The Bonnie Doon Community Centre (BDCC) is the hub for local activities, social programs and connection for many of our community members. With a goal to support the health and wellbeing of locals, provide a non-judgmental, inclusive, welcoming environment that builds a sense of belonging for all people in our community, the Centre is open weekdays and runs a free library “The Old Library” and an Op Shop – which the locals have fondly named “The OpporDoonity Shop.”
The BDCC functions as a not-for-profit charity, a Neighbourhood House located on Taungurung Country in central Bonnie Doon. It receives funding from the Victorian State Government through the Department of Families Fairness and Housing (DFFH) to provide the community with opportunities to enrich their social environment, and all other funding is raised through community grants, the OpporDoonity Shop and donations.
The Centre runs activities, programs, courses and events that are in-line with its organizational goals to serve the community and it is a registered charity with Australian Charities and Not-For-Profit Commission (ACNC). The Community Centre while providing for local community members also seeks to partner with local business, organizations and people in new ways that promote, grow and build our local community in resilience, strengthen our sense of belonging and sustainability for the future.
The Centre also runs an Op Shop – The OpporDoonity Shop and a free Library which was the original Bonnie Doon library and is now run by volunteers. The Old Library itself was relocated to the school grounds and restored in 1999 (one of the first historic perseveration projects) by the Bonnie Doon Community Group Inc. If you are a local, please come by and speak to us about joining our free book borrowing service.
“We are a regional community of innovative people, who wish to sustain a locality that focuses on building a resilient, strong, cohesive community that shares ideas, skills and comes together to connect and support one another.
Our focus is on supporting the wellbeing of our mental and physical health, connecting, creating and facilitating social groups and activities that include caring about our people, our environment, and preserving our history.”
Manager, Bonnie Doon Community Centre 2023
What is happening at the Centre?
There are many ongoing fun, and crazy activities at the Centre including activities for health and wellness, fitness, fun or just for laughs and crafts. Check out the regular ongoing activities page and get a copy of the “What’s On?” – our quarterly activity program for an up-to-date schedule of what’s happening in the Doon.
We have groups for all sorts that meet on regular basis and on occasion. Bonnie Doon Youth Group, a Men’s Group, a Gardening Group and even a Dog Walking Group for furry friends … Find out more about a group that may suit you!
We love a good time in the Doon and love to facilitate live events, including music festivals, markets and children’s activities. For all our upcoming events please check out this link.
The OpporDoonity Shop
Explore our Op Shop – in all its glory – the fun, frivolous place to shop and be seen in the Doon. We have trash, treasures and many a bargain you will find straight inour Poll Room! Come by today to get that ‘un’ needed item, have a laugh and even get styled by one of our style gurus!
Bonnie Doon Community Group 