REGISTER HERE: https://events.humanitix.com/asist-workshop-gayndah You are invited to attend a two-day workshop in Gayndah on 27 and 28 February 2024. Attendance on both days is essential. LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is the only workshop of its kind. Updated continually to reflect new knowledge, LivingWorks ASIST has been training people to provide suicide first aid interventions for 40 years. This workshop is ideal for anyone who lives, works or volunteers in the North Burnett region who would like to improve their skills in interacting and communicating with people at risk of suicide to increase immediate safety and get further help. Recognise when someone may be thinking of suicide. Respond in ways that clarify and address suicide risk. Understand why suicidal thoughts are present. Work together to review risk and increase safety. Go to the LivingWorks website to learn more about the workshop. Register by 11 February 2024. Please note this is a free workshop, however limited spaces available. Venue to be advised. Questions? Contact North Burnett Regional Council on 1300 696 272 and ask for the Disaster Management team. Date/location doesn't suit? Another workshop series will be held in Monto on 15-16 May 2024. Register here! Assistance provided through […]

Haven't thought about disaster planning yet and not sure where to start? Are you new to the North Burnett region? Come along to your local library and have a chat about becoming disaster ready! We can help you with: * Disaster & Evacuation Planning * Emergency Kit Planning * Pet Emergency Planning * Understanding the risk for your area including flood mapping Bookings preferred but not essential. Call 1300 696 272 and ask to speak to the Disaster Management team

Are you ready to take time out just for you and embrace some self-expression and creativity? You are invited to a FREE art workshop facilitated by talented local artists workers, Rachel K & Susie C. Come along and paint a timber “cloud” with a subject that represents happiness to you. All materials provided. You don’t need to be an artist to attend, everyone is welcome (but bookings are essential). Take some time out for yourself and join us for a few hours of creativity and spark some joy. Join us and unleash your creativity in a relaxed informal space. Bookings essential. Text or phone 0419 689 901 to find out more and reserve your place. * Build Community & Meet New People * * Try Something New * * Fun & Relaxing * * Creative Recovery & Resilience * * Hope & Positivity *

8-year-old Lucinda Dumont gallery opening at the Reginald Murray Australian Bush Learning Centre free Morning tea provided