This not-for-profit association supports defence & veteran partners and families in our region. 

The group is independent from Defence. 

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The volunteers on the committee of management (AKA Board) ensure the group stays on task and stays in line with our Mission, Purpose and Strategic Plan which are below.

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The association was incorporated in 1988, however the group was running well before then supporting Defence Families within the Albury Wodonga Region. 

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Our Mission

Bandiana Neighbourhood House strives to relieve the feeling of isolation in the community by providing support, information, networking contacts and social inclusion.

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Our Purpose

The objectives of the Association shall be to help create a caring community and provide a focal point for services and aids to the community.
These objective cover:

• Being available for people needing help with direct aid or referring to the appropriate resources, either a voluntary organisation or government department, generally offering help and guidance as necessary.

• Providing access to sources information pertaining to military and civilian community and welfare services and amenities, making basic information on these readily available.

• Remaining in close co-opeartion with the aforementioned and making the best of constant use of these liaisons.

• Being involved in the promotion of community education programs and promoting knowledge of services, needs and resources and civil rights.

• Provide opportunities for children to develop socially.

• To raise, obtain and receive funds or other aid for the purpose of achieving the objectives of the organisation by means of subscriptions, donations, bequests, entertainments or other functions.

• To apply the funds (capital and income) of the organisation towards the achievement of the objectives of the organisation according to the Statement of Purpose. 

• To use any such monies as Government or Council grants for the greatest benefit of the community subject only to any restrictions by the grantors.

• To hold all monies, securities and any property belonging to the organisation and invest to the best advantage any monies and hold such investments.

• To affiliate with other such bodies as have similar objects and cooperate in mutual advice and promotion.

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Our Strategic Plan

To achieve our core purpose Bandiana Neighbourhood House has 4 strategic pillars to focus our activities to reach our intended outcomes:

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1. Providing governance and leadership

2. Understanding our community

3. Working in partnerships

4. Delivering innovative services