Cloncurry

Cloncurry Family

Families in Cloncurry can share stories and toys at the library, cool off at the pool, join youth activities and reach practical support when life becomes difficult. Local, visiting and Queensland-wide options give children, young people, parents and carers several ways to participate or ask for help.

📚 Play, learning and recreation

Bob McDonald Library

Borrow books and toys, take little ones to Baby Rhyme Time or Storytime, or explore after-school activities for tweens and school-holiday sessions. Cloncurry Shire residents can join free, while local and tourist memberships are available through Rural Libraries Queensland. Find the library at 43 Scarr Street or call 07 4742 1588.

PCYC Cloncurry

Young people can get involved in basketball, netball, volleyball, futsal and cricket, as well as structured youth and community activities. Programs include Chill Out for school-aged participants, Curry Knock Out for young males during school terms, and Basketball After Dark for ages 12–25. The club is at 120 King Street; phone 07 4742 1523.

Cloncurry Swimming Pool

Families have access to an eight-lane, 25-metre pool, a learn-to-swim area and a water feature incorporating a toddler pool. Disability access is available. Opening periods, hours and fees change through the year, including around school terms and holidays, so check the current details before setting out.

🌱 Early learning and youth pathways

Curry Kids Early Learning Centre

This council-operated long day care centre provides 58 places across babies, toddlers, tweenies and kindy rooms. Children take part in play-based learning and can explore an outdoor area with vegetable and herb gardens. Enrolment is managed through a waitlist and places depend on availability. The centre is at 6–14 Steele Street and operates Monday to Friday, 7.30 am–5.30 pm, excluding public holidays. Call Centre Director Leigh Ketter on 07 4742 1728.

RedDoor Community Services – Youth Services

Young people aged 10–24 who have not thrived in mainstream education can access hands-on hospitality and construction training, door-to-door transport and specialised one-to-one mentoring. Young people, parents, carers, schools and support coordinators may contact the service directly without a referral. It operates from 32 Short Street; phone 07 4742 2887.

🤝 Disability, development and family wellbeing

RedDoor Community Services – NDIS Services in Cloncurry

This local NDIS-registered not-for-profit provider supports participants of any age. Available services include occupational therapy, support workers, supported employment, structured community programs and supported independent living. No referral is needed to make contact. Visit 32 Short Street or call 07 4742 2887.

Outback Futures

Children and teenagers in Cloncurry Shire can access speech pathology and occupational therapy, while counselling and psychology are available for children, teenagers, adults and families. Support may be delivered by phone or video through Stay With Me, with face-to-face appointments when the regional team visits. No referral is required. New clients may be eligible for funded appointments, with any later fees discussed directly; phone 0417 703 729.

Family and Child Connect

Parents, carers, relatives and young people anywhere in Queensland can use this government pathway to find help with parenting, child behaviour, relationships, housing, health care, budgeting and related family needs. Call 13 FAMILY (13 32 64) for referral to the closest service. Meetings at home or another mutually convenient place may be available.

❤ Domestic and family violence support

DVConnect Womensline

People experiencing domestic and family violence can call this free, 24-hour Queensland helpline on 1800 811 811. Specialist support includes crisis counselling, information and referrals, with possible assistance arranging emergency transport or accommodation for callers and their children. The service covers regional and remote Queensland.

DVConnect Mensline

Men experiencing domestic and family violence, or seeking help to change abusive behaviour, can access free and confidential counselling, safety planning, information and referrals. Phone 1800 600 636 between 9 am and midnight, seven days a week.

✅ Before you book or visit

• Confirm current session dates, holiday programs, pool hours and costs before travelling.
• Check age limits, supervision arrangements and whether a parent or carer needs to remain onsite.
• Ask about accessibility, transport and communication needs when first making contact.
• For childcare, training or funded support, discuss availability, waitlists and applicable eligibility conditions.

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