State of Mental Health Report

The State of Mental Health Report 2023 has been developed by the HBNC Social Shift with funding from the Australian Government Department of Social Services (DSS) Community-led Support Fund. The report stems from the recent DSS Bundaberg-Hervey Bay Local Services Plan 2023 that prioritised improving community services including supporting the collation of community data at a regional level as a recognised need and gap.

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PWYK is launching "Family Hub," a dynamic playgroup designed to bring families and extended family members closer through shared activities, fun, and learning.
Indigenous Arts Crew from Urangan State High School Wins People's Choice Award

Congratulations to the Indigenous Arts Crew from Urangan State High School for winning the People’s Choice Award at the Giant Easter Egg Hunt in the Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens.
How Comfort Kitchen helps Kaylan feel connected

Kaylan gets more than a hot meal from Comfort Kitchen each week - he finds friendship and connection.

Community Superhero Sponsorship Guide

With your support, we can continue to make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.
State of the Youth Report

We are pleased to present the first the Fraser Coast State of the Youth Report 2023.
Caring for people with dementia handbook

Caring for People With Dementia is a practical guide for carers living in the Fraser Coast region. It will provide you with details of some of the challenges you may face, some tips on overcoming these challenges, and where to find local support services. This guide also provides information for the wider community to understand more about dementia.
Cultural Awareness Guidebook for Businesses

Here are two resources for employers regarding cultural awareness, and connecting regional employers with job seekers.
Kids Activity Trail - Botanic Gardens Activity Book

HBNC has created a Kids Activity Trail activity and colouring book to keep your kids entertained. It includes a map to the Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens as well and is meant to compliment your visit there.
Colouring Books

Colour in with these HBNC colour books. One for adults and one for children.
Neighbourhood Collective Impact Reports

Regular statistics, updates and success stories from our community hubs.
Service Summary poster

This poster provides a simple summary of the services HBNC provides. It is a helpful starting point for anyone looking to understand what we do to serve the community.
2023 Calendar: The Year of Sharing With Your Community

This year, our theme is Connection, so we're proud to introduce the 2023 Calendar: The Year of Sharing With Your Community.
Strategic Housing Issues Paper

Housing and homelessness services in both the Fraser Coast and Bundaberg Regional Council areas have significant concerns regarding the current lack of affordable housing and increasing cases of homelessness across the Wide Bay Burnett region.