Volunteering Townsville & Cairns Kookaburra Kids

01/10/2026

01/10/2026

We need volunteers! 💙

Want to come along and volunteer at our FlowRider day? Make sure you sign up ahead of time so we can get everything sorted for you — including your Working with Children Check, police check, references and volunteer training.

We’d love to have you on board! 🙌 Sign up now and be part of an awesome day with Kookaburra Kids! 🏄‍♀️✨

01/10/2026

23/09/2026

QBD Books is proud to recognise our Australian Defence Force community with an exclusive in-store offer this October.

From 12–18 October, Defence Force personnel can enjoy 15% off their total purchase, with no minimum spend, at all QBD Books stores across Australia.

Simply present your valid Defence Force ID in store to receive the discount.

📅 12–18 October 2026
📍 QBD Books stores nationwide
📚 15% off your total purchase
💳 No minimum spend

A small thank you for your service, from everyone at QBD Books.

In-store only. Valid Defence Force ID required. Gift vouchers excluded.

22/09/2026

🦘 VOLUNTEER WITH KOOKABURRA KIDS! 💙

Hey everyone! 👋

We’re looking for amazing volunteers to join the Kookaburra Kids team in Cairns! 🙌

Our programs rely on incredible volunteers who are passionate about supporting young people from serving and ex-serving Defence families.

✨ Want to make a difference?
✨ Love working with young people?
✨ Want to be part of an amazing team and community?

We’d love to hear from you!

If you’re interested in volunteering, head to our website and complete the volunteer application to get started.

Know someone who would make a great Kookaburra Kids volunteer? 🦘
Tag them, share this post or send them our way!

Together, we can continue creating amazing experiences and opportunities for Defence kids across Cairns and the surrounding region. 💙

👉 VOLUNTEER WITH US:
Kookaburra Kids Volunteer Application⁠

10/09/2026

VOLUNTEERS WANTED! 🦘💛

Hi! It’s Hannah from Kookaburra Kids in Townsville 😊
Sign up and book your spot here: www.kookaburrakids.org.au/volunteer

You’ll just need to complete the online module + volunteer process, including your Working with Children Check / police check.

📅 Sessions:
✨ 18–20th (Fri 3:30pm – Sun Noon) – Magnetic Island Camp: paddle boarding, camp, bush walks, beach games + mental health chat
🏁 26th September 2026 (8:30am–3:30pm) – Go Karting + Hunt Games + mental health chat
🌊 3rd October 2026 – Magnetic Island Paddleboarding + mental health chat
👣 31st October 2026 (8:30am–3:30pm) – The Strand Flip Flop Fiesta: swim, beach walks, beach games + mental health chat

Cheers,
Hannah 🦘💛

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03/09/2026

Great to be prepared!

🌪️ 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸!

Join us for a 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 community event designed to help you prepare for North Queensland's weather.

✅ Cyclone, flood and bushfire preparedness tips
✅ Emergency services and industry experts
✅ Interactive activities for all ages
✅ Live entertainment and food vendors

Plus, stick around for a 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗴𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝘁𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺! 🎬🍿

📅 Saturday 10 October 2026
🕒 3 - 6pm
📍 Riverway Precinct

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TmikHU

02/09/2026

OUR KOOKABURRA KIDS VOLUNTEERS

Wow! What an amazing day—GO KARTING followed by a parade! 🏎️🎊
Huge shoutout to our incredible volunteers for the dedication, energy, and heart you bring to our YP and community. Thank you! 🙌