Castlemaine Community House is in Castlemaine, Mount Alexander Shire, within the Central Goldfield region of Victoria. It is situated 120kms from Melbourne, approximately an hour and 15 minutes from the city.
Castlemaine is encircled by at least six towns, each with their own particular identity. The Shire is a magnet for an increasing population of arts practitioners, tree changers, down shifters and those pursuing an alternative lifestyle based on environmental sustainability.
Castlemaine Community House provides programs and activities contributing to community development and supporting individuals and groups within the local community.
Castlemaine Community House is:
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a learning centre
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a meeting place
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a not-for-profit enterprise
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a drop-in centre
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a supportive, welcoming place
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an information network
We have a range of regular activities, educational classes for adults, programs for parents and children, and a large number of community projects which we run or contribute to.
We are run by a committee of management and we have a number of staff and volunteers.
Castlemaine Community House is a welcoming place, bringing people together to connect and strengthen our community.
Annual Report 2008-2009
If you would like a copy of our most recent Annual Report (presented to the AGM on 17 November 2009) please contact the Community House.