BBQ Lunch and Open Day Introduces FaRM Project at NSCC Dover St

FaRM Project Open Day in Mowbray

On April 3, 2025, Starting Point Neighbourhood House hosted a free BBQ lunch and open day at the NSCC Dover St site in Mowbray, Launceston, Tasmania. The initiative invited local community members and families to visit the site, enjoy a meal, and learn more about the FaRM project, which had been made possible with support from the Tasmanian Community Fund Board.

The open day provided an opportunity for residents to connect with both the project and each other. Starting Point Neighbourhood House offered a relaxed setting where attendees could ask questions, tour the site, and discover the objectives of the FaRM project. The BBQ encouraged participation by removing barriers such as cost and formal registration, making it easier for families and individuals from a range of backgrounds to attend.

Community Engagement and Information Sharing

By creating a welcoming space and providing a free lunch, Starting Point Neighbourhood House encouraged community members who might not otherwise have visited to engage directly with the project. The event was designed to foster a sense of inclusion and shared ownership, allowing attendees to see firsthand how grant funding was being used to benefit the area. Staff and volunteers were on hand to discuss the FaRM project, answer questions, and gather informal feedback on what resources or programs might be of value to local residents in the future.

The support from the Tasmanian Community Fund Board, highlighted during the open day, also demonstrated how collaboration between local organisations and funding bodies can yield tangible community benefits. While the scale of immediate impact was modest, the open day facilitated important connections and provided information to those interested in local initiatives. For some attendees, the event promoted greater awareness of support and activities offered at the NSCC Dover St site. Overall, the day reflected the Starting Point Neighbourhood House’s ongoing approach to supporting and engaging with the Launceston community.