We are committed to supporting the holistic development of children in our community by focusing on their physical health, emotional wellbeing, and educational progress.
By nurturing these key areas early, we lay the groundwork for lifelong success, resilience, and a strong sense of identity – ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive now and in the future.
The ASQ-TRAK is a simple, family-friendly way to check how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children are growing and developing from 2 months up to 5 and a half years old.
This tool helps identify what your child is doing well and spots any areas where they might need a bit of extra support early on. It’s designed to involve families by having caregivers take part in the process, so you get to learn more about your child’s development and skills while being supported by the health team.
Protecting your child’s health is important. Immunisations help keep children safe from serious illnesses and give them the best start in life.
Bidgerdii Community Health Service, provide vaccinations that follow the recommended schedule for children to keep them healthy and protected.
Our Child Health Promotion Nurse supports families to improve early childhood health, development, and school readiness — with a strong focus on providing culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families.
This support includes:
Developmental checks for children aged birth to 5 years of age
Referrals to services like speech therapy, occupational therapy, and other specialists
Health education for parents and carers to build confidence and knowledge
Culturally safe support during pregnancy and the early years
Regular visits to local playgroups and early learning programs
Sharing community feedback to shape programs that meet local needs
Promoting healthy development through outreach, resources, and events
By working closely with families and community services, our Child Health Promotion Nurse helps children thrive in the early years and get ready for school.
Play Therapy offers children a safe and supportive space to express thoughts and emotions they may not yet have the words for.
Through play — their most natural form of communication — children can explore their experiences, process big feelings, and build confidence at their own pace.
Play Therapy can support children experiencing:
Anxiety or emotional distress
ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder
Challenges with social skills or communication
Family changes or separation
Behavioural or learning difficulties
Trouble with emotional regulation
Hearing Australia’s HAPEE Program supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from birth to 6 years old, before they start full-time school.
The program offers free hearing checks in regional, rural, and remote communities to help pick up hearing issues early — so kids are ready to learn and grow with confidence when they start school.
Speech therapy helps children improve how they communicate and understand language, supporting their learning and confidence.
Your child might see a speech therapist if they experience:
Difficulty being understood by others
Trouble understanding what people say
A hoarse or quiet voice
Stuttering or speech interruptions
Challenges with spelling, reading, or writing
Feeding or swallowing difficulties (especially in infants)
Our speech therapists work closely with children and families to support better communication and overall development.
Helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children build the skills they need for everyday activities — like getting dressed, playing, eating, or joining in at kindy or home.
This service supports children from birth to 5 years who may be experiencing challenges due to developmental delay, disability, injury, or emotional or learning difficulties.
A referral and a completed 715 Health Check are required to access this service.
CQUniversity offers developmental screening appointments for children aged 2 to 5 years.
Their Health Clinic team visits on Thursdays during school terms and provides screening for:
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
These screenings help identify any developmental concerns early, so children can get the right support before starting school.
Getting started with our child development programs is simple. If you’ve seen a service that could support your child’s learning, communication, behaviour, or overall development, our team is here to help.
Whether you want to learn more, check eligibility, or get connected with a specific service, the Rockhampton Children and Family Centre team is here to support you and your family.
Call 4928 5043 or email cfcreception@bidgerdii.org.
