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…
Expanding Regional Access to Defence Kids
Our recent Defence Kids program at the Bear Grylls Survival Camp in Coffs Harbour reflects our continued commitment to expanding access to support for Defence…
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…
Bupa Healthy Cities Challenge Launch!
Recently Kookaburra Kids was proud to be part of the launch of the Bupa Healthy Cities Challenge at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. Visitors…
Strengthening our Defence Kids program
In September our team was in Melbourne hosting the first in a series of round table collaborations, focused on strengthening our Defence Kids Program in…
Program Milestones Across Queensland
It has been a significant period of firsts for Kookaburra Kids, with the delivery of two milestone programs across Queensland. In partnership with Wellways Carer…
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…
Kookaburra Kids Welcomes New Era of Carer Support in Cairns.
We were fortunate to attend the official opening of the new Wellways Carer Hub in Cairns, marking the beginning of an exciting chapter for carer…
New Research Highlights Role of Nature in Supporting Young People’s Mental Wellbeing
New study shines a light on the psychological benefits of nature-based activities, including stress reduction and attention restoration, through Kookaburra Kids Regenerate Program. The Australian…
Fresh Air at Swan Valley Adventure Camp
There’s nothing like wide open space and time in nature to boost your wellbeing! Our young people made the most of the fresh air at…