Street Address 38 Takalvan Street
Email: bbg@childcare.com.au
Phone: (07) 4154 3755
Email: bbg@childcare.com.au
Website: www.childcare.com.au

Long Day Care
Street Address 26a Takalvan Street
Postal Address 26a Takalvan Street
Email: bbw@childcare.com.au
Phone: (07) 4152 6901
Email: bbw@childcare.com.au

Long Day Care. Before & After School Care. Vacation Care. Home Style Meals. Air Conditioned.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 10a Branyan Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: info@acornchildcare.com.au
Phone: (07) 4153 0333
Fax: (07) 4153 0330
Email: info@acornchildcare.com.au
Website: http://www.acornchildcare.com.au/

The AASC is a national program that is part of the Australian Government’s $116m Building a Healthy, Active Australia package. It provides primary school-aged children with access to free, structured physical activity programs in the after-school time slot of 3.00pm to 5.30pm. This program received a funding boost in the 2007 Budget and will now be running until 2010. The program is designed to engage traditionally non-active children in structured physical activities and to build pathways with local community organisations, including sporting clubs. Free community Coach Training Courses are run throughout the year to teach the Game Sense philosophy to deliverers and other interested persons. There are currently 21 schools and outside school hours care services involved in the Bundaberg region which extends up to Agnes Water and out to Mt Perry.
Operating Times: Office open Monday - Friday usually 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
Street Address 111 Targo Street (upstairs)
Postal Address P.O. Box 8449 Bargara Qld 4670
Email: duncan.aldred@ausport.gov.au
Phone: (07) 4153 3796
Mobile: 0427 700 931
Email: duncan.aldred@ausport.gov.au

A play-based gross motor coordination development program. Come along and join with your child and be physically active. Climbing, jumping, marching, running, dancing and much more.
Meeting Place: Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre, 111 Targo Street
Operating Times: Tuesdays 9:30am - 10:30am
Postal Address C/- 111 Targo Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: bcaf@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 1614
Fax: (07) 4153 1586
Mobile: Program Facilitator - Maryann Parton 0419 673 169
Email: bcaf@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Website: http://www.kenalwynbnc.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Long Day Care
Street Address 258 Avoca Road
Phone: (07) 4152 7330

Care for children 0-5 years. Quality care for infants 0-2 years, junior Kindy 2-3 years, Senior Kindy, 3-4 years and Preschool 4-5 years. Vacation care and after school care available.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address Cnr Dittman and Branyan Road
Email: avoca@communitykids.net.au
Phone: (07) 4155 1190
Fax: (07) 4155 1727
Email: avoca@communitykids.net.au
Notes: Wheelchair Access: Yes

Ages 0-4 years. Informal playgroup with safe outdoor play area, group story/music time, range of activities for babies, toddlers, preschoolers. Includes occasional outings/excursions.
Meeting Place: Bargara State School (Kids in Care Building)
Operating Times: Tuesday 9.30 am to 11.30am
Phone: Elissa (07) 4155 6123

0-4 years. Informal playgroup with a regular routine, group story/music sessions and a range of organised activities for babies and toddlers. Go on outings once a month.
Meeting Place: St Peters Anglican Church Hall, Bauer Street, Bargara
Operating Times: Mondays 9.30 am to 11.30 am
Phone: Nikki (07) 4154 7376

Full time care. Children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Vacation care, with qualified and experienced staff.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 11 Fairymead Road
Postal Address P.O. Box 7079 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: bonneytots@hotmail.com / bonneytots@bhchildcare.co
Phone: (07) 4151 7111 Head Office (07) 5557 6000
Fax: (07) 4151 8570
Email: bonneytots@hotmail.com / bonneytots@bhchildcare.co
Website: www.bhchildcare.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Information referral service, community workshops, education courses, literacy/numeracy, speech therapy, free tax help, social groups, venue hire, Multicultural Community Worker, Migrant Settlement Worker, Child and Family Program, free legal advice sessions, support groups.
Operating Times: 9.00am to 3.00pm (Monday to Friday)
Street Address 111 Targo Street
Postal Address 111 Targo Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: info@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 1614
Fax: (07) 4153 1586
Email: info@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Website: http://www.kenalwynbnc.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Home based child care - small numbers, registered carers, subsidised fees, 24 hour service, 365 days per year, study, work related, emergency care, children with disabilities.
Operating Times: 9.00am to 2.00pm (Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri) and 9.00am to 12noon (Wed)
Street Address 14 Fitzgerald Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 4324 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: fdcbundy@bigpond.net.au
Phone: (07) 4152 9233/(07) 4152 8791/(07) 4159 2320
Fax: (07) 4152 7468
Email: fdcbundy@bigpond.net.au
Website: www.fdcbundaberg.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Bundaberg Child and Family Centre provides a central point for family members to access information, support and referrals to other services. The Centre supports who meet most days at the Bundaberg and District Neighbourhood Centre and provides a range of services including educational social support.
Operating Times: The Centre is open 9.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday or by appointment.
Street Address 111 Targo St
Postal Address 111 Targo Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: bcaf@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 1614
Fax: (07) 4153 1586
Email: bcaf@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Notes: Wheelchair Access: Yes

The toy library offers an extensive range of toys, educational resources and learning materials to suit all ages and levels of development. An annual membership applies, enabling members to borrow 4 items for a month. Membership is open to all and discounted for those with a referral. There is a range of adapted toys and equipment for people with disabilities including positioning and therapeutic equipment, communication devices and beach wheelchairs.
Operating Times: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9.00am - 1.00pm and Thursday 1.00pm - 5.00pm, 9.00am to 11.00 am (Sat)
Street Address 127 Woondooma Street (off Powers St)
Postal Address P.O. Box 2010 Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: bundabergtoylibrary@bigpond.com
Phone: (07) 4153 2909
Fax: (07) 4153 2910
Email: bundabergtoylibrary@bigpond.com
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

0-4 years. Playgroup with a regular routine and activities including group story/music.
Meeting Place: Buxton Hall, Powers Street, Buxton
Operating Times: Thursday 9.30am to 11.30am
Phone: April (07) 4126 7179

Child care service.
Operating Times: 7.30am to 5.30pm
Street Address 134 Walker Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 490 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: bundabergtafe@candk.asm.au
Phone: (07) 4152 8011
Fax: (07) 4151 1102
Email: bundabergtafe@candk.asm.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Street Address Cnr Sea Esplanade & Zunker St Burnett Heads
Email: coralcoast@candk.asn.au
Phone: (07) 4159 4566
Fax: (07) 4159 4571
Email: coralcoast@candk.asn.au
Website: http://www.candk.asn.au/

Occasional, sessional and long day care for children from 5 days to 5 years of age.
Operating Times: 7.00am to 6.00pm
Street Address 39 Woondooma Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 253 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: julie.whalley@ymca.org.au
Phone: (07) 4132 8230
Fax: (07) 4151 6870
Email: julie.whalley@ymca.org.au
Website: www.bundaberg.ymca.org.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

The health and well being of children and families in the Wide Bay District. Community Family Health Nursing and Allied Health Professionals provide education and support for parents. Within group sessions, growth and development and relevant parenting information are included in discussion. Community Family Health is actively involved in Health Promotion and is willing to provide information on any issue relating to the health of children and adolescents (up to 18).
Operating Times: Child Health Individual consultations: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday morning and Wednesday afternoon by appointment only. Group sessions are held regularly to correspond with the Personal Health Record Book. For appointment phone 4150 2746. School Health Services are available by contacting 4150 2772 or through each school.
Street Address Margaret Rose Centre, 312 Bourbong Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 34 BUNDABERG QLD 4670
Phone: (07) 4150 2700
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Early Intervention Program focuses on assisting children aged 0-8 with a disability and their families access to local community resources. Early Intervention Program contains 3 elements: 1. In-home support, 2. Centre based supported playgroup at Old Barolin School located on Elliott Heads Road and 3. Access to other community services.
Operating Times: Monday-Thursday 9.00am-12noon / 1.00pm-4.00pm, Friday 9.00am-12noon.
Street Address Shop 5/245 Bourbong Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 2402 Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: cara@communitylsinc.com.au
Phone: (07) 4151 3260
Fax: (07) 4151 3515
Mobile: 0427 646 641
Email: cara@communitylsinc.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Access: Yes

6 weeks to 6 years. Quality Accredited Centre. Professional Staff. Individual Education Programmes. Warm Nurturing Environment.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 25 Kathleen Drive Innes Park North Qld 4670
Phone: (07) 4154 7511

Long Day care Centre providing high quality care and education for children from 0 to 5 years of age. Highest quality accreditation of 3 years. Programs that challenge and develop children as individuals.Also have a new pick-up and drop-off service.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 294 Branyan Drive
Postal Address 294 Branyan Drive Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: eycc@bigpond.com
Phone: (07) 4155 2544
Fax: (07) 4155 3693
Email: eycc@bigpond.com

Full time care. Children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Occasional care, Vaca-tion care, separate area for before and after primary school care, drop off and pick up to and from local primary schools.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 37 Olsen Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 6274 East Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: eastsidell@bigpond.com
Phone: (07) 4153 4440
Fax: (07) 4153 4262
Email: eastsidell@bigpond.com

Quality Early Childhood Education and Care for kindergarten and preschool age children. Affiliated with the Creche and Kindergarten Association of Qld.
Operating Times: 9.00am to 2.30pm (Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri), 9.00am to 12noon (Wed)
Street Address 66 Totten Street
Postal Address 66 Totten Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: forestviewkindy@tpg.com.au
Phone: (07) 4152 1930
Fax: (07) 4152 1930
Email: forestviewkindy@tpg.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

We are a community based child care service which offers supervised care for young children in private homes of authorised care providers. Our scheme is an accredited service which offers quality care for children aged 0-12 years old. CCB available for approved families.
Operating Times: Flexible Hours.
Street Address Walker Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 218 Gin Gin QLD 4671
Email: ginginfdc@cofcqld.com.au
Phone: (07) 4157 3776
Fax: (07) 4157 3779
Mobile: 0448 632 528
Email: ginginfdc@cofcqld.com.au
Website: http://care.cofcqld.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Fully qualified staff provide an educational program for children aged 3-5 years. Parent participation welcome.
Operating Times: Wednesday and Friday 9.00 am - 2.30pm
Street Address 27 Elliott Street
Postal Address PO Box 29 Gin Gin Qld 4671
Email: ginginkindy@ripper.com.au
Phone: (07) 4157 2279
Email: ginginkindy@ripper.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Come along and join the fun and games, craft activities, story time, singing and make some new friends. Everyone welcome!
Meeting Place: Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre
Operating Times: Every Wednesday 9.00am - 11.00am (except school holidays)
Postal Address C/- Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre, 111 Targo St Bundaberg Qld 4670
Phone: Joanne Back (07) 4159 9909
Website: http://www.playgroupaustralia.com.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

0-4 years. An informal playgroup with outdoor play area with some organised activities.
Meeting Place: Isis Child & Family Support Service, 14 Hinkler Street, Childers
Operating Times: Tuesday 10.00 am to 12noon
Phone: Alexis (07) 4126 3138

Free service for young mothers and expectant mums aged 15-24 whose children are under pre-school age (eligibility criteria applies) and who identify the need for parenting assistance. We provide a safe, comfortable child-friendly environment for mums and their children. Providing one-to-one support, developing parenting techniques, linking into other community services, mentoring service, individual and group activities, practical hands-on approach to parenting. A drop-in centre that offers individual support.
Operating Times: 8.00am to 5.00pm
Street Address 106-108 Bargara Road
Postal Address P.O. Box 694 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: mail@impact.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 4233
Fax: (07) 4153 1181
Email: mail@impact.org.au
Website: http://www.impact.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

In-Home Care Wide Bay is a not-for-profit, community based service providing professional, flexible childcare in the family home to families whose care needs cannot be met by mainstream services. It is funded by the Federal Government and families are eligible to apply for the Child Care Benefit. In-Home Child Care Wide Bay provides care for children in their own home by approved carers. This enables children to experience stability and security in their familiar family environment. Care is available for children from 0 to 16 years of age. The family meets one or more of the following criteria: · the child has, or lives with another child who has an illness or a disability; · the child's guardian (or guardian's partner) has an illness or disability that affects their ability to care for the child; · the child lives in a rural or remote area; · the work hours of the child's guardian (or guardian's partner) are hours when no other approved child care service is available; · the child's guardian (or guardian's partner) is caring for three or more children who have not yet started school
Operating Times: Office hours are Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
Street Address 571 Kent Street
Postal Address 571 Kent Street Maryborough Qld 4650
Email: angela.hauser@cofcqld.com.au
Phone: (07) 4122 4153
Fax: (07) 4123 0270
Mobile: 0429 632 798
Email: angela.hauser@cofcqld.com.au
Website: http://www.cofcqld.com.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Early education program for 3 - 5 year olds.
Operating Times: Monday to Friday 9.00am - 2.30pm
Street Address 14 Pizzey Street
Email: isiskindie@bigpond.com
Phone: (07) 4126 1241
Fax: (07) 4126 2264
Email: isiskindie@bigpond.com

Family Day Care is a quality home based child care carried out in the homes of experienced care providers. Our scheme is an accredited service which offers quality care for children aged 6 weeks - 12 years old. We offer full time, part time, before and after school, seasonal care, school holiday care and 24 hour care for special circumstances. CCB available for approved families.
Meeting Place: 4/75 Churchill Street, Childers
Operating Times: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm
Street Address 4/75 Churchill Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 661 Childers Qld 4660
Email: isis@fdcq.com.au
Phone: (07) 4126 2856
Fax: (07) 4126 3087
Mobile: 0439 717 139
Email: isis@fdcq.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Before and after school care - Monday to Friday during school terms. Vacation care for 5-15 years, Monday to Friday during school holiday periods excluding public holidays. Child Care benefit available to eligible families. A service of Bundaberg Regional Council.
Meeting Place: Childers State School
Operating Times: Before School Care: 6.30am-9am /After School Care: 3pm-6pm/ Vacation Care 7.00am to 6.00pm
Street Address Mungomery Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 3130 Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: oshc@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
Phone: (07) 4130 4669
Fax: (07) 4126 2897
Mobile: 0427 590 213
Email: oshc@bundaberg.qld.gov.au
Website: http://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/

Playgroup, Enrichment Program and Vacation Care Program.
Operating Times: 8.30 am - 12.30 pm (Weekdays)
Street Address 96 Hinkler Avenue
Postal Address P.O. Box 7031 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Phone: (07) 4151 6484
Fax: (07) 4151 5396
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: yes

24-hour free confidential telephone and online counselling service for 5 to 25 year olds. Web counselling available from 3.00pm to 9.00pm (Monday to Friday) and 10.00am to 5.00pm (Saturday and Sunday).
Operating Times: Counselling 24 hours/7 days. Administration: 9.00am to 5.00pm (Monday to Friday)
Postal Address P.O. Box 2000 Milton Qld 4064
Email: admin@kidshelp.com.au
Phone: 1800 551 800 Counselling Line / (07) 3369 1588 Adm
Fax: (07) 3367 1266
Email: admin@kidshelp.com.au
Website: http://www.kidshelp.com.au/

Kidsafe QLD is a non-profit organisation dedicated to preventing unintentional death and injury to children. Kidsafe has baby capsules and short term car seats for hire and restraint checking and fitting service. Kidsafe conducts and fosters research into the causes of accidental injury to children and the effectiveness of preventative measures.
Meeting Place: 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday
Street Address 50 Bramston Tce Herston Qld 4029
Email: qld@kidsafe.org.au
Phone: (07) 3854 1829
Fax: (07) 3252 7900
Email: qld@kidsafe.org.au
Website: http://www.kidsafeqld.com.au/

Long Day Care
Street Address 115 Hughes Road Bargara
Phone: (07) 4159 1155

The centre has been established for 25 years and we are a warm friendly, caring staff where child's self esteem and parents concerns are our priority. We aim for a "homely" atmosphere where each individual child's needs are met. We are fully accredited service and have Kindy sessions for children aged between 3 and 5 years of age
Operating Times: 6.00am to 6.00pm
Street Address 14A Tarakan Street
Postal Address 14A Tarakan Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: learnandplay@optusnet.com
Phone: (07) 4152 4096
Fax: (07) 4152 4096
Email: learnandplay@optusnet.com
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: No

Long Day Care
Street Address 146 Elliott Heads Road
Phone: (07) 4151 1880

Face to Face Counselling, Men and Families, Family Care Service, Indigenous Family Care Service, Domestic Violence, Retro-net video link counselling, Financial Counselling, Gambling Help Service, SCASP Supporting Children After Separation, EIS Early Intervention Services Training programs and workshops as advertised.
Operating Times: Face to Face counselling Services 8.30am-4.00pm (Monday to Friday), 24 hour telephone counselling 131 114
Street Address 3a River Terrace
Postal Address P.O. Box 1473 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: lifeline.bundaberg@lccq.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 8400
Fax: (07) 4153 4949
Email: lifeline.bundaberg@lccq.org.au
Website: http://www.lccq.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

A high quality Centre, that caters for children aged from 6 weeks. Our Centre provides all meals as well as nappies. The Centre aims to provide the highest quality of care, all staff are qualified and provide programmes based on the individual's needs, strengths, interest areas, and aims to help each child to reach their developmental milestones. The Centre is a modern building and provides an atmosphere that is both relaxed and inviting. The Centre is fully licensed and accredited. We aim to provide a Centre that is both friendly and welcoming. Inspections are welcome at any time.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 56 Searle Street
Postal Address 56 Searle Street Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: littlepiper@rambomail.com.au
Phone: (07) 4153 5656
Fax: (07) 4154 1211
Email: littlepiper@rambomail.com.au
Website: www.littleworldoflearning.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Ages 0-5 years. Informal playgroup with regular routine, safe outdoor play area, group music time, range of organised activities including craft.
Meeting Place: Isis Child & Family Support Service, 14 Hinkler Street, Childers
Operating Times: Friday 9.30am to 11.30am
Phone: Jan (07) 4126 1183

Fundraising so that we grant cherished wishes to children under the age of 18 years who sadly have a life threatening illness.
Operating Times: Meets on the third Monday of each month.
Postal Address Unit 111, 21 Walters Street, Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: Pat.Russell3@bigpond.com
Phone: (07) 4152 3196
Mobile: 0414 316 437
Email: Pat.Russell3@bigpond.com

Ages 0-5 years. Playgroup with regular routine, safe outdoor play area, group story/music time and organised activities. Includes outings.
Meeting Place: Moore Park Beach Community Centre, Club Avenue
Operating Times: Tuesday 9am to 11am (School Term Only)
Email: samjmatthews@bigpond.com
Phone: Samantha (07) 41548898
Mobile: 0488 069 614
Email: samjmatthews@bigpond.com

A playgroup with a multicultural focus which welcomes all families to share experiences and enjoy arts, crafts, outdoor play activities, sining and storytelling. Monthly off site visits. Morning session for preschool aged children and afternoon groups includes older siblings
Meeting Place: Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre
Operating Times: Monday 9.30am - 11.30am and Wednesday 3.30pm - 5.00pm
Street Address 111 Targo Street BUNDABERG QLD 4670
Postal Address 111 Targo Street BUNDABERG
Email: bcaf@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 1614
Mobile: (07) 4153 1586
Email: bcaf@kenalwynbnc.org.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

MyTime gives parents/carers the chance to socialise and share ideas with others who understand the rewards and intensity of the caring role. Parents can meet with people in similar circumstances to have fun, hear from others and find out about available community support. Research-based parenting information will also be available at group meetings
Operating Times: 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month
Postal Address PO Box 947 Maryborough Qld 4650
Email: j.puller@noahsark.net.au
Phone: (07) 4121 7100
Fax: (07) 4122 3147
Mobile: 0407 137 699
Email: j.puller@noahsark.net.au
Website: http://www.noahsark.net.au/

Newborn and Family Drop-in Service Free Queensland Health community based service that supports early parenting, offering a range of services that specifically target the first eight weeks of an infant’s life. These services include; infant weights and developmental checks, information and support about parenting, infant feeding, infant sleep and settling, postnatal depression and supportive services. Small group parenting information sessions provide an opportunity for parents to socialise and meet with other parents. Plenty of parking including disabled enables easy access to this service. Parents can just drop-in to this ‘Well Baby’ service, and talk to a midwife or child health nurse. No appointment required!
Operating Times: Every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 9.00am - 12.00noon & 12.30pm - 3.00pm
Street Address 81 Barolin Street
Postal Address PO Box 34 BUNDABERG QLD 4670
Email: margaretbrame@health.qld.gov.au
Phone: (07) 4150 2413
Fax: (07) 4150 2419
Email: margaretbrame@health.qld.gov.au

Noah’s Ark Inclusion Support Agency is part of the Inclusion and Professional Support Program (IPSP), a new integrated approach to meeting the professional and inclusion support needs of child care services. Each Inclusion Support Agency manages a network of skilled Inclusion Support Facilitators who work at a local level with child care services to: 1. Build their capacity to create an inclusive environment for all children and families, that supports their wellbeing and development. 2. Promote the awareness of and responsiveness to the following priority groups: • children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, including refugee children • children with ongoing high support needs including children with a disability • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
Operating Times: Monday - Friday 8am – 4pm
Postal Address PO Box 947 Maryborough Qld 4650
Email: isa8@noahsark.net.au
Phone: (07) 4121 7100
Fax: (07) 4122 3147
Mobile: 0407 137 699
Email: isa8@noahsark.net.au
Website: http://www.noahsark.net.au/

Ages 0-4 years. Playgroup with a safe outdoor play area, group story/music time, includes organised activities for babies through to preschoolers.
Meeting Place: Oakwood Community Church Hall, 544 Gin Gin Road, Bundaberg
Operating Times: Tuesdays 9.30 am to 11.30 am
Phone: Michelle (07) 4157 7905
Mobile: 0427 358 461

PACT aims to assist children through the Court System. Please phone for Bundaberg contact details.
Operating Times: 8.30am - 4.30pm.
Street Address 51 Jacaranda Avenue
Postal Address P.O. Box 6011 Logan Central QLD 4114
Email: pact@pact.org.au
Phone: (07) 3290 0111
Fax: (07) 3290 0499
Email: pact@pact.org.au
Website: http://www.pact.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: yes

A high quality Centre, that caters for children aged from 6 weeks. Our Centre provides all meals as well as nappies. The Centre aims to provide the highest quality of care, all staff are qualified and provide programmes based on the individuals, needs, strengths, interest areas, and aims to help each child to reach their developmental milestones. The Centre is a modern building and provides an atmosphere that is both relaxed and inviting. The Centre is fully licensed and accredited. We aim to provide a Centre that is both friendly and welcoming. Inspections are welcome at any time.
Operating Times: 6.30am to 6.30pm
Street Address 61 Ruddell Street
Postal Address 61 Ruddell Street Bundaberg Qld 4670
Phone: (07) 4154 2100
Fax: (07) 4154 4637
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Peak body for Playgroups throughout Queensland. Playgroup Queensland supports and establishes new playgroups and works with community groups. Phone Playgroup Queensland to find out about Playgroups in your area.
Operating Times: 9.00am to 5.00pm (Monday to Friday) State Office
Street Address 86 Orchid Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 339 Alderley QLD 4051
Email: info@playgroupqld.com.au
Phone: 1800 171 882 / Office 3855 9600
Fax: (07) 3855 9699
Email: info@playgroupqld.com.au
Website: http://www.playgroupaustralia.com.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

If you have a child aged from birth to 5 years and are looking for a morning out then our playgroup may be the place for you. Come along and make some new friends and enjoy a fun filled morning for you and your child. Art/Craft activities, as well as stories and songs.
Meeting Place: Bundaberg Neighbourhood Centre, 111 Targo Street, Bundaberg
Operating Times: Thursday 9.00am - 11.30am
Phone: (07) 4153 1614

Children (aged up to 13 years) experiencing emotional, social, behavioural difficulties at home or school. A range of early intervention services which address the ongoing physical, psychological and developmental well-being of children of the Bundaberg district. Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist, Psychologist and family support
Operating Times: 8.40 am - 5.00 pm
Street Address 57 Maryborough Street
Postal Address PO Box 1328 Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: bbg@bushkids.org.au
Phone: (07) 4152 3799
Fax: (07) 4152 7022
Email: bbg@bushkids.org.au
Website: http://www.bushkids.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair accessible: Yes

The SCASP program provides counselling, group work and support to children and young persons affected by the recent or past separation of their parents. Relevant education and workshop programs on request. This is a free service.
Operating Times: 8.30am to 4.00pm (Monday to Friday)
Street Address Cnr River Terrace and Penny Streets
Postal Address P.O. Box 1473 Bundaberg Qld 4670
Email: lifeline.bundaberg@lccq.org.au
Phone: (07) 4153 8400
Fax: (07) 4153 4949
Email: lifeline.bundaberg@lccq.org.au
Website: http://www.lccq.org.au/
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Our service offers an educational kindergarten program for 3 to 5 year olds. Children can be enrolled from their third birthday. The service offers full day program, two days per week, run by fully qualified staff.
Operating Times: 9.00am to 2.30pm (Tuesday and Thursday)
Street Address 16 Bunyarra Drive
Postal Address 16 Bunyarra Drive South Kolan Qld 4670
Email: southkolankindy@bigpond.com
Phone: (07) 4157 7369 / Emergency (07) 4157 4238
Fax: (07) 4157 7369
Email: southkolankindy@bigpond.com
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Street Address 1a Elizabeth St Bundaberg South
Phone: (07) 4132 6807

Long day care service, providing care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years.
Operating Times: Monday to Friday 6.30am to 6.30pm. Closed public holidays.
Street Address 47 Somerset Street
Postal Address 47 Somerset Street Gin Gin Qld 4671
Email: themangotreeccc@live.com.au
Phone: (07) 4157 3488
Mobile: 0408 895 120
Email: themangotreeccc@live.com.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

The Pyjama Foundation was founded in 2004 to support foster cares and provide extra help for our community's most vulnerable children. Our goal is to alleviate some of the pressue on foster carers in a practical way, focussing specifically on improving the children's literacy skills. The Pyjama Foundation recruits, screen, trains and supports volunteers from the community - our Pyjama Angels. Pyjama Angels are matched with a child in care and visit them once a week for an hour to help them with their literacy
Postal Address PO Box 9161 BURNETT HEADS QLD 4670
Email: cressida@thepyjamafoundation.com
Mobile: 0417 761 593
Email: cressida@thepyjamafoundation.com
Website: www.thepyjamafoundation.com

0-4 years. Playgroup with a regular routine, a safe outdoor play area and a range of organised activities.
Meeting Place: Gin Gin Kindergarten, 27 Elliott Street, Gin Gin
Operating Times: Tuesday 9.00am to 12noon
Phone: Lisa (07) 4157 1041

Kindergarten 9am-3pm Monday & Wednesday. Limited Hours Care Tuesday and Friday 8am - 4pm.
Street Address 8 Walla Street
Phone: (07) 4157 6333
Fax: (07) 4157 6443

Before and after school care - Monday to Friday during school terms. Vacation care for 5-15 years, Monday to Friday during school holiday periods excluding public holidays. Child Care benefit approved and disability access.
Operating Times: 7.00am to 6.00pm
Street Address Hurst Street
Postal Address P.O. Box 253 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: julie.whalley@ymca.org.au
Phone: (07) 4151 4055
Fax: (07) 4151 6870
Mobile: 0414 267 967
Email: julie.whalley@ymca.org.au
Website: www.bundaberg.ymca.org.au
Notes: Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Young Lives: Mental Health and Wellbeing Assessment Service is a community focused service that aims to provide responsive, appropriate and comprehensive mental health and wellbeing assessment and care to all children, adolescents and young persons (up to 25 years of age) experiencing serious and/or complex mental health and wellbeing conditions.
Operating Times: Maryborough Clinic Thursdays and Fridays Bundaberg Clinic Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Postal Address PO Box 3142 Maryborough Qld 4650
Email: Brady_James_Young@younglivesmentalhealthandwellbei
Phone: (07) 4123 5077
Fax: (07) 4123 5277
Email: Brady_James_Young@younglivesmentalhealthandwellbei
Website: http://www.younglivesmentalhealthandwellbeingassessmentservice.org/