Celebrate and welcome our youngest community members with a morning of love, laughter, and family fun! Hosted by Act for Kids and CQID, the Tiny Beginnings, Strong Futures – Welcome to Baby Festival is a completely FREE community event designed for families with children under 5 years old. This year, we are extending a very special invitation to families with babies born in 2025. To mark this beautiful milestone, Fraser Coast Regional Council representatives will be in attendance to present a Personalised Welcoming Certificate to your little one. Whether you are looking to connect with other local parents, explore vital family support networks, or simply enjoy a beautiful morning out with the kids, there is something for everyone. Free Activities for Kids & Families: Petting Zoo – Meet, pet, and feed friendly animals. Soft Play Area & Jumping Castle – Safe, active fun tailored for infants and toddlers. Face Painting & interactive children’s games. Free Sausage Sizzle & exciting Lucky Door Prizes! Community & Support Services On-Site. Direct access to Early Childhood Services and Family Support Networks. Representatives from Queensland Health and Queensland Education to answer your questions. Traditional Welcome to Country Smoking Ceremony & Aboriginal Dance performance. Hosts and Partners: This event is proudly coordinated and brought to you by Act for Kids and CQID (Central Queensland Indigenous Development). The event is proudly supported by HBNC, Fraser Coast Regional Council (FCRC), BNTAC, ATSI, and surrounding local family services. Registration / How to Attend: No prior registration is required for general admission—simply show up on the day! However, if your baby was born in 2025 and you would like to receive a Personalised Certificate presented by Fraser Coast Regional Council representatives, please REGISTER YOUR CHILDS DETAILS via the event link & arrive early to ensure details are correctly noted.