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…
Caring for those who care!
Recently over 60 veterans and their families came together in Brisbane for a Caring for Veterans event, led by veterans advocate and former Australian Army…
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…
Every act of kindness starts with a reason.
During National Student Volunteer Week in August, we celebrating the theme “Powered by Purpose”, a reminder that behind every student who volunteers, there’s a powerful…
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…
Thank You for Being a Mental Health Hero!
To everyone who donated to our End of Financial Year Appeal, THANK YOU!. Because of your generosity, you’ve helped us raise more than $50,000 to…
Naidoc Week 2025
This NAIDOC Week, we celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The 2025 theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision,…
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…
We’re Growing and So is Our Impact
At Kookaburra Kids, we’ve expanded our reach to support even more young people impacted by family mental illness, and the numbers speak for themselves. FY2023/24…
Thank you NAOS!
We’re incredibly proud to celebrate a milestone partnership with NAOS Asset Management, who have been supporting Kookaburra Kids for five years. As our longest-standing corporate…