CHARLTON NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE

The Charlton Neighbourhood House, with support from Mallee Creatives and FRRR were pleased to recently deliver to Charlton a terrific live show at the Cricket Club Hotel.  Well-known regional performer Alyce Fisher presented ‘Tinderella, and the eight unique uses of Tinder’, which told of her real-life Tinder experiences. A large crowd filled the venue with participation from some audience members part of the fun.
Alyce herself is a freelance performing artist, founding Theatre on Toast in Albury, who connects with audiences through storytelling and performance art. All in attendance agreed it was a fantastic evening of entertainment.

The Charlton Neighbourhood House is pleased to continue its support to our town's carers. The group meet regularly for a lovely subsidised lunch and an informative guest speaker. Most importantly, it is a chance to be with other people who are, or have experienced caring for loved ones. If you are the carer for someone in Charlton or the surrounding area, call the Neighbourhood House for more information. You wil be made most welcome.

In partnership with Bendigo Health, the Charlton Neighbourhood House was proud to present an informative morning where residents could get a variety of tips and hints on how to save on power bills. A pleasant morning tea followed with further discussion around saving on bills taking place.
Thanks also to Buloke Shire for their assistance with venue hire. 

 The Charlton Neighbourhood House is excited to be partnering with Mallee Creatives and FRRR to present, Tinderella & the eight unique uses of Tinder.  This comedy cabaret, created and performed by Alyce Fisher, is  based on real life tales of her very own Tinder escapades, Tinderella explores contemporary app dating culture and aims to empower everyone to take control of their own app dating experience. Strongly influenced by Disney characters, this show features a bespoke mockumentary film, audience interaction/participation, a magic wand and some very saucy costumes! There’s a trusty Fairy Godmother to guide the audience through the twisting tales of our girl Tinderella, who is here to help us all to figure out how to take control of our own dating destiny. Tinderella is a rollicking good time, super funny and has a whole lot of heart.   
Suited for mature audiences, Tinderella is for comedy and cabaret lovers, anyone who has experienced the highs and the lows of the dating apps and those who are curious as to how it all works. Scan the QR Code below to secure your tickets for this great night out.

Popular local Ian Scott hosted our most recent 'Table for 12' event at Mallee Creations to a full house. With lots of interest from participants in secrets to serving that perfect steak, attendees were attentive to Ian's cooking routines.  Everyone agreed the setting was ideal and the event was a terrific success. Thanks go out to GrainCorp and FRRR for their support of this event

Following the popularity of our recent sessions learning the basics of Mahjong, the Charlton Neighbourhood House is seeking expressions of interest from locals keen on learning and/or playing this ancient game. If enough interest is there we anticiapte meeting on a Friday at a convenient time for players.  Contact the Neighbourhood House on 0473 759 456 to register. 

A small enthusiastic initial group of players came along to Mallee Creatives in Charlton to learn the basics of the ancient game of Mahjong. with instructions on identifying the various tiles used and some simple strategies to win, a highly contested game followed. Would you like to take part? Contact the Charlton Neighbourhood House for for information.

​The very popular Gentle Water Exercise sessions held by the Charlton Neighbourhood House returned for 2026 with a large group of eager participants.
Gentle water exercises improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen muscles, and enhance flexibility without stressing joints. The buoyancy reduces impact, making it ideal for seniors, rehabilitation, or injury recovery. Water resistance promotes balance and endurance, while the soothing environment lowers stress, aids circulation, and supports overall physical and mental well-being, fostering safe, effective movement.
Instructor Rachael Smyth ensures that everyone feels involved and manages at a level that is comfortable for each individual. A special thanks goes out to Buloke Shire for its continued support of this important activity and the ever-vigilant lifeguards always at the ready.”

​The Charlton Neighbourhood House was pleased to receive support from the Charlton Campdraft Club to assist with the delivery of swimming lessons for children of various ages.  Nobody underestimates the importance of children learning to be confident in and around water, and these vital lessons go a long way in delivering this message.
Children’s swim lessons build water safety skills, boost confidence, improve coordination, and encourage fitness. They also teach lifesaving techniques, reducing drowning risks while fostering a lifelong love and respect for the water.
Thanks also go to Buloke Shire for their continued support of pool-based activities across the district

​The Charlton Community is excited with having access to facilities at Charlton College to get involved with one of the hottest sports going around: Pickleball. For the uninitiated, Pickleball is a racket or paddle sport in which two or four players use a smooth-faced paddle to hit a perforated, hollow plastic ball over a 34-inch-high (0.86 m) net (until one side cannot return the ball or commits a rule infraction). Pickleball is played indoors and outdoors.
With terrific support from the Department of Sport and Recreation, Buloke Shire and Mallee Sports Assembly, residents meet weekly on a Wednesday morning at 8;45am for a session that usually lasts for around an hour. Playing Pickleball offers numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, enhanced muscle strength, better balance, and increased social interaction.
Interested in finding our more? Contact the Charlton Neighbourhood House today for information, and to join in this fun activity.