Parents of Australian children living with autism have been left in limbo after state and federal leaders agreed to delay an early intervention program.
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Posted inBeaches and Surf, Education, Parenting and kids, Port Macquarie, Water
Autism Swim’s Dippers Program returns with inclusive beach and ocean safety
Lighthouse Beach, Port Macquarie will once again host Autism Swim’s inclusive beach and ocean safety program. Read more here.
Posted inBellingen, Entertainment, Parenting and kids, Recreation
Camp Creative comes alive for 40th year in Bellingen
Bellingen bellowed with creativity and inspiration last week as more than 1200 ‘campers’ immersed themselves in the arts at the 40th annual Camp Creative.
Posted inEntertainment, Parenting and kids, Recreation, Sawtell
Sawtell pool’s future sparks community concern as council floats long-term aquatic strategy
The future of Sawtell Pool has come under scrutiny as locals push back against a draft council strategy that could see the much-loved facility transformed into a water-play park.
Posted inLocal News, Parenting and kids
Foster Carer needed across North Coast as NSW launches statewide recruitment campaign
The State Government has launched a statewide campaign to boost foster care recruitment across New South Wales, with an urgent call for carers in regional areas such as the North Coast.
Posted inClarence Valley, Entertainment, Good News, Parenting and kids, Recreation
Track upgrade powers ahead for Clarence Valley BMX riders
Clarence Valley’s BMX community is gearing up for a faster, safer future thanks to $19,250 to resurface the track at the Clarence Valley BMX Club.
Posted inBallina, Entertainment, Parenting and kids, Recreation
First-class pump track opens in Ballina
Ballina Shire Council has officially opened the new Ballina Pump Track at Kingsford Smith Reserve in the heart of Ballina.
Posted inByron Bay, Good News, Parenting and kids
One mum’s baby bundles become life-changing charity
Evie Wood was giving away the newborn clothes her baby had outgrown when a local social worker said the women she worked with could benefit from bundles like the one […]
Posted inBallina, Parenting and kids
New Ballina pump track to officially open
Ballina Shire’s newest recreational facility, a national competition-standard pump track, will officially open next week, offering a dynamic new space for riders of all ages and skill levels.
Posted inNSW Politics, Parenting and kids, Technology
NSW joins High Court battle to protect kids online
NSW has joined South Australia to defend Australia’s world-first social media ban for under-16s against a High Court challenge brought by several plaintiffs.