60 Second Showdown (Kallangur)
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Join us for a high-energy morning of Minute to Win It challenges.
Fast, fun, and full of laughs.
Suitable for kids and families! No experience needed, just bring your energy.
When: Friday 23rd January 2026
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
Cost: Free
RSVP: To book call the centre on 07 3465 3200 or email cd@encircle.org.au

Games Group (Lawnton)
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Join us for a relaxed and social morning of board games, card games, puzzles and plenty of laughs.
A great way to connect, unwind and make new friends. Everyone is welcome.
When: Friday (Monthly – 4th Friday of the month)
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
For more information and to register your attendance call the centre on 07 3889 0063.

Wood Burn Art Class
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Learn a new and fun skill in wood burn art. Men and ladies are welcome.
No experience necessary.
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
When: Second and fourth Wednesday of every month
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
Cost: FREE
Book: Call 3889 0063 or email cd@encircle.org.au

Community Playgroup (Redcliffe)
2026-01-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Join us in creating a fun and supportive environment for our little ones to grow and play together!

Outdoor play
Storytime and singing
Art and craft

Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
When: Thursday weekly
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
Cost: FREE
For more information, call the Centre on 3284 3081.

Conversational English Group: North Lakes Library (North Lakes)
2026-02-02 09:30 - 11:00 | North Lakes Library, 10 The Corso, North Lakes, Brisbane, QLD, 4509, Australia
The Conversational English Group is a great way to improve your English speaking and listening skills in a friendly and relaxed group. Conversations are about a range of relevant and interesting topics led by an experienced volunteer educator and volunteer tutors.
The group is:
Friendly, relaxed, and supportive
Conversations on a variety of relevant and interesting topics
One on one tutoring available
Open to anyone who wants to improve their English speaking skills
No cost
The Group is run by Encircle in collaboration with Moreton Bay Region Libraries.
Conversational English is currently on:
Days: Monday (during school terms)
Time: 9:30am – 11:00 am
Location: North Lakes Library (Meeting room 2 above the Library)
10 The Corso, North Lakes
Please note, classes are also held on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30am to 11:00am at Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton.
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION:
adultlit@encircle.org.au
07 3889 0063
encircle.org.au

Early Childhood Coordination Program
2026-02-02 09:30 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
The Play Matters Early Childhood Coordination initiative helps families connect with essential early education, health, and development services, addressing barriers and building on their strengths.
By guiding families through pathways to playgroups, kindergarten, and school, the program ensures children are developmentally ready to thrive in their educational journey.
When: Weekly on a Monday (Term Time)
Time: 9:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Bookings by appointment. Please call Nerissa on 1800 00 PLAY to make your booking.

Book Club (Lawnton)
2026-02-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Do you love to read and enjoy connecting with new people?
Join us on the first Monday of every month as we come together for engaging discussions, new perspectives, and great reads! Tea/coffee included.
When: First Monday of every month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
Cost: Free
Bookings are essential as there are limited spots. To register your attendance, call the Centre on 07 3889 0063 or email cd@encircle.org.au.

Parkinson's Community Choir (Kallangur)
2026-02-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Hosted by Parkinson’s Queensland, this weekly group helps those with Parkinson’s find their voice, and reduce isolation. ALL WELCOME
When: Every Monday (except Public holidays) at 12pm – 2:00pm
Where: Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
Cost: Gold coin donation
Click here to read about a study that found Parkinson’s disease symptoms improved with singing.
Free parking and disabled access

Growing Resilience - Free Mental Health Program (Redcliffe)
2026-02-02 12:30 - 13:30 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Growing Resilience is a free 6-week block program from GROW Australia, designed to support mental health and resilience.

Weekly 1-hour online sessions in small groups
Facilitated by Grow Australia
Workbook included to guide discussions
Topics: Coping with stress, managing emotions, rebuilding after loss, and improving relationships
Open to all—no diagnosis or referral needed

Ideal for anyone facing mental health challenges due to life stressors like disasters, COVID-19, or financial hardship.
When: 6-week program on a Monday from 2nd February until 9th March 2026
Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
RSVP: Bookings essential. To RSVP click here by 27th January 2026

Women's Art Social Group (Kallangur)
2026-02-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
We invite all women to come and share their love of art and have a chat. Bring your own project. Every Monday night (except public holidays)
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
When: Weekly Monday – 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Cost: FREE
Free parking and disabled access
For more information, contact the friendly reception at Encircle Kallangur on 07 3465 3200 or email kallangur@encircle.org.au

Conversational English Group: Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (Lawnton)
2026-02-03 09:30 - 11:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
The Conversational English Group is a great way to improve your English speaking and listening skills in a friendly and relaxed group. Conversations are about a range of relevant and interesting topics led by an experienced volunteer educator and volunteer tutors.
The group is:
Friendly, relaxed, and supportive
Conversations on a variety of relevant and interesting topics
One on one tutoring available
Open to anyone who wants to improve their English speaking skills
No cost
The Group is run by Encircle in collaboration with Moreton Bay Region Libraries.
Conversational English is currently on:
Days: Tuesday and Friday
Time: 9:30am – 11:00 am
Location: Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
Free Parking and disabled access
Close to public transport (bus / train)
Please note, a class is also held on Monday from 9:30am to 11:00am at North Lakes Library (Meeting
room 2 above the library) 10 The Corso, North Lakes
CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION:
adultlit@encircle.org.au
07 3889 0063
encircle.org.au

You Me She (Kallangur)
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
You Me She is an inclusive women’s group who meet the first Wednesday of each month. We actively connect, empower and celebrate all women.
Grab a friend and join in a fun morning of connection and morning tea.
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur
When: First Wednesday of the month – 10:00am to 11:30am
FREE EVENT – bookings essential.
For more information or queries please contact 07 3465 3200 or email kallangur@encircle.org.au

Wood Burning - Redcliffe
2026-02-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Start your wood burning journey with us. No experience necessary!
Make art, make friends, and make a difference in your life.
All welcome!
When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
Cost: Gold Coin Donation
RSVP: Limited spaces and bookings essential. To register your attendance email cd@encircle.org.au or call the Centre on 07 3284 3081.

OzHarvest's NEST Program
2026-02-04 10:00 - 12:30 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Learn to cook easy and healthy meals!
OzHarvest‘s NEST program teaches you new skills for better health in just six weeks.

Save money on your food budget
Store food safely
Understand food labels
Plan meals and reduce waste
Cook easy and healthy recipes

When: Wednesday, weekly from 4 February to 11 March 2026
Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
Cost: Free
RSVP: Bookings essential as numbers are limited. Click here to register.

Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (Caboolture) - Walk-In
2026-02-04 13:00 - 15:00 | PRCLS Caboolture, Unit 9C, The Lakes Centre, 22 King Street, Caboolture, QLD, 4510, Australia
Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (PRCLS) helps more than 200 people every month access free legal advice, information, referrals, and document services.
Walk-in without an appointment for a consultation of up to 20 minutes
Where: Unit 9C, The Lakes Centre, 22 King Street, Caboolture
When: Wednesday, weekly from 1:00pm – 3:00pm (Please note, this walk-in service does not operate during the Queensland December-January school holidays and public holidays)
Contact:

A: 4A/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine
P: 07 3881 3500
E: prcls@encircle.org.au
Consultations will be 15-20 minutes only. Remember to bring all your documents.
Free parking and disabled access

Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (Strathpine) – Walk-In
2026-02-05 17:45 - 19:00 | Pine Rivers Community Legal Service, 4A/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine, QLD, 4500, Australia
Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (PRCLS) helps more than 200 people every month access free legal advice, information, referrals, and document services.
Walk-in without an appointment for a consultation of up to 20 minutes
Where: Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (4a/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine)
When: Thursday, weekly from 5:45pm – 7:00pm (Please note, this walk-in service does not operate during the Queensland December-January school holidays and public holidays)
Contact:

A: 4A/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine
P: 07 3881 3500
E: prcls@encircle.org.au
Consultations will be 15-20 minutes only. Remember to bring all your documents.
Free parking and disabled access

Pine Rivers Community Playgroup
2026-02-06 09:30 - 11:30 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
Come and enjoy a range of fun activities while making new friends and developing social skills at the inclusive Pine Rivers Community Playgroup.

BYO snacks
Water is available for all

Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
When: Friday weekly
Time: 9.30am – 11.30am
Cost: $30 for 10 visits. No bookings needed, just turn up.
For more information, call the Centre on 3465 3200

Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (Redcliffe) - Walk-In
2026-02-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (PRCLS) helps more than 200 people every month access free legal advice, information, referrals, and document services.
Walk-in without an appointment for a consultation of up to 20 minutes
Where: Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
When: Friday, weekly from 10:00am – 12:00pm (Please note, this walk-in service does not operate during the Queensland December-January school holidays and public holidays)
Contact:

A: 4A/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine
P: 07 3881 3500
E: prcls@encircle.org.au
Consultations will be 15-20 minutes only. Remember to bring all your documents.
Free parking and disabled access

Growing Resilience - Free Mental Health Program (Lawnton)
2026-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Growing Resilience is a free 6-week block program from GROW Australia, designed to support mental health and resilience.

Weekly 1-hour sessions in small groups
Facilitated by Grow Australia
Workbook included to guide discussions
Topics: Coping with stress, managing emotions, rebuilding after loss, and improving relationships
Open to all—no diagnosis or referral needed

Ideal for anyone facing mental health challenges due to life stressors like disasters, COVID-19, or financial hardship.
When: 6-week program on a Friday from 6th February until 13th March 2026
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
RSVP: Bookings essential. To RSVP email cd@encircle.org.au or call the centre on 3889 0063 by 30th January 2026

Bringing Up Great Kids (Lawnton)
2026-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
The Bringing Up Great Kids (BUGK) Program is an integrated suite of activities and tools that are unique and offer all parents and carers a fresh way to understand and enact relationships with their children.
It has been evaluated and found to be an effective program in supporting the development of mindful and positive relationships between parents/carers and children.
BUGK is constantly evolving and has now developed into new variations that meet the needs of parents from different backgrounds and with different experiences.
BUGK focuses on:

Building positive and nurturing relationships between parents and their children
Supporting parents to review and enhance their patterns of communication with their children
Promoting more respectful interactions and encouraging the development of children’s positive self-identity

When: 6-week program (Tuesdays 17th February – 24th March 2026)
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Bookings essential. For more information, please contact 3889 0063 or email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au

Pine Rivers Community Network Meeting
2026-02-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Opportunity for local Pine Rivers community organisations to make connections, develop partnerships, and share community insight and information.
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton
When: Bi-monthly, every third Wednesday
Time: 10.00am – 12:00pm
Cost: FREE
Book: Call 3889 0063 or email cd@encircle.org.au

NDIS Local Area Coordinator Visit (Kallangur)
2026-02-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Kallangur, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, Queensland, 4503, Australia
NDIS Local area coordinators support people with disability to create and work towards their goals, build capacity to make their own decisions and choices and access the support they need to live the life they choose.
Where: Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road Kallangur
When: Friday monthly (4th Friday of each month) – 10:00am to 12:00pm
Bookings essential. To book an appointment, please call 3384 1600.
About the NDIS:
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a scheme of the Australian Government that funds costs associated with disability.
Click here to find out more about the NDIS
Free parking and disabled access

Wheel of Well-Being Workshop (Lawnton)
2026-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Over the past fifteen years, there has been a growing field of research that combines aspects of psychology, health and economics to explore what makes us happy – and what kind of things we can do to improve our well-being.
The wheel of well-being (WoW) program* has been developed to shape new ways to improve well-being and positive mental health.
More and more research is showing us how certain things we do can improve our moods, reduce the risk of depression, strengthen relationships, and keep us healthy.
Encircle is running a FREE three-week group program using the WoW strategy to boost health and happiness and give you useful tools for stress reduction and mindfulness.
Watch the video to learn more about the WoW strategy or read about the program launch.
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Places are limited and bookings are essential.
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
When: This is a three-week program on Monday 2 March, Monday 9 March, and Monday 16 March 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm (Morning Tea will be provided)
Cost: FREE
Book: Call 3889 0063 or email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au
Free Parking and disabled access
Close to public transport (bus and train)
*Wheel of Well-being is owned by South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial Share-Alike 4.0 International License. Information on this license is available at www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0. Adaptations need to follow brand guidelines available at www.wheelofwellbeing.org and be signed off by SLaM. For permissions beyond the scope of this license contact hello@wheelofwellbeing.org.

Seniors Tarago Tours
2026-04-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
Come for a social outing and mini-bus tour. The outings are coordinated by volunteer bus driver, Bob.
It is a door to door pick up and drop off service.
When: Mondays (fortnightly) between 9am and 3pm.
Where: Bus trip outings from your location (destination calendar will be available soon)
Cost: $5
Please call the Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre on 07 3284 3081 for more information, and to book.

Circle of Security Parenting Program (Redcliffe)
2026-05-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
At times, parents struggle working out what their child needs. Circle of Security is an evidence-based parenting program that helps parents make sense of what their child is really asking from them.
This FREE 7-week program supports parents to build healthy and secure relationships with their children.

Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional need
Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem
Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure

Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
Dates: 7-week program – Wednesdays 6 May until 17 June 2026
Time: 10am – 12pm
Sorry, childminding is not available.
Bookings essential. For more information, please contact 3889 0063 or email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au

Bringing Up Great Kids (Redcliffe)
2026-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, Queensland, 4020, Australia
The Bringing Up Great Kids (BUGK) Program is an integrated suite of activities and tools that are unique and offer all parents and carers a fresh way to understand and enact relationships with their children.
It has been evaluated and found to be an effective program in supporting the development of mindful and positive relationships between parents/carers and children.
BUGK is constantly evolving and has now developed into new variations that meet the needs of parents from different backgrounds and with different experiences.
BUGK focuses on:

Building positive and nurturing relationships between parents and their children
Supporting parents to review and enhance their patterns of communication with their children
Promoting more respectful interactions and encouraging the development of children’s positive self-identity

When: 6-week program (Wednesdays 29 July – 2 September 2026)
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Booking essential. For more information, please contact 3889 0063 or email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au

Flourish Workshops (Lawnton)
2026-08-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
Learn how to flourish and experience enhanced Mental Health and Wellbeing with the PERMA Model.

Flourishing is a holistic state of wellbeing that involves:

Positive Emotions
Engagement
Relationships
Meaning and Purpose
Accomplishments

This FREE three-week group program aims to engage attendees in conversation and activities which enhance our Mental Health and Wellbeing.
When: Monday 18 August, Monday 24 August, and Monday 31 August 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
How to register: To book please email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au or contact the centre on 07 3889 0063.

Circle of Security Parenting Program (Lawnton)
2026-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers (Lawnton), 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Queensland, 4501, Australia
At times, parents struggle working out what their child needs. Circle of Security is an evidence-based parenting program that helps parents make sense of what their child is really asking from them.
This FREE 7-week program supports parents to build healthy and secure relationships with their children.

Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional need
Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem
Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure

Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
Dates: 7-week program – Mondays 12 October until 23 November 2026
Time: 10am – 12pm
Sorry, childminding is not available.
Bookings essential. For more information, please contact 3889 0063 or email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au
