If you’re anything like us, the Christmas season rolls around and suddenly you’re trying to think of a gift for that one person who already has everything. This year, we’ve got a gift idea that feels a little more meaningful than another voucher or another pair of slippers. Tickets are now on sale for our […]
Starting school is a big milestone for children and families. While learning letters and numbers is important, kindergarten teachers agree that one of the most valuable skills for school readiness is self-regulation. Self-regulation is a child’s ability to manage big feelings, emotions, and behaviours in different situations. It helps children cope with challenges, follow routines,
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There’s nothing quite like an Aussie summer. Long days, salty hair, and kids running around in the sunshine. But as lovely as it is, the summer heat can be harsh, and a few simple habits can make all the difference in keeping our families safe and comfortable. We all know how quickly the sun can
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The Music 4 Health concert, with members of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, is always our favourite event of the year. Over the years, the concert has evolved in format, with different styles of performances and new approaches to engaging children and families. Despite these changes, the joy it brings remains just as strong as it
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Children’s Week 2025 is just around the corner, running from 18 to 26 October, and the Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP) is inviting young artists across New South Wales to participate in the annual Art Competition. This year’s theme, “Everyone should know about children’s rights,” is inspired by Article 42 of the United
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We’re thrilled to announce that a brand-new range of NEE-DOH products has just arrived in our sensory shop! Known for their squishy textures, bright colours, and calming effects, NEE-DOH fidgets are favourites for kids, teens, and adults. They’re not only fun to play with but also fantastic for stress relief, self-regulation, and focus. Here’s a
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If you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays, Mounties has a great line-up of activities designed to keep the whole family busy and smiling. Located at 254 Humphries Road, Mount Pritchard NSW 2170, Mounties sits right in the heart of South-West Sydney. It’s more than just a club, it’s a
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The Paint Liverpool REaD Annual Reading Day is back for 2025, bringing families and the community together to celebrate the joy of books, stories, and reading. This free event will take place on Wednesday, 5 November 2025, from 10:00am to 12:00 noon at PCYC, 100 Cartwright Avenue, Miller. The morning will be filled with activities
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Autism Advisory & Support Service is pleased to share details about the NSW Government’s upcoming community consultations on Foundational Supports for Children. These sessions, led by the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ), invite conversations with parents, carers, kin, and service providers to help shape services for children under nine with autism or developmental delay.
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From 3 October 2024, NDIS plans approved on or after this date now include funding component amounts (specific funding for a support or group of supports), funding periods (a defined time when a portion of that funding is available), and the total budget amount for your plan. By law, the NDIA can only pay for
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