Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT Incorporated

21/06/2026

Alice Springs foster and kinship carers — Johnnie and Chris from FKCANT are heading your way this week.

We’re looking forward to spending time in Alice Springs and connecting with local carers, families, and community members.

Join us for a relaxed Carer Connection Pizza Night this Wednesday at Sammy’s Pizza.

Date: Wednesday 24 June 2026
Time: 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Location: Sammy’s Pizza, 13/58 Head Street, Braitling
Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/DMVZE

This is a chance to enjoy some pizza, meet other foster and kinship carers, and have a chat with Johnnie and Chris about support, training, advocacy, or becoming a foster or kinship carer.

FKCANT will be covering the pizzas, and bookings are essential.

Johnnie and Chris will also be in Alice Springs during the trip and would be happy to connect with carers who would like to catch up, ask questions, or have a yarn.

Give us a call on 1300 352 268 or send us a Facebook message — we’d love to hear from you.

Join Chris and Johnnie from the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT for a relaxed Carer Connection Pizza Night in Alice Springs. This...

20/06/2026

NAIDOC Week 2026 – Greater Darwin Region

FKCANT is proud to share this special NAIDOC Week event hosted by the Department of Children and Families, through the Greater Darwin Region Aboriginal Practice Network.

This year marks 50 Years Deadly — a powerful celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories, achievements, strength and legacy.

Foster and kinship carers are warmly encouraged to come along with the children and young people in their care for a fun, welcoming and family-friendly morning at Jingili Water Gardens.

There will be lots to enjoy, including:
Welcome to Country
Games and crafts
Water play
Silent disco
Rosie’s Library
Sausage sizzle
‘50 Years of Deadly’ cake

Date: Thursday 9 July 2026
Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Jingili Water Gardens

Bookings are encouraged so organisers can plan for catering, activities and attendance numbers.

Book here:
https://www.trybooking.com/DNGFU

For carers unable to attend due to work or other commitments, DCF may be able to support children and young people in care to attend. Please email [email protected] to confirm details.

A huge thank you to the Department of Children and Families and the Greater Darwin Region Aboriginal Practice Network for creating this opportunity for children, young people, carers and families to come together and celebrate NAIDOC Week.

FKCANT is proud to share this special NAIDOC Week event hosted by the Department of Children and Families, through the Greater Darwin Region...

19/06/2026

🎄 Christmas is coming early… well, sort of!

FKCANT is getting ready to celebrate Christmas in July with a special carer dinner at Cazalys Palmerston, and we’d love our foster and kinship carer community to join us.

This is a relaxed evening to enjoy the Cazalys buffet, connect with other foster and kinship carers, and share some mid-year Christmas cheer with people who understand the unique experiences of caring for children and young people.

As this is a special Christmas in July event, FKCANT will be covering the buffet meal for registered foster and kinship carers who book and attend.

No snow required. Just bring yourself, your appetite, and maybe a bit of festive spirit. 🎅

📅 Saturday 25 July 2026
⏰ 5:30pm to 7:00pm
📍 Cazalys Club Palmerston
🍽️ Cazalys Palmerston buffet

Bookings are essential:
https://www.trybooking.com/DNDHO

This event is open to registered Department of Children and Families volunteer foster and kinship carers and FKCANT members.

Yule be sorry if you miss it! 🎁

Get ready to sleigh the night away at FKCANT’s Christmas in July Dinner at Cazalys Palmerston. Join the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT...

18/06/2026

Don’t miss out — sponsored First Aid training places are available for eligible foster and kinship carers in Katherine, Alice Springs and Tennant Creek.

FKCANT is offering to sponsor First Aid training for registered Department of Children and Families volunteer foster and kinship carers who are FKCANT members.

This is a great opportunity to build confidence in responding to accidents, injuries, emergencies and everyday health concerns that may come up while caring for children and young people.

Available locations:

Katherine
Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/DMZRD

Alice Springs
Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/DMZRE

Tennant Creek
Register here: https://www.trybooking.com/DMZRH

Places are limited and registrations are essential.

Please register your interest through TryBooking. FKCANT will then contact carers to confirm available course dates and booking arrangements.

If you would like to attend but the available dates do not suit you, please reach out to our team and we can review other available dates in your area.

For support or more information, contact FKCANT on 1300 352 268.

The Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT is pleased to offer sponsored First Aid training places for eligible foster and kinship carers in...

16/06/2026

Places are filling fast for our School Holiday Cultural Activity next week.

If you've been thinking about joining us, now is the time to book.

We're excited to once again partner with Dale Austin and the team from Dingo Cockatoo Aboriginal Culture for a hands-on morning of learning, creativity, and connection at East Point.

Families will enjoy:
🦎 Animal encounters
🪈 Didgeridoo making
🎨 Ochre painting

These sessions are always a favourite with carers and children alike, providing a unique opportunity to learn together, spend time outdoors, and connect with culture in a welcoming and engaging environment.

📅 Thursday 25 June 2026
🕤 9:30am – 12:00pm
📍 East Point Reserve

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

Book now: https://www.trybooking.com/DNAHW

This event is open to registered Department of Children and Families volunteer Foster and Kinship Carers, FKCANT members, and the children in their care.

A big thank you to Dale and the team at Dingo Cockatoo Aboriginal Culture for making these experiences possible.

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15/06/2026

🍽️ Join us this Thursday night for our June Carer Connection Dinner!

Our monthly Foster and Kinship Carer Connection Dinner is a relaxed chance to catch up, meet other carers, enjoy a meal, and connect with the FKCANT team in a friendly, informal setting.

Whether you’ve been before or this would be your first time joining us, we’d love to see you there.

📅 Thursday, 18 June
⏰ 5:45pm to 7:00pm
📍 Cazaly’s Club Palmerston
🔗 Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DFWQZ

Kids are welcome. Children’s meals are covered from the kids’ menu, and Cazaly’s also has a fully supervised kids’ club run by Ochre Card-qualified staff.

Bookings are essential, so please reserve your spot today.

This event is open to registered volunteer Department of Children and Families foster and kinship carers and members of the Foster and Kinship Carers Association NT.

Come along to our monthly Carer Connection Dinner at Cazaly’s Club Palmerston. This is a chance for foster and kinship carers to connect, share...

10/06/2026

School holidays are just around the corner, and we're excited to once again partner with Dale Austin and the team from Dingo Cockatoo Aboriginal Culture for a special cultural activity morning at East Point.

This hands-on experience gives Foster and Kinship Carers and the children in their care the opportunity to learn, create, and connect together through activities including:

🎨 Ochre painting
🦎 Animal encounters
🪈 Didgeridoo making

These sessions are always a highlight of the school holidays, offering children and carers the chance to spend time together outdoors while learning about culture, traditions, and community in a welcoming and engaging environment.

📅 Thursday 25 June 2026
🕤 9:30am – 12:00pm
📍 East Point Reserve

Places are limited and bookings are essential.

Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DNAHW

This event is open to registered Department of Children and Families volunteer Foster and Kinship Carers, FKCANT members, and the children in their care.

A big thank you to Dale and the Dingo Cockatoo Aboriginal Culture team for sharing their knowledge and creating these memorable experiences for carers and children.

FKCANT is excited to host a special school holiday cultural activity for Foster and Kinship Carers and the children in their care, delivered by...

09/06/2026

What a wonderful community event coming up in Katherine for NAIDOC Week 2026.

Kalano Community Association Inc. is hosting Kalano’s 2026 NAIDOC Family Fun Day on Wednesday 8 July, with a full day of family activities, food, entertainment, workshops, competitions and community celebration.

This is a great opportunity for families to come together, celebrate culture, connection and community, and enjoy a fun day out during NAIDOC Week.

Event details:
Wednesday 8 July 2026
10:00am to 3:00pm
Kalano Sports Oval, Lot 508 McKeddie Road, Katherine NT

A big thank you to Kalano Community Association Inc. and everyone involved in bringing this event together for the Katherine community.

For more information, please contact Kalano Community Association directly using the details on the flyer.

Save the Date!

Come celebrate NAIDOC at our Annual Family Fun Day 🎉🎊

Wednesday, 8th of July 2026 10:00AM - 3:00PM

If you have any inquries, reach out to our event coordinator Amber via [email protected] ✉️

Hope to see you there!

This NAIDOC Week Activity is delivered with funding support from the National Indigenous Australians Agency. National NAIDOC

08/06/2026

We are so pleased to share that Integrated Disability Action and Carers NT are bringing the Surviving to Thriving Parent & Carer Workshop to Alice Springs.

Thank you to both organisations for creating this opportunity for parents and carers to build confidence, learn practical strategies and connect with information that can make everyday life a little easier.

This one-day workshop is designed for parents and carers of children who are neurodiverse and will include practical support around:

Navigating school systems
Understanding the NDIS
Finding quality support services
Practical strategies for everyday life

Alice Springs Workshop
Thursday 25 June 2026 OR Friday 26 June 2026
10:00am to 3:00pm
Olive Pink Botanic Garden, 27 Tuncks Road, Alice Springs

Light lunch provided.

Limited places are available and registration is essential. Please register using the QR code on the flyer or call 1800 422 737.

A big thank you again to Integrated Disability Action and Carers NT for investing in stronger families, stronger carers and stronger communities.

06/06/2026

A huge thank you to Integrated Disability Action and Carers NT for bringing the Surviving to Thriving Parent & Carer Workshop to Darwin.

This is a practical one-day workshop for parents and carers of children who are neurodiverse, with a focus on real strategies, stronger confidence and navigating everyday challenges.

The workshop will cover:

Navigating school systems
Understanding the NDIS
Finding quality support services
Practical strategies for everyday life

Darwin Workshop
Monday 22 June 2026 OR Tuesday 23 June 2026
10:00am to 3:00pm
Nightcliff Community Centre, 18 Bauhinia Street, Nightcliff NT

Light lunch provided.

Places are limited and registration is essential. Please register using the QR code on the flyer or call 1800 422 737.

Thank you again to Carers NT and Integrated Disability Action Inc - IDA and for supporting families and carers with such a practical and valuable opportunity.