Welcome to the Community House Network Southern Region
Neighbourhood House Local Government Clusters
Southern Regional Network comprises 10 Local Government Areas. These form 8 Cluster groups that meet regularly to work together, share program and project ideas and support their combined communities. Most LGA’s provide support and funding to Neighbourhood Houses & Learning Centres. They have staff that are responsible for liaising with and providing communication to each area. In the Southern Region there are 10 Local Government Areas and they follow different models of funding and buildings provision.
Bayside
Four Neighbourhood Houses & Learning Centres are situated in the Bayside cluster including Cheltenham, Hampton, Highett and Sandringham.
Cardinia
Eight Houses and Learning Centres are located in the South Eastern growth corridor from Lang Lang and Bunyip through to include Pakenham, Beaconsfield, Emerald and Upper Beaconsfield in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges.
Casey
Fourteen Neighbourhood Houses & Learning Centres situated in the suburbs of Casey including Cranbourne, Berwick, Blind Bight, Doveton, Endeavour Hills, Hallam, Hampton Park, Lynbrook, Narre Warren, Clyde North.
Frankston
There are seven Neighbourhood Houses in the Frankston City Council area in the suburbs of Seaford, Carrum Downs, Frankston, Frankston North and Langwarrin.
Gateway to the South
Eight Neighbourhood Houses & Learning Centres situated in Melbourne's Inner suburbs including Port Melbourne, Elwood-St Kilda, Prahran, East Malvern, Bentleigh and East Bentleigh.
This Cluster covers Stonnington, Port Melbourne & Glen Eira City Councils
Greater Dandenong
The Greater Dandenong Cluster group includes seven Houses and Learning Centres from the south east of Melbourne. They are situated in the suburbs of Dandenong, Keysborough, Noble Park and Springvale.
Kingston
Ten Neighbourhood Houses & Learning Centres are situated south of Melbourne from the coast including Chelsea, Chelsea Heights and Mordialloc through to Dingley, Cheltenham, Clarinda and Westall.
Mornington Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula Cluster includes thirteen Houses and Learning Centres situated in the southern region. Suburbs represented include Mount Eliza, Mount Martha, Mornington, Hastings, Somerville, Rye, Dromana and Sorrento
Explore Our Resources
Access a wealth of resources designed to support Neighbourhood Houses and Learning Centres. From governance guidance to the latest planning data, find the tools you need to succeed.
Governance Resources and Policies
Access critical governance resources and policies designed to support committees and boards in maintaining transparency, accountability and strategic direction for Neighbourhood Houses.
HR / IR
Explore our Human Resources and Industrial Relations resources, offering guidance on managing staff, understanding employment laws, and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Compliance
Ensure your Neighbourhood House meets all legal and regulatory requirements with our comprehensive compliance resources, covering everything from health and safety to data protection.
Managing Risk
Access essential tools and strategies for implementing safety screening processes and effective risk management to protect your community and secure your Neighbourhood House operations.
Community Development
Support and enhance your community's growth with resources focused on community development, offering insights and best practices for creating impactful local initiatives.
Planning
Equip your Neighbourhood House with comprehensive planning resources, including strategic guidance and the latest data insights, to ensure sustainable growth and informed decision-making.
Childcare
Enhance your childcare services with general resources and specialised management tools designed to ensure high-quality care and streamlined operations within your Neighbourhood House.