Annual Report 2024 – 2025 Max’s Story: Exploring Emotions and Kindness Through the Bungee Youth Resilience Program, Max discovered how kindness and creativity can turn frustration into understanding. His artwork – and his first public speech – became powerful steps in building confidence, purpose and emotional wellbeing. Max joined his Bungee group with enthusiasm, eager to…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 Lucy’s Story: Support for Children and Families Lucy is a bright, bubbly 9-year-old whose world was turned upside down after losing her grandfather, aunt and cousin all in one year. Once outgoing and cheerful, she became anxious, withdrawn and often tearful. At school, she clung to teachers when her mum…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 Jason’s Story: From Overwhelmed to In Control At 35, Jason was close to quitting his job. Deadlines were slipping, stress was mounting, and his confidence had hit an all-time low. When his manager suggested talking to a psychologist, he wasn’t sure — it felt like admitting something was “wrong.” But…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 A Bridge to Brighter Futures for James James first heard about the Bridge to Brighter Futures program while joining in on Dungeons & Dragons nights at The Corner, Belconnen Youth Centre. With a strong interest in technology and creativity, he was keen to explore options for his future. As part…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 A Heartfelt Farewell to BECC and Bruce Early Childhood Centres In May 2025, CRCS farewelled two long-standing parts of our family – Bruce Early Childhood Centre and Belconnen Early Childhood Centre. For more than 40 years, these centres helped thousands of children learn, play and grow, supported by dedicated educators…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 Learning and Wellbeing in the Natural World At Ginninderra Early Childhood Centre (GECC), our Child and Family Wellbeing Framework guides how we help children learn, grow and feel their best. Two recent activities – welcoming Timmy the Turtle and creating a Reconciliation Garden – show what this looks like in…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 Cooking Up Teamwork and Friendship At our Outside School Hours Care program, activities are designed to help children unwind, connect, and learn from one another. One afternoon, a group of children took part in a cooking activity, making banana and cinnamon rolls together. Each child chose a role, such as measuring…
Annual Report 2024 – 2025 VolunCHEERing with the Yarn and Stitching Group Every Thursday afternoon, Fliss swaps her desk at CRCS for a seat around the table with the Yarn and Stitching group. From 1 to 4 pm, she joins participants at the community centre to share stories, laughter, and creativity. For Fliss, volunteering has become one…