Words, rhymes get you moving

PYRAMID Hill Neighbourhood House connects community through its weekly programs for people from across the district.

Co-ordinator Kim Bennett says every day brings smiling faces to the neighbourhood house in Kelly Street.

“Whether youngsters with their parents or our senior members of the community, there’s always fun and smiles abounding at our weekly activities.

“It’s wonderful to see everyone coming together or dropping in to just say hello.”

Pyramid Hill Neighbourhood House Business Services also offers printing, simple desktop publishing, and design services and use of computers and wifi.

It is the local access point for government services, including Services Australia for Centrelink and Medicare while Kim said the house has been busy assisting district residents apply for the $250 government Power Saving Bonus.

“Many people who attend our weekly Word Thursdays or check

Regular activities

books at the exchange also pop into to the library. Goldfields Library makes regular weekly visits and books can also be ordered for borrowers,” Kim said.

“This is an amazing service that visitors to the neighbourhood house really appreciate.”

One of the neighbourhood house’s big achievements in 2022 was securing a State Government grant to purchase a community car.

The car, named, Cleo-patra, is now taking residents on regular shopping trips, to the Blood Bank or to an important appointment.

“Thanks to our amazing local volunteers, Cleo is providing an important service for local residents and it’s a door-to-door service!

But because Cleo is so popular, bookings are essential.”

A community organisation expo last year was an initiative supported by the neighbourhood house and raised awareness of the many clubs and groups in town and opportunities for people to volunteer.

“Our small meeting rooms are well z Community Pantry. A free service with a range of items from pantry staples to toiletries. Open 24 hours. z Fridays at 9.30am. Musical program for mums and dads, babies and toddlers. z Moderate Movers. Tuesdays at 9.30am. Seniors Rooms, McKay St. Bring your own exercise mat, towel and drink bottle. This is an active exercise group! z Ar t, Craft and Coffee. First Thursday of the month at 9.30am. Drop in to learn watercolour techniques or bring a project to work on and get some guidance. used by the community and also ideal for small businesses looking for a meeting place in town.

“We offer the meeting room at no charge to our local community groups and not-for-profits.”

Another important service provided by Kim through the neighbourhood house is grant writing services for community groups z Social Coffee Mornings. Tuesday mornings we catch up over a cuppa and some morning tea. z Book Swap. We have a Little Library out the front of Neighbourhood House. Come and choose a book, or donate a book! z Book Club. Our popular last Wednesday of the month club for book lovers!

“We look to support the unbelievable group work of local people and organisations,” she said.

Coming in 2023 z Community Garden and Seed Bank z Community Lunches

Pyramid Hill Christmas Market z December ... yes we will do it again!

“Rural groups are always looking for vital funding opportunities to get important local projects started.

“We can assist you with finding appropriate grants for your projects, mentoring you to write your own grant applications, we can be your auspice organisation. It’s all about helping and strengthening the community.”

And Kim says there’s a great year ahead for Pyramid Hill Community House.

“The neighbourhood house website will have a revamp, we’ve some exciting announcements coming on a community garden and seed bank and there will be activities and events with guest speakers,” she said. “A welcome pack for new community members is being prepared and there will be weaving workshops and more to keep bringing smiles to the neighbourhood house.”

“Our little neighbourhood house is the heart of the town!” said Kim.