The small community of Harkaway in Victoria is bursting with an amazing array of local flora and fauna, and the Harkaway Bush & Garden Newsletter is there to capture it all. Published monthly, the newsletter binds the close-knit community of Harkaway together under the guidance...

Rockbank Primary School has a rich history dating back to 1868 and with the recent developments of Thornhill Park, Woodlea and Bridgefield, Rockbank PS is steadily growing each year. Ms Sharon Alton discussed with us how the same high standard of education and care for its students is paramount...

For over six decades, the Castle Hill Players have been bringing the wonder and excitement of live theatre to the Hills District. Their latest production of Tim Firth’s Calendar Girls opened last Friday and - no surprises here - it’s another hit for the Castle Hill Players! We spoke...

For almost four decades, the Waverley Music Eisteddfod has been giving novice performers the opportunity to perform live to the Mount Waverley community. Judy Serelis is busy gearing up for the 39th Annual Waverley Music Eisteddfod, but took the time to speak to us about how important the...

Toastmasters is an international organisation that encourages members of the community to get involved with leadership and public speaking.  Though it can be a daunting task, Judy Murphy of the Wandin club knows just how much fun you can have when you put yourself out there.  For residents of ...

Public speaking doesn’t always come naturally, but for those special occasions where a speech is required, a little practice doesn’t hurt. In fact, you might even enjoy it! We spoke with Liz Toms of the Warrnambool Rostrum Club about how the members of the club engage with...

This neighbourhood garden may only be new, but John and the crew at Mount Colah Neighbourhood Garden sure do know what they’re doing! Providing a safe place for anyone and everyone, the community garden is more than just a place to grow fruit and veg.

Having been a part of the Fairfield community for 42 years, it's no wonder that the Kenyukan Goju Ryu Karate Academy is a well known and trusted neighbourhood establishment. Sensai Alexander de Araya took the time to tell us all about this wonderful organisation. Tell us a bit about

The Sydney Sunday Morning Toastmaster Club believes that no matter your age, race or background, you have a story to tell and a journey to undertake. Club organiser Jeeva Chapman took the time to tell us what you can expect from this great organisation that encourages anyone to become a great public

Helping kids to make positive choices one verse at a time, Rap 4 Change aims to bring awareness to everyday  social issues that many kids deal with on a daily basis and how to be the best a person can be through rap music, good times and a great attitude. Group manager, Ned Narouz told us all...

Striving to create a safe and happy environment for everyone in the community, the Greenacre Area Community Centre is a vital organisation to ensure nobody feels left out. We spoke with Maria about just what makes her organisation so amazing.

It can be hard to stay motivated to get out and get walking if you're always doing it by yourself. That's where Heart Foundation Walking comes to the rescue! Supplying group walking programs for local residents, Heart Foundation Walking aims to get you up off the couch and out into the community.

Involved in improving and fulfilling the lives of senior citizens since 1989 U3A is a staple organisation in the Southern Peninsula region. Annie Vertue filled us in with some more information about this organisation and how they helping to keep people over 50 engaged, active and social.

Sarah Adams is the proud co-ordinator of the Compeer program in Newcastle and rightly so! Compeer aims to connect people who are living with a mental illness with other residents in the hopes of making valuable, life-long friendships. We asked Sarah to tell us more about this wonderful organisation.

Having been teaching music to kids in Australia since 1974, including a three year old Guy Sebastian, Connie Johnson believes that music is a way for families to connect with one another in a happy and fun way.

Running for the last 45 years (and counting!), the Balga Soccer and Social Club is a well known and beloved organisation in the community. With over 300 people from all walks of life, registering with the club in the last year

Meeting on the second Monday of each month, the Probus Club of Karrinyup and North Beach is all about creating a fun and friendly environment for both men and women who are over 55. Members can expect to go on outings, enjoy lunches and dinners, as well as the chance to make new friends along the

Proudly Australia’s first, largest and longest running community centre, Addison Road Community Centre has been a hub for culture, arts and the environment within Sydney’s Inner West for almost 40 years.

Started by a group of people with the dream to bring nature back to some of the most urbanised areas in the country, the Inner West Environment Group (IWEG) is a small but passionate organisation.

Operating since 1985 the Seville Community House (SCH) in Victoria is 'opening hearts, minds and doors'. Providing a safe place for the community, SCH hosts playgroups, courses and health and wellbeing programs just to name few. Everyone is welcome at this all inclusive community centre.