history

Born and raised in New York, Wang Cheung was exposed to a myriad of cultures and design expressions. She developed an interest in graphic and audiovisual design from a young age but it was Fashion Design the one that stole her heart and took her to Parsons as soon as she finished school. She has since then worked with many renowned brands and artists and has very recently created her own label, “Stillness”.

Oak Avenue Hall
Jane McLean and Norma Gray joined in July 1976 and the group met in a house next to Grassmere in Photinia Street on Wednesdays. Everyone was welcome, a light lunch was served for a donation and childcare was provided during demonstrations and speakers. Those that had cars provided transport every week.

Derrick, a social worker and Margaret Rees, an occupational therapist at the health centre gave us help and support. We stayed in the house for 3 years; moved to the scout hall that proved to be unsuitable so moved back again to the original house. After this we made our final move to the hall (Oak Ave Hall) where we are today.

Doveton Neighbourhood Place

The name was changed to Doveton Neighbourhood Place and we received our first round of funding from the government to employ a Coordinator in 1983. The first Coordinator was Connie McVicarthen,followed by Margaret Bickers, Elaine Allsop, Leanne Green, Sharrie Grocock, Cherie Plancake, Margaret Berens, Ronnie Rowley, Jodie Berry and our current Manager Paula Correia.

Renovations
We receive funding from a number of sources from government to philanthropic groups and local fundraising. Our programs include adult education and training, playgroups, health issues, self-supported groups, occasional child care, craft and children’s programs.

During 2003, the centre underwent major renovations. The centre boasts facilities such as extended training rooms, purpose built computer training room, storerooms, kitchen, entrance and foyer with upgraded and redesigned offices.