Pathfinders

Pathfinders Pathfinders operates a number of programs and services focused on promoting youth and family welfare.

Pathfinders is a not-for-profit company operating across the New England and North West Tablelands and Mid North Coast of NSW. Pathfinders aims to improve the quality of life and well-being for each individual that comes in contact with one of its services, whilst also benefitting the larger communities it works within. Pathfinders is passionate about working towards ensuring every individual is g

iven the right opportunities to become a valued and contributing member of our society. Pathfinders’ programs and services include:

*Pathfinders’ National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program
*Specialist Homelessness Services including our Women and Children’s Refuge
*Youth social, recreational and vocational centres and programs
*Family Connect and Support to ensure assistance gets to families and their children when they need it
*Refuge and supported accommodation services to young people
*Regional youth centre providing vocational skills development, education and accreditation
*Full time residential support for young people in out-of-home-care
*Child protection and family referral services
*Provision of long-term residential out-of-home-care services and foster care programs for children and young people under the guardianship of the Minister for Community Services
*Parenting and family strengthening workshops and information sessions
*Provision of family preservation services, supervised contact, therapeutic camps/activities and after care services to vulnerable children, young people and their families
*Field placements and training for local TAFE and University students seeking employment in human services

A huge thank you to some wonderful local businesses who have generously donated to support our R U OK? Community Breakfa...
03/09/2026

A huge thank you to some wonderful local businesses who have generously donated to support our R U OK? Community Breakfast in Inverell. 💛

We’re very grateful to Ritchies Inverell, BIG W Inverell, Fair Dinkum fresh & Co and The Baker’s Loaf Inverell for getting behind the event and helping us bring the community together.

Your support means a lot and helps make events like this possible.

We hope to see plenty of familiar faces at Sinclair Park on Tuesday 8 September from 9:30am - 11:30am for a free breakfast, a cuppa and a chance to connect and check in.

Thank you for supporting Pathfinders and the Inverell community. 💛

Ipswich First Nations Careers EventOur Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program (PNABC) team recently a...
03/09/2026

Ipswich First Nations Careers Event

Our Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program (PNABC) team recently attended the Ipswich First Nations Careers Event on Tuesday 1 September, alongside local employers and community services.

The free event gave First Nations job seekers the chance to meet employers face-to-face, learn about current job opportunities, explore self-employment pathways and connect with services that can support their next steps.

For many people, having a birth certificate is an important first step towards employment and greater independence. It can be needed to apply for a Tax File Number, open a bank account, obtain other forms of identification, apply for a driver licence and complete employment checks and paperwork.

Our PNABC team was there, to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to access their birth certificate and help remove a barrier that can stand in the way of employment and other opportunities.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to have a yarn with our team!

R U OK? Community Breakfast - Inverell 💛 Join Pathfinders for a free community breakfast in Sinclair Park. Tuesday 8 Sep...
02/09/2026

R U OK? Community Breakfast - Inverell 💛

Join Pathfinders for a free community breakfast in Sinclair Park.

Tuesday 8 September | 9:30am – 11:30am
📍 Sinclair Park, Inverell
Opposite the Pathfinders office

Come along and enjoy bacon and egg rolls, tea and coffee, wellbeing activities and a relaxed morning with the community.

R U OK? Day is a reminder that a simple conversation can make a difference. You don’t need to be an expert - sometimes just asking “Are you OK?” and taking the time to listen is a great place to start.

We are also very grateful to some wonderful local businesses who have generously supported the event. A big thank you to IGA Inverell, BIG W, Fair Dinkum Fresh & Co and Bakers Loaf for their donations and for supporting the Inverell community.

Everyone is welcome.

🎉 We’re semi-finalists! 🎉We’re excited to share that Pathfinders has been named a semi-finalist in the 7News Community A...
02/09/2026

🎉 We’re semi-finalists! 🎉

We’re excited to share that Pathfinders has been named a semi-finalist in the 7News Community Achievement Awards for NSW & The ACT!

Our 2026 Pumpkin Run has been recognised in the Beyond Bank Community Group Award category, celebrating organisations making a positive difference in their communities. 🎃

We’re incredibly proud of everyone who helped bring the Pumpkin Run to life and make it such a success.

A fantastic recognition of the teamwork, community spirit and impact behind this much-loved event!

This week is Foster and Kinship Care Week 💛From 30 August to 5 September, we’re celebrating the incredible foster carers...
30/08/2026

This week is Foster and Kinship Care Week 💛

From 30 August to 5 September, we’re celebrating the incredible foster carers and kinship carers who open their homes and lives to children and young people.

At Pathfinders, we see the care, patience and commitment our carers bring every day, often in ways that may never be seen or recognised publicly. This week is a chance to say a very genuine thank you.

To mark Foster and Kinship Care Week, our Foster Care team has created 100 special gift packs for Pathfinders carers, including a new Sanctuary Self-Care Guide, a practical self-care plan, wellbeing prompts and a specially designed Pathfinders tea towel.

The packs are a small gesture of appreciation, but also a reminder that carers’ wellbeing matters too. As we continue to embed the Sanctuary Model across Pathfinders, we want to support carers not only in the care they provide to others, but in looking after themselves as well.

A big thank you to our Foster Care team for the thought and care that has gone into putting the packs together.

Most importantly, to all of our Pathfinders carers, thank you for the difference you make in the lives of children and young people, this week and every week. 💛

Taree Community Disability Expo 🙌Pathfinders’ Support Your Path team had a great day at the Taree Community Disability E...
28/08/2026

Taree Community Disability Expo 🙌

Pathfinders’ Support Your Path team had a great day at the Taree Community Disability Expo in Taree today.

The event brought together people living with disability, families, carers, support workers and local service providers, creating a relaxed and welcoming space to connect, ask questions and learn more about the supports available across the Mid North Coast.

Our team enjoyed chatting with community members, sharing information about Support Your Path and connecting with other local providers throughout the day.

And of course, the free barista-made coffee for attendees was a very welcome bonus! ☕😊

A big thank you to My Plan Support, the event sponsors and everyone involved in bringing the expo together and to everyone who stopped by to say hello to our team.

Our Pathfinders Family Connect and Support team is all set up at the Yuwa Nyinda Dream Academy in Kempsey for the next t...
25/08/2026

Our Pathfinders Family Connect and Support team is all set up at the Yuwa Nyinda Dream Academy in Kempsey for the next two days!

The Dream Academy brings young people together for two days of learning, careers, culture, identity and connection, with a strong focus on celebrating Dunghutti culture and supporting young people across the Macleay Valley.

And the celebrations continue tonight with the Yuwa Nyinda Community Connection Night.

📍 Kempsey Racecourse
Wednesday 26 August | 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Come along for live music, free food and plenty of family-friendly fun. Entry is free, everyone is welcome and no registration is required.

If you’re at the Dream Academy today, come and say hello to our Family Connect and Support team!

Led by Learning the Macleay, Dhina Durriti Aboriginal Corporation and Connected Beginnings.

🌟 Links For Life 2026 🌟Pathfinders Support Your Path will be at Tamworth Links For Life Disability Expo on Thursday 17 S...
25/08/2026

🌟 Links For Life 2026 🌟

Pathfinders Support Your Path will be at Tamworth Links For Life Disability Expo on Thursday 17 September!

Come along and meet our team, have a chat and find out more about the support and services available through Pathfinders.

📍 TRECC, Greg Norman Drive, Tamworth

Today our Pathfinders team is at Victoria Park in Inverell, joining the community to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026! There’s...
24/08/2026

Today our Pathfinders team is at Victoria Park in Inverell, joining the community to celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026!

There’s plenty happening today. If you’re in Inverell, make sure you pop down to Victoria Park and say hello to the team 👋

WE’RE HIRING – PORT MACQUARIE Looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference in the lives of c...
23/08/2026

WE’RE HIRING – PORT MACQUARIE

Looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference in the lives of children and young people?

Pathfinders is recruiting passionate people to join our Out of Home Care team across the Mid North Coast.

Come along to our Employment Information Sessions this week to learn more about working with Pathfinders and the rewarding opportunities available in Out of Home Care.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
• Therapeutic Youth Workers
• Youth Workers
• Mentoring & Family Support Workers

📍 Port Macquarie
17 Hollingworth Street, Port Macquarie

Friday 28 August 2026

➡Session 1: 10:00am – 1:00pm
➡Session 2: 2:00pm – 5:00pm

RSVP for catering: [email protected]

Address

215 Beardy Street
Armidale, NSW
2350

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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