George Town Neighbourhood House

05/06/2026

🚨 𝑺𝒖𝒓𝒗𝒆𝒚 𝒄𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆𝒔 22 𝑱𝒖𝒏𝒆 (𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒍𝒚 𝑱𝒖𝒏𝒆 15)🚨

Over the coming days you'll see us sharing different examples of the work happening at George Town Neighbourhood House.

Why? Because sometimes it's easy to forget just how many different ways George Town Neighbourhood House is there when people need support.

Today, we're highlighting the support people receive when life gets complicated.

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 needed help applying for a Disability Support Pension, Carer Payment, JobSeeker, Age Pension, or another government payment?

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 supported a parent or loved one moving into aged care and felt overwhelmed by the forms, assessments, and income and assets paperwork?

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 needed help accessing housing, mental health, disability, or other community support services?

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 needed someone to explain a process, make referrals, complete paperwork, or simply help you work out your next step?

These are the kinds of things our Community Connector, Kristy, helps people with every day.

If you've received support like this from Kristy or another member of the George Town Neighbourhood House team, we'd love you to take 10 minutes to complete the Neighbourhood House survey.

George Town Neighbourhood House is often one of the first places people turn when they need support, have an idea, see a gap in services, or want something positive for the community. Our community trusts us to respond when needs arise.

But responding to community needs requires resources.

Your feedback helps demonstrate the value of the services, programs and support provided through George Town Neighbourhood House, and why continued investment is needed to ensure we can keep responding to our community effectively.

📅 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝟐𝟐 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞.

If George Town Neighbourhood House has helped you, now is the time to help us :)

https://views-id.typeform.com/NHsurvey

*UPDATE: Survey closing date extended until 22 June*

Last November, the State Government announced an independent Needs Analysis of the Neighbourhood House Network, recognising increasing demand on Houses and the need for long-term sustainability.

Neighbourhood Houses are a vital part of Tasmania's broader service system. Through their community development approach, they provide welcoming, trusted and accessible places where people can connect, find support, build skills and strengthen their communities.

Houses are increasingly responding to growing and complex needs, and many are stretched. This survey is part of the statewide Needs Analysis, and your input will help shape what’s needed to support communities into the future.

The survey is open to everyone - whether you have volunteered, worked, or accessed a Neighbourhood House, or work for an organisation that partners with Houses, all responses are vital. Even if you have never been to a Neighbourhood House but care about the future of Tasmanian communities, this survey is for you.

The survey closes on 22 June (previously 15 June). Please share with your networks, and thanks for your support!

Complete the survey here 👇
https://views-id.typeform.com/NHsurvey

04/06/2026

Give away wares:) 9am - 1pm

04/06/2026

And then there were four! Today's legends bringing you todays great give away! Kerry, Lucas, Wayne and Simone :) phew! Reinforcements arrived :) Josh, Polly and Cindy

04/06/2026

**Our Community Needs Your Voice Before 15 June**

Every day, Neighbourhood Houses across Tasmania step in where others can't.
We help people access food, housing, Centrelink, mental health support, education, community connection, emergency assistance, children's programs, volunteering opportunities, and so much more.

But the reality is that much of this work is being delivered by dedicated staff and volunteers who are stretched beyond capacity. Many projects are run on the smell of an oily rag. Countless hours are worked outside paid hours. Staff regularly juggle multiple roles, carry enormous workloads, and often put the needs of the community ahead of their own wellbeing.

The demand for support continues to grow, but funding has not kept pace.
If we want decision makers to understand the true value of Neighbourhood Houses and the pressure we are all under, we need the community to speak up.

**The survey closes on 15 June and takes around 10 minutes to complete.**

If George Town Neighbourhood House has helped you, your family, your business, or someone you know, this is one of the most important ways you can support us right now.
Your feedback will help demonstrate:

The essential role Neighbourhood Houses play in communities
The growing demand for services and support
The need for sustainable funding and additional resources
The impact these services have on people's lives

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and help ensure Neighbourhood Houses can continue providing the support our communities rely on.

Please share this post with your friends, family and networks. Every response matters

*UPDATE: Survey closing date extended until 22 June*

Last November, the State Government announced an independent Needs Analysis of the Neighbourhood House Network, recognising increasing demand on Houses and the need for long-term sustainability.

Neighbourhood Houses are a vital part of Tasmania's broader service system. Through their community development approach, they provide welcoming, trusted and accessible places where people can connect, find support, build skills and strengthen their communities.

Houses are increasingly responding to growing and complex needs, and many are stretched. This survey is part of the statewide Needs Analysis, and your input will help shape what’s needed to support communities into the future.

The survey is open to everyone - whether you have volunteered, worked, or accessed a Neighbourhood House, or work for an organisation that partners with Houses, all responses are vital. Even if you have never been to a Neighbourhood House but care about the future of Tasmanian communities, this survey is for you.

The survey closes on 22 June (previously 15 June). Please share with your networks, and thanks for your support!

Complete the survey here 👇
https://views-id.typeform.com/NHsurvey

04/06/2026

FREE BOOKS ALERT

Looking for your next great read?

Come along to our Great Book Giveaway and take home as many books as you'd like – completely FREE.

From picture books to page-turners, there's something for every age and interest.

Monday 9 June
10:00am–2:00pm
187 Agnes Street, George Town

Because every good book deserves a new home.

03/06/2026

Do you know your recycling from your rubbish?

Join us for Be a Good Sort, an engaging and informative session that will help take the guesswork out of recycling here in Tasmania.

Recycling is our last chance to recover valuable materials before they end up in landfill, but knowing what goes where can sometimes be confusing. Whether you're a recycling champion or a self-confessed "wishcycler", this session will help demystify the recycling process and improve your sorting skills.

Come along, test your knowledge, learn some surprising facts, and discover how small changes can make a big difference for our environment.

Thursday 11 June
10:30am
George Town Neighbourhood House

This free session is presented by Robyn from Rethink Waste Tasmania Waste Tasmania and is a great opportunity to learn more about reducing waste and making the most of our recycling systems.

Register via the QR code on the poster or contact us for more information.

Be a Good Sort and help keep valuable resources out of landfill

03/06/2026

It's one of your favourite days of the month this Friday: Great Giveaway Day.

Join us on Friday 5 June from 9:00am–1:00pm for a treasure hunt where everything is available for the unbeatable price of... FREE!

Rain, hail or shine, we'll be going ahead. If the weather is still a little wild, we may need to scale things down, but we'll be there and ready to help find new homes for as many items as possible.

The mornings have certainly been getting chilly, so make sure you rug up – or better yet, arrive right on 9:00am and see if you can find some warm winter clothing to take home.

Our Great Giveaway helps keep quality items out of landfill while making them available to the community at no cost. We'd love to see as much as possible find a new home, helping both the environment and our backs when pack-up time comes around.

Friday 5 June
9:00am – 1:00pm
George Town Neighbourhood House
Cost: Absolutely FREE!

Come along, bring a friend, and see what treasures you can find.

02/06/2026

🌈 Pride Coffee is back this Thursday

The first Thursday of the month means it's time for our Pride Coffee catch-up.

Pride Coffee is a welcoming monthly gathering for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, their friends, family, and allies to connect in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.

Whether you're looking to meet new people, catch up with familiar faces, or simply enjoy a coffee and conversation, we'd love to see you there.

This is a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, sharing your experiences, and finding your people.

Jo from Working It Out will be joining us and is always happy to have a cuppa and a chat.

Thursday 4 June
1:00pm – 2:00pm
George Town Neighbourhood House, 187 Agnes Street

Everyone is welcome. Come along, grab a coffee, and connect with community.

02/06/2026

Don't forget to pop into our Op Shop this June

For the entire month, all bric-a-brac is just 50 cents per item

What do we mean by bric-a-brac?

Anything that isn't clothing, shoes, or accessories. Think homewares, kitchen items, books, décor, toys, puzzles, and plenty of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

Whether you're looking for a bargain, furnishing a space on a budget, or simply love a good treasure hunt, now is the perfect time to visit.

Come in, have a browse, and see what bargains you can find for just 50 cents open Monday-Friday 8.30am-4pm

30/05/2026

Just because we are closed, does not mean there is no Subway bread today! Our Legend Lucas has been to Subway this morning and stocked the pantry with fresh Subway Bread. When heading back up to water the grass he noticed no one has taken any. So take advantage, head up to the Hood and grab some Italian herb and cheese footlongs ( with no fillings) . Please do not take the bread containers :)