Homebase Services

Homebase Services Homebase Youth Services helps young people and families on the NSW Mid North Coast overcome challenges and build brighter futures.

We run community programs and provide outreach services, case management, employment support and more. Homebase Services is a non-for-profit community organisation that provides social services in the Great Lakes and Manning areas of NSW.

It’s National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), and at Homebase, we’re for reconciliation.What does it mean to be...
27/05/2026

It’s National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June), and at Homebase, we’re for reconciliation.

What does it mean to be ‘All In’?

Across our organisation, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and non-Aboriginal staff work together side by side. We’re united by our purpose to support people, strengthen communities and create a better future for people and planet.

We’re stronger because of the knowledge, experience and leadership Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to our work.

But being ‘All In’ means recognising that reconciliation is not something that sits with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people alone – it belongs to all of us, and it requires consistent action.

It means being honest about what we’re doing well, where we can keep improving, and how we can keep moving forward with care and respect.

This week, join us in taking time to pause, learn and think about how we keep walking together toward reconciliation — this week, and every day.

Reconciliation Australia

📣 Tuesday Playgroup families, we have some great news! 📣For the rest of the term, a trained volunteer from Karitane will...
25/05/2026

📣 Tuesday Playgroup families, we have some great news! 📣

For the rest of the term, a trained volunteer from Karitane will be joining our Tuesday Playgroup to share simple tips for supporting children’s talking and listening skills.

The volunteer can share ideas to help with:
💬 talking and listening
🧸 using play to build speech skills
🏡 everyday tips to try at home

Come along to Tuesday Playgroup as usual and have a chat during the session.

🎨✨ Throwback Thursday to our Term 1 Thursday playgroup sessions with Keri ✨In the final weeks of Term 1, we were lucky t...
07/05/2026

🎨✨ Throwback Thursday to our Term 1 Thursday playgroup sessions with Keri ✨

In the final weeks of Term 1, we were lucky to have Keri from Karitane join us for art therapy — creating space for parents to talk about self-care and the realities of parenting 💛

One session explored “filling our own jugs” 🫶

Using collage, parents reflected on what helps them feel supported, regulated and able to show up as their best selves for their kids.

A good little reminder that looking after yourself matters too 😊

💫 May’s Full Circle Strive for Success Story 💫 May first connected with our Strive for Success, our youth job skills tra...
05/05/2026

💫 May’s Full Circle Strive for Success Story 💫 May first connected with our Strive for Success, our youth job skills training and employment program, in the Illawarra in 2024, exploring her next steps and considering study at TAFE NSW 🎓

🌟 With support from her Jobs Coach, Zoe, she took the leap, completing her Certificate IV in Community Services, then moving straight into a Diploma.

🌟 Along the way, she balanced work and navigated housing challenges, staying focused and committed to her goals.

🌟 As part of her Diploma, May returned to Strive for Success for 200 hours of placement… but this time in a different role.

🌟 Now, she’s supporting other young people facing similar challenges, building connections, sharing her experience, and helping others find their own path forward.

“Seeing May grow into this role has been incredible,” Zoe shared. “She’s taken everything she’s learned and turned it into something meaningful for others.”

From participant to supporting others – a full circle moment! Never underestimate the power of the ripple effect 💫

Huge shout out to the legends at Margaret Jurd College who teamed up with Bunnings on their community project where they...
05/05/2026

Huge shout out to the legends at Margaret Jurd College who teamed up with Bunnings on their community project where they built a nice shiny new BBQ and chose Homebase Youth Services to donate it to. How lucky are we! Thankyou guys it’s very much appreciated and will go to great use 🤙🏽🥓🥩

🧸 REMINDER: We’re back for Term 2 tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April 🥳 We can’t wait to see all our Playgroup friends and famil...
27/04/2026

🧸 REMINDER: We’re back for Term 2 tomorrow, Tuesday 28 April 🥳 We can’t wait to see all our Playgroup friends and families! 😊

📣 Our Homebase office will be closed on the Anzac Day public holiday, Monday 27 April 📣
24/04/2026

📣 Our Homebase office will be closed on the Anzac Day public holiday, Monday 27 April 📣

🔔 To our Playgroup families — reminder that Playgroup returns next Tuesday, 28 April! 🥳We can’t wait to see you all and ...
20/04/2026

🔔 To our Playgroup families — reminder that Playgroup returns next Tuesday, 28 April! 🥳

We can’t wait to see you all and kick off Term 2 with plenty of fun, learning and smiles all round 😊

📸 Check out a few of our snaps from Term 1

😎 “Stay a baddie, be a baddie” 😎 That was the motto for our Built For Life program in Term 1! Over six weeks, Homebase C...
17/04/2026

😎 “Stay a baddie, be a baddie” 😎 That was the motto for our Built For Life program in Term 1!

Over six weeks, Homebase Case Workers Gemma and Byron worked with students from Great Lakes College Forster at the Great Lakes Sailing Club, creating a safe, inclusive space to connect and grow.

Through group discussions, hands-on activities and movement, young people built confidence, strengthened relationships and developed skills to support their wellbeing.

Students spent time building skills in:
💭 Decision-making
🌱 Personal development
🧠 Self-awareness

Simple tools like beading, colouring and fidgets also helped keep everyone engaged and focused.

We learned that being a “baddie” isn’t about being perfect — it’s about showing up, backing yourself and staying true to who you are 💪

💙 NSW Youth Week starts today! 💙 Running from 16–26 April, Youth Week is all about young people coming together, having ...
15/04/2026

💙 NSW Youth Week starts today! 💙 Running from 16–26 April, Youth Week is all about young people coming together, having a say, and getting involved in their communities.

If you’re aged 12–24, it’s a chance to:
🎉 Join free local events
🎤 Share your ideas and talents
🤝 Connect with others
🙌 And just have a good time

This year’s theme is Dream. Dare. Do. — encouraging young people to think big and take steps towards what matters to them.

👉 Find events happening near you: https://www.nsw.gov.au/arts-and-culture/nsw-youth-week/events

📣 And don’t forget — we’re celebrating with a free Youth Week pool day today from 11:30am – 2:30pm at Great Lakes Aquatic & Leisure Centre! Check out our previous post for all the details 💧

Address

'The Loop' 9 South Street
Tuncurry, NSW
2428

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

02-6555 5622

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