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You, Me, She (Redcliffe)
2026-12-11 10:00 - 11:30 (Australia/Brisbane) | Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
We are an inclusive women’s social group that meets the second Thursday of each month.
Morning tea is provided.
When: Second Friday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Bookings required for catering purposes! To book call the centre on 07 3284 3081.
Cost: Free, however donations are welcome.

Conversational English Classes (Lawnton)
2026-12-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Our conversational English classes are a great way to improve your English speaking and listening skills in a friendly and relaxed group.
When: Weekly Tuesday and Friday (during school term)
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: No RSVP required. Simply turn up on the day.

Encircle Pine Rivers Community Legal Service Walk-in (Strathpine)
2026-12-10 17:45 - 19:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Community Legal Service, 4/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine, QLD, 4500, Australia
Free legal advice and information.
Up to 15-minute consultation.
When: Weekly Thursday (excluding Queensland December-January school holidays, and public holidays)
Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Community Legal Service (4/481 Gympie Road, Strathpine)
RSVP: This is a walk-in service so no bookings are required.
For further information, or longer appointments, please contact the Encircle Pine Rivers Community Legal Service on 07 3881 3500.

You, Me, She (Lawnton)
2026-12-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Join us for a morning of good company and fun times!
We are an inclusive women’s social group that meets the second Thursday of each month.
Morning tea is provided.
When: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Bookings required for catering purposes! To book call the centre on 07 3889 0063.

Financial Counselling (Redcliffe)
2026-12-10 09:00 - 15:00 | Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
Free financial counselling service offering a service committed to providing support to individuals and families to engage with and improve their financial wellbeing and resilience.
When: Thursday fortnightly
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Bookings essential. To book call the centre on 07 3284 3081.

Craft Club (Kallangur)
2026-12-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, QLD, 4503, Australia
Join great company, bring your own craft, and share your love of it with others.
When: Thursday fortnightly
Time: 9.00am – 12.00pm
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
RSVP: No RSVP required. Simply turn up on the day.

Financial Counselling (Lawnton)
2026-12-09 09:00 - 15:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Free Financial Counselling.
Face to face or phone appointments available.
When: Wednesday fortnightly
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Bookings required. To book call the centre on 07 3889 0063.

Book Club (Lawnton)
2026-12-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Join our book club for engaging discussions, new perspectives, and great reads!
Tea and coffee included.
When: First Monday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Bookings are not required. Simply turn up on the day to join.

NDIS - Local Area Co-ordinator (LAC)
2026-11-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, QLD, 4503, Australia
LAC’s support people with disability to achieve goals, build capacity and independence, and access supports.
When: Fourth Friday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Rd, Kallangur)
RSVP: Bookings required. Call 07 3384 1600 to book.

Games Group (Lawnton)
2026-11-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Join us for a relaxed and social morning of board games, card games, puzzles and plenty of laughs.
Everyone is welcome.
A great way to connect, unwind and make new friends.
When: Fourth Friday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Bookings required for planning purposes. To book call the centre on 07 3889 0063.

Circle of Security Parenting Program (Lawnton)
2026-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 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 6 week program supports parents to build healthy and secure relationships with their children.
During the Circle of Security program you will learn how to:

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

Sorry, childminding is not available.
When: Weekly Monday from 12th October – 23rd November 2026
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Booking required. To book email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au or call 07 3889 0063.

Nest Program (Redcliffe)
2026-10-28 10:00 - 12:30 | Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
Free NEST Program for ages 65+*.
Led by friendly OzHarvest dietitians, NEST teaches you about healthy eating and affordable cooking in just six weeks!
What you’ll learn:

New food knowledge and cooking skills
How to understand food labels
Tips to save money on your food budget
How to plan meals to reduce food waste
How to store food safely
Easy and delicious recipes you can make at home

When: Every Wednesday from 23rd September – 28th October
Time: 10.00am – 12.30pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Registrations essential to secure your spot. Click here to book.
* 65+ for general ageing population, Culturally and Linguistic Diverse backgrounds, older women, and LGBTIQ groups.
50+ for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander populations.
55+ for people experiencing homelessness.

Tax Help (Lawnton)
2026-10-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Do you need help completing your tax return online?
Encircle Community Services is running a Tax Help Program to assist community members complete their tax returns online.
Clients will need to bring their MyGov login details and any relevant tax records.
Eligibility Criteria:

Tax returns must be simple
Income less than $70,000

When: Alternating Wednesdays commencing 29th July 2026
Time: 10.00am – 2.00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
Bookings essential. Call the Centre to book on 07 3889 0063.

Board Games Day (Redcliffe)
2026-10-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
Join us for a fun-filled Board Games Day during the school holidays!
Kids can enjoy a variety of classic and modern board games, challenge their friends, learn new games, and take part in friendly competitions.
It’s a great opportunity to have fun, make new friends, and enjoy some screen-free entertainment in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Whether they love strategy games, card games, puzzles, or classic favourites, there will be something for everyone to enjoy!
Refreshments provided.
When: Thursday 1st October 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Bookings required for catering purposes. Click here to register.

Spring Carnival (Lawnton)
2026-09-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Celebrate Welcoming Week with a day of free family fun at our 4th Annual Spring Carnival!
Welcoming Week is about bringing organisations and communities together to build strong connections and celebrate the vibrant and inclusive community we have here in Moreton Bay.
This year’s Spring Carnival is proudly delivered in partnership with ETC Parent Pathways, who are joining us to help create an inclusive, welcoming event that connects families with local support, services and opportunities.
Bring the whole family along for an exciting community celebration filled with entertainment, activities and opportunities to connect.
What’s On
🎡 Free kids’ activities
🎨 Free face painting
🐐 Free petting zoo
🎶 Live music and entertainment
🍔 Free food
🏘️ Community stalls
📚 Book Stall – Browse a fantastic selection of pre-loved books. Pick up your next great read with a gold coin donation or in date pantry item, with all proceeds supporting Encircle’s Community Pantry.
✨ Plus lots more family-friendly fun!
Whether you’re looking for a fun day out, wanting to connect with your community, or discover local services, there’s something for everyone.
When: Friday 25th September 2026
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Entry is FREE, but registrations are essential. Click here to book your free tickets.

RSPCA Community Day (Lawnton)
2026-09-15 09:00 - 14:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Book your pet a health check and join us for the RSPCA Community Day at Encircle Pine Rivers.
To be eligible for this event, you must hold an approved concession card – all pet health and wellbeing support is provided free of charge. Your CRN will need to be provided.
The RSPCA team will be on hand to chat with you about your pet and can support you with:

A veterinary pet health check (per booking)
Vaccinations (per booking)
Microchipping
Pet care essentials for dogs and cats (food, collars, leads etc.)
Future desexing

PLEASE NOTE:
Community Day pet health check bookings are for new clients registering for our program. Our services provide initial support to people and pets, and we are not able to provide ongoing or emergency veterinary support. If you are a previous or current client and require additional support, please email our team at community-outreach@rspcaqld.org.au.
A ticket must be booked for each individual animal to allow adequate time for health checks; tickets are limited to 2 per person. If you have additional animals, please email community-outreach@rspcaqld.org.au or talk with one of our friendly staff on the day to enquire about future community days.
This is a pet-friendly day. Please ensure your pet/s are safe by securing them on a lead or in a carrier. If you do not have access to a carrier or lead, please see staff on arrival for assistance.
We ask all individuals attending our community day to make proactive and informed choices towards both yours and your pet’s welfare. Please keep in mind extreme temperatures are common at this time of the year. Due to ongoing weather concerns, please be advised of the following:

Consider booking an earlier time slot if your pet’s breed is more susceptible to heat distress.
If you are walking to the Community Day, conduct a three second heat test by placing the back of your hand on the pavement. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your dog.
Please do not leave your pet/s in the car. If you require assistance, please call your Community Liaison Officer to alert them of your arrival.
Community Days are held from 9:00am until 2:30pm. The weather during these times may fluctuate, so please stay mindful of any changes that may occur.
⁠Please arrive no more than 10 minutes before your appointment time to minimise the duration you and your pets are in the heat.

When: Tuesday 15th September 2026
Time: 9:00am – 2:30pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Bookings essential. Click here to book your time.

Flourish Workshop (Lawnton)
2026-09-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 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
Engagment
Relationships
Meaning and purpose
Accomplishments

The FREE four-week group program aims to engage attendees in conversation and activities which enhance our Mental Health and Wellbeing.
When: Weekly Monday from 17th August – 7 September 2026
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Booking required. To book email counsellingreferrals@encircle.org.au or call 07 3889 0063.

Growing Resilience (Redcliffe)
2026-08-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
Join us for Growing Resilience, a free 6-week mental health program from Grow Australia, designed to support mental health and resilience.

Join us for a free resilience program delivered by a Grow facilitator.
Take part in six weekly sessions, each lasting up to 60 minutes.
Receive handouts to help you follow along and get the most from each session.
Learn in a supportive group environment with guidance from an experienced facilitator who will be there throughout the program.

Week 1: Live in the now and hope for the future (Calming your emotions when you feel unsettled about state of uncertainty in the world right now)
Week 2: Feeling overwhelmed (Coping strategies for when you feel as if there is too much going on and you don’t know where to start)
Week 3: Exercise as a Mental Health medicine (Understanding how our physical health can affect our mental health and forming a plan to look after both)
Week 4: Managing loss and gaining perspective (Understanding how the feelings we experience around loss are temporary and that we can rebuild and find happiness)
Week 5: Managing feelings during stressful times (Identifying which feelings are not serving you well during stressful times and dealing with them)
Week 6: Managing healthy relationships (Identifying and dealing with common triggers and patters which affect our dealings with others)
When: Weekly on a Thursday from 2nd July – 6th August 2026
Time: 10.30am – 11.30am
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Bookings essential. To register click here by Tuesday 30th June.

NAIDOC Traditional Games (Kallangur)
2026-07-01 10:00 - 14:00 | Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, QLD, 4503, Australia
Parents and children are invited to join us for a fun day of Traditional Games for NAIDOC week.
Games will include Edor, Goori and Bourjin.
When: Wednesday 1st July 2026
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre (51 Marsden Road, Kallangur)
RSVP: Spots are limited and bookings are essential! Click here to RSVP or email cd@encircle.org.au

NAIDOC Kids Bush Tukka Event (Redcliffe)
2026-06-30 12:30 - 14:30 | Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre, 1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
Parents and children, come along for a special bush tucker experience!
Join Uncle Bruce, a proud Batjala man and founder of Murri Tukka, as he shares his knowledge of traditional bush foods and culture.
This is a wonderful opportunity for families to connect, learn, and experience culture together.
When: Tuesday 30th June 2026
Time: 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Where: Encircle Redcliffe Neighbourhood Centre (1 Lamington Drive, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Spots are limited and bookings are essential! Click here to RSVP or email cd@encircle.org.au

NAIDOC Kids Bush Tukka Event (Lawnton)
2026-06-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Parents and children, come along for a special bush tucker experience!
Join Uncle Bruce, a proud Batjala man and founder of Murri Tukka, as he shares his knowledge of traditional bush foods and culture.
This is a wonderful opportunity for families to connect, learn, and experience culture together.
When: Monday 29th June 2026
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Spots are limited and bookings are essential! Click here to RSVP or email cd@encircle.org.au

Winter Warmer (Lawnton)
2026-06-15 09:30 - 12:30 | Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre, 865 Gympie Road, Lawnton, Brisbane, Qld, 4501, Australia
Come along for a bright and friendly morning filled with winter‑warmth support, free haircuts, free health checks, giveaways, and plenty of good company.
Everyone is welcome!
When: Monday 15th June 2026
Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm
Where: Encircle Pine Rivers Neighbourhood Centre (865 Gympie Road, Lawnton)
RSVP: Bookings required for catering purposes! Click here to book or email cd@encircle.org.au

Moreton Bay Says No To Violence
2026-05-29 09:00 - 11:00 | Rotary Park Redcliffe, 186 Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
You are invited to unite with the Moreton Bay community, to stand up – speak out – and walk together against family and domestic violence.
Join us for the 18th annual community event on Friday 29th May 2026.
Businesses, clubs, organisations, schools, and members of the community are requested to gather at 8:30am at Rotary Park, Redcliffe (186 Redcliffe Parade) in advance of the walk start.
The Moreton Bay Says No 2 Violence (MBSN2V) walk will commence at 9:00am.
Attendees will walk along Redcliffe Parade, continuing along the waterfront and down the ANZAC Avenue access road to the Redcliffe Settlement Cove Amphitheatre/Basketball Court.
The walking group will be supported by staff and volunteers from the Queensland Police Service who, in addition to participating in the event, will implement road safety measures and road opening procedures as attendees walk along Redcliffe Parade.
A speaking event will be held at the Redcliffe Amphitheatre in Settlement Cove at the completion of the walk.
When: Friday 29th May 2026
Time: 9:00am – 11:00am
Where: Rotary Park, Redcliffe (186 Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe)
RSVP: Click here to RSVP.

Smoking Ceremony (Kallangur)
2026-05-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre, 51 Marsden Road, Kallangur, QLD, 4503, Australia
Join Encircle for a meaningful morning featuring a traditional smoking ceremony and water blessing followed by morning tea.
Led by a respected Kabi Kabi Elder, this celebration of culture, healing and community will feature a smoking ceremony and water blessing.
A smoking ceremony cleanses and creates a space of respect and connection while the water blessing invites peace, harmony and strength into our community.
This smoking ceremony will be held during National Reconciliation Week 2026.
When: Tuesday 26th May 2026
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am
Where: Encircle Kallangur Neighbourhood Centre
RSVP: Bookings essential for catering purposes. To book click here or call the centre on 07 3465 3200.
