For the Duke Street Community House (DSCH) in Sunshine, the local community has always remained at its core over the past 50 years.
On Saturday, October 21, locals are invited to join the community house in celebrating its 50th birthday.
Duke Street Community House manager, Emma Price said the milestone is significant for both the team and community.
“It’s a huge achievement to be celebrating 50 years of working with, and for the community, and a testament to the committed and passionate staff and volunteers that made this possible,” she said.
“For 50 years we’ve been providing services, support, education, and information to the local community. With around 300 community members accessing our programs each week, we remain an important part of our local community.
Over the years, Ms Price said the DSCH which borders both Sunshine and Braybrook, has witnessed significant changes in the community, demographics and the local physical environment.
“As such, we’ve seen many changes in the needs and desires of our community. The one thing that has remained constant across the years is that Duke Street Community House has continued to remain responsive to these changes and endeavoured to always meet the needs of our community,” she said.
To mark the birthday celebrations, the DSCH will be hosting an open house event at 27 Duke Street in Sunshine, from 10am-2pm on October 21.
The day will feature coffee and ice cream vans, musical performances and Welcome to Country, stalls, raffles, children’s activities, and a scavenger hunt.
Community members are also invited to contribute to the children’s mural project and adult’s art garden.
Details: www.dsch.org.au/50th
Hannah Hammoud
