Community Hubs Australia

07/06/2026

This week, the Commission of Inquiry into Child Safety handed down its final report to the Queensland Government. It’s a significant—and at times confronting—read:https://www.childsafetyinquiry.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0019/907102/child-safety-commission-of-inquiry-report-from-pressure-to-purpose-reforming-child-protection-in-queensland.pdf

While the Inquiry’s terms of reference did not extend to primary and secondary prevention, it was encouraging to see our 24 community hubs in Queensland recognised as a model “embedded in local schools, with the aim of connecting families to local services and support tailored to needs of local communities.”

This recognition reflects what hubs are about.

At their core, community hubs are spaces of connection. They bring families—often women with young children—together with each other, with playgroups, and with the services they need. That might mean emergency relief, time with a maternal and child health nurse, or access to a psychologist.

By creating safe, welcoming environments where families can spend time, build relationships and feel supported, hubs help ensure that people can access the right support at the right time.

Queensland Department of Education Multicultural Affairs, Queensland Government Australian Department of Home Affairs SSI - Settlement Services International Communify Queensland Multicultural Australia The Smith Family

21/05/2026

Shout out to hub leader Tammy, principal Meg and the team at Runcorn State Primary School.

It’s not every day that a federal member of Parliament speaks about the work of your community hub in Parliament (and so passionately).

Thank you to Julie-Ann Campbell MP for acknowledging how Tammy’s hub does such a great job of connecting families from culturally diverse backgrounds to activities like playgroup, prep transition, and English classes for parents and community members.

Watch here - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JDESF3PVWM0&ra=m

Australian Department of Home Affairs | Peter Russo MP - Toohey | Queensland Department of Education | Multicultural Affairs, Queensland Government

"Last week I walked into a classroom at Runcorn State School. The shelves were filled with toys, the tables were adorned with cupcakes, and, importantly, mum...

20/05/2026

Learning to read is such an important skill for children to learn, even before they start school.

Based in primary schools across Australia, our community hubs are the perfect place for children to read together with their parents, especially in activities like playgroup.

Queensland Department of Education Lance McCallum MP | Shayne Neumann MP | SSI - Settlement Services International

20/05/2026

Community hubs are a great way for parents and their pre-school aged children to spend time together, learning new skills like playing a musical instrument. Being part of activities like these helps children develop their fine and gross motor skills as well as meeting new friends before starting kindergarten or school.

Based in primary schools, our hubs offer so many early childhood activities and programs for families to enjoy. You can find your nearest hub here - communityhubs.org.au/hubs/

Cassandra Fernando MP | Pauline Richards MP | Ingrid Stitt MP | AMES Australia |

It was great to have musical instruments in our playgroup today at Barton Community Hub! We are excited to have the Sing & Grow collaboration with us for an 8-week program every Wednesday from 9:30am–11:30am. 🎶🎵
This is a wonderful opportunity for children and mums to learn, connect, and enjoy music together in a fun and supportive environment. We are looking forward to the coming weeks of singing, learning, and growing together at Barton Community Hub!

19/05/2026

If you love knitting or would like to learn, drop in to one of our community hubs like the one at Mount Archer State School in Rockhampton in Queensland.

Craft activities like sewing and knitting, English classes, volunteering, or doing yoga together are just some of the many free activities on offer.

Find your nearest hub here - communityhubs.org.au/hubs/

Nigel Hutton MP | Michelle Landry | Queensland Department of Education Multicultural Australia | Multicultural Affairs, Queensland Government

🧶✨ CALLING ALL CREATORS AND CHATTERS ! ✨🧶

Looking for a fun, relaxed morning out where you can learn something new, meet new people and get creative? 💛

Come along to our brand new Hub Social Club at the Mount Archer State School Community Hub!

☕ Connect with others
🧶 Learn the art of hand knitting
👶 Create your very own baby blanket
💬 Enjoy conversation, laughter and community connection
✨ No experience needed

Whether you’re a complete beginner or already love crafting, this is the perfect chance to unwind, socialise and get those creative hands moving!

📍 Mount Archer State School Community Hub
📅 Thursday May 21
⏰ 9am – 11am
🎉 FREE to attend!

Bring a friend, bring your mum, bring your neighbour — everyone is welcome! 💙

📣 Simply ring the bell at Gate 7 and join the fun!

19/05/2026

We often talk about community hubs being a gateway for families to connect with the services they need, and often by hubs partnering with organisations like councils.

This is a really great example of that where families have the opportunity to find out more about the services and facilities available for them to access.

Plus, who doesn’t love a road trip!

Brimbank City Council Brimbank Neighbourhood Houses and Community Centres | Natalie Suleyman MP | Daniel Mulino | AMES Australia

18/05/2026

We decided not to post about Volunteering Week.

Instead, we’re resharing a post from one of our community hubs. They’ve talked about the wonderful contribution volunteers make much better than we could!

Last year, across our 100 hubs, 2,189 people volunteered - in activities like playgroup, English classes, yoga work outs and sewing classes. Many of them went on to volunteer more broadly in their schools and, for some, it led to finding work.

If you’d like to volunteer in your community, speak to your nearest hub here - https://www.communityhubs.org.au/hubs/ .

| Sarah Connolly MP | Tim Watts MP | Ingrid Stitt MP | AMES Australia

06/05/2026

It’s a great way to think about our community hubs. Based in 100 primary schools across Australia, they offer adults with the opportunity to study from a range of courses including ones like these.

To find your nearest hub, visit https://www.communityhubs.org.au/hubs/

Julian Hill MP Belinda Wilson MP

Adults can study at Fleetwood too!

This is your last chance to enrol in the Certificate 3 in Early Childhood Education and Care.

Learn the fundamentals required to secure work in a childcare setting in this FREE course. Study in the Hub once a week in a welcoming and supportive environment.

If you have been thinking about studying, now is the time - enrol now before it’s too late!

Visit Jen in the Fleetwood Hub or email [email protected]

01/05/2026

Sharing this with everyone in Queensland that leads, works with, volunteers in, or champions the work of our community hubs.

Based in 24 primary schools in Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan, Rockhampton, Toowoomba, and Townsville and having connected with 1,264 families from culturally diverse backgrounds already this year, there's definitely someone from our hubs to nominate in the Multicultural Queensland Awards.

Multicultural Affairs, Queensland Government