The Nationals’ Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, recently joined the Violet Town Community House as guest speaker at their Women’s Health High Tea, celebrating community, connection, and wellbeing.
Ms Cleeland spoke about the event in Parliament this week, highlighting its importance and the incredible work of local community houses.
“I recently had the pleasure of being the guest speaker at the Violet Town Community House’s beautiful women’s health high tea, led by the incredible and dynamic Lisa Jensen,” Ms Cleeland said.
“With more than 40 inspiring local women in attendance, it was a day of honesty, connection and lifting each other up.
“A special thanks goes to Lorraine who guided us through some exercises before I shared the nitty gritty of political life with a young family in regional Victoria.”
Ms Cleeland said events like this highlight the vital role neighbourhood and community houses play in regional towns.
“They are the heartbeat of our communities, delivering everything from food relief and exercise classes to occasional care, friendship, learning, and a sense of belonging,” Ms Cleeland said.
“Despite often limited resources, they continue to work tirelessly to support others, and our communities are stronger for it.
“Events like this remind us that when communities come together, share, and support one another, we all benefit.”