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Enterprise & Development

Bub Hub: A space for young parents to connect, share and thrive

Bub Hub: A space for young parents to connect, share and thrive

The Bub Hub is designed specifically for young parents aged under 25 who are navigating the early stages of raising a child. Read more

Published: 24th July, 2025

Updated: 28th July, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

Catering

Catering

We offer a top quality catering service through our social enterprise, The Wandering Teapot. Read more

Published: 16th May, 2022

Updated: 11th December, 2025

Author: Rob Attenborough

CD101 Introduction to Community Development

CD101 Introduction to Community Development

A practical and engaging introduction to community development for frontline workers, leaders, volunteers, and changemakers. Read more

Start: 16th September, 2026 at 10:00am

End: 16th September, 2026 at 12:00pm

Published: 27th May, 2026

Author: Katie Scott

Location: 22 Charles Street , Pialba , 4655

Comfort Kitchen: Sharing Meals, Building Connections

Comfort Kitchen: Sharing Meals, Building Connections

Comfort Kitchen is a free weekly community meal program designed to bring people together in a safe, welcoming space. Read more

Published: 1st August, 2019

Updated: 13th November, 2025

Author:

Community Access Program: Boosting wellbeing, digital skills and financial literacy

Community Access Program: Boosting wellbeing, digital skills and financial literacy

The Community Access Program aims to boost digital skills, and mental, social and emotional well-being for Fraser Coast residents (priority given to residents aged 18-36). Read more

Published: 26th June, 2023

Updated: 1st April, 2026

Author: Christian Berechree

Community Navigators: Help with navigating support services

Community Navigators: Help with navigating support services

The Community Navigators program provides support to build a stronger and more resilient community by helping people access essential services and activities. Read more

Published: 7th April, 2020

Updated: 28th February, 2026

Author: Brooke Anthony

Connecting Communities: Social Prescription

Connecting Communities: Social Prescription

HBNC’s Free Connecting Communities Social Prescription Program connects Fraser Coast residents to social activities, groups and clubs for fun and connection. Read more

Published: 11th August, 2023

Updated: 13th November, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

Creating Connected Communities: Toolkits to inspire you!

Creating Connected Communities: Toolkits to inspire you!

Feeling connected is essential for a happy, healthy life. The Creating Connected Communities project aims to raise awareness of all the exciting activities, social groups, clubs, and events available right here in Hervey Bay. Read more

Published: 27th September, 2024

Updated: 22nd May, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

Fraser Coast Interagency: Networking and resource sharing for the community sector

Fraser Coast Interagency: Networking and resource sharing for the community sector

Join us at the Fraser Coast Interagency Meetings, HBNC, where community organisations come together to connect, collaborate, and share valuable information about the services available in our region. Read more

Published: 22nd November, 2024

Updated: 23rd January, 2026

Author: Christian Berechree

Kindness Garden: Practical support for those in need

Kindness Garden: Practical support for those in need

To support the needy, HBNC relies on donations such as toiletries and non-perishable food from generous people Read more

Published: 11th June, 2021

Updated: 15th August, 2025

Author: Jeswin Thomas

Local Learning Network: Workshops for learning new skills

Local Learning Network: Workshops for learning new skills

A range of programs, workshops and events organised by our Local Learning Network team Read more

Published: 8th October, 2020

Updated: 28th July, 2025

Author: Brooke Anthony

Meet The Neighbours: Community outreach events

Meet The Neighbours: Community outreach events

HBNC is excited to announce the launch of its new Meet the Neighbours Outreach Trailer – Creating Connected Communities. Read more

Published: 31st July, 2023

Updated: 28th July, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

Mental Health First Aid course

Mental Health First Aid course

Learn about the signs and symptoms of mental health literacy and the practical skills needed to support adults experiencing a mental health problem until appropriate professional help is received. Read more

Start: 11th September, 2026 at 8:30am

End: 18th September, 2026 at 4:00pm

Published: 20th January, 2026

Updated: 30th March, 2026

Author: Michaela Davis

Location: Urangan Community Wellness Centre, 62 Elizabeth Street (opposite Miller Street), urangan, 4655

Mental Health First Aid course

Mental Health First Aid course

Learn about the signs and symptoms of mental health literacy and the practical skills needed to support adults experiencing a mental health problem until appropriate professional help is received. Read more

Start: 10th July, 2026 at 8:30am

End: 17th July, 2026 at 4:00pm

Published: 20th January, 2026

Updated: 17th March, 2026

Author: Michaela Davis

Location: Hervey Bay Community Centre, 22 Charles Street, Pialba, 4655

Pitch Night Stories: Hope In A Suitcase

Pitch Night Stories: Hope In A Suitcase

We're revisiting some of the most impactful ideas to come out of the Community Innovators Pitch Night over the years. Find out how Hope In A Suitcase Fraser Coast has gone from strength to strength. Read more

Published: 30th September, 2025

Updated: 13th November, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

Pitch Night: Getting innovative ideas off the ground

Pitch Night: Getting innovative ideas off the ground

Pitch Night is an opportunity for the community to step in and present their innovative ideas to improve the Fraser Coast. Read more

Published: 13th August, 2021

Updated: 3rd November, 2025

Author: Jeswin Thomas

Read Bears: Fostering a lifelong love of reading in school children

Read Bears: Fostering a lifelong love of reading in school children

This heart-warming initiative aims to foster a love for reading among children aged six to seven, promoting literacy, language skills, and overall well-being. Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2024

Updated: 28th July, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

Resilience Readiness Scorecard

Resilience Readiness Scorecard

Fraser Coast community groups, organisations and services across Queensland now have access to a FREE useful new tool to help assess and strengthen their disaster readiness. Read more

Published: 27th August, 2025

Updated: 2nd December, 2025

Author: Katie Scott

Skilling Queenslanders for Work: Hospitality Training Program

Skilling Queenslanders for Work: Hospitality Training Program

Our highly successful COOK. BREW. CREATE Hospitality Training Program is for people looking to gain new skills, train to land a job or who are struggling to get back into the workforce. Read more

Published: 18th March, 2022

Updated: 18th May, 2026

Author: Brooke Robinson

Social Spark Lab: Social Innovation Training for Young People

Social Spark Lab: Social Innovation Training for Young People

HBNC, in partnership with the Volunteering Queensland and the Bendigo Community Bank, is excited to announce a dynamic Social Innovation Training program tailored for young individuals aged 13-17 years old. This initiative aims to empower youth with the skills and mindset needed to drive positive change within their communities. Read more

Published: 20th November, 2025

Updated: 9th March, 2026

Author: Christian Berechree

The Bless Box: Take what you need or give generously

The Bless Box: Take what you need or give generously

Whether you're experiencing homelessness, facing financial hardship, or simply in need of a helping hand, the Bless Box is open, accessible and free for anyone who needs it. Read more

Published: 28th July, 2025

Updated: 14th August, 2025

Author: Christian Berechree

The Wandering Teapot: Café and Catering with a Cause

The Wandering Teapot: Café and Catering with a Cause

Our social enterprise, The Wandering Teapot, is a hospitality training and education centre aimed at equipping at-risk Fraser Coast jobseekers with job-ready skills and experience. Read more

Published: 1st August, 2019

Updated: 16th March, 2026

Author:

Location: Hervey Bay Community Centre, 22 Charles Street, Pialba, 4655

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  • Crochet, Coffee & Conversations

    Crochet, Coffee & Conversations

    Join us for coffee and crochet sessions each Tuesday and Thursday.

  • A Soulful & Heartfelt Approach to Community Practice

    A Soulful & Heartfelt Approach to Community Practice

    This full-day, reflective workshop is specially designed for community workers and helping professionals looking for a space to recharge, find inspiration, and connect with like-minded peers. If you are seeking to renew your energy and passion for the vital work you do, this session offers the perfect opportunity to step back and invest in yourself.

  • Launch Event! The Community Builders Journal

    Launch Event! The Community Builders Journal

    Join respected community practitioners Dr Peter Westoby and Rachael Donovan for a reflective and inspiring gathering celebrating the art of community building. This special event marks the official Hervey Bay launch of The Community Builders Journal—a powerful resource designed to spark connection, reflection, and positive change.

  • Pilates in Motion (Matwork)

    Pilates in Motion (Matwork)

    Pilates: Learn how to connect, correctly engage & strengthen your core muscles. Then, apply this connection in functional flowing sequences.

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  • The Tree House Urangan Community Wellness Centre

    The Tree House Urangan Community Wellness Centre

    The Tree House - Community Wellness Centre will be a space to support community members positive wellbeing. Managed by the Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre.

  • TransComCare: Community transport for older people

    TransComCare: Community transport for older people

    Subsidised community transport for older adults and people with disabilities with no access to comfortable transport to run important errands.

  • Play With Your Kids: Playgroup for families

    Play With Your Kids: Playgroup for families

    The Play With Your Kids (PWYK) program provides a supportive activities-based playgroup for families with children from birth to 8 years.

  • Welcome to HBNC

    Welcome to HBNC

    The mission of HBNC is to provide a place for people to belong, feel safe and be connected to a community of support.

  • Help us create connected communities

    Help us create connected communities

    Donations support HBNC to deliver services to the disadvantaged and vulnerable community.

  • Christmas spectacular to light up Botanic Gardens

    Christmas spectacular to light up Botanic Gardens

    The Botanic Gardens will be transformed into a magical wonderland of dazzling lights set to enchant local families and visitors with a safe holiday experience.

  • Leadership team

    The Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre is led by a passionate group of people who bring in their unique skillsets to ensure the local community remains at the core of everything we do.

  • Comfort Kitchen: Sharing Meals, Building Connections

    Comfort Kitchen: Sharing Meals, Building Connections

    Comfort Kitchen is a free weekly community meal program designed to bring people together in a safe, welcoming space.

  • Bay Families: Supporting parents and carers

    Bay Families: Supporting parents and carers

    The Bay Families program assists parents/carers with children aged 0-18 years who are experiencing personal, social, emotional or financial difficulties.

  • Support Comfort Kitchen

    Support Comfort Kitchen

    By donating to Comfort Kitchen, you're not just providing a meal - you're providing a sense of community, belonging, and hope.

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