City of Voices

Kaleidoscope has been created and written by the City of Voices ensemble throughout 2025 through a series of devising workshops, exploring the theme of rule-breaking and the power of saying no.  The performance has been designed to be accessible to all members of the community, and has a range of accessibility features including audio-described and low-sensory performances, including a break-out room. 

Dates and times:

• Thursday 27th November 7.30pm 
• Friday 28th November 2pm
• Friday 28th November 7.30pm
• Saturday 29th November 2pm 

Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/kaleidoscope-city-of-voices

We have a community code available for discounted tickets for fellow theatre companies and community groups. Use the code COVFRIEND to access $10 tickets. 

The performance has been made possible through the generous support of: City of Port Phillip, South Melbourne Community Chest, Palais Theatre Community Fund, Southport Community Centre .

Image description:  12 colourfully dressed people stand, sit and kneel around a low brick wall. Each have larger than life expressions on their faces. In the background are trees and buildings

Room Available

Room available in Castlemaine for 6 weeks over summer or 6 months in Winter! 

Ex-Newlander with a room to rent!

Thinking of a tree change to Castlemaine but wanna suss it out beforehand? Here's the perfect opportunity!!!

Gorgeous old ex-housing commish house in Castlemaine, 5mins drive from centre of town, 10mins walk to Campbells Creek walking/riding bush tracks, close to train station.

Fully furnished house.  

1 x bedroom with queen bed, your own bathroom/lounge space & back deck. Share the kitchen only with tenant living in backyard bungalow (easy going creative/gardener). Evaporative cooling/central heating/driveway parking. No pets. Prefer 1 X female, $250 per week or would consider couple $350 per week. Plus bills (gas hot water/heating/cooling/electric/water). 

Available for 6 weeks over Summer, dates: 26/12/25-6/2/26 (min. 4 weeks commitment required).

OR

6 months from Mid April 2026-mid September 2026. 

PLEASE contact Jody via text to arrange a time to chat: 0422 166 132.

NECCHi

Art Exhibition & Fundraiser – Newlands Neighbourhood House Join us for an evening of art, food, and community in support of Gaza. 🖼️ Artwork Exhibition & Silent Auction Artwork will be displayed at Newlands Neighbourhood House, with a silent auction running from today through to Thursday 21 November, 9am–4pm (Mon–Fri). 🌟 Main Event: Friday 21 November from 4pm Enjoy an inspiring night of local art, delicious food, and meaningful connection. Event Schedule: 4:00pm – View the artwork and place your bids 5:00–7:00pm – Food available to purchase from Aheda’s Kitchen, featuring traditional Palestinian flavours 6:45pm – Silent auction bids close 7:00pm – Acknowledgment of Country, followed by the live auction of selected pieces and announcement of silent auction winners Come along, bring your friends, and help raise funds for Gaza through art and community spirit. 👉 RSVP via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/art-auctuon-fundraiser-for-gaza

MOMA’s Not-a-Cupboard Project — Evolving into Something New!   You may have seen MOMA’s Not-a-Cupboard installation in the hallway gallery at Newlands NECCHI. Over the past year, community members have contributed to this evolving artwork during its Studio Phase, creating dozens of small, imaginative pieces. Now, that humble piece of furniture is about to be transformed into a sculptural form — a miniature gallery within the Museum of Moving Arts!   🧺 Friday Morning All Ages Play Groups — Help Finish the Artworks! Join us for a few creative and social mornings at Newlands Neighbourhood House to help bring this collaborative artwork to life. 🗓 Fridays, Nov 21 & 28 and Dec 5 ⏰ 9:00 – 11:30am ☕️ Morning tea provided All ages and abilities are welcome — come for a chat, a cuppa, and some hands-on art-making as we prepare for the Bags, Books & Boxes exhibition. 👉 Just pop in or book online: necchi.org/program-and-events   🎶 A Little Big Gig — Launch of the Sculptural Not-a-Cupboard We’re celebrating the grand unveiling of the finished Sculptural Not-a-Cupboard with a lively community event — Little Big Gig! 🗓 Sunday 7 December, afternoon 🎷 Live jazz | 🎸 Electro-acoustic jam | 🎤 Open mic | ✍️ Spoken word | 💃 Dancing | 🎲 Creative role-playing games Come along for a joyous afternoon of local creativity, culture, and connection. Keep an eye on our socials and the NECCHI Events page for full details. Interested in performing or volunteering? 📞 Contact Claire (0437 216 168) or Rose (0468 948 109).

NECCHi End of Year Event - Friday 12th December, 4-6pm.  Come and join us as we celebrate the year that’s been with good food, great company and relaxed vibes in the gardens at Newlands. It’s a chance to unwind, connect, and enjoy everything our wonderful community has achieved this year.

ILLUSTRATIONS BY CLAIRE MOSLEY Newlands Neighbourhood House 20 Murray Rd Coburg North VIC 3058 Ph 03 8528 2332 enquiries@necchi.org www.necchi.org East Coburg Neighbourhood House 32 Nicholson St Coburg VIC 3058 Ph 03 9913 5472

Murnong Gathering - New Date!

Friends of Edgars Creek

Hi All,

Please join us this Sunday for some maintenance activities at the Ronald Street area in North Coburg. 

I actually have a few plants that we can get into the ground as well - they were a bit juvenile when we last planted and they have matured nicely under care in my yard. With the significant volume of rain we have had in the last couple of weeks we will be able to plant these at the site of our last planting near the concrete channel.

Sunday is forecast to be 21 degrees and some showers in the PM.

Please remember to dress accordingly, sun protection is a must at this time of the year and also remember other personal protective equipment, food and water.

See you on the creek!

Regards,

David.

The site: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Dfd8og56YUUF3MzC6 

Postponed

Murnong Gathering