Upcoming events.
Family Day - Sydney
Join us at Sydney Zoo, 40mins west of the Sy ney CBD, and experience over 4,000 animals including endangered and awe-inspiring species from around the world. And, there is not just wildlife at the Sydney Zoo these holidays, but BLUEY and BINGO will be making an appearance - for real life!!
Family Day - Brisbane/Ipswich
Join us at Ipswich Nature Cente, in Ipswich Queensland, for some outoddr fun for the whole family - there's no better way for kids to spend a day in the great outdoors and then join us in the cafe for tea/coffee and cake!
Family Day - Melbourne
Join us at Myuna Farm, in Casey, for some outoddr fun for the whole family - there's no better way for kids to spend a day in the great outdoors!
Melbourne Christmas Party
Our Melbourne Brainwave Christmas Party is coming soon! It’s time to join us at Luna Park for our inaugural Christmas Party on Saturday 2nd December. Read More…
Sydney Christmas Party
Join us at Luna Park in Sydney for our Brainwave Christmas Party on Saturday 25 November. Read more…
Family Day - Sydney
Join us at Inflatable World Campbelltown on Wednesday 4 October, for some fun for the whole family - there's no better way for kids to spend a day indoors!
Family Day - Melbourne
Join us at Inflatable World Werribee on Wednesday 20 September, for some fun for the whole family - there's no better way for kids to spend a day indoors!
Brainwave Australia Fundraising Gala 2023 - Hand in Hand
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring fine dining, a Champagne bar, priceless auctions, live music, and dancing, and your generority will help us change the lives of over 1,300 families across Australia caring for a child with a brain injury or illness, so the families can adapt and thrive.
Kids & Sibs Day - NSW 23 July 2023
Come and join our NSW Kids & Sibs event at Niagara Park at a CPSARA Multisport event for people with any type of disability to try new sports and make new friends in a safe, fun and inclusive environment. This is not to be missed.
Family Day - Queensland
Let’s get wild at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary for a full day of fun on Wednesday 5th July. Explore the Lost World, use the minature train, visit the Currumbin Wildlife Hospital viewing deck and enjoy some family time.
Family Day - Melbourne
Join us at Inflatable Land, Mornington on Wednesday 28 June, for some fun for the whole family - there's no better way for kids to spend a day indoors!
Parents Connect Community Group (Week4)
Parents Connect Community Group | Term 2 | 8 weeks | Mondays 11.30am-1.30pm
If you are a parent/carer raising a child with a neurological condition, brain injury or illness, parents connect is a place to share and learn from other families and talk about your experiences, with some special guests.
Join us at Aspendale Gardens Community Service, facilitated by Brainwave, for:
A chance to connect with other families with shared experiences;
Special guests: massage students, nutritionist, mindfulness coach and more;
Bring your little ones as we have access to the secured outdoor play area, kids’ toys and activities;
Tea, Coffee and light refreshments provided; and,
Free for Brainwave families OR free membership to Brainwave upon registration.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND >> https://nhs.clevero.co/aspendalegardens-cs/view/course/1624345
Contact our Program CoOrdinator LeighAnn Nolan with any questions or queries you may have via leighann.nolan@brainwave.org.au
Parents Connect Community Group
Parents Connect Community Group | Term 2 | 8 weeks | Mondays 11.30am-1.30pm
If you are a parent/carer raising a child with a neurological condition, brain injury or illness, parents connect is a place to share and learn from other families and talk about your experiences, with some special guests.
Join us at Aspendale Gardens Community Service, facilitated by Brainwave, for:
A chance to connect with other families with shared experiences;
Special guests: massage students, nutritionist, mindfulness coach and more;
Bring your little ones as we have access to the secured outdoor play area, kids’ toys and activities;
Tea, Coffee and light refreshments provided; and,
Free for Brainwave families OR free membership to Brainwave upon registration.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND >> https://nhs.clevero.co/aspendalegardens-cs/view/course/1624345
Contact our Program CoOrdinator LeighAnn Nolan with any questions or queries you may have via leighann.nolan@brainwave.org.au
Family Day - Sydney
Join us for some holiday fun for some school holiday fun for the whole family at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo.
Registered Brainwave families are invited to come and explore Taronga Zoo with us and enjoy some time together as a family.
From African lions to Australia's kangaroos, take your time to wander around and then join us for lunch on the lawn for Brainwave families. BYO lunch, and we’ll have some coffee and ice cream vouchers.
Tickets are limited, please email LeighAnn Nolan, Programs Coordinator.
Family Day - Melbourne
Join us for school holiday fun for the whole family at The Big Goose, nestled in the heart of the beautiful Mornington Peninsula countryside, only 40 minutes south from Melbourne City.
Registered Brainwave families are invited to have some fun at The Big Goose with us and enjoy some time together as a family.
Explore the farm yard, enjoy tractor rides, playgrounds, native animals, a reptile show and much more. We’ll have the shed to have lunch, meet other families and take rest.
The Big Goose will be open to the general public, but Brainwave staff and volunteers will be there to support you.
Tickets are limited, please email LeighAnn Nolan, Programs Coordinator.
Source Kids Expo - Sydney
Come and visit us at the Source Kids Expo in Sydney on 25-26th March at the International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour in Sydney.
With over 150 disability product and service providers under the one roof for two days ne roof for two days; you’ll find information and be able to speak to providers supporting families of children with a range of disabilities including Autism (ASD) and sensory issues .
Entry is free, but tickets are essential.
They also have some helpful sensory information on their website as well regarding some additional elements they have implemented at the expo, even including sensory headsets for loan at the entrance. Make sure you visit the website for more info to plan your visit.
Visit their website to view more and get your free get tickets here.
SYDNEY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Come one, come all! Brainwave's annual Christmas party is back!
Join us for a fantastic morning at Luna Park in Sydney. We will have a marquee set up just for our Brainwave families, full access to the park and all its rides, and even a visit from Santa! This inclusive, festive event is one you won't want to miss, so mark the date in your calendar, and we can't wait to see you there.
Keep an eye on your emails as we'll send out an Expression of Interest during the week of the 10th of October.
Back in Black - 2022 Fundraising Gala Dinner
Brainwave Australia invites you to their 2022 Fundraising Gala.
Hosted by Mark Beretta OAM, this will be a night to remember with special guests, an interactive quiz competition, DJ and amazing auction items to bid for, with proceeds providing critical support to children with brain illnesses and injuries, and their families.
DRESS CODE: Formal
TICKETS: Individual tickets $225 (+GST) // Tables of 10: $2,000 (+GST)
PURCHASE: Buy a table, or tickets, by clicking the link below or emailing events@brainwave.org.au
MELBOURNE CHRISTMAS PARTY
Brainwave's annual Christmas party is back!
Join us for a spectacular morning at Luna Park in St Kilda! We will have full access to the park and all its rides, so come ready to have some fun, and Santa will even be paying us a visit between 9am-11am! This is sure to be a fantastic event you won't want to miss, so mark the date in your calendar, and we'll see you there!
Keep an eye on your emails as an Expression of Interest will be sent out the week of 10th October.
Mindful Mondays
Mindful Kids Melbourne is ready to support the families of Brainwave. Running on Monday 7th November, this online workshop is just for Brainwave Siblings. It aims to develop mindfulness and positive education strategies to support kids and their day-to-day wellbeing.
Keep an eye on our Parent's Connect Facebook Group for the event and link to join.
Brainwave Kids Book Club - November 2022
Our Brainwave Kids Book Club runs on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month, and we always have a lot of fun. Our book club is led by some fantastic Ferrero volunteers, who are always full of energy and laughter. They make the club enjoyable for the participants, and many people come back month after month after experiencing their first session.
If you haven't joined us online before, we'd love to have you. You can log in to the live session wherever it suits your family, and we hope to see you online with us in November!
We'll announce the books over the coming weeks, and watch our social media for links to join.
Join via the link in our Parents Connect Facebook Group or email LeighAnn Nolan, Program Coordinator for more information.
Let's Talk: Kat Barlow // Empowerment Ethos
Kat has experienced the challenges of living a life in extraordinary circumstances, and she now empowers people to live a life without limits. Kat will discuss: compassion fatigue, self-compassion and how to put yourself first when it is the last thing on your mind, how to ask for help and how important it is and, lastly, she'll cover six proven strategies of ’self-care’.
To join, visit the Event post via our Parents Connect Facebook Group or email LeighAnn Nolan, Program Coordinator for more information.
Tips + Tricks to build an AMAZING support team with Melanie Dimmitt & Lowri Williams
You won't want to miss this! Join us on Thursday the 13th of October for a special live panel session with two incredible humans: Melanie Dimmitt and Lowri Williams - Hire Up (Community Engagement Manager). This is an invaluable opportunity to hear from people with lived experience AND experience developing sustainable working relationships within the NDIS.
We will focus on tips and tricks to help you build a fantastic support team; we'll explore the ins and outs of engaging support staff, what questions to ask, what your rights and responsibilities are, where to find staff, how to manage expectations, and so much more.
Participation is open to all Brainwave Families and simply register to attend using the link below. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Mindful Mondays
Mindful Kids Melbourne is ready to support the families of Brainwave. Running on Monday 3rd October and Monday 7th November, this online workshop is just for Brainwave Siblings. It aims to develop mindfulness and positive education strategies to support kids and their day-to-day wellbeing.
Keep an eye on our Parent's Connect Facebook Group for the event and link to join.
Kids & Sibs - Sydney
Registered Brainwave families are invited to come and explore Wildlife Sydney Zoo and experience all the different wildlife.
From Lemurs to Lions, take your time to wander around and then join us for lunch in the designated picnic spot, where there will be a face painter, time to meet other families and coffee and ice cream vouchers.
Tickets are limited, please fill out the expression of interest form available in our Parents Connect Facebook Group, or email LeighAnn Nolan, Programs Coordinator.
A map highlighting the picnic spot will be sent closer to the date.
Kids & Sibs - Melbourne
From Lemurs to Lions, take your time to wander around and then join us for lunch in the designated picnic spot, where there will be a face painter, time to meet other families and coffee and ice cream vouchers.
Tickets are limited. Please fill out the expression of interest form on our Parents Connect Facebook page or email LeighAnn Nolan, Programs Coordinator.
Brainwave Bikes - Grand Opening!
Come join us from 10am on Saturday 17th September to celebrate the Grand Opening of our new social enterprise, Brainwave Bikes. We have a variety of fun activities and giveaways for you to enjoy on the day - we hope to see you there.
Kids Brainwave Book Club
Our monthly book club for September is fast approaching! If you haven't joined us online before, we'd love to have you. Our kids' book clubs are led by Ferrero volunteers. They are lively, engaging and filled with laughter and most people return monthly after experiencing their first one.
This month is an extra special book club with the Ferrero team planning all kinds of fun, including a hippo costume!
This month’s books are;
>> Marmalade by David Walliams;
>> The First Hippo on the Moon by David Walliams;
>> The ABC Book of Places to Go by Helen Martin
Log in to the live session from wherever it suits your family. Join via the link in our Parents Connect Facebook Group or email LeighAnn Nolan, Program Coordinator for more information.