A Governance History of the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House Incorporated
Our organistion is governed by a volunteer Committee of Management. Our Governing Document is our Rules of Association, found on the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) website.
Incorporated Association with Consumer Affairs Victoria
On 17 June 2019, the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House was incorporated under the Associations incorporation Reform Act 2012, Section 8. Registration Number: A0106788N.
Registered Charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission
On 16 July 2021, the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House was registered as a Charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Updates to our Rules of Association
The Ballarat East Neighbourhood House Rules of Association were updated and passed by the Committee of Management on:
- 12 May 2021 - Update to Part 1 (2) Purpose and Part 7 (75) - Winding Up and Cancellation
- 20 December 2022 - Update to Part 1 (4) - Definitions, Part 3 (8) & (10) - Membership and Part 7 (75) - Winding Up and Cancellation
A copy of the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House Rules of Association can be found on the ACNC website.
Australian Business Number
2025 Responsible People
The Committee of Management of the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House are:
2024 Annual Information Statement to the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (due 30 June 2025)
2024 Summary of Activities
In 2024, the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House worked with our local community to meet our purpose of advancing mental health and preventing social isolation by providing a physical location where we support individuals to undertake activities, or work on projects, in the company of others.
We provided opportunities for social connection through a range of regular, low-cost activities and groups, various volunteering roles, adult education, training opportunities, community group support and more.
During 2024, we ran a range of activities supporting social connection, including:
Community Connection: Chatty Wednesdays, Newsletter Delivery, Let's Talk Rubbish Social Group, Climate Cafe, Book Group, Crafternoon, Community Auslan Practice Group and Community Auslan "Voice Off" Practice Group, Waterwatch Victoria engagement and Playgroup with the Ballarat Toy Library.
Art and Craft: Watercolour, Drawing Group, Sewing, Winter Woollies
Movement: Gentle Yoga, Alexander Technique, Hypnotherapy-Meditation and Walking Group
Adult Education: Community Auslan, Digital Literacy Skills, Writing Skills and Road Safety.
Our team also supported members of the local community during 2024, though free programs such as supporting local Community Groups with skills to improve how they run their organisations (in partnership with the City of Ballarat).
2024 Financial Overview
Due 30 June 2025
2023 Annual Information Statement to the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission
2023 Summary of Activities
In 2023, the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House worked with our local community to meet our purpose of advancing mental health and preventing social isolation by providing a physical location where we support individuals to undertake activities, or work on projects, in the company of others.
We provided opportunities for social connection through a range of regular, low-cost activities and groups, various volunteering roles, adult education, training opportunities and more.
During 2023, we ran a range of activities supporting social connection, including:
Community Connection: Chatty Wednesdays, Newsletter Delivery and Playgroup with the Ballarat Toy Library
Art and Craft: Watercolour, Drawing Group and Winter Woollies
Movement: Gentle Yoga, Tai Chi, Alexander Technique, Hypnotherapy-Meditation and Walking Group
Adult Education: Waste-Free Lifestyle, Auslan, Digital Literacy Skills, Writing Skills and Road Safety.
Our team also supported members of the local community during 2023, though free programs such as help with applying for the Power Saving Bonus and free car-seat fitting with the Safe Seats Safe Kids program.
2023 Financial Overview
2022 Annual Information Statement to the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission
2022 Summary of Activities
In 2022, the Ballarat East Neighbourhood House worked with our local community to meet our purpose of advancing mental health and preventing social isolation by providing a physical location where we support individuals to undertake activities, or work on projects, in the company of others.
We provided opportunities for social connection through a range of regular, low-cost activities and groups, various volunteering roles, adult education, training opportunities and more.
During 2022, we ran a range of activities supporting social connection, including:
Community Connection: Chatty Wednesdays, Ballarat Buddies, Newsletter Delivery and Playgroup with the Ballarat Toy Library
Art and Craft: Watercolour, Mindfulness in Nature with Art, Drawing Group, Art for Relaxation, Winter Woollies and Creative Kids' Club
Movement: Gentle Yoga, Tai Chi, Alexander Technique, Hypnotherapy-Meditation and Walking Group
Adult Education: Auslan, Digital Literacy Skills, Reading and Writing, Road Safety and Adaptable Cooking
Our team also supported members of the local community during 2022, though free programs such as help with applying for the Power Saving Bonus and free car-seat fitting with the Safe Seats Safe Kids program.
2022 Financial Overview
2022 Treasurer's Report and Financial Report
