Latest articles by Tony Milne
Keep our doors open: Why Neighbourhood Houses matter
Walk past Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre on any weekday morning and you’ll see what community looks like …
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From climate voices to community action: James Henderson and the birth of Wattle
When James Henderson joined the Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre’s Climate Voices – Leadership and Advocacy program, he was looking for ways to turn his passion for the environment into tangible action.
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Tackling hunger in Carlton
Food insecurity is a quiet crisis affecting almost half of Carlton’s residents.
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The everyday goodness we overlook
Each day, I meet people who are kind, generous, and hardworking – people who show up for their communities and each other. They share food, offer a helping hand, listen, and care.
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Join CNLC for a special fundraising evening
On February 28, 2025, the Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (CNLC) invites you to join us for a fundraising evening filled with delicious food, live entertainment, and community spirit.
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Stay cool at CNLC this summer!
As the temperatures rise, Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (CNLC) is proud to announce that we’ll be a designated Cool Place this summer, thanks to funding from the City of Melbourne’s Community Cool Places Grant.
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Empowering young voices for climate action in Carlton
In the face of the climate emergency, it is vital that all voices, especially those from under-represented communities, are heard in the fight for climate justice.
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All Aboard! Transforming Tram 776 into an iconic community hub
Residents of Carlton, get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey with us at the Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre!
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Celebrating National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week (May 20 to 26) is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering.
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The pivotal role of Neighbourhood Houses in Carlton and beyond
In an average week, around 200,000 Victorians step through the doors of a Neighbourhood House, seeking connection, learning, and support.
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Composting for a cause
The Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (CNLC) Compost Hub is a great example of environmental stewardship and community spirit in our area.
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Neighbourhood House climate plan launched
On October 10, the Yarra Neighbourhood House Network (YNHN) unveiled its Climate Action and Resilience Plan. City of Yarra Deputy Mayor Edward Crossland spoke, highlighting the plan’s alignment with Yarra Council’s Climate Emergency Plan.
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Carlton’s new frog bog: hopping to improve biodiversity
Introducing our new frog bog!
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Cost of living pressures ignite unprecedented need for food relief
The rising cost of living in Australia has driven an unprecedented need for food relief, signalling a systemic issue that requires urgent attention.
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How CNLC adult education goes beyond traditional learning
As the newly appointed executive officer at Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre (CNLC), my first six months have been both enlightening and inspiring.
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Finding freedom: the theme of Refugee Week 2023
For Jebbeh Manubah, finding freedom – the theme of Refugee Week (Sunday, June 18 to Saturday, June 24) – means much more than just words. It is a poignant and powerful encapsulation of the refugee journey.
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A powerful reminder of why Harmony Day is so important
On Saturday, March 18, while I was celebrating our Carlton Harmony Day event at Carlton Primary School, not far from us a quite different event was taking place …
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