Ripples of Change - Celebrate Neighbourhood House Week

Join us for Neighbourhood House Week

Tuesday 13 - Thursday 15 May

9am - 3pm

Deans Marsh Kiosk & Cottage

Espresso Coffee & Cake Available All Day

Decorate a "Wish Stone" and throw it into the special Cottage Fountain to share your ideas & help shape the Cottage for the year ahead!

Can't make it? We'd love you to share your thoughts here

Every action, no matter how small, has the power to create a ripple effect — spreading kindness, sparking ideas, and strengthening communities. At Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres (NCHCs) across Australia, we see it happen every day! A friendly smile, a shared story, a new skill — these small moments add up to something big, sending waves of meaningful change that extends far beyond our local neighbourhoods.

From community projects to everyday conversations, these ripples of change build momentum, shaping stronger, more connected communities. Whether it’s volunteering, learning something new, or simply reaching out to someone in need, every action helps build a stronger, more connected community.

This Neighbourhood House Week, join us in celebrating the power of small actions that lead to big impacts. Get involved — have a chat, lend a hand, try a new class, or be part of a local event. Share your stories on the theme 'From small ripples grow big waves of change!' Whether it's a moment of kindness, a new connection, or a community initiative, every story inspires others to take action. Together, let’s turn little ripples into big waves of change!