Thursday, 20 November 2025

 Colin BROOKS (Bundoora – Minister for Industry and Advanced Manufacturing, Minister for Creative Industries) (09:44): I would like to take the opportunity to recognise the remarkable work of Greenhills Neighbourhood House in Greensborough, which serves both my electorate and that of my good friend and neighbouring MP the member for Eltham. Under the dedicated leadership of coordinator Janelle Dunstan, Greenhills has been a pillar of community connection since its founding back in 1984, providing vital services, programs and supports to residents. In 2025 this commitment expanded, with the opening of Wellington St Neighbourhood House, which was supported by terrific volunteers Rose and Cecily, who have been instrumental in establishing this house.

Janelle has been involved with Greenhills for six years and leads a wonderful team of staff, Steph, Chika, Janet and Mez, as well as an extraordinary group of over 30 volunteers, who are truly the heart of both centres. The Greenhills volunteers play an essential role in accepting food deliveries, sorting and serving the community each week through the community pantry food relief service.

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Long-time volunteers such as Gaye, Bronwyn, Larysa, Nellie, Ellie, Veronica, Graham and Chris have generously been giving their time since 2020. A special mention must also go to Nellie Lim, who volunteers two days a week and still finds time to cook for the community lunches.

These are the people who make our community stronger. I thank Janelle, the staff and every volunteer for the incredible work they do for our local community.