Council news – 4 November 2025

Published on 04 November 2025

Spread festive cheer at Community Christmas Lunch

Want to make a positive difference in someone’s life at Christmas? Volunteer at Community Christmas Lunch.

Emily Andriske volunteered in 2024: “Every year my kids and I look forward to volunteering to set up and decorate the hall for the Christmas lunch.

“There is a lovely festive community vibe and I feel we get just as much out of it as we put in.

“It’s a heartwarming way to give back at Christmas time and a beautiful reminder, especially for my children, of the true spirit of Christmas – kindness, generosity and community.”

Volunteers are needed for meal preparation, decorations, gift wrapping, transportation, serving food, cleaning up and more.

To find out more, contact Castlemaine Community House on 5472 4842 or reception@cch.org.au.