A great initiative that is community based and growing support and local participation. This is an excellent proposal and one that will offer new an proud infrastructure for a significantly under-resourced community
50% LGA rule applied
Norlane Neighbourhood Hub: Regeneration Project
Redeveloping a community-owned and run neighbourhood space for Norlane
Project details
Suggested by: Simon
Project partner: Norlane Community Initiatives
Region
Barwon
Budget
Votes
175 votes received
To ensure a range of small and large communities had the opportunity to be part of Pick My Project, no more than 50 per cent of a regional partnership areas funding was awarded to one local government area (LGA). As a result this project was unsuccessful.
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The Spruhan Ave Community Hub is in need of a major upgrade to be able to continue to meet neighbourhood needs and provide an ongoing place of welcome and hospitality in Norlane. Once completed the hub will offer an urban farm, commercial kitchen, large dining hall, multipurpose spaces, kids play area, office space, outdoor eating, large workshed, fruit trees, flower/native gardens and a five-bedroom residence. Through the community hub, local leaders help run a wide range of initiatives for Norlane residents of all ages including community meals, food cooperatives, health programs, leadership training, social enterprises, social events and more.
The community hub addresses the needs of the neighbourhood by supporting residents to form, organise, contribute and belong to a place where they can empower one another to work together to meet local needs and build community resilience. Specifically this project will address (1) food security in the neighbourhood through community meals, urban farming and food cooperatives. (2) Cultivation of community initiatives through training programs that enable community members to design and deliver their own locally inspired initiatives through the hub. (3) Education and employment pathways through increased participation rates, opportunities to volunteer or lead and engage in social enterprises.
Project details
Suggested by: Simon
Project partner: Norlane Community Initiatives
Region
Barwon
Budget
Votes
175 votes received
To ensure a range of small and large communities had the opportunity to be part of Pick My Project, no more than 50 per cent of a regional partnership areas funding was awarded to one local government area (LGA). As a result this project was unsuccessful.
Spread the word
Before participating in Pick My Project please log in or register to YourSAy.
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Anything that can regenerate community spirit in Norlane is so needed. A quick look at Forster St Norlane and the state of Labuan Square and you will realise why funding this project is critical. The young guys in Forster St Norlane developing the vegie patch need to be supported too. Some fine community spirit exists. It just needs encouragement.
Thanks so much for your support Bobbyg. We really appreciate it! The young guys in Forster St are doing an amazing job too with their urban farm and we are assisting them setup their project (https://www.norlaneci.org.au/initiatives/the-farm-next-door/). Its very exciting to see the community spirit spreading through the neighbourhood.
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Peter J
17 Aug 2018
Norlane Community Initiatives are doing great things in the area, and making a difference in people's lives. Please support this initiative.