Thank you to local Neighbourhood Houses

Recently I spoke in Parliament of the wonderful contribution our local neighbourhood houses play within our community.

Earlier this month I was fortunate to visit Wurruk Neighbourhood House, one of many throughout Gippsland South that provide invaluable services to our residents.

Coordinator Sarah Bardsley and board member Sandra Houghton took the time to show me around and explain some of the programs they offer for locals in the community, including a well-utilised food bank, children’s engagement programs and many others.

From running small training offerings to providing material support for those in need and access to government services in smaller towns and offering a general place for the community to drop in and socialise, our neighbourhood houses play an important role in the community, particularly for those less well off. 

So many volunteers put in the hours to support their fellow citizens, and I am yet to meet a coordinator who does not put in hours well above what they are paid. 

To all the neighbourhood houses across Gippsland South, I say thank you.

Danny O’Brien MP, State Member for Gippsland South, Shadow Assistant Minister for Regional Health, Shadow Assistant Minister for Ambulance Services