Communities for Children - Mid Coast

01/10/2026

October is Mental Health Month - and this year's theme reminds us that small moments of connection can make a big difference to our mental wellbeing.

Connection can be as simple as saying hello to a neighbour, spending time with someone you care about, playing with a pet, volunteering, enjoying a hobby, or taking a little time for yourself.

This Mental Health Month, why not take a moment to connect in a way that feels good and supportive for you?

01/10/2026

TUNING INTO KIDS - STARTS 13 OCT

This free parenting course helps you build skills in supportive, emotionally responsive parenting - developing your child's capacity to identify and regulate their emotions.

👉When: Tuesdays from 13 Oct to 17 Nov, 10am-12pm
👉Where: MSS offices, 3/57-61 Albert St, Taree

For more information contact Michelle Bird at MSS:
👉Ph: 6551 1800
👉Email: [email protected]

30/09/2026

Come along to First Steps Count next Wednesday, 7th October, for a fun and inclusive session of songs and Auslan! 🎵🤟

Everyone is welcome — come along, join in and have some fun! 💛

29/09/2026

This is such a great opportunity for children and their parents to "Grow their words" through play-based learning. Contact Alicia for more information on 02 5543 1324.

📖 We’re excited to announce Learning Club will be running on Wednesday afternoons in Term 4 at First Steps Count!

📚 Theme: “Growing Our Words”
Our fun, play-based and interactive sessions will help children build and expand their vocabulary while learning through engaging activities and play.

We will run two sessions for:
🌟Years 1 & 2 - 3.30pm - 4.15pm
🌟Years 3 & 4 - 4.30pm - 5.15pm

✨ Spots are limited, so register early to avoid missing out!

📋 Registration details can be found in the flyer below.

24/09/2026

The next BEING A PARENT program starts in Taree on Monday 19th October.
Run BY parents, FOR parents.
Contact Keri to register on 0483 369 880

17/09/2026

🌸 School holidays just got a whole lot more fun!

Our Spring School Holiday Guide is out now, packed with free and low-cost activities to keep kids and families entertained these holidays.
🎨 Art workshops
🤹 Circus skills workshop
🧠 Kids Trivia challenges
🎭 Drama workshops
🍿 Movie screenings

From creative workshops to performance activities, there’s something for every young explorer these holidays.

👉 Explore what’s on and start planning your holiday adventures: https://www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/School-holidays

14/09/2026

School holidays are just around the corner - and First Steps Count has lots of fun activities to keep children and families busy and smiling!

08/09/2026

Thursday is R U OK Day – But ANY DAY is any opportunity to check in with someone.
Trust your instinct and start a conversation. Go to ruok.org.au for tools and tips.

08/09/2026

September is all about raising awareness of Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
FASD is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability caused by prenatal alcohol exposure. It can affect brain development, including learning, memory, communication, behaviour, health and everyday life.
Effects may not always be obvious at birth and can become more noticeable as a child grows.
Learning more about FASD helps us build understanding, compassion and support for people and families living with it.

04/09/2026

What a wonderful afternoon, and a lovely way to celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day last Wednesday

We had a wonderful afternoon in the store on Wednesday with Uncle Mick Saunders ❤️

He lead the kids in a traditional dance, taught us all some Gathang words, and read through his wonderful book “Balinga and the Djukal Djariibiyn - How Djarii Got its Name”.

Everyone had a fantastic time, and we were all excited to hear that Uncle Mick has another book on the way!

We have lots more copies of this book available in store now (many of them signed!), and they’re still totally free! Come on in and grab a copy or two 😊❤️