Wilderness

The Centre has undergone a transformation, inside and out, with a significant investment bringing the Centre up to standard with a new café, toilets, floors, outdoor area and foyer as well as significant renovations to the upstairs OOSHC area. This has also seen us transition away from the ‘Crazy Maze’ brand to our new Wilderness branding to better reflect the values of the organisation with focus on an educational play experience for the activity centre. The centre has a ‘Play for Purpose’ commitment with regular activities centred around conservation. The new theme is brought to life by the beautiful murals by local artists, Leanne Prussing and Michelle Dalton.

Surplus generated from the activities conducted under the Wilderness brand will enable a range of educational outreach services aimed at parents and children under age 12, victims of trauma, Indigenous family health, children with a disability, teenage parents, single parents and or families dealing with financial hardship. The before and after school service is funded through customer fees, the Child Care Subsidy, contributions from the parent company and fundraising and provides a critical childcare service with priority given to the socially and financially disadvantaged members of the community. In 2023, Wilderness Activity Centre & OOSHC Service will move forward with the goal of inclusive play, education and care by providing inclusive Active Play groups. Our Active Play program will focus on fundamental movement skills through play, sensory integration, and team games. We see this as an opportunity to provide a physical play option for children who may enjoy active movement as an alternative to organised sport. Our renovations and collaboration with Mid North Coast Community College have inspired our multi-functional gathering place for families and the community to connect, play, celebrate and access services to meet their needs. We really appreciate the support we have received from the extended community during this transition and look forward to welcoming new families at both our Activity Centre and OOSHC.