Living & Learning Nillumbik Advisory Committee

Living & Learning Nillumbik (L&LN) is a Council-run network of community-based Neighbourhood Houses that support people across the Shire to connect, learn and belong.

Operating from hubs in Eltham, Diamond Creek and Panton Hill, L&LN delivers inclusive, affordable and locally responsive programs that reflect the strengths, interests and aspirations of each community.

L&LN plays a key role in fostering lifelong learning, social connection, wellbeing and participation, particularly for people seeking welcoming, place-based opportunities to build skills, confidence and relationships.

L&LN operates and aligns with Council’s broader commitment to community wellbeing, equity, access and lifelong learning.

Policy statement

The Advisory Committee supports L&LN’s community-led approach by providing a structured mechanism for community voices to inform, advise and strengthen Neighbourhood House programs, priorities and continuous improvement.

The Committee does not have decision-making authority and operates in an advisory capacity, supporting Council to remain responsive, transparent and accountable to local communities.

Aim

To support L&LN's Neighbourhood House hubs to:

  • remain community-led and responsive to local needs
  • provide inclusive, welcoming and accessible learning opportunities
  • strengthen social connection, belonging and wellbeing
  • encourage participation, volunteering and skill-sharing 
  • support continuous improvement and innovation in community learning.

Objective

The objectives of the Committee are to:

  • contribute to the representation of voices, experiences and aspirations of Nillumbik residents who participate in or are interested in Neighbourhood House programs and services
  • provide feedback and advice to Council on matters relating to community learning, participation and wellbeing across L&LN
  • consider and provide advice on Council policies, plans and services that impact community learning, Neighbourhood Houses and community connection in Nillumbik
  • consider and provide advice on key government initiatives, programs and reviews
  • represent the views and needs of participants, volunteers, tutors and the broader Nillumbik community
  • assist Council to communicate, consult and engage more effectively with the broader Nillumbik community
  • strengthen partnerships with residents, community groups and services in Nillumbik
  • contribute to a cycle of continually assessing and improving Nillumbik's community learning, engagement and service delivery outcomes.

Meeting frequency

The Advisory Committee will be held quarterly.

Committee period

Appointments will be for a two year term.

Members 2026-2028

The following committee members were appointed in June 2026:

  • Glenda Cust
  • Kate Tancredi
  • Kristy Green
  • Nanette Fox
  • Sridhar Chandrasekaran
  • Anubhav Dhingra
  • Adrian Richards
  • Penelope Stray
  • Elnaz Ettehad
  • Renee Blome

 

Terms of Reference

The current Terms of Reference were adopted by Council in May 2026.

Living & Learning Nillumbik Advisory Committee Terms of Reference(PDF, 824KB)

Interested?

If you are interested in joining the Committee in the future, please provide your details and we will update you when nominations open.

 

Submit an expression of interest.

More information

The Committee is supported by Council’s Living & Learning Nillumbik unit. For further information:

 

Call 03 9433 3744

 

Email info.livinglearning@nillumbik.vic.gov.au

 

Visit the Living & Learning Nillumbik website

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