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2022/23 ANNUAL REPORT

Lots of great things happened in the last year at ACC. Check out our annual report.

Our Program

aCC NEWS

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Participant survey 2024
Participant survey 2024

Hi all, a reminder that if you come to ACC we’d really appreciate if you could fill out our participant survey this week. Just click here.

Alternatively, you can scan the QR code below. Or you can complete a hard copy in the office … but ONLINE IS BEST.

The survey is about what you do at ACC, why you come along and how attending ACC makes you feel - particularly in relation to community connections.

Op shopping (mini)
Op shopping (mini)
Christmas makers market
Christmas makers market

Our annual Christmas Makers Market is coming up next weekend on Saturday 23rd of November.

It looks like the weather will be nice … and the amazing makers will have so many options on offer. This is a great opportunity to get cracking with your Christmas shopping and spoil family and friends with unique gifts.

  • Jan the Tea Lady will be here - with her home crafted blends to lift spirits and soothe ailments.

  • There are several options to find the perfect piece of jewellery for someone special. Hand crafted Sterling Silver pieces from both Rita and Lee. Jeanie and Ella are also offering jewellery and accessories.

  • There will be

Winter Arts Exhibition

Join us for our Winter Arts Exhibition, opening night is Friday 16 August. The exhibition is open Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. Come along from 5-7pm on Friday and help us celebrate this fun neighbourhood event with a drink and some finger food AND … we’ll also be officially opening our new spaces at ACC. So it’ll be doubly great!

If you are an artist that would to be part of the exhibition you can find out more and register here. All welcome!

ASRC Collection

Alphington Community Centre is a food collection point for the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. Find our more about what you leave and exactly where to leave it here.

venue hire

Our centre is a great place to hold a birthday party for your kids. Find available times and book in here.

markets aT acc

Twice a year we hold markets at ACC that feature beautiful locally made goods. Contact us to find out when the next market will be on.

Gallery at ACC

In August and November each year ACC partners with local artists and the Alphington Open Studios to host weekend art exhibitions.

Contact our office if you are a local artist keen to exhibit.

Climate Action and Resilience PlaNS

ACC has worked with both the Darebin and Yarra Neighbourhood Houses Networks to develop an individual and collective Climate Action and Resilience Plan. Below is a cute animation from the Darebin plan. Find out more here.

What’s On at ACC

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Alphington Neighbourhood Gallery was on our fence for 18 months. Check out the artists and the artwork here.

Alphington Show

The Alphington Show is our big event run every second year in partnership with the Alphington CWA. Find our more here.

Alphington Dog Show

A wonderful annual community celebration for fur babies.. Click here to find out more, see photos, download entry forms etc.

THE CUPBOARD

Did you know we have a podcasting studio? You can find out all about it … including how to book in, costs and videos on how to use the equipment here.

Covid Roulette

Click here to listen to Covid Roulette, documenting neighbourhood stories from the pandemic. A big thanks to everyone who participated in the series.

on instagram

Our #seedlibrary is sporting some calendula and rocket seeds … direct from our gardens! Pop past if you too are feeling gardeny this weekend! #seedlibrary🌱
The map - it could be in your letterbox already if you live in the ‘hood … or you can pick one up at ACC. Look out for #alphingtonopenstudios coming up next weekend. We’re looking forward to hosting artists at our #neighbourhoodhou
Our mini op shop is back inside. Just for a change! With a couple of super cute (and expensive) toys you could buy for Christmas gifts - for the bargain price of $4. Pop past and check it out anytime we are open! #miniopshop #neighbourhoodhouse #sust
Join us at the Christmas Makers Market … coming up on Saturday 23 November. Lots of great local micro-businesses and not-for-profit organisations with gorgeous things you can buy for Christmas gifts. And kids crafty fun. And sausages by @rotar
Come along next Friday morning at 10.30am for morning tea and a tour of our garden. Clare will explain our philosophy, ambitions and realities (like the unpredictable weather) and how we address challenges and make the most of opportunities in our mu
A great day in the #communityshed with AAA Art undertaking some textile themed collage. #collage #aaaart #neighbourhoodhousesvictoria #neighbourhoodhouse
Coming up soon. Save the dates and meet some great local artists! #localart #openstudios @alphington_studios
Crunch today - we did some painting on little pots! #crunch. Join us for a yummy lunch and a creative arts activity Thursdays at 12.30pm for 6 weeks per term. Only $15. #neighbourhoodhouse #neighbourhoodhousesvictoria #communityart #darebin #yarra

happiness

During lockdown we thought carefully about how to take care of ourselves each day. Here is a little animation that we made. The message is still relevant every day.

Craftberry Jam

If you picked up our lorikeet brooch making kit check out this video for step-by-step instructions. Goodluck!