A springboard to social: The community of swimming lessons

We know that swimming lessons are critical for a child’s safety around water. Early exposure to swimming assists young children in becoming comfortable in the water, significantly reducing the risk of drowning. But beyond safety, swimming lessons provide valuable...
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Sanctuary Early Learning Buderim achieves Exceeding

Nurturing growth through independence and curiosity at Sunshine Coast childcare service Sanctuary Early Learning Buderim.  Nestled amongst the tropical hinterland of sunny Buderim, you will find Sanctuary Early Learning Adventure. This Sunshine Coast child care centre...
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3 Ways to get better results from your child’s swimming lessons

All parents want their children to be safer in and around the water. However, these potentially life-saving skills can take many years to learn. But is it possible to fast-track this process so kids rapidly develop strong and independent swimming skills? Skills that...
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School Holiday Activities: Brisbane – Sunshine Coast – Gold Coast

Spring has sprung, and our Spring School Holiday Guide is here to level up your school holidays! Packed with things to do with kids and activity ideas for school holidays Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and Gold Coast. The bell has almost rung for Term 3, and the spring...
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5 surprising benefits of swimming lessons

We all know learning to swim is a skill for life and creates exciting opportunities to participate in a wide range of aquatic activities in, on or under the water. But did you know swimming lessons have many other long-term benefits for your child? Sue Mayo, Aquatic...
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85 years of Shapland Swimming schools

Developed in 1938, the Shapland family has taught Southeast Queensland kids to swim for over 85 years. We chat with Chris Shapland from Shapland Swimming to learn more about what makes his family’s unique learn to swim program so successful.   85 years of...
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From infants to Olympians at Rackley Swimming

As the world basks in the afterglow of the Paris Olympics, there's a renewed appreciation for the power of sport to unite and inspire. With the 2032 Brisbane Olympics on the horizon, this unifying force will continue to ignite the passions of Queensland families for...
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Little Planters Workshops

Take the kids down to Chancellor Park Marketplace and let them get their hands dirty these school holidays. Every child will be able to decorate a pot and plant a seedling to take home, and watch grow! FIND OUT MORE
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R U OK? Colour Blast

Fun, family friendly event for participants aged 5 to 12, having a ball at Sunshine Coast JRL's RUOK Day Colour Blast afternoon! All entry fees and money raised, goes directly to the very worthy cause of RUOK? The event will be held on Thursday 12 September at Nirimba...
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Olympic & Paralympic Teams Welcome Home Celebration

Give our returning Olympic and Paralympic athletes a welcome home to remember! Sunshine Coast Council and Noosa Council are proudly hosting the region’s official athletes welcome home celebration on Tuesday 17 September from 10:30am to 1pm at Foundation Square Park,...
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Clay Fun & Funky Pet Portraits

Clay Fun & Funky Pet Portraits

Learn to create a quirky, colourful dog sculpture using your hands, a ball of clay and your wild imagination. Award...

Nurture Festival 2024

Nurture Festival 2024

Nurture Festival is back, and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with an array of...

Printmaking with the Sun

Printmaking with the Sun

Enjoy printmaking with the sun at this creative School Holiday Workshop at Caloundra Regional Gallery. Create fun and...

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