Youth Warhammer Painting and Gaming Sessions
Curious about Warhammer? Join our free introductory sessions! Dive into the world of epic battles, strategy, and creativity with no commitment needed. Meet fellow enthusiasts, learn the basics, and experience the thrill of Warhammer firsthand. Whether you’re new to tabletop games or a seasoned gamer looking for a new adventure, our welcoming community is here to guide you. Grab your spot and discover the world of Warhammer today!
Please see the Warhammer flyer for info.
Contact Alex on his email alexandermiteff@bluesky.org.au or number on 0437353245 to make a booking.
When: First Wednesday of every month
Time: 3:30pm-5:30pm
Where: Groundworks Youth & Family Hub
Dementia Education & Prevention Workshops
Dr Tyagi is a well-known Coffs Harbour Geriatrician specialising in Dementia and Alzheimers, offering free education strategies for the community, carers and Aged Care workers.
Learn about risk factors, signs, treatment, prevention and diet. Practical education to lead a healthy life.
Education sessions are held weekly at 60 Bray St, Coffs Harbour
Session Times: 9am - 10.30am and 11am - 12.30pm
Free session, just call: (02) 6650 0921 or 0434 863 701 to register or find out more.
To see more details, read the workshop flyer.
Adulting on the Spectrum- Neurodiverse Adults Social Group
Are you someone who has been diagnosed as an adult with autism or neurodivergence? If so, we warmly invite you to join our supportive community. Here, you'll find others who understand your unique experiences and challenges. Whether you're looking for advice, friendship or simply a place to share your story, our group is here for you. Let's connect, support each other and celebrate our neurodiversity together.
- Meet up fortnightly.
- Make a safe and inclusive environment.
- Share tips on managing daily life.
- Create social connections.
When: Every second Thursday of the month
Time: 10.30am - 11.30am
Where: 2D Coffeehouse, Yarilla Place ( Library), 27 Gordon Street, Coffs Harbour.
To see the next date for catch up please see our Facebook Event Page.
For more information and any requests, please contact:
Lynda Warwick - 0417 878 391 - lynda.warwick@ndis.gov.au or Julie Ferguson - 0421 430 175 - coffsact@gmail.com
Little Wildlings Playgroup
Introduce your little wildling to the wonders of nature in this outdoor play group for children under 5.
Nature provides an endless supply of fun in our Little Wildlings outdoor play group. If you have a budding nature lover under the age of 5, join Coffs By Nature in the Botanic Gardens on the last Thursday of each month to explore, adventure and connect with the great outdoors and other little wildlings.
Ages: 5 years and under *All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: Meet at the Coffs Regional Botanic Gardens
For more information and what to bring, please visit the Our Living Coast website.
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Funkya at Unkya Community Market
Funkya at Unkya is a grassroots bi-monthly community market for ‘make it, bake it, sew it, grow it’ producers and creatives as well as the environmentally sustainable concept to reuse, recycle and re-invent.
The market is held at Unkya Reserve, Eungai Creek on the last Sunday of February, April, June, August and October and on the second Sunday in December for the Christmas market. Live music by local musicians headlines every market.
The market is open between 8am and 1pm.
Visit the website for more information: Funkya at Unkya Markets - Eungai NSW
Arts Mid North Coast – Activities in the Nambucca Valley
Are you looking to find some connections to art in the Valley? Some theatre, workshops or some fun activities? The Arts Mid North Coast website is a great place to find what you are looking for!
Visit the website below to see what is coming up this month in the Nambucca Valley.
Bowraville Youth Hub – Girls & Boys Groups
Bowraville Youth Hub has some fantastic groups running! Everything from playgroups for toddlers to teens groups. Check out what they have to offer by visiting their Facebook page: JBBowraville Facebook page
Girls Group - Bowraville Youth Hub - Every Monday afternoon from 3:30 - 4:30pm @ Bowraville Youth Hub
Come along and partake in fun and engaging activities. Free snacks and cooked dinner are provided. Open to school-age students within the Nambucca Valley LGA. See Girls group flyer for further details.
Boys Group - Bowraville Youth Hub - Every Wednesday afternoon from 3:30pm - 5:00pm @ Bowraville Central School
Come along and partake in indoor & outdoor activities, music and DJ workshops, fitness programs plus plenty more. Free snacks and cooked dinner are provided. Open to school-age students within the Nambucca Valley LGA. See Boys group flyer for further details.
Mobile Library Van – Hat Head and Crescent Head
Do you like to read but can't get to the library? No problem!
The mobile library van cruises into Hat Head every fortnight on a Tuesday from 11am to 12:30pm.
Find them in front of the Lower Macleay Anglican Church - 53 Straight Street, Hat Head.
Next date for Hat Head: Tuesday, 13th May 2025
The mobile library van cruises into Crescent Head every fortnight on a Wednesday morning from 9:30am to 11:30am.
Find them in the carpark of the Crescent Head Country Club - 1 Rankine Street, Crescent Head.
Next date for Crescent Head: Wednesday, 14th May 2025
Cuppa with Colour Social Group
It’s time to get creative with the Cuppa and Colour social group.
We get together fortnightly to:
- create art through colouring and other art forms.
- build friendships and support each other.
- And get to know our local community.
Participation in creative activities is optional, come along for a coffee and great conversation.
When: Wednesday, 21st August
Time: from 10am
Where: Maisie's Cafe, located opposite to the library on Grant St in Port Macquarie.
Cost: FREE
Ramp access is by the main entrance to the Macquarie Business Park building.
For more information take a look at the latest Cuppa with Colour Flyer.
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Keep Your Eyes Peeled for Inclusion Boards within the MNC!
Keep an eye out for these colourful inclusion boards in hospitals and community health centres across the Mid North Coast Local Health District! The boards have been developed as part of Blue Sky Community Services' Enhancing Inclusion in the Health System project, with the QR code taking the scanner to important information and resources that support inclusion in the health system for people with disability. You can check out these important resources on the Blue Sky Community Services website.
Psychosocial Support Program for Youth on the Mid North Coast
Mission Australia has announced that the Psychosocial Support Program for Youth is officially open in Port Macquarie, Nambucca Heads, Coffs Harbour and surrounding suburbs.
The following services are able to refer, so please get in contact if you have a relevant referral.
- Healthy Hub Connect – Each Youth Enhanced Service
- Local Health District
- Medicare Mental Health Centre
- Headspace
- Schools
Referral Process: - All referrals are sent to our intake and admin assistant who checks eligibility and correct consents have been signed. Please note we need client consent to continue with the referral.
- The referral is then tabled at weekly intake meetings where program suitability is determined. If suitable the young person will be allocated to a Youth Wellbeing Coordinator
- The Youth Wellbeing Coordinator will then make contact with the referrer and young person.
We look forward to working with you all and assisting your young people through their wellbeing journey.
For more information visit the Mission Australia Psychosocial Support Program webpage.
5 Ss Housing Assistance Flowchart Resource for Community Service Workers
Local housing support workers and the Child and Family Interagency groups across the Mid North Coast, recently formed working groups to create localised resources. These flowcharts help guide community service workers and volunteers through the process required to support families experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of becoming homeless.
The flowcharts break the process into five steps - Safety and Services, Shelter, Situation, Support and Self-Care (5 Ss). Local support services are highlighted throughout.
There is a version available for each of the following regions: Coffs Harbour, Nambucca Valley, Bellingen, Kempsey, Port Macquarie Hastings and Mid Coast (Taree/Forster/Gloucester).
The resources are beneficial for workers in organisations where housing support is not their core business, however, they support customers who may also be experiencing challenges with securing or maintaining housing. This assists the worker to maintain a holistic and supportive approach to families and foster relationships and trust.
Head to the Blue Sky Community Services website to learn more about the 5 Ss and to download the latest versions for each region.
