Every week in Australia, more than 400,000 people visit their local neighbourhood houses.
This Neighbourhood House Week (11–17 May), you're invited to discover what makes these local community spaces so special.
To help you explore your local community spaces, the 10 neighbourhood houses in Monash are running a Neighbourhood House Scavenger Hunt from 11 to 17 May.
How to take part in the Neighbourhood House Scavenger Hunt?
- Pick up a scavenger hunt card from your local neighbourhood house or a Monash Public Library branch. Or download the PDF file.
- Visit as many neighbourhood houses in Monash as you like.
- Explore the space to find the answers to the scavenger hunt questions
- Head inside and show a team member to collect your small prize.
Start anywhere, follow your curiosity, and discover what makes each place special!
When is the scavenger hunt happening?
From Monday 11 to Friday 17 May 2026
Please check each neighbourhood house's opening hours on its website.
How do I collect the prizes?
Once you've explored the house and found the 2 answers on your scavenger hunt card, head inside and show a team member.
Each house will have its own small prizes, including magnets, stickers, badges, community lunch, op shop voucher, a free computer or English tutoring session, and a free "Try a Class" voucher!
If you visit all 10 neighbourhood houses, you can claim them all.
What are the 10 neighbourhood houses in Monash?
Each of these neighbourhood houses are run by the community for the community. They are not managed by Council. Please contact each house directly for any enquiries.
Ashwood
Runs affordable programs and activities aimed at enriching community life for people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Chadstone
A community‑focused neighbourhood centre – with an op shop – offering learning, recreational, social and support programs for all ages.
Clayton
Dixon House Neighbourhood Centre
A welcoming community hub bringing people of different ages, cultures and backgrounds together to learn and connect.
Glen Waverley
Kerrie Road Neighbourhood House
Offers a wide range of courses and activities supporting learning, wellbeing and community connection.
Mount Street Neighbourhood House
A community learning centre specialising in art, craft and health and wellbeing programs.
A neighbourhood house supporting adults with mild to moderate disabilities to actively participate in community life.
Mount Waverley
Waverley Community Learning Centre
Provides learning and social opportunities to support community connection and lifelong learning.
Mulgrave
Mackie Road Neighbourhood House
Provides diverse educational, health, recreational and community programs designed to build skills and confidence.
Notting Hill
Notting Hill Neighbourhood House
Offers a broad range of community activities, including programs during school and public holidays.
Oakleigh
Fusion Oakleigh Youth and Community Centre
A vibrant community centre providing activities, classes and support services for people of all ages.
