North East Coordination & Support Hub

27/08/2025

TOMORROW MORNING! DONT FORGET TO COME PLAY 🥳🎊🎉

🎉 PLAY TIME IS BACK! 🎉

Looking for a fun, safe, and engaging space for your little ones to explore, create, and play?
Join us EVERY THURSDAY from 9:30am – 11:00am at 5 Wills Street, Wangaratta for our Play Time sessions! 🧸💛

✨ What’s in store:
🩺 Imaginative pretend play
🍽 Cute tea parties & play kitchens
🧱 Soft play and ball pit fun
🚗 Cars, blocks, and building activities
🎨 Space to make new friends and explore!

It’s the perfect chance for your kids to burn off energy, build skills, and have a blast — while you enjoy a friendly community atmosphere with other parents.

📅 When: Every Thursday
🕤 Time: 9:30am – 11am
📍 Where: 5 Wills Street, Wangaratta

💬 Tag your parent friends and make it a weekly play date!

26/08/2025

🌟 What’s On at NEC 🌟

We’d love to give a warm welcome to Nathan and Larissa, who have recently joined our team 🤗👏

And a big welcome back to Todd, who is busy creating some awesome Bush Survival Skills Programs! 🌲🔥 His sessions will include camping, fishing, 4x4 driving and “How to Survive in the Bush 101.” 🏕️🐟🚙 for more information contact Todd on 0421804609

✨ Our amazing team – Paige, Mia, Nathan, Larissa, Todd and Cayla – all currently have capacity to support existing participants, and we’re excited to share that we also have room to welcome new participants into our NEC family. 💜

Don’t forget 👉 our Play Centre is open Monday–Thursday, 9:30am–3:00pm for anyone to drop in for a play! 🎉 While Sam is on personal leave, Todd is holding down the fort – so pop in, say hi, and see what we’re all about. - 5 Wills Street Wangaratta

Play group Every Thursday from 9:30am to 11am - let us know what you want your little ones exploring for future sessions ☺️

💬 Come have a chat with our incredible team and let’s explore how we can work together to provide you with strong, supportive care. 💪

22/08/2025

📢 Important Update for Families with Children on the Autism Spectrum

The government has announced a $2 billion “Thriving Kids” program which will change how children with mild to moderate autism receive support.

👉 What’s changing?
• Kids with mild/moderate autism will no longer automatically access the NDIS.
• Instead, they’ll be referred to “Thriving Kids” for early intervention therapies and supports.
• The NDIS will remain focused on children with severe and permanent disabilities.

🌱 What this could mean:
• Earlier access to therapies without the long NDIS process.
• More community-based services like speech, OT, and school supports.
• A sustainable NDIS for those with the highest needs.

⚠️ Concerns:
• Lack of clarity on what “Thriving Kids” will actually cover.
• Risk of service gaps if the new system isn’t ready when NDIS eligibility changes.
• Quality of support may depend on where you live.
• Many parents feel blindsided and worried about losing vital therapy for their kids.

🧾 Timeline:
• Rollout begins mid-2026, with full implementation by mid-2027.
• Current NDIS participants with autism will remain supported.

✅ Bottom line: Children with ASD will still get support, but the pathway will change. Families need clear, consistent information and strong funding to ensure no child is left behind.

22/08/2025

📢 Major Update: “Thriving Kids” Initiative Set to Replace NDIS Support for Some Children

The Australian government has announced a $2 billion “Thriving Kids” program aimed at providing early foundational support for children with mild to moderate autism or developmental delays, moving them off the NDIS. The reform is intended to make the NDIS more sustainable by focusing it on individuals with significant and permanent disabilities.


Key details include:
• Launch Timeline: Program rollout begins mid‑2026, with full implementation by mid‑2027. Changes to NDIS eligibility start once “Thriving Kids” is operational.

• Funding Expectations: The federal government will contribute $2 billion, matched by state and territory governments.

• Why the Change: NDIS growth has been unsustainable—particularly among children (~43% of participants under 15), who account for disproportionately low funding relative to usage. This shift aims to restore the scheme’s focus.

• Concerns Raised:
• Disability advocates and state leaders criticized the lack of consultation, and worry about transitional gaps and clarity on support delivery.

• Parents have expressed anxiety and confusion—some discovered the decision via social media—with fears that long-term progress could be jeopardised without clear, accessible alternatives.

• States like NSW and Victoria have voiced concerns about budget implications, the rushed timeline, and lack of detail.


The government is aiming to restructure support pathways for children with developmental needs. While it promises early intervention via a new model, many worry the transition lacks sufficient planning or broader input—raising serious concerns about the well-being of affected families.

13/08/2025

🎉 PLAY TIME IS BACK! 🎉

Looking for a fun, safe, and engaging space for your little ones to explore, create, and play?
Join us EVERY THURSDAY from 9:30am – 11:00am at 5 Wills Street, Wangaratta for our Play Time sessions! 🧸💛

✨ What’s in store:
🩺 Imaginative pretend play
🍽 Cute tea parties & play kitchens
🧱 Soft play and ball pit fun
🚗 Cars, blocks, and building activities
🎨 Space to make new friends and explore!

It’s the perfect chance for your kids to burn off energy, build skills, and have a blast — while you enjoy a friendly community atmosphere with other parents.

📅 When: Every Thursday
🕤 Time: 9:30am – 11am
📍 Where: 5 Wills Street, Wangaratta

💬 Tag your parent friends and make it a weekly play date!

12/08/2025

🚨✨ BIG ANNOUNCEMENT ✨🚨

We are officially Registered NDIS Providers 🎉
This means we can now welcome Agency Managed Participants into our services!

Whether you’re a child, teen, young adult, or older adult, our team is here to provide tailored, compassionate, and reliable support – helping you live your best life. 💜

✅ Respite Care – short-term accommodation for all ages
✅ Community & Connection – outings, activities & memorable experiences
✅ Stability & Support – safe, welcoming environments during challenging times
✅ Nurturing Care – personalised support to meet your unique needs

📅 Taking new referrals now – spots are limited!
📞 Call us on 0416 336 331
📧 Email samantha@northeastcoordination.com

💬 Tag someone who might benefit from our supports and share the good news!

10/08/2025

📢 Important Notice
We will be closed tomorrow for a deep clean, rearranging, and renovations 🧹🔧✨
We’ll be back to normal hours on Tuesday – we can’t wait to welcome you back to our refreshed space!

Thank you for your understanding 💛

08/08/2025

🩺💖 Doctor Teddy is ready to see you now! 💖🩺

Grab your stethoscope, put on your biggest smile, and let’s play future doctor!
With a little imagination, every teddy bear, doll, or even Dad can be your next patient.

👩‍⚕️ “Say ahhh!”
👨‍⚕️ “You’ll feel better in no time!”
🧸 Teddy says, “Thank you, doctor!”

Playing doctor isn’t just fun – it’s how little helpers learn to care, share, and dream big.
With the right love and support, today’s pretend check-up could be the first step toward tomorrow’s real-life hero.

🌟 So… who’s next for their check-up?

08/08/2025

✨ Big Personalities Role-Play – Let Your Imagination Run Wild! 🎭

Step into a world where anything is possible. In Big Personalities role-play, you’re not just playing a part – you’re bringing your imagination to life in ways it’s never been before.

🌟 Be bold. Be fearless. Be whoever you want to be.
🌍 Explore new worlds, wild adventures, and unexpected twists.
💡 Turn everyday moments into extraordinary stories.

Whether you’re channeling your inner movie star, daring hero, or mischievous villain, this is your chance to think big, dream bigger, and play without limits.

08/08/2025

🎉 We’re OPEN Today – And It’s All FREE! 🎉

Bring the family down to the Play Centre today for a fun-filled day – on us! 🥳

☕ Free Coffee – because parents deserve a treat!
👕 Free School Uniforms – limited sizes, first in best dressed!
🍱 Free Lunch Boxes – & Drink Bottles
📚 Free Books & Pencil Cases – get the kids stocked up for learning!

✨ Today Only – Don’t Miss Out! ✨
We can’t wait to see our amazing community come together – let’s make some memories! 💙

📍 5-7 Wills Street, Wangaratta
🕒 9:30sm till 2:30pm

08/08/2025

Free book shelf, 5 wills street Wangaratta