Name: Services Australia – Grandparents Foster and Kinship Adviser Program, May
Start: 2027-05-22T10:00:00+10:00
End: 2027-05-22T11:30:00+10:00
Location: Online Zoom

December 2026
Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Youth Mental Health First Aid  – December

December 3 @ 9:00 am - December 4 @ 4:00 pm

Booln Booln Cultural Centre, Wathaurong Country 410 Surf Coast Hwy, Charlemont, VIC, Australia

Virtual Event

Presented by Baydon Widdicombe, this course teaches participants how to provide initial support to an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young person (12-18y.o) who may be experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis, until professional support is received or the crisis resolves.

Training Details -

Date: 3 and 4 December
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (including a lunch break)
Location: Booln Booln Cultural Centre. 410 Surfcoast Highway, Grovedale VIC
Presented by: Baydon Widdicombe

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Learning and Development Retreat for Carers of First Nations Children and Young People – The Sands Resort – Torquay

December 5 - December 6

The Sands Resort 2 Sands Blvd, Torquay, VIC, Australia

Join Carer Kafe for an enriching two-day Learning and Development Retreat on the traditional lands of the Wadawurrung Peoples of the Kulin Nation. Connect with fellow carers and gain insights from expert presenters through an engaging conference program in a supportive and welcoming environment.

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February 2027
Strengthening Cultural Connections (Replacing Nikara’s Journey) – Online, 12 & 19 February

February 12, 2027 @ 9:30 am - February 19, 2027 @ 3:30 pm

Online Zoom

Virtual Event

A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

Click here to view the Participant's Workbook

It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.

Time: 9.30am-3.30pm

Date: Friday 12 & Friday 19 February 2027

Location: Online

Presented by: VACCA

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FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder): Big Behaviours

February 13, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online Zoom

Virtual Event

This session will provide carers with information and strategies for supporting children and young people living with FASD who display challenging behaviours, including a focus on challenges that may arise during adolescence.

Training Details
Facilitator: NOFASD (National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders)
Date: Saturday, 13 February 2027
Time: 10:00am -12:00pm

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Services Australia – Grandparents Foster and Kinship Adviser Program, February

February 18, 2027 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Online Zoom

Join Services Australia for an informative session on the Grandparents Foster and Kinship Advisor Program, eligible claims, how to make them, and where to get trusted advice and support.

Key details:
Facilitator: Services Australia
Date: Thursday 18 February 2027
Time: 6.30 PM – 8.00 PM

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March 2027
Strengthening Cultural Connections (Replacing Nikara’s Journey) – Online, 6 & 12 March

March 6, 2027 @ 9:30 am - March 12, 2027 @ 3:30 pm

Online Zoom

Virtual Event

A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

Click here to view the Participant's Workbook

It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.

Time: 9.30am-3.30pm

Date: Saturday 6 & Friday 12 March 2027

Location: Online

Presented by: VACCA

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Neurodiversity Series — Supporting with Interoception: Towards Self-Regulation with Neurodivergent Children in Care

March 20, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Online Zoom

Virtual Event

This webinar will upskill and empower the carers of neurodivergent children (Autism & ADHD) in their care on how to build their interoceptive awareness which is a pre-requisite to developing self-regulation.

Training Details-

Facilitator: Christina Keeble

Date: Saturday 20 March 2027

Time: 10.00 AM – 1.00 PM

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May 2027
Strengthening Cultural Connections (Replacing Nikara’s Journey) – Online, 1 & 8 May

May 1, 2027 @ 9:30 am - May 8, 2027 @ 3:30 pm

Online Zoom

Virtual Event

A 2-part, online, introductory workshop on caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Presented by VACCA. Strengthening Cultural Connections reflects a wide range of topics and information that non-Aboriginal carers need when caring for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.

Click here to view the Participant's Workbook

It would be great if you could familiarise yourself with the participants workbook before attending the training. There is no need to read the entire workbook or print it, as it will be referred to throughout the session.

Time: 9.30am-3.30pm

Date: Saturday 1 & Saturday 8 May 2027

Location: Online

Presented by: VACCA

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FASD and Education: Supporting your child with FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) at school

May 8, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online Zoom

Virtual Event

NOFASD Australia will provide carers with practical information, strategies and confidence to support children and young people living with FASD in the school environment - and to work effectively with educators to promote learning, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Training Details
Facilitator: NOFASD (National Organisation for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders)
Date: Saturday 08 May 2027
Time: 10.00 AM – 12.00 PM

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Services Australia – Grandparents Foster and Kinship Adviser Program, May

May 22, 2027 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Online Zoom

Join Services Australia for an informative session on the Grandparents Foster and Kinship Advisor Program, eligible claims, how to make them, and where to get trusted advice and support.

Key details:
Facilitator: Services Australia
Date: Saturday 22 May 2027
Time: 10.00 AM – 11.30 AM

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