Creating moments of connection beyond our programs
Several Kookaburra Kids families in Townsville recently had the opportunity to attend an NRL match through the North Queensland Cowboys Field of Dreams program, an…
Data, when used well, can change lives
Data, when used well, can change lives. We’re proud to have worked alongside the Australian Bureau of Statistics LCDI Community Team to better understand the…
ANZAC Events in the NT
In the lead up to ANZAC Day, Kookaburra Kids has been working across the Darwin region to bring Defence families and communities together through a…
Three incredible volunteers. Over 450 hours each.
A huge thank you to Scott, Ian and Jordan, who have each contributed more than 450 volunteer hours with Kookaburra Kids so far in 2026….
More support for regional Australia
For the first time, Kookaburra Kids has delivered a camp for Defence Kids in the Gippsland region of Victoria, opening the door for local young…
From Kookaburra Kid to Volunteer – Konrad’s Story
Konrad was just 10 years old when he attended his first Kookaburra Kids camp, our very first camp back in 2002. Growing up, life felt…
Kookaburra Kids Named FIA Awards Finalist
We are proud to share that the Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation has been named a finalist in the Fundraising Institute Australia National Awards for Excellence…
Art for Kookaburra Kids
Say hello to the AMAZING artist behind our 2025 End of Year card! This is Imogen Rae, age 10, Kookaburra Kid, friend-collector, art-lover and all-round…
Celebrating Young Carers this Carers Week
Every October, Carers Week celebrates the 2.65 million Australians who provide care and support to someone living with mental illness, disability, chronic illness or ageing….
Three Brothers, One Shared Journey with Kookaburra Kids
At Kookaburra Kids, we’re out to create positive mental health outcomes for young people impacted by family mental illness, through camps, activity days, and programs…
Harry’s Journey
When Harry first joined Kookaburra Kids Regenerate program, he was carrying more than a young person should have to. Through our programs, he found a…
First Regenerate Camp for 2025
Our first Bupa Regenerate Camp for 2025 took place in the stunning surrounds of Portsea, Victoria, offering young people a chance to connect with nature,…