Northside Community Service

07/03/2025

🌟 Supporting Children’s Emotional Development at Treehouse 🌟

At Treehouse, our Safe Place helps children acknowledge, regulate, and express their emotions. It combines the Conscious Discipline skill of composure with the power of perception, guiding children through five steps of self-regulation:

1. I Am – Acknowledge the initial upset.
2. I Calm – Engage in active calming (breathing, sensory/fidget toys, etc.).
3. I Feel – Identify the feeling (with or without an educator’s help).
4. I Choose – Consciously choose additional calming activities.
5. I Solve – Solve the original problem with the help of an educator.

We are proud to be rated Exceeding National Quality Standard, reflecting our commitment to excellence in early childhood education.

🌟 Help Your Child Thrive at Treehouse in the Park Early Learning Centre! 🌟

📞 Call: 0450761194
📧 Email: [email protected]
Enrol Now and Experience the Difference!

27/02/2025

🌟 Supporting Children at Harrison ECC 🌟

At Harrison ECC, we believe in fostering positive behaviour through strong, trusting relationships. By understanding that behaviour is a form of communication, we respond with empathy and support, helping children navigate their emotions and develop essential social skills. 💖

We’re proud to be rated Exceeding National Quality Standard, reflecting our commitment to excellence in early childhood education.

Learn more about our Conscious Discipline approach and how we nurture emotional well-being: https://consciousdiscipline.com/

Enroll your child today by calling 0450761194 or emailing [email protected].

Join our community dedicated to nurturing the next generation!

23/02/2025

**Community Open Day – Happening Now! 🎉**

Come down and join us for a fantastic day at **Haig Park!** We’ve got something for everyone:

🧘‍♂️ Sessions– Relax and recharge
🚴 Fix ‘n’ Ride Bicycle DIY Workshop** – Learn to fix your bike
🎶 **Live Music** – Enjoy some great tunes
🎨 **Craft Activities** – Get creative
🛍️ **Haig Park Village Markets** – Explore local stalls
🐾 Party** – Fun for our furry friends!

It’s all happening **now** – so grab your friends and family and head over! See you soon! 💛

20/02/2025

👋 North Canberra Families!

🌟 Welcome to Our Early Childhood Centre! 🌟

Discover a nurturing, supportive, and engaging environment for your child. We offer play-based learning, individualized care, and positive relationships.

📞 Contact Nadine for enrolment info: 0450761194 or [email protected]

📍 Book a tour today and see the difference!

We’ve been supporting our community in North Canberra – and beyond – since 1976.

14/02/2025

🎉 Celebrating 50 Years of Pedal Power! 🚴‍♂️

We are thrilled to congratulate Pedal Power ACT on their long-standing commitment to the community. Join in for a series of exciting events to mark this milestone! See the post below for more details.

This year Pedal Power is celebrating 50 years.
As part of our celebration, we are planning a number of events. Here are the first 3 of the year:
Saturday 1 March 2025
Pedalling Together Ride,
Celebrating Volunteering in the ACT.

Saturday 8 March 2025
Fancy Women's Ride
for International Women's Day

Sunday 4 May 2025
Family Cycling Picnic
for Star Wars Day.

More information and to register https://www.pedalpower.org.au/events

Made possible by City Renewal Canberra grant.

30/01/2025

🌟 Excited to Launch the Latest Issue of News from Northside! 🌟

Each edition showcases the incredible efforts of the Northside Team, with stories highlighting the significant impact on our communities. We are thrilled to present the achievements of the past six months, including the events we’ve attended, the programs we’ve implemented, and the benefits our clients have enjoyed.

A heartfelt thank you to all our contributors for their dedication and hard work. Your efforts make these stories possible and inspire us all.

Please read, share and like these stories - who knows whom they will inspire! We eagerly await your comments and feedback.

Join us in celebrating our community’s successes and help spread the word by sharing this issue with your network!

Read the latest issue here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/0798aea9-f8a3-432f-876a-baae96d1e902

22/01/2025

21/01/2025

🚀 Join the Northside Team and Make a Real Impact! 🚀

We're thrilled to announce several exciting opportunities to join our passionate team at Northside. If you're eager to make a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re a progressive and modern community organisation that embraces diversity, social justice, and advocacy for those in our community whose voices are often unheard.

Current Openings:

🌟 Youth Engagement Officer
Empower young people by promoting their independence and skill development.

🚗 Home Support & Transport Workers
Enhance the lives of the frail aged and individuals with disabilities in Canberra.

📈 Manager (Community Programs)
Lead community-focused initiatives with strategic planning and implementation.

👶 Early Childhood Teacher
Shape young minds at our Early Learning Centre with your expertise.

🎓 Diploma Qualified Early Childhood Educator – Team Leader
Guide and inspire at our Harrison Early Childhood Centre.

Ready to join a team that’s making a difference? Apply now and be part of something meaningful!
🔗 https://www.northside.asn.au/join-the-team/job-vacancies/

20/01/2025

🌟 Get Ready, Canberra! 🌟

"FLIGHT: Drone SkyShow + Night Markets" is back this Australia Day weekend, and it’s set to be more spectacular than ever! 🎆🚁

🗓️ Dates: 24–26 January 2025
📍 Where: Two event hubs - Commonwealth Place & Regatta Point.

This award-winning event will take you to new heights with:

✨ Breathtaking new 3D drone designs
🎶 Immersive music that brings the show to life
🛍️ Vibrant night markets
🎭 Entertainment for the whole family

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience! For more details and show timings, visit: https://www.act.gov.au/our-canberra/latest-news/2025/january/flight-drone-skyshow-night-markets-return-to-canberra

Bring your friends and family and make it a weekend to remember! 💫

16/01/2025

Hurry, a few spots left for our NEST program starting 3rd Feb!

OzHarvest ’s Nutrition Education Skills Training (NEST) program is coming to Gunners Place!

📅 Starting Monday, 3rd February

⏰ 11:00 am - 1:30 pm

📍 Gunners Place - 8 Gribble Street - Gungahlin

Learn about healthy eating and cooking simple, low-cost meals over 6 fun-filled weeks. 🍽️

What to expect:

👩‍🍳 Hands-on cooking classes

🗣️ Interactive activities

🥗 Delicious meals shared after each session

Receive a certificate and a toolkit with easy, budget-friendly recipes! 🛍️

Don’t miss out! Fill out the Expression of Interest to join:

https://bit.ly/4heGz1u

For further information, contact Tyrone at 02 6171 800 or email [email protected].

13/01/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that we will be setting up our stall at the 2025 National Multicultural Festival on Sunday, 9th February! 🌏✨

Join us to explore a diverse array of programs that span all age groups—from nurturing Early Childhood and empowering Youth Development to enriching Aged Care, fostering Community Development, and offering versatile Venue Hire facilities—each celebrating the unique tapestry of cultures that define our community.

📅 When: 9th February

📍 Where: Section F - South Glebe, Stall Number: F19 (See the next slide for sections on the map)

We can't wait to see you there and share the joy of our culture with you! 🌟

For more details, visit: www.multiculturalfestival.com.au

09/01/2025

📢 Honouring the Legacy of Sue Salthouse AM 🌟

We are proud to continue the legacy of the incredible Sue Salthouse AM (1949-2020). Sue was a passionate advocate for justice and equality, dedicating her life to improving the lives of women with disabilities. Her leadership and activism continue to inspire us every day.

🌿 The Salthouse Community Centre in Haig Park, named in her honour, is a vibrant space designed to bring people together. Nestled in the beautiful park landscape north of Mort Street in Braddon, The Salthouse is available for hire by community groups and individuals alike. Whether you're hosting a meeting, a celebration, or an event, this venue is the perfect place to connect, celebrate, and enrich our communities.

Join us in celebrating Sue's enduring impact and discover how The Salthouse can be a part of your next gathering. Let's keep her legacy alive! 💙

📍 Explore The Salthouse: https://www.northside.asn.au/venue-hire/salthouse-community-centre/

City Renewal Canberra

06/01/2025

Welcome to 2025! 🎉 We are kicking off the new year with a celebration of community, creativity, and collaboration.

We at Northside Community Service are proud to have supported the incredible Yerrabi Yurwang Child and Family Aboriginal Corporation in their recent youth program! This inspiring initiative, run over 10 days including an overnight camp, culminated in the creation of an amazing film clip/song in collaboration with Desert Pea Media. 🎥🎶

Throughout the program, Northside provided essential transport with our van, ensuring participants could travel to various locations, including the camp. We also had two of our dedicated staff members on-site to support the camp activities, and we were thrilled to provide goodie bags for all the participants! 🎒✨

A huge shoutout and thank you to Yerrabi Yurwang and Desert Pea Media for running such a fantastic program that empowers and uplifts our youth. We are honoured to be part of this journey. 💙

Desert Pea Media and Yerrabi Yurwang Child & Family Aboriginal Corporation are very proud to present the release of the debut single from ‘YY (Yerrabi Yurwan...

18/12/2024

🎄✨ Northside wishes you and your family a safe and restful break! ✨🎄

Our programs and offices will be closed from Wednesday 25 December to Wednesday 1 January, reopening on Thursday 2 January.

Our colleagues at Access Canberra have asked that we pass on a message about planning ahead when contacting them! 📞 To avoid the Christmas rush, we encourage you to complete your transactions online or over the phone with Access Canberra—it’s quick, easy, and convenient!

If you do need to visit a Service Centre, make sure to plan ahead—don’t leave it to the last minute. 📅

Reminder: All Access Canberra Service Centres will be closed from 5pm, Monday 23 December. During this time, Service Centres will not be available.

For more information on service availability and to access online options, visit the ACT Government website - https://www.act.gov.au/service-availability.