Wednesday, 12 November 2025

 Rachel WESTAWAY (Prahran) (13:28): I also visited Prahran Place yesterday to receive hundreds of ‘Keep our doors open’ cards signed by locals. Neighbourhood Houses Victoria is calling for an $11.7 million funding increase to prevent the closure of 200 neighbourhood houses across our state. Nearly half are in deficit after years of underfunding. Each week 185,000 Victorians rely on these centres for technology classes, creative programs and vital NDIS support.