Belmont Neighbourhood Centre
Belmont Neighbourhood Centre (BNC) was started by a group of community members in 1991, which formed the first management committee. This group then applied for a Hunter Area Assistance Scheme (HAAS) grant for a Coordinator, and asked Lake Macquarie City Council (LMCC) for help in finding a location.
Along with ongoing fundraising and success in obtaining a 1991-1992 Hunter Area Assistance Scheme (HASS) grant, LMCC approved the leasing of the Belmont North Community Hall. With the assistance of Eastlake Skill share office accommodation was built.
Since July 1994, the centre has operated under Department of Community Services (DOCS), Community Grants Program funds and has been registered as an incorporated, non-profit community based association.
The first coordinator was employed in July, 1992, and launched the project, starting programme’s and activities as per the HAAS funding agreement, directing services to those most disadvantaged in the community.
The committee and coordinator have since worked closely together to ensure that BNC grows and adapts to future community needs.
The centre runs day to day by the work of our many volunteers
