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14/08/2026

Are you or do you know a young carer? Little Dreamers with Carers Gateway offer free counseling to young carers.

More support for Young Carers is here. 💙

We're excited to share that free counselling is now available through the Young Carer Wellbeing Hub.

Delivered in partnership with Holstep Health through Carer Gateway, this new service gives Young Carers another way to access compassionate, professional support in a safe and welcoming environment.

Here's how it works:
✨ Register with Carer Gateway
✨ Receive a referral through Carer Gateway
✨ Access free counselling with the Young Carer Wellbeing Hub

Learn more at www.ycwh.org.au.

03/08/2026

A group for parents and carers of LGBTQIA+ young people 🌈

The Village stems from our commitment to supporting trans, non-binary, and gender-questioning young people and their families.

This 7-week program is designed specifically for parents and carers, providing a safe space to express and process their feelings, anxieties, and stressors apart from their young people.

Through The Village, parents and carers can:

🦄 Gain insights into gender diversity.
🦄 Work through challenging emotions with guidance.
🦄 Connect with others in similar situations.
🦄 Learn ways to support their young people without placing the burden on them.

The Village is facilitated by experienced professionals dedicated to supporting LGBTQIA+ families.

To register head to [email protected] and include your email, mobile number, suburb/location, age of your young person, name, email, and mobile number of the co-carer/co-parent you may wish to join with.

29/07/2026

28/07/2026

Weekly catch up for parents with PDA young people.

23/07/2026

Sunday sensory sessions!

🌈 Sunday Sensory Open Play at We Rock The Spectrum Geelong 💙

Looking for a calmer, more supportive play environment for your child? Join us every Sunday for our Sensory Open Play Sessions, designed to provide a fun and inclusive space where children can explore, play and thrive at their own pace.

🕘 Session Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
⏰ Enjoy a 2-hour play session during this timeslot
💲 $25 per child
👨‍👩‍👧 No tickets required for adults

Our sensory sessions feature a quieter environment with reduced noise and a welcoming atmosphere, making it easier for children to enjoy all the fun our gym has to offer.

🎟️ Bookings are essential as places are limited and these sessions fill quickly!
👉 https://ecom.roller.app/werockthespectrumgeelong/booknow/en/products

We can't wait to welcome you for a morning of play, movement and smiles! 💙

20/07/2026

A wonderful research initiative for siblings of children with a disability or chronic health.

When it comes to healthcare education, siblings questions and feelings can sometimes take a back seat. Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) are hoping to change that by listening directly to siblings.

The study aims to better understand what siblings want to know about their brother’s or sister’s condition, and how families and services can better support them.

Who they are looking for:
✨ Children and teens aged 5 to 18
✨ Who have a sibling with a long-term health condition

What’s involved?

A relaxed 45–60 minute chat. Teens will have a dedicated space to share their unique perspectives, while younger participants (aged 5–10) can take part in drawing activities during the conversation. 🎨💬

By taking part, siblings can help shape better resources and support for families.

👉Siblings interested or parents who think their child would like to be involved can send an email to: [email protected] OR [email protected]

10/07/2026

Aus Alert will send a warning sound to all phones on the 27th July at 2pm.

🚨 It's important to know about Australia's new emergency alert system, AusAlert.

AusAlert is a new national emergency warning system that can send urgent safety messages directly to compatible mobile phones, including alerts that may bypass silent and "Do Not Disturb" settings.

If you feel unsafe or are concerned about your personal safety, including in situations of domestic and family violence, it’s important to consider how emergency alerts may affect you and take steps that support your safety.

A national test of the system is scheduled for 2pm (AEST) on 27 July 2026, following community trials across Australia, including in Queensland.

📱 Be aware that Critical Alerts may sound even if your phone is on silent.
📱 Critical Alerts won't sound on Aeroplane mode or a device that is switched off.
📱 Because Critical Alerts cannot activate on a device that is switched off, if it is safe to do so, consider turning off a device before a scheduled test and only turning it back on once the test period has ended.

AusAlert is designed to help keep communities safe during emergencies, disasters and other nationally significant events.

Learn more about AusAlert: https://www.nema.gov.au/our-work/risk-reduction/ausalert

07/07/2026

A parents guide for 9-18 years

📖 Your parenting guide for 9-18 yrs
🤝 Free, trusted advice & expert-backed resources
📲 Official pre-teens & teens home of ➡️ facebook.com/RaisingChildrenNetwork