Koe-nara, Cessnock Schools as Community Centre

15/06/2026

Playgroup is on tomorrow, Tuesday June 15 from 10 to 11.30. We have a Speech Pathologist from Health coming to visit during playgroup too.

Catch up with you soon!!

12/06/2026

🌟 NEW PROGRAM COMMENCING IN TERM 3 🌟

We're excited to introduce Bubs Connections, a new weekly group for parents, carers and their babies aged 0–12 months.

The first year of parenting can be both rewarding and challenging. Bubs Connections has been created to provide a welcoming space where families can connect with others, access information and support, and enjoy quality time with their babies.

Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your growing family, we'd love to welcome you.

👶 Babies aged 0–12 months
🤝 Connect with other local families

📅 Commencing Term 3
To register your interest, visit:
https://forms.gle/csAd2omn9TKJzNWj9

11/06/2026

🌟 Circle of Security Parenting Program – Term 3 🌟

Are you looking to better understand your child’s emotions, strengthen your connection, and build confidence in your parenting journey?

Join us for the Circle of Security Parenting Program, a free evidence-based course that helps parents and carers understand their child’s emotional needs, support emotional regulation, build self-esteem, and create secure, trusting relationships. Circle of Security is designed to help parents recognise and respond to their child's needs in ways that promote secure attachment and emotional wellbeing.

📅 Thursdays, 6 August – 10 September 2026
🕧 12:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Cessnock
☕ Afternoon tea and childcare provided

Places are limited and registrations are essential.

👉 Register your interest:
Contact Koe-nara Facilitator Shanna
https://forms.gle/VQ93SS515TUW2GKHA

We welcome parents and carers who would like to learn practical ways to support their child's emotional development while connecting with other local families.

08/06/2026

The painting is finished!! Playgroup is back at Koe-Nara today from 10-11.30. See you soon!!

01/06/2026

Our building is still in the middle of being painted. Playgroup is back at Veterans Park Aberdare tomorrow from 10-11.30.

26/05/2026

Today, 26 May, we mark National Sorry Day

National Sorry Day is a time to pause, remember and acknowledge the Stolen Generations.

This year’s theme, From Sorry to Action, reminds us that words alone are not enough. As we approach 30 years since the Bringing Them Home report was tabled, we honour the strength and resilience of survivors and acknowledge their ongoing commitment to truth-telling, healing and justice.

To find out more visit 👉 https://healingfoundation.org.au/stolen-generations/national-sorry-day

25/05/2026

Mother Nature has beaten us. Sorry no playgroup today.
🤞🏻hopefully we are back to normal next week🤞🏻

25/05/2026

Our building is being painted this week!!! So rather than cancel playgroup we will go to Veterans Park. It’s a little further along Rawson St or Aberdare Rd. Same time as usual 10-11.30.
Hope to see you there!!

22/05/2026

18/05/2026

Playgroup is on tomorrow 19 May from 10 to 11.30 am.