What’s On

Read through our collection of articles about Lalor Neighbourhood House’s News, Events and New Programs

Child Care 2026

Child Care at Lalor Neighbourhood House Affordable, Flexible & Welcoming We’re excited to share that Lalor Neighbourhood House Child Care is welcoming more children aged 0–5 years into our caring and inclusive program! Our child care service offers a safe,...

English Class

English Classes Are Back at LNH! We are excited to announce that English classes have returned to LNH, and we are now welcoming new enrolments! If you are looking to improve your English skills for everyday life or the workplace, our supportive and engaging classes...

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Sewing Class

🪡 Sewing Classes Have Officially Begun at LNH! We are excited to share that sewing classes at LNH are now underway, and there is still time to join in the creativity! Held every Tuesday from 10:00am to 1:00pm, these classes are ideal for anyone looking to refresh...

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Homework Club Update!

📚 Homework Club Starts This Week! We’re excited to let you know that Homework Club is kicking off this week and will be running from Lalor Library! We also have our new VCE English and Maths program up and running, but spots are limited, so make sure you register...

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Bushra’s Mural Progress

Bushra's Mural Progress Update 🎨Bushra has been working hard with her team, and the mural is continuing to take shape, with incredible detail and movement now emerging along the wall. From bold background colours to the striking bird imagery coming to life, the...

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Welcome back to LNH!

Welcome back to LNH for 2026! We have a wide range of classes and activities available, and as some sessions are currently at capacity, we kindly ask that you contact us to secure any future available spots. We warmly welcome all past, current, and future participants...

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Community Garden Update

Last year, our community artist Ildi and community garden facilitator Damian came together with a shared vision: to create hand-painted plant boxes that would not only grow herbs and flowers, but also grow connection, creativity, and wellbeing within our community....

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Upcoming Classes and Activities

We’re excited to be planning a wide range of courses and activities for 2026. If you’re interested in joining one of our classes or activities, please contact us at [email protected] or call 9465 6409.Alternatively, you can complete an Expression of Interest form...

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Mural Update!

Mural Update Our neighbourhood is being brightened by a beautiful new mural created by local artist Bushra, who has been working throughout the school holidays to bring this artwork to life. Showcasing Australian native animals and birds, the mural reflects both our...

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The Final Community Lunch: Together at the Table

As we wrap up the year, our final community lunch was filled with festivity, laughter, and meaningful connection. The day was alive with activities for all ages, creating a welcoming and joyful space where everyone could relax, engage, and feel part of the community....

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Harvest the Moment: The Garden’s Final Week

As our year comes to an end, we completed our final harvest of the garden beds for 2025. It was a rewarding and reflective final week in the garden, made possible by the time, care, and commitment of our talented and dedicated volunteer gardeners. Throughout the year,...

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Mural in Progress!

A truly vibrant and meaningful collaboration went underway on Thursday as artists Bushra and Amanda continued tackling their ambitious mural project. They have teamed up with the Northern School of Autism (NSA), ensuring the students are not just spectators, but...

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Child Care Christmas

End of Year Celebration for our Child Care!  On Thursday, French Street Hall was buzzing with excitement as we came together to celebrate the end of the year, complete with a special visit from Santa and a sweet graduation moment for some of our little ones. A huge...

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What an Incredible Year in the Community Garden 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, it feels like the perfect moment to pause, take a breath, and appreciate what an amazing year it has been in our community garden. Back in January, Meredith entrusted Damian with the role of Community Garden Facilitator. Damian may still be...

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Art Christmas

Celebrating Our Art Class - Cafe Style! This week, our Art Class swapped out art supplies for plates of delicious food as we wrapped up the year with a special Christmas lunch at a local café.Instead of brushes and paints, we enjoyed great conversation, shared...

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LNH in the Spotlight!

🌟 LNH in the Spotlight! Star Weekly Feature (9 December 2025)Our team has hit the pages of the Star Weekly Northern this week, and we couldn’t be more excited! If you flip to page 22, you’ll find our amazing LNH staff alongside Santa, gearing up for a wonderful...

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Work Christmas Party

LNH End-of-Year Christmas Break-Up: A Celebration of Team Spirit & Success The festive season wrapped up in style as the LNH team came together for a joyful and successful Christmas break up event. This year’s gathering wasn’t just a party it was a moment to...

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Garage Sale

🌟 Garage Sale – Community Success! (Saturday, 06/12/2025) We are excited to share that our recent Garage Sale, held on Saturday 06/12/2025, was an outstanding and a wonderful reminder of the strength of our community spirit. The day was filled with friendly faces,...

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Budding Creatives Project 2025 – And That’s a Wrap!

That's A Wrap!  Over the past few months, our community lead artist Ildi has been collaborating closely with participants, support groups, and the dedicated team at Lalor Neighbourhood House to bring the Budding Creatives Project 2025 to life. What began as a shared...

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After School Tutoring – (AST)

🎉✨ Celebrating Our Amazing Afterschool Tutors! ✨🎉 At LNH, we are incredibly proud of our dedicated team of Afterschool Tutors who work behind the scenes each week, supporting children and adults in their learning journeys. Their passion, patience, and commitment truly...

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2026 Art Exhibition

🌟 Celebrating Our Community Artist, Ildi! Last year, our talented community artist and teacher, Ildi, entered her artwork into the 2025 Art Exhibition. We are thrilled to announce that her piece has now become part of the City of Whittlesea Art Collection. Even more...

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Meet Thomas – Our Newest Volunteer!

🌟 Meet Thomas – Our Newest Volunteer! We loved having Thomas join us as a work placement student from SMC at our neighbourhood house!  Thomas has been such a bright, polite, and positive presence, and we’re thrilled that he has decided to continue with us as a...

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English, Computer Classes & Helpful Skills

🎉 Enrolments Open for 2026 at Lalor Neighbourhood House! Do you know someone who could benefit from our English, Computer, or life skills classes? At Lalor Neighbourhood House, we provide a friendly, supportive environment where people of all ages can learn, connect,...

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Keep Our Doors Opened!

Keep Our Doors Open! 2026 Election Budget Campaign Neighbourhood Houses deliver enormous social and economic value to communities across Victoria. But today, the Neighbourhood House Coordination Program (NHCP) rate is 20% lower than it was a decade ago, and open hours...

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