri-bek page.

Click on the link below to make a bid and support GNH at the same time:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19p3Xg1mtZ/

22/08/2025

Feel Good Friday, another Community Project Done!

The GNH Men's Shed build a Gumboot Drying Rack for the Kinder kids at Will Will Rook Preschool. 🥾 🌧

To join the team of men on a Friday from 11am to 2pm, click on the link below to register:

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31447

22/08/2025

The Victorian State Government Power Saving Bonus program is starting again on Monday 25th of August.

To be eligible for the fifth round of the PSB program, Victorian households will need to:

- Have a recent residential electricity bill and be the account holder for that bill

- Hold one of the following concession cards:
Health Care Card
Pensioner Concession Card
Veterans Affairs Pensioner
Concession Card; or
Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card

- As a part of the application process applicants will also be required to provide a secondary form of identification to for authentication purposes, this can include a driver’s license, Medicare card, ImmiCard or Australian Visa. Information collected is shared with the Australian Government to confirm identity and is not retained by DEECA or GNH.

Please come into GNH for assistants:

Tuesday
9.30am to 11.30am

Wednesday
10.30am to 11.30am

Thursday
10am to 12pm

19/08/2025

Thanks again to The Royal Society of Victoria and NHVic for the funding to provide "Experimental & Exploring Experiences" for children and their families during National Science Week.

There was a lot of hands on learning, while having a whole lot of fun!

18/08/2025

Mental Health First Aid Day - Make Every Conversation Matter.

For 25 years Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) has been building circles of support around people facing mental health problems. Even though 1.5 million Australians are trained, MHFA remains one of our country’s best-kept secrets – but you can help change that.

For the first ever Mental Health First Aid Day, we’re shining a light on these circles of support and encouraging all Australians to learn life-saving conversation skills.

1 in 2 Australians will experience a mental illness at some time in their life.

1 in 3 Australians won’t seek help when they need it most.

To find out more, click on the link below:
https://www.mhfa.com.au/our-day/

18/08/2025

World Humanitarian Day is commemorated every year to pay tribute to humanitarian workers killed and injured in the course of their work, and to honor all aid and health workers who continue to provide life-saving support and protection to people most in need.

The Day highlights the importance, effectiveness, and positive impact of humanitarian work.

Click on the link below to find out more:
https://www.un.org/en/observances/humanitarian-day

Photo: OCHA/Paolo Palmero
In honour of World Humanitarian Day, UN personnel and partners gathered at the UN headquarters in New York to show solidarity for the protection of civilians and aid workers, highlighting the urgent need for increased safety measures in conflict zones.

11/08/2025

Celebrating International Youth Day with the theme “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond” to highlight the unique role of youth in translating global ambitions into community-driven realities.

It's a day when the world acknowledges the vital role that young people play as agents of change, leaders, and mobilisers in promoting development.

Half of the people on our planet are 30 or younger, and this is expected to reach 57% by the end of 2030.

Survey shows that 67% of people believe in a better future, with 15 to 17 year-olds being the most optimistic about this.

Click on the link below to find out more:
https://www.un.org/en/observances/youth-day

09/08/2025

We can't wait to celebrate Adult Learners' Week with all of our ACFE Trainers and Learners coming together to enjoy an afternoon tea. 😊

Register all your adult learning activities, events and programs run during 1–8 Sept that are virtual or face to face, one off or ongoing and free or low cost. Resources...

08/08/2025

Celebrate this National Science Week with us at GNH - Experiment, Explore, Experience!

Click on the links below to register attendance for one of the FREE family fun activities:

Backyard Science
Tuesday
4pm to 5pm

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=37793

Static!
Wednesday
4pm to 5pm

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/request/guest/activity?id=37795

Chemical Reactions
Thursday
4pm to 5pm

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/request/user/activity?id=37589

And find more fun events on the official National Science Week website:
https://www.scienceweek.net.au/

04/08/2025

Wurundjeri Week is an acknowledgement to recognise, remember, and celebrate the traditional owners the land, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people.

The week coincides around the anniversary of the death of William Barak, the last recognized Ngurungaeta (leader) of the Wurundjeri, who passed away on August 15, 1903.

In Glenroy we are lucky to have the Ballerrt Mooroop (Strong Spirit) Site located at 208A Hilton Street. The site holds deep cultural and educational significance for First Nations people on Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Country.

To find out more about the site, click on the link below:

https://www.merri-bek.vic.gov.au/living-in-merri-bek/community-services/diversity/reconciliation/ballerrt-mooroop-history/

03/08/2025

Loneliness Awareness Week Australia.

You don’t need a best friend, lifelong mate or big crew to feel less lonely.

Making friends or forming connections takes time and effort, but it often starts with a small moment. An awkward hello, a chance encounter, an act of kindness, a compliment, a shared experience or interest or even a funny story – these small but meaningful interactions matter. They spark conversation and help us feel seen and valued.

https://lonelinessawarenessweek.com.au/

At GNH we have many ways to support social connection and reduce a sense of loneliness. Some of them are:

Gardening Group
Monday
9.30am to 11.30am

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=36501

Walk & Talk
Wednesday
9.30am to 10.30am

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31100

The Chatty Cafe
Wednesday
10.30am to 11.30am

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=30584

Click on the links to register attendance and we'll see you soon at GNH!

03/08/2025

Acknowledging and celebrating National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day with the theme Little Footsteps, Big Future.

Honouring the journey our indigenous children take as they grow—each step guided by culture, community and connection to Country.

The day is an opportunity for all Australians to show their support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and learn about the impact that culture, family and community play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.

Click on the link to find out more:
https://www.snaicc.org.au/our-work/campaigns/childrens-day/

29/07/2025

Acknowledging the International Day of Friendship.

The day was proclaimed in 2011 by the UN General Assembly with the idea that friendship between peoples, countries, cultures and individuals can inspire peace efforts and build bridges between communities.

In this year’s observance of the International Day of Friendship, we’re reminded that real peace is forged not only in negotiation halls or by writing into treaties — it’s built, thread by thread, in the trust we extend to one another in daily life.

To find out more, click on the link below:

https://www.un.org/en/observances/friendship-day

26/07/2025

Plant a tree, grow a future. 🌱 Happy National Tree Day!

Planet Ark's National Tree Day started in 1996 and has grown into Australia's largest community tree planting and nature care event.

It's a call to action for all Australians to get their hands dirty and give back to the community.

https://nationaltreeday.org.au/

24/07/2025

Looking for something to do on a cold and wet winters afternoon?

Join our fun, relaxed and creative Intro into Paper Craft workshop.

Starting Monday the 4th of August, click on the link below to register attendance:

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=36782

22/07/2025

Improve your skills on the sewing machine with our engaging 8-week course for beginners. Plan, design and create a custom piece you’ll love forever.

Classes starting Wednesday the 30th of July at 9.30am - click on the link to enrol today!

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=34765

22/07/2025

Loving the Book Library the GNH Men's Shed created for Fawkner Primary School!

Such a beautiful idea the school wanted to initiate, to increase the love and interest of reading.

If you would like to be part of the GNH Men's Shed and help work on these types of wonderful projects, please click on the link below to register:

https://www.socialplanet.com.au/activity/view?id=31447

Fridays
11am to 2pm
5B Cromwell St, Glenroy

21/07/2025

Our libraries are vibrant places where stories come alive, friendships are made, creativity flourishes, and everyone is welcome.

Merri-bek City Council are updating two of their key documents: Library Strategy and Collections Policy and want to ensure the libraries continue to meet the needs of everyone in the community — now and into the future.

They invite you to share your ideas, experiences, and aspirations to help shape the future of the libraries. Whether you’re a regular visitor or haven’t been in a while, they want to hear from you.