Over the years it has been hugely successful and as the physical house has been improved and developed, the roots that have extended out into the community have also grown stronger and stronger.

To the left is shown a photo of the house as it was in the late 1970s. It has grown quite a deal since then. Also shown is Louis Delacretaz, outgoing President of the old Shire of Sherbrooke opening the new extension in December 1994. This was the final official function of the Shire of Sherbrooke before it was amalgamated into the Shire of Yarra Ranges.

A brief history of Selby Community House...
In the early 1970's a dedicated band of Selby residents had a vision for empowering their local community. With help from the Whitlam Government's Australian Assistance Plan AAP, the first of the Sherbrooke Community Houses was born at Minak Reserve, Selby in a near derelict building almost reclaimed by the deep bushland surrounding it.

The premise was to establish a facility based on a non hierarchical structure that drew its power and inspiration from the grass roots involvement of the residents.

From left:  Robyn Holtham (Coordinator),  Councilor Philip Staindl, Karen Mulhall (Committee of Management Chair), and Councilor Loius Delacretaz (Shire President)

Although there may be an increase in services, the traditional warmth and focus of the House remains the same, and it continues to be a friendly and welcoming place in a beautiful environment of good energy.

With the new Term Program now being developed, 2008 promises to be an exciting new year for Selby Community House and the community it provides for. 

Our Mission

Selby Community House (SCH) is part of a vital Community Network providing ongoing opportunities for the achievement of Human Potential Via Health, Education, Leisure and Preventative Services.  At Selby we do this through the process of empowerment in a creative and supportive environment.