Ngala Midwest & Gascoyne in Geraldton, Western Australia | Community organisation

Ngala Midwest & Gascoyne

Locality: Geraldton, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9921 4477

Address: 24 - 28 Gregory Street 6530 Geraldton, WA, Australia

Website: https://www.ngala.com.au/

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25.01.2022 15 years of the wonderful, Carolyn Pegler! Carolyn Pegler has worked at Ngala (and formally the Geraldton Regional Community Education Centre) for a whopping 15 years! This month we said farewell as she is retiring. Jenny Allen, Ngala Executive Manager Operations says "I cannot speak highly enough of the contributions Carolyn has made to our organisation, our Midwest and Gascoyne teams and the children, young people and families across the region. I cant even begin to ima...gine how many kilometres she has travelled." Carolyn, we are so very grateful to have you as part of our team, we will miss you dearly. Enjoy a much deserved retirement, tending to your beautiful garden and house overlooking the ocean - and spending time with your grandchildren. Your Ngala Family

25.01.2022 Local Carnarvon families have been having lots of fun at our Clay Wall Hanging school holiday workshop. What great teamwork between mums, dads, grandparents and kids. We are running one more workshop next week (weather permitted) and there are only three places left. Plus it's completely FREE! You can find out the dates and times, as well as how to register by checking out the flyer in the comments section.

24.01.2022 Babies, children and teens - we're here to support you through every step of your parenting journey. Lets talk all things parenting. We are offering FREE, one-on-one sessions, booked for up to an hour to discuss any parenting topics you like with our Parenting Facilitator, Anna Treloar. Sessions are available on a Monday. If you're interested, please secure your place by contacting us via...... Phone: 9921 4477 Email: [email protected] Private message us here on Facebook

23.01.2022 Carnarvon Families, this is for you! Happy Mealtimes Join us for a chat about happy mealtimes with our Dietitian Nicole Bell and Occupational Therapist Gemma Davies from the WACHS team. IN THIS FREE SESSION YOULL LEARN... Tips on make mealtimes happy times Information on nutrients requirements for your child Your Top Mealtime Problem Solved Where: Carnarvon Playgroup, 9 Butcher Street, Carnarvon WA 6701 When: 9.30 -11.00am, Friday 18 September, 2020 Register: Call 0438991755 or email [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/events/1176322076101759/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22surface%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22create_dialog%22%7D]%7D

23.01.2022 Ninny Jinas Playgroup in Carnarvon is back on tomorrow! This week, the team will be doing Father's Day activities. Come along with your little ones for a yarn and a play.

22.01.2022 Today, we invite Western Australians to celebrate with us, as we recognise our 130th Birthday! Ngala is proud to reach this distinctive milestone of 130 years of providing support and guidance to Western Australian families; guidance that has the power to give parents and carers a sigh of relief and a feeling that theyre in safe hands with our team. In 2020, Ngala is an industry leader in early childhood intervention, but this is just the latest incarnation of an organisati...on that has undergone a number of rebirths in more than a century of operation. Today, Ngala runs 38 different programs and services for children from 0 to 18 years, including early learning and development centres, programs for Indigenous families, a parenting line and the Ngala Hospital. At Ngala we believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that parenting should be a joyful and rewarding experience. Join us over the next 12 months, as we reflect on our past and look towards another 130 years of supporting and guiding Western Australian families.

22.01.2022 Domain 2: Social Communication and Social Interaction. Dolly from Behaviour Help shares an insight on various symptoms a child who has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder may experience.

22.01.2022 You may have seen our previous post about Carolyn Pegler retiring. Minh Henderson has taken over the Parenting Connection WA role in the Gascoyne. So before Carolyn officially clocked off, she added in one last regional road trip and travelled up to Carnarvon and Exmouth. Carolyn also travelled with Taylavie, who is Geraldton's current Social Work Student from Perth. Taylavie was keen to jump onboard to travel and learn more about working in the region. The ladies met with local networks and discussed how Ngala can continue to support families in the Gascoyne.

22.01.2022 Always Was, Always Will Be. Yesterday our Geraldton team celebrated NAIDOC Week with an afternoon tea. Thank you to Aboriginal staff members Jacquie Taylor and Laine-Rose Forsyth for putting on this beautiful spread! The team decorated cupcakes with the Aboriginal flag colours, ate delicious damper and had a yarn together. ... #NAIDOCWeek2020 #ngalaraisinghappiness #alwayswasalwayswillbe

21.01.2022 Did you know that the number of family and domestic violence-related victims increased in Western Australia by 10% between 2018 and 2019? This translates to 19,437 people experiencing family and domestic violence in just one year! It’s frightening statistics like this one that drive Ngala to throw our support behind the WA-led campaign for change - 16 Days in WA to Stop Violence Against Women. Commencing today on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Wo...men, 16 Days in WA works to promote equality and respectful relationships, violence-free spaces and safer communities, all key elements in stopping violence against women. The theme for the 2020 campaign is ‘Respect starts with you’. There is no quick fix to WA’s high rates of family and domestic violence, but we hope that education and shining a light on violence against women, will develop generational change, which is crucial if we are to achieve long-term success and stop gender-based violence in our communities for good. One in five (or 25% of) Western Australian women reported experiencing partner violence since the age of 15 63% of assaults in WA were family and domestic-violence related in 2019 11,975 family violence restraining orders were lodged in Western Australia in 2018-19, equalling 75% of the total restraining orders filed. As many as 56% of youth homelessness cases in Western Australia are linked to family and domestic violence. Family and domestic violence is a leading cause of women’s homelessness. Domestic violence accounted for 55.8% of the accommodation support from specialist homelessness agencies in WA in 2017-18, up from 45.1% in 2012-13.10 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women account for 67% of hospitalisations due to family and domestic violence in WA

21.01.2022 Are there more cases of Austism now, to what there has been in the past? Is Autism more prevelent in males, or females? Dolly from Behaviour Help shares the current statistics and what are often misconceptions with peoples understanding of ASD.

21.01.2022 Can boys have long hair? Can girls play football? Can girls be Builders and boys be Nurses? . Our Strong Self Strong Spirit participants recently shared conversations about how boys and girls are actually in fact, quite similar. This activity really showcased that we can be anything we want to and it doesn't matter if we are a boy or a girl. ... . This activity kicks off today the "16 Days in WA" a state wide campaign to encourage our community to stop violence against women. We know that violence against women starts with gender equality underlined by unhealthy gender stereotypes. To prevent family violence we need to challenge unhealthy gender stereotypes. . Community, Respect & Equality #violenceisNEVERok #16DaysInWA and the answer to the questions is yes! https://www.communities.wa.gov.au/projects/16-days-in-wa/

19.01.2022 Today Dolly Bhargava from Behaviour Help shares some strategies to promote effective communication with teens, with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Take a look at this video if you would like to learn more.

18.01.2022 Grief isn’t only felt from the passing of a family member, it can be the loss of a relationship, parents separating or not being able to see loved ones due to COVID-19 restrictions. We have partnered with Helping Hearts Heal to deliver this "Understanding Children's Grief" workshop for any parents who feel their child may be experiencing grief. There are only three spaces left! Free crèche is also provided. ... You can find out more by clicking into this link: See more

18.01.2022 Have you seen the footpath around our building? Shah's Art Studio has been working hard to bring our footpath to life. I wonder what other characters he will paint next week? If you want to keep up-to-date with our interactive children's book pathway, please join this group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PaintGeraldtonREaD

17.01.2022 Who is coming to Little Joeys playgroup tomorrow? We have a special treat for our parents in light of Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Awareness (PANDA) Week New families always welcome

17.01.2022 Ngala's Geraldton Family Counselling Team are available for appointments this week. Our team are professionally qualified to offer different types of counselling and emotional support. No referral necessary. For further information: https://www.ngala.com.au//geraldton-family-counselling-se/... To schedule an appointment: 9921 4477 [email protected]

16.01.2022 This morning some of our Ngala team went along to the Walk Against Violence event hosted by Desert Blue Connect. This event was hosted today as part of White Ribbon Day. White Ribbon Day is an opportunity to bring people together to raise awareness and commit to action to prevent men’s violence against women. There was a huge turn out! Thank you Geraldton for standing up, speaking out and acting to end gendered violence.... Community, Respect & Equality #ViolenceIsNEVEROk #16DaysInWA

15.01.2022 August LEAD session recap by participant Shermy : We started our awesome morning with inspiring speaker Dave Clare to challenge us thinking outside the box! We put our project into a business mode and brainstorming how to make our project stand out. Then we had a hands on volunteering experience at different sites, mine was Foodbank WA, others went to St Vinnies, Variety - the Children's Charity Midwest and the Child and Parent Centre - Rangeway. We got the job of unpacking... skin care products while chatting away with the manager. Time spent on the site had gone too quick and the amount of job still massive. To be able to go somewhere we won't normally go and do something we won't normally do, how this experience had broaden my mind! We spent the afternoon outside sitting in a circle preaching the wisdom of life balance from the wise old gentleman Rob Houwen from Geraldton Toyota, then finished with the leadership journeys of Angie and Todd West. Another session of LEAD done and just like the rest of it, I was packed in awe and so full of inspiration and new ideas. Really looking forward to our next catch up!

15.01.2022 Domain 1: Restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests or activities. Dolly from Behaviour Help shares an insight on the characteristics of a child who has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

15.01.2022 Last Friday the Carnarvon community rallied together for the White Ribbon Day March. We had seven of our Ngala staff participate. Well done to everyone involved. Together, we build a strong community where #ViolenceIsNEVEROk Community, Respect & Equality

14.01.2022 On the weekend, Ngala celebrated 130 years as a charitable community service organisation with a very special fundraising evening hosted by the Friends of Ngala. Thank you to WA Premier Mark McGowan for sharing this message, congratulating us on our milestone year!

14.01.2022 Our Parents & Learning (PaL) team recently travelled to Mullewa and visited the local Kindy class. The kids created name plaques where they had the option to use their name, last name or the name of someone special in their family. . Together they read the Lizard Gang who are very close like a family. They all have a unique skill which they will need to use against the floodwaters to make it safe to the other side of the river. . As the kids were making their name plaqu...es we had a yarn about what they love to do with their families. This included; Going bush Hunting Kangaroo Chilling out watching a movie together Cooking together Going to the pool in Mullewa (As part of Mullewa District High Schools No School, No Pool initiative) . Here at Ngala we are part of the Community, Respect & Equality agreement. We are so passionate about working together with local Organisations and families to build a strong community. We believe every child deserves the opportunity to be their best, and that raising children should be a joyful and rewarding experience. This is what we call, Raising happiness. #NgalaRaisinghappiness #16DaysInWA

14.01.2022 Yesterday marked day two of the "Bike Rescue" project with Dismantle. The boys have been busy working away at perfecting their bikes. They've had to scrape off stickers and prep their bikes for spray painting, add the wheels onto the frames and connect their brakes and gears. These tasks require patience and everyone working together, to get the job done. Today (Friday) is the final day to finish off their bikes. They are fine tuning them this morning and will then head off for a ride to test them out! We can't wait to show you the finished product.

13.01.2022 If you are sleep deprived or struggling to get your child to settle for sleep, we're here for you. . For parents of children 2 years to 5 years. Sleep for the older child who wants to be the boss in bed! Wednesday 23 September, 9.30am - 11.30am.... https://www.facebook.com/events/296768504865128/ . For parents of children 6 months to 2 years. Are you struggling to get your child to settle for sleep? Wednesday 23 September, 12.30 - 2.30pm https://www.facebook.com/events/299033198099347/ . Click into each link to learn more about each session. . Booking is essential due to limited places available: 9921 4477 [email protected] Private message us right here on Facebook See more

13.01.2022 Carnarvon families, we are hosting a BBQ this Friday, 27th November as part of our Healthy Bites program. Come and join us to make healthy bites with your child. For further information, please phone Darlene on 9941 3869 or email [email protected]

12.01.2022 Thank you to the Girls Academy and Geraldton Senior High School for inviting us to take part in their NAIDOC Week Celebrations on the 27th of August. The weather, the location and the staff and students made it a great day to get out of the office and join in with what Geraldton Organisations have to offer. PS - We are loving our new Ngala marquee.

12.01.2022 Jen and Nicola are all set up ready at the Mums Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo. Come down and say hi Click the event for todays timetable https://www.facebook.com/events/688845075400142

12.01.2022 Just a reminder we have the Introductions of Solids talk with a Child Health Nurse next Thursday 24th September 9.30am at the Child and Parent Centre-Rangeway. Please call Community Health Centre 9956 1985 to book in Little Joeys is on tomorrow as per normal 9.00-11.00am

12.01.2022 Make sure you enrol in school for 2021 soon! . If youre wanting one of these awesome FREE magnets (below) as a useful resource for the fridge at home Come get one from the Child & Parent Centre in Rangeway. . Having a read and think you might need a little backup with any of the things below? Then give us a call/text and we can connect you to the right person, workshop or support in town OR we can help with enrolments ... 9921 6814 0438 860 669 Join this group to stay up-to-date with workshops and events that are happening at the Centre! https://www.facebook.com/groups/534465550621671

11.01.2022 We love our Dads! They are so important for helping our little ones grow. If our kids see their Dads being kind, caring and respectful they will learn these important behaviours too and our community will be so much better for it. Happy Fathers Day to all of our superhero dads! Community, Respect & Equality... #RespectRules See more

09.01.2022 Come along to Ngala's "And Now in a Bed" session, where we will discuss why toddlers find sleep challenging when transitioning to a bed. You can find out more here: ... https://www.facebook.com/events/296768504865128/?active_tab=about Booking is essential due to limited places available: 9921 4477 [email protected] Private message us right here on Facebook

08.01.2022 Volunteers are amazing! We would love you to apply! See full details below

08.01.2022 Our Family Counselling Service is travelling to Mullewa this Thursday 10th September, to provide FREE individual, relationship and family support. To secure an appointment, please phone 9921 4477.

08.01.2022 Friday Funny! When it's Dad's turn to put the kids to bed.

08.01.2022 Last Friday at Ninny Jinas Playgroup we celebrated White Ribbon Day. The mums and grandmothers got to sit back and have their nails done while the kids had great fun painting their "White Ribbon Day" posters. Thank you to all the families that came along and joined in. Our Ninny Jinas playgroup runs every Friday from 9.00am - 11.30am at the Carnarvon Playgroup Building on Butcher Street. It's free and there is no need to book. Come along and join in the fun.

07.01.2022 Did you know, night terrors... Happen during a child's deep sleep, which is the part of the sleep cycle that is hard to wake up from Children may scream, cry, sweat or even look awake Happen mostly in the first part of the night, often shortly after going to sleep .... What can we as parents do if our child is experiencing night terrors? Avoid waking or trying to comfort your child - this may make the night terror worse Have a consistent bedtime routine and make sure your child gets enough good quality sleep Stay calm - dont worry about night terrors as they are a normal part of a healthy childhood Remember your child is unlikely to remember the night terror so talking about it might be scary or confusing for them . Our Parenting Connection team are running FREE 'sleep' sessions and can chat more about night terrors (and more) in these sessions. . For parents of children 2 years to 5 years. Wednesday 23 September, 9.30am - 11.30am. https://www.facebook.com/events/296768504865128/ . For parents of children 6 months to 2 years. Wednesday 23 September, 12.30 - 2.30pm https://www.facebook.com/events/299033198099347/ . Click into each link to learn more about each session. Booking is essential due to limited places available. See more

06.01.2022 Night terrors can be very scary for parents and caregivers but they dont harm your child, in fact, your child probably wont even remember having one in the morning. Some of the causes of night terrors can be: Over-tiredness Illness/fever or some medications... Family history So, what can we do for children who experience night terrors? We will share out tips and suggestions tomorrow. Please feel free to tag any parents in the comments who you think may benefit from this information.

06.01.2022 Today some of our team went along to the Central Regional TAFE NAIDOC Week celebrations. TAFE run NAIDOC celebrations each year, which are always well attended. Our Ngala staff love going along every year. From left to right; Jacquie Taylor - Aboriginal Project Officer Lee-Anne Taylor - Aboriginal Action Advisory Group Member... Jenny Allen - Executive Manager Operations Taylavie Frost Kelemete - Social Work Student

06.01.2022 R U OK? . We're here for you. Today marks R U OK?Day. Its the national day of action when we remind Australians that every day is the day to ask, Are you OK? if someone in your world is struggling with lifes ups and downs. .... Should you feel you'd like support, our Counsellors can assist you with: Childhood behaviour difficulties Parenting and step parenting Depression and anxiety Grief and loss Anger management Separation and relationship issues Stress and other issues that can affect life choices . For further information, please phone us on 9921 4477 or email [email protected] See more

06.01.2022 Our Bookswap house is filled ready for you.

06.01.2022 Do you have a child starting kindergarten in 2022? Starting school is a big and often daunting transition for your child and for you too! Exciting though! We’ve put together a playgroup style series to empower you and your child to build their independence and confidence leading up to the transition. ... It’s called Little Learners, and it’s our first time running it, so we would love to have some friendly faces there are you available to join us and help us make it a success? Parent participation is required, and siblings are welcome. Tuesday 27 April to 15 June (8 weeks), 9.00am to 11.00am Facilitated by Ngala staff at the Child and Parent Centre Rangeway. Get in touch to book in, places are limited: 0438 860 669 9921 6814 or [email protected]

06.01.2022 Thank you Allendale Primary School for having us

05.01.2022 Let's talk Happy Mealtimes! There are still spaces available for this FREE session Monday 14 September 9.30am Be sure to contact us ASAP to register 9921 6814

05.01.2022 Triple P - Positive Parenting Seminar Carnarvon For Parents or carers of children 0-12 years Triple P gives you tips and ideas to help raise happy and confident kids. With Triple P you'll see more of the behaviours you like and less of the ones you don't and have better relationships with your family.... See event for full details! Bookings essential

05.01.2022 NAIDOC WEEK 2020 | We celebrate NAIDOC Week across all of our teams and programs throughout Western Australia. This week we will get to know some of our staff and what this year's NAIDOC Week theme means to them. Today we hear from Fiona Hayden, Administration Assistant, Ngala Midwest and Gascoyne. #NAIDOCWeek2020 #ngalaraisinghappiness #alwayswasalwayswillbe

04.01.2022 Thank you for having us Snuggles - Geraldton Mothers Group. We love coming along and seeing all the mums & bubs.

03.01.2022 A very big thank you to all the wonderful people who have called in and donated pre-loved books. If you have any children's books you would like to pass on to us, we'd really appreciate it. Paint Geraldton REaD is part of a national initiative that encourages communities to read, talk, sing and rhyme with their children so they are ready to learn, to read and write at school. For further information on donations or how you can be involved, please join our Facebook group... https://www.facebook.com/groups/PaintGeraldtonREaD #NgalaRaisinghappiness

03.01.2022 This Sunday is Father's Day! Dads are such important role models and we need them to show their kids how to be respectful, caring and non-violent so they grow up to be respectful adults, contributing to safer communities. Here at Ngala, we are so proud to be part of the Community, Respect & Equality Agreement. This clip features some of our Ngala staff as well as some other wonderful people in our community, sharing what they think makes a good father. Take a look!

03.01.2022 Our friends at headspace Geraldton have put together this little clip about the importance of sleep. We couldnt agree more! Geraldton, its time we wake up to sleep. Take a look at some of the tips you can try for Sleepy September".

02.01.2022 Only 2 places left for the "And so to Sleep" workshop! Want to come along? Ensure you register: 9921 4477 [email protected] ... Private message us right here on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/events/299033198099347?active_tab=about

02.01.2022 Looking forward to seeing our Little Joeys at the Child and Parent Centre-Rangeway this morning

02.01.2022 One week until we Paint Geraldton REaD!! You're invited to come and see our Bookswap House and Interactive Pathway. The pathway consists of painted characters from some of our favourite children's books. Bring your children down and see how many characters you recognise. Spots for the launch are limited so booking is essential: ... RSVP before 26th November on 9921 4477 or [email protected] R E A D | T A L K | S I N G | R H Y M E If you would like to know more about the event, you can join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/PaintGeraldtonREaD