General News
21 February, 2026
IN BRIEF: calls for Neighbourhood house support and OK Motels
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More certainty for Neighbourhood houses
MILDURA MP Jane Benham is calling on the State Government to guarantee the ongoing funding of Neighbourhood Houses across regional Victoria.
Ms Benham asked Minister for Carers and Volunteers, Ros Spence, about the future of these vital community hubs, calling on the Minister to guarantee that Neighbourhood Houses will remain open and properly funded to meet the needs of their local communities.
“Neighbourhood Houses are the backbone of communities across Victoria. Each week, more than 185,000 Victorians across the state access these services in their local area,” she said.
“They provide adult education, food relief, social connection and practical support for people doing it tough.
“Without immediate, ongoing funding, these services will be forced to close.”
OK Motels on in Charlton
CHARLTON will be full of music and fun later on this week as OK Motels returns.
Venues across town will be full on Friday and Saturday when musical acts, a big pool party and even “Just Married” parade happen across Charlton.
Visit the event’s social media page for more details and what’s happening where.
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