Early Links

05/06/2026

💙 We’re proud long-time supporters of Todd and the incredible Susan Roskell Toy and Gift Drive - a cause close to our hearts at ConnectAbility encompassing Early Links.

Each year, we look forward to kicking things off at the annual Trivia Night & Launch at club Maitland City and we can’t wait to be there again for the 2026 campaign 🎉

With an amazing night planned - including trivia with Bear McKenzie, raffles and silent auctions - it’s a fantastic way to have fun while supporting local families in need.👉 Get your team together and book a table as we’d love to see you there supporting this incredible cause alongside us!

05/06/2026

⏰ Final month to support local legends while making a real difference in our community!

We're proud to partner with the incredible team at Clarke & Co Estate Agents, a local business that shares our commitment to giving back and creating positive outcomes for people across the Hunter and Newcastle region. 💜

Why Clarke & Co?
✨ Founded by locals Nick and Taylah Clarke in 2021, they have quickly grown to a prominent real estate agency
✨Their team are spread across Maitland and Newcastle providing a deep understanding of local market knowledge
✨Nick Clarke is known as one of Australia's top-selling real estate agents!
✨ Passionate about supporting the local community
✨ Dedicated to helping sellers maximise the value of their property

🏡 For every property referral that mentions ConnectAbility, Clarke & Co will donate $1,000 from each completed sale directly to support the people and communities we work alongside.

Know someone preparing to sell? Share this post and encourage them to mention ConnectAbility when they contact the team.

Every referral helps strengthen our community and supports the important work we do together. Thank you for helping us turn property sales into positive change. 💜

03/06/2026

💬 School Holiday Availability – July 2026! 🚨

Beat the waitlists and make the most of the July school holidays with ConnectAbility & Early Links support services.

We have limited openings available for:
✅ Occupational Therapy (OT) Assessments
✅ Functional Capacity Assessments (FCA)
✅ Speech Pathology Assessments

The school holidays are a great opportunity to fast-track assessments and get supports in place ahead of the new term.

📞 Call us today to secure your spot and avoid delays.
Spots are limited and filling fast – don’t miss out!

29/05/2026

🎨✨ Colour us happy this Feel Good Friday!

Early Links, a division of ConnectAbility, is proud to be part of an organisation supporting people across all stages of life through disability services like supported independent living, plan management, community access, our Warabrook Hub day program, support coordination, and many more.

This Feel Good Friday, we’re celebrating our Supported Independent Living customers, who recently joined a local colour run - raising funds to support Wheeling & Able, another local charity helping families of children with physical disabilities access equipment, assistive technology and resources for greater independence and wellbeing.

🌈One of the highlights (aside from being sprayed with vibrant colour and laughing incredibly hard!) was connecting with the lovely team at Piggotts Pharmacy Merewether, who gifted everyone colourful wands. 💜

A beautiful reminder that strong community connections can really brighten the day, and our customers had an absolute blast waving their way through all the colour and fun! 🎉

Check out all our services at connectability.org.au, earlylinks.org.au and findingyellow.org.au and get in touch today on 02 4962 1000 to talk to our friendly staff.

27/05/2026

⭐ July Holiday Dance Group!

Led by a Therapist + AHA, this is one fun, creative movement group for kids!
Let your child move, groove, and build confidence these school holidays. Our therapist‑led dance group blends creativity, coordination, social connection, and pure fun.

🌟 Goals Targeted
Social connection and communication
Emotional regulation
Gross motor skills
Coordination + balance
Body awareness
Following instructions + sequencing

📅 Running Tuesday 7th and Tuesday 14th July 2026, 2:30-3:30pm
📍 19 Galway Bay Drive, Ashtonfield

For bookings, please call the office (02) 4962 1000 or email [email protected]
Give your child a chance to shine, move, and connect - spots are limited!

26/05/2026

🌈✨ July School Holiday Groups are here!
It’s time to lock in your spot with ConnectAbility encompassing EarlyLinks 🙌

Our Ashtonfield clinic has released group dates, and they’ll fill fast so book in now! 👀
🗓 Monday 6 June: 10am and 12:30 available
🗓 Tuesday 7 June:10am available
🗓 Monday 13 June: 10am and 12:30 available
🗓 Tuesday 14 June: 10am available
⏰ Check the image for session times 👇
🎉 Fun, engaging groups designed to support learning, connection and development these school holidays!

💜We ALSO have school holiday availability for speech pathology assessments across all locations - Muswellbrook, Ashtonfield, Kurri and Maitland - and for any age (children to adults!) making it a great opportunity for individuals and families who find it difficult to book appointments during the busy school term.

📲 Get in quick and book your place today! If you're new to our amazing service or simply want more information please call our team on 02 4962 1000 ( 2). 💜

26/05/2026

This National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), we’re reminded that reconciliation starts with each of us.

The 2026 theme, “All In,” calls on every Australian to step forward, because meaningful change happens when we listen, learn, and take action together.

At ConnectAbility encompassing Early Links, we believe in the power of community, connection, and respect. We’re committed to creating spaces where every person feels valued, heard, and empowered to achieve their goals. We're "all in," today and every day 💜

26/05/2026

One of our super amazing paediatric physios Ange Hamilton is looking forward to being on the ground at Charlestown for this event next week. Don’t forget to pop in in the calendar and come and say hi! 👋🏼 

👋 Come meet ConnectAbility's Paediatric Physiotherapist at the You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo!
💜Ange runs our Baby Foundations programs and is passionate about supporting little ones through movement, play, feeding and early development 👣🥣 Come meet us at Charlestown to chat, ask questions and learn simple, practical tips you can use every day.
✨ Free event
🎈 Kids’ entertainment daily
🎁 Goodies while stocks last
📍 Centre Court, Level 1: outside Myer at Charlestown
⏰ 9am–1pm daily + Thursday late session 3–7pm
We’ll be there, so come say hi and meet Ange! ( on Instagram)

Interested in booking in for the next sessions at .hub.warnersbay? Held weekly every Wednesday 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
Starting from Wednesday, 17 June 2026 to Wednesday, 15 July 2026
(stickytickets.com.au/ukle5h/baby_foundations.asp

20/05/2026

👩‍🍳👨‍🍳Tuesday afternoons at ConnectAbility's Early Links Ashtonfield clinic have never been busier with our Dietitian-led cooking and nutrition program, Little Chef’s Club! 🫶

Over the past few weeks, our Little Chefs have explored different foods and buit their confidence in the kitchen.😎 From decorating their aprons to creating delicious dishes like meatballs, pancakes, and colourful veggie plates, it’s been wonderful to see their skills and enthusiasm grow each week.

Our dietitians have loved watching them develop independence, try new foods, and engage with their peers in a fun and supportive environment.

💜Interested in joining Little Chef’s Club?
Designed for 6-12yo children, the program focuses on building confidence with food, developing practical cooking skills, and encouraging positive mealtime experiences in a fun, supportive group setting.

Spots are limited though! Would you like your child to be part of future groups? Simply visit surveymonkey.com/r/X8VHKWP and our team will be in touch with information about upcoming programs.