HIPPY Hervey Bay

07/04/2026

Come and see HIPPY Coordinator Mel and the Connected Beginnings - Hervey Bay Team at the Easter family fun day.
On now until 1pm at the Botanical Gardens!

9 HIPPY spots still available for the 2026 cohort so get in quick!

🐰 Tomorrow is the Big Day! 🐰

Are you ready for an "egg-citing" adventure?

Our Family Fun Day is happening tomorrow, and the Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens will be buzzing with activity!

Why not come down and find our artistic eggs hidden around the gardens? Each one has its own unique theme and story to tell. It’s the perfect way to explore the beautiful scenery while hunting for some giant-sized inspiration!

There is so much to do from 10am – 1pm:
🎨 Get Crafty: Enjoy getting your craft and coloring on at our creative stations.
✨ Face Painting: Transform into a bunny, a superhero, or something magical!
🏃‍♂️ Outdoor Games: Plenty of space to run, play, and participate in some fun outdoor challenges.
👒 Easter Bonnet Parade: Don't forget your masterpiece! Join the parade at 12pm to show off your hat (remember: dinos, fairies, and rainbows are all welcome!).

Come on down and celebrate our wonderful community together!

📍 Where: Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens
📅 When: Tomorrow, Tuesday 7th April
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

We can’t wait to see you all there for The Great Easter Eggs-pedition!

Full event details: https://www.hbnc.com.au/Event/the-great-easter-eggs-pedition

Thank you to our wonderful partners Fraser Coast Regional Council.

01/04/2026

🐣🪺Come and say Hello to the Connected Beginnings - Hervey Bay Team at the train park!
HIPPY Mel and Demi will be joining in the fun aswell!
Easter Egg Hunt and lots of fun activities happening 🐰🐣

Nara (hello) everyone 👋,
Join our Easter themed playgroup for a fun-filled experience🌿. We have exciting activities planned with morning tea provided, and we have the wonderful HIPPY Hervey Bay team joining us 🥰

📍Hervey Bay Torquay Train Park
📅 Thursday April 2
⌚️9:30am - 11:30am

For more information contact Cara on 0460 764 286 or Jedda on 0400 119 734 or via our page - Connected Beginnings Hervey Bay

20/03/2026

20/03/2026

All families with children ages 0-5 are welcome to join us at our next gathering.

Please see flyer for more details 😀

15/03/2026

It is National Playgroup Week! 🛝

Playgroups can bring parents and carers together in their community and help children learn and grow.

Find a playgroup near you at: www.playgroupaustralia.org.au/our-state-and-territory-organisations/

Playgroup Australia

13/03/2026

04/03/2026

04/03/2026

CQID Leading Practice at the 2026 Statewide Delegated Authority Community of Practice.

CQID is proud to be attending and presenting at the 2026 Statewide Delegated Authority (DA) Community of Practice, hosted by QATSICPP in Meanjin (Brisbane) on 4-5 March 2026. Across two days, organisations from across Queensland will gather to strengthen Delegated Authority practice, share knowledge and continue improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families.

CQID PRESENTING SECTOR-LED REFORM & PRACTICE ALIGNMENT

Presentation One: REVOKING ORDERS: Strengthening Reunification Pathways

James Mundy, Chief Services Officer (CQID) will co-present with QATSICPP on the newly jointly developed Revoking Orders Practice Guidance. This work provides clear, culturally grounded pathways to support families seeking revocation of Child Protection Orders, ensuring families are informed, empowered and supported through both agreed and non-agreed court processes.

The guidance strengthens:
👉🏾 Culturally safe, strengths-based practice
👉🏾 Legal literacy and empowerment for families
👉🏾 Alignment between ACCOs, Child Safety and legal partners
👉🏾 Advocacy for children growing up strong in family, culture and identity

This reform work supports safe reunification and reinforces self-determination in Delegated Authority practice.

Presentation Two: WALKING TOGETHER: Aligning Practice with Child Safety in Delegated Authority

Tricia Barber, Practice Development Manager (CQID) will co-facilitate an interactive session focused on strengthening alignment and partnership with Child Safety in the DA space.

The session explores:
👉🏾 Why strong relationships and shared language with Child Safety are critical
👉🏾 What aligned practice looks like - clear decision-making, stronger application of the Child Placement Principle, embedded cultural authority and improved outcomes for children and families
👉🏾 Practical solutions and strategies CQID have implemented to strengthen collaboration and shared accountability

Through table discussions and yarning spaces, the session invites the sector to reflect on:
“Where do we get stuck - and how do we move forward together?”

WALKING TOGETHER FOR BETTER OUTCOMES

CQID remains committed to:
👉🏾 Embedding cultural authority in safety planning
👉🏾 Strengthening implementation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principle
👉🏾 Reducing delays in connection, kinship and reunification
👉🏾 Leading reform through community-controlled practice

It is a privilege to contribute to statewide Delegated Authority reform conversations and to share CQID’s evolving frameworks and practical solutions with our peers across Queensland.

We look forward to two powerful days of learning, reflection and strengthening practice together.

27/02/2026

Our Age 3 HIPPY tutors have finished with their tutor training and will be delivering the first Age 3 HIPPY book and box of goodies to families next week 🤗 Also how cute is the first storybook.? 😍

Be sure to fill out an expression of interest form to get a spot for your 3 year old. Limited spots available. Click the link below to fill out the form and coordinator Mel will be in contact with you.

https://forms.office.com/r/iczRynqMik

24/02/2026

We’re excited to highlight the amazing work of Uniforms for Kids! This incredible initiative repurposes donated police uniforms into delightful clothing, hats, and bags for children in need. 💙

A huge shoutout to the dedicated volunteers who generously give their time and skills to make this transformation possible. 🙌

The latest collection has been delivered to Galangoor Duwalami Healthcare right here on the Fraser Coast, supporting local families. 🌟

Learn more about these wonderful organisations:
👉 Galangoor Duwalami - https://www.facebook.com/GalangoorDuwalamiHealthcare/
👉 Uniforms for Kids - https://www.facebook.com/uniforms4kidsau/

01/10/2025

Come down to the Hervey Bay Seagulls club for the FREE family fun day event. Coordinator Mel and Tutor Hailley-Denim will be at the CQID tent to answer all of your HIPPY questions!

Family Fun Day Event ✨

Bring the whole family down to our CQID Family Fun Day! Enjoy a day filled with sporting activities, arts and crafts, food, obstacle course, colour fun run and lots of other fun things to do! 🌳☀️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

📍Hervey Bay RSL Seagulls Rugby League - Football Grounds🏉
🕘 10am - 2pm
🗓️ Thursday 2 October 2025

We hope to see you all there! 🤗

Feel free to reach out to our team if you would like to be a part of this day! ConnectedBeginningsHB@CQID.com.au