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Royal Far West is an Australian charity dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of country children.

Established in 1924, Royal Far West is one of Australia’s most enduring and respected charities dedicated to connecting kids in rural and remote communities to the care they need. We offer health, education and disability services for country children and their families at the Centre for Country Kids in Manly, virtually via Telecare, and in local communities. Right now, 190,000 children across rural and remote Australia have health and developmental needs that can’t be met because of where they live. Royal Far West’s 95+ paediatric clinicians support country kids aged up to 12 with speech and language delays; behavioural and conduct disorders; early life trauma and mental illness; autism, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorders.

12,046 families, educators and health professionals received support last year and the need for services is growing. Find out more at www.royalfarwest.org.au/
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09/11/2026

Spin Off is back on Manly Beach this Thursday! 🚴🎉

This Thursday 12 November, teams will go head-to-head on stationary bikes on the Manly beachfront, taking on the 100km Spin Off Challenge to raise vital funds for country kids.

We’re thrilled to have an incredible group of organisations getting behind the challenge this year:
Allan Hall Business Advisors
ANZ Australia
Healius Pathology
IMEI
IT&T
Multiplex Construction
PSC Insurance Brokers
Roxy-Pacific Holdings
Sydney Business Park
WOTSO

If you’re in Manly, come down between 10am and 2pm and be part of the action. Cheer on the teams, enjoy tunes from our live DJ and spin our competition wheel for your chance to WIN some great prizes.

It’s set to be a fantastic day of friendly competition, community spirit and feel-good impact, all while supporting the health and wellbeing of children living in rural and remote Australia.

📍 Manly Beachfront
📅 Thursday 12 November
⏰ 10am–2pm

Find out more https://www.rideforcountrykids.com.au/event/spinoff

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07/11/2026

🌊 Spend your summer by the sea in Manly - without the premium price tag!

Wake up near the beach, grab a coffee in The Corso and spend your days soaking up the best of Sydney's Northern Beaches. Royal Far West Lodge offers affordable accommodation in an unbeatable location.

🏖️ Available 21 December to 5 February
🛏️ Rooms from $200 per night
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Twin, triple, quad and family rooms available
🍽️ Access to a communal kitchen, dining area and BBQ

💙 Plus, every booking helps support Royal Far West’s work with children and families in rural and remote Australia.

👉 Book now to secure your preferred dates:
https://www.royalfarwest.org.au/summer-accommodation-manly/

06/11/2026

🍎💙 Celebrating our Teachers and School Psychologists 💙🍎

While the Royal Far West School team was busy supporting children and families across NSW through in-community and professional learning commitments, we waited until this week to come together and celebrate two important occasions: World Teachers' Day and School Psychologists Day.

At Royal Far West School, our teachers and psychologists work side by side to create a safe, supportive and engaging environment for every child and family who walks through our doors.

This year's School Psychologists Day theme, Holding Space, recognises the importance of being present, listening with empathy and creating environments where children feel seen, understood and supported.

Whether supporting students to stay connected to their learning, helping them navigate challenges, or creating moments of confidence, belonging and joy, our teachers and psychologists make a lasting difference to the children and families we support.

Thank you to our wonderful team for the care, compassion and commitment you bring to your work every day. 🌟

06/11/2026

Every child deserves access to the support they need, wherever they live.

Last week, a team from Royal Far West and Royal Far West School travelled to Dubbo to work with children, families, schools and local services. Through developmental assessments, school observations and conversations with community partners, we helped build a clearer picture of each child's needs and strengthened pathways to support.

It's all part of our commitment to improving access to care for children and families living in regional and rural communities.

04/11/2026

🚴‍♀️ “I’m riding again this year because I care deeply about the work Royal Far West does and I’ve genuinely missed the community that makes this event so special. For me, it’s a chance to reconnect with like-minded people, challenge myself, rebuild my fitness after having kids, and raise funds for rural and remote children.”

— Lucy Morrison, Head of Schools and Early Years Services at Royal Far West

Join Lucy on the Ride for Country Kids 2027 and help make a difference for rural and remote children.

🐦 Early bird offer: Save 10% when you register now!
🎟️ Use code EARLYBIRD2027 before 30 November 2026
👉 www.rideforcountrykids.com.au

📷Lucy, pictured on the far right, at the 2024 Ride for Country Kids

04/11/2026

One of Royal Far West’s multidisciplinary teams recently spent the week in Batlow and Adelong, partnering with local schools and early learning services to support children, families and educators.

Speech Pathologist Taylah, Psychologist Julia, and Occupational Therapist Liz, delivered assessments, therapy sessions, classroom observations, educator consultations and practical workshops for parents and teachers.

Together, we're helping build student wellbeing, educator capability and family confidence across disaster-impacted regional communities.

Thank you to St Mary's School Batlow, St Joseph's Adelong, Batlow Technology School and Adelong Preschool for welcoming us so warmly.

This initiative is proudly funded under the Disaster Ready Fund – An Australian Government Initiative, with support from both the Australian Government and the NSW Government.

28/10/2026

🚴‍♀️ “In 2020, Royal Far West came to the Bega Valley to support children, families and schools through the challenges of the bushfires and then COVID, without ever being asked. They stayed for four years, and their impact on the lives of local children has been incredible.

When I heard that Ride for Country Kids 2024 was coming to the Bega Valley, I knew I had to be involved. It was an opportunity to give back to an organisation that continues to provide such vital support to country children, while helping raise funds so that more kids can access the care they need.

Next year will be my fourth Ride for Country Kids. With every ride, I gain a deeper understanding of the reach and impact of Royal Far West's work. They're the real rockstars.”

— Adrian Day

Join Adrian on the Ride for Country Kids 2027 and help make a difference for rural and remote children.

🐦 Early bird offer: Save 10% when you register now!
🎟️ Use code EARLYBIRD2027 before 30 November 2026
👉 www.rideforcountrykids.com.au

📷Adrian, pictured on the right, in his Best & Fairest Jersey on the 2024 Ride for Country Kids

27/10/2026

Happy OT Week! ✨

This year's theme, Participation Matters, recognises the important role everyday activities, routines and relationships play in our health, wellbeing and sense of belonging.

At Royal Far West, our team of 32 Occupational Therapists help children participate in the things that matter most. From play and learning to building independence, confidence, and healthy relationships, they work alongside children, families, and schools to support every child's development and wellbeing.

As we celebrate OT Week, we're also sharing a wellbeing tip inspired by the work of Occupational Therapists...

5-Step Wellbeing Check-In

✍️ Write down two things that help you stay well (e.g. a lunchtime walk or taking regular screen breaks).
🎯 Set a goal for how often you'd like to do them.
📅 Plan when you'll make time for them.
⏰ Schedule them in your calendar.
🔄 Check in at the end of the week and see how you went.

The best wellbeing strategies aren't one-size-fits-all. Small, meaningful actions that work for you are often the ones that make the biggest difference.

To all the Occupational Therapists at Royal Far West, and across Australia, thank you for the incredible work you do every day. ✨

24/10/2026

🌊 Stay by the beach. Support country kids. ☀️

Looking for a summer getaway? The Royal Far West Lodge offers comfortable, affordable accommodation in the heart of Manly, just a short stroll from the beach and The Corso.

🗓️ 21 December - 5 February
🛏️ From $200 per night
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly room options available
🍽️ Communal kitchen, dining area and BBQ access

Every stay helps Royal Far West deliver vital health and wellbeing services to children and families in rural and remote communities.

Make memories by the coast while helping country kids thrive.

👉 Book your stay: https://www.royalfarwest.org.au/summer-accommodation-manly/

23/10/2026

Children's Week begins tomorrow, celebrating the theme: Children have the right to use their own language, celebrate their culture and practice their religion.

At Royal Far West, we're privileged to work alongside children and families from diverse backgrounds across rural, regional and remote Australia. We recognise the important role that culture, language, family and community play in children's wellbeing, development and sense of belonging.

Through our commitment to reconciliation and culturally safe practice, we strive to create environments where children and families feel respected, valued and supported.

Children's Week is an opportunity to celebrate the strengths, perspectives and potential of children, and to recognise the importance of listening to and learning from them.

📷 These images were captured at the 2026 Ride for Country Kids, where we had the privilege of watching children from the Nginhagu Dance Group share their culture through dance.

Address

14-18 Wentworth Street
Sydney, NSW
2095

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+61289668500

Website

http://www.royalfarwest.org.au/, https://linktr.ee/royalfarwest

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