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GingGing Playgroup

About the program

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Children develop a strong sense of belonging, being & becoming when they are nurtured and connected to their family. CDCC delivers Playgroup and Family Support Programs to promote the educational, physical, social and emotional well-being of children and families in Cooktown, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

Young children learn best by playing and interacting with their parents, caregivers and other children. At playgroup, you can join in activities with your child to help them learn about sharing toys, looking at books and playing with other children. Playgroup is a safe, fun way to help prepare your child to be ready for kindy and school. Playgroup sessions are held at Cooktown, Wujal Wujal and Laura.

This service has been developed to build family and community capacity and engage families and children up to 8 years of age.

 

 

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Elements of this program include

  • Mobile Playgroup providing play-based learning experiences to develop early childhood social, emotional, language, cognitive and physical skills
  • Extensive social and emotional support to Indigenous, isolated and disadvantaged families
  • Partnering with other early years services and community organisations
  • Transition activities introducing children to routines in preparation for kindergarten or school
  • Parent and child engagement activities to encourage family interaction, and to introduce early literacy and numeracy skills

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🎄 Christmas Is Coming! 🎄

Join our School Holiday Club for five days of festive fun, friendship and Christmas creativity! From crafts and a pool outing to a Hawaiian Christmas celebration, cookie making and a movie, there’s plenty to look forward to.

📅 7–11 December 2026
🕣 8:30 am–3:00 pm daily
📍 Cooktown Events Centre
🌟 Ages 5–12 (primary school children)

**Early bird bookings open 16 November!** Book by 22 November for $38 per child, per day. Standard price: $45 per day. All bookings close 30 November.
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🎄 Christmas Is Coming! 🎄

Join our School Holiday Club for five days of festive fun, friendship and Christmas creativity! From crafts and a pool outing to a Hawaiian Christmas celebration, cookie making and a movie, there’s plenty to look forward to.

📅 7–11 December 2026  
🕣 8:30 am–3:00 pm daily  
📍 Cooktown Events Centre  
🌟 Ages 5–12 (primary school children)

**Early bird bookings open 16 November!** Book by 22 November for $38 per child, per day. Standard price: $45 per day. All bookings close 30 November.

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What would YOU like to do in Cooktown over the wet season? 🌴🌧️

We want young people aged 12–17 to help choose the activities they would actually enjoy!

Join us for a FREE after-school Youth Hangout with pizza, soft drinks, a photo booth, iDOR games and This or That voting.

📅 Friday 13 November
⏰ 3:30 pm–5:00 pm
📍 Cooktown Events Centre

Bring your phone, bring your friends and bring your ideas.

No bookings needed—just turn up!
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What would YOU like to do in Cooktown over the wet season? 🌴🌧️

We want young people aged 12–17 to help choose the activities they would actually enjoy!

Join us for a FREE after-school Youth Hangout with pizza, soft drinks, a photo booth, iDOR games and This or That voting.

📅 Friday 13 November  
⏰ 3:30 pm–5:00 pm  
📍 Cooktown Events Centre

Bring your phone, bring your friends and bring your ideas.

No bookings needed—just turn up!

🎄☕ TEA, TALK & TRIVIA ☕🎄

Cooktown’s senior community is invited to join us for a relaxed and festive morning of conversation, delicious morning tea and friendly trivia!

📅 Wednesday 2 December 2026
⏰ 10:00 am–12:00 pm
📍 Cooktown Botanic Gardens, Nature's Powerhouse, Cooktown
🎟️ FREE EVENT

Come by yourself or join some friends and form a trivia team. It’s all about having fun, meeting others and putting your general knowledge to the test!

Places are limited and reservations are essential.

To reserve your place, please contact Emma:
📞 07 4082 1400
📧 e.meehan@cooktowndcc.org.au

Please let Emma know of any dietary requirements when booking.
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🎄☕ TEA, TALK & TRIVIA ☕🎄

Cooktown’s senior community is invited to join us for a relaxed and festive morning of conversation, delicious morning tea and friendly trivia!

📅 Wednesday 2 December 2026  
⏰ 10:00 am–12:00 pm  
📍 Cooktown Botanic Gardens, Natures Powerhouse, Cooktown  
🎟️ FREE EVENT

Come by yourself or join some friends and form a trivia team. It’s all about having fun, meeting others and putting your general knowledge to the test!

Places are limited and reservations are essential.

To reserve your place, please contact Emma:  
📞 07 4082 1400
📧 e.meehan@cooktowndcc.org.au

Please let Emma know of any dietary requirements when booking.

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