Announcement: The Community Builder's Journal - Book Launch and workshop event
- Helen Rodd
- Apr 7
- 1 min read

Join us for the Melbourne launch of The Community Builder’s Journal with two of the authors: Peter Westoby and Rachael Donovan (Community Praxis Co-op).
We will hear about the purpose and intention of the book from the authors/practitioners, and participate in an activity from one of the chapter entries.
An invitation to community leaders, volunteers, community development workers and anyone interested in strengthening community.
“If you want to be part of a quiet revolution that will improve the mental and emotional health of the nation, start local … and start with this book.” - Hugh Mackay.
When: Friday 22 May from 10.30am - 12.30pm (arrive at 10.15am)
Where: Civic Precinct and Community Hub - 61 Napier Street, Footscray
The book, The Community Builder’s Journal, will be available to purchase (via cash or bank transfer).
Light refreshments will be available, as well as the usual plentiful cups of tea or coffee!
This is a free event but registration is required for catering purposes:
This event is hosted by Hot House Living Lab and Maribyrnong City Council.
Information on getting to the event:
Public Transport is recommended. Footscray Town Hall is a short, easy walk from Footscray Train Station. Bus 409 stops out the front.
There is very limited on street parking available. Check signage for restrictions carefully.
Closest coffee is at Baby Elephant (Cnr Hyde & Parker Streets).





