News & Media
First Steps Count Hosts Screening of SEEN The Film
Despite the cold and rainy weather, a dedicated group of community members gathered at the Taree screening of SEEN The Film, a groundbreaking documentary that highlights the transformative power of personal healing for parents and its profound impact on child development.
First Steps Count Celebrates NAIDOC Week 2025 with 'Strong Paths' School Holiday Program
We’re thrilled to share the success of our 'Strong Paths' School Holiday Programme, held during NAIDOC Week 2025 (6-13 July 2025). Funded by Aboriginal Affairs NSW, this programme was a vibrant celebration of Indigenous culture and community.
First Steps Count Wins Prestigious Biophilic Design Award
We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the Building Scale Category in the 2025 Biophilic Design Awards, presented by the Living Future Institute of Australia. The award celebrates the thoughtful design of our centre, which seamlessly integrates natural materiality and a profound sense of place.
Stage 2 Works of First Steps Count Complete
In March 2024, we were pleased to announce the completion of Stage 2 of our Child and Community Centre.
First Steps Count Building Awarded Best in Recycled Timber Category at the 2024 Australian Timber Design Awards
First Steps Count continues to demonstrate how environmentally responsible construction can enhance community wellbeing, reinforcing its role as a beacon of sustainability and inclusive design on the Mid‑Coast.
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