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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Staff Profile - Meaghan Hay
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Staff Profile - Nita Walker
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National Reconciliation Week
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eNewsletter
June 2025
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SECTOR & COMMUNITY NEWS
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CEO MESSAGE
Recently Housing, Planning and Consumer Affairs Minister Felix Ellis, Homes Tasmania and YFCC officially opened YFCC’s new Youth2Independence facility on Mooreville Road, Burnie. This incredible new facility will provide accommodation for up to 25 young people. Under the program, 16-24 year olds are able to reside in the accommodation for up to two years, and will need to complete a Certificate I in Developing Independence with TasTAFE.
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In late April, we marked a special moment – the official launch of The Canopy! It was an afternoon full of energy, colour, and connection, brought to life by the combined efforts of Burnie Works, the Primary Years Action Group, and YFCC. We set out to welcome new faces and share what makes The Canopy such a vibrant, community-driven space – and it absolutely delivered. From start to finish, there was the distinctive buzz of people coming together with purpose. We were also fortunate to be joined by guest speakers – Minister Roger Jaensch MP, Miriam Beswick MP and Professor Sharon Bessell – who each brought thoughtful insights and encouragement. We thank the amazing organisations who helped to make the day shine – running creative activities, serving up delicious food, and adding that extra something special.
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In May we marked National Families Week 2025 with special events in Burnie and Devonport. Please read the full story below.
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Again, in May we farewelled our long-time YFCC Team Leader and Family Support Practitioner, Lindsay Hodgkinson, as she embarks on an exciting new chapter. Lindsay has been an exceptional and deeply valued member of the YFCC team, making a profound impact on the Organisation, the Sector and countless families over the years. Her dedication, compassion, and leadership have left a lasting legacy. While we are sad to see her go, we are immensely grateful for all she has contributed and wish her every success and happiness in her next endeavour.
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Thank you for taking the time to read the newsletter. If you would like to contribute to our next edition, please contact us at reception@yfcc.com.au.
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Location: Devonport and Burnie
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What I like about my role? I appreciate the collaboration and teamwork in my role. There's a real sense of lifting each other up, sharing knowledge and celebrating each other's successes.
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Location: Devonport and Burnie
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What I like about my role? I enjoy being able to make a real difference in young people's lives by supporting their holistic wellbeing, supporting personal growth, and help them build confidence, especially through sport or physical activity.
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Every six months, YFCC conducts a phone survey of around 10% of our clients across all programs and services delivered by the organisation. The most recent survey was conducted in May of this year.
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This May, our Family Support team proudly hosted free cinema screenings in celebration of National Families Week 2025. Families in Burnie enjoyed he animated adventure Dog Man, while Devonport welcomed audiences to the ever-popular Minecraft movie.
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The Pataway community is coming together to celebrate The Next Generation: Strength, Vision and Legacy at a special event: Kipli and Kani NAIDOC Week Celebration!
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YFCC Attends 2025 National Reconciliation Week Event: Bridging Now to Next
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National Reconciliation Week, held from 27 May to 3 June, is a time for all Australians to reflect on our shared history, acknowledge truth, and commit to a more unified and respectful future. This year's theme, "Bridging Now to Next," invited communities to consider how we can collectively move forward—by learning from the past and taking meaningful action today.
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One in three Tasmanians are not aware of the harmful effect alcohol can have on mental health and wellbeing. Be Nice to Brain wants to change this!
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Be Nice to Brain provides information, tools and support to help Tasmanians understand how alcohol can affect sleep, mood, stress, anxiety and overall wellbeing.
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YFCC has an ongoing commitment to keeping all children and young people safe. Staff are continuously identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate changes through policy and procedure, to ensure that children, young people, families, and the community remain safe.
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SECTOR & COMMUNITY NEWS
Evidence shows that drinking alcohol greatly increases your risk of cancer.
Based on this, Cancer Council Tasmania recommends people limit drinking alcohol.
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Mission Australia's annual Youth Survey is open now, and the charity is urging young people aged 14-19 to share their views in the largest survey of the nations young people.
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The Survey gives young people the chance to share their opinions on the issues impacting the country, open up about their aspirations and share their lived experience.
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If you would like to contribute to future YFCC eNewsletters, please email your contribution to: reception@yfcc.com.au
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62 Stewart Street, Devonport Tas 7310 • P: 03 6423 6635
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