We’re pleased to share our latest news and events throughout 2023! If you would like access to any articles published in previous years, please get in touch via our contact page.
Jam packed activities in town and on country
We’ve got a great range of activities in town and on country this school holidays from easter egg hunts to goanna hunting! You can view a bigger version of our school holiday program here.
We’re looking for someone to take superb shots at our Christmas Party
BYFH is on the hunt for a roaming photographer to capture as many candid moments at our Christmas Party as possible! The Party is scheduled for Wednesday 13th December between 4pm and 7pm. We are looking for someone who:
* Has their own equipment
* Can attend the full event!
* Can provide 30 beautifully edited photos, and the rest as raw files
* Has an ABN and a current Working with Children Check
* Is happy to sign an agreement with BYFH re ownership
Emerging photographers and Kimberley Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. If this is something you might be interested in please email an Expression of Interest with a link to your portfolio to Corrie at earlylearning@byfh.org.au.
Winner of Not for Profit / Community Organisation Award
🌟 Exciting News 🌟
Broome Youth and Families Hub has been honoured with the prestigious Not-for-Profit / Community Organisation Award at this year's Broome Business Excellence Awards!
This recognition is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team. As a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation, this award strengthens our commitment to empowering and supporting our youth and families, making a positive impact in the Broome community. 🏆
Thank you, Broome, for believing in us!
Save the date!
BYFH's AGM will take place on Wednesday the 29th November - please note, this is the last Wednesday of the month. It will be at our usual committee meeting time of 5pm at 3/36 Frederick Street. If you are interested in becoming a BYFH committee member, please email Madelaine on madinabox@hotmail.com.
This Monday’s activities won’t be at PCYC
On Monday, please head to Drop In after school for an action-packed arvo of fun activities!
MyTime is a FREE service
We’ve got a great program on offer from the start of next term for families with children with developmental delays, a disability, a chronic medical condition or who are undergoing a diagnosis. If this sounds like you, MyTime is a free service that could be really helpful! Come along and join others in similar circumstances to socialise over a cuppa and morning tea in a relaxed setting. This service is most suitable for families with children from 0-18 yrs old.
NAIDOC stars: Kisha and Jerome
We would like to congratulate our fabulous staff Jerome and Kisha. Last night, at the Kullarri Regional Communities Indigenous Corporation NAIDOC Awards Celebration, they were both nominated for the great work they are doing here at BYFH. Kisha, who is the program coordinator for Drop In, was awarded Young Person of the Year, and Jerome, who heads up our Dads and Bubs group was awarded a certificate of excellence. We're so proud to have you both on our team!
Are you ready for the school holidays?
School holidays are approaching fast and BYFH and Broome PCYC have organised a jam-packed super fun program! We've got fishing trips, basketball and beats, on-country trips and arts and crafts afternoons. You can check out our full program below. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
Early NAIDOC week celebrations for BYFH’s playgroup
This week at BYFH's play group we're celebrating an early NAIDOC with a huge range of activities. We've got gift making for our elders, a parenting course, little bubba yarns at the library and more. We hope to see you through the week! Click on the picture for a bigger run down of the week’s events.
Food Sensations Broome
What's the best and cheapest way to make healthy meals and snacks for the family? We have got some ideas which we would love to share! Next month, we're hosting a nutrition workshop with Parenting Connection WA and Anglicare WA. There will be a creche provided for the little ones and we'll prepare together a delicious homemade meal. There's more information on the flyer below - please get in touch if you're interested