Providing our community with opportunities to gain knowledge, share skills, and increase confidence, adaptability and self-sufficiency since 1985.
About Rainbow Learning Group and Neighbourhood House
The Rainbow Learning Group & Neighbourhood House Inc was formed in 1985 and is an incorporated not for profit, community-based organisation located at Rainbow in the Southern Mallee. Rainbow Learning Group & Neighbourhood House provides a diverse range of services, programs and learning opportunities to our community.
Vision
By offering education, social and employment pathways, we provide our community with a diverse range of opportunities to gain knowledge, share skills and increase confidence, adaptability and self-sufficiency.
Mission
Our mission is to help build the health, education, well-being and resilience of the people and families in our community and to help develop our community as a thriving and supportive place to live.
Recreational Programs at Rainbow Learning Group & Neighbourhood House
Rainbow Learning Group & Neighbourhood House offers a vibrant array of recreational programs designed to foster creativity, social connections, and overall well-being. We strive to provide a welcoming environment where individuals can learn, socialise, and improve their well-being through diverse and enriching programs.
For Health & Wellbeing, the house offers exercise classes, yoga sessions, and wellness workshops. These programs aim to promote physical fitness, mental health, and a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're looking to stay active, de-stress, or learn new health practices, there's something for everyone.
Art & Crafts Programs
Our Arts & Crafts programs includes a variety of workshops where participants can explore different artistic mediums, from painting and pottery to knitting and scrapbooking. These sessions not only provide a creative outlet but also help build a sense of community among attendees.
Art and Craft Group
Our Art and Crafts group runs every 1st & 3rd Wednesday. Everyone is welcome! All skill levels! BYO materials. Come along and grab a cuppa and do some art!
- Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday
- 4pm – $5 per person per session
- BYO materials
Patchwork and Projects
The Patchwork and Projects group meets fortnightly on Saturday to come together and work on your patchwork or any other projects that you are working on in the company of others. Call us for more information.
- Fortnightly on a Saturday, 10am to 4pm
- $5 per person per session
Scrapbooking and Craft Group
The Scrapbooking and Craft group meets on the 4th Monday of the month. Bring along your own scrapbooking projects or some paper crafts. Together we do some amazing cardmaking. It is a great opportunity to socialise, have a cuppa and do some crafts with like-minded people.
- Every 4th Monday, 10am to 4pm
- $5 per person per session
*Prices include GST
See our facebook page for more Art & Crafts events.
For more info contact us on (03) 5395 1884 or info@rlgnh.org
Social Groups
Our Social program is packed with engaging activities such as themed parties, game nights, and cultural celebrations. These events are perfect for meeting new people, sharing experiences, and enjoying fun-filled gatherings.
Sustainability Group
Every Wednesday morning our sustainability group comes together to work on our recycling program and sort out donated goods ready for shipping. We are able to recycle a whole host of goods. Check out our Facebook page or call us for more information on what you can recycle.
- Every Wednesday, 10am to 12pm
- Free activity!
Book Club
Our Book Club meets on the 3rd Thursday every month 7pm - 9pm. Come together and have a cuppa and have a social group to read and discuss the book the group is reading.
- Every 3rd Thursday, 7pm to 9pm
- $30 yearly for membership & for the book rental, and
- $3 per person per session
Friends of the Courthouse
Come along on the 4th Monday every month at 9:30am to come and chat while you do some gardening and tidying around the Neighbourhood House. Our gardens are amazing! The Friends of the courthouse help keep our gardens looking beautiful!
- Every 4th Monday, 9:30am to 11am
- Free activity!
*Prices include GST
See our facebook page for more Social events.
For more info contact us on (03) 5395 1884 or info@rlgnh.org
Enquire (03) 5395 1884
Health & Wellbeing programs
Our Health & Wellbeing programs aim to promote physical fitness, mental health, and a balanced lifestyle. Whether you're looking to stay active, de-stress, or learn new health practices, there's something for everyone.
We have a number of groups that will make you FEEL GOOD!!! (or at least try to).
Walking Group
COMING SOON This new group gives you the chance to get out, move a little, talk to someone you know or someone new! Everyone, welcome and you can bring your pets :) Will be meeting at the Rainbow Lake.
- Date and time to be announced!
See our facebook page for more Health & Wellbeing events.
For more info contact us on (03) 5395 1884 or info@rlgnh.org
Our Services
Printing & Office Services
We’ve upgraded to an amazing new printer!
This upgrade allows us to offer even better printing services for our community. Whether you need documents, flyers, or other materials printed, we’re here to help bring your ideas to life.
We also offer laminating and binding. And we can scan and email documents for you as well.
Discounts are available for larger print volumes and for Not-for-profits/Charitable organisations. Please contact us on (03) 5395 1884 or info@rlgnh.org for more information.
Printing & Photocopying
Black & White
- A4 Single Sided - 15 cents per page
- A4 Double Sided - 30 cents per page
- A3 Single Sided - 40 cents per page
- A3 Double Sided - 50 cents per page
Colour
- A4 Single Sided - 40 cents per page
- A4 Double Sided - 50 cents per page
- A3 Single Sided - 60 cents per page
- A3 Double Sided - 70 cents per page
Laminating
- 50 cents per sheet for A4
- 80 cents per sheet for A3
Binding
- $5 per A4 book
Poster Design
- $5 per poster
*Prices include GST.
Room Hire
Have you got a function or group meeting and no venue? We have a large meeting room, small meeting room and a kitchen available for hire. All hire includes free internet access and use of TV screen for presentations.
Meeting Rooms
The "Office Room" has a capacity of 4 to 8 people.
- $10 per hour, up to 4 hours
- $65 for Full Day (over 4 hours)
- Includes use of the kitchen if required, free internet access and use of TV screen.
The "Court Room" has a capacity 10 to 15 people.
- $15 per hour, up to 4 hours
- $65 for Full Day (over 4 hours)
- Includes use of the kitchen if required, free internet access and use of TV screen.
Internet Access
Free WIFI is available in the House.
*Prices include GST.
For more information or to check availability contact us on (03) 5395 1884 or info@rlgnh.org
Other Services
Computer Hire
Are you needing to do something online or need a computer for studies? We have computers free for you to use. Call us for more information.
Crim Checks
If you require an Employee or Volunteer National Police check then you can get this done by our team at Rainbow Learning Group & Neighbourhood House. Call us for more information.
Rainbow Craft Shop
The Rainbow Craft Shop sells crafts and baked goods sourced from local creative people. The shop is run by our amazing Craft shop manager and as well as some awesome volunteers! If you haven’t tried the baked goods - you need to! - they are delicious!
LOCATION
Located at 16 Federal Street, Rainbow, 3424.
OPENING HOURS
- Tuesday 10am - 12pm & 2pm -5pm
- Wednesday 10am - 12pm & 2pm -5pm
- Thursday 10am - 12pm & 2pm -5pm
- Fridays 10am - 12pm & 2pm -5pm
- Saturday 10am - 12pm
*Closed Mondays and Sundays.
Providing our community with opportunities to gain knowledge, share skills, and increase confidence, adaptability and self-sufficiency since 1985.
9 Eddy Street, Rainbow, VIC, Australia, Victoria