Pathfinders

Circle of Parenting Program
2025-03-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-09 10:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Sydney)
Circle of Security Parenting Program

📍 Pathfinders Inverell Office3 Glen Innes Road, Inverell NSW 2360

Pathfinders will be facilitating the Circle of Security Parenting Program (COSP) in Inverell the month. This free program, delivered by the Inverell Family Support Service, offers valuable tools and insights to help families strengthen relationships and enhance emotional security.

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or guardian, this program is for you!

📞 For more information and to register, contact IFYSS on (02) 6720 8850.

Pathfinders National Birth Certificate Program - Moree
2025-03-19 10:00 - 15:00
​Pathfinders is coming to Moree to help community members apply for their birth certificates – free of charge!

Having a birth certificate is essential for accessing vital services such as healthcare, education, and employment. If you or a family member need support with the application process, join us at one of our upcoming sign-up events:

Moree – Wednesday, 19 March 202510am – 3pmMoree Shae Academy114 Anne Street, Moree NSW

What to Bring:If possible, bring any ID you have, such as a Medicare Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.

Contact us for more information: 0429 684 488 Visit our website: www.pathfinders.ngo

This is a free service, and all community members are welcome.

Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program - Boggabilla
2025-03-21 09:30 - 15:00
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​Pathfinders is coming to Boggabilla to help community members apply for their birth certificates – free of charge!

Having a birth certificate is essential for accessing vital services such as healthcare, education, and employment. If you or a family member need support with the application process, join us at one of our upcoming sign-up events:

Boggabilla – Friday, 21 March 20259:30am – 3pmBoggabilla Central SchoolSouth Street, Boggabilla NSW

What to Bring:If possible, bring any ID you have, such as a Medicare Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.

Contact us for more information: 0429 684 488 Visit our website: www.pathfinders.ngo

This is a free service, and all community members are welcome.

Bunbun Playgroup
2025-03-21 10:00 - 12:00
We would like to invite you to join the fun with us at Bunbun this week!

As we explore all the different shapes and colours.

Friday 21, March 2025 | 10 am – 12 pm

Ashford Preschool, 53 Martyn Street, Ashford

We welcome new families to come and join us each week. Bring your little ones along to play, learn, and make new friends.

For more information, reach out to our Inverell Family Youth and Support Service on (02) 6720 8850

Nulla Nulla Yarning Group
2025-03-26 11:00 - 13:00
Our Kempsey Family Connect and Support team, is back for Week Four with the newly named ‘Nulla Nulla Yarning Group’.

During Week Four the group will share in a yarning circle whilst sharing in a jewellery making activity, followed by a selection of cold meat and salad sandwiches.

For more information, please contact Clarissa – 0486 011 040 or Tammy – 0406 269 295

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Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program – Port Augusta
2025-04-02 09:30 - 15:00
Pathfinders is coming to South Australia to help community members apply for their birth certificates – free of charge!

Having a birth certificate is essential for accessing vital services such as healthcare, education, and employment. If you or a family member need support with the application process, join us at one of our upcoming sign-up events:

Murray Bridge – Wednesday, 19 February 20259:30 AM – 3:30 PMNgarrindjeri Aboriginal Corporation4 Third Street, Murray Bridge, SA

Mount Gambier – Friday, 21 February 20259:30 AM – 3:30 PMPangula Mannamurna191 Commercial Street, Mount Gambier, SA

Port Augusta – Wednesday, 2 April 20259:30 AM – 3:00 PMThe Salvation Army Corps1/96 Carlton Parade, Port Augusta, SA

What to Bring:If possible, bring any ID you have, such as a Medicare Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.

Contact us for more information: 0429 684 488

This is a free service, and all community members are welcome.

ONLINE: Recognising Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
2025-04-05 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-04-08 19:00 - 20:30
This session will discuss burnout and how we can recognise it. It will explore compassion fatigue, strategies to relieve burnout and why we care for children with trauma.

This session will be facilitated by Trinh Ha.Register Here

Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program - Inverell
2025-04-07 09:30 - 15:00
Pathfinders is coming to Inverell to help community members apply for their birth certificates – free of charge!

Having a birth certificate is essential for accessing vital services such as healthcare, education, and employment. If you or a family member need support with the application process, join us at one of our upcoming sign-up events:

Inverell – Monday, 7 April 20259:30 am – 3:00 pmArmajun Linking Together Centre, 17 Wattle Place Inverell NSW 2360

What to Bring:If possible, bring any ID you have, such as a Medicare Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.

Contact us for more information: 0429 684 488 Visit our website: www.pathfinders.ngo

This is a free service, and all community members are welcome.

NSW Youth Week
2025-04-09 00:00 - 2025-04-17 23:59
This year, the youth week theme is about:

celebrating every young person’s unique strengths

recognising young people’s individual and collective power as our current and future influencers, leaders and decision makers.

Young people are invited to celebrate the theme by sharing who they are, their skills, qualities, something about themselves they are proud of, or something they are passionate about advocating for.

I am______________.

We are the future, and the future is now!

Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program - Glen Innes
2025-04-09 09:30 - 15:00
Pathfinders is coming to Glen Innes to help community members apply for their birth certificates – free of charge!

Having a birth certificate is essential for accessing vital services such as healthcare, education, and employment. If you or a family member need support with the application process, join us at one of our upcoming sign-up events:

Glen Innes – Wednesday, 9 April 20259:30 am – 3:00 pmPathfinders Office – 371 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW 2370

What to Bring:If possible, bring any ID you have, such as a Medicare Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.

Contact us for more information: 0429 684 488 Visit our website: www.pathfinders.ngo

This is a free service, and all community members are welcome.

Nulla Nulla Yarning Group
2025-04-09 11:00 - 13:00
Our Kempsey Family Connect and Support team, is back for final week of Term One with the newly named ‘Nulla Nulla Yarning Group’.

During Week Five the group will share in a yarning circle, Followed by Bingo, and a BBQ lunch.

For more information, please contact Clarissa – 0486 011 040 or Tammy – 0406 269 295.

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ONLINE: Recognising Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
2025-04-10 11:00 - 11:30
This session will discuss burnout and how we can recognise it. It will explore compassion fatigue, strategies to relieve burnout and why we care for children with trauma.

This session will be facilitated by Trinh Ha.

Register Here

Pathfinders National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program - Armidale
2025-04-14 09:30 - 15:00
Pathfinders is coming to Armidale to help community members apply for their birth certificates – free of charge!

Having a birth certificate is essential for accessing vital services such as healthcare, education, and employment. If you or a family member need support with the application process, join us at one of our upcoming sign-up events:

Armidale – Monday, 14 April 20259:30am – 3pmNew England Community College – The Traffic Education Centre10 Mann Street, Armidale NSW

What to Bring:If possible, bring any ID you have, such as a Medicare Card, Health Care Card or Pension Card.

Contact us for more information: 0429 684 488 Visit our website: www.pathfinders.ngo

This is a free service, and all community members are welcome.

National Families Week 2025
2025-05-12 00:00 - 2025-05-18 23:59
National Families Week 2025 will take place from 12 to 18 May 2025.

The theme for 2025 is:

“Lending a Hand to Thrive – Supporting Each Other.”

National Reconciliation Week
2025-05-27 00:00 - 2025-06-03 23:59
Bridging Now to Next urges us to look ahead and continue the push forward as past lessons guide us.

At a time when Australia faces uncertainty in its reconciliation journey, this theme calls on all Australians to step forward together.

ONLINE: The Impact of Trauma on Child Development
2025-06-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-14 10:00 - 11:00
This training event explores the significant effects of trauma on the developmental processes and

outcomes in children.

This session will be facilitated by Continuum Consulting.Register Here

NAIDOC Week 2025
2025-07-06 00:00 - 2025-07-13 23:59
NAIDOC Week marks a powerful milestone: 50 years of honoring and elevating Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. The 2025 theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy,” celebrates not only the achievements of the past but the bright future ahead, empowered by the strength of our young leaders, the vision of our communities, and the legacy of our ancestors.

Homes North and Pathfinders NAIDOC Event - Armidale
2025-07-08 11:00 - 14:00
Homes North, WAS, and Pathfinders Youth Refuge.

Photo Booth, Burning and Painting Walking Sticks, Boomerang painting, Bead making and a Free BBQ.

Hastings NAIDOC Family Fun Day -
2025-07-10 01:30 - 02:00
Hastings NAIDOC Family Fun Day

Join us for the NAIDOC Family Fun Day in Wauchope on Thursday 11 July!

Bring the whole family for a day filled with exciting activities and cultural celebrations hosted by the Hastings NAIDOC planning committee. Enjoy performances by local dance groups, pony rides, a reptile show, Elders circle. Dance to the beats of the DJ, experience a silent disco, and visit the petting zoo.

Visit the Council stall for a badge-making activity, learn about the Sea Country project and our furry friends.

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to celebrate NAIDOC Week with fun for everyone.

NAIDOC Family Fun Day - Armidale
2025-07-10 10:00 - 15:00
Pathfinders is teaming up with Basketball NSW for a fun-filled NAIDOC Week Family Fun Day in Armidale!

There will be entertainment throughout the day, a variety of craft stalls to explore, and a FREE BBQ lunch generously provided and run by Services Our Way.

Basketball activities will be available for everyone, including fun introductory sessions for children aged 4 to 10, and exciting 3×3 basketball games for young people aged 8 to 17.

Register to play here: https://shorter.me/rD3qM

Come along for a great day out! – We can’t wait to see you there!

National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day
2025-08-04 00:00 - 23:59
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day is our national day dedicated to celebrating our children and has been held every year on the 4 August since 1988.

National Children’s Day gives all Australians the opportunity to show their support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and learn about the impact that culture, family and community play in the life of every Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander child.

National Homelessness Week
2025-08-04 08:00 - 2025-08-10 17:00
Hosted by Homelessness Australia, Homelessness Week is held each year to build community support and drive government action to end homelessness. Throughout the week, services and community groups across the country will raise awareness, share solutions, and advocate for change through local events, media, and social media campaigns.

The theme for 2025 is “Homelessness Action Now.”

Pathfinders Darwin Office - Offical Opening
2025-08-12 10:00 - 16:00
Pathfinders is excited to announce the official opening of its first office in Darwin, located at 2D/17 University Drive, Palmerston NT.

To mark this milestone, the public is warmly invited to join us for a community open day on Tuesday, 12 August 2025, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the team, explore Pathfinders’ programs, and help celebrate our growing presence in the Northern Territory.

PNABC sign up event - Palmerston NT
2025-08-13 10:00 - 14:00
Pathfinders is proud to host a National Aboriginal Birth Certificate Program event in Darwin, offering free birth certificates for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The event will take place on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, at 3D/17 University Drive, Palmerston NT. Community members are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this important opportunity to obtain a birth certificate free of charge.
