[CAIRNS HUB] Christmas Crafternoon (under 18's)

Are you under 18 and helping someone who needs a bit of extra support?

Maybe you help with meals, emotional support, shopping, medicine, or just being there when they need you most.

Supporting someone you love is a big job - but hey, you deserve support too!

🎅 What’s On

Join us for a Christmas Crafternoon - a festive collab between Wellways Carer Gateway and Kookaburra Kids!
It’s your chance to take a break, get creative and connect with other young carers who get it.

You can:
🎁 Make your own Christmas cards + tree decorations
🖍️ Dive into craft and let your creativity shine
💬 Learn about Wellways + Kookaburra Kids support programs
🎮 Play games, hang out, or just chill with your device and free wifi

Come for the crafts or come for the vibes -this arvo is all about you!

📅 Event Details

🗓 When: Sunday 21 December, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: Wellways Carer Gateway Hub, 141–143 Abbott St, Cairns
👧 Who: Young carers aged 8–18

🧃 Snacks + Fun Provided

Craft supplies, snacks, games and plenty of Christmas cheer - all sorted for you!

💫 Meet Your Hosts

Donna Raymond – Wellways Carer Gateway Hub Navigator
Your hostess with the mostest! Donna’s here to bring the festive fun and help parents register their kids for Carer Gateway supports.
(New to Carer Gateway? No worries! Just bring a parent to sign a quick consent form when you arrive.)

Miyu Inai – Kookaburra Kids Young Carer Community Outreach Coordinator
Meet Miyu (say it like “Me-You”) - she runs awesome programs for young people across Cairns and Townsville, supporting your wellbeing and mental health.

All staff and volunteers hold current Blue Cards and police checks.

✅ Spots are limited - register now and join the fun!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you this Christmas! 🎄💫