Royal Far West

Royal Far West Royal Far West is an Australian charity dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of country children.

Established in 1924, Royal Far West is one of Australia’s most enduring and respected charities dedicated to connecting kids in rural and remote communities to the care they need. We offer health, education and disability services for country children and their families at the Centre for Country Kids in Manly, virtually via Telecare, and in local communities. Right now, 190,000 children across rur

al and remote Australia have health and developmental needs that can’t be met because of where they live. Royal Far West’s 95+ paediatric clinicians support country kids aged up to 12 with speech and language delays; behavioural and conduct disorders; early life trauma and mental illness; autism, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorders.

12,046 families, educators and health professionals received support last year and the need for services is growing. Find out more at www.royalfarwest.org.au/
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Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, carers and father figures in our Royal Far West community. 💙...
05/09/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, carers and father figures in our Royal Far West community. 💙

Today, we celebrate the dads who show up every day with strength, patience, encouragement and love. Whether you're cheering from the sidelines, offering a comforting hug, or helping a child navigate life's challenges, your support makes a world of difference.

Thank you for everything you do for your children and families.

Wishing you a wonderful Father's Day from all of us at Royal Far West.

04/09/2026

As seen on Seven News last night, Royal Far West is bringing specialist child development and mental health services closer to home for families in Gulgong and Dunedoo thanks to our longstanding partnership with Glencore Coal Australia.

A longstanding partnership is helping more country children access the support they need to thrive. 💙 Since 2018, Glenc...
04/09/2026

A longstanding partnership is helping more country children access the support they need to thrive. 💙

Since 2018, Glencore Coal Australia has partnered with Royal Far West to improve access to specialist health and developmental services for children living in regional Queensland. In 2025, that partnership expanded into New South Wales, supporting children and families in Gulgong and Dunedoo.

Over the past 12 months, Royal Far West has worked closely with these communities to deliver Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Psychology services closer to home, helping reduce the barriers that distance can create for regional families.

In the program's first year:
✅ 100 local children received support
✅ 346 clinical occasions of service were delivered
✅ 27 parents and carers were supported
✅ 38 educators received professional guidance

By supporting children, families and educators together, the partnership is creating stronger foundations for lifelong learning, wellbeing and development.

Read more about the impact being achieved in Gulgong and Dunedoo and the future of the program: https://www.royalfarwest.org.au/100-local-children-supported-in-the-first-year-of-royal-far-west-and-glencore-partnership-in-nsw/

🌟 Supporting children and families in Bourke 🌟 During our August community visit, Royal Far West specialists, including ...
03/09/2026

🌟 Supporting children and families in Bourke 🌟

During our August community visit, Royal Far West specialists, including a psychologist, speech pathologist and occupational therapist, worked alongside local children, families and educators to deliver screenings, observations, assessments, parent education and professional learning opportunities.

A highlight of the week was spending time with local Elder Uncle Phil and learning more about the rich cultural stories that shape the Bourke community.

Together with Bourke and District Children's Services, and thanks to the ongoing support of Minderoo Foundation, we're helping country children access the allied health services they need, close to home.

Read more: https://www.royalfarwest.org.au/in-community/supporting-bourke-children-through-allied-health/

02/09/2026

Today we celebrated Indigenous Literacy Day at Royal Far West with a staff book swap!

We enjoyed reading and sharing Indigenous Literacy Day books, as well as chatting about the stories that have shaped us, challenged us, and stayed with us long after the final page. From childhood favourites to life-changing reads, it was wonderful to see the power of books bringing people together.

📖 What's one book that has made a huge difference in your life? We'd love to hear your recommendation in the comments below. 👇

The Indigenous Literacy Foundation

Royal Far West is cheering on an incredible young advocate, Dusty Langby.At just 12 years old, Dusty is walking 540km fr...
31/08/2026

Royal Far West is cheering on an incredible young advocate, Dusty Langby.

At just 12 years old, Dusty is walking 540km from Warren to Parliament House in Canberra to raise $1 million for Little Wings and shine a spotlight on the need for better paediatric healthcare for children living in regional Australia.

Dusty set off yesterday from Warren to Trangie and has today been making his way to Narromine. His determination, courage and commitment to helping other children is truly inspiring.

We're behind you every step of the way, Dusty. 💙

Follow and support Dusty's journey: 👉 Dollar For Dusty 👉 givenow.com.au/dollar-for-dusty

As we wrap up Speech Pathology Week, we're reflecting on the incredible contribution of Royal Far West's Speech Patholog...
28/08/2026

As we wrap up Speech Pathology Week, we're reflecting on the incredible contribution of Royal Far West's Speech Pathology team.

This year's theme, Communication Creates Possibility, is brought to life every day through the expertise and commitment of our Speechies, who support children and families across regional, rural and remote Australia.

From helping children find their voice to building the skills needed to learn, participate and thrive, their impact extends far beyond a single therapy session.

This week we're celebrating:
🔹 44 Speech Pathologists working across Australia
🔹 Our longest-serving Speechie, with 26 years at Royal Far West
🔹 A record 421 Speech Pathology sessions delivered in just one week! (Achieved this month)

Thank you to our Speech Pathology team for creating possibilities for country kids and their families, every day.

Speech Pathology Australia

Supporting children, families and educators in Cootamundra 💙 Last week, Royal Far West's multidisciplinary team visited ...
26/08/2026

Supporting children, families and educators in Cootamundra 💙

Last week, Royal Far West's multidisciplinary team visited EA Southee Public School and Cootamundra Preschool, delivering a range of wellbeing and resilience building initiatives designed to support children, families and communities impacted by disasters.

Our team, Darby (Psychologist), Lisa (Social Worker) and Georgia (Occupational Therapist), worked alongside educators and families through classroom observations, parent and teacher meetings, case discussions and an information session focused on healthy development in the early years.

Educators also took part in professional learning focused on creating regulation-supportive classrooms.

Working together with local school communities helps strengthen collective capacity and ensures children have access to the support they need to build confidence, resilience and positive wellbeing outcomes.

This initiative is proudly funded under the Disaster Ready Fund – An Australian Government Initiative, with support from both the Australian Government and the NSW Government.

This Speech Pathology Week, we’re celebrating the theme Communication Creates Possibility – and the vital role communica...
25/08/2026

This Speech Pathology Week, we’re celebrating the theme Communication Creates Possibility – and the vital role communication plays in helping children learn, connect, and thrive! ✨

❤️📚 Helping kids become confident readers starts at home. That's why our Royal Far West Speech Pathologists have put together practical, expert advice to support your child's communication, literacy, and learning.

From expert reading tips to age-appropriate book recommendations, discover how you can nurture a lifelong love of reading and build strong foundational skills.

🔗 Read the blog for our top tips: https://www.royalfarwest.org.au/speech-pathology-week-reading-tips-children/

Speech Pathology Australia

✨ Celebrating Speech Pathology Week 2026Communication helps us connect, learn, express ourselves and participate in ever...
23/08/2026

✨ Celebrating Speech Pathology Week 2026

Communication helps us connect, learn, express ourselves and participate in everyday life. That's why this year's Speech Pathology Week theme, Communication Creates Possibility, is such an important reminder of the difference communication support can make.

At Royal Far West, we're proud to celebrate our dedicated speech pathologists who support children and families to build communication skills, confidence and connection.

Thank you to Speech Pathology Australia for championing awareness of the vital role speech pathologists play in helping people communicate and thrive.

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