9 Barrack Street Oatlands TAS 7120

About
The Oatlands Community Hub is a welcoming, person‑centred support space operated by Hobart City Mission, in collaboration with Communities for Children. We provide practical assistance, connection, and care for individuals and families across the Southern Midlands.
Our approach is warm, respectful, and grounded in community — ensuring every person feels heard, supported, and safe.
What We Do
Emergency Relief & Practical Support
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Confidential emergency relief appointments
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Free food pantries available to anyone in the community
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Pastoral and wellbeing support
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Guidance, referrals, and a trusted point of contact
Children’s Programs
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Fortnightly Lego Bricklayers during school terms
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School holiday programs that are fun, structured, and child‑safe
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Activities designed to build creativity, confidence, and connection
Adult Programs
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Monthly shopping trips to help ease cost‑of‑living pressures
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Social activities that reduce isolation and strengthen community ties
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Opportunities to connect, participate, and belong
Our Partnerships
The Hub operates through a strong partnership between:
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Hobart City Mission — providing governance, staffing, and program support
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Communities for Children — supporting child‑focused activities and family wellbeing
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Local organisations and community groups across the Southern Midlands
Together, we ensure services are safe, sustainable, and responsive to community needs.
Our Community
We serve people across the Southern Midlands — a rural region where access to services can be limited. The Hub plays a vital role in:
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Reducing isolation
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Supporting families
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Strengthening wellbeing
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Creating a sense of belonging
The Hub is known for being warm, inclusive, and down‑to‑earth — a place where people feel comfortable reaching out.
Let’s Chat Together
Are you interested in supporting the Hub? Get in touch so we can start a conversation.
